Cosmic Circus Podcasts

Monique Asher, Author of ’Don’t Eat the Pie’ | Exclusive Interview | Cosmic Cafe

I've had the immense privilege of knowing Monique Asher for over a decade, having met her through some friends, one of whom was her younger sister. Throughout the years, she has worn many hats, such as mother, wife, and therapist. However, one hobby and passion that she kept coming back to was writing, which began at such a young age (as you learn in the interview!). Not one to give up on her dreams easily, she's pushed through and her debut novel, Don't Eat the Pie, comes out September 24, 2024, with more novels already on the way! I was able to sit down with Asher to discuss this novel as well as various other topics.
In the interview, listen to when Asher got her start with writing and how it developed into her budding career as a published author, what her developmental process has been for Don't Eat the Pie, and what else she has in the pipeline writing-wise over the next few years. She also discusses how her time as a therapist has helped to foster her writing, and talks about her spooky podcast Stay the Night (@Staythenightpod), which she hosts with her sister. And like the true horror fanatic that she is, Asher shares some of her current favorite scary novels. Check out the interview!
Monique Asher's novel, Don't Eat the Pie, is available for preorder most places books are avaiilable! Let us know on social media @mycomsiccircus if you plan on checking out this upcoming novel!
 
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Host/Interviewer: Brian Kitson
Theme: "Coffee and You" via Pixabay.
You can find out more about the author and upcoming books at her official website, www.moniqueasher.com/
Find the companion article to this podcast on thecosmiccircus.com

Sean O’Connell, Author of ‘Bruce Willis: Celebrating the Cinematic Legacy of an Unbreakable Hollywood Icon’ | Exclusive Interview | Cosmic Cafe

Bruce Willis is a name synonymous with Hollywood blockbusters and almost every genre of projects you can think of. Yet, for many, accessing the full spectrum of his cinematic achievements can be as challenging. Thankfully, Sean O’Connell’s new biography focused on Bruce Willis and his acting past, offers a comprehensive and engaging journey through the star’s illustrious career. From his early days and successes to more recent projects. 
In his insightful biography titled Bruce Willis: Celebrating the Cinematic Legacy of an Unbreakable Hollywood Icon, Sean O’Connell delves into Willis’ rise from humble beginnings to his status as a global icon, providing fans with a rich and detailed story about his acting life. Through exclusive interviews and meticulous research, O’Connell explored Willis’ most iconic roles, his personal life, and the impact he had on the film industry. This book is a must-read for anyone eager to fully appreciate the legacy of Bruce Willis.
Find this book on Amazon or most places books are sold.
Host/Interviewer: Wiktor Reinfuss
Theme: "Coffee and You" via Pixabay.
Find the companion article to this podcast on thecosmiccircus.com

Pride Month 2024 Podcast Talking ’Challengers,’ ’Doctor Who’, ’Dead Boy Detectives’ and More! | The Cosmic Circle Ep. 56

Happy Pride Month dear readers! It's that time of year to celebrate everything Queer! Over here at The Cosmic Circus, we're excited to share in the celebration with a very special podcast featuring some of our Queer contributors to the site, highlighting some of the LGBTQ+ media they've consumed since last Pride!
Join host Brian Kitson and fellow writers Cameron Brook and Izzy Friedman as they discuss some of their favorite Queer media. The trio discusses Challengers, Interview With the Vampire, Heartstopper, Dead Boy Detectives, Our Flag Means Death, All of Us Strangers, Saltburn, Doctor Who, Star Wars, and more!
Podcast credits and show notes
Contributors/Writers
Brian Kitson
Izzy Friedman
Cameron Brook
Executive Producer/Editor
Lizzie Hill
Recorded on 6/9/24
Find the companion article to this podcast at https://thecosmiccircus.com

Sydney Freeland on Directing Marvel’s Echo | Exclusive Interview | Cosmic Cafe

Sydney Freeland is an impressive director with an eye for detail. Not only did she direct an episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, but she also lent her talents to Marvel's Echo, helming four of the series' five episodes along with executive producing it.
The series helped introduce viewers to the world of Maya Lopez, played by Alaqua Cox, who made her first on-screen appearance in Hawkeye. Echo broke barriers when it was released by featuring Marvel's first deaf and Indigenous character. Unlike the usual Marvel fare, the series was grittier and had a TV-MA rating. (And ahem, an appearance by little-known Marvel character Daredevil, too.) The show pretty much immediately shot to the top of the Disney+ charts and is a massive success for the streamer.
Several weeks ago, we had the chance to sit down with Freeland over Zoom and discuss everything Maya Lopez and more. The director shared that it was the hardest and most rewarding thing she's ever done. Freeland discussed the vision for the project, including how the heart of the series was the relationship between Maya and Kingpin, along with bringing the character home to Oklahoma. She talked about how she got on board with Echo, and it started with an e-mail from fellow directors Bert and Bertie. Read ahead for the full interview. But if you haven't seen Echo yet, beware, there are some spoilers ahead. (And what are you waiting for, anyway?)
 
