The Parsec Awards A Celebration of Speculative Fiction Podcasting

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Podcast / feed author: Chris Lester

description: A sci-fi/fantasy podcast series created by Chris Lester • New episodes on alternate Sundays at 12:01 AM EDT

Recent Episodes:

• Bonus: The Longest Interview EVER! :) released on Sun, 05/11/2008 - 04:04
John Hollywood (www.xanga.com/briarsxinxmyxsoul) sat down with me recently for a very thoughtful, in-depth interview with lots of insightful questions. Unfortunately, we were plagued with the Skype Connection From Hell, so we had numerous stops and starts before finally giving up and recording our questions and answers separately. What resulted was an interview that I hope was [...]
• Promo: Come see PG & Mur in person! released on Fri, 05/09/2008 - 13:31
The Raleigh Write 2 Publish Meetup Group is putting together a panel on Saturday, May 17th entitled “Podcasting, Blogs, and Self-Publishing: New Ways to Reach Audiences with Your Book.” Two proud citizens of Metamor will be appearing as guests at this panel: the mighty Mur Lafferty and my arch-nemesis P.G. Holyfield. If you’re going to [...]
• Bonus: New Cover Art! released on Wed, 05/07/2008 - 04:10
Hey there, Metamorphs! By now you’ve probably noticed the website’s new look — but did you also notice the new cover art at the About Metamor City page? Here we see David Silverleaf and Kathryn Kitaen, MCPD detectives, investigating a crime scene on the Street. David keeps an eye out for trouble while Kate prepares an [...]
• MCP 017 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 09 released on Sat, 05/03/2008 - 22:06
Girls’ Night Out! Get ready for one wild evening as Eva shows Daniel how to party — androgyne style! Hold on to your hats… WARNING: This episode contains mature themes, adult language, and strong sexual content. It’s not suitable for children. Listener discretion is advised. Cast: Eva Selindi — Philippa Ballantine Danni Sharabi — Sara Lloyd Jared Tamlin — [...]
• Bonus - Interview with Tea and Chat (TAC #1) released on Mon, 04/28/2008 - 22:56
Through the magic of Skype, I sat down with Irish Metamorph Stephen Kilbride for Episode One of his Tea and Chat podcast. Listen as we discuss the origins of Metamor City, the challenges and joys of working with voice actors, and my advice for new authors — as well as a few surprise questions that [...]
• Bonus - Interview with Wander Radio (WNDR #27) released on Sat, 04/26/2008 - 20:05
Continuing my virtual press junket as we head toward Balticon, I had a great chat with Jack Hosley of Wander Radio (109.9 WNDR, almost on your radio dial!). Listen as he asks me about blending genres, podcasting while writing, working with a small army of voice actors, and where I see the world of [...]
• MCP 016 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 08 released on Sun, 04/20/2008 - 01:17
As the telepaths lay one of their own to rest, Daniel makes a choice that will have a dramatic impact on his future. Much to his surprise, he then has a run-in with one of his erstwhile partners, who has some ideas that could change Daniel’s life even more dramatically. Plugging for Charity: Metamor City listener [...]
• Bonus - Interview with Podiomedia Chat (PMC 03-07) released on Fri, 04/18/2008 - 13:59
Chris Moody of Podiomedia Chat interviewed me about Metamor City. Thanks for the opportunity, Chris!
• MCP 015 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 07 released on Sun, 04/06/2008 - 05:01
In the aftermath of the mission, the telepaths mourn their losses, Victor reaps his rewards, and Miriam makes an unsettling discovery… Plugging for Charity: Metamor City listener Nick Robinson is riding his bike across the UK to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society — go to jogleforalzheimers.blogspot.com to help out. Metamor T-Shirt Pre-orders: If you’d like a [...]
• The Metamor City Podcast Remembers Joe released on Tue, 04/01/2008 - 11:24
Tee Morris of the Joe Murphy Memorial Fund put together this episode in honor of Joe, who passed away one year ago today after a short but intense battle with leiomyosarcoma. These are the reflections, the memories, and the considerations of people from around the world who called Joe Murphy “friend”… Chris Lester (Detroit, Michigan) Brad Bowyer (Louisville, [...]
• MCP 014 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 06 released on Sun, 03/23/2008 - 05:01
Fiona and Callie face off for control of the vampire syndicate’s mysterious package. Plus, the reason for Victor’s collusion with the vampires is revealed! Cast: Brian Sommers — Bryan Watson Sasha King — Dani Cutler Fiona hin’Connaill — Christiana Ellis Trace Umbara — Donte Taylor Callie Linder — Beq Vyper Victor hin’Kavos — Bill Bowman Police Officer — Paulette Vallad Eva Selindi — Philippa [...]
