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Thanks for All The Fish! Downbelow Station Wrap-Up & Your Feedback- S&L Ep. 33, Season Finale
by Geek & Sundry
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We've reached the end of our run here on Geek & Sundry, but before we go, its time to wrap up our March pick, C.J.Cherryh's Downbelow Station, see what everyone is talking about over on GoodReads, and venture into Whiteboard Land one last time.
So long and thanks for all the fish!
More on this month's pick, Downbelow Station:
On Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57045.Downbelow_Station
C.J. Cherryh's Webpage: http://www.cherryh.com/
Discussion Links:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1239201-how-much-is-your-library-worth
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1232875-great-first-lines
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1224441-looking-for-great-imaginative-fantasy
"So Much More to Say" by Aaron: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUUWEqit69U
Anthology Submission Guidelines: http://swordandlaser.com/anthology/
Book Release Calendar: http://swordandlaser.com/calendar/
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Zach Smith
C Camera Operator - Amanda Rains
Camera Assistants - Malcolm Gibson, John Ashley
Live Switch - Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - Riley Hagen
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Still Photographer - Mark Ferrando
Engine Specialist - Jarrod Butts
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence (nomasong.com)
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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Police Procedurals! Peter F. Hamilton! And...Cheesy Poofs? - Sword & Laser ep. 32
by Geek & Sundry
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Peter F. Hamilton beams into the space castle to talk his latest novel, Great North Road, why the Commonwealth still has trains, and which of his universes he might be returning to in his upcoming works. Enjoy!
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More on our guest, Peter F. Hamilton:
Website: http://www.peterfhamilton.co.uk/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PeterFHamilton1
Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/25375.Peter_F_Hamilton
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Peter F. Hamilton
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Writer - Becca Canote
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Zach Smith
C Camera Operator - Amanda Rains
Camera Assistants - Malcolm Gibson, John Ashley
Live Switch - Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - Riley Hagen
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Still Photographer - Mark Ferrando
Castle Ensign - Jarrod Butts
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence (nomasong.com)
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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Self-Publishing, Synergy, and R.A. Salvatore! - Sword & Laser Ep. 31
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The author of 22 NYT Best Sellers, creator of Drizzt Do'Urden, and all around fantasy genre luminary R.A. Salvatore joins us to talk what's next for the Drow Ranger, John Fogerty, and why you should quit writing (if you can). Enjoy!
More on our guest, R.A. Salvatore:
Website: http://www.rasalvatore.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/R_A_Salvatore
Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/1023510.R_A_Salvatore
More on Bob's works:
Forgotten Realms:
The Icewind Dale trilogy: http://www.goodreads.com/series/49133
The Dark Elf trilogy: http://www.goodreads.com/series/49135
The Legacy of the Drow: http://www.goodreads.com/series/49177
The Paths of Darkness: http://www.goodreads.com/series/49180
The Sellswords: http://www.goodreads.com/series/40474
The Hunter's Blades: http://www.goodreads.com/series/49178
Transitions: http://www.goodreads.com/series/49181
Neverwinter: http://www.goodreads.com/series/49183
Original Series:
The DemonWars Saga: http://www.goodreads.com/series/60432-the-demonwars-saga
The Crimson Shadow series: http://www.goodreads.com/series/41638-crimson-shadow
The Spearweilder's Tale: http://www.goodreads.com/series/42273-spearwielder-s-tale
The Chronicles of Ynis Aielle: http://www.goodreads.com/series/41845-the-chronicles-of-ynis-aielle
"Metaphorical Basement Lurking" by Aaron: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScRwxs5Jg68
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - R. A. Salvatore
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Writer - Becca Canote
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Zach Smith
C Camera Operator - Amanda Rains
Camera Assistants - Malcolm Gibson, John Ashley
Live Switch - Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - Riley Hagen
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Still Photographer - Mark Ferrando
Castle Ensign - Jarrod Butts
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence (nomasong.com)
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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Kushiel's Legacy, Jacqueline Carey, and More! - Sword and Laser ep. 30
by Geek & Sundry
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Author of the Kushiel's Legacy series, Jacqueline Carey, joins us to talk the inspirations behind her immensely popular series, the power of writing in the first person, and Veronica tries not to butcher anyone's name. Enjoy!
More on our guest, Jacqueline Carey!
On the Web: http://www.jacquelinecarey.com/index.htm
GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/9237.Jacqueline_Carey
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacquelinecarey.author
More on Jacqueline's Works:
Kushiel's Legacy Series:
Phedre's Trilogy: http://www.goodreads.com/series/54527-ph-dre-s-trilogy
Imriel's Trilogy: http://www.goodreads.com/series/54529-imriel-s-trilogy
Moirin's Trilogy: http://www.goodreads.com/series/54528-moirin-s-trilogy
Santa Olivia series: http://www.goodreads.com/series/50337-santa-olivia
The Sundering series: http://www.goodreads.com/series/44721-the-sundering
Agent of Hel series: http://www.goodreads.com/series/78846-agent-of-hel
"An Unexpected Visitor" by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0bIMfZwbE8
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Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Jacqueline Carey
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Writer - Becca Canote
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Justin Robert Young
C Camera Operator - Michael Truncale
Camera Assistants - Michelle Edwards & Malcolm Gibson
Live Switch - John Ashley
Live Graphics - Zach Smith
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Kristina Jansson
? - Zach Smith
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence (nomasong.com)
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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"Downbelow Station" - March Book Club Kick-Off & Your Feedback!
by Geek & Sundry
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We dive into CJ Cherryh's classic Downbelow Station, try to settle the age old question of "which was better: the book or the movie?" and give you the inside scoop on how to become a part of the first ever Sword & Laser anthology! Enjoy!
Discussion Links:
Book vs. Movie: http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1196881-the-movie-is-better-than-the-book
A Night in Lonesome October review by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzN4XJONGXg
Anthology Submission Guidelines: http://swordandlaser.com/anthology/
Book Release Calendar: http://swordandlaser.com/calendar/
Subscribe to Geek and Sundry: http://goo.gl/B62jl
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Michael Truncale
Camera Assistant - Malcolm Gibson
Live Switch - John Ashley
Live Graphics - Zach Smith
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Amanda Rains
No Seriously, We're Worried About Her -Becca Canote
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence (nomasong.com)
"Kick Shock" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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February Book Club: Bridge of Birds Wrap-Up & Your Feedback!
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It's time to find out what everyone thought of Number Ten Ox, and check in on Goodreads for suggestions on good old-fashioned popcorn sci-fi and amateur cartography for our favorite fantasy realms. Enjoy!
More on our February pick, Bridge of Birds:
On GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15177.Bridge_of_Birds
Hughart Fan Site: http://www.barryhughart.org/books.htm
Discussion Links:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1199325-help-with-some-popcorn-sci-fi
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1194416-fantasy-map-index
http://afantasyreader.blogspot.com/2009/04/index-of-maps.html?m=1
"Magical Realism in BoB" by Timm: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDVIjMMx3Tw&feature=youtu.be
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Chad Johnson
C Camera Operator - Michael Truncale
Camera Assistant - Malcolm Gibson
Live Switch - John Ashley
Live Graphics - Zach Smith
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Kristina Jansson
Missing in Action - Becca Canote
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence (nomasong.com)
"Kick Shock" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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Treacherous Spies, Trilogies, and Trudi Canavan! - Sword & Laser ep. 27
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Author of "The Black Magician" trilogy, Trudi Canavan, joins us to talk her Millennium's Rule trilogy, upcoming stand alone works, and her appreciation of fan works. Cheers!
