Alternate Futures

In Zack Samo's Exodus 2065, humanity encounters an extinction level event. They flee the Earth for an unknown future, chased by 'demons' from the bowels of the planet. But some choose to stay and face the threat, forging a new future for humanity on Earth. I chat with Zack about being an optometrist who writes science fiction, apocalypses, generation ships, artificial intelligence, and...

Mori Grant explores many human issues aboard Lucia, the generation ship in Deadliner, the first book of the Lucia Expeditions series. Not the least of these is the nature and importance of motherhood to the survival of a colony in space. We discuss this as well as the reality and fictional device of the generation ship and, of course, AI. As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of hers w...

"The old world is dying and the new world can't yet be born. Now is the time of monsters." - Antonio Gramsci Shawn Whitney and I chat about his latest book Deads Rise! the fall of empires, zombies, cycles of death and rebirth, and... autodrive cars!? As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss: Deads Rise! What if Zombies are the Heroes? Find Shawn Whitney at:...

Peter J Aldin returns, this time with AJ Gordon as we discus solutions to the dangers of navigating hypersapce, writing science-fiction vs fantasy, and whether there is a place in creative work for AI. We also chat about the co-authoring experience, the evolution of extraterrestrial human variants, and settling the solar system. Chris Kennedy publishing gets a positive mention also. As usual, ther...

Matt Larkin and I discuss what it's like to be a digital nomad, writing science fiction and fantasy around mythologies, and LitRPG. We also chat about pyschics in space, warning from the past, and the consequences of pursuing truth at any cost. As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss: Sins of Angels series (Echoes of Angels), Cthulu World, Black Ocean, and the Eschaton...

The one where we talk politics! Michael Fedor and I discuss teaching reform, the political landscape, and artificial intelligence. We also delve into learning the craft and business of commercial fiction writing, and the collapse of empires. As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss: What it takes to Kill a Bull Moose, The Tree of Liberty, The Senate Deception Further inf...

Whisky, superheroes, and *very* ancient history are a few of the topics I chat about with Mark P Smith as we delve into his debut novel. We also chat about the challenges of book promotion, the younger dryas impact hypothesis, and genetically engineering humans. As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss: Theo Newton: Destiny Further info on this and other episodes, as wel...

Mechs vs Kaiju, Bioengineering, and eating tarantuala are a few of the topics I chat about with Anthony J Melchiorri as we delve into his military science fiction. We also chat about the book marketing, the promise vs reality of artificial intelligence, and improving healthcare. As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss: Deadman's War, Sunken Spaceship, Black Market DNA,...

The Space Blues, YA romance nightmares, and the nature of human reality are a few of the topics I discuss with Joe Canzano as we explore his novels. We also chat about the importance of music, the nature of being an indepenent author, and the some of the more effective book marketing avenues. As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss : Suzi Spitfire Kills Everybody, Suzi...

YA SF Adventure in space (the Orion's Spur series), AI in the classroom, and panspermia are a few of the topics Alan 'Doc' Hansen and I chat about, in addition to whether a business degree helps with book marketing, whether extra-terrestrials would like us, and where has the optimism gone in science fiction. As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss : Orion's Spur series...

The superhero genre is alive and well in Becoming Glitch . Daniel Sayre and I chat about his take on this diverse genre in relation to his debut novel Becoming Glitch . We also discuss running obstacle courses, the challenges of marketing, and moral boundaries as explored by stories about superhumans. As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss : Becoming Glitch Further inf...

Matt and I discuss the relaunch of his Gunn Files series and how he's using Kickstarter to fund the project: ⁠⁠ The Gunn Files Kickstarter For authors, we delve into many of the nuances of running a Kickstarter campaign including how to decide on tiers and choosing your target. If you're a fan of Men In Black-type stories, or the Dresden Files, why not check out his kickstarter? As usual,...

Chris and I discuss his latest book, "Shattered Time", which explores the consequences of time travel and trying to do good without understanding the complexity of the system you're working in. We also delve into the potential of artificial intelligence in writing and publishing processes, and its impact on the scientific and historical fields. As usual, there are also the Big Questi...

