Episode Fourteen - Myth You Were Here

In this fourteenth episode of EXP-lore, we’re swapping dice for dragons as we dive headfirst into the mythic realm of fantasy fiction. 🐉📚✨

From ancient epics to modern sagas, we explore the rich history of fantasy storytelling—how legends, folklore, and classic literature laid the groundwork for the genre we know today. We trace the lineage from Tolkien to tabletop, dissect the DNA of modern fantasy worlds, and shine a light on the creators who shaped (and sometimes reshaped) the genre.

Then, things take a sharper turn as we tackle a thorny topic: plagiarism in fantasy. Where’s the line between homage and theft? We unpack some controversial cases and ask how originality fits into a genre built on archetypes and ancient tropes.

Whether you're a fan of grimdark epics, enchanted forests, or just want to know why everyone’s obsessed with worldbuilding, this episode is for you. 🧙‍♂️📖🔥

Hosted by your fantasy fiction fans:

Mike Hearnden
Dean Shickle
David Weeks
and
Henry Adair

So grab your spellbook, light a torch, and join us on a journey through the fantastic (and sometimes fraught) landscape of fantasy fiction. 🎤🗺️👀