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The Blasters & Blades PodcastReclaiming the Lost Space Age: Inside John E. Siers’ Lunar Free State SeriesWhat if humanity never gave up on the dream of the Moon? Inspired by the legacy of Apollo 11 and classic hard science fiction giants like Robert A. Heinlein, author John E. Siers crafted a massive, 12+ book reality where humanity didn’t stop in 1972. In this episode, we sit down with Siers to discuss his expansive Lunar Free State universe. We’re tracking the journey from the first secret lunar base in The Moon and Beyond to a massive interstellar playground filled with political tension, deep space exploration, and human grit. Tune in as we discuss his 25+ year journey as a writer, how his military background shapes his tactical space combat, and why a self-sustaining lunar civilization remains the ultimate sci-fi frontier. This was a fun interview, so go check out this episode. 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 SponsorSupercarrier by Scott Bartlett: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DKGB6GQ2/ The Lunar Free State Series by John E. Siers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B097R12215 Follow John E. Siers on social mediaJohn’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-E.-Siers/author/B00J9YV6LU John’s Website: https://lunarfreestate.com/ John’s Twitter: https://x.com/JohnSiers7987 John’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/John.Siers/ John’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=48552283John’s GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6591389.John_E_Siers John’s Store: https://lunarfreestate.com/shop-the-lfs-store The Lunar Free State Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SF.Worlds.of.John.E.Siers#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 #JohnESiers #TheLunarFreeStateSeries #LunarFreeState #starwars #jedi #georgelucas #lucasfilms #startrek #trekkie #firefly #serenity #browncoat #wheeloftime #wot #robertjordan #brandonsanderson #gameofthrones #got #grrm #georgerrmartin #ChroniclesofNarnia #CSLewis #Trex #TyrannosaurusRex #ChrisKennedy #TheMoonIsAHarshMistress #FlashGordon #TheShipWhoSang #AnneMcCaffery #Existentialism #ExistentialLiterature #kafkaesque #FranzKafka #Heinlein #RobertAHeinlein #IsaacAsimov #Asimov #ArthurCClarke #LunarFreeState #JohnESiers #LunarColony #MoonBase #ColonizeTheMoon #SpaceExploration #HardSciFi #HardScienceFiction #SpaceOpera #PoliticalSciFi #LibertarianSciFi #FreeState #ClassicSciFiVibes #HeinleinFans #VeteranAuthor #AirForceVeteran #Worldbuilding #SciFiAuthor #AuthorInterview #BookTok #Bookstagram #SciFiReads #HardSciFiBooks #IndieSciFi

The Blasters & Blades PodcastWhat lies beneath the surface when humanity pushes the boundaries of exploration? In this episode, we sit down with author David Deane Haskell to dive into his captivating science fiction novel, The Solarian Deep. Blending deep-space mystery with high-stakes tension and rich atmospheric detail, Haskell’s work takes readers on an unforgettable journey into the dark corners of the watery deep. We’ll discuss the inspiration behind his vivid worldbuilding, how he crafts complex characters facing the pressures of the unknown, and his process for keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Whether you are a die-hard sci-fi fan or just love a gripping, claustrophobic mystery, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss. This was a fun interview, so 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 SponsorFrom the Ashes Anthology by Bayonet Books: https://a.co/d/04JX91Yw The Solarian Deep by David Deane Haskell: https://a.co/d/04mVR6MA Follow David Deane Haskell on social mediaDavid’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/David-Haskell/author/B00DVBCZ5S David’s Website: https://daviddeanehaskell.com/ David’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dave.haskell.4 David’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daviddeanehaskell/ David’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DavidDeaneHaskell David’s Second YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@innerchildjournal David’s Substack: https://daviddeanehaskellstories.substack.com/ David’s GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/daviddeanehaskell David’s Tip Jar: https://buy.stripe.com/14A3cv1QD0SKg3scuQd7q00 Jurassic Park Feathered Raptors in the Kitchen Scene: https://youtu.be/WbCQxBTcyRk?si=fcUmwIGkMpyCKXpc #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 #TheSolarianDeep #DavidDeaneHaskell #starwars #jedi #georgelucas #lucasfilms #startrek #trekkie #firefly #serenity #browncoat #wheeloftime #wot #robertjordan #brandonsanderson #gameofthrones #got #grrm #georgerrmartin #ChroniclesofNarnia #CSLewis #Trex #TyrannosaurusRex #MichaelCreichton #JurassicPark #IsaacAsimov #ClassicSciFi #TheAndromedaStrain #TheLastQuestionbyIsaacAsimov

