In this episode I talk to the author of the Fall of Emros fantasy series, ex punk-metal singer, foundry worker and all round cool guy, Thomas J. Devens. We talk about his interest in fantasy, his writing process and his very casual approach to dishing out death of characters in his novels. Certainly some unexpected twists in this conversation. You …

In this episode I am joined by journalist and author John Houlihan. John has been a long time games journalist, he is also the author of the Mon Dieu Cthulhu! book series and a game designer of the Achtung Cthulhu! role playing game. We discuss the evolution of the computer games industry and then delve into our love of H. P. Lovecraft's work and J…

In this episode, I am joined by German born Australia based author Dirk Strasser. We talk about his career in writing and editing sci-fi & fantasy magazines, his latest novel Conquist and the differences between novel writing and screen play writing. You can find out more about Dirk and his work over at www.dirkstrasser.com…

In this episode I am joined by friend and fellow podcaster, community manager and all round nice guy Steve from the PageChewing.com forums. I ask Steve about his experience creating a fabulous online community for fellow book lovers and the trials and tribulations of creating online content, why we do it, what is the point of it all and the impact …

In this episode I talk to author and Disney Star Wars animator Nathan R. Allen. First, Nathan very kindly answers my questions about working for Disney and the present day status of Disney Star Wars before diving into his first novel The Heretic, his writing process and the drive to write it. You can find out my review of his novel over at my Youtu…

In this episode I am joined by Canadian comic book artist Sam Beck. We talk about her journey into comics, influences and even touch on the ever controversial topic of the place of AI on the creative arts. You can find out more about Sam and her work over at www.sambeck.caJose Salinas による

In this episode I am joined by podcast friends author Holly Tinsley and comics writer Joseph Oliveira to learn about crowdfunding. I learn the do's and dont's of crowdfunding, the pros and cons, what makes a successful campaign and what happens when a campaign fails. You can find out more about Holly's work over at: https://www.hltinsley.co.uk You …

In this episode, I am joined by slipstream author Susana Imaginário to discuss the seminal graphic novel The Incal, by Alejandro Jodorowsky and Jean Giraud aka Moebius. Listener beware, spoilers ahead!Jose Salinas による

In this episode I talk with professor and doctor Erik Goodwyn, MD about his fantasy novel King of the Forgotten Darkness. We explore what took him away from academia into fantasy and the influences of his daily practise as a psychiatrist and the role of dreams in fantasy literature. You can find out more about Dr Goodwyn and his work over at his Yo…

In this episode I talk to Livia J. Elliot, author of the interactive fiction collection Unearthed Stories and host of the Books Undone Podcast. You can find out more about Livia and her work over at www.liviajelliot.comJose Salinas による

In this episode I am joined by the ever delightful Derri Hibbert to discuss all things Discworld and explore why we both love it so much. You can find out more about Derr over at her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@derrisreaditbeforeJose Salinas による

In this episode, I am delighted to talk to Dugeons and Dragons historian Ben Riggs about his book, Slaying the Dragon and the rise and fall of TSR, the company that birthed the seminal role playing game Dungeons and Dragons. You can find out more about Ben and his work over at: www.writerbenriggs.com…

In this episode I had the absolute pleasure of talking to Christopher Ruocchio himself about his journey into writing and publishing the very popular Sun Eater series. I was also exceptionally fortunate to have the wonderful Susana Imaginário as a co-host and save the day when I was struck with technical issues. You can find out more about Mr Ruocc…

In this episode, I am joined by two great friends, Ian from BNB Books and author Susana Imaginario to discuss Ashes of Man, book 5 in the Sun Eater series by American author Christopher Ruocchio. You can find out more about Ian over at: https://www.youtube.com/@bnbbooks1794 You can find out more about Susana and her works: www.susanaimaginario.com…

In this episode, I have the privilege of talking with two time World Fantasy Award winner Tim Powers. In this conversation, Mr Powers shares his personal relationship with sci-fi legend Philip K. Dick, his career as an author, I get him to rank his novels and even offer him an idea for his next book!…

