The Blasters and Blades Podcast

The Blasters & Blades PodcastDrop your visors and prep the reactors… we’re talking heavy armor this week. We sit down with military sci-fi authors Craig Bell and Kevin Steverson to discuss The Anthromech Anthology from Chris Kennedy Publishing. We’re diving into the cockpit of the galaxy’s most lethal walking tanks to discuss the evolution of mecha combat, the tactical reality of piloting giant war machines, and how this anthology brings together some of the best voices in indie sci-fi to blow things up in spectacular fashion. This was a fun interview, so go check it out.Join us for a fun show! We're just a couple of nerdy Army veterans geeking out on things that go "abracadabra," "pew," "zoom," "boop-beep" and rhyme with Science Fiction & Fantasy. Co-Hosts: JR Handley (Author) (Grunt)Nick Garber (Comic Book Artist) (Super Grunt)Madam Stabby Stab (Uber Fan) (Horror Nerd)Jana S Brown (Author) (Chief Shenanigator)We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandley Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcast Today's SponsorThe Anthromech Anthology by Chris Kennedy Publishing: https://a.co/06cGpYS4 Follow Craig Bell on social mediaCraig’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Craig-Bell/author/B0FVNDXYBX Craig’s Website: https://www.craigbellauthor.com/ Craig’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/craigbellauthor/ Craig’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craigbellauthor/ Craig’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CraigBellAuthor Craig’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craigbellauthor Craig’s LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/craigbellauthor Follow Kevin Steverson on social mediaKevin’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kevin-Steverson/author/B07H8S7GRX Kevin’s Website: www.kevinsteverson.com Kevin’s Twitter: https://x.com/CallMeCatHead Kevin’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.steverson.9 Kevin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevin.steverson Kevin’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kevinsteverson Kevin’s Discord: https://discord.com/invite/68CwEXv #scifishenanigans #scifishenaniganspodcast #bbp #blastersandblades #blastersandbladespodcast #podcast #scifipodcast #fantasypodcast #scifi #fantasy #books #rpg #comics #fandom #literature #comedy #veteran #army #armyranger #ranger #scififan #redshirts #scifiworld #sciencefiction #scifidaily #scificoncept #podcastersofinstagram #scificons #podcastlife #podcastsofinstagram #scifibooks #awardwinningscifi #newepisode #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast #scifigeek #scifibook #sfv #scifivisionaries #firesidechat #chat #panel #fireside #religionquestion #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #CoffeeBrandCoffee #JRHandley #NickGarber #MadamStabby #JenaRey #JanaSBrown #OpalKingdomPress #CraigBell #KevinJSteverson #KevinSteverson

The Blasters & Blades PodcastIn a world of ancient oaths and simmering rebellion, what does it truly mean to be free? This week, we sit down with the married couple behind the pen name B.K. Gibson to discuss the debut novel Freedom’s Vow. We explore the intricate world-building of the series, the weight of generational promises, and the journey of characters caught between their duty and their hearts. Join us as we dissect how Gibson crafts an epic fantasy that feels both timeless and urgently modern. This was a fun interview, go check it out. Lend us your eyes and ears, you won't be sorry!! Join us for a fun show! We're just a couple of nerdy Army veterans geeking out on things that go "abracadabra," "pew," "zoom," "boop-beep" and rhyme with Science Fiction & Fantasy. Co-Hosts: JR Handley (Author) (Grunt)Nick Garber (Comic Book Artist) (Super Grunt)Madam Stabby Stab (Uber Fan) (Horror Nerd)Jana S Brown (Author) (Chief Shenanigator)We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandley Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcast Today's SponsorBlood Creek Witch by Jay Barnson: https://a.co/d/0dKCMQjP Freedom’s Vow by B.K. Gibson: https://a.co/d/0fsvbD3B Follow B.K. Gibson on social mediaGibson’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/bkgibsonwriter Gibson’s Website: https://www.bkgibson.com/ Gibson’s Twitter: https://x.com/bkgibsonwrites Gibson’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589323534470 Gibson’s Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtbaggeryBookReviews/streams Coldlight Press: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/11446/Coldlight-Press #scifishenanigans #scifishenaniganspodcast #bbp #blastersandblades #blastersandbladespodcast #podcast #scifipodcast #fantasypodcast #scifi #fantasy #books #rpg #comics #fandom #literature #comedy #veteran #army #armyranger #ranger #scififan #redshirts #scifiworld #sciencefiction #scifidaily #scificoncept #podcastersofinstagram #scificons #podcastlife #podcastsofinstagram #scifibooks #awardwinningscifi #newepisode #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast #scifigeek #scifibook #sfv #scifivisionaries #firesidechat #chat #panel #fireside #religionquestion #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #CoffeeBrandCoffee #JRHandley #NickGarber #MadamStabby #JenaRey #JanaSBrown #OpalKingdomPress #FreedomsVow #BKGibson #marriedcouple #MarriedCoAuthor #starwars #jedi #georgelucas #lucasfilms #startrek #trekkie #firefly #serenity #browncoat #wheeloftime #wot #robertjordan #brandonsanderson #gameofthrones #got #grrm #georgerrmartin #ChroniclesofNarnia #CSLewis #Stargate #StargateSG1 #SG1 #StargateAtlantis #Atlantis #JossWedon #Dollhouse #Triceratops #Chai #milk #honey #Quetzalcoatlus #pterosaur #FoxEntertainment #StarsWithoutNumber #Pathfinder

