
** Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks ** Host David Barr Kirtley, author of the book Save Me Plz and Other Stories, talks geek culture with guests such as Neil Gaiman, George R. R. Martin, Richard Dawkins, Simon Pegg, Bill Nye, Margaret Atwood, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and Ursula K. Le Guin. Geek’s Guide to the Galaxy has appeared on recommended podcast lis... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 605 | Founded | 15 years ago |
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Anthony Ha joins us to discuss the last six stories from the book The Best of Greg Egan. Stories discussed: "Crystal Nights" (1:27), "Zero for Conduct" (19:18), "Uncanny Valley" (37:31), "Bit Players" (52:11), "3-adica," (1:05:17), "Instantiation" (1... more
Anthony Ha joins us to discuss six more stories from the book The Best of Greg Egan. Stories discussed: “Silver Fire” (1:30), “Reasons to be Cheerful” (16:42), “Oceanic” (28:10), “Oracle” (44:19), “Singleton” (1:04:54), “Dark Integers” (1:16:32). Ad-... more
Philip Gelatt and Morgan Galen King, creators of The Spine of Night, join us to discuss the book Flame and Crimson: A History of Sword and Sorcery by Brian Murphy. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks.
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Mercurio D. Rivera joins us to discuss nine more stories from the book The Best of Larry Niven. Stories discussed: “Inconstant Moon” (1:34), “Rammer” (18:42), “Cloak of Anarchy” (27:42), “The Fourth Profession” (38:22), “Flash Crowd” (47:59), “The De... more
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Not too long ago I just finished re-listening to the podcast and I see why I love this podcast. David is truly an amazing writer and speaker and quite humorous. He balances all the speakers in a great way where everyone is heard. Truly keep up the amazing work.
If you are a science fiction fan, when you glance over the content for Geek’s Guide, it looks really promising. But then you listen to it…. The host, whose droning voice sounds like it’s AI generated, and guests generally proceed to ridicule anything that wasn’t written or filmed in the 21st century & are condescending. It’s a real turn off if you’re over the age of say…. 25, even though these folks are well past that age. You’re not impressing anyone, guys. Did I mention the Host’s voice is ro... more
Awesome show! I especially love whenever they talk about sci-fi from the 50s, 60s, and 70s. You all are fantastic.
Pas très intéressant, ni informatif. Très superficiel en fait.
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Focused deeply on the realms of science fiction and fantasy, this podcast invites diverse guests, including authors, creators, and industry luminaries, to discuss various facets of geek culture. Topics range from classic literature analyses to modern works, exploring the nuances of storytelling, character development, and genre evolution. Discussions often delve into philosophical themes as well as contemporary issues, making them both insightful and reflective of broader societal trends. The podcast stands out for its deep engagement with both well-known and emerging voices, providing listeners not only entertainment but also an intellectual lens through which to view the science fiction landscape.
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