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Fantasy for the Ages

Jim (Father) and Zach (Son) talk about their ideas and perspectives on fantasy fiction, starting with Robert Jordan"s The Wheel of Time series but straying in various other directions as well. The generational difference in how they view what they read will become obvious (and entertaining, they hope!). Come enjoy our debates and explorations over what all these books mean, and see who you agree with.

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Episode 37: I Hope You Can Dance (TGH: Ch. 32)

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2021/06/13

Just a single chapter for you this time, but it's a doozie! We continue out trek through The Wheel of Time's The Great Hunt with this experience in Lord Barthanes manor, where some of our characters attempt misdirection while others literally go on a hunt - but Rand ends up feeling like the hunted. WoTionary w Special Guests Fantasy for the Ages, Gleeman Twitch & Master of the Deck: https://youtu.be/W8kecUOTqLA Access Patron-only content, unlock the opportunity to listen and chat during live

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Episode 36: Midweek Special: Rate a Magic System...

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2021/06/09

We're taking a risk, covering the grandfather of modern fantasy, J.R.R. Tolkien's epic works of Middle Earth, and specifically the magic system he incorporated into The Silmarillion, The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and all the other works he created in this world. What can you say about a classic? Well, we definitely have a couple of things. Hope you enjoy! Access Patron-only content, unlock the opportunity to listen and chat during live recordings, and explore other benefits by supporting us on

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Episode 35: Standing Outside the Fire (TGH: Ch. 30-31)

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2021/06/05

Due to personal scheduling, it's simply to drop this episode today rather than our regular Sunday. Bonus for those of you waiting on fresh content each week! Continuing with our Wheel of Time content, we spend both these chapters of The Great Hunt in the city of Cairhien. Highlights? Rand finally figures out how to play a little of the Great Game, and reconnects with old friends. Just in time, as it's getting a little hot in this city! Access Patron-only content, unlock the opportunity to listen

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Episode 34: Firework (TGH: Ch. 27-29)

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2021/05/30

Continuing on in our adventures of The Great Hunt, we bring three different chapters to you today, covering a number of varied settings, from Rand and Loial in Cairhien to Mat and Perrin following behind with some Shienarens and a tag-along Aes Sedai, and then finally clear across the continent to learn more about other characters we'd sent off on different adventures. Big things are set in motion here, very explosive. Enjoy! Technical note: We had a microphone glitch on this recording, a nine

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Episode 33: Midweek Special: Game of Thrones on HBO -...

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2021/05/26

We love each chance to bring one of these midweek episodes to you, diving into fantasy fiction content of all shapes and sizes. In THIS episode we talk about Game of Thrones, the epic, groundbreaking HBO television series. There is SO MUCH that fantasy fiction fans owe those who produced this series. There's also plenty to be disappointed and frustrated about. We explore both sides of the coin. Access Patron-only content, unlock the opportunity to listen and chat during live recordings, and

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Episode 32: I Am Not Your Game Boy (TGH: Ch. 25-26)

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2021/05/23

Finally, Rand and party arrive in Cairhien. And the gaming that goes on is CRAZY. I mean, many people have acted in "sus" sorts of ways so far through the series, but the Cairhienen take it up a notch. We find it highly entertaining, even if Rand does not. New in this episode, upon listener request, we add "The Spoiler Room" onto the end of the episode. The vast majority of the episode is "spoiler-lite" as usual, great for first-time readers, just highlighting foreshadowing and hinting at

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Episode 31: Skyscraper (TGH: Ch. 22-24)

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2021/05/16

Continuing into The Great Hunt, we leave Rand and friends behind and learn what some of the others we know and love have been up to. Here we'll check in with Moiraine and Lan, Nynaeve, and then Egwene, separate chapters for each, while also being introduced (and re-introduced) to some additional significant, recurring characters. There is a whole bunch of important information dropped in these chapters - pay close attention! Make our day, get access to Patron-only content, and unlock the

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Episode 30: Midweek Special: Rate a Magic System...

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2021/05/12

Wow! 30 episodes! That's a lot of content in just six months. Thanks for joining us along the way. For this episode, we're continuing our series digging into the Magic Systems found in various fantasy fiction series, this time exploring the world of Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn. Super complex and intricate - and SO interesting. Sanderson is a magic system master - come join us as we dive into the inner workings of the world of the initial Mistborn Trilogy. Make our day, and get access to

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Episode 29: Games People Play (TGH: Ch. 20-21)

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2021/05/09

Rand, Loial, Hurin and Selene continue on towards Cairhien, knowing Fain and his Darkfriends and Trollocs are likely in pursuit. They come upon a huge freakin' statues being unearthed, that provokes a huge freakin' response from Rand. Getting past that, they make it to a town, where we are introduced to "the Great Game," an element to the story which will have an impact again, and again, and again. Enjoy! Become a supporter on our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Rate and

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Episode 28: Lost and Found (TGH: Ch. 19)

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2021/05/02

Just one chapter for you this week, but a solid one. Rand, Loial, Hurin, and the Lady Selene await the arrive of Fain & Friends, hoping to recover the items that were stolen. Just think of the glory! And when they show up, what happens is, well, surprising. We see Rand the machine, Loial the log, Hurin the extra guy, and Selene... well, we get to see Selene! Enjoy the listen. Become a supporter on our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Rate and review us at Apple Podcast or

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Episode 27: Midweek Special: Series That Need to Come...

