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No matter the genre, no matter the plot, characters move, talk, and occasionally resort to fisticuffs when words don't work, or the writer gets bored. How do you incorporate action into your scenes? What about reader fatigue? How do you break up those action sequences to keep the reader from becoming numb? And how do you know when you've gone too far? Our links: Dead Robots' Society: https://deadrobotssociety.com Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/ DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon or Buy Me A Coffee supporter, and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at https://patreon.com/drspodcast and https://buymeacoffee.com/drspodcast #writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow
Paul, Terry, and V discuss the mixed blessing of contracts with deadlines and how to meet them. Our links: Dead Robots' Society: https://deadrobotssociety.com Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/ DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon or Buy Me A Coffee supporter, and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at https://patreon.com/drspodcast and https://buymeacoffee.com/drspodcast #writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow
I predict Trump's VP pick and share the latest EV boondoggles.
This Episode: "Cover Your Nose" Trend - Hiring New Collar Workers - Negative double digits in Chicago affects driving - The future of food shopping with A.I. - UPDATE: guy that attacked judge - Woman frozen alive in a garbage can
This Episode: "Cover Your Nose" Trend - Hiring New Collar Workers - Negative double digits in Chicago affects driving - The future of food shopping with A.I. - UPDATE: guy that attacked judge - Woman frozen alive in a garbage can --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deaconlivepodcast/message
In Baltimore, snitches get stitches and/or dead robots on their doorsteps. Robbe comes home to find a frightful surprise, Meg & Thomas review BS High, and we also go where the sidewalk ends. Plus, we talk about our favorite super trainers of 2023. SAVE THE DATE: Our New Balance x BITR NYC Marathon shake out run is on Saturday, November 4, starting and ending at LAVAN Midtown (641 W 42nd St). Starts at 10 a.m., givewaways include custom hats and sling bags to the first few hundred people. Don't forget to check out this week's sponsors! Kodiak Peak Oatmeal is legit awesome, we've been using it to refuel after our morning runs. Made with 100% whole grain oats and 20g of protein per packet. Save 20% of your Peak Oatmeal bundle by shopping here: https://kodiakcakes.com/BIR Lagoon Pillows is how we get our good sleep. Right now you can save $50 on a Performance Pack or $75 on the Peak Sleep Set. Shop here: https://lagoonsleep.com/believe
The implications of #chatgpt on the economy, particularly in knowledge economy—academic #research— is dumbfounding. I'm somewhat dumbfounded by this technology, and really cannot create coherent thoughts about where it is going to take the academic research career and the rest of the knowledge economy. i can seem that it will single-handedly change the #economy, but I don't know it won't feel being a positive or negative change. I'm actually somewhat nervous, for the first time, for employment in the knowledge economy. #Productivity is going to go through the roof, however, I think we will have to drastically change how academic research is governed in the rules of academic research. This is true of almost any part of the knowledge economy. We will soon see AI videos that are vastly more interesting than humans can possibly do. We will soon see AI being used for any human interface, including physicians, consultants, and anything that requires intelligence. AI I will replace humans. Are used to think that humans would go into the creative industries and do more interesting things that are human, but after observing chatgpt, I think it can do it better than even humans. I am truly, dumbfounded
Acabando ya la temporada nos enfrascamos en un nuevo programa sobre series. Esta época pre-veraniega está llena de nuevos títulos y también del regreso de series muy esperadas. Os hacemos una selección con aquellas que más nos han gustado, siempre apostando por la variedad de géneros y plataformas. Participamos en el programa... Raúl Martín, Maite, Dani Collado, Isra y Giacco. Este es el contenido del programa. -FaceNews: El Juego del Calamar en modo reality (00:06:31) -Obi Wan Kenobi (00:15:35) -The Boys T3 (00:37:32) -La Ciudad es Nuestra (00:50:39) -El idiota preferido de Dios (00:59:25) -Ms. Marvel (01:06:50) -Love, Dead + Robots (01:22:14) -Ghost in the Shell SAC_2045 (01:36:31) -Irma vep (01:45:49) -Stranger Things T4 (01:52:10) -The Orville (02:02:58) -Ranking of Kings (02:12:20) El punto y final musical lo pone el mítico Tremendo, con su clásico "Sé lo que buscas" Y acordaos que estamos en nuestra web www.hellofriki.com con más noticias y reseñas... y en nuestras redes sociales, además del canal de Telegram.
This week, Paul E Cooley of Shadow Publications joins the podcast for a chat about creatures and suspense and many other things. Check out Paul's work on the Dead Robots' Society Podcast as well. Thanks for listening!
