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American fantasy author

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On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 192- Harry Dresden sets a boundary. (Turn Coat)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 68:43


Send us Fan MailHannah and Laura are covering the final third of Jim Butcher's Turn Coat and are trying to decide if certain events needed to have taken place. They also discuss Hannah's hatred for Christopher Nolan movies, some recent non-fiction reads they loved, and a documentary that goes off the rails.**This episode contains SPOILERS for Turn Coat by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 36 min 15 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of death, memory loss, sexism, racism, poverty, violence, sex, blood, vampires, magic, drugsMedia Mentions:Turn Coat by Jim Butcher I See You've Called in Dead by John Kenney Strong Female Character by Fern Brady Following---Kanopy Memento---PeacockA Little Devil in America by Hanif Abdurraqib  The True Love Experiment by Christina Lauren A Toxic Love Story---Netflix Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com YouTube: @owwrpodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 191- Harry Dresden is Dr. Smart Ass not Mr. Smart Ass. (Turn Coat)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 85:08


Send us Fan MailHannah and Laura are covering the middle portion of Turn Coat by Jim Butcher in today's episode, and friends, things get very zany! They also discuss some romance novels that didn't "hit" for them, a beautiful children's book, and Hannah's first foray into Alfred Hitchcock's works.*This episode contains SPOILERS for Turn Coat by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 36 min 11 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of violence, sex, guns, gore, blood, sexism, vampires, racism, sexism, immigration, climate change, incarceration, death, murderMedia Mentions:Turn Coat by Jim Butcher Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry Barbed Wire Between Us by Mia Wenjen Of Time and Turtles: Mending the World Shell, by Shattered Shell by Sy Montgomery There, There by Tommy OrangeSomething Wilder by Christina Lauren Dial M for Murder---Tubi Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com YouTube: @owwrpodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 190- Harry Dresden always gives people the benefit of the doubt. (Turn Coat)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 88:52


Send us Fan MailHannah and Laura are covering the first third of Turn Coat by Jim Butcher and are struggling to understand why Harry Dresden is helping out a certain terrible warden. They also chat about the impact of an incredibly popular book, Hannah's journey into The Righteous Gemstones, and a book that Laura is adding to her favorites list.**This episode contains SPOILERS for Turn Coat by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 47 min 21 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of racism, sexism, politics, climate change, death, violence, blood, gore, immigration, police, sex, drugs *Media Mentions:Turn Coat by Jim Butcher Holler: A Graphic Memoir of Rural Resistance by Denali Sai NalamalapuHeartstopper, Vol. 6 by Alice Oseman Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke The Righteous Gemstones---HBO Max Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com YouTube: @owwrpodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 189- Harry Dresden was beleaguered before it was cool. (Small Favor)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 98:06


Send us Fan MailHannah and Laura are wrapping up their discussion on Jim Butcher's Small Favor by discussing the characters and themes. Laura also shares some worries about an upcoming book to movie adaptation and Hannah returns to a fantasy world that she said she would never go back to.*This episode contains SPOILERS for Small Favor by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 51 min 38 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of sexual assault, chronic illness, mental illness, violence, blood, death, consent, vampires, werewolves, magic, sexMedia Mentions:Small Favor by Jim ButcherKlara and the Sun by Kazuo IshiguroClakson's Farm---Prime VideoCustodians of Wonder by Eliot SteinTwo Twisted Crowns by Rachel GilligTrust Me: The False Prophet---NetflixSupport the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com YouTube: @owwrpodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 188- Harry Dresden needs to contact HR. (Small Favor)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 90:08


Send us Fan MailHannah and Laura would like to be sponsored by Oreo. Nabisco, get in touch. They also chat about Taskmaster, Nic Cage, and a book that frustrated Hannah with its title. Then they cover the final third of Small Favor by Jim Butcher, a book that simply didn't have enough "Gruffs" in it.**This episode contains SPOILERS for Small Favor by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 49 min 05 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of menstrual cycles, women's health, violence, guns, crime, vampires, magic, gore, abuse, blood, death, self-harm, suicide, mental illness, sexMedia Mentions:Small Favor by Jim Butcher The Doctor Will See You Now: Recognizing and Treating Endometriosis by Dr. Tamer SeckinSpider-Noir---Prime Video Taskmaster---YouTube VenCo by Cherie Dimaline The Soulmate Equation by Christina Lauren Not Suitable for Work---Hulu Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com YouTube: @owwrpodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 187- Harry Dresden prefers to go by Harold. (Small Favor)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 65:25


Send us Fan MailHannah and Laura are in the middle of Jim Butcher's Small Favor and they are (spoiler) loving this book so far. They are admittedly struggling to remember all the different plots and characters in this series (SO many) but dig that Harry Dresden pays his taxes. They also chat about Christina Lauren books, a science fiction novel that challenged Hannah, and the movie The Other Guys.*This episode contains SPOILERS for Small Favor by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 33 min 17 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of mental illness, death, murder, violence, gang activity, guns, vampires, sex, body objectification, consentMedia Mentions:Small Favor by Jim Butcher The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren  The Summer Hikaru Died by Mokumokuren Flamecraft board gameA Gentle Rain board gameTaskmaster---YouTube Three Body Problem by Liu Cixin Mood Machine: The Rise of Spotify and the Cost of the Perfect Playlist by Liz Pelly The Honeymoon Crashers by Christina Lauren The Other Bennett Sister---BritBoxThe Other Guys---HBO Max Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com YouTube: @owwrpodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

Women PetPreneurs
Exploring The Dresden Files

Women PetPreneurs

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 28:07


Welcome to another lively installment of Women Petpreneurs Presents Book Club Presents Book Club! This week, co-hosts Sacheen Mobley, Mary Oquendo, and Denise Heroux dive deep into the world of Jim Butcher's Dresden Files series—a long-running favorite for both mystery and paranormal fans. Join us as Denise, new to this urban fantasy classic, shares her first impressions of Storm Front, while seasoned readers reminisce about their journeys through the ever-expanding saga. The conversation spans the challenges and delights of long book series, the nuances of character development (even when protagonists can be a bit insufferable), and the trials of adapting beloved stories to the screen. Whether you're a diehard Dresden fan or curious about starting your own reading adventure, this episode offers laughs, critiques, and plenty of bookish banter.

