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Hosted by Randall Garrett, Laurence M. Janifer · fiction · EN
Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated one fateful night at a science-fiction convention—where the cocktails were flowing, and only one of them has ever truly sobered up. Originally titled That Sweet Little Old Lady, Brain Twister takes readers on a thrilling journey with FBI agent Kenneth J. Malone as he navigates the complex web of a telepathic spy. His mission? To uncover the elusive telepath hiding in plain sight, all while grappling with the question how do you catch a mind that can read yours? This captivating novella was nominated for the prestigious Hugo Award in 1960. (Summary from the text and Catharine Eastman)
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Signup to Generate a PitchDive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated one fateful night at a science-fiction convention, where the cocktails were flowing, and only one of them has ever truly sobered up.
Brain Twister is hosted by Randall Garrett, Laurence M. Janifer. The show has published 27 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Apartment Next Door-William Johnston" (24 August 2026, 342 minutes), "Return of Clubfoot-Valentine Williams" (23 August 2026, 422 minutes), and "Woman and War-Olive Schreiner" (22 August 2026, 52 minutes).
Brain Twister publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 350 minutes across 27 episodes.
Booking probability for Brain Twister is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Brain Twister requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Brain Twister's contact route on record: verified email.
Randall Garrett, Laurence M. Janifer hosts Brain Twister, a fiction podcast with 27 episodes published.
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Brain Twister
Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated...
Brain Twister
Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated...
Brain Twister
Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated...
Brain Twister
Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated...
Brain Twister
Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated...
Brain Twister
Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated...
Brain Twister
Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated...
Brain Twister
Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated...
Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated...
Brain Twister
Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated...
Dive into the intriguing world of Mark Phillips, the pen name of two talented writers, Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their unique collaboration, inspired by their middle names (Philip and Mark), originated...
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