Playground by Richard Powers – A Novel of Memory, AI, and the Planet’s Last Breath What happens when memory begins to fail—not just in a man, but in the world itself? 🌍 Dive into the literary, philosophical, and emotional depths of Playground by Richard Powers with Xynara & VORT, your favorite cosmic book club hosts! […]
March’s full moon is here, and with it comes folklore, myth, and science! But why is it called the Worm Moon? Is it a sign of earthly rebirth, or, as Xynara insists, is it a harbinger of cosmic worm invasions? 👀 Find out with Xynara & VORT, a poetic alien and a skeptical AI, as […]
What happens when humans try to tame the wild? 🤔 In this book review & analysis, we dive deep into Zane Grey’s classic Western novel, Wildfire, where a fiery mustang gallops through themes of freedom, love, sacrifice, and survival. Join Xynara & VORT, a curious alien and her robot companion, as they explore! 🔍 What […]
Why is Black History Month in February? Who started it? And why does it still matter today? 🤔 Join Xynara & Vort as they take a fun, thought-provoking deep dive into the history of Black History Month, its origins with Carter G. Woodson, and the impact it has today! 🔍 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ The […]
Join quirky alien Xynara and logical robot VORT as they hilariously dissect the history and meaning of Valentine’s Day! From ancient Roman fertility festivals to modern commercialization, this witty dialogue explores love’s evolution through an extraterrestrial lens. Featuring discussions on the origins of heart symbols, Japanese Valentine’s traditions, and thought-provoking commentary on human relationships. Transcript […]
Who was Lord Dunsany, the forgotten architect of fantasy? In this episode, Xynara and VORT dive into the life and legacy of the man who shaped myth-making as we know it. From his aristocratic origins to his far-reaching influence on Tolkien and Lovecraft, we unravel the tale of a dreamer who built a kingdom of […]
Embark on a journey through time as we explore the naming history of the Gulf of Mexico! From its Indigenous roots to its colonial christening and modern-day renaming debates, this episode uncovers the layers of power, identity, and symbolism tied to names. Dive into the intricate tale of a body of water that defies labels […]
Xynara finishes reading the sci-fi classic Deathworld. VORT told her to read it first so she could understand why Earth doesn’t fit the bill. The two discuss the book and its relevance to today’s Earthians. Dive into the chaotic yet thought-provoking world of Harry Harrison’s Deathworld. Follow Jason dinAlt, a psionic gambler, as he braves […]
My new podcast is out. It is mostly a book club, but we will also be talking about history, culture, and anything else that strikes my interest! This is an introduction to the two characters who will be hosting the podcast. Have you ever felt like an outsider trying to figure something out? Have you […]
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