In this episode, Alan and Diane talk to author and historian Ada Palmer about changing Family dynamics, the right to exit (a country), government systems in science fiction, information technology revolutions and their effect on the world, the problem wiht the media, and much more. Link to Fix the News: https://fixthenews.com/ If you'd like to supp…

Liam solves trauma, Nemo explains the difference between MMA and exterminators, and David remembers two names in a row. The bonus episodes will continue to be filed as regular episodes. Watch through the end for next week, and prepare for a return to Lent. Support the show! Support the Show.By Liam Nolan, Waweru Kariuki

Liam defends monarchs, no matter how arbitrarily they were chosen, Nemo informs us that bears just give up sometimes, and Harel suggests that maybe you should attach your brain to a shorter appendage. The bonus episodes will continue to be filed as regular episodes. Watch through 18 for next week. Support the show! Support the Show.…

The editor goes mad with power, Liam decides monsters are a sex thing, and Nemo teaches us how to not cook an egg. The bonus episodes will continue to be filed as regular episodes. Watch through 13 for next week. Support the show Support the Show.By Liam Nolan, Waweru Kariuki

The first part of Diane's column about Military Scence Fiction is here! Welcome to our most personal and daring column yet!By Diane Morrison, Alan Bailey

Liam invokes a new editor in an attempt to finally get something cut from the show, Waweru speculates unprompted on the qualia of "orange goop", and on learning there are no human souls in hell we immediately posit human souls maybe don't exist. Due to circumstances outside our control, the following two weeks will consist of bonus content. Imprima…

Martyr look into whether copyright applies to the Pope , Waweru assesrts that the Pope and Martin Luther would have just got along, and we speculate about which president is the antichrist Imprimatur withheld by the Congregation of the Doctrine of the Faith for the Following: Irresponsible accusations against the Pontiff Irresponsible discussions o…

Waweru endorses burning books, Liam endorses burning art, and we theorize about the logistics of Giraffe Poaching Imprimatur withheld by the Congregation of the Doctrine of the Faith for the Following: Irresponsible accusations against the Pontiff Cruelty to animals Denigration of the Miracle of Stigmata Support the Show.…

Waweru considers if, Liam compares religious orders to shell companies and we contemplate historical slashfic. Imprimatur withheld by the Congregation of the Doctrine of the Faith for the Following: Irresponsible accusations against the Pontiff Premature canonizations Simony Support the Show.By Liam Nolan, Waweru Kariuki

In this episode, Alan and Diane talk to author Claire Rudy Foster about The Rain Artist, billionairres, turning short fiction into long fiction, the Sackler family, addiction, generational wealth, music, the meaning of success, and much more. If you'd like to support us you can give us a one time donation at Kofi or you can subscribe to our Patreon…

8Liam declares Savonorola to be Theravada, Waweru calls Venice an Armpit, and we wonder if we can forgive nothing Magic Mind can be found at https://www.magicmind.com/rashunadvised ! Imprimatur withheld by the Congregation of the Doctrine of the Faith for the Following: Irresponsible accusations against the Pontiff Promotion of Simony Promoting sel…

Please join us as we read the first half of Virginia Woolf’s modernist masterpiece, Mrs. Dalloway! Taking place on a single day in mid-June 1923, the book takes us in and out of the minds of our two main characters, society housewife Clarissa Dalloway (who is throwing a party), and World War One veteran Septimus Warren Smith (who is having some ext…

I am pleased to announce that this is the first episode of a new column called Hope in Horror with Paul Jessup. In this episode Paul tackles the topic of hope in horror head-on by discussing the show Yellow Jackets.By Paul Jessup, Alan Bailey

Liam becomes a hermit, Waweru confesses to a canonical crime, and we wonder if someone owes their employee or their child more. Magic Mind can be found at https://www.magicmind.com/rashunadvised ! Imprimatur withheld by the Congregation of the Doctrine of the Faith for the Following: Promoting the doctrine of Apocatastasis i.e. "Universal Salvation…

Waweru says it's impossible to translate, Liam proposes an anti-arguement conspiracy, and we empathize with Socrate's murderers Magic Mind can be found at https://www.magicmind.com/rashunadvised ! Restriction Until age 16 for the following: Music of the Aeolian and Lydian modes. Discussion of Restricted Texts Discussion of unplatonic modes of thoug…

Waweru says that Santa is real because we want him to be real, Liam argues against apologies, We talk about the biggest number Restricted to Gold above age 50 for: Music of the Aeolian and Lydian modes. Discussion of sexual assault Foreign metaphysics Support the Show.By Liam Nolan, Waweru Kariuki

Join us as we delve into the life of Virginia Woolf, a woman who was many things, chiefly among them a writer! Despite Jackie promising to make this the most depressing author bio episode of all time, Rachel and Bekah refuse to let it happen. There's a lot of laughter, but also some almost-tears, and some hard topics, but it's worth it. Rachel reve…

