Science Fiction Book Club: Ted Chiang

Abu and Obssa complete their read-through of Mickey7 by Edward Ashton. They discuss the book's lack of depth despite its interesting premise, and explore the transporter paradox.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingSubscribe on YouTube to watch the video version of this episodeCheck our Season 2 Schedule to keep up with the reading assignmentsEmail us your thoughts and questions: scifibookclubpod@loreparty.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Obssa continue their read-through of Mickey7 by Edward Ashton. They explore the current status of cloning technology and the long history of human space colonization.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingSubscribe on YouTube to watch the video version of this episodeCheck our Season 2 Schedule to keep up with the reading assignmentsEmail us your thoughts and questions: scifibookclubpod@loreparty.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Obssa share their thoughts on Bong Joon-ho's latest film Mickey 17.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingSubscribe on YouTube to watch the video version of this episodeCheck our Season 2 Schedule to keep up with the reading assignmentsEmail us your thoughts and questions: scifibookclubpod@loreparty.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Obssa begin their read-through of Mickey7 by Edward Ashton. They explore the origins of the book's publication (and the movie deal) and break down the central philosophical questions at the heart of the story.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingSubscribe on YouTube to watch the video version of this episodeCheck our Season 2 Schedule to keep up with the reading assignmentsEmail us your thoughts and questions: scifibookclubpod@loreparty.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join the deep dive into the first five episodes of a highly anticipated series! The hosts share excitement over enhanced storytelling and striking visuals, while dissecting complex character dynamics, especially around loyalty and identity. They ponder the ethical implications of corporate culture and delve into emotional themes surrounding autonomy and dual identities. With intellectual discussions on philosophical questions raised by the narrative, listeners are invited to engage with the unfolding mystery and contribute their thoughts.

Abu and Obssa complete their read-through of A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers. They explore the balance between work and rest, and unpack the philosophy of post-humanism.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingSubscribe on YouTube to watch the video version of this episodeCheck our Season 2 Schedule to keep up with the reading assignmentsEmail us your thoughts and questions: scifibookclubpod@loreparty.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Obssa begin their read-through of A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers. They explore the origins of the book's publication and debate the merits of a utopian society.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingSubscribe on YouTube to watch the video version of this episodeCheck our Season 2 Schedule to keep up with the reading assignmentsEmail us your thoughts and questions: scifibookclubpod@loreparty.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Obssa share their thoughts on the second season of Silo on Apple TV+.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingSubscribe on YouTube to watch the video version of this episodeCheck our Season 2 Schedule to keep up with the reading assignmentsEmail us your thoughts and questions: scifibookclubpod@loreparty.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Obssa complete their read through of Wool by Hugh Howey. They explore the importance of remembering our history and the debate at the heart of this novel between security and freedom.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingSubscribe on YouTube to watch the video version of this episodeCheck our Season 2 Schedule to keep up with the reading assignmentsEmail us your thoughts and questions: scifibookclubpod@loreparty.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Obssa share their thoughts on the second episode of the new season of Silo.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingSubscribe on YouTube to watch the video version of this episodeCheck our Season 2 Schedule to keep up with the reading assignmentsEmail us your thoughts and questions: scifibookclubpod@loreparty.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices