Library at the End of the World is hosted by noted survival and preparedness authority Jim Cobb. He's long been a fan of post-apocalyptic and disaster fiction and this show will focus on the books, TV shows, and movies that center on all the ways authors and directors have destroyed the world. We'll be talking about electromagnetic pulse, plague, nuclear war, alien invasion, zombie uprising, and so much more. Reviews, author interviews, even some real world survival and prepper tips along th ...
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 98
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This is our last episode for a bit, as we're going on hiatus. WE WILL BE BACK! In this week's episode, we're talking about the COVID-19 pandemic and what you should be doing to be better prepared.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 97
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Our guest this week is Andrew Shanahan. His new book, Before and After, has a premise I can all but guarantee you've not read before when it comes to end of the world fiction. Then, we move to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about whether cash has a place in your survival kits.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 96
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Our guest this week is Xander Cross. He just published his first novel, The Origin of the White Wind, which begins an epic dystopian story. Then, we move to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week focusing on prepping with children.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 95
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Our guest this week is prolific author Mel Odom, someone Jim has been reading for years, even when he didn't realize it. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week discussing the living off the land fallacy.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 94
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In this week's episode, we're talking about pandemics. Art imitates life, right? We're discussing The Jakarta Pandemic by Steven Konkoly, then the film Contagion. From there, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this time discussing the realities of booby traps.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 93
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Our guest this week is author Chuck Rogers. His latest book, Bastard of the Apocalypse: The Earth Died Screaming, is a post-apocalyptic adventure like none other. He tells us about it, as well as his work on the Deathlands series and more. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, where we discuss networking with local preppers.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 92
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This week, we're talking with author TL Payne and discussing her Days of Want series, as well as upcoming books and some of her favorite post-apoc stories. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, with some suggestions on being better prepared for what might be a few stressful days or weeks to come.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 91
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Our guest this week is Ryan Schow, a very popular and prolific author who has been lighting up the charts lately. He spent a little time with us talking about his books as well as what attracted him to the post-apocalyptic genre. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about whether bugging out is all it is cracked up…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 90
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Author Boyd Craven makes a return appearance to the show to talk about his Still Surviving series, as well as a few of his other projects. Then, in the Three Minute Survival Tip, we talk about why cotton can kill.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 89
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This week, we're talking about a real blast from the past -- Cyborg! This flick was one of Jean-Claude van Damme's early starring roles and is chock full of cheesy goodness. From there, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, where we're discussing how to determine how much money you should spend on your gear.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 88
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Our guest this week is Tom Clark, who joins us to talk about his new novella Good Boy. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, where we discuss the importance of reliable sources of information.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 87
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This week, Jim talks a bit about the ChiZine Publications situation that's been a hot topic on social media this week, then dives into the TV show Revolution. The Three Minute Survival Tip follows, this time talking about Stray Cat Syndrome and what that could mean to post-collapse survivors.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 86
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This week, our guest is Millie Copper and she is talking to us about her new novel series, Havoc in Wyoming. Then, we turn to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week discussing organizing your supplies and equipment.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 85
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Alien invasions are on the agenda this week as we speak with Xela Culletto, author of Girl Vs. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about how outrunning the bear doesn't mean much when it comes to preparedness.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 84
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And we're back after a short hiatus! This week, since kids are back in school we're talking about a few post-apocalyptic recommendations for students (and all of them are perfectly enjoyable for adults as well). Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week focused on getting your affairs in order.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 83
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This week, Jim talks about one of the true classics in the post-apocalyptic genre -- Swan Song by Robert McCammon. Then, the Three Minute Survival Tip, which is focused on communication skills.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 82
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This week, we're talking about alien invasion stories that fall under the post-apocalyptic banner. Remember V: The Original Miniseries? How about Battlefield Earth (novel, not the movie)? Fun stuff! Then, in the Three Minute Survival Tip, we're discussing how to decide on a game plan when you are starting on your preparedness journey.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 81
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This week, Jim gives something of an overview of young adult survival fiction and talks about a few of his favorites, including Hatchet by Gary Paulsen. Then, in the Three Minute Survival Tip, we're talking about improving your tribe.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 80
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This week, Jim talks about Trackers, the first in a series by Nicholas Sansbury Smith. A police chief and a Native American tracker hunt down a killer in the Rocky Mountains as the nation falls apart after an EMP strike. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about what to keep in mind as you plan your food storage.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 79
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This week, we're talking about one of the most prolific authors in the post-apocalyptic genre, William W. Johnstone. His Ashes series lasted for a few dozen installments and had impacts beyond just the genre. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week discussing survival improvisation.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 78
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Our guest this week is Jeff Thomson. His Pressure series takes a look at what might happen if/when the Yellowstone Supervolcano erupts. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about group leadership.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 76
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Our guest this week is author Richard Hummel. He joins us to talk about his first novel, Radioactive Evolution, which is a post-apocalyptic story in the LitRPG genre. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip where we discuss the importance of reliable sources of information.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 75
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Well, we were away for a bit but we're back now! This week, we're talking with Ginger Booth about her Feral Recruit novel and how it fits into her Calm Act super series. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about not worrying about things that won't matter.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 74
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This week, we're talking about one of the best post-apocalyptic cartoons to ever air on Saturday mornings -- Thundarr, the Barbarian! Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week focused on prepping for potential job loss.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 73
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This week, our guest is Sergio Gomez. His book, The Chaos, is sort of a cross between I Am Legend by Richard Matheson and The Road by Cormac McCarthy. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about post-collapse bartering.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 72
