Hugonauts: The Best Sci-Fi Books of All Time
Brent Gaisford, Cody TroyerExplore the best of sci-fi with Brent and Cody. Each episode dives into a single book or series in the sci-fi cannon. Author interviews, reviews and analysis, and related book recommendations. Happy reading y'all!
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 98 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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We cover the legendary classics like Robert A. Heinlein’s Starship Troopers, Joe Haldeman’s The Forever War, and Orson Scott Card's Ender’s Game, while exploring modern masterpieces like John Scalzi’s Old Man’s War, Ann Leckie’s Ancillary Justice, an... more
We are breaking down the entire short-list and ranking, review, and digging into the 2026 Nebula Novel nominees from worst to best. We dive deep into the writing styles, the structure, the highs, the frustratingly bad endings, and reveal exactly who ... more
In this episode of the Hugonauts we’re breaking down what truly defines great Young Adult fiction and answering the ultimate question: do these books actually hold up when you read them for the first time as an adult? We look at the core guidelines o... more
In this episode we dive into The Devils by Joe Abercrombie. It’s a departure from the grim world of The First Law, leaning into a "monsters vs. monsters" heist set in a supernatural, alternate-history Europe. If you’ve ever wondered what it would loo... more
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- Love it!!
Love learning about new books and hearing about old books and a great community of like-minded sci-fi nerds. It’s my favorite.
Apple Podcasts5JRE 42
United States4 months ago - Great show
They don’t interrupt each other and have fun conversations, great to listen about a book you have read and great for recommendations for your next read
Apple Podcasts5cody c txUnited States5 months ago - A Bright Spot in these “Unprecedented Times”
I’ve been listening to Hugonauts podcast for a while now, and it’s been one of the bright spots in my weeks! I found myself wanting to get back into reading after a long dry spell and have really enjoyed getting my recommendations from Cody and Brent with their lighthearted banter and interesting insights. More than that, I adore the book club they’ve started in their Discord and highly recommend joining if you love sci-fi - echoing Cody’s sentiments in the latest episode, it’s such a fun and br... more
Apple Podcasts5Sell-any?United Statesa year ago - Getting back into books & this was much needed!
I’m getting back into books (my favorite genre has always been sci fi) and a lot of the books I’m considering buying have been reviewed throughout the show. This is also an attempt to challenge myself to build my first personal library
Apple Podcasts5nbvg246!United States2 years ago I loved the book reviews, but the last podcast I listened to they started right off talking politics. They said they knew they shouldn't but then did it anyway. If I wanted to hear about politics I would have listened to a political podcast. It's just very disappointing.
Audible3Thomas RichardsUnited States2 years ago
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Two hosts explore and discuss science fiction through a curated rotation of books and series, blending in-depth analysis, author interviews, and thoughtful recommendations. Episodes cover themes like dystopian societies, space opera epicness, literary craft, and adaptations, with a mix of classic Hugo winners and contemporary takes. A recurring strength is the engaging back-and-forth banter and clear enthusiasm for the genre, which often paired with audience involvement and community features. The format's strength lies in accessible yet substantive conversations, making it a strong fit for listeners who love deep dives into sci-fi literature, book clubs, and nerdy recommendations, as well as listeners seeking interview-based insights and t... more
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