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Page Chewing
Page Chewing is where books, comics, and conversations collide. From in-depth chats with authors and artists to lively discussions with fellow readers, we explore the craft of storytelling, the worlds we love, and the ideas that stay with us long after the last page.
Episodes
646 episodes
Panel Chewing: Weekly Pulls - Pick of the Week | Episode 115
In this episode of the Pick of the Week podcast, hosts Steve and Jarrod discuss their latest comic book reads, including a variety of new releases and classic runs. They explore themes of refining tastes in comics, the impact of independent cre...
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Weekly Reading & Podcast Update | Literary Reflections: A Dive into Books and Beyond
In this episode, Steve discusses his recent reading experiences, including 'House of Chains' and 'The Outer Dark,' while also sharing insights into the comic book world. He delves into the current state of the entertainment industry, particular...
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Page Burners: House of Chains by Steven Erikson - Chapters 17 - 19
In this episode, the group discusses chapters 16-19 of House of Chains, focusing on character development, particularly Karsa's journey of growth and isolation. They explore themes of belief, the nature of gods, and the moral complexities of po...
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Panel Chewing: Weekly Pulls - Pick of the Week | Episode 114
In this episode, Steve and Jarrod discuss their weekly comic book picks, delve into the implications of the Warner Brothers sale on DC Comics, and explore the preservation of old comics. They review various titles including Berserker, You Won't...
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Page Burners: House of Chains by Steven Erikson - Chapters 13 - 16
In this episode, the hosts delve into the intricate world of the Malazan series, focusing on 'House of Chains.' They explore the complexities of characters like Karsa Orlong, the moral ambiguities present in the narrative, and the significant t...
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Friday Conversation: Mythology Meets Modernity: Andrew Rubin's 'Hell or High Winter' | Ep 156
In this engaging conversation, Andrew Rubin discusses his debut novel 'Hell or High Winter', a contemporary urban fantasy that retells the myth of Hermes and Persephone. He shares insights into his creative process, the importance of comedy in ...
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Panel Chewing: Weekly Pulls - Pick of the Week | Episode 113
In this episode, Steve and Jarrod discuss their favorite comic book picks for the month of November, highlighting the quality of indie comics and the significance of storytelling in graphic novels. They delve into their weekly comic book haul, ...
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Weekly Reading & Podcast Update | Balancing Life and Literature
In this weekly update, Steve discusses his recent reading experiences, including challenges faced in keeping up with his reading goals. He shares insights on the books he's currently reading, including 'House of Chains' and 'Outer Dark', and hi...
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Page Burners: House of Chains by Steven Erikson - Chapters 11 & 12
In this episode, the group delves into the intricacies of the Malazan book 'House of Chains', focusing on character dynamics, symbolism, and the overarching themes of power and sacrifice. They discuss Tavor's leadership challenges, the legacy o...
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Friday Conversation: From Forum to Fantasy: The Making of 'Carpentry in the Elven Forest' | Ep 155
Join us for a captivating conversation with Alex French, the author of "Carpentry in the Elven Forest." Discover the journey behind the book, from its inception in a writer's forum to its publication. Alex shares insights into the challenges of...
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Panel Chewing: Weekly Pulls - Pick of the Week | Episode 112
In this episode of the "Pick of the Week" podcast, Steve and Jarrod dive into their latest comic book reads, including Frank Miller's iconic Daredevil run. They explore the dynamics of indie comics versus mainstream giants like Marvel and DC, a...
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Page Burners: House of Chains by Steven Erikson - Chapters 8, 9 & 10
In this episode of Page Burners, we dive into the intricate world of the Malazan Book of the Fallen, focusing on chapters 8 through 10 of House of Chains. Join us as we explore the complex dynamics between characters like Varsha, L'Oric's Numbe...
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Panel Chewing: Weekly Pulls - Pick of the Week | Episode 111
Join Steve and Jarrod in this week's episode of the "Panel Showing Pick of the Week" podcast as they dive into the world of comic books. From discussing their favorite artists like John Buscema and Frank Miller to reviewing the latest issues of...
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Weekly Reading & Podcast Update | Navigating the Pages: A Week in Books and Comics
Join Steve in this week's update as he dives into the world of books and comics, sharing his thoughts on the latest reads and the challenges of keeping up with dense fantasy series. From the nostalgic allure of "Savage Sword of Conan" to the to...
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Page Burners: House of Chains by Steven Erikson - Chapters 5, 6 & 7
In this episode, the hosts delve into chapters 5, 6, and 7 of House of Chains, exploring the complex character dynamics and themes of leadership, agency, and the aftermath of the Chain of Dogs. They discuss the contrasting natures of the 14th A...
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Panel Chewing: Weekly Pulls - Pick of the Week | Episode 110
In this episode, Steve and Jarrod discuss their favorite comic book picks of the week, the growing popularity of manga, and the challenges of supporting local bookstores versus online shopping. They delve into various comic book storylines, inc...
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Weekly Reading & Podcast Update | From Fantasy to Philosophy
In this episode, Steve shares his weekly reading updates, discussing his current reads including 'House of Chains' and 'Outer Dark'. He reflects on his experience with comics, particularly 'Conan', and delves into the film 'Gandhi', analyzing O...
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Page Burners: House of Chains by Steven Erikson - Chapters 3 & 4
In this episode of Page Burners, we dive into the intricate world of the Malazan series, focusing on chapters three and four of "House of Chains." Join Vallick, Shannon, and Steve as they explore the complex character development of Karsa Orlon...
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Exploring the Depths of B.R. Yeager's Negative Space with Carl D. Albert
In this conversation, Steve and Carl delve into the themes and intricacies of B. Yeager's book, Negative Space. They explore the unique prose style, character voices, and the nonlinear storytelling that creates a sense of despair and madness. T...
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Panel Chewing: Weekly Pulls - Pick of the Week | Episode 109
In this episode of the Pick of the Week podcast, hosts Steve and Jarrod discuss their latest comic book picks, including Skin Breaker, Life 6, Powers 25, and more. They delve into the themes of each comic, exploring character development, story...
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Weekly Reading & Podcast Update | Sick Week and Comic Book Reading
In this episode of Page Chewing, Steve shares his experiences during a week of illness, discussing the books and comics he managed to read while bedridden. He dives into his favorite horror literature, explores the intricacies of manga, and hig...
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Page Burners: House of Chains by Steven Erikson - Prologue, Chapters 1 & 2
In this episode, the group delves into the prologue and first two chapters of 'House of Chains,' the fourth book in the Malazan series. They explore the themes of exile, identity, and the complexities of Karsa Orlong's character. The discussion...
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Panel Chewing: Weekly Pulls - Pick of the Week | Episode 108
In this episode, Steve and Jarrod dive into their top 10 favorite horror comics, exploring various themes, characters, and storytelling techniques that define the genre. They discuss the impact of horror on comic storytelling, the evolution of ...
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Friday Conversation: The Legacy of Cold Fire: A Conversation with CS Friedman & Michael R. Fletcher | Ep 154
In this engaging conversation, acclaimed authors CS Friedman and Michael R. Fletcher discuss the profound impact of Friedman's Cold Fire Trilogy on Fletcher's work, the challenges of adapting literature into other media, and the evolving landsc...
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Panel Chewing: Weekly Pulls - Pick of the Week | Episode 107
In this episode, the hosts discuss various comic book titles, including Marvel's Ultimate Universe conclusion, the horror series '30 Days of Night', and the time travel story 'Temporal'. They also review 'Endeavor', 'Return to Planet Hulk', and...
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