Swords & Starships
Join Brittney and Joshua, broadcasting from the Coos Bay Public Library, as they chat about their favorite Fantasy and Science Fiction reads, play games, debate movies, gush over fandoms and recommend books to readers!
Episodes
141 episodes
Short: Spooky Movie Taglines!
Get ready to test your horror movie knowledge! 🎃🕸️ In this week's episode, we're guessing some of the spookiest movie taglines—can you beat us at our own game? 😱👻 Tune in if you dare... and see if you can guess them all! 🎧💀This is our la...
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The Mummy (1999) Review
Well, it's the last full episode of the season! Brittney and Joshua have chosen end the year with a bang by reviewing The Mummy (1999)! Join us for eye-candy, face-storms, and ill-conceived curses!We reviewed:
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Monster Romance!
Today's episode was partially recorded on Zoom and pre-edited. We apologize for any Zoom-caused garbling!Get ready for a spine-tingling crossover! 🎙️📚 Swords & Starships is teaming up with The Free Bin podcast to explore the wild al...
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Spooky Reads 2024
📚✨ Get ready for some spine-tingling tales! In our latest episode, we dive into Someone You Can Build a Nest In by John Wiswell and The Reformatory by Tananarive Due. Join us as we unravel the chills, thrills, and deeper meanings lurking in the...
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Short Swords: Zombie or Robot Apocalypse
THE END IS NIGH!! Well ... not entirely nigh but in the interest of choosing which inevitable dumpster fire is to be our last, Brittney and Joshua have asked the public whether they would survive a Zombie or Robot Apocalypse.
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Mad Scientists
Mad scientists, monstrous creations, and moral dilemmas—oh my! 🧪⚡️ In our latest podcast episode, we dive into M is for Monster by Talia Dutton and Vicious by V.E. Schwab. Get ready for a thrilling discussion on what happens when science goes t...
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Geeky Joy
Today’s episode is all about enjoying the little things. What’s been bringing you joy recently? 🌞Things We Mentioned:
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Labyrinth (1986) Movie Review
Join us on a nostalgic journey through the Goblin King's maze as we review the cult classic Labyrinth! 🧩✨ Whether you're a longtime fan or new to this magical world, our latest podcast episode dives deep into the enchanting characters, unforget...
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Rerun: Libraries and Censorship
🎙️ On this week's episode, we dive into our library's policies on censorship and acquisitions. Join us as we explore how we navigate these critical issues to ensure diverse voices are heard. 📚✨ Plus, get ready for our Banned Book Trivia event i...
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I Read It For the Cover
In this episode of Swords & Starships, we embark on a thrilling literary adventure, discussing two captivating books that caught our eye with their stunning covers. Join us as we delve into "Five Broken Blades" by Mai Corland, ...
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Short: What's That (Movie) Sound?!
Think you know your movies? Tune in and test your skills by guessing this iconic soundbite! 🕵️♂️🔍 Can you identify the film from just a few seconds of audio? 🎥🔊Join us for some suspenseful fun and see if you're a true movie buff! ✨<...
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Indigenous Authors
This week, we're diving into the imaginative worlds crafted by Indigenous authors in the sci-fi and fantasy genres. 🌟✨ Join us as we explore their unique narratives, rich cultural perspectives, and the magical realms they create. 🌍📚 <...
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Short: Privacy in the Library
Today, we're diving deep into an important topic: Privacy in the Library. 🕵️♂️📖 Join us as we discuss with 2 guests: 🔹 The importance of protecting patron data . 🔹 How libraries handle privacy...
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Cults!
No one belongs here more than you. The only thing is, once you're in we can't let you leave ... Brittney and Joshua share two of their favorite books that feature wacky and insidious cults!Brittney's Pick:
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Short: Video Games With Bret!
Join Brittney and Joshua as they pick Bret's brain about video games!Bret’s Pick: ANIMAL WELL Joshua’s Pick: Hades II
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Books That Made Us Laugh
In this episode, we're reviewing some of the funniest reads in the genre that will have you laughing out loud from start to finish. 😂📖 From anxious robots to talking animals, we've got you covered! 🎧 Tune in now on your favorite pod...
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Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) Movie Review
🎙️ We're Back! 🎙️ Swords & Starships is in full swing with today's movie review: Terminator 2 (1991). Whether you're a die-hard fan or a first-time viewer, our in-depth review is packed with insights and (questionable?) opinions that you wo...
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Read with PRIDE! 2024
Summer's on the way but we still have lots of reading to do! June is not only the first month of the sunniest season, it's also Pride! Brittney and Joshua share their favorite books of 2024 with LGBTQIA+ protagonists.Ride that rainbow, ...
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Short: Underwater Taglines
🌊 Join us as we explore the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy underwater movies, guessed solely by their taglines! 🚀💦Things We Mentioned
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The Terminator (1984) Movie Review
It's a blast from the past as we dive into the timeless classic, "The Terminator" (1984)! 🤖🔥 Expect nostalgia, analysis, and maybe even a few Terminator impressions thrown in for good measure! 😉 Tune in now on your favo...
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What's that Sound?! Do-over!
Brittney and Joshua play another game of "What's that Sound?!"Try and guess this film oriented sound clip!Things we talk about:Here's the video Brittney and Br...
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ALIENS! Again
The aliens have returned! Brittney and Joshua share some more of their favorite ETs in fiction!Brittney's pick
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Rerun: Hoopla Gods and Interlibrary Loan Ghosts
This is a callback from our first season in 2021!Brittney and Joshua review two books they got through the library's interlibrary loan program and the streaming service Hoopla. Both of these services are free so long as you have a libra...
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