The Blasters & Blades PodcastWe’ve got another #RetroMovieReview episode, a blast from the past! In the summer of 1998, cinema was locked in a battle of the space rocks, but while Deep Impact brought the drama, Armageddon brought the absolute spectacle. Today, we are looking back at the film that came to define peak “Bayhem.” We discuss the incredible ensemble cast, the movie's relentless pacing, and how its hyper-stylized visual language shaped action blockbusters for the next decade. Does the emotional weight still land, or is it completely overshadowed by the sheer 90s excess? Grab your spacesuit and tune in to find out.Co-Hosts:JR HandleyJana S BrownWe 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/blastersandbladespodcastToday's SponsorNight Harbor Press: https://nightharborpress.com/Check out the Movie!Movie Link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0060LYL30Movie Trailer Link: https://youtu.be/8-8eEniEfgU?si=FPKCeXDd4SdrZTjRFollow Aaron of BigWater Outdoors on social mediaMr Bigs YouTube: https://youtube.com/@bigwater_outdoorsMr Bigs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigwaheh76cFollow Jarret Keene on social mediaJarret’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jarret-Keene/author/B001JOTUPWJarret’s Website: https://www.jarretkeene.net/Jarret’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJarretKeene/Follow Joe Salem on social mediaJoe’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Joe-Salem/author/B0B5M517TTJoe’s Website: https://www.joe-salem-author.com/Joe’s Substack: https://substack.com/@joesalem1Follow Keith Hedger on social mediaKeith’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Keith-Hedger/e/B01N2V9383/Keith’s Website: https://www.keithhedger.com/Keith’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeithHedgerAuthor/Follow S.L. Linton on social mediaSuzanna’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/S.-L.-Linton/author/B0F921MZHMSuzanna’s Website: https://www.sllinton.com/Suzanna’s LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sllinton#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 #chat #panel #religionquestion #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #CoffeeBrandCoffee #JRHandley #NickGarber #MadamStabby #MovieReview #Review #RetroMovieReview #OpalKingdomPress #JenaRey #JanaSBrown #Aaron #BigWaterOutdoors #SLLinton #JoeSalem #JarrettKeene #KeithHedger #Armageddon #ArmageddonMovie #Armageddon1998 #BruceWillis #MichaelBay #DisasterMovie #AsteroidMovie #ActionMovie #90sMovies #Blockbuster #MovieReview #FilmReview #PodcastReview #MovieNight #Cinema #RetroMovie #ClassicSciFi #FYP #MovieTok #FilmTok #90sKids #Rewatch #Hollywood #HarrySStamper #BillyBobThornton #DanTruman #BenAffleck #AJFrost #LivTyler #GraceStamper #WilliamFichtner #WillPatton #ChickChapple #SteveBuscemi #OwenWilson #MichaelClarkeDuncan #BearCurlene #KenCampbell #MaxLennert #ClarkBrolly #FreddieNoonan #JessicaSteen #JenniferWatts #PeterStormare #LevAndropov #KeithDavid #GeneralKimsey #ChrisEllis #JasonIsaacs #RonaldQuincy #MarshallTeague #AnthonyGuidera #GraysonMcCouch #GregCollins #JohnMahon #GraceZabriskie #EddieGriffin #StanleyAnderson #EllenCleghorne #JohnAylward #MarkCurry #HarryHumphries #Denise #StevenFord #MichaelBearTaliferro #Roughneck #KathleenMatthews #JCHayward #AndrewGlassman #DwightHicks #LaylaRoberts #FrederickWeller #NASA #CharltonHeston

The Blasters & Blades Podcast“Born of storms. Forged in shadows. Doomed to love.” This week, we are thrilled to sit down with rising literary talent Ella Jezdikova to celebrate her highly anticipated debut fantasy romance novel, The Thorned Prince by Roundfire Books, a part of the Collective Ink umbrella. We journey into a world of gilded cages, dangerous Twilight Markets, and desperate deals made in the dark. Ella joins us to share the inspiration behind Cassie Stormriven and the mysterious Sorin Nightshade, how she crafted her intense enemies-to-lovers dynamics, and what it’s like launching her very first book. If you love sweeping romantic fantasy with high stakes and rich worldbuilding, you won't want to miss this conversation! This was a fun interview, so go check it out. 