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In the realm of fiction, sometimes we encounter things which we cannot explain. Dimensions shift, science evolves, and occasionally magic mixes with romance to create a scenario which blindsides the reader. The story will go where the story is meant to go and the characters will trudge along like they always do.
Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they explore the art of the story and dabble in genres that may be way outside their comfort zone.
The holidays are here. Join Tiffany and Jon as they talk about their traditions on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
It's celebration time. Join Tiffany and Jon as they wrap a project on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Rambling about anime? Yeah, we're good at that. Join the crew as they talk about getting to know crunchyroll on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
It's that time again. An exploration into cosmic horror. Join Tiffany and Steven as they chat about a specialized genre in this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
How do you keep the writing momentum going? Join Tiffany and Jon as they talk about the struggles of writing on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Are you a candy person or are you content with leaving sugar behind? Join the crew as they give their thoughts on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
A writing exercise that has made it to 40k words? Join the crew as they celebrate the milestone on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Tiffany Leaves the episode to Jon and Steven, what do they get up to? Tune in to find out.
Is it OK to bend the rules for the sake of the story? Tune in on this week's episode to find out.
Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they talk location, location, location, on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
New projects are always exciting. Join Tiffany and Jon as they talk about their latest ideas on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
It's a catch up day. What do Tiffany and Jon have to chat about? Tune in for this week's episode of Pondo's Playground to find out.
Theatre is an experience. Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they talk about the atmosphere on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The first episode mentioned is available on our Patreon page
What happens when you can pick the starting point of the story? Listen in on this week's episode to find out?
What is G.A.S.? Join Tiffany and Steven as they chat about ambiance on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
What are super narrative driven games? Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they discuss this on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
And so it continues. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk about more stories on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
How is the write and pass going? Join Tiffany and Jon as they chat about the project and cliffhangers on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Sometimes the non-fiction is just too good to pass up. Join Jon as he tells a story, on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
We've had a new trailer drop so we had to chat about it. Join Tiffany and Steven as they talk about RWBY on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
What do we think about the middle story in a trilogy? Join Tiffany, Jon, and Steven as they discuss this on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Japan has a lot of mascots and some of them have interesting back stories. Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they present some of the more interesting ones on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
What does Steven has in store for the writing project? Tune in for this week's episode of Pondo's Playground to find out.
What is My Dress Up Darling? Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they discuss this on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
What do we think of the 2nd person? Join Tiffany, Jon, and Steven as they discuss this on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
We're doing a pass and write. Join Tiffany and Jon as they see what Steven has in store for them on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
It's episode 200, yes you read that right. Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they chat about their favourite moments over the years on this special episode of Pondo's Playground.
Science Fiction and Fantasy are often lumped together by default, but what if this mix is intentional? Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they talk about the genre on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Join Steven and Tiffany as they talk about characters on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The crew is hopeful. Join Tiffany and Steven as they chat about what they want from a game adaptation on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
How would you introduce a friend to your favourite fandom? Join Tiffany and Steven as they chat original characters in adaptations on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground. Happy Holidays, everyone!
Were you a lover of the original Bebop crew? Join Tiffany and Steven as they touch on their progress with the adaptation of Cowboy Bebop on this week's episode.
Beware of SPOILERS of course
SPOILER WARNING
Tiffany and Steven go in depth on set up, character and story for Netflix's Arcane. Is it good? Does it need work? They didn't think so. Beware of Spoilers and some serious love for the show.
Everybody likes a good sequel, right? Join Tiffany and Jon as they discuss if there's more to a story on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Social Media Stories? Choose your own adventures? AR shenanigans? Join Tiffany and Steven as they talk about both of these on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Is out of order storytelling worth it? Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they talk Prequels on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Endings are hard, but are beginnings harder? Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they talk prologues on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Spoiler Warning for the following
-Valkyria Chronicles 4 -Call of Duty Infinite Warfare
Join TIffany, Steven, and Jon as they explore epilogues further on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Sometimes epilogues are done right, sometimes we're not sure if they're needed. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk about the end of the book on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
We love food and we love food even more in storytelling. Join Tiffany and Steven as they discuss this on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
As we wrap up our mini-tangent on story length we'd like to leave you with an open form of collaboration--the anthology. Join Tiffany and Steven as they discuss the underrated nature of the form on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Is there a medium length for creative works? Join Tiffany and Steven as they chat about works too long to be a short story, but too short to be a novel on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
What are some really hidden gems in media? Join Tiffany and Steven as they talk short films on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
All stories utilize metaphor in some capacity and some examples are more intentional than others. Join Tiffany and Steven as they talk about the stories behind the stories on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
It's Steven's Episode! What has he been consuming? Find out on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
TRIGGER WARNING Anti-Asian Violence. To put it bluntly this is unacceptable and this week's episode dives heavily into a story of an incident in Nevada.
