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In 2013, Alex Shaw published a small novel called The Cartographer’s Handbook, the first in a series called The New Century Multiverse. The premise is alt history, where post-Civil War America is suddenly overcome with a plague of dangerous monsters that overwhelm the Reconstruction, and bring the nation to its knees. The series is not about its fall, however, but about the heroes that help bring it back from the brink, and step into a wider world that is not the one they knew. New mysteries to unlock, magics to discover, and worlds to explore. Ten years later, the New Century Multiverse is now thirteen books strong, with more on the way. It has had 2 major story arcs, an Avengers style coming together of the heroes of its various books, and multiple worlds and genres to explore. This is its first fan podcast. Through The Wind Door is a deep dive exploration of the novels and their corresponding audiodramas, along with interviews of the cast and creators. Accessible to new readers and long time fans, join Greg and Toby as they share thoughts about this engaging series.
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7 hours ago
7 hours ago
Our final words on the 15th book of the New Century Multiverse. At least for now.
The New Century Multiverse Website:
https://www.newcenturymultiverse.com
Fireside Alliance: https://firesidealliance.squarespace.com/
Intro is "Humanity" by Scott Holmes of Free Music Archive
Other tracks:
"Hurt (Instrumental of Johnny cash cover)" - Toby Fletcher
"Losing Control" David Juylan, Memento OST
"Growing Up Is Hard To Do" "Joyless" "Every Messy Beautiful Part Of Her"- Inside Out 2 OST
"Possible Futures" Amos Roddy
"My Silver Lining (Instrumental)" - First Aid Kit
"Shawshank Redemption" "So was Red"- Tom Newton, The Shawshank Redemption OST
"Heavy Heart" - kevin Mcleod
"A Warm Place" - Nine Inch Nails
"Leaves from the Vine - Instrumental Cover" - Samuel Kim Music
Outros are:
"Burn The Whole House Down" by AJR
"Still Feel" by half alive.
Saturday Jan 17, 2026
Saturday Jan 17, 2026
New year, New book, New thoughts.
Our immediate reaction thoughts to the book release of Black Ronin, a very 2025 novel. Expect potential spoilers for all of New Century in the mix.
The New Century Multiverse Website:
https://www.newcenturymultiverse.com
Fireside Alliance: https://firesidealliance.squarespace.com/
Intro is "Humanity" by Scott Holmes of Free Music Archive
Other tracks include:
"Dragon and Toast" , "Private Reflection", "Despair and Triumph" - Kevin Mcleod
"Undertale" - Undertale OST
"No Mercy", "Way of the Ghost" - Ghost of Tsushima OST
"Creating a Sense of Self" - Inside out 2 OST
The Lonely Shepard", "The Grand Duel"- Kill Bill OST
"How Can I Heal" - David Julyan, Memento OST
"Philosophy in a Teacup" - Trigun OST
Outro is "Kingdom of Cards" by Bad Omens
Friday Dec 26, 2025
Friday Dec 26, 2025
It's been a bit since I put anything out, but more will be coming soon as I had a few things in the pipeline, and this is the first to emerge. As a taster of what's to come with our Best of Media in 2025, here is 11 more games I played this last year that I think people would enjoy. No spoilers, just short recommenations for:
- Cobalt Core
- What Remains of Edith Finch
- Sword of the Sea
- Virginia
- Dead Take
- Killer Frequency
- Wintermoor Tactics Club
- This Bed We Made
- Griftlands
- Eternal Threads
- Lost Records: Bloom and Rage
Intro is "Magical Forest" by Kevin Mcleod
Other tracks include:
"Side Path" "Despair and Triumph""Reverie"- Kevin Mcleod
"Self Defense" - Aaron Cherof
"Edith's Theme" - Jeff Russo
"From a Drop, A Flame" - Austin Wintory
"Decision Mystery" Conor Tissington
"Dear World" - Laika Fawks
"Beth Lambert" -Samuel Derosiers
"Sal" - Griftlands OST
"A Place Like Home", "Dreamers"- Ruth Radelet
Sunday Oct 19, 2025
Sunday Oct 19, 2025
Well. That took way too long. But it will get easier from here. We're not done fighting, and neither are our heroes. Our final discussions on Chapters 15-19, with more hot on its heels.
The New Century Multiverse Website:
https://www.newcenturymultiverse.com
The New Century Multiverse Podcast Feed:
https://newcenturyshow.podbean.com/
The Fireside Alliance Podcast Network:
https://firesidealliance.squarespace.com/
Intro is "Facing Fears" by Beat Mechanik
Midroll includes:
Select Tracks from the Princess Thieves OST
"Grave Matters" "Despair and Triumph" "Ossuary" "Promises to Keep"- Kevin McLeod
"Possible Futures" - Citizen Sleeper OST
"Land of Confusion - Instrumental" - Original by Genesis, cover by Fury Hearted Productions
"Very Busy" Son Lux from the EEAAO OST
"King of Pain - Piano Instrumental" Original by The Police, Instrumental by Jenny Floor
"Precious Illusions - Instrumental" Original by Alanis Morissettle, cover by Just Jane
"Moonrise" by Chad Crouch and "Outro" by Evgeny Teilor
Outro is "Silent Running" by Mike and the Mechanics
Saturday Oct 04, 2025
Saturday Oct 04, 2025
A personal essay on how I found meaning in one particular New Century protagonist, who models my past and my future.
