Podcast appearances and mentions of David Wellington

We're covering the 1988 horror flick 'The Carpenter,' directed by David Wellington. Join us as we explore the film's intriguing early '90s vibe, surreal scenes, and its surprising charm that time seems to have forgotten. From discussing the enigmatic actor Wings Hauser to debating the movie's intentional oddities and potential feminist undertones, we leave no stone unturned. Tune in for our full analysis and decide if this quirky gem deserves a place in your horror collection. Don't miss this episode if you're a fan of under-the-radar horror films!

We delve into the world of science fiction in the latest episode of the Fully-Booked podcast. The hosts, Meaghan and Arthur, express their excitement and curiosity about the genre, particularly focusing on its evolution and the rising popularity of "hard science fiction." They begin by discussing the intriguing concept of how science fiction heroes utilize real science to address relatable challenges, making the genre both accessible and compelling. This exploration sets the tone for an episode filled with diverse discussions on books, subgenres, and broader thematic elements within science fiction. What’s on the Nightstand: Exploring Current Reads The hosts share their current reading adventures; Arthur is engrossed in Revenant-X, the second book in the Red Space series by David Wellington, which masterfully blends sci-fi and horror. He highlights how the first book, Paradise-1, and its sequel create a gripping narrative. Similarly, Transmentation Transience by Darkly Lem, an ARC due for release in March, captivates him with its mix of multiverse adventure and theoretical science. The book, closely compared to The Expanse and Jeff VanderMeer’s works, promises to be a groundbreaking addition to science fiction. Meaghan shares her thoughts on Liar’s Kingdom by Christine Colella, a reimagining of Cinderella’s story that dives into life after the glass slipper moment. This ARC explores themes of freedom, identity, and personal growth with a fantasy twist. She also discusses Hitchcock Hotel by Stephanie Robel, a thrilling story about a group of friends reuniting in a Hitchcock-themed hotel, where unresolved issues lead to chaos. Despite struggling with unlikable characters, Meaghan finds the narrative intriguing. Science Fiction Subgenres: Classic vs. Hard Science The conversation shifts to defining science fiction and its subgenres, particularly the distinction between traditional and hard science fiction. Science fiction, the hosts note, often extrapolates from current scientific principles to create fantastical worlds. However, hard science fiction grounds itself more firmly in existing theories and factual science, requiring detailed research and plausible explanations for technological advancements. The hosts point to Andy Weir’s novels, such as The Martian and Project Hail Mary, as prime examples of hard science fiction that resonate with readers by emphasizing problem-solving and scientific accuracy. They emphasize the genre’s flexibility, blending elements of romance, horror, fantasy, and more. This adaptability has made science fiction a broad and enduring genre, with examples ranging from Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein to contemporary narratives. The hosts marvel at how even foundational works, like Frankenstein, integrate hard science elements - such as reanimation through electricity - while delving into complex themes of humanity and ethics. The Appeal of Hard Science Fiction Andy Weir’s books dominate much of the discussion as the hosts explore his ability to balance humor, adventure, and scientific rigor. We think Weir’s meticulous research and collaboration with experts, including NASA scientists, lend authenticity to his narratives. In The Martian, for instance, the protagonist’s survival on Mars involves ingenious uses of science, from creating nutrient-rich soil to generating water. Project Hail Mary takes the concept further, presenting a lone protagonist on a mission to save Earth from an energy-depleting parasite. The story integrates universal scientific principles to create a unique communication method between humans and alien species, making it both intellectually stimulating and emotionally engaging. While Artemis shifts gears to a murder mystery on the moon, the hosts note that it retains elements of hard science, showcasing Weir’s versatility. The hosts admire how Weir’s works balance technical detail with relatability, creating stories that are accessible even to readers without a strong science background. They suggest that this blend of authenticity and entertainment makes his books appealing to a broad audience. Enduring Works and Adaptations: Exploring Science Fiction’s Legacy The discussion broadens to include other influential works in the genre. The hosts praise The Expanse for its blend of hard science and expansive storytelling, and they highlight Liu Cixin’s Three-Body Problem trilogy for its deep exploration of physics and extraterrestrial concepts. While acknowledging the intellectual challenge these works may pose for some readers, they emphasize their contribution to the genre’s evolution. The hosts also explore classic works like Jules Verne’s 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, illustrating how early science fiction integrated hard science principles. Verne’s meticulous descriptions of marine life and submarine technology reflect the genre’s potential to educate and inspire. They compare this to Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, noting how these classics continue to influence modern science fiction. Adaptations of these works, such as the Netflix series based on the Three-Body Problem, demonstrate the genre’s enduring appeal. However, the hosts caution that adaptations must balance complexity with accessibility to resonate with a wider audience. They cite the mixed reception of League of Extraordinary Gentlemen and The Dark Tower as examples of how challenging it can be to translate dense literary material into engaging screen narratives. The Popularity of Science Fiction Today We believe science fiction’s increasing popularity stems from its ability to combine adventure with intellectual depth. Films like The Martian and series like For All Mankind attract audiences by blending relatable human experiences with scientific exploration. The humor and ingenuity of the characters in these narratives make them both entertaining and thought-provoking. We think hard science fiction’s appeal lies in its grounding in reality, which allows readers to connect with the material on a deeper level. The hosts acknowledge, however, that the genre’s technical focus may limit its accessibility for some audiences. Nonetheless, they celebrate its capacity to inspire curiosity and expand horizons. An Invitation to Explore The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to share their thoughts on science fiction. The hosts encourage engagement through social media and the Fully-Booked website, emphasizing the genre’s diversity and its potential to captivate readers of all backgrounds. As we reflect on the discussions, it’s clear that science fiction offers something for everyone - from thrilling adventures to profound explorations of human nature and the universe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Fully-Booked podcast, the hosts, Meaghan and Arthur, delve into a new chapter of the podcast. The audience is informed about Shirin's temporary departure due to her pregnancy as Shirin steps away to focus on her growing family, Arthur, co-producer of the Fully-Booked podcast, steps in to co-host alongside Meaghan. This change, while temporary, marks a significant shift in the dynamic of the show. Arthur’s background in coding and his technical contributions to the website bring a fresh perspective to the podcast. The hosts humorously discuss his 60% familiarity with the topics they’ll cover and joke about potential jousting matches for hosting rights when Shirin returns. Despite the change, the team is optimistic about the new direction and is ready to embrace 2025 with fresh content and themes. Kicking Off 2025: A Sci-Fi Focus As the podcast launches into the new year, Meaghan and Arthur introduce a month-long exploration of science fiction. This is a notable shift, as Meaghan admits that she and Shirin have historically read very little of the genre. However, Arthur’s passion for sci-fi provides the perfect opportunity to delve into its rich and diverse discussions. The hosts acknowledge the challenges they faced in planning sci-fi content in the past. With Arthur’s enthusiasm, planning the month’s content was surprisingly straightforward. The podcast promises to cover various aspects of sci-fi, including genre mashups, successful and unsuccessful adaptations, and newer releases. This thematic focus aims to appeal to long-time sci-fi enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Sci-Fi Genre Mashups: Exploring New Horizons One of the main themes of the episode is the exploration of sci-fi genre mashups. Meaghan and Arthur discuss how sci-fi often blends seamlessly with other genres, creating unique storytelling opportunities. They highlight several examples: Sci-Fi and Mystery: The Midsolar Murders series by Mur Lafferty combines amateur sleuthing with extraterrestrial settings. Blake Crouch’s Dark Matter and Wayward Pines series mix speculative fiction with gripping mysteries. Michael Crichton’s The Andromeda Strain explores a medical mystery linked to a satellite crash, blending suspense with scientific intrigue. Sci-Fi and Horror: The hosts delve into the subgenre of sci-fi horror, highlighting works like Caitlin Starling’s The Luminous Dead and David Wellington’s Red Space series (Paradise-1, Revenant X). They also discuss the historical roots of the genre, referencing classics like Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and Richard Matheson’s I Am Legend. Sci-Fi and Fantasy: Works like Christopher Paolini’s To Sleep in a Sea of Stars and Stephen King’s The Dark Tower series exemplify the blend of futuristic technology and fantastical elements. Tamsyn Muir’s Gideon the Ninth series introduces necromancy into a science fiction setting, creating a unique narrative style. Sci-Fi and Historical Fiction: Stephen King’s 11/22/63 combines time travel with the historical backdrop of the Kennedy assassination. Philip K. Dick’s The Man in the High Castle explores an alternate history where the Axis powers won World War II. Sci-Fi and Romance: Meaghan and Arthur touch on the lighter side of sci-fi with titles like Alyssa Cole’s The AI Who Loved Me, which combines AI with human connections, and Ruby Dixon’s monster romance series. Sci-Fi in Other Media: Adaptations and Recommendations The hosts transition into discussing sci-fi in other media, particularly film and television. They reference the ongoing Silo series and compare its dystopian elements to works like Blake Crouch’s Wayward Pines. Meaghan shares her thoughts on the Alien film franchise, admitting she’s new to many of its sequels. The pair humorously critique the series’ ups and downs, including the divisive Prometheus prequels. The episode also touches on notable sci-fi adaptations and their impact: Dark Matter by Blake Crouch was recently adapted into a TV series. Man in the High Castle adapted for Amazon Prime. The Apollo Murders by Chris Hadfield blends Cold War intrigue with space exploration. The hosts express excitement about revisiting sci-fi classics and exploring lesser-known gems. They encourage listeners to explore Fully Booked’s website for related articles and reviews from contributors. Looking Ahead with Enthusiasm As the episode concludes, Meaghan and Arthur emphasize the importance of embracing new experiences. They acknowledge that while the month of sci-fi exploration is a departure from their usual fare, it presents an opportunity for growth and discovery. The duo encourages listeners to join them on this journey, whether through reading, watching, or engaging with the content on their website and social media platforms. The hosts’ banter, combined with their genuine curiosity and enthusiasm, sets the tone for an exciting year ahead. With a mix of humor, insight, and personal anecdotes, the episode invites listeners to explore the vast possibilities of sci-fi and its many intersections with other genres. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If a book is horror sci-fi, I will pretty much buy it no questions asked. If a book is horror sci-fi set in space, I'll likely enjoy it. If a book is horror sci-fi set in space and is written by David Wellington, well shit, I'm gonna need to talk about it to everyone I know because the love I have for the book cannot be contained!

