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Chris Beckett
Award-winning science fiction author of the Dark Eden trilogy and America City; guest of the episode discussing his novels' themes, worldbuilding, religion, and dark-planet ecology.
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May 23, 2025
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Chris Beckett on Dark Ecology in 'Dark Eden'
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Chris Beckett, an award-winning sci-fi author known for the Dark Eden trilogy, dives deep into themes like dark ecology and human development. He reveals the unique, sunless world of Eden and its geothermal life forms. The discussion explores how religion and language evolve among its inhabitants, shedding light on social structures. Beckett also reflects on the parallels between his novel America City and real-world politics, highlighting the prophetic nature of fiction in times of crisis.
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