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World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast

World Anvil founders Janet (writer, worldbuilder, nutcase) and Dimitris (GM, worldbuilding wizard, techmonkey)

Are you worldbuilding for homebrew RPG campaigns, novels, game development, films or anything else? Then you"re in the right place! Designed to educate, inspire and entertain, World Anvil"s founders - writer & RPG designer Janet Forbes and Gamemaster and RPG designer Dimitris chat with creators and academics about the brass tacks of worldbuilding, exploring a new theme each month. Expect topics like novel writing and short stories, game design, Cultures and Societies, Settlements and their needs,

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19:35

Modern Mythic Fantasy with Abigail Owen (part 2)

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2025/02/19

Storytellers have been remixing tales of Greek gods since... well, ancient Greece! Kat chats with award-winning author Abigail Owens, whose new release Games Gods Play retells the Hades/Persephone myth in present-day San Francisco. Let's talk about worldbuilding a mythic fantasy setting that blends ancient and modern elements! https://abigailowen.com/ https://linktr.ee/abigailowen WORLDBUILD WITH US! Create a ✨free✨ World Anvil account today! Worldbuilding software, campaign manager and novel

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26:00

Modern Mythic Fantasy with Abigail Owen (part 1)

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2025/02/19

Storytellers have been remixing tales of Greek gods since... well, ancient Greece! Kat chats with award-winning author Abigail Owens, whose new release Games Gods Play retells the Hades/Persephone myth in present-day San Francisco. Let's talk about worldbuilding a mythic fantasy setting that blends ancient and modern elements! https://abigailowen.com/ https://linktr.ee/abigailowen WORLDBUILD WITH US! Create a ✨free✨ World Anvil account today! Worldbuilding software, campaign manager and novel

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32:43

Adapting Life to Creative Capacity with Sandra Tayler...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2025/02/12

How do you fit creative work into an already jam-packed life? Especially when you must account for things like physical and mental health challenges? Join Janet and author Sandra Tayler, whose new book Structuring Life to Support Creativity tackles these questions and more! https://www.sandratayler.com/ https://structuring-life-to-support-creativity.backerkit.com/ https://www.onecobble.com/ WORLDBUILD WITH US! Create a ✨free✨ World Anvil account today! Worldbuilding software, campaign manager

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30:51

Adapting Life to Creative Capacity with Sandra Tayler...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2025/02/12

How do you fit creative work into an already jam-packed life? Especially when you must account for things like physical and mental health challenges? Join Janet and author Sandra Tayler, whose new book Structuring Life to Support Creativity tackles these questions and more! https://www.sandratayler.com/ https://structuring-life-to-support-creativity.backerkit.com/ https://www.onecobble.com/ WORLDBUILD WITH US! Create a ✨free✨ World Anvil account today! Worldbuilding software, campaign manager

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33:04

Comedy Science Fiction with Andy Law (Part 2)

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2025/02/05

To celebrate Douglas Adam's iconic "Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" we're talking about Comedy Science Fiction. Comedy Scifi is an oft-forgotten genre, but from "Galaxy Quest" to "Rick and Morty" to "Starter Villain" by John Scalzi, it's an increasingly popular take on far future worlds! Join Janet Forbes, Kat Bradbury and Andy Law as we delve deep into how to make the future funny, as well as what to avoid! https://www.rookerypublications.com @lawhammer.bsky.social @coffeecupkat.bsky.social

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25:11

Comedy Science Fiction with Andy Law (Part 1)

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2025/02/05

To celebrate Douglas Adam's iconic "Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" we're talking about Comedy Science Fiction. Comedy Scifi is an oft-forgotten genre, but from "Galaxy Quest" to "Rick and Morty" to "Starter Villain" by John Scalzi, it's an increasingly popular take on far future worlds! Join Janet Forbes, Kat Bradbury and Andy Law as we delve deep into how to make the future funny, as well as what to avoid! https://www.rookerypublications.com @lawhammer.bsky.social @coffeecupkat.bsky.social

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29:38

Anthologies - What, Why & How with Bona Books (Part 2)

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2025/01/29

If you're writing short stories, it's good to know what an anthology is, what different kinds of anthologies exist, why people produce them, and how to write for one! Janet & Kat are joined by writing partners Trip Galey and Chris McCartney of Bona Books, who are publishing a themed anthology. https://www.bona-books.com https://www.tripgaley.com @chrismccartney.bsky.social

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28:26

Anthologies - What, Why & How with Bona Books (Part 1)

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2025/01/29

If you're writing short stories, it's good to know what an anthology is, what different kinds of anthologies exist, why people produce them, and how to write for one! Janet & Kat are joined by writing partners Trip Galey and Chris McCartney of Bona Books, who are publishing a themed anthology. https://www.bona-books.com/ https://tripgaley.com/ @chrismccartney.bsky.social

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30:47

Episode 54, part 2: Worldbuilding Urban Legends &...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2024/07/31

The Blair Witch Project created a whole new film genre - and co-producer Gregg Hale is with guest host Kat to talk about worldbuilding urban legends and folk horror (and dark fairytales, like his new multimedia project, Black Velvet Fairies). Take a walk on the darker side of folklore as we explore how to make a creepy setting that uses the familiar to evoke DREAD.

