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Tales From The Bridge

Tristan, Sam, Kevin, James

Tales From the Bridge is a podcast that discusses all things science fiction. Join Tristan, Kevin, James, and Sam as they chat with your favourite science fiction authors and filmmakers. We cover the best in sci-fi, from books and graphic novels - to television and film. We also geek out on cutting-edge concepts in our news segment, Science Fiction-Science Fact.Subscribe, follow, like, and leave a review. We"d love to hear from you!

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41:09

A Chat with Chris Hadfield

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2025/09/17

We’re kicking off our 5th season in style. On this episode of TFTB we sit down with Astronaut and Best Selling Author, Chris Hadfield. Among his many accomplishments he was the first Canadian to command the International Space Station, he was a Test Pilot, an Engineer, and now a tech entrepreneur.All of this experience elevates his latest novel, Final Orbit which is the third book in a series that began with the Apollo Murders. We talk about his books, and his new Podcast; Chris Hadfield on Energy

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38:22

TFTB Film Club: Her (2013)

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2025/09/03

Take a deep dive into Her, the Spike Jonze film from 2013. We chat about the themes, performances, writing, and more. Has the concept of this AI based film become prophetic, or is the idea of AI relationships just not that science fiction anymore? Let us know what you think! Please let us know if there is a book or film that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media or email us at talesfromthebridgepodcast@gmail.com Link tree https://linktr.ee/tal...

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35:50

Another Chat with Elizabeth Bear!

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2025/08/20

On this episode, we welcome Hugo Award winning author, Elizabeth Bear back to the Bridge. We dig into the latest instalment of the White Space novels, Folded Sky. We also get the latest on the long awaited sequel to Karen Memory. It’s called Angel Maker and (as of this recording), is currently available for preorder. Check the link below. Any opportunity to chat with Elizabeth is just time well spent, and we know you’ll enjoy this one. Check out her website below, lots of cool things are happening

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33:43

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

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2025/08/06

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. Much to learn here. We’ll also look at a unique proposal for interstellar travel on Science Fiction Science Fact, and we’ll chat about the other books and films we’ve been enjoying. A new interstellar propulsion method: T.A.R.S. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=MDM1COWJ2Hc Please let us know if there is

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33:07

TFTB Film Club: Gattaca (1997)

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2025/07/23

In this episode of Film Club, we talk about Gattaca, the debut film from director/writer Andrew Niccol. We discuss the performances, the critical reviews, and what questions we were left with after watching. We find out what film we'll be watching next, and end things off with a trivia segment. Please let us know if there is a book that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media or email us at talesfromthebridgepodcast@gmail.com Link tree https://l...

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33:35

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

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2025/07/09

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. On Science Fiction - Science Fact, we look at the future of doom scrolling, but with mind control. We also take some time to debrief on Andor, and we will have more to come on this... Of course, we also have our next book of the month, and we’ve got a fun one for you. Please let us know if there is a book that you want us to review on the p...

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36:47

TFTB Film Club: The Fifth Element (1997)

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2025/06/25

On this episode of TFTB film club we talk about The Fifth Element. It’s been 28 years since this movie came out, does it still hold up? We’re going to let you know. We’ll also chat about some of the runners-up for this episode, and what we’re watching next.Please let us know if there is a movie that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media links below or email us at talesfromthebridgepodcast@gmail.com Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge

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45:21

A Chat with Arkady Martine

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2025/06/11

Joining us on TFTB is author, Arkady Martine. Her Texi-calon duology, "A Memory Called Empire" and "A Desolation Called Peace," have each won the Hugo Award for Best Novel. She has also published short stories in numerous publications (links below). Her latest book, Rose/House, was recently re-released by TOR in 2025. Arkady is also an urban planner, a climate policy analyst, and a Byzantine historian. So clearly, no shortage of material to cover here, and we did our best to

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55:00

A Chat with Dave Blass, Production Designer for Star...

Tales From The Bridge ·

2025/05/28

Joining us on the Bridge this week is Production Designer, David Blass. Known for his work on ‘Star Trek: Picard’, his credits also include The Boys, Preacher, Justified, and many other television series you’ve enjoyed. We had a great conversation with Dave and cover a great deal of ground on this one, from Roger Corman to the importance of Saurian Brandy. Plus, we touch on "765874 - Unification" - the Star Trek-themed short film that you have to see to believe. Settle in and enjoy. Check out...