Are you ready to go nuts?! The Abyss crew is joined by Carson Winter to get all gothy and discuss Thomas Ligotti's The Lost Art of Twilight. As they go completely off the rails they discuss Hell's Paradise, My Home Hero, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, Ted Lasso, Succession, David Wellington's Paradise-1, Ring and Spiral by Koji Suzuki, Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Matt Wildasin's The Backrooms, XCRMNTMNTN by Andrew Hilbert, Laura Keating's Agony's Lodestone, Dark Cutter by Luciano Marano, and Elric of Melnibone by Michael Moorcock. Now go greet your relatives and determine if you like being a daywalker.   Pick up Carson Winter's Soft Targets

David Wellington, president and co-owner of Wellington Management, talks to F&C reporter J.D. Duggan. Wellington talks about his company's ongoing projects and the shifting dynamics of retail real estate.

Many people have the desire to spin their lived experience into their creative self-expression, Susan and Laura included. This desire can present a conundrum as these creations can feature people other than the creator, or have ideas in them that might make a loved one uncomfortable, or are about a topic that some close to us might consider to be taboo. So how do we create with freedom and without fear? In this episode, Susan and Laura turn to the works of Banksy, Anne Lamott, David Sedaris, David Wellington, and more while discovering one approach to creating without fear: the idea of creating like your loved ones are never going to read it, hear it, or see it. Or, put another way, creating like your parents are dead…again. 

In this episode host NIck Jones is joined by author David Wellington.Preorder his new book Paradise 1:https://www.amazon.com/Paradise-1-David-Wellington/dp/031649674X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1671481282&sr=8-3For everything else David, check out his website:https://davidwellington.net/

