Fiction Science
Alan BoyleCosmic Log's podcast from the place where science and technology intersect with science fiction and popular culture, hosted by science writer Alan Boyle and science-fiction writer Dominica Phetteplace. Become a supporter for less than (or more than) a dollar a month.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 73 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionScience Fiction | |||
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Space scientist Les Johnson tells the story behind his role in creating "Pluto," the last novel in sci-fi master Ben Bova's Grand Tour series and one of the first works of fiction to incorporate revelations from NASA's New Horizons mission.
Cherokee science-fiction author Daniel H. Wilson blends ancient tales about extraterrestrials with up-to-date speculation about alien visitations in a new novel called "Hole in the Sky."
Washington Post staff writer Christian Davenport, author of "Rocket Dreams," discusses the parallel space races between America and China, and between Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos.
Tim Chawaga, the author of a climate-fiction thriller titled "Salvagia," weaves the implications of future sea-level rise and other high-tech twists into a Florida murder mystery.
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Alan Boyle combines a love of science fiction with a science journalist’s sensibilities to separate fantasy from reality in this entertaining and illuminating show. Fascinating guests and smart questions have made this one of my regular listens.
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Apple Podcasts | #38 |  Belgium/Fiction/Science Fiction |
Apple Podcasts | #168 |  Ireland/Fiction/Science Fiction |
Apple Podcasts | #229 | Belgium/Fiction |
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What is Fiction Science about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The content focuses on the intersection of science fiction and real-world scientific advancements, exploring how popular culture and literature reflect and influence our understanding of science and technology. Noteworthy topics discussed include space exploration, artificial intelligence, climate change, and the future of humanity in various realms such as genetics and space travel. The engaging conversations often feature experts from academia and industry, making it a compelling resource for listeners interested in how fiction shapes our perception of scientific possibilities and ethical dilemmas.
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1. This Week in Science – The Kickass Science Podcast
2. GeekWire
3. The Quanta Podcast
4. Science Friday
5. Science Magazine Podcast
How many episodes of Fiction Science are there?
Fiction Science launched 5 years ago and published 73 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Fiction Science include:
1. Les Johnson
2. Daniel H. Wilson
3. Christian Davenport
4. Tim Chawaga
5. Nathan Myhrvold
6. Thomas Holtz
7. Mario Juric
8. Emily M. Bender
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