Welcome to Poets at War, a podcast documenting the brood of writers, where art, theology, philosophy, and fun beckon your ears. The Brood assembles for an evening that ranges from music theory to alien invasions. Joshua kicks off with a deep dive into the evolution of hip-hop, the death of swagger in rock, and why Outkast matters — even playing a sample to prove his point. Ian Wilson shares an extensive outline for his middle-grade sci-fi novel Heart of the Stars, featuring giant spiders, a wizard named Azariah, a time-traveling cat named Fred, and a bully who decides life on an alien planet beats his trailer back home. The gang plays "Fallout Boy Song or Anime Title?" and reveals which movie character they most closely associate with. Plus: Brendan's work woes, Joshua's chronic stress management, and a scheduling check-in for future episodes.Chapters: