Best Tim Engle Podcasts (2024)

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Lonesome Dove, by Larry McMurtry (feat. Amy Salley from Hugo, Girl!) 1:18:48

34m ago1:18:48

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Amy Salley from Hugo, Girl!, joins me for a Seth’s picks episode about a book I’ve been wanting to read for years. It’s not science fiction, but it is award-winning, specifically a Pulitzer winner. It’s also in contention for Best Book I’ve Ever Read. We’ll return to normal SFF content in the next episode. But if … Continue reading "Lonesome Dove, …

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Live at Glasgow 2024 WorldCon! Games/Video Games Adapted to Film!

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We had a fun time recording live at WorldCon with a few select friends in the audience, talking about games and video games adapted into movies. And with a bonus quiz from listener and fellow podcaster Andy Parry. We discuss (briefly) Battleship, Doom, and Clue, and also mention a number of other game to movie adaptations. Thanks to Lori, Kevin, Da…

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Zoomed Out: Speculative Fiction In Translation, with Rachel Cordasco 1:07:24

12d ago1:07:24

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This time it’s another Zoomed Out episode, focusing on Speculative Fiction in Translation (SFT), with guest Rachel Cordasco. Below I’ve captured some of her recommendations. There are some light spoilers in the episode, but nothing that should detract from your enjoyment of these books and authors. Notes & Links: Ways to support the podcast: Buy … …

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Flubber Colonoscopy! (The Absent-Minded Professor/Flubber, based on “A Situation of Gravity,” by Samuel W. Taylor

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This time we picked up a very hard to find story, “A Situation of Gravity,” by Samuel W. Taylor, which was adapted into the 1961 movie The Absent-Minded Professor and the 1996 remake Flubber. The story was originally published in the May 22, 1943 issue of Liberty magazine. We couldn’t find that. It was also anthologized in Taylor’s book Take My Adv…

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Why We Love Baseball (and Football), with Joe Posnanski 57:10

2M ago57:10

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I’ve been listening to Joe’s podcast (the Poscast) and reading his books for years, and I’d originally reached out to him, hoping to get him on to discuss Brittle Innings, a Hugo-nominee but also a baseball book. Unfortunately, he didn’t have the bandwidth for extracurricular reading, but he had time to do a podcast with … Continue reading "Why We …

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Declare, by Tim Powers (feat. Paul Williams) 59:38

2M ago59:38

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Returning guest Paul Williams joins me for a discussion of the 2001 winner of the World Fantasy Award, Declare, by Paul Williams. Secret history, espionage, and fantasy all wrapped into one terrific novel. Spoiler talk starts at 15:03 Notes & Links: Ways to support the podcast: Buy Me a Book/Coffee!: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sethheasled Support…

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Stalker, based on Roadside Picnic by Boris and Arkady Strugatsky (with guest Ben DeBono)

2M ago

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Ben DeBono from The Sci-Fi Christian joins us once again to discuss a slow science fiction movie and the book that inspired it. It’s Roadside Picnic, by the Strugatsky Brothers, adapted by Andrei Tarkovsky into Stalker. SFC episode about Ben catching up with the Criteron Collection: http://thescifichristian.com/2023/08/episode-1107-criterion-comple…

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“Other people walk their dog, and I walk my book,” a conversation with JW Wartick 1:00:15

3M ago1:00:15

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Legend says he’s still reading lists of books to this day. JW Wartick has read all of the Hugo-winning novels, but he’s also read all the Nebula winners, and all the Hugo-nominated novels. To say he’s a voracious reader is to vastly understate the case. But he’s also my friend, and I asked him to … Continue reading "“Other people walk their dog, an…

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Zoomed Out: Iain M. Banks, with Damian Mac Choiligh 1:33:10

3M ago1:33:10

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Damo Mac Choiligh joins me for a deep look at Scottish SF author Iain M. Banks. Some reading recommendations and notes (not all of these are mentioned in the discussion): Banks 101: The Culture Series: Other SF: Mainstream Fiction: Themes: Advanced Banks: Weird Fiction: The Culture Series: Other SF: Links: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1304116769…

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A Wrinkle In Time, by Madeline L’Engle

3M ago

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It’s unfortunately time to talk about the A Wrinkle In Time adaptations. We also discuss the book, of course, but I tried to pull back a bit since my fuller thoughts on the book are also covered in my Hugos There episode with Mandy Self: https://hugospodcast.com/podcast/a-wrinkle-in-time-by-madeline-lengle-feat-mandy-self/ Rankings! Colin/James/Set…

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A Wrinkle in Time, by Madeline L’Engle (feat. Mandy Self) 1:10:01

4M ago1:10:01

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Mandy Self joins me once again to discuss A Wrinkle in Time, by Madeline L’Engle. This is a “Seth’s Picks” episode, but it’s also an award-winner, having won the Newberry Award in 1963. We get into spoilers about 15 minutes in. Mandy’s links:https://twitter.com/Brown_Ajahhttps://twitter.com/MandymoniumPod “Ticky Tacky little boxes” referenced by Ma…