More on our guest, Trudi Canavan:
Website: http://www.trudicanavan.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TrudiCanavan
Pintrest: http://pinterest.com/trudicanavan/
Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15890.Trudi_Canavan
More on Trudi's works:
The Black Magician trilogy: http://www.goodreads.com/series/44134-the-black-magician-trilogy
The Traitor Spy trilogy: http://www.goodreads.com/series/52664-traitor-spy-trilogy
The Age of Five : http://www.goodreads.com/series/40418-age-of-the-five
"Sucker Punching the Audience" by Aaron: http://youtu.be/GO__-fXUhRg
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Trudi Canavan
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Writer - Becca Canote
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Chad Johnson
C Camera Operator - Michael Truncale
Camera Assistants - Michelle Edwards
Live Switch - John Ashley
Live Graphics - Zach Smith
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Amanda Giaria
Easter Egg -
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence (nomasong.com)
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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Stormlight, Steelheart, Sanderson, and more! - Sword & Laser ep. 26
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Brandon Sanderson joins us to talk his upcoming Rithmatist, the Legion film adaptation, and why he was the right guy for the job when it came to finishing Robert Jordan's epic Wheel of Time series. Cheers!
More about our guest, Brandon Sanderson:
On the Web: http://www.brandonsanderson.com/
On Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson
On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson
On Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/38550.Brandon_Sanderson
His Blog: http://www.brandonsanderson.com/blogi
More on Brandon's Works:
The Stormlight Archive series: http://www.goodreads.com/series/49075-the-stormlight-archive
Elantris series: http://www.goodreads.com/series/87970-elantris
Alcatraz series: http://www.goodreads.com/series/45320-alcatraz
Mistborn series: http://www.goodreads.com/series/40910-mistborn
Steelheart series: http://www.goodreads.com/series/93010-steelheart
Legion: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13452375-legion
Warbreaker: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1268479.Warbreaker
The Rithmatist: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/10137823-the-rithmatist
Wheel of Time novels:
The Gathering Storm: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1166599.The_Gathering_Storm
Towers of Midnight: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8253920-towers-of-midnight
A Memory of Light: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7743175-a-memory-of-light
"2300 MIles, Zero Complaints" by Aaron: http://youtu.be/seoavNIDbuc
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Brandon Sanderson
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Writer - Becca Canote
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Chad Johnson
C Camera Operator - Eric Michael Perez
Camera Assistants - John Ashley
Live Switch - Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - Zach Smith
Audio - Riley Hagen
Teleprompter Operator - John Ashley
Haze Technician - John Ashley
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence (nomasong.com)
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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February Book Club: Bridge of Birds Kick-Off & Your Feedback!
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Thanks to an overwhelming response to one of Aaron's recent Whiteboard Review, we're kicking off our February pick, Bridge of Birds by Barry Hughart! Plus, we check in over on GoodReads to talk Gaiman, refreshing Science Fiction, and libraries that don't have any books.
More on our February pick, Bridge of Birds:
On GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15177.Bridge_of_Birds
Hughart Fan Site: http://www.barryhughart.org/books.htm
Discussion Links:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1167500-digital-libraries
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1067161-neil-gaiman-starter-book
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1167079-need-to-expand-my-horizons
"Reconsidering Goblins" by Aaron: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-dJ-BKgTgA
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Chad Johnson
C Camera Operator - Eric Michael Perez
Camera Assistants - John Ashley
Live Switch - Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - Zach Smith
Audio - Riley Hagen
Teleprompter Operator - John Ashley
Castle Operator - John Ashley
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence (nomasong.com)
"Kick Shock" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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January Book Club: Old Man's War Wrap-Up & Your Feedback!
by Geek & Sundry
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Its time to wrap up our January pick, John Scalzi's Old Man's War, check in with everyone over on GoodReads, and get momentarily excited for a new excerpt from GRRM...before remembering that its still going to be a long wait for Winds of Winter. Enjoy!
More on our January pick, Old Man's War:
On GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51964.Old_Man_s_War
From John Scalzi's Blog: http://whatever.scalzi.com/about/books-by-john-scalzi/
Discussion Links:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1163392-bored-woodless
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1163460-grrm-new-extract-of-the-winds-of-winter
http://georgerrmartin.com/if-sample.html
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1160339-what-do-you-guys-think-about-breaking-the-fourth-wall
"A Once Crowded Sky" Review by Aaron: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MuSKLG61lbk
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
C Camera Operator - Eric Michael Perez
Camera Assistants - Christian Baci
Live Switch - John Ashley
Live Graphics - Zach Smith
Audio - Riley Hagen
Teleprompter Operator - Christian Baci
Tissue Supplier -
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence (nomasong.com)
"Kick Shock" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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Books, Brooks...And More Books: Our Interview with Terry Brooks! - Sword & Laser ep. 23
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Terry Brooks, the mastermind behind the world of Shannara, joins us to discuss what's coming up in the Dark Legacy of Shannara, his ventures into standalone e-books, and the advice he'd give to new fantasy authors.
More about our guest, Terry Brooks:
On the Web: http://www.terrybrooks.net/
On Twitter: https://twitter.com/officialbrooks
On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialterrybrooks
On G+: https://plus.google.com/u/0/106756046894387044266/posts
On Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/9629.Terry_Brooks
More on Terry's Works:
Original Shannara Trilogy: http://www.goodreads.com/series/49525-the-original-shannara-trilogy
Heritage of Shannara: http://www.goodreads.com/series/40325-heritage-of-shannara
Voyage of Jerle Shannara: http://www.goodreads.com/series/42961-voyage-of-the-jerle-shannara
Word & Void: http://www.goodreads.com/series/44330-word-the-void
Genesis of Shannara: http://www.goodreads.com/series/40860-genesis-of-shannara
Legends of Shannara: http://www.goodreads.com/series/49107-legends-of-shannara
High Druid of Shannara: http://www.goodreads.com/series/44034-high-druid-of-shannara
Dark Legacy of Shannara: http://www.goodreads.com/series/74801-the-dark-legacy-of-shannara
Paladins of Shannara: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15743635-paladins-of-shannara
Landover: http://www.goodreads.com/series/41934-magic-kingdom-of-landover
"Exactly What You Wanted" by Aaron: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fDcSqVAUxo
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Terry Brooks
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Writer - Becca Canote
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
C Camera Operator - Eric Michael Perez
Camera Assistant - Christian Baci
Live Switch - John Ashley
Live Graphics - Zach Smith
Audio - Riley Hagen
Teleprompter Operator - Christian Baci
Transport Engineer - Christian Baci
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence (nomasong.com)
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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Trash Talking Angels and Tad Williams - Sword & Laser ep 22
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Author of our November pick, The Dirty Streets of Heaven, Tad Williams, joins us in the space castle to give us a little insight on the future of Bobby Dollar, why cats haunt his dreams, and what advice Present Tad would give to Young Adult Tad.
