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The Avram Davidson Universe
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This is a podcast dedicated to the life work and impact of award-winning author, Avram Davidson. In each episode, we perform a reading and discussion of his works with a special guest. Join the fan club at www.avramdavidson.com. Avram Davidson (1923–1993) was a writer of fantasy, science fiction, and crime fiction. Davidson was born in Yonkers, NY and and served in the Navy during World War II. His life work includes 19 novels and over 200 short stories, all of which have been widely recognized for their wit and originality. Davidson’s works have won awards in three genres: an Edgar Award for mystery, a Hugo Award for science fiction, and three World Fantasy Awards.

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Episodes
  • The Bloody Man, Part Two: Belief, Responsibility, and Reckoning

    The Bloody Man, Part Two: Belief, Responsibility, and Reckoning
    Mar 2 2026

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    The second half of our discussion looks at the deeper questions raised by “The Bloody Man”—faith, authority, cultural memory, and moral obligation. We examine how Davidson resists simple answers, allowing ambiguity and consequence to carry the weight of the story.

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    32 mins
  • The Bloody Man, Part One: Place, Voice, and Unease

    The Bloody Man, Part One: Place, Voice, and Unease
    Feb 23 2026

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    In the first half of our discussion of “The Bloody Man,” we focus on atmosphere, language, and the unsettling calm that defines Limekiller’s world. From social tensions to the weight of rumor and belief, this episode explores how Davidson builds meaning through voice and setting rather than exposition.

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    #WeirdTales
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    21 mins
  • Meeting Limekiller: Virgil, Bob, and Lucius Shepard’s Introduction

    Meeting Limekiller: Virgil, Bob, and Lucius Shepard’s Introduction
    Feb 16 2026

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    Virgil and Bob introduce Jack Limekiller through the lens of Lucius Shepard’s remarkable introduction—part literary appreciation, part personal reflection. This conversation explores Limekiller as character, avatar, and aspiration, and reflects on Avram Davidson’s relationship to place, voice, and imagination.

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    14 mins
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