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 The Thorned Prince by Ella Jezdikova: https://www.amazon.com/Thorned-Prince-Novel-Ella-Jezdikova/dp/1917704798 The Thorned Prince by Ella Jezdikova: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Thorned-Prince/Ella-Jezdikova/9781917704793 Follow Ella Jezdikova on social mediaElla’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ella-Jezdikova/author/B0H5C75JJM Ella’s Simon & Schuster: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Ella-Jezdikova/263440260 Ella’s Wattpad: https://www.wattpad.com/user/BookLoverElla Ella’s BookPage: https://ejezdikova.lovable.app/ Ella’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Ella-Jezdikova-61578447661415/ Ella’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellanutella.recovers/ Ella’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellajezdikova/ Ella’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ellanutella.recovers Ella’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ellanutella.recovers Ella’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ellajezdikova Ella’s GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/165533385-ella-jezdikova Ella’s Publisher: https://www.collectiveinkbooks.com/ Ella’s Author Profile: https://www.collectiveinkbooks.com/roundfire-books/authors/ella-jezdikova Ella’s Pintrest: https://www.pinterest.com/ellajezdikova/ Ella’s Merch Store: https://ellanutella.dashery.com/ Ella’s LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/ellanutella.recovers Ella’s LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/ellajezdikova Ella’s Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4MdUAfITvtjIVs2ALs2ZUe?si=u1e0W3oaQT6U8a5P-BfEQQ #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 #EllaJezdikova #starwars #jedi #georgelucas #lucasfilms #startrek #trekkie #firefly #serenity #browncoat #wheeloftime #wot #robertjordan #brandonsanderson #gameofthrones #got #grrm #georgerrmartin #ChroniclesofNarnia #CSLewis #Pterodactyl #JurassicPark #MichaelCreighton #LandOfTheLost #LandBeforeTime #Dinotopia #ACOTR #SarahJMass #ACourtofThornsandRoses #900th

The Blasters & Blades PodcastWe’ve got our #Retro #MovieReview episode for your eyeballs today! Dust off your fairy dust and brace yourselves for the ultimate '80s fantasy trip. This week, we are stepping into Ridley Scott’s beautifully chaotic 1985 cult classic, Legend. We are talking about Tom Cruise in a chainmail tunic, Mia Sara’s iconic gothic transformation, and Rob Bottin’s mind-blowing practical makeup effects that gave us the definitive cinematic Devil. Join us as we debate whether this film is a misunderstood masterpiece of dark folklore or just a magnificent, glitter-drenched mess. This was an awesome movie and a fun chat, so what are you waiting for? Co-Hosts:JR HandleyJana S BrownWe 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/AuthorJRHandleyOur LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcastToday's SponsorOpal Kingdom Press: https://opalkingdompress.com/Check out the Movie!Movie Link: https://www.amazon.com/Legend-Ultimate-Blu-ray-Tom-Cruise/dp/B004QSQML8/Movie Trailer Link: https://youtu.be/deZ-z4dSi2I?si=-b-1MyA_HDUQcJy1Follow Aaron of Big-Water Outdoors on social mediaMr Bigs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587334632868Mr Bigs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigwater_outdoorsMr Bigs YouTube: https://youtube.com/@bigwater_outdoorsMr Bigs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigwaheh76cFollow Alyssa Askani (Len Berry) on social mediaAlyssa’s Website: https://len-berry.com/ Alyssa’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/LenBerry_ Alyssa’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/alyssaaskani.bsky.socialAlyssa’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_lenberryAlyssa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorldsOfLen Alyssa’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LenBerry Alyssa’s Tip Jar: https://ko-fi.com/alyssaaskaniwriting/shop Alyssa’s LinkTree: www.linktr.ee/lenberry Len’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Len-Berry/e/B009WCRN9I/ Follow Bill McUisdean (Wylder396) on social mediaBill’s Website: https://zorne.substack.com/Bill’s Substack: https://substack.com/@wylder396Bill’s Twitter: https://x.com/Wylder396Follow Jana S Brown on social mediaJana’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jana-S.-Brown/author/B015VJV7JWJana’s Facebook: www.facebook.com/janasbrownwrites Jana’s LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/opalkingdompress #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 #MovieReview #Review #RetroMovieReview #StabbyMovieReview #OpalKingdomPress #JenaRey #JanaSBrown #Legend #Aaron #BigWaterOutdoors #AlyssaAskani #LenBerry #BillMcUisdean #Legend #TomCruise #Jack #forestchild #MiaSara #Lili #princess #TimCurry #Darkness #DavidBennent #HoneythornGump #elf #AlicePlayten #Blix #goblins #BillyBarty #Screwball #CorkHubbert #BrownTom #PeterOFarrell #Pox #KiranShah #Blunder #TinaMartin #Nell #RobertPicardo #MegMucklebones #AnnabelleLanyon #Oona #fairy #Playten #Gump #Mushussu #Dragon #Phoenix #Wyvern #Gryphons Copyright @ Universal Pictures & 20th Century Fox 1985. Any illegal reproduction of this content will result in immediate legal action by the rights holder. The clips used in this movie review were utilized under the Fair Use Doctrine and are transformative in nature.