Rephonic
Artwork for Science Fiction Book Club

Science Fiction Book Club

Lore Party Media LLC
Murderbot
Wool
Silo
Science Fiction
Exhalation
The Three-Body Problem
Severance
Apple TV+
Three-Body Problem
Hugh Howey
All Systems Red
Ted Chiang
Three Body Problem
Ancillary Justice
Murderbot Diaries
A Psalm For the Wild-Built
Lumen
Martha Wells
Parable Of the Sower
This Is How You Lose the Time War

Science Fiction Book Club is a podcast for bookworms and stargazers. In every episode, hosts Abu and Obssa dive into the pages of their favorite science fiction novels to break down the big ideas and ask the nerdy questions. This isn't just a generic book review podcast – it's a show made for and with a community of passionate sci-fi fans. New episodes every other Thursday. Learn more at s... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes65Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
HobbiesArtsLeisureBooks

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Science Fiction Book Club

Latest Episodes

Abu and Obssa begin their read-through of Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor. They examine the three layers of the story: the present-day story of Zelu, the far-future robot novel she is secretly writing, and a string of interviews with the people... more

YouTube

Abu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Obssa are joined by Cody from the Hugonauts podcast to break down the thought-provoking short story by Ursula K. Le Guin. They explore the moral philosophy at the center of this tale, and debate whether the ones who leave Omelas are wor... more

YouTube

Abu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Obssa complete their read-through of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin. They discuss the lessons from this book about cultural exchange, and what it means to treat others through the lens of "I and Thou".

Learn mo... more

YouTube

Abu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Obssa continue their read-through of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin. They discuss the misunderstanding between Genly and Estraven, and break down the pitfalls of Orgoreyn's bureaucracy.

Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠https:/... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Zach Kram
Podcast producer and writer at The Ringer, huge fan of Liu Cixin.
The Ringer
Episode: What Critics and Fans Thought of Netflix’s 3 Body Problem (ft. Zach Kram)

Hosts

Abu
Host of the Science Fiction Book Club show
Obssa
Co-host of Science Fiction Book Club

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 128 ratings
  • You are a book club?

    But you are mad that book one of a TRILOGY doesn’t give you the answers you want??? Yet you are ok with a tv show leaving you hanging because you can continue watching it? Lazy. You are a book club so read the rest of the series! And you have at least one female listening, so stop with p$&sy and p@rn talk.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Raylouhawk
    United Statesa year ago
  • On a 10 point scale it’s a 9.78!

    I’m leaving this written review in lieu of holding eye contact on a video review. I stumbled on this podcast while rereading some favorite books. I enjoy the format and congeniality of hosts. It is a very friendly but respectful commentary on themes and qualities of the stories. Thanks for keeping up the good work and look forward to lots more episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M0nikQ
    United Statesa year ago
  • An entertaining listen!

    Very enjoyable podcast. Really like the insights, kindness and humor of the hosts. I’m looking forward to reading along and discovering new books!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ripley’s GSD
    United Statesa year ago
  • Review

    2 hard core sci fi geeks who really enjoy each others company, both of them can be quite funny and a lot of very interesting thoughts given. First time I listened to the show I listened for 5 straight hours with an occasional giggle and smirk from them. Worth listening to for sure. Shall be a regular listener

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nexus6_au
    Australia2 years ago
  • So funny and insightful!

    Great podcast on some of the best sci fi books and screen adaptations of them. Really funny openings. Interesting author information. Nice to hear and find out more about my favorite books.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Piero dF
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Overall positive vibe with warm, friendly hosts who keep conversations engaging and accessible.
Listeners appreciate the banter and depth of analysis, and the show inspires ongoing reading.
Some feedback mentions sound quality inconsistencies between hosts but still highlights strong content.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#97
Japan/Arts/Books

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Great Silence (Exhalation) by Ted Chiang
Q: How did you overall feel about this one, Abu?
I feel much the same as you. I too won't go so far as to say this is one of the better stories in this collection. I do think it's one of the weaker ones, but I think it's short.
Dacey's Patent Automatic Nanny (Exhalation) by Ted Chiang
Q: What do you think of technology's impact on children?
Technology's impact is complicated; parents need to supervise its use to maximize benefits and minimize potential harm.
Dacey's Patent Automatic Nanny (Exhalation) by Ted Chiang
Q: Did this short story leave an impression on you?
The story was interesting, but it felt more simple and smaller in scope compared to other stories in the collection which raised deeper philosophical questions.
Murderbot (Episode 3)
Q: How is the pace working for you?
The pacing is tough, very slow and rough, with few plot developments.
The Three-Body Problem (Remembrance of Earth's Past #1) by Liu Cixin I Ch. 4-6
Q: What are your predictions for where the story might go?
It seems clear that the frontiers of science have had or do have some sort of contact with aliens, and the knowledge of these aliens is super DEFCON 1, ultra top secret.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Science Fiction Book Club

What is Science Fiction Book Club about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, community-driven exploration of science fiction novels and related media. Hosts dive into close readings, worldbuilding, and big ideas—gender, culture, politics, technology, and ethics—alongside discussion of film adaptations and reader suggestions. The show blends rigorous analysis with warm banter and a clear passion for sci‑fi worlds, inviting listeners to read along and engage with a welcoming, nerdy community. A standout aspect is the duo's sustained, conversational approach that makes dense ideas accessible while maintaining humor and personal connections to the books and authors.

Where can I find podcast stats for Science Fiction Book Club?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Science Fiction Book Club. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Science Fiction Book Club and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Science Fiction Book Club get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Science Fiction Book Club, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Science Fiction Book Club?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Science Fiction Book Club, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Science Fiction Book Club have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Science Fiction Book Club has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Science Fiction Book Club?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Science Fiction Book Club:

1. Gom Jabbar: A Dune Podcast
2. Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever*
3. Raiders Of The Lost Podcast
4. Flightless Bird
5. Stuff You Should Know

How many episodes of Science Fiction Book Club are there?

Science Fiction Book Club launched 2 years ago and published 65 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Science Fiction Book Club?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Science Fiction Book Club?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Science Fiction Book Club from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Science Fiction Book Club?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Science Fiction Book Club. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Science Fiction Book Club?

Recent guests on Science Fiction Book Club include:

1. Zach Kram

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days