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Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers hosted by Mark StevensMichael Haspil & Graveyard Shift May 04, 2017Michael Haspil has a soft spot for villains.
He also a mountain of patience.
His journey to publication was so long he still doesn’t believe Graveyard Shift will actually be in the hands of readers in mid-July.
On the podcast, Mike talks about that bumpy road to publication for his first urban fantasy and he sheds light on the many benefits of working with a good critique group. He also talks about the unusual jobs he has held, including work as an ICBM crew commander and as a launch director for the U.S. Air Force at Cape Canaveral.
Mi...
2025-07-2545 min
WriterDojoWriterDojo S7 Ep7: Overcoming Setbacks (w/ Michael Haspil)Another interview from this year's Writer's Cantina in Utah, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia sat down with author/long time buddy Michael Haspil to talk about what not to do when getting started, writing for other people's IPs versus writing for your own, his experiences with trad pub versus indie, and the importance of picking yourself up and soldiering on if you want a career in writing.
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2024-08-1445 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesTOP GUN: MAVERICK Part 1In which I go over my thoughts about Top Gun: Maverick, its themes, dopamine hits, memberberries, and how to condition an audience. How to let audiences know and reinforce the stakes. Part 1 of a 2-part series "The Hidden Tragedy of Top Gun: Maverick" Ft. The FAT RAT's Monody featuring Laura Brehm
2023-05-241h 21
The Baen Free Radio HourBFRH 2022 09 02: No Game for Knights Roundtable, Part Two; and Cobra by Timothy Zahn, Part 23 Video. Video at https://www.baen.com/podcastfiles/mp3/video-baen-free-radio-hour-No-Game-For-Nights-part-two-Cobra-part-23.mp4 and at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjV7Nn4-bkB48wDjtobIuPQ.No Game for Knights editors and contributors roundtable, Part One, with Larry Correia and Kacey Ezell; Griffin Barber, G. Scott Huggins, Sharon Shinn, S.A. Bailey, Robert Buettner, Michael Haspil, Chris Kennedy, Rob Howell, and Craig Martell; and Cobra by Timothy Zahn, Part 23. View the podcast in video form at https://www.baen.com/podcastfiles/mp3/video-baen-free-radio-hour-No-Game-For-Nights-part-two-Cobra-part-23.mp4 and the Baen YouTube Channel.
2022-09-0246 minThe Baen Free Radio HourBFRH 2022 08 26: No Game for Knights Roundtable, Part One; and Cobra by Timothy Zahn, Part 22. Video at https://www.baen.com/podcastfiles/mp3/video-baen-free-radio-hour-No-Game-For-Nights-part-one-Cobra-part-22.mp4 and at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjV7Nn4-bkB48wDjtobIuPQ.No Game for Knights editors and contributors roundtable, Part One, with Larry Correia and Kacey Ezell; Griffin Barber, G. Scott Huggins, Sharon Shinn, S.A. Bailey, Robert Buettner, Michael Haspil, Chris Kennedy, Rob Howell, and Craig Martell; and Cobra by Timothy Zahn, Part 22. View the podcast in video form at https://www.baen.com/podcastfiles/mp3/video-baen-free-radio-hour-No-Game-For-Nights-part-one-Cobra-part-22.mp4 and the Baen YouTube Channel.
2022-08-2648 min
My Imaginary Friends with L. PenelopeDeepening POVMentioned:
- Mama Day by Gloria Naylor - https://amzn.to/3ceURU4
- Author Marie Force - https://marieforce.com/
- The Sandman on Netflix
- Day Shift on Netflix
- Graveyard Shift by Michael F. Haspil - https://amzn.to/3R4I7y9
The My Imaginary Friends podcast is a weekly, behind the scenes look at the journey of a working author navigating traditional and self-publishing. Join fantasy and paranormal romance author L. Penelope as she shares insights on the writing life, creativity, inspiration, a...
