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Ten Very Big Books - A Malazan Readthrough Podcast

Ten Very Big Books - A Malazan Readthrough Podcast

By Ten Very Big Books

India, Josh, Peter, and AJ are reading The Malazan Book of the Fallen. A bad idea? Maybe, but we'll at least have fun along the way.
Peter has read the series before, but it's Josh, India, and AJ's first time.
Join us, as we talk through each book and enjoy the works of Steven Erikson.
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Ten Very Big Books - A Malazan Readthrough PodcastMay 01, 2020

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01:16:17
Reaper's Gale - Reaper's Mailbag

Reaper's Gale - Reaper's Mailbag

Mail mail mail mail mail mail mael mail mail mail mail!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And our rankings are all over the place.

--- Chapters covered - MAIL MAIL MAIL MAIL MAIL ---

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Feb 25, 202201:08:51
Reaper's Gale - Reaper's Gale - Part 3

Reaper's Gale - Reaper's Gale - Part 3

We've reached the finale of Reaper's Gale! Pete takes us into the multiverse, AJ reveals Icarium's secret interest, India has a change of heart, and Josh gets a namesake.


--- Chapters covered - 23, 24, Epilogue ---


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Feb 11, 202201:52:52
Reaper's Gale - Reaper's Gale - Part 2

Reaper's Gale - Reaper's Gale - Part 2

Dominoes start to fall....

A Battle on the Awl and So Many Candles...

--- Chapters covered - 21, 22 ---

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Jan 28, 202201:24:49
Reaper's Gale - Reaper's Gale - Part 1

Reaper's Gale - Reaper's Gale - Part 1

Happy New Year 2022, we haven't had this many 2 sinces 1222.
The gang is back from the break and grooving into the final sections of RG. We talk more about Seren, Mockra, what's going on with Rud Elalle, what might happen to Janath....and Josh wonders about the fate of the Awl.

--- Chapters covered - 19, 20 ---

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Jan 13, 202201:34:10
Reaper's Gale - Knuckles of the Soul - Part 3

Reaper's Gale - Knuckles of the Soul - Part 3

Happy 2022 everyone! Hold your friends close, and your enemies closer. This is your single warning. Love you all thanks for making this year great for the show!!!


--- Chapters covered - 17, 18 ---


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Dec 31, 202101:09:01
Blood & Bone | Discussions of the Malazan Empire

Blood & Bone | Discussions of the Malazan Empire

This week we take a brief detour up a river in Jacuruku. We are continuing our ICE miniseries by talking about the Crimson Guard, Ardata, Thaumaturgs and the one, the only, SKINNNERRRRRRRRRRRR

Back next week with a regular ep!

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TEN VERY BIG BOOKS

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Dec 24, 202158:51
Reaper's Gale - Knuckles of the Soul - Part 2

Reaper's Gale - Knuckles of the Soul - Part 2

India isn't here, Josh pitches a TEDx, Pete's in the Crocpot, and AJ wrote the summary :)

2.03


--- Chapters covered - 15, 16 ---


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Dec 10, 202101:11:11
Reaper's Gale - Knuckles of the Soul - Part 1

Reaper's Gale - Knuckles of the Soul - Part 1

The Malazan's are on our shores and we have some catching up to do! India is upset about Onrack's shoddy hunting skills, AJ is easily tricked, Pete has a big day at work tomorrow, and Josh wants to talk about a LOT.


--- Chapters covered - 13 & 14 ---


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Nov 26, 202101:13:20
Reaper's Gale - Layers of the Dead - Part 2

Reaper's Gale - Layers of the Dead - Part 2

Knock knock! The Malazans are here!

Josh doesn't feel well, India forgets her favorite character's name, Pete is enjoying not answering questions, and AJ loved all of these chapters a lot.