More about our guest, Tad Williams:
On the Web: http://www.tadwilliams.com/
On Twitter: https://twitter.com/tadwilliams
On Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6587.Tad_Williams
More on Tad's Works:
Tailchaser's Song: http://www.tadwilliams.com/books/tailchasers-song/
War of the Flowers: http://www.tadwilliams.com/books/war-of-the-flowers/
Caliban's Hour: http://www.tadwilliams.com/books/calibans-hour/
Shadowmarch series: http://www.goodreads.com/series/43486-shadowmarch
Otherland series: http://www.goodreads.com/series/43762-otherland
Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn series: http://www.goodreads.com/series/49188-memory-sorrow-and-thorn
The Bobby Dollar series: http://www.goodreads.com/series/76112-bobby-dollar
Otherland:The Game: http://www.tadwilliams.com/books/otherland-game/
"Tad the Great" by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYCBozUHkuk
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guests - Tad Williams
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Writer - Becca Canote
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Keith Eggel
B Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
C Camera Operator - Christian Baci
Jib Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
Camera Assistants - Riley Hagen
Live Switch - John Ashley
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Fumigation Technician - Riley Hagen
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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"Old Man's War" Kick-Off: Sword & Laser January Book Club - ep. 21
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We're making good on one of our S&L New Year Resolutions by kicking off the oft-requested ld Man's War by John Scalzi! Enjoy, Nick (and everyone else)!
More about our January pick, Old Man's War:
On GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51964.Old_Man_s_War
E-Mails, Discussions & Video Questions:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1106226-there-s-no-e-in-reading
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1107850-the-long-con
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1112807-new-to-scifi-fantasy-needing-suggestions
"Kraken" Review by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8jDDpNQ8mI
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Keith Eggel
B Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill -
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The Hobbit Wrap-Up: December Book Club - Sword & Laser ep. 20
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We've survived the Mayan Apocalypse, which means its time to wrap up our final pick of 2012, JRR Tolkien's The Hobbit, let you know how we enjoyed the movie adaptation, and check in with everyone over on Goodreads. See you in 2013!
More about our December pick, The Hobbit:
On GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5907.The_Hobbit
The Hobbit movie: http://www.thehobbit.com/
E-Mails, Discussions & Video Questions:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1126126-what-go-you-started
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1127900-reading-goals-challenge-for-2013
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1128479-fantasy-faction-s-top-10-anticipated-fantasy-books-for-2013
"Tolkein & Faerie Stories" by Timm: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiCqCHESo4Y&feature=youtube_gdata
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Writer - Becca Canote
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Keith Eggel
B Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
C Camera Operator - Derrick Carbiener
Jib Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
Camera Assistants - Riley Hagen
Live Switch - John Ashley
Live Graphics - Becca Canote
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Kristina Jansson
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Kick Shock" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Red Country, Revenge, & Joe Abercrombie - Sword & Laser ep. 19
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Joe Abercrombie, author of The First Law trilogy, joins us to talk his fantasy western Red Country, letting go of fan favorite characters, and Logen Ninefinger's favorite whiskey.
More about our guest, Joe Abercrombie:
On the Web: http://www.joeabercrombie.com/
On Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/276660.Joe_Abercrombie
His recent Reddit AMA: http://www.reddit.com/r/Fantasy/comments/14e1vu/im_joe_abercrombie_ask_me_anything_2012/
More on Joe's Works:
The First Law Trilogy:
The Blade Itself: http://www.joeabercrombie.com/books/the-blade-itself/
Before They Are Hanged: http://www.joeabercrombie.com/books/before-they-are-hanged/
Last Argument of Kings: http://www.joeabercrombie.com/books/the-last-argument-of-kings/
Standalone Novels:
Best Served Cold: http://www.joeabercrombie.com/books/best-served-cold/
The Heroes: http://www.joeabercrombie.com/books/the-heroes/
Red Country: http://www.joeabercrombie.com/books/red-country/
"Morally Ambiguous Grey" by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RI9qDP3Biio
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guests - Joe Abercrombie
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Writer - Becca Canote
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Keith Eggel
B Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
C Camera Operator - Christian Baci
Jib Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
Camera Assistants - Riley Hagen
Live Switch - John Ashley
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Transporter Ensign - Riley Hagen
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Doctor Who, Dragon Kisses, and Paul Cornell - Sword & Laser ep. 18
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We bend space and time to have Paul Cornell, all-around geek writer
extraordinaire, join us to talk London Falling, how he bridged the
Marvel-DC divide, and the next step in his plans for world domination.
More about our guest, Paul Cornell:
On the Web: www.paulcornell.com/
On Goodreads: www.goodreads.com/author/show/63341.Paul_Cornell
On Twitter: twitter.com/Paul_Cornell
On Facebook: www.facebook.com/PaulCornellOfficial
On Pintrest: http://pinterest.com/paulcornell/
More on Paul's Works:
London Falling: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16094514-london-falling
Saucer Country: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13536521-saucer-country-
vol-1
Marvel & DC Comics by Paul:
Superman: The Black Ring: http://www.goodreads.com/series/62210-the-black-
ring
Young Avengers: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6883138-dark-reign
Batman: Knight & Squire: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/10241986-
batman
Demon Knights: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13228422-demon-
knights-vol-1
Paul's Doctor Who work:
Doctor Who: Virgin New Adventures: http://www.goodreads.com/series/40456-
virgin-new-adventures
Bernice Summerfield Audio Dramas: http://www.goodreads.com/series/41407-
bernice-summerfield-audio-drama
Big Finish Doctor Who Audio Dramas: http://www.goodreads.com/series/53351-
big-finish-doctor-who-audio-dramas
"Blueprint for World Domination" by Aaron: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=UlC7saNwYgI
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Paul Cornell
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Writer - Becca Canote
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Andrew Hurd
C Camera Operator - Pedro Martin Del Campo
Camera Assistants - Kristina Jansson
Live Switch - Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - Zach Smith
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Station Upkeeper - Riley Hagen
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John
Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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"The Hobbit" Kick-Off - Sword & Laser December Book Club
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We kick-off a Classic Sword pick, J.R.R. Tolkein's The Hobbit, find out what THE Cloud Atlas is all about, and reassure Lem that he's still our favorite dragon.
More about our December pick, The Hobbit:
On GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5907.The_Hobbit
The Hobbit movie: http://www.thehobbit.com/
E-Mails & GoodReads Discussions:
http://www.theawl.com/2012/11/ways-in-which-the-movie-cloud-atlas-has-changed-my-life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IeEdIBuanmU
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1090560-who-s-your-favorite-dragon
Bridge of Birds Review by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5x2xmrE0-c
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Writer - Becca Canote
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Andrew Hurd
C Camera Operator - Christian Baci
Camera Assistant - Kristina Jansson, Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - John Ashley
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Dragon Handler - Kristina Jansson
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Kick Shock" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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"The Dirty Streets of Heaven" Wrap-Up - Sword & Laser November Book Club
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Turkey has been gobbled, NaNoWriMo is drawing to a close, and that means its time to wrap-up Tad Williams' The Dirty Streets of Heaven and check in with the discussions happening over on GoodReads.