2022-08-2119 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesDeep Immersion and Distraction Free WritingIn which I talk about how to achieve Deep Immersion storytelling and tools for Distraction-free writing, like the Alphasmart Neo and Astrohaus Freewrite. Link to Sprinter so you can see what it is like to write without editing: https://sprinter.getfreewrite.com/ Ft. The FAT RAT's Monody featuring Laura Brehm
2022-03-101h 06
Quantum Froth DispatchesMatrix 4 - An Epic TrollingWhat if I told you the Matrix 4, was created to be a divisive disappointment. Here I explore some of the film's themes and how its failed execution may have been an intentional act of rebellion against everyone. Ft. The FAT RAT's Monody featuring Laura Brehm
2021-12-2559 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesShameless Plug for Gunfight on Europa StationIn which I plug a new Baen anthology called "Gunfight on Europa Station" featuring my short story, "The Penultimate Stand of Pina Gracchi". Buy Links: Bookshop.org: https://bit.ly/2ZI9rND Amazon.com: https://amzn.to/2ZNWtxL Barnes and Noble: https://bit.ly/2ZIrX8F
2021-11-0213 min
TG Geeks WebcastTG Geeks Webcast Episode 350The Two Gay Geeks 🏳️🌈 have a chat with Gini Koch, author extraordinaire. This is a special interview for our 350th episode and Gini has a new anthology coming out tomorrow. Check out the link below to the pre-order that will change to order once it goes live. As always it is great chatting with Gini. And we also have her own intro music. Have a listen and we hope you enjoy this as much as we did.
© Nancee E. Lewis / Nancee Lewis Photography.
About Gini Koch
Gini Koch writes the fast, fresh and funny Alien/Katherine "Kitty" Katt series for DAW Books. T...
2021-11-0159 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesThe Gen X ProblemWhat happens when a good idea is milked dry and repurposed? As a creative or a corporation, can you risk alienating the original audience in favor of changing the thing they love, while still needing their money to remain successful? An exploration of Storyforms, infinite remakes and sequels, bad actors, propaganda, and much more. (I had some tech difficulties on this one...so I apologize if you experience audio artifacts) Ft. The FAT RAT's Monody featuring Laura Brehm
2021-10-131h 05
Quantum Froth DispatchesBlue Sky On MarsThis is a "knocking the rust off" episode so I didn't want to cover anything "heavy". So I'm going to talk about why the 1990 movie "Total Recall" is all in Quaid's head and why the line "...blue sky on Mars..." is the dead giveaway. Ft. The FAT RAT's Monody featuring Laura Brehm
2021-06-0229 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesMass Effect Retrospective - N7 Day SpecialIn which I reminisce about the Mass Effect Trilogy, talk about the pending Mass Effect Legendary Edition, the differences between a "bad" ending and just an ending you don't like, and how fumbling an ending can deal a mortal blow to a franchise. Featuring "Reignite" by Malukah, with permission.
2020-11-071h 04
Quantum Froth DispatchesFiction - Operation Eidolon Part 2Just in time for Halloween, I bring you part 2 of a harrowing tale of bloodcurdling horror and the macabre in the Lovecraftian tradition. This is the conclusion of Operation Eidolon - The first of many UMBRA Case Files. Ft. The FAT RAT's Monody featuring Laura Brehm
2020-10-3125 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesFiction - Operation Eidolon Part 1Just in time for Halloween, I bring you part 1 of a harrowing tale of bloodcurdling horror and the macabre in the Lovecraftian tradition. Operation Eidolon - One of the first of many UMBRA Case Files. Ft. The FAT RAT's "Monody" featuring Laura Brehm
2020-10-2922 min
Beggars and Brawlers PodcastHow to Speed Date Your BooksMy To-Be-Read list is so long, I had to make a system for picking which book to read next. That delicious wisdom is contained herein, along with a swanky new exit narration by author friend Michael Haspil.
