Recorded on June 8, Star Wars correspondent and newly minted PHD Justin comes on the Pod to talk about the latest D+ Series Obi-Wan. We talk about how the Monarchy of Alderan works inside the Galactic Republic/Empire and our predictions for the last two episodes of the run.

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The boys get down to brass tacks about Andy Weir’s 2021 book, Project Hail Mary, and how it explains our inability to address climate change.

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Marshall and Steve sit down with the brilliant and ever didactic Cat Rambo to discus their newest book You Sexy Thing. Out now.

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Q:What kind of a game do space-time folding beings from the gamma quadrant play? A: Hasbro’s Sorry! Join us as we talk casinos and garment production in our deep dive of Move Along Home S:1 Ep:10 of Deep Space 9.

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We did a couple of short, hot takes. Or at least lukewarm takes. We were going to do one on Black Panther and then remembered we did an entire episode on it. Tell us we’re wrong, we dare you. Tell us your hot takes. We can fight about it.

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The nature of Trill symbiosis is explored when a Klaestron commando legal team tries to kidnap Jadzia Dax for alleged treason committed by Curzon, the prior Dax host.  & The master Kobliad criminal-scientist Rao Vantika is presumed dead after an inmate transport fire, but his wily pursuer Ty Kajada is not so sure. 

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We talk with Rick Harp, host of Media Indigena, about indigenous cultures, particularly those in the place now called Canada, the Hugo Awards, colonialism, The Walking Dead, and economic development of indigenous peoples the world over. This podcast was recorded some time ago. We apologize if any of the information it contains is out-of-date. Errata …

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Our guest this week is Olav Rokne of the Hugo Book Club to talk about unions and organized labour, or rather the lack of it, in science fiction. While representation of unions in science fiction is pretty unusual, it’s moved from anti-union hostility to more of a benign neglect. See our show notes for more …

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We’re talking about episode six of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Shadier elements of the alpha quadrant speculate about the value of gamma quadrant artifacts, Quark holds an auction, and a space manta ray goes home. The station is also almost destroyed. This is Androids and Assets, the podcast that discusses the political and economic …

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We talk about Wired’s Future of Work series of short stories. The shortage of actual work and the absence of organized labour leaves a lot to be desired. This is Androids and Assets, the podcast that discusses the political and economic assumptions in science fiction and fantasy and how they shape the world in which …

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An aphasia-like virus planted in DS9’s food replicator system by the Bajoran underground against their onetime oppressors lies dormant until being activated during refurbishment. & The first two species to visit through the wormhole are hardly ceremonial: one, described only as “Tosk,” is being hunted in a formal, ritualized sport that both he and his …

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We discuss Anon, the 2018 Netflix thriller. Set in a near-future, dystopic world of constant surveillance, the movie questions the value of privacy, police overreach, and the value of memory. This is Androids and Assets, the podcast that discusses the political and economic assumptions in science fiction and fantasy and how they shape the world …

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Kira has barely gotten to know her new DS9 colleagues or settled in as a “legitimate” officer of post-occupation Bajor when she has to confront an old fellow freedom-fighter who can’t give up the fight — and the infamous Duras sisters from TNG are a surprise part of his plans.

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We are joined by SyFy Sistas, an incredible Star Trek podcast, to discuss Deep Space Nine’s second episode, “The Visitor”. It’s a heart wrenching episode and a great representation of family and black love. Here is a link to the wonderful interview SyFy Sistas did with Cirroc Lofton.

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Let us take you on a magical journey into a story from those days of yore. A story of miracle children, virgin births, and the struggle between good and evil. Let us take you into this ancient text from 1996… Double Helix. To help us decode this Contemporary Christian Techno Thriller we have resident biologist …

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A review of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 1 Episode 2 – A Man Alone. Odo is immature and the Federation has a dearth of teachers.

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We got child soldiers; we got weird bug aliens; and we got Tessa, expert contributor to the Dork-Bajir Chronicles. This week we ask the big questions about the Animorphs. Spoilers abound.

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Our interview with S.B. Divya author of great works such as Runtime and Contingency Plans for the Apocalypse and co-editor of Escape Pod. Find her work at www.eff-words.com Some works we discussed: The Revolution Brought to You by Nike by Andrea Phillips published in Fireside Magazine. Also available in audio from Escape Pod. Cat Pictures …

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Emissaries of Profits! A bi-weekly review of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. We discuss the first episode “Emissary”. We’re seeing themes of colonialism, echoes of the cold war, and the USA in space. This is gonna be fun.

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Welcome to Season 2 of Androids and Assets! Thanks for being here with us! We’ve decided to make Luc Besson our traditional season opener so today we’re talking about The Fifth Element. It’s a movie that requires societal supervision so be sure to watch it with a diverse group of friends.