P.S. Always remember to practice self-care.
What kind of stories is Tiffany interested in? Tune in to this week's episode to find out.
This subject is always certain to bring out the passion. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk tie-in materials on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
We've talked a fair bit about anime, but what were our first mangas? Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they get nostalgic on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The what if scenarios surrounding superheroes are getting more and more popular. Are they really the best of us? Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they talk about the Superman archetype in this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Marvel and DC may be famous, but they are not the only players in the comic book game. Join the crew as they talk graphic novels on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Superstitions can be a powerful factor in making decisions. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they share their experiences on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Join us as we explore more of the scary spots in the lower mainland on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Do you believe in ghosts? Join Tiffany, Steven and Amanda as they talk about some of Vancouver's most haunted sites on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
We're beginning our paranormal month and we have our sites set on everything ghostly. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk about spooky things on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
We've all seen it, the mentor who helps the hero, but do they always need to sacrifice themselves for the story? Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they discuss this on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Join us on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground as we touch on race, representation, and the sheer power of Young Adult fiction.
It's time we return to the topic of YA. What are the rules and how are they shifting? Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk about demographics on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
We couldn't fit it all into one episode! Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they finish up their Pokemon ramblings on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Where were we when we got our first Pokemon Gameboy cartridges? Join Tiffany and Jon as they recount history on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Have you ever had a pizza burger? What is a pizza burger? Find out on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
It's time to check in as we enter the final month in Q1. How is 2021 treating us? Tune in to this week's episode to find out.
Let no one say that dealing with time travel and continuity is easy. Join Tiffany and Jon as they chat about timelines on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Tiffany talks pockets and the boys discuss Cyberpunk aesthetics on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
It's time to gather and see what everyone thought of the assigned reading of Aldous Huxley's Brave New World. How was it received? Tune into this week's episode of Pondo's Playground to see for yourself.
Tiffany finally shares her experiences playing Cyberpunk 2077 with Jon and Steven after waiting nearly 8 years for the game be released.
What are our thoughts on one of the most prominent villains in Science Fiction? Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground to find out.
What are some of our favourite fantasy anime films? Join Tiffany, Jon, and Steven on this week's episode to find out.
Anime has always had a close place in our hearts. What are some of our favourite fantasy anime? Tune in to find out.
How will today's history affect tomorrow's stories? Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they attempt to answer this question on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
What have we been spending our creative time on during the pandemic? Tune in to find out.
Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk holiday films on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The date of this recording was Remembrance Day. As such we shared a moment of silence and our thoughts on war as depicted in video games.
2020 is seeing many industries morph and reinvent themselves. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk about the evolution of board games on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
2020 has seen the world change drastically. How we socialize is more virtual than it has ever been. Join Tiffany and Steven as they chat about Board Game writing and how the platform may be changing on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Being able to send a shiver up your audience's spine is a true talent, but is that all body horror is? Join Tiffany and Steven as they discuss one of the more specific sub-genres of horror on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Horror month is always an exciting endeavour--well, for some of us anyway. Join Tiffany, Steven, Jon, and Amanda as they talk horror scripts on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
A grand mystery is a foot with the theft of a precious object. Will our hero be able to crack the case and save the day?
Written by Amanda Tipper Read by Steven Duenas
Rare finds, Silence of the Lambs and more appear on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The title says it all, need we say more? Join the crew of Pondo's Playground as they ramble and stumble on some interesting insights on this week's episode. Happy Friday, everyone!
Sometimes we just need to take a moment to discuss the shows we love. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk Aggretsuko and Nintendo's retro line up on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Hosted by Mecha Panda Publishing and Western Sky Books, The Nature of Gods launched virtually back in May and if you weren't able to make it, then we hope you enjoy the audio transcript now.
Featuring T.J. Lockwood, Tanya Lisle, Kella Campbell and more, we hope you enjoy all the Sci Fi, Fantasy and Romantic tales as much as we did.
PS. There's even a little bit of poetry sprinkled in for good measure.
How are things getting released during the pandemic. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk film and media on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Disclaimer: Mild Language
Pre-show rambles sometimes lead to interesting stories. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk birds on this special episode of Pondo's Playground. Want to hear more pre-show rambles? Visit our Patreon for more eclectic topics.
