The Avram Davidson Universe

This is a podcast dedicated to the life work and impact of award-winning author, Avram Davidson. In each episode, we perform a reading and discussion of his works with a special guest. Join the fan club at www.avramdavidson.com. Avram Davidson (1923–1993) was a writer of fantasy, science fiction, and crime fiction. Davidson was born in Yonkers, NY and and served in the Navy during World War II. His life work includes 19 novels and over 200 short stories, all of which have been widely recognized for their wit and originality. Davidson’s works have won awards in three genres: an Edgar Award for mystery, a Hugo Award for science fiction, and three World Fantasy Awards.

The many genres of Avram Davidson!

Send us a text In this episode, Bob & Virgil discuss the many genres of Avram Davidson.

09-23
16:16

The Avram Davidson Universe – Season 5, Episode 13 “El Vilvoy de las Islas" discussion.

Send us a text In this episode, Bob & Virgil discuss El Vilvoy de las Islas, originally published in Asimov’s (August 1988) and later collected in The Other Nineteenth Century.

09-23
34:20

The Avram Davidson Universe – Season 5, Episode 12 “El Vilvoy de las Islas"

Send us a text In this episode, we listen to El Vilvoy de las Islas, originally published in Asimov’s (August 1988) and later collected in The Other Nineteenth Century. A follow-up discussion will be led by Virgil and Bob in the next episode.

09-23
01:21:37

The Avram Davidson Universe – Season 5, Episode 11 Virgil & “The Caravan to Illiel"

Send us a text In this episode, Robert from The Wheel of Genre podcast sits down with Virgil from Literally Books for a deep dive into “The Caravan to Illiel,” originally published in Flashing Swords #3 : Warriors and Wizards, Ed. Lin Carter (Dell, 1976) They explore the story—plus a shoutout to Orbis, which came up in the discussion. https://www.youtube.com/@wheelofgenrepodcast/videos https://www.youtube.com/@UCW1FScyVs3JjysB9wiBb3Gw https://orbis.stanford.edu/

09-01
02:11:45

Virgil & Bob’s 5 Most Anticipated Avram Davidson Stories!

Send us a text Virgil & Bob Discuss Their Five Most Anticipated Avram Davidson Stories!

09-01
20:53

The Avram Davidson Universe Podcast— Meet Virgil and Bob!

Send us a text We are Super excited to have new hosts for the Avram Davidson Universe Podcast. We love where they’re taking us.

08-31
28:43

The Avram Davidson Universe – Season 5, Episode 10 Virgil from Literally Books & “And Don't Forget the One Red Rose"

Send us a text In this episode, Robert from The Wheel of Genre podcast sits down with Virgil from Literally Books for a deep dive into “And Don't Forget the One Red Rose,” originally published in Playboy (September 1975). Also worth checking out: The Price (1989), a short independent film adaptation of And Don’t Forget the One Red Rose, directed by Fareed Al-Mashat. Highly recommended for fans of the story.

08-01
01:11:14

The Avram Davidson Universe – Season 5, Episode 9 S. T. Joshi & “Death of a Damned Good Man”

Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with S.T. Joshi. S.T. is an American literary critic whose work has largely focused on weird and fantastic fiction, especially the life and work of H. P. Lovecraft. We listen to “Death of a Damned Good Man,” originally published in Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine (January 1991), and an excerpt of Avram Davidson on H.P. Lovecraft from his book review column in The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction (January 1963). To be honest, t...

07-01
47:26

The Avram Davidson Universe – Season 5, Episode 8 Taj Bin John & “Ogre in the Vly”

Send us a text In this episode, Damon LaTorella sits down with Taj Bin John. Taj is a podcaster, DJ, and ice cream lover. We listen to “Ogre in the Vly,” originally published in If, July 1959. For more information see www.avramdavidson.com

05-01
01:02:08

The Avram Davidson Universe – Season 5, Episode 7 Scott Bradfield & “The Hills Behind Hollywood High”

Send us a text In this episode we sit down with Scott Bradfield. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scott_Bradfield We listen to “The Hills Behind Hollywood High” and discuss the story. Originally published in The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction, April 1983. It was written by Grania Davis and Avram Davidson. Scott has a new "audio book" being read on Substack. It was written in 1994 and concerned a world where all the political parties agreed on treating...