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 186- Harry Dresden watches Pirates of the Caribbean. (Small Favor)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 85:14


Send us Fan MailHannah and Laura are hilarious. No feedback necessary. They are also back to discussing Harry Dresden's antics. They cover the first third of Small Favor by Jim Butcher, discuss a book on endometriosis, and discuss their musical crushes. *This episode contains SPOILERS for Small Favor by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 31 min 2 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of violence, danger, gore, blood, sex, death, vampires, werewolves, chronic illness, mental illness, abusive relationships, povertyMedia Mentions:Small Favor by Jim Butcher Fiction Fans podcastThe Summer Hikaru Died by Ajani Oloye Mokumokuren My Happy Marriage---Netflix (to The Doctor Will See You Now by Tamer Seckin A Fatal Ingredient by Paul Austin Ardoin The River Has Roots by Amal El-Mohtar Seven Brides for Seven Brothers Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com YouTube: @owwrpodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

Fantasy for the Ages
30 Fantasy Masterpieces That NEVER Won a Major Award — Nominated, but No Cigar!

Fantasy for the Ages

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 33:21


Fantasy awards have given us some incredible winners over the years.But what about the books that didn't win?In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, we're counting down the 30 greatest fantasy novels ever nominated for major fantasy awards that never actually took home the trophy. These are the bridesmaids of fantasy literature—the books that earned Hugo, Nebula, World Fantasy, or British Fantasy Award nominations, captured the hearts of readers, sold millions of copies, and became genre classics… yet somehow never heard their name called on awards night.From epic fantasy giants and beloved dragon adventures to urban fantasy masterpieces and modern classics, this list is packed with books that many readers would argue deserved a win.Which fantasy masterpiece was the biggest awards snub of them all?Let's find out.

Fantasy for the Ages
Jim Butcher's "Out Law" Is Deceptively Important — Here's What I Found

Fantasy for the Ages

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 12:23


What happens when a fandom addicted to The Dresden Files finally gets another hit of content? Jim Butcher drops Out Law — the brand-new Dresden Files novella (Book 18.5) — and Dresden fans everywhere immediately descend like magical raccoons looking for scraps. But is this novella just a fun distraction while we wait for the next BIG novel… or is it secretly much more important than it first appears?In this spoiler-lite review, Jim dives into:⚡ Harry Dresden's continued character growth⚡ The emotional and thematic depth of Out Law⚡ The novella's connection to Changes⚡ Why Dresden novellas often become MORE important later⚡ And whether this shorter story truly delivers for longtime fansAlong the way, we discuss:

Better Buddies
Episode 339: Contribute to Society

Better Buddies

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 59:45


This week the Buddies discuss the ways we contribute to society, some recent tunes we've been jamming to, some books we're reading, why watching sports is enjoyable, and why couples should take separate vacations. Share with a friend! Contact us: Facebook Instagram Email Youtube Recommendations: FUNGUS by The Narcissist Cookbook (song), Ghost Stories by The Narcissist Cookbook (song), Summer Knight by Jim Butcher (book), BYOB by System of a Down (song), Chic 'n' Stu by System of a Down (song), Speedbag Bard (Youtube Channel)

The Story Craft Cafe Podcast
Bringing Your Series To The Point of 'All Is Lost' with Jim Butcher | SCC 265

The Story Craft Cafe Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 52:01


Jim Butcher, author of the Dresden Files, Codex Alera, and the Cinder Spires, joins us live on Story Craft Cafe to talk about the hardest moment in any series. The "All Is Lost" beat. The point where everything your protagonist has built comes apart, right before the climax. We're asking Jim how he lands this beat across a long-running series (one that started over 20 years ago and is still going). How does "All Is Lost" work in book 4 vs. book 14? When do you hold back, and when do you scorch the earth? And how do you keep raising the stakes without breaking the story you've built? Grab coffee. Bring your craft questions. This is a live recording of the Story Craft Cafe podcast. WHAT WE'LL COVER -What the "All Is Lost" moment is, and why you can't skip it -How to build to it in a single novel vs. across a full series -Jim's approach to plotting the Dresden Files across 17+ books -How to raise series stakes without breaking the story you've built -Writing from deep inside a long-running world GUEST BIO Jim Butcher is the author of the Dresden Files, the Codex Alera, and a new steampunk series, the Cinder Spires. His resume includes a laundry list of skills which were useful a couple of centuries ago, and he plays guitar quite badly. An avid gamer, he plays tabletop games in varying systems, a variety of video games on PC and console, and LARPs whenever he can make time for it. Jim currently resides mostly inside his own head, but his head can generally be found in the mountains outside Denver, Colorado. Jim goes by the moniker Longshot in a number of online locales. He came by this name in the early 1990's when he decided he would become a published author. Usually only 3 in 1000 who make such an attempt actually manage to become published; of those, only 1 in 10 make enough money to call it a living. The sale of a second series was the breakthrough that let him beat the long odds against attaining a career as a novelist. All the same, he refuses to change his nickname. ABOUT STORY CRAFT CAFE Story Craft Cafe is Dabble's podcast for writers who take their craft seriously and their vibes casually. We bring in working authors, editors, and industry pros to get into the stuff that makes stories work. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. ABOUT DABBLE WRITER Dabble is novel-writing software built by writers, for writers. Outline, draft, revise, and track your whole story in one place. Perfect for series writers juggling multiple books, timelines, and character arcs. Try it free for 14 days: https://www.dabblewriter.com/ FOLLOW ALONG Subscribe to this channel for more author interviews and live craft conversations.

Fantology
#399 Out Law by Jim Butcher + Future of Dresden Files

Fantology

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 29:03


Out Law is out soon! Tune in for our no spoiler review, plus a breakdown of what we know about the upcoming Dresden Files books.Next Up: Episode 400!Check us out on YouTube:https://youtube.com/c/FantologyPodcast Chat with us more and support in the links belowhttps://www.fantologybooks.comhttps://discordapp.com/invite/k5efNbGhttps://www.patreon.com/fantology_bookshttp://www.audibletrial.com/Fantologyhttps://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shopMusic Credit: Nathan Towns, see more at https://nathantownscomposer.com/

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network
Jim Butcher_ TWELVE MONTHS

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 27:02


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Jim Butcher_ TWELVE MONTHS

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 27:02


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Authors on the Air Global Radio Network
Jim Butcher_ TWELVE MONTHS

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 27:02


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Jim Butcher_ TWELVE MONTHS

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 27:02


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World Building for Masochists
Episode 173: Talking about Writing: A Crossover Episode with SFF ADDICTS (Adrian M. Gibson, M.J. Kuhn, & Greta Kelly)

