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Alternate Futures Podcast

Fun, interesting, unusual, and always thought-provoking, The Alternate Futures podcast features interviews with indie science fiction creators where we discuss their work, the world, and anything in-between.

  1. 53. Becoming Glitch - Daniel Sayre

    12 JUL

    53. Becoming Glitch - Daniel Sayre

    The superhero genre is alive and well in Becoming Glitch. Daniel Sayre and I chat about his take on this diverse genre in relation to his debut novel Becoming Glitch. We also discuss running obstacle courses, the challenges of marketing, and moral boundaries as explored by stories about superhumans. As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss: Becoming Glitch Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at ⁠⁠⁠AlternateFutures.co.uk⁠⁠⁠ If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠alternatefuturespodcast.wordpress.com⁠⁠⁠ Finally, you can follow my articles on science fiction, socio-technological issues, and futurism at alternatefutures.substack.com

    1h 21m
  2. 52. Kickstarter for Authors: Gunn Files - M.G. Herron

    28 JUN

    52. Kickstarter for Authors: Gunn Files - M.G. Herron

    Matt and I discuss the relaunch of his Gunn Files series and how he's using Kickstarter to fund the project: ⁠⁠The Gunn Files Kickstarter For authors, we delve into many of the nuances of running a Kickstarter campaign including how to decide on tiers and choosing your target. If you're a fan of Men In Black-type stories, or the Dresden Files, why not check out his kickstarter? As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss: The Gunn Files Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at ⁠⁠⁠AlternateFutures.co.uk⁠⁠⁠ If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠alternatefuturespodcast.wordpress.com⁠⁠⁠ Finally, you can follow my articles on science fiction, socio-technological issues, and futurism at ⁠alternatefutures.substack.com

    56 min
  3. 51. Shattered Time - Christopher Coates

    21 JUN

    51. Shattered Time - Christopher Coates

    Chris and I discuss his latest book, "Shattered Time", which explores the consequences of time travel and trying to do good without understanding the complexity of the system you're working in. We also delve into the potential of artificial intelligence in writing and publishing processes, and its impact on the scientific and historical fields. As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss: Shattered Time Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at ⁠⁠AlternateFutures.co.uk⁠⁠ If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at ⁠⁠alternatefuturespodcast.wordpress.com⁠⁠ Finally, you can follow my articles on science fiction, socio-technological issues, and futurism at alternatefutures.substack.com

    1h 7m
  4. 50. Jessie Kwak - Imaginary Worlds, Cybernetic Implants, and Space Heists

    22 MAR

    50. Jessie Kwak - Imaginary Worlds, Cybernetic Implants, and Space Heists

    In this episode, I chat with Jessie Kwak about imaginary worlds, cybernetic implants, and heist stories in space. We also discuss the inspiration of Scottish castles, hosting your own authors' summit, and the experience of being shot. As usual, there's also The Big Questions. Books of hers we discuss are: The Bulari Saga, The Nanshe Chronicles, Crooked Anthology. Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at ⁠⁠AlternateFutures.co.uk⁠⁠ If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at ⁠⁠alternatefuturespodcast.wordpress.com⁠⁠ Finally, you can follow my articles on science fiction, socio-technological issues, and futurism at ⁠⁠alternatefutures.substack.com

    1h 23m
  5. Episode 49: Greg Dragon - Studying Martial Arts, Piers Anthony, and a Spacefaring Future for Humanity

    16 FEB

    Episode 49: Greg Dragon - Studying Martial Arts, Piers Anthony, and a Spacefaring Future for Humanity

    In this episode, I chat with Greg Dragon about studying martial arts, being inspired by Piers Anthony, and a spacefaring future for humanity. We also discuss transitional periods in history, the beauty and wonder of the original Star Wars Galaxies MMORG, brain implants, and the increasing need for personal responsibility in an ever more complex world. As usual, there's also The Big Questions. Books of his we discuss are: Lady Hellgate series, Wired for Love series, The Synth Crisis series, Neon Eclipse series, The Factory, Crooked Anthology. Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at ⁠AlternateFutures.co.uk⁠ If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at ⁠alternatefuturespodcast.wordpress.com⁠ Finally, you can follow my articles on science fiction, socio-technological issues, and futurism at ⁠alternatefutures.substack.com

    1h 48m
  6. Episode 48: Clayton Rumley - Game Development, Star Trek, and Envisioning Pre-recorded History

    15/09/2023

    Episode 48: Clayton Rumley - Game Development, Star Trek, and Envisioning Pre-recorded History

    In this episode, I chat with Clayton Rumley about game development, his interest in Star Trek, and considerations when writing about pre-recorded human history. We also chat about being a cemetary groudskeeper, time travel, and generation ships. As usual, there's also The Lightning Round and The Big Questions. Books of his we discuss are: Holocene. Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at AlternateFutures.co.uk If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at alternatefuturespodcast.wordpress.com Finally, you can follow my articles on science fiction, socio-technological issues, and futurism at alternatefutures.substack.com

    1h 33m
  7. Episode 47: Sophie McKeand (Part 2) - CopyLeft Publishing, Generative AI, and the Importance of Poetic Vision to Society

    25/08/2023

    Episode 47: Sophie McKeand (Part 2) - CopyLeft Publishing, Generative AI, and the Importance of Poetic Vision to Society

    In the conclusion to the 2-part interview with Sophie McKeand we chat about CopyLeft publishing, the use of generative AI in the creative fields, and the importance of the poetic mind. We also discuss generational acceptance of AI, generative AI as a window into the human mind, and what should be considered in a test for self-awareness. There are also The Lightning Round and The Big Questions. Books of hers we discuss are: The MthR trilogy. Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at AlternateFutures.co.uk If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at alternatefuturespodcast.wordpress.com Finally, you can follow my articles on science fiction, socio-technological issues, and futurism at alternatefutures.substack.com

    1h 4m
  8. Episode 46: Sophie McKeand - Living Out of a Van, the Social Schizm of 2016, and Sensitivity Editors

    11/08/2023

    Episode 46: Sophie McKeand - Living Out of a Van, the Social Schizm of 2016, and Sensitivity Editors

    In this episode (Part 1 of 2), I chat with Sophie McKeand about moving into a van, her thoughts on the UK schizm of 2016 (i.e. Brexit), and writing with sensitivity. We also discuss the dangers of catastrophizing, the necessity of social and personal honesty, and the importance of storytelling. The Lightning Round and The Big Questions are in Part 2 (episode 47). Books of hers we discuss are: The MthR trilogy. Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at AlternateFutures.co.uk If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at alternatefuturespodcast.wordpress.com Finally, you can follow my articles on science fiction, socio-technological issues, and futurism at alternatefutures.substack.com

    1h 7m
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Fun, interesting, unusual, and always thought-provoking, The Alternate Futures podcast features interviews with indie science fiction creators where we discuss their work, the world, and anything in-between.

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  • Creator
    Alternate Futures
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Alternate Futures
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    Alternate Futures

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