Through The Wind Door

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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.

Episodes

Feb 9, 2024

Behind The Whitescarves - The First Interview, Part 2

Feb 9, 2024

2hr 24 min

Here's the rest of it and it's extra long. But only slightly because of what I added.

As before, spoilers not just for Steamheart, but for all New Century books released by 2019, including and especially The Princess Thieves.

It's amazing to think so much started here. Enjoy.

Toby's Blog: https://www.tumblr.com/theinquisitivej

The Fireside Alliance Podcast Network:

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Intro is "The Future is Ours" by Scott Holmes of Free Music Archive

Outro is "Let Go" by Beau Young Prince

Jan 24, 2024

Behind The Whitescarves - The First Interview, Part 1

Jan 24, 2024

2hr 6 min

Late 2019, Alex was making the post Steamheart materials after the release of the final episode of the audiodrama. Then he had a banger of an idea: why not ask two fans to interview them instead of just doing content with the cast?

Little did he know what he started.

4 years later, I rerelease these interviews that began with me and Toby and our crappy mics. Complete with added editorials from me, reflecting on how those old interviews sound now, and reflections on what we did and what's to come.

Spoiler warning: We discuss several aspects of all of Phase 1, including elements from The Princess Thieves, which we have not yet covered in the Retrospective. This Warn You.

Enjoy!

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Intro is "The Future is Ours" by Scott Holmes of Free Music Archive

Outro is "Walk Me Home" by P!nk

Sep 13, 2023

Behind the Whitescarves: Panther Soul, Part 8

Sep 13, 2023

2hr 11 min

And here's the final Whitescarves Episode for Panther Soul! Which means it will be years before we talk about it again! Get all your hot takes and insights here!

Felis Ex Machina
Audio Challenges: Editing and Rhyming
How to Deal With Death, both fictional and real
Planet of Cats: What's Next?
Rama-sonas!
Fathers and Sons
Alex Exeunt, Pursued by a Tiger
Maureen's Many Thoughts on Rama

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 "The Future is Ours" by Scott Holmes of Free Music Archive

Midroll Music includes:

"Undertale" from the Undertale OST

"Stand By Me - Violin Cover" by Peter Metarski

"Father and Son (Instrumental)" by Cat Stevens

"Wakanda" and "T'Challa" by Ludwig Goransson

"Deja Vu" by Tsuko G

Outro is "Stand By Me" by Florence and the Machine

Aug 24, 2023

Behind the Whitescarves: Panther Soul, Part 7

Aug 24, 2023

1hr 6 min

It's time to play the music. It's time to light the Blue Flame... It's time for more questions for Alex Shaw.

LGBTQ narrative in Panther Soul
The Many Voices of Kolo
Intensely Appropriate Music
What Does A Cat Need of a Calendar?
Travelling Without A Map
Bloopers!

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 "The Future is Ours" by Scott Holmes of Free Music Archive

Other music includes:

"Decline" by Kevin McCloud

"Circle of Life" and "Wide Sky" by Ald

"Zaad" by Jason Bradley Livesay of Shockwave Sound

"Fear and Hunger" by Miro Haverinen

"Adagio in D" by John Murphy

"Shaman's Hollow", 'Invisible Mountain", "Oasis City", and "Egypt' by Tabletop Audio

Outro is "History Maker" by Dean Fujioka

Jul 31, 2023

Behind the Whitescarves: Panther Soul, Part 6

Jul 31, 2023

1hr 14 min

Behind the Whitescarves: Panther Soul, Part 5

Jul 16, 2023

1hr 17 min

The beginning of the end! We start our final Behind The Whitescarves interview, with Alex, Sharon, and Willow Shaw!

Mostly Alex and Willow this time around, but we start by discussing the origin of this story and how much it's changed from original inception. And then we dive deep about Willow's methodology and the creation of Lia the Lynx as a character (Willow having been involved in small ways since inception, but now taking a lead role in a big way!) Join us for the fun, plus more outtakes!

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 "The Future is Ours" by Scott Holmes of Free Music Archive

Outro is "Born For This" by The Score