Episodes

4d ago

Cillian has offered to give up the Olorun if the crew doesn’t want to come with him on Fanaka’s next job. To convince them, he’s agreed to let Fanaka tell them of his past — a past he has kept hidden until now. Written by Scott Sigler and J.C. Hutchins Performed by Scott Sigler Directed by AB Kovacs Production Assistance by Allie Press Engineered by Steve Riekeberg Theme music is the song “Battle Cry” by SUPERWEAPON . Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 12

The Olorun crew dodged death, yet now their guest faces a different kind of trouble as accusations of sexism and speciesism fly. Written by Scott Sigler and J.C. Hutchins Performed by Scott Sigler Directed by AB Kovacs Production Assistance by Allie Press Engineered by Steve Riekeberg Theme music is the song “Battle Cry” by SUPERWEAPON . Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 5

Cillian’s old comrade Fanaka came aboard the Olorun, and within hours, the freighter found itself in a firefight with ships owned by the Pontski Sisters. The Olorun suffered damage, but thanks to a clever trick by new crewmember Aya Omiatta, it managed to escape to the void. Written by Scott Sigler and J.C. Hutchins Performed by Scott Sigler Directed by AB Kovacs Production Assistance by Allie Press Engineered by Steve Riekeberg Theme music is the song “Battle Cry” by SUPERWEAPON . Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 28

Cillian’s old comrade in arms, Fanaka, has come on board the Olorun. She was on the ship decades ago, but a lot has changed since then — both with the Olorun and with Cillian. The datacube Fanaka tricked Cillian into transporting across the galaxy doesn’t belong to Fanaka. It belongs to the Pontski Sisters. And they…are not…happy. Written by Scott Sigler and J.C. Hutchins Performed by Scott Sigler Directed by AB Kovacs Production Assistance by Allie Press Engineered by Steve Riekeberg Theme music is the song “Battle Cry” by SUPERWEAPON . Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 21

Fanaka convinced Cillian to continue a dangerous job, but Cillian is only one-fourth of the crew of the Olorun. For Fanaka to get what she wants, she needs the buy-in from Zan, Beans, and Aya. Written by Scott Sigler and J.C. Hutchins Performed by Scott Sigler Directed by AB Kovacs Production Assistance by Allie Press Engineered by Steve Riekeberg Theme music is the song “Battle Cry” by SUPERWEAPON . Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 14

Fanaka convinced Cillian to continue a dangerous job, but Cillian is only one-fourth of the crew of the Olorun. For Fanaka to get what she wants, she needs the buy-in from Zan, Beans, and Aya. Written by Scott Sigler and J.C. Hutchins Performed by Scott Sigler Directed by AB Kovacs Production Assistance by Allie Press Engineered by Steve Riekeberg Theme music is the song “Battle Cry” by SUPERWEAPON . Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 7

Cillian sat down with Fanaka Tolvaj, a.k.a. “the bitch who knows everything.” Cillian thought he’d pushed his past down, hidden it away, but Fanaka won’t let him ignore his failures or his cowardly betrayal of a solemn oath. Written by Scott Sigler and J.C. Hutchins Performed by Scott Sigler Directed by AB Kovacs Production Assistance by Allie Press Engineered by Steve Riekeberg Theme music is the song “Battle Cry” by SUPERWEAPON . Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 31

Cillian and company tried to finish the job of delivering a case they hauled across the galaxy, only to find that the delivery was a setup. Who was responsible for it? Someone Cillian thought long-since dead. He flew out into the desert to meet her — to meet the Bitch Who Knows Everything. Written by Scott Sigler and J.C. Hutchins Performed by Scott Sigler Directed by AB Kovacs Production Assistance by Allie Press Engineered by Steve Riekeberg Theme music is the song “Battle Cry” by SUPERWEAPON . Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 24

Aya Omiata is the Olorun’s newest crew member. Trained since childhood to be a lethal, tactical chess master, she’s fled her home in the League of Planets and has been on the run ever since, right up until she joined Cillian’s crew. But she’s only a member of that team on an interim basis — can she make the cut and make the ship her home? Written by Scott Sigler and J.C. Hutchins Performed by Scott Sigler Directed by AB Kovacs Production Assistance by Allie Press Engineered by Steve Riekeberg Theme music is the song “Battle Cry” by SUPERWEAPON . Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 17

The story opened with the Killer in action. Thirty-seven years later, we see how far the aging legend has fallen. He’s lost his family, his cause, and he’s lost himself. Written by Scott Sigler and J.C. Hutchins Performed by Scott Sigler Directed by AB Kovacs Production Assistance by Allie Press Engineered by Steve Riekeberg Theme music is the song “Battle Cry” by SUPERWEAPON . Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 10

He’s been known by many names, but more than any other, he is called “The Killer.” Written by Scott Sigler and J.C. Hutchins Performed by Scott Sigler Directed by AB Kovacs Production Assistance by Allie Press Engineered by Steve Riekeberg Theme music is the song “Battle Cry” by SUPERWEAPON . Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 2

Scott and ARealGirl take more questions from the Junkies on THE CHAMPION and anything else they think up. Produced by ⁠Steve Riekeberg⁠ Production Assistance by ⁠Allie Press⁠ Podcast Consulting by ⁠Evo Terra⁠ Theme Music by ⁠Superweapon⁠ Copyright 2025 by ⁠Empty Set Entertainment⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 29

Scott and ARealGirl take questions from the Junkies on THE CHAMPION and anything else they think up. Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 28

That's all for THE CHAMPION! Hope you enjoyed GFL Book V. Up next for the Galactic Football League is the sixth novella, THE STONE WOLVES! Before Episode 1, there is some Q&A goodness for you to check out, recorded after the initial release of THE CHAMPION. Stick around for questions on THE CHAMPION, GFL, and anything else the Junkies thought up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 28

At the end of the last episode, Quentin blocked as Becca Montagne ran behind him — and then over him — for the go-ahead touchdown. With less than a minute to play in the Galaxy Bowl, the Krakens cling to a slim lead, but it’s not over … not as long as Don Pine has the ball in his hands. Can Ionath hold off the Jupiter Jacks and repeat as GFL champs? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 25

For the Galaxy Bowl, an injured Quentin Barnes has turned over the quarterbacking reins to Becca the Wrecka Montagne, but he’ll be damned if he’ll stay off the field for what might very well be his last game ever. He has spent five years building a true team, and that’s critical, because only with a pure team effort can the Krakens defeat Don Pine and the Jupiter Jacks. Will the Krakens repeat as Galaxy Bowl champions? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 22

The Krakens were preparing for the Galaxy Bowl when explosions rocked The Touchback, the team ship. Jonathan Sandoval had infiltrated the ship in an effort to kill Quentin Barnes. Quentin survived the attempt, but several others died in the sabotage and the fighting. Now the young quarterback must deal with his grief and his wounds, as he tries to prepare for the GFL’s championship game against Don Pine and the Jupiter Jacks. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 21

During the Galaxy Bowl press day onboard the Touchback, Quentin, Nancy Wolf, Trevor Haney, Hokor the Hookchest, Virak the Mean, and Gredok the Splithead were in a private meeting in the ship’s virtual reality practice field. Captain Kate Cheevers came over the ship’s PA to report a detonation — an explosion somewhere onboard the ship. A second explosion — this time in the VR room itself — knocked Quentin unconscious. In this episode, we learn of the results of this catastrophe. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 18

The Krakens finished the regular season undefeated at 12-0, and are seeded first in the playoffs. The road to defending their GFL title begins now. But Quentin’s past is about to catch up with him in a big way. Will that knock Ionath out of title contention? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 15

Last week, Quentin Barnes sat on the bench as Becka “The Wrecka” Montagne lined up at Quarterback and led the undefeated Krakens to a narrow one-point win over Buddha City. Will Quentin’s concussion keep him off the field for this week’s tilt against rival Wabash Wolfpack? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 14

The Krakens are 11-0 and have clinched a playoff berth. But a cheap shot from Yalla the Biter knocked Quentin out cold, giving the Ionath quarterback a concussion. Now Quentin’s health status must be determined by league doctors before he is allowed to play in the regular season — or, possibly, in the playoffs. Will Quentin line up for the Orange and the Black this week, or will one of the backups lead the team against the Buddha City Elite? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 11

It's Week 10 of the GFL season, and only a pair of undefeated teams remain: the Ionath Krakens and the OS1 Orbiting Death — two teams about to square off at Orbital Station One’s “Black Hole.” It’s the biggest rivalry in the league, and it’s about to go down. The winner of the game locks up a playoff berth. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 8

After a bye week, the Krakens remain undefeated at 7-0, and head into a critical matchup against the To Pirates. For the last few weeks of the season, Quentin has been blackmailed by Jonathan Sandoval, sports reporter and agent of the Creterakian Ministry of Religion. Sandoval has threatened to tell the CMR the real size of the Church of Quentin Barnes, a number so high the CMR would immediately order Quentin’s execution. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 7

In the last episode, the mole for the Zoroastrian Guild was uncovered. Now Quentin has to deal with the fallout. He knows all-pro offensive guard Michael Kimberlin and backup defensive lineman Jason Procknow were involved as well. Quentin has to decide if he’ll turn them over to GFL commissioner Rob Froese or if he’ll keep the secret of two men who might be party to murderous terrorist acts. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 4

The Krakens enter the by week undefeated, 7-0, and in sole possession of first place in the Planet Division. Good thing they have the week off, as Quentin is still recovering from the broken collarbone he suffered last week against the D’Oni Ceolocanths. As the Krakens return from that game, Yolanda and Whykor the Aware are finishing up their investigation — who is the Zoroastrian Guild spy? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 1

