Episode 56: Stalker

Episode 56: Stalker

In this episode, Winston and Nick delve into the world of Soviet science fiction, focusing on the works of Arkady and Boris Strugatsky. They explore the iconic novel "Roadside Picnic" and its profound impact on the genre, including its influence on Jeff Vandermeer's "Annihilation" and Michael Crichton's "Sphere." The discussion also covers the renowned film adaptation "Stalker" by Andrei Tarkovsky and the broader cultural context of the Cold War era. Join them as they uncover the intricate web of inspiration that connects these seminal works and their lasting legacy in science fiction.

Episode 55: Video Games

In this episode, Winston and Nick examine the role of video games as a pivotal step toward The Simulation.

Episode 54: Science Fantasy

Is this the real life? Is this just Science Fantasy? Get caught in a landslide with Winston and Nick and escape from reality as they differentiate Science Fiction from Science Fantasy and discuss the merits of both.

Episode 53: Three-Body Problem

Join Winston and Nick as they compare and contrast the first book of the "Remembrance of Earth's Past" trilogy and its recent Netflix adaptation, "3 Body Problem."

Episode 52: Dune 2, part 2

In this episode, Winston and Nick dive all the way into the long awaited conclusion to Denis Villeneuve's Dune saga.