The weekly podcast where we touch on music’s past, it’s present, and where it’s going. Hosts Greg & Daniel, along with their rotating panel of guests, seek to relay interesting news, history, and a healthy does of their own opinions - for better or worse.
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What is Writeopolis? Writeopolis is a fortnightly (or, for US listeners, twice a month) conversation between writing professionals (and Kit Power). The conversation happens live every other Sunday evening via Discord, with live text chat accompanying the voice discussion (no video; RJ and Kit don't have that kind of time to sort their hair out every weekend). The resultant conversation is later released in podcast form via this feed. Who is Writeopolis? Writeopolis is BFS Award winner RJ Bar ...
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RJ, Kit, and a newly hired Scott are joined by the brilliant and hilarious Dave Wragg for an in depth discussion of Sherlock Holmes and various adaptations, quite a bit of Doctor Who, the inevitable Bosch, and - surprisingly - some actual writing chat. Enjoy!By David Wragg, RJ Barker, Scott K Andrews, Kit Power
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Writeopolis S6 E2 - One Star Quiz Returns!
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1:57:04A star studied cast of former guests return for '2 Smally, 2 Handy: The One Star Quiz returns!' Expect laughter, betrayal, arbitrary rules changes, "bonus" rounds, betrayal, baffling reviews, laughter, more laughter, and yet more betrayal. In short, a fun time is had by all.By Laura Mauro, Stewart Hotston, AK Faulkner, RJ Barker, Scott K Andrews, Kit Power
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Writeopolis S6 E1 - The boys are back!
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2:10:37After an extended hiatus, the Writeopolis crew reassemble for what mainly ends up being a mammoth catch up over the films and TV we've been watching. We also chat about why we've been away for a while, and it all gets a bit heavy for a while, but there's also a lot of laughs, and not a little bit of hope and joy. So, enjoy. It's very, very good to …
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In what ends up being the season finale, we are joined by the brilliant award-winning fantasy author Stephen Aryan. Expect the usual discussion of media, sandwich shop controversy, and a rare moment of a guest actually getting to talk about their new book! In other words, another instant classic. Enjoy :)…
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In which legendary reviewer and blog site wrangler Jim Mcleod visits Writeopolis with his trademark blend of opinionated humility and glorious sense of humour. Featuring a legendary entry in the sandwich shop of dreams series, a dramatic split decision on the Big Questions, and, despite tech gremlins periodically swallowing Jim and RJ's audio (apol…
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This time out, the gang are joined by artist Jack Hurley, and the conversation is gloriously derailed before it even starts! Expect mayhem, an all time great sandwich shop of dreams entry, some tragic dinosaur related errors, and a surprising amount of Ringo hate. Enjoy! We did :)By Jack Hurley, RJ Barker, Scott K Andrews, Kit Power
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This time out, the boys are joined by fantasy author Richard Swan. Expect hilarity, much discussion of current media, and maybe the best Dinosaur/Kaiju answers EVER. :) Enjoy.By Richard Swan, RJ Barker, Scott K Andrews, Kit Power
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Writeopolis S5 E3 - Kayleigh Marie Edwards
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1:50:46This time out, we were delighted to be joined by author, playwright and blogger Kayleigh Marie Edwards. The discussion takes in mosh pits we have known, an epic Sandwich Shop of Dreams entry, and some epic answers to the important binary questions; in other words, an instant classic. Enjoy.By Kayleigh Marie Edwards, RJ Barker, Scott K Andrews, Kit Power
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Writeopolis S5 E2 - Joshua Phillip Johnson
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1:45:11Our first guest of the season was the brilliant Joshua Phillip Johnson, which, among many other things, give Kit an opportunity to ramble about The Crown, RJ to be unreasonably happy about dinosaurs and Kaiju, and a truly epic entry in The Sandwich Shop Of Dreams. In other words, it's an instant classic. Enjoy :)…
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In this host-only first show of 2023, Scott, RJ and Kit attempt a 2022 wrap up, which goes about as well as you'd imagine, with Scott going month by month from the spreadsheet, RJ bouncing about all over the place, and Kit struggling to remember three TV shows he even watched this year. Last year. Yeah, they make that mistake so much they give up c…
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Writeopolis S4 E8 - One Star Quiz returns - 2 smally, 2 handsy!