Golden Globe-nominated Linus Roache discusses money, growing up in a family of actors, the celebrity of his father William Roache, fulfillment, happiness, and more. Guest Biography Linus Roache is a British actor, probably best known for his roles as Michael Cutter on Law and Order and Thomas Wayne in Batman Begins. In 1975, Roache appeared in Coronation Street playing Peter Barlow, the son of his father's character Ken Barlow. Roache is also a past member of the Royal Shakespeare Company. Roache was born in Manchester, Lancashire, the son of Coronation Street actor William Roache and actress Anna Cropper. Roache was educated at Bishop Luffa School in Chichester, West Sussex and at the independent Rydal School in Colwyn Bay, North Wales. He studied acting at the Central School of Speech and Drama. Beginning in the 1990s, Roache began a career in film while remaining active in television and stage. In 1994, he received acclaim for his leading role in Antonia Bird's Priest. He is best known to US audiences as Dr. Thomas Wayne, father of Batman, in Batman Begins (2005) or as Executive Assistant District Attorney Michael Cutter in the American TV series Law & Order (2008–2010) and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (2011–2012). In June 2010, it was announced that he would return to play Laurence Cunningham, alongside his father William Roache, in Coronation Street. In July 2010, he was cast in the HBO pilot The Miraculous Year. In April 2011, Roache was cast as the lead in the ITV mini-series Titanic, airing March–April 2012 to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the ship. In February 2014, Roache debuted in season two of the popular TV series Vikings as England's King Ecbert. He is currently filming season 7 of Homeland, where he plays White House Chief of Staff, David Wellington. Show notes: http://www.inspiredmoney.fm/007 Links Homeland Coronation Street Linus Roache (IMDb) In this episode, you will learn: How to prepare for a performance. We non-actors can event benefit by these insights and routines because life is a grand performance! How you should not tie your self-worth to your work. We'll explore all sorts of things like wealth, fulfillment, and happiness. Linus is not just a great actor but after hitting many of his professional goals by age 30, he began to wonder if this is it? He took a break and explored the spiritual aspect of life that included meditating for at least 2 hours a day! So we'll explore this too. I think it's totally relevant because being healthy includes physical health, mental health, spiritual health, and financial health. Thanks for Listening! To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below. Share this show on Twitter or Facebook. To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes. Special thanks to Jim Kimo West for the music. Until next time!

I interview Laura Shepherd-Robinson about her new book “Daughters Of Night” and review “Another Time, Another Place” by Jodi Taylor, “The Last Astronaut” by David Wellington, “Diving For Pearls” by Jamie O'Connell and "Lonely Castle In The Mirror" by Mizuki Tsujimura. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Luke and Juliane review a novel that made them feel dumb and angry: The Last Astronaut by David Wellington Get this audiobook for free, or any of 100,000 other titles, as part of a free trial by visiting this link: https://www.audibletrial.com/sfbrp. Buy this book at , or discuss this book at Goodreads.com Luke blogs at: […]

Ben and Nico buckle in and prepare to see a glimpse into their future... they hope! David Wellington, 2020 Arthur C. Clarke Award nominee and master of the written word brings some real firepower to the squad as they take on the prompt: "The Palm Reader"Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thetinybookcase)

Architectural expert Jeff Gears talks to David Wellington, co-owner of St.Paul-based Wellington Management, a property management company with more than 100 properties in its Twin Cities portfolio. As a commercial real estate expert, David provides valuable insight from a building owner's perspective on how the pandemic has impacted the housing and office sectors.

Everyone comes to terms with the bombing and what it means to their lives, in very different ways. Brian makes an improbable swing to marriage with Justin, Ben attacks proposition 14 supports, and Drew Boyd speaks at the vigil. Melanie and Lindsay consider a new future for themselves and their children that doesn’t include Pittsburgh or any of their long term friends and fathers and Ted continues to blame himself for Michael’s injuries and seeks out a form of punishment in a bathhouse.  It first aired in the US on July 24th, 2005. It was written by Brad Fraser, his final Queer as Folk teleplay. He wrote 8 episodes, produced 12, and was the story editor of 14 episodes. “Fucking Revenge” was directed by David Wellington. He directed one of our favorite episodes, called “Wherever That Dream May Lead You” which featured a drag king troupe bookending the stories. 

Brian and Michael continue to quarrel over Michael’s new life, ending in Michael calling it quits and moving on from Brian. In a quasi related runner, Ben and Michael come to terms with what it means to publicly fight against Proposition 14. And we meet Jennifer Taylor’s new boyfriend, a hunky science teacher named Tuck who whisks her away on a motorcycle.  Tiring of fucking everything that moves, Ted’s search for a husband leads him to a Jewish mixer where he meets a hot as fuck urologist who while examine Ted’s penis discovers that Ted isn’t Jewish. Melanie and Lindsay beat the crap out of each other before Melanie appears to force herself on Lindsay. And finally, Drew Boyd comes out on live TV! “Anything in Common” was directed by Queer as Folk veteran David Wellington, his seventh of eight episodes. He directed season two’s “wherever that dream may lead you.” That was the episode that was musically bookended by the drag king troupe, and it’s also the moment that Michael decided to buy his comic shop.  It first aired in the US on July 10th, 2005. I was written by Brad Fraser, his seventh of eight episodes. He also produced 14 episodes of the show and was the story editor for another 14 episodes.   

Check the book out here https://amzn.to/35vVtyQ David Wellington has been writing fantasy for years [and] before turning his hand to science fiction. His latest novel The Last Astronaut is a look at horror in deep space. The book was nominated for the 2020 Arthur C. Clarke award and we spoke about the story, about horror … Continue reading David Wellington interview- Science Fiction novel – “The Last Astronaut” (Orbit, 2019) →

After the killing of George Floyd, people took to the streets. Protests gave way to civil unrest, and many buildings — including small, minority and immigrant-owned businesses and organizations — were left damaged or destroyed. More than 1,500 buildings in Minneapolis and St. Paul suffered damage during the days of looting and burning, according to a Star Tribune analysis. Community members have joined forces to start the long rebuilding process. But will customers return to the businesses that made Lake Street in Minneapolis a vibrant business district? MPR News host Angela Davis talks with community stakeholders about rebuilding, reopening and returning to Minneapolis. Guests: Allison Sharkey is executive director of the Lake Street Council and a member of the newly established Minneapolis Forward: Community Now Coalition. Kelly Drummer is president of Migizi, a nonprofit organization that trains Native youth in media skills. Migizi’s building was totaled during the uprising. David Wellington is a commercial real estate developer. Some of his company’s Lake Street properties were damaged or destroyed. Faatemah is the owner of the Suitespot Salonspa in the Lyn-Lake area who is spearheading a neighborhood beautification project.

Oz Perkins' new film, Gretel and Hansel, is the main feature this week. Is it sweet or did he kick us into a fire? But before that, we have a ton of horror reviews for you. We're talking The Blackcoat's Daughter, Maniac (1980), Come to Daddy, Cannibal Ferox, I Am Mother, House II, House III: The Horror Show, The Last Astronaut by David Wellington, and Meathead by Stephen Barnard.

