FanCastic

Loretta Anne Miller

Welcome to FanCastic, the fan casting podcast where fantasy readers turn fandom into conversation. FanCastic is a fantasy and romantasy podcast co-hosted by Loretta Anne Miller, a TV industry professional and audiobook narrator, and Emyli Gudmundson, a theatre arts marketing director. Together, they bring insider entertainment knowledge and passionate fandom energy to conversations about the books readers can’t stop talking about. Each week, FanCastic dives into the worlds of romantasy, fantasy books, and BookTok favorites covering everything from deep-dive discussions and chaotic fan theories to dream casting the characters we’d love to see in film and television adaptations. Expect episodes covering beloved authors like Sarah J. Maas, Rebecca Yarros, Rachel Gillig, and Raven Kennedy and their popular series fandoms like Fourth Wing, A Court of Thorns and Roses, The Plated Prisoner and the Zodiac Academy.  Weekly episodes feature:- Fantasy and romantasy book discussions- Dream casting for book-to-screen adaptations- BookTok and fandom hot takes & recs- Convention stories and reader community moments 🎧 New episodes drop every Sunday, with visual podcast episodes available on YouTube so you can watch the conversation as well as listen. Whether you’re a longtime fantasy reader or just discovering romantasy, FanCastic is your weekly dose of magical chaos, fandom debates, and bookish fun. Follow FanCastic on all platforms for conversations about fantasy books, fandom culture, and the adaptations we’re dreaming of next. 

  1. 6일 전

    Spark of the Everflame Fan Cast + Spoiler Discussion | Diem, Luther & More

    Welcome back to FanCastic: The Fan Casting Podcast with Emyli and Loretta! This week, we’re heading into the world of Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole, Book 1 of the Kindred’s Curse Saga, for a spoiler-filled fan casting episode. Before the main event, we kick things off with our Rant & Rave segment and chat about our current reads and watches before diving into one of our latest romantasy obsessions. Then it’s time to build our dream cast. We’re sharing our picks for Diem, Luther, Teller, and more as we imagine who could bring these beloved characters to life on screen. From favorite character moments to casting debates and reactions, we’re diving deep into the world of Spark of the Everflame. This episode contains major spoilers for Spark of the Everflame and light spoiler discussion for Book 2 of the Kindred’s Curse Saga. In this episode: • Rant & Rave • Current reads and watches • Dream casting for Diem, Luther, Teller, and more • Kindred’s Curse Saga discussion • Character reactions and theories • Major Book 1 spoilers + light Book 2 discussion If you love romantasy, fantasy romance, fan casts, book discussions, and imagining your favorite stories on screen, follow FanCastic for weekly episodes covering your latest book obsessions. 🎙 Subscribe to FanCastic for weekly episodes about fantasy books, fandom culture, and dream book-to-screen adaptations.

    1시간 15분

  2. 5월 10일

    Spark of the Everflame Recap | Diem, Luther & Our Honest Reactions

    A new Romantasy obsession officially begins. This week on FanCastic: The Fan Casting Podcast, Loretta and Emyli kick off their next fan casting/recap series with the Kindred’s Curse Saga by Penn Cole and we already have a lot to say. In this book club style recap of Book 1: Spark of the Everflame, we share our honest reactions to the story, our growing obsession with Luther as the newest fantasy book boyfriend, and all our thoughts on Diem as the series’ bad a** FMC. We also talk through the moments that surprised us most, our true feelings about Henri, and the fantasy world-building that immediately pulled us into Emarion. Outside of the book, we share our current favorite TV watches, and Emyli completely shocks Loretta with a surprise reveal about what she is currently reading. If you love romantasy recaps, BookTok fantasy favorites, slow burn tension and honest fangirl discussions, this episode is for you. FanCastic is the perfect podcast for fans of Fourth Wing, ACOTAR, The Plated Prisoner series, and readers searching for their next bookish obsession. 🎙 Subscribe to FanCastic for weekly episodes about fantasy books, fandom culture, and dream book-to-screen adaptations.

    1시간 6분

  3. 5월 3일

    Goldfinch Spoiler Heavy Recap | Final Thoughts + Completing Our Plated Prisoner Fan Cast

    In this milestone episode of FanCastic, we officially wrap up our journey through the Plated Prisoner series with a full spoiler discussion of Goldfinch by Raven Kennedy. After covering each book and building our dream cast along the way, this episode marks the completion of our very first full series on the podcast. We dive into the biggest moments from Goldfinch, reflect on the story as a whole, and break down how the series concludes. We also reveal our final two fan cast picks, officially completing our vision for the entire Plated Prisoner world. Plus, we share exciting news about our connection with Raven Kennedy and what it means for the future of FanCastic. If you’ve been following along with our Plated Prisoner episodes or just finished Goldfinch, this is the ultimate finale and series wrap-up. In this episode: Full spoiler breakdown of GoldfinchFinal thoughts on the Plated Prisoner seriesLast two fan cast revealsReflections on completing our first full seriesSpecial podcast update involving Raven Kennedy🎙 Subscribe to FanCastic for weekly episodes about fantasy books, fandom culture, and dream book-to-screen adaptations.

    1시간 28분

  4. 4월 26일

    Fan Casting Gold by Raven Kennedy | Perfect Dommik + Empyrean Surprise Book News

    In this week’s episode of FanCastic: The Fancasting Podcast, Loretta and Emyli dive into a full fan casting of Gold by Raven Kennedy, continuing their deep dive into The Plated Prisoner series. They share their top casting picks for key characters, including a standout choice for Dommik alongside Queen Malina, and revisit the actors they’ve chosen so far across the series to build a complete dream cast for a potential adaptation. The episode also covers major fantasy book news and updates, including a surprise Empyrean series book drop, the latest on Burn by Penn Cole and its release date, and a confirmed TV adaptation that has the hosts excited about what’s next for fantasy on screen. If you enjoy fantasy books, romantasy, book-to-screen adaptations, and fan casting discussions, FanCastic delivers weekly episodes filled with casting ideas, book talk, and the latest updates from the fantasy book community. Follow and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to stay up to date with new episodes every week. 🎙 Subscribe to FanCastic for weekly episodes about fantasy books, fandom culture, and dream book-to-screen adaptations.

    1시간 7분

  5. 4월 19일

    GOLD | Plated Prisoner Book 5 Recap (Full Spoilers), Slade’s Revenge + Bookish Casting News

    Welcome back to FanCastic: The Fan casting Podcast! This week, Loretta and Emyli are in the home stretch of the Plated Prisoner series with a full spoiler recap of Gold by Raven Kennedy, Book 5 of the viral fantasy romance series. Loretta shares why this installment became her favorite of the series so far, while Emyli dives into Slade’s long-awaited revenge era. From high-stakes character arcs to the tension between Domick and Queen Malina, this episode breaks down the moments that had us stressed, obsessed, and completely hooked. We also cover: New Lord of the Rings casting updatesBeach Read adaptation newsSunrise on the Reaping trailer reactionsWhy BookTok and Reddit recommendations do not always hitIf you love fantasy romance, deep character discussions, and unfiltered book talk, this episode is for you. Please note: This episode contains full spoilers for Gold and the Plated Prisoner series up to Book 5. Follow FanCastic for weekly episodes featuring book recaps, fan casting, and conversations about the stories everyone is talking about. 🎙 Subscribe to FanCastic for weekly episodes about fantasy books, fandom culture, and dream book-to-screen adaptations.

    1시간 7분

  6. 4월 12일

    Glow Fan Casting | Plated Prisoner Series Book 4: Who Should Play Ryatt?

    Join us, Loretta and Emyli, in this week’s episode of FanCastic as we journey back into Orea to fan cast our favorite characters from Glow, the fourth installment in Raven Kennedy’s Plated Prisoner series. From our favorite sitcom actors to perfect picks, we break down who we think embodies these beloved characters.  We even had two (yes, TWO) actor matches between us, proving great minds think alike (or we are spending far too much time together).  Whether you’re obsessed with Auren’s journey, still reeling from the twists, or just love imagining your favorite book characters on screen, this episode is packed with passionate debates, hot takes, and plenty of laughs. Plus — our fan-favorite segment is back. We’re bringing the energy with Rant & Rave, where we share what we’re loving and what we’re absolutely not about our week. Expect unfiltered opinions, relatable moments, and a few controversial takes. In this episode:  Fan casting Glow characters from the Plated Prisoner series  Discussion of Daughter of No Worlds Discussing our current read of Gold Two matching actor picks and what that says about our casting choices  The challenge of casting the perfect Ryatt  The return of our Rant & Rave segment  Bookish banter, laughs, and honest reactions A lot of singing (?)Tune in now if you love fantasy books, fan casting, and spirited conversations with your book besties. Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share FanCastic to support the podcast. #FanCasticPodcast #PlatedPrisoner #Glow #FantasyBooks #BookPodcast #FanCasting #BookTokReads #RantAndRave 🎙 Subscribe to FanCastic for weekly episodes about fantasy books, fandom culture, and dream book-to-screen adaptations.

