The Halfling and the Spaceman

Today we’re talking with Matt Jones, creator of the comic Void Beast , owner of Akachi Comics, and organizer of SableCon! References and Links: https://www.akachicomics.com/ https://www.instagram.com/akachicomics/ https://www.instagram.com/sable_con/ Note:   You can see our coverage of SableCon at https://youtu.be/qzM5Y2rlIrs

We’re happy to have with us today, Scott Taylor.  Scott is an Australian, a passionate scale modeler who is well regarded and recognized in the Australian scale model scene.  He’s  talking with us about the hobby and his company SMS (Scale Modellers Supply) References and Links: https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/smsofficialgroup https://www.youtube.com/@thescalemode...

Today we’re talking with Nina and Thom of the podcast Mobile Suit Breakdown!  It’s a great conversation about podcasting in general, but also about their particular focus. References and Links: https://gundampodcast.com/ Email:  gundampodcast@gmail.com  Email:  hosts@gundampodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/gundampodcast

Today we’re talking with Marie Vibbert.  A writer whose work has appeared in science fiction magazines including Analog Science Fiction, The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction, among others.  She has also begun publishing novels! References and Links: marievibbert.com Twitter: @mareasie Instagram as Marie Vibbert.   Facebook as Marie Vibbert Google Marie Vibbert

Today, we’re excited to get a chance to talk to Stephen Long.  For over 30 years he’s been a game designer working for many of the industry’s companies.  He’s best known for best known for his work with the HERO System — from 2001-2011 he served as HERO System Line Developer.  He’ll be talking about that plus more insights into the gaming industry. References and Links: https://www.herogames.com/...

Joining us today is writer Michael Boncher, or M.D. as he is known.  He's a writer, artist, and musician!  He does it all! References and Links: www.resonantmedia.art www.akiniwazi.com

Joining us today is Dru Phillips.  He specializes in various types of photo imagery, including fitness, corporate, portrait, and cosplay. He’ll be talking about his two jobs.  One that pays the bills and one that gives the thrills References and Links: http://idruthat.com/ https://www.theampimage.com/ Socials: @idruthat @theampimage

Before starting The Halfling and the Spaceman , we had previously attempted to launch two other podcasts.   The first, in 2014, was Short Reads for the Long Road , which featured Roger reading short fiction.  Only two episodes were produced.  The second podcast was never published, with only one episode recorded in February 2020, one week before the lock downs. Since the Spaceman and I are taking...

Joining us today is Wole Talabi , a Nigerian engineer, author of speculative fiction, and  editor.  He’ll be talking about transitioning his engineering knowledge into his speculative fiction. References and Links: https://wtalabi.wordpress.com/ https://twitter.com/wtalabi https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/688459/shigidi-and-the-brass-head-of-obalufon-by-wole-talabi/

Today we’re talking with Shaun Harland, Gundam/mecha model builder, and Twitch streamer! References and Links: Twitch, Twitter, and Instagram: @DG_Television The Ghost of Zeon YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostofZeon

Today, we’re excited to get a chance to talk to Bobby Nash.  He’s an award-winning author, who writes novels, comic books, short stories, novellas, and graphic novels.  He also writes the occasional screen play. References and Links: https://bobby-nash-news.blogspot.com/ https://twitter.com/BobbyNash https://www.pinterest.com/bobbynash/ https://www.facebook.com/AuthorBobbyNash/ https://www.instagr...

Today we’re talking with J.D. Blackrose, writer of fantasy, urban fantasy, and paranormal romance;  She’s the author of the Zombie Cosmetologist novellas, the Summoner’s Mark series, and several others. References and Links: https://slipperywords.com/ https://www.facebook.com/JDBlackrose

Today we’re talking with JaBarr, also known as Barr Foxx,  TV/Film producer,  and award winning  cosplay artist.  He’s also founder of Cosplay Your Way.  He’ll be talking about his various projects and roles as well as giving commentary on the cosplay community and fandom in general.  It’s a great conversation! References and Links: https://www.facebook.com/BarrFoxx/ https://www.facebook.com/Cospl...