"How can I Heal" - Memento OST
"My Silver Lining" (Instrumental) - First Aid Kit
"Stupid (Instrumental)" -Sarah McLachlan
"Private Reflection", "Wounded", "Magical Forest"- Kevin Mcleod
"Imagined Futures" - Amos Roddy, Citizen Sleeper 2 OST
Saturday Sep 13, 2025
Saturday Sep 13, 2025
Here is the return of your favorite B Team. Kit Chaos, Dr. Stop Motion Skeletons, and your editor Bad Doge. Today we cover both Citizen Sleeper games. Spoilers abound, although you can listen to our show and not have the entire game spoiled for you. I hope it works as a potential encouragement to play, as well as reveal why we love these games. Enjoy.
Citizen Sleeper Lofi background. https://backgrounds.gallery/en/animated/1578650/198042-Lofi%20Background
Citizen Sleeper Soundtrack Retrospective by Amos Roddy:
https://youtu.be/Xy0KklubO4U?si=EfsVGB14pKd0aEd4
All podcast music is by Amos Roddy from the Citizen Sleeper and Citizen Sleeper 2 OSTs, as well as a single track from In Other Waters.
Monday Sep 01, 2025
Monday Sep 01, 2025
Part 2 of our first recording on Seasons 1 and 2 of Severance. This will be the end of the crappy audio, promise. Plenty more is coming, but for a while, a break and editing something else in the can.
Why Milchick’s Story Hurts So Much: Black Survival in White Workplaces
The Fireside Alliance Podcast Network:
https://firesidealliance.squarespace.com/
Intro is "Light Me Up" by Audiorezout of Free Music Archive
Other works include:
Tracks from the Severance OST
Tracks from the Memento OST
"Private Reflection" "Wounded" "Resignation" - Kevin Mcleod
"Love's Recovery (Instrumental)" Song by Indigo Girls, instrumental by Jen Msumba
Sunday Aug 17, 2025
Sunday Aug 17, 2025
One man and two PHDs cover the first two seasons of the Apple TV show Severance. Yes, it is that good, but it's also a Lot, especially now. Full spoilers, so only listen if caught up.
Lumon is Listening.
https://youtu.be/mlBkUeqNRS4?si=zS7vSCK4tQf7Temq - Severance and the Poetics of Science Fiction
The Fireside Alliance Podcast Network:
https://firesidealliance.squarespace.com/
Intro is "Light Me Up" by Audiorezout of Free Music Archive
Other works include:
Tracks from the Severance OST
Tracks from the Memento OST
"Colorless Aura", "Dark Times", "Touching Moments", and "Sovereign" by Kevin Macleod
"Winter Song (Instrumental)" - Sarah Bareilles, Ingrid Michaelson
"A playlist for Exploring Liminal Spaces" by Nobody
Sunday Jul 13, 2025
Sunday Jul 13, 2025
Part 2 of our discussions with Nama Chibitty on New Century, but mostly all about Castle of the Moon. Including his contributions, thoughts on religion, and a banger of a final thesis at the end.
The New Century Multiverse Website:
https://www.newcenturymultiverse.com
Fireside Alliance: https://firesidealliance.squarespace.com/
Intro is "All Star" by Beat Mechanik
Midroll includes:
"Force of Nature" - cover by Shintermyi, Original by Miracle of Sound,
"Babylon"- Kevin Macleod
"The Other Promise" Kingdom Hearts OST
Several movements from Rutter's "Requiem" as performed by Alice Halstead, The Cambridge Singers, and the Aurora Orchestra, 2016
"Simon (Instrumental)" cover by Jonas Agerlund, "Somewhere In Between (Instrumental) cover by Robert Uludag and "Unknown" , all originals by Lifehouse
"Kyrie" - piano cover by Justin Stretch, original by Mr. Mister,
"Hallelujah (Instrumental)" by Jeff Buckley
"Xenk Yendar" by Lorne Balfe from the Honor Among Thieves OST
"Let Go" by Beau Young Prince
"Let Go" piano cover by Mike Bivona, original by Frou Frou
"Undertale 071" from the Undertale OST
Justice League Main Titles" by Lolita Ritmanis and Michael McCuistion
Outro is "Let Go" by Frou Frou
Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
It's been a long time coming. Here is part 1 of our interview with longtime and fan and part time contributor to New Century, Nama Chibitty. Full spoilers discussion for his readthrough of the series up to Castle of the Moon, which will be saved for part 2!
The New Century Multiverse Website:
https://www.newcenturymultiverse.com
Fireside Alliance: https://firesidealliance.squarespace.com/
Intro is "All Star" by Beat Mechanik
Midroll includes:
"Journey to the End of My Life" - All Star Weekend
"Without You (Instrumental)" - David Guetta covered by the Piano Guys
"About Damn Time" - Lizzo
"Make Your Decision" - Dan Phillipson
"Force of Nature" - Original by Miracle of Sound, cover by Shintermyi
Tracks from the Back to the Future OST
"Americana". "Long Road Ahead". "Skye Cullin". and "Thunder Dreams"- Kevin Macleod
"Agent in Shanghai" - Mark John Petrie
"Jack the Lumberer" - Alexander Nakarada
"Arrival" by I Sazonov
"Ly o Lay Ale Loya" - Cipi Crisan
Outro is "Set Fire to the Rain" by Adele