The Interstellar Age

Peer into the future in The Interstellar Age, a science fiction podcast chronicling humanity’s epic journey to the stars. In this series, a fictional 26th century historian looks back on the dramatic events that defined our “interstellar age,” from Earth’s Third World War, to first contact with alien intelligences, to exploration, colonization, and the star-spanning conflicts that shaped the galaxy.

Set in the universe of author Dylan McFadyen’s Si Vis Astra series, The Interstellar Age uses gripping narratives to bring to life centuries of richly imagined future history, developed over two decades. Whether you’re a fan of epic history (real or imagined), military sci-fi, or simply exploring humanity’s future in space, The Interstellar Age offers a thrilling glimpse into a possible tomorrow.

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Episodes

Special Update - Lessons of War

I'm releasing a novel set in the universe of The Interstellar Age—but I need your help. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/333231041/lessons-of-wara-cutting-edge-military-sci-fi-series-starter Theme music: "The Ice Giants" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ contact@dylanmcfadyen.com www.dylanmcfadyen.com

May 06, 2025•3 min

Episode 10 - The Last World War: 2061 to 2065

The Third World War is finally over; Earth is unified as never before. But can peace last—or is a civilization-destroying conflict just a matter of time? Theme music: "The Ice Giants" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Find a transcript of this episode on our Substack. contact@dylanmcfadyen.com www.dylanmcfadyen.com...

Mar 14, 2025•23 min•Season 1Ep. 11

Episode 9 - Endgame: July 2060 to March 2061

The final, apocalyptic showdown of the Third World War begins in China. The Allies have the initiative - but the PLA has a terrifying surprise waiting for them. Theme music: "The Ice Giants" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Find a transcript of this episode on our Substack. contact@dylanmcfadyen.com www.dylanmcfadyen.com...

Mar 07, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 10

Episode 8 - Downfall: 2059 to 2060

After liberating Europe, a much more daunting task lies ahead for the Allies: facing down the PLA in their own backyard. Theme music: "The Ice Giants" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Find a transcript of this episode on our Substack. contact@dylanmcfadyen.com www.dylanmcfadyen.com...

Feb 28, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 9

Episode 7 - Liberation: 2058

The Allies launch the first campaign to take back Eurasia from the PRC and its authoritarian partners. An Allied defeat now might well hand the initiative, and the world, back to the Axis. Theme music: "The Ice Giants" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Find a transcript of this episode on our Substack. contact@dylanmcfadyen.com www.dylanmcfadyen.com...

Feb 21, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Episode 6 - The Allies Strike Back: 2057 to 2058

The Allies struggle to wrest control of the seas back from the Authoritarian Axis. In two battles at sea, the final course of the Third World War will be decided. Theme music: "The Ice Giants" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Find a transcript of this episode on our Substack. contact@dylanmcfadyen.com www.dylanmcfadyen.com...

Feb 14, 2025•20 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Episode 5 - The Storm Breaks: November 2056 to April 2057

The overstretched PLA finally grinds to a halt in North America and Australia. Turning survival into victory will push the new Allied armies to their limits. Theme music: "The Ice Giants" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Find a transcript of this episode on our Substack. contact@dylanmcfadyen.com www.dylanmcfadyen.com...

Feb 07, 2025•20 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Episode 4 - Fortress Breached: January to November, 2056

The Allies' last bastions are breached by a seemingly unstoppable PLA. But will the reach of the Authoritarian Axis finally exceed its transhuman grasp? Theme music: "The Ice Giants" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Find a transcript of this episode on our Substack. contact@dylanmcfadyen.com www.dylanmcfadyen.com...

Jan 31, 2025•23 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Episode 3 - Autocracy Ascendant: 2053 - 2055

After a series of devastating surprise attacks, the augmented PLA and their authoritarian partners march across the globe. The forces of the US-led Global Democratic Alliance rally to stop them - but things have changed since the 2020's. Theme music: "The Ice Giants" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Find a transcript of this episode on our Substack. contact@dylanmcfadyen.com www.dylanmcfadyen.c...

Jan 24, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Episode 2 - Metacrisis: 2052 - 2053

As tensions between the West and the Authoritarian Axis rise, a seemingly unrelated crisis erupts in the Indian subcontinent. But this is just a prelude to an even greater catastrophe - one that certain leaders are only too eager to bring about. Theme music: "The Ice Giants" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Find a transcript of this episode on our Substack. contact@dylanmcfadyen.com www.dylanmc...

Jan 24, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Episode 1 - The End of the American Century: 2025 - 2051

As the United States recedes from the unipolar world it created, other powers rush in to fill the gaps. Is conflict between them inevitable? Theme music: "The Ice Giants" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Find a transcript of this episode on our Substack. contact@dylanmcfadyen.com www.dylanmcfadyen.com...

Jan 24, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Introduction

Welcome to the Interstellar Age. Find a transcript of this episode on our Substack. contact@dylanmcfadyen.com www.dylanmcfadyen.com

Jan 24, 2025•3 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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