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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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00:10:16

Most OVERLOOKED SFF Movies of the Century!

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2026/02/28

Some sci-fi and fantasy films explode into franchises… and others quietly become cult classics.In today’s episode of Fantasy for the Ages, I’m diving into my personal Top 10 Underrated SFF Movies Since 2000 — the films that were misunderstood, under-marketed, overshadowed, or simply never given the lasting cultural appreciation they deserve.We’re talking bold sci-fi, divisive twists, box office disappointments, and films that deserve a second (or third) watch.What does “underrated” really mean in

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00:08:51

Not Till We Are Lost: Did Dennis E. Taylor Do It Again?

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2026/02/27

🚀 Is the Bobiverse magic back?In this spoiler-lite review, I dive into Not Till We Are Lost, Book 5 of the Bobiverse series by Dennis E. Taylor — and ask the big question: does this installment recapture the multi-threaded, galaxy-spanning fun of the original trilogy?After the more focused narrative of Heaven’s River, this latest entry feels like a return to classic Bobiverse form: multiple Bobs, expanding frontiers, clever engineering solutions, escalating cosmic threats, and plenty of nerdy

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00:13:18

Is This Healthy? My Double Digit SFF Author Obsessions

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2026/02/25

How does an author earn double-digit commitment from a reader?In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim reveals the only 23 SFF authors he has read more than 10 novels from — ranked from the ones who just sneak in at 11 books… all the way to the author he’s read a staggering 61 novels by.No novellas. No short stories. Just full-length novels.From epic fantasy cornerstones to zombie apocalypse marathons, from multiverse classics to modern horror heavyweights — these are the writers who captured

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00:29:24

Three BookTubers Get REAL About Adrian Gibson's...

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2026/02/24

What happens when three sci-fi-loving BookTubers sit down for a no-holds-barred, full-spoiler deep dive into one of the most ambitious indie breakouts of recent years?In this special Fantasy for the Ages roundtable, Jim is joined by Matt from Geaux Read Books and Derek from D&J’s Epic Quest for a full spoiler discussion of Mushroom Blues: The Hofmann Report, Book 1 by Adrian M. Gibson. If you’ve already read the novel and want to unpack everything — the twists, the science, the character arcs,

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00:22:49

Christian SFF Recommendations for Kids & Teens |...

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2026/02/23

Looking for great fantasy & historical fiction for Middle Grades and YA readers that won’t constantly clash with Christian beliefs and values?After several recent episodes focused on adult readers, many of you asked for something specifically for kids and teens — books that are imaginative, adventurous, beautifully written… and either explicitly Christian or comfortably aligned with a Christian worldview. So in this episode, I build a starter shelf for families, youth leaders, teachers, and

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00:10:44

The Most Beautiful Zombie Apocalypse Novel Ever Written?

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2026/02/21

What if I told you the zombie apocalypse could be… beautiful?In this Jim solo episode of Fantasy for the Ages, I review The Reapers Are the Angels by Alden Bell — a short, haunting, Southern Gothic take on post-apocalyptic horror that absolutely stunned me. At just 225 pages, this novel delivers more depth, character development, and thematic weight than many books three times its size.Going into this, I was just hoping it would be an interesting read worth my time. I didn’t expect to love this. But

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00:10:08

Why This Unknown Fantasy Series Might Be Your New...

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2026/02/21

Do you miss classic epic fantasy?The kind with quests, looming kingdoms, mysterious artifacts, and heroes you can actually root for — without falling into tired tropes or endless grimdark?In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, I review The Silver Crystal by Ryan Lanz — a self-published epic fantasy that aims squarely at the heart of traditional adventure storytelling. Ryan reached out and offered me a copy, believing it would align with the kind of fantasy I love… and he wasn’t wrong.In this

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00:13:13

Top 10 Times Editorial Demands SAVED These SFFH...

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2026/02/17

What if The Lord of the Rings had been published as one giant book?What if The Stand had stayed permanently cut down?What if Ender’s Game had never expanded beyond a short story?For our 600th Tiny Talk, we’re diving into the fascinating (and sometimes dramatic) moments when publishers pushed authors to make changes — and how that tension shaped some of the greatest fantasy, sci-fi, and horror novels ever written.Sometimes publisher pressure made books better.Sometimes it delayed brilliance.And

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00:09:21

BOBIVERSE Just Got DEEPER — "Heaven's River" Review?

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2026/02/16

🚀 What makes Bob… Bob?After loving the original We Are Bob trilogy, I had one big question: could Dennis E. Taylor actually push the Bobiverse somewhere new — or was this going to feel like more of the same? In this spoiler-lite review of Heaven’s River, Book 4 of the Bobiverse series, I dive into the megastructure mystery, the tighter narrative focus, and the surprisingly deep identity questions that take this installment into more philosophical territory.This time, the Bobiverse doesn’t just

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00:23:57

Christians Can Enjoy THESE Fantasy AND Sci-Fi...

