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
May 30, 2024 • 49min
Ancillary Justice (Imperial Radch #1) by Ann Leckie I Ch. 1-8
Abu and Obssa begin their read through of Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie. They explore the history of the book's publication and the broad themes of imperialism and gender.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
May 16, 2024 • 26min
The Wandering Earth by Liu Cixin
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa explore Liu Cixin's wildly imaginative short story The Wandering Earth. Thank you to TheBrandalorian in Discord for the great suggestion!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
May 9, 2024 • 1h 1min
The Three-Body Problem (Remembrance of Earth's Past #1) by Liu Cixin I Ch. 27-35
Abu and Obssa complete their read through of The Three-Body Problem by Liu Cixin. They explore Trisolaran physiology and culture and the impact of science fiction stories on our understanding of ourselves.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
May 2, 2024 • 35min
What Critics and Fans Thought of Netflix’s 3 Body Problem (ft. Zach Kram)
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa share what you had to say about Netflix's 3 Body Problem and chat with Zach Kram from The Ringer about his love of both the show and original books.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.comFollow Zach on Twitter and read his review of 3 Body Problem on The Ringer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 25, 2024 • 58min
The Three-Body Problem (Remembrance of Earth's Past #1) by Liu Cixin I Ch. 21-26
Abu and Obssa continue their read through of The Three-Body Problem by Liu Cixin. They explore Ye Wenjie's emotional arc in this story and wonder if she feels any remorse for her actions.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 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
