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Dark tales harvested from the mind of #1 New York Times bestselling author Scott Sigler. From major-release novels to podcast-exclusive content, these "slices from the Siglerverse" — each a full-length tale — will immerse you in his twisted, intertwining worlds of horror and scifi. But beware, for his work is so addictive his fans call themselves the “Junkies,” always trembling for their next fiction fix. The first hit is always free… Current season: SLAY Season 3. Authors Scott Sigler and R ...
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Dante Oganov made a deal with Lincoln — help Dante blackmail Callista into giving him her turf, and Linc gets the ability to get his son, Sam, off the Shelf. All this while Lincoln tries to hide his affair with Ariella, while Billy tries to hide the fact he’s training with Morgan Stone in Cordis, and Magda tries to hide her ever-growing drinking pr…
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DEEP CUTS Episode 47: Making Fiction when Reality is on Fire
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When life and the world around you are chaotic and things are feeling desperate, does a made-up tale about monster hunters do any good at all? Scott & A discuss the hows and whys of creating fiction in desperate times, and where art fits in when the world is bracing for impact. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve R…
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Lincoln and Billy are in Cordis. Lincoln is about to meet with Juanita. Billy is sneaking in another round of training with Morgan Stone, former assistant to Kellius Droman, father of Delilah. After Lincoln’s meeting, he intends to take Billy shopping at the Clearinghaüs to see if they can find Billy a signature weapon, something Billy can train wi…
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DEEP CUTS Episode 46: A Pro Writer’s Daily Routine
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As a pro writer and podcaster, Scott wears many hats: writer, marketer, technology expert, social media manager, face of the brand, and more. On this episode, we discuss how he fits in all the different obligations and manages creative speedbumps and other distractions. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg…
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Dante Oganov is getting ready to make another run at Callista to take over her criminal holdings in Lumencia. Dante, with help from Lincoln’s friend and former lawyer Dillon Cantrell, set up a bounty to test Lincoln. Lincoln had to defeat a swarm of lagrounes, water-based undead that attacked from beneath the Bendelson Bridge near downtown. Dante i…
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DEEP CUTS Episode 45: META Pirated My Books to Train AI
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What’s a hard-working novelist to do when an internet oligarch steals books to train AI? What if that internet oligarch steals over seven million books? Scott & A discuss the potential fallout. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainme…
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Magda successfully operated the Cursed Armor of Sir Arnault the Pure. Will the armor provide a cheat to her agoraphobia? While possessing the armor, can she leave the Old Stone Church for the first time in years? Lincoln’s brother Lukas and sister Sophia showed up unannounced at the Old Stone Church and delivered a message — the Clostator, the lead…
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DEEP CUTS Episode 44: Twenty Years of Podcasting: The Monster Recap
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Goodness gracious, it’s been a couple decades! This episode, we take a chaotic look back over the last two chaotic decades of Scott’s podcasting and publishing career. I'm not going to lie—it’s delightful. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set…
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The Black Armor of Sir Arnault the Pure is safe at the Old Stone Church. While Lincoln recovers from the hunt, the gang learns the armor’s interesting secret. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watc…
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DEEP CUTS Episode 43: What Authors Wish They Knew Before Publishing
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Think once you get picked up by a publisher, your days of scrapping are over? Oh, sweet summer child, that’s not how any of this works. We asked a few of Scott’s author pals what advice they’d give, and we discuss their words of wisdom. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Pr…
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Ariella sent Linc and Billy to Israel to acquire the Black Armor of Sir Arnault the Pure, an ancient relic hidden deep in the catacombs beneath the Hospitaller Commandery of Saint-Jean-d’Acre. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment The…
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DEEP CUTS Episode 42: Random Questions from the Junkies
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We were all set to talk about things Scott wished he knew before he got published, but the universe (and the internet) had different plans for us. If you ever wonder what it’s like behind the podcasting curtain, this one’s for you. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press C…
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Dante Oganov offered Lincoln a deal — help him get blackmail material on Callista and use it to force Callista out, and Dante would set Lincoln’s son Sam free. The offer brings significant danger to Sam, though, as Callista will not be happy, and Dante is being hunted by Vestinian — the man who ruined Magda and wants to absorb Billy’s power. Lincol…
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DEEP CUTS Episode 41: Listener-Supported Podcasting
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Empty Set is moving to a new model: listener-supported podcasting. We’re committed to giving committed fans the complete experience. Scott, A, and the live-stream audience chat about ad-supported, freemium listener-supported models. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press …
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The crew discusses Dante’s offer back at the old stone church. With Billy a full-fledged member of the team now, everyone has to weigh in on what comes next. As Ariella departs for home to think on it, Linc departs for a different kind of meeting. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Al…
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DEEP CUTS Episode 40: Tips for Creating Strong Dialogue
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Ever wonder why that scene of Michael and Fredo gets you every time you watch Godfather 2? It’s the dialogue. It’s so strong, so powerful, so invisible. Scott and A delve into how writers create strong dialogue on the page and why it resonates. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by …
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After Billy and Lincoln defeat the lagrounes, Dillon and Dante have an opportunity to discuss what is as exciting as it is dangerous. Will the Old Stone Church crew mobilize to finally defeat one of their biggest threats? Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 b…
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