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2020-09-1512 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesWriting A Book Is Secretly EasyI respond to numerous requests on how to get started writing fiction. Here's some shownotes links: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/ KDP University on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3kSoNoq Brandon Sanderson BYU Fiction Course: https://bit.ly/3kMsko6 Stealing Hollywood by A. Sokoloff: https://amzn.to/2E43r6X Linda Rohrbaugh's 3 Logline Pitch: https://bit.ly/3g6LdyH Reedsy.com & Writersdigest.com & Coloradowritingworkshop.com Ft. The FAT RAT's Monody featuring Laura Brehm
2020-08-1745 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesKrull - 37th Anniversary Revisit.Another super early morning recording, in which I reminisce about the 1983 cult-classic fantasy adventure "Krull". With The FAT RAT's Monody featuring Laura Brehm
2020-07-2736 min
Dungeon Crawlers RadioKrull 37th Anniversary ShowJoin the Dungeon Crawlers team along with author Michael Haspil as they talk about the film Krull. Krull is a pop culture classic that was released in 1983 in the shadow of Return of the Jedi. This science fiction fantasy swashbuckling film follows the journey of Prince Colwyn and his group of outlaws on the planet Krull to save his future queen Princess Lyssa from the Beast, his slayers and the creature’s teleporting Black Fortress.
2020-07-261h 17
Dungeon Crawlers RadioKrull 37th Anniversary ShowJoin the Dungeon Crawlers team along with author Michael Haspil as they talk about the film Krull. Krull is a pop culture classic that was released in 1983 in the shadow of Return of the Jedi. This science fiction fantasy swashbuckling film follows the journey of Prince Colwyn and his group of outlaws on the planet Krull to save his future queen Princess Lyssa from the Beast, his slayers and the creature’s teleporting Black Fortress.
2020-07-261h 17
Quantum Froth DispatchesSpecial Order Nine-Three-Seven: Promethius, Aliens, and Head CanonIn which I speak about Prometheus, character-driven vs. Plot-driven storytelling. Actual Machines vs Freakin' Magic, and my headcanon involving Special Order 937. This episode is disjointed because I recorded it at 4:30am... and no, I didn't get up at that time. With The FAT RAT's Monody featuring Laura Brehm
2020-05-0346 min
My Imaginary Friends with L. PenelopeFeeling the SparkTHIS WEEK'S BEST THING: Finding good things in a tough week
John Truby – The Anatomy of Story – https://amzn.to/2VheOOD
Sarra Cannon - Heart Breathings Youtube Channel
Dan Wells 7 Point Plot Structure - https://hunterswritings.com/2016/09/16/7-point-story-structure-resources/
Story Forge cards - http://www.storyforgecards.com/
Michael Haspil QFD podcast - http://qfdpodcast.libsyn.com/
Author Natasha Lane - https://www.instagram.com/natashadlanewrites/
IngramSpark has a coupon for free title setup and revisions until May 31, 2010 using code: INGRAMSPARK2020. - https://www.ingramspark.com/
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2020-04-2729 min
Dungeon Crawlers RadioGaming And The Graveyard ShiftJoin the Dungeon Crawlers team along with special guest author Michael F. Haspil as we talk about Michael’s book, Graveyard Shift and Gaming! Graveyard shift is a gritty urban fantasy police drama with pharaohs, vampires and other supernatural elements.
2020-04-1955 min
Dungeon Crawlers RadioGaming And The Graveyard ShiftJoin the Dungeon Crawlers team along with special guest author Michael F. Haspil as we talk about Michael’s book, Graveyard Shift and Gaming! Graveyard shift is a gritty urban fantasy police drama with pharaohs, vampires and other supernatural elements.
2020-04-1955 min
KT Literary podcastGaming with Mike HaspilIn this episode, Renee interviews fantasy author Michael Haspil, and they take a dive into gaming! Mike is happy to share some of his favorite RPGs, apps, board games, and multiplayer online games, just to name a few. Graveyard Shift is Mike’s gritty urban fantasy. You can buy Mike’s awesome (and dark) supernatural police procedural here! https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780765379634Mike says, it’s like “Miami Vice, but with mummies, werewolves, and vampires.” Mike’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelHaspilCheck out his podcast!: http://qfdpodcast.libsyn.com/ He al...
2020-04-0146 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesUsing Tabletop Games To Help Your Writing ExperimentIn which I speak about how to use Tabletop Games and tools to help your writing. This episode was an experiment recorded on an Apple Watch while driving. Steve Jackson Games = http://www.sjgames.com/ GURPS Lite = http://www.sjgames.com/gurps/lite/ GURPS Bibliography = http://www.sjgames.com/gurps/biblios.html FATE Accelerated = https://fate-srd.com/fate-accelerated/get-started Rory's Story Cubes = https://www.storycubes.com/en/ Runes for Writers = https://www.marc-graham.com/runes Storyforge Cards = http://www.storyforgecards.com/Intro.html O...
