The Thoughtful Bro
Mark CecilThe Thoughtful Bro, hosted by Mark Cecil, is a podcast for writers, readers, and anyone interested in a tale well told. Each episode features an author who's recently published a book, and we unpack how and why they wrote it. It's "Inside the Actors Studio"...but for storytellers.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 98 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsSociety & Culture | |||
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My interview with Chad Harbach discussing his latest, The Brightness.
Chad and I discussed (1) the pressures and uncertainties for a writer who takes a decade or more between books; (2) how the lit journal landscape has changed since founding n+1 o... more
My chat with rising horror phenom Keith Rosson about his latest book, which is getting all the buzz, Crone.
We covered (1) taking on zombies, vampires, and now witches; (2) finding the right moment in your life, to *finally* write that book that's ... more
My interview with one of my favorite speculative/horror authors, Alma Katsu, whose latest book, Incarnate, is a cross between Rumpelstiltskin, Oscar Wilde's Picture Of Dorian Gray, and digital urban legend.
We discussed, (1) the rapidly growing onl... more
My exploration of the American publishing landscape with one of our great book critics, Ron Charles.
We discussed (1) the cardinal sin of novels—sentimentality, (2) whether readers will soon care if their books are mass-produced AI slop rather than... more
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- Familiaris
Just found The Thoughtful Bro podcast after finishing Familiaris and wanting to hear more about this amazing epic novel and its author. What a wonderful exchange between host and guest! I am so pleased to have found the podcast and look forward to listening again!
Apple Podcasts5Lisasps1
United States2 years ago - Excellent podcast!
Mark Cecil is awesome to listen to and interviews some amazing writers. What an amazing podcast!
Apple Podcasts5gwa126United States3 years ago - More than worth listening.
A smart and necessary show with incredible guests. Cecil is a pro.
Apple Podcasts57amNovelistUnited States3 years ago - Fresh
This show has a refreshing tone of candor, curiosity, and care between the host and his guests. It’s great to get a more unscripted author perspective and the host surprises and delights with his thoughtful lines of questioning. A must listen.
Apple Podcasts5Emma CeeceUnited States4 years ago - Great Listen
I know zero about writing or the structure of writing but the Thoughtful Bro gives a look into the world which not only is fascinating but easy to understand. Can’t wait for more episodes.
Apple Podcasts5JHartnett123United States4 years ago
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