In this episode, I chat with Jessie Kwak about imaginary worlds, cybernetic implants, and heist stories in space. We also discuss the inspiration of Scottish castles, hosting your own authors' summit, and the experience of being shot. As usual, there's also The Big Questions. Books of hers we discuss are : The Bulari Saga, The Nanshe Chronicles, Crooked Anthology. Further info on this and...

In this episode, I chat with Greg Dragon about studying martial arts, being inspired by Piers Anthony, and a spacefaring future for humanity. We also discuss transitional periods in history, the beauty and wonder of the original Star Wars Galaxies MMORG, brain implants, and the increasing need for personal responsibility in an ever more complex world. As usual, there's also The Big Questions....

In this episode, I chat with Clayton Rumley about game development, his interest in Star Trek, and considerations when writing about pre-recorded human history. We also chat about being a cemetary groudskeeper, time travel, and generation ships. As usual, there's also The Lightning Round and The Big Questions. Books of his we discuss are : Holocene. Further info on this and other episodes, as...

In the conclusion to the 2-part interview with Sophie McKeand we chat about CopyLeft publishing, the use of generative AI in the creative fields, and the importance of the poetic mind. We also discuss generational acceptance of AI, generative AI as a window into the human mind, and what should be considered in a test for self-awareness. There are also The Lightning Round and The Big Questions. Boo...

In this episode (Part 1 of 2), I chat with Sophie McKeand about moving into a van, her thoughts on the UK schizm of 2016 (i.e. Brexit), and writing with sensitivity. We also discuss the dangers of catastrophizing, the necessity of social and personal honesty, and the importance of storytelling. The Lightning Round and The Big Questions are in Part 2 (episode 47). Books of hers we discuss are : The...

In this episode, I chat with K. Gorman about her love of Asian History, the quality of and options for dictating stories, and the novel as an outlet for the darkness within. We also discuss her language disclaimers, the role of Canada in the future of humanity, and just how real might the characters we create be? In addition, we go to a few dark places from the 59 minutes mark to 1:04, so tread ca...

In this episode, I chat with Kate Sheeran Swed about plastic dinosaurs in the workplace, her recent experiences using Kickstarter, and a love of space westerns. We also discuss transitioning from musician to author, the challenges of novelizing superhero stories, and what happens when artificial intelligences get emotions. As usual, there's also The Lightning Round and The Big Questions. Books...

In this episode, I chat with M.G. Herron about using Kickstarter to fund and promote books, how he approaches his story creation, and the aliens among us. We also discuss his enjoyment of hiking and rock climbing, why he loves Scrivener, and ancient civilization portal stories. As usual, there's also The Lightning Round and The Big Questions. Books of his we discuss are : The Gunn Files, Relic...

In this episode, I chat with Audrey Sharpe about having a mother who's a professional writer, being inspired by Star Trek, and the possible existence of galactic civilizations. We also discuss designing spaceships only to destroy them, old science giving way to new science, and the future of human reproduction. As usual, there's also The Lightning Round and The Big Questions. Books of hers...

In this episode, I chat with Zachry Wheeler about his love of English Football, his experiences with marketing books as an independent author, and the personal and social challenges of immortality. We also discuss the challenges of moving from technical writing to storytelling, avoiding the pitfalls of storytelling in the multiverse, and the swinging pendulum of societal tribalism. As usual, there...

In this episode, I chat with J.J. Green about her travels to southeast asia, a possible galactic community, and magic as an alternative to technology. We also discuss the past, present, and future of colonization. As usual, there's also The Lightning Round and The Big Questions. Book Series of hers we discuss are: Carrie Hatchet, Space Colony One, Shadows of the Void, Star Legend, and the Star...

In this episode, I chat with  Barry Kirwan  about the psychological effects of the pandemic, the experience of writing in the early hours of the morning, and predicting existential threats. We also discuss aliens (first contact and arriving too late into the galactic community), what Artificial Intelligence does and does not mean, and the demotion of robots. As usual, there's also The Lightnin...