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50:58

A Chat with Ray Nayler

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2025/05/14

On this episode of TFTB we sit down with Ray Nayler. He is the author of the Locus Award winning The Mountain in the Sea, and he joins us to talk about his latest book, Where the Axe is Buried. A cybernetic novel of political intrigue, revolution, and authoritarianism. Pretty timely themes these days. We also look at how sci-fi can go beyond the science to the social, and become a transformative tool for rethinking the world that we’re living in now. You’re in for a treat.Find out what Ray is up to

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42:53

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

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2025/04/30

On this episode of TFTB we discuss The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K Le Guin. First published in 1969 this book was far ahead of its time, and still stands up as excellent progressive science fiction. If you haven’t had the pleasure of enjoying this one, we highly recommend that you add it to your summer reading list. As usual we have a cool Science Fiction-Science Fact for you, and we’ll also chat a bit about what else we’ve been reading and watching. Come join us on The Bridge!Please let us

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38:31

TFTB Film Club: Edge of Tomorrow (2014)

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2025/04/16

On this episode of TFTB Film Club, our film nerds revisit the 2014 Sci-fi hit, Edge of Tomorrow. It's a great film, and there has long been talk of a sequel. Fingers crossed, Tom takes a break from completing impossible missions long enough to deliver on a long-anticipated part two. We'd love to see more Live, Die, Repeat on the big screen.Please let us know if there is a film that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media links below or email us at

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38:44

TFTB Book Club: Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman

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2025/04/02

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. If you have a gamer teen that you want to read a GD book, this might be the way. On Science Fiction, Science Fact, we have a look at the surprising amount of moon missions that are in the works - it’s more than you think. We’ll also let you in on what else we’re reading, along with the usual shenanigans....

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39:30

A Chat with Edward Ashton, Author of Mickey 7

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2025/03/19

In this episode, we sit down with Edward Ashton. Edward is the author of Mickey 7, which has recently been adapted for the big screen. Released under the title Mickey 17 and directed by Bong Joon-Ho of Parasite fame with an all-star cast we definitely recommend it. Edward has authored several books, and I imagine many of our listeners are already familiar with Anti-Matter Blues, the sequel to Mickey 7. The Fourth Consort is his latest work, and you can also check out Mal Goes to War and Three Days

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43:31

TFTB Film Club: Donnie Darko (2001)

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2025/03/05

On this episode of TFTB Film Club, we travel back to 2001 and chat about the cult classic; Donnie Darko. If you need a quick refresher - the film is about a teenager named Donnie Darko, who meets a demonic rabbit named Frank while sleepwalking. Happens all the time. Shenanigan's ensue, and the audience is left to wonder: Was it a dream? An alternate reality? Or a cry for help? We cover it all, and we’d love to get your take. Let us know on our socials below! Please let us know if there i...

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33:10

TFTB Book Club: Service Model by Adrian Tchaikovsky

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2025/02/19

In this episode, we talk about Adrian Tchaikovsky's novel, Service Model. This leads us into a bit of a discussion on audiobooks vs reading the old-fashioned way. Kevin talks about how governments are employing science fiction writers as futurists to consider "resilience beyond observed capabilities." It's interesting stuff, and we're sure to talk more about this in... the future. We also talk about what else we're reading and unveil the next book of the month, which may come as a surpr...

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52:14

A Chat with Neil Clarke

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2025/02/05

In this episode, we sit down with Neil Clarke. Many of you know Neil as the award-winning editor of Clarkesworld Magazine. Neil launched Clarkesworld in 2006 as a companion to his online bookstore. Clarkesworld is a monthly science fiction and fantasy publication, and each issue contains interviews, articles, and works of original fiction. Neil is also a three-time Hugo Award winner for Best Editor-Short Form and a four-time winner of the Chesley Award for Best Art Director. In the seventeen years

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37:31

A Chat with Ben Berman Ghan

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2025/01/22

In this episode, we sit down with up-and-coming author Ben Berman Ghan. Ben is a frequent contributor to Clarkesworld Magazine (IYKYK), amoung other cool science fiction publications. Ben came on to talk about his new novel, The Years Shall Run Like Rabbits, published with Buckrider Books in 2024. We're excited to introduce Ben to our listeners at TFTB, and we strongly encourage you to check out his work.Ben's Website: https://inkstainedwreck.ca/about/ Clarkesworld:

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45:37

A Chat with James Rollins

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2025/01/08

On this episode we sit down with NYT bestselling author James Rollins. We talk about his latest instalment for A MoonFall Saga, and of course we get the latest on The Sigma Series. We also dig into his process, and his other career as a (still practicing), veterinarian. We had a lot of fun, and covered a lot of ground on this one.You can find out more about what James is up to here: https://jamesrollins.com/ Please let us know if there is a book that you want us to review on the podcast! You ...

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45:29

Another Chat with Dennis E. Taylor

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2024/12/23

In this episode, we're happy to welcome back Dennis E. Taylor to the show. He might be best known for his Bobiverse Series, but we'll cover his other great work as well, and catch up on what he has been up to. Naturally, we'll chat about the 5th book from The Bobiverse, "Not Till We Are Lost" which is available on Audible now. We'll also get a peek at what's next for the series, and some of his other projects. Dennis has a great Newsletter that we recommend, and you can find it here: ht...

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