Episodes

  • Born Again-Alfred Lawson

    Born Again-Alfred Lawson
    Aug 24 2026
    Dive into the imaginative world of Mack Reynolds, one of my favorite science fiction authors, with five captivating early stories. In Medal of Honor, explore the psyche of a man who operates above the law‚Aîwhat happens when a self-centered drunk grapples with his unique moral code? Potential Enemy sheds light on the troubling influence of fear and paranoia on the human mind. In Happy Ending, we venture to a distant future where the last solar system-wide dictator has been vanquished‚Aîwhat will his fate be? This tale probes the depths of mental megalomania and its repercussions, leaving us questioning the true nature of a happy ending. A Gun For Hire takes a poignant yet humorous look at the life of hired guns, revealing the emotional toll of their profession. Finally, the collection wraps up with a laugh in a story set in Tangiers, teasing the idea of UFOs and challenging our perceptions of what is possible. Join me for this eclectic mix of thought-provoking narratives! - Summary by Phil Chenevert
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    7 hrs and 47 mins
  • Short Science Fiction Collection 096-Various

    Short Science Fiction Collection 096-Various
    Aug 23 2026
    Dive into the imaginative world of Mack Reynolds, one of my favorite science fiction authors, with five captivating early stories. In Medal of Honor, explore the psyche of a man who operates above the law‚Aîwhat happens when a self-centered drunk grapples with his unique moral code? Potential Enemy sheds light on the troubling influence of fear and paranoia on the human mind. In Happy Ending, we venture to a distant future where the last solar system-wide dictator has been vanquished‚Aîwhat will his fate be? This tale probes the depths of mental megalomania and its repercussions, leaving us questioning the true nature of a happy ending. A Gun For Hire takes a poignant yet humorous look at the life of hired guns, revealing the emotional toll of their profession. Finally, the collection wraps up with a laugh in a story set in Tangiers, teasing the idea of UFOs and challenging our perceptions of what is possible. Join me for this eclectic mix of thought-provoking narratives! - Summary by Phil Chenevert
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    4 hrs and 21 mins
  • Convivio-Dante Alighieri

    Convivio-Dante Alighieri
    Aug 22 2026
    Dive into the imaginative world of Mack Reynolds, one of my favorite science fiction authors, with five captivating early stories. In Medal of Honor, explore the psyche of a man who operates above the law‚Aîwhat happens when a self-centered drunk grapples with his unique moral code? Potential Enemy sheds light on the troubling influence of fear and paranoia on the human mind. In Happy Ending, we venture to a distant future where the last solar system-wide dictator has been vanquished‚Aîwhat will his fate be? This tale probes the depths of mental megalomania and its repercussions, leaving us questioning the true nature of a happy ending. A Gun For Hire takes a poignant yet humorous look at the life of hired guns, revealing the emotional toll of their profession. Finally, the collection wraps up with a laugh in a story set in Tangiers, teasing the idea of UFOs and challenging our perceptions of what is possible. Join me for this eclectic mix of thought-provoking narratives! - Summary by Phil Chenevert
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    9 hrs and 16 mins
  • Story of My Boyhood and Youth-John Muir

    Story of My Boyhood and Youth-John Muir
    Aug 21 2026
    Dive into the imaginative world of Mack Reynolds, one of my favorite science fiction authors, with five captivating early stories. In Medal of Honor, explore the psyche of a man who operates above the law‚Aîwhat happens when a self-centered drunk grapples with his unique moral code? Potential Enemy sheds light on the troubling influence of fear and paranoia on the human mind. In Happy Ending, we venture to a distant future where the last solar system-wide dictator has been vanquished‚Aîwhat will his fate be? This tale probes the depths of mental megalomania and its repercussions, leaving us questioning the true nature of a happy ending. A Gun For Hire takes a poignant yet humorous look at the life of hired guns, revealing the emotional toll of their profession. Finally, the collection wraps up with a laugh in a story set in Tangiers, teasing the idea of UFOs and challenging our perceptions of what is possible. Join me for this eclectic mix of thought-provoking narratives! - Summary by Phil Chenevert
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    5 hrs and 26 mins
  • Man of Many Minds-Edward Everett Evans