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Which is your favourite period in history? Join Tiffany, Steven and Amanda as they talk about centuries on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The title says it all, join Tiffany, Steven, Jon, and Amanda as they talk historical fiction and media on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
August is Historical Fiction month for Pondo's Playground. Join Tiffany and Steven as they talk about the nuances on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
In a world where thrill has become easy, the climb is just as important as the fall. Katherine "Tek" James pushes herself physically and holds on to the good in people, but when she climbs a mountain with her brother, she receives an important lesson about opportunity.
Written by T.J. Lockwood Read by Steven Duenas
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It's show and tell day on the playground. Tune in to hear Steven, Jon and Tiffany share the comic projects they've been plugging away at on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Webcomics are a constantly growing sector of independent publishing. Which are some of our favourites? Join Tiffany, Steven, and Amanda on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground to find out.
We love comics, and that's a fact. Though our styles are all a little different. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk panel narratives on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Newspaper comics are fun, brief, and filled with just as much story as prose. Join Steven, Tiffany and Jon as they talk comic strips on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Did you have book fair in school? We did. Tune in to this week's episode to hear about what we were reading back in the day.
Animation is a growing form of media and one which seems like a natural fit for Coming of Age stories. Join Tiffany, Jon, and Steven as they examine everything from cartoons to motion capture on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The coming of age story theme appears in many works of fiction. It is a strong staple in storytelling and something that a lot of people can relate to. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk Coming of Age stories in Film on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Join Tiffany and Steven as they talk SpaceEx, anime streaming services, and reminisce on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Anime has always been a big part of Pondo's Playground, but working out while watching it? Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk fitness and Funimation on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Kella Campbell is back on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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What did Steven and Tiffany do for Mother's Day? Tune in on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground to find out.
While in self-isolation it's important to reach out to your friends. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they check on special guest Kella Campbell on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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There are many ways to the set mood for a scene. Sound is important and something we often take for granted. Join Tiffany and Steven as they talk soundtracks on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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What is art going to look like post-quarantine? Hear our predictions on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Webcomics are definitely a part of our lives. What are some of our favourites? Tune in to find out.
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We hope everyone is staying safe during this pandemic. Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they talk comedy on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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How is war represented in regular everyday programming? What makes documentary-style story hit closer to home? Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they discuss how we perceive war on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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It's no secret that the Playground crew loves graphic novels, but what are our thoughts on how war is portrayed in them? Join Tiffany and Steven as they go on a bit of a panel by panel journey on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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International Woman's Day has come and gone, but we decided to celebrate in style. Join Tiffany, Amanda and Jon as they chat about interesting things on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
What do we think of war stories in the gaming world? Join Tiffany and Steven as they discuss the nuances on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they explore romantic subplots on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Do we need more romance in video games? Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they explore the complications of this question on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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AKA Jon's birthday. What kind of shenanigans do we get up to? Find out on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The title speaks for itself, but here it is again. Do we need romance in our stories? Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they discuss their thoughts on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
You can't think of fantasy in anime without mentioning the beautiful works of studio Ghibli. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk fantasy in Ghibli on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Rotoscoping, colours, shading, and cool stories? Join Tiffany and Steven as they discuss Ralph Bakshi films and fantasy animation on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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What is Urban Fantasy? Do we like it? Keep a secret or have it out in the open? Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they talk about the intricacies of Urban Fantasy on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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How do we get to Star Wars from Lord of the Rings? Anything is possible. Join Tiffany, Jon, and Steven as they talk high fantasy on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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If you can't tell, Carole and Tuesday was one of our favourite animes of the last decade. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they chat about it and our upcoming 2020 schedule on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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The world of animation is expanding more and more each day. Will 2020 be where independent creators shine? Join Steven and Tiffany as they discuss, Netflix, Animation, and Coppa on the last episode of 2019.
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The holidays are upon us and we just couldn't pass up the opportunity to talk about our favourite Who. Join Steven and Tiffany as they discuss How The Grinch Stole Christmas on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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We've finally made it to our 100th episode! Join Tiffany and Steven as they reminisce on some of the highlights on this week's special episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Science Fiction and Fantasy often get lumped together in the same genre, but they are very different and deserve their own identities. Join Steven and Tiffany as they discuss the intertwining of genres on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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What are we working on? Join us for another check in on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Every story comes to an end eventually. Join Tiffany and Steven as they discuss finales on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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What's up with the DaVinci Code? Did the film hold up to the book? Join Tiffany, Jon, and Steven as they compare the works on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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It's been awhile since we've touched on horror so we thought we'd revisit. Join Tiffany and Steven as they talk horror on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Some shows just need a revisit. Join Tiffany and Steven as they re-examine Carole and Tuesday after completing the entirety of what Netflix has to offer (for now).