We're on a journey of self-improvement this week as we discuss A SERIAL KILLER'S GUIDE TO LIFE. But before we do, we have a bevy of horror reviews for you. We're talking Night of the Lepus, Climax, Luz, Doctor Sleep, Maniac Cop 2, Maniac Cop 3, The Witcher, and The Last Astronaut by David Wellington.

You may recall from last episode that Marvel Zombies was conceived by Mark Millar (Kickass, Kingsmen, Wanted, Nemesis, Starlight, and The Magic Order). After his initial Ultimate Fantastic Four storyline "Crossover," he gave over the Zombies imprint to Robert Kirkman (The Walking Dead, Invincible) and Sean Phillips (Judge Dredd, Hellblazer, Sleeper, Criminal, Incognito, Fatale). After Millar, Kirkman, and Phillips moved on, the franchise was picked up by Fred Van Lente (Cowboys & Aliens, Archer & Armstrong, X-Men: Noir) who actually helmed the title longer than anyone else. Artist, Kev Walker (2000 AD, Rogue Trooper, Dungeons & Dragons), took over on the penciling and gave a more modern style to Phillips' muted, classic method. Though there are some familiar faces Van Lente's cast of characters such as Deadpool and Howard the Duck, the others are much more niche than his predecessors: Machine Man, Morbius, Jennifer Kale, Man Thing, Werewolf by Night, and Daimon Hellstrom. The Inhumans also appear, with a gutsy end for the beloved, teleporting Lackjaw. In Marvel Zombies Return, Van Lente had help from many other prolific writers in the genre. David Wellington is both a college friend of Fred Van Lente and a prolific horror author, having penned vampire novels starring vampire hunter Laura Caxton and a zombie apocalypse trilogy: Monster Island, Monster Nation, and Monster Planet. Jonathan Maberry, is not only the author of Punisher MAX: Naked Kill and Black Panther. He also wrote the novel, Ghost Road Blues, which won a Bram Stoker award. His follow-up novel, Patient Zero, is what ultimately got him the writing assignment for Marvel Zombies. Seth Grahame-Smith is best known for Pride and Prejudice and Zombies and Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter. Jake touches on Marvel Zombies: Evil Evolution, which involves the Marvel Apes franchise, but since he hates it, he does not belabor the point. We round off the episode talking about Marvel Zombies 5, Marvel Zombies: Supreme, Marvel Zombies Destroy!, Marvel Zombies Halloween, Zombies Assemble, and DCeased (which, yeah-- obviously isn't Marvel, but is interesting enough to warrant a comment or two). The "Hidden Track" for this week is Gerardo Preciado aka Ancient Order of the Droids, with his wholly original soundtrack for a movie that does not exist: Zombiria! Be sure to track his kickstarter campaign for a vinyl pressing https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/musikedidiable/zombiria-limited-edition-vinyl-soundtrack ; https://open.spotify.com/artist/5IVlx6vuJszX7AvQ2xU4Oj Be sure to check out their upcoming album. Devices, which will release in October. If you ever have feedback or recommendations on future episodes, please let us know at slasherspod@gmail.com. You can always find us on our social media: Instagram, Twitter, Slasher App: @slasherspod Facebook: /slasherspod Reddit: u/slasherspod https://www.youtube.com/c/slasherspodcast zombies, monsters, horror, Avengers, X-Men, X-Force, Heroes for Hire, The Defenders, Dead Days, Shaun of the Dead, Dawn of the Dead, Day of the Dead, Night of the Living Dead, Return of the Living Dead, Little Monsters, S.H.I.E.L.D., Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Guardians of the Galaxy, Captain Marvel, Doctor Strange --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/slasherspod/support

This is episode 100 of the podcast, and I thought about doing some sort of compilation of previous interviews, as I've done a couple of times in the past, to commemorate that. I decided against that for a couple of reasons. First, I haven't accomplished everything I want to with this podcast yet, so it's not time to celebrate. Hopefully, that comes later. Second, I have so many great interviews waiting to be released, I couldn't see delaying any of them by a week. And third, this week's interview is representative of one of my goals with the Department of Tangents, which is helping to amplify the good works of independent artists, whether they are musicians, comedians, authors, filmmakers, or work in a visual medium. And J. Edwin Buja fits that goal perfectly. I recorded this at the 2019 NECON conference, the same place I recorded last year's David Wellington interview. NECON is part horror conference, part summer camp. People get to know each other there, whether they are horror writers, cover artists, publishers, or just fans. J. Edwin Buja has been a regular at NECON for years, but this year, things were a little different. Buja has written about technology for a living and released a couple of children's books, but he has always attended NECON as a fan and friend, not a writer. This July, he released his debut novel, book one of his new series, King of the Wood, and he has a short story in the Wicked Weird collection slated for release in August. King of the Wood created a buzz at NECON, and Buja had a seat at the author's reception, signing his own newly-printed work. It's an ambitious horror novel, taking place in a small town that's about to be best by a religious cult and a malevolent nature spirit. That's in addition to the troubles planned by a corrupt town official who is trying to create his own little fiefdom. And it all starts when the protagonist, Tom, finds someone tied to a tree outside of his picturesque home on a hill. Not a big deal, usually, since people have been doing that as a prank for years. This time, the victim is dead, and the scene is more gruesome than whimsical. You'll hear in the conversation everything that went into writing and revising book one, and the plans for book two, as well as Buja's experience as a first-time novelist at NECON. The new book is King of the Wood, published by Haverhill House Publishing, which you can find at haverhillhouse.com on the Web. Watch this space for future episodes taped at NECON with authors Scott Goudsward and Matt Moore. TC&I is a reunion of singer/bassist Colin Moulding and drummer Terry Chambers, who released an EP called Great Aspirations in 2017. Their new album, out August 9, is Naked Flames: Live at Swindon Arts Centre. There are plenty of great XTC songs on the album, but this week's featured track is one of the new songs from the EP, “Scatter Me.” The song is beautiful, lyrically and musically, a sort of metaphysical consideration of what happens to us after we die and those we leave behind. The CD is called Naked Flames and can be purchased exclusively through the Burning Shed Web site at burningshed.com once it's available on August 9. Unfortunately, it looks like there are no further plans for the band to record or tour at this time, but based on the quality of this tune, I hope that changes, the sooner the better.  

