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In Other Worlds
Jessica Worgo
7 episodes
4 hours ago
A Marine reborn as a Witcher-style hunter. A hedge mage who becomes a dungeon troll and teaches NPCs to wake up. A virtual reality MMO where there are real stakes and consequences once the real world ends. A hungover everyman who turns the Backrooms into a lifeline with a map, a store, and a mimic dog made of blue croc material. James Hunter joins us to unpack how systems, stakes, and humor drive four wildly different LitRPG series and why readers keep craving bigger, stranger worlds. Enjoye...
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A Marine reborn as a Witcher-style hunter. A hedge mage who becomes a dungeon troll and teaches NPCs to wake up. A virtual reality MMO where there are real stakes and consequences once the real world ends. A hungover everyman who turns the Backrooms into a lifeline with a map, a store, and a mimic dog made of blue croc material. James Hunter joins us to unpack how systems, stakes, and humor drive four wildly different LitRPG series and why readers keep craving bigger, stranger worlds. Enjoye...
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In Other Worlds
Troll Armies, Virtual Reality, and the Backrooms - Now With Meat Ice Cream
A Marine reborn as a Witcher-style hunter. A hedge mage who becomes a dungeon troll and teaches NPCs to wake up. A virtual reality MMO where there are real stakes and consequences once the real world ends. A hungover everyman who turns the Backrooms into a lifeline with a map, a store, and a mimic dog made of blue croc material. James Hunter joins us to unpack how systems, stakes, and humor drive four wildly different LitRPG series and why readers keep craving bigger, stranger worlds. Enjoye...
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2 days ago
1 hour 43 minutes

In Other Worlds
From Dungeon Cores to Tennis Courts
Ever wondered what happens when you blend dungeon cores, tennis matches, wild west gunslingers, and competitive Magic: The Gathering into one creative mind? Journey with us as we sit down with Ryn, writing as Jonathan Smidt, the versatile author behind multiple LitRPG series including Elemental Dungeon, Dungeon Corps Online, Aced, Resonance, and Flamespitter. Smidt's creative journey began unexpectedly when Portal Books approached her after reading her young adult fantasy on Wattpad. Despite...
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1 month ago
1 hour 1 minute

In Other Worlds
Dragons, Decks, and Deadlines: Inside Timothy McGowen's Creative Process
Timothy McGowen doesn't just write books – he crafts entire universes. Dragonstone Academy represents McGowan's unique approach to worldbuilding through its innovative card-based magic system. Rather than conveniently giving his protagonist the perfect ability for each situation, McGowan created actual physical card decks, shuffled them, and let random draws determine the character's options during pivotal moments. This constraint forced organic problem-solving that makes the combat in the b...
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3 months ago
1 hour 9 minutes

In Other Worlds
Crafting Cozy Fantasy with SL Rowland
Step into the magical worlds of SL Rowland as we explore the heartwarming charm of cozy fantasy and the exciting realms of LitRPG. From halfling vineyards to blood mages struggling with chronic pain, Rowland crafts stories that feel like coming home—even when dragons and adventure lurk around the corner. Our conversation begins with "Halfling's Harvest," the third book in Rowland's Tales of Aedrea series, where we meet Marigold, proprietor of the Dew Drop Vineyard and Inn during the annual H...
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4 months ago
56 minutes

In Other Worlds
#2: Blood, Magic, and Conquest
Step into a world where power comes at the ultimate price with Alex Knight, author of "Servant of Rage" and the upcoming goblin comedy "Wriggly Little Hands." Alex brings us a mesmerizing fantasy world inspired by Mongolian horse nomads, featuring a magic system where killing transfers power from victim to victor. The author shares fascinating insights about character development, explaining the complex relationships between three brothers who rediscover ancient magic. Alex embr...
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5 months ago
58 minutes

In Other Worlds
Episode 1: TJ Lombardi
On this premiere episode of In Other Worlds podcast, TJ takes us through his creative journey from concept to publication. Blending the nostalgic warmth of Pokemon with the mech battles of Pacific Rim and Gundam, Golem Master represents something unique in his catalog. Unlike his darker Dying Breed and Scalpel Chronicles series, this young adult adventure aims for accessibility without sacrificing emotional depth. "I wanted a story that a dad and his son could listen to while driving on a fis...
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5 months ago
54 minutes

In Other Worlds
In Other Worlds trailer
Podcast trailer for In Other Worlds: A LitRPG, Gamelit, and Fantasy podcast. Every other week, your host Jess will be sitting down with the authors and audiobook narrators that bring these epic tales to life. You can find everything In Other Worlds at www.iowpod.com or on socials: Tiktok Youtube Facebook You can also subscribe to my newsletter to stay up to date on new LitRPG, GameLit, and Fantasy releases and be updated when new episodes launch via iowpod.com
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6 months ago

In Other Worlds
A Marine reborn as a Witcher-style hunter. A hedge mage who becomes a dungeon troll and teaches NPCs to wake up. A virtual reality MMO where there are real stakes and consequences once the real world ends. A hungover everyman who turns the Backrooms into a lifeline with a map, a store, and a mimic dog made of blue croc material. James Hunter joins us to unpack how systems, stakes, and humor drive four wildly different LitRPG series and why readers keep craving bigger, stranger worlds. Enjoye...