World Building for Masochists

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 97:53


There comes a time in the life of every author when they have to do that truly terrifying thing: Talk about their book. In this special crossover episode with SFF Addicts, we talk about talking about writing! A lot of that involves the beast we all face these days: social media. Branding, marketing, algorithms, trends, parasocial relationships -- It's a lot. How much do you really need to do, and how can you set boundaries around your public and private selves? But there are also times and places an author may need to talk about their book beyond social media and marketing. Sometimes, you have to do it in (gasp!) real life! What techniques can we use to get more comfortable with public speaking? What's good etiquette for being on a panel at a convention or conference? How can you engage with readers one-on-one in a way that makes them see you as an interesting person, not just a book-shilling Gollum incapable of taking about anything except your precious? We share our experiences and offer our perspectives on navigating those situations! Our Guests: SFF Addicts is a weekly sci-fi, fantasy and writing craft podcast co-hosted by Adrian M. Gibson and fellow authors M.J. Kuhn and Greta Kelly, bringing you interviews and writing masterclasses with your favorite SFF authors. Past guests include: George R.R. Martin, Brandon Sanderson, Jim Butcher, Robin Hobb, James S.A. Corey, Scott Lynch, Christopher Paolini, Martha Wells, Joe Abercrombie, John Scalzi, Chuck Wendig, Fonda Lee, Mark Lawrence, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Nicholas Eames, Michael J. Sullivan, Andrea Stewart, Travis Baldree, Mary Robinette Kowal, Gareth L. Powell, Hugh Howey, Robert Jackson Bennett, Rebecca Roanhorse, Chelsea Abdullah, RJ Barker and many more. The full episode archive can be found here. You can also subscribe to the FanFiAddict YouTube channel, where all episodes are available in full video. Adrian M. Gibson is an award-winning Canadian SFF author, podcaster and illustrator (as well as occasional tattoo artist). He was born in Ontario, Canada, but grew up in British Columbia. He studied English Literature and has worked in music journalism, restaurants, tattoo studios, clothing stores and a bevy of odd jobs. In 2021, he created the SFF Addicts podcast, which he co-hosts with fellow authors M. J. Kuhn and Greta Kelly. The three host in-depth interviews with an array of science fiction and fantasy authors, as well as writing masterclasses. Adrian has a not-so-casual obsession with mushrooms, relishes in the vastness of nature and is a self-proclaimed “child of the mountains.” He enjoys cooking, music, video games, politics and science, as well as reading fiction and comic books. He lives in Quito, Ecuador with his wife and sons. His debut novel is MUSHROOM BLUES, which is available to purchase here. M.J. Kuhn is a fantasy writer by night and a mild-mannered marketer and business owner by day. She is the internationally bestselling author of Among Thieves  and Thick as Thieves, cohost of SFF Addicts podcast, and lives in the metro Detroit area with her very spoiled cats, Evie and Thorin Oakenshield. Greta Kelly is the author of the critically acclaimed adult fantasy novels THE FROZEN CROWN, THE SEVENTH QUEEN and THE QUEEN OF DAYS (Voyager) and the co-host of SFF ADDICTS Podcast. Her writing has also appeared in Nerdist, i09 and Writer's Digest.  She currently lives in the U.S. with her husband EJ, and daughters Lorelei and Nadia who are doing their level-best to take over the world.  You can follow her on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok @gretakkelly.

Poisoned Pen Podcast
Jim Butcher discusses Twelve Months

Poisoned Pen Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 59:35


Pat King in conversation with Jim Butcher

Fantasy for the Ages
This Is What Happens When a Hero Has to Heal: "Twelve Months" Review

Fantasy for the Ages

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 9:47


Harry Dresden has survived apocalypses.But surviving after one? That's another story entirely.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim reviews The Dresden Files Book 18, Twelve Months by Jim Butcher — a novel that trades nonstop spectacle for something far more powerful: grief, healing, responsibility, and growth.Set in the year following the devastating Battle of Chicago, Twelve Months follows Harry Dresden as he struggles to process trauma, loss, guilt, and the weight of everything he's survived. This is a quieter Dresden book in some ways — but also one that meaningfully advances the overarching story, deepens relationships, and delivers a strong, satisfying climax.In this spoiler-lite review, Jim discusses:• Why Twelve Months may be some of Jim Butcher's best writing• How realistically the book handles grief, loss, and recovery• The evolving (and complicated) relationship between Harry Dresden and Lara Raith• Major story progression for the series as a whole• Why Harry Dresden remains one of fantasy's great long-form protagonists• Who will love this book, and who might struggle with its pacing or approachIf you're a longtime Dresden fan, this is an essential discussion. And if you've been waiting to see whether Twelve Months was worth the long wait since Battle Ground — this review is for you.

Five(ish) Fangirls Podcast
Episode #519: Professional Wizard

Five(ish) Fangirls Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 155:17


In anticipation of the newest entry in The Dresden Files series (which will be out by the time this episode drops), we're diving headfirst into Jim Butcher's beloved urban fantasy world. From wizard-for-hire Harry Dresden and his ever-growing list of supernatural problems to the blend of noir detective vibes, magic, monsters, and heart, we discuss what makes this long-running book series such a fandom staple—and why now is the perfect time to jump in (or jump back in). Plus some fandom news, quite a bit of feedback, and a bit of a side-tangent so Rachel can give a quick review of her recent seeing of MJ The Musical. Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/FiveishFangirls #FiveishFam   TIME STAMPS 00:00:13 Intro 00:01:59 News 00:11:16 Feedback 00:45:52 The Dresden Files 02:29:48 Closing Thoughts 02:32:58 Outro Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.     

Fantasy for the Ages
Top Fantasy Recommendations Designed JUST FOR YOU!

Fantasy for the Ages

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026 10:01


Ever wonder why certain fantasy books instantly click for you… while others just don't?It might not be the book. It might be you.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, I'm matching fantasy book recommendations to common personality types, using the Myers-Briggs framework as a fun (and surprisingly accurate) way to think about reading taste.We all see the world a little differently—and that shapes the stories we're drawn to. Some readers crave structure and epic moral weight. Others want emotional depth, wild imagination, or nonstop momentum. Today, I take 10 of the most common personality types and pair each with two fantasy series that align beautifully with how those readers think, feel, and engage with story.Whether you're duty-driven, big-picture strategic, emotionally intuitive, or just here for the chaos and fun—there's a fantasy series here that fits you.