--- Chapters covered - 10, 11, 12 ---


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Nov 12, 202101:39:41
Reaper’s Gale - Layers of the Dead - Part 1
Oct 29, 202101:54:34
Reaper's Gale - The Emperor in Gold - Part 2
Oct 15, 202101:29:55
Reaper's Gale - The Emperor in Gold - Part 1

Reaper's Gale - The Emperor in Gold - Part 1

New Music! New Book!
Tune in to the start of Reaper's Gale. India decodes the prologue, Peter longs for the fresh air of Tehol, the Josh/Redmask Bromance begins and AJ  is worried about the vicious threat from the Awl.

--- Chapters covered - Prologue, 1, 2 ---

RG Tentative Schedule: (More details in the show)
10/1- P, 1, 2
10/15- 3, 4, 5, 6
10/29- 7, 8, 9
11/12 - 10, 11, 12
11/26 - 13, 14
12/10 - 15, 16
12/24 - 17, 18
1/7 - 19, 20
1/21 - 21, 22
2/4 - 23, 24, E

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Oct 01, 202101:14:04
Conversation with Steven Erikson 6 | The Bonehunters

Conversation with Steven Erikson 6 | The Bonehunters

To close out this offseason, as always, we conned Steven Erikson to talk to us for a sixth time; this time we talk about The Bonehunters, spiders, vaccines, the climate disaster, cycles of humanity, and the exhaustion of humanity. Light stuff! All in all it's a very good convo. Thanks for coming on Steve!

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POST-SPIDER CONVO TIMECODE - 40:13

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Sep 24, 202101:19:52
Willful Child 3: The Search for Spark (& BONUS The Undiscovered Bunny!!)
Sep 17, 202150:09
The God is Not Willing | A Conversation with Steven Erikson

The God is Not Willing | A Conversation with Steven Erikson

Peter and the man himself, Steven Erikson, sit down and talk through the newest Malazan novel! They talk climate crisis, critical views of genre fiction, blood oil, Stillwater, and more!

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Sep 10, 202151:40
The God is Not Willing Discussion w/ Andy Smith!

The God is Not Willing Discussion w/ Andy Smith!

Andy and Pete share their first thoughts about The God is Not Willing !

We were a little pressed for time but we hope to get some longer thoughts about it eventually.

We spoil the book!

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Sep 02, 202138:49
Orb Sceptre Throne | Discussions of the Malazan Empire

Orb Sceptre Throne | Discussions of the Malazan Empire

Our Discussions of the Novels of the Malazan Empire continue !
We return to the city of Blue Flame to talk all about the Seguleh, Leoman & Kiska, and of course Scorch & Leff. Had a blast making the episode and hope you enjoy it!

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TEN VERY BIG BOOKS


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Aug 27, 202101:04:44
The Bonehunters - Spoilercast w/ Andy Smith!

The Bonehunters - Spoilercast w/ Andy Smith!

We sure have read all these 10 books! If you haven't, don't listen to this episode! Thanks!



--- Chapters covered - ALL OF THEM AND THE REST OF THE BOOKS ---


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Aug 26, 202101:06:10
The Bonehunters - Mailbag and Wrap-Up

The Bonehunters - Mailbag and Wrap-Up

The Bonehunters is finished!
We start the episode three times, we offer a lot of hot takes and Josh has some sex toy looking device.  

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Aug 26, 202157:32
The Bonehunters - The Bonehunters - Part 2

The Bonehunters - The Bonehunters - Part 2

Another city is on fire! The streets are filled with blood! Hellian gets her man! Join us as we discuss our #PearlThoughts and everything else in the action-packed finale of The Bonehunters!


--- Chapters covered - 21, 22, 23, 24, Epilogue ---


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Aug 26, 202102:18:02
The Bonehunters - The Bonehunters - Part 1

The Bonehunters - The Bonehunters - Part 1

Woof woof! The Grey Helms are here! India gives a recommendation, AJ guesses what T'Amber looks like, Josh knows how to fix Malaz City, and Pete makes a reference for The Gamers. 