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2026/02/13

As Christians, we don’t have to be afraid of books that don’t match our faith.But sometimes? It’s really nice to read stories we can enjoy without compromise.After the huge response to my recent episode on SFF Books That Don’t Hate Christianity, you all flooded the comments with recommendations. So today I’m back with FIVE ranked sections of Christian-friendly fantasy and sci-fi — from lesser-known gems to major Christian SFF staples, to surprising TBR discoveries… and even a few big-name titles I’m

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00:11:33

SFF Books That Don't Hate Christianity — Jim's Recs

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2026/02/08

Are you a Christian who loves fantasy and science fiction, but is tired of stories that mock, dismiss, or outright attack faith? You’re not alone.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim shares 10 outstanding fantasy and sci-fi reading recommendations for Christians who want great storytelling that aligns with, explores, or is deeply informed by a Christian worldview. These aren’t sermons in disguise—but thoughtful, imaginative, and often powerful stories that wrestle with good and evil,

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00:21:55

Most EPIC Fantasy and Sci Fi Sidekick Duos Ever? (Our...

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2026/02/06

Some characters are great on their own.But put the right two together, and magic happens.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim & Zach dive into the Best Duos in Fantasy & Sci-Fi — across books, movies, and television — focusing on the pairs whose chemistry, banter, loyalty, and conflict make their stories better.These are the duos who:• Steal scenes every time they’re together• Elevate the world and the main plot• Balance humor, heart, and tension• And often end up being just as

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00:12:02

Glen Powell's Running Man is Uncomfortably Relevant

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2026/02/04

Is The Running Man (2025) the rare remake that’s actually better than the original?I went into this one as a fan of the 1987 Schwarzenegger classic—campy, quotable, and unmistakably of its era. But this new adaptation takes a very different approach: darker, smarter, more faithful to Stephen King’s novel, and far more interested in making a point than cracking jokes.In this spoiler-lite review, I break down why The Running Man (2025) is a far more serious, fully realized dystopian sci-fi film than

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00:28:19

Top 10 SFF Movies That Are Impossible to Stop Rewatching

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2026/02/03

What makes a Fantasy or Sci-Fi movie endlessly rewatchable?In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim & Zach counts down the Top 10 Most Rewatchable Fantasy & Sci-Fi Movies of All Time. These are the films you can drop into at any moment, watch for five minutes or two hours, and still have a great time.We’re talking about movies that:• Get better on repeat viewings• Reward familiarity with quotes, details, and payoff• Balance spectacle, character, and pure fun• And somehow never get old,

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00:12:10

We Are Legion (We Are Bob) - Why This Sci-Fi Novel Is...

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2026/02/02

Do you enjoy your science fiction with humor, while still delivering big ideas, hard-SF concepts, action, and genuine heart?In this episode, I (Jim) dive into We Are Legion (We Are Bob) by Dennis E. Taylor, the first book in the wildly popular Bobiverse series. This is smart, funny, binge-worthy science fiction that asks huge questions about identity, AI, and what it really means to be human… even when you’re technically a self-replicating space probe.After wanting to expand my sci-fi reading and

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00:26:48

MOST Epic Opening Scenes That Will Get You HOOKED On...

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2026/02/02

What makes an opening scene truly unforgettable?In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim and Zach count down their Top 10 Opening Scenes in Fantasy & Sci-Fi — across books, movies, and television. These are the moments that hooked us instantly, set the tone for everything that followed, and made us say, “Oh… I’m in.”We’re talking about opening scenes that:• Instantly establish tone, stakes, and voice• Redefine a genre or subgenre• Still hit just as hard on a rewatch or reread• Made us trust

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00:11:44

Stephen Graham Jones' The Only Good Indians: Horror...

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2026/01/29

What happens when a past wrong refuses to stay buried?In this episode, I dive into The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones, a modern horror novel that twists familiar haunting and revenge tropes into something deeply unsettling, emotionally sharp, and completely its own.After falling in love with The Indian Lake Trilogy, I spent about a year working my way up to this book, where many readers first encounter Stephen Graham Jones’ unmistakable voice. And wow… this one delivers.We’ll talk about:•

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00:09:49

Your MBTI Type Just Found Its Perfect Next SciFi Read!

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2026/01/28

Science fiction isn’t one-size-fits-all.Some readers love big ideas and long-term strategy.Others want emotional depth, character-driven stories, or fast, cinematic action.And here’s the thing: your personality plays a huge role in the kind of sci-fi you love.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, I’m matching science fiction reading recommendations to common Myers-Briggs personality types. Using the same framework as our fantasy episode, I take 10 of the most common personality types and pair

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00:21:33

You Voted For What? Zach Reacts to Actual SFF Picks

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2026/01/27

We asked YOU… and then Zach tried to guess how you voted. 😄What could possibly go wrong?In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim brings a stack of Fantasy & Sci-Fi poll questions straight from our community, and Zach has one job: predict the results before we reveal them. Sometimes he nails it. Sometimes… not so much.We cover a wide range of nerdy goodness, including:• Favorite and least-favorite SFF tropes• Beloved characters and controversial picks• Hot takes that surprised both of us•

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00:09:47

This Is What Happens When a Hero Has to Heal: "Twelve...

Fantasy for the Ages ·

2026/01/26

Harry Dresden has survived apocalypses.But surviving after one? That’s another story entirely.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim reviews The Dresden Files Book 18, Twelve Months by Jim Butcher — a novel that trades nonstop spectacle for something far more powerful: grief, healing, responsibility, and growth.Set in the year following the devastating Battle of Chicago, Twelve Months follows Harry Dresden as he struggles to process trauma, loss, guilt, and the weight of everything he’s

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