Grumpy Old Geeks
730: Ethical Broads

Grumpy Old Geeks

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 86:31


Ep 730: Ethical Broads PRIVATEWe kick off FOLLOW UP with California's AG sending a cease-and-desist to xAI over Grok generating creepy deepfakes of minors, while regulators finally notice Elon Musk's xAI datacenter illegally running methane turbines in Memphis. The FTC is also appealing its loss in the Meta monopoly case, because apparently breaking up Zuckerberg's data empire is still the hill they want to die on.IN THE NEWS, Washington joins the age-verification-for-porn parade, the UK considers an Australia-style social media ban for kids under 16, and governments everywhere continue demanding your ID before you're allowed to enjoy the internet. OpenAI rolls out age prediction for ChatGPT accounts ahead of a rumored adult mode—though hey, at least you can now group tabs in ChatGPT's Atlas browser. Anthropic rewrites Claude's “constitution” to make it more vibes-based, Nevada moves to block Polymarket because gambling is only legal when the house owns the house, and YouTube promises even more AI features in 2026. Elsewhere, a Swiss suicide pod gets an AI “mental fitness” upgrade, Microsoft's CEO begs AI developers to do something useful before the grid collapses, Musk hunts for a $134 billion payday from OpenAI and Microsoft, and makes yet more Davos predictions about robotaxis and aliens that are absolutely happening this year. On the bright side, A-list creatives push back on AI and Comic-Con bans AI art, buying humans a little more time.MEDIA CANDY finds us slogging through Wish, The Pitt, and the “Mel's Diner in Space” look of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. We confirm 20-year-old CGI wargs still look terrible, get cautiously excited for 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, and note that Fallout Season 2's weekly drops may not be working for a binge-rotted audience.In APPS & DOODADS, X launches Bluesky-style starter packs—presumably to help you find more Nazis—while ICE becomes one of the most-blocked accounts on Bluesky. Threads edges out X in daily mobile users, proving the “federated future” is just another Zuck app. And yes, we think we know what the Apple AI pin is—and definitely what it isn't.AT THE LIBRARY, we check out The Elements, Jet Tila's 101 Thai Dishes You Need to Cook Before You Die, Half Baked Harvest: Quick & Cozy, and Southern Living's A Southern Gentleman's Kitchen. Scott reports back from a Jim Butcher talk, where we learn Harry Dresden sounds suspiciously like Han Solo.We close with THE DARK SIDE WITH DAVE, who is juggling five podcasts while reading Going to the Top: The Story of Videopolis, plus teasers for Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord and a baffling Masters of the Universe trailer, a rant on what “remastered” even means anymore, a dishwasher follow-up, and the grim news that a lot of snow is coming.Sponsors:DeleteMe - Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to JoinDeleteMe.com/GOG and use promo code GOG at checkout.SquareSpace - go to squarespace.com/GRUMPY for a free trial. And when you're ready to launch, use code GRUMPY to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Private Internet Access - Go to GOG.Show/vpn and sign up today. For a limited time only, you can get OUR favorite VPN for as little as $2.03 a month.SetApp - With a single monthly subscription you get 240+ apps for your Mac. Go to SetApp and get started today!!!1Password - Get a great deal on the only password manager recommended by Grumpy Old Geeks! gog.show/1passwordShow notes at https://gog.show/730Watch on YouTube at https://youtu.be/LiwVkLKr8CoFOLLOW UPCalifornia AG sends cease and desist to xAI over Grok's explicit deepfakesElon Musk's xAI datacenter generating extra electricity illegally, regulator rulesZuck stuck on Trump's bad side: FTC appeals loss in Meta monopoly caseIN THE NEWSWashington is the latest state pursuing an age verification law for porn sitesThe UK is mulling an Australia-like social media ban for users under 16OpenAI is launching age prediction for ChatGPT accountsYou can now group tabs on OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas browserAnthropic Updates Claude's 'Constitution,' Just in Case Chatbot Has a ConsciousnessNevada files to block Polymarket from offering ‘unlicensed wagering' in the stateYouTube CEO promises more AI features in 2026Controversial Swiss Suicide Pod Gets an AI-Powered Mental Fitness UpgradeMicrosoft CEO urges AI developers 'to get to a point where we are using this to do something useful,' or 'lose even the social permission...to generate these tokens'Elon Musk is looking for a $134 billion payout from OpenAI and MicrosoftElon Musk Sure Made Lots of Predictions at DavosA-List creatives sign up to fight AI, say it enables 'theft at a grand scale'Comic-Con Bans AI Art After Artist PushbackMEDIA CANDYWishThe PittStar Trek: Starfleet Academy28 Years Later: The Bone Temple'Fallout' Season 2's Weekly Drops May Not Be WorkingAPPS & DOODADSX is also launching Bluesky-like starter packsICE becomes one of the most-blocked accounts on Bluesky after its verificationThreads edges out X in daily mobile users, new data showsI think I know what the Apple pin is, and definitely know what it isn'tApple Developing AirTag-Sized AI Pin With Dual CamerasNot to be outdone by OpenAI, Apple is reportedly developing an AI wearableSiri's iOS 27 upgrade sounds exactly right. Apple's AI pin sounds exactly wrongAT THE LIBRARYThe Elements by John Boyne101 Thai Dishes You Need to Cook Before You Die by Jet TilaHalf Baked Harvest Quick & Cozy: A Cookbook by Tieghan GerardPestleSouthern Living A Southern Gentleman's Kitchen: Adventures in Cooking, Eating, and Living in the New South by Matt MooreTHE DARK SIDE WITH DAVEDave BittnerThe CyberWireHacking HumansCaveatControl LoopOnly Malware in the BuildingGoing to the Top: The Story of Videopolis—Part OneStar Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord | Official Teaser Trailer | Streaming April 6 on Disney+Masters of The Universe – Official Teaser TrailerCLOSING SHOUT-OUTSClassic-Era Scorpions Bassist Francis Buchholz Dies at 71See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fantology
#386 Twelve Months by Jim Butcher

Fantology

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 39:59


Harry Dresden is back! But he's not in a good place. How did this somber entry in the series land for you?Next Up: Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt DinnimanCheck us out on YouTube:https://youtube.com/c/FantologyPodcastChat with us more and support in the links belowhttps://www.fantologybooks.comhttps://discordapp.com/invite/k5efNbGhttps://www.patreon.com/fantology_bookshttp://www.audibletrial.com/Fantologyhttps://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shopMusic Credit: Nathan Towns, see more at https://nathantownscomposer.com/

Turn the Page Podcast
Turn The Page – Episode 386B – Jim Butcher

Turn the Page Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 31:29


Stacey & Ralph chat with Jim Butcher, the powerhouse author of series like THE DRESDEN FILES, THE CODEX ALERA, and THE CINDER SPIRES. Jim talks about TWELVE MONTHS, the latest Harry Dresden adventure!

