Alzabo Soup
Alzabo Soup
Alzabo Soup is the podcast where we literally become our favorite authors by devouring portions of their brains. We analyze engrossing speculative fiction with a chapter-by-chapter focus on acclaimed author Gene Wolfe. We update weekly on Fridays.
We are currently covering The Book of the Long Sun by Gene Wolfe.
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For a complete list of works we've covered, check out "Coverage by Title" above.
Recent Episodes
General Discussion Part 3 - Gene Wolfe's The Book of the Long Sun
March 17, 2023
Intro - Phil and Metz struggle to define the term "Adventure Film." Content (8:57) - General discussion of The Book the Long Sun, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.
General Discussion Part 2 - Gene Wolfe's The Book of the Long Sun
March 10, 2023
Intro - Phil talks to Metz about his new hobby. Content (10:07) - General discussion of The Book the Long Sun, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.
General Discussion Part 1 - Gene Wolfe's The Book of the Long Sun
March 3, 2023
Intro - We celebrate our completion of Long Sun with a very special cocktail. Content (6:12) - General discussion of The Book the Long Sun, by Gene Wolfe. Check out more at alzabosoup.com.
About the Hosts
Metz
Host
When not talking too much about Gene Wolfe books and other speculative fiction, Andrew "Metz" Metzroth works as a performing arts designer and arts administrator based in Colorado. Since 2005, he has worked on or helped bring to life hundreds of theatre, dance, and music projects. Metz lives in Colorado with his wife, his daughter, and his three cats.
Phil
Host
Phil has been a fan of Gene Wolfe since college and names his RPG characters after Severian at every opportunity. He's the writer of the game 'Normal Club, which can be found on the Apple and Google stores, and he's always drawing something cool! Phil lives in Colorado with his wife, his son, and the newest member of their family, D'artagnan the dog.