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Galaxy!

Galaxy!

Jason Stark, Stephanie Junker, and Jacob Junker

A podcast about the science fiction novels and stories of Isaac Asimov. Jason Stark, a seasoned reader of Asimov's novels, joins Stephanie and Jacob Junker, newcomers to the material, and together they investigate the themes and meanings behind the stories of one the most famous Sci Fi authors of all time. From positronic brains to psychohistory and beyond, join Jason, Stephanie and Jacob as they look for the relevance that these stories have for today, and how they speak to big questions and ideas.

16 - Special Episode: "The Measure of a Man"
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  • 16 - Special Episode: "The Measure of a Man"

    In between books, we've decided to take a moment and talk about one of our favorite episodes of Star Trek: The Next Generation, "The Measure of a Man." Given all the conversations we have had about Asimovian robots and the question of robotic personhood, this episode of Star Trek is a great conversation piece to further examine those questions, with our beloved Data's future and agency on the line. Enjoy this episode, which also starts off with an important announcement.

    Wed, 17 Mar 2021 - 56min
  • 15 - An Ending, Not a Conclusion (Foundation, Part 5)

    The conclusion to Foundation is a mixed bag for us. It is stronger than the previous part of the book, and yet it still feels a little removed from the flow and pacing that characterizes the book's first half. On this episode we talk about Part 5, "The Merchant Princes." We discuss the way in which the Foundation has changed since the days of Salvor Hardin, the application of the mystery genre to this reading selection, and some guesses as to where Asimov's narrative universe is heading from here.----more---- P.S. Apologies in advance for the audio issues that were encountered in this recording. At least it's an uncommon occurrence.

    Wed, 03 Mar 2021 - 1h 08min
  • 14 - Money for Nothing (Foundation, Part 4)

    While the Foundation is put on the map by bigshots like Salvor Hardin, it wouldn't get far without the efforts of the everyday Joes. In this case, that means the traders, who venture out beyond Foundation territory and introduce advanced technology, as a gateway to expanding the Foundation's sphere of influence. On this episode we discuss Part 4 of Foundation, "The Traders". We talk about money and trade as a source of power, as well as the way that seemingly everyone, at some point or another, resorts to a bending of the rules in order to get what they want.

    Wed, 17 Feb 2021 - 56min
  • 13 - Longest Long Game in History (Foundation, Part 3)

    On this episode, we discuss Part 3 of Foundation, "The Mayors". The story of Salvor Hardin reaches its climactic moment, as he manipulates the societal forces of the four kingdoms, and ensures that Anacreon will never again constitute a threat to the Foundation. We discuss religion as a source of societal power, how well that concept is handled in the book, and contemporary ways in which such power is used.

    Wed, 03 Feb 2021 - 55min
  • 12 - The Rise of Salvor Hardin (Foundation, Part 2)

    Desperate times call for desperate measures. As the Foundation faces its first major crisis, a power struggle will break out between those who are dedicated to the Encyclopedia, and a man who knows that it is time for the Foundation to grow up. But in his desire to lead the people of Terminus, how far will he go to achieve his goals? And how far is too far? Today, we talk about Part 2 of Foundation, "The Encyclopedists."

    Wed, 20 Jan 2021 - 55min
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