2020-03-051h 02
Quantum Froth DispatchesInterview with Andrew HainesIn which I speak with debut fantasy author Andrew Haines about his novel, THE SEEDS OF EVERMORE. We talk about the genre of Isekai, the differences between LitRPG and GameLit, and touch on PTSD and some more serious subjects. You can find his book in paperback and kindle here: https://amzn.to/38Wini2 ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u
2019-12-2157 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesJoker-Thoughts and ObservationsIn which I speak of my observations and theories of the film and the so-called "controversy" surrounding it. I can't stop thinking about it, so figured you might as well suffer too. ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u
2019-10-061h 11
Quantum Froth DispatchesMatrix Panel recap from Denver PopConIn which I speak of whether or not The Matrix is still relevant 20 years later, Red Pilling, Nick Bostrom's simulation theory, and the "firewall" theory. ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u
2019-06-281h 07
Quantum Froth DispatchesAn Interview with Daniel SwensonIn this episode of QFD, I interview Daniel Swenson author of A DRAGON's FATE and host of Dungeon Crawler's Radio! You can find A DRAGON's FATE Here: https://amzn.to/31NRpWt You can find A SHADOW ABOVE THE FLAMES Here: https://amzn.to/2IDzABI Dungeon Crawlers Radio Podcast here: http://www.dungeoncrawlersradio.com/ Website: http://www.dragonsfate.com Twitter: @DanielSwenson77 Facebook:@AuthorDanielSwenson ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-06-241h 12
Quantum Froth DispatchesR-A: Villains Panel recap from Denver PopConIn which I speak of the Villains panel at Denver Pop Culture convention and try and recreate some of the topics covered there. Topics involve, What is the difference between and Antagonist, a Contagonist, an Anti-Hero, and a Villain. With examples. ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-06-191h 08
Quantum Froth DispatchesTRON -- Do You Believe In The Users?Greetings Programs! In this episode, I talk about Tron, Tron: Legacy, and the Matrix (although most of that is edited out because I will talk about it in a future podcast). ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-06-121h 03
Quantum Froth DispatchesInterview with Claire L. FishbackIn which we speak of things that go bump in the night, the scary darkness of weird cabinets, and Shirley Jackson. You can find LUMP: A Collection of Short Stories here: https://amzn.to/2QAbZEl Pre-order BLOOD OF SEVEN here: https://bit.ly/2VZIL2Y Comes out on the 21st. Book release on the 29th at 3-5pm at the BookBar in Denver. FB & Twitter: @clairelfishback Instagram: @mrsfish2009 YOU'VE GOT A BOOK IN YOU is by Elizabeth Sims
2019-05-311h 06
Quantum Froth DispatchesQFD R-A Message: Is Game of Thrones Ruined?SPOILERS SPOILERS SPOILERS IN WHICH I SPEAK ABOUT THE EVENTS OF "THE BELLS" AND THE WRITING ON THIS SEASON. I get a little long winded on this one, so if you just want to cut to the chase go to 41:30. SPOILERS SPOILERS SPOILERS ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tm
2019-05-1456 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesStar Trek - TWOK Pt. 8 - The One With the WhalesIn which I speak about the aftermath of Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan and do a whirlwind flyby of Star Trek III: The Search For Spock and Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-05-131h 23
Quantum Froth DispatchesInterview with Levi JacobsIn which we speak about writing influences (Tolkien), Joseph Campbell, Indy Author resources, and other strange things like bike riding around Lake Victoria. You can find Levi's Books Here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QHF47CG Levi's Site is here: www.levijacobs.com The Novella sign-up is here: http://eepurl.com/c3GrIT 50 free books giveaway (incl my novella): https://storyoriginapp.com/to/TEI8NhwZ ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-04-301h 07
Quantum Froth DispatchesStar Trek - TWOK Pt7. - The Needs of the Many In which I speak about the conclusion of the film, Timelocks versus Optionlocks to create drama and suspense, and closing up all the loose ends. ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-04-1359 min
Life After the Cover Save - Warhammer 40k PodcastLAtCS 245We talk with writer and uber-nerd Michael F. Haspil! A sweet dude and good talker. Check out all of his outputs at his website: http://michaelhaspil.apocprod.com/
