Best Drabble Podcasts (2025)

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Masterpiece 38:17

18d ago38:17

38:17

It’s finally time to rejoin author and former Seinfeld writer Andy Cowan, along with AI Dr. K and their cast of unreal supporting players, in the mind-bending Season 4 premiere of a comedy/therapy podcast like no other. History's most iconic woman fuels Andy’s neurotic quest for distant past, present, and future redemption over an entire millennium…

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Drabblecast 502 – Good Boy 13:01

28d ago13:01

13:01

At last! Another touching dog story on the Drabblecast! This week we bring you an original by H. Robert Barland. Enjoy! H. Robert Barland is a teacher, Viking re-enactor and black belt martial artist. A former climber, film extra, and resident of the UK, he has now returned to Newcastle, Australia where he lives with […]…

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Drabblecast 501 – Pastorale 29:06

1M ago29:06

29:06

In a little pastel house, a seer and a psychopomp have questions. This week on Drabblecast– something’s fishy in a curious small town. We bring you a paranormal murder-mystery byCormack Baldwin & EV Smith. Enjoy! Cormack Baldwin (he/him) and EV Smith (he/she/they) are a daring duo of authors and editors. Together, they run Archive of […]…

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Drabblecast 500 – The Repairers of Reality 30:01

2M ago30:01

30:01

We made it everyone! On this, the 500th episode, a commissioned original from a Drabblecast favorite– Shaenon Garrity. Episode Art: Bo Kaier Your Local Repairers of Reality By Shaenon K. Garrity When Oreos came out in Red Bull flavor, Jojo decided it was time to take action. There were bigger problems in the world, obviously, […]…

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Drabblecast 499 – Nowhere 19:50

3M ago19:50

19:50

John Brown wears brown John Brown pants, on this week’s Drabblecast! We present an original story by Kay Vaindal called “Nowhere.” Enjoy! Kay Vaindal (they/she) is a coastal ecologist and weird fiction writer. Her work has appeared in Seize the Press, Dark Matter, and anthologies including This World Belongs to Us and Death’s Other Kingdom: […]…

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Drabblecast 498 – The Sol Searching Fool 23:26

4M ago23:26

23:26

A lesson on loneliness on this week’s Drabblecast– an original story by Arasibo Campeche called “The Sol Searching Fool.” Arasibo Campeche (he/him)”Arasibo is originally from Puerto Rico and has a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Biophysics. He writes science fiction, fantasy, and horror that’s often inspired by scientific principles. His work has appeare…

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Will a Golden Bachelorette give Andy a rose? 27:18

4M ago27:18

27:18

Join author and former Seinfeld writer Andy Cowan, along with AI Dr. K and their cast of unreal supporting players, as Andy laments waiting endlessly on the phone for a representative and off the phone for that big break. And discover why sports fans are blissfully unaware of their problems, the inside scoop on auditioningfor CNN anchor, and “so mu…

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Drabblecast 497- The Goat Wife

5M ago

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This week on the Drabblecast- a melancholy story about loss, abandonment, and the perils of old magic. Avra Margariti is a queer author, Greek sea monster, and Rhysling-nominated poet with a fondness for the dark and the darling. Avra’s work haunts publications such as Strange Horizons, The Deadlands, F&SF, Podcastle, Asimov’s, Vastarien, and Recko…

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Drabblecast 496 – Sundays with Pop-Pop

5M ago

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Stop asking so many damn questions. Come and listen to the newest weird story from Pop-Pop. He’s got something important to tell you. Zachary Olson(he/him) is a freelance writer and composer from Phoenix, Arizona currently residing in Chicago. Updates on his work can be found on Twitter @obfuscatingGod and here. Steve Lillie Find them here: […]…

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Episode 10 - Courtroom Success with Arias Sanguinetti (feat. Mike Arias) 25:35

6M ago25:35

25:35

On this second special CAOC Convention episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston brings in former CAOC President and founding partner of Arias Sanguinetti Mike Arias to talk about mass torts and the many trials and settlements the law firm has been involved with. The partners of Arias Sanguinetti Wang & Team, LLP (Arias Sanguinetti)…