Science Fiction and horror author David Wellington stops by to talk about his newest novel, The Last Astronaut. Here he thought he was writing a horror story in space, and a lot of other people are reading something different Source

In The Last Astronaut (Orbit, 2019), David Wellington turns his prolific imagination—which is more often associated with earthbound monsters like zombies, vampires, and werewolves—to the threat of an alien invasion. Set in 2055, the novel introduces a NASA ill equipped to respond to the arrival of a massive object from another star system. The agency no longer has an astronaut corps, so it turns to the last astronaut it trained, 56-year-old Sally Jansen, who retired in disgrace years earlier after the death of an astronaut under her command. Jansen and a crew of three, who are trained for space flight in just a few months, race to greet the massive 80-kilometer-long visitor, but the goal of each member of her team is as varied as their personalities. One wants to fulfill a life-long dream of being an astronaut; one wants to communicate with aliens; one wants to study them; and one wants to destroy them. Wellington says his interest in science fiction goes back to when he was six and he himself aspired to be an astronaut. “I wrote a letter to NASA saying, ‘Can you tell me what I should do to become an astronaut?’ And they sent me back a very nice form letter telling me I should enlist in the military and learn how to fly a plane,” he says. “They also sent me a manila envelope full of glossy 8-by-10 photographs of rocks on the moon and the Saturn 5 rocket and the Apollo lander and the Space Shuttle. Those photographs became some of my most prized possessions.” The alien object in The Last Astronaut was inspired by 'Oumuamua, which astronomers first observed in 2017 and had trouble classifying, first calling it an asteroid and now a comet. Because of its unusual trajectory and apparent interstellar origin, some even thought it could be an alien spaceship. “This is definitely a horror story,” Wellington says. “There's violence, there's death … This is not The Martian. In the Martian, Andy Weir creates a situation of peril, but it's all about solving that problem. My book is much more about surviving, if you can.” As for the all-important question of whether he’d rather dine with a monster or a space alien, Wellington is quick to answer. “I'd much rather have dinner with an alien,” he says. “I would love to try to communicate with a creature from another planet.” Rob Wolf is the author of The Alternate Universe and The Escape. He worked for a decade as a journalist, and now serves as director of communications at a non-profit dedicated to justice reform. You can follow him on Twitter @RobWolfBooks.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In The Last Astronaut (Orbit, 2019), David Wellington turns his prolific imagination—which is more often associated with earthbound monsters like zombies, vampires, and werewolves—to the threat of an alien invasion. Set in 2055, the novel introduces a NASA ill equipped to respond to the arrival of a massive object from another star system. The agency no longer has an astronaut corps, so it turns to the last astronaut it trained, 56-year-old Sally Jansen, who retired in disgrace years earlier after the death of an astronaut under her command. Jansen and a crew of three, who are trained for space flight in just a few months, race to greet the massive 80-kilometer-long visitor, but the goal of each member of her team is as varied as their personalities. One wants to fulfill a life-long dream of being an astronaut; one wants to communicate with aliens; one wants to study them; and one wants to destroy them. Wellington says his interest in science fiction goes back to when he was six and he himself aspired to be an astronaut. “I wrote a letter to NASA saying, ‘Can you tell me what I should do to become an astronaut?’ And they sent me back a very nice form letter telling me I should enlist in the military and learn how to fly a plane,” he says. “They also sent me a manila envelope full of glossy 8-by-10 photographs of rocks on the moon and the Saturn 5 rocket and the Apollo lander and the Space Shuttle. Those photographs became some of my most prized possessions.” The alien object in The Last Astronaut was inspired by 'Oumuamua, which astronomers first observed in 2017 and had trouble classifying, first calling it an asteroid and now a comet. Because of its unusual trajectory and apparent interstellar origin, some even thought it could be an alien spaceship. “This is definitely a horror story,” Wellington says. “There's violence, there's death … This is not The Martian. In the Martian, Andy Weir creates a situation of peril, but it's all about solving that problem. My book is much more about surviving, if you can.” As for the all-important question of whether he’d rather dine with a monster or a space alien, Wellington is quick to answer. “I'd much rather have dinner with an alien,” he says. “I would love to try to communicate with a creature from another planet.” Rob Wolf is the author of The Alternate Universe and The Escape. He worked for a decade as a journalist, and now serves as director of communications at a non-profit dedicated to justice reform. You can follow him on Twitter @RobWolfBooks.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In The Last Astronaut (Orbit, 2019), David Wellington turns his prolific imagination—which is more often associated with earthbound monsters like zombies, vampires, and werewolves—to the threat of an alien invasion. Set in 2055, the novel introduces a NASA ill equipped to respond to the arrival of a massive object from another star system. The agency no longer has an astronaut corps, so it turns to the last astronaut it trained, 56-year-old Sally Jansen, who retired in disgrace years earlier after the death of an astronaut under her command. Jansen and a crew of three, who are trained for space flight in just a few months, race to greet the massive 80-kilometer-long visitor, but the goal of each member of her team is as varied as their personalities. One wants to fulfill a life-long dream of being an astronaut; one wants to communicate with aliens; one wants to study them; and one wants to destroy them. Wellington says his interest in science fiction goes back to when he was six and he himself aspired to be an astronaut. “I wrote a letter to NASA saying, ‘Can you tell me what I should do to become an astronaut?’ And they sent me back a very nice form letter telling me I should enlist in the military and learn how to fly a plane,” he says. “They also sent me a manila envelope full of glossy 8-by-10 photographs of rocks on the moon and the Saturn 5 rocket and the Apollo lander and the Space Shuttle. Those photographs became some of my most prized possessions.” The alien object in The Last Astronaut was inspired by 'Oumuamua, which astronomers first observed in 2017 and had trouble classifying, first calling it an asteroid and now a comet. Because of its unusual trajectory and apparent interstellar origin, some even thought it could be an alien spaceship. “This is definitely a horror story,” Wellington says. “There's violence, there's death … This is not The Martian. In the Martian, Andy Weir creates a situation of peril, but it's all about solving that problem. My book is much more about surviving, if you can.” As for the all-important question of whether he’d rather dine with a monster or a space alien, Wellington is quick to answer. “I'd much rather have dinner with an alien,” he says. “I would love to try to communicate with a creature from another planet.” Rob Wolf is the author of The Alternate Universe and The Escape. He worked for a decade as a journalist, and now serves as director of communications at a non-profit dedicated to justice reform. You can follow him on Twitter @RobWolfBooks.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode of Signal Boost, Paul Weimer and Kate Sherrod interview the wonderful Ada Hoffmann about her debut novel, The Outside. They discuss the really fun basis for the novel, the mash-up of horror and space opera, representation of neurodivergent characters, AI gods, linguistic spiders, and a bunch more fun stuff! Then Shaun Duke […]

