Richardson's Rubicon

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John Richardson

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Episodes 10

Avg. Duration 34m

Activity Highly Active

Since Feb 2026

Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Weekly

Consistency

83%

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About This Podcast

Richardson’s Rubicon explores the craft and chaos of speculative fiction. Each episode dives into worldbuilding, strange ideas, creative failures, surprising successes, and the deeper questions behind imagined worlds. Writers, worldbuilders, and curious listeners will find honest conversation, dark humour, and thoughtful insight into how stories take shape. Season Five focuses on the art of speculative storytelling and the minds that create it.

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Recent Episodes

How Belief Becomes Power in Fantasy | Mave Hathaway, The Breaking

Apr 13, 2026 25m

Mave Hathaway explores world building in her fantasy series The Dodsfell Chapter, with rich magic systems, gods, and a complex medieval-inspired society.

Victorian Information State Worldbuilding | Tim Standish, The Sterling Directive

Apr 05, 2026 40m

Explore Tim Standish’s alternate 1896 London, where mechanical computers power conspiracies, radical movements, and thrilling steampunk adventures.

First Contact Without Songs or Stories | Macaulay Christian, Apocalis Universe

Mar 29, 2026 39m

John Richardson explores world-building with Macaulay Christian, focusing on Eridu's societal structure, tyranny, creativity, and intergalactic tensions.

Fantasy Trials, Curses, and Consequences | Evan Kidwell

Mar 22, 2026 35m

Evan Kidwell shares the story behind his debut fantasy novel, explores worldbuilding, trials, and social hierarchies, offering insights for speculative fiction fans.

Why Magic Needs Limits | Aurora Winter, Magic, Mystery and the Multiverse

Mar 14, 2026 34m

Aurora Winter shares insights on crafting young adult fantasy, exploring worldbuilding, free speech themes, and multidimensional characters in her trilogy.

Talisman Rules, Trust, and Moral Pressure | Mike Oppenheim

Mar 05, 2026 29m

Author Mike Oppenheim dives into the creation of his novel "The Curse of Cortez," exploring worldbuilding, moral dilemmas, and the power of a cursed talisman.

What Audiobook Narrators Need from Worldbuilders | Liza Jacob

Feb 28, 2026 34m

Narrator Liza Jacob explains how strong worldbuilding enhances audiobook performance, from accents to emotional connection, offering tips for indie authors.

Dystopian Compliance, Choice, and Control | Dr. Larry Smith

Feb 21, 2026 42m

Dr. Larry Smith explores the dystopian future of addiction recovery in 2084, tackling themes of control, morality, and resistance to corporate power.

Behaviour-First Worldbuilding | Momoko Uno, Hello Humans

Feb 14, 2026 31m

Writer Momoko Uno shares the creative process behind her sci-fi comedy "Hello Humans", exploring alien species, humour, and speculative world-building.

When Magic Costs Lives | J.F. Monroe, The Legendary Guardians

Feb 09, 2026 13m

John Richardson interviews J.F. Monroe about her fantasy trilogy, exploring unique world building, the Four Horsemen as guardians, and the burden of power.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Richardson's Rubicon have?

Richardson's Rubicon has published 10 episodes since February 2026, covering topics in Arts, Books.

Is Richardson's Rubicon still active?

Richardson's Rubicon is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 34m.

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