Book Bistro
First Reads Of 2026

Book Bistro

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 88:00


This week Shan, Robin, Stacy, Shannon, and Kristin are sharing their first few 2026 reads. Titles mentioned include:Audrey Faye, Indigo (For The Love Of Purple #1)George M. Johnson, Flamboyants: The Queer Harlem Renaissance I Wish I'd KnownDeidra Duncan, Until I DieSaundra Mitchell, This Side Of Gone (Vinnie Taylor #1)Jim Butcher, Storm Front (The Dresden Files #1)Lucky Hart, Make The Play (Kings Of Heart #2)Richard Osman, We Solve Murders (We Solve Murders #1)Finley Fenn, The Artist And The Orc (Orc Sworn #10)Jess Everlee, A Rulebook For Restless Rogues (Lucky Lovers Of London #2)Victoria Wilder, Bourbon & Lies (Bourbon Boys #1)Becky Chambers, A Psalm For The Wild-Built (Monk And Robot #1)John Sandford, Holy Ghost (Virgil Flowers #11)Rebecca Ross, Divine Rivals (Letters Of Enchantment #1)Amy K. Green, Haven't Killed In YearsKathleen E. Woodiwiss, The Flame And The Flower (Birmingham #1)You can always contact the Book Bistro team by searching @BookBistroPodcast on facebook, or visiting:https://www.facebook.com/BookBistroPodcast/You can also send an email to:TheBookBistroPodcast@gmail.comFor more information on the podcast and the team behind it, please visit:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/book-bistro

SFF Addicts
SFFA Throwback: Jim Butcher Interview

SFF Addicts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 55:45


In this throwback interview (Ep. 79 in 2023), join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson and M.J. Kuhn as they chat with bestselling author Jim Butcher about his novel The Olympian Affair, The Dresden Files and the Codex Alera series, teaching his son James J. Butcher everything he knows, a dream Dresden anime, Lois Bujold and The Vorkosigan Saga, writing cats and animal POVs, cherished mentors, paying it forward, blending genres, weightlifting and much more.ABOUT OUR GUEST:Jim Butcher is the bestselling author of The Dresden Files, the Codex Alera series, and the Cinder Spires series.Find Jim on ⁠Amazon⁠ and ⁠⁠his personal website⁠⁠.

The CCC Podcast
The CCC Podcast- November 17, 2025

The CCC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 46:04


Get your fantasy on folks! Josh sits down to chat with NY Times best-selling author Jim Butcher about the 25th anniversary of his beloved series, The Dresden Files.

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 164- Harry Dresden thinks he is a renegade who colors outside the lines. (White Night)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 78:55


Send us a textHannah and Laura are wrapping up The Year of the Dresden and trying to remember what happened in Jim Butcher's book, White Night. They also discuss the relevancy of a book Laura read for her book club, a TV show that hit too close to home for Hannah, and the amount of time Hannah has spent exploring on Silksong...so far.*This episode contains SPOILERS for White Night by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 36 min 55 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of social justice, racism, homophobia, violence, death, sexism, sexual assault, self-harm, gore, vampires, sex, religionMedia Mentions:White Night by Jim Butcher 1984 by George Orwell Farenheit 451 by Ray BradburyAnthem by Ayn RandTo Kill a Mockingbird by Harper LeeBrave New World by Aldous HuxleyParable of the Sower by Octavia ButlerBlack Mirror---NetflixAlien: Earth---Hulu The Bear---Hulu Friendship---HBO Max Murderland: Crime and Bloodlust in the Time of Serial Killers by Caroline Fraser Hollow Knight: Silksong video game Platonic---Apple TV Friends from College---NetlixWreck-It Ralph---Disney+Ralph Breaks the Internet---Disney+Charmed---HuluRevenge Arc by Cat VoleurWitch King by Martha WellsQueen Demon by Martha WellsA Mouthful of Dust by Nghi VoThe City in Glass by Nghi VoSupport the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

Mandy Connell
09-26-25 Interview - Dresden Files Author Jim Butcher

Mandy Connell

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 16:12 Transcription Available


DRESDEN FILES AUTHOR JIM BUTCHER TODAY AT 2:30 My son introduced me to the Dresden Files a few years ago and the series is a delight. It follows the adventures of wizard and private investigator Harry Dresden as he investigates all manner of supernatural disturbances in modern day Chicago. Yesterday while prepping for the interview I read this about how he got published and it's a fantastic tale in an of itself about perseverance winning out. He's got a new book coming out January 20th and you can pre order your copy here, and this gives you plenty of time to read the rest of the series first, amiright? The Dresden Files isn't his only series, he's also written the Codex Alera, and the Cinder Spires novels though I'm not familiar with either. I found out yesterday that Ben Allbright is a super fan of Jim's as well so he may pop in to fanboy all over him.

Mandy Connell
09-26-25 FULL SHOW - Black Culture, Rick Lewis, and Author Jim Butcher

Mandy Connell

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 98:38 Transcription Available


I've got Rick Lewis in to talk about a fundraiser his band is playing, Nick Ferguson and Steven Williams to talk black culture, and Dresden Files author Jim Dresden to talk about his new book.

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 163- Harry Dresden is out of control. (White Night)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 81:38


Send us a textHannah and Laura are finishing up Jim Butcher's White Night and they really would like Harry Dresden to wake them up from this psychic nightmare. They also chat about horror novels, a fun graphic novel, and a Netflix show that Hannah easily convinces Laura not to watch.*This episode contains SPOILERS for White Night by Jim Butcher. ***CW for the episode: discussions of murder, death, violence, sex, gore, vampires, self-harm, mental illness, sexismMedia Mentions: White Night by Jim Butcher Chainsaw Man by Tatsuki Fujimoto Kings of the Wyld by Nicholas EamesOne Punch Man by ONE Killer on the Road by Stephen Graham JonesThe Babysitter Lives by Stephen Graham JonesTaskmaster---YouTube Leanne---Netflix Good Hang podcastA Psalm for the Wild Built by Becky Chambers A Prayer for the Crown Shy by Becky ChambersHarrow the Ninth by Tamsyn MuirWelcome to St. Hell: My Trans Teen Misadventure by Lewis Hancox Down Among the Sticks and Bones by Seanan McGuire The Hunting Wives---Netflix Somebody Somewhere---HBOMax Undone---Prime VideoRevenge Arc by Cat VoleurSupport the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 162- Harry Dresden is not Yoda (White Night)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 91:34