More about our November pick, The Dirty Streets of Heaven:
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13542846-the-dirty-streets-of-heaven
Discussion Threads:
Gift Giving in the Digital Age: http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1079513-gifting-in-the-digital-age
DRM Free E-Books: http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1087195-copyright-free-published-books and https://www.smashwords.com
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Writer - Becca Canote
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Andrew Hurd
C Camera Operator - Christian Baci
Camera Assistant - Kristina Jansson, Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - John Ashley
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Dragon Handler - Kristina Jansson
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Kick Shock" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Space Castles, Beards, and Patrick Rothfuss - Sword & Laser ep. 17
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Patrick Rothfuss, author of The Kingkiller Chronicles, joins us in the space castle to talk world building, beard growing, and how he ripped off Sir Issac Newton.
More about our guest, Patrick Rothfuss:
On the Web: http://www.patrickrothfuss.com/content/index.asp
On Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/108424.Patrick_Rothfuss
On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Patrick.Rothfuss
On G+: https://plus.google.com/106388983874370865380/posts
More on The Kingkiller Chronicles:
Main Series: http://www.patrickrothfuss.com/content/books.asp
The Name of the Wind excerpt: http://www.patrickrothfuss.com/content/book1ex.asp
On GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/series/45262-the-kingkiller-chronicle
More on Patrick Rothfuss' Other Projects:
The Story Board: http://blog.patrickrothfuss.com/2012/08/the-story-board-episode-1/ http://www.geekandsundry.com/forums/categories/the-story-boa rd http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL732306086FEE42E9
World Builders: http://worldbuilders.org/
Get the 2013 Literary Pin-Up Calendar: http://thetinkerspacks.bigcartel.com/
The Adventure of the Princess and Mr: Whiffle: http://tinyurl.com/am7qhfs
"Pat Rothfuss: Literary Rule Breaker" by Aaron: http://youtu.be/tZkVtt9yb58 -
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Pop-Tarts, LARPing, and Jim Butcher - Sword & Laser ep. 16
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Jim Butcher joins us to talk about Harry Dresden's latest adventure, his upcoming steampunk series, and how LARP helps shape his world building.
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More about our guest, Jim Butcher:
On the Web: http://www.jim-butcher.com/
On Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/10746.Jim_Butcher
On Twitter: https://twitter.com/longshotauthor
More on The Dresden Files:
Main Series: http://www.jim-butcher.com/books/dresden
Side Jobs: http://www.jim-butcher.com/books/dresden/side-jobs
Comics: http://www.jim-butcher.com/books/dresden/comics
Television Series: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Dresden_Files_(TV_series)
RPG: http://www.evilhat.com/home/category/dresden-files-rpg-game-news/
On GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/series/40346-the-dresden-files
More on The Codex Alera:
Series: http://www.jim-butcher.com/books/alera
Wiki: http://codexalera.wikia.com/wiki/Codex_Alera_Wiki
On GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/series/45545-codex-alera
LARP with Jim!
http://www.jim-butcher.com/jim/game-with-jim
http://www.heroicit.net/
http://www.heroicit.net/Central
"Butcher, Wordsworth, and Pop-Tarts" by Aaron: http://youtu.be/z1_Pu4ixJhY
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guests - Jim Butcher
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Writer- Becca Canote
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Andrew Hurd
C Camera Operator - Christian Baci
Camera Assistant - Kristina Jansson
Live Graphics - John Ashley
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Dragon Handler - Kristina Jansson
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Trilogy? Nonology? Pen Names? Robin Hobb! - Sword & Laser ep. 15
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We sit down with Robin Hobb to discuss her penchant for pen names, what's she currently working on, and her epic trilogies, or are they a nonology? dodecology? We're not sure either, but regardless, enjoy!
More about our guest, Robin Hobb:
On the Web: http://robinhobb.com/
On Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/25307.Robin_Hobb
On Twitter: https://twitter.com/robinhobb
More on Megan Lindholm:
On the Web: http://www.meganlindholm.com/
On GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/53255.Megan_Lindholm
More on The Inheritance: http://robinhobb.com/novels/the-inheritance/
Hobb's Works:
The Farseer Trilogy:
Assassin's Apperentice: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45107.Assassin_s_Apprentice
Royal Assassin: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/68487.Royal_Assassin
Assassin's Quest: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45112.Assassin_s_Quest
The Tawny Man Trilogy:
Fool's Errand: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/68488.Fool_s_Errand
Golden Fool: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45109.Golden_Fool
Fool's Fate: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45108.Fool_s_Fate
The Liveship Traders Trilogy:
Ship of Magic: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45100.Ship_of_Magic
The Mad Ship: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45101.The_Mad_Ship
Ship of Destiny: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45102.Ship_of_Destiny
The Soldier Son Trilogy:
Shaman's Crossing: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45110.Shaman_s_Crossing
Forest Mage: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45106.Forest_Mage
Renegade's Magic: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1593623.Renegade_s_Magic
The Rain Wild Chronicles:
The Dragon Keeper: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4703450-the-dragon-keeper
Dragon Haven: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7011403-dragon-haven
City of Dragons: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/11801463-city-of-dragons
Whiteboard Introduction to Robin Hobb by Aaron: http://youtu.be/PWvGdRcXQJ4
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guests - Robin Hobb
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
C Camera Operator - Andrew Hurd
Camera Assistant - Riley Hagen
Live Graphics - John Ashley
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Dragon Handler - Riley Hagen
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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"The Dirty Streets of Heaven" Kick-Off - Sword & Laser November Book Club
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It's November, and while its not quite time for turkey, it is time for us to kick-off our book for the month, Tad Williams' The Dirty Streets of Heaven! Enjoy!
More about our November pick, The Dirty Streets of Heaven:
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13542846-the-dirty-streets-of-heaven
Discussion Threads:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1061532-nanowrimo-2012
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1058463-cover-art-is-it-just-me
3D S&L Pub by Roel: https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-yzpUYg23bao/UH86Oifb0MI/AAAAAAAABSA/j-wE6GbI87s/w497-h373/2012-10-17
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guests - Robin Hobb
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
C Camera Operator - Andrew Hurd
Camera Assistant - Riley Hagen
Live Graphics - John Ashley
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Dragon Handler - Riley Hagen
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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"Cloud Atlas" Wrap-Up - Sword & Laser October Book Club
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Before you head to the theatres to see the film adaptation of Mitchell's Cloud Atlas, join us in the space pub as we wrap-up our October pick and check in with everyone on GoodReads!
More about our October pick, Cloud Atlas:
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49628.Cloud_Atlas
More on the Cloud Atlas film adaptation:
http://www.cloudatlasmovie.com
http://www.facebook.com/cloudatlas
Trailer: http://youtu.be/ByehYal_cCs
Discussion Threads:
http://www.goodreads.com/group/bookshelf/4170-the-sword-and-laser
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1036631-neurotagging
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/983371-ai-taking-over-the-world
Orbital Resonance review by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Rl3-u4VXSo
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Gail Carriger
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - John Ashley
C Camera Operator - Andrew Hurd
Camera Assistant- Casey
Live Graphics- Patrick O'Neill
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Sterilization Vestibule Operator - Casey
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
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Tea-Punk, Vampires, and Gail Carriger - Sword & Laser ep. 14
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Gail Carriger joins us in the space castle for tea time, a lesson in Victorian vampire name pronunciation, and what's forthcoming from the 'Parasol Protectorate' universe!