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1:55:29The final episode of 2022 sees the return of the legendary, infamous One Star Quiz. Starring previous guests Laura Mauro, Tendai Huchu, Ed Wilson, and your regular hosts, this one is a riot of laughs, cheating, and some actual skullduggery.By Laura Mauro, Tendai Huchu, Ed Wilson, RJ Barker, Scott K Andrews, Kit Power
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This time out, we're joined by the mighty CC Adams, prolific horror author. Subjects covered include: Sandwich shop of dreams - further controversy Were 80’s horror movie franchises actually any good? Beta reading and unfortunate comparisons CC's amazing new collection, Misery and Other Lines Kit whinging about success CC talking process RJs dead t…
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This time out, RJ and Kit (but not the tragically fired Scott), welcome multitalented Kallie Marie. We cover a lot of ground and make each other laugh. It's a good time all around, really.By Kallie Marie, RJ Barker, Scott K Andrews, Kit Power
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Writeopolis S4 E5 - Tendai (T.L.) Huchu
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1:46:29This time out, we're joined by the brilliant Tendai (T.L.) Huchu. In a free ranging and often hilarious conversation, topics covered include: Finally articulating Scott’s TV viewing aesthetic Columbo and Murder, She Wrote, and Magnum PI, oh my Love And Thunder controversy Tendi giving us the hard sell on The Northman The problem of writing about tr…
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This time out, the usual gang is joined by author and podcaster, Lucy Holland. Despite being tragically wrong about both dinosaurs and kaiju, a good time was had by all, including a sulky Kit. Enjoy :)By Lucy Holland, RJ Barker, Scott K Andrews, Kit Power
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In which we were joined by the brilliant Eddie Robson, and talked about many things, including: Dahlmer Writing for established characters, and how much more story freedom that gives you The best ‘raised by wolves’ joke ever Andor and why it’s worth sticking with Scott’s first-date success tips RJ actually reading a book for once Platinum trophies …
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This time out, we're joined by the brilliant fantasy author Peter McLean. Kit joins the show from his FantasyCon hotel room, with predictably 'hilarious' spotty-wifi-related results, and topics covered include Pete's Ur text, Spiderman in Mormonland, Dio Vs Ozzy, and much, much more. In spite of the technical challenges, it's a glorious conversatio…
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This time out, RJ, Scott and Kit are joined by Electric Dreamhouse Press editor in chief, Neil Snowdon. In a freewheeling conversation, highlights include RJs Queen heresy, the seemingly endless Highlander franchise, Neil's UR text, and much, much more. Enjoy :)By Neil Snowdon, RJ Barker, Scott K Andrews, Kit Power
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This time out, RJ, Scott and Kit are joined by the brilliant fantasy novelist Ed McDonald. Expect discussion of Predator/Prey, the myth of artists who don't like their own work, a shocking split decision on dinosaurs and Kaiju, and much, much more. A fitting finale to Season 3. Enjoy :)By Ed McDonald, RJ Barker, Scott K Andrews, Kit Power
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This time out, Kit and RJ (but sadly not Scott) are joined by the legendary Jackson Ford- and boy do they get into it, on music, TV, writing, and some true shockers on dinos and Kong Vs Godzilla. Enjoy! We clearly did :)
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This time out, RJ, Scott and Kit are joined by the awesomely talented AK Falkner. In a riotously funny, free ranging conversations, subjects covered include: The glory of Yorkshire Dentistry and intimations of mortality Star Trek Discovery spoilers Dr Strange spoilers, love and fury Kit being mass ‘Ted Lasso’ shamed The one time KISS didn’t suck Th…
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Writeopolis S3 E9 - George Daniel Lea
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2:05:05This time out, Scott and Kit (and not RJ) are joined by indie horror author and YouTuber George Daniel Lea. In a fun filled, free roaming conversation, we cover such things as: RJ being on holiday and Kit not being rude about it Scott’s epic list of watching/listening/reading The return of Russell T Davis to Doctor Who The ethics of including real-…
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This time out, RJ, Scott and Kit are joined by self published legend Jon Cronshaw! Amongst many other things, we get into: The awfulness of Discord Kit recommending crap TV shows Absolute chaos Justice for obscure Spiderman actors Slagging off Morbius before it was cool Jon’s Spanish-reading guide dog The imaginary reaction of readers The return of…
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Writeopolis S3 E5 - Just RJ and Kit
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2:02:44An ill guest and absent Scott mean RJ and Kit are left alone to play, which goes exactly how you'd expect. Expect a lot of rambling. Also, Craig briefly stopped working somewhere in the middle, so there's a brief tone to note the point where recording stopped and restarted. Enjoy :)By RJ Barker, Kit Powers
