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Punkography

Worldcasting Podcast

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Cyberpunk Origins and Evolution

This chapter explores the roots and development of the cyberpunk genre, tracing its beginnings to the new wave science fiction of the 60s and 70s. It contrasts its darker themes with more optimistic 'punk' genres while analyzing key examples in popular culture, including films like The Matrix. The conversation further investigates the intersection of cyberpunk with elements of magic, addressing concepts like 'magic punk' and its implications for storytelling.

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