This week Webby, Devin and Rob sit down and talk about Netflix's Army of the Dead, Webby wanders off like the Panda he is toward the end. Host: Webby- @JaxForestwalker Featuring: Devin- @DMP_Pookie and Rob Edquist!!!- @Confessor_x SU now has it's own twitter if you'd like to submit topic ideas, questions or advice- @simplyunprofes1 Music by Ross Malcolm Boyd Please give us a rating and review wherever you listen to us, and as always check out our Website (distractionsmedia.com) for links to other things we do!
Will we need the power of God to get through this movie. Thankfully we do. Join God, Damok and Cecil as they watch through Zack Snyders Army of the Dead. I would love to say they took a this episode very serious…. But they didn't. They drank…. And watched a movie…. It was bad. Come join and watch with us.
¡Ruso, Claudio y el gran Francisco Ortega comentan la actualidad pop al estilo de Somos Legión! Hoy un repaso a la televisión chilena de los últimos 40 años, desde el Jappening con Ja hasta Vértigo, revivimos el humor que ha marcado nuestra historia y los momentos que marcaron la TV. La reunión de Friends, el esperado capítulo donde Mónica, Rachel, Phoebe, Joey, Ross y Chandler se reencuentran. La pregunta acá es ¿vale la pena? Claudio comenta Cruella, el nuevo lanzamiento de Disney que explora la historia de la clásica villana de 101 Dálmatas. Mientras esperamos 'No Time To Die' hablamos de James Bond y las últimas entregas de Daniel Craig. Cerramos el día con Love, Death and Robots temporada 2, buena, pero no como la primera temporada. Este podcast corresponde al audio del webshow emitido el 31 de mayo de 2021.
Programa 88 de Cine en Serie emitido el 21 de marzo de 2019. Compensando la afonía de nuestro líder repasamos los estrenos de la semana: 'Bel Canto', la nueva de Jordan Peele 'Us', y la maravillosa 'Dolor y Gloria' de Almodóvar. Con muchas ganas de ver la serie 'What We Do In The Shadows' y comentando los visionados (o no) de 'The Village', 'Turn Up Charlie', 'Shrill', 'The Fix', 'The Act' y 'Love, Dead + Robots', una de las series del año! Noticias y curiosidades. Además de un especial dedicado a las escape rooms basados en películas, que hay unos cuantos, de la mano de Serie-B scapers. Si no sabéis que hacer el finde ya tenéis unas cuantas ideas...
Welcome back to Alive After Reading! This week, I talk with fellow writer and Dead Robots’s Society fan, Jonathan Zerrusen. We cover a lot of subjects about books and stories. Thanks for listening! You can email the show at podcast@mentalcellarpublications.com You can buy my books at Amazon.com Share and enjoy!
Today Paul Cooley and Terry Mixon turn the tables on me, as they interview me for a live episode of The Dead Robots' Society Podcast. We discuss my influences as a writer, why Neil Gaiman's faeries feel different from Jim Butcher's, writing stories with social commentary, and a bunch of other cool stuff. Enjoy! — ChrisContinue reading →
Justin Macumber, erstwhile scion of the great Dead Robots' Society, joins Paul and Terry to talk about his new book, future series, ongoing challenges, and laughter.