    Man of Many Minds-Edward Everett Evans
    Aug 20 2026
    Dive into the imaginative world of Mack Reynolds, one of my favorite science fiction authors, with five captivating early stories. In Medal of Honor, explore the psyche of a man who operates above the law‚Aîwhat happens when a self-centered drunk grapples with his unique moral code? Potential Enemy sheds light on the troubling influence of fear and paranoia on the human mind. In Happy Ending, we venture to a distant future where the last solar system-wide dictator has been vanquished‚Aîwhat will his fate be? This tale probes the depths of mental megalomania and its repercussions, leaving us questioning the true nature of a happy ending. A Gun For Hire takes a poignant yet humorous look at the life of hired guns, revealing the emotional toll of their profession. Finally, the collection wraps up with a laugh in a story set in Tangiers, teasing the idea of UFOs and challenging our perceptions of what is possible. Join me for this eclectic mix of thought-provoking narratives! - Summary by Phil Chenevert
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    7 hrs and 13 mins
  • Romance of Polar Exploration-G. Firth Scott

    Romance of Polar Exploration-G. Firth Scott
    Aug 19 2026
    Dive into the imaginative world of Mack Reynolds, one of my favorite science fiction authors, with five captivating early stories. In Medal of Honor, explore the psyche of a man who operates above the law‚Aîwhat happens when a self-centered drunk grapples with his unique moral code? Potential Enemy sheds light on the troubling influence of fear and paranoia on the human mind. In Happy Ending, we venture to a distant future where the last solar system-wide dictator has been vanquished‚Aîwhat will his fate be? This tale probes the depths of mental megalomania and its repercussions, leaving us questioning the true nature of a happy ending. A Gun For Hire takes a poignant yet humorous look at the life of hired guns, revealing the emotional toll of their profession. Finally, the collection wraps up with a laugh in a story set in Tangiers, teasing the idea of UFOs and challenging our perceptions of what is possible. Join me for this eclectic mix of thought-provoking narratives! - Summary by Phil Chenevert
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    8 hrs and 37 mins
  • Human Nature and Conduct - Part 4, Conclusion-John Dewey

    Human Nature and Conduct - Part 4, Conclusion-John Dewey
    Aug 18 2026
    Dive into the imaginative world of Mack Reynolds, one of my favorite science fiction authors, with five captivating early stories. In Medal of Honor, explore the psyche of a man who operates above the law‚Aîwhat happens when a self-centered drunk grapples with his unique moral code? Potential Enemy sheds light on the troubling influence of fear and paranoia on the human mind. In Happy Ending, we venture to a distant future where the last solar system-wide dictator has been vanquished‚Aîwhat will his fate be? This tale probes the depths of mental megalomania and its repercussions, leaving us questioning the true nature of a happy ending. A Gun For Hire takes a poignant yet humorous look at the life of hired guns, revealing the emotional toll of their profession. Finally, the collection wraps up with a laugh in a story set in Tangiers, teasing the idea of UFOs and challenging our perceptions of what is possible. Join me for this eclectic mix of thought-provoking narratives! - Summary by Phil Chenevert
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    1 hr and 51 mins
  • Night of the Long Knives-Fritz Leiber

    Night of the Long Knives-Fritz Leiber
    Aug 17 2026
    Dive into the imaginative world of Mack Reynolds, one of my favorite science fiction authors, with five captivating early stories. In Medal of Honor, explore the psyche of a man who operates above the law‚Aîwhat happens when a self-centered drunk grapples with his unique moral code? Potential Enemy sheds light on the troubling influence of fear and paranoia on the human mind. In Happy Ending, we venture to a distant future where the last solar system-wide dictator has been vanquished‚Aîwhat will his fate be? This tale probes the depths of mental megalomania and its repercussions, leaving us questioning the true nature of a happy ending. A Gun For Hire takes a poignant yet humorous look at the life of hired guns, revealing the emotional toll of their profession. Finally, the collection wraps up with a laugh in a story set in Tangiers, teasing the idea of UFOs and challenging our perceptions of what is possible. Join me for this eclectic mix of thought-provoking narratives! - Summary by Phil Chenevert

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
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    3 hrs and 20 mins