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John Scalzi

Science fiction author and podcast host

John Scalzi is an American science fiction author, blogger, and podcaster. He is best known for his Old Man's War series and his blog, Whatever. Scalzi has won numerous awards for his writing, including three Hugo Awards. He is also a popular podcast host, having hosted several shows including The Big Idea and Whatever Podcast. Scalzi is a vocal advocate for science fiction and fantasy in popular culture.

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Let's All Write "Resistance Fiction"Truth Jihad RadioJan 4, 20261:11:24HostCan't Fix Chicago StupidThe Derek Hunter PodcastAug 27, 202526:38HostMurderbot - S01E08 - Foreign ObjectThe LorehoundsJun 28, 202551:34Host3x Hugo Finalist!Hugos There PodcastApr 8, 20251:09HostOld Man’s War, by John Scalzi (with guest Tony [redacted])Hugos There PodcastMar 1, 202550:04Guest2000 Plus - The Rocket And The SkullFuture Worlds RadioSep 28, 202427:37GuestThe Wheel of Time - Season 2 Wrap-upThe LorehoundsOct 13, 20232:00:46HostThe Wheel of Time - S02E06 - Eyes Without PityThe LorehoundsSep 22, 20232:23:05HostFoundation - S02E10 - Creation MythsThe LorehoundsSep 15, 20231:34:06HostThe Wheel of Time - S02E05 - DamaneThe LorehoundsSep 15, 20232:23:59HostFoundation - S02E09 - Long Ago, Not Far AwayThe LorehoundsSep 8, 20231:42:57GuestThe Wheel of Time - S02E01 - A Taste of SolitudeThe LorehoundsSep 1, 20231:40:51HostFoundation - S02E04 - Where the Stars Are Scattered ThinlyThe LorehoundsAug 4, 20231:58:03GuestFoundation - S02E02 - A Glimpse of DarknessThe LorehoundsJul 21, 20231:49:05HostFoundation - S02E01 - In Seldon's ShadowThe LorehoundsJul 18, 20231:35:59HostDo Authorities Have To Write?The Business of AuthorityMar 6, 202332:25HostThe Value Of BrandThe Business of AuthorityJul 13, 202041:25HostTime Traveling Shills #9Hello From The Magic TavernNov 19, 20192:44Guest