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Writeopolis S3 E4: Sophia McDougall
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1:39:39This time out, Scott, RJ and Kit are joined by the brilliant author Sophia McDougal. Topics covered include: The joys of Discord Often, but not always, getting Sophia's name right Sofia Loren ruining everything for everybody Watching mediocre TV for Reasons The many, many pitfalls about writing about cops in 2022 Kit and psychological breakthroughs…
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Writeopolis S3 E3 - Writing a novel by committee - Host only
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1:45:27In a guest-free episode, Kit, RJ and Scott get even more off topic than usual, but do end up brainstorming their alleged co-authoring project. Gound covered includes: RJs ongoing struggles with the nature of linear time Spoiling The Responder for Scott Spoilers also for Squid Games and Mandalorian and Boba Fett The Guy Ritchie/Spielberg sweet spot …
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This time out, RJ and Scott are joined by brilliant script writer and novelist James Moran. Topics covered include: Scott in a submarine “Off topic is on brand!” Murderous kindly old ladies and giggling with glee Writing fast for TV Spooks, and Not Killing Harry The mechanics of writing for TV and around outside factors The formative power of the T…
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The boys are back in town - or, rather, back huddled behind microphones in houses and/or garages. In this guest-free first show of 2022, expect a rambling conversation taking in the following bullet points: The dreaded ‘soft relaunch’. Scott having read three whole books RJ and the swinging hot takes Some Muppet Christmas Carol controversy Dissecti…
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In what could possibly be the longest delay in releasing an episode ever, we found a lost recording! All the way back from season 1 we have the wonderful Stark Holborn discussing: - where cowboys/westerns belong in the bookstore. - Scott takes us on a deep dive on how to organise Dr Who books. - There is cautionary tale of plotter vs pantser, where…
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In a guest-free season finale, RJ, Scott and Kit get into Muppet Christmas Carol, the vague nature of time itself, Wheel Of Time controversy, RJ's Doctor Who related child cruelty, a world exclusive regarding Sniper Elite 5, and oh so much more. Enjoy.By RJ Barker, Scott K Andrews, Kit Power
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Writeopolis S2 E7 - The Tiny Bookcase
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2:05:23This time out, RJ, Scott and Kit are joined by the brilliant Tiny Bookcase chaps. In an even-more-freewheeling-than-normal conversation, we touch upon: RJ making some shocking admissions RE Pratchett Ben being correct about Kong Transitioning from Flash fiction to novel writing People who are too talented and won’t pick a lane And much, much, much …
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This time out, RJ and Kit (but sadly not Scott) are joined by indie publishing legend Steve Shaw of Black Shuck Books. In a conversation that rambles even by our high (low?) standards, topics touched upon include: Kit almost getting the episode number right Steve nearly forgetting the name of the book he published that won a BFS award The inherent …
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Writeopolis S2 E4 - Stewart Hotston
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2:00:03This time out, RJ, Kit, and an inexplicably American Scott are joined by the frankly brilliant Stewart Hotston. Expect a discussion of Squid Game politics, running in the wrong trousers, the curiously historical nature of antifascist TV drama, Stew breaking Kit's heart on the Dinosaur question, and... a haunted coffee frother?? Yup, that's what it …
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Ep.13 A.I. Ruling for GRAMMYS, Spotify Supremium, and Angry Old Men
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48:00Come one and all to this "shorty but goody" episode. Join hosts Greg and Daniel, along with their studio audience, as they give their opinions on new rules for the GRAMMYS awards, a new subscription level from Spotify, then we close out with an "Old Man Gripe" on the direction of "new" music. Studio Audience: Judy, Kristin, and Jim…
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Join hosts Greg and Daniel, along with their studio audience, discuss Judy's first hand experience at 2 of the most anticipated concert tours of the year: Blink 182 and Taylor Swift. Studio Audience: Judy, Kristin, Jim, and BBy Every Good Boy Does Fine
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Ep.11 - Swift Crushing, Wallen Crumbling, and All That’s Coming
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1:01:24Join hosts Greg and Daniel as they touch on some recurring topics and discuss their thoughts on fun concerts and festivals going on this summer. Studio Audience: Kaleb and KatieBy Every Good Boy Does Fine