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The time has come to discuss one of the most well-known fighting games: Mortal Kombat. How were the movies? What's in store for the future? Find out on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Jon and Tiffany do an episode without Steven. What could go wrong? Listen in to find out on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Every once in a while we come across some great stories we just need to share. Like casual futuristic stories which verge on slice of life problems? Look no further, Carole and Tuesday is for you.
Join Tiffany and Steven as they gush about this new Netflix anime on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Some genres have strict rules, but just how strict are they really? Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they discuss this on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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What does a character arc look like? How do you push through to complete it in a satisfying way? Join Tiffany and Steven as they discuss these questions and more on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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The time has come to shine the spotlight on an anime which is both unique and memorable in more ways than one. Its grit and blunt storytelling style contrasts much of the anime out today. Join Tiffany and Steven as they discuss Black Lagoon on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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It's no secret that the crew of Pondo's Playground loves stories. It is the one constant which brings us all together. We love a 'Once Upon A Time' and thoroughly enjoy a good 'To Be Continued.' Join Tiffany and Steven as they reveal what tales they have been consuming lately on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Do you like audio dramas? So do we. Join Tiffany, Steven, Jon and special guests Amanda and Andrew in a post-session recording of our first Patreon exclusive audio drama.
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The English language has changed quite a bit through the years and there is no denying that the plays of William Shakespeare are some of the most influential pieces of literature today. Join Tiffany, Steven, and special guest Kella Campbell as they talk Shakespeare on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
It's no secret that the nineties were eccentric. With the wave of Pokemon in full motion, other Japanese properties were airing for the first time to western audiences. Join Tiffany, Steven, Jon, and special guest Kella Campbell as they discuss love, friendship, and giant mechas.
Join E.D.E. Bell as she reads an excerpt from her 10 part serial, Diamondsong. Want to learn more on this project? Follow the link to the kickstarter below.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/atthisarts/diamondsong/
Committing to releasing a serial every quarter is ambitious, but author E.D.E. Bell has been staying on schedule. Join Steven and Tiffany as they chat about Diamondsong and what it's like at the midway point of this ten part project.
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This week on Pondo's Playground, we explore the power of swagg and what we love to receive as a giveaway. Join Tiffany, Steven, Amanda, and special guest Kella Campbell as they talk freebies on this week's show.
Pondo's Playground Presents Alanna McFall reading chapter three from her debut novel The Traveling Triple-C Incorporeal Circus.
If you like ghosts, mimes, and road trips then you won't want to miss this.
Ghosts, a mime, and a road trip? Yes, such a book exists. Join Steven and Tiffany as they speak with author Alanna McFall about her debut novel The Traveling Triple-C Incorporeal Circus.
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Chelsea is determined to make it to her brother’s wedding. And she’s not going to let the fact that she’s been dead for two years stop her.
Joining with her mime friend from a New York City park and her ghostly mentor with forty years of afterlife under her belt, the three women set out on foot for San Francisco. Along the way, they are faced with joy, sorrow, and the haunting surprises of the open road. This humorous and lightly macabre journey explores relationships, personal burdens, and what it means to keep moving, even when your heartbeat has stopped.
Join Tiffany and Steven as they chat with special guest Gregory A. Wilson about story, writing process, and his upcoming graphic novels Icarus and Jellinek. This project is currently on Kickstarter and looks like it's going to be a good one. You won't want to miss out.
Follow the links below to learn more about the project.
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/atthisarts/icarus-0
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IcarusTheGraphicNovel/
What makes a good fight scene? That is the question we're seeking to answer on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
A constant on the 100 books one must read, Pride and Prejudice has stood the test of time and continues to be a story that people have at least heard of. The story of Elizabeth and Jane hold several themes which are just as important now as they were back then. Join Tiffany, Steven, and special guest Kella Campbell as they discuss Jane Austen and the importance of love on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
What happens when Steven and Tiff ramble all by themselves? Find out on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
This week we explore another 'What We're Watching/Reading/Playing' in the last little while. Join Steven, Jon, and Tiffany as they take a look at stories and talk about the Sandwich Nazi on this episode of Pondo's Playground.