2019-04-011h 33
Quantum Froth DispatchesR-A Message: Camp NanoWriMo2 Days until the kickoff of Camp NaNoWriMo for you writer types. More info here: www.campnanowrimo.org. ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-03-3014 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesStar Trek - TWOK Pt7. - By The BookThe next episode of our deep deep dive into Star Trek 2:TWOK. In which I speak about the rule of 3 and how to build tension in a scene, Kirk's character moments, and how to do visual FX in 1982! ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-03-291h 17
Quantum Froth DispatchesStar Trek - TWOK Pt5. - One of OursIn which I discuss the events of the film through the Enterprise's first encounter with Reliant, the Freudian Trio of Star Trek (sometimes called the Star Trek triumvirate), the origins of Slash fic, and how symmetry and repetition can be used in storytelling. ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-03-151h 15
Quantum Froth DispatchesStar Trek - TWOK Pt5. - Kobayashi MaruIn which I go on about the storytelling power of Nicolas Meyer and how much he accomplishes in just 5 minutes during the Kobayashi Maru introduction to Star Trek: TWOK....among other things. ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-03-061h 20
Quantum Froth DispatchesPatreon Special - Warhammer 30K & 40K FavoritesIn which I speak about what I love about Warhammer 40,000 and 30K and what kind of stories I would write if I had free rein to do what I would like. ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-02-2042 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesStar Trek - TWOK Pt4. - The Undiscovered CountryIn which I talked about the start of production, the players, and the choice of titles and the themes that govern Star Trek II. ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-02-111h 08
Quantum Froth DispatchesStar Trek - TWOK Pt3. - Slow MotionIn which I discuss the trials and tribble-ations of "Star Trek: The Motion Picture". ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-02-021h 06
Quantum Froth DispatchesStar Trek 2 - The Wrath of Khan Pt.2 - "The Before Time"In which I discuss the period after "Space Seed" and the trials and tribble-ations of the "Star Trek" franchise from the late 60's to the late 70's. The Book I mentioned was "The Fifty Year Mission: The First 25 Years" by Edward Gross & Mark A. Altman ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-01-221h 09
Quantum Froth DispatchesStar Trek 2: TWOK Pt.1 - "Space Seed"In which I discuss the origins of Star Trek and do a deep dive into "Space Seed", the episode that introduced us to Khan Noonien Singh, and just how honest is Captain Kirk anyway? ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk
2019-01-071h 43
Quantum Froth DispatchesInterview with L.S. Hawker - The ThrowawaysIn which I speak with USA Today Bestseller L.S. Hawker about her upcoming novel "The Throwaways", writing rituals, resistance, and much more! L.S. Hawker's (https://lshawker.com/) Novels here: Amazon: https://amzn.to/2LbbRs8 Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/2LbGlKE ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD ► Twitch channel is www.twitch.tv/Rogue428 Thursdays at 7 pm MTN. ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https...
2018-12-121h 02
Quantum Froth DispatchesJoseph Campbell's Monomyth - The Hero's Journey Pt. 3In which I talk about the remainder of the Supreme Ordeal and then wrap everything up to Return with the Elixir and Master of Both Worlds. ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD Dan Harmon's Story Circle: https://youtu.be/DWcmMc9jS8s Alexandra Sokoloff's Book "Stealing Hollywood" is here: http://a.co/d/gBU7pGu Pick up "The Hero With A Thousand Faces" Here: http://a.co/d/b20na2H Pick up "The Writer's Journey...
2018-11-2853 min
Quantum Froth DispatchesJoseph Campbell's Monomyth - The Hero's Journey Pt. 2In which we cover the stages from Crossing the Threshold to the First 2 parts of the Supreme Ordeal, while I try to avoid too much psychology and talk about how stories can be used to control people. ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD Alexandra Sokoloff's Book "Stealing Hollywood" is here: http://a.co/d/gBU7pGu David Wong's Cracked Article "5 Ways You Don't Realize Movies Are Controlling Your Brain" is here: https://bit.ly/18qigtN Pick up "The He...
