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SLAY Episode 91: Little Loser

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/04/13

Dante Oganov is getting ready to make another run at Callista to take over her criminal holdings in Lumencia. Dante, with help from Lincoln’s friend and former lawyer Dillon Cantrell, set up a bounty to test Lincoln. Lincoln had to defeat a swarm of lagrounes, water-based undead that attacked from beneath the Bendelson Bridge near downtown.Dante is on the run from Vestinian, who once tasked Dante to find Billy Middleton. Dante failed. Vestinian wants payback. He hired famed bounty hunter Icepick

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32:22

DEEP CUTS Episode 45: META Pirated My Books to Train AI

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/04/07

What’s a hard-working novelist to do when an internet oligarch steals books to train AI? What if that internet oligarch steals over seven million books? Scott & A discuss the potential fallout.Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Anyone out there planning to rage against the AI machine? If there’s a blog involved, save 99% on your 3-year .com domain by using GoDaddy

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28:14

SLAY Episode 90: None More Black

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/04/06

Magda successfully operated the Cursed Armor of Sir Arnault the Pure. Will the armor provide a cheat to her agoraphobia? While possessing the armor, can she leave the Old Stone Church for the first time in years?Lincoln’s brother Lukas and sister Sophia showed up unannounced at the Old Stone Church and delivered a message — the Clostator, the leader of the Bastion, demands Linc’s presence in Cordis. To the Franks siblings, the Clostator is also known as “Aunty Juanita,” as she was once the

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54:37

DEEP CUTS Episode 44: Twenty Years of Podcasting: The...

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/04/02

Goodness gracious, it’s been a couple decades! This episode, we take a chaotic look back over the last two chaotic decades of Scott’s podcasting and publishing career. I'm not going to lie—it’s delightful. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Thinking of starting your two-decade-long career today? Use GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG on a glorious new three-year dot-com

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41:06

SLAY Episode 89: Armor Charmer

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/03/30

The Black Armor of Sir Arnault the Pure is safe at the Old Stone Church. While Lincoln recovers from the hunt, the gang learns the armor’s interesting secret. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. Looks like Halloween comes early for Magda! She should blog about it, snag a new .com domain for ninety-nine percent

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58:56

DEEP CUTS Episode 43: What Authors Wish They Knew...

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/03/25

Think once you get picked up by a publisher, your days of scrapping are over? Oh, sweet summer child, that’s not how any of this works. We asked a few of Scott’s author pals what advice they’d give, and we discuss their words of wisdom.Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment I wish I had a crystal ball back when I got my new three-year dot-com domain. I would have saved

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37:42

SLAY Episode 88: Dungeon Dive

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/03/23

Ariella sent Linc and Billy to Israel to acquire the Black Armor of Sir Arnault the Pure, an ancient relic hidden deep in the catacombs beneath the Hospitaller Commandery of Saint-Jean-d’Acre.Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. Armor up your side hustle with a new domain. Use GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG3 to

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20:22

DEEP CUTS Episode 42: Random Questions from the Junkies

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/03/18

We were all set to talk about things Scott wished he knew before he got published, but the universe (and the internet) had different plans for us. If you ever wonder what it’s like behind the podcasting curtain, this one’s for you. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment We’ll get back to our regularly scheduled programming soon. When you’re ready for your new

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41:42

SLAY Episode 87: Icepick

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/03/16

Dante Oganov offered Lincoln a deal — help him get blackmail material on Callista and use it to force Callista out, and Dante would set Lincoln’s son Sam free. The offer brings significant danger to Sam, though, as Callista will not be happy, and Dante is being hunted by Vestinian — the man who ruined Magda and wants to absorb Billy’s power. Lincoln wasn’t sure if he should take the deal because of the risk to Sam, but after meeting with his substance abuse group, he decided he has to take the

