
3 Body Podcast
3 Body Problem arrives on Netflix on March 21st, and The 3 Body Podcast will be with you every step of the way to dissect and discuss this mind-boggling series. Hosts Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock and Jason Concepcion will talk to a range of people involved in the making of the show, including the showrunners, directors, and the VFX supervisors, to give unparalleled behind-the-scenes insight. They’ll also chat with experts in the field, from NASA scientists, to ex-CIA operatives, about the real-world implications of what unfolds on screen. The 3 Body Podcast, coming March 21st. New episodes every Thursday.
Latest episodes

Apr 25, 2024 • 52min
The science behind the Staircase Project & season recap with 3 Body Problem’s showrunners
Showrunners David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, and Alexander Woo discuss Saul becoming a Wallfacer and future character paths. NASA engineer Bobak Ferdowsi explains logistics of the Staircase Project. Podcast delves into spacecraft weight challenges, quantum technology interference, emotional character arcs, and actor comparisons.

Apr 18, 2024 • 52min
Humanity’s reaction to an alien invasion & telling Will’s story
Director Jeremy Podsewa and guests delve into humanity's reaction to an alien invasion, the emotional journey of Will's story, the filming intricacies of the paper boat scenes, and the possible psychological responses to an impending alien threat. The podcast explores themes of grief, regrets, preparation, emotional depth, and the human response to potential alien contact through science fiction scenarios.

Apr 11, 2024 • 53min
Cults and The ETO & capturing the Panama Canal sequence
Hosts Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock and Jason Concepcion shine a light on the mysterious world of the ETO. Minkie Spiro, one of 3 Body Problem’s directors, opens up about filming one the series’s most harrowing scenes and the moral quandary that unfolds in its wake. Maggie and Jason also call on the expertise of Dr. Alexandra Stein, social psychologist and author specializing in cults and extremist groups, to scrutinize the ETO, and explain the real world markers of a cult. SPOILER ALERT: We will be covering episodes 4 and 5 of the series, so if you haven’t watched that far yet, be sure to catch up on Netflix now. The 3 Body Podcast is produced by Netflix and Sony Music Entertainment.

Apr 4, 2024 • 50min
Secret government organizations & exploring the characters of Da Shi and Tatiana with Benedict Wong and Marlo Kelly
Hosts Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock and Jason Concepcion tackle the shady world of clandestine government operations, and put Wade’s actions under the spotlight. Cast members Benedict Wong and Marlo Kelly, who play Da Shi and Tatiana, join Maggie and Jason to discuss the complexities behind their mysterious and enigmatic characters. Elsewhere former CIA officer, and founder of UAP-centric entertainment company To The Stars, Jim Semivan, lifts the lid on the techniques that governments and organizations use to spy on people, and questions whether governments are taking threats from outer space seriously enough. SPOILER ALERT: We will be covering episodes 3 and 4 of the series, so if you haven’t watched that far yet, be sure to catch up on Netflix now. The 3 Body Podcast is produced by Netflix and Sony Music Entertainment.

Mar 28, 2024 • 46min
Exploring the 3 Body Game & the Three-body problem theory explained
Hosts Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock and Jason Concepcion are putting on their VR headsets and stepping into the 3 Body Game. They are joined by 3 Body Problem’s VFX supervisors, Steve Kullback and Stefen Fangmeier, to discuss the creative process behind building the virtual reality game at the heart of the show. Maggie and Jason will also hear from 3 Body Problem’s science advisor, particle physicist Dr. Matthew Kenzie, as he dissects the mind-bending science we see on screen, and explains what the three-body problem theory actually is. SPOILER ALERT: We will be covering episodes 2 and 3 of the series, so if you haven’t watched that far yet, be sure to catch up on Netflix now. The 3 Body Podcast is produced by Netflix and Sony Music Entertainment.

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Mar 21, 2024 • 51min
Entering the 3 Body Problem world & China’s Cultural Revolution
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.

Mar 4, 2024 • 3min
Coming Soon…The 3 Body Podcast
3 Body Problem arrives on Netflix on March 21st, and The 3 Body Podcast will be with you every step of the way to dissect and discuss this mind-boggling series. Hosts Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock and Jason Concepcion will talk to a range of people involved in the making of the show, including the showrunners, directors, and the VFX supervisors, to give unparalleled behind-the-scenes insight. They’ll also chat with experts in the field, from NASA scientists, to ex-CIA operatives, about the real-world implications of what unfolds on screen. The 3 Body Podcast, coming March 21st. New episodes every Thursday.