30 Best Speculative Fiction Podcasts

1. The Sci-Fi Christian

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We see The Sci-Fi Christian, in all its iterations, as being about the collision between faith and nerdom. We believe that good genre fiction is about more than just entertainment. We seek to engage with the themes and philosophies behind our favorite stories, wrestling with the big ideas within speculative fiction. We're unabashedly nerdy and unabashedly Christian. Even if your faith background differs from ours, we look forward to interacting with you at The Sci-Fi Christian!MORE Hosts Matt Anderson, Ben De Bono
Producer/Network Ben De Bono and Matt Anderson
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2. Cast of Wonders

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Cast of Wonders is the leading voice in young adult speculative short fiction. Every week we present short stories from some of today's best genre fiction writers, featuring everything from hard science fiction, to urban fantasy, horror, steampunk, superheroes and more. Our stories are defined by their deep emotional resonance and that critical spark of wonder.MORE Producer/Network Escape Artists, Inc
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Facebook 659Twitter 2.4K Avg Length 28 min Since Oct 2014 Get Email Contact

3. The Well Told Tale

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Hi everyone. This is Robert. Welcome to The Well Told Tale. Every week I narrate a classic story; the greatest science fiction, fantasy and speculative fiction stories ever written, not just in a small chunk at a time, but enough for you to really relax into. No adverts in the middle, just the story itself. All stories are pubic domain and free from copyright.MORE Host Robert Jeschonek
Producer/Network The Well Told Tale
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 79Twitter 110Instagram 147 Avg Length 38 min Since Jan 2020 Get Email Contact

4. Dissecting Dragons

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Authors J.A. Ironside and M.E. Vaughan talk about books, films and all aspects of speculative fiction, from the nuts and bolts of writing it, to its (occasionally) obscure origins.
Producer/Network J.A. Ironside & M.E. Vaughan
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Facebook 376Twitter 2.6K Avg Length 73 min Get Email Contact

5. Fantastic Fiction at KGB

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Podcast recordings from the Fantastic Fiction at KGB reading series, hosted by Ellen Datlow and Matthew Kressel, and held on the third Wednesday of every month. Some of our past readers include Joyce Carol Oates, Lucius Shepard, Jeffrey Ford, Scott Westerfeld, Kelly Link, China Miéville, Nancy Kress, Jack McDevitt, Stewart O.Nan, James Patrick Kelly, Barry N. Marlzberg, Samuel (Chip) Delany, Holly Black, Michael Swanwick, Kit Reed, Peter Straub, Andy Duncan, Richard Bowes, Catherynne Valente, Ellen Kushner, Jeff VanderMeer, Naomi Novik, Elizabeth Bear and many other talented authors.MORE Producer/Network Matthew Kressel
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6. Killer Prose

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Killer Prose is the podcast dedicated to the art of crafting mystery and horror fiction, hosted by author Tanner Rutledge. Join Tanner bi-weekly as he delves into the secrets of suspenseful storytelling, featuring interviews with authors, editors, and publishers who specialize in keeping readers on the edge of their seats.Whether you're weaving intricate mysteries or conjuring spine-tingling horror, Killer Prose offers practical advice on finishing your manuscript and getting it in front of readers...MORE Producer/Network Tanner Rutledge
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Apple Rating 4.8/5 Avg Length 41 min Get Email Contact

7. Atoz: A Speculative Fiction Book Club Podcast

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College-level conversations about sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and weird fiction with writer G.L. McDorman.
Host Glenn McDorman
Producer/Network Claytemple Media
Apple Rating 4.8/5 Avg Length 60 min Get Email Contact

8. Space Cowboy Books Presents: Simultaneous Times

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A science/speculative fiction anthology podcast. Winner of the 2023 Laureate Award for Best Podcast. BSFA, Ignyte, and British Fantasy Award Finalist for Best Audio Fiction. https://spacecowboybooks.com/MORE Host Jean-Paul L. Garnier
Producer/Network Space Cowboy Books
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Twitter 2.4KInstagram 2.5K Avg Length 25 min Get Email Contact

9. Strange Horizons

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Speculative fiction and poetry, literary criticism, and interviews from award-winning Strange Horizons magazine, updated weekly on Mondays/Tuesdays. Find us online at strangehorizons.com.
Producer/Network The Strange Horizons Editorial Collective
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Apple Rating 4.2/5Twitter 35.2K Avg Length 43 min Get Email Contact

10. If This Goes On (Don't Panic): Science Fiction, Fantasy & Progressive Politics

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Bringing hope to the world through Speculative Fiction. Interviews with Science Fiction and Fantasy writers, gamers, creators, and activists.
Producer/Network Alan Bailey
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11. Metaphorosis magazine - beautifully written science fiction and fantasy