Nick, Ali & Cev are joined by the pan-genre writing phenomenon David Wellington to discuss books, the movie SOUTHBOUND to an unexpected depth, discover Stephen King is a sweetheart and that the eighties were toxic.   Warning: There’s naughty words ahoy in this podcast! Edited By Cevin Moore Music: “Asteroid (Carpentry Mix)” By Peter & Cevin Moore Info: filmguff.net Twitter @FilmGuff @LastTrilobite “Like a horror version of Planes, Trains & Automobiles”

A few weeks ago, I traveled to Rhode Island for NECON 38, the 38th edition of Northeastern Writers Conference. It's also known as Camp NECON, and it is attended mostly by horror writers, aspiring horror writers like myself, and fans. It was my first time at the conference, but it didn't feel that way. It is a professional conference, with a full slate of panels on writing and horror-related art, but it is also very social. The regulars think of themselves as family, and that is very much the spirit of the event. I felt very welcomed in this group of misfits who have chosen a demanding vocation, and one that outsiders might have a hard time understanding. There's an immediate bond amongst these people, and I will surely be back for future editions.  This is the backdrop for my interview with David Wellington, who writes horror like the Monster Island/Monster Nation/Monster Planet zombie series, his vampire series which includes 13 Bullets and 99 Coffins, and his latest zombie novel, Positive. He has also written a science fiction series which includes the books Forsaken Skies, Forgotten Worlds, and Forbidden Suns under the name C. Nolan Clark. It only occurred to me after the interview, as I was putting this episode together, that Wellington is partly responsible for me being there in the first place. I have always enjoyed horror, but it wasn't until around 2005 or so that I really fell in love with it while researching a story on zombie culture for a magazine. I read Wellington's insanely inventive Monster series, as well many other zombie books and graphic novels, including books by another NECON attendee, Brian Keene. I had planned to interview Wellington back then, but the piece never materialized. I was left with an appreciation for the genre, and Wellington's work in particular, and started writing some of my own horror.  So it was great to finally sit down with him, face to face, during the conference and talk about his career trajectory, which has been amazing. I learned he was working at the U.N. while he was writing the Monster series, which turned out to be incredibly fortuitous timing for Wellington. His first love was science fiction, but horror was a fun diversion, and it's what gave him his first success. Wellington has now written about zombies, werewolves, and vampires, so we talk about which was more fun to create, and finally getting to write those sci-fi books. We also make a diversion into Hannah Gadsby's latest stand-up comedy special, Nanette, which Wellington brought up. It has been amazing to watch that spread, and how it has made people who maybe never thought about the mechanics of stand-up comedy dive deep into the topic.  You can find out more about David Wellington at www.DavidWellington.net and follow him on Twitter at @LastTrilobite. The featured track this week is “Cousins” by Beanpole from the album All My Kin, out August 31 on Chimera Music. These songs were recorded in the late 80s and early 90s as a collaboration between Claypool and Larry LaLonde from Primus and Derek Greenberg and Adam Gates of The Spent Poets. Some of the music on this album sounds less like a Primus album than it does Claypool's theme song from South Park. If there were some demented network full of shows for which Claypool exclusively wrote the theme songs, this would be the collected works. I think I would enjoy “Beanpole,” “Chicken Boy,” “Sponge Boy,” and “Monkey Boy” in an evening line-up.  Claypool is often the dominant voice in any project, but that's less true here. He is very present on All My Kin, but more in the spirit of the lyrics and the tone than anything else. There are no bass pyrotechnics in these songs. Claypool might not have even played bass on some of the tracks. During the sessions, people were encouraged to play instruments other than their main instrument and not to think too much about what they were doing. The result is predictably strange and spontaneous.  The story goes that when Claypool proposed releasing these recording on his Prawn Song imprint, not only did his distributor decline, they dropped the label. That seems short-sighted to say the least, but thankfully Sean Lennon knew better. He heard the tapes on tour with The Claypool Lennon Delirium, and decided to release the album on his Chimera Music label.

David Wellington, aka D. Nolan Clark, aka David Chandler is the author of over twenty novels of action, suspense, and drama. He got his start in 2003 with the online serialization of Monster Island. Over a period of five months he published a chapter of the story every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, writing each section moments before it appeared online and responding in real time to user comments. The resulting manuscript became his first published novel in 2005.   He went on to write two more books in the same universe: Monster Nation and Monster Planet. His other horror series include the Laura Caxton series of vampire novels: 13 Bullets, 99 Coffins, Vampire Zero, 23 Hours, and 32 Fangs; and a werewolf duology comprising Frostbite and Overwinter.   Taking a break from horror he wrote three fantasy novels under the pseudonym David Chandler: Den of Thieves, A Thief in the Night, and Honor Among Thieves. Under his own name he wrote the Jim Chapel trilogy of spy thrillers: Chimera, The Hydra Protocol, and The Cyclops Initiative.   He returned to horror in 2015 with Positive, his grand zombie opus. In 2016 he began to publish a science fiction trilogy, The Silence, under the name D. Nolan Clark. The first two books, Forsaken Skies and Forgotten Worlds, are available now wherever books are sold. A third and final volume to the trilogy, Forbidden Suns, will be released late 2017. He has also worked in comic books and video games and has published dozens of short stories in a wide range of anthologies.

"This show is... a beautiful disaster"... is pretty much the theme of much of our conversation about the eighth episode of season seven, "Lies, Amplifiers, Fucking Twitter." From Carrie's decision to walk out the front door; to the downfall of Dante, eerily paralleling both Brody and Quinn; to the wonderful idiocy of David Wellington, Chief Dunce. We cover it all!  (Alternate titles: "11 Carrie Mathisons Out of 13," "Things in Boxes," "Go Bang It Out," "He Puts the Dunn in Done!")   