In this episode, I have the pleasure of being joined by two great friends of the podcast, Ian and Susana, to discuss and spoil all we can out of Kingdoms of Death, book 4 in the Sun Eater series by American author Christopher Ruocchio.Jose Salinas による

In this episode, I sit down with author Jared Michaud to talk about Artificial Intelligence and the impact it could have/is having on the creative arts. You can find out more about Jared and his work over at his website: https://jarednmichaud.comJose Salinas による

In this episode, Ian and I continue our journey through the Sollan Empire and discuss the relative merits and demerits of Demon in White, book 3 in the Sun Eater series by Christopher Ruocchio.Jose Salinas による

In this episode, I have the privilege of talking to legendary games designer Sandy Petersen. Mr Petersen is the creator of the classic Call of Cthulhu RPG, and designer of such classic computer games as DOOM and Age of Empires II. In this conversation we talk about his journey into games design, his love for H. P. Lovecraft and future projects. You…

In this episode I am joined by Chris Mohan, host of the Chris Mohan Youtube movie channel to discuss the current state of Hollywood movies. You can find out more about Chris and his take on movies and recommendations over at this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chrismohanJose Salinas による

In this episode, I am joined by Joey Oliveira, chief editor at Afterlight Comics, an award winning independent horror comics publisher who just got a distribution deal with Diamond Comics Distributor. A great success story of having a vision and chasing your dreams through hard work, determination, and learning along the way. You can find out more …

In this episode I am joined with long term partner in crime Ian from BNB Books to discuss The Howling Dark, book 2 in the Sun Eater series by Christopher Ruocchio. Warning: Wheel of Time flashbacks mentioned...Jose Salinas による

In this episode, Derri is back to discuss the final three installments in the Realm of the Elderlings series by american author Robin Hobb. We discuss the finale of this long series and ponder the merits and demerits of the series as a whole.Jose Salinas による

In this episode I hold a wonderful conversation with the fantastic David J. Butler, chief editor at Baen Books, to learn about the role of the editor in the writing and publishing process. David soon became a good friend of the podcast and went on to facilitate some of the future conversations in the podcast.…

In this episode I meet and talk for the first time with the truly insightful Susana Imaginario, author of The Timelessness series and soon to be become a great friend of the podcast. You can find out more about Susana and her work over at her Youtube channel: Den of the Wyrd.Jose Salinas による

Welcome back! In this episode, Ian and I talk about our first foray into the Sollan Empire by Christopher Ruocchio. In this episode, we discuss the Empire of Silence, the first book in the Sun Eater series. Little did we know what the future had in store for us...Jose Salinas による

In this episode, the one and only Derri Herbert is back to discuss and spoil the heck out of the wonderful Rain Wild Chronicles by Robin Hobb. In this one, I am glad to discover I am not the only one who thinks that this tetralogy is the hidden gem within the Realm of the Elderlings.Jose Salinas による

In this episode, I am joined by indie author Robert Bone to talk about his first book, The Condemned, book 1 in his Ages of Eshéa series. You can find out more about Robert and his work at www.robertboneauthor.comJose Salinas による

In this episode, the queen of the Elderlings herself, Derri Herbert, is back to discuss the third installment in the Realm of the Elderlings fantasy series by Robin Hobb. As usual, I present to Derri why I think some parts of the series do not work that well and Derri tells me why I am wrong!Jose Salinas による

In one massive scoop for the podcast, I have the pleasure of firing questions at Joshua Bilmes, chairman of the Jabberwocky Literary Agency, and agent to some of the biggest names in Fantasy, like Brandon Sanderson, Charlaine Harris and many more. In this episode, Mr Bilmes talks about his career, what the role of an agent is and the best way for a…

After our successful yet unenjoyable journey through the Wheel of Time series, I am joined by Ian from the BNB Books Youtube channel for a live conversation to discuss which fantasy series to embark on next. Turns out, we settled on one we had not even considered that took the channel and the podcast to unexpected heights...…