Send us a textHannah and Laura are covering the middle third of Jim Butcher's book, White Night, and are questioning if Harry Dresden's "scared straight" methods are effective. They also chat about a fun sci-fi book series, Murderbot the TV show, re-reading books, and Taskmaster.*This episode contains SPOILERS for White Night by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 46 min 35 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of mental illness, suicide, self-harm, addiction, drugs, alcohol, sex, violence, vampires, gore, blood, transphobia, murder, death**Media Mentions:White Night by Jim Butcher The Chaotic Orbits series by Beth Revis The Agent Renault Adventures by Jonathan NevairFriends, Lovers, and the Big, Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry Friends---HBO MaxTaskmaster---YouTube Every Heart a Doorway by Seanan McGuire Harrow the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir A Psalm for the Wild Built by Becky ChambersWitch King by Martha WellsEvery Day by David LeviathanHollow Knight: Silksong the video game Murderbot---AppleTV Revenge Arc by Cat VoleurHaroun and the Study of Mischief by Lynn StrongSupport the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 161- Harry Dresden finally uses public transportation. (White Knight)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 76:14


Send us a textHannah and Laura are beginning White Knight by Jim Butcher...and they are actually enjoying the book so far? The jury's still out. Harry Dresden might be in love with his sister. They also chat about their recent trip to see a live podcast recording, board games they've been playing, and how great Nghi Vo's works are. *This episode contains SPOILERS for White Knight by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at 32 min 40 secs. **CW for the episode: discussions of suicide, death, sexual assault, depression, mental illness, violence, sex, vampires, blood, religion, self-harm, magic*Media Mentions:White Knight by Jim Butcher The Bechdel Cast podcast Star Wars---Disney+A Gentle Rain board game Canopy board gameFlamecraft board gameThe Gaming Library in Madison, WisconsinThe Paper---PeacockAbbott Elementary---HuluSt. Denis Medical---PeacockTaskmaster---YouTubeThe City in Glass by Nghi Vo The Singing Hills cycle by Nghi VoA Mouthful of Dust by Nghi VoThe Chosen and the Beautiful by Nghi VoSiren Queen by Nghi VoThe Night Circus by Erin MorgensternCascadia board game Hollow Knight: Silksong the videogame The Shades of Magic series by V.E. Schwab Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir Witch King by Martha WellsLegendborn by Tracy DeonnRevenge Arc by Cat VoleurSupport the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 160- The world revolves around Harry Dresden. (Proven Guilty)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 75:18


Send us a textHannah and Laura are finishing up their discussion of Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher. They chat about Harry Dresden's relationships, his eternal guilt, and his ability to give a rousing speech. They also discuss another urban fantasy book set in Chicago, Taskmaster, and board games they've played recently.*This episode contains SPOILERS for Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 40 min 15 secs. *Media Mentions:Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher Night of the Mannequins by Stephen Graham Jones Friends Talking Fantasy podcastJujutsu Kaisen by Gege Akutami When Among Crows by Veronica Roth Taskmaster---YouTube Star Trek Disney Villainous the board game Can't Get Enough by Kennedy Ryan The Departed---Netflix Splendor the board game Every Step She Takes by Alison CochrunSupport the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 159- Harry Dresden finds so many loopholes... (Proven Guilty)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 85:11


Send us a textHannah and Laura finish Proven Guilty in today's episode and, shockingly, Harry Dresden was not the guilty party. They also chat about a great horror novel, some manga that Laura read, a fascinating nonfiction book, and some terrifying/enlightening documentaries.*This episode contains SPOILERS for Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 44 min 31 secs. **CW for the episode: discussions of sexual assault, violence, blood, gore, murder, death, religion, Christianity, racism, sex, fat phobia, poverty, reality TV, child stars, eating disorders, manipulation*Media Mentions:Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham JonesDandadan, Vol. 1 by Yukinobu Tatsu One Punch Man, Vol. 1 by ONE Taskmaster---YouTube There's Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension by Hanif Abdurraqib Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer A Conjuring of Magic by V.E. Schwab Fit for TV: The Reality Behind The Biggest Loser---Netflix Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing---Netflix Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 158- Harry Dresden has to get into that Never Never (Proven Guilty)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 92:46


Send us a textHannah and Laura are in the middle of Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher and are struggling to figure out how everything connects and what is actually relevant. There may in fact be a lot of things that don't add much to this story. They also chat about a fun romance audiobook, a graphic novel that highlights natural disasters, and the zaniness of Tim Burton movies.*This episode contains SPOILERS for Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 47 min 15 secs. **CW for the episode: discussions of violence, racism, gore, magic, sex, blood, vampires, fires, floods, drug use, sexual abuseMedia Mentions:Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher Jujutsu Kaisen by Gege Akutami A Fire Story by Brian Fies Catalyst: A Rogue One Novel by James Luceno Taskmaster---YouTube The Night She Disappeared by Lisa JewellThe Undertaking of Hart and Mercy by Megan Bannen Big Fish---Hulu Shanghai Noon---Hulu Life in Pieces---Hulu Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 157- Harry Dresden describes how the brain works. (Proven Guilty)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 100:48


Send us a textHannah and Laura are covering the first third of Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher and they are really starting to question if Harry Dresden should be allowed near children. It seems unwise for Michael to let him babysit. Hannah also influenced Laura to watch season 19 of Taskmaster, so they both gush over the contestants, Laura has a new favorite rom-com, and Hannah talks about how surprising it can be to read dark/deep themes in YA books as an adult.**This episode contains SPOILERS for Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 53 min 55 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of violence, sexual abuse, mental illness, homophobia, sex, vampires, gore, blood, racism, zombies, ghosts*Media Mentions:Proven Guilty by Jim ButcherTaskmaster Season 19---YouTube A Nice Indian Boy---Hulu Captain America: Brave New World---Disney+ The Falcon and the Winter Soldier---Disney+The Incredible Hulk---Disney+A Man on the Inside---NetflixThursday Murder Club---NetflixAgatha All Along---Disney+Annihilation by Jeff Vandermeer Heavenly Tyrant by Xiran Jay Zhao The Ghosts of Gwendolyn Montgomery by Clarence A. Haynes Shetland---BBC Superman (2025) Smallville---HuluSupport the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and Neuroscience
How #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Jim Butcher Writes: Redux