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Beautifully written original science fiction and fantasy stories, every week.
Host Matt Gomez
Producer/Network Metaphorosis Publishing
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 41 min Since Jan 2019 Get Email Contact

12. Afronauts Podcast

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A podcast to promote Black speculative fiction. https://linktr.ee/AfronautsPod
Producer/Network Afronauts Podcast
Apple Rating 4.2/5Twitter 372Instagram 171 Avg Length 52 min Get Email Contact

13. ReReading Wolfe

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A chapter by chapter discussion of Gene Wolfe's science fantasy masterpiece 'The Book of the New Sun', starting with 'The Shadow of the Torturer.' Spoiler heavy.
Hosts James Wynn, Craig Brewer
Producer/Network @rereadingwolfe
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14. Alzabo Soup

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Alzabo Soup is a literary analysis podcast where we literally become our favorite authors by devouring portions of their brains. We do chapter-by-chapter analysis of our favorite speculative fiction, researching the details and discussing the implications.MORE Hosts Philip Armstrong, Andrew Metzroth
Producer/Network Philip Armstrong and Andrew Metzroth
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15. The Gene Wolfe Literary Podcast

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Brandon Budda and Glenn McDorman travel through the works of the great speculative-fiction writer Gene Wolfe one story at a time.
Hosts Brandon Budda, Glenn McDorman
Producer/Network Claytemple Media
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16. Brodacious Book Club

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A podcast for people who love to read...and for those who don't! Want to know what's hot and happening in the world of fiction, but don't have the energy to read a 400 page book, or the time to listen to 20 hours of audio? This podcast is for you! We summarize, and then analyze, some top titles in today's speculative fiction. New episodes every other Thursday!MORE Producer/Network Erin Rockfort & Matt Thomas
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17. AE Reads Skiffily

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A podcast featuring science fiction stories with sound effects. The speculative fiction featured in this scifi podcast will be the kind that taps into your imagination and takes you to new and intriguing places. I see this science fiction podcast as a way for people to blow each other's minds. For you, this starts today. Enjoy and share!MORE Producer/Network AE uSoes1
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18. Wild Speculation

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Wild Speculation is an anthology podcast that explores the many worlds of speculative fiction through short stories.
Producer/Network Andrew Reising
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19. Untold Podcast

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Capturing the culture's imagination through speculative fiction, the Untold Podcast produces audio fiction by Christian authors.
Host Nathan James Norman
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20. In My Expert Opinion

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Join Dr. Marcus Cole, Dr. Sarah Ward, and Abby Cole as they explore the nonfiction side of speculative fiction, with varying levels of expertise.
Producer/Network Dr. Marcus Cole, Abby Cole, Dr. Sarah Ward
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21. Soothing Stories Podcast

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Listen in as speculative fiction writer and Bram Stoker Award Finalist and Clarion West 2015 Graduate Thersa Matsuura reads and shares some great tales. Each episode aims to showcase the most immersive storytelling with both classics and Thersa's own writing accompanied by high quality soundscapes created for hours of relaxation. Also check out her other podcast, Uncanny Japan for Japanese folklore, folktales, cultural tidbits and superstitions!MORE Producer/Network Uncanny Productions
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Apple Rating 4.8/5 Avg Length 33 min Get Email Contact

22. The Writer and the Critic

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A monthly podcast devoted mostly to speculative fiction books, reviews and the odd bit of idle gossip. Hosted by Kirstyn McDermott and Ian Mond.
Hosts Kirstyn McDermott, Ian Mond
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Apple Rating 4.9/5 Avg Length 90 min Get Email Contact

23. Labyrinth of the Bizarre

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Labyrinth of the Bizarre is a podcast by two QTPOC that review and discuss speculative fiction, which is an umbrella term for all subgenres of science fiction and fantasy such as urban fantasy, dark fantasy, horror, superhero, and post-apocalyptic. Elia forgets the definition every episode.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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24. The Fantasy Inn Podcast

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A podcast about fantasy, science fiction, and the broader speculative fiction industry. Episodes air twice a month and include discussions about trending topics in the industry; interviews with authors, editors, podcasters, and more; and the occasional raving about the books we love. Past episodes and other articles can be found at thefantasyinn.com.MORE Producer/Network The Fantasy Inn
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 456Twitter 3.3KInstagram 657 Avg Length 53 min Get Email Contact

25. Androids and Assets

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A weekly podcast exploring the hidden meaning in all our favourite science fiction and fantasy worlds. This feed will exclude our Star Trek: Deep Space Nine discussion episodes, Emissaries of Profits.MORE Producer/Network Androids and Assets
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26. Independent Claws

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A show dedicated to the art of anthropomorphic fiction. Host Sparf offers writing advice, book recommendations, and the occasional guest host, interview, or grammar rant.
Producer/Network Independent Claws
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Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 135 Avg Length 42 min Get Email Contact