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The past 24 hours at the studio: frustration, irritation, annoyance, rage, impatience, urges to throw things. All because Windows 10 did an update and broke... well, everything. Plus: when did Instagram become TikTok? And why is YouTube putting infomercials and ads for dolls and make-up in front of the videos that don't fit that target demographic? Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me Subscribe...

Appearing on "Real Time with Bill Maher" recently, former Senator Heidi Heitkamp called Gina Carano a Nazi and made the charge that the actress "hangs out with white supremecists". Ms. Carano does not appear to be amused. Is this defamation? Is this actionable? Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4me Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gboU11 http://w...

Recently, as part of the fallout of the Rewriting Ripley hit piece, it appears someone has taken the time -- and it's a LOT of time -- to create production credits for Jeremy Griggs at Geeks + Gamers. Credits that are not true. So since we've got to update a few of our own listings, how about we show you just what's involved in doing this? Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: htt...

The media likes to push a narrative that there's a "toxic fandom" among all the other "toxic" whatevers. And while there might be bad apples spoiling in the barrel, does the bad behavior of a few define the rest of the many? How do we get back to enjoying what we enjoy without tearing each other down and ripping fandom apart? Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscr...

What do you do when every decision you make seems to be the wrong one? What do you do when you're the CEO of a multi-billion dollar corporation and everything seems to be going from bad to worse? PR expert Juda Engelmayer joins us for a further discussion into the mechanics and machinations of dealing with the press, the fans, and the almighty investors. Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me Sub...

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania -- known as the "Steel City" and the "City of Bridges" it's also the home to some independent comics creators who are developing entire story universes. Join us for a conversation with the creators of HEROINEBURGH and THE EDGE. http://www.heroineburgh.com/ http://www.theedgecomic.com Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4...

A couple of weeks ago over on Medium, a new "Rewriting Ripley" account posted an article that heavily cherry-picked social media posts and videos out of context to further the narrative that anyone who didn't like THE LAST JEDI is a toxic alt-right radicalized racist and other choice descriptors. And then those accused pushed back. And then the narrative completely fell apart as the "authors" of t...

The nominees for SFWA's Nebula Awards have been announced, so let's take a look, shall we? How many of these authors are on your radar? How many of these stories have you read? http://scifi4me.com/56th-annual-nebula-award-nominees-announced/ Charity Snyder Cut stream on Uche Nwaneri's channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hySXnj_yX_Q Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http:/...

New contributor Christopher Hoffman got a chance to talk with director Jamison LoCascio about the new horror film KNOW FEAR, now playing on digital and on-demand platforms. A unique take on how to detect and fight a boogeyman... Here's our review: http://scifi4me.com/the-sensory-evil-of-know-fear/ After discovering an ancient book of the occult, a family activates a dangerous ritual forcing each o...

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Got a question? Need advice? SB the Every Fairy is back to offer answers to your questions along with questionable answers. Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4me Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gboU11 http://www.facebook.com/scifi4me http://www.instagram.com/scifi4me http://www.twitter.com/scifi4me http://www.pinterest.com/scifi4me http://www.ga...

Is Mrs. Boss' midweek take-over! While Mr. Boss is working at the basketball tournament, Mindy jumps into the Big Chair to opine (and vent) about the latest developments in the convention scene. And she's got a thing or two to say about a thing or two. Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4me Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gboU11 http://www.facebo...

STARGATE SG-1 isn't the only item on Joseph Mallozzi's resume, but it's an important one. His credits also include DARK MATTER and CAILLOU, to name a few. Today, we're talking about his career in sci-fi, the challenges of virtual sets, and what's next for SG-1. https://josephmallozzi.com/ Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4me Newsletter: http:...

David Weber, creator of the Honor Harrington universe, teams up with author & publisher Chris Kennedy to deliver the second chapter in a story about what happens after aliens invade Earth, only to find resistance not only from humans, but also a group of people known only in legend. INTO THE LIGHT follows unlikely allies as they fight back against the invaders. http://www.davidweber.net/ https...

Wizard World has announced plans to expand their virtual programming into other "affinity groups" -- basically taking the model they've used for their comicon-type material and moving into areas of interest such as hunting & fishing, baking, martial arts, and the like. Is this a good plan? And is there room in the virtual space for SciFi4Me events? Would you be interested in mini-cons from us?...

It's Mr. Boss' Birthday! So you get to join in for Open Mic Wednesday. Jump into the stream and promote your comic book, novel, art, or just shoot the breeze with us for a few. Let's see what happens. Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4me Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gboU11 http://www.facebook.com/scifi4me http://www.instagram.com/scifi4me ht...

Joining us today: author Richard Paolinelli talks about his entry into the Starquest story universe, conceived by John C. Wright with contributions by Paolinelli and John Young. https://scifiscribe.com/ http://www.scifiwright.com/starquest-campaign/ Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4me Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gboU11 http://www.facebook....

Mrs. Boss is back in the driver's seat with a discussion about the latest developments in the ongoing saga of The Gina Carano Effect. Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4me Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gboU11 http://www.facebook.com/scifi4me http://www.instagram.com/scifi4me http://www.twitter.com/scifi4me http://www.pinterest.com/scifi4me htt...

Today, we're talking about the CW's latest entry into the newly rechristened "CWverse" (formerly the "Arroverse"), and discuss whether or not "Superman and Lois" is worth your time. Is there room for Superman in today's world? Is the CW's Superman worthy of the name? Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4me Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gboU11 ht...

You may think you know the history of Star Trek, but as the years go by more and more information comes out about the drama behind the scenes. Marc Cushman has documented much of it in his book series THESE ARE THE VOYAGES. http://www.jacobsbrownmediagroup.com/ http://www.marccushman.com/ Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4me Newsletter: http:...

More information is coming out about the dust-up against Baen Books. Guess who may have been rejected by a certain publisher... Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4me Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gboU11 http://www.facebook.com/scifi4me http://www.instagram.com/scifi4me http://www.twitter.com/scifi4me http://www.pinterest.com/scifi4me http://ww...

Today on a special edition: Mrs. Boss takes over! Mindy jumps behind the microphone and takes the Big Chair, hosting the show and who knows what will happen? Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4me Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gboU11 http://www.facebook.com/scifi4me http://www.instagram.com/scifi4me http://www.twitter.com/scifi4me http://www.pi...

What shall we talk about today? How about the impact Rush Limbaugh had on the media, opening the door to all of us independent broadcasters speaking our minds and finding our audiences? How about the despicable behavior of people who are celebrating his death? How about the cancel culture and the decline of respect? Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.co...

Last week, we got to talk with Toni Weisskopf about her work at Baen Books. This week, we learn that Baen's discussion forum, Baen's Bar, is under fire after a hit piece from Jason Sanford accuses users of hate speech and other Evil Nation Things. It was only a matter of time... Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4me Newsletter: http://eepurl.c...

From Silicon Valley to astrophysics and philosophy, Gary Bengier has a uniquely mixed background as the foundation for his first genre fiction novel. Artificial intelligence in a post-apocalyptic world? Factions of humanity fighting over climate and social status, questions of consciousness -- all that and a romance right in the middle of it! www.garyfbengier.com Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/sci...