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John Richardson
@richardsonsrubicon.com
Richardson’s Rubicon explores the craft of speculative fiction and the ideas that shape imagined worlds. Speculative worlds. Real conversations. https://richardsonsrubicon.com
Speculative fiction is not an escape. It is confrontation through imagination.
Season Five begins with The Reset, a direct call to writers who want more honesty, more depth, and better worlds.
Step in.
Listen now: https://richardsonsrubicon.com/episode-1-the-reset/
#SpeculativeFiction #SciFiWriters
December 9, 2025 at 6:18 PM
The old format is gone.
The show has been rebuilt.
Episode One explains why and what comes next.
Writers, worldbuilders, and anyone tired of lazy thinking about the future should start here.
Listen now: https://richardsonsrubicon.com/episode-1-the-reset/
#SpeculativeFiction #SciFiWriters
December 8, 2025 at 6:16 PM
New episode is live.
Season Five opens with a full reset. Richardson’s Rubicon now focuses on speculative fiction, worldbuilding, and the truth behind imagined worlds. This is your invitation.
Listen now: https://richardsonsrubicon.com/episode-1-the-reset/
#SpeculativeFiction #SciFiWriters
December 7, 2025 at 8:13 PM
🌒 Wrestling with a plot twist, magic system, or alien society?
Sit down for a recorded chat and explore it properly.
https://rubipod.link/interview

#SpeculativeFiction #AmWritingFantasy
December 7, 2025 at 12:56 PM
🎤 Got a book, brand, or brilliant idea?
Offering something quirky, quality, or quietly revolutionary?
Whether you're pushing a product, sharing a story, or just craving a bit of clout — we want you on the pod.
Be live or pre-recorded!
https://rubipod.link/interview
December 7, 2025 at 7:14 AM
Speculative fiction writers, fancy joining a podcast chat about worldbuilding, story craft, failures, wins, and the tricks you’ve learned the hard way? Come share your methods and madness on Richardson’s Rubicon. Drop me a message if you’re up for it. #SpeculativeFiction #Worldbuilding
December 5, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Pottering around in the kitchen?
1) Say to your Smart Speaker, "Play the Richardson's Rubicon Podcast".
2) Hide all sharp utensils.
3) Make a chamomile tea.
December 4, 2025 at 9:09 AM
☕✨ Every “coffee” you buy on Ko-fi helps keep me going with outreach for interviews and future collaborations ❤️
🔗 https://rubipod.link/8cceec9e
#SupportCreators #KoFiCommunity #CreativeFuel #RichardsonsRubicon
Buy Richardson's Rubicon a Coffee
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ko-fi.com
December 3, 2025 at 12:28 PM
An "anti-woke" commentator set out to expose supposed dangers on Oxford Street, only for real Londoners to showcase its everyday vibrancy instead. Sometimes the loudest claims unravel in plain daylight! Satire or reality check? Via @ThePoke: What a plank.
The Poke
An anti-woke warrior took a trip down London’s ‘infamous’ Oxford Street to show how dangerous it is and was hilariously owned into next year👇
rubipod.link
December 1, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Love lively chats, curious current affairs, and the occasional oddball story?
Fancy being a part-time pundit without the pressure of your own pod?
Slide into the spotlight — drop us a message and start co-hosting today!
November 29, 2025 at 12:24 PM
🎤 Got a message, mission, or something making waves?
Whether you’re launching a product, running a campaign, or reshaping the conversation — come share it on the pod.
Business, politics, or big ideas — we’re all ears.
Live or pre-recorded, your call.
https://rubipod.link/interview
November 28, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Fuel me! ☕✨ Every “coffee” you buy on Ko-fi helps keep Richardson’s Rubicon flowing with fresh ideas, and maybe some behind-the-scenes peeks. 💡❤️
🔗 https://rubipod.link/53c6435c
#SupportCreators #KoFiCommunity #RichardsonsRubicon #Podcast
Buy Richardson's Rubicon a Coffee
Become a supporter of Richardson's Rubicon today!
ko-fi.com
November 24, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Living in the future?
1) Say to your Smart Speaker, "Play the Richardson's Rubicon Podcast".
2) Look impossibly smug.
3) Bark more orders at the device when done.
November 24, 2025 at 9:10 AM
🎤 Got a book, brand, or brilliant idea?
Offering something quirky, quality, or quietly revolutionary?
Whether you're pushing a product, sharing a story, or just craving a bit of clout — we want you on the pod.
Be live or pre-recorded!
https://rubipod.link/interview
November 20, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Wow!!! Just WOW! Stargate is coming back. And not as a reboot, as a new chapter built on the existing shows. I am so stoked with this, it's fantastic news! What do you think?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZfO8D0OZNMU
#Stargate #MustSeeTV #Epic
November 19, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Got opinions on politics, passion for peculiar stories, or just like a good natter?
No need to launch your own show — come co-host ours!
Get in touch and let’s riff the Rubicon together.
November 19, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Pottering around in the kitchen?
1) Say to your Smart Speaker, "Play the Richardson's Rubicon Podcast".
2) Hide all sharp utensils.
3) Make a chamomile tea.
November 15, 2025 at 9:09 AM
The absolute state of Western politics is a warning sign, not a spectacle.
At what point do the MAGA faithful and the billionaire cheerleaders stop pretending that criminality becomes acceptable when it’s wrapped in a red tie?
November 12, 2025 at 9:01 PM
🎤 Got a message, mission, or something making waves?
Whether you’re launching a product, running a campaign, or reshaping the conversation — come share it on the pod.
Business, politics, or big ideas — we’re all ears.
Live or pre-recorded, your call.
https://rubipod.link/interview
November 11, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Love lively chats, curious current affairs, and the occasional oddball story?
Fancy being a part-time pundit without the pressure of your own pod?
Slide into the spotlight — drop us a message and start co-hosting today!
November 10, 2025 at 12:23 PM
“The British Indian Army was the largest volunteer army in history during the WW2, with over 2.5 million men in its ranks https://rubipod.link/7ed9be49
People’s Chancellor - Economics For The Many
“The British Indian Army was the largest volunteer army in history during the WW2, with over 2.5 million men in its ranks. The war effort incl my family. It may have included Zarah Sultana’s. She…
rubipod.link
November 10, 2025 at 4:53 AM
‘What’s the worst gift you’ve ever received?’ – 23 items you definitely shouldn’t be adding to your Christmas list https://rubipod.link/16ade845
The Poke
‘What’s the worst gift you’ve ever received?’ – 23 items you definitely shouldn’t be adding to your Christmas list. https://tinyurl.com/3va6khkv
rubipod.link
November 9, 2025 at 9:49 PM
‘What is a phrase that people use that you cannot stand?’ – 17 sayings that get under everyone’s skin tinyurl https://rubipod.link/4c89941d
The Poke
‘What is a phrase that people use that you cannot stand?’ – 17 sayings that get under everyone’s skin https://tinyurl.com/2xv46p4f
rubipod.link
November 9, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Coming soon: our look into how a £2 million Clipper Race claim became council “evidence” despite no data behind it.
What happens when governance checks fail? #ClipperRace
November 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM
During an interview with Mehdi Hasan this week, the Green leader was asked if rejoining the EU is a “Green Party aim,” to which ... https://rubipod.link/eecdb03e
People’s Chancellor - Economics For The Many
During an interview with Mehdi Hasan this week, the Green leader was asked if rejoining the EU is a “Green Party aim,” to which he replied: “Yes it is.” Via spottednewsofficial
rubipod.link
November 8, 2025 at 9:58 PM