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The Science Fiction & Fantasy Factory

Mookie Spitz
Science Fiction
Diamond Dragons
Fantasy
Jonnie Fazoolie and the Transfinite Reality Engine
Character Development
Technology
World Building
Multiverse
Isaac Asimov
Frontier One
Community
Nostalgia
Aliens
Chronicles Of Derek Fade
Speculative Fiction
Self-Publishing
Indie Publishing
Writing Process
Prediction
Biohunter

Hosted by writer and ranter Mookie Spitz, the SFFF is where science fiction & fantasy creators, fans, and technologists transform imagination into reality. Each episode explores how writers, filmmakers, and world-builders bring their universes to life, with personal stories about turning wild ideas into finished projects that connect, inspire, and thrill. From indie authors to visionary engineers,... more

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On this 25th episode of The Science Fiction & Fantasy podcast, host Mookie Spitz sits down with C.S.E. Cooney for a lively conversation about her Saint Death series—and the living, breathing speculative-fiction community that shaped it.

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Mookie Spitz welcomes A.C. Wise to the 24th episode of The Science Fiction & Fantasy Factory: a Canadian-born, award-winning speculative writer, and one of the most incisive critics across genre circles. Wise boldly crosses boundaries between science... more

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What happens when the people who trained for catastrophe watch society ignore every warning sign?

In the 23rd episode of The Science Fiction & Fantasy Factory, host Mookie Spitz asks that question and many others of Helen Hynson Vettori—former EMT, ... more

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The 22nd episode of The Science Fiction & Fantasy Factory features the crew of indie science-fiction authors who gathered together at Pasadena Comic-Con 2026 to bark their books, network, and rally around their shared sci-fi passion. Together on the ... more

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In this episode of The Science Fiction & Fantasy Factory, host Mookie Spitz sits down with the prolific and acclaimed science fiction author Matthew Kressel to dissect his new novella Rainseekers, a deeply human, quietly radical novella about hope, g... more

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The 20th episode of The Science Fiction & Fantasy Factory features host Mookie Spitz welcoming debut science-fiction author and AI technologist Bruno Rothgiesser onto the factory floor. The authors dissect Dark Matter—Bruno's post-apocalyptic first-c... more

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Mookie welcomes to the Science Fiction & Fantasy Factory the acclaimed comic artist and storyteller Don Ellis Aguillo, known for his striking emotional style, energy-charged imagery, and powerful storytelling across Spawn, Superman, Aquaman, Green La... more

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Welcome to a celebration of indie writing recognition! 

The Outstanding Creator Awards is one of the most visible and influential platforms recognizing independent authors who deliver quality, originality, and emotional punch. These awards aren’t pa... more

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Recent Guests

Matthew Kressel
Acclaimed science fiction and fantasy author
Independent Author
Episode: Matthew Kressel Seeds Sci-Fi Optimism in The Rainseekers
Bruno Rothgiesser
Debut author of Dark Matter
Episode: Bruno Rothgiesser Unveils Dark Matter: When AI Reclaims the Earth
Bert Biscoe
Cornish poet, songwriter, local historian, playwright, and former mayor of Truro, known for his works rooted in Cornish identity.
Episode: Voicing the Infiniverse: A Cornish Poet Becomes the Spider Genius
J.Z. Pitts
Indie author known for his works in sci-fi and horror
Episode: Virtual Rebel J.Z. Pitts Unwraps His Christmas Demons
Robert Reif
Author of 'Frontier One'
Episode: Robert Reif Debuts Frontier One
Lou Iovino
A speculative fiction writer with a background in advertising and comic books.
Episode: Rare Earth Elegance with Lou Iovino
Blake Shimshock
Co-author of the Chronicles of Derek Fade series
Episode: Blake & Sherry Shimshock Rock the Derek Fade Series
Sherry Shimshock
Co-author of the Chronicles of Derek Fade series
Episode: Blake & Sherry Shimshock Rock the Derek Fade Series
Matthew Carauddo
Mastermind behind the Diamond Dragon series, writer, and artist.
Diamond Dragons
Episode: Polishing Diamond Dragons: Welcome to Matthew Carauddo's World

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Mookie Spitz
Host of discussions on the creative processes behind science fiction and fantasy storytelling, engaging with a wide range of authors, technologists, and artists.

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Q: Tell us a little bit about the Saxen trilogy, because it's garnering some accolades here.
Ingrid Moon describes it as a dark space opera series with a complex political world and character development, following the protagonist's journey after a traumatic event from the first book.
The 2026 Sci-Fi Anthology: Steve Gibson Shares New Voices, New Futures
Q: What makes your low-tech setting still a form of science fiction?
Having a printing press, a mechanical printing press, was a big advancement for human beings, so we can have technology without having the newest versions.
The 2026 Sci-Fi Anthology: Steve Gibson Shares New Voices, New Futures
Q: How do you feel about the state of science fiction in 2025 to 26?
There's going to be more and more short content, a lot of video, and I think that is the future.
Ingrid's Moonstruck Musings on Indie Sci-Fi
Q: What are some of the macro challenges that you find most common with people struggling to write that great book, especially in science fiction?
Ingrid discusses how many authors focus too much on world-building rather than developing compelling characters and stories.
Ingrid's Moonstruck Musings on Indie Sci-Fi
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about your journey and what you've experienced?
Ingrid shares her self-publishing journey, highlighting the challenges of getting noticed in a crowded marketplace and the importance of a strong story.

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A vibrant and thought-provoking exploration of the worlds of science fiction and fantasy, this podcast engages with a variety of creators, including writers, filmmakers, and technologists. It highlights the creative processes behind crafting imaginative stories and universes, offering insights into how these creators transform their innovative ideas into compelling narratives. Each episode features candid discussions about personal journeys in the creative industry, emphasizing the emotional and intellectual connections that storytelling can evoke among audiences. Listeners can expect to dive deep into themes surrounding speculative fiction, character development, and the interplay between technology and creative expression, making it an ex... more

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Recent guests on The Science Fiction & Fantasy Factory include:

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2. Bruno Rothgiesser
3. Bert Biscoe
4. J.Z. Pitts
5. Robert Reif
6. Lou Iovino
7. Blake Shimshock
8. Sherry Shimshock

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