Cavan Scott Time to fire up the Literary Gold machine! We are delighted to have Cavan Scott - author, audio playwright, and storyteller extraordinaire - return to the big (and comfy) chair at the Roundtable to apply his splendid and insightful writerly mojo to a classic RTP brainstorming session! Our creageous (creative and courageous) Guest Writer for this episode is Peter O'Malley who brings with him a steampunk tale of alchemy, mechanical prodigies, thwarted romance, and the secret of immortality. Joined once again by co-host Terry Mixon (author of "Empire of Bones" and "Veil of Shadows" and co-host on the Dead Robots' Society podcast), we delve into Peter's story, exploring the gears and cogs of his story world, rooting through the intricacies of the characters, and emerge with armloads of Literary Gold. There's plenty to go around, so click that "PLAY" button and get some for yourself (and for even more writerly delights, you don't want to miss Cavan's Exceptional Showcase Epsiode!) PROMO: "Veil of Shadows" by Terry Mixon Workshop Episode 71 (Guest Host: Cavan Scott) [caution: mature language - listener discretion is advised] Share your comments to this (or any) episode over at the RTP Forum! Check out this and all our episodes on iTunes and on Stitcher Radio! Coming Up for Cavan... He's writing the Titan Comics Doctor Who Mini-Series featuring the Ninth Doctor (as portrayed by Christopher Eccelston) Cavan's also writing for Titan's Sherlock Holmes series with the first tale tentatively titled "The Case of the Patchwork Devil" He'll be making the scene at San Diego Comic Con!!! He'll also be at Bristol Con (the friendliest convention in the world) Definitely check out Cavan's Website and Cavan's Amazon Page! Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, and his fabulous Tumblr feed Terry Mixon's empire just keeps growing... Terry Mixon As every good emperor should, Terry keeps a splendid website Check out his recent releases "Empire of Bones" and "Veil of Shadows" Check him out with his co-hosts Justin Macumber, Paul Elard Cooley, and Scott Roche (all RTP veterans) at The Dead Robots' Society podcast Catch his infrequent Tweets through Twitter, and definitely stalk him on Facebook
Cavan Scott has written... well... just about every type of story there is to write. Audio plays for Dr. Who, Blake 7, Iris Wildthyme and more... fiction for Dr. Who, Skylanders, WarHammer 40K, and more... paranormal YA like "The Hunted", and non-fiction like sourcebooks for (not to be redundant, but) Dr. Who, Skylanders, Angry Birds, and yes... even more. His range of genre and format, story and character, is a rich nuanced storyteller's tapestry so you KNOW we're going to be laying out a feast of writerly goodness on this episode. Joining me in the co-host's chair is the sharp and savvy Terry Mixon - author of "Empire of Bones" and "Veil of Shadows" and co-host on the fabulous Dead Robots' Society podcast - and together we burn through 20(ish) minutes of writerly discourse with Cavan, exploring the reasons why he writes, the distinctions between narrative formats, the key to mastering a character's "voice" and more. This is classic RTP goodness fraught with fabulosity... hit that "PLAY" button, friends, and let's get into it! (and you do NOT want to miss Cavan's Workshop Episode). PROMO: "Empire of Bones" by Terry Mixon Showcase Episode: 20 Minutes with Cavan Scott [caution: mature language - listener discretion is advised] We have a NEW FORUM! Share your comments to this (or any) episode over at the RTP Forum! Check out this and all our episodes on iTunes and on Stitcher Radio! Cavan Scott in the wide, wide world... You can start by checking out Cavan's Website (which is constantly being updated with his latest projects and adventures) Follow that with a stroll through all the wonders at Cavan's Amazon Page! Curious about The Beano? So was I! :D Even then, it's tough to keep up with him, so lock on to his signal through Facebook, the Twitters, and his fabulous Tumblr feed Terry Mixon's empire just keeps growing... Terry Mixon As every good emperor should, Terry keeps a splendid website Check out his recent releases "Empire of Bones" and "Veil of Shadows" Check him out with his co-hosts Justin Macumber, Paul Elard Cooley, and Scott Roche (all RTP veterans) at The Dead Robots' Society podcast Catch his infrequent Tweets through Twitter, and definitely stalk him on Facebook
Join the Robots as they talk with Justin R. Macumber about the April 22, 2014 release of his new horror novel Still Water. Also, we just found out we had a Wikipedia page. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dead_Robots%27_Society
Alethea Kontis - author of the award-winning "Enchanted", "The Wonderland Alphabet", The "Alpha-Oops" series, and so much more - returns to the Big Chair to help workshop a rich luxurious story idea offered up by podcaster, voice actor, authoress (and so much more), Lauren "Scribe" Harris. With Justin Macumber as guest co-host (founder and co-host of the Dead Robots's Society podcast, and co-host on the Hollywood Outsiders podcast), we dive in to a delightful frothy discussion, inspirations bouncing around like pixies on egg nog, taking Lauren's already fabulous idea and festooning it liberally in Literary Gold.
Alethea Kontis - author of "Enchanted" (recently listed on Kirkus Reviews among the "Best Teen Books of 2012"), the award-winning "Alpha-Oops" series, and so much more - is a passionate and informed storyteller. Her diverse background includes, among other things, a love and respect for the theater and of the rich heritage of folklore and fairy tales, both of which informs her work and infuses it with authenticity and magic. Justin Macumber (co-host and founder of the Dead Robots' Society podcast) joins me in a rousing 20(ish) minutes as Alethea waxes rhapsodic on the allure of fairy tales, who she writes for, her revision and editing process, and much more. The Fairy Queen is in the house people... woot!
This week Paul, Terry, and Justin discuss George R. R. Martin's "A Game Of Thrones" novel, not just as readers, but also as writers. What did we think Martin did well, what did we not care for, and will we be returning to Westeros? Listen and find out.
