We’re brothers. We love books, movies, TV, fantasy, science fiction, and probably spend way too much time talking about them.
So naturally, we decided the best solution was to put those conversations on the internet.
Mixed Perspectives is two brothers talking about the stories we love, the stories we hate, the stories we want to create, and occasionally wondering why anyone should listen to us in the first place.
Consider this your introduction. Things are about to get nerdy.
Are Fantasy Writers Afraid to Write Different Cultures? | Ep 6
Are fantasy writers afraid to write different cultures? Should authors only write what they know, or should they explore perspectives beyond their own?
In Episode 6 of Mixed Perspectives, Aaron and Immanuel discuss cultural representation in fantasy and sci-fi, Tolkien's influence on modern fantasy, and why writers shouldn't be afraid to explore different perspectives.
We talk about writing diverse characters, researching unfamiliar cultures, avoiding stereotypes, and creating believable fantasy worlds inspired by real-world cultures. We also discuss some of our favorite fantasy books, including The Rage of Dragons, Jade City, The Poppy War, and The Stormlight Archive.
Join the conversation and tell us what fantasy or sci-fi books you've read that explore different cultures and perspectives!
If you enjoy fantasy books, writing, worldbuilding, science fiction, and all things nerdy, subscribe!
22 Oct 2026
How to Start a Novel - Worldbuilding, Plotting & Writing Your First Draft | Ep 5
Have a great story idea but don't know where to start? 📚 In Episode 5 of Mixed Perspectives, Aaron and Immanuel discuss how they start writing a novel, develop story ideas, and build their fantasy worlds.
From outlining and pantsing to discovering magic systems, finding your story's ending, and overcoming the fear of the first draft, we explore different approaches to the creative writing process. We also dive into screenwriting versus novel writing, story structure, writing scenes out of order, and why separating drafting from editing can help you write more effectively.
Whether you're an aspiring author, a fantasy writer, or a seasoned novelist looking for a fresh perspective, join us for an honest conversation about turning the ideas in your head into a story on the page.
Are you a plotter or a pantser? Let us know in the comments!
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8 Oct 2026
Embrace the Madness: The Chaotic Reality of Writing - Episode 4
Mixed Perspectives Podcast - Episode 4: Embrace the Madness
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What is the reality of being a writer?
In Episode 4 of the Mixed Perspectives Podcast, we embrace the madness of the writing process and talk honestly about what it actually takes to write—and finish—a story.
We discuss our writing journeys, writing habits, novel writing vs. screenwriting, finding time to write with kids, dealing with unfinished stories, rewriting the same book over and over, learning the craft of storytelling, worldbuilding, writing tools, and getting feedback from other writers.
We also talk about the strange satisfaction of finally finishing a book after years of ideas, abandoned drafts, rewrites, and way too many words.
Whether you're a fantasy or sci-fi writer, aspiring author, screenwriter, or someone who has always wanted to write a book, this episode is about the messy, frustrating, and surprisingly rewarding reality of actually doing it.
Tell us about your writing journey in the comments: When did you start writing, and have you ever finished a story?
24 Sept 2026
Hard Magic vs Soft Magic - Episode 3
Hard Magic vs Soft Magic — Which Makes a Better Fantasy Story?
What makes a magic system “hard” or “soft”? In this episode of Mixed Perspectives, two brothers debate the differences between hard magic systems and soft magic systems, how rules and limitations affect fantasy storytelling, and whether a magic system can actually become more important than the story itself.
We talk about worldbuilding, character development, storytelling, magic systems, fantasy writing, and some of our favorite fantasy books and series. From Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings to Mistborn, The Wheel of Time, The Stormlight Archive, Codex Alera, The Name of the Wind, and The Last Unicorn, we look at how different authors use magic to tell their stories.
11 Sept 2026
Stop Calling Fantasy "Just Dragons" - Episode 2
Fantasy is more than just dragons!
In this episode of Mixed Perspectives, Aaron and Immanuel dive into what genre actually means, and why fantasy and science fiction have sometimes been treated as less “serious” than other kinds of stories.
We talk about how genre has gone from being stigmatized to becoming a huge part of mainstream culture, and why we think fantasy and sci-fi can be more than just magic, aliens, and cool worlds. From comedy and romance to drama and even stories about broken marriages during an alien apocalypse, genre can be a lens for telling almost any kind of story.
If you've ever been told that what you read isn't “real literature,” this one's for you.
11 Sept 2026
Every Nerd Starts Somewhere - Episode 1
Why do we love stories so much? Why do we read, write, and spend entirely too much time talking about fictional worlds?
In the first episode of Mixed Perspectives, Aaron and Immanuel finally decide to put their nerdy conversations on the internet. We talk about how we got into books, movies, TV, fantasy, science fiction, and why those stories have stuck with us.
We also dive into why we read, why we write, why fantasy and sci-fi sometimes get a bad rap, and why genre stories can be about so much more than just magic, spaceships, and dragons.
We're both creators ourselves, so we'll be looking at stories from both side. As fans who love getting lost in fictional worlds and as writers trying to figure out how those worlds are actually built.
Welcome to Mixed Perspectives Podcast!
10 Sept 2026
Teaser
We’re brothers. We love books, movies, TV, fantasy, science fiction, and probably spend way too much time talking about them.
So naturally, we decided the best solution was to put those conversations on the internet.
Mixed Perspectives is two brothers talking about the stories we love, the stories we hate, the stories we want to create, and occasionally wondering why anyone should listen to us in the first place.
Consider this your introduction. Things are about to get nerdy.
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