GFL commissioner Rob Froese informed Quentin that someone aboard the Touchback was sending messages to the Zoroastrian guild, messages that coincided with lethal terrorist attacks. To find this culprit, Frose embedded his assistant, Whykor the Aware, and reporter Yolanda Davenport aboard the Touchback, under the guise of doing a feature story on Quentin. As this off-the-field drama plays out, the Krakens kick off against the D’Oni Ceolocanths. Kopor the Climber is the starting fullback, to replace Becca Montagne, who has moved to 3rd-string QB. Can Kopor finally step up and give Quentin the pass protection he needs, or will the merciless Ceolocanth pass rush send Quentin to an early grave? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 28

The Krakens were onboard the Touchback and about to punch out for a road game at New Whitok when the Regulator — flagship of the GFL — appeared. Quentin was ordered to his own quarters to meet with League Commissioner Rob Froese. The last time Froese was on the touchback, someone got busted for mods and was never heard from again? What does Froese want this time? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 25

The attack on Quentin and his teammates at the Neptune Net Colony almost ended in disaster. The team is shaken up, and some of the Krakens want answers. Quentin is the only one who knows Jonathan Sandoval was both Quentin’s rescuer and now his blackmailer, threatening to tell the Creterakian Ministry of Religion about the true size of the Church of Quentin Barnes unless Quentin forks over a huge sum of money. Quentin can’t tell anyone, or Sandoval will rat him out, and the CMR will want Quentin dead. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 21

The Krakens just defeated the Scarlet Fliers, pride of the Neptune Net Colony. Quentin promised John Tweedy that he would join the Tweedy brothers for a night on the town. Little does Quentin know that, for weeks, his every move has been watched by an agent of the Creterakian Ministry of Religion. Quentin and that agent are about to come face-to-face. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 18

The trade deadline is here, and the Krakens have made their moves. They stand undefeated at 4-0. As Kopor the Climber’s first game as the starting fullback is against the Neptune Scarlet Fliers, who are 2-1, and ready to knock off the defending Galaxy Bowl Champs. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 14

Earlier in the year, the Krakens cut two players — the Ki lineman Gan-Ta-Kapil, and the Sklorno receiver Richfield. Richfield said she was heading out to see the universe and spread the word of her “godling,” Quentin Barnes. In Episode #22, Becca Montagne and Danny Lundy executed a power play that would make that week’s tilt against the Yall Criminals her last as a fullback, meaning Kopor the Climber will have to get up to speed to become the team’s starter at that position. The Krakens beat the Criminals to move to 4-0 on the season. Following the game, Quentin headed for the Ki Baths to clean up for the post-game press conference. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 11

The Krakens are 3-and-0, but this week they face rivals in the Yall Criminals, led by former GFL MVP Rick Renaud. Following the away game at Coranadillana, this away game at Yall means the Krakens only have a day back at Ionath to take care of any business — and that business proves critical when Quentin’s agent shows up, demanding the Krakens make a trade. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 7

The Krakens just defeated the Sheb Stalkers to move to 2-0 on the season. Nothing gets easier, though — the Krakens travel to Coranadillana Cloud Killers, a team against which Quentin has zero wins and three losses. In fact, they are the only Planet Division team he hasn’t beaten. Can he finally get off the schnide? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 4

Gredok the Splithead offered to give Quentin’s sister Jeanine an apartment in the Krakens Building, an offer that Quentin accepted. Since returning from her rescue, though, he has seen little of her. On the gridiron, the Krakens won their Week One regular season opener against the Isis Ice Storm. Ionath dives right into Week 2, when they host the Sheb Stalkers, also 1-0, in a cross-divisional matchup. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 31

It’s opening week of the GFL season, featuring the Ionath Krakens playing host to rival Isis Ice Storm. With the end of the pre-season, however, comes the last cuts that make up the final roster. Who stays, who goes, and come kickoff, who wins? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 28

Becca Montagne is pushing to take the third spot on the quarterback depth chart, but Quentin is pushing back, hard. He wants his All-Pro fullback to stay where she is, blocking for him and for Ju Tweedy. Quentin convinced Gredok to trade for quarterback Trevor Haney, who will start the season 3rd on the depth chart behind Number-Two QB Yhitzak Goldman. Goldman still hasn’t forgiven Quentin for passing him over in the Galaxy Bowl. As we enter the third week of the pre-season, Quentin is running out of time to get his teammates on the same page. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 24

During the off-season, Quentin, Becca, and Choto the Bright attended the Tier Three tournament together, scouting for new players to join the Galaxy Bowl-defending Krakens. It’s the second week of pre-season, the time for those rookies to arrive. Quentin is expecting a backup quarterback to round out the depth chart. Did Gredok the Splithead acquire the player Quentin wanted? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 21

The Krakens were back at “The Big Eye” in Ionath City to open up training camp. Now, the Krakens head into Week Two of the pre-season. But things aren’t all football — when Quentin & Co were in the Portath Cloud, they were visited by a projection of Petra Prawatt, the living God of the Prawatt race. She used Cormorant Bumberpuff to project herself and deliver a message about a pending intergalactic invasion. Quentin can’t trust Bumberpuff, and tension between the two All-Pro players remains high. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 17

The off-season distractions are over, and it’s finally time for the pre-season. The defending GFL-champion Ionath Krakens get ready as a team, but one individual element remains: Becca’s rookie contract. Earlier in the story, Quentin promised Becca he would help her with this — by introducing her to his agent. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 14

Quentin finally gets some time to enjoy his status as the Galaxy Bowl MVP. He’s off to Earth, then it’s time to scout for new players at the Tier Three Tournament. Then, a return to Ionath and a stressful visit with Ma Tweedy. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 10

Quentin Barnes and his friends traveled to the Portath Cloud, where they successfully rescued his sister, Jeanine, and his friend, Fred. That rescue hinged upon a duel to the death between John Tweedy and the Portath known as “The Gouger.” With freedom won, Quentin & Co. become the first sentients to leave the Portath Cloud in decades. Now, finally heading back to Ionath, Quentin faces a different yet equally terrifying challenge: finally telling Rebecca Montagne how he feels about her. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 7

To save his sister Jeanine and his friend Fred, Quentin challenged the Portath known as The Gouger to a duel. When Quentin was preparing for this ultimate showdown, he was sucker-punched by John Tweedy, who is going to step into the pit to fight in Quentin’s place. With a broken jaw and pain meds in his system, Quentin is helpless to do anything but watch John fight to the death. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 3

To win his sister’s freedom, Quentin challenged the Portath known as “The Gouger” to a duel to the death. He’ll have to fight with the awkward “double crescent” knives, the traditional weapon of that race. If Quentin steps into the stone pit for this fight, will he make it out alive? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 30

The quest is almost over. Quentin finally gets to see his sister. In the massive Portath ship, Quentin and his friends learn that the “Bermuda Triangle” of the galaxy is not all it seems. But to get his sister out, will Quentin have to face… the Gouger? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 26

Quentin and his friends have met the mostly unknown Portath. In that meeting, he came to learn that the kidnapping of his sister wasn’t set up by a rival team or a revenge-minded gangster, but none other than the living god herself, Petra Prawatt, so she could deliver a message to the Prawatt about a pending galactic-scale invasion from a race known as the Abernessia. Petra’s tool for this manipulation? Cormerant Bumberpuff, Quentin’s Ionath Krakens teammate. Quentin needs to find out Bumberpuff’s involvement, and find a way to free his sister, his friends, and himself from the Portath. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 23

Quentin and his friends have made first contact with Hulsey, a Human representative of the as-yet-unseen Portath. Hulsey gave the grim news that while she could help Quentin find his lost sister, Jeanine, and his friend Fred, that wouldn’t do Quentin much good, because he and his friends would never be allowed to leave the Portath Cloud. Instead of rescuing his sister, is Quentin doomed to remain just as lost as she was? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 19

Quentin and his friends are aboard the Rosalind Franklin, a living Prawatt ship. Rosalind just entered the portath cloud looking for Quentin’s missing sister and his friend Fred, who were onboard Quentin’s yacht, the Hypatia. Rosalind’s proximity alarm just sounded — there is a ship inbound, and it’s not the Hypatia. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 16

Quentin and his friends are aboard the Rosalind Franklin, a living Prawatt ship. Rosalind was swallowed up by a massive Rewall ship, which she nicknamed “Joey,” in hopes of having the Rewall take her into the Portath Cloud, where Quentin & Co. could continue the search for his sister. The thing was, as the Rewall tentacles closed in and engulfed her, she couldn’t say for sure if Joey was going to transport them … or digest them, killing everyone in a tidal wave of acid. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 12

Quentin and his friends rendezvous with Cormorant Bumberpuff on the Rosalind Franklin, an intelligent Prawatt ship that will escort them to the Portath Cloud. But to reach this desolate place, Rosalind needs help from the Rewall, one of the strangest sentient races in the galaxy. As Rosalind heads to Rewall space, Michael Kimberlin tries to bring Quentin up to speed on what little is known of this bizarre species. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 9

Quentin, Becca, John, Ju, George Starger, Michael Kimberlin, and Doc Patah have slipped away from Hittoni and the ever-present control of Gredok the Splithead. Aboard the Burly Brown, they head out for a deep-space rendezvous with an as-yet unidentified Prawatt ship, to be procured by Cormorant Bumberpuff. If that rendezvous is successful, they will all fly into the Portath Cloud to find Fred and Jeanine. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 5