--- Chapters covered - 17, 18, 19, 20 --- 

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Aug 26, 202101:57:31
[REUPLOAD] The Bonehunters - Shadows of the King - Part 2

[REUPLOAD] The Bonehunters - Shadows of the King - Part 2

There's a new High Fist in town! Pete gives a shoutout. Josh doesn't like siblings. India thinks Quick Ben is a cool guy. AJ has to leave.


--- Chapters covered - 14, 15, 16 ---


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😘

Aug 26, 202101:25:08
The Bonehunters - Shadows of the King - Part 2

The Bonehunters - Shadows of the King - Part 2

There's a new High Fist in town! Pete gives a shoutout. Josh doesn't like siblings. India thinks Quick Ben is a cool guy. AJ has to leave.


--- Chapters covered - 14, 15, 16 ---


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Jul 16, 202101:25:08
The Bonehunters - Shadows of the King - Part 1

The Bonehunters - Shadows of the King - Part 1

I'm not saying I'm going to do it, nor am I saying someone else should do it, but just think about a world where Pearl isn't around... wouldn't that be nice? India doesn't know what's going on, but she likes it, Josh does some word association, Peter likes some forgotten history ,and AJ has a scalding-hot take.


--- Chapters covered - 12, 13 ---


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Jun 18, 202101:16:57
The Bonehunters - Beneath This Name - Part 2

The Bonehunters - Beneath This Name - Part 2

We catch up with all our faves in the aftermath of Y'ghatan. Peter forgets Josh's middle name, Josh likes how easy it is to find a Jaghut barrow, India had some audio issues (sorry!), AJ theorizes about immunization via rat bite.


--- Chapters covered - 8, 9, 10, 11 ---


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Jun 04, 202101:04:29
Stonewielder | Discussions of the Malazan Empire

Stonewielder | Discussions of the Malazan Empire

Pete and Iskar talk about reuniting with their good friends Greymane and Kyle, and meeting their new enemies, the Stormriders.

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TEN VERY BIG BOOKS

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May 21, 202101:01:15
The Last Siege of Y'Ghatan

The Last Siege of Y'Ghatan

The Army of the Apocalypse has retreated to a city that thirsts for Malazan blood.
Adjunct Tavore and the 14th have followed in pursuit, and tonight... will be the Last Siege of Y'ghatan.

--- Chapters covered - 7 --

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May 07, 202101:03:21
The Bonehunters - The Thousand-Finger God - Part 2

The Bonehunters - The Thousand-Finger God - Part 2

K CHAIN CHE MALLE

Tune in as we kick around 7 Cities. Josh is heartbroken, India is vibing with Scillara, Peter is annoyed about Karsa (what's new) and AJ...Imma let you finish but had the best edit of all time!

--- Chapters covered - 4, 5, 6 ---

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Apr 23, 202101:31:58
The Bonehunters - The Thousand-Finger God - Part 1

The Bonehunters - The Thousand-Finger God - Part 1

We're back!
Returning to Seven Cities, reuniting with The 14th, and meeting some new characters (Hellian!). All four of us are riding high as we crack open the sixth book...


--- Chapters covered - Prologue, 1, 2, 3 ---


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Apr 09, 202101:28:01
Steven Erikson Interview - Midnight Tides

Steven Erikson Interview - Midnight Tides

Recorded on March 20th.

We sat down and talked to Steve about ending Midnight Tides, how his writing process has changed over time and India makes a big request.

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Apr 02, 202101:24:49
AJ Catches Up! - Talking Gardens of the Moon and Deadhouse Gates

AJ Catches Up! - Talking Gardens of the Moon and Deadhouse Gates

Peter talks with AJ about their experience reading Gardens of the Moon and Deadhouse Gates for the first time over the last month! 

Hint: It was hard!

