Podcast appearances and mentions of ursula k le guin

Por refrescarte la memoria: desde octubre de 2022 acudo a tres clubes de lectura:- Club de Lectura Ursula de ciencia ficción, fantasía y terror, en la Librería Casa tomada- Club de Lectura en inglés, de la Biblioteca Provincial de Cádiz- Club de Lectura en inglés en Olivar de QuintosA comienzos de enero, decidí hacer algunos cambios: 188 - ¿Qué cambios en mis hábitos de lectura he comenzado en enero 2025? https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/al-daily-podcast/episodes/188---Qu-cambios-en-mis-hbitos-de-lectura-he-comenzado-en-enero-2025-e2u5dse/a-abokgcfPor cierto, que si quieres escuchar mi balance de la temporada 2023/2024 puedes encontrarlo en este episodio: 56 - ¿Qué balance hago de la temporada 2023/2024 de clubes de lectura? https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/al-daily-podcast/episodes/56---Qu-balance-hago-de-la-temporada-20232024-de-clubes-de-lectura-e2l148g/a-abc9kecEn lo que ha sido 2024/2025:- El Club al que menos he faltado es el de Casa Tomada (8 de 9), seguido del de la Biblioteca de Cádiz (4 de 9), mientras que a Olivar de Quintos he ido a 3 de 8.- De los libros leídos, 8 estaban escritos por mujeres, 6 por hombres y un libro por un autore no binario. El libro que he abandonado en inglés estaba escrito a cuatro manos por un autor y una autora.- La mayoría de los libros en inglés no me han entusiasmado: solo destacaría “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” y “And then there were none”. Da la coincidencia de que ambos los había leído previamente en español. “Life of Pi” me dejó el corazón rotito.- Del Club Ursula los que más me gustaron fueron: “La mano izquierda de la oscuridad”, de Ursula K. Le Guin, “Lágrimas en la lluvia”, de Rosa Montero y Las Ciudades invisibles, de Italo Calvino, que ya he leído varias veces.De cara a la temporada 2025/2026- Seguiré priorizando el Club Ursula y el de la Biblioteca de Cádiz frente al de Olivar de Quintos- En el primer trimestre del Club Ursula leeremos: “Extraño”, de Miguel Ángel García Argüez (Libros de la Herida), “El cielo de la Selva”, de Elaine Vilar Madruga (Lava) y “La Llave de los Misterios” de Jesús Relinque (Kaizen)- En la Biblioteca de Cádiz, también tenemos ya toda la programación del curso, pero te digo los primeros: “The age of innocence”, de Edith Warton; “It ends with us”, Colleen Hoover y “The day of the Jackal”, de Frederick Forsyth.- Y un notición

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit motherofitall.substack.comIt's a just-the-two-of-us episode for our beautiful paid subscribers. We chat about the parenting books currently in our TBR piles (so many good books on motherhood lately, so little time) and the ones we're most obsessed with, the pitfalls of comparing ourselves to Ursula K. LeGuin, making peace with not being a person who writes a slew of culture-chan…

If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining our Patreon. Your support helps us keep the show running. Find out more at http://www.patreon.com/whyisthisgoodpodcast In this episode, we discuss “Nine Lives” by Ursula K. Le Guin. What can we learn from another great story from a master of speculative fiction? How can we portray unusual experiences that […]

I've been revisiting Ursula K. Le Guin's brilliant essay "The Child and the Shadow". Le Guin was defending fantasy against the sterile modernism of her era—but what happens when that defence needs to evolve? We're no longer fighting a battle between "good" and "bad" fantasy. Instead, we're caught in something potentially more insidious: the tension between authentic imagination and the ersatz. From the disaster of Rings of Power to the destruction of Star Wars, from AI-generated Jung content flooding YouTube to the Soviet-style creative orthodoxy dominating our cultural institutions—we're witnessing the systematic neutering of the imaginal. But here's the thing: they can't actually touch the real. They break upon authentic creativity like waves upon rock. Through Le Guin's profound analysis of Hans Christian Andersen's "The Shadow" and Jung's psychology, I explore why confronting our shadow isn't just personal development—it's the key to understanding why authentic fantasy endures while corporate imitations crumble. Plus, I reveal how Bulgakov got there first in The Master and Margarita, showing us exactly what happens when the vital imaginal meets bureaucratic control. This isn't just about books or movies. It's about the difference between surface-level engagement and the depths where real creativity lives. Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 - Opening: The Shift from Good vs. Bad to Ersatz vs. Genuine 3:45 - Le Guin's Defence of Fantasy in the Modern Era 8:20 - The Rings of Power Problem: When Creators Think They're Fans 12:15 - AI Jung Slop and the Corruption of the Imaginal 16:30 - Bulgakov's Prophecy: The Master and Margarita's Cultural Critique 22:10 - Reading "The Child and the Shadow": Andersen's Dark Fairy Tale 28:45 - Jung's Psychology: Ego, Shadow, and the Collective Unconscious 35:20 - The Ethics of Fairy Tales: Why Gretel Can Push the Witch 42:15 - Tolkien's True Complexity: Frodo, Sam, and Gollum as Psychic Journey 48:30 - Why Fantasy is the Language of Moral Truth 52:40 - The Problem with "Realistic" Children's Literature 57:25 - Luke in the Cave: Star Wars as Genuine Imaginal Work 60:10 - Closing Thoughts and Shadow Project Tease

In this rich and thoughtful conversation, Tim and Tuesday delve into the themes of integration, imagination, and the courage it takes to face darkness—both personal and collective—in times of societal upheaval. Drawing inspiration from Ursula K. Le Guin's radical storytelling to the recent SSIR article on systems collapse, they explore alternatives to traditional heroic narratives and consider other ways to creatively navigate the current polycrisis. The discussion weaves together reflections on war, relationships, and the pursuit of peace, highlighting how deep bonds often form in extreme circumstances. Tim and Tuesday talk about the concept of "islands of sanity"—spaces of refuge and clarity amidst chaos—and the vital role of community in fostering resilience. They also explore the practical side of peace: how daily practices, honest self-reflection, and intentional connection can help build a more compassionate world, even in the face of difficulty. Ultimately, this episode invites listeners to imagine new models of creation, grounded in both hope and reality.For links and resources, please visit: https://www.findtheoutside.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time for more Science Fiction! Pierce and Justin talk Ursula K Le Guin and her sci-fi/philosophical novella, The Lathe of Heaven.▶ We are available on all major podcasting platforms and YouTube!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NotJustAnyPod▶ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER!Twitter: @NotJustAnyPod▶ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK!TikTok: @NotJustAnyPod

Svetovno znana in plodovita pisateljica je znanstvenofantastično delo o sanjani resničnostii, ki spreminja podobo časa v preteklosti in tudi v prihodnostii v življenju posameznika, ki se želi svoje sposobnosti in moči odrešiti, vendar je njegov dar zanimiv za nemoralnega človeka, katerega namen je, da bi si svet podvrgel in ga oblikoval po svoji zamisli, napisala že davnega leta 1971. V zamišljeni distopiji, ki jo je naslovila na prihodnost, je uganila kar nekaj reči, ki nas mučijo dandanašnji. Roman je obogaten z velikimi mislimi liretature in filozofije.