Hours after the Galaxy Bowl, Quentin is still in the locker room, waiting for Messal the Efficient to organize the mission to save Quentin’s sister Jeanine. The crowds are gone, and the final stragglers are filtering out of the stadium — can Quentin slip away unseen, or will Gredok the Splithead stop him from leaving? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 2

Quentin knows his objective — save Fred and his sister — but how will he get to the Portath Cloud to do so? Gredok is watching him, not to mention the fact that everyone, everywhere, knows his face. Quentin needs help from his teammates and from an old friend you might not expect. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 29

Quentin Barnes and his Krakens just achieved ultimate glory on the gridiron. No sooner did they get down to the locker room after the massive post-game celebration than Messal the Efficient — Quyth Worker and manager of the Krakens — told Quentin there was a message from his sister, Jeanine. Jeanine was on Quentin’s yacht, the Hypatia, which was piloted by Frederico Esteban Guissepe Gonzaga, the private investigator Quentin hired to protect her. Under attack by an unknown assailant, Fred had no choice but to take the Hypatia into the Portath Cloud, the “Bermuda Triangle” of the galaxy, from which no ship returns. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 26

Part II of our Q&A episode, where Scott and ARealGirl cover Junkie questions, including using fan names as part of a story, the demise of the forums at scottsigler.com, the future of StorySmack, and more! Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 26

Scott Sigler and ARealGirl sit down to answer fan questions about THE REEF, the GFL, THE CRYPT, and other Sigler works. Part 1 of 2 (there were many, many questions). Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 25

That's all for THE REEF! Hope you enjoyed GFL Novella V. Up next for the Galactic Football League is Book V, THE CHAMPION! Before Episode 1, there are not one, but two Q & A episodes recorded after the initial release of THE REEF. Stick around for questions on THE REEF, GFL, and anything else the Junkies thought up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 22

Marshall North, Goolie, and Fluff brought Break-My-Back’s criminal element to justice. So what happens now? Does Chai get his second chance, or will he face justice of his own? The story of THE REEF comes to a close. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 19

Chai, Fluff, Goolie, and Old Blue are assaulting Valenti's criminal headquarters. Stack up the corpses — all debts are about to be paid in full. The battle of Break-My-Back comes to a final and bloody end. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 15

Thanks to Dirk Tolouse, maker of Schmechs™, Chai and Goolie survived their Date with Dottie. Now, Goolie, Chai, and their few allies go head-to-head with Gabriel, Donnie, Wital the Hammer, Valenti, and a passel of Valenti’s goons. Turn the burner to “high,” as we head into the last two episodes of THE REEF. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 12

Chai and Goolie brought their badges and bad attitudes to Break My Back, where they — literally — laid down the law. Now, the marshals set out to reunite with the one woman who took care of Chai time and time again. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 8

Chai returns to Break-My-Back, but this time he’s got a mission, and he’s got a badge. While he’s been away, his enemies have been busy — what traps have they prepared for him? Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 5

A new town, a new jail — Chai can’t seem to change luck. Or can he? If he doesn’t cut a deal with the law this time, he’ll swing from the hangman’s noose. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 1

With Garbriel and Tong hot on their trail, Chai and Goolie seek refuge in the town of Kick-My-Nuts. But beware, for here there be lawmen… Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 28

Gabriel and Tong have stolen another bounty hunter’s prize — delivering that prize puts them in front of Oeming Valenti, the baddest man on the Reef. Chai makes a new friend as well, a sentient just as likely to kill him as to help him. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 24

Chiayal North has to stand by and watch as fighters brawl on the blood-stained canvas of “the Triumph.” Can he resist the urge to climb back into the ring? Everyone in town has turned their back on him — all but one. Chai pays a visit to Break-My-Back’s hooker with a heart of gold. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 21

Chaiyal North is stuck in the town of Break-My-Back, a domed city on the Reef, far out on the frontiers of known space. In Break-My-Back, he’s worked as a bodyguard and an enforcer, but he’s just been banned from any freelance work. Without a credit to his name, he heads to the one place he hopes he can find some direction — the Brace, Break-My-Back’s worst dive bar. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 17

Meet Dirk Tolouse, maker of spare-part mechs so mismatched he calls them “shmechs” (it’s a branding thing). To build his schmech empire, Dirk borrowed money from Omeng Valenti, the crimelord of the town Break-My-Back. The time to pay off that loan has come due, and Dirk isn’t going to like Valenti’s method of collecting. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 14

Chiyal “the Heretic” North has hit rock bottom — or has he? On the run from crime lord Gredok the Splithead, Chai has fled to THE REEF, a planetoid on the frontier of the known galaxy. With no job, no rules, and no bods, this fighter is about to discover that he can’t punch his way out of everything. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 10

Welcome to THE REEF, a GFL novella co-written by Scott and Matt Wallace . THE REEF works fine as a stand-alone story, but better as a sequel to TITLE FIGHT , also by Matt & Scott. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 9

Buckle up, Junkies! We're heading to THE REEF! Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 7

It's all over but the questions, Junkies, and this is a huge episode where we give y'all all the answers. Well, most of the answers. Awwwww yeah! Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 3

Well, Junkies, all great stories must come to a close, and THE MVP is no exception. What's in store for Quentin and the Krakens as we finish up Book IV and prepare for Book V? Listen in to find out. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 31

The Galaxy Bowl is over and a new champion has been crowned. As a universe tunes in to the most-watched event in the history of everything, the winners celebrate and trophies are raised. Who will be named as "The MVP," the greatest game's greatest player? And if you think this story is over, well, you've got another thing coming...and so does Quentin Barnes. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 27

You have suffered through several cliff-hangery moments, but in this episode we finish the Galaxy Bowl XXVII. Either your Ionath Krakens or the Jupiter Jacks will walk away as champions. In the last episode, Quentin Barnes wants to win so bad, he had Doc Patah cut off his ravaged pinkie so he could finish the game. Everyone is hurt, the wind is ripping, and the snow-covered field is drenched in blood as the Krakens ready themselves for the game's final drive. Down by five, they need a touchdown to win. Will Quentin & Co. culminate four seasons of pain and sacrifice with a title, or will they have to suffer the loss and prepare for next year in GFL Book V? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 24

We're in the thick of the Galaxy bowl, and that beautiful trophy is up for grabs. The Jupiter Jacks hold a slim lead on the Ionath Krakens. Quentin faces his biggest challenge yet and must draw from his inner warrior to show unparalleled toughness. Becca "The Wrecka" Montagne steps in for late-game heroics, while the will of Yhitzak Goldman's is put to the test. And if you think Jacks quarterback Don Pine is going to go quietly into that goodnight, think again. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 20

The Galaxy Bowl is heating up! It's Quentin and the Krakens vs. Don Pine and the Jupiter Jacks. Injuries have started to take their toll on both teams, and the gridiron runs red (and purple, and black) with blood. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 17

It's the Galaxy Bowl! It's Quentin Barnes and his Ionath Krakens vs. former Ionath quarterback Don Pine and his Jupiter Jacks. This will not be pretty, people. Can Quentin, John, Becca, and company become champions? One game left to see if they achieve immortality. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 13

The Krakens are just one game away from the Galaxy Bowl. Can they defeat arch-rival OS1 Orbiting Death — on the road at "the Black Hole" — to earn a crack at a GFL title? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 10

IT'S THE PUH-PUH-PLAYOFFS! The Krakens squeaked into the big show, but their crappy record pits them against the Yall Criminals, also known as "The Best Team Ever Assembled." Yes, even better than the '60s Packers, the '70s Steelers, the '80s Niners, the '90s Cowboys, and so on. Thanks for making the post-season, Krakens. Enjoy it while it lasts. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 6

The final game of the season against the To Pirates gives the Krakens an outside chance at making the playoffs. Can Quentin survive the safety blitz of Ciudad Juarez, the league's second-most lethal player of all time? Or will Ciudad send Barnes to "the gridiron of the immortals?" Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 3

The Krakens take on rival Wabash in a battle of playoff hopefuls. A victory gives Ionath a winning record; can they get the win? And off the field, John Tweedy's rage spills out into Ionath City's club district and puts the entire season at risk. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 27

Quentin learns of a love triangle between John Tweedy, Rebecca Montagne, and a mystery person. The Krakens struggle to keep their playoff hopes alive as we head into the final three games of the season. It's not over yet, folks. Can Ionath put together a late-season run and take a shot at the title? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 24

With Quentin at quarterback, the Krakens have never beat the Coranadillana Cloud Killers, led by their dominant defensive end Jesper Schultz. Will this be the year for Ionath? It's a must-win game if the Krakens are to stay in the playoff hunt. Off the field, a game-changing personal event forces Quentin to re-evaluate his life decisions. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 23

Quentin and the Krakens return to Sklorno Dynasty space, where the Touchback was once hammered by pirates and sentients died. Will Quentin be thrown into another space battle, or will he and his teammates reach Alimum untouched for a showdown with the Armada? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 20

The racism between the Prawatt and the Sklorno reaches critical levels. Quentin, John, and Ju bring in an expert disciplinarian to solve the problem once and for all. The episode exemplifies the meritocracy of sport as the Krakens square off against the Shorah Warlords. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 17

So, no teasers this time, just enjoy. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 16

Quentin makes his first return to the Purist Nation since the day he left for The Combine all the way back in Book I of the GFL series. He leads his Krakens against the Buddha City Elite in a critical Tier One match-up. Will Quentin's homeland welcome him as a hero or a villain? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 13