Las obras citadas: "El vampiro" Polidori. "Vampirismo " Hoffman. "Berenice" Poe. "Carmilla" Le Fanu. "La familia de Vurdalak" A.K. Tolstoi. "Drácula" Bram Stoker. "Soy leyenda" Richard Matheson. "El misterio de Salem´s Lot" Stephen King. "Crónicas vampíricas" Anne Rice. "Sueño del Fevre" G.R.R. Martin. "Déjame entrar" J.A. Lindqvist. "La historiadora" E.Kostova. "Crepúsculo" S. Meyer. "13 balas" David Wellington. "Nocturna" G.Del Toro y Chuck Hogan. Quiero dar las gracias a mi vampiro,Susad El Empaquetador,por prestarme su voz. Me invitó a su castillo y aquí sigo,encantada ;)

Golden Globe nominated Linus Roache discusses money, growing up in a family of actors, the celebrity of his father William Roache, fulfillment, happiness, and more. Guest Biography Linus Roache is a British actor, probably best known for his roles as Michael Cutter on Law and Order and Thomas Wayne in Batman Begins. In 1975, Roache appeared in Coronation Street playing Peter Barlow, the son of his father's character Ken Barlow. Roache is also a past member of the Royal Shakespeare Company. Roache was born in Manchester, Lancashire, the son of Coronation Street actor William Roache and actress Anna Cropper. Roache was educated at Bishop Luffa School in Chichester, West Sussex and at the independent Rydal School in Colwyn Bay, North Wales. He studied acting at the Central School of Speech and Drama. Beginning in the 1990s, Roache began a career in film while remaining active in television and stage. In 1994, he received acclaim for his leading role in Antonia Bird's Priest. He is best known to US audiences as Dr. Thomas Wayne, father of Batman, in Batman Begins (2005) or as Executive Assistant District Attorney Michael Cutter in the American TV series Law & Order (2008–2010) and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (2011–2012). In June 2010, it was announced that he would return to play Laurence Cunningham, alongside his father William Roache, in Coronation Street. In July 2010, he was cast in the HBO pilot The Miraculous Year. In April 2011, Roache was cast as the lead in the ITV mini-series Titanic, airing March–April 2012 to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the ship. In February 2014, Roache debuted in season two of the popular TV series Vikings as England's King Ecbert. He is currently filming season 7 of Homeland, where he plays White House Chief of Staff, David Wellington. Show notes: http://www.inspiredmoney.fm/007 Links Homeland Coronation Street Linus Roache (IMDb) In this episode, you will learn: How to prepare for a performance. We non-actors can event benefit by these insights and routines because life is a grand performance! How you should not tie your self-worth to your work. We'll explore all sorts of things like wealth, fulfillment, and happiness. Linus is not just a great actor but after hitting many of his professional goals by age 30, he began to wonder if this is it? He took a break and explored the spiritual aspect of life that included meditating for at least 2 hours a day! So we'll explore this too. I think it's totally relevant because being healthy includes physical health, mental health, spiritual health, and financial health. Thanks for Listening! To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below. Share this show on Twitter or Facebook. To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes. Special thanks to Jim Kimo West for the music. Until next time!

David writes books. David also plays boardgames. David is bad at Boggle. David likes Shriekback. DAVID ALSO DECIDED TO RUIN THE SHOW AT THE END.  Don't listen this this episode. HE DOESN'T DESERVE IT.  I'm not even going to tweet this out.    Make sure you block this stuff and don't look at it. www.twitter.com/lasttrilobite    www.davidwellington.net  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Forsaken-Skies-Book-One-Silence/dp/0356507491/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1488493429&sr=8-1&keywords=forsaken+skies  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1283576192/shriekback-live  Like what you hear? Then please support us.YOUTUBE - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC03LRG64f05w0C3Bs3aZ4sAWebsite - www.werenotwizards.comFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/werenotwizardsTwitter.com - http://www.twitter.com/werenotwizards If you like what you have heard, please take some time to Rate, Subscribe and Review us on iTunes. https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/were-not-wizards/id1084198405 Get us on Stitcher - http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/were-not-wizards Get us through acast - http://www.acast.com/werenotwizardsCheck out our pictures -www.instagram.com/werenotwizards Music is owned entirely by We're Not Wizards and thanks to DouglasVBEmail us magic@werenotwizards.com Remember, we are many things but We're Not Wizards.

Good Morning Zompoc - Episode 16 - Special Guest and Zombie Apocalypse Survivor; David Wellington Author of the Monster Trilogy   Good Morning Zompoc is a Podcast recorded in post Zombie Apocalypse Britain. Marc & Bex are barricaded in the homes at different ends of Great Britain and are recording a Podcast to document their experiences throughout the Zombie Apocalypse.  This episode was recorded seventeen weeks since the start of start of the Zombie Apocalypse.  co host : Marc  co host: Bex  Special Guest: David Wellington, author of the Monster Trilogy 

In this episode, we recap episode 2 of Fear the Walking Dead, entitled "So Close, Yet So Far". We read listener feedback, and Scot discusses books by Jonathon Maberry, David Wellington, and Max Brooks. We also lament the passing of film great, Wes Craven. We're on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FearMePodcast. You can also email us at fearmepodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

Bookrageous Episode 82; Diversity in Books Intro Music; "Bad Karma" by Ida Maria What We're Reading Jenn [1:05] Victoire, Maryse Conde [2:30] Bright Lines, Tanwi Nandini Islam [3:40] Kalpa Imperial, Angelica Gorodischer Josh [5:00] Drinking in America, Susan Cheever (October 13 2015) [6:10] The Witches: Salem, 1962, Stacy Schiff (October 27 2015) [9:15] Out on the Wire, Jessica Abel Preeti [11:00] The Year We Fell Apart, Emily Martin (January 26 2016) [13:15] Loki: Agent of Asgard [15:35] Between the World and Me, Ta-Nehisi Coates --- Intermission; "Intermission" by Lee Fields and the Expressions --- Diversity in Books [23:50] We Need Diverse Books [24:10] We Need Diverse Romance, twitter.com/wocinromance and twitter.com/diverseromance [25:05] On a Red Station, Drifting, Aliette de Bodard [25:50] Lambda Literary Awards (LGBTQ) Stonewall Book Awards (LGBTQ) Schneider Family Book Awards for disability in lit [27:10] Challenger Deep, Neal Shusterman [27:50] Coretta Scott King Award (African American lit) Michael L. Printz Award Alex Awards (for adult books with YA appeal) [29:45] Words Without Borders PEN America Neustadt Prize for International Literature Lambda Literary [34:40] Straight White Male: The Lowest Difficulty Setting There Is, John Scalzi [37:05] Liar, Justine Larbalestier [38:05] The Kane Chronicles, Rick Riordan [39:30] ‘Bring It On': The Complete Oral History [41:15] Nalini Singh [42:48] Chimera, David Wellington [43:20] My Grandfather Would Have Shot Me, Jennifer Teege [44:45] Gemsigns, Stephanie Saulter [46:10] The Three-Body Problem, Cixin Liu [46:30] The Water That Falls on You from Nowhere, John Chu [47:20] Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda, Becky Albertalli [48:30] Radio Silence and Signal Boost, Alyssa Cole [50:30] The Kitchen Daughter, Jael McHenry [51:35] Captain Marvel and Ms. Marvel [51:50] Secret Wars: Romance [53:15] The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl [53:30] Batgirl, and its fixes for transphobic language [53:55] Gotham Academy [54:00] Fresh Romance [54:10] Jem and the Holograms, Kelly Thompson and Sophie Campbell 54:25 Lumberjanes (now canon!) 54:50 George, Alex Gino [55:30] Gracefully Grayson, Ami Polonsky [58:00] Write Bloody Publishing --- Outro; "Bad Karma" by Ida Maria --- Find Us! Bookrageous on Tumblr, Podbean, Twitter, Facebook, Spotify, and leave us voicemail at 347-855-7323. Find Us Online: Jenn, Josh, Preeti Get Bookrageous schwag at CafePress Note: Our show book links direct you to WORD, an independent bookstore. If you click through and buy the book, we will get a small affiliate payment. We won't be making any money off any book sales -- any payments go into hosting fees for the Bookrageous podcast, or other Bookrageous projects. We promise.

