Words And Whiskey

Hey folks! Reminder, this is the backhalf of our finale episode conversation on the end of Howling Dark. There's a lot of ground to cover, but we definitely focus and fixate a bit on the Kharn question, andw hat comes next after you've been declared 'Halfmortal'. That said, next week we're back with a wrap-up, followed by episodes covering Demons of Arae, and Queen Amid Ashes. Enjoy, and see you t...

Hey folks! This episode turned into something of a behemoth, as we recorded our (intended) final episode for Howling Dark... but it is none-the-less epic, and we're looking forward to you enjoying our exploration of The Quiet and much, much more. That said, next week we're obviously discussing the back half of these chapters, with a wrap-up, Demons of Arae, and Queen Amid Ashes to follow. Enjoy, a...

Hey there folks! This week we see negotiation, the end of one life, and more to come on another... Next week, we continue reading the Divide and Conquer - Halfmortal. See you there next week! Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/302-howling-dark-episode-10-the-limits-of-reason-the-narrow-way

Hey there folks! This week, we finally step onto the negotiation stage, and get a greater understanding of the Cielcin, as well as witnessing Valka and Hadrian's next steps. Next week, we continue reading the Limits of Reason - The Narrow Way. See you there next week! bookish #booktube #suneater #Howlingdark Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/301-howling-dark-episode-9-the-verge-of-history...

Hey there folks! This week, Kross and Josh talk a lot about Hadrian and his friends, as well as the result of his meeting with Switch. Next week, we continue onward through Valka Again. See you next week! Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/300-howling-dark-episode-8-the-devil-and-the-honest-man-bringing-storm

Hey there folks! This week, Kross and Josh talk about... J. Peterson, and a whole lot of sitting in cells, getting to know our characters more closely. Next week, we continue onward reading The Devil and the Honest Man - Bringing Storm See you next week! Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/299-howling-dark-episode-7-understanding-two-treasons

Hey there folks! This week, Kross and Josh race through a couple of chapters, just to fixate on the last couple for... obvious reasons. Also, tons of tangents. We apologize ahead of time. Next week, we continue onward reading Understanding - Bringing Storm. See you next week! Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/298-howling-dark-episode-6-the-gorgon-brethren

Hey there folks! This week, we're introduced to one of the craziest characters in Science Fiction... and simply one of Krossland's favorite. We also go deep on a handful of literature references, and history that's brought up throughout this segment. Next week, we continue onward reading The Gorgon - Brethren. See you next week! Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/297-howling-dark-episode-5...

Hey there folks! This week, we're chatting quite a bit about Hadrian's contradictions. It's a fun conversation, as we eek our way further into this story. Next week, we continue onward reading through In The House of Kharn Sagara See you next week! Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/296-howling-dark-episode-4-the-gates-of-babylon-the-engima-of-hours

Hey there folks! This week, we're diving back into Howling Dark with an epic space moment that would absolutely feel at home in Star Wars. Next week, we continue onward reading through The Engima of Hours. See you next week! Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/295-howling-dark-episode-3-obedience-the-other-edge

Hey there folks! Today, we're joined by Erin from ‪@HowlerPod‬ to discuss our boy, Crispin and The Lesser Devil. This conversation is wide ranging, and a bit wacky, but enjoy this little dose of chaos. Next week, we resume our journey through Howling Dark, beginning coverage on Obedience - The Enigma of Hours. Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/294-the-lesser-devil-w-erin-of-howlerpod

Hey there folks! Kross and Josh are fully immersed in how much they love and appreciate the relationships between the various captains. Very exciting stuff! Next week, we're hopping a bit back in the order here, reading The Lesser Devil, our story about Crispin, before continuing our journey through Howling Dark. See you next week! bookish #podcast #suneater #booktube Link: https://wordsandwhiskey...