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Arachnotherapy! (Spaceman of Bohemia)

5M ago

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In this episode, we discuss the new Adam Sandler movie (okay, it came out March 1st, but it was new for us!) Spaceman, based on Spaceman of Bohemia, by Jaroslav Kalfar. It’s an interesting adaptation of an interesting book, but don’t go in looking for an action movie. It’s not necessary to read the book to enjoy the movie, but you do miss quite a b…

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Zoomed Out: Urban Fantasy, with Katie Heasley 59:01

5M ago59:01

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My little sister Katie joins me for an informal discussion of her favorite subgenre, Urban Fantasy. This isn’t perhaps as scholarly as previous Zoomed Out episodes, just an off-the-cuff discussion with my sister. Sorry for the doggies’ panting that occasionally shows up in the background. The dogs love Katie and couldn’t stop snuggling up to … Cont…

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Vernor Vinge Tribute episode 1:04:49

5M ago1:04:49

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With the sad news of Vernor Vinge’s recent passing, I decided (at Olav’s prompting) to host a short-notice discussion panel about Vinge’s work. This podcast has previously covered his three Hugo-winning novels, but we go a bit deeper here, giving some other recommendations for Vinge reading. I’m mostly just here to facilitate, and more than … Conti…

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Dune: Part Two

6M ago

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We saw Dune: Part Two, then grabbed dinner, then got together to discuss our thoughts on the second half of Villeneuve’s Dune adaptation. We all loved it and welcome any other SF adaptations he wants to do in the future.By Seth

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WE ARE BACK! Lets Talk Sec Tournament, NCAA Tournament, Reed Sheppard and More! 55:49

5M ago55:49

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Oscars 2024 (feat. Lori Anderson, Juan Sanmiguel, and Peter Knoch) 1:27:50

6M ago1:27:50

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Lori from Hugo, Girl!, and Juan (frequent bonus episode guest) join Peter and me to discuss our picks for the 2024 Oscars.By Hugos There Podcast

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Project Hail Mary, by Andy Weir (feat. Peter Kuskie) 1:11:49

6M ago1:11:49

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Peter Kuskie, son of my co-host Colin from TMTYR (and brother of my theme music composer), and also childhood friend of my son, joins me in person for a discussion of Andy Weir’s 2022 Hugo-nominated novel Project Hail Mary. We get into spoilers about 14 minutes in. Comps: Ways to support the podcast: Buy Me … Continue reading "Project Hail Mary, by…

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Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Season One

7M ago

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The guys follow up their coverage of The Lightning Thief by discussing the first season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians. Rankings: Colin/James/Seth: book/series/a very large gap/movieBy Seth

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“Oh, I have a new limp now!”, a conversation about the World Marathon Challenge with Michael Gabriel 1:20:11

7M ago1:20:11

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It’s been almost exactly a year since multiple-time guest of the podcast, Michael Gabriel, finished the World Marathon Challenge (Seven Days, Seven Marathons on Seven Continents), and I asked him to chat with me about the whole experience. it’s not science fiction related, but I just like to chat with interesting people, so this is … Continue readi…

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Alas, Babylon, by Pat Frank (feat. Mitch Wagner) 59:28

7M ago59:28

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This is a “Seth’s picks” episode of the podcast, still Science Fiction related this time, with the classic 1959 nuclear war novel Alas, Babylon. Joining me for the podcast is returning guest Mitch Wagner. I noticed there are some pops and crackles on Mitch’s audio, and I did my best to clear them up, but … Continue reading "Alas, Babylon, by Pat Fr…

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#102: 2023 Conf Champs - Detroit, we mourn ye 1:08:44

7M ago1:08:44

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Tim and Luke come to you MOMENTS after the championship games wrap, serving up their thoughts on the Chiefs and 49ers marching onto Vegas, in a Super Bowl that NOBODY could've predicted (except that loads of people did predict it). Join the fellas to try and figure out what the Ravens offensive gamplean, why the Football Gods are so mean to the Lio…

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Brief & Not So Brief feed inactivation 1:28

7M ago1:28

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Hi there folks, if you’re hearing this podcast, that means you’re either subscribed to the master feed for hugospodcast.com or you’re subscribed to the Brief & Not So Brief feed. I’ve decided to stop publishing episodes in the Brief & Not So Brief feed for a couple of reasons. First, we so rarely put out … Continue reading "Brief & Not So Brief fee…

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Bonus: Favorite 2023 Movies (with Ethan Heasley) 42:28

7M ago42:28

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Ethan asked to do a favorite movies of 2023 episode with me. Since we recorded, we’ve both started watching stuff for our Oscars episode, so there’s definitely stuff we’d have done differently if we recorded today. Our Letterboxd profiles: https://letterboxd.com/sethheasley/ https://letterboxd.com/bevold/ Ethan’s List: 10. The Killer 9. Barbie 8. C…

