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by Alex Zoubine
Short fiction. Big worlds. From ancient forests to far off alien worlds, Biome brings you thrilling new Science Fiction, Fantasy, and the weird and wonderful stories that defy categories. Each 15 to 30 minute episode is a complete story, followed by a take on what it means, where it fits, and why it matters.
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- 1 weeks ago8 min
S1 Int5 - July Editor's Desk
Why the biological theme? Why now?Your host and editor Alex Zoubine shares some thoughts on the state of literature and short stories -- and why I think now is the perfect time to start listening to more short stories.Support Biome on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiomeSpecHave questions, comments or thoughts? I'd love to hear from you: biomespec@gmail.comBe sure to check out last week's written interview with River S at:https://www.patreon.com/BiomeSpec/posts/interlude-1-s-161019051/Special thanks to our Biosphere Patreon supporter Shanella!
- 3 weeks ago17 min
S1 Int4 - Interview with DM Smith IV
M.D. Smith IV joins Biome to share the story behind Bright Eyes and the Lantern Path (Season 1, Episode 8) - winner of listener's top Season 1 Story!I deeply appreciate your support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiomeSpecHave questions, comments or thoughts? I'd love to hear from you: biomespec@gmail.comPlease make sure to check out last week's written interview with Steve Zisson at: https://www.patreon.com/BiomeSpec/posts/interlude-1-160923806/Special thanks to our Biosphere Patreon supporter Shanella!
- Jun 23, 202614 min
[INTERLUDE 1] - Interview with Jordan Hirsch
Jordan Hirsch sits down with Biome to tell us the story behind Writing on the Wall (Season 1, Episode 1).I deeply appreciate your support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiomeSpecHave questions, comments or thoughts? I'd love to hear from you: biomespec@gmail.comSpecial thanks to our Biosphere Patreon supporter Shanella!
- Jun 16, 202611 min
[INTERLUDE 1] - Season 1 Finale
10 amazing stories. 10 talented authors. Season 1 wraps up with a reveal of the #1 fan favorite story of Season 1 followed by an overview of themes and ideas that tie the season together. Join your host, Alex Zoubine, as we send off Season 1 in style and kick off a summer of author interviews.I deeply appreciate your support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiomeSpecHave questions, comments or thoughts? I'd love to hear from you: biomespec@gmail.comSpecial thanks to our Biosphere Patreon supporter Shanella!
- Jun 9, 202619 min
Ep 10 - Old Growth
What do ancient trees say when you can finally listen in on their conversations? Just as he is about to retire, an old forester finds out.Vote (for free) for your favorite Season 1 story here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/157737523 and drop us a line at biomespec@gmail.comOld Growth is by Steve Zisson Steve Zisson is a biotech journalist whose fiction has appeared in Nature’s Future, Daily Science Fiction, and Little Blue Marble, among other places. He edited a science fiction anthology, A Punk Rock Future. He lives north of Boston.Special thanks to our Biosphere Patreon supporter Shanella!
- Jun 2, 202619 min
Ep 9 - Storm Chaser
Rosita boils with fury and has nowhere to put it. So when a hurricane comes bearing down on her beloved city, she does the only logical thing: she steals her dads' airship and flies straight into it.Join us on Patreon and get early access to all episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/biomespec/ and drop us a line at biomespec@gmail.comStorm Chaser is by Toshiya KameiToshiya Kamei (she/they) is a queer Asian writer who takes inspiration from fairy tales, folklore, and mythology.This story originally featured in Worlds of IF Magazine: https://worldsofifmagazine.com/Special thanks to our Biosphere Patreon supporter Shanella!
- May 26, 202620 min
Ep 8 - Bright Eyes and the Lantern Path
New Orleans has always had its share of darkness. Tarantulena and her cat, Bright Eyes, have seen it all. When poison starts felling the city's finest families, the witch sets her trap - and something older and more evil takes notice.Vote (for free) for your favorite Season 1 story here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/157737523 and drop us a line at biomespec@gmail.comBright Eyes and the Lantern Path is by M. D. Smith IVM.D. Smith IV of Huntsville, Alabama, writer of over 350 flash stories, has published digitally in Spillwords, Flash Fiction Magazine, Flash Phantoms, and many more. Retired from running a television station, he lives with his wife of 64 years and three cats.Find more of his work at: https://mdsmithiv.com/If you loved this story and want to read another Bright Eyes story, check out:"They Don’t Walk Alone" here: https://literallystories2014.com/2026/03/29/sunday-whatever-they-dont-walk-alone-by-m-d-smith-iv/Special thanks to our Biosphere Patreon supporter Shanella!
- May 19, 202618 min
Ep 7 - Anemone
Strange growths appear where violence has happened. Everyone can see them. Not everyone wants to. This is a story about what we do with the things we can't pretend away.Join us on Patreon and get early access to all episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/biomespec/ and drop us a line at biomespec@gmail.comAnemone is by J. M. J. Brewer.J. M. J. Brewer is a staunch supporter of nature conservation. His cats are named after lyrics in John Prine, Guy Clark, and Little Feat songs. You can find more of his fiction at jmjbrewer.com.Special thanks to our Biosphere Patreon supporter Shanella!
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Short fiction. Big worlds. From ancient forests to far off alien worlds, Biome brings you thrilling new Science Fiction, Fantasy, and the weird and wonderful stories that defy categories. Each 15 to 30 minute episode is a complete story, followed by a take on what it means, where it fits, and why it matters.
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