Swords & Starships

Send a text This will be the final episode of Swords and Starships! Thank you all, from the bottom of our hearts, for four plus years of laughs, film reviews, and great reads.  Brittney and Joshua wish you all the best for 2025 and hope that you will find them in their next incarnation, whatever that may be. Find us at: Podcast Website: https://swordsstarships.buzzsprout.com Instagram: Brittney an...

Send a text Having a bad day? Trouble sleeping? Being followed by mysterious and upsetting shadow people? You may be cursed!!!  Lucky for you, Brittney and Joshua have just the bezoar: two fantastic reads that feature curses ... Brittney's pick: What Stalks among Us  by Sarah Hollowell | Goodreads.com Joshua's pick: Blood Debts  by Terry J. Benton-Walker | Goodreads.com Find us at: Podca...

Send a text Looking forward to spending the rest of 2025 nose down in a book? So are we! Brittney and Joshua offer a plethora of new releases to help you escape the chaos. Brittney's Picks: The Amber Owl  by Juliet Marillier | Goodreads Overgrowth  by Mira Grant | Goodreads Joshua's Picks: Two Truths and a Lie  by Cory O'Brien | Penguin Random House Listen to Your Sister  by Neena V...

Send a text ✨ Transformations take center stage in our latest episode! ✨ We’re diving into The Measure by Nikki Erlick, where a mysterious box transforms lives overnight, and Bunny by Mona Awad, a darkly whimsical tale of metamorphosis, friendship, and...bizarre bunny cults? 🐇 Join us as we explore how change shapes identity, destiny, and community in these unforgettable stories. 🎙️ Brittney&ap...

Send a text 🎙️✨ Short and sweet, but full of laughter! This week on Swords & Starships, we’re testing our nerdy knowledge with a quick movie sound guessing game. 🔊🎥 Can you name the film featuring this eerie clip? Here’s a hint: it’s an 80s fantasy classic with an unforgettable swamp hag. 🐸💚 Find us at: Podcast Website: https://swordsstarships.buzzsprout.com Instagram: Brittney and Joshua...

Send a text Family: the bonds we choose, the chaos we embrace, and sometimes the fire we can't put out 🔥👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨. This week, we dive into the found family warmth of Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune and the combustible chaos of Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson. Join us as we explore what makes a family—love, magic, and a little bit of mayhem. 🌊📖💥 Joshua's Pick: Somewhere B...

Send a text  🎅❓ If Santa couldn't make it this year, who would you call to save Christmas? In this week’s episode, we asked you to nominate the perfect fictional stand-in for the big guy. From magical misfits to unexpected heroes, your picks had us laughing, debating, and feeling all the holiday vibes. 🎄✨ Some Things We Mentioned: Jingle Cats - Wikipedia (1) My DND - Bone Fairies Credit:...

Send a text  🎙️ This week, we’re headed to the icy tundra for a chilling deep dive into The Thing (1982)! 🧊 🔬❄️ Who’s human? Who’s not? And do we really want to know? 👀 Tune in for all the sci-fi scares and fiery flamethrower moments!🔥 The Thing (1982) - IMDb Other Things We Mentioned: Coos Bay Public Library Sci-Fi podcast wraps fourth season | Community | theworldlink.com "The X-Files&q...

Send a text Get ready to test your horror movie knowledge! 🎃🕸️ In this week's episode, we're guessing some of the spookiest movie taglines—can you beat us at our own game? 😱👻 Tune in if you dare... and see if you can guess them all! 🎧💀 This is our last episode of Season 4! We'll be taking a brief hiatus through November, we'll see you for Season 5 in December!  #HorrorMovi...

Send a text Well, it's the last full episode of the season! Brittney and Joshua have chosen end the year with a bang by reviewing The Mummy (1999)!  Join us for eye-candy, face-storms, and ill-conceived curses! We reviewed: The Mummy (1999) | IMdB Find us at: Podcast Website: https://swordsstarships.buzzsprout.com Instagram: Brittney and Joshua (@swordsnstarships) • Instagram photos and video...

Send a text Today's episode was partially recorded on Zoom and pre-edited. We apologize for any Zoom-caused garbling! Get ready for a spine-tingling crossover! 🎙️📚 Swords & Starships is teaming up with The Free Bin podcast to explore the wild allure of love that defies the ordinary, from vampires to werewolves and beyond. Expect lively discussions, book recommendations, and plenty of lau...

Send a text 📚✨ Get ready for some spine-tingling tales! In our latest episode, we dive into Someone You Can Build a Nest In by John Wiswell and The Reformatory by Tananarive Due. Join us as we unravel the chills, thrills, and deeper meanings lurking in these haunting reads! 🕯️👻  Brittney’s Pick: Someone You Can Build a Nest In by John Wiswell | Goodreads Joshua’s Pick: The Reformatory by Tanana...

