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<description><![CDATA[Scifi Sidebar is the show where Peter and CC discuss one of their favorite things, Scifi books! They discuss the morals, science, philosophy, and anything else that pops into their stream of consciousness. After they rant for a while about these books, they come back later after researching what real world experts have to say about them! Join them every month as they dive into the rich world of Science Fiction.]]></description>
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<item><title>Episode 52: Abaddon's Gate</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2021 22:52:55 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:36:30</itunes:duration>
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<p>In this episode, we return to the rich world of The Expanse. We discuss such topics as the issue of racism that doesn't involve skin color, the nature of power in a fractured race, and the true crimes of Amazon.</p>
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<item><title>Episode 51: Morningstar</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2021 00:02:14 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:32:50</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>We finally return to complete the original Red Rising Trilogy</itunes:subtitle>
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<p>In this episode, CC and Peter return to one of the the creations of Pierce Brown in Morningstar. In this book we get to see Darrow weighed down by the dreams and fear of his people and he is faced with the decision of what kind of world will be left when his war is done.</p>
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<item><title>Episode 50: A Closed and Common Orbit</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2021 23:50:20 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:16:38</itunes:duration>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>
<p>In this episode, CC and Peter return to the Wayfarer Trilogy with book two, a Closed and Common Orbit. They discuss such topics as institutional bigotry, the nature of AI rights, and how a society could live knowing their neighbors are monsters!</p>
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<item><title>Episode 49: The Last Emperox</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2021 12:15:02 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:16:55</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>A story of scientific oddities, murder, and the end of all things.</itunes:subtitle>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>
<p>In this episode, we cover topics such as Kiva's realization that the extremely wealthy are freeloaders on society, whether or not releasing the Rupture Data would spark a nuclear arms race, and much much more!</p>
<p>Find out more at <a href="https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co" rel="nofollow">https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co</a></p>
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<item><title>Episode 48: Baru Cormorant</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2021 04:34:56 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:05:02</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>The fantasy retelling of A Brave New World</itunes:subtitle>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>
<p>In this episode, we delve into the wild world of Baru from her home Island to the frigid North, all while playing Falcrest's game. We compare the Empire of Masks to notable countries such as Nazi Germany and the United States. Come along with us into the closest fantasy book we've read to A Brave New World.</p>
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<itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
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<item><title>Episode 47: Heaven's River</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2020 03:51:38 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:37:49</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>From Megastructures to AI Philosophy. It's a weird month. Also we're sorry, Dan Alderson.</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/25e24415151d4cba/episode-47-heaven-s-river</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>
<p>In this episode, CC and Peter discuss so many topics they went way over time! What else is new? We discuss topics from Replicative Drift to Megastructures, to AI Philosophy. It's a weird month. Also we're sorry, Dan Alderson.</p>
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<p>Check out our podcasting host, <a href="https://pinecast.com" rel="nofollow">Pinecast</a>. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code <strong>r-e44e04</strong> for 40% off for 4 months, and support Scifi Sidebar.</p>]]></description>
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<item><title>Episode 46: Bladerunner</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2020 04:12:52 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:40:54</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>Two siblings succumb to peer pressure and finally watch Bladerunner</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/bb0b8668cc8b402b/episode-46-bladerunner</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>
<p>In this episode, CC and Peter finally succumb to peer pressure and watch the two Bladerunner feature films! Join them as they discuss such things as the nature of the human soul and how Lt Joshi sees K as her one black friend.</p>
<p>Find out more at <a href="https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co" rel="nofollow">https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co</a></p>
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<itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
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<item><title>Episode 45: A Brave New World</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2020 03:26:30 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:21:45</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>"I have never been more intimidated by a pick"</itunes:subtitle>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>
<p>In this Episode, CC and Peter take on their greatest challenge yet, and fall on their faces in style. Join us as we discuss one of the most discussed books of the modern era, A Brave New World. Don't worry, we try to avoid the racism since we're so unequipped to handle it.</p>
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<item><title>Episode 44: An Absolutely Remarkable Thing etc</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 03:36:08 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:53:40</itunes:duration>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/c1bf7d18a9a5409c/episode-44-an-absolutely-remarkable-thing-etc</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>
<p>In this episode, CC and Peter dive into the fantastic mind of Hank Green in this double feature episode on An Absolutely Remarkable Thing and A Beautifully Foolish Endeavor in this ridiculously long return episode! We talk about everything from the dangers of social media to the division of society aggravated by a lack of shared experiences!\In this episode, CC and Peter dive into the fantastic mind of Hank Green in this double feature episode on An Absolutely Remarkable Thing and A Beautifully Foolish Endeavor in this ridiculously long return episode! We talk about everything from the dangers of social media to the division of society aggravated by a lack of shared experiences!</p>
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<item><title>Episode 43: Old Man's War</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2020 02:17:37 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:28:16</itunes:duration>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/cdee4e61c2ca40a7/episode-43-old-man-s-war</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, we return to one of our favorite authors with one of his early works. We talk about things like the role of digital assistants and AI, the reality of consciousness (yes again), the current and future state of genetic/body modifications, and more!</p>