In this episode, Alan and Cat talk to author Jamie Lackey about Short Fiction, Flash Fiction, being ACE, Sudio Ghibli, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Pride and Prejudice, running Kickstarter campeigns, and much more. If you'd like to support us you can give us a one time donation at Kofi or you can subscribe to our Patreon.…

Waweru opines on inteligience, Liam invents a new way to view Communion, and we try to figure why exactly Pico got cancelled. Magic Mind can be found at https://www.magicmind.com/rashunadvised ! Support the Show.By Liam Nolan, Waweru Kariuki

In the first Solarpunk column of 2024, engineer, Youtuber, and blogger, Navarre Bartz, explores the practicalities of what Solarpunk kids might look like, as well as the current state of childhood. Topics include schooling, parenting, bussing, and more.By Navarre Bartz, Alan Bailey

Stop! We see your eyeballs getting ready to dart away to something more fun. Dart 'em back here. This is the most fun you'll have hearing about race and racism since... ever, maybe! We know the bar is low, but still. Listen along to the original opening to our first Charlie and the Chocolate Factory episode, which immediately derailed into racial t…

In the grand tradition of 2R2U we try to tempt you join the Patreon using the second part of a series. Johnny invents a new kind of communism, Liam tries to make anime ideologically coherent, and does Waweru hate freedom or just winning? Magic Mind can be found at https://www.magicmind.com/rashunadvised ! You can also now support us on patreon! you…

The gang finishes out the tale of ol' C-Bucks and the maniacal chocolate man in spectacular fashion - late, but not that late! Thanks for the endless patience of our many adoring fans. We would never turn you into marshmallows, even if that tube DID go to the marshmallow room. Jackie fucks up her audio, but doesn't know it yet (don't worry, she fix…

Waweru is ableist to God, Liam advises Fraud, and we consider the visa implications for romance. Restriction Until age 50 for the following: Music of the Aeolian and Lydian modes. Discussion of Forbidden Texts Impiety toward the Gods Discussion of unplatonic modes of thought You can also now support us on patreon! you should, it will make you a bet…

In this episode, Alan and Diane talk to Motswana author and architect Tlotlo Tsamaase about her new book Womb City, writing traumatic scenes, feminism, plotting novels, body hopping, and the nature of identity. If you'd like to support us you can give us a one time donation at Kofi or you can subscribe to our Patreon.…

Quick! What has 14 legs, one bed, and half a potato? Why, the Bucket family, of course! Join the gang as we cover the first half of Roodle Doodle's classic, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. You all know how the story goes, but you haven't heard it told by us. Rachel doxxes herself. Bekah learns about the Wonka-related scandal of the year. Jackie …

Liam advocates for a conlang, Waweru insults Papua New Guinea, and we discuss the oppression of the English. Restriction Until age 50 for the following: Music of the Aeolian and Lydian modes. Discussion of Forbidden Texts Impiety toward the Gods Discussion of unplatonic modes of thought Next week we will read chapters 17-19 of Necessity. You can al…

A Death at the Dionysus Club by Melissa Scott & Amy Griswold published by Queen of Swords Press 2023 originally published 2014 https://queenofswordspress.com/product/a-death-at-the-dionysus-club/ Green New Worlds: A Quick Guide to Sustainability Through Science Fiction and Fantasy by Ricardo Victoria-Uribe and Martha Elba Gonzalez-Alcaraz published…

Liam loves luddites, Waweru considers copraphagy, we wonder about spartan warriors Restriction Until age 50 for the following: Music of the Aeolian and Lydian modes. Discussion of Forbidden Texts Impiety toward the Gods Discussion of unplatonic modes of thought Next week we will read chapters 17-19 of Necessity. You can also now support us on patre…

She's back! University of Chicago professor, historian, and award-winning novelist Ada Palmer joins Rachel and Jackie for a conversation about the life and times of Niccolo Machiavelli, a fascinating guy who lived through fascinating times. Learn all about how his name gets an undeservedly bad rap, the trials and tribulations that led to the writin…

Happy March, everyone! For our Patreon bonus, we thought we'd try something new: The Reading Corner! Jackie and Rachel have a friendly chit chat about whatever books we're currently reading. Maybe it will become a recurring feature? It all depends on what you like, and what Jackie likes. It doesn't matter at all what Rachel likes. For the full epis…

Waweru admits snobbery, Liam endorses the power of prayer, and we all learn about time. Restriction Until age 50 for the following: Music of the Aeolian and Lydian modes. Discussion of Forbidden Texts Impiety toward the Gods Discussion of unplatonic modes of thought Next week we will read chapters 9-13 of Necessity. You can also now support us on p…