2018-11-191h 02
Quantum Froth DispatchesJoseph Campbell's Monomyth - The Hero's Journey Part 1In which I discuss Joseph Campbell's Monomyth, Christopher Vogler's distillation, and move from the Ordinary World to Crossing the First Threshold. ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD Pick up "The Hero With A Thousand Faces" Here: http://a.co/d/b20na2H Pick up "The Writer's Journey" Here: http://a.co/d/0br597h ► Music and cues, used with permission, by: TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk h...
2018-11-141h 10Quantum Froth DispatchesAn Interview with Steve VeraIn which I speak to Steve Vera about how he became an author, found an agent, and the stories that influence him. Steve's just a guy who wishes he could fire lightning out of his fingertips. Afflicted with wanderlust at the age of seventeen, he's lived in seven states, briefly served in the U.S. Air Force as a Pararescue Trainee, and has a profound aversion to mint chocolate chip ice cream. Steve currently straddles two worlds--one foot in his hometown of Elmwood, CT, the other in Sunnyside, Queens, NY. Website: http://stevewvera.com/ ...
2018-11-1217 minQuantum Froth DispatchesNaNoWriMo Microsode - Advice on how to finish.It's November 1st and time for NaNoWriMo! Ever wanted to write a book? Now's your chance, 50,000 words, 30 days. No negotiations. Get going. I've done NaNoWriMo for about 10 years now and I give you some tips and pointers on how to succeed. Sign up to participate at www.NaNoWriMo.org I'll be doing write-ins on the QFD Discord Server at least once a week. Invite here: https://discord.gg/d34NtFv ► Music and cues, used with permission, by TheFatRat - Monody (feat. Laura Brehm) https://youtu.be/B7xai5u_tnk https://spoti.fi/2...
2018-11-0219 minQuantum Froth DispatchesThe Legacy of Conan - Conan the Barbarian Pt.6In which I talk about some Urban Legends, the other Conan films and TV shows and Barack the Barbarian (yes, that's a thing!) and the future of the Conan character. ► To add the show via RSS feed, use this address: https://qfdpodcast.libsyn.com/rss ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD You can pick up a copy of my award-winning novel: GRAVEYARD SHIFT here or at fine booksellers everywhere: http://a.co/byHPcgf Get the audio-book for GRAV...
2018-10-2956 minQuantum Froth DispatchesInterview with Betsy DornbuschIn which I speak to Betsy about her writing habits and her favorite stories. Betsy Dornbusch is the author of over a dozen short stories, three novellas, and four novels. She lives in Colorado with her family. She is the author of the BOOKS OF THE SEVEN EYES trilogy (EXILE, EMISSARY, ENEMY), which is one of my favorite epic fantasy stories. Her new book, THE SILVER SCAR, was called "a spellbinding saga" by Publisher's Weekly, and is on sale, right meow! Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/2CFGsMc Amazon: http://a.co/d...
2018-10-2617 minQuantum Froth DispatchesThe Battle of the Mounds - Conan the Barbarian Part 5In which I talk about the raid on Thulsa Doom's Mountain of Power, Valeria's funeral, The Battle of the Mounds, Thulsa Doom's end, and Yasmina's fate. ► To add the show via RSS feed, use this address: https://qfdpodcast.libsyn.com/rss ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD You can pick up a copy of my award-winning novel: GRAVEYARD SHIFT here or at fine booksellers everywhere: http://a.co/byHPcgf Get the audio-book for GRAVEYARD SHIFT, read by the...
2018-10-1758 minQuantum Froth DispatchesAn Interview with Aliza Mann - BREAKING HIS RULES ALIZA MANN - Having developed a preoccupation with reading as a small child, her mother would literally have to bribe her to go outside and play with her friends. After finding her first romance novel abandoned at a Detroit bus stop when she was fourteen, Aliza read it and was instantly hooked. In 2010, she began honing her skills and joined Romance Writers of America, in addition to the Greater Detroit Romance Writers, a local chapter near her home. She has discovered that while her muse dictates what stories are written and when, she does get to at least pick...