The Krakens square off against arch-rivals the OS1 Orbiting Death. A loss here, and the season is all but over. John Tweedy tries to bridge the inter-species cultural barrier by giving the Prawatt a rousing halftime speech. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 10

As the season collapses and the Krakens face relegation, Quentin refuses to compromise and stands by the players that he brought in. Does Quentin overplay his hand when he tries to trade Don Pine for a former Kraken? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 9

Bumberpuff and his crew are integrating into the Krakens, at least as best they can. But can the Prawatt and the Sklorno overcome years of confrontation and work together on the field? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 6

Quentin's risky gambit is taking too long to develop, so he pushes for another solution — trading Don Pine to the Tier 2 Mars Planets. What will happen when the two-time Galaxy Bowl-winning quarterback finally leaves Ionath? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 3

Quentin, John, Becka, and Crazy George Starcher try to recruit new talent for the Krakens – they only have to risk the wrath of Gredok, Hokor, and Virak the Mean to do so. Will it be worth the risk? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 2

Quentin launches a crazy plan to get the Krakens back into playoff contention, but his actions will enrage Gredok the Splithead. The loyalty of Quentin's friends is put to the test: he will do anything to win...are his friends as committed as he is? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 30

The fallout from the game against the Texas Earthlings puts the Krakens in a tough spot. Quentin finally gets a face-to-face wtih Gredok the Splithead, the first such meeting since the disastrous dinner at Torba the Hungry's in THE ALL PRO. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 27

Quentin and the Krakens head to Earth for a Week Two tilt against the Texas Earthlings and Quentin's old PNFL rival, Alonzo Castro. Can Ionath notch their first win of the season? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 26

Game on! The first game of the regular season pits Ionath against the Isis Ice Storm. Is this the Krakens' year? Quentin and his teammates say goodbye to career-long Krakens players, giving him another insight into the many facets of Gredok the Splithead. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 23

A pre-season injury throws the Krakens' future into question. John Tweedy demands new players for his defense, but the way he wants to do it rubs Quentin the wrong way. And once again, the rumors start up of Becca "The Wrecka" Montagne taking Quentin's spot at quarterback. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 20

Free agency signings rob the Krakens of two key players, forcing Quentin, Hokor the Hookchest, and Gredok the Splithead to scramble for replacements. With only two weeks of pre-season left before the first game, every moment counts. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 19

Quentin gets the best birthday present he never knew he wanted. An unexpected conflict on the Hypatia , Quentin's yacht, threatens to change the entire season before it even begins. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 16

Quentin savors the first day of practice as he and the Krakens finally get down to the business of football. John Tweedy has an agenda all his own, and Quentin will have to cope. We also hear from everyone's favorite broadcast, the Galaxy's Greatest Sports Show with Dan, Akbar, & Tarat the Smasher. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 13

The Krakens finally leave Prawatt Jihad space, and we learn that more than just sports fans have their eye on Quentin Barnes. As Quentin and his teammates return to Ionath City, he is reminded of all that has been lost in the team's endless pursuit for a title. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 12

Quentin and the Krakens deal with the aftermath of "The Game" and start to plan for the season ahead and the future of the franchise. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 9

Quentin sets foot on a new world. He must use his few interpersonal skills to navigate it. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 6

The Krakens again face the unknown: What new threat will come through the landing bay doors? Virak the Mean puts his military experience to work as Quentin and his teammates prepare to fight for their lives. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 5

The Krakens are in dire straits as Quentin and his friends wake up into a new nightmare... Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 2

It's the conclusion of "The Game" against the Prawatt. Either Quentin and the Krakens win the game and their freedom, or they lose, and their Sklorno teammates are as good as dead. A new meaning of "must-win" as Ionath battles in the Black Arena. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 30, 2024

GAME ON!!!! Quentin and the Krakens square off against the Prawatt in "The Game," a hard-hitting, lethal contest with roots all the way back to Old Earth. If the Krakens win, they go free. If they lose, say bye-bye-bye to their Sklorno teammates. The Sklorno and Prawatt species have been in various states of war for hundreds of years; don't expect them to start being nice to each other now. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 29, 2024

Quentin Barnes and the Ionath Krakens find themselves in dire straits. Captured by the Prawatt Jihad, their Touchback engulfed by the largest ship ever constructed, Quentin & Co. must prepare to play "The Game." Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 26, 2024

Here it is, Junkies -- the first episode of THE MVP , Book IV in the GFL series. If you recall the end of Book III in this series, our fighting Krakens were stranded in a place they did not want to be, about to be boarded by sentients they did not want to meet. We pick up the story right from there. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 24, 2024

That's a wrap for THE REPORTER, the fourth GFL novella. THE MVP (SEASON 8) is next in the feed. The entire GFL series incorporates nine novels and six novellas into one unified timeline. In short, you have many stories ahead of you. I have many other full-length podcast stories outside of the GFL series. If hard-science horror is your bag, dive into the Infected Trilogy. Three seasons. Eighty-eight episodes. 53 hours of blood-drenched carnage. Do you dig monster stories? Then you'll love ANCESTOR, my summer blockbuster monsters-on-an-island story, or NOCTURNAL, which I describe as LETHAL WEAPON meets HELLBOY. Sorta. And, of course, subscribe to my free weekly fiction series, Scott Sigler Slices, the world's longest-running fiction podcast. To see more of my works, search for Scott Sigler at Amazon and at Audible.com. To learn more about me , cause I'm so damn fancy, visit scottsigler.com. I'm on all the socials as @scottsiger, one word. Thank you for spending your time with me and my story, THE REPORTER. I hope you dig the rest of the GFL series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 23, 2024

THE REPORTER podcast is complete! If you’re the kind to wait until you can binge-listen, it’s time for you to get on it. We didn’t have a ton of questions this time out, but we soldiered on and answered them regardless. Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 22, 2024

This is it, the final episode! Yolanda’s quest comes to a close as we learn the fates of her, Whykor the Aware, Parmont the Insane, GFL Commissioner Rob Froese, Anna Villani, Joey, and Miriam. Does this episode contain Ju Tweedy and Quentin Barnes? Why, yes … yes, it does. Written by Scott Sigler and Mur Lafferty Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 19, 2024

Yolanda’s search for the killer of Grace McDermot finally comes to fruition. She’s found a store near the building where McDermot was killed, a store that has security cameras monitoring the exit of that building. If those records are intact, Yolanda will have incontrovertible evidence of who left the building right after McDermot died — and that will give her the killer. Written by Scott Sigler and Mur Lafferty Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 16, 2024

Yolanda, Whykor, and Miriam narrowly escaped the Black Hole stadium, thanks to an assist from Tarat the Smasher. But that help doesn’t put them in the clear. Madderch’s deadliest cop — Parmot the Insane — was following Yolanda. Is Parmot behind the killing of Grace McDermot, for which Krakens running back Ju Tweedy is blamed? And if so, what is Parmot willing to do to keep Yolanda from getting proof? Written by Scott Sigler and Mur Lafferty Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 15, 2024

Yolanda, Whykor, and Miriam narrowly escaped an assassination attempt, and all it took was running out onto the middle of the field during a game between the To Pirates and the OS1 Orbiting death while thousands of fans in the stands and billions watching across the galaxy looked on. But now the trio find themselves on the mean streets of Madderch while they’re still the target of at least one crime lord. Where can they possibly go to find safety? Written by Scott Sigler and Mur Lafferty Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 12, 2024

One moment, Yolanda is in a luxury booth at OS1 Stadium, watching the Death play the To Pirates. The next, she, Miram, Whykor, and booth staffer Puck are under attack from Turon the Ugly and Marik the Covetous. Yolanda and her friends barely escape, and are in an elevator, heading down to the stadium’s main level. Yolanda knows that if they are to escape the stadium alive, she needs a distraction. Written by Scott Sigler and Mur Lafferty Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 9, 2024

After interviewing Ma Tweedy — mother of Ju Tweedy, the man accused of the murder of Grace McDermot — Yolanda increasingly questions the official story of the Madderch police. Yolanda also thinks her friend Miriam — McDermot’s bodyguard when McDermot was murdered — is holding back information. Yolanda and Whykor have arranged to meet Miriam at the game between the OS1 Orbiting Death and the To Pirates, played on the home field of the Death, that facility famously known as “The Black Hole.” On the field, it’s Condor Adrian vs. Frank Zimmer, and off the field, it’s Yolanda Davenport vs. this damn story. Written by Scott Sigler and Mur Lafferty Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 8, 2024

Yolanda and Whykor’s near-death experience had a somewhat happy ending. Thanks to Doc Izzy's efforts, they both survived the wounds they suffered in their crawler encounter. But that does mean Yolanda owes Tarat the Smasher yet another favor, for it was Tarat who sent her to Doc Izzy. After recovering, yolanda was surprised to learn that Ju Tweedy’s mother — the delightful, tiny Human known to many as “Ma Tweedy” — was still on Madderch. Yolanda and Whykor the Aware are on their way to interview her. And now, Episode number six of … the reporter. Written by Scott Sigler and Mur Lafferty Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 31, 2024

Yolanda Davenport and Whykor the Aware barely survived an assassination attempt. Both of them suffered wounds and need medical assistance. Unsure of who is trying to kill them, they find themselves in a maintenance crawler, high up on the blue crystal walls of Madderch – a city where they have few friends and many enemies. Written by Scott Sigler and Mur Lafferty Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 28, 2024