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2021/04/28

Zach and Jim take time to discuss the various fantasy and science fiction books & series they want to see adapted for movie or television, whether for the first time or because they were done before and we need that horrid memory expunged from our brains by something better. What do you agree with? What did we miss? Have a listen. Rate and review us at Apple Podcast or wherever you download content. Share your thoughts, questions, or ideas: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com. Join us on Discord:

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Episode 26: I’ll Make a Man Out of You (TGH: Ch. 15-18)

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2021/04/25

This is one of our most entertaining episodes (we think). Great content to cover, as we follow Rand, Loial, and Hurin through the mirror world, along with an intriguing new companion they come upon, while also spending some time catching up with Egwene and Nynaeve on their traveling adventure to the island city. We additionally somehow found ourselves going down various rabbit trails of conversation, and that is where the best listening can sometimes be found. Rate and review us at Apple Podcast or

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Episode 25: It’s My Life (TGH: Ch. 10-14)

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2021/04/18

Continuing further into The Great Hunt, we really do. That is, we really hunt. Rand, Mat, Perrin, Loial, and the Shienarans are hot on the trail of the Darkfriends, seeking what has been stolen, for the good of the world as well as for Mat's long term health prospects. We'll also take a little time to follow up on Egwene and Nynaeve as they begin the journey to Tar Valon and all that will mean for their futures. And then, returning to our hunting party, we get a curveball thrown into the story. Or

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Episode 24: Midweek Special: Rate a Magic System...

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2021/04/14

Next up in our series of specials rating the magic systems of various fantasy series is the Shannara series by Terry Brooks. One of the first fantasy series Jim came upon, and a long time favorite of many fantasy readers, we're excited to dissect this one a bit, seeing how it holds up to our highly subjective and arbitrary rating scale. We hope you enjoy our exploration of all that Brooks created in for his magical novels, running over 40 years of real time. Rate and review us at Apple Podcast or

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Episode 23: When You Believe - (TGH: Ch. 6-9)

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2021/04/11

Our coverage of The Great Hunt continues here as the repercussions of the previous chapters make a resounding impact. Rand learns new reasons for concern, from prophecies to Aes Sedai revelations. The people of Fal Dara are reeling from the events of Chapter 5, and things don't get better here. And Chapter 8, The Dragon Reborn, has more bombshells. So much revealed and changed in just four chapters! We loved it - think you will too. We appreciate hearing your thoughts on the podcast: Rate and

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Episode 22: I Can See Clearly Now (TGH: Prologue,...

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2021/04/04

Join us in this episode as we jump into Book 2 of The Wheel of Time, The Great Hunt. This is our single longest episode to date. There was simply what Jim felt was the perfect chunk of content to begin and set the stage for this next book, in both actions and tone, so we set out to get it all in. Coming in at just under two hours, we can assure you, it's good from beginning to end, because The Great Hunt is an excellent read! From learning more about Darkfriends, to the introduction of many Aes

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Episode 21: Midweek Special: The Dune Saga is the...

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2021/03/31

Zach and Jim get into it in this episode, as Jim goes off all fanboy on his favorite sci-fi fantasy series and makes his claims for its greatness, and Zach comes along and rips his points to shreds. They have an engaging and entertaining debate; name-calling may even have occurred. Jim was right, of course. Or was that Zach? Hmmm... Listen and see what you think? Share your thoughts, questions, or ideas with us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com. Even better, join us on Discord, a great place to

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Episode 20: Keep Holding On (EotW: Ch. 52-53, & Wrap...

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2021/03/28

The big finish of the first book of The Wheel of Time. Here we review the last two chapters of The Eye of the World, and then wrap up with discussion on the book as a whole, as well as thoughts about the rest of the series to come. As usual, there may be some spoilers in what we share, but we’ll try to keep things “spoiler-lite”, more like hints and highlighting points of significance rather than ruining the big reveals ahead. If you enjoy listening, let us know, and tell others! Give us a rating

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Episode 19: Fight Song (EotW: Ch. 48-51)

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2021/03/21

This may be our second to last episode on Robert Jordan's The Eye of the World, but THIS is where the action is at. Our company heads north into the Blight, to the actual Eye of the World, and NOTHING goes as they expected. Surprises, danger, and amazement await - and the people of our Company will never be the same. As always, you may encounter minor spoilers here, but we keep the style "spoiler-lite," seeking only to enhance the experience with hints and foreshadowing highlights - no massive

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Episode 18: Midweek Special: Rate a Magic System...

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2021/03/17

This Midweek Special kicks off a series we will return to from time to time, diving deep into the magic system created for various fantasy series. We'll explore the rules, what makes the system tick, all the things one can do with the magic. We'll explore its strengths, and seek to identify any intentional failings as well as perhaps author inconsistencies. At the end of each magic system review, we'll give our clear, definitive, and likely rather subjective rating score. This episode, come hear how

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