Best Steven Barnes Podcasts (2025)

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0704 | Couples 1:01:04

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8d ago1:01:04

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Josh and Michelle Tooker examine Keyes's comments about and references to abducting and murdering couples. They take a look at what exactly that might mean, follow-up on previously covered cases, and take a look at new ones. And then they hone in on what the team may have been overlooking all along. This episode was written, researched, and produce…

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LIFEWRITING LIVE! On Overcoming Interruptions and Chaos 1:08:42

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In this episode, Steve and Tananarive reveal what they learned during Steve's recent health scare -- and how his creative work helped inspire his recovery. Tananarive shares her coping mechanisms that helped her stay centered during a time of true-life horror. Plus, Steve and Tananarive answer questions on writing and creative living from the studi…

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Let's Go to Iceland! 1:21

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Join Josh, Shana, and Tooker in Iceland on our next Trova Trip: June 13 - 19, 2026. Check out the itinerary and RESERVE your spot today Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-bullsh--3588169/support.By Studio BOTH/AND

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Ep. 181: The 2024(ish) Listener Tournament Finals: Khalil Goodman & Kristen Pilotte 1:08:08

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After an extensive competition amongst our MaxFun Members, it all culminates in the 2024(ish) Listener Tournament Finals – a new episode of Go Fact Yourself! (Do YOU want to be a guest on the show? Make sure to support us in the 2026 MaxFunDrive and stay tuned for our next Listener Tournament!) Khalil Goodman is a photographer who works in public c…

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0703 | Little Oklahoma 36:32

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Josh follows up on a new tip from FBI Special Agent Ted Halla. It takes him to familiar ground, both literally and in cases he's looked into previously. This new tip, with some research and fascinating conversations, compels Josh to some interesting and shocking conclusions. This episode was written, researched, edited, and produced by Josh Hallmar…

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0702 | In Blood 44:01

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Josh goes over the investigation into Israel Keyes's death; including what was found in his cell, what led to it, and how it happened. Plus new information opens an online can of worms, and sends Josh to Washington state. This episode was written, researched, edited, and produced by Josh Hallmark. Additional research by: Shana Wilensky, Michelle To…

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840. Geeky Collectibles — S&F Discusses 55:36

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Gorgeous dice, occult texts, and birbs, oh my! Shaun Duke, Jennifer Brozek, and Sandra Wong join forces to talk about why we collect and, more importantly, WHAT we collect. Each host shares some of their collectible objects, talk about why they matter, and more. This episode has a visual component, so checking out the video might be beneficial if y…

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Ep. 180.5: The Best of Hip-hop Special 1:02:21

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The beat is fresh and so is the trivia on the Best of Hip-hop special of Go Fact Yourself! It’s a boxed set of our favorite rap trivia from over the years, including Hall of Fame MCs and DJs as experts. Appearing in this episode: Gina Yashere from ep. 142 Evette Dionne from ep. 121 Seán Devlin from ep. 87 Sarah Jones from ep. 167 DJ Jazzy Jeff from…

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0701 | The Death & Life of Israel Keyes 44:18

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In the season 7 premiere, Josh goes over a long list of significant new evidence, answers a few big questions, and asks plenty more new questions. A picture of a woman found in Keyes's car paints a very clear picture of some of his activity. New maps, journals, writings, and more set the stage for an eye-opening season. This episode was written, re…

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S7 Prep: WA Does 46:07

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As we prepare for Season 7 of True Crime Bullsh**, we're sharing episodes from the past 6 seasons that will be foundational for the upcoming season. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Go to www.betterhelp.com/TCB for 10% off your first month. Quince: Go to www.quince.com/TCBS to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. Become a supporter of thi…

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S7 Prep: WA Does (Ad-free & Early) 44:43

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As we prepare for Season 7 of True Crime Bullsh**, we're sharing episodes from the past 6 seasons that will be foundational for the upcoming season. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Go to www.betterhelp.com/TCB for 10% off your first month. Quince: Go to www.quince.com/TCBS to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. Become a supporter of thi…

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839. Mace Windu: The Glass Abyss by Steven Barnes — Thrawn and On and On #8 54:26

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Grand insectoid mothers, web sensitive grubs, and purple lightsabers, oh my! Shaun Duke and Daniel Haeusser join forces to discuss the new canon novel, Mace Windu: The Glass Abyss by Steven Barnes. Together, they explore the novel’s approach to the titular Star Wars character, Barnes’ fantastical worldbuilding and narrative choices, some of the new…

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Ep. 180: Stephen Tobolowsky & Aparna Nancherla 1:03:41

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Consider yourself at home– with trivia on Go Fact Yourself! Stephen Tobolowsky is an actor, writer, and director. He’s perhaps best known for his role as Ned Ryerson from the classic film Groundhog Day. He’ll tell us about what it’s like being part of such an iconic movie – and how its fans keep him humble. Aparna Nancherla is a comedian, who’s als…

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S7 Prep: Hunters, WA 32:27

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As we prepare for Season 7 of True Crime Bullsh**, we're sharing episodes from the past 6 seasons that will be foundational for the upcoming season. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Go to www.betterhelp.com/TCB for 10% off your first month. Quince: Go to www.quince.com/TCBS to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. Become a supporter of thi…

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838. Thomas Ha (a.k.a. The Ambiguitor) — Uncertain Sons & Other Stories 57:12

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Ambiguous worlds, subdued worries, and a talking tiger, oh my! Shaun Duke and Daniel Haeusser are joined by short fiction extraordinaire Thomas Ha for an interview about his new collection, Uncertain Sons and Other Stories! Together, they discuss Ha’s approach to short fiction and storytelling, some of the common themes in the collection, the proce…