In this episode, the wonderful Derri from Derri's Read It Before youtube channel joins me to discuss this wonderful trilogy by American author Robin Hobb.Jose Salinas による

In this episode, Ian and I go through our experience of reading the full Wheel of Time series, only to find out that we were pretty much on the same page...Jose Salinas による

In this episode, I hold a really interesting conversation with independent author, SPFBO finalist and grimdark emperess Holly Tinsley. Holly tells me about how she has managed to make a living out of being a writer in spite of not having a traditional publishing deal. You can find out more about Holly's work over at her website: www.hltinsley.co.uk…

In this episode, I was joined by Jolien from https://www.youtube.com/@JolienReads and the amazing Derri from https://www.youtube.com/@derrisreaditbefore to unpick and discuss The Farseer Trilogy, the first trilogy in the Realm of the Elderlings saga by Robin Hobb.Jose Salinas による

A couple of years ago, shortly after starting my Youtube channel, I made a connection with someone across the Atlantic. Joined by our love for fantasy and curiosity about one of the biggest series of all time, we embarked on a journey of discover together of The Wheel of Time. Suffice to say that, what we discovered we did not expect...…

A live and organic discussion with traditionally published author Tim Akers, author of The Burn Cycle and The Hallowed War series, about the current state of the fantasy genre. You can find more about Tim over at: www.timakers.netJose Salinas による

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Here's a podcast episode that should get you moving! From the DTR catalog, we present selections from March On! -- an organ recital of symphonic marches arranged for the organ. Michael Stairs performs on the Longwood Gardens Organ.The disc -- and our podcast -- features famous marches, as well as some that aren't so well known. You'll hear John Phi…

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James Higdon is well-qualified to perform the music of organist/composer Jehan Alain. He's a recognized authority of the French organ repertoire, and studied with Marie-Claire Alain, the daughter of the composer and one of the stars of the organ world.Higdon recorded Jehan Alain's complete works for organ, performing on one of the few instruments i…

The VGo label specializes in high-quality classical guitar recordings -- with one exception. They also released a harpsichord recording, done with the same high production values as the rest of the VGo line.The disc, entitled "Teatro Imaginario" features fifteen harpsichord sonatas by Dominico Scaraltti Patrice Mathews is a well-known harpsichordis…

This episode of the DCD Classical 'Cast we feature selections from one of the many recordings Clipper Erickson made for the DTR label. The title of the release "An Orchestra of One" pretty much sums up the concept. Erickson performs a variety of works arranged for solo piano that really test the performer's mettle!It's an outstanding album of piani…

British composer Arthur Bliss was extremely self-critical. Although he composed four string quartets, only three were ever performed, and he allowed only two to be published. His first two quartets were written when he was a young man, and these were the works he later withdrew. It wasn't until after his fiftieth birthday that he wrote a chamber wo…

Nowadays, Annette DiMedio is a respected pianist and teacher. A native of Philadelphia, she's soloed with the Philadelphia Orchestra as well as orchestras around the world, and currently serves on the faculty of the University of the Arts.But when she was still a young girl with a promising career ahead of her, she made a recording with the DTR lab…

David Baker has enjoyed a remarkable career both as a jazz musician and a classical composer. He's worked with some of the biggest names in both fields (and currently serves as conductor and artistic director of the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra.When Baker first started composing in the "third stream," he was commissioned by James Pellerit…

American composer William Bergsma didn't write much for solo piano. In fact, only three such works are represented in his catalog. Pianist Jill Timmons studied with Bergsma, and in the early 1990's recorded his complete output.The three works benefit from Timmons' insights and discussions with the composer. In this podcast episode of the DCD Classi…

The Stanford String Quartet was formed by members of the music faculty at Stanford University in 1984. They launched on an ambitious task of performing under-represented works, as well as commissioning new music for string quartet.In 1991 they recorded three of the works they championed for Laurel Records. That recording is featured in this episode…