
The Skiffy and Fanty Show 4x Hugo Finalist podcast covering a wide range of science fiction, fantasy, and horror content from interviews and genre discussions to movie reviews and a monthly *bad* movie review (for the lolz). The show is also a 3x finalist for the Hugo Award for Best Fancast. Not too shabby, eh? If you want to find out more about us and our other shows, go to skiffyandfanty.com!
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 301 | Founded | 16 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsTV & FilmBooks | |||

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Skiffy & Fanty promises all kinds of fun shenanigans from in-depth author interviews, book and movie reviews, general discussion of sci-fi/fantasy and my personal favorite,
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Skiffy & Fanty promises all kinds of fun shenanigans from in-depth author interviews, book and movie reviews, general discussion of sci-fi/fantasy and my personal favorite—come for the content, stay for the laughs!!
The Skiffy and Fanty show is an opinionated look at genre from two fans, Jen Zink and Shaun Duke. Their bread and butter are interviews with genre figures as well as their well-developed banter between them. The hosts are long time friends and have a distinct ease and comfort as they go back and forth on everything from Pixar films to women. There is a distinct political edge and viewpoint to their work which they normally leave for their political podcast, but sometimes leaks into this one as... more
The hosts of the Skiffy and Fanty Show podcast, highlight all aspects of science fiction, fantasy and more in this can’t miss podcast! The hosts and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!
S&F is a really fun show all about the world of science fiction. I really appreciate that they take the time to actually talk to the creators of the works they're discussing. This gives it a unique touch that's hard to emulate on other scifi podcasts.
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Apple Podcasts | #158 |
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Featuring a blend of genre discussions, author interviews, movie reviews, and humorous critiques of notoriously 'bad' films, this show embraces the vast landscape of science fiction, fantasy, and horror. The hosts enjoy engaging conversations that reflect both their passion for genre media and their insights into the cultural implications of the works they discuss. With a focus on variety, listeners can expect entertaining banter, thoughtful critiques, and a wealth of content that caters to fans seeking depth and humor in their listening experience. Notably, the show has received multiple Hugo nominations, positioning it as a well-respected voice within the community.
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Recent guests on The Skiffy and Fanty Show include:
1. Martha Wells
2. Sophie Burnham
3. Thomas Ha
4. Jason Sanford
5. Dr. Susana M. Morris
6. Jennifer Brozek
7. Johanna van Veen
8. Kate Elliott
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