Pondo's Playground proudly presents a reading of A Spatial Surprise by Symthasree Sarojini Koganti.
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Does art help tell the story? In the world of animation, the visual component is just as important as the script the story is built on. Join Steven, Jon and Tiffany as they discuss their opinions on the matter on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Please join Tiffany and Steven as they chat with Symthasree Sarojini Koganti, a 12-year-old author from Virginia. Her book, A Spatial Surprise, is set to release on May 14th.
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Life on Earth is struggling to continue. When a middle schooler, Sidra, is chosen to journey to the planet chosen for Earth’s repopulation, she learns that people-like beings already live there, including her new friend, Tara. The past between both civilizations is rekindled at the Earthlings’ arrival. The two girls, worried for both of their planets’ futures, take matters into their own hands.
A Spatial Surprise is an all-ages sci-fi novella about imagination, discovery, and big dreams. Written for middle grade readers, this tale, told by a 12-year-old author, holds just as much charm for adults or for families to read together.
This week on Pondo's Playground we present Atthis Arts' newest anthology, Five Minutes at Hotel Stormcove. Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they sit down with author E.D.E. Bell and discuss the concept, and the process of creating a multi-genre anthology where writers play and readers enjoy.
Release Date: May 7th 2019
Pre-orders now available.
Five Minutes at Hotel Stormcove is an eclectic collection of short stories and flash fiction.
Whether there's an incident at the front desk, something not quite right with the room, a bear stopping in for a beer, or a resolute robot revolt, lives change by the minute within the grounds, rooms, and corridors of the legendary Hotel Stormcove. Lovers meet, witches gather, friends connect, and those in need always find shelter.
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Written By T.J. Lockwood Read By Steven Duenas
Trigger Warning Story does contain references to domestic abuse.
In the aftermath of the moment, finding ways to cope is half the battle.
It is good to go back and revisit shows we watched in our youth. Sometimes we get to understand the material better. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they discuss Paranoia Agent on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
It is that time again: to see how well adaptations have stood when compared to the original material. Will the story suffer? Are our expectations just too high? Find out this week as we examine the live-action Resident Evil film series.
Written by T.J. Lockwood Read by Steven Duenas
The future is an uncertain place and disasters come when we least expect it, but one man was ready and now the world has changed.
Have we moved on or are we still lingering on the same shows? Find out on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Exploring video game adaptation stories can get scary, but what if one was decent? Good even... Join Steven, Jon, and Tiffany as they explore the 2006 adaptation of DOA on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
It's that time again when all of us at Pondo's Playground let you know what kind of stories we are consuming. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they maneuver your attention to some potentially hidden gems on this week's episode.
The 1900s were behind us and Y2K brought a slew of new anime over from the East. The genre was changing and so was the world's perspective on these new shows. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they discuss Anime at the turn of the century on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
As creatives, it is tough to stick with just one project at a time--especially when there are so many stories we want to tell. What is the crew of Pondo's Playground working on outside of the podcast? Tune in to find out.
Do all stories have the potential to translate well across multiple mediums? Join Jon, Steven and Tiffany as they take a look at Dragonball Evolution on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
As creative people, we do not just create, but consume as well. What are we currently watching/reading/playing/listening to? Find out on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The 90s were a strange time, but they did give us our first glimpse into modern anime. From Pokemon to Cowboy Bebop, this is when a new artform found prominance. Join Steven, Jon, and Tiffany as they discuss the anime of their childhood, in this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Written By T.J. Lockwood Read By Steven Duenas
When the results of a stress aptitude test determine everything from your name to your position in society, one should endeavour to do their best. Still, when your name is a number and you aren't sure what the future holds, sometimes the best course of action is to take a breath and count to three.
Stories have their main mediums; however, some have made the jump to another. This transition isn't always easy, and has the potential for greatness or disappointment. Join Tiffany, Steven, Jon, and Amanda as they weigh in after watching 1994's Street FIghter film, on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The creation of Pondo? The origins of our creativity? What stories are we following? Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon to find out on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
With a new year comes a new format to the show. Season 2 is filled with many plans and many specials. Join the crew as they begin the year with a subject near and dear to their hearts: 80s anime.