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Those Meddling Satyrs: The Lightning Thief, by Rick Riordan, Part One (2010 movie)

7M ago

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This is the first of two episodes we’ll do on The Lightning Thief. In this one, we just discuss the book and 2010 movie. We’ll get to the series next month once it’s complete. Rankings!: James/Colin/Seth: book/movie (duh) A couple of links: My blog post that I resurrected and commented on: https://pavementpodcast.com/the-lightning-thief-movie-how-t…

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#101 - 2023 Divisional: Rebrand Needed 1:08:16

7M ago1:08:16

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Well, we can all agree that was a LOT better. The Divisional round mercifully didn't pick up what the Wild Card round was putting down, and delivered 3 exciting games (and a snoozer but can't win 'em all). Jump into all 4 games with Tim and Luke, to discuss Buffalo's ongoing misery, the Ravens' ongoing dominance, the Lions' ongoing GOOD VIBES and t…

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#100: 2023 Wild Card - Not So Super After All 1:22:11

8M ago1:22:11

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The Half Yard Line turns 100! And we celebrate by talking extensively about... a weekend filled with uncompetitive blowouts. It's not a telegram from the Queen, but it'll have to do. Tap in with Tim and Luke to natter about Eagle embarrassing, Ram rasslin', Dolphin drubbing and other things that sound questionably like animal cruelty but were in fa…

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#99: 2023 Week 18 - Bye bye coaches, hello playoffs! 1:18:22

8M ago1:18:22

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The Half Yard waves farewell to the 2023 regular season and sets the table for the Wild Card Round, whirring through each and every Super (ugh) Wild Card Weekend game. Guaranteed All Predictions Wrong or Your Money Back! In addition, Tim and Luke eulogize about the great Derrick Henry after what may have been his final game for the Titans, and disc…

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#98: 2023 Week 17 - Downtrodden Franchise Index Wrapup! 1:24:30

8M ago1:24:30

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Tim and Luke close out the penultimate week of the regular season with a trawl back through the tar pit that is the Downtrodden Franchise Index, looking at all TEN (un)lucky teams and how they've fared this year, as well as where they go from here! Who is fated for more years of futility? Who's on the climb? And who wants to coach under an owner wh…

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Zoomed Out: Patricia A. McKillip, with Dr. Audrey Taylor 59:06

8M ago59:06

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Dr. Audrey Isabel Taylor joins me for a look at the work of Patricia A. McKillip. Time codes included for the major sections, as well as two mini-discussions of McKillip’s World Fantasy Award winners. Checking those off the list! A transcript is available for this episode. Intro to Audrey Taylor (02:22) Intro to McKillip (07:53) … Continue reading …

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The Shepherd, by Frederick Forsyth (and 2023 short film)

8M ago

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A quick end of the year episode about the new Disney+ short film (40 minutes), Shepherd, based on the Frederick Forsyth novella of the same name. I believe the story is more well known by folks in Britain and former Crown Colonies than it is to American audiences; this was certainly our first experience of the story, and it’s quite delightful. All …

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#97: 2023 Week 16 - Clear As Mud 1:23:08

8M ago1:23:08

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Join Tim and Luke for another ramble through the thoroughly confusing NFL, this week featuring yet another MVP candidate faltering, another thought-to-be-good team taking a beating, and the playoff picture remaining muddy as ever. The fellas talk about the surprising Ravens beatdown of the Niners, the cloudy wildcard races, and look at how Detroit …

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#96: 2023 Week 15 - Amateur Hour 1:14:49

9M ago1:14:49

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Tim and Luke wade back into Week 15's NFL action - featuring what's now become the usual lack of precision, confusing coaching calls and wayward execution. The 2023 season rolls along apace. The fellas delve into 4 choice cuts of weirdness - Raiders-Chargers, Bills-Cowboys, Vikings-Bengals and Bears-Browns - and wonder if there's anything to learn,…

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The Woking Dead (The War of the Worlds, by H.G. Wells), with Tim Kuskie

9M ago

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While James was away in South America, Colin’s younger son, Tim, joined us for a discussion of H.G. Wells’s The War of the Worlds, along with several adaptations, including the radio play, the classic movie, the 2005 remake with Tom Cruise, and the 2019 BBC limited series. Rankings! Colin: 2005/novel/Radio Play/1953/2019 Tim: novel/Radio Play/2005/…

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#95: 2023 Week 14 - The Special Teams Special 1:25:14

9M ago1:25:14

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The passion. The drama. The intensity. The athleticism. That's right, nothing gets the blood pumping more than NFL football. And nothing in the game of football gets more fans out of their seats, hearts beating like crazy, screaming in ecstasy or agony, than... Kickers and punters, obviously. Join Tim and Luke for this week's pod talking about the …

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