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3 Body Podcast

Entering the 3 Body Problem world & China’s Cultural Revolution

Mar 21, 2024
Hosts delve into Netflix's 3 Body Problem, adapting the complex book to series. Guest historian shares insights on China's Cultural Revolution. Spoiler alert for first 2 episodes. Produced by Netflix and Sony Music Entertainment.
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  • China's Cultural Revolution led to mass suffering, denunciations, and environmental devastation.
  • Adapting 'The Three-Body Problem' book into a series required tackling complex sci-fi concepts.

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The Impact of the Cultural Revolution

The Cultural Revolution, initiated by Mao to purge the Communist Party, caused widespread suffering with mass starvation. People were forced into denunciation meetings, like those seen in the episode, where violence was common. Young individuals were manipulated into joining the Red Guard, driven by Mao's encouragement and peer pressure.

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