Kate Heartfield is a Canadian author of fantasy, science fiction, and horror She’s also a non-fiction writer and editor. Today she talks about how she got started (it’s not exactly how you imagine), what steps led to her successful writing career, and how she landed the “gig” of writing Assassin’s Creed stories! References and Links: https://kateheartfield.com/ https://twitter.com/kateheartfield h...

Today we’re talking with Scott and Kirsten Vaughn. They’re talking about their own self-described “wizard rock act” and how their various loves of fandom led them to create their own unique style of music with their group The Blibbering Humdingers. They’ll also be talking about life as a creative couple. References and Links: https://blibberinghumdingers.com/ https://blibberinghumdingers.bandcamp....

Join us today for a fun conversation with H.P. and Jacob Holo, who’ll be talking about their paths that led them both to have writing careers.  H.P. is the creative  mind behind the Monster Punk: Horizon series, and Jacob is the brains behind The Gordian Division as well as others.  What’s life as a couple is like when both are successful writers?  Find out today! References and Links: holowriting...

Tune in today as we talk with YouTuber Duchess Celestia.  She’s an independent artist and designer specializing in digital art with an anime and comic-inspired style.  On her channel, she provides commentary, touching on key issues that affect the art community. References and Links: https://youtube.com/duchesscelestia https://duchesscelestia.carrd.com https://www.duchesscelestia.com/

Today we’re joined by James Cambias, science fiction and fantasy writer and tabletop game designer.  He’ll be talking about his early love of fandom, how he got his start in the industry, and what he’s up to now. References and Links: https://www.jamescambias.com/ 

Today we’re talking with an old friend, Russell Sawyer!  He’s a long-time RPG player turned gaming convention organizer.  He’ll be talking about the path that led him to organize MoatCon 4 in North Carolina.  He’ll also discuss the future of the hobby. References and Links: https://www.instagram.com/p/Co0yTYHJJ22/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Today we’re talking with P.A. Cornell, awarding winning Chilean-Canadian speculative fiction author.  She’ll discuss how she will discuss her journey to becoming a successful writer, despite having a lack of resources to guide her.  Among other things, we’ll also discuss her love of tea and Legos! References and Links: https://www.pacornell.com/

Join us today as we talk with Bryan Nowak, AKA Bryan The Writer, writer and fellow podcaster.  He’ll be talking about his love of horror which led to his writing career.  We’ll also be talking with him about his podcast “All Things Writing”.  Bryan is responsible for us conceiving our podcast The Halfling and The Spaceman, so this one is special! References and Links: https://bryannowak.com/ https...

Tune in today for our conversation with Thomas Marrone.  He’s a long-time Trek fan turned Art Director for Cryptic Studios.  He’ll be talking about his appreciation for Star Trek and his journey to becoming a ship designer and Art Director for Star Trek Online, an officially licensed online Star Trek game. References and Links: Twitter:  @thomasthecat http://startrekonline.com https://www.modiphiu...

Join us today as we talk with James and Anita Young.  A terrific conversation with a creative couple.  He’ll be talking about his military science fiction, and she’ll be talking about her work as an artist.  What’s inspired each of them, and how do they manage life as a creative couple?  Find out!  It promises to be a fun episode. References and Links: jamesyoungauthor.com anitacyoung.com https://...

Good morning loyal listeners!  Today’s special guest is Mera Rose.  She’s a designer, costumer, builder of eccentricities and fandom-related items, conventioneer,  and self-identified fandom fashionista!  We’ve got a whole lot to cover with her and you won’t want to miss a minute! References and Links: https://linktr.ee/mera.rose. Conventions: https://www.dragoncon.org/ http://www.marscon.net/wp/...

Join us as we talk with Milton Davis of MV Media.  Milton will be discussing his writings as a black speculative fiction writer and owner of MVmedia, LLC, a small publishing company specializing in Science Fiction, Fantasy and Sword and Soul.  He’ll dive into a little more detail of what Sword and Soul is.  You’ll want to grab one of his books after this conversation! References and Links: www.mvm...