• MCP 013 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 05 released on Sun, 03/09/2008 - 05:01
It’s spy vs. spy as Daniel’s team acquires the package and Del and Trace try to steal it! Who will prevail — and what will it cost them? Cast: Victor hin’Kavos — Bill Bowman Crew Chief — Indiana Jim Del Matthews — Nobilis Trace Umbara — Donte Taylor Sasha King — Dani Cutler Brian Sommers — Bryan Watson Cargo Tender Synth-Voice — Paulette [...]
• MCP 012 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 04 released on Sun, 02/24/2008 - 05:01
Daniel and Brian head to the skyport on their respective missions, unaware that they are pursuing the same package. Will Daniel’s team get their mysterious parcel to safety, or will Brian and his team succeed in stealing it? And will they discover their predicament before tragedy strikes? Cast: Callie Linder — Beq Vyper Evan Selindi — Tee Morris Train [...]
• MCP 011 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 03 released on Sun, 02/10/2008 - 05:01
Daniel and Victor meet their fellow operatives for the upcoming smuggling job, including one whom Metamorphs will find familiar. Then the action switches to the Sommers breeding cell, where Brian, Fiona, Sasha and Rebecca are about to have their peaceful home life disturbed by an unexpected guest. Cast: Victor hin’Kavos — Bill Bowman Evan Selindi — Tee Morris Eva [...]
• MCP 010 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 02 released on Sun, 01/27/2008 - 05:01
Five years after graduation, Daniel Sharabi’s life isn’t all that he hoped it would be. With little sign of improvement in his pathetic psionic abilities, his prospects for a future with the Psi Collective are less than rosy … until Victor hin’Kavos offers him a possible way out. Cast: Victor hin’Kavos — Bill Bowman Abbey Preston — Heather [...]
• MCP 009 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 01 released on Sun, 01/13/2008 - 05:01
MAKING THE CUT continues! Meet Daniel Sharabi, a teenage member of the Psi Collective who has everything going for him — everything, that is, except his telepathic talent, which is mediocre at best. As he faces graduation and his exit examinations from the prestigious Westfall Academy, Daniel’s life is about to get a whole lot [...]
• Bonus - Interview with Better Late Than Never (BL8TN #23) released on Fri, 01/04/2008 - 01:00
Another interview! MA in PA, who plays Rebecca Brower in MAKING THE CUT, invited me onto her show Better Late Than Never to discuss the world of Metamor and the upcoming novel. We covered a very different set of material from what Steve and I talked about on Geek Cred, so it’s still worth listening [...]
• MCP 008 - Holiday Special and MAKING THE CUT: Prologue released on Sun, 12/30/2007 - 05:01
Holiday merry-making abounds! Chris reads email, plays voice mails, features special Christmas music, and slips in various other bits of insanity from when we were off our meds. All this, and the Prologue from the first Metamor City novel, Making the Cut! Bumper: Michael Spence, of Brother Osric’s Scriptorium Short Story: “Revenant Living” by Kevin Cummings, courtesy of Buffy [...]
• MCP SE02 - A Lightbringer’s Christmas Tale released on Sun, 12/23/2007 - 04:08
A bit of holiday-themed amusement for you all, from the perspective of one very un-amused Lightbringer. Click “Continue Reading” to view the text of the poem. Music: “Carol of the Bells”, by David Beard. Used by special permission of the artist.
• MCP 007 - Troubled Minds, Part 2 of 2 released on Sun, 12/16/2007 - 05:01
Abbey and Jenna race against time to stop the Beast before it kills again. But how do you fight something that can turn your own darkest memories against you? Cast: Abbey Preston – Heather Nowak Jenna Hartmann – Cunning Minx Mother Annabelle – Paulette Vallad Fiona – Christiana Ellis Rebecca – MA in PA Brian – Bryan Watson Promos: Better Late Than Never Whispers At [...]
• Bonus - Interview with Geek Cred (Geek Cred #17) released on Thu, 12/13/2007 - 13:00
Steve Riekeberg interviewed Chris Lester about The Metamor City Podcast for his  show Geek Cred. Listen to Chris talk about the origins of Metamor City, the philosophy of writing, and some of the themes and ideas behind the upcoming novel, MAKING THE CUT! Special thanks to Steve for offering to do this interview — Skype problems [...]
• MCP 006 - Troubled Minds, Part 1 of 2 released on Sun, 12/02/2007 - 05:01
Students are dying at St. Theresa’s, a school and halfway house for wayward girls on the Street of Metamor City. Abbey Preston is visiting the school, seeking relief from the terrifying visions that have been plaguing her. Is something supernatural at work, or is it all in Abbey’s head? Cast: Cab Driver – Bryan Watson Abbey Preston – [...]