Rebellious MPs, a nightmare spending review, the endless Two Child Benefit Cap row, dire polling… is Labour in for a summer of discontent? We ask whether the Government can bend with the wind to succeed, what policies will change, and whether Starmer/Reeves is a double act with two straight men? Plus: Have researchers found a new way to deal with digital disinformation? And in a special bonus, Jonn and Andrew discuss why the best political drama of the decade so far is the Star Wars spin-off Andor.  • Don't miss Oh God, What Now? Live at 21Soho on Weds 11 June.  • Listen to the new Crime Scene – the truth about true crime.  ESCAPE ROUTES • Ros recommends The Midwich Cuckoos by John Wyndham.  • Jonn recommends Paradise on Disney+. • Marie recommends Six Of Crows by Leigh Bardugo. • Andrew recommends Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin and Murderbot on Apple TV+.  • Back us on Patreon for ad-free listening, bonus materials and more.  Written and presented by Andrew Harrison with Marie le Conte, John Elledge and Ros Taylor. Audio production by Robin Leeburn. Theme music by Cornershop. Produced by Chris Jones. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison OH GOD, WHAT NOW? is a Podmasters production. www.podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Part Three with Jack Of Faces we explore the modern relevance of Ursula K. Le Guin's “The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas”, the archetypal Kingship and nobility of Jesus Christ, and the role of Sacred Geometry in physiognomy.Links:- Ursula K. Le Guin - The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas: https://files.libcom.org/files/ursula-k-le-guin-the-ones-who-walk-away-from-omelas.pdfPart One - https://rumble.com/v6sq385-jack-of-faces-on-the-hive-mind-communism-and-building-spaceships.html?e9s=src_v1_ucpPart Two - https://rumble.com/v6su96x-jack-of-faces-unmasking-societys-hidden-agendas.html?e9s=src_v1_ucpJACK OF FACES on Twitter/X - https://x.com/JackOfFacesBuy a Quick Manual Face Reading (Recording): https://ko-fi.com/s/88574ff052The Primal Archetypes - An Introduction To Manual Facereading (Book): https://ko-fi.com/s/60a03ecbb0--------FreeNZ:https://freenz.carrd.co

In our second episode on dystopias, we look at Ursula K. LeGuin's short story "The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas" and N.K. Jemisen's response "The Ones Who Stay and Fight."   We're @knowfearcast on X and Instagram, and we have a Facebook page. Our email is knowfearcast@gmail.com. If you love what we are doing, consider supporting us on Patreon. We also have merchandise available at our website knowfearcast.com. Or simply rate and review us, which is entirely free and helps other listeners find us. Theme Music by Nicholas Gasparini. Mixed and edited by Matt.

Today on the 5: The book selection for the next TWiT book club event is The Word For World Is Forest by a giant of science fiction, Ursula K. Le Guin. I recrently finished reading the book in prep for that event, and it was pretty good!

Send us a textHolly and Marty get together with their friend Susan MacKinnon to discuss the science fiction of Ursula K. LeGuin, literary icon of speculative fiction.  We talk about her Hugo and Nebula winning books "The Left Hand of Darkness" and "The Dispossessed", which are among the most celebrated classics in science fiction. The first was a pioneering book about the impact of gender on civilization, describing an ambisexual society.  The second is about anarchism as an ambiguous utopia in the context of capitalism, and describes some very deep and beautiful ideas about time and the foundations of physics.  We also talk about LeGuin's short story "Those Who Walk Away From Omelas", a lasting parable about those whose suffering supports our society and how we confront or submit to that reality.  We also chat about higher education, feminism, dresses with huge pockets and a some of the other books we're reading.Email: thescienceinthefiction@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/743522660965257/

Another week, another as-rapid-as-we-dare readthrough of the Changeling: the Lost 1st edition corebook. This time, we're having a look at Chapters Three and Four. "But Pooka and Fetch," you might say, "this was supposed to be a two-part series, not a trilogy. How could you spend just under two hours talking about two measly chapters?" Well, when those two chapters clock in at ~120 pages with small text, little art, and extensive detail on both the intricate bespoke systems of the game and how to run the damn thing... as you'll discover, we had plenty to talk about. Still, we hope that the brisk clip of our discussion and the occasional wisecrack will help keep you engaged. (And seriously, there's only one more episode left for this book before we put it down, if not for good, at least for a breather.) As indicated previously, the 1e corebook is available for purchase at https://www.storytellersvault.com/product/50010?affiliate_id=3063731. Our usual passel of links below as well: Discord: https://discord.me/ctp Email: podcast@changelingthepodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082973960699 Mastodon: https://dice.camp/@ChangelingPod Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/changelingthepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChangelingThePodcast your hosts Pooka G (any pronoun/they) spun the Hedge like a roulette wheel, and just look what happened... Amelia Fetch (she/her) sells jewelry made of seashells and mysteries at the goblin market for the low low price of only three soul fragments! This was the way he had to go; he had no choice. He had never had any choice. He was only a dreamer. —Ursula K. LeGuin, The Lathe of Heaven

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On this episode of TFTB we discuss The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K Le Guin.  First published in 1969 this book was far ahead of its time, and still stands up as excellent progressive science fiction. If you haven't had the pleasure of enjoying this one, we highly recommend that you add it to your summer reading list. As usual we have a cool Science Fiction-Science Fact for you, and we'll also chat a bit about what else we've been reading and watching. Come join us on The Bridge!Please let us know if there is a book that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media links below or email us at talesfromthebridgepodcast@gmail.com. Check out our many links:Bluesky: @talesfromthebridge.bsky.socialInstagram: @talesfromthebridgeFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/talesfromthebridge/IMDB:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt17354590/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1Website:https://talesfromthebridge.buzzsprout.com/Email: talesfromthebridgepodcast@gmail.com     Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/tales-from-the-bridge-all-things-sci-fi/id1570902818Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3MQuEYGQ3HD2xTewRag8KGSend us an email!Bluesky: @talesfromthebridge.bsky.socialInstagram: @talesfromthebridgeFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/talesfromthebridge/Send us an email!Bluesky: @talesfromthebridge.bsky.socialInstagram: @talesfromthebridgeFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/talesfromthebridge/Send us an email!Bluesky: @talesfromthebridge.bsky.socialInstagram: @talesfromthebridgeFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/talesfromthebridge/

In this month's roundup, Iurgi and Mia discuss the comics, graphic novels and manga they've read recently:Mia: The strange case of Harleen and Harley and Check, Please volume 1.Iurgi: Haikyu, Demon Slayer, Apothecary Diaries, Blade Runner 2039.09:13 Iurgi and Mia discuss some of the news: Awards (CBCA and Aurealis Awards)The final (we hope) decision on Maia Kobabe's Gender Queer by the Australian Classification Review Board.Shakespeare adaptations by Joe Quesada's new imprint Amazing Comics, a Mad Cave imprint.An interview with Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud on USA TodayAn article about teaching with comics on the National Education Association websiteAnd a great article reporting on a large study in the UK about the plummeting reading rates on young readers, except for comic book readers28:16 Discussion moves to favourite picks from this month's new releases. Australian titles:Thylacine and the Time Machine by Renee Treml (Allen & Unwin)Godzilla: Skate or Die by Louie Joyce (IDW)One Path by Greg Broadmore, Nick Boshier, Andy Lanning (Mad Cave) [9781545816301] [Australian creator]Mia's Picks:The Cartoonists Club by Raina Telgemeier, Scott McCloud (Scholastic)Outsider Kids by Betty C. Tang (Scholastic)Ginseng Roots by Craig Thompson (Pantheon)Iurgi's picks: A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin, Fred Fordham (Harper Collins)The New York Trilogy by Paul Auster, Paul Karasik, Lorenzo Mattotti, David Mazzucchelli (Faber & Faber)Finally, we've also put a call out for new general members and a convenor as we're hoping to expand the committee in 2025. You don't need to be an expert in comics, graphic novels and manga! If you love comics and you're keen to support them in libraries please let us know through the jotform on our Roundup blog post.You can find all these news and new titles, and so much more on our website: https://graphic.alia.org.au/The ALIA Graphic Groove Theme 2025 courtesy of Clint Owen Ellis https://www.clintowenellis.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eden and Langdon both exist (maybe) and with this snippet of existence, they discuss the historiography of the Paris Commune on the left and suggest a proper position (empathy) towards its hopes and failures. Then, they discuss the beautiful and problematic "Five Ways to Forgiveness" by Ursula K. Le Guin, a short story suite about slavery, feminism, war and Hain. Music played: Object Unto Earth - Alas I Hop Along https://objectuntoearth.bandcamp.com/track/alas-i-hop-along Cave Sermon - Hopeless Magic https://cavesermon.bandcamp.com/track/hopeless-magic