Yolanda Davenport is trying to make friends, but only making enemies. In her line of work, when you ask too many questions, sometimes you won’t like the answers. In this episode, enemies and answers come together in a head-pounding collision right in the heart of Madderch City. Written by Scott Sigler and Mur Lafferty Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 27, 2024

Yolanda Davenport is discovering that her new assistant Whykor the Aware has more to offer than she originally thought. The Quyth Worker arranged for a meeting with Madderch police commissioner Robert “Bob” Gilliland, so that Yolanda can interview Gilliand regarding the murder of Grace McDermot. She also catches up with her original source on the story, Detective Joey Clark. Is there a cover-up afoot? Written by Scott Sigler and Mur Lafferty Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 24, 2024

Star reporter Yolanda Davenport has been tasked by GFL Commissioner Rob Froese to get the real story behind the murder of Grace McDermot. Krakens runningback Ju Tweedy was accused of that murder, an event that almost got him killed by Orbiting Death owner and crimelord Anna Villani, and led to Ju joining the Ionath Krakens. In just her first few hours on the case, Yolanda has already been threatened by Quyth Warrior Marik the Covetous, who may be connected to Krakens owner Gredok the Splithead. Why would Gredok get in the way of finding out the truth about McDermot’s murder and Ju’s possible guilt? Written by Scott Sigler and Mur Lafferty Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 21, 2024

Here we go with the first episode of THE REPORTER, a Galactic Football League novella. Scott co-wrote this novella with Campbell Award-winning author Mur Lafferty . Written by Scott Sigler and Mur Lafferty Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 20, 2024

We end THE DETECTIVE with a Q&A episode about this story and other Sigler books, recorded live at SiglerFest2k19 in Vegas. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 17, 2024

The final episode of the story finds Fred and Jeanine finally coming face to face with Quentin Barnes—and his worst enemy. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 14, 2024

Fred was hired to find Quentin’s family, but if the last living family member doesn’t want to meet Quentin, what’s a private detective to do? Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 13, 2024

Some betrayals cut deeper than others—Fred learns the hard way that nice guys finish last, even as he tracks down the only surviving member of Quentin’s family. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 10, 2024

Carey tried to set Fred up to take a fatal fall—now Fred is coming for payback. And Frankie, Sammy, and Dean have a message for Fred, a message from a very pissed-off Stedmar Osborne. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 7, 2024

GFL superstar Quentin Barnes hired Frederico to find Quentin’s parents—in this episode, Fred orchestrates a covert meeting with none other than the Ionath Krakens quarterback himself. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 6, 2024

When Fred and the Gravedigger surf the deserts of Micovi looking for leads, blood will soak the sands. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 3, 2024

On Micovi, the past is quite literally buried—Fred visits “the Gravedigger” and discovers secrets that were never meant to be uncovered. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 30, 2024

Fred takes on a new identity and strikes paydirt in his search for Quentin’s family. With help from “The Spaniard,” Fred arms up for the next fight. Even as he does, he’s haunted by his violent, mercenary past. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 29, 2024

Fred is out to find the family of Ionath Krakens star quarterback Quentin Barnes. When Quentin was a scarecrow-skinny orphan boy on Micovi, he was taken in by a restaurant owner named “Mister Sam.” Sam’s knowledge of Quentin’s past will put Fred on the path to discovery — and to lethal danger. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 26, 2024

Frederico Esteban Guissepe Gonzaga, a.k.a. “Fred,” is a private detective searching for the lost family of Quentin Barnes. That search will expose Fred’s own tortured past and possibly destroy his future as well. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 25, 2024

Author Scott Sigler introduces the next GFL season - THE DETECTIVE. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Narrated by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme Music by Superweapon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 23, 2024

Originally recorded live at SiglerFest 2K17, Scott and A Kovacs, Director of Døøm, take questions from the Junkies about THE RIDER, the GFL, and all things Siglerverse. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 22, 2024

Find out how the teammates fare after they dismount from their trusted mounts after the final game of the season. Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 19, 2024

The Lashing at Loppu is about to get underway, and everything is on the line for Pete, Bess, Ian, Dar, and the Ridgebacks franchise. Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 16, 2024

The Ridgebacks know they are being spied upon. Their locker room is bugged, and they are tracked everywhere they go, so how can Pete put together a game plan that the opponents won’t see? Salton the Grimy’s bad debts catch up with him in a very, very bad way. Will the Leader survive? Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 15, 2024

The Ridgebacks arrive at Loppu for the showdown with the Ogres, which will determine if they get a chance to defend their title or don’t make the playoffs at all. Will the conflict between Pete and Ian crush the Ridgebacks’ chances? And what kind of dirty tricks will the Ogres try to pull to win this match? Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 12, 2024

Pete uncovered Tony’s betrayal and the man’s plan to hurt — or kill — Ridgeback mounts. Including Ol’ Bess. How deep does Gredok the Splithead’s involvement in Dinolition go? And what will Gredok try to crush next? Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 9, 2024

Pete was surprised by a visit from Virak the Mean, who was representing Gredok the Splithead. The visit has something to do with Salton the Grimy. Pete left the bar with Virak and is off to get a message from the Splithead himself – but does Gredok want Salton... or Pete? Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 8, 2024

The Ridgebacks have moved into third place in the four-team playoff standings — they now control their own destiny. If they win their last game against the Loppu Ogres, they are guaranteed a playoff slot. But, Bess’s savage killing of a downed opposition mount will surely lead to a league suspension or worse. Can the Ridgebacks win without Bess? Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 5, 2024

The terrorist attack by Purist Church members has been foiled. Pete, Bess, and the rest of the team are ready to step onto the pitch and do battle. The playoffs hinge on the outcome of this game — can the Ridgebacks prevail against the best team in Dinolition? Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 2, 2024

Dar and her mount Yar are trying to break into the starting lineup. Has their moment arrived? Tony’s position as rider is in jeopardy — he wants more money to continue playing the dangerous sport. Is he locker room poison? And a dangerous new element threatens the safety of riders and mounts alike. Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 29, 2024

Pete has had it with Tony but wants to give the kid one more chance to straighten up his act. Will Tony seize this opportunity, or is there something more sinister behind his performance decline? Jerry the Triceratops continues to train. Can he crack the starting lineup and be a shining new star in the world of Dinolition? Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 26, 2024

Pete continues to train up the team for the critical matchup against the Chachana Resurrected. Ian’s struggles to train a new mount come to a head with a temperamental Achillobator named “Bucky.” Will Ian master his new ride, or will he be bitten … again? Doc Baiman needs money to develop new mounts, but team owner Salton the Grimy refuses to cough up the dough. Can Pete motivate him to further invest in the Ridgebacks? Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 22, 2024

Pete and the Ridgebacks try to keep their playoff hopes alive as they prep for their match with the Chachanna Resurrected. Will this be the match where the team finally rolls out Jerry, the young Triceratops? Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 19, 2024

Commissioner Rachael Guestford read Poughkeepsie Pete the riot act about his behavior on the pitch. She’s threatening to end his career if he doesn’t play ball. In this episode, Pete deals with the most dangerous mounts his team has — the smart and deadly velociraptors. Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 15, 2024

The rivalry between Pete and Ian eases up as Ian deals with the death of Tumult, his primary mount. It’s time for a guest appearance from Becca “the Wrecka” Montagne and everyone’s favorite metaphor-mixing linebacker, John Tweedy! And, Pete is about to have a sit-down with his stingy, contrarian, problematic team owner — Salton the Grimy. Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 12, 2024

Poughkeepsie Pete and company prep for another battle in the arena while outside forces with selfish agendas look to derail their season. Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 8, 2024

Welcome to the tale of Poughkeepsie Pete, star jockey in the spectacle known as Dinolition. Written by Scott Sigler and Paul E Cooley Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 5, 2024

This is the final episode of THE ALL-RPO. Fans call in with questions, which author Scott Sigler answers. Hosted by A Kovacs (the ever-so-lovely Director of Døøm). Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 1, 2024

Quentin and the Krakens find themselves in the crosshairs of a strange, dangerous enemy. For the first time since leaving Micovi, the game of football becomes the least of Quentin's concerns. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 29, 2024

The Krakens travel to the Galaxy Bowl and run into a heapin' helpin' of trouble. One Ionath player dies here; who will it be? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 25, 2024

The Wabash Wolfpack, the defending GFL champions, host the Ionath Krakens in the opening round of the post-season. This is Quentin's first playoff game; will he be able to lead his team to victory against their arch-rivals twice in one season? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 22, 2024

Quentin, Ma Tweedy, and Tara the Freak discover the reason for Crazy George Starcher's recent behavior. Can he still be trusted? The 2684 GFL All-Pro Team is announced! As the league playoffs begin, what will the Krakens be doing? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 18, 2024

The Krakens must defeat the Vik Vanguard if they want to stay in the playoff hunt. Can Quentin overcome all of his challenges? Will he be able to put the team's needs before his own? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 15, 2024

Ma Tweedy rides herd on Quentin, making him study for the game against the Themala Dreadnaughts while keeping his focus on making the playoffs. Physical injuries begin to take their toll on the Krakens, endangering their chances of continuing into the post-season. Yet it's the mental breakdown of a key player that threatens *far* more than their season. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 11, 2024

Quentin leads the Krakens vs. the D'Kow War Dogs in a game Ionath *must* win if they want any chance to make the playoffs. Can he take his lumps and do what's best for the team? Can he put aside his hurt and anger and lead the Krakens into the post-season for the first time in nine years? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 8, 2024