Find Gail Carriger online!
GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2891665.Gail_Carriger
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gailcarrigerr
Website: http://gailcarriger.com/
Retro Fashion Blog: http://retrorack.blogspot.com/
Our Author Guide to Gail Carriger links:
Background on the Author:
http://www.steampunktribune.com/2010/10/oi9-interview-with-ms-gail-carriger.html
http://gailcarriger.com/images/home/gail.png
http://pics4.city-data.com/cpicc/cfiles32879.jpg
http://new.oberlin.edu/
http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/archaeology/index.aspx
http://anthro.ucsc.edu/graduate/anthropological-archaeology.html
'The Parasol Protectorate' series:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soulless_(novel)
http://www.orbitbooks.net/soulless/
http://www.nelsonagency.com/sales_bestsellers.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Changeless_(novel)
http://www.orbitbooks.net/2010/04/07/changeless-becomes-a-new-york-times-bestseller/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blameless_(novel)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heartless_(Carriger_novel)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeless_(novel)
What's the 'Parasol Protectorate' like? Think...Austen meets Wodehouse:
http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=jane-austen-arsenic
http://www.sjgames.com/gurps/books/steamtech/img/cover_lg.jpg
http://userserve-ak.last.fm/serve/_/10583185/PG+Wodehouse+newsgraphics2008_437680a.jpg
http://aram.dcmembers.com/wp-content/uploads/images/drones1.jpg
http://img.costumecraze.com/images/vendors/california/00944-Adult-Deluxe-Victorian-Vampire-Costume-large.jpg
http://www.abebooks.com/images/Featured/BritHumour/jeeves-wooster-fry-laurie-wodehouse.jpg
http://www.vulcaniasubmarine.com/JULES%20VERNE_files/image003.gif
http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-ash3/50498_82390221547_7421055_n.jpg
Upcoming Works:
'The Finishing School' series
http://gailcarriger.livejournal.com/165360.html
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/10874177-etiquette-espionage
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15723286-deportment-deceit
'The Parasol Protectorate Abroad' series
http://gailcarriger.livejournal.com/183514.html
http://www.examiner.com/images/blog/replicate/EXID13907/images/281334-robert-pattinson-edward-twilight.jpg
http://kingdomofleo.com/knightlydelights/2010/eclipse-werewolves-02.jpg
http://www.boomtron.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Robert-Pattinson-and-Kristen-Stewart13.jpg
http://www.hachettebookgroup.com/_images/Contributors/images_main/1072819_215X340.jpg
http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs14/f/2007/018/4/5/Vampire_Tea_by_Thunderbun.jpg
http://modculture.typepad.com/.a/6a00d83451cbb069e20133f48b7bc3970b-800wi
Extras:
http://cruciality.files.wordpress.com/2009/08/willem-dafoe-vampire.jpg
http://gailcarriger.livejournal.com/pics/catalog/47887/895142
http://www.blanchesplace.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/Project1.jpg
http://www.tumblr.com/tagged/parasol-protectorate-abroad
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nifKcvAwrAA/TaSm7N25EoI/AAAAAAAAEDc/cmGLQLM_Yvk/s1600/article-1193865-056765DB000005DC-274_468 x369.jpg
'The Importance of Proper Ettiquette' by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuPnf1FaDSE
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Gail Carriger
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - John Ashley
C Camera Operator - Andrew Hurd
Camera Assistant- Casey
Live Graphics- Patrick O'Neill
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Sterilization Vestibule Operator - Casey
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
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"Cloud Atlas" Kick-Off - Sword & Laser October Book Club
by Geek & Sundry
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With a movie adaptation coming to theatres on October 26th, we kick-off David Mitchell's Cloud Atlas, check in with the folks over on Goodreads, and giggle like schoolboys at the titles of a few of Tom's favorite pieces of pulp fiction!
More about our October Pick, David Mitchell's Cloud Atlas:
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49628.Cloud_Atlas
Discussion Threads:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/972592-renegade-read-for-august-september-2012-cloud-atlas
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/999082-post-your-pulp-gems
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/993638-serialised-novels-what-do-you-think
Railsea review by David: http://youtu.be/fV17ak0C0_8
Check out the Calendar for upcoming interviews and book picks: http://swordandlaser.com/calendar
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Cherie Priest
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Riley Hagen
C Camera Operator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Camera Assistant- Riley Hagen
Live Graphics- John Ashley
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Reptile Coach- Riley Hagen
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
S&L Intern- "Bear Head" Becca Canote
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Steampunk, Feuding Hillbillies, and Cheri Priest - Sword & Laser ep. 13
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We sit down with Cherie Priest, the author of 'Boneshaker' and all around steampunk extraordinaire, to talk the new direction her writing is taking, why she loves steampunk, and learn a little about a family legend passed down from her "feuding hillbilly" ancestors.
More about our guest, Cherie Priest!
Webpage: http://www.cheriepriest.com/
On Twitter: http://twitter.com/cmpriest
On Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/221253.Cherie_Priest
Some of Cherie Priest's Works:
http://www.cheriepriest.com/2012/09/05/i-want-to-be-the-girl-with-the-most-cake/
http://www.amazon.com/Boneshaker-Sci-Fi-Essential-Books/dp/0765318415
http://www.amazon.com/Dreadnought-Cherie-Priest/dp/0765325780/ref=la_B001IOFIHM_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1346970352&sr=1-1
An Intro to Cherie Priest by Aaron, our Whiteboard Hero: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vEpgBTKbBXU
Check out the Calendar for upcoming interviews and book picks: http://swordandlaser.com/calendar
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Cherie Priest
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Riley Hagen
C Camera Operator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Camera Assistant- Patrick O'Niell
Live Graphics- John Ashley
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Airlock Operator- Patrick O'Neill
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) -
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"Foundation" Wrap-Up - Sword & Laser September Book Club
by Geek & Sundry
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September is drawing to a close, and that means its time to wrap up this month's Laser pick, Foundation by Issac Asimov! We wonder if Hari Seldon could have predicted it was this month's pick...
Learn more about our September pick!
Foundation: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29579.Foundation
Discussion Threads:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/972592-renegade-read-for-august-september-2012-cloud-atlas
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/999082-post-your-pulp-gems
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/993638-serialised-novels-what-do-you-think
Railsea review by David: http://youtu.be/fV17ak0C0_8
Check out the Calendar for upcoming interviews and book picks: http://swordandlaser.com/calendar
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - LeVar Burton
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Riley Hagen
C Camera Operator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Camera Assistant- Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics- John Ashley
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Airlock Operator- Patrick O'Neill
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) -
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The Return of Reading Rainbow! With LeVar Burton - Sword & Laser ep. 12
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Take a look, he's not in a book, he's on Sword & Laser! LeVar Burton joins us to discuss his favorite novels, the future of Reading Rainbow, and what one line he'd strike from our memory of Star Trek: The Next Generation.
