A podcast about the science fiction novels and stories of Isaac Asimov. Jason Stark, a seasoned reader of Asimov's novels, joins Stephanie and Jacob Junker, newcomers to the material, and together they investigate the themes and meanings behind the stories of one the most famous Sci Fi authors of all time. From positronic brains to psychohistory and beyond, join Jason, Stephanie and Jacob as they look for the relevance that these stories have for today, and how they speak to big questions and ideas.
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Friday Aug 21, 2020
Jumpin' Jupiter, It's Greg and Mike! (I, Robot, chapters 2 thru 4)
Friday Aug 21, 2020
Friday Aug 21, 2020
Any good technology needs a lot of troubleshooting before it's ready for the market. In the case of the robots we're discussing, that's where Greg Powell and Mike Donovan enter the picture. In this episode, we discuss this unlikely pair and the robots that they have to deal with. From Speedy to Cutie to Dave, we look at what makes them tick, how and why they break down, and the ways in which Asimov's robots speak to the human condition. We also take a good look at the three laws of robotics and discuss whether or not they are actually realistic.
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Speedy - I assume that Gilbert and Sullivan was the residue of some sort of vocal test. Like the Example Show on YouTube. The religion of the prophet Cutie could be a commentary on multiple aspects of religion, philosophy, and religious philosophy. Incorrect postulates lead to incorrect conclusions. I’m not sure whether religious zealots are like robots, or robots make more effective zealots than humans. And what happens when the station needs replacing? God forbid this incidence becomes public
Sunday Aug 23, 2020
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