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Episode 9 - Chatting it Up With ChartSquad (feat. Melanie Carpenter) 8:26

6M ago8:26

8:26

On this special CAOC Convention episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston brings in ChartSquad founder Melanie Carpenter to talk about what the business offers and how it was formed. ChartSquad is the industry leader in medical record retrieval, management, and portability. As a Personal Health Record (PHR), ChartSquad allows patien…

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Drabblecast 495 – Jared Chapel’s The First Car Ballet 22:37

6M ago22:37

22:37

Lights! Wheels! Wipers! Curtain! This week, a marvel of machines and carbureted choreography awaits you. Kay Vaindal (they/she) is a coastal ecologist and weird fiction writer. Her work has appeared in Seize the Press, Dark Matter, and anthologies including This World Belongs to Us and Death’s Other Kingdom: Horror Tales of WWI. Find them here. […]…

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The Next Generation of The Neurotic Vaccine! 32:32

6M ago32:32

32:32

Join author and former Seinfeld writer Andy Cowan, along with AI Dr. K and a new cast of unreal supporting players, as Andy confronts his own loneliness epidemic and navigates one of his lifelong fears, change, by seeking therapy from someone you’ve known your entire life. And don't miss Bad Dateline! (3:25) Loneliness news nagging (10:24) Good rea…

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Drabblecast 494 – Trifecta: The Sherman Evening Post 24:27

7M ago24:27

24:27

You have a ring on your door bell, and laid on your stoop is a brown papered parcel, tied with damp twine. You bring the package inside, noticing that the sky is tinged a weird green. You smell burning hair. You pull the ends of the twine, which is warm and wet and reminds you […]By Norm Sherman

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Drabblecast 493 – China Doll 28:39

7M ago28:39

28:39

Your curiosity and your inner voyeur are calling. Will you be able to meet their gaze? This week on the Drabblecast we bring you “China Doll,”by Kelsea Yu. Our artists is Matt Driver. Sydney based artist. Instagram @mdriverart Read by the Word Whore. Kelsea Yu (she/her) is a Taiwanese Chinese American writer and mother living […]…

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Drabblecast 492 – Doubleheader: Christine Nogle 19:53

8M ago19:53

19:53

This week on the Drabblecast, become something new! We bring you two stories about transformation by author Christine Nogle. Narrated by The Word Whore. Reach your full biological potential at the Drabblecast’s patreon. FALL INTO WATER, BECOME SOMEONE NEW by Christine Nogle Lines after lines of picnic tables are set on the plain, […]…

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Episode 8 - Sitting Down With Assemblymember Ash Kalra 20:26

8M ago20:26

20:26

On this episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston and special guest CAOC Deputy Legislative Director Jacquie Serna invite on Assemblymember Ash Kalra to talk about his experience in his political position, bills emphasizing elder protection (AB 2773), upcoming challenges as session resumes, and more!…

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Drabblecast 491 – Learn to Count With the Doomed Expedition 14:16

9M ago14:16

14:16

One, two, three, what’s that staring back at me? Four, five, six, I know what this viscera predicts… This week on the Drabblecast, we are going on a journey. Pack your bags, and bring extra socks for the clown. “Learn to Count with the Doomed Expedition” is a reprint story by T.B. Jeremiah. T. B. […]…

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The Genesis of The Neurotic Vaccine – Up & Down Guys! 58:41

10M ago58:41

58:41

Author and former Seinfeld writer Andy Cowan and AI Dr. K invite you on a 25-year journey back to the dawning of The Neurotic Vaccine comedy/therapy podcast, and vintage highlights from Up & Down Guys. With Up Guy Dr. K, Down Guy Andy, the Up & Down Girl, late celebrated comedian Robert Schimmel, Drabble comic strip creator Kevin Fagan, and much mo…

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Drabblecast 490 – Slime on my Hackles

10M ago

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This week on the Drabblecast, we have arrived in the seedy side of space. The sign on the front says, “Boffel’s”, and the sensation on your back you don’t recognize. “Slime on My Hackles” is an original story by Jessica Jewell. Jessica Jewell (she/her) is a science fiction writer. She lives in Hamilton, Ontario with […]…