More about our guest, LeVar Burton!
Webpage: http://levarburton.com/
On Twitter: https://twitter.com/levarburton
Reading Rainbow App: http://www.rrkidz.com/
Show Notes:
http://whatever.scalzi.com/2012/09/03/the-hugo-winners-2012/
http://www.tor.com/blogs/2012/09/patrick-rothfuss-will-write-more-fantasy-after-the-kingkiller-chronicles
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/third-hobbit-film-sets-release-367258
http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-3126_7-57507546/amazons-new-kindles-everything-you-need-to-know-faq/
http://scifisongs.blogspot.com/2012/08/new-album-due-september-18th.html
"Kitty Norville" Whiteboard Review by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjk9ecE5sv0
Check out the Calendar for upcoming interviews and book picks: http://swordandlaser.com/calendar
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - LeVar Burton
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Riley Hagen
C Camera Operator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Camera Assistant- Patrick O'Niell
Live Graphics- John Ashley
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Airlock Operator- Patrick O'Neill
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) -
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"Foundation" Kick-Off - Sword & Laser September Book Club
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We kick-off this month's pick, Isaac Asimov's classic Foundation, and check with everyone over on GoodReads!
Learn more about our September pick!
Foundation: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29579.Foundation
Check out the Calendar for upcoming interviews and book picks: http://swordandlaser.com/calendar
Discussion Threads:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1000268
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/996316-modern-day-epic-fantasy-and-science-fiction-fantasy-book-suggestions
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/991358-books-you-are-glad-someone-made-you-read#comment_id_56260753
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/955293-calibans-war-spoilers
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Gary Whitta
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Eric Michael Perez
C Camera Operator - Keith Eggel
Camera Assistant- Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics- John Ashley
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Airlock Operator- Patrick O'Neill
Lem Puppeteer - John Ashley
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
S&L Intern - "Bear Head" Becca Canote
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"Assassin's Apprentice" Wrap-Up - Sword & Laser August Book Club
by Geek & Sundry
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We wrap-up our August pick, Assassin's Apprentice, and Veronica uses the Skill* to check in with everyone over on GoodReads.
*Tom's pretty sure she just used the internet.
Learn more about our August pick!
Assassin's Apprentice:
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45107.Assassin_s_Apprentice
Check out the Calendar for upcoming interviews and book picks: http://swordandlaser.com/calendar
Discussion Threads:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/984750-maps
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/979357-which-beast-would-you-choose
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/977375-branderson-finished-a-memory-of-light
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/983920-you-ever-wanted-to-lem-a-character
Credits:
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Derrick Carbiener
C Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
Camera Assistant- Eric Michael Perez
Audio - John Ashley
Live Graphics- Zachary Smith
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
S&L Intern - "Bear Head" Becca Canote
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Forced Love, the Book of Eli, and Gary Whitta - Sword & Laser ep. 11
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We sit down with writer and all around great geek Gary Whitta to discuss his upcoming projects, The Book of Eli, and how The Walking Dead video game nearly made his head explode.
Learn more about our guest!
Gary Whitta: garywhitta.blogspot.com
On Twitter: https://twitter.com/garywhitta
On Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/garywhitta
Show Notes:
http://io9.com/5936688/join-us-in-a-bold-new-experiment-with-storytelling
http://blastr.com/2012/08/nasa-gives-ray-bradbury-a.php
http://www.tor.com/blogs/2012/08/hollywood-drops-the-dark-tower-yet-again-stephen-king-will-not-be-pleased
http://boingboing.net/2012/08/25/raising-money-to-help-steve-br.html
http://www.themarysue.com/dragonology-movie/
'The Black Company' Whiteboard Review by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w875OhmM5mg
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Gary Whitta
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Eric Michael Perez
C Camera Operator - Keith Eggel
Camera Assistant- Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics- John Ashley
Audio - Liam Nelson
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Airlock Operator- Patrick O'Neill
Lem Puppeteer - John Ashley
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
S&L Intern - "Bear Head" Becca Canote
Bubbling Beverages and Dragon's Breath courtesy of Neil Hyler of Complete Welders Supply, Rohnert Park, CA
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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Superheroes, Sci-Fi Oblivion, and Adam Christopher - Sword & Laser ep. 10
by Geek & Sundry
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We talk with 'Empire State' author Adam Christopher about his upcoming book 'Seven Wonders,' alternate New Yorks, and what kind of superhero he'd like to be.
Learn more about our guest!
Adam Christopher: http://www.adamchristopher.co.uk/
On Twitter: https://twitter.com/ghostfinder
On Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/adamchristopher
Show Notes:
http://www.gfmfilms.co.uk/films/pre-production/neuromancer/
http://savethescifi.com/
http://storybundle.com/
www.galacticfootballleague.com
http://www.theawl.com/2012/08/a-timeline-of-future-events
'Damiano' Whiteboard Review by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smc8PBVDkfY
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Adam Christopher
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Derrick Carbiener
C Camera Operator - Patrick O'Niel
Camera Assistant- Eric Michael Perez
Live Graphics - Zachary Smith
Audio - John Ashley
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Dragon Expresser - Eric Michael Perez
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
S&L Intern - "Bear Head" Becca Canote
Bubbling Beverages and Dragon's Breath courtesy of Neil Hyler of Complete Welders Supply, Rohnert Park, CA
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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"Assassin's Apprentice" Kick-Off - Sword & Laser August Book Club
by Geek & Sundry
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We kick-off our latest Sword pick, Robin Hobb's Assassin's Apprentice!
Learn more about our book pick!
Assassin's Apprentice: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45107.Assassin_s_Apprentice
Discussion Threads:
https://plus.google.com/103207773865797007066/posts/Cjs4QoBZwLm
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/963082-steampunk-sword-or-laser
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/969121-an-ode-to-mass-market-paperbacks
Video Review by Terez: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwBT_CZR9Gs&feature=youtu.be
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - John Scalzi
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
Co-Conspirator - Len Peralta
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Connor Jackson
C Camera Operator - Derrick Carbiener
Camera Assistant- John Ashley
Live Graphics - Zachary Smith
Audio - Riley Hagen
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Sterilization Technician - John Ashley
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Cereal? Serial? John Scalzi and Alternate Universes - Sword & Laser ep. 9
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John Scalzi, author of Old Man's War and Redshirts, joins us to discuss his upcoming e-book serial, The Human Division, and what book he'd take with him if he was about to be sucked into an alternate universe.
Learn more about our guest!
John Scalzi: http://whatever.scalzi.com/
On Twitter: https://twitter.com/scalzi
On GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4763.John_Scalzi
Show Notes:
http://thewertzone.blogspot.com/2012/07/world-fantasy-lifetime-achievement.html
http://boingboing.net/2012/07/20/all-tor-books-are-drm-free-fro.html
http://www.robinsloan.com/summer-reading/and-programming/
http://www.sfsignal.com/archives/2012/07/video-ursula-k-le-guin-on-earthsea-cycles-new-look-in-the-latest-reprints/
Video Review by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0ylY3Y_FLA
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - John Scalzi
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
Co-Conspirator - Len Peralta
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Connor Jackson
C Camera Operator - Derrick Carbiener
Camera Assistant- John Ashley
Live Graphics - Zachary Smith
Audio - Riley Hagen
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Sterilization Technician - John Ashley
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Blink and You're Dead; "Leviathan Wakes" Wrap-Up - Sword & Laser July Book Club
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We wrap-up our July pick, Leviathan Wakes by James S.A. Corey!