The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and Neuroscience

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 36:36


#1 New York Times bestselling author, Jim Butcher, spoke with me about how he outlined a hit 20-novel series (years before he had an agent), why all steampunks wear goggles, and the second book in his Cinder Spires series, THE OLYMPIAN AFFAIR. Jim Butcher is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Dresden Files, the Codex Alera, and the Cinder Spires novels. The long-anticipated second novel in his Cinder Spires series is The Olympian Affair, described by the author as “League of Extraordinary Gentlemen meets Sherlock meets Hornblower,” in a series “... about noble families, magic-wielding warriors, and airship battles.” Library Journal called it “... an exciting epic fantasy, set in the sky and filled with airships, magic, and the connections of blood and found family." And New York Times bestselling author David Weber said of the book, “It's steampunk meets magic with a dose of sci-fi for seasoning.” [Discover ⁠The Writer Files Extra⁠: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at ⁠writerfiles.fm⁠] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please ⁠click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews⁠. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file, Jim Butcher and I discussed:  Why “breaking into print is an arduous and discouraging process” The Genre Fiction Novel class that changed his writing for good Keeping your writing time sacred When your fans become your boss How to write a “steam opera” His most important legacy as a writer And a lot more! Show Notes: ⁠jim-butcher.com⁠ ⁠The Olympian Affair (The Cinder Spires Book 2)⁠ by Jim Butcher (Amazon)  ⁠Jim Butcher Amazon Author Page⁠ ⁠Jim Butcher on Twitter⁠ ⁠Kelton Reid on Twitter⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 156- Harry Dresden dates himself. (Dead Beat)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 69:09


Send us a textHannah and Laura are wrapping up their discussion of Jim Butcher's Dead Beat by discussing the characters and themes. They question Harry's relationships, wonder about his mental health, and make guesses about what is next to come in the series. They also chat about a movie soundtrack Laura is loving, a Slavic folklore novella that Hannah recently read, and an actor whose presence in movies makes Hannah instantly fall asleep.**This episode contains SPOILERS for Dead Beat by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 32 min 5 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of death, mental illness, violence, sex, gore, blood, memory loss, vampiresMedia Mentions:Dead Beat by Jim Butcher Conan O'Brien Must Go---HBO Max KPop Demon Hunters---Netflix Jujutsu Kaisen by Gege Akutami The Empress of Salt and Fortune by Nghi Vo When Among Crows by Veronica Roth King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby The Umbrella Academy---Netflix Blank Check podcast O Brother, Where Art Thou? ---Netflix Blood Simple---AppleTV  The Fugitive---Prime Video Taskmaster: New Zealand---YouTube Rapport: Friendship, Solidarity, Communion, Empathy by Martha Wells Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 155- Harry Dresden talks to his favorite person...himself. (Dead Beat)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 83:01


Send us a textHannah and Laura are finishing up the final third of Dead Beat by Jim Butcher and Laura is immensely proud to have finally guessed a plot point correctly, while Hannah's not convinced that Harry should aim to live to 500. They also chat about television that hits too close to home, a newly released novella, and a television series that doesn't leave its viewers hanging.**This episode contains SPOILERS for Dead Beat by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 37 min 55 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of violence, murder, capitalism, colonialism, death, blood, gore, vampires, slavery, zombies, necromancy, dog attacksMedia Mentions:Dead Beat by Jim Butcher The Memory of the Ogisi by Moses Ose Utomi Squid Game---Netflix Sinners---HBO Max The Mystery Guest by Nita Prose The Tusks of Extinction by Ray Nayler The Fall Is All There Is by C.M. CaplanMammoths at the Gate by Nghi Vo The Brides of High Hill by Nghi Vo The Bear---Hulu Stranger Things---NetflixThe Umbrella Academy---Netflix Petition by Delilah Waan Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 154- Harry Dresden may not be reliable. (Dead Beat)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 92:16


Send us a textHannah and Laura are covering chapters 15 through 28 of Jim Butcher's Dead Beat and having a... [plot twist]...great time? This is a romp of a book that may or may not take place during the summer. Hannah and Laura also chat about a hilariously cringey TV show, a shark movie marathon, and some incredibly creative fantasy books they've been reading.**This episode contains SPOILERS for Dead Beat by Jim Butcher. Spoiler/plot section begins at: 50 min 45 secs. ****CW for the episode: discussions of sex, murder, death, gore, mental illness, zombies, blood, crime, shark attacks**Media Mentions: Dead Beat by Jim ButcherThe Fury of the Gods by John Gwynne The City We Became by N.K. Jemisin The Righteous Gemstones---HBO Max The Black Utopians by Aaron Robertson Iron Widow by Xiran Jay ZhaoTaskmaster---YouTube Jaws---Peacock Jaws 3D---PeacockJaws: The Revenge---PeacockDeep Blue Sea---AppleTV Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
Ep. 153- Two WILDLY delusional women. (Dead Beat)

On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 83:11


Send us a textHannah and Laura are gluttons for punishment. They are back in "The Year of the Dresden," covering the seventh book in Jim Butcher's series, Dead Beat, which may or may not be a great book. To be determined. Laura also continues to gush about The Bloodsworn Saga, and Hannah shares about a teen show that she's bingeing and the current season of Taskmaster.*This episode contains SPOILERS for Dead Beat by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 32 min 29 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of death, blood, gore, murder, weapons, racism, sexism, assaultBe sure to follow us online!On Wednesdays We Read Podcast – Welcome to OWWR PodBluesky: @owwrpodInstagram: @owwrpodMedia Mentions:Dead Beat by Jim Butcher The Fury of the Gods by John Gwynne Cascadia board game The Pitt---HBO Max E.R.---HuluFreshwater by Akwaeke EmeziSchool Spirits---Paramount+ That Thing You Do---HuluTaskmaster---YouTube Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

The Sword and Laser
#511 - Throw Me in the Corpse Hole

The Sword and Laser

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 47:21


We discuss the return of Jim Butcher's Dresden Files and Frank Herbert's posthumous SFWA Infinity Award, Audible's AI narration plans and Amazon's cancellation of The Wheel of Time—while nominating hamburg steak and vegan enchiladas and sharing listener stories from Matt Dinniman's event. We round out the show with in-depth discussions of The Lives of Tao and Mickey 7.