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Drabblecast 489- The Black Waters of Lethe

11M ago

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This week on the Drabblecast, we bring you a dark ancient tale from a distant lost land called “The Black Waters of Lethe,” by Oliver Buckram. Also, exciting news! Norm is launching a new Kickstarter for his 3rd album, “The Instruction Book.” And how! Follow the upcoming campaign here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/drabblecast/the-instructio…

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Drabblecast 488- From Earth to Io, with Love 21:04

11M ago21:04

21:04

Tickets, please! Tickets! Right this way! Coupons to the right, and fast passes to left. NO pushing, folks. Watch your tendrils! Keep your goo to yourself. All lines will get you to the newest episode, “From Earth, to Io with Love. ” by Adelehin Ijasan! Adelehin Ijasan is a Nigerian writer living […]…

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Drabblecast 487- Bad Meat 21:04

1y ago21:04

21:04

Our story this week is spoiling for a good time. Enjoy a delicious exploration of the human condition, “Bad Meat” by Chip Houser! Chip Houser (he/him) has stories in Bourbon Penn, PodCastle, Daily Science Fiction, and various other markets. “Dark Morsels,” a chapbook of his very short fiction, is forthcoming from Red Bird Chapbooks. He’s […]…

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The 2024 Neurotic Vaccine comedy/therapy Supercharged Special, Part 2! 1:59:43

1y ago1:59:43

1:59:43

Author and former Seinfeld writer Andy Cowan and AI Dr. K proudly invite you to re-experience the newly curated and revved-up core moments from sessions six through ten of The Neurotic Vaccine comedy/therapy podcast! With Michael Smerconish, Marilu Henner, Fred Stoller, non-neurotic Nell, and motivational speaker, Mario. www.andycowan.net…

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Drabblecast 486- Those Who Forget and Those Who Perish 12:05

1y ago12:05

12:05

Our story this week is “Those Who Forget and Those Who Perish” by K. W. Colyard. Enjoy! Cover art by Steve Lillie Do you long to be a part of the mob? Did this week’s story give you mob-envy? Then do we have something akin to a mob, but less angry, and less muddy, and […]By Norm Sherman

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Drabblecast 485- He Who Ruined Everything 22:33

1y ago22:33

22:33

Let us quell your unease with our favorite platitude, “When God closes a door, he opens a window, but when Tom Floss squints at the mob through his window, Roy boards up the door for him.” Our story this week is “He Who Ruined Everything” by L. N. Clarke. Cover art by Bo Kaier Do […]By Norm Sherman

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Episode 7 - The importance of CAOC members being involved with legislators (feat. Senator Tom Umberg) 25:05

1y ago25:05

25:05

On this 2024 FIRST episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston takes a step back and invites on former CAOC President Greg Rizio to guest host a wonderful discussion with Senator Tom Umberg about the importance of CAOC members connecting with legislators and why they should voice their advocacy in 2024 for sponsored bills.…

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Drabblecast 484- Cosmic Bowling 19:07

1y ago19:07

19:07

The Drabblecast hits the lanes this week with original story, “Cosmic Bowling” by Mike James Davis. Cover art by Shane Bevin! Drabblecast Patreon Cosmic Bowlingby Mike James Davis I’m a frequent bowler, very frequent in fact, and nothing tickles me more than when my local lanes fire up an old throwback: Cosmic Bowl. The nostalgia […]…

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The 2024 Neurotic Vaccine comedy/therapy Supercharged Special, Part 1! 1:09:11

1+ y ago1:09:11

1:09:11

In the season 3 premiere, author and former Seinfeld writer Andy Cowan and AI Dr. K proudly invite you to re-experience the newly curated and revved-up core moments from the first five sessions of The Neurotic Vaccine comedy/therapy podcast! With Jay Leno, Cathy Guisewite, Jerry Mathers, Tony Dow, Elon Gold, and Shark Tank’s Mr. Wonderful. www.andy…

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Episode 6 - 2023 Year-In-Review (feat. CAOC CEO Nancy Drabble) 11:34