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30:18

Episode 54, part 1: Worldbuilding Urban Legends &...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2024/07/31

The Blair Witch Project created a whole new film genre - and co-producer Gregg Hale is with guest host Kat to talk about worldbuilding urban legends and folk horror (and dark fairytales, like his new multimedia project, Black Velvet Fairies). Take a walk on the darker side of folklore as we explore how to make a creepy setting that uses the familiar to evoke DREAD.

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32:27

Episode 53, part 2: Two Player and Couples RPGs with...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2024/07/24

Join Janet as we sit down with talented game designer (and counselor!) Alex Roberts, creator of Star Crossed, For the Queen and Our Time on Earth to explore the world of two-player and couples tabletop roleplaying games. Discover the magic of creating shared stories with just one other player and explore the ways RPGs can build connections and strengthen relationships.

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29:12

Episode 53, part 1: Two Player and Couples RPGs with...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2024/07/24

Join Janet as we sit down with talented game designer (and counselor!) Alex Roberts, creator of Star Crossed, For the Queen and Our Time on Earth to explore the world of two-player and couples tabletop roleplaying games. Discover the magic of creating shared stories with just one other player and explore the ways RPGs can build connections and strengthen relationships.

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36:20

Episode 52, part 2: Titling Your Novel or Short Story...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2024/07/17

What's in a name? Maybe everything! Janet is joined by authors Trip Galey, Chris McCartney, and Kat Bradbury to discuss pro tips (and what to avoid) when it comes to naming your novels, titling your stories, and deciding what to call That Crazy Thing You Created.

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32:32

Episode 52, part 1: Titling Your Novel or Short Story...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2024/07/17

What's in a name? Maybe everything! Janet is joined by authors Trip Galey, Chris McCartney, and Kat Bradbury to discuss pro tips (and what to avoid) when it comes to naming your novels, titling your stories, and deciding what to call That Crazy Thing You Created.

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33:39

Episode 51, part 2: Gaslamp Fantasy Worldbuilding...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2024/07/10

Join Janet and award-winning and best-selling author Laura Anne Gilman for a conversation about the historical fantasy world she’s built in the Huntsmen series. What is "gaslamp fantasy"? And how can you create an immersive fantastical world grounded in real world history?

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26:27

Episode 51, part 1: Gaslamp Fantasy Worldbuilding...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2024/07/10

Join Janet and award-winning and best-selling author Laura Anne Gilman for a conversation about the historical fantasy world she’s built in the Huntsmen series. What is "gaslamp fantasy"? And how can you create an immersive fantastical world grounded in real world history?

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38:46

Episode 50, part 2: Setting Sustainable Creative...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2024/07/03

Storytellers obsess over our goals - long and short term. In this episode, Janet is chatting with Peter Chiykowski, creator of the Story Engine Deck, about doing it in a balanced, responsible way to avoid burnout and overwhelm. Grab a cozy beverage, your favorite planners and pens, and let's prepare for an amazing year of worldbuilding!

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33:01

Episode 50, part 1: Setting Sustainable Creative...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2024/07/03

Storytellers obsess over our goals - long and short term. In this episode, Janet is chatting with Peter Chiykowski, creator of the Story Engine Deck, about doing it in a balanced, responsible way to avoid burnout and overwhelm. Grab a cozy beverage, your favorite planners and pens, and let's prepare for an amazing year of worldbuilding!

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32:38

Episode 49, part 2: Mixing Mystery & SciFi with Mur...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2024/06/26

We've got a killer interview today! Join Janet and Mur Lafferty, Hugo Award winning podcaster and author of Solo: A Star Wars Story and the Midsolar Murders series. We'll discuss blending genres - specifically sci-fi and murder mysteries. You won't want to miss it!

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29:39

Episode 49, part 1: Mixing Mystery & SciFi with Mur...

World Anvil Worldbuilding Podcast ·

2024/06/26

We've got a killer interview today! Join Janet and Mur Lafferty, Hugo Award winning podcaster and author of Solo: A Star Wars Story and the Midsolar Murders series. We'll discuss blending genres - specifically sci-fi and murder mysteries. You won't want to miss it!

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