Join our book club!patreon.com/LifeonBooksFollow me on Instagram:  / alifeonbooks  Follow Andy on Instagram  / metafictional.meathead  Books Mentioned in this Episde:The Savage Detectives by Roberto Bolanohttps://amzn.to/4bIZgZIhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780312...2666 by Roberto Bolanohttps://amzn.to/4kEu95Ehttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780312...The Flanders Road by Claude Simonhttps://amzn.to/42dLgEahttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781681...Gravity's Rainbow by Thomas Pynchonhttps://amzn.to/42x7mjXhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780143...JR by William Gaddishttps://amzn.to/3GhDb8Hhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781681...Rock, Paper, Scissors by Naja Marie Aidthttps://amzn.to/44bvAm6https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781940...Carpentaria by Alexis Wrighthttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780811...https://amzn.to/4hXjNvkThe Museum of Eterna's Novel (The First Good Novel) by Macedonio Fernandezhttps://amzn.to/4cpUbFQhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781934...Malina by Ingeborg Bachmannhttps://amzn.to/42rYKuPhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780811...The Secret of Evil by Roberto Bolanohttps://amzn.to/447v8pdhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780811...The USA Trilogy by Juan Dos Passoshttps://amzn.to/3XX8r34https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780063...Attila by Aliocha Collhttps://amzn.to/4jlgZZEhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781960...The Adventures and Misadventures of the Extraordinary and Admirable Joan Orpi, Conquistador and Founder of New Catalonia by Max Besorahttps://amzn.to/3XITX6Mhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781948...Ultramarine by Mariette Navarrohttps://amzn.to/42koHxKhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781646...Dune by Frank Herberthttps://amzn.to/3RihdVBhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780441...Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtryhttps://amzn.to/4jcIi8Rhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781439...The Left hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Leguin

Richard Cass is the author of the Elder Darrow jazz mystery series. The first book in the series won the 2018 Maine Literary Award for Crime Fiction. The fifth, Sweetie Bogan's Sorrow, won the Nancy Pearl Librarians' Prize for Genre Fiction. The seventh book in the series Closing Time, was published in October, 2024. Dick has also published a thriller called The Last Altruist and a book of short stories entitled Gleam of Bone.He holds a graduate degree in writing from the University of New Hampshire, where he studied with Thomas Williams, Jr. and Joseph Monninger. He's also studied with Ernest Hebert, Ursula K. LeGuin, and Molly Gloss. His short fiction and nonfiction have appeared in Playboy, Gray's Sporting Journal, ZZYZVA, Tough, Shotgun Honey and Best Short Stories of the American West. He lives in Cape Elizabeth, Maine with his wife Anne.Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087444780090Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richardjcass/Threads Handle: https://www.threads.net/@richardjcassWebsite: https://www.rjcassbooks.com/*****************About SinCSisters in Crime (SinC) was founded in 1986 to promote the ongoing advancement, recognition and professional development of women crime writers. Through advocacy, programming and leadership, SinC empowers and supports all crime writers regardless of genre or place on their career trajectory.www.SistersinCrime.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sincnational/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sincnational.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.net/@sincnationalFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sistersincrimeTikTok:: https://www.tiktok.com/@sincnationalThe SinC Writers' Podcast is produced by Julian Crocamo https://www.juliancrocamo.com/

In this inspiring episode of Art & Cocktails, host Kat sits down with visionary landscape artist Jennifer Peart, whose work explores the intersection of nature, mid-century design, and science fiction. They dive deep into Jennifer's creative inspirations, her experience at the Superfine Art Fair, and how she seamlessly weaves sustainability, community, and imagination into every aspect of her art practice. Grab your favorite drink and join us for this lovely conversation!   Highlights from the episode:   Jennifer's unique path from community college to a "Hogwarts for art" women's college. How teaching art to children transformed her understanding of creativity and brain development. Balancing her day job with her studio practice and the importance of rest and inspiration cycles. The powerful intersection of nature, sci-fi, and visionary storytelling in her stunning artwork.   Books Mentioned:   Octavia Butler's novels – Exploring visionary futures through compelling narratives. Ursula K. Le Guin's works – Imagining alternative societal structures and peaceful anarchies.   Special thanks to our episode sponsor: Create! Magazine – Empowering contemporary artists through opportunities, visibility, and community. www.createmagazine.co   Stay connected with Jennifer: https://www.jenniferpeart.com   Boynes Artist Award Create! Magazine proudly announces the 12th edition of the Boynes Artist Award, dedicated to discovering, supporting, and celebrating visual artists worldwide. Submissions open April 1st, with an early bird deadline of May 30th and a final deadline of July 30th, 2025. The first-place winner receives a double-page spread in Create! Magazine, a $2,000 cash award, a dedicated social media ad campaign, and an exclusive interview. For more information and to submit your art, visit boynesartistaward.com.   Enjoyed this episode? Please subscribe, rate, and leave a review to support the Art & Cocktails podcast!

It's a bit surprising to hear a writer known for building worlds that incorporate deep historical research and elaborate technological details extol the virtues of play, but Ken Liu tells critic Rose Casey and host Sarah Wasserman that if “your idea of heaven doesn't include play, then I'm not sure it's a heaven people want to go to.” It turns out that Ken—acclaimed translator and author of the “silkpunk” epic fantasy series Dandelion Dynasty and the award-winning short story collection The Paper Menagerie—is deeply serious about play. Speaking about play as the key to technological progress, Ken and Rose discuss the importance of whimsy and the inextricable relationship between imagination and usefulness. For Ken, whose Dandelion Dynasty makes heroes of engineers instead of wizards or knights, precise machinery and innovative gadgets are born, like novels, of imagination. Ken himself might be best described as a meticulous, dedicated tinkerer—a writer playing with the materials and stories of the past to help us encounter new worlds in the present. So even if trying to explain his craft is “like asking fish how they swim,” Ken jumps in and discusses how he writes at such different lengths (hint: the longer the book, the more elephantine) and what he makes of different genre labels, from fantasy to historical fiction. We also learn why Ken is a fan of Brat Summer and still thinking about the Roman Empire. Mentioned in this episode: Ken Liu, Speaking Bones (2022), The Veiled Throne (2021), The Wall of Storms (2017), The Grace of Kings (2016), The Paper Menagerie and Other Stories (2016) Cixin Liu, The Three-Body Problem (2014) Rose Casey, Jessica Wilkerson, Johanna Winant, “An Open Letter from Faculty at West Virginia University” (2023) Rose Casey, “In Defense of Higher Education” (2024) Ursula K. LeGuin, “The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas” (1973) Homer, The Odyssey Virgil, The Aeneid John Milton, Paradise Lost A.M. Turing, “Computing Machinery and Intelligence” (1950) Brat Summer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

It's a bit surprising to hear a writer known for building worlds that incorporate deep historical research and elaborate technological details extol the virtues of play, but Ken Liu tells critic Rose Casey and host Sarah Wasserman that if “your idea of heaven doesn't include play, then I'm not sure it's a heaven people want to go to.” It turns out that Ken—acclaimed translator and author of the “silkpunk” epic fantasy series Dandelion Dynasty and the award-winning short story collection The Paper Menagerie—is deeply serious about play. Speaking about play as the key to technological progress, Ken and Rose discuss the importance of whimsy and the inextricable relationship between imagination and usefulness. For Ken, whose Dandelion Dynasty makes heroes of engineers instead of wizards or knights, precise machinery and innovative gadgets are born, like novels, of imagination. Ken himself might be best described as a meticulous, dedicated tinkerer—a writer playing with the materials and stories of the past to help us encounter new worlds in the present. So even if trying to explain his craft is “like asking fish how they swim,” Ken jumps in and discusses how he writes at such different lengths (hint: the longer the book, the more elephantine) and what he makes of different genre labels, from fantasy to historical fiction. We also learn why Ken is a fan of Brat Summer and still thinking about the Roman Empire. Mentioned in this episode: Ken Liu, Speaking Bones (2022), The Veiled Throne (2021), The Wall of Storms (2017), The Grace of Kings (2016), The Paper Menagerie and Other Stories (2016) Cixin Liu, The Three-Body Problem (2014) Rose Casey, Jessica Wilkerson, Johanna Winant, “An Open Letter from Faculty at West Virginia University” (2023) Rose Casey, “In Defense of Higher Education” (2024) Ursula K. LeGuin, “The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas” (1973) Homer, The Odyssey Virgil, The Aeneid John Milton, Paradise Lost A.M. Turing, “Computing Machinery and Intelligence” (1950) Brat Summer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Au 16ème siècle, Giordano Bruno, un frère dominicain italien, réussit à imaginer ce qui alors était inimaginable : la cosmologie infinitiste. Sans l'observer par des outils, par la seule force de son imagination. L'inquisition l'arrêtera et le condamnera pour hérésie. Il sera brulé au bucher. Aujourd'hui, tout nous pousse à ne plus imaginer. Les images qui abondent et nous écrasent, le quotidien incessant, les nouvelles technologies aussi… Pourtant, à travers l'histoire, ils et elles sont nombreux et nombreuses à avoir cru de toute leur force à l'imagination et à ses multiples bienfaits. Ursula K Le Guin, Tolkien, Robert Desnos, les sœurs Brontë, Vigrinia Woolf,… Alors, comment et pourquoi retrouver les chemins de l'imagination ? Nous recevons Laura El Makki, enseignante à Sciences Po et journaliste, autrice du livre « Petit éloge de l'imagination » paru aux Editions Les Pérégrines. Une séquence de Jonathan Rémy. Sujets traités : Eloge, imagination, Giordano Bruno, cosmologie, Italie, hérésie, Ursula K Le Guin, Tolkien, Robert Desnos,sœurs Brontë, Vigrinia Woolf Merci pour votre écoute Un Jour dans l'Histoire, c'est également en direct tous les jours de la semaine de 13h15 à 14h30 sur www.rtbf.be/lapremiere Retrouvez tous les épisodes d'Un Jour dans l'Histoire sur notre plateforme Auvio.be :https://auvio.rtbf.be/emission/5936 Intéressés par l'histoire ? Vous pourriez également aimer nos autres podcasts : L'Histoire Continue: https://audmns.com/kSbpELwL'heure H : https://audmns.com/YagLLiKEt sa version à écouter en famille : La Mini Heure H https://audmns.com/YagLLiKAinsi que nos séries historiques :Chili, le Pays de mes Histoires : https://audmns.com/XHbnevhD-Day : https://audmns.com/JWRdPYIJoséphine Baker : https://audmns.com/wCfhoEwLa folle histoire de l'aviation : https://audmns.com/xAWjyWCLes Jeux Olympiques, l'étonnant miroir de notre Histoire : https://audmns.com/ZEIihzZMarguerite, la Voix d'une Résistante : https://audmns.com/zFDehnENapoléon, le crépuscule de l'Aigle : https://audmns.com/DcdnIUnUn Jour dans le Sport : https://audmns.com/xXlkHMHSous le sable des Pyramides : https://audmns.com/rXfVppvN'oubliez pas de vous y abonner pour ne rien manquer.Et si vous avez apprécié ce podcast, n'hésitez pas à nous donner des étoiles ou des commentaires, cela nous aide à le faire connaître plus largement. Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

In this episode, host KMO speaks with Kevin, co-host of the podcast and Substack publication "Synthesize Sunsets," which explores speculative fiction and the evolution of popular culture in the age of AI and algorithms.Key Discussion Points:17776 by John Boyce: Kevin discusses this multimedia science fiction narrative and how it represents a missed opportunity for innovation in digital storytelling formats.Decades losing their distinctiveness: The conversation explores how time periods had unique visual and cultural identities in the 20th century, while the 21st century has seen a flattening of aesthetic differences between decades.Publishing industry consolidation: They discuss how the consolidation of publishing houses has led to less diversity in science fiction and contributed to the growth of romance-focused fantasy at the expense of traditional science fiction.Science fiction authors and works: The pair share their perspectives on influential authors including Gene Wolfe's "Book of the New Sun," Ursula K. Le Guin, N.K. Jemisin's "Broken Earth" trilogy, Ted Chiang, Iain M. Banks, and Cixin Liu.Christianity and literature: How religious literacy impacts readers' ability to engage with certain works, particularly Gene Wolfe's writing which contains subtle Christian themes.Political perspectives in fiction: The challenges of creating politically engaged fiction that doesn't feel didactic, using examples like Banks' "Culture" series and contemporary works.Media and intellectual diversity: Kevin expresses hope for greater intellectual diversity in media and publishing, noting that Chinese sci-fi author Cixin Liu represents a genuinely different cultural perspective.

Pourquoi la science-fiction coréenne a du mal à s'imposer à l'international ? Découvrez notre analyse avec la spécialiste du cinéma CeliaatParis. Celia est programmatrice, critique cinéma, rédactrice en cheffe de www.cinemacoreen.fr & Directrice du jeune Festival des Sortilèges.Mais où est la science-fiction coréenne ? Le cinéma et la pop culture sud-coréenne sont devenus une quinzaine d'années très populaire. Entre la K-Pop, les polars coréens, les séries coréennes, le pays du Matin frais a réussi à faire comme le Japon dans les années 80 et 90. Elle impose son soft Power à une jeunesse occidentale qui répond de plus en plus présente. Cependant une question demeure ; pourquoi la science-fiction sud-coréenne n'arrive pas à s'imposer à l'inverse de la science-fiction chinoise et de la science-fiction japonaise ? Seul le réalisateur Bong Joon-ho arrive à exporter sa science-fiction en faisant un habile mélange entre la culture sud-coréenne et le cinéma de science-fiction américain. Pour rappel la SF émerge au début du XXIe siècle. Elle débute avec les premières traductions issues de Jules Vernes et HG. Wells. Elle ne se développe pas par le biais de la littérature pour différentes raisons comme les différentes guerres que va traverser la Corée. Elle va renaitre dans les années 80 grâce à la démocratisation du pays qui va traduire des classiques qui n'ont jamais été publiés comme Isaac Asimov ou Ursula K. Leguin. La librairie Phénix a d'ailleurs fait un dossier très intéressant sur le sujet : https://www.librairielephenix.fr/post/5095/la-science-fiction-en-coree-son-histoire-et-son-evolutionLes films cités dans ce podcast : Resurrection of the Little Match Girl, Wonderful Days, Snowpiercer, Jung E, Alienoïd 1&2. Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

La casa editrice Mondadori sta ripubblicando tutte le opere della scrittrice di fantascienza statunitense Ursula K. Leguin, un'autrice dal lucido pensiero femminista e anticapitalista. Autoritratto è uno spettacolo teatrale dello scrittore e drammaturgo Davide Enia che esplora l'impatto emotivo e culturale che la mafia ha sulla Sicilia. Alla Fondazione Ica di Milano una mostra mette a confronto il lavoro di un'artista e stilista italiana, Cinzia Ruggeri, con quello di una body artist e fotografa austriaca, Birgit Jürgenssen. Deena Mohamed è una fumettista egiziana ed è l'autrice del graphic novel Shubbek Lubbek, una sorta di fiaba che diventa una satira della società egiziana contemporanea. CONVeronica Raimo, scrittrice Annalisa Camilli, giornalista di InternazionaleClara Pérez Almodóvar, storica dell'arteCatherine Cornet, arabista Se ascolti questo podcast e ti piace, abbonati a Internazionale. È un modo concreto per sostenerci e per aiutarci a garantire ogni giorno un'informazione di qualità . Vai su internazionale.it/podcastScrivi a podcast@internazionale.it o manda un vocale a +39 3347063050Produzione di Claudio Balboni e Vincenzo De Simone.Musiche di Carlo Madaghiele, Raffaele Scogna, Jonathan Zenti e Giacomo Zorzi.Direzione creativa di Jonathan Zenti.Ursula K Leguin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2v7RDyo7osAutoritratto di Davide Enia: https://www.raiplaysound.it/audio/2024/11/Prima-fila-del-30112024-5d8ef78c-cead-4ce2-aed4-13bc20203360.htmlLonely are all bridges: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npUlAHv98s0Deena Mohamed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMhmilzpQ2w&t=248s

Catherine welcomes on a new guest, her cousin Luke to discuss the Left Hand of Darkness, the first win for Ursula K. Le Guin, one of the greatest sci-fi writers ever. They discuss what it would mean to live on a world without clear genders, if technology equals progress, and what it entails to truly understand someone else.