2018-10-1015 minQuantum Froth DispatchesAn Interview with Leslye Penelope - SONG OF BLOOD AND STONELESLYE PENELOPE has been writing since she could hold a pen and loves getting lost in the worlds in her head. She is the author of fantasy, new adult, and paranormal romance with characters who match the real world. Her debut novel, SONG OF BLOOD & STONE, won the 2016 Self-Publishing eBook Award from the Black Caucus of the American Library Association. The fantasy series was picked up by St. Martin’s Press for publication starting 2018. She’s also an award-winning independent filmmaker, co-founded a literary magazine, and sometimes dreams in HTML. Her novel SONG OF BLOOD AND STONE is a...
2018-10-0115 minQuantum Froth DispatchesQuantum Froth Dispatches - Interview with Michael J. MartinezThis time I bring you an interview with Michael J. Martinez. We talk about the World of Darkness & Gaming with writing, writing to deadline, and what the future holds. Michael J. Martinez spent nearly 20 years as a professional writer and journalist, including stints at The Associated Press and ABCNEWS.com. After telling other people’s stories for the bulk of his career, he's happy that he can now be telling a few of his own creation. He is a member of the Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America and International Thriller Writers. When not being a parent or wr...
2018-09-2715 minQuantum Froth DispatchesQuantum Froth Dispatches - Interview with Sara MegibowThis time I bring you an interview with my agent, Sara Megibow. We were limited on time but managed to talk about some good advice for aspiring authors who may be querying for the first time. Sara Megibow is a literary agent with about fourteen years of experience in publishing. Sara specializes in working with authors in middle grade, young adult, romance, erotica, science fiction and fantasy and represents New York Times bestselling authors Roni Loren and Jason Hough and international bestselling authors Stefan Bachmann and Tiffany Reisz. Sara is LGBTQ-friendly and presents regularly at SCBWI and RW...
2018-09-2716 minQuantum Froth DispatchesContemplate this on the Tree of Woe - Conan the Barbarian Pt.4In which I talk about the Riddle of Steel, the Tree of Woe, the nature of villainy in film, and the nadir of the Monomyth Cycle. ► To add the show via RSS feed, use this address: https://qfdpodcast.libsyn.com/rss ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD You can pick up a copy of my award-winning novel: GRAVEYARD SHIFT here or at fine booksellers everywhere: http://a.co/byHPcgf Get the audio-book for GRAVEYARD SHIFT, read by the...
2018-09-2741 minQuantum Froth DispatchesInterview with Marc GrahamThis time I bring you an interview with author Marc Graham. We talk about all kinds of things from ancient Egypt to ancient maps, his new projects, and of course, storytelling. Marc Graham is an author, speaker, story coach, shamanic practitioner, and whisky aficionado (Macallan 18, one ice cube). His novels include Of Ashes and Dust (March 2017), Song of Songs: A Novel of the Queen of Sheba (May 2019), and Prince of the West (late 2019). He is also the developer of the Runes for Writers creativity-booster system. When not on stage, in a pub, or bound to his computer, he...
2018-09-271h 00Quantum Froth DispatchesConan the Barbarian Part 3 - Steal My Daughter Back!In which I talk about the beginning of the Hero's Journey, the Tower of Set, Valeria, and the actual start of the first part of the adventure. ► To add the show via RSS feed, use this address: https://qfdpodcast.libsyn.com/rss ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD You can pick up a copy of my award-winning novel: GRAVEYARD SHIFT here or at fine booksellers everywhere: http://a.co/byHPcgf Get the audio-book for GRAVEYARD SHIFT, read by t...
2018-09-2744 minQuantum Froth DispatchesRiders of Doom - Conan the Barbarian Part 2In which I talk about the "prologue" that constitutes the 1st Act of the Conan the Barbarian ► To add the show via RSS feed, use this address: https://qfdpodcast.libsyn.com/rss ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD You can pick up a copy of my award-winning novel: GRAVEYARD SHIFT here or at fine booksellers everywhere: http://a.co/byHPcgf Get the audio-book for GRAVEYARD SHIFT, read by the incredible Michael Kramer here: https://adbl.co/2OQZO4Z
2018-09-2736 minQuantum Froth DispatchesQFD - Interview with BORN TO BE MAGIC author Jessica McDonald Writer, speaker, geek. Jessica writes urban fantasy and YA, and is a purveyor of real-life magic. Powered by caffeine, ridiculousness, and charm and proudly indigenous. A two-time Zebulon Award winner, she is currently working on her sixth novel, a Dine-inspired YA paranormal called SKY MARKED. She belongs to Pikes Peak Writers and Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers, as well as the Highlands Ranch Fiction Writers. Find her on Twitter at @coloradojess, Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/naturallymadewithwords), Instagram at @coloradojessica, or on her super geeky roleplay Tumblr (http://soulbranded.tumblr.com). Or possibly all of those at once. To cla...