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Mar 30, 202101:13:46
(Bonus) Deadhouse Gates and Memories of Ice Epigraphs

(Bonus) Deadhouse Gates and Memories of Ice Epigraphs

Released from the Patreon

Peter and Josh sit down for two more conversations about the Chapter Epigraphs from Books 2 and 3 from the series. It's a bit more relaxed, and big friend energy.  Enjoy.

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Mar 19, 202101:13:59
(Bonus) Conversation with Mark Paxton-MacRae A.K.A. Karsa Orlong

(Bonus) Conversation with Mark Paxton-MacRae A.K.A. Karsa Orlong

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A few weeks ago we got to talk to Mark Paxton-MacRae aka Karsa Orlong himself! We talk to Mark about what it was like roleplaying with Erickson, how it felt to have his character fleshed-out in the books, and the importance of asking people where World War II planes have sunk.

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Mar 12, 202150:51
Return of the Crimson Guard | Discussions of the Malazan Empire

Return of the Crimson Guard | Discussions of the Malazan Empire

First off, Peter had some audio issues this week. We tried out best, learned a lesson.

Anyway, we continue onward in our mini-series discussing the Novels of the Malazan Empire. This time, we turn to the Crimson Guard, Laseen and so many more within the Empire itself.

Enjoy! (Stonewielder soon enough)

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Mar 12, 202159:46
Midnight Tides Spoilercast (feat. Counsellor of Moon's Spawn & Ruthan Badd!)

Midnight Tides Spoilercast (feat. Counsellor of Moon's Spawn & Ruthan Badd!)

***THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THE ENTIRE MALAZAN BOOK OF THE FALLEN***

Big thanks to Ruthan and Counsellor for coming on the show!

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Mar 05, 202101:02:51
Midnight Tides Mailbag (w/ special guest Books with Brittany!)

Midnight Tides Mailbag (w/ special guest Books with Brittany!)

We welcomed Brittany to the pod and limp our way through a retrospective on the book.

We answer mailbag questions, chat rankings thus far and do a final Brother Zone.

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Feb 26, 202101:00:50
Midnight Tides - Midnight Tides - Part 2

Midnight Tides - Midnight Tides - Part 2

This week, a great closure is upon us....and Empire rises.....
We put an end to Midnight Tides.

--- Chapters covered - 23, 24, 25 ---

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Feb 12, 202102:16:01
Midnight Tides - Midnight Tides - Part 1

Midnight Tides - Midnight Tides - Part 1

Happy New Year

Utter chaos this episode. Josh talks demon names, we all talk a bit more about Seren and warrens, and India rolls her eyes on two separate occasions. 

--- Chapters covered - 20, 21, 22, 23---

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Jan 29, 202101:47:55
Midnight Tides - All That Lies Unseen - Part 2

Midnight Tides - All That Lies Unseen - Part 2


War fully rages between the Edur and the Letherii.

Josh reveals his true colors as a friend, AJ loves Nekal Bara and India loves Kettle and the Azath House.

From 1:26:00 onward, we dive deep on our thoughts about Seren's plotline,  rape and sexual violence so far.

A link to the Tor Reread of Chapter 16 we reference in that discussion:
https://www.tor.com/2012/01/18/malazan-re-read-of-the-fallen-midnight-tides-chapter-sixteen/

--- Chapters covered - 16, 17, 18, 19 ---

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Jan 15, 202101:46:22
Night of Knives | Discussions of the Malazan Empire

Night of Knives | Discussions of the Malazan Empire

This week on the show we start our Discussions of the Malazan Empire mini-series. Peter welcomes Iskar Jarak to co-host the show and talk through Ian Cameron Esslemont's Night of Knives. They discuss their own thoughts on the book, respond to community comments, and try to get a handle on how people talk about Esslemont and Erikson.

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Dec 31, 202001:12:06
Midnight Tides - All That Lies Unseen - Part 1

Midnight Tides - All That Lies Unseen - Part 1

Happy New Year! 

