A podcast about the science fiction novels and stories of Isaac Asimov. Jason Stark, a seasoned reader of Asimov's novels, joins Stephanie and Jacob Junker, newcomers to the material, and together they investigate the themes and meanings behind the stories of one the most famous Sci Fi authors of all time. From positronic brains to psychohistory and beyond, join Jason, Stephanie and Jacob as they look for the relevance that these stories have for today, and how they speak to big questions and ideas.
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Wednesday Oct 07, 2020
Wednesday Oct 07, 2020
As we begin to transition toward the next book in our Asimov journey, we wanted to take some time and talk a little about Asimov's life. Like how he grew up, what got him into science fiction, and a general look at how his career unfolded. By looking into this, we hope to add a little context to the books we are reading, by seeing how Asimov's life informs his ideas.
In case you're interested, here are some links to Asimov's autobiographies (yes he wrote more than one):
In Memory Yet Green - https://www.amazon.com/Memory-Yet-Green-Autobiography-1920-1954/dp/038513679X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=in+memory+yet+green&qid=1602099034&sr=8-1
In Joy Still Felt - https://www.amazon.com/Joy-Still-Felt-Autobiography-1954-1978/dp/0385155441/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=In+joy+still+felt&qid=1602099126&sr=8-1
It's Been a Good Life - https://www.amazon.com/Been-Good-Life-Isaac-Asimov-ebook/dp/B002FU5OIQ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=It%27s+been+a+good+life&qid=1602102731&sr=8-1
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