2018-09-2744 minQuantum Froth DispatchesQFD - Conan The Barbarian 1982 - Part 1In which I reminisce about some fond memories seeing the film for the first time, Robert E. Howard, and the Riders of Doom. ► To add the show via RSS feed, use this address: https://qfdpodcast.libsyn.com/rss ► If you would like to support the podcast, find out how by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/QFD You can pick up a copy of my award-winning novel: GRAVEYARD SHIFT here or at fine booksellers everywhere: http://a.co/byHPcgf Get the audio-book for GRAVEYARD SHIFT, read by the incredible Michael Kram...
2018-09-2733 minQuantum Froth DispatchesIntroduction & What was in the water in 1982?In which we discuss what are Quantum Froth Dispatches, introduce the concept of the show, and lay out the path for Season 1. What was in the water in 1982? It seems almost everything fired on all cylinders. Music and Cues provided by: The FAT RAT's "Monody" featuring Laura Brehm: https://spoti.fi/2PlmTfq
2018-09-2713 min
Dungeon Crawlers RadioThe Corriea & Haspil InterviewsJoin the Dungeon Crawlers team as speak with authors Larry Corriea and Michael Haspil while at FanX in Salt Lake. Both authors take the time to talk about their latest projects, upcoming projects and take some time to give some advice about writing.
2018-09-1322 min
Dungeon Crawlers RadioThe Corriea & Haspil InterviewsJoin the Dungeon Crawlers team as speak with authors Larry Corriea and Michael Haspil while at FanX in Salt Lake. Both authors take the time to talk about their latest projects, upcoming projects and take some time to give some advice about writing.
2018-09-1322 min
The Lively Grind CafeCritique GroupsStuff we mentioned today: Harvard Law School Parody Illumify Michael F. Haspil Marc Graham Lighthouse Writers Workshop Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers International Thriller Writers Rocky Mountain Mystery Writers of America Grub Street Cambridge Writers Workshop Anthony Franze Don’t Try to Find Me Holly Brown Stolen Carey Baldwin The Mystics of Mile End Sigal Samuel Private Citizens […]
2017-10-0200 min
Castle of Horror PodcastCastle Talk: Michael Haspil, "Graveyard Shift" (Tor)GRAVEYARD SHIFT is the debut novel of Michael Haspil, a hard-boiled noir about an ancient Egyptian Pharaoh masquerading as a detective and investigating supernatural crimes. We talk about the book and entering the writing world.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/castle-of-horror-podcast--4268760/support.
2017-07-2833 min
Dungeon Crawlers RadioThe Graveyard ShiftJoin the Dungeon Crawlers team as they sit down with author Michael Haspil to talk about his debut novel, The Graveyard Shift. This book is an amazing urban fantasy novel with a twist of Noir that any Larry Corriea fan or anyone that is a fan of monster stories would love. Tune in to learn more about this exciting story written my Michael Haspil.
Remember if you haven’t already to like us on Facebook (facebook.com/dungeoncrawlersradio/) or tweet us on Twitter (@DCR_Show). Join the conversation as we want to hear from you as we va...
2017-06-2328 min
Dungeon Crawlers RadioThe Graveyard ShiftJoin the Dungeon Crawlers team as they sit down with author Michael Haspil to talk about his debut novel, The Graveyard Shift. This book is an amazing urban fantasy novel with a twist of Noir that any Larry Corriea fan or anyone that is a fan of monster stories would love. Tune in to learn more about this exciting story written my Michael Haspil.
Remember if you haven’t already to like us on Facebook (facebook.com/dungeoncrawlersradio/) or tweet us on Twitter (@DCR_Show). Join the conversation as we want to hear from you as we va...
2017-06-2328 min