December 11th is fast approaching, and with it comes the release of Descent of Shadows by Ryanne Glenn. Join us as we explore the fantasy world she has created, on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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As the year comes to a close, the crew at Pondo's Playground has a few interesting subjects they wish to tackle. In this day and age, does sex really still sell as much as it used to? Join Jon, Steven and Tiffany as they attempt to explore this on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
As we enter the second half of the month, the conversations shift to some very important questions. There is no doubt that language is important in any story, but multiple ones? Hmm... Tune in and join Jon, Steven, and Tiffany as they explore the use of language in story on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
After last week's episode it was clear the crew needed help. Who did they call? Why, their marketing director of course! Join Tiffany, Steven, Jon, and guest host Amanda as she enlightens us on the mystery and crime genre on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The mystery genre has taken many forms over the years. Whether it is simple 'whodunits' or complex murder stories, there is no denying that the criminal mind has garnered a large audience across multiple mediums. Join Tiffany, Jon, and Steven as they try to unravel the mystery of the mystery genre.
Pondo's Playground is proud to present special guests Gabriel Craven and Mikayla Fawcett to help us continue our conversation on everything graphic narrative related. Both Gabriel and Mikayla founded Cannery Rat Comics in 2018 and work heavily in this medium.
Information on their work and future projects can be found here at http://canneryratcomics.ca/
The world of webcomics is full of range, and oftentimes requires a level of wit which challenges even the best of writers. Are they literature? Can they be considered an entire category of their own? Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they dive deep into the world of webcomics on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Superheroes have become a staple not just in comics, but also on the big screen as well. Their stories are often the most direct representation of good versus evil, but are these stories getting a little old?
Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they examine superhero stories on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Written by T.J. Lockwood Read by Steven Duenas
The world is shifting into much debate as robots are slowly being installed in entry level jobs. Maxwell is one such robot. As a bartender at Ginger's, his only job is to serve and listen. But when an incident causes Maxwell to frenzy, all eyes are on Ginger's and with what is to happen next.
Third perspn gaming provides more than just a change in perspective. The narratives are often filled with choices and the players choice of good and evil is theirs and theirs alone. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they explore another perspective of gaming on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The world of Video Games has just as much narrative in their stories as novels and movies. They must be compelling to keep gamers interested; or does it? Join Steven, Jon, and Tiffany as they explore the importance of story in gameplay on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Written by T.J. Lockwood Read by Steven Duenas
An unexpected skirmish arises in Ossetia which leads to the creation of a warzone in a rural area. The days grow shorter, and as time goes on, survival becomes more and more uncertain.
Every family has a secret or two, and the Fields family is no different. Art thievery, a former writer, and a strange villain are just a few things one will encounter in this story.
Join Jon, Steven, and Tiffany along with special guest Andre Gress as they talk about this story and future projects on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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The world of Anime is one of imagination and discovery. The stories found there are equal parts interesting, strange, and imaginitive. Join Steven and Tiffany as they talk about Anime, in this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The world of video games will always have a special place in our hearts. Their brief escapist adventures keep us captivated and show us worlds we probably never would have imagined. Join Tiffany and Steven as they gush about their childhood on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Sometimes we just need to get some things off our chests and let the whole world know exactly what it is we love. Join Jon, Steven, and Tiffany as they gush about some of their favourite things on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Fanfiction challenge: Sword Art Online
Written and Read by Steven Duenas
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Fanfiction Challenge: Cowboy Bebop
Written By Jon Siniecki Read by Steven Duenas
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Fanfiction Challence: Harry Potter
Written by T.J. Lockwood Read by Steven Duenas
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The end of the month is one of reflection, and fanfiction has provided us much to talk about. Characters will always live on with the fans. Join Jon, Steven, and Tiffany as they give their final thoughts on fanfiction.
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Written and Read by Kella Campbell
Is it overreacting to knock someone down for groping you? Nell Whelan is a black belt whose self-protective instincts kick in hard when she's uncomfortable. Then she arrives at her hated day job to find the handsome jerk who took flirting too far kicking the photocopier, and finds out that he looks familiar because he's actually the bass player for a famous rock band — but when she asks him what he's doing working for her boss, he avoids answering. Eamonn "Easy" Yarrow has done some bad stuff and he's reaping the consequences, but maybe Nell is just what he needs to turn his life around.
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The stigma around Fanfiction is very real and has been around for a pretty long time. What is it about this kind of story which makes readers shy to admit that it is something they enjoy reading?
Join Steven, Jon, Tiffany, and special guest Margret, as they dive deeper into the world of Fanfiction and try to figure out the stigma.