 
Host: Ayla Ruby
Theme: "Coffee and You" via Pixabay.
Find the companion article to this podcast on thecosmiccircus.com

’X-Men ’97’ Season 1 Podcast with Anthony Flagg, Uday Kataria & Alex Perez | The Cosmic Circle Ep. 55

It’s been a wonderful yet sad couple of weeks without new episodes of X-Men ‘97, the revival of the animated TV series that introduced many of us to the merry band of mutants. It was a breakout hit, and ushered in new fans to the classic Saturday morning cartoon, that had so many elements of these iconic comic book characters. The interest and popularity dominated conversations weekly as we hurdled towards that shocking 3-part finale. Finale reveals and shockers will have to hold us for a while until we see the second season.
Join host Anthony Flagg (X: redovah_) and his guests Alex Perez (X: alexfromcc) and Uday Kataria (X: GoldenNinja3000) as they navigate the past and present of X-Men ‘97. This episode recounts each person's history with the original series, favorite episodes and characters, and hopes for the future seasons of X-Men ‘97. Insider Alex Perez also provides some hits about what we might expect in season 2 and hints at an answer to one burning question surrounding Jean Grey and Madelyne Pryor.
 
Podcast credits and show notes for this episode of The Cosmic Circle
Contributors/Writers:
Anthony Flagg
Alex Perez
Uday Kataria
Executive Producer/Editor
Lizzie Hill
Recorded on 5/25/2024
 
Find the companion article to this podcast and more at https://thecosmiccircus.com/category/cosmic-circle/ and follow on X for updates at @cosmicpodcasts or @mycosmiccircus

Doctor Who ”Space Babies” & ”The Devil’s Chord” Discussion | The Cosmic Circle Ep. 54

Doctor Who is a global phenomenon, and we have an international group today on The Cosmic Circle to talk about it. Join host Brian Kitson, along with writers Wiktor Reinfuss and Cameron Brook, as they break down all the exciting bits from Ncuti Gatwa's reign as The Doctor, beginning with his first appearance in "The Giggle" all the way to the two-episode premiere of his first season ("Space Babies" and "The Devil's Chord"). Find out how Brian, "Vic" and Cam's journey into the Whoniverse began, what they are enjoying about the newest Doctor and companion Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson), and which Doctor is their favorite!
Warning: Spoiilers for past seasons of Doctor Who and for the new episodes which just premiered last week
Contributors/Writers
Brian Kitson
Wiktor Reinfuss
Cameron Brook
Executive Producer/Editor
Lizzie Hill
Recorded on 5/15/24
 The companion article for this podcast can be found at https://thecosmiccircus.com/doctor-who-season-premiere-podcast/
 

Fallout Season 1 Discussion | The Cosmic Circle Ep. 53

The Fallout series has been an astounding hit for Prime Video, still holding spots at the top of the charts on the streaming service. The renewed interest has even made physical copies of the game, harder to find, speaking to the success and reach that the show has brought forth. We were corralled into a vast world with three intertwined stories, from Ghouls, to Vaulties, to the Brotherhood of Steel. Luckily, a second season has already been ordered, giving everyone plenty of time to play the games while we wait for the show to begin filming again. 
Join host Anthony Flagg (X/Twitter: redovah_) and his guests Drew Reed (X/Twitter: drewreed1099) and Cameron Brook (X/Twitter:: camandfilm) as they discuss their favorite facets of Fallout. In this episode, we get the varied context from some of the guests who have not played the games previously! Also, there are discussions about what they want to see in Fallout season 2, and their plans to play the major game franchise in the future.
 
Podcast credits and show notes
Contributors/Writers
Anthony Flagg
Drew Reed
Cameron Brook
Executive Producer/Editor
Lizzie Hill
Recorded on 5/5/24
Superhero theme by HumanoideVFX on Pixabay.
 

‘Spy x Family CODE: White’ Voice Artists Megan Shipman & Natalie Van Sistine | Exclusive Interview | Cosmic Cafe

The Cosmic Circus' Editor-In-Chief Lizzie Hill steps in for an interview with voice artists Megan Shipman and Natalie Van Sistine, who play Anya and Yor Forger in the hit anime series Spy x Family on Crunchyroll. The three chat about the audition process for the show, the preparation they go through when they dub the anime, and their new movie Spy x Family CODE: White which is now in theaters!
 
Host: Lizzie Hill
Theme: "Coffee and You" via Pixabay.
You can find the companion article to this podcast at https://thecosmiccircus.com/spy-x-family-code-white-interview-anya-yor-forger/