A Chat with Chris Hadfield

We’re kicking off our 5th season in style. On this episode of TFTB we sit down with Astronaut and Best Selling Author, Chris Hadfield. Among his many accomplishments he was the first Canadian to command the International Space Station, he was a Test Pilot, an Engineer, and now a tech entrepreneur.All of this experience elevates his latest novel, Final Orbit which is the third book in a series that began with the Apollo Murders. We talk about his books, and his new Podcast; Chris Hadfield on Energy. We also get a bit of life advice that might inspire you to do something big. Join us and let us know what you think! Check out the links below to discover the many cool things that Chris has been up to.Website: https://chrishadfield.ca/Podcast: Chris Hadfield on Energyhttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/chris-hadfield-on-energy/id1823300852?i=1000715572253Please let us know if there is a book or film that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media or email us at [email protected] Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge

Take a deep dive into Her, the Spike Jonze film from 2013. We chat about the themes, performances, writing, and more. Has the concept of this AI based film become prophetic, or is the idea of AI relationships just not that science fiction anymore? Let us know what you think!Please let us know if there is a book or film that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media or email us at [email protected] Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge

On this episode, we welcome Hugo Award winning author, Elizabeth Bear back to the Bridge. We dig into the latest instalment of the White Space novels, Folded Sky. We also get the latest on the long awaited sequel to Karen Memory. It’s called Angel Maker and (as of this recording), is currently available for preorder. Check the link below. Any opportunity to chat with Elizabeth is just time well spent, and we know you’ll enjoy this one. Check out her website below, lots of cool things are happening there, and we look forward to seeing what’s next!Website:https://www.elizabethbear.com/https://books2read.com/b/mvzzjqPre-orderhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/221407331-angel-makerhttps://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/angel-maker-karen-memory-3/c1138cc8-ef86-3723-8be3-8038401ebac7.htmlPlease let us know if there is a book that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media or email us at [email protected] Elizabeth Bear photo credit: Sharona JacobsLink tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge

On this episode we discuss what might happen if the moon turned to cheese. It’s a serious question, and we use John Scalzi’s novel, ‘When the Moon Hits Your Eye’ as the foundation for our investigation. Much to learn here. We’ll also look at a unique proposal for interstellar travel on Science Fiction Science Fact, and we’ll chat about the other books and films we’ve been enjoying. A new interstellar propulsion method: T.A.R.S. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=MDM1COWJ2Hc Please let us know if there is a book that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media or email us at [email protected] Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge

In this episode of Film Club, we talk about Gattaca, the debut film from director/writer Andrew Niccol. We discuss the performances, the critical reviews, and what questions we were left with after watching. We find out what film we'll be watching next, and end things off with a trivia segment.Please let us know if there is a book that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media or email us at [email protected] Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridgeLink tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge

On this episode of TFTB we dive into the Infinity Gate, by M.R. Carey. This book has it all, a multi-verse, aliens, quantum physics, and plenty of action. On Science Fiction - Science Fact, we look at the future of doom scrolling, but with mind control. We also take some time to debrief on Andor, and we will have more to come on this... Of course, we also have our next book of the month, and we’ve got a fun one for you.Please let us know if there is a book that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media or email us at [email protected] Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge

On this episode of TFTB film club we talk about The Fifth Element. It’s been 28 years since this movie came out, does it still hold up? We’re going to let you know. We’ll also chat about some of the runners-up for this episode, and what we’re watching next.Please let us know if there is a movie that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media links below or email us at [email protected] Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge

Joining us on TFTB is author, Arkady Martine. Her Texi-calon duology, "A Memory Called Empire" and "A Desolation Called Peace," have each won the Hugo Award for Best Novel. She has also published short stories in numerous publications (links below). Her latest book, Rose/House, was recently re-released by TOR in 2025. Arkady is also an urban planner, a climate policy analyst, and a Byzantine historian. So clearly, no shortage of material to cover here, and we did our best to cover it all.Arkady Martinez’s website: https://www.arkadymartine.net/Short story links: https://www.arkadymartine.net/short-stories Please let us know if there is a book that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media links below or email us at [email protected] Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge

Joining us on the Bridge this week is Production Designer, David Blass. Known for his work on ‘Star Trek: Picard’, his credits also include The Boys, Preacher, Justified, and many other television series you’ve enjoyed. We had a great conversation with Dave and cover a great deal of ground on this one, from Roger Corman to the importance of Saurian Brandy. Plus, we touch on "765874 - Unification" - the Star Trek-themed short film that you have to see to believe. Settle in and enjoy.Check out his website here: https://daveblass.carbonmade.com/Paramount+ / Star Trek: Picard: https://www.paramountplus.com/ca/shows/star-trek-picard/Please let us know if there is a book that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media links below or email us at [email protected]. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge

On this episode of TFTB we sit down with Ray Nayler. He is the author of the Locus Award winning The Mountain in the Sea, and he joins us to talk about his latest book, Where the Axe is Buried. A cybernetic novel of political intrigue, revolution, and authoritarianism. Pretty timely themes these days. We also look at how sci-fi can go beyond the science to the social, and become a transformative tool for rethinking the world that we’re living in now. You’re in for a treat.Find out what Ray is up to here: https://www.raynayler.net/bio-and-biblio.html Please let us know if there is a book that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media links below or email us at [email protected]. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge