<![CDATA[Birds with Words ]]>
ssfitzgerald.substack.com]]>https://ssfitzgerald.substack.com/podcastSubstackWed, 08 Apr 2026 09:43:31 GMThttps://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/2399121.rssBirds with Words by S.S. FitzgeraldSubstack to the author S.S. Fitzgerald. Welcome! Find a story you like and tell me what you think. episodicBirds with Words by S.S. Fitzgeraldssfitzgerald@substack.comYes<![CDATA[Birds with Words, Episode 16: ALIENS and Christopher Michael]]>Warning: Harsh language ahead!

Today is something a little different. Today we dissect ALIENS and the military blunders within the amazing film. I am joined by Christopher Michael, (author, veteran, and federal agent) who shares his experience as we go through key moments of ALIENS and the downfall of the USCM Marines.

Full disclosure, we both love the movie ALIENS, and this is just for fun. All thoughts are our own, rights for ALIENS remain with 20th Century Fox.

With that being said, what do you think? Was there anything we missed? Let us know in the comments!

Christopher is known for Tomb of the Black Pharaoh which is an eldritch horror novel.

Want to see other fan services to ALIENS? Well lucky for you I have more!

Have a great LV426 day this month, stay frosty and happy hunting survivors.



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If you would like to read the collection The Hero came from, you can get it in the links below!



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Check out Tyler’s novels in the links below!

If you have X, then give Tyler a follow and show some love.

Don’t forget to “like,” comment, and share!



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Come listen to L.N. Holmes, the mind behind the fantasy epic, The Floating Castle. We discuss her new series launch, and what makes her tick.Find all of L.N. Holmes’ works here:

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I’m also happy to announce that since we recorded this session, I have read Death Cult, and I highly recommend for those who love 80s style horror!



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I had to go back afterwards and confirm in RE2R that the knife does not degrade. I couldn’t recall while we were discussing that function.

If you’d like to find me on STEAM, you can find me under the username: ssfitzgerald. I’m not active much anymore, but always willing to have new friends in a game session.



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I mentioned a live action of The Keeper’s Diary, and I couldn’t recall the people who produced it (turns out it was Residence of Evil on YouTube). I found it on YouTube, and you can watch The Keeper’s Diary here.

After recording this first session, I had to check myself on a few areas I wasn’t sure of. The original Resident Evil did have sharks in the flooded basement. I guess my memory is just stronger for this section with the remake. Plant 42 did have an attack; it was just so brief that I forgot it as a “boss” in the storyline.



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Read Shaun Jooste’s article on how different his story would be if the influence was from the Resident Evil series.

Don’t forget to pickup a copy of Shaun Jooste’s novel, Sacred Valley!



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Don’t forget to check out Carrie’s first ever horror short story on my blog!



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Today I am joined by author and fellow podcaster, Glen Weatherhead to discuss AI and impact AI is having on the creative communities.

Glen has been writing on and off for years and is in the process of writing a High Fantasy novel. Glen is also a huge supporter of other writers and authors. He maintains a webpage for broadcasting other authors (Creative Writing Wizard) and manages the Indie Radar. You can see his page and find his works with the button below.

During our discussion we mentioned SPINES, the publishing platform that claims they plan to “disrupt” the publishing industry with AI. You can read more about their effort and method HERE.

What are your thoughts?

Leave a comment, tell us if you agree, or if we completely missed the mark. Let us know if you’d like to read books generated by AI or if it’s adherent to you.



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I hope you enjoy these short stories and narrations. I do it all myself, and without monetization to ensure easy access for you. If you would like to support my ventures, please check out my BuyMeACoffee page. You can donate to me there, but you can also buy exclusive content there! By clicking on “Extras” and “Commissions” you can purchase signed copies of my novels or show up in one of my stories!

Don’t forget to order a copy of Sinner’s Pass!

If you enjoyed this, please follow me on your preferred social media.



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You can follow Sage Greer and her blooming journey on her website below.

You can find Sage Greer on X, Instagram, and Threads at: @SageEGreer

Preorder To the End of the Line

See Reviews for To the End of the Line

Don’t forget to “like,” comment, and share!



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If interested in becoming an Alpha or Beta reader, please send all inquiries to: S.S.Fitzgerald.Writing@gmail.com



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If interested in becoming an Alpha or Beta reader, please send all inquiries to: S.S.Fitzgerald.Writing@gmail.com



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