Tales From The Bridge

Tristan, Sam, Kevin, James
  • 3.8 (4)
  • SCIENCE FICTION
  • UPDATED BIWEEKLY
Tales From The Bridge

Tales From the Bridge is a podcast that discusses all things science fiction. Join Tristan, Kevin, James, and Sam as they chat with your favourite science fiction authors and filmmakers. We cover the best in sci-fi, from books and graphic novels - to television and film. We also geek out on cutting-edge concepts in our news segment, Science Fiction-Science Fact.Subscribe, follow, like, and leave a review. We'd love to hear from you! 

  1. A Chat with Edward Ashton, Author of Mickey 7

    MAR 19

    A Chat with Edward Ashton, Author of Mickey 7

    In this episode, we sit down with Edward Ashton. Edward is the author of Mickey 7, which has recently been adapted for the big screen. Released under the title Mickey 17 and directed by Bong Joon-Ho of Parasite fame with an all-star cast we definitely recommend it. Edward has authored several books, and I imagine many of our listeners are already familiar with Anti-Matter Blues, the sequel to Mickey 7. The Fourth Consort is his latest work, and you can also check out Mal Goes to W...

    40 min
  2. TFTB Film Club: Donnie Darko (2001)

    MAR 5

    TFTB Film Club: Donnie Darko (2001)

    On this episode of TFTB Film Club, we travel back to 2001 and chat about the cult classic; Donnie Darko. If you need a quick refresher - the film is about a teenager named Donnie Darko, who meets a demonic rabbit named Frank while sleepwalking. Happens all the time. Shenanigan's ensue, and the audience is left to wonder: Was it a dream? An alternate reality? Or a cry for help? We cover it all, and we’d love to get your take. Let us know on our socials below! Please let us know if there i...

    44 min
  3. TFTB Book Club: Service Model by Adrian Tchaikovsky

    FEB 19

    TFTB Book Club: Service Model by Adrian Tchaikovsky

    In this episode, we talk about Adrian Tchaikovsky's novel, Service Model. This leads us into a bit of a discussion on audiobooks vs reading the old-fashioned way. Kevin talks about how governments are employing science fiction writers as futurists to consider "resilience beyond observed capabilities." It's interesting stuff, and we're sure to talk more about this in... the future. We also talk about what else we're reading and unveil the next book of the month, which may come as a surpr...

    33 min
  4. A Chat with Neil Clarke

    FEB 5

    A Chat with Neil Clarke

    In this episode, we sit down with Neil Clarke. Many of you know Neil as the award-winning editor of Clarkesworld Magazine. Neil launched Clarkesworld in 2006 as a companion to his online bookstore. Clarkesworld is a monthly science fiction and fantasy publication, and each issue contains interviews, articles, and works of original fiction. Neil is also a three-time Hugo Award winner for Best Editor-Short Form and a four-time winner of the Chesley Award for Best Art Director. In the seventeen ...

    52 min
  5. A Chat with Ben Berman Ghan

    JAN 22

    A Chat with Ben Berman Ghan

    In this episode, we sit down with up-and-coming author Ben Berman Ghan. Ben is a frequent contributor to Clarkesworld Magazine (IYKYK), amoung other cool science fiction publications. Ben came on to talk about his new novel, The Years Shall Run Like Rabbits, published with Buckrider Books in 2024. We're excited to introduce Ben to our listeners at TFTB, and we strongly encourage you to check out his work. Ben's Website: https://inkstainedwreck.ca/about/ Clarkesworld: https://clarkesworldmagaz...

    38 min
  6. A Chat with James Rollins

    JAN 8

    A Chat with James Rollins

    On this episode we sit down with NYT bestselling author James Rollins. We talk about his latest instalment for A MoonFall Saga, and of course we get the latest on The Sigma Series. We also dig into his process, and his other career as a (still practicing), veterinarian. We had a lot of fun, and covered a lot of ground on this one. You can find out more about what James is up to here: https://jamesrollins.com/ Please let us know if there is a book that you want us to review on the podcast! ...

    46 min
  7. Another Chat with Dennis E. Taylor

    12/23/2024

    Another Chat with Dennis E. Taylor

    In this episode, we're happy to welcome back Dennis E. Taylor to the show. He might be best known for his Bobiverse Series, but we'll cover his other great work as well, and catch up on what he has been up to. Naturally, we'll chat about the 5th book from The Bobiverse, "Not Till We Are Lost" which is available on Audible now. We'll also get a peek at what's next for the series, and some of his other projects. Dennis has a great Newsletter that we recommend, and you can find it here: ...

    45 min
  8. TFTB Book Club: The Mercy of Gods by James S.A. Corey

    12/11/2024

    TFTB Book Club: The Mercy of Gods by James S.A. Corey

    In this episode of TFTB, we discuss The Mercy of Gods. A new series from James S.A. Corey, the writing duo behind one of the finest space operas ever published, The Expanse. The chances that this new series will also land on your television screen are good. The authors have teamed up with the former showrunners of The Expanse to create a media company called Expanding Universe. Under this shingle, they will be able to seamlessly transition their work from book to screen, and word is... that t...

    43 min
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About

Tales From the Bridge is a podcast that discusses all things science fiction. Join Tristan, Kevin, James, and Sam as they chat with your favourite science fiction authors and filmmakers. We cover the best in sci-fi, from books and graphic novels - to television and film. We also geek out on cutting-edge concepts in our news segment, Science Fiction-Science Fact.Subscribe, follow, like, and leave a review. We'd love to hear from you! 

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  • Creator
    Tristan, Sam, Kevin, James
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    124
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Tales From The Bridge
  • Show Website
    Tales From The Bridge

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