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We’re talking about Ursula K. Leguin’s Left Hand of Darkness with Rachal, someone who just likes Ursula K. Leguin. It’s an important book and a great episode.

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We chat with Dan from the Northern Nerd Network about what makes a person a nerd and what it means to be a nerd today.

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In conversation with Annalee Newitz, science journalist and author of Autonomous, at WorldCon 76. We geek out about economics and science fiction. Who would have guessed?

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In conversation with Kelsey Olesen while at WorldCon 76. We briefly discuss the role of women in SFF stories. As promised, the author of Dread Nation is Justina Ireland. And for reference, Zen Cho is the author of Sorcerer to the Crown.

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In order to review Netflix’s Inside Job, Stephen and Marshall must go back to the conspiracy that started it all.

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In conversation with Gonzalo Alvarez, creator of Polloman. Keep up-to-date with Gonzalo’s work by following him on Twitter @Gonzzink. Support his work and buy your copy of Polloman at  legendofpolloman.com.

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Marshall went to WorldCon76 in San Jose and we talk about how the trip went and why you too should go to WorldCon.

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We’re talking about Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s [Sorcerer’s] Stone. It’s a simple story with a lot of unintended consequences. Part one of an ongoing series in which the Androids and Assets team reads the entire series.

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We saw Ready Player One. It’s a combination of sexism, naïveté, toxic nostalgia, and pessimism.

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We’re talking 2017 movie Along with the Gods. Our good friend Jin-Ho wanted to share this movie with us and boy are we glad he did. We get into cultural differences in the afterlife and find that they’re not as different as we expected.

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We’re talking Black Panther! A very important movie that talks about some urgent topics. Not your standard super hero beat em up.

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We talk about Ava Duvernay’s new movie, A Wrinkle in Time. Our special guest is children’s book lover, Candace. This movie has great lessons for children and adults.

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We’re talking about the Matrix, hacking, russiagate, and goths. Find out about the state of the world today by looking at a movie from 18 years ago. This fantastic alternative poster is from Timothy Anderson.

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Today we carry on our conversation with Candace! We’re talking about Okja, sustainability, and animals in our food systems.

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Season 4 has arrived and the Klingons are up to something. Marshall and Steve are reviewing Season 4 Episode 1, “The Way of the Warrior”.

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We talk Joon-ho Bong’s 2017 movie Okja with animal scientist Candace! Okja is a meat cute movie about a superpig and her girl.

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We’re talking about inequality and Neill Blomkamp’s 2013 Elysium starring our best friend, Matt Damon. Music is from An Ant and An Atom. They’re great.

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We’re talking about The Chronicles of Narnia and the weird beliefs of author C.S. Lewis. Also, I know the word is foray but sometimes in the heat of a recording I don’t word well and say foyer. Feel free to make fun of me for it.

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We talk deflationary currency and dragons with prominent Dragonlance critic, Olav. Why anyone ever thought a steel-based currency was a good idea is beyond us.  

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We took a look at Bright and had mixed opinions.

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We went to go see downsizing and found it added little to a big debate.

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You’ve heard part 1. Now hear the stunning conclusion. We explore all the science in Interstellar with an actual physicist, Pasquale.

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Star Wars Month Part 4! We look into the past, present, and future of Star Wars. May the Force be with you, every one!

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Episode 3 of Star Wars Month. We’ve seen Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi. Now you can hear us talk about it. Poe Dameron is a space hero, yoda is a know-it-all, bad guys sell weapons.

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We’re less than a week from The Last Jedi and can hardly contain ourselves. This episode we talk to Justin, Resident Star Wars Expert.  

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Stephen and Marshall get aggressive talking about the Hugo shortlisted short stories in part three of our three part series. Today we cover “The Mermaid Astronaut” by Yoon Ha Lee and “Little Free Library” by Naomi Kritzer.

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Hey! We’re doing Star Wars Month! Episode 8 has us super excited and all we want to talk about is Star Wars. This week we talk about how Jedi are assholes.

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Androids and Assets has its first ever guest, the enigmatic physicist Pasquale. Join us as we wrestle with the big cosmological questions of the late Mchonaissance. Marshall laments the dark future of Gumbo, Stephen feels Randian, and Pasquale hangs back for the first episode.  More to come next week…  

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After a short hiatus the Androids and Assets team returns stronger and more resolved to discuss the dreaded… Fantasy Racism. For more weird LOTR strangeness watch this video for what Marshall was talking about historicity of Middle Earth. Watch for us in coming weeks On iTunes and Google Play. Bakshi LOTR Forever!!!

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