Last year the inaugural BookCon, was in NYC, but I was unable to make it because of holidays. So this year I grabbed a ticket and boy was it worth it! Join me and Debbie from the IGGPPC and her podcast You Haven't Seen?! as we discuss the con. Debbie went on Saturday and I went on Sunday so we swapped notes. My highlights besides the panel and all the free books, was finding out that the show Astronaut Wives Club is a book too! Can't wait for that show to come out! For links to the recordings please visit username HadasCR on Soundcloud. Jason Segel and Lev Grossman+ The Big Bad Theory: Tropes and Archetypes of Evil in Science Fiction and Fantasy with Charlie Jane Anders, David Wellington, Ilana Myer, Michael Buckley, and Scott Westerfeld. -- If you want Common Room, Marvel, Disney or more gear on Redbubble. CHECK IT OUT Subscribe via iTunes or your favorite podcast directory! Follow Common Room with Bloglovin If you enjoyed this episode, check out our most recent main episodes: Phantom Menace: Star Wars RewatchOnce Upon a Time Season 4 RecapMad Men Series Chat with Dave from Pop Culture Case StudyAvengers: Age of UltronWINE (and the SOMM documentary) Or more F3 (Food, Fitness, Fashion): F3: Episode 28: Larissa's PicksF3: Episode 27: #WorklifeF3: Episode 26: Fairy Tales/Into the WoodsF3: Episode 25: New Year's!F3: Episode 23: 2/3 Yemenite

Part 2 David Wellington will share his twenty-eight years of research of discovering  his roots from slavery to freedom and how this discovery has brought about a Sense of Healing, Love of Family, Education, Liberation, and Unity. David Wellington is working with the Prince George's Afro-American Historical and Genealogy Society to celebrate the emancipation of Maryland slaves scheduled for November 1, 2014. He has been a docent for the Mary Surratt House Museum for a year. He also spoke at the first celebration of the African American Civil War Museum in Washington, DC in 1998 and lectures about his USCT Civil War Great Grandfather Pvt. Frank Worthington. Frank Worthington was born a slave in 1842 on a plantation in Pitt County, North Carolina.  He was owned by Isaac Worthington.  Frank escaped from slavery and on December 13, 1864, he joined the United States Colored Troops of the Union Army in New Bern, North Carolina.  Private Worthington served honorably through the remainder of the War in Companies B & E of the 14th Regiment United States Heavy Artillery. 

Part I David Wellington will share his twenty-eight years of research of discovering  his roots from slavery to freedom and how this discovery has brought about a Sense of Healing, Love of Family, Education, Liberation, and Unity. David Wellington is working with the Prince George's Afro-American Historical and Genealogy Society to celebrate the emancipation of Maryland slaves scheduled for November 1, 2014. He has been a docent for the Mary Surratt House Museum for a year. He also spoke at the first celebration of the African American Civil War Museum in Washington, DC in 1998 and lectures about his USCT Civil War Great Grandfather Pvt. Frank Worthington. Frank Worthington was born a slave in 1842 on a plantation in Pitt County, North Carolina.  He was owned by Isaac Worthington.  Frank escaped from slavery and on December 13, 1864, he joined the United States Colored Troops of the Union Army in New Bern, North Carolina.  Private Worthington served honorably through the remainder of the War in Companies B & E of the 14th Regiment United States Heavy Artillery. 

Episode 10 of the Tao of Tech is all about inexpensive fathers day gifts for the geeky dad in your life. Media card readers External unit - Transcend TS-RDP8K for $12.99. It's a USB powered external card reader. Supports 19 card types. http://bit.ly/bRH2iX Internal unit - Koutech IO-RCM621, which goes for $19.99 http://bit.ly/b2gHtK it supports more card types than the external card reader. fits into a 3.5” drive bay and provides you an extra USB 2.0 port in front of your PC. Extra cables are great to have lying around, so go somewhere like www.monoprice.com and pick up a few different types/lengths. You can pick up SATA cables, HDMI cables, or USB cables for around the same price. Wire Management - Jumbo Adhesive-Backed Clips (3-Pack) $1.99 at Radio Shack! http://bit.ly/9J2lUD Great for wiring your PC case! USB Drives – an 8 GB Patriot for $22.99 http://bit.ly/ciN9TS then go over to www.portableapps.com and install Portable Apps to the USB drive, supercharging it! LED Flashlight $14.00 http://amzn.to/bJPbdS Denali 3 pack of LED Flash lights (run on 3 AAA batteries) Swiss Army Knife http://amzn.to/aWTWvR $33.00 Victorinox Swiss Army Soldier Knife. I've had the same Swiss Army knife for almost 20 years - every geeky dad should have one too. Swedish FireSteel http://bit.ly/dxafj8 $15.99 You will want a fire to keep you warm in the upcoming zombie apocalypse - trust me. While your at www.thinkgeek.com check out their t-shirts too, they have some great gaming/unix/windows graphic t's. BOOKS Deamon – Daniel Suarez http://amzn.to/cELI2s Zombie Island (and 2 other books) David Wellington http://amzn.to/9H8g4R Dead Hunt – Kenn Crawford http://bit.ly/dcQOJC Tao of Pooh – Benjamin Hoff http://amzn.to/cN4IHl DVD – The IT Crowd http://amzn.to/9ptsZz