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44:50

DEEP CUTS Episode 41: Listener-Supported Podcasting

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/03/11

Empty Set is moving to a new model: listener-supported podcasting. We’re committed to giving committed fans the complete experience. Scott, A, and the live-stream audience chat about ad-supported, freemium listener-supported models. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment No matter the level, one of the best things I can tell you is that using GoDaddy Promo Code

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43:14

SLAY Episode 86: Cute Pup

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/03/09

The crew discusses Dante’s offer back at the old stone church. With Billy a full-fledged member of the team now, everyone has to weigh in on what comes next. As Ariella departs for home to think on it, Linc departs for a different kind of meeting.Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. Dragon’s got 99 problems, but

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46:17

DEEP CUTS Episode 40: Tips for Creating Strong Dialogue

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/03/04

Ever wonder why that scene of Michael and Fredo gets you every time you watch Godfather 2? It’s the dialogue. It’s so strong, so powerful, so invisible. Scott and A delve into how writers create strong dialogue on the page and why it resonates. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Fredo, you broke my heart! That’s what I imagine I’d tell him for getting a new 3-year

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39:46

SLAY Episode 85: Let’s Make Deal

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/03/02

After Billy and Lincoln defeat the lagrounes, Dillon and Dante have an opportunity to discuss what is as exciting as it is dangerous. Will the Old Stone Church crew mobilize to finally defeat one of their biggest threats? Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. When I get done killing all the swamp monsters I like

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37:53

DEEP CUTS Episode 39: Scott’s Favorite Books &...

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/02/25

Scott creates stories people love, but which stories did he love when he was a kid? A & Scott talk about the books, movies, and experiences that continue to influence his writing in this episode. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment I loved Misfits of Science and Piers Anthony books as a kid. If I was more creative, I’d use GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG for a new

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38:16

SLAY Episode 84: Under the Bridge

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/02/23

Billy, Lincoln, and Dragon have set up shop under the Bendleson Bridge, which spans the wide Luminaria River. There, they waited for nightfall, when the nocturnal monsters known as lagrounes would come a-callin’. There’s a bounty on those lagrounes, a bounty placed by none other than Lincoln’s former lawyer, Dillon Cantrell. No one has been able to reach Cantrell to find out why he placed the bounty. The sun has set. Night has fallen. It’s almost time to fight. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob

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47:10

DEEP CUTS Episode 38: Information Sharing in...

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/02/18

On this week’s episode, Scott and A talk about how storytellers deftly share important information, and how exposition sometimes goes wrong. Scott talks about his tools and tips to keep the story flowing and readers engaged. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Did you know it was the jilted ex-lover the whole time? You should start a blog and snag a new three-year

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37:48

SLAY Episode 83: Swamp Water

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/02/16

Billy and Lincoln go after a bounty together for the first time, with Dragon along for the trip. But before they can complete the job, they have a run-in with another bounty hunter and his familiar. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. Dragon’s a good buddy, she’d tell you to use the ninety-nine percent off a

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29:16

DEEP CUTS Episode 37: Scott’s Characters Ask Scott...

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/02/12

Oh, what fresh hell is this? Scott’s fans sent in questions for Scott’s characters to ask Scott. Things absolutely got nuts; no Perry pun intended. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Questions? You’ll have all the answers if you use GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG3 to slice and dice ninety-nine percent off a brand-new dot-com domain registration. Learn more about your

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44:50

SLAY Episode 82: Three’s Company

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/02/09

Billy lied about how he's growing his new power, Lincoln is lying about his whereabouts, and Magda is just plain lying to herself. When they all get caught out at the same time, can they keep their secrets? Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. You want some sizzle on that steak? Use our Stamps.com promo code

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37:30

DEEP CUTS Episode 36: Emergency Preparedness

Scott Sigler Slices ·

2025/02/04

Twenty minutes' notice to evacuate due to a nearby emergency? That’s what happened at Empty Set last week due to wildfire. Scott & A talk about that experience, emergency preparedness, and what to pack in your go-bag if you have to bug out.Find out what you need at ready.gov/kit or your local government’s website. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment It’s smart to

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