This week we talk through the growing war between Lether and the Edur. We talk through our feelings on Mayen's Assault, Josh asks if we really need a stock market, and Peter is here to welcome Yan Tovis into the story.

Content Warning: 29:00- 40:00 mins (estimate) for discussion of sexual assault.

--- Chapters covered - 12, 13, 14, 15 ---


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Dec 31, 202001:34:07
BONUS - Krampus (2015)

BONUS - Krampus (2015)

AJ, Josh, and India discuss Krampus (2015) in this Christmas themed episode! Happy holidays!

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Dec 24, 202059:18
Midnight Tides - Prows of the Day - Part 2

Midnight Tides - Prows of the Day - Part 2

This week on the show we talk through what happened to Rhulad. India just loves Tehol and Bugg, Pete can't get enough sharp teeth, Aj is reading quotes like always and Josh is thriving. Book 5 just hitting different 


--- Chapters covered - 9, 10, 11 --- 


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Dec 18, 202001:23:17
Midnight Tides - Prows of the Day - Part 1

Midnight Tides - Prows of the Day - Part 1

This week, Peter tries to clarify some blood lines, India loves Shurq Elalle, and Josh doesn't understand Feather Witch. Plus, Aj keeps pulling out quotes from the book.

Apologies, Peter had some audio issues this week but should be fixed up in other episodes. Thanks!

--- Chapters covered - 6, 7, 8 ---

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Dec 04, 202001:22:28
Midnight Tides - Frozen Blood - Part 2

Midnight Tides - Frozen Blood - Part 2

Our readthrough is kicked into overdrive. India and Josh love Lether, Peter loses their mojo and Aj tries to host for a while.

--- Chapters covered - 3, 4, 5 ---

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Nov 20, 202001:07:09
Midnight Tides- Frozen Blood - Part 1

Midnight Tides- Frozen Blood - Part 1

We go across the sea, and back in time as we start Book 5!
Josh loves Tehol, India is trying to get a read on the Edur, and we all really can't decide on any of the new pronunciations. 

--- Chapters covered - Prologue, 1, & 2 ---

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Nov 06, 202001:16:32
Steven Erikson Interview - House of Chains

Steven Erikson Interview - House of Chains

This week on the show, we welcome back Steven Erikson to talk about House of Chains. Steve comes in with the hot takes, we talk about moral relativism, French steaks, and we learn about Steve's Muppet Heritage.

Heads up, Steve alludes to a few things that happen later on in the series. Just be warned!

We hope you enjoy the interview. 🔥

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Oct 30, 202001:25:59
Willful Child: Wrath of Betty

Willful Child: Wrath of Betty

This week we boldly return to where we've been before. We discuss our Star Trek, Hadrian Sawback, and what we make of the sequel to Willful Child.

Thanks to Nate for coming on the show :)

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Oct 23, 202048:05
The Death of the Author & The Problem of Karsa Orlong

The Death of the Author & The Problem of Karsa Orlong

This week we stretched our legs and tried to talk about some essays. First we discussed the influential literary theory "The Death of the Author", concerning the role of the Author in discussing a work. Then we discussed Erikson's essay "The Problem of Karsa Orlong", and finally discussed the Teblor Barbarian himself.

Read the essays here:
Death of the Author:
http://sites.tufts.edu/english292b/files/2012/01/Barthes-The-Death-of-the-Author.pdf
The Problem of Karsa Orlong
https://steven-erikson.org/the-problem-of-karsa-orlong/

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Oct 16, 202048:49
House of Chains Spoilercast w/ Iskar Jarak

House of Chains Spoilercast w/ Iskar Jarak

Spoilers for The Main Series

On this show I catch up with Malazan youtuber Iskar Jarak (https://www.youtube.com/iskarjarak). We talk a little more about Karsa and Tavore in scope of the whole series, Series long themes, and how House of Chains sets up series long arcs. Hope you enjoy :)

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Oct 16, 202048:17