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This episode hosts Greg and Daniel talk with their studio audience about Ed Sheeran's lawsuit, the disbanding of Sum 41, and the passing of beloved icon Tina Turner. Studio Audience: Kaleb and KatieBy Every Good Boy Does Fine
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Ep.9 - Morgan Wallen, Posthumous Music, and A.I. Causing Problems
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1:23:44Join hosts Greg and Daniel as they discuss the issues that arise from music being released after death, the potential issues with A.I. generated art, and Morgan Wallen conspiracy theories. Guest list for this episode includes Jim, Ryan, Logan, Kaleb, Becky, and Katie.By Every Good Boy Does Fine
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Taylor Swift-ly Exits her Relationship
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1:07:40Join hosts Greg and Daniel, along side recurring guest Ryan, Kaleb, Jim, and of course no Taylor Swift episode is complete without Judy! We discuss everything from Bob Dylan to Taylor's breakup, wild conspiracies, and much, much more.By Every Good Boy Does Fine
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Welcome back to part 2 of our Quarterly Album Review episode. Go back and have a listen to part 1 to be up to speed on all the artists that we covered. Then, join hosts Greg and Daniel, along with their audience of Logan, Ryan, Judy, Kaleb, and Jim, as they wrap up the rest of their Q1 album picks.By Every Good Boy Does Fine
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Join hosts Greg, Daniel, and their audience of guest (Judy, Kaleb, Ryan, Jim, and Logan) as they dive into all the new albums of 2023 that came out in the first quarter (January through March). Do you agree with our opinions or do you wish harm on us for trashing your favorite artist? Find out now!By Every Good Boy Does Fine
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Madness of March is Brought to the Arena
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1:06:13In the spirit of March Madness coming to an end we thought it would be a great idea to do our own themed bracket, with a special twist. Join hosts Greg and Daniel, along side a packed house audience of Jim, Ryan, Judy, Kaleb, and Logan, as they discuss the top 16 selling music artists of all time.By Every Good Boy Does Fine
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Does A.I. belong in your world as a DJ? Spotify has created a new A.I. DJ that caters to your music taste and creates a radio station sounding playlists, completely tailored to you. Listen to hosts Daniel and Greg, along side their "audience" Logan, Jim, and Kaleb, debate their likes and dislikes on this latest tech trend.…
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Snoop D-O-Double G, Fights for Distribution Rights
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56:50Join us while Daniel takes co-host Greg, and their guest (Logan, Jim, and Kaleb), down the rabbit hole in a more researched deep dive episode. Learn about TikTok distribution rights, and just how Snoop Dogg took control of his record label in order to secure better distribution deals for artist on streaming services. Listen, and let us know your th…
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Down with the Master of Tickets & Long Live the Flowers Queen!
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1:20:44On this episode, hosts Greg and Daniel discuss the issues circulating with Ticketmaster before getting into Miley Cyrus's new song flowers and all the references it holds. Joined by studio audience members Jim, Becky, Judy, and Ryan the group will bring all the issues to light and give respect where respect is due.…
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This time out, RJ, Scott and Kit are joined by sci-fi and fantasy author Mike Brooks. Expect discussion of The She-Ra remake, Nirvana and Nevermind documentaries, the eternal mystery of aging, and why real writers don't use the letter S - amongst many, many other things. Enjoy :) Mike Brooks: http://www.mikebrooks.co.uk/ RJ Barker: https://www.rjba…
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Bonus Episode - Panic! at the Super Bowl 2023
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1:00:41In this Bonus Episode, hosts Greg & Daniel, along with the studio, discuss Brendan Urie's announcement that Panic! at the Disco is calling it quits. Then, from the pregame performances to the half time show and who we would like to see make surprise appearances, we dive into all the musical acts performing during this years Super Bowl as our main t…
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Host Greg and Daniel are joined this episode by frequent "Audience Members" Jim and Ryan, along with 1st time guest Logan. From the winners, performances, and overall opinions, the group discusses this years GRAMMY Awards. With plenty to cover within this topic, there is sure to be a Hot Take or two.…
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This time out, new intern Scott, RJ and Kit are joined by the brilliant writer Anna Stephens. Expect the introduction of new trainee Scott, discussion about writing tie-in properties, writing three books at once, differences in genre wordcount, and so, so much more. Enjoy.By Anna Stephens, RJ Barker, Scott K Andrews, Kit Power
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