Imaginary Worlds (podcast)

Imaginary Worlds
Presentation
Hosted byEric Molinsky
Genre
FormatAudio
LanguageEnglish
UpdatesBi-weekly
Length15-30 mins.
Production
Audio formatMP3
No. of episodes167
Publication
Original releaseSeptember 10, 2014 –
present
ProviderIndependent
Related
Websitewww.imaginaryworldspodcast.org

Imaginary Worlds is an episodic science fiction and fantasy podcast that deconstructs the genres and their themes.

History

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

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

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

References

  1. ^ "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.
  2. ^ 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.
  3. ^ 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.
  4. ^ 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.
  5. ^ 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.
  6. ^ Moore, Ben (November 4, 2020). "The Best Podcasts for 2020". PCMag UK. Archived from the original on February 3, 2021. Retrieved March 7, 2021.
  7. ^ 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.
  8. ^ 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.
  9. ^ "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.
  10. ^ 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.
  11. ^ 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.