Learn more about our book pick!
Leviathan Wakes: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8855321-leviathan-wakes
CLICK "SHOW MORE" FOR FULL CREDITS AND SHOW LINKS!
Discussion threads:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/952832-question-about-book-selection-process
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/949976-are-there-books-too-sentimental-for-you-to-read
Video Review by Daniel: http://youtu.be/vRSWp71WZ48
Singing Review by Sky: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZJAphJXpmw
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Daniel Suarez
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
Co-Conspirator - Len Peralta
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Keith Eggel
C Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - Zachary Smith
Audio - Riley Hagen, Alex Castro
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Decontamination Specialist - John Ashley
Camera Assistant- John Ashley
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
S&L Intern - "Bear Head" Becca Canote
Bubbling Beverages and Dragon's Breath courtesy of Neil Hyler of Complete Welders Supply,
Rohnert Park, CA
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Being Sci-Curious, Daniel Suaraez, and Drones - Sword & Laser ep. 8
by Geek & Sundry
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Author Daniel Suarez joins us to discuss Kill Decision, daemons, and whether he's sent unmanned drones to annihilate us or not!
Learn more about our guest!
Daniel Suarez: http://thedaemon.com/
On Twitter: https://twitter.com/itsDanielSuarez
On GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/1956402.Daniel_Suarez
Show Notes:
http://io9.com/5925770/neil-gaimans-writing-a-prequel-to-sandman-in-2013
http://www.crackingagrippa.net/
http://blog.zap2it.com/frominsidethebox/2012/07/game-of-thrones-at-comic-con-2012-diana-
rigg-and-many-more-in-season-3-cast.html
http://www.mediabistro.com/appnewser/margaret-atwood-counts-54000-in-pledges-for-new-
project_b24594
http://www.sfsignal.com/archives/2012/07/tor-books-reveals-title-cover-art-and-release-date-for-
3rd-halo-novel-by-greg-bear/
Video Review by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VoCtWlrpkKg
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Daniel Suarez
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
Co-Conspirator - Len Peralta
Post-Production Services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - Keith Eggel
C Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - Zachary Smith
Audio - Riley Hagen, Alex Castro
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Decontamination Specialist - John Ashley
Camera Assistant- John Ashley
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
"Show Your Moves" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
S&L Intern - "Bear Head" Becca Canote
Bubbling Beverages and Dragon's Breath courtesy of Neil Hyler of Complete Welders Supply,
Rohnert Park, CA
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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Rob Reid, Music, and Aliens - Sword & Laser ep. 7
by Geek & Sundry
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New format ahoy! We interview author Rob Reid about music, aliens and TED Talks!
Learn more about our guest!
Rob Reid: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/12953520-year-zero
On Twitter: http://twitter.com/rob_reid
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Show Notes:
http://www.theverge.com/2012/6/27/3120431/draftcb-disappearing-ink-books
http://www.locusmag.com/News/2012/06/campbell-and-sturgeon-award-winners/
http://www.amazingstoriesmag.com/
http://www.thelivingbrick.com/2012/06/mi-fi-contest-ends-tonight.html
http://www.sfsignal.com/archives/2012/06/the-collaborative-reading-book-trailer-for-the-long-earth-by-terry-pratchett-st ephen-baxter/
Video Review by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4ZWVZDkw0o
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Rob Reid
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
Co-conspirator - Len Peralta
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - John Ashley
C Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - Zachary Smith
Audio - Riley Hagen, Mary Rentzel
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Dragoneer - Connor Jackson
Production Assistant - Alex Castro
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
S&L Intern - "Bear Head" Becca Canote
Bubbling Beverages and Dragon's Breath courtesy of Neil Hyler of Complete Welders Supply, Rohnert Park, CA
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Sci-Fi Space Opera! "Leviathan Wakes" Kick-Off - Sword & Laser July Book Club
by Geek & Sundry
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We discuss our brand new "laser" pick for July, Leviathan Wakes by James SA Corey!
Learn more about our book pick!
Levithan Wakes: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8855321-leviathan-wakes
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Discussion threads:
http://bestfantasybooks.com/best-stand-alone-fantasy-books.html
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/936752-non-military-war-based-sci-fi
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hs6hTRmfZLM&feature=plcp
Singing Review!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnnDBgNpDEw
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guest - Rob Reid
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
Co-conspirator - Len Peralta
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - John Ashley
C Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - Zachary Smith
Audio - Riley Hagen, Mary Rentzel
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Dragoneer - Connor Jackson
Production Assistant - Alex Castro
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
S&L Intern - "Bear Head" Becca Canote
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George R.R. Martin Makes Veronica Faint - Sword & Laser ep. 6
by Geek & Sundry
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A Song of Ice and Fire author George RR Martin talks with us in our Game of Thrones spectacular!
Learn more about our guest and book pick!
George R.R. Martin: http://georgerrmartin.com/
Henry Jacoby: http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-1118161998.html
A Song of Ice and Fire: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13496.A_Game_of_Thrones
Tigana: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/104089.Tigana
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Show Notes:
http://www.ernestcline.com/blog/2012/06/05/three-hidden-keys-open-three-secret-gates/
http://grrm.livejournal.com/281667.html
http://readrobreid.com/blog/post/the-official-year-zero-trailer
Video Review by Aaron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ne_4aQHb9h0
Learn more about Paul and Storm! http://www.paulandstorm.com/
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Special Guests - George R.R. Martin & Henry Jacoby
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
Co-conspirator - Len Peralta
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - John Ashley
C Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - Zachary Smith
Audio - Keith Eggel, Mary Rentzel
Teleprompter Operator - Becca Canote
Haze Conductor - Riley Hagen
Production Assistant - Alex Castro
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
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Dragon Names, Tigana, and James S.A. Corey - Sword & Laser ep. 5
by Geek & Sundry
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The duo behind Leviathan Wakes, Ty Franck and Danial Abraham (as James S.A. Corey) chat with us, and we kick off our June pick!
Learn more about our guest and book pick!