The Blasters & Blades PodcastThe Sword in the Stone was just the beginning. Join us as we interview Malory about the hit series Morgan and Merlin’s Excellent Adventures. We explore why we are still obsessed with Camelot in 2026, how to give ancient icons a fresh voice, and the secret to crafting a series that is as funny as it is fantastical. What happens when you take the most powerful sorcerer in history and the world’s most misunderstood enchantress and throw them into a whirlwind of chaos? Then join us as we talk about subverting Arthurian tropes, the chemistry of a "frenemy" duo, and how to find the humor in high-stakes magic. It’s a legendary conversation you won’t want to miss.Whether you’re a history buff or a fan of magical hijinks, grab your staff and tune in! This was a fun interview, so check it out. Lend us your eyes and ears, you won't be sorry!! Join us for a fun show! We're just a couple of nerdy Army veterans geeking out on things that go "abracadabra," "pew," "zoom," "boop-beep" and rhyme with Science Fiction & Fantasy. Co-Hosts: JR Handley (Author) (Grunt)Nick Garber (Comic Book Artist) (Super Grunt)Madam Stabby Stab (Uber Fan) (Horror Nerd)Jana S Brown (Author) (Chief Shenanigator)We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandley Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcast Today's SponsorLayla! by A.M. Stevens: https://www.amazon.com/Layla-M-Stevens-ebook/dp/B0FQX5XVKT Coffee Brand Coffee Affiliate Support the Show: https://coffeebrandcoffee.com/?ref=y4GWASiVorJZDb Discount Code: PodcastGrunts Coupon Code Gets you 10% off Morgan and Merlin’s Excellent Adventures by Malory: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DWN7MR9TFollow Malory on social mediaMalory’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Malory/author/B0DWPC9JYZ Malory’s Website: https://maloryauthor.com/ Malory’s Royal Road: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/379057 Malory’s Twitter: https://x.com/maloryauthor Malory’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/maloryauthor.bsky.social Malory’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorMalory/ Malory’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maloryauthor Malory’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maloryauthor Malory’s Substack: https://maloryauthor.substack.com/ Malory’s GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/53152303.Jake_Malory Malory’s Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Maloryauthor/ #scifishenanigans #scifishenaniganspodcast #bbp #blastersandblades #blastersandbladespodcast #podcast #scifipodcast #fantasypodcast #scifi #fantasy #books #rpg #comics #fandom #literature #comedy #veteran #army #armyranger #ranger #scififan #redshirts #scifiworld #sciencefiction #scifidaily #scificoncept #podcastersofinstagram #scificons #podcastlife #podcastsofinstagram #scifibooks #awardwinningscifi #newepisode #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast #scifigeek #scifibook #sfv #scifivisionaries #firesidechat #chat #panel #fireside #religionquestion #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #CoffeeBrandCoffee #JRHandley #NickGarber #MadamStabby #JenaRey #JanaSBrown #OpalKingdomPress #Malory #starwars #jedi #georgelucas #lucasfilms #startrek #trekkie #firefly #serenity #browncoat #wheeloftime #wot #robertjordan #brandonsanderson #gameofthrones #got #grrm #georgerrmartin #ChroniclesofNarnia #CSLewis #Ankylosaur #KingArthur #discord #Reddit

