
No Books on a Dead Planet
No Books on a Dead Planet: The Podcast
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Apr 30, 2024 • 37min
Love After The End (with Hannah McGregor)
Hannah McGregor is a professor, writer, and one of the creators of the popular podcast 'Witch Please.' In this lively discussion, she explores the impactful anthology 'Love After the End,' showcasing Indigenous and queer narratives. The conversation highlights how speculative fiction can reframe dystopian views with hope and kinship. They also dive into the importance of community in tackling climate change and reflect on privilege and historical trauma. Expect a thought-provoking take on storytelling's power to inspire societal change!

Mar 31, 2024 • 50min
The Great Derangement (with Monique Roffey)
In this episode we read ‘The Great Derangement' by Amitav Ghosh.Thanks to Monique Roffey for buddy reading this week! https://moniqueroffey.com/ https://www.instagram.com/moniqueroffey/ No Books on a Dead Planet is produced and presented by Leena Norms. Artwork by Gung Ho Studios. Edited by Craig Simmonds.Nab yourself a positive panic patch: https://leenanorms.com/shopFollow Leena’s work elsewhere…YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leenanorms Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leenanorms/ Poetry collection: https://linktr.ee/bargainbinromcom

Feb 29, 2024 • 43min
The Water Will Come (with Sanne Vliegenthart)
The podcast humorously tackles homeownership amid floods, while discussing the significance of climate-themed literature like 'The Water Will Come.' It confronts the emotional complexities of reading about climate issues, emphasizing the unique Dutch engineering pride in combating rising sea levels. The conversation also critiques urban flood defenses, highlighting moral dilemmas and socioeconomic disparities. Personal stories from coastal living showcase the psychological challenges of climate change, urging collaborative action and deeper engagement through literature.

Feb 27, 2024 • 19min
Should We All Be Vegans? (minisode)
In this episode we read ‘Should We All Be Vegans?' by Molly Watson.No Books on a Dead Planet is produced and presented by Leena Norms. Artwork by Gung Ho Studios. Edited by Craig Simmonds.Nab yourself a positive panic patch: https://leenanorms.com/shopFollow Leena’s work elsewhere…YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leenanormsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/leenanorms/Poetry collection: https://linktr.ee/bargainbinromcom

Jan 31, 2024 • 46min
Half-Earth Socialism (with Tom Nicholas)
In this episode we read 'Half-Earth Socialism' by Drew Pendergrass. Thanks to Tom for buddy reading this week! https://www.youtube.com/@Tom_Nicholas https://www.youtube.com/@InductionPodNo Books on a Dead Planet is produced and presented by Leena Norms. Artwork by Gung Ho Studios. Edited by Craig Simmonds. Nab yourself a positive panic patch: https://leenanorms.com/shop Follow Leena’s work elsewhere… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leenanorms Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leenanorms/ Poetry collection: https://linktr.ee/bargainbinromcom

Jan 17, 2024 • 13min
Fowl Eulogies (minisode)
In this episode we read 'Fowl Eulogies' by Lucie Rico.No Books on a Dead Planet is produced and presented by Leena Norms. Artwork by Gung Ho Studios. Edited by Craig Simmonds.Nab yourself a positive panic patch: https://leenanorms.com/shopFollow Leena’s work elsewhere…YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leenanormsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/leenanorms/Poetry collection: https://linktr.ee/bargainbinromcom

Dec 31, 2023 • 53min
The Fifth Season (with Sara Veal)
In this episode, we read 'The Fifth Season' by N.K. Jemisin. Thanks to Sara for buddy reading this week!https://www.instagram.com/digitalbruhaha/No Books on a Dead Planet is produced and presented by Leena Norms. Artwork by Gung Ho Studios. Edited by Craig Simmonds.Nab yourself a positive panic patch: https://leenanorms.com/shopFollow Leena’s work elsewhere…YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leenanormsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/leenanorms/Poetry collection: https://linktr.ee/bargainbinromcom

Dec 16, 2023 • 13min
Losing Eden (minisode)
In this episode we read 'Losing Eden: Why Our Minds Need the Wild' by Lucy Jones.No Books on a Dead Planet is produced and presented by Leena Norms. Artwork by Gung Ho Studios. Edited by Craig Simmonds.Nab yourself a positive panic patch: https://leenanorms.com/shopFollow Leena’s work elsewhere…YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leenanormsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/leenanorms/Poetry collection: https://linktr.ee/bargainbinromcom

Dec 1, 2023 • 58min
It's Not That Radical (with Shaaba)
In this episode, we read 'It's Not That Radical' by Mikaela Loach.Thanks to Shaaba for buddy reading this week! https://www.youtube.com/@shaaba/https://open.spotify.com/artist/67JiQLv4yrwnalOf0Uq0v6?si=17Y4y34OTOWTcTTmyWdlIwNo Books on a Dead Planet is produced and presented by Leena Norms. Artwork by Gung Ho Studios. Edited by Craig Simmonds.Nab yourself a positive panic patch: https://leenanorms.com/shopFollow Leena’s work elsewhere…YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leenanormsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/leenanorms/Poetry collection: https://linktr.ee/bargainbinromcom

Nov 25, 2023 • 27min
Leena’s Search for Meaning (minisode)
In this episode we read 'Man's Search for Meaning' by Viktor Frankl. No Books on a Dead Planet is produced and presented by Leena Norms. Artwork by Gung Ho Studios. Edited by Craig Simmonds.Nab yourself a positive panic patch: https://leenanorms.com/shopFollow Leena’s work elsewhere…YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leenanormsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/leenanorms/Poetry collection: https://linktr.ee/bargainbinromcom