    1시간 12분

  7. 4월 5일

    GLOW | Full Book Recap, Reactions & Analysis (Spoilers)

    This week on FanCastic, we’re diving into a full recap and review of Glow by Raven Kennedy, book four in The Plated Prisoner fantasy romance series. If you’re searching for a detailed Glow recap, Plated Prisoner breakdown, or a spoiler-filled fantasy book discussion, this episode has you covered! Join us, Emyli and Loretta, for a cozy, book club style conversation as we break down the entire story, from major plot points to our favorite moments, character arcs, and everything that left us emotionally wrecked. We also share honest thoughts on the series so far, plus some real life chaos and laughs along the way. This episode includes full spoilers for Glow and books 1 through 4 of The Plated Prisoner series, so be sure you’re caught up before listening. In this episode: Full Glow recap and plot breakdownPlated Prisoner series discussion (books 1–4)Favorite moments and standout scenesCharacter analysis and reactionsHonest review of GlowWeekly life updates and personal storiesPreview of next week’s fan castingFanCastic is a fantasy romance podcast where we recap popular BookTok reads, share fan casting picks, and give unfiltered, book club style reactions. 🎙 Subscribe to FanCastic for weekly episodes about fantasy books, fandom culture, and dream book-to-screen adaptations.

    1시간 8분

  8. 3월 29일

    The Fan Cast Continues! | Gleam (Plated Prisoner #3) + New Rant & Rave Segment!

    Welcome back to Fancastic: The Fancasting Podcast 🎬✨ This week, we’re diving into Gleam (Book 3 in the Plated Prisoner series by Raven Kennedy) and building our ultimate fan cast for Lu, Osrick, and more iconic characters. Expect bold picks, matching energy, and strong opinions—as always. PLUS: We’re introducing a brand new segment—Rant & Rave—where we break down what we’re loving this week (and what we are absolutely NOT here for). It’s quick, funny, and just a little unhinged. If you’re into fantasy romance, book-to-screen adaptations, and fancasting your favorite characters, you’re going to feel right at home here. 💬 Got thoughts? We want to hear your Gleam dream cast—tag us or share your picks! Follow Fancastic so you never miss a new episode. 🎙 Subscribe to FanCastic for weekly episodes about fantasy books, fandom culture, and dream book-to-screen adaptations.

    1시간 4분
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Welcome to FanCastic, the fan casting podcast where fantasy readers turn fandom into conversation. FanCastic is a fantasy and romantasy podcast co-hosted by Loretta Anne Miller, a TV industry professional and audiobook narrator, and Emyli Gudmundson, a theatre arts marketing director. Together, they bring insider entertainment knowledge and passionate fandom energy to conversations about the books readers can’t stop talking about. Each week, FanCastic dives into the worlds of romantasy, fantasy books, and BookTok favorites covering everything from deep-dive discussions and chaotic fan theories to dream casting the characters we’d love to see in film and television adaptations. Expect episodes covering beloved authors like Sarah J. Maas, Rebecca Yarros, Rachel Gillig, and Raven Kennedy and their popular series fandoms like Fourth Wing, A Court of Thorns and Roses, The Plated Prisoner and the Zodiac Academy.  Weekly episodes feature:- Fantasy and romantasy book discussions- Dream casting for book-to-screen adaptations- BookTok and fandom hot takes & recs- Convention stories and reader community moments 🎧 New episodes drop every Sunday, with visual podcast episodes available on YouTube so you can watch the conversation as well as listen. Whether you’re a longtime fantasy reader or just discovering romantasy, FanCastic is your weekly dose of magical chaos, fandom debates, and bookish fun. Follow FanCastic on all platforms for conversations about fantasy books, fandom culture, and the adaptations we’re dreaming of next. 

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    Loretta Anne Miller
  • 방송 연도
    2025년 - 2026년
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    © 2026 FanCastic
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