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goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · 17d

On this episode of TFTB we pay the price for sleeping through the alarms and missing our studio time. So we’ve selected a few of our favourite interview moments for your enjoyment. @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social
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Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-10-01 · 44m

A Chat with Chris Hadfield

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Sep 18

Kicking off season 5 in style. We chat with Astronaut and Best Selling Author Chris Hadfield. He was the first Canadian to command the International Space Station, he was a Test Pilot, Engineer, and now a tech entrepreneur. @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...

Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-09-17 · 41m

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Aug 21

Loved having you. Looking forward to Angel Maker! 🙂

Another Chat with Elizabeth Bear!

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Aug 21

On this episode of TFTB we have Elizabeth Bear back to the Bridge! We chat about the latest instalment of the White Space novels, Folded Sky. We also get the latest on the long awaited sequel to Karen Memory. @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social @matociquala.bsky.social
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Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-08-20 · 36m

TFTB Book Club: When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Aug 7

On this episode we discuss what might happen if the moon turned to cheese. It’s a serious question, and we use John Scalzi’s novel, ‘When the Moon Hits Your Eye’ as the foundation for our investigation.
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goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Jul 24

On this episode of Film Club, we talk about Gattaca, the debut film from director/writer Andrew Niccol. We discuss performances, critical reviews, and what questions we had after watching.
@talesfromthebridge.bsky.social #ethanhawke #umathurman #andrewniccol
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TFTB Film Club: Gattaca (1997)

Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-07-23 · 33m

TFTB Book Club: Infinity Gate by M.R. Carey

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Jul 10

On this episode of TFTB we dive into the Infinity Gate, by M.R. Carey. This book has it all, a multi-verse, aliens, quantum physics, and plenty of action. #infinitygate #sciencefiction @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social

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Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-07-09 · 34m

A Chat with Andy Weir, author of The Martian & Project Hail Mary

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goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Jun 30

If you’re getting excited for the release of Project Hail Mary, check out our chat with the author, Andy Weir. @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social

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Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2023-09-20 · 55m

TFTB Film Club: The Fifth Element (1997)

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goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Jun 26

On this episode of TFTB film club we revisit The Fifth Element. It’s been 28 years since this movie came out, does it still hold up? Let us know what you think! @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social
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Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-06-25 · 37m

A Chat with Arkady Martine

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Jun 12

Joining us on TFTB, is author, Arkady Martine. Her Texi-calon duology won the Hugo Award for Best Novel both times. Her latest book, Rose/House, was recently re-released by TOR.
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Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-06-11 · 45m

A Chat with Dave Blass, Production Designer for Star Trek: Picard

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · May 29

Joining us on the Bridge this week is Production Designer, David Blass. Known for his work on ‘Star Trek: Picard’ and a ton of other work you’ve enjoyed. #picard #startrek #tng @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social
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Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-05-28 · 55m

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goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · May 14

On this episode of TFTB we chat with author, Ray Nayler. He joins us to talk about his latest book, ‘Where the Axe is Buried’. If you feel that sci-fi has a social purpose - this is the conversation you’ve been looking for. @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social

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A Chat with Ray Nayler

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TFTB Book Club: The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · May 1

On this ep of TFTB we discuss The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K Le Guin. We also have some cool Science Fiction-Science Fact! @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social
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Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-04-30 · 43m

TFTB Film Club: Edge of Tomorrow (2014)

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Apr 16

On this ep of TFTB Film Club we revisit the 2014 Sci-fi hit, Edge of Tomorrow. Fingers crossed, Tom takes a break from impossible missions to deliver on a long-anticipated part two. We'd love to see more Live, Die, Repeat. #filmclub @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...

Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-04-16 · 39m

TFTB Book Club: Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Apr 3

On this episode of TFTB, things take a turn for the weird. Our book of the month was the first instalment of the perfectly ridiculous (and kind of fun), Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman #dungeoncrawlercarl @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...

Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-04-02 · 39m

A Chat with Edward Ashton, Author of Mickey 7

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Edward Ashton @edashtonwriting.bsky.social · Mar 20

If you find yourself in the Boston area on Sunday, please join me at the West Newton Cinema for book signing, a screening of MICKEY 17, and a Q&A afterwards. It's going to be a fun evening. Hope to see you there.

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goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Mar 20

We sit down with Edward Ashton, author of Mickey 7. Now on the big screen under the title Mickey 17 and directed by Bong Joon-Ho with a A+ cast we highly recommend it. @edashtonwriting.bsky.social @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social
#mickey17 #mickey7 #bookstagram

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Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-03-19 · 40m

TFTB Film Club: Donnie Darko (2001)

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Mar 6

On this ep of TFTB Film Club, we travel back to 2001 and watch cult classic Donnie Darko. Quick refresher - the film is about a teenager named Donnie who meets a demonic rabbit named Frank. Happens all the time. #donniedarko @talesfromthebride.bsky.social

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Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-03-05 · 44m

TFTB Book Club: Service Model by Adrian Tchaikovsky

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Feb 20

In this episode, we chat about Adrian Tchaikovsky's novel, Service Model. It’s a great read and we highly recommend it.
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Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-02-19 · 33m

Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-02-05 · 52m

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Feb 6

In this episode, we sit down with Neil Clarke. Many of you know Neil as the award-winning editor of @clarkesworldmagazine.com. We had a great conversation and hope you check it out on TFTB. #speculativefiction #sciencefiction @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social

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A Chat with Neil Clarke

A Chat with Ben Berman Ghan

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Jan 23

In this episode, we chat with author, Ben Berman Ghan. Ben came on to talk about his new novel, The Years Shall Run Like Rabbits. We highly recommend both book and episode!

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Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-01-22 · 38m

A Chat with James Rollins

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goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Jan 9

On this episode we sit down with NYT bestselling author James Rollins. We talk about his latest instalment for the fantastic MoonFall Saga, and of course we get the latest on The Sigma Series. #jamesrollins #sigmaseries #moonfallsaga #sff #sciencefiction
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Podcast Episode · Tales From The Bridge · 2025-01-08 · 46m

Science Fiction Podcast · 4 Seasons · Updated Biweekly

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Jan 5

Nice! Let us know what you thought of it when you’re finished.

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Jan 3

Happy National Science Fiction Day! (To all who celebrate 😁) #asimov #sciencefiction

goja (he/him) @sgojan.bsky.social · Dec 23

Thrilled to welcome Dennis E. Taylor back to the Bridge. We chat about the 5th book from The Bobiverse, "Not Till We Are Lost" - on Audible now. We also get a hint at what's next for the series… @dennisetaylor.bsky.social @talesfromthebridge.bsky.social
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