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Ep.52 The Dark Side of Fairy Tales

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In this conversation, BT delves into the realms of folklore, fear, and the supernatural, exploring the mythological creatures known as the fae. He discusses the creative journey of author Ben Gailey, who shares insights into his writing process and the development of his Scarlet Star Trilogy, a unique blend of steampunk and alternate history. The discussion also touches on the darker aspects of fairy mythology and the implications of alternative histories in literature, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in exploring complex themes. In this conversation, Ben Galley discusses his unique magic system in his writing, exploring the implications of magic on society, ethical dilemmas faced by characters, and the influence of folklore and mythology in modern contexts. He also reflects on the role of fantasy in contemporary culture and shares insights from his experience consulting and supporting new authors in their writing journeys.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring the Shadows: Fear and Folklore and Forethought
05:10 The Journey of a Writer: Ben Gailey's Adventures
11:03 The Scarlet Star Trilogy: A New Era of Storytelling
18:01 The Dark Side of the Fae: Myth and Reality
25:21 Alternative Histories: Reimagining the Past
31:05 Exploring the Unique Magic System
36:02 The Intersection of Magic and Society
39:50 Ethical Dilemmas in a Magical World
44:25 Folklore and Mythology in Modern Contexts
51:09 The Role of Fantasy in Contemporary Culture
54:06 Consulting and Supporting New Authors

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84 episodes

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In this conversation, BT delves into the realms of folklore, fear, and the supernatural, exploring the mythological creatures known as the fae. He discusses the creative journey of author Ben Gailey, who shares insights into his writing process and the development of his Scarlet Star Trilogy, a unique blend of steampunk and alternate history. The discussion also touches on the darker aspects of fairy mythology and the implications of alternative histories in literature, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in exploring complex themes. In this conversation, Ben Galley discusses his unique magic system in his writing, exploring the implications of magic on society, ethical dilemmas faced by characters, and the influence of folklore and mythology in modern contexts. He also reflects on the role of fantasy in contemporary culture and shares insights from his experience consulting and supporting new authors in their writing journeys.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring the Shadows: Fear and Folklore and Forethought
05:10 The Journey of a Writer: Ben Gailey's Adventures
11:03 The Scarlet Star Trilogy: A New Era of Storytelling
18:01 The Dark Side of the Fae: Myth and Reality
25:21 Alternative Histories: Reimagining the Past
31:05 Exploring the Unique Magic System
36:02 The Intersection of Magic and Society
39:50 Ethical Dilemmas in a Magical World
44:25 Folklore and Mythology in Modern Contexts
51:09 The Role of Fantasy in Contemporary Culture
54:06 Consulting and Supporting New Authors

  continue reading

84 episodes

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