Friends Talking Fantasy

Friends Talking Fantasy Podcast

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Two lifelong friends bantering about the best in fantasy books, movies, shows, and more!

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Monstress Volume 1 by Marjorie Liu and Sana Takeda 27.12.2020 57:39

The Friends enter the world of graphic novels with their buddy read discussion of the high fantasy / grimdark / steampunk series Monstress written by Marjorie Liu and drawn by Sana Takeda.

Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn and the Art of the Magic System 25.12.2020 35:08

The Friends discuss Brandon Sanderson's theories on magic systems and how they are brilliantly executed in the original Mistborn Trilogy. This episode contains spoilers for the original Mistborn Trilogy.

Coming In Hot With Another 'Would You Rather?' - SPOILER FREE 23.12.2020 35:18

The Friends ask each other SPOILER FREE fantasy themed 'Would You Rather?' questions.

Holy Sister by Mark Lawrence - The Book of the Ancestor 3 - Buddy Read 20.12.2020 1:29:20

Our epic buddy read of The Book of the Ancestor comes to an end with our discussion of Holy Sister by Mark Lawrence.

Recommendation Series: Fantasy Books with Humor - SPOILER FREE 18.12.2020 42:55

Looking for a fantasy series to make you "lol?" In this SPOILER FREE episode of our Recommendation Series we discuss books that are chock-full of chortles.

Anti-Heroes that Won Our Hearts - Character Series - SPOILER FREE 16.12.2020 53:13

Anti-heroes may break narrative norms, but they don't break our hearts! This SPOILER FREE episode of the Character Series is a discussion all about stand-out anti-heroes in fantasy.

Friends Creating Fantasy: Fantasy Novel Simulator - SPOILER FREE 13.12.2020 51:56

In this NEW series, The Friends improvise a story outline based on their 'Fantasy Novel Generator.'

Bound by Mark Lawrence - A Book of the Ancestor Short Story - Buddy Read 11.12.2020 56:45

In this short story from Book of the Ancestor by Mark Lawrence, Nona and Ara take on their greatest challenge yet... kissing!

Books to Read After A Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin - SPOILER FREE 09.12.2020 43:08

The Friends recommend several fantasy series that draw similarities from A Song of Ice and Fire by George R. R. Martin. If you liked Game of Thrones and you're looking for more, you're in the right place! Books recommended in this episode: First Law by Joe Abercrombie Malazan Book of the Fallen by Steven Erikson Acacia Trilogy by David Anthony Durham Chathrand Voyage Quartet by Robert VS Redi...

The Burning God by R. F. Kuang - The Poppy War Series - Buddy Read 06.12.2020 1:06:03

The Poppy War Series reaches its fiery conclusion with The Burning God by R. F. Kuang. Did the Friends fill buckets with their tears? Listen to find out!

The Slow Regard of Silent Things by Patrick Rothfuss - The Kingkiller Chronicle - Buddy Read 04.12.2020 1:01:53

Grab you best soap and wash your hands and face and feet, becuase we're talking The Slow Regard of Silent Things, a novella in The Kingkiller Chronicle by Patrick Rothfuss. Note: This episode was recorded in August 2020.

Who Would Win? Fantasy Character Matchups - SPOILER FREE 02.12.2020 45:55

The Friends use their Fantasy Scenario Generator to speculate 'who would win' random contests between randomly selected fantasy characters. SPOILER FREE.

Grey Sister by Mark Lawrence - Book of the Ancestor 2 - Buddy Read 29.11.2020 1:44:41

Our discussion of Book of the Ancestor continues with Grey Sister by Mark Lawrence.

Recommendation Series: Standalone Novels - SPOILER FREE 27.11.2020 39:23

Itching to crack the cover of a fantasy novel but don't have time for a series? The Friends recommend two standalone fantasy novels.

The Theme of Friendship in Red Sister by Mark Lawrence 25.11.2020 41:15

Friends Talking... Friendship??? The Friends discuss how Mark Lawrence explores friendship as a theme in Red Sister, the first book in The Book of the Ancestor trilogy.

Great Villains / Antagonists - Character Series 22.11.2020 47:08

The Friends share some of their favorite villains / antagonists in fantasy. Series discussed: A Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin, Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling, Saga by Brian K. Vaughn and Fiona Staples Spoilers for Game of Thrones (announced in the episode)

Should We Stop Saying the Phrase 'Mary Sue?' 20.11.2020 33:33

Is the phrase 'Mary Sue' a constructive criticism or a dismissive put-down? Does it have any relevance in today's world? The Friends discuss their thoughts on the phrase 'Mary Sue' within speculative fiction reviews. Very light spoilers for Star Wars Force Awakens and Hunger Games.

Is Kvothe A Mary Sue? (The Kingkiller Chronicle by Patrick Rothfuss) 18.11.2020 51:10

Kvothe is an accomplished musician, student, ladies man... but is he a Mary Sue? Light spoilers for The Kingkiller Chronicle series by Patrick Rothfuss.

Red Sister by Mark Lawrence - Book of the Ancestor 1 - Buddy Read 15.11.2020 1:16:56

Our buddy read of Book of the Ancestor begins with Red Sister by Mark Lawrence.

Should You Read The Shattered Sea Trilogy by Joe Abercrombie? - SPOILER FREE 13.11.2020 24:04

SPOILER FREE! Our resident Joe Abercrombie expert, Dylan, gives his insight into The Shattered Sea Trilogy, a young adult fantasy series by Lord Grimdark himself.

Friends Pitching Fantasy Pt 2: A Game of Buddy Reads - Charles' Picks -SPOILER FREE 11.11.2020 46:14

Friends Pitching Fantasy continues! In this SPOILER FREE episode, the Friends at Friends Talking Fantasy Podcast begin another epic round of Friends Pitching Fantasy! This is part 2 of 2 dedicated entirely to Charles' books. Fantasy Books Mentioned in this episode: A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan

Friends Pitching Fantasy Pt 1: The Long Way to a Fun, Epic Buddy Read - Dylan's Picks -SPOILER FREE 08.11.2020 42:52

It's time to pick a new fantasy book to read! In this SPOILER FREE episode, the Friends at Friends Talking Fantasy Podcast begin another epic round of Friends Pitching Fantasy! This is part 1 of 2 dedicated entirely to Dylan's books. Wanted to hear Charles' books? No worries! The second part of Friends Pitching Fantasy drops soon! Fantasy Books Mentioned in this episode: The Lies of Locke Lamora...

A Rousing Game of 'Would You Rather?' - SPOILER FREE 06.11.2020 31:35

The Friends take turns asking each other fun, fantasy-related 'Would You Rather?' questions in this SPOILER FREE episode of the Friends Talking Fantasy Podcast.

The Witcher Short Stories Tier List 04.11.2020 31:07

The Friends rank every short story in The Last Wish and The Sword of Destiny by Andrzej Sapkowski. Toss 5 stars to your podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-talking-fantasy-podcast/id1520122469

The Witcher - The Sword of Destiny by Andrzej Sapkowski - Buddy Read 01.11.2020 1:23:21

*sniff* *sniff* Is that... lilac and gooseberries? Must mean we're talking about the second short stories collection from The Witcher - The Sword of Destiny by Andrzej Sapkowski. Toss 5 stars to our podcast!: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-talking-fantasy-podcast/id1520122469