This week the Dead Robots sit down and talk with Gabrielle Harbowy and Ed Greenwood about the new Dragon Moon Press anthology they edited entitled "When The Hero Comes Home." They discuss the origin of the anthology and what editing it was like. Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots settle in and discuss the topic of one-off stories versus series writing. Does every story need more than one book to tell it? How do you setup follow-ups? What should you avoid? Join us and tell us what you think. Enjoy.
This week the Dead Robots sit down and talk with returning champion David Williams, whose new novel, "The Machinery Of Light," is coming out soon. It is the final story in the "Autumn Rain" trilogy, and we're delighted to have him back on the show. Enjoy.
This week Ryan, Terry, and Justin discuss the topic of characterization in the midst of an ensemble. How does it change things, what should you keep in mind, and what landmines lurk out there? Sit in with the Dead Robots and enjoy.
This week the Dead Robots sit down together to discuss plots - how do we develop them, what sorts do we enjoy, and how can we improve? We hope you enjoy.
It's a new year, the Dead Robots are back, and this week we discuss the topic of homage, imitation, and out-right theft. When can you, and should you, hew too close to the bone? Join us and find out. Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots sit down and talk with J.C. Hutchins, author of "7th Son: Descent" and "Personal Effects: Dark Art." He works harder than almost anyone we know, and the man is a joy to talk to. We also finally do our review of "Vacation." Enjoy!
This Halloween week the Dead Robots sit down and chat with the FD0 himself, Scott Sigler. The man is a writing machine, and you get to benefit from all his wit and wisdom, plus get all sorts of juice info on his upcoming release - "Ancestor". Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots sit down with author and musician James Durham. His podcast "FETIDUS" is a fine example of great writing, acting, sound production, and music, so settle in and listen as he tells us how he does it. Enjoy.
Every story has to start somewhere, and as a writer, laying down that first stone on the road to the end is always a tough one. Join the Dead Robots as they discuss the topic of opening lines, see what they like and don’t like, and hear some of their own.
This week the Dead Robots discuss how to handle a slump. Sometimes you should wait it out, and sometimes sweat it out, but either way, you have to deal with it. Listen in and see if you agree. They also finally catch up on the feedback!
This week the Dead Robots, joined by special minion J Dan Sawyer, discuss the ins and outs of characters. What makes for a good character, how do you give them a voice, and when can stereotypes work for you? Sit with us and enjoy.
This week the Dead Robots (sans PG) finally catch up on all the feedback that has been piling up. We love getting it, and we try to respond to it as soon as we get it, but sometimes we can't. This is the week we make up for it. Send us more!
This week the Dead Robots try and get caught up by talking about their recent creative endeavors along with reviewing the book "On Basilisk Station" by David Weber. We hope you enjoy.
This week the Dead Robots sit down to talk with Keith R.A. DeCandidio, a man who's written in franchises such as Star Trek, Farscape, Supernatural, and StarCraft. Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots, and by that we mean just Justin, sits down to interview bestselling author Kevin J Anderson. His time was limited, but we tried to get in as much good info as we could. Enjoy.
This week the Dead Robots are joined by A Lee Martinez, who had the pleasure and honor of being our very first interview way back in episode 8. We talk about his latest work, what he's learned, and why sequels are evil. Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots sit down and talk with "Jack Wakes Up" author and podcasting luminary Seth Harwood to talk about his writing, his podcasts, and how he sees the publishing industry. We also have our discussion of The Strain. Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots hunker down in the studio to talk about some feedback that has been building up. We talk about books on writing, listeners helping listeners, and what folks have to say on iTunes. Enjoy! And send more feedback!
Robert Heinlein, a grandmaster of science fiction, once wrote five rules of writing. Some make universal sense, while others stir up controversy. Join the Dead Robots as they discuss these five rules and what they mean to them.
This week the Dead Robots get their show podjacked by Tee Morris and Philippa Ballantine, and together they discuss the show's past, present, and future. It's a saucy chat, and a lengthy one, so we hope you enjoy it. Thanks for being with us!
Every story needs a hero, and your hero can only be as good as the antagonist that they are pitted against. Join the Dead Robots as they discuss what makes for a good bad guy (or gal), both in their own writing, and in the culture at large. Enjoy.