The patrons battled it out in honor of the upcoming Ides of March, and in the struggle between The Art of War and The Prince, let's just say The Art of War got Caesar'd. It's like getting Punk'd, but instead of meeting Ashton Kutcher you die and get a salad named after you. Win/win? Buckle up as the gang guides you through the world's second most p…

In this episode, Alan talks to authors Tade Thompson and Paul Jessup about nontraditional story structure, innovating, book reviews and the importance of paid critics, self publishing vs trad publishing, "romantasy" and other trends, books, and even more about books, and much more. If you'd like to support us you can give us a one time donation at …

Waweru condemns Romance, Liam considers crying, and we argue about whether Mormons are Muslim. Restriction Until age 50 for the following: Music of the Aeolian and Lydian modes. Discussion of Forbidden Texts Impiety toward the Gods Discussion of unplatonic modes of thought Next week we will read chapters 9-13 of Necessity. You can also now support …

In this Episode of Publishing in Africa, Oghenechovwe and Alan discuss how virtual conferences could improve, a bit about the Hugos, some African authors to look out for, as well as what Oghenechovwe is up to for 2024.By Alan Bailey, Oghenechovwe Donald Ekpeki

In preparation for our upcoming Charlie and the Chocolate Factory miniseries, we got the gang together to learn about the absolutely absurd life of Roald Dahl. Best-known for his children’s books, Dahl also wrote some very weird, pervy adult stories. Before he became a writer, he worked for an oil company in Africa (yes…… we know.), flew warplanes …

In this episode, Ada and Jo speak with historian Larry Rothfield about the political nuances of 15th century Florence, and the shifting perspectives of the Renaissance to come since then.By Ada Palmer

Waweru praises Lesbian repression, Liam says Cicero is Greek, and We debate 4 year age gaps RestrictionUntilage50forthefollowing: Insulting the Gods Discussion of unplatonic modes of thought Music of the Aeolian and Lydian modes Next week we will read chapters 1-8 of Necessity. You can also now support us on patreon! you should, it will make you a …

Don’t say we never put our stellar reputations on the line for you! Joining us this week is our friend Jacob Waller (find him on YouTube as Big Yellow Praxis), who has recently fallen down the rabbit hole of a (potentially correct???) anti-Stratfordian theory (notably NOT a conspiracy theory). Jacob lays out the case for, conservatively, a HUGE AMO…

Waweru says Kebes is a hero, Liam contemplates mandatory celibacy, and we consider how to compel Liam. Restriction Until age 50 for the following: Insulting the Gods Discussion of unplatonic modes of thoughtD Music of the Aeolian and Lydian modes Next week we will talk about reread the Philosopher Kings. You can also now support us on patreon! you …

Waweru calls Eliezer Yudkowsky a Platonist, Liam says Plato is a Christian, and We realize metaphysics is hard. RestrictionUntilage50forthefollowing: Music of the Aeolian and Lydian modes Discussion of unplatonic modes of thought Next week we will talk about reread the Just City. You can also now support us on patreon! you should, it will make you …

In this episode Rick talks about how writing has helped his mental health over the last 5 or so years.By Rick Claypool, Alan Bailey

Ahoy for the last time, me hearties! In this episode we cover Moby Dick from chapter 102 until the bitter, watery end. Ishmael finally reveals why Captain Ahab is so obsessed with Moby Dick, we finally discover the fate of pretty much the entire crew of the Pequod, and Moby Dick finally deigns to grace the page. Jackie does her Bob Dylan impression…

Waweru defends an argument before understanding it, Liam asserts the author of an angel manual is an atheist, and we argue about ontology. Restriction Until age 50 for the following: Music of the Aeolian and Lydian modes Discussion of unplatonic modes of thought Next week we will talk about Oration on the dignity of Man and Of Unity and Being. You …

In this episode, Diane and Alan chat with author Nadia Afifi and author/publisher Zig Zag Claybourne. They discuss Game of Thrones, writing endings, killing characters, how crowd funding will change publishing, indie vs trad publishing, and give a shout out to Flame Tree Press. If you'd like to support us you can give us a one time donation at Kofi…

This week, we're sharing part 2 of Jackie and Bekah reading one-star reviews of their favorite books to each other. Jackie comes at Bekah with the harshest criticisms of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice available on Goodreads. To hear the full episode, join our Patreon! Patreon.com/firethecanon. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

Waweru, Liam, and Diane contemplate duty, ontology, and machines Restriction Until age 50 for the following: Music of the Aeolian and Lydian modes Discussion of unplatonic modes of thought Impiety towards the Gods Support the Show.By Liam Nolan, Waweru Kariuki

In this episode, Ada and Jo discuss the merits of good pacing across a range of story lengths with Hugo and Nebula award-winning author, Ken Liu.By Ada Palmer