Science Fiction 101

Phil and Colin return with an episode exploring a recent claim that there is no "science fiction canon", and probably never will be. We also have a sci-fi movie quiz, and the usual round-up of past/present/future SF. For links to all the items discussed, check out our show notes at https://101sf.blogspot.com/ - and find us on Facebook as Science Fiction 101.

Colin and Phil dig in to Martha Wells' multi-award-winning MURDERBOT series, reviewing the first story of that series "All Systems Red". What could explain the huge popularity of the series? What will Murderbot novice Phil make of it? What will Murderbot fiend Colin reveal about how the whole series fits together? We hope you enjoy the episode! Check out our show notes at 101sf.blogspot.com and fi...

Colin and Phil recently found themselves reviewing Arthur C. Clarke's Rendezvous with Rama (1973) on another podcast - and were intrigued by a quote from author Mike Resnick, who said that James White's All Judgement Fled (1968) was " Rama done right". What  is this other book, and why would one repsected author (Resnick)  suggest that another respected author (White) had bested yet anot...

In this new episode of the Science Fiction 101 podcast, we follow our review of a December 1951 science fiction magazine, with a review of a Christmas 2021 magazine! This time it's Clarkesworld, one of the leading publishers of science fiction short stories. We also have another fiendish quiz, this time all about classic - and not-so-classic - sci-fi films of the 1950s. Phil claims to know a thing...

We had some serious technical issues with this episode, so what you're about to hear is a bit of a patchwork, with variable technical quality and some parts we had to re-record. However, we think the information content makes it a good listen... In the latest episode of the Science Fiction 101 podcast, we travel back in time to review the Christmas 1951 issue of Galaxy Science Fiction magazine. Ga...

In the latest episode of the Science Fiction 101 podcast, we review a  new book, Extraordinary Voyages by Steven Paul Leiva. We also have a quiz based on science fiction stories adapted to film, a review of a new science fiction film museum in the UK, discussion of short-lived TV series, and an announcement of what our December episode will be about. Science Fiction 101 is presented by Phil N...

In the latest episode of the Science Fiction 101 podcast, we review a new book. The Apollo Murders is a novel about space - written by a honest-to-goodness real-life astronaut! The author, Chris Hadfield, has flown on the Space Shuttle, and on Soyuz,  worked on the Russian Mir space station, and commanded the International  Space Station. You can't get more astronaut experience than that...

Phil and Colin attempt to celebrate the big 1-0 - as we are ten episodes old! We discuss the ages-old myth (and sci-fi trope) of the Hollow Earth. And then its Phil's turn to spring a quiz on tuba-playing co-host Colin. And we finish with our usual round-up of recommendations of past, present and future science fiction. Science  Fiction 101 is the podcast where we examine science fiction&nbsp...

We  look at 2001: A Space Odyssey , the classic 1968 film directed by Stanley Kubrick, and the novel written by Arthur C. Clarke. Then Colin springs a quiz on an unsuspecting Phil. And we finish with a round-up of recommendations of past, present and future science fiction. Science  Fiction 101 is the podcast where we examine science fiction  from all  angles - exploring the pa...

We talk about ways the world can end in science fiction stories. We review the award-winning Naomi Kritzer short story "Little Free Library". And we bring you a quiz sent in by a listener. As well as our usual run through of recommendations from the past, present and future of SF. Science  Fiction 101 is the podcast where we examine science fiction from all  angles - exploring the past,...

A bumper episode - full of more sci-fi quiz goodness, plus a double-podcast-crossover as hosts Phil and Colin are joined by Seth Heasley from Take Me To Your Reader and Hugos There , two splendid SF podcasts. Science  Fiction 101 is the podcast where we examine science fiction  from all  angles - exploring the past, present and future of the genre!  Join regular hosts Phil Nich...

Phil gets his quiz revenge on Colin, we review the short story that just won the Nebula Award (plus another one that was a runner-up), plus our usual discussion of SF past, present and future. Science  Fiction 101 is the podcast where we examine science fiction from all  angles - exploring the past, present and future of the genre! Join regular hosts Phil Nichols ( Bradburymedia, Bradbur...

We review Andy Weir's new bestseller PROJECT HAIL MARY ! And we throw in a quiz, plus our usual discussion of SF past, present and future. Science  Fiction 101 is the podcast where we examine science fiction from all  angles - exploring the past, present and future of the genre! Join regular hosts Phil Nichols ( Bradburymedia, Bradbury 100 ) and  Colin Kuskie ( Take Me To Your Reade...

Our theme: EX-Science Fiction! Science  Fiction 101 is the podcast where we examine science fiction  from all  angles - exploring the past, present and future of the genre!  Join regular hosts Phil Nichols (Bradburymedia, Bradbury 100) and Colin   Kuskie (Take Me To Your Reader) as this episode they consider Space and  all that it offers to the SF reader and writ...

This episode, our theme is SPACE! Science  Fiction 101 is the podcast where we examine science fiction from all  angles - exploring the past, present and future of the genre! Join regular hosts Phil Nichols ( Bradburymedia, Bradbury 100 ) and Colin  Kuskie ( Take Me To Your Reader ) as this episode they consider Space and all that it offers to the SF reader and writer. Follow us at...

This time: TIME! Science  Fiction 101 is the podcast where we examine science fiction from all  angles - exploring the past, present and future of the genre! Join  regular hosts Phil Nichols (Bradburymedia, Bradbury 100) and Colin  Kuskie (Take Me To Your Reader) as this episode they consider time travel and the nature of time itself. Follow us at http://101sf.blogspot.com and...

Science Fiction 101 is the podcast where we examine science fiction from all angles - exploring the past, present and future of the genre! Join regular hosts Phil Nichols (of Bradburymedia and Bradbury 100 ) and Colin Kuskie (of Take Me To Your Reader ). In this first episode, Phil and Colin introduce themselves, and attempt to define "science fiction". They then move on to their recommendations o...