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Episode 59: The Limits of Escapism

Episode 59: The Limits of Escapism

FromOur Opinions Are Correct


Episode 59: The Limits of Escapism

FromOur Opinions Are Correct

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Length:
45 minutes
Released:
Jun 4, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

We love escapism, and being able to escape into imaginary worlds is a super important survival strategy in the midst of oppression, pandemics, state-sponsored violence. But what if a story is escapist for some people, but not for others? And how dark can a story get and still be escapist? Let's talk about escaping AND fighting for justice. Show notes: www.ouropinionsarecorrect.com/shownotes
Released:
Jun 4, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

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Explore the meaning of science fiction, and how it's relevant to real-life science and society. Your hosts are Annalee Newitz, a science journalist who writes science fiction, and Charlie Jane Anders, a science fiction writer who is obsessed with science. Every two weeks, we take deep dives into science fiction books, movies, television, and comics that will expand your mind -- and maybe change your life