Fathers, Fantasy, & Fiction

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Fathers, Fantasy, & Fiction is a book club podcast where two dads work their way through fantasy novels a few chapters at a time. Along the way we recap the story, share our takes, and make bold predictions that are probably wrong.

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WoR: Chapter 24 - Second Interludes

This week on Fathers, Fantasy, & Fiction, we cover Words of Radiance Chapters 24 through the Second Interludes, and things escalate quickly. Shallan’s uneasy partnership with Tyn comes to a dramatic end, the mystery of the Ghostbloods deepens, and a chance encounter over a pair of boots may have larger implications than it first appears. Meanwhile, Kaladin continues exploring his growing abilities, Adolin faces the social consequences of Dalinar’s reforms, and Renarin keeps getting stranger by the chapter. We also dive into one of the biggest moments of the book so far as Szeth finally returns to the Shattered Plains, leading to an explosive confrontation that leaves everyone asking new questions about Surgebinders, Radiants, and what’s really happening on Roshar. Plus: Robin Hobb recommendations, deck demolition projects, end-of-school-year chaos, suspicious behavior from Moash, theories about the Ghostbloods, and whether “Shaladin” might actually be a thing.

1h 8m
May 26

WoR: Chapters 13 - 23

This week on Fathers, Fantasy, & Fiction, we cover Words of Radiance Chapters 13–23, where Shallan starts assembling a surprisingly loyal following on the road to the Shattered Plains while Kaladin’s suspicions about Amaram finally boil over. We dive into Shallan’s growing Lightweaver abilities, Pattern’s obsession with lies and truth, and the increasingly mysterious nature of the Knights Radiant. Meanwhile, Kaladin clashes with Adolin, Dalinar tries to hold together a kingdom full of political chaos, and Elhokar somehow becomes both more paranoid and more hilarious at the same time. Also discussed: sleep deprivation as parents, sick babies, accidentally falling asleep while reading Stormlight, red spren during highstorms, whether the Voidbringers might secretly be the good guys, and the ongoing mystery of where in the world Szeth has disappeared to.

56 min
May 19

WoR: Chapter 6 - First Interludes

This week on Fathers, Fantasy, & Fiction, we cover Words of Radiance Chapters 6 through the First Interludes and the scope of Roshar expands fast. From the mysterious culture of the listeners and their dangerous “forms of power,” to giant island-sized greatshells and secret Surgebinders hiding across the world, Brandon Sanderson starts pulling back the curtain on just how strange this world really is. We break down the major reveals surrounding Eshonai and the Parshendi, debate the morality of the Ghostbloods, and react to one of the biggest shocks of the series so far aboard Shallan and Jasnah’s ship. Plus: theories about Shadesmar, Stormlight powers, mysterious interlude characters, and why “I am a stick” somehow became legendary in the fandom. Also discussed: audiobook survival during road trips with kids, why Stormlight somehow doesn’t feel like a 45-hour book, and whether becoming a dad instantly makes you old.

1h 9m
May 12

WoR: Prologue - Chapter 5

In this episode of Fathers, Fantasy, & Fiction, we begin Words of Radiance by covering the Prologue through Chapter 5. We return to the night of Gavilar’s assassination through Jasnah’s eyes and diving deeper into the mysteries of spren, Surgebinding, and Shadesmar. Shallan’s journey takes center stage as her strange abilities evolve, introducing Pattern and raising new questions about the nature of the Knights Radiant. Meanwhile, Kaladin and Dalinar settle into their new roles on the Shattered Plains, laying the groundwork for what’s to come. From Bridge Four’s next evolution to Dalinar’s bold political moves and a surprising announcement about the Knights Radiant, we break down early setups, character dynamics, and our first theories for where this next book is headed.

1 hr
May 5

TWoK: Chapter 70 - Epilogue

In the final episode of this season Fathers, Fantasy, & Fiction, we wrap up The Way of Kings with Chapters 70 through the Epilogue bringing major reveals, satisfying character moments, and huge implications for what’s next. We break down Shallan’s biggest truth, the mystery of the Ghostbloods, and the shocking reveal involving Taravangian and Szeth. We also explore Dalinar’s visions, the truth of the Almighty and Odium, and Kaladin’s hard-earned rise plus our theories on the Knights Radiant and what’s coming in Words of Radiance.

1h 7m
Apr 28

TWoK: Chapters 59 - 69

In this episode of Fathers, Fantasy, & Fiction, we cover Chapters 59–69 of The Way of Kings as the climax of the book explodes into motion. Kaladin continues discovering the truth of his powers and pushes Bridge Four to new heights, while Dalinar’s visions are finally validated and his trust in Sadeas is put to the ultimate test. When betrayal strikes at the Tower, every major storyline collides in spectacular fashion. We break down Kaladin’s heroic turning point, the meaning behind the Immortal Words, Dalinar’s stunning act of honor, and the shifting power dynamics of the warcamps. Plus, we share theories on Syl, the Knights Radiant, and where the story could possibly go after one of the biggest stretches of chapters yet.

1h 10m
Apr 21

TWoK: Chapters 52 - 58

In this episode of Fathers, Fantasy, & Fiction, we cover Chapters 52–58 of The Way of Kings as the story barrels toward its finale. Dalinar’s visions reveal more about the mysterious Knights Radiant and the Day of Recreance, while his uneasy alliance with Sadeas appears to strengthen through joint plateau assaults. As politics, paranoia, and old rivalries collide, we debate whether Sadeas can really be trusted, and what Wit may know about the dangers ahead. Meanwhile, Kaladin’s storyline reaches another major turning point as Teft forces the truth into the open: Kaladin is doing something impossible with Stormlight. With Syl revealing more about their connection, Hoid delivering one of his signature stories, and Bridge Four continuing to rise, we dig into Windrunners, lashings, Radiants, and our biggest theories yet about where Kaladin’s journey is headed.

1h 5m
Apr 14

TWoK: Chapter 45 - 3rd Interludes

In this episode of Fathers, Fantasy, & Fiction, we cover Chapter 45 through the Third Interludes of The Way of Kings and the Sanderlanche is starting to build. Shallan’s story hits a major turning point as her experiments with Soulcasting spiral into something far more dangerous, leading to a surreal glimpse into what may be the Cognitive Realm, a shocking reveal about Capsal, and a complete breakdown in her relationship with Jasnah. Along the way, we’re left questioning Soulcasters, Shardblades, and what Shallan might really be hiding. Meanwhile, Kaladin’s arc delivers one of the most devastating moments in the book as we finally see the betrayal that turned him into a slave. In the present, he continues shaping Bridge Four while experiencing strange visions during highstorms and uncovering hints of something deeper at work. We also explore the expanding world through the interludes, discuss the three realms, and share our latest theories as the story begins to accelerate toward its climax.

1h 4m

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Two dads. One fantasy series. Plenty of questionable predictions. Fathers, Fantasy, & Fiction is a book club podcast where we read through fantasy novels a few chapters at a time—recapping the story, sharing theories, and trying to figure out what’s actually going on.

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Fathers, Fantasy, & Fiction is a book club podcast where two dads work their way through fantasy novels a few chapters at a time. Along the way we recap the story, share our takes, and make bold predictions that are probably wrong.

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