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Our guest this week is Jack Hunt. He's written a boatload of really great post-apocalyptic tales and took time out of his busy schedule to chat about a few of them. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, where we talk about the dangers of arrogance.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 71
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This week, we're talking with Charley Hogwood. His first published novel, The Unraveling, is getting rave reviews on Amazon and is about a pandemic that sweeps the country. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about financial preparedness.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 70
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This week, a small tribute to Luke Perry by way of a review of Jeremiah, a post-apocalyptic cable show he starred in. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip in which we're discussing foods that last damn near forever in your pantry.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 69
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We're flying without a guest this week. Jim reviews White Fire by Brian Keene and Last Day by Bryan Smith. Then, we move to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about a couple of survival myths.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 68
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Our guest this week is filmmaker Tom Huckabee. He has recently released an updated and finalized version of Taking Tiger Mountain, a film that was first begun decades ago and stars Bill Paxton. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip where we're talking about intangible assets.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 67
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Our guest this week is Michael Kilman. He is the author of a series called the Chronicles of the Great Migration. The first book is Mimi of the Nowhere. This story takes place in a future after the world has been decimated by climate change. Giant walking cities travel around, seeking valuable resources and evading storms and other threats. Mimi ha…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 66
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Our guest this week is Lindsey Frantz, author of The Upworld. It is an interesting take on how society might evolve a great deal of time after a major war. Then, we move to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week discussing where you might scavenge supplies after the apocalypse.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 65
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Our guest this week is Meredith Pritchard. She's written a series called The Phoenix Project that is likely to be of great interest to many of our listeners. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip where we talk about how important it is to make your preparedness plans personal.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 64
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This week, our guest is Matthew Mather. He's written a ton of great stuff, including more than a couple of novels that fit in nicely with our post-apocalyptic focus. We chatted about his books as well as his writing process. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about DIY weather forecasting.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 63
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This week, our guest is Jacqueline Druga. She is a very prolific writer as well as just a blast to speak with. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week on how to get the prepping buy in from family and friends.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 62
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Our guest this week is Jeff Zimmerman. His book, Civilization: United We Stand, he likens to The Terminator. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about the survival mindset.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 61
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This week, our guest is Kristin Ward. Her book, After the Green Withered, and the sequel, Burden of Truth, look at what society might be like after a century of ever-greater natural disasters have resulted in a massive drought. To keep with the hydration theme, the Three Minute Survival Tip is focused on being prepared for water needs in a crisis.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 60
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This is our final show for 2018! This week, Jim talks about one of his favorite end of the world flicks, Tomorrow, When the War Began. It is what many have said is the Australian version of Red Dawn. Then, the Three Minute Survival Tip, which is focused on situational awareness.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 59
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Our guest this week is D.M. Wozniak. He is the author of The Perihelion Complete Duology, a story that takes place just a few decades from now. It involves, among other things, genetic manipulation and combining human and animal DNA. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week focusing on protecting your finances.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 58
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Our guest this week is Jeff Kirkham, co-author of a new novel titled Black Autumn. This book has been making some pretty big waves in the prepper community and Jeff was kind enough to sit down and talk about the development of the book, how it worked having two authors on the book, and how personal this project is for him. Then, we move into the Th…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 57
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This week, we're talking to Javan Bonds. His zombie series, Still Alive, is quite a unique take on the genre. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about improvising versus planning.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 56
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This time around, we're dipping back into the zombie subgenre and chatting with Melissa Wood. Her Alive? series takes an interesting look at the undead and, well, the kinda undead. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip where we are discussing why cotton garments might not be wise when you're headed into the field.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 55
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This week, we're talking to Patricia Loofbourrow. Her Red Dog Conspiracy series is wide-ranging and ambitious, beginning in the present day and extending a thousand years into the future. Then, the Three Minute Survival Tip is on weather forecasting.
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 54
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This week, we start off with a heartfelt tribute to Stan Lee, a legend who's work no doubt inspired more than a few authors who have made appearances here. Then, we talk to author Nicholas Morine, who's book Arcade Rat has been favorably compared to Ready Player One. The Three Minute Survival Tip is on disaster cleanup.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 53
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This week, we're looking far into the future, about 1,000 years or so. What might the world look like after disasters and such have changed the landscape and society itself? Find out as we talk to author Ana Levley about her book Beasts. Then, we discuss hidden storage places around the home in the Three Minute Survival Tip.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 52
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Our one-year anniversary episode! That's right, we've managed to stick around for a solid year. How awesome is that? In this episode, Jim talks about some of his favorite interviews and a few plans he has going forward. Plus, there just might be something about a giveaway?
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 51
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This week, we're talking to one of the pioneers of prepper fiction, Bobby Akart. He was one of the first breakout stars in the genre and remains one of the most popular authors in the niche. We talked about his books, his writing process, and the genre itself. The Three Minute Survival Tip is on how to put together a workplace emergency kit.…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 50
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In the last episode, we covered a brief history of the post-apocalyptic genre. This time around, we're delving a little deeper into a couple of the sub-genres that developed, Men's Adventure in the 1980s and the Prepper Fiction that is very popular today. They are actually pretty closely related, as you'll see in this short episode. In the Three Mi…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 49
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Something a little different for our show this week. A few weeks back, I was a guest on the You've Got to be Kidding Me podcast and had a great time with Tom and Skip on that show. We decided we'd do a true crossover event and have them on my show as well. We chatted about our favorite post-apocalyptic books, the genre as a whole, and had some laug…
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Library at the End of the World - Episode 48
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This week, we're taking a stroll through history. Post-apocalyptic fiction has been around far longer than many people realize. Let's take a look at how we got to where we are today and talk a bit about the different sub-genres in the niche. Then, in the Three Minute Survival Tip, we close out National Preparedness Month with some info that will he…
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