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Science Fiction Book Review Podcast

Luke Burrage
1984
Moby-Dick
Julia
Herman Melville
Dystopia
The Road
Virtual Voice
Cormac Mccarthy
Adrian Tchaikovsky
Rogue Moon
Venomous Lumpsucker
Satire
Murderbot Diaries
Martha Wells
Sandra Newman
Feminism
George Orwell
Scum Of the Earth
Post-Apocalyptic Fiction
Literary Criticism

Luke Burrage and Juliane Kunzendorf read a science fiction novel and review it when they're done. Then they read another.

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Latest Episodes

Luke talks to Juliane about Slow Gods by Claire North, a book with so many nods to The Culture series that Luke’s head almost fell off nodding in recognition.

See every book/episode of the SFBRP here: www.sfbrp.com/episode-lists-3

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Luke and Juliane are very enthusiastic about Shroud by Adrian Tchaikovsky so half way through their review go deep into the spoiler zone.

See every book/episode of the SFBRP here: www.sfbrp.com/episode-lists-3

See the SFBRP Must-Read Lis... more

It’s a 1000 page book from 2008, and Luke tells Juliane why he thinks Anathem is a “Masterwork” by Neal Stephenson.

See every book/episode of the SFBRP here: www.sfbrp.com/episode-lists-3

See the SFBRP Must-Read List here: www.sf... more

Luke tells Juliane about the disappointing romance in The Everlasting, the romantasy novel by Alix E Harrow.

See every book/episode of the SFBRP here: www.sfbrp.com/episode-lists-3

See the SFBRP Must-Read List here: www.sfbrp.com/... more

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Alexander C Kane
Author of the book 'Scum of the Earth'
Self-published author with Audible
Episode: SFBRP #535 – Alexander C Kane – Scum of the Earth

Hosts

Luke Burrage
Host and co-host of a science fiction book review podcast, engaging in detailed reviews and literary critique.
Juliane Kunzendorf
Co-host of the podcast, contributing insights and critiques alongside Luke Burrage.

Reviews

3.4 out of 5 stars from 245 ratings
  • I’m Done

    I’ve listened to this podcast for about a year, I would say. Enjoyed some of the insights and the knowledge of science fiction literature was a helpful guide on what past and current works to read in the genre. That’s not the problem…

    I plan on unfollowing this podcast after I write this review because I just cannot stand the way the host Luke Barrage talks to his co-host, Juliene. I think they are a couple, if that’s the case, my heart breaks for her.

    In nearly every episode, the host Luke t... more

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    Disappointed newser
    United States2 years ago
  • Poorly Articulated Reviews

    More random banter about personal preferences than objective review

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    datrent
    United States2 years ago
  • Man talks over woman

    The content can be interesting, but it is SO distracting that the male presenter just steamrolls over his partner as soon as she starts to say anything. Hilariously in the latest episode he goes on about a character in a book mansplaining - no self awareness whatsoever. Shame.

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    Mallen Baker
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • One guy rambling for 1 hour and a half, repeating the same ideas over and over and being quite wrong about everything... But mostly, it's one guy interrupting his cohost for 1 hour and a half even after she says "please, let me talk"... It was painful to listen.

    Ps: his answer was "let me finish this idea first" and went on to repeat the same ideas for the rest of the podcast.

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    danirrivas
    2 years ago
  • Few will be able to stomach these two dudes

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    Langton
    2 years ago

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Listeners often express frustration with the host's dynamic, particularly regarding the perceived imbalance in conversation between the male and female hosts.
Reviews highlight the depth of literary discussion as a strong attraction, with some praising the informative nature of the critiques.
There are mixed feelings regarding the hosts' conversational style, with some appreciating the speed of discussion while others find it overwhelming.

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#105
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#193
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Apple Podcasts
#245
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SFBRP #581 – Neal Stephenson – Anathem
Q: Is it more than just a book to entertain?
Yes, it incorporates deep philosophical concepts and challenges readers to think critically about the world.
SFBRP #581 – Neal Stephenson – Anathem
Q: So what makes it a masterwork?
It ends up bigger than the author and is an influential piece in the literary canon.
SFBRP #553 – Robert A Heinlein – Starship Troopers
Q: How do you know that Heinlein or this story of war equals good and the way that this is all written out, that that is not satirical?
It's not that it's not satirical, but this book makes foundational assumptions about the setup of the world, which if hold true lead to these conclusions.
SFBRP #554 – Arkady and Boris Strugatsky – Roadside Picnic
Q: Do you know why the two brothers, the two Russian brothers in the Soviet Union made a decision to write a book that takes place in America?
The authors aimed to bypass censorship by setting their story in America, allowing themselves creative freedom to explore themes without direct criticism of Soviet society.
SFBRP #530 – Sandra Newman – Julia – 1984
Q: Do you think I'm going to rate this highly or lowly?
This is like... I'm not actually that sure anymore, but I think you're going to rate it like, I don't know, four stars or something.

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The content centers around detailed reviews of science fiction novels, often engaging with complex themes like gender dynamics, corporate capitalism, ecological issues, and philosophical explorations. Through discussions, the hosts frequently critique not just the narratives but also the cultural and societal implications embedded within these stories, highlighting both their personal opinions and broader literary contexts. This approach makes the reviews not only informative for sci-fi enthusiasts but also relatable to listeners interested in deeper conversations about the genre's relevance in contemporary society. Each episode tends to dissect both contemporary works and classic science fiction, offering listeners a diverse range of persp... more

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