• Metamor City Promo #2 - “Making the Cut” Trailer released on Sat, 11/24/2007 - 17:12
Here’s an all-new promo for The Metamor City Podcast: a trailer for the upcoming novel, Making the Cut! Cast: Announcer - Chris Miller Brian - Bryan Watson Daniel - Chris Lester Rebecca - MA in PA Fiona - Christiana Ellis Trace - Donte Taylor Victor - Bill Bowman Eva - Philippa Ballantine Sasha - Dani Cutler Danni - Sara Lloyd The Music: “Voltage Clamp”, by Rubber Band Banjo “Kabir’s [...]
• MCP SE01 - Metamor City Anniversary released on Thu, 11/22/2007 - 21:08
The Metamor City Podcast introduces its first fan-created story! John and Lissa are an aging married couple from a rural part of the Empire, and both of them are plagued by chronic diseases that make sexual intimacy difficult. Every year, on their anniversary, they come to Metamor City to take advantage of the (relatively) inexpensive [...]
• MCP 005 - The Muse, Part 2 of 2 released on Sun, 11/18/2007 - 05:01
Callie and Will have escaped the trap set for them by the conjurer Trajan, retreating to Will’s apartment to rest and regroup. But how long will any place remain safe when our heroes are the only thing standing between a dark wizard and his mad quest for revenge? Cast: Callie - Beq Vyper Artax - Bryan Watson Trajan - [...]
• MCP 004 - The Muse, Part 1 of 2 released on Sun, 11/04/2007 - 04:00
Will Kerenson is a fairly normal college student … well, okay, actually, he’s an aspiring writer, but we all have our odd points. Trouble is, he’s feeling fairly uninspired — until one day, when he encounters a strange young woman who will change his life forever. Join us for part one of this two-part story! This [...]
• Wonder Mur Powers, Activate! Form of … New Podcast Novel! released on Tue, 10/30/2007 - 15:49
Mur Lafferty, the grande dame of podcasting and an honorary citizen of the Empire of Metamor, is launching her new superhero novel Playing for Keeps on Thursday, November 1st. Comics Radar has a sneak preview of Chapter 1 available now, so go check it out! UPDATE: Escape Pod now has a copy of this preview [...]
• MCP 003 - House Call & The Sentinel released on Sun, 10/21/2007 - 04:00
Two stories for the price of one! House Call is a character-driven vignette in which Metamor City detective Kate Kitaen visits her sick partner, and gains a new perspective on her own life in the process. In The Sentinel, we meet Agent Janus Starson of the Lothanasi Order, an elite international law-enforcement unit tasked with [...]
• MCP 002 - Huntress released on Sun, 10/07/2007 - 04:01
Take a walk on the night side! In this week’s episode we take a look at Metamor City through the eyes of Lieutenant Dr. Morgan Elizabeth Drauling, vampire medical examiner for the MCPD’s Forensic Investigation Division. Tonight, though, Morgan’s adventures have little to do with work, as a typical Friday night on the town soon [...]
• MCP 001 - Welcome to the City released on Sun, 09/23/2007 - 03:59
The wait is over, ladies and gents! It’s our first full episode, and we’ve got an hour of pure story goodness ready for your ears. The year is 1999 Cristos Reckoning, and Homicide detective Michael Perelli is getting ready for his first day on the job. But Metamor City is nothing like the quiet rural [...]
• Promo #1a - Now with clearer directions! released on Thu, 09/06/2007 - 23:33
Based on Kaa’s suggestion, I have re-done the first Metamor City promo and actually spelled out the URL. Hopefully this will make it easier for people to find the podcast after hearing it advertised. As always, feel free to snag the promo and use it in your own podcasts! The more we can get out the [...]
• Promo #1 - Morgan (and a BIG announcement!) released on Thu, 08/09/2007 - 03:23
The first promo for The Metamor City Podcast is now ready to roll out! Major, major thanks go to Leann Mabry for providing the voice of Morgan Drauling, the sexy vampire medical examiner of Metamor City. …aaand by now you’ve probably guessed who that special guest is that I was talking about. Yes, Episode 2 of [...]
• MCP 000 - Introduction released on Sun, 06/24/2007 - 18:12
Here’s where it all begins, folks! We’re glad to have you on board.   In this “Episode Zero” I introduce myself, talk a little about the history of Metamor City, and give you a preview of what you can expect in the upcoming stories.   Intro Music: “Zeon Control”, by Metaverse Bed Music: “Jetlag”, by Metaverse   All music used by agreement [...]