Hello, everyone! In this amazing episode the Dead Robots get a chance to sit down and speak with Patrick Rothfuss, author of the NY Times bestselling fantasy novel “The Name Of The Wind.â€
This week the Dead Robots sit down with Matt Wallace, Earl Newton, and Patrick McLean to talk about the art of screenwriting. Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots discuss the topic of brainstorming a story. You can do it on your own, or you can do it with a friend (insert your own innuendo here), but either way you have to start thinking about your story somewhere. Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots settle in for a roundtable discussion, something we haven't done for a good long while. It felt good. And, as an added bonus, we have Nathan Lowell join us as we talk about plotting a story. So, settle in and enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots add extra chairs to the table to fit all the guests, and then lower the lights, all the better to discuss writing erotica. We have Nick Scipio, Helen Madden, Nobilis, and Philippa Ballantine. Be warned - it's racy! Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots settle in with podcaster Kimi Alexandre to chat with her about her upcoming podcast story "Guardians". And then, just when you think we're done, we get into a little revision feedback. Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots sit down to talk with author and podcaster Jeremy Robinson about his work, what he thinks of the current publishing industry, and what self-publishing has done for him. Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots sit down and talk with J. Daniel Sawyer about writing and podcasting, with a brief foray into the BGS finale for good tangential measure. Enjoy.
This week the Dead Robots discuss the topic of third-person points of view as opposed to first-person. What does each POV bring to the table, what works best when, and why should you choose one over the other? Join us and find out. Enjoy.
This week the Dead Robots are joined by special guest James Batchelor, and together they talk about the topic of story telling in the interactive medium of video games. How does it tell a story, is it better, and what can we learn from it? Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots discuss the topic of writing environments. Do they need a particular place, the right music, some candles, perhaps red curtains and dancing girls? Listen in as they talk about what works for them to see what might work for you.
In this week’s exciting episode the Dead Robots sit down and have a chat with a new sci-fi writer on the scene. His name is David Williams, and he is the author of “The Mirrored Heavensâ€.
Hello everyone, and welcome to this week’s episode where the Dead Robots discuss the topics of short fiction and long fiction. What do they have in common, how do they differ, and what lessons carry between the two. Settle in and enjoy.
This week the Dead Robots talk discuss the most important, and the hardest, part of any story – the middle. It’s where most of your drama and tension develops, where your characters are made and broken, but it’s also where most writers give up. Enjoy!
In this episode the Dead Robots talk with friend of the show and author of “Murder At Avedon Hill†PG Holyfield about the genre of fantasy.
In this seductive episode the Dead Robots (including special guest host Wine from the forums) delve into the territory of love and sex. Love is a part of every human story, as is sex, so why shouldn’t that be in your writing? Enjoy.
This week the Dead Robots are delighted to sit down and talk with Tobias Buckell, a young and talented writer who has worked in both his own universes, and now in the world of Halo. So please, sit down, relax, and enjoy.
This week the Dead Robots have a chat with Rhianna Pratchett, a writer in the video games industry. She’s worked on games such as Heavenly Sword and Overlord. So sit with us and listen as she talks about what it’s like to write for an interactive medium.
Every story starts somewhere, and this week the Dead Robots discuss what they think of beginnings. What is the best way to start your story, what are bad ways to start it, and how can you best hook the reader? Come along and enjoy the conversation!
In this week’s episode the Dead Robots talk about dialog, how to create distinctive voices for characters, and how to avoid the cliches of “he said†and “she said,†topics every writer needs to think about. Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots sit down and talk with Llody Ritchey, author of the techno-thriller novel entitled “Stormdragon,†published by Arctic Wolf Publishing. Justin loved the book, and the interview they have with the author is a lot of fun. Enjoy!
This week the Dead Robots’ discuss the important topic of settings and locations. Are they just a place to have the action take place in, or can they be more? What senses best evoke the setting, and how can that setting best serve your story? Join us!
In this week’s exciting episode, Terry guides the Dead Robots down the dark and dangerous road that is the Mystery genre. So, pull your trench coats closed, tilt your fedoras, and make sure your guns are loaded. Enjoy!
This week’s episode is where we celebrate one year of Dead Robots’. In this episode we have every co-host that the show has every had save for Graham (damn Skype!), and it is just a free-for-all. I hope everyone enjoys it!
This week the Dead Robots sit down and talk with Paul Glenn, who works for the internet zine “Ray Gun Revival.†The zine focuses on Space Opera, so join us as we discuss just what that is, and why you should submit a story to them.
This week the guys talk about – and how could it be more fitting since it's Halloween – the horror genre. Listen in as they discuss scares, chills, and how much blood is too much. So settle in, eat some brains, and enjoy.
Our stories are our babies, so join the Dead Robots as they discuss them and how you should protect them in this wondrous age of electronic living. We get into posting your stories on blogs, forums, and as podiocasts. Is it is a good idea, and how scared should you be?
This week the Dead Robots discuss the topic of tone. Tone hits to the emotional center of the story, and it can change how a reader feels about the story.