00:00:00 Hello, Listeners00:01:53 Albert Einstein is the world-renowned German physicist00:08:06 Try this00:14:41 In fact, Ursula K. Le Guin explored this very questionGenius Thinking: Lessons From History's Greatest Minds on Innovation, Creativity, and Intelligence (Mental Models for Better Living Book 6) By: Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://adbl.co/47E7WgKhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9CGX1FKIn this captivating video, we dive into the world of Einstein's genius and uncover the secrets behind his groundbreaking discoveries. Learn how combinatorial play, curiosity-driven exploration, and a non-conformist mindset can transform your thinking and unlock your full potential. Discover how to embrace interdisciplinary learning, break free from conventional boundaries, and tap into the power of your imagination to create something truly innovative.Einstein's Combinatorial Play: Unlock the Power of Connecting Ideas* Explore the concept of combinatorial play and its role in Einstein's genius* Understand how connecting unrelated ideas can lead to new insights and creative solutions* Learn how to apply this technique to your own life for greater intellectual agility and flexibilityThe Importance of Curiosity: Fueling Your Thirst for Knowledge* Discover the power of asking "what if?" and its impact on Einstein's scientific breakthroughs* Learn how embracing curiosity can broaden your perspectives and stimulate new ideas* Unlock the secrets to fostering a lifelong love of learning and explorationThe Non-Conformist Mindset: Breaking Free from Conventions* Delve into Einstein's unconventional approach to problem-solving and idea generation* Learn how independence, non-linearity, and broad interests contributed to his success* Understand the importance of challenging established norms and exploring uncharted territoryPolymaths and Interdisciplinary Learning: Expanding Your Horizons* Examine Einstein's polymathic nature and how it fueled his creativity across multiple disciplines* Learn how to blend your own interests to generate innovative, interdisciplinary ideas* Discover the power of combining seemingly unrelated subjects to create something new and uniqueEmbracing the Unknown: The Key to Einstein's Genius* Explore the role of non-conventionality in Einstein's thought process and its impact on his discoveries* Learn how to break down artificial limits and categories in your own thinking for a more expansive perspective

Ursula K. Le Guin war eine der wichtigsten Science-Fiction-Autorinnen des 20. und 21. Jahrhunderts. Mit dem Kapitalismus wollte sie sich nicht abfinden, deshalb entwarf sie andere Welten, in denen Menschen nicht dermaßen beherrscht werden. In „Freie Geister“ oder auch „Planet der Habenichtse“ („The Dispossessed“) ist der herausragende Physiker Shevek auf der Suche nach einer Lebensweise, in der er seine theoretischen Ambitionen verfolgen kann und zugleich Menschen kooperativ miteinander umgehen. Während auf Urras ein recht autoritärer, aber immensen Reichtum produzierender Kapitalismus vorherrscht, haben sich auf dem unwirtlichen Mond Anarres die Anarchisten daran gemacht, eine alternative Gesellschaft zu entwickeln. Freiheit von Herrschaft ist das Ideal. Das Individuum ist hier schon aufgrund natürlichen Ressourcenmangels dazu gezwungen, sich immer wieder dem Kollektiv unterzuordnen. In der neuen Folge von „Wohlstand für Alle“-Literatur sprechen Ole Nymoen und Wolfgang M. Schmitt über den außergewöhnlichen Science-Fiction-Roman. Unsere Zusatzinhalte könnt ihr bei Apple Podcasts, Steady und Patreon hören. Vielen Dank! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/wohlstand-f%C3%BCr-alle/id1476402723 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/oleundwolfgang Steady: https://steadyhq.com/de/oleundwolfgang/about

Episode 186 of Pudding On The Wrist.  In which your faithful deejay and psychic friend, Frozen Lazuras, spins choice cuts from Rose McDowell, Spinanes, Ursula K. Le Guin, Divorcer, Here We Go Magic, The Delicates, Kleenex, and so many more.

This month we return to the King as we discuss From a Buick 8, an interesting and delightful Stephen King novel about grief  Note: This is an unedited audio copy of the live-streamed discussion over on YouTube, so you'll hear us interact with the audience a bit. Click here to submit a book for the Book Club Next month's book is The Lathe of Heaven by Ursula K. Le Guin. We'll be meeting to discuss it on Friday, February 28th at 9:30 PM Central Time!!! Support us on Patreon Matt's Twitter: @moridinamael Scott's Twitter:@scottdaly85 Stay updated with Doof Media: @doofmedia See all of our podcasts, writing, and more at www.doofmedia.com

In this episode of 'Set Listing, Bruce,' host Jesse Jackson welcomes author and musician Karen from Seattle. Despite a windstorm causing a power outage, Karen joins the podcast to share her deep passion for Bruce Springsteen, her background in music, and her journey in writing fantasy and science fiction novels. Karen discusses her early life in central Washington, her varied musical influences, and her experiences playing in a garage rock band with her brother. She also delves into her writing career, including her upcoming book, music-themed novels, and the influence of storytellers like Bruce Springsteen and Ursula K. Le Guin. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the intersection of music, writing, and creativity. Find more about Karen's work here - https://kareneisenbreywriter.com/ 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:03 Karen's Musical Background 02:05 Early Influences and Family 08:04 Discovering Bruce Springsteen 10:54 Karen's Writing Journey 22:43 Incorporating Music into Writing 26:29 The Challenge of Titling Chapters 26:50 Writing Songs from a Character's Perspective 28:54 The Power of Hats and Visibility 30:28 From Short Story to Superhero Band 31:27 Influences and Inspirations 33:44 Exploring New Creative Avenues 38:30 Garage Band Beginnings 43:58 The Mary Question Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we've got something special—two deep dives into the world of magic and role-playing! We sit down with Douglas Rushkoff—media theorist, writer, and host of the Team Human podcast—to explore how RPGs, especially Mage: The Ascension, serve as tools for reality manipulation and self-discovery. We talk about the changing face of magic in society, its impact on public figures, and how Storytellers can weave magical sensibilities into their campaigns. Then, we chat with Richard Metzger, lifelong explorer of the occult and host of the Magic Show. He takes us on a journey through the cultural evolution of magic, its place in pop culture, and intriguing ideas like radionics that could bring a whole new layer to modern RPGs. Show Notes Douglas Rushkoff Vampire: The Masquerade, GURPS, and Magic: The Gathering. Genesis P-Orridge and Psychic TV. Ursula K. Le Guin's A Wizard of Earthsea and Taoist philosophy Douglas's book,Survival of the Richest: Escape Fantasies of the Tech Billionaires Donald Trump, Norman Vincent Peale and The Power of Positive Thinking. Douglas's Substack newsletter. Richard Metzger Bewitched and mythical figures like Merlin. Aleister Crowley's magick as act of willpower Radionics: electronic devices believed to manipulate reality, as explored by figures like John W. Campbell and William Burroughs (search on Etsy). The Magick Show, featuring interviews with 55+ magicians, witches, and scholars! Arden Leigh, chaos magician and Grant Morrison's magical heir Alan Moore's The Great When Grant Morrison's The Invisibles

