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The Methods of Rationality Podcast

Eneasz Brodski
Philip K. Dick
Blindsight
Pluribus
Ubik
The Man In the High Castle
Consciousness
Man In the High Castle
What Lies Dreaming
Peter Watts
Cowboy Grak 5
Nazism
Vince Gilligan
Harry Potter and the Methods Of Rationality
Gnosticism
Mental Health
Artificial Intelligence
Empathy
Hive Mind
The Three Stigmata Of Palmer Eldritch
Character Development

The internet’s first source for Rationalist Fiction in audio

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Pus covered killer robots and guardian angels? This week has it all!

Next week we’re covering chapters 16 and 17!

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We learn just how messy this situation gets with a time machine in the mix and we don’t know who to trust!

Next week we’re covering chapters 14 and 15!

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The investigation is underfoot and the mastermind behind the reunion is revealed!

Next week we’re covering chapters 12 and 13!

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Steven and Brian get to sit down with Matt Freeman (moridinamael) and discuss the awesome details of Matt’s writing process and the story’s origins!

Next week we’re covering chapters 10 and 11!

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Matt Freeman / Martina Mills
Author of the web serial The Not
Author of The Not
Episode: I Think Knot – Bonus 01
Eneasz Brodski
Author and guest creator known for his works in fiction.
Episode: We Got Dreams! – Eneasz Brodski

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Henry, Roland, Brian, Stephen, Becca
Henry, Roland, Brian, Stephen, and Becca are recurring contributors; Brian appears in multiple instances as a primary co-host, with others providing ongoing commentary and narration.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 623 ratings
  • I wanted to love this

    While I appreciate all the effort of this writer I found that by chapter I had to quit. Harry sounds like an insufferable whiner, Ron sounds as dumb as a mountain troll. The story line makes want to hate the story. So sorry.

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    Olgica
    United States6 months ago
  • This was so awesome

    Seriously thank you for making this

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    5
    clemenshelmut
    Austriaa year ago
  • Awesome

    It’s one of the best books I’ve read and I love that potcast!

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    5
    Markusknr
    Germany2 years ago
  • Awesome!

    I just recently discovered the podcast and am binging it. Very very good!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SL137
    Netherlands2 years ago
  • Wonderful

    I have read the books 3 times and listened to the podcast/ audiobook 3 times. I am now on my 4th listen. It is simply amazing.

    However, I cannot find episodes 2 and 3, are they missing?

    Apple Podcasts
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    Germany2 years ago

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Positive feedback frequently highlights rational discussions and thoughtful analysis of complex topics.

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I Think Knot – Bonus 01
Q: What inspired the decision to make the story choose-your-own-adventure?
The author describes outlining and character development that felt too rigid, so they pivoted to reader-driven decisions to keep the story lively and authentic, even if it meant embracing uncertainty.
Blindsided 03: Theseus, are you there? It’s me, Rorschach
Q: What does it mean that creatures might bring back something from outside the Milky Way?
It implies a vast and complex history of cosmic interactions, raising questions about the nature of their technology and the risks involved.
Blindsided 03: Theseus, are you there? It’s me, Rorschach
Q: What do you think about these two chapters?
I liked them. My favorite so far.
We Got Dreams! – Eneasz Brodski
Q: Can you put the three main characters in order of how much you identify with them?
It's very, very close, but probably Andreas, Marcus, Joa.

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A thoughtful, narrative-driven show focusing on rationalist fiction and related analysis, with long-form storytelling, narration, and commentary. Episodes often blend science-minded worldbuilding, meta-reflection on rationality, and discussions around ethics, identity, and psychology, frequently anchored by popular works or fan-created content. Listeners likely appreciate rigorous analysis, high production values, and a taste for structured debates about ideas, often extrapolating from fiction to practical thinking. A standout aspect is the podcast's commitment to exploring complex themes through clear, logical discussion and immersive storytelling, making it appealing to fans of rational inquiry and speculative fiction while maintaining ac... more

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