04-01
01:29:07

The Avram Davidson Universe – Season 5, Episode 6 Missy Erin & “The Deed of the Deft-Footed Dragon”

Send us a text In this episode, Damon LaTorella sits down with Missy Erin. She is a director, producer and writer out of Huntsville Alabama. We listen to “The Deed of the Deft-Footed Dragon,” originally published in Night Cry, Fall 1986.

03-02
40:36

The Avram Davidson Universe -Season 5, Episode 5: Damon LaTorella “The Cobblestones of Saratoga Street”

Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Damon LaTorella. Damon is a writer and comedian from Orlando, Florida, and a former voice actor for Super Mario Logan. We listen to "The Cobblestones of Saratoga Street," originally published in Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine, April 1964.

02-01
51:11

The Avram Davidson Universe -Season 5, Episode 4: Dr. Joshua Begley "Revolver"

Send us a text In this episode, J.E. Coleman sits down with Dr. Joshua Begley and we listen to "Revolver," originally published in Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine, October 1962. Joshua Begley has over a decade of experience teaching English Composition and Creative Writing. He earned his Master’s in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing from Eastern Kentucky University in 2006. Following graduation, he taught for two years at Big Sandy Community and Technical College in Prestons...

12-27
57:05

The Avram Davidson Universe -Season 5, Episode (1) 3: Nathanial House "The Power of Every Root"

Send us a text In this episode, J.E. Coleman sits down with his friend Nathanial House, Co-Founder of Select Start Films. We listen to "The Power of Every Root," originally published in The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction, October 1967.

10-03
01:24:32

The Avram Davidson Universe - Season 5, Episode 1: Avram himself "The Theft of the Mulberry Tree" part 2

Send us a text Part 2 - In this episode, we continue listening to Avram Davidson himself as he prepares for a college lecture and reads Silk and Stuff or The Theft of the Mulberry Tree, originally published in Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine on October 26, 1981. It’s 100% Avram, and I'm excited to share his voice with friends and fans. Please feel free to share this with others and invite fans to follow us. This is part of what became Adventures in Unhistory. Enjoy!

08-31
21:58

The Avram Davidson Universe - Season 5, Episode 1: Avram himslef "The Theft of the Mulberry Tree" part 1

Send us a text Part 1 - In this episode, we listen to Avram Davidson himself as he prepares for a college lecture and reads Silk and Stuff or The Theft of the Mulberry Tree, originally published in Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine on October 26, 1981. It’s 100% Avram, and I'm excited to share his voice with friends and fans. Please feel free to share this with others and invite fans to follow us. This is part of what became Adventures in Unhistory. Enjoy!

08-31
30:01

The Avram Davidson Universe -Season 4, Episode 12: Alice Rea "The Certificate"

Send us a text In this episode, J.E. Coleman sits down with his friend Alice Rea, a freelance artist who has worked on private commission pieces for the past 15 years. Alice enjoys painting both fantasy and sci-fi subjects, as well as real-life subjects. We listen to "The Certificate," originally published in The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction, March 1959 All Star Issue.

08-01
34:43

The Avram Davidson Universe -Season 4, Episode 11: J.E. Coleman "Vergil and the Caged Bird"

Send us a text In this episode we sit down with J.E. Coleman. J.E. Coleman is a Chicago based pulp novelist and tabletop designer currently republishing their works on Amazon and DMSGuild. We listen to "Vergil and the Caged Bird" originally published in Amazing Stories, January 1987.

07-01
32:48

The Avram Davidson Universe - Season 4, Episode 10 Tim Anderson & "Milord Sir Smiht, the English Wizard"

Send us a text In this episode we sit down with a fantastic returning guest Tim Anderson. Tim Newton Anderson is a former journalist and PR manager. He started writing fiction seriously three years ago and has now placed more than 50 pieces in a wide variety of genres and publications. He has been reading science fiction and fantasy from an early age. His blog is at https://atjentertainments.wordpress.com/ and his author Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/timnewtonanderson He also has ...

06-01
01:44:55

The Avram Davidson Universe -Season 4, Episode 9: Rich Horton "Polly Charms, the Sleeping Woman"

Send us a text Today we celebrate Avram Davidson's 101st birthday. In this episode, we sit down with one of our favorite repeat guests, Richard Horton. Rich Horton is a distinguished editor and columnist, known for his contributions to Locus as a short fiction columnist. He also curated "The Year's Best Science Fiction and Fantasy" anthology series for Prime Books. Rich shares his insights and passion for speculative literature on his blog, Strange at Ecbatan. https://rrhorton.blogspot.com/ ...

04-23
01:38:22

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