Science Fiction Book Club: Ted Chiang
Lore Party Media
Science Fiction Book Club is a podcast for bookworms and stargazers. In every episode, hosts Abu and Obssa dive into the pages of their favorite science fiction novels to break down the big ideas and ask the nerdy questions. This isn't just a generic book review podcast – it's a show made for and with a community of passionate sci-fi fans. So join the club, and get reading! New episodes every other Thursday.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Apr 11, 2024 • 57min
The Three-Body Problem (Remembrance of Earth's Past #1) by Liu Cixin I Ch. 15-20
Abu and Obssa continue their read through of The Three-Body Problem by Liu Cixin. They explore the meaning of the Trisolaran Monument and explore the pessimistic and optimistic outlooks on the future of the human race.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingCheck our Season 1 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
Apr 4, 2024 • 34min
Netflix's 3 Body Problem Spoilercast
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa review Netflix's 3 Body Problem and discuss whether the show successfully adapted the original story.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingCheck our Season 1 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
Mar 28, 2024 • 53min
The Three-Body Problem (Remembrance of Earth's Past #1) by Liu Cixin I Ch. 7-14
Abu and Obssa continue their read through of The Three-Body Problem by Liu Cixin. They explore the scientific theories of David Hume and Karl Popper, and then ponder what could happen if humanity actually made first contact with aliens.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingCheck our Season 1 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
Mar 25, 2024 • 23min
Netflix's 3 Body Problem First Impressions
In this short bonus episode, Abu and Obssa share their early thoughts on Netflix's 3 Body Problem. In brief, they're really enjoying the show and recommend you check it out!Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingCheck our Season 1 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
Mar 21, 2024 • 49min
The Three-Body Problem (Remembrance of Earth's Past #1) by Liu Cixin I Ch. 4-6
Abu and Obssa continue their read through of The Three-Body Problem by Liu Cixin. They explore the themes of science versus nature in the novel and unpack the idea of technology as a disease.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingCheck our Season 1 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
Mar 21, 2024 • 51min
The Three-Body Problem (Remembrance of Earth's Past #1) by Liu Cixin I Ch. 1-3
Chinese author Liu Cixin discusses The Three-Body Problem. Topics include the Chinese Cultural Revolution, author background, and humanity's dilemmas amidst impending alien contact.
Mar 17, 2024 • 3min
Introducing Science Fiction Book Club
Welcome aboard! Science Fiction Book Club is a podcast for bookworms and stargazers. In every episode, hosts Abu and Obssa dive into the pages of their favorite science fiction novels to break down the big ideas and ask the nerdy questions.Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materialsJoin our Discord to keep the conversation goingCheck our Season 1 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
