
Classic SF with Andy Johnson
Exploring classic science fiction, with a focus on the 1950s to the 1990s.
Podcasting since 2020 • 163 episodes
Classic SF with Andy Johnson
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#163 Mind of the ocean: The Jonah Kit (1975) by Ian Watson
Back in episode 131, we looked at The Embedding, Ian Watson's startling debut novel published in 1973. Watson was soon to ascend to new heights, winning the BSFA Award for Best Novel for his second effort, 1975's The Jonah Kit
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Episode 163
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7:58

#162 The back of beyond: Way Station (1963) by Clifford D. Simak
The backwoods of Wisconsin may not seem like the likeliest place for humanity's future in the stars to be decided, but only outside of a Clifford D. Simak story. Wisconsin was his preferred setting, particularly the woodsy Wisconsin of his yout...
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Episode 162
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8:11

#161 Cognitive shock: five concepts to enhance your science fiction reading
Rather than looking at a specific work of classic SF, this episode takes a wider view. It's my personal introduction to five concepts which I think can help enhance your science fiction reading, to boost your understanding and appreciati...
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Episode 161
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15:45

#160 Illusion, USA: Time Out of Joint (1959) by Philip K. Dick
Science fiction icon Philip K. Dick is such a well known figure now - over 40 years after his death - that it is possible to lose sight of the struggles he faced in his career. Back in the 1950s, he longed to break into the mainstream fiction m...
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Episode 160
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7:49

#159 Built-in obedience: Nekropolis (2001) by Maureen F. McHugh
Science fiction has seen many audacious heroes who use their wit and guile to overthrow dictatorships, bring the truth to light, and save the world. While this kind of wish fulfilment has its place, so too do stories in which protagonists know ...
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Episode 159
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