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The realm of fanfiction is as diverse as all genres in storytelling. It is the sector which continues to tell stories long after they have ended. Written by fans, for fans, they explore absolutely everything left obscure in canon. Join Steven, Jon, and Tiffany as they discuss the many areas of fanfiction in this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Written by T.J. Lockwood Read by Steven Duenas
Love is and always will be complicated, especially in a world where the population is so divided. For Jameson and Teresa, a marriage is more than the here and now. He's ruthless and she's restless, but somehow they keep coming back to each other.
A companion piece to Violent Skies.
The young adult genre is still climbing in popularity, add in some romance and this begs for discussion. Join Tiffany, Steven, Jon, and returning guest Kella Campbell as they talk YA, Romance, and how they mesh together in this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Pondo's Playground proudly presents a reading with fantasy author E.D.E. Bell.
You can find more of her work at https://www.edebell.com/
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This week's episode of Pondo's Playground features fantasy author E.D.E. Bell. She's a former engineer, a mom of three, and a superfan of garlic. Her stories are a refreshing take on the fantasy genre, and everyone loved having her on the show.
Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they dig into some fantasy with an author who writes about everything from dragons to magic.
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Romance is a delicate subject, one which is hard for all three of our hosts to stay on topic with. The crew had to call in the cavalry just to keep our thoughts on track.
Join Steven, Jon, and Tiffany with special guest Kella Campbell as they attempt to discuss romance on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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There are some days when all there is are tangents and fun times. June is romance month, and it is clear that the crew at Pondo's Playground needs some help. Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they try to decipher the romance genre without the help of Kella Campbell.
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Fast Glass
Written and Read by T.J. Lockwood
From the As Told By Things Anthology by Atthis Arts.
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As Told by Things is a lighthearted, multi-genre collection of short stories and flash fiction, each told from the perspective of an inanimate object. Fun, witty, and full of charm, As Told by Things will capture your imagination—as well as your heart.
What objects do you think have stories to tell?
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After finishing our discussions on characters we couldn't pass up the opportunity to speak with E.D.E. Bell about Atthis Arts' upcoming anthology. With its launch just around the corner we decided to sit down and talk about how characters are not just anyone but also anything as well.
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Sometimes people unknowingly make choices which affect more than just themselves. The world continues on, but the consequences of those actions resonate for everyone involved.
Written by Jon Siniecki Read by Steven Duenas
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Heroes and Villains have been at odds since stories were first told to an audience. Their roles are definite and true, but what of the heroes who don't walk in the light all the time, and of the villains who have a bit of a heart?
Join Steven, Jon, and Tiffany as they talk about what it means to be a hero in this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Creating characters can be a delicate balancing act that many writers may find difficult to navigate. One must always be careful not to wander into the world of cliches. Join Steven, Jon, and Tiffany as they talk about tropes and token characters on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
There is no doubt that a story is nothing without its characters. They are the ones who move the plot forward and deal with the conflict head on. Join Tiffany, Jon, and Steven as they discuss what makes for good characters on this week"s episode of Pondo's Playground.
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University Island is the most coveted school in the Kaltamer Isles. The students there are known as the world's best and brightest when it comes to technological study. To Caltros and Sintella, this is a step towards their future, but this year is different. The focus of the school is shifting. Will Caltros and Sintella see innovation for what it is? Or will they wish they just stayed home?
Written by T.J. Lockwood and Jon Siniecki Read by Steven Duenas
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Steampunk is, without a doubt, a genre of its own. From brass pipes and valves to gigantic airships and victorian clothing, there is no mistaking the aesthetic. Join Steven, Jon, and Tiffany as they deliver their final thoughts on the genre on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The journey to understanding steampunk has lead to the importance of technology. What defines the genre is more than just steam and gears. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they explore the many sub-genre cousins of steampunk on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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Storytelling often asks the big "what if" questions and brings them to life in scenes, characters and dialogue. What if the industrial age never ended? What if brass on clothing was the norm? What if steam beat out electricity? Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they jump in and explore the Steampunk genre on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
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This month's dramatic reading brings the reader to a fantasy world where magic is dangerous and laws are absolute. Join Steven as he reads The Crimson Flag by T.J. Lockwood, the prologue to an exciting new project coming soon in the summer of 2018.
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Choosing the Point of View of a story is one of the first things determined by a writer before the story even begins. Who tells a story is just as important as how it is told. What is omitted is just as important as what the narrator knows.
Join Steven, Jon, and Tiffany as they discuss the effects of POV on narrative in this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The setting of a story is just as important as its plot and characters. It is often the writer's first decision when outlining and serves as the backbone to the words on the page. Join Jon, Steven, and Tiffany as they talk about the importance of setting and how it affects the story as a whole.
