Library at the End of the World is hosted by noted survival and preparedness authority Jim Cobb. He's long been a fan of post-apocalyptic and disaster fiction and this show will focus on the books, TV shows, and movies that center on all the ways authors and directors have destroyed the world. We'll be talking about electromagnetic pulse, plague, nuclear war, alien invasion, zombie uprising, and so much more. Reviews, author interviews, even some real world survival and prepper tips along the way.
This is our last episode for a bit, as we're going on hiatus. WE WILL BE BACK! In this week's episode, we're talking about the COVID-19 pandemic and what you should be doing to be better prepared.
3/20/20 • 13:42
Our guest this week is Andrew Shanahan. His new book, Before and After, has a premise I can all but guarantee you've not read before when it comes to end of the world fiction. Then, we move to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about whether cash has a place in your survival kits.
2/28/20 • 29:11
Our guest this week is Xander Cross. He just published his first novel, The Origin of the White Wind, which begins an epic dystopian story. Then, we move to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week focusing on prepping with children.
2/21/20 • 19:27
Our guest this week is prolific author Mel Odom, someone Jim has been reading for years, even when he didn't realize it. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week discussing the living off the land fallacy.
2/14/20 • 34:35
In this week's episode, we're talking about pandemics. Art imitates life, right? We're discussing The Jakarta Pandemic by Steven Konkoly, then the film Contagion. From there, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this time discussing the realities of booby traps.
1/31/20 • 18:48
Our guest this week is author Chuck Rogers. His latest book, Bastard of the Apocalypse: The Earth Died Screaming, is a post-apocalyptic adventure like none other. He tells us about it, as well as his work on the Deathlands series and more. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, where we discuss networking with local preppers.
1/17/20 • 24:42
This week, we're talking with author TL Payne and discussing her Days of Want series, as well as upcoming books and some of her favorite post-apoc stories. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, with some suggestions on being better prepared for what might be a few stressful days or weeks to come.
1/10/20 • 21:41
Our guest this week is Ryan Schow, a very popular and prolific author who has been lighting up the charts lately. He spent a little time with us talking about his books as well as what attracted him to the post-apocalyptic genre. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about whether bugging out is all it is cracked up to be.
1/3/20 • 28:34
Author Boyd Craven makes a return appearance to the show to talk about his Still Surviving series, as well as a few of his other projects. Then, in the Three Minute Survival Tip, we talk about why cotton can kill.
12/21/19 • 29:30
This week, we're talking about a real blast from the past -- Cyborg! This flick was one of Jean-Claude van Damme's early starring roles and is chock full of cheesy goodness. From there, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, where we're discussing how to determine how much money you should spend on your gear.
12/13/19 • 15:04
Our guest this week is Tom Clark, who joins us to talk about his new novella Good Boy. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, where we discuss the importance of reliable sources of information.
12/6/19 • 40:55
This week, Jim talks a bit about the ChiZine Publications situation that's been a hot topic on social media this week, then dives into the TV show Revolution. The Three Minute Survival Tip follows, this time talking about Stray Cat Syndrome and what that could mean to post-collapse survivors.
11/8/19 • 18:53
This week, our guest is Millie Copper and she is talking to us about her new novel series, Havoc in Wyoming. Then, we turn to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week discussing organizing your supplies and equipment.
10/18/19 • 26:13
Alien invasions are on the agenda this week as we speak with Xela Culletto, author of Girl Vs. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about how outrunning the bear doesn't mean much when it comes to preparedness.
9/28/19 • 17:49
And we're back after a short hiatus! This week, since kids are back in school we're talking about a few post-apocalyptic recommendations for students (and all of them are perfectly enjoyable for adults as well). Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week focused on getting your affairs in order.
9/13/19 • 15:15
This week, Jim talks about one of the true classics in the post-apocalyptic genre -- Swan Song by Robert McCammon. Then, the Three Minute Survival Tip, which is focused on communication skills.
7/12/19 • 23:55
This week, we're talking about alien invasion stories that fall under the post-apocalyptic banner. Remember V: The Original Miniseries? How about Battlefield Earth (novel, not the movie)? Fun stuff! Then, in the Three Minute Survival Tip, we're discussing how to decide on a game plan when you are starting on your preparedness journey.
6/28/19 • 24:00
This week, Jim gives something of an overview of young adult survival fiction and talks about a few of his favorites, including Hatchet by Gary Paulsen. Then, in the Three Minute Survival Tip, we're talking about improving your tribe.
6/14/19 • 18:39
This week, Jim talks about Trackers, the first in a series by Nicholas Sansbury Smith. A police chief and a Native American tracker hunt down a killer in the Rocky Mountains as the nation falls apart after an EMP strike. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about what to keep in mind as you plan your food storage.
6/1/19 • 16:00
This week, we're talking about one of the most prolific authors in the post-apocalyptic genre, William W. Johnstone. His Ashes series lasted for a few dozen installments and had impacts beyond just the genre. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week discussing survival improvisation.
5/25/19 • 16:31
Our guest this week is Jeff Thomson. His Pressure series takes a look at what might happen if/when the Yellowstone Supervolcano erupts. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about group leadership.
5/10/19 • 29:57
Our guest this week is author Richard Hummel. He joins us to talk about his first novel, Radioactive Evolution, which is a post-apocalyptic story in the LitRPG genre. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip where we discuss the importance of reliable sources of information.
5/3/19 • 19:27
Well, we were away for a bit but we're back now! This week, we're talking with Ginger Booth about her Feral Recruit novel and how it fits into her Calm Act super series. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about not worrying about things that won't matter.
4/26/19 • 28:25
This week, we're talking about one of the best post-apocalyptic cartoons to ever air on Saturday mornings -- Thundarr, the Barbarian! Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week focused on prepping for potential job loss.
4/5/19 • 16:58
This week, our guest is Sergio Gomez. His book, The Chaos, is sort of a cross between I Am Legend by Richard Matheson and The Road by Cormac McCarthy. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about post-collapse bartering.
3/29/19 • 17:48
Our guest this week is Jack Hunt. He's written a boatload of really great post-apocalyptic tales and took time out of his busy schedule to chat about a few of them. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, where we talk about the dangers of arrogance.
3/22/19 • 23:17
This week, we're talking with Charley Hogwood. His first published novel, The Unraveling, is getting rave reviews on Amazon and is about a pandemic that sweeps the country. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about financial preparedness.
3/15/19 • 31:45
This week, a small tribute to Luke Perry by way of a review of Jeremiah, a post-apocalyptic cable show he starred in. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip in which we're discussing foods that last damn near forever in your pantry.
3/8/19 • 17:52
We're flying without a guest this week. Jim reviews White Fire by Brian Keene and Last Day by Bryan Smith. Then, we move to the Three Minute Survival Tip, this week talking about a couple of survival myths.
3/1/19 • 13:33
Our guest this week is filmmaker Tom Huckabee. He has recently released an updated and finalized version of Taking Tiger Mountain, a film that was first begun decades ago and stars Bill Paxton. Then, we move over to the Three Minute Survival Tip where we're talking about intangible assets.
2/22/19 • 25:24