Send a text THE END IS NIGH!!  Well ... not entirely nigh but in the interest of choosing which inevitable dumpster fire is to be our last, Brittney and Joshua have asked the public whether they would survive a Zombie or Robot Apocalypse. Find us at: Podcast Website: https://swordsstarships.buzzsprout.com Instagram: Brittney and Joshua (@swordsnstarships) • Instagram photos and videos Email: Stars...

Send a text Mad scientists, monstrous creations, and moral dilemmas—oh my! 🧪⚡️ In our latest podcast episode, we dive into M is for Monster by Talia Dutton and Vicious by V.E. Schwab. Get ready for a thrilling discussion on what happens when science goes too far. Perfect for fans of dark, twisty tales! 🎧 Joshua's Pick: Vicious (Villains, #1) by Victoria Schwab | Goodreads Brittney's P...

Send a text Today’s episode is all about enjoying the little things. What’s been bringing you joy recently? 🌞 Things We Mentioned: Start Here: Instructions for Becoming a Better Cook: A Cookbook by Sohla El-Waylly | Goodreads Can Sohla Make A Meal Out Of Oreos? | Mystery Menu | NYT Cooking (youtube.com) Chopped | Food Network Coconut & Sambal: Recipes from my Indonesian Kitchen by Lara Lee |...

Send a text Join us on a nostalgic journey through the Goblin King's maze as we review the cult classic Labyrinth! 🧩✨ Whether you're a longtime fan or new to this magical world, our latest podcast episode dives deep into the enchanting characters, unforgettable music, and the movie's lasting impact. Don't miss it! 🎧  Labyrinth (1986) - IMDb Things We Mentioned: Domestic Viol...

Send a text 🎙️ On this week's episode, we dive into our library's policies on censorship and acquisitions. Join us as we explore how we navigate these critical issues to ensure diverse voices are heard. 📚✨ Plus, get ready for our Banned Book Trivia event in September—it's going to be a page-turner you won't want to miss! -This episode originally aired 9/16/2022. Find us at: P...

Send a text  In this episode of Swords & Starships, we embark on a thrilling literary adventure, discussing two captivating books that caught our eye with their stunning covers. Join us as we delve into "Five Broken Blades" by Mai Corland, a gripping fantasy tale filled with intrigue and magic, and "Cold Storage" by David Koepp, a suspenseful journey into a deadly containme...

Send a text Think you know your movies? Tune in and test your skills by guessing this iconic soundbite! 🕵️‍♂️🔍 Can you identify the film from just a few seconds of audio? 🎥🔊 Join us for some suspenseful fun and see if you're a true movie buff! ✨ Things We Mentioned Bambi (1942) - IMDb Ruined with Alison Leiby and Halle Kiefer on Apple Podcasts Krampus (2015) - IMDb What to Do if You Encou...

Send a text  This week, we're diving into the imaginative worlds crafted by Indigenous authors in the sci-fi and fantasy genres. 🌟✨ Join us as we explore their unique narratives, rich cultural perspectives, and the magical realms they create. 🌍📚 Brittney's Pick : Empire of Wild by Cherie Dimaline | Goodreads Joshua's Pick : Never Whistle at Night: An Indigenous Dark Fiction Anth...

Send a text Today, we're diving deep into an important topic: Privacy in the Library . 🕵️‍♂️📖  Join us as we discuss with 2 guests:   🔹 The importance of protecting patron data .  🔹 How libraries handle privacy concerns.   🔹 Tips for ensuring your personal information stays safe.  Other Things We Discussed:  Library Bill of Rights | ALA   The Alnwick Garden The Poison Garden - The Alnwick...

Send a text No one belongs here more than you. The only thing is, once you're in we can't let you leave ... Brittney and Joshua share two of their favorite books that feature wacky and insidious cults! Brittney's Pick: The Gates  by John Connolly | Goodreads Joshua's Pick: Rosemary's Baby  by Ira Levin | Goodreads Find us at: Podcast Website: https://swordsstarships.buzzsp...

Send a text Join Brittney and Joshua as they pick Bret's brain about video games! Bret’s Pick: ANIMAL WELL   Joshua’s Pick: Hades II Supergiant Games & Fallout 4’s Long-Awaited Next-Gen Update Finally Has a Release Date - IGN   Brittney’s Pick: Another Crab's Treasure for Nintendo Switch - Nintendo Official Site   Other Games Mentioned:  The Witness on Steam (steampowered.com)   The...

Send a text In this episode, we're reviewing some of the funniest reads in the genre that will have you laughing out loud from start to finish. 😂📖 From anxious robots to talking animals, we've got you covered!  🎧 Tune in now on your favorite podcasting platform, and don't forget to follow us for more bookish fun!  Brittney’s Pick: In the Lives of Puppets by T.J. Klune | Goodreads...

Send a text 🎙️ We're Back! 🎙️ Swords & Starships is in full swing with today's movie review: Terminator 2 (1991). Whether you're a die-hard fan or a first-time viewer, our in-depth review is packed with insights and (questionable?) opinions that you won't want to miss!  Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) - IMDb  Things We Mentioned  Our Aliens Episode LAPD officers beat Rodn...