Boy Meets World Fever
Bug Wars, Absolute Wonder Woman, and Oblivion Remaster - Comics Pull-Ooza

Boy Meets World Fever

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 90:52


Grab your pocket fan and a glass of ice water as the boys are off to the Underworld this week as we venture to hell in 3 separate books and work to close shut the jaws of Oblivion.Best BooksBug Wars #3Absolute Wonder Woman #7Book BlurbsJustice League Unlimited #6, Green Lantern #22, The Mummy #2, Hornsby and Halo #6, Superman #25, New Champions #4, and X-Force #10B-SegmentThe Elder Scrolls IV: OblIVionUncle's One More ThingDeath Masks: Book 5 of the Dresden Files by Jim Butcher

Books with Betsy
Episode 47 - Political Intrigue with Trevor Dykes

Books with Betsy

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 55:34


On this episode, Trevor Dykes, a fantasy reader who has written his own fantasy saga, and I discuss how he fits in reading as a father of two young kiddos, what piques his interest in a fantasy, and how much of a commitment some of the long series are. We also get into the difference between the second in a trilogy versus the second in a series - there's a difference!   Get Trevor's Book, Titan's Garden Crimson Wolf here!  Support my Open Books fundraiser   Books mentioned in this episode:    What Betsy's reading:  Anita De Monte Laughs Last by Xochitl Gonzalez  The Three Lives of Cate Kay by Kate Fagan Hunchback by Saou Ichikawa   Books Highlighted by Trevor: Words of Radiance by Brandon Sanderson Hero of Ages by Brandon Sanderson  Thrawn (Star Wars) by Timothy Zahn The Boyfriend by Frieda McFadden  The Rage of Dragons by Evan Winter Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson  The Passengers by John Marrs Conversations with God: An Uncommon Dialogue by Neale Donald Walsch   All books available on my Bookshop.org episode page.   Other books mentioned in this episode: Red Rising by Pierce Brown  A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony SNicket  The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson  Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi  A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin  Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros  Jade City by Fonda Lee  Storm Front by Jim Butcher

The Storyteller’s Mission with Zena Dell Lowe
Masterclass in World Building: Red Rising and The Dresden Files Explored

The Storyteller’s Mission with Zena Dell Lowe

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 31:45 Transcription Available


World building isn't just background noise—it's essential to storytelling. Let's see how two masters, Pierce Brown and Jim Butcher, weave it into every scene. Today, we break down how Red Rising and The Dresden Files build immersive, unforgettable universes.Seven Deadly Plot Points FREE TRAINING VIDEO!The Storyteller's Mission Podcast is now on YouTube. You can watch your favorite podcast as well as listen. Subscribe to our channel and never miss a new episode or announcement.Support the Show on Paypal@Missionranchfilms!Send us a textSupport the show

The Witch Daily Show
September 23 2024 - I Love Books

The Witch Daily Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 23:00


September 23 2024   The Witch Daily Show (https://www.witchdailyshow.com) is talking I Love Books   Our sponsor today Is It's Coming Documentary (https://watch.eventive.org/itscoming/play/66db9f8c027ae8004737b5ca) and   (   Want to buy me a cup of coffee? Venmo: TonyaWitch - Last 4: 9226   Our quote of the day Is: "Magic comes from what is inside you. It is part of you. You can't weave together a spell that you don't believe in." ― Jim Butcher, "The Dresden Files"   Headlines: Answering Questions about Documentary ()   Deck: The Halloween Forever Oracle (https://www.amazon.com/Halloween-Forever-Oracle-Jasmine-Becket-Griffith/dp/0738780251)   Other Sources: (https://sipaspell.com/collections/dark-half-of-the-year) Thank you so much for joining me this morning, if you have any witch tips, questions, witch fails, or you know of news I missed, visit https://www.witchdailyshow.com or email me at thewitchdailypodcast@gmail.com If you want to support The Witch Daily Show please visit our patreon page https://www.patreon.com/witchdailyshow   Mailing Address (must be addressed as shown below) Tonya Brown 3436 Magazine St #460 New Orleans, LA 70115

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Professional Book Nerds
Beyond the Grave: Paranormal Picks for Crime Fans!

Professional Book Nerds

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 56:01


Inspired by his upcoming interview with the And That's Why We Drink podcast crew, Joe was joined by a few of his coworkers to share paranormal, crime and paranormal crime reads that you can dive into! Whether you like a cozy mystery, a crime novel, or a bit of horror, we have book recommendations for all! If you'd like to see Quinton's review of The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle audiobook, check it out here. Titles mentioned in this episode: Claire's Titles:   Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak  Shutter by Ramona Emerson  Sneaky Recommendation: Home Before Dark by Riley Sager  The Paranormal Ranger by Stanley Milford, Jr. Kelli's Titles:   The Changeling by Victor LaValle  The Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James (check out Joe's interview: https://www.professionalbooknerds.com/simone-st-james-author-of-the-book-of-cold-cases/) The Merciless by Danielle Vega  Sneaky recommendation: Full Immersion – Gemma Amor  Quinton's Titles:   Sneaky Recommendation: The Dresden Files by Jim Butcher; Hellblazer by John Constantine  White Trash Warlock by David R. Slayton  Ink and Sigil by Kevin Hearne  The 7 ½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton  Joe's Titles:  Sneaky Recommendations: Jackal by Erin E. Adams, Ring Shout by P. Djeli Clark  The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones  The Whisper Man by Alex North (but any of North's books really)  The Lingering by SJI Holliday  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can shop these titles in OverDrive Marketplace. Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can follow the Professional Book Nerds on Instagram and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pearlmania500
Storm Front | Mrs P's Book Club | Too Many Tabs

Pearlmania500

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2024 134:36


One of Alex's closest friend's, His Name Was Dusk, has been begging him to read the first book in the Dresden Files series, Storm Front by Jim Butcher. Well after hearing these requests, Mrs. Pearlmania stepped forward on shouldered the burden by reading the entire wizard detective mystery novel and forcing alex to listen to the entire plot. This book has it all, sex magic, demon toads, multiple concussions, EVERYTHING. So strap in for an OVER TWO HOUR book lcub that will change nothing about your life, but will at least entertain you for a while. SEE ALEX LIVE!!! TICKETS FOR THE SOUP FOR MY FAMILY TOUR HERETo become a Team leader: Join our patreon (not a cult): https://pearlmania500.netPlease take our membership survey! We want to hear your ideas and input! https://bit.ly/3xZtyYkThe Pearlmans have a NEW Post Office Box: P.O. Box 72151, Thorndale, PA 19372.Follow us on Instagram: @Pearlmania500 & @mrs.pearlmania500You can watch this episode on our Youtube Channel!!!Our theme song and all of the music for our show comes from our friend's project called "His Name Was Dusk." Check out his website for more info at: hisnamewasdusk.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.