Quentin continues to search for a coping mechanism that will let him surpass the devastating roadblock dropped on him back in episode 27. Doc Patah betrayed Quentin with a pernicious lie; there's no way he will just let the Doc get away with that. Will the Krakens be looking to hire a new team medic soon? A battle on the practice field may result in the end of Quentin's season. Will the Krakens be able to defeat the To Pirates if Quentin is unable to play? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 4, 2024

Last episode, a surprise visitor crashed the exclusive celebratory dinner. They informed Quentin that he'd been the victim of a horrible deception. His entire worldview has become threatened. How will Quentin react to this astonishing revelation? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 1, 2024

The Krakens celebrate their upset victory, yet George Starcher's mental stability is rapidly deteriorating. Is he becoming truly insane? Quentin, John, and Ju join Quentin's dad and Gredok the Splithead for a celebratory dinner—a meal that will not end well. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 27, 2024

Dan, Akbar, and Tarat the Smasher are back for another installment of the Galaxy's Greatest Sports show. The Krakens travel to planet Fortress to face their undefeated arch-rival, the Wabash Wolfpack. John Tweedy introduces his new and improved "Puke-A-Tron." Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 24, 2024

Quentin is now the most sought-after free-agent QB in the entire GFL. His agent, Danny Lundy, has been fielding offers from the McMurdro Murderers, the Mars Planets, and even the To Pirates, the league's most popular franchise. Yet, is Quentin even paying attention? He's been taking a break from his constant focus on football to enjoy spending time with his newfound father. Everything comes to a head when Quentin and Danny sit down with Gredok the Splithead for the final contract negotiation. Will Quentin be suiting up in something other than the Orange and the Black next season? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 20, 2024

Quentin and company face off against the Lu Juggernauts in another must-win contest for the Krakens. Off the field, Quentin gets to know Cillian Carbonaro and starts to understand what it really means to be part of a family. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 17, 2024

Gredok the Splithead, the owner of the Ionath Krakens, calls Quentin to his office. What occurs during this surprise meeting will forever change Quentin's life. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 13, 2024

The Krakens finish their game against the OS1 Orbiting Death. Immediately afterward, a tense showdown occurs between Quentin, Ju Tweedy, Gredok the Splithead, Anna Villani, and Commissioner Froese. Will the mystery guest be able to dispel that tension, or will the news they bring simply make matters worse? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 10, 2024

Quentin attempts to come to grips with a huge contract offer from the To Pirates, his childhood heroes, and the most-storied franchise in the GFL. The Krakens travel to OS1, renewing their bitter rivalry with the Orbiting Death. This is Ju Tweedy's first return to OS1 since he left to become a Kraken. After Yolanda Davenport's devastating article, how will the Orbital Station One crowd welcome their former all-star running back? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 6, 2024

Danny Lundy and Gredok the Splithead go head to head in another round of contract negotiations for Quentin. Know what I mean, budday? The Krakens try for their fourth win of the season when they travel to Alimum to face off against the Armada. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 3, 2024

The Ionath Krakens attempt to rally from their Week Three defeat when they go on the road to clash against the winless Hittoni Hullwalkers. Quentin's tight ends are presenting him with multiple problems: 1) George Starcher's dropped touchdown pass is causing his madness to escalate, and 2) Rick Warburg is continually campaigning for more playing time since this is his critical free-agent year. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 30, 2024

The Krakens are coping with the aftermath of their heartbreaking Week Three defeat, a loss that may have long-term ramifications for tight end George Starcher. Ionath now begins to prep for Week Four against the Hittoni Hullwalkers. We also get to listen to an excerpt that explains the League of Planets' "science first" mentality. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 27, 2024

It's Week Three in Tier One GFL action, and the Krakens are back home at Ionath Stadium. It's foggy and wet under the dome for their game against the Coranadillana Cloud Killers. How will the adverse weather conditions affect their game plan? Will the orange and black be able to continue their winning streak? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 23, 2024

It's Week Two in the GFL season, and the Krakens go on the road to take on the Yall Criminals. Who will win the quarterback showdown between Quentin and all-star QB Rick Renaud, the highest-paid player in the history of the game? Off the field, is Quentin being watched by powerful organizations? The Tweedy brothers get Quentin a present because they are just so damn caring, albeit in a uniquely Tweedy fashion. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 20, 2024

The Krakens prepare to move into a Week Two contest against the Yall Criminals. Quentin finally gets payback for the trauma he suffered dining with his Ki linemen. That's right, it's Bar-B-Que time! Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 16, 2024

It's opening day in the GFL! Teams tear into each other in the hope of climbing their first step toward a Galaxy Bowl title. Quentin leads his team onto the home turf of Ionath Stadium to do battle against the Isis Ice Storm. Can Quentin overcome the galaxy-wide points-shaving scandal and grab victory in front of 180,000 screaming Krakens fans? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 13, 2024

The "final cut" causes heartbreak in many players who had hoped to earn glory upon the Tier One GFL Gridiron. Quentin watches helplessly as the Krakens finalize their 2684 roster, forcing him to say farewell to both friends and former teammates. Quentin confronts Don Pine about Yolanda Davenport's Galaxy Sports cover story. This article paints Quentin as a villain, yet he's actually being blamed for Don's choices. Will Don step up, set the record straight, and take responsibility for his own actions? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 9, 2024

Media Day blows up in Quentin's face when Yolanda Davenport's well-timed cover story finally hits. The season changes instantly for Quentin and the Krakens as the accusations start to pile up, and he becomes the galaxy's number one villain. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 6, 2024

Krakens Media Day is here again. Has Quentin finally learned how to portray the Krakens to the public? Michael Kimberlin tempts Quentin to learn the exobiology of non-humans with a little holo of what might be the galaxy's most dangerous game. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 2, 2024

Quentin and Gredok the Splithead are summoned to the office of GFL Commissioner Rob Froese aboard his ship, the Regulator. Quentin sees a plethora of "ancient" football relics in Froese's office. Will Quentin be suspended for the Krakens Tier One season opener? An excerpt from "The GFL For Dummies" covers GFL expansion in this episode. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 29, 2024

We finally learn more about the Prawatt species. This year's batch of Krakens rookies also joins the team. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 25, 2024

The second week of pre-season brings the dreaded "two-a-day" practices. Quentin dines once again with his ever-so-dainty Ki linemen, and his Sklorno teammates assist Coach Hokor and him in picking free-agent defensive backs. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 22, 2024

Quentin's past catches up with him when he runs afoul of GFL commissioner Rob Froese, angering Gredok the Splithead. We also glimpse Quentin's past as a skinny orphan miner on Micovi. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 18, 2024

When the Krakens report to the locker room for the first practice of the season, Quentin has an early run-in with Rick Warburg. Danny Lundy and Gredok square off in contract negotiations, while Choto the Bright embraces his role as Quentin's private bodyguard. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 15, 2024

As the season gets underway, Yitzhak takes Quentin to meet Danny Lundy, agent to the stars. Like he's done for Yitzhak and John Tweedy, Danny thinks he's the one to help Quentin manage his intricate contract negotiations. All Quentin has to do is get used to Danny's unusual personality and uniqueness. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 11, 2024

The pre-season is here! As Quentin finishes up his scouting work, he begins preparing the Krakens for their second Tier One season on the gridiron. Dan, Akbar, and Tarat the Smasher of "The Galaxy's Greatest Sports Show" are back, and there's also an excerpt from "Earth: The Birthplace of Sentients." Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 8, 2024

Quentin goes head-to-head with Hokor the Hookchest as the team decides on new rookies. Is Quentin ready to play the manipulation game with Quyth Leaders? Quentin also goes on a full tour of the Touchback and meets the overly friendly Captain Kate Cheevers. "Do you like to go fast, Quentin?" *wink-twitch* Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 4, 2024

Quentin meets with his private investigator Fred (a.k.a., Frederico Esteban Guiseppe Gonzaga). Has Fred discovered any information about Quentin's family? John Tweedy, Coach Hokor, and Quentin scout for new players at the Tier Three tournament. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 1, 2024

Quentin Barnes & the Krakens are back. Here we go with Book 3 in the Galactic Football League series! Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 31, 2024

A shout out to you, listener, from me, the author. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 28, 2024

This is the final episode of THE STARTER. Fans call in with questions, which author Scott Sigler answers. Hosted by A Kovacs (the ever-so-lovely Director of Døøm). Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 28, 2024

This is it, Junkies! The last episode of THE STARTER. Final season standings, including who wins the Galaxy Bowl, and a bit of looking forward to next season. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 25, 2024

Quentin and his fellow gridiron warriors square off against the Mars Planets -- winner stays in Tier 1, the loser is sent back down to Tier 2. The time for talk is over; Let's get it on! Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 21, 2024

It's a must-win game against the toughest opponent possible: the defending GFL champion Jupiter Jacks. Quentin & company travel to the Sol System for a pitched gridiron battle in the Jupiter Net Colony. Denver was traded to the Jacks earlier in the season: will she be geared up for payback against the Krakens? If Ionath loses this one, they are relegated back to Tier Two. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 18, 2024

The tension between Quentin and Ju has finally come to a head. Ju's intentionally detrimental antics on the field are hurting the Krakens in more ways than one: their divisional standing, the team's unity, and their ability to excel. It all ends one way or the other in this episode. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 14, 2024

The Krakens face off against the Yall Criminals and the Hullwalkers in this giant episode spanning both weeks 10 & 11. Yet the real fight isn't out on the gridiron. As Ju jeopardizes the team's unity and their divisional standing, Quentin realizes he'll do whatever it takes to keep the Krakens in Tier One. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 11, 2024

Quentin and the Krakens head to the planet Satah to play the Coranadillana Cloudkillers. With Ju Tweedy's intentions unknowable on the field, Quentin struggles between listening to his instincts and running the plays that Hokor calls. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 7, 2024

Quentin's first trip to a Sklorno world lets him see a new level of overpopulation and also gives him his first direct experience with the "Church of Quentin Barnes." The Krakens face the Alimum armada in a critical match-up. Ionath is on the relegation bubble and badly needs this win. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 4, 2024

Quentin and Ju Tweedy have a heart-to-heart, and their fight for control of the Krakens begins. Did Quentin make the right choice in bringing this guy in? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 29, 2024

Commissioner Froese and Gredok the Splithead exchange angry memos about the Grace McDermott investigation. Quentin gets a message from Ma Tweedy, and Ju Tweedy lines up for his first game as a Kraken against the Lu Juggernauts. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 26, 2024

So you think the FDO™ cliffhangered you last episode on Orbital Station One, with Quentin, Becca, Choto, and John facing off against Anna Villani to try and rescue The Mad Ju? Well, fear not, faithful Junkie! All those loose ends are tied up right here, right now. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 25, 2024

Quentin, John Tweedy, Choto the Bright, Mum-O-Killowe, and Rebecca Montagne are on Orbital Station 1 to rescue The Mad Ju. But getting to OS1 was only part of the challenge; now they have to find Ju — and safely get him back on the Hypatia — without running into Anna Villani's goons. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 22, 2024

Quentin and the Krakens finally get a chance to catch their breath during the Krakens' bye week. Quentin takes the Hypatia on a trip to Orbital Station One for some of Ma Tweedy's galaxy-famous tuna noodle casserole. Frederico, John Tweedy, Choto the Bright, Mum-O-Killowee, and Rebecca Montagne come along for the ride. It's all fun and games until John's brother Ju finds himself in an untenable situation. Will John and his Kraken pals be able to pull his brother out of the fire? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 19, 2024

The Krakens square off against their arch-rival, the Wabash Wolfpack. Gredok the Splithead has a long-standing beef with Wolfpack owner Gloria Ogawa. Can Quentin & company win this important game for their owner? Or will this be one more factor in Gredok's growing list of grievances against his young quarterback? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 18, 2024

The Krakens have fallen to last place, and injuries are mounting up. Will Quentin pull the trigger on some key roster changes? Or will he stand by his friends and go to war with the army he has? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 15, 2024

Quentin and the Krakens square off against his childhood favorite, the To Pirates. Quentin will lead his team against Frank Zimmer, the best quarterback in the league. The improved protection Aka-Na-Tak is giving Quentin has shored up the Krakens offensive line. How will facing off against his childhood hero affect Quentin? Will the Krakens prevail? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 11, 2024

How does the GFL handle different planets' varying atmospheres and gravity to keep gameplay consistent? Find out in this episode. On the only field that really matters, Ionath welcomes the visiting Shorah Warlords in a must-win game for the Krakens. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 8, 2024

Quentin realizes he has to bond with all of the races on the team, not just the humans if the Krakens are going to become a winning franchise. Sharing a meal with the huge and vicious Ki offensive linemen will prove to be a multicultural experience not soon forgotten. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 5, 2024

The Krakens finish their game against the Themala Dreadnaughts. Will Quentin run the plays that are called? Or, will he again try to run his own game instead of running the offense of coach Hokor the Hookchest? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 1, 2024

Sunday Football on the UBS network brings you coverage of the Ionath Krakens' home opener against the Themala Dreadnaughts. Quentin's on the field while Chick McGee and Masarra the Observant bring you the action from the booth. Frederico and Quentin have a critical meeting because the PI has discovered information about the parade bombing. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 29, 2024

Quentin hangs out with John Tweedy and meets his brother Ju. Quentin receives a hefty fine from the league and is introduced to a lovely little thing called "taxes." So why does the GFL use yards instead of meters? Why is English the official language of football across the entire galaxy? What happened to rugby/soccer/Aussie football, you ask? Find all of those answers here, and get a brief explanation of seven centuries of football, from 1878 to 2683. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 28, 2024

After the game with the Isis Ice Storm is over, Quentin, Yassoud, and John Tweedy head out on the town. While Quentin is nearly always interested in seeing the local sites, tonight, the boys have a special surprise in store for him. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 25, 2024

In this episode, we finish up the Kraken's season opener against the Isis Ice Storm. The first half is in the books, and the Krakens are behind. Can they mount a second-half comeback? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 22, 2024

Quentin leads the Krakens onto the field for the 2683 season opener against the Isis Ice Storm. He better watch out for Isis All-Pro defensive end Ryan Nossek, a hulking HeavyG with five confirmed on-field kills to his name. You'll hear the roar of the crowd as the regular season finally begins. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 21, 2024

The Tier One regular season has begun! The Coranadillana Cloud Killers start the season against the To Pirates, and your own Ionath Krakens prepare for their opener against the Isis Ice Storm. Will Quentin be able to begin the season with a victory? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 20, 2024

This episode finds Quentin suffering through practice with the offensive line, sacked repeatedly even though he's in his red "no touch" jersey. And then the GFL Commissioner pays a surprise visit to the Touchback; he never shows up unless something's seriously wrong. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 18, 2024

Quentin's growing fame brings offers for endorsement deals, including one from yacht maker Manny Sayed. The Krakens' offensive line troubles continue with no solution in sight. Week One against the Isis Ice Storm is right around the corner, and that means Quentin will square off against All-Pro defensive end Ryan Nossek. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 15, 2024

Quentin continues to develop his passing game in practice, but the Krakens are horribly exposed at right offensive guard. If Quentin doesn't get some passing protection, he won't have time to throw. When talk of a trade comes up, will Quentin be able to separate business from friendship? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 14, 2024

Media Day is here! Quentin's first press conference as the starting quarterback of the Ionath Krakens turns out to be more difficult than he anticipates. We talk about the Quyth life cycle and meet the Leekee for the first time. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 12, 2024

Quentin's efforts to take full control of the Krakens run into obstacles from an unexpected source. He finally gets to try out his new receivers as the Krakens prepare for opening day. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 11, 2024

The rookies arrive on the Touchback after surviving their tests at the Combine, but this time, Quentin is meeting the new recruits as the starting quarterback of the Krakens. This season, a mere thirteen weeks after Quentin arrived himself, the greenhorns include FB/QB Rebecca Montange, AKA Becca the Wrecka. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 8, 2024

The free agents have arrived on the Touchback, and Quentin gets input on personnel decisions this season. Ionath needs to bolster their defensive backfield, offensive line, and tight ends. What kind of talent will he add to the Krakens roster? The process of building a championship team starts here. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 7, 2024

Tier Two All-Pro selections from the last season are announced. Did Quentin Barnes win "Rookie of the Year?" The pressures of big-time football start to add up for Quentin, pushing him into conflict with backup quarterback Yhitzak Goldman. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 4, 2024

Quentin & the Krakens deal with the aftermath of the championship parade. Can they successfully manage all of these distractions? The Tier One season is approaching fast. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 1, 2024

Everyone loves a parade! Quentin and the Krakens get their Tier Two Championship parade. The residents of Ionath pack into the rad-free dome to celebrate the Tier One promotion of the orange and black. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 31, 2023

John Tweedy takes Quentin to see private detective Frederico Esteban Giuseppe Gonada. Quentin's Purist Nation upbringing again barrels headlong against modern times. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 28, 2023

Step right up and get your season tickets to the Ionath Krakens 2683 campaign. Thrill to the sound of bone-crunching hits! Feel your heart pump at the roar of 180,000-plus fans screaming for blood at Ionath Stadium! Watch as second-year quarterback Quentin Barnes leads the orange and the black onto the field of battle in the second book of the Galactic Football League series. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 25, 2023

That's a wrap for TITLE FIGHT, the first GFL novella. It fits nicely between SEASON ONE, THE ROOKIE, and SEASON THREE: THE STARTER, which is next in the feed. The entire GFL series incorporates nine novels and six novellas into one unified timeline. In short, you have many stories ahead of you. I have many other full-length podcast stories outside of the GFL series. If hard-science horror is your bag, dive into the Infected Trilogy. Three seasons. Eighty-eight episodes. 53 hours of blood-drenched carnage. Do you dig monster stories? Then you'll love ANCESTOR, my summer blockbuster monsters-on-an-island story, or NOCTURNAL, which I describe as LETHAL WEAPON meets HELLBOY. Sorta. And, of course, subscribe to my free weekly fiction series, Scott Sigler Slices, the world's longest-running fiction podcast. To see more of my works, search for Scott Sigler at Amazon and at Audible.com. To learn more about me , cause I'm so damn fancy, visit scottsigler.com. I'm on all the socials as @scottsiger, one word. Thank you for spending your time with me and my story, TITLE FIGHT. I hope you dig the rest of the GFL series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 24, 2023

The fight is over. The champion is crowned. What comes next? Something you did not expect... Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 21, 2023

Korak the Cutter and Chaiyal "The Heretic" North are finally in the octagon, in the fight of their lives. Who will win? Who will lose? How much pain can each fighter take? Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 18, 2023

Korak the Cutter and Chiyal "The Heretic" North prepare to enter the octagon. All hell is about to break loose. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 17, 2023