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LIFEWRITING LIVE! On Horror and Healing! 1:11:08

2M ago1:11:08

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In this episode, Steve and Tananarive talk about the power and popularity of horror in literature and cinema -- and secrets to writing powerful horror! Tananarive also talks about how horror is healing during times of crisis. Steve also talks about his recovery from hip replacement surgery. And listeners ask questions about collaborating, deadline …

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837. Jason Sanford (a.k.a. Biographer of Vengeance) — We Who Hunt Alexanders 55:55

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Blood maws, neurodivergence, and the monstrous, oh my! Shaun Duke and Paul Weimer are joined by the wonderfully weird Jason Sanford for an interview about his new novella, We Who Hunt Alexanders! Together, they discuss Sanford’s approach to monstrosity, neurodiverse protagonists, writing style and influences, and so much more! Thanks for listening.…

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Ep. 179: Cooper Barnes & Larissa FastHorse 1:03:19

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It’s a trivia dream come true on Go Fact Yourself! Cooper Barnes is an actor, best known as the superhero Captain Man in the Nickelodeon “Danger Force” franchise. He’ll tell us what it’s like to have kids as fans, and why portraying a superhero is harder than it looks. (Hint: It rhymes with blandex.) Larissa FastHorse is an award-winning playwright…

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836. Unknown Island (1948) — Torture Cinema #157 1:04:55

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Warthog sloths, dinosaur hugs, and lecherous captains, oh my! Shaun Duke, Jen Zink, and special guest R.E. Junker join forces to talk about 1948’s Unknown Island! Together, they discuss the film’s remarkably ridiculous dinosaurs, the many types of 1940s men, plot contrivances, Corriganville, and much more! Thanks for listening. We hope you enjoy th…

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Tananarive and Steve's story in The End of the World As We Know It (based in the world of Stephen King's The Stand)! 1:06:06

2M ago1:06:06

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In this episode, Steve and Tananarive talk about their short story in the New York Times bestselling anthology THE END OF THE WORLD AS WE KNOW IT ("The Boat Man"), based in the world of Stephen King's THE STAND. Tananarive tells the story of how she played keyboard in a band with Stephen King, the Rock Bottom Remainders. (And Tananarive reads an ex…

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S7 Prep: Gary Shawn Bryant 41:01

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As we prepare for Season 7 of True Crime Bullsh**, we're sharing episodes from the past 6 seasons that will be foundational for the upcoming season. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Go to www.betterhelp.com/TCB for 10% off your first month. Quince: Go to www.quince.com/TCBS to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. Become a supporter of thi…

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835. Susana M. Morris (a.k.a. The Positively Professorial) – Positive Obsession: The Life and Times of Octavia E. Butler 59:08

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Writing barriers, intense habits, and Octavia’s life, oh my! Shaun Duke is joined by scholar and biographer Susan M. Morris to talk about her new book, Positive Obsession: The Life and Times of Octavia E. Butler! In this riveting conversation, they discuss some of the fascinating aspects of Butler’s life, Morris’ approach to writing a biography of …

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S7 Prep: Stephen Michael Mason 1:03:35

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As we prepare for Season 7 of True Crime Bullsh**, we're sharing episodes from the past 6 seasons that will be foundational for the upcoming season. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Go to www.betterhelp.com/TCB for 10% off your first month. Quince: Go to www.quince.com/TCBS to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. Become a supporter of thi…

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Ep. 178: Mimi Rogers & Matt Rogers 1:05:11

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It’s a bouquet of trivia on Go Fact Yourself! Mimi Rogers is an actor – best known these days for her role in the Amazon series “Bosch.” She’s acted in that family of shows for ten years, but she’ll tell us about how her part was never supposed to last that long. Plus, Mimi reveals some secrets about her time on the set of Austin Powers. Matt Roger…

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S7 Prep: Celia Darlene Barnes - part 2 42:04

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As we prepare for Season 7 of True Crime Bullsh**, we're sharing episodes from the past 6 seasons that will be foundational for the upcoming season. SPONSORS: Quince: Go to www.quince.com/TCBS to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-bullsh--3588169/…

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S7 Prep: Celia Darlene Barnes - part 1 33:00

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As we prepare for Season 7 of True Crime Bullsh**, we're sharing episodes from the past 6 seasons that will be foundational for the upcoming season. SPONSORS: Quince: Go to www.quince.com/TCBS to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-bullsh--3588169/…

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834. Andrea Hairston (a.k.a. the Polyrhythmic Professor) — Mindscape 1:03:05

3M ago1:03:05

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Alien barriers, sweet Majors, and messy diplomacy, oh my! Shaun Duke and Trish Matson are joined by returning champion Andrea Hairston for an interview about Mindscape! Together, they explore Andrea’s approach to writing character and dialogue, the roots of the novel’s premise, the influence of language on culture and the self, reality TV, and more…

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LIFEWRITING LIVE! What Necessary Evil Have You Been Dodging? 1:04:14

3M ago1:04:14

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In this Lifewriting episode with a live audience, Steve and Tananarive talk about their upcoming cast and crew screening for their short film, THE KEEPER, and Tananarive reveals a "necessary evil" she avoided while she was working on her next novel! Plus, they talk to audience members about their writing struggles and how to embrace "necessary evil…

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833. The Secret Power by Marie Corelli (1921) — Mining the Genre Asteroid 1:09:33

3M ago1:09:33

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Gendered rants, bird ships, and secret cities, oh my! Shaun Duke, Paul Weimer, and Trish Matson join forces to discuss Marie Corelli’s The Secret Power (1921). Together, they examine the reception of Corelli in her time, explore Corelli’s legacy, discuss the book’s approach to social relations, villainy, technology, and much more! Thanks for listen…