Futureverse Podcast

Molly Wood and Ramanan Raghavendran
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Molly and Ramanan chat with cli-fi authors and imagine our climate-changed future www.futureverse.earth

  1. 04/28/2025

    Sam J. Miller: Resilience In Dystopia

    In this episode of Futureverse, Molly Wood and Ramanan Raghavendran sit down with acclaimed author Sam J. Miller. They explore themes of dystopia, activism, and the intersection of technology and nature while reflecting on the realities of marginalized communities, the impact of AI governance, and the hopeful resilience of people in the face of adversity.The full transcript is available on the episode page. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.futureverse.earth

    38 min

  2. 02/26/2025

    Naomi Oreskes: Climate Science, Fiction, and the Fight Against Denialism

    In this episode of Futureverse, Molly Wood and Ramanan Raghavendran sit down with acclaimed author and scientist, Naomi Oreskes. They delve into the world of climate communication, from historical turning points to the influence of money and ideology in climate denial. She also shares insights from her books and discusses the hurdles of addressing capitalism in the climate conversation and the power of fiction in tackling climate issues and the urgent need for effective science communication. The full transcript is available on the episode page. This episode is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.futureverse.earth

    40 min

  3. 10/24/2024

    Jeff VanderMeer: Absolution — Return of the Southern Reach

    In this episode of Futureverse, Molly Wood and Ramanan Raghavendran interview author Jeff VanderMeer to discuss, among many things, his latest novel, Absolution, the unexpected fourth installment of the Southern Reach series. The conversation explores the tangled web of human-environment relationships and how novels can serve as testing grounds for exploring ecological and psychological ideas. VanderMeer also talks about why he challenges the very terminology of “climate fiction” — he’s quite convincing! The full transcript is available on the episode page. This episode is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.futureverse.earth

    38 min

  4. 08/06/2024

    Stephen Markley: Diving into The Deluge

    In this episode of Futureverse, Molly Wood and Ramanan Raghavendran interview author Stephen Markley to dive deep into his novel, The Deluge. Through a meticulous exploration of a progressively destabilizing world, Markley illustrates the possible futures we might face if we fail to act on climate now. They also discuss the American-centric narrative, climate denialism, surveillance capitalism, and the political dimensions of climate action.  Time stamps and the full transcript are available on the episode page. This episode is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.futureverse.earth

    37 min

  5. 05/13/2024

    Edan Lepucki: Navigating Climate Anxiety Through Fiction

    In this episode of Futureverse, Molly Wood and Ramanan Raghavendran interview Edan Lepucki about her works of climate fiction, including her novel California and her short story "There's No Place Like Home." Their discussion probes the intersections of climate fiction, personal relationships, and societal dynamics in a changing world. From fears of societal regression to the intricacies of world-building, Lepucki shares how climate change informs her narratives, seamlessly weaving environmental concerns into the fabric of her character-driven stories and challenges readers to confront the fragility of progress and the complexity of human nature amidst a backdrop of environmental catastrophes. Time stamps and the full transcript are available on the episode page. This episode is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.futureverse.earth

    36 min

  6. 03/12/2024

    T.C. Boyle: The Nature of Our Future

    In this episode of Futureverse, Molly Wood and Ramanan Raghavendran interview acclaimed author, TC Boyle. The conversation dives into the climatic and biological challenges facing our planet and how they provide both a warning and an invitation to consider the permanence of life amidst human-induced environmental changes.   Time stamps and the full transcript are available on the episode page. This episode is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.futureverse.earth

    32 min

  7. 01/29/2024

    Nathaniel Rich: Navigating the Moral Terrain: Climate Activism, Political Possibilities, and the Literary Landscape

    In the latest episode of Futureverse, Molly Wood and Ramanan Raghavendran interview American novelist and essayist Nathaniel Rich. Listen as they delve into the complexities of climate activism, political challenges, and literary reflections on the environmental crisis through Rich’s climate-inflected fiction and nonfiction works. Discover how literature grapples with the post-natural world, offering narratives that challenge traditional views of wilderness and human impact. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on the urgent need for nuanced storytelling and meaningful policy responses in the face of environmental upheaval. The full transcript is available on the episode page. This episode is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.futureverse.earth

    39 min
  8. Janice Pariat. Nature, Indigenous Perspectives, and Climate Hope

    10/02/2023

    Janice Pariat. Nature, Indigenous Perspectives, and Climate Hope

    In the latest episode of Futureverse, Molly Wood and Ramanan Raghavendran interview poet and author Janice Pariat. They chat about her latest novel, "Everything the Light Touches," and how her passion for nature and the environment has influenced her writing. Pariat reflects on the power of storytelling and hope in addressing climate change and emphasizes the importance of love, care, and taking a long-term approach in tackling the ecological crisis. The full transcript is available on the episode page. This episode is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.futureverse.earth

    47 min
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Molly and Ramanan chat with cli-fi authors and imagine our climate-changed future www.futureverse.earth

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  • Creator
    Molly Wood and Ramanan Raghavendran
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Molly Wood and Ramanan Raghavendran
  • Show Website
    Futureverse Podcast

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