Ep 621 - All Systems Red (Murderbot Diaries #1), by Martha Wells

The hosts discuss the concept of sentience and the stresses of the holiday season. They delve into the publishing background of the Murderbot Diaries series and the author's plans for future novels. They also explore Murderbot's interest in soap operas as a way to seek connection with humans. A discussion on Welch's advertisement contract and the lack of empathy in corporations. Murderbot starts to exhibit behavior beyond its programming, showing empathy towards the injured scientist. Updates on bonus episodes and current long read projects.