Hey there folks! This week, Josh and Kross discuss the Red Company and more. Next week, we'll be wrapping up our 12 chapter first part, reading Things Unseen, Things Remembered - A Journey's End. The following week, we'll be talking The Lesser Devil with Erin Ayers from Howler Pod. See you next week! bookish #podcast #suneater #booktube Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/292-howling-dark-e...

Hey there folks! This week, we're bringing you something we released/recorded behind the Patreon paywall. Here with us is Ben from HowlerPod to discuss all things The Long Walk, including the 2025 movie release. We give our thoughts on both endings, and highly recommend you check it out (especially in the current environment). Next week, we'll be back to more regularly scheduled programming, talki...

Hey there folks! This week, Josh and Kross are joined by PJ to chat about... well, way more than you might think, but MOSTLY Sun Eater. It's a wide ranging conversation, between the three-ever-hosts of this show! Next week, you'll be hearing from us in the form of a previously patreon exclusive episode, wherein we chatted with Ben from Howler Pod about The Long Walk! Following that, we'll be talki...

Hey there folks! This week, Josh and Kross wrap-up the first book chatting about the last couple of chapters, and the idea of mercy. Next week, we'll be joined by none-other-than PJ Heller, our friend to talk about the series on the whole. If you want to get started reading the next thing, we'll be covering The Lesser Devil in its entirety with Erin Ayers of Howlerpod the week following! Link: htt...

Hey there folks! This week, Josh and Kross continue their path through the ruins, navigating the Cielcin appearing, and more... A note from Kross: While I talk a lot about Augustinian philosophy, I think it's important to note that this isn't a comprehensive, or even partially complete reading. While I did go 'off' about it, I do think it stays (mostly) true to the core tenants insofar as it perta...

Hey there folks! This week, Josh and Kross continue their path through Borosevo, as the schemes of house Mataro deepen, and everything becomes more and more clear... We're amped to continue, and next week we'll be back to cover The Larger World - Of Monsters, no matter what I say we might cover. See you next week! Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/287-empire-of-silence-episode-6-gaslight-...

Josh and Kross talk about some of their favorite holiday classics, and rank things for the holidays- because why not! We'll be back in the new year with our next episode covering Empire of Silence! Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/286-the-holiday-classics-ranked

Hey there folks! This week, Josh and Kross continue their path through Borosevo, as Hadrian finds himself working for the lord of the planet, Balian Mataro, and his little lordlings, as well as developing his feud further with Gilliam Vas. We're amped to continue, and next week we'll be back a bit earlier with a little holiday special! See you next week! Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/...

The Count and his Lord - A Game of Snake and Mongoose Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/284-empire-of-silence-episode-4-to-make-a-myrmidon-speak-like-a-child

Hey there folks! This week, Josh and Kross continue their journey through The Sun Eater Saga by Christopher Ruocchio. We lose a feline companion, meet a certain Bird who gives us a path forward, and more! We're amped to continue, and next week we'll be covering To Make a Myrmidon - Speak like a Child. See you next week! Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/283-empire-of-silence-episode-3-res...

Hey there folks! This week, Josh and Kross continue their journey through The Sun Eater Saga by Christopher Ruocchio. We chat about fugue creches, family, and more. We're amped to continue, and next week we'll be covering Resurrection in Death - Stand Clear. See you next week! Link: https://wordsandwhiskey.show/episode/282-empire-of-silence-episode-2-the-scourging-at-the-pillar-marlowe-alone

Hey there folks! This week, Josh and I begin our journey through The Sun Eater Saga by the incredible Christopher Ruocchio. This one is a long one, as there's a lot to bite off and chew; but fear not! Upcoming episodes are a more traditional length. That said, we had a blast with the very start of the this story here, and there's so much more to come on the journey. Next week, we'll be tackling Th...

Hey there folks - Join us as Josh and I explore the first pages, expectations, and thoughts as we begin to tackle this absolutely epic series. We're excited for everyone joining us to read this for the first time, and for new and returning readers to get to enjoy the experience with us. Oh, and did we mention we're moving to video? Next week, we start the book proper with Hadrian - The Ugliness of...