S2E16 ~ I Am Legend (Novella)

From Post-Apocalyptia by Timewalkerauthor

May 24, 2026 · 1h 38m · Season 2 · Episode 47

About this episode

The episode features a discussion with James Gomes about Richard Matheson's novella 'I Am Legend', exploring themes such as vampires, PTSD, and the power of purpose.

This week on Post-Apocalyptia: James Gomes of the Jimbo Radio podcast joins us to talk about Richard Matheson's 1954 novella, I Am Legend! We'll talk about vampires, germ theory, and the last man on earth. We'll look at military service and PTSD; the power of purpose; and even a little hysterical blindness. And we'll ask ourselves, why can't a movie go all in on the ending? This and more, in I Am Legend! Join us there, at the end of the world! I Am Legend, by Richard Matheson, can be purchased at most booksellers, in print, ebook, and audiobook formats. The Tor/Forge 2007 interview with Richard Matheson, referenced in the episode, can be found here. James Gomes and the Jimbo Radio podcast can be found on Spotify and most podcast apps. Post-Apocalyptia can be found on most podcast apps, and on our website at https://www.postapocalyptia.com. We can also be found on social media on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter/X, Bluesky, and Reddit. Have a story you'd like to see us feature? Or, want to join us as a guest? Leave us a comment on any of our social media, or email us at postapocalyptiapodcast@gmail.com. Intro/Outro Music: "Achilles" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)…

People in this episode

Host: Timewalkerauthor

Guest: James Gomes

Topics covered

vampires
germ theory
military service
PTSD
power of purpose
hysterical blindness
literary analysis

Keywords

I Am Legend
Richard Matheson
vampires
PTSD
military service
hysterical blindness
literary analysis
Post-Apocalyptia
Jimbo Radio
podcast

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Jimbo Radio, Spotify, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter/X, Bluesky, Reddit

Books & works: I Am Legend