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Hugos There Podcast

Booking Overview

This is a literature discussion show focused on Hugo-winning and classic science-fiction and fantasy books, typically featuring fellow readers, book-club participants, and occasional small panels rather than notable public figures. Suitable pitches include speculative-fiction authors, critics, librarians, academics, and highly knowledgeable readers with a relevant connection to the work under discussion; booking should be relatively easy for accessible experts, though the show may not prioritize promotional interviews.

Metrics

Episodes: 167

Frequency: Monthly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

feedback@hugospodcast.com

seth.heasley@gmail.com

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Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Informed speculative-fiction readers, book-club participants, or guests with focused knowledge of Hugo-winning and classic science-fiction and fantasy works.
Required Achievements:  

Recent Guest Discussions

Rachel Young - Patricia Mckillip’s The Forgotten Beasts Of Eld And Foundational Fantasy

Karen Beck - Patricia Mckillip’s The Forgotten Beasts Of Eld And Foundational Fantasy

Megan Cutter - Robin Mckinley’s Beauty And Its Retelling Of Beauty And The Beast

Dan Harris - Mervyn Peake’s Titus Groan And The Gormenghast Series

Recent Topics

Literature, Speculative Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Hugo Awards

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Hugos There Podcast
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Author Interview: Fold Catastrophes, by Peter Watts

September 27, 2026

Checking the “Explicit” box for this one because I didn’t want to edit Peter’s authenticity much. This is a casual conversation with Peter Watts, about his new short story collection, Fold Catastrophes, a terrific collection of some previously published stories and one brand new story.

Foundational Fantasy: The Forgotten Beasts of Eld, by Patricia McKillip, with Karen Beck and Rachel Young

September 01, 2026

“Fantasy is …when you take something either completely made up or something that starts in the real world and you add something to it.” …less of a technological fiction and more of a biological fiction…inventing races or magical abilities.” “Fantasy…includes elements of fairy tales and myths and legends.” This time I’m revisiting a book I … Continue reading "Foundational Fantasy: The Forgotten Beasts of Eld, by Patricia McKillip, with Karen Beck and Rachel Young"

2026 Hugo Award for Best Short Story nominees panel!

August 06, 2026

It’s the Hugo shortlist time of year! I’m doing my part (a very small part) by hosting some of my Internet Friends to discuss the 2026 finalists for the Hugo Award for Best Short Story! This was a super quick edit, so it’s perhaps not quite a tight or clean as a typical episode. But … Continue reading "2026 Hugo Award for Best Short Story nominees panel!"

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Frequently asked questions

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Hugos There Podcast
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How do I get in touch with Hugos There Podcast?

Its publicly listed emails are feedback@hugospodcast.com and seth.heasley@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Hugos There Podcast?

The publicly listed emails for Hugos There Podcast: feedback@hugospodcast.com and seth.heasley@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Hugos There Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Hugos There Podcast reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Hugos There Podcast?

Hugos There Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Informed speculative-fiction readers, book-club participants, or guests with focused knowledge of Hugo-winning and classic science-fiction and fantasy works. Recent guests include Rachel Young, Karen Beck, and Megan Cutter.

How hard is it to get booked on Hugos There Podcast?

Very low. It books a wide range of guests, so a guest with a relevant story and a clear idea has a strong chance.

What topics does Hugos There Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Literature, Speculative Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Hugo Awards. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

feedback@hugospodcast.com

seth.heasley@gmail.com

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