It's weigh-in time for the fight of the millennia. Korak the Cutter prepares for his bout with The Heretic. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 14, 2023

Deals have been made, but there's always a price to pay. The Heretic got what he wanted, but at what cost? Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 11, 2023

IFA champion Korak the Cutter already has enough problems, but now things may get worse when crimelord Gredok the Splithead pays a visit to someone in Korak's camp. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 10, 2023

Chiyal "The Heretic" North, recently crowned heavyweight champion of the galaxy, faces a new challenge. His legacy is on the line, as his title. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 7, 2023

Vikor the Black and Korak the Cutter face off over whether to accept Chiyal "The Heretic" North's challenge. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 4, 2023

Chiyal "The Heretic" North takes to the octagon for some intense, brutal MMA fighting. It's not just fighters with different styles; it's fighters of different species going at it in the galaxy's most violent bloodsport. Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 3, 2023

TITLE FIGHT is Season Two of the Galactic Football League series. Meet Korak the Cutter, the reigning galactic heavyweight champion of the Intergalactic Fight Association (IFA). Written by Scott Sigler and Matt Wallace Performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 5, 2023

That's it for Season One, THE ROOKIE. In Season Two, THE STARTER, Quentin, and the Ionath Krakens move to the big time -- Tier One. I hope you continue with the GFL series. When the series is complete, there will be nine novels and six novellas. To learn more about the series, or about me, or to see more of my works -- including print, eBook, and ad-free audiobook versions -- search for me on Amazon or visit scottsigler.com. I have tons of other free stories to tickle your inner ear. The horrifying INFECTED Trilogy is complete and available, as is the inner-city monster tale NOCTURNAL, the brutal bio-engineered carnage that is ANCESTOR, as well as my weekly fiction podcast Scott Sigler Slices. Just search for "Scott Sigler" in any podcast app, and enjoy. If you dig my work and want to stay up-to-date with my latest and greatest, go to scottsigler.com/subscribe to subscribe to my free weekly dose of fiction, and go to scottsigler.com/newsletter to sign up for our monthly newsletter. We keep it short and sweet. You'll know when my next book is coming out, learn about any TV or movie adaptions, etc. Thank you for spending your time with me and my story, THE ROOKIE. I hope you dig the rest of the GFL series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 2, 2023

In this final episode of THE ROOKIE, the Krakens duke it out against the Earthlings. The winner moves on to Tier One — the loser goes home, the season a failure. Can Quentin and his teammates achieve their season-long goal? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 30, 2023

Dan, Akbar, and Tarat the Smasher debate the pending game playoff game between Ionath and Texas. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 29, 2023

The Krakens are in the playoffs, which means Quentin's first-ever trip to Earth for the tilt against the Texas Earthlings at Hudson Bay Stadium. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 26, 2023

Quentin leads his Krakens against the Quyth Survivors in the final regular season game. If they win, the Krakens will be the Quyth Irradiated Conference Champions and are in the Tier Two Tournament. That means the possibility of jumping up to Tier One. If they lose, their season is finished. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 23, 2023

Quentin, Don Pine, and the Krakens are on a roll, having won five straight to claim sole possession of first place. Can they keep it going with a Week Eight win against host Quyth Survivors (3-5)? Ionath prepares for this must-win contest. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 22, 2023

The Krakens (5-2) have climbed back into playoff contention, but now they face their toughest challenge against the first-place Glory Warpigs (6-1). Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 19, 2023

Ionath celebrates its third straight victory, then hosts the Bigg Diggers (2-4) in a very winnable game. Can the Krakens make it four in a row and stay in the playoff hunt? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 16, 2023

Week Six kicks off as the Krakens (3-2) take on the first-place Orbiting Death (4-1) at the Black Hole stadium on Orbital Station One. The Krakens must win to stay in the playoff hunt. Is starting QB Donald Pine still on the take? Quentin is watching, just waiting for his chance. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 15, 2023

The Krakens (3-2) try to settle in at Orbital Station One, also known as The Ace. Quentin and the team prepare for a critical showdown against first-place Orbiting Death (4-1). Don Pine is tapped for the start, and that does not sit well with Quentin at all. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 12, 2023

The conclusion of the Sky Demolition game: can Quentin pull off the upset? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 9, 2023

Pine is injured, so it's up to Quentin to guide his Krakens (1-2) to a win against the Sky Demolition (0-3). Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 8, 2023

Quentin only has a few days left to bond with the team before their next game. He needs to make them want to play for him instead of just biding their time until Pine returns from his injury. Quentin bathed with the Ki; what can he do to ingratiate himself with the Sklorno and the Quyth Warriors? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 5, 2023

Quentin begins to see his dreams coming true as he makes his first start in the GFL. Unfortunately, it's against the best team in Tier Two, the Whitok Pioneers (2-0). Will Quentin throw the game so that he can keep the Krakens out of the playoffs and see his contract bought out by Tier One powerhouse To Pirates? Or will he lead his Krakens to victory and get them back into the playoff hunt? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 2, 2023

The Krakens try to recover from a loss to the Hydras with a Week Three road game against the Whitok Pioneers (2-0). Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 1, 2023

Ionath takes on the Grontak Hydras (0-1) in Week Two action. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 28, 2023

Hokor is furious with Quentin's independent streak. Quentin has to pay the piper for not following Hokor's directions in the huddle. Quentin and Tweedy finally have a confrontation. Who will come out victorious, and what will the stakes be? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 25, 2023

It's time for the season opener! The Krakens play host to the Woo Wallcrawlers in a critical Week One matchup. It finally sinks into Quentin's skull that he's the third-string quarterback. Will he see any playing time against the Wallcrawlers? If he does, is he ready for real Tier Two football? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 24, 2023

Quentin arrives in Ionath City and has his first practice on the Kraken's home field. This is Ionath Stadium, which seats 185,000 sentients and is known as The Big Eye. Full contact is finally here, and Quentin finds out what it's like to be hit by Tier Two players. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 21, 2023

Coach Hokor thinks Quentin could be the best player in the league two to three years from now. Gredok tells Hokor they don't have that long. The Krakens must win this season if Hokor wants to keep his job. Quentin is busting his ass to adjust to the speed of Tier Two, but he's got a long way to go. The Krakens arrive home at Ionath City, which is located on the planet Ionath. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 18, 2023

Everyone thinks the quarterback position has its starter — Don Pine — but Quentin is out to change that, starting off a clash of personalities that will last the entire season. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 17, 2023

Quentin shares his first meal with his teammates, and experiences his first practice. He learns the hard way that the GFL is a higher level of competition. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 14, 2023

Quentin arrives on The Touchback, the frigate that has been converted to the Kraken's team bus. He meets his competition for the starting spot, two-time GFL champion QB Don Pine and perpetual bench-warmer Yhitzak Goldman. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 11, 2023

Quentin's ordeal at The Combine continues: the testing is over, but now he faces the "sub-races" face-to-face for the first time in his life. He has to deal with nine-foot-tall Sklorno receivers, thick Quyth Warrior linebackers, a team doctor that floats, and a 560-pound Ki defensive lineman whose goal for the season is to cripple Quentin. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 10, 2023

Quentin prepares for his ordeal at The Combine, a former war prison that now screens GFL rookies. All prospective players are tested for body modifications and performance-enhancing drugs. Either one of these will earn you a death sentence in the Cretarakian Empire. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 7, 2023

A fear of flying is one thing, a fear of interstellar travel is another. The one problem with Quentin's goal of being the galaxy's best quarterback? He has to suffer through his ongoing fear that every punch-out will be his last. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 7, 2023

Pro football players are a commodity to be bought and sold. Quentin Barnes is no exception. Someone is about to buy his contract and give him a shot at his dreams. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 7, 2023

Meet Quentin Barnes, star quarterback of the Purist Nation Football League. His talent has drawn the attention of scouts from around the galaxy. Who will wind up owning his contract? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-Production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 20, 2023

#1 New York Times bestselling author Scott Sigler presents THE ROOKIE, Season One of the Galactic Football League series, a high-octane mashup of scifi, crime fiction, and sports drama. "THE ROOKIE is a futuristic ride that takes football to the next level.” John Clayton, ESPN Set in a lethal, star-spanning pro football league 700 years in the future, THE ROOKIE is a story that combines the criminal underworld of THE GODFATHER with the space-opera style of STAR WARS and the intense gridiron action of ANY GIVEN SUNDAY. "A summer blockbuster movie in print. If you're a sports fan, a scifi reader - or both - this book is a touchdown of a read." Lars Anderson, SPORTS ILLUSTRATED Aliens and humans alike play positions based on physiology, creating receivers that jump 25 feet into the air, linemen that bench-press 1,200 pounds, and linebackers that literally want to eat you. Organized crime runs every franchise, games are fixed, and rival players are assassinated. “You're not gonna get actual sports that are as gleefully entertaining and as batsh*t insane as what unfolds in The Rookie anytime soon." Drew Magary, DEFECTOR Follow the story of Quentin Barnes, a 19-year-old quarterback prodigy who has been raised all his life to hate and kill the very aliens he’ll play with and against. Quentin must deal with his racism and learn to lead, or he'll wind up just another stat in the column marked "died on the field." "If you like scifi and sports, you're unlikely to find a better combination than THE ROOKIE." Phil Plait, DISCOVER MAGAZINE THE ROOKIE is free wherever you listen to podcasts. For print, eBook, and audiobook versions, check the links at scottsigler.com/products/the-rookie. 8pLbtNt1RRegoFFSuj0j Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices