Dante Oganov offered Lincoln a deal — help him get blackmail material on Callista and use it to force Callista out, and Dante would set Lincoln’s son Sam free. The offer brings significant danger to Sam, though, as Callista will not be happy, and Dante is being hunted by Vestinian — the man who ruined Magda and wants to absorb Billy’s power. Lincoln wasn’t sure if he should take the deal because of the risk to Sam, but after meeting with his substance abuse group, he decided he has to take the c...
Mar 16, 2025•42 min•Season 5Ep. 87
Empty Set is moving to a new model: listener-supported podcasting. We’re committed to giving committed fans the complete experience. Scott, A, and the live-stream audience chat about ad-supported, freemium listener-supported models. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment No matter the level, one of the best things I can tell you is that using GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG is goo...
Mar 11, 2025•45 min
The crew discusses Dante’s offer back at the old stone church. With Billy a full-fledged member of the team now, everyone has to weigh in on what comes next. As Ariella departs for home to think on it, Linc departs for a different kind of meeting. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. Dragon’s got 99 problems, but a half...
Mar 09, 2025•43 min•Season 5Ep. 86
Ever wonder why that scene of Michael and Fredo gets you every time you watch Godfather 2? It’s the dialogue. It’s so strong, so powerful, so invisible. Scott and A delve into how writers create strong dialogue on the page and why it resonates. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Fredo, you broke my heart! That’s what I imagine I’d tell him for getting a new 3-year dot-com d...
Mar 04, 2025•47 min
After Billy and Lincoln defeat the lagrounes, Dillon and Dante have an opportunity to discuss what is as exciting as it is dangerous. Will the Old Stone Church crew mobilize to finally defeat one of their biggest threats? Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. When I get done killing all the swamp monsters I like to celeb...
Mar 02, 2025•40 min•Season 5Ep. 85
Scott creates stories people love, but which stories did he love when he was a kid? A & Scott talk about the books, movies, and experiences that continue to influence his writing in this episode. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment I loved Misfits of Science and Piers Anthony books as a kid. If I was more creative, I’d use GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG for a new 3-year dot-co...
Feb 25, 2025•39 min
Billy, Lincoln, and Dragon have set up shop under the Bendleson Bridge, which spans the wide Luminaria River. There, they waited for nightfall, when the nocturnal monsters known as lagrounes would come a-callin’. There’s a bounty on those lagrounes, a bounty placed by none other than Lincoln’s former lawyer, Dillon Cantrell. No one has been able to reach Cantrell to find out why he placed the bounty. The sun has set. Night has fallen. It’s almost time to fight. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Ot...
Feb 23, 2025•38 min•Season 5Ep. 84
On this week’s episode, Scott and A talk about how storytellers deftly share important information, and how exposition sometimes goes wrong. Scott talks about his tools and tips to keep the story flowing and readers engaged. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Did you know it was the jilted ex-lover the whole time? You should start a blog and snag a new three-year dot-com do...
Feb 18, 2025•48 min
Billy and Lincoln go after a bounty together for the first time, with Dragon along for the trip. But before they can complete the job, they have a run-in with another bounty hunter and his familiar. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. Dragon’s a good buddy, she’d tell you to use the ninety-nine percent off a three-year...
Feb 16, 2025•38 min•Season 5Ep. 83
Oh, what fresh hell is this? Scott’s fans sent in questions for Scott’s characters to ask Scott. Things absolutely got nuts; no Perry pun intended. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Questions? You’ll have all the answers if you use GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG3 to slice and dice ninety-nine percent off a brand-new dot-com domain registration. Learn more about your ad choic...
Feb 12, 2025•30 min
Billy lied about how he's growing his new power, Lincoln is lying about his whereabouts, and Magda is just plain lying to herself. When they all get caught out at the same time, can they keep their secrets? Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. You want some sizzle on that steak? Use our Stamps.com promo code offer to sa...
Feb 09, 2025•45 min•Season 5Ep. 82
Twenty minutes' notice to evacuate due to a nearby emergency? That’s what happened at Empty Set last week due to wildfire. Scott & A talk about that experience, emergency preparedness, and what to pack in your go-bag if you have to bug out. Find out what you need at ready.gov/kit or your local government’s website. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment It’s smart to be prepare...
Feb 04, 2025•39 min
Billy’s trip to Cordis goes south — and by “South,” we mean some violent stuff happens. Speaking of violence, Linc targets Ariella for payback. Meanwhile, Lukas is being radicalized by Basil. Can Sofia do anything to stop it? Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. Billy’s got a rodent problem. He should use CJCFOSSIG3, wh...
Feb 02, 2025•48 min•Season 5Ep. 81
What NFL players this season best represent Galactic Football League players? Is there an analog for Becca the Wrecka and Quentin Barnes? We discuss our picks for all your favorites in the GFL. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Do you love saving money like George Kittle loves football? If so, check out our 99% off year one of your new three-year dot-com domain registratio...
Jan 28, 2025•45 min
Despite the Old Stone Church crew’s recent successes, Lincoln remains beholden to Callista. He must pay her a visit and make a critical payment of magical treasure. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. The real magical treasure is our GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG3, a real-life spell that makes 99% of the cost of a new d...
Jan 26, 2025•37 min•Season 5Ep. 80
There’s always a lot going on at Empty Set. In 2024, it was mostly behind the scenes, but in 2025, we’ll be all over the place. New books! Convention appearances! All the things! Give a listen to find out where we’ll be in 2025! Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment You also have a big 2025 in the making? Make things easy by using our GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG for your webs...
Jan 22, 2025•51 min
Lincoln continues to make progress on the demons he can’t slay with Bastard Maker, while Billy finally takes charge of his own fate. Both men face mounting challenges. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. You know what floats my boat? An unreal ninety-nine percent off with GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG3, which gives you ...
Jan 19, 2025•36 min•Season 5Ep. 79
When characters must do awful things, does it get yucky for the creator? While we can only speak for Scott, it certainly does. What about Thomas Harris, the creator of the horrifying Hannibal Lechter? What about the writers of Marvel’s Loki during the Avengers movies? How many innocents died off-screen due to Loki’s maniacal mechanizations? Hint: it was a lot. Scott and ARealGirl Herself dive deep into this critical part of storytelling. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produc...
Jan 15, 2025•41 min
Billy returns from a hunt to find a transformed Old Stone Church. Bingles and Not-So-Tiny Tim get rude. The monster-hunting business is a’ boomin'. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. Discounts are a tasty treat, like the GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG3, which saves monstrous amounts on a three-year dot-com domain regist...
Jan 12, 2025•33 min•Season 5Ep. 78
As the world becomes more connected, we learn more about the creators of the entertainment we love. And we don’t always like the people those creators are in real life. What’s to do when the human behind beloved works is a terrible person? Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Starting the new year with 99% off your first year using GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG? Yes please, I ...
Jan 07, 2025•56 min
The gang returns! Six months have passed since the end of SLAY 2. What are Linc, Magda, Billy, Dragon, and Sh*tbird up to? Let the vulgar violence begin anew! Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watching Me” by SUPERWEAPON. Ep 77 of SLAY manifests itself in your future via the GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG3. Slice-slice-slice 99% off the first year...
Jan 05, 2025•37 min•Season 5Ep. 77
Scott and ARealGirl Herself discuss ten movies that take place on New Year’s Eve for your consideration. NOTE: These are not “ranked,” it's just a list of ten flicks in no particular order. Happy New Year Junkies! We’ll see you in 2025! Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment What’s the New Year without a New Domain? The GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG nips 99% off Year One of a 3-...
Dec 31, 2024•50 min
Rikki and Dale have been naughty, and Santa is about to put them on the list – permanently. What will become of Laura, Jenn, and farty Ol’ Zeke? Written and performed by Scott Sigler. Edited by A B Kovacs. Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Start 2025 off with a bang by using our Go Daddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG3. You pay only one percent of the list price for a new domain registration! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Dec 29, 2024•30 min•Season 4Ep. 16
Scott & A chat with musician and Hall of Fame podcaster George Hrab about his new Christmas album STOCKING STUFFER. George brings his wit, humor and lots of charm to this holiday season. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Geologic Podcast Stuff your stocking with the GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG. Why have lumps of coal when you can save 99% on year one of a three-year new d...
Dec 24, 2024•55 min
Rikki and Dale are about to spoil Laura’s homecoming. Being naughty on Christmas Eve carries a powerful price. Is anyone being nice? Anyone other than Zeke, that is. Hopefully, when punishment comes, the farty old yellow lab gets a pass. Written and performed by Scott Sigler. Edited by A B Kovacs. Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Get your wrapping paper because you need to treat yoself to the Go Daddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG3, which pops 99% savings und...
Dec 22, 2024•34 min•Season 4Ep. 15
Scott establishes firm, scientific rules for what is or is not a “Christmas Movie.” Next time some engagement-baiting idiot drops the “hot take – DIE HARD is not a Christmas movie,” you can ignore them because you are armed with deeply researched rules and heuristics. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Why hasn’t someone made a Christmas movie out of the GoDaddy Promo Code ...
Dec 17, 2024•50 min
It's the holiday season in Perish, MI, and the legend of Santa No-Pants lurks through every house. They never did find the Anderson twins, did they? Dale, Rikki, Laura, Jennifer, and farty old good boy Zeke better not be naughty... Written and performed by Scott Sigler. Edited by A B Kovacs. Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment The New Year is almost upon us, so get a new dot-com and save 99% off your first year with the Go Daddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG3. L...
Dec 15, 2024•36 min•Season 4Ep. 14
We chat with Christof Laputka, the brilliant creator of The Leviathan Chronicles and the upcoming Invenios Expeditions. Damn, this dude is a super-pimp of entertainment. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment You want deep-sea treasure? Dive for the GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG. Rebreathe 99% from your 1st year of a 3-year new domain registration. Learn more about your ad choic...
Dec 11, 2024•34 min
George's fateful call brings the Days of Deer Camp sequence to an end. In horror stories, and in life, no good deed goes unpunished. ******************************************** Happy Holidays with the https://scottsigler.com/pages/godaddy-promo-codes CJCFOSSIG3. It’s what Santa would want, dammit. Written and performed by Scott Sigler. Edited by A B Kovacs. Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...
Dec 08, 2024•33 min•Season 4Ep. 13
Turkey, mashed 'taters, pumpkin’ pie… same-old, same-old! ARealGirl and the FDØ talk about different slices of Thanksgiving. Sigleritos, anyone? Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment The holiday spirit is alive and well with our GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG. Slice 99% off the first year of a three-year new domain registration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....
Dec 04, 2024•46 min
