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Geek's Guide to the Galaxy - A Science Fiction Podcast

David Barr Kirtley
Science Fiction
Roger Zelazny
Harlan Ellison
Artificial Intelligence
Larry Niven
Greg Egan
For All Mankind
Time Travel
Space Exploration
Fantasy
Fallout
Atheism
Kim Stanley Robinson
Invincible
Video Games
Star Wars
Terminator Zero
Dune: Part Two
Frank Herbert
Civil War

** 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, Margaret Atwood, Richard Dawkins, Simon Pegg, Amanda Knox, Andrew Yang, Joyce Carol Oates, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and Ursula K. Le Guin. Geek’s Guide to the Galaxy has ... more

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Latest Episodes

Chris Avellone, writer on Fallout 2 and Fallout: New Vegas, joins us to discuss the role of storytelling in the Fallout series of post-apocalyptic video games. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks.

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Andrea Kail, Tom Gerencer, and Rajan Khanna join us to discuss Roger Zelazny’s classic novel Creatures of Light and Darkness, about a cosmic war between godlike beings. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. more

Anthony Ha joins us to discuss the second half of the book The Best of Kim Stanley Robinson. Stories discussed: "The Translator" (1:38), "Glacier" (14:57), "The Lunatics" (27:34), "Zurich" (45:56), "Vinland the Dream" (58:34), "A History of the Twent... more

John Joseph Adams, Rajan Khanna, and Christopher M. Cevasco join us to discuss Season 1 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, a new HBO series set 100 years before Game of Thrones. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.co... more

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Chris Avellone
Video game writer and designer known for Fallout series (e.g., Fallout 1, Fallout 2, Fallout New Vegas)
Video game industry
Episode: 618. The Story of Fallout (with Chris Avellone)
Rajan Khanna
Author of post-apocalyptic novels; game designer
Analog, Asimov's, Kobold Press
Episode: 615. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 1 Review
Christopher M. Cevasco
Author; RPG writer and co-creator of various game materials
Kobold Press; Sapere Books
Episode: 615. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 1 Review
Jonathan Kay
Author and journalist, Quillette senior editor
Quillette
Episode: 614. Jonathan Kay: Pluribus and Cancel Culture
David P. Silverman
Prominent atheist activist and author
Atheists for Liberty
Episode: 612. David P. Silverman: Science Fiction and Atheism
Megan McArdle
Opinion writer at The Washington Post, author of 'The Upside of Down'
The Washington Post
Episode: 610. Megan McArdle, host of Reasonably Optimistic
Mercurio D. Rivera
Author of the short story collection, Across the Event Horizon
Nucon Press
Episode: 602. The Best of Larry Niven Part 2 Review (with Mercurio D. Rivera)
Matt London
Author of the Eighth Continent novels and a narrative designer in video games
Episode: 598. The Story of Elden Ring (with Matt London)
James Wynn
Co-host of the ReReading Wolfe podcast
ReReading Wolfe Podcast
Episode: 588. The Urth of the New Sun by Gene Wolfe Review (with James Wynn, Craig Brewer)

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David Barr Kirtley
Host and author, known for his extensive knowledge of science fiction and fantasy literature and media. He often engages with various guests to explore and critique the genre through thoughtful conversations.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Stephen King Movies

    Another home run episode. Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, and Tom Gerencer are the A-Team of GGTTG’s panelists. Insightful observations, meaningful analysis, and respectful critiques result in a fascinating walk through some of King’s most memorable movie adaptations. If you enjoyed this episode, check out all the previous episodes this panel has produced!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heber Blakenhorn
    United States4 months ago
  • Paid subscriber still ads

    I enjoy this podcast very much, which is why I have been a supporter for years. Any way to get me the subscriber feed? The ads are so jarring… I don’t use patreon, I pay you directly through your website. I would appreciate never having to hear ads here again! 😅

    Other than that, keep geeking out! 🖖

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    katkutter1
    United States5 months ago
  • More awesome movies

    As a bricklayer I drive a couple hours to work and a couple back home. This podcast gives me the comfort of the things my friends and family discuss when we are together. I have listened to every podcast in the library (some 2 or 3 times) to fill that drive. I’m waiting now for more awesome (or awesomely bad) movie reviews. I do have a suggestion, as I feel some movies that use theology as the mythology, and are to me, a different sort of fantasy. This group of movies would be perfect for a r... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spocktiberius
    United States6 months ago
  • GREG EGAN 2

    GREG EGAN 2 JUST DROPPED LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sarah477
    United States7 months ago
  • Exceptional.

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eric M. Targaryen
    United Statesa year ago

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618. The Story of Fallout (with Chris Avellone)
Q: How did you approach humor in Fallout 1 and Fallout 2 to balance tone with gameplay?
Humor had to be embedded in the world and not break the fourth wall; Fallout 2 suffered from too many in-jokes and modern references, which undermined the environment, so later iterations adopted stricter guidelines to keep humor self-contained and contextually relevant.
618. The Story of Fallout (with Chris Avellone)
Q: What do you think about the influence of Canticle for Leibowitz on Fallout 1 and its development?
Canticle for Leibowitz inspired themes and world-building that informed Fallout's post-apocalyptic setting, with elements like priesthoods worshipping technology shaping early design, though Fallout ultimately created its own setting while echoing those influences.
614. Jonathan Kay: Pluribus and Cancel Culture
Q: How does Panics and Persecutions relate to the themes of cancel culture discussed in Pluribus, and what did you want to convey through those essays?
Panics and Persecutions collects long-form essays that examine the dynamics of ideological conformity, mob rule, and the social pressures within artistic communities, arguing that cancel culture is as much about peer validation and gatekeeping as government power, while offering historical and contemporary context to critical discourse.
614. Jonathan Kay: Pluribus and Cancel Culture
Q: What was your overall impression of Pluribus as a narrative and as a visual piece, especially given the lengthy, contemplative pacing you described?
I found Pluribus to be visually lavish and emotionally demanding in a way that rewards patient viewing; its slow, artful scenes can feel indulgent, but they serve to deepen character and mood, particularly Carol's evolving motivations and the hive mind's paradoxical benevolence.
598. The Story of Elden Ring (with Matt London)
Q: What was your impression of what was going on as you played through the early stages of the game?
Players experience an unsettling world filled with undead humanoids and must navigate a vast landscape filled with challenges and bosses.

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Focusing on the rich tapestry of science fiction and fantasy, this podcast provides listeners with insightful discussions featuring notable guests from various creative fields. Conversations frequently traverse the intersections of geek culture with broader societal and political themes, offering a unique perspective often absent in similar genres. Episodes provide deep dives into the works of iconic authors and filmmakers—analyzing not only their storytelling but also the impact of these narratives on culture and contemporary issues. The combination of comprehensive interviews, thematic explorations of literature and film, and a thoughtful approach to cultural commentary sets this show apart, creating an engaging listening experience for s... more

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