The Blasters & Blades PodcastAction is back in fashion. This week, we sat down with Sean CW Korsgaard, the driving force behind the Battleborn Magazine. We explore the magazine’s mission to revive the spirit of “pulp” fiction for a modern audience. These are stories that are punchy, heroic, and unapologetically fun. From the editorial “slush pile” to the philosophy of the “Battleborn” hero, we’re looking at how Sean is building a new home for the boldest voices in speculative fiction. This was a fun interview, so go check out this episode. Lend us your eyes and ears, you won't be sorry!! Join us for a fun show! We're just a couple of nerdy Army veterans geeking out on things that go "abracadabra," "pew," "zoom," "boop-beep" and rhyme with Science Fiction & Fantasy. Co-Hosts: JR Handley (Author) (Grunt)Nick Garber (Comic Book Artist) (Super Grunt)Madam Stabby Stab (Uber Fan) (Horror Nerd)Jana S Brown (Author) (Chief Shenanigator)We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandley Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcast Today's SponsorDeath’s Knight by Matthew T Summers & Jena Rey: https://www.amazon.com/Deaths-Knight-War-Lich-Jena/dp/1952415047The Battleborn eZine with Iron Age Media: https://a.co/d/09cpD44S Follow Sean CW Korsgaard on social mediaSean’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sean-CW-Korsgaard/author/B09V5NGJG7 Sean’s Baen: https://www.baen.com/authors/sean-cw-korsgaard.html Sean’s Simon & Schuster: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Sean-C-W-Korsgaard/201075850 Sean’s Website: https://www.korsgaardscommentary.com/ Sean’s Website: battlebornmagazine.comSean’s Twitter: https://x.com/SCWKorsgaard Sean’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SCWKorsgaard/ Sean’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scwkorsgaard/ Sean’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SCWKorsgaard Follow Battleborn Magazine on social media Battleborn Website: www.battlebornmagazine.com Battleborn Twitter: https://x.com/BattlebornMag Battleborn Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580201626041 Battleborn Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/799792464049764/user/61580201626041/ Follow Iron Age Media on social media Iron Age Media’s Website: https://ironage.media/ Iron Age Media’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/ironagemedia Iron Age Media’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironage.media/ Iron Age Media’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IronAgeDOTMedia #scifishenanigans #scifishenaniganspodcast #bbp #blastersandblades #blastersandbladespodcast #podcast #scifipodcast #fantasypodcast #scifi #fantasy #books #rpg #comics #fandom #literature #comedy #veteran #army #armyranger #ranger #scififan #redshirts #scifiworld #sciencefiction #scifidaily #scificoncept #podcastersofinstagram #scificons #podcastlife #podcastsofinstagram #scifibooks #awardwinningscifi #newepisode #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast #scifigeek #scifibook #sfv #scifivisionaries #firesidechat #chat #panel #fireside #religionquestion #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #CoffeeBrandCoffee #JRHandley #NickGarber #MadamStabby #JenaRey #JanaSBrown #OpalKingdomPress #IronAgeMedia #SeanKorsgaard #ironagehashtag #Stargate #StargateSG1 #StargateAtlantis #StargateUniverse #StargateContinium #Babylon5 #BattlestarGalactica #BSG #TheWitcher #Castlevania #CarnivalRow #shark #AtlantaAquarium #SharkWeek #swordandsorcery

The Blasters & Blades PodcastBuckle up for a journey across the stars. This week, we sit down with prolific sci-fi author Joe Vasicek to discuss his Falconstar series. We explore the vastness of his universe, the challenges of writing a truly interstellar society, and the delicate balance between high-tech wonder and the human spirit. From the cockpit of the Falconstar to the edges of the galaxy, we’re looking at what it takes to keep a space opera grounded, relatable, and pulse-pounding. This was a fun interview, so check it out. Lend us your eyes and ears, you won't be sorry!!Join us for a fun show! We're just a couple of nerdy Army veterans geeking out on things that go "abracadabra," "pew," "zoom," "boop-beep" and rhyme with Science Fiction & Fantasy. Co-Hosts: JR Handley (Author) (Grunt)Nick Garber (Comic Book Artist) (Super Grunt)Madam Stabby Stab (Uber Fan) (Horror Nerd)Jana S Brown (Author) (Chief Shenanigator)We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandley Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcast Today's SponsorTales from the E4 Mafia by Henchmen Press: https://a.co/d/09m45jnl The Falconstar Series by Joe Vasicek: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GSBSGS69The Falconstar Series by Joe Vasicek: https://www.onelowerlight.com/writing/books/queen-of-the-falconstar/ Follow Joe Vasicek on social mediaJoe’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Joe-Vasicek/author/B004TUQSF8 Joe’s Website: http://www.onelowerlight.com/writing/ Joe’s Newsletter: https://www.onelowerlight.com/writing/email-list-subscribe/ Joe’s GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/onelowerlight Follow J. M Wight on social mediaJ.M. Wight’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/J-M-Wight/e/B01BT8AM72/ J.M. Wight’s Website: https://www.onelowerlight.com/writing/authors/j-m-wight/Legend by David Gemmell: https://a.co/d/0giDDWk8 #scifishenanigans #scifishenaniganspodcast #bbp #blastersandblades #blastersandbladespodcast #podcast #scifipodcast #fantasypodcast #scifi #fantasy #books #rpg #comics #fandom #literature #comedy #veteran #army #armyranger #ranger #scififan #redshirts #scifiworld #sciencefiction #scifidaily #scificoncept #podcastersofinstagram #scificons #podcastlife #podcastsofinstagram #scifibooks #awardwinningscifi #newepisode #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast #scifigeek #scifibook #sfv #scifivisionaries #firesidechat #chat #panel #fireside #religionquestion #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #CoffeeBrandCoffee #JRHandley #NickGarber #MadamStabby #JenaRey #JanaSBrown #OpalKingdomPress #JoeVasicek #TheWitcher #Castlevania #CarnivalRow #Babylon5 #BattlestarGalactica #BSG #Stargate #StargateSG1 #StargateUniverse #StargateAtlantis #jmwight #lds #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #gorilla #TheFalconstarTrilogy #JoeVasicek #JRRTolkien #LordOfTheRings #LotR #LegendByDavidGemmell #TracyHickman #TimothyZahn #StarWars #ArthurCClarke #SirArthurCClarke #Clarke #Asimov #IsaacAsimov #Heinlein #RobertAHeinlein #RobertHeinlein