In this episode of 'Set Listing, Bruce,' host Jesse Jackson welcomes author and musician Karen from Seattle. Despite a windstorm causing a power outage, Karen joins the podcast to share her deep passion for Bruce Springsteen, her background in music, and her journey in writing fantasy and science fiction novels. Karen discusses her early life in central Washington, her varied musical influences, and her experiences playing in a garage rock band with her brother. She also delves into her writing career, including her upcoming book, music-themed novels, and the influence of storytellers like Bruce Springsteen and Ursula K. Le Guin. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the intersection of music, writing, and creativity. Find more about Karen's work here - https://kareneisenbreywriter.com/ 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:03 Karen's Musical Background 02:05 Early Influences and Family 08:04 Discovering Bruce Springsteen 10:54 Karen's Writing Journey 22:43 Incorporating Music into Writing 26:29 The Challenge of Titling Chapters 26:50 Writing Songs from a Character's Perspective 28:54 The Power of Hats and Visibility 30:28 From Short Story to Superhero Band 31:27 Influences and Inspirations 33:44 Exploring New Creative Avenues 38:30 Garage Band Beginnings 43:58 The Mary Question Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Writer's Voice we feature three great conversations. Karen Joy Fowler reflects on the relevance of Ursula K. Le Guin's The Dispossessed and its vision of utopia on the occasion of the 50th anniversary re-issue of that classic work of speculative fiction. She wrote the introduction. Listen to our 2012 interview with Ursulla … Continue reading Utopias, Pipelines, and Political Art: Karen Joy Fowler, Charlotte Dennett, and Jules Feiffer →

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Host Jason Blitman talks to acclaimed author Nnedi Okorafor (Death of the Author) about her inspiration for the book, the personal tragedy that shaped its narrative, and her thoughts on the intersection of human artistry and AI. Then Jason talks to Guest Gay Reader, UK drag queen Holly Stars, who shares her recommendations for light-hearted reading and gives us a sneak peek into her own new release, Murder in the Dressing Room. Nnedi Okorafor is an international award-winning New York Times Bestselling novelist of science fiction and fantasy for children, young adults and adults. Born in the United States to Nigerian immigrant parents, Nnedi is known for drawing from African cultures to create captivating stories with unforgettable characters and evocative settings. Nnedi has received the World Fantasy, Nebula, Eisner and Lodestar Awards and multiple Hugo Awards, amongst others, for her books. Champions of her work include Neil Gaiman, Ngugi wa Thiong'o, George RR Martin, and Rick Riordan. Literary ancestors Diana Wynne Jones, Ursula K. Le Guin and Nawal El Saadawi also loved her work. Nnedi holds a PhD in Literature, two Master's Degrees (Journalism and Literature) and lives in Phoenix, Arizona with her daughter Anyaugo. Learn more at nnedi.com. You can also follow her on Twitter (@nnedi) and Instagram (@nnediokorafor).Holly Stars is a drag stand-up comedian and writer. She is the writer of the smash-hit drag murder mystery, Death Drop, a play that has had three runs on the West End and a UK and Ireland tour. Holly has two seasons of her own television series, Holly Stars: Inspirational, on Froot TV and OutTV, and regularly performs in London and around the UK. Her solo shows include: Justice For Holly, Nightmare Neighbour and Birthday.BOOK CLUB!Use code GAYSREADING at checkout to get first book for only $4 + free shipping! Restrictions apply.http://aardvarkbookclub.comWATCH!https://youtube.com/@gaysreadingBOOKS!Check out the list of books discussed on each episode on our Bookshop page: https://bookshop.org/shop/gaysreading MERCH!Purchase your Gays Reading podcast merchandise HERE! https://gaysreading.myspreadshop.com/ FOLLOW!@gaysreading | @jasonblitman CONTACT!hello@gaysreading.com

REAL LIFE Devon: We celebrated Nolan's Mario-themed birthday party at Chuck E. Cheese's, and it was pure Mario madness—even down to LEGO sets! At home, we dove into the SNES Classic, revisiting classics like Super Mario World and Mario Kart. Speaking of Mario Kart, Ben has a lot of thoughts about kart racing games. Oh, and let's not forget Super Metroid made a cameo in our gaming nostalgia. Steven: Exciting news! We're now on YouTube! Check out The Science Faction Podcast for all our latest episodes and content. Also, Steven got his hands on the 5-disc Complete Collector's Edition of Blade Runner. Talk about sci-fi collector goals! Ben: Ben's been under the weather—boo! But that meant more movie time—yay! He's here to defend rewatching so-called "terrible" films like Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. But hey, the Indiana Jones videogame nails the adventure vibe. Steven couldn't agree more—there's nothing better than punching Nazis! Also, fun fact: The Matrix reused sets from Dark City, which Roger Ebert loved so much he even recorded commentary tracks for it. And yes, both Ben and Devon admit to falling asleep during The Phantom Menace... in theaters. Oops! FUTURE OR NOW Ben: "The Buddhists Know How to Party" might sound like an odd statement, but Ben dives into the Five Remembrances of the Buddha, a reflection on aging, illness, and impermanence. It really got Devon thinking about Stoicism. Curious? You can read them here: I am of the nature to grow old. There is no way to escape growing old. I am of the nature to have ill-health. There is no way to escape having ill-health. I am of the nature to die. There is no way to escape death. All that is dear to me and everyone I love are of the nature to change. There is no way to escape being separated from them. My actions are my only true belongings. I cannot escape the consequences of my actions. My actions are the ground on which I stand. Steven: Steven brings up a serious topic: the insurance crisis in California. State Farm is pulling out of the state due to restrictions on raising rates, leaving them unable to cover major disasters like the LA fires. They currently have about $3 billion, but with an estimated $4 billion needed for payouts, this gap could lead to insolvency. Who's at fault—the state for blocking rate hikes or the companies for not adjusting sooner? Steven urges us not to "Luigi the wrong people" in this situation. BOOK CLUB This Week: We took a deep dive into Ursula K. Le Guin's "The Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas" from The Wind's Twelve Quarters. You can read it here. Ben found it "super fascinating," while Devon unpacked its core themes: a utopia sustained by the suffering of one child and the moral quandary of staying or walking away. Ben summed it up with, "The terror of not knowing keeps people away." Also, Devon joked that Omelas could just be Salem spelled backward—thanks, Oregon road signs! Devon also mused, "Ethics cannot be logically discerned." Next Week: Get ready for Philip K. Dick's "We Can Remember It For You Wholesale" (1966). Here's a PDF. And no, Devon—you can't just watch Total Recall instead!  

In this week's episode, Kayla and Taylor discuss Ursula K. Le Guin's 1969 sci-fi classic The Left Hand of Darkness. Topics include the new look of L&L, Nosferatu, the interesting ideas about sex and gender Ursula presents, the relationship between Genly and Estraven, the masculine urge for war and violence, the need for light and darkness, and our complete inability to traverse a vast glacier. Plus, we check in on Voyager 1.This week's drink: Left Hand (of Darkness) via liquor.comINGREDIENTS:1 1/2 ounces bourbon3/4 ounce Campari3/4 ounce sweet vermouth 3 dashes chocolate bittersGarnish: brandied cherryINSTRUCTIONS:Add all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled.Strain into a chilled coupe glass.Garnish with a brandied cherry.Current/recommended reads, links, etc.:Voyager 1 trackerFollow us on Instagram @literatureandlibationspod.Visit our website: literatureandlibationspod.com to submit feedback, questions, or your own takes on what we are reading. You can also see what we are reading for future episodes! You can email us at literatureandlibationspod@gmail.com.Please leave us a review and/or rating! It really helps others find our podcast…and it makes us happy!Purchase books via bookshop.org or check them out from your local public library. Join us next time as we read Euphoria by Lily King.

In this week's episode, Kayla and Taylor wrap up their 2024 reading with their favorite pod and non-pod reads, plus other things that they enjoyed throughout the year. Thanks for reading and drinking with us! See you in 2025!This week's drink: White Christmas Mimosa via @yellowbellykellyINGREDIENTS:ChampagneWhite cranberry juiceEdible glitterCranberries and rosemary for garnishINSTRUCTIONS:Fill a champagne flute ¾ full with champagneTop with white peach juiceStir in edible glitterGarnish with 2-3 cranberries and a rosemary sprigCurrent/recommended reads, links, etc.:Anita de Monte Laughs Last bu Xochitl GonzalezThere There by Tommy OrangeTo the Lighthouse by Virginia WoolfBeloved by Toni MorrisonNightbitch by Rachel YoderDemon Copperhead by Barbara KingsolverThe Vaster Wilds by Lauren GroffYellowface by R.F. KuangThe Tortured Poets Department: The AnthologyStranger ThingsThe Great British Baking Show latest seasonWinter Squash pizza from Biga Pizza (Missoula, MT)The concept of girl dinnerThe West Wing (show) and The West Wing Weekly (podcast)MontanaFitFollow us on Instagram @literatureandlibationspod.Visit our website: literatureandlibationspod.com to submit feedback, questions, or your own takes on what we are reading. You can also see what we are reading for future episodes! You can email us at literatureandlibationspod@gmail.com.Please leave us a review and/or rating! It really helps others find our podcast…and it makes us happy!Purchase books via bookshop.org or check them out from your local public library. Join us next time as we kick off 2025 with The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. LeGuin

La atmósfera del relato escrito en el año 1967 y narrado en primera persona es bastante intensa desde un primer momento. El oyente puede experimentar un intenso malestar ante la insistencia de la protagonista de hablar con el Sr. Morrison, como si algo realmente no anduviese bien. Reestrenamos Sexo y/o el Sr. Morrison con sonido mejorado. Sin duda tiene unas extrañas afectaciones por el Sr. Morrison que se acentúan cuando decide allanar la morada de este. Para más inri cuando el Sr. Morrison vuelve a su apartamento ella se esconde allí para verlo hacer...sus cosas de solterón. Y todo esto contado con un tono bastante neutro, como si fuera lo más normal del mundo oler camisas usadas y comer queso bajo un escritorio. En varias ocasiones hace pensar en que tenemos un narrador no fiable, pero luego sucede que la autora Carol Emshwiller le da la vuelta al relato y todo lo que teníamos preconcebido se viene abajo, desencadenando un sentimiento de repulsa y horror aún mayor que ver a una criatura obsesionándose de tal forma con el vecino de arriba. Hay una mezcla de ciencia ficción, terror y fantasía... La narradora experimenta hacia el esquivo Morrison una fascinación creciente, y esta fascinación muy pronto deja el terreno de lo previsible: Deténganse a pensar sólo una cosa. Hay solamente dos sexos y cada uno de nosotros pertenece a uno de ellos, y sin duda —o al menos es lo más probable— cada uno sabe algo acerca del otro. Pero pudo ser ahí en donde yo cometí mi error: ¿nunca han pensado ustedes...? Bueno, eso que yo comencé a pensar: ‘Ha de haber Otros entre nosotros’”. La narradora se dedica, pues, a encontrar el rastro de los Otros, es decir de aquellos que viven escondidos o camuflados, precisamente porque no son ni hombres ni mujeres y tampoco lo que eufemísticamente se llama “tercer sexo”, porque esto, en última instancia, sólo se entiende como una combinatoria de los otros dos sexos/géneros (ya el mero hecho de llamarlo “tercero” es confirmar la regla de los “dos” y mantenerla precisamente como paradigma, ley binaria, mandato divino, dogma, estereotipo, etcétera). La narradora de este cuento sospecha, pues, que el señor Morrison no es uno de los “Normales” sino precisamente uno de esos silenciosos y obliterados “Otros”, un ser radicalmente distinto, humano pero otro, y cuya sola presencia (e incluso la mera hipótesis, la sospecha imaginativa) arroja una luz violenta sobre la exclusividad de los “dos” (la “exacta modularidad” queda cuestionada por un elemento supernumerario en la ecuación). Dispuesta a jugarse el todo por el todo, la narradora se oculta en el apartamento de Morrison (ella es pequeña y delgada) y lo espera durante lo que parece una eternidad. Finalmente el individuo llega y pasado un rato se desnuda de espaldas a su trémula contempladora.... Juzguen ustedes mismos.... Carol Emshwiller ( 12 de abril de 1921) nació Agnes Carolyn Fries en Ann Arbor, Michigan, la mayor de los cuatro hijos de Charles y Agnes (Carswell) Fries. Al crecer, pasó varios años en Francia y Alemania mientras su padre, profesor de inglés y lingüística, estaba de año sabático. Se graduó de la Universidad de Michigan con una licenciatura en música en 1945, se unió a la Cruz Roja, ayudando a las tropas estadounidenses en la Italia de la posguerra, luego regresó a Ann Arbor para la escuela de arte. Se casó con su compañero estudiante de arte Ed Emshwiller en 1949. Juntos, asistieron a la Ecole Nationale Superieure des Beaux-Arts (1949-1950), recorrieron Europa en una motocicleta y finalmente se establecieron en Levittown, Nueva York, donde tuvieron tres hijos, en 1955, 1957 y 1959. Emshwiller comenzó a publicar ciencia ficción a mediados de la década de 1950, después de que su esposo le presentara a personas clave dentro del género, quien se convirtió en uno de los principales artistas del género de la época. En 1974, Emshwiller se convirtió en profesora asistente adjunta en la Universidad de Nueva York y publicó su primera colección de cuentos, Joy in Our Cause . Ella ha seguido publicando casi sin parar desde entonces. Sus novelas incluyen Carmen Dog (1998), The Mount (2002), Mister Boots (2005) y The Secret City.(2007). La también autora de ciencia ficción Ursula K. Le Guin la elogió como una "fabulista importante, una maravillosa realista mágica, una de las voces feministas más fuertes, complejas y consistentes en la ficción"; hasta la fecha, Emshwiller ha ganado un premio World Fantasy, un premio Philip K. Dick, dos premios Nebula y un premio World Fantasy por su trayectoria (en 2005). Desde la muerte de su esposo en 1990, ha dividido su tiempo entre la ciudad de Nueva York y Owens Valley, California. Falleció a la edad de 97 años el día 2 de febrero de 2019. ¡Únete a la nave de Historias para ser Leídas y conviértete en uno de nuestros taberneros galácticos por solo 1,49 € al mes! 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This lecture discusses the essay by the science fiction and fantasy author, Ursula K. Leguin, "About Anger, found in her book No Time To Spare: Thinking About What Matters. It discusses Leguin's reflections on the conditions in which anger can be a useful emotion in public, political, and private life, and on the dangers of treating anger uncritically as if it is always something good for dealing with injustice, abuse, exploitation, and threats. Leguin contrasts the early years of second-wave feminism and activism for gender justice and women's rights against the present time, in which anger isn't as useful a response. She also discusses anger's interrelation with other emotions such as jealousy, hatred, fear, and pain. To support my ongoing work, go to my Patreon site - www.patreon.com/sadler If you'd like to make a direct contribution, you can do so here - www.paypal.me/ReasonIO You can find over 3000 philosophy videos in my main YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/user/gbisadler Purchase No Time To Spare: Thinking About What Matters - https://amzn.to/3sh0nNR

This lecture discusses the science fiction and fantasy author, Ursula K. Leguin's short story, "The Word of Unbinding", which can be found in her book The Wind's Twelve Quarters The Rule of Names takes place in her Earthsea narrative universe. We discuss the characters, the plot, and several key aspects of the Earthsea setting. To support my ongoing work, go to my Patreon site - www.patreon.com/sadler If you'd like to make a direct contribution, you can do so here - www.paypal.me/ReasonIO You can find over 3,000 philosophy videos in my main YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/user/gbisadler Purchase The Wind's Twelve Quarters - https://amzn.to/41Qg9Pk