James SA Corey: http://www.danielabraham.com/books-2/
Daniel Abraham on Twitter: http://www.twitter.comAbrahamHanover
Leviathan Wakes: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8855321-leviathan-wakes
Tigana: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/104089.Tigana
Show Notes:
https://twitter.com/#%21/NYerFiction
http://www.newyorker.com/online/blogs/books/2012/05/jennifer-egan-black-box.html
http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20120522-barcode-everyone-at-birth
http://www.tor.com/blogs/2012/05/journey-to-planet-joco-qredshirtq
http://thewertzone.blogspot.com/2012/06/size-of-westeros-compared-to-usa.html
http://www.richardkmorgan.com/news/842/quest-fellow-blues/
Video Review by Dr. P: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivfZf2GeKWA
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Special Guest - James S.A. Corey
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
A Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
B Camera Operator - John Ashley
C Camera Operator - Patrick O'Neill
Live Graphics - Zachary Smith
Audio - Keith Eggel
Teleprompter Operator - Jill Newman
Dragon Wrangler - Riley Hagen
Production Assistant - Alex Castro
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee, Sabrina Wichner
S&L Intern - "Bear Head" Becca Canote
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Hyperion, Ernest Cline, and... Space Goats? - Sword & Laser ep. 4
by Geek & Sundry
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Author and screenwriter Ernest Cline joins us today to talk about Ready Player One, and we wrap up our May pick, Hyperion!
Learn more about our guest and book pick!
Ernest Cline: http://www.ernestcline.com/
Ernie on Twitter: http://twitter.com/erniecline
Ready Player One: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/9969571-ready-player-one
Hyperion: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/77566.Hyperion
Show Notes:
http://upcoming4.me/media-news/book-news/item/9491-scott-lynch-the-bastards-and-the-knives-to-be-published,-summary-and- cover-art-revealed
https://narrator.eventbrite.co.uk/?nomo=1
http://www.sfsignal.com/archives/2012/05/kickstarter-the-lathe-of-heaven-theater-project/
http://www.parsecawards.com/2012-parsec-awards/nominate-a-podcast/
http://www.sfcenter.ku.edu/campbell-finalists.htm
Video Review by Dr. P: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7CAx-ML--0
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Special Guest - Ernest Cline
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
Graphics - Kevin Hansen
Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
Camera Operator - Keith Eggel
Camera Assistant - Zachary Smith
Production Assistant - Jill Newman
Production Assistant - John Ashley
Innocent Bystander - Alex Lindsay
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee, Sabrina Wichner
S&L Intern - "Bear Head" Becca Canote
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"Scienta-Fiction", Hyperion, and Lev Grossman - Sword & Laser ep. 3
by Geek & Sundry
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Celebrated author and book critic Lev Grossman answers your questions about The Magicians, and we kick off our brand new "laser" pick, Hyperion by Dan Simmons!
Learn more about our guest and book pick!
Lev Grossman: http://levgrossman.com/blog/
Lev on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/leverus
The Magicians: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6101718-the-magicians
Hyperion: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/77566.Hyperion
Show Notes:
http://www.joeabercrombie.com/2012/04/30/best-served-cold-limited/
http://io9.com/5906300/5-scientific-explanations-for-game-of-thrones-messed+up-seasons
http://thewertzone.blogspot.com/2012/05/tor-unveil-final-cover-art-for-memory.html
http://io9.com/5907775/the-most-messed-up-book-about-robot-consciousness-ever
http://fantasybookcritic.blogspot.com/2011/08/testament-of-jessie-lamb-by-jane-rogers.html
Video Review by Matt: http://youtu.be/hizRcKKNKqk
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Special Guest - Lev Grossman
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
Camera Assistant - Riley Hagen
Live Graphics - Zachary Smith
Audio - Keith Eggel
Production Assistant - Jill Newman
Airlock Operator - Riley Hagen
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee, Sabrina Wichner
S&L Intern - "Bear Head" Becca Canote
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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Veronica Belmont & Tom Merritt's Sword and Laser Trailer (Sci-fi/Fantasy Book Club & More)!
by Geek & Sundry
77,208 views
Goodreads Forum:
http://www.goodreads.com/group/show/4170.The_Sword_and_Laser
Veronica Belmont and Tom Merritt give you the scoop on the Sword
and Laser show including a sneak peek at the first episode and their
pet dragon!
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Book Sniffing, The Magicians, & Saladin Ahmed - Sword & Laser ep. 2
by Geek & Sundry
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This week, we're wrapping up "The Magicians" by Lev Grossman (but don't despair if you haven't finished yet!) and we also speak with author Saladin Ahmed, finalist for the Nebula and Campbell awards and author of "Throne of the Crescent Moon."
Learn more about our guest and book pick!
Saladin Ahmed: http://www.saladinahmed.com
Saladin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/saladinahmed
The Magicians: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6101718-the-magicians
Show Notes:
http://io9.com/5901222/neal-stephenson-has-a-hard-time-talking-about-swordplay-in-the-mongoliad-trailer
http://io9.com/5902070/which-fictional-character-shares-your-birthday
http://boingboing.net/2012/04/13/what-is-used-book-smell.html
http://www.sfsite.com/news/2012/04/13/aurora-nominations-2/
https://www.worldswithoutend.com/blog.asp?view=plink&id=851
Video Review from Charles!
http://youtu.be/rMw8TrvOmH0
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Special Guest - Saladin Ahmed
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Live Graphics - Zachary Smith
Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
Camera Operator - Jill Newman
Camera Assistant - John Ashley
Audio - Keith Eggel
Production Assistant - Riley Hagen
Chief Troublemaker - Alex Lindsay
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee, Sabrina Wichner
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
Graphics and Animation - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Logo Design - Kathryn Parker
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube -
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Nocturnal, Scott Sigler, & the Magicians - Sword & Laser ep. 1
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On our very first episode, Veronica Belmont and Tom Merritt welcome author Scott Sigler to the show to discuss his new (too scary for Veronica) book, Nocturnal. We also kick-off this month's book club pick, The Magicians by Lev Grossman, and respond to your audience feedback!
Learn more about our guest and book pick!
Scott Sigler: http://scottsigler.com/nocturnal
Scott on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/scottsigler
The Magicians: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6101718-the-magicians
Show Notes:
http://thewertzone.blogspot.com/2012/03/game-of-thrones-companion-book.html
http://www.thehugoawards.org/
http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57405113-93/expecto-patronum-harry-potter-is-now-an-e-book/
http://www.sfsignal.com/archives/2012/04/phoenix-pick-is-giving-away-at-least-10-free-kindle-science-fiction-ebooks/
http://io9.com/5897141/how-the-kindle-is-opening-up-science-fiction
Producer / Host - Veronica Belmont
Producer / Host - Tom Merritt
Executive Producer - Felicia Day
Executive Producer - Kim Evey
Executive Producer - Sheri Bryant
Special Guest - Scott Sigler
Director - Geoffrey Orthwein
Production Coordinator - Suzanne Llewellyn
Graphics - Bill Meeks, Meeks Mixed Media
Theme Music - Josh Lawrence
Post-production services provided by Pixel Corps
Graphics - Kevin Hansen
Camera Operator - Matthew Wright
Camera Operator - Keith Eggel
Camera Assistant - Zachary Smith
Production Assistant - Jill Newman
Production Assistant - John Ashley
Innocent Bystander - Alex Lindsay
Set Design - Fonco Creative Services
Production Designer - Fon Davis
Art Director - Martin MacDonald
Fonco Producer - Wendy Rolon
Creature Designer - Robert Barnes
Set Builders - Hendric Vogel, Darren Wong, Brittany Barnes
Model Makers - Pierre Maurer, John Duncan, Tyler Murray, Brandon Lee
Special thanks to Ivana Kirkbride and YouTube