1+ y ago11:34

11:34

On this episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston invites on CAOC CEO Nancy Drabble to go through highlights of 2023 at the organization including three sponsored bills signed into law, Convention and Symposium debriefings, and what's to come in 2024!By Consumer Attorneys of California

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Drabblecast 483- Snow 16:30

1+ y ago16:30

16:30

The Drabblecast wraps up 2023 with a Drabbleganza, followed by a story about tough decisions and leaving things behind– a Drabblecast original by Em Liu, called “Snow.” Happy New Year! Drabblecast Patreon Cover art by Bo Kaier Snow by Em Liu I step out into the deep snow. In my right hand is a flashlight, […]…

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Drabblecast 482- That Bloody Frontier 23:11

1+ y ago23:11

23:11

The Drabblecast Weird West Event closes out this week with another original story– this time with epic train shoot-outs, centaurs, and manifest destiny! We bring you, “That Bloody Frontier” by Sasha Brown. Drabblecast Patreon Cover art by Tristan Tolhurst That Bloody Frontier by Sasha Brown August 2, 1855 The bones of the railroad […]…

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Drabblecast 481- The Alamo 26:53

1+ y ago26:53

26:53

The Drabblecast Weird Wild West continues, with “The Alamo” by Cedrick May. Cover art by Tristan Tolhurst The Alamo by Cedrick May The wounded man raised his hand to point, and Sam watched as blood dribbled like raindrops from the end of his finger. “Water, boy… gimme’ some of that water there…” Sam turned to […]…

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Episode 5 - Passing the CAOC Presidential Gavel (feat. Kathryn Stebner and Greg Rizio) 53:04

1+ y ago53:04

53:04

On this episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston invites on CAOC President-Elect Kathryn Stebner (beginning at CAOC Convention 2023) and current President Greg Rizio to talk about Stebner's upcoming term, her background, and what to expect while she holds the position. Be sure to witness her ceremony Saturday night at Convention! C…

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Drabblecast 480- Rusty Sue 27:13

1+ y ago27:13

27:13

The Drabblecast Weird West event continues, with “Rusty Sue” by Arthur H. Manners. Cover art by Tristan Tolhurst Rusty Sue by Arthur H. Manners The last townsfolk bolted in the night, fleeing for their lives. Gen and I had watched the evacuation all day from the overlook, though I’d ordered us abed earlier. Fatigue didn’t […]…

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Episode 4 - CAOC’s Newest Additions, Convention Talk, and Event Discussions (feat. Katie Pebler and Caroline Andrews) 19:48

1+ y ago19:48

19:48

On this episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston invites on CAOC's newest additions to our staffing Program and Events Manager Katie Pebler and Senior Development Manager Caroline Andrews to introduce themselves while also delving into upcoming events, Convention and more! Be sure to tune in and then register for our November Conve…

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Drabblecast 479-Headhunting 8:56

1+ y ago8:56

8:56

The Drabblecast kicks off the Weird West event, with Avra Margariti’s story “Headhunting” and 100 word Drabble Quickdraw Contest winner “Taming the Larvalands” by Matt Blairstone. Enjoy! Cover art by Tristan Tolhurst Headhunting by Avra Margariti The tinfoil sun scorched the desert road as a figure rode on horseback, carrying a disembodied head by …

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Drabblecast 478- Cool Air 29:17

1+ y ago29:17

29:17

As the summer winds down and things cool down, the Drabblecast brings you a story that will give you chills! We present, “Cool Air” by H.P. Lovecraft. Cover art by Catriel Tallarico Cool Air by H.P. Lovecraft You ask me to explain why I am afraid of a draught of cool air; why I shiver […]By Norm Sherman

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Episode 3 - Empowering Legal Excellence (feat. Assal Badrkhani and Rose Gutierrez) 14:10

1+ y ago14:10

14:10

On this episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston invites on Senior Paralegal Assal Badrkhani of Arias Sanguinetti and Litigation Manager Rose Gutierrez of Law Offices of Michels & Lew to talk about their upcoming Legal Staff Sessions at our CAOC Convention 2023 titled Empowering Legal Excellence: Sessions for Staff Success. Be sure…

