Imaginary Worlds (podcast)
Imaginary Worlds | |
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Presentation | |
Hosted by | Eric Molinsky |
Genre | |
Format | Audio |
Language | English |
Updates | Bi-weekly |
Length | 15-30 mins. |
Production | |
Audio format | MP3 |
No. of episodes | 167 |
Publication | |
Original release | September 10, 2014 – present |
Provider | Independent |
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Website | www |
Imaginary Worlds is an episodic science fiction and fantasy podcast that deconstructs the genres and their themes.
History
[edit]Podcast creator and host Eric Molinsky worked in public radio at WNYC and NPR, but was drawn to podcasting because of the freedom it provided the host.[1][2] Molinsky deconstructs fantasy and science fiction stories and examines the real-world influences and implications.[3][4]
Format
[edit]The podcast releases content on a bi-weekly basis and is an interview style or talk show format.[5][2] The podcast format has been described as documentary style or a non-fiction analysis of fictional works.[6][7]
Reception
[edit]Imaginary Worlds was on the 2016 list of best podcasts published by Business Insider.[8] The podcast was also a 2017 top pick by The Christian Science Monitor.[9] Charles Pulliam-Moore of Gizmodo included the podcast on a list of ten sci-fi and fantasy podcasts.[10] Miranda Sawyer of The Guardian recommended the podcast saying that "Eric Molinsky is a clever and generous host who knows his stuff, and, at their heart, these shows explore just why we need and want worlds that don't exist."[11]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Like Sci-Fi and NPR? Try These Podcasts". Wired. Condé Nast. September 9, 2017. ISSN 1059-1028. Archived from the original on November 12, 2020. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ a b Liptak, Andrew (February 18, 2018). "Imaginary Worlds Is the Slick, Deep-Dive Podcast Sci-FI and Fantasy Fans Need to Hear". The Verge. Vox Media. Archived from the original on February 2, 2021. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ Joho, Jess (November 6, 2020). "The Best Podcasts for Relieving Stress, Distracting Yourself, or Taking a Break". Mashable. Archived from the original on January 16, 2021. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ McDonald, Glenn (May 15, 2016). "Podcast Lovers, Don't Miss These Top Shows". The Palm Beach Post. pp. F10. Archived from the original on August 27, 2021. Retrieved August 27, 2021.
- ^ Martin, Emily (May 11, 2020). "Science Fiction Podcasts: 15 You Can Listen to Right Now". Book Riot. Archived from the original on February 9, 2021. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ Moore, Ben (November 4, 2020). "The Best Podcasts for 2020". PCMag UK. Archived from the original on February 3, 2021. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ Williams, Wil (August 3, 2018). "7 Fantasy Podcasts Beyond "The Adventure Zone"". Discover Pods. Archived from the original on January 24, 2020. Retrieved March 12, 2021.
- ^ Letzter, Rafi (April 21, 2016). "These Are the Best Podcasts You Should Be Listening to Right Now". Business Insider. Archived from the original on April 9, 2019. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ "Top Picks: 'SNL' Set Change, the Podcast 'Imaginary Worlds,' and More". Christian Science Monitor. January 20, 2017. ISSN 0882-7729. Archived from the original on May 26, 2017. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ Pulliam-Moore, Charles (April 10, 2020). "10 Sci-Fi and Fantasy Podcasts That Will Give Your Ears and Mind a Treat". io9. Archived from the original on February 25, 2021. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
- ^ Sawyer, Miranda (October 28, 2018). "The Week in Radio and Podcasts: 1xtra's Rap Show; Jo Whiley and Simon Mayo; Imaginary Worlds; Podlitical". The Guardian. Archived from the original on March 24, 2020. Retrieved March 7, 2021.