Stories can bring us to worlds both foreign and familiar. From the moment they begin. there are many components at work which strive to create and maintain a connection to the audience, but what makes a good story?
Tune in with Tiffany, Steven, Jon, and special guest Kella Campbell as they attempt to answer that question on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
The 90s were a strange time, and all in all the crew at Pondo's Playground came out of that decade relatively unscathed. Pokemon cards were all the rage, Pogs ruled the school yard, and Zelda was in its prime.
Join Tiffany, Jon, and Steven as they discuss a few of their favourite things from that time and reminisce on some of their best childhood memories.
Pondo's Playground Presents: Old World Ruins, New World Blues a horror duology written by Jon Siniecki and T.J. Lockwood, and read by Steven Duenas.
Part 1: Old World Ruins Written by T.J. Lockwood
Liz and Todd are local students who find themselves running from a terrifying creature after a cosmic ritual proves to have been successful. Whether they are aware or not, their attempts at survival will not only shape the present, but the future as well.
Part 2: New World Blues Written by Jon Siniecki Edited by T.J. Lockwood
Sam and Travis have become accustomed survival. After an event of unknown origin brought forth creatures of murderous instinct, the world went to hell in a heartbeat. Now, as the final members of their group have met their end, each one of them have to decide the best way to carry on.
The world of Horror has been home to many monsters from this dimension along with many others as well. These beings can seem otherworldy and have origins bound in more than a little mystery.
Join Steven, Jon, and Tiffany as they explore the unknown beings who haunt us in this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Happy Valentine's day, everyone! February 14th comes once a year and with it, a super special episode of Pondo's Playground. Romance is a genre which can feel both foreign, familiar, and comes with a few writing rules. The art of relationships can be just as complicated on the page as off of it.
Join special guest host and romance author Kella Campbell as she educates Tiffany, Steven, and Jon on the nuances of the genre and gets ready to launch her debut novel, Rock Star's Heart, on February 28th.
Pondo's Playground proudly presents Rock Star's Heart, a romance novel by Kella Campbell.
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When a twist of fate throws university student Crys Murphy into an unexpected job on tour with a wildly successful rock band, her crush on the guitarist turns into powerful temptation. But there’s a dark side to the glamour and champagne: Blade has anger and addiction issues, a history of partying with groupies, and a tendency to get naked in public — and Crys is supposed to keep him out of trouble.
As she gets to know the talented and lonely man behind the bad boy behavior, the chemistry between them wavers on the edge of something deeper. But he doesn’t do relationships, and she grew up expecting a white-picket-fence future. Can he reform and open his heart to love? Will she give up her straitlaced upbringing for her troubled rock star?
Horror hosts a variety of subgenres. Among them are creatures and murderers whose soul objective is to hunt down and kill the heroes of the story.
Join Steven, Jon, and Tiffany as they talk about surviving in an environment where everything wants to kill you on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
Horror is a genre which is both complex and always changing. It includes everything from the supernatural, gratuitous gore, and all the monsters which crawl in between.
Join Steven, Tiffany, and Jon as they take a look at the world of darkness and jump scares on this week's episode of Pondo's Playground.
After one month of intense Sci Fi discussion, Pondo's Playground presents its first dramatic reading.
Clockwork Villains by T.J. Lockwood is the story of a world where a citizen's societal worth determines whether or not they earn a ticket on the MagTrain, the only vehicle capable of transporting people to RigMire, one of the twelve flying cities. There will be storms, holograms, and even innovations on the journey, but one thing is certain; not everything is better up in the skies.
Every Science Fiction story serves as a gateway into new worlds of futuristic cities, space exploration, and even robotic life. Even with these vast settings, the stories are nothing without their innovations and their antagonists. Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they examine their favourite tech and villains within the Science Fiction genre.
In a world of laser swords, super fast space ships, and extraterrestrial exploration one must wonder just how this is possible. How much science is necessary for a story in the science fiction genre to be believable? Join Tiffany, Steven and Jon as they attempt to answer this question in episode two of Pondo's Playground: The Degree of Science.
The world of Science Fiction encompasses a wide range of sub-genres from Cyberpunk, Dystopia and beyond. It has evolved and changed through the decades, been the gateway for a variety of messages and been the vehicle which questions technology's place in mankind's future. Like space ships? Cybernetics? Alien encounters?
Join Tiffany, Steven, and Jon as they discuss the evolution of science fiction on the first episode of Pondo's Playground.