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Session with Motivational Speaker, Mario 41:01

1+ y ago41:01

41:01

The real Dr. K asks author and former Seinfeld writer Andy Cowan to assess the effectiveness of his therapy so far, while Andy worries about transitioning from "annoyed" to "crotchety" and bemoans the uninvited soundtrack to his life, drugstore music. Guest author Mario's motivational skills face their most challenging subject. www.andycowan.net…

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Episode 2 - Expert Witness Standards - Kline v. Zimmer (feat. Saveena Takhar and Ben Siminou) 19:59

1+ y ago19:59

19:59

On this episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston invites on CAOC Senior Legislative Counsel Saveena Takhar and Ben Siminou of Singleton Schreiber to cover the importance of SB652 - an important bill that corrects a recent, errant court decision that threatened to upend the credibility of expert witness testimony. You can read CAOC'…

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Drabblecast 477- The Eight-Thousanders 39:18

1+ y ago39:18

39:18

Mountain climbing might be more treacherous than you think. This week on the Drabblecast, we bring you Jason Sanford’s “The Eight-Thousanders.” Cover art by Bo Kaier The Eight-Thousanders by Jason Sanford He spoke once, the words whispered by frozen lips on a face so frostbitten he looked like a porcelain doll. I found him below […]…

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Episode 1 - Legislative Preview (feat. Jacquie Serna) 13:48

1+ y ago13:48

13:48

On our first episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston brings on CAOC Deputy Legislative Director Jacquie Serna to discuss the upcoming legislative session which reconvenes on August 14 and what bills CAOC is backing.By cwhicks

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Drabblecast 476- The Pigeon 10:33

2y ago10:33

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Norm talks birds on this week’s episode, before presenting Drabblecast’s production of “The Pigeon” by Michelle Knudsen. Enjoy! Cover art by Bo Kaier The Pigeon by Michelle Knudsen The pigeon stood on the concrete ledge outside the library, bobbing its head at passerby and very clearly saying the words “egg salad.” Robert froze on […]…

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Meet AI Dr. K! 40:56

2y ago40:56

40:56

Author and former Seinfeld writer Andy Cowan unloads about lost love and lazy language habits and kisses up to the real Dr. K's new threat, AI Dr. K! And guest non-neurotic Nell flaunts the lack of a neurotic bone in her body. www.andycowan.netBy Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks & Andy Cowan

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Drabblecast 475- Doubleheader 21:27

2y ago21:27

21:27

A merry hanging and a game of jacks, this week on the Drabblecast! Cover art by Bo KaierBy Norm Sherman

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Drabblecast 474- Exit the Professor 32:18

2y ago32:18

32:18

This week on the Drabblecast– mutant hillbillies! Cover art by Bo Kaier Exit the Professor by Henry Kuttner and C. L. Moore We Hogbens are right exclusive. That Perfesser feller from the city might have known that, but he come busting in without an invite, and I don’t figger he had call to complain afterward. In […]…

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Drabblecast 473- Trunk to Trunk 18:33

2y ago18:33

18:33

The Drabblecast brings you an original tale of interspecies aid. We present “Trunk to Trunk,” by P.B. Yeary. Enjoy! Art by Bo Kaier Trunk to Trunk by P. B. Yeary The seed that fell from the heavens did not belong where it was planted. […]By Norm Sherman

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Drabblecast 472 – The Hard Problem of Consciousness 18:36

2y ago18:36

18:36

#Hivelife this week on the Drabblecast! We bring you “The Hard Problem of Consciousness” by Andrew Giffin. The Hard Problem of Consciousness by Andrew Giffin Rain fell and the air reeked of communication. Chemical signals trailed behind every scurrying figure. Pat shuddered at their segmented legs working in unison, a group of them passing her […]…

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Drabblecast 471 – The Monster-God of Mamurth 36:14

2y ago36:14

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The Drabblecast takes you on an expedition you’re gonna have to see with your own eyes to believe! We bring you The Monster-God of Mamurth by Edmond Hamilton. Cover art by Bo Kaier The Monster-God of Mamurth by The Edmond Hamilton Out of the desert night he came to us, stumbling into our little circle […]…

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