Science Fiction Book Club: Ted Chiang
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.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 42 minutes
- Episodes
- 47
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
The Merchant and the Alchemist's Gate (Exhalation) by Ted Chiang
Abu and Obssa begin their read-through of Exhalation by Ted Chiang. They dive into the first short story in the collection, The Merchant and the Alchemist's Gate, and explore the power of story…
00:30:58 |
Thu 11 Sep 2025
Parable of the Sower (Earthseed #1) by Octavia E. Butler I Ch. 14-25
Abu and Obssa complete their read-through of Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler. They explore how Lauren Olamina embodies an ideal leader, the evolution of religion in the face of scientif…
01:08:02 |
Thu 28 Aug 2025
Parable of the Sower (Earthseed #1) by Octavia E. Butler I Ch. 1-13
Abu and Obssa begin their read-through of Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler. They reflect on the relevance of Butler's work in today's society, highlighting the prophetic nature of her writi…
01:04:33 |
Thu 14 Aug 2025
Murderbot (Episode 10)
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa share their thoughts on the season one finale of the Apple TV+ show Murderbot!
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00:25:45 |
Fri 11 Jul 2025
Murderbot (Episode 9)
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa share their thoughts on the ninth episode of the Apple TV+ show Murderbot!
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00:15:50 |
Fri 04 Jul 2025
Murderbot (Episode 8)
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa share their thoughts on the eighth episode of the Apple TV+ show Murderbot!
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00:17:39 |
Fri 27 Jun 2025
Murderbot (Episode 7)
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa share their thoughts on the seventh episode of the Apple TV+ show Murderbot!
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00:13:35 |
Fri 20 Jun 2025
Murderbot (Episode 6)
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa share their thoughts on the sixth episode of the Apple TV+ show Murderbot!
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00:17:40 |
Fri 13 Jun 2025
Murderbot (Episode 5)
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa share their thoughts on the fifth episode of the Apple TV+ show Murderbot!
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00:14:42 |
Fri 06 Jun 2025
Murderbot (Episode 4)
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa share their thoughts on the fourth episode of the Apple TV+ show Murderbot!
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00:15:23 |
Fri 30 May 2025
Murderbot (Episode 3)
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa share their thoughts on the third episode of the Apple TV+ show Murderbot!
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00:15:36 |
Fri 23 May 2025
Murderbot (Episodes 1 and 2)
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa share their thoughts on the first two episodes of the Apple TV+ show Murderbot!
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00:27:48 |
Fri 16 May 2025
Artificial Condition (The Murderbot Diaries #2) by Martha Wells I Ch. 5-9
Abu and Obssa complete their read-through of Artificial Condition by Martha Wells. They discuss Murderbot's trauma on Ganaka Pit and how the bot's fears could be interpreted through Adlerian psych…
00:50:52 |
Thu 08 May 2025
Severance Season 2 (Episodes 6-10)
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa reintegrate with their innies to discuss the stunning conclusion of Severance season two.
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01:01:28 |
Thu 01 May 2025
Artificial Condition (The Murderbot Diaries #2) by Martha Wells I Ch. 1-4
Abu and Obssa begin their read-through of Artificial Condition by Martha Wells. They discuss Murderbot beginning to embrace its personhood, and the affect of social interaction on creating self ident…
00:52:00 |
Thu 24 Apr 2025
Mickey7 by Edward Ashton I Ch. 18-27
Abu and Obssa complete their read-through of Mickey7 by Edward Ashton. They discuss the book's lack of depth despite its interesting premise, and explore the transporter paradox.
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00:56:23 |
Thu 10 Apr 2025
Mickey7 by Edward Ashton I Ch. 7-17
Abu and Obssa continue their read-through of Mickey7 by Edward Ashton. They explore the current status of cloning technology and the long history of human space colonization.
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01:12:27 |
Thu 27 Mar 2025
Mickey 17 Review
Abu and Obssa share their thoughts on Bong Joon-ho's latest film Mickey 17.
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00:35:26 |
Thu 13 Mar 2025
Mickey7 by Edward Ashton I Ch. 1-6
Abu and Obssa begin their read-through of Mickey7 by Edward Ashton. They explore the origins of the book's publication (and the movie deal) and break down the central philosophical questions at the h…
00:50:08 |
Thu 06 Mar 2025
Severance Season 2 (Episodes 1-5)
In this bonus episode, Abu and Obssa take the elevator down to the severed floor to share their thoughts on the brilliant first five episodes of Severance season two.
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00:39:00 |
Thu 27 Feb 2025
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