This lecture discusses the science fiction and fantasy author, Ursula K. Leguin's short story, "The Rule of Names", which can be found in her book The Wind's Twelve Quarters The Rule of Names takes place in her Earthsea narrative universe. We discuss the characters, the plot, and several key aspects of the Earthsea setting. To support my ongoing work, go to my Patreon site - www.patreon.com/sadler If you'd like to make a direct contribution, you can do so here - www.paypal.me/ReasonIO You can find over 3,000 philosophy videos in my main YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/user/gbisadler Purchase The Wind's Twelve Quarters - https://amzn.to/41Qg9Pk

As our Close Readings series come to an end this year, you're probably wondering what's coming in 2025. We're delighted to announce there'll be four new series starting in January:‘Conversations in Philosophy' with Jonathan Rée and James WoodJonathan and James challenge a hundred years of academic convention by reuniting the worlds of philosophy and literature, as they consider how style, narrative, and the expression of ideas play through philosophical writers including Kierkegaard, Mill, Nietzsche, Woolf, Beauvoir and Camus.Reading list here:https://lrb.supportingcast.fm/posts/conversations-in-philosophy‘Fiction and the Fantastic' with Marina Warner, Anna Della Subin, Adam Thirlwell and Chloe Aridjis.Marina and guests will traverse the great parallel tradition of the literature of astonishment and wonder, dread and hope, from the 1001 Nights to Ursula K. Le Guin.Reading list here:https://lrb.supportingcast.fm/posts/fiction-and-the-fantastic‘Love and Death' with Seamus Perry and Mark FordMark and Seamus explore the oscillating power of outrage and grief, bitterness and consolation, in poetry in English from the Renaissance to the present day. Their series will consider the elegies of Milton, Hardy, Bishop, Plath and others at their most intimate and expressive.Reading list here:https://lrb.supportingcast.fm/posts/love-and-death‘Novel Approaches' with Clare Bucknell, Thomas Jones and other guestsClare, Tom and guests discuss a selection of 19th-century (mostly) English novels from Mansfield Park to New Grub Street, looking in particular at the roles played in the books by money and property.Reading list here:https://lrb.supportingcast.fm/posts/novel-approachesAnd the subscription will continue to include access to all our past Close Readings series.If you're not already a subscriber, sign up:Directly in Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pJoFPqIn other podcast apps: https://lrb.me/closereadingsGIFTSIf you enjoy Close Readings, why not give it to another book lover in your life?Find our audio gifts here: https://lrb.supportingcast.fm/gifts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Long time friend of the podcast Joe Monti, who was recently promoted to Vice President, Associate Publisher, and Editorial Director at Saga Press, and is now officially a "Big Cheese', stops by for a wide-ranging chat about the impact of the pandemic and other events on the affordability of books; trends in recent science fiction, fantasy and horror and why science fiction may be set for something of a comeback; the influence (or lack thereof) of awards on book sales; and touches on authors ranging from Cixin Liu and N.K. Jemisin to William Gibson and Ursula K. Le Guin. As always, Joe's broad experience as publisher, agent, and bookseller provides some unique insights as to what's going on and we think makes for fascinating listening as we move towards the end of the year.

This lecture discusses the science fiction and fantasy author, Ursula K. Leguin's book, The Other Wind, the sixth and final of her Earthsea books It focuses specifically on the ending of the book and indeed of the Earthsea saga, with the mage-established stone wall between the living and the dead being dragged down by humans and dragons, the liberation of the dead, and the restoration of the dragons' portion To support my ongoing work, go to my Patreon site - www.patreon.com/sadler If you'd like to make a direct contribution, you can do so here - www.paypal.me/ReasonIO You can find over 3,000 philosophy videos in my main YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/user/gbisadler Purchase The Other Wind - amzn.to/3A5qYBs

This lecture discusses the science fiction and fantasy author, Ursula K. Leguin's book, The Other Wind, the sixth and final of her Earthsea books It focuses specifically on the character of the Kargish princess, named Seserakh, and the alternation of appearances of passivity and timidity to actions involving courage on her part. To support my ongoing work, go to my Patreon site - www.patreon.com/sadler If you'd like to make a direct contribution, you can do so here - www.paypal.me/ReasonIO You can find over 3,000 philosophy videos in my main YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/user/gbisadler Purchase The Other Wind - amzn.to/3A5qYBs

This lecture discusses the science fiction and fantasy author, Ursula K. Leguin's book, The Other Wind, the sixth and final of her Earthsea books It focuses specifically on how the village sorcerer, Alder, gives up his power and craft of mending, which is at the core of his person, in order to end his dreams of the dead, and to safeguard Earthsea from whatever danger they pose. To support my ongoing work, go to my Patreon site - www.patreon.com/sadler If you'd like to make a direct contribution, you can do so here - www.paypal.me/ReasonIO You can find over 3,000 philosophy videos in my main YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/user/gbisadler Purchase The Other Wind - amzn.to/3A5qYBs

JEAN CAMPBELL  is a supermodel who from the outside looks to be living a fairy tale life. Stunningly beautiful, she has modeled on the international stage for brands including Alexander McQueen, Ralph Lauren, Louis Vuitton and Burberry. Of course, nothing is ever so simple (especially in fairy tales). After experiencing a traumatic injury at a young age, Jean had to learn how to live with chronic pain. She underwent multiple surgeries, and confronted despair induced by the extreme physical and emotional challenges she faced.  Shadowland is our This Jungian Life forum for exploring the lives of people who exist in the hidden places of our culture. Life with chronic pain is one of those hidden places: for many it is characterized by loneliness and fear. At home and at work, people with chronic pain conditions are often asked to mask the reality of what they're experiencing.  In this episode, Lisa and Deb explore the gulf Jean experienced between persona and shadow. In private, Jean searched for ways to cope with physical pain and suffering, whilst in public she built a successful career based on her exceptional physical beauty.  According to Jean, embracing and befriending pain has been key in her path to healing. This is explored through a discussion of A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin, in which the protagonist, Ged, must confront and befriend his shadow:  “Only in silence the word, only in dark the light, only in dying life: bright the hawk's flight on the empty sky” (A Wizard of Earthsea). Listen to Jean Campbell's podcast, https://www.if-podcast.com/  Follow Jean Campbell: https://www.instagram.com/jean_campbell/ You might also be interested in our This Jungian Life episode on  https://thisjungianlife.com/episode-68-chronic-illness/ LOOK & GROW TRY OUT THE TEMENOS DREAM INTERPRETATION APP FOR FREE: https://inf.temenosdream.com/eiNh/tjlmeta *Unlock The Power of Your Dreams: https://thisjungianlife.com/join-dream-school/ *Support Dreams and Depth: Join Our Patreon Community Today: https://www.patreon.com/ThisJungianLife *Don't Miss Out - Submit Your Dream Now for a Chance to Be Featured on Our Podcast! https://thisjungianlife.com/share-your-dream/ *Help Shape Our Show! Share Your Ideas for Our Next Podcast: https://thisjungianlife.com/podcast-form-topics/ *Shop Exclusive 'This Jungian Life' Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/thisjungianlife/products *Get Caught up! Check Out All Our Previous Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcE4RL3VIbzGWHI-Sq0Y2lZc7R6Zxmfb6  STAY INSPIRED EVERY DAY! *YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe8QSBLNlv765pT097FDeLA *Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisjungianlifepodcast *Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThisJungianLife *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThisJungianLife/  EXPLORE DEPTH PSYCHOLOGY WITH OUR COMPREHENSIVE STUDIES - TRANSFORM YOUR UNDERSTANDING *Discover the Power of Jung's Insights: Enhance Your Clinical Skills with Our Advanced Seminar. https://bit.ly/cgjungphiladelphia *Engage Your Inner Wisdom: Join the Philadelphia Jung General Seminar: https://bit.ly/cgjungphiladelphiaseminar