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<item><title>Episode 42: A Canticle for Leibowitz</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2020 04:38:45 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:36:45</itunes:duration>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/38439d9049654841/episode-42-a-canticle-for-leibowitz</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, we visit the nuclear wasteland of the Abbey of Albertian Order of Leibowitz Monks as they serve their purpose to gather knowledge until mankind is ready for it again. We discuss topics like the cyclical destruction of mankind, the inevitable growth and conflict of man, and a hope for a small few who can rise above the brutality of mankind. It's going to be fun!</p>

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<item><title>Episode 41: Xenocide</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2020 04:04:46 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:51:30</itunes:duration>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/33fd9579f4784ded/episode-41-xenocide</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode we go way over our time while we discuss the nature of the soul, the origins and motivations of free will, and why the Descolada isn't a virus! Join us!</p>

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<item><title>Episode 40: The Emperor's Blades</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2020 03:33:09 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:11:55</itunes:duration>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/898f86b17f654cd6/episode-40-the-emperor-s-blades</link>
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<p>In this episode. we celebrate the second full yeah of Scifi Sidebar! We continue the tradition of high fantasy books and dive into the Chronicle of the Unhewn Throne. </p>

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<item><title>Episode 39: Left Hand of Darkness</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2020 17:00:38 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:04:46</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>Gender roles, patriotism, and a lot of cold.</itunes:subtitle>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, we dive into the place gender roles play in our society and within the world of Winter, oh and some other stuff.</p>

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<item><title>Episode 38 Children of Ruin</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2019 04:34:14 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:18:29</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>Adrian Tchaikovsky is back again for the sequel to Children of Time!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/d19b7869620b45cb/episode-38-children-of-ruin</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, we return to the strange world of Adrian Tchaikovsky's Children of Time with it's popular sequel. We talk about topics like the future of human development, the nature of intelligence, and our 2nd anniversary episode!</p>

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<item><title>Episode 37: The Zombie Extravaganza</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2019 03:16:00 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:22:33</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>Night of the Living Dead, 28 Days Later, and Zombieland!</itunes:subtitle>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, CC and Peter stroll through the ages of zombie horror with Night of the Living Dead, 28 Days Later, and Zombieland! We're both cowards so this should be interesting. </p>

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<item><title>Episode 36: The Terran Privateer</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2019 03:08:35 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:01:08</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>The first book of the Duchy of Terra series.</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/5cab4b68f23d4d8a/episode-36-the-terran-privateer</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, we dive into a much more stereotypical space opera than our previous episodes! We cover all of the sordid details of this fascinating world.\In this episode, we dive into a much more stereotypical space opera than our previous episodes! We cover all of the sordid details of this fascinating world.</p>

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<item><title>Episode 35: Caliban's War</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2019 11:24:10 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:02:59</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>The second book from The Expanse series</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/0f7f1b71df1c43be/episode-35-caliban-s-war</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, we return to the universe of James Corey's universe, The Expansse. We talk about the struggles between the greater good and personal struggles, the origins and purpose of the protomolecule, and more!</p>

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<item><title>Episode 34: Ringworld</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2019 01:04:23 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:24:13</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>Space sex workers, rapey vibes, and good engineers but bad scientists!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/79099b09b9f44365/episode-34-ringworld</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, CC and Peter put the Sidebar in Scifi Sidebar! But seriously they barely talk about the ring at all. What they do talk about are space prostitutes, vintage sleep, and how rapey the 70's were! It's more fun that it sounds!</p>

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<item><title>Episode 33: Consuming Fire</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2019 22:38:50 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:58:57</itunes:duration>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/18c9cc482b5541af/episode-33-consuming-fire</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, CC and Peter revisit one of their favorite book trilogies! In Consuming Fire we delve into the politics of Cardenia's rule and her dealings with the Church.</p>

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<item><title>Episode 32: Sphere</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2019 03:30:10 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:02:40</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>Round aliens*? What's not to love!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/052ed161279c421d/episode-32-sphere</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, CC and Peter continue a time honored tradition of ignoring the plot and talking about whatever they want! Join us as we discuss the nature of aliens in media, and not much else.</p>

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<item><title>Episode 31: Second Foundation and Foundation's Edge</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2019 02:49:04 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:58:06</itunes:duration>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/e9fe4f09130144d8/episode-31-second-foundation-and-foundation-s-edge</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, Peter and CC tackle the Foundation series once again and take on books two and three of the series!</p>

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<item><title>Episode 30: The Muderbot Diaries</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2019 02:50:14 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:03:12</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>A cautionary tale on the risks of sentience</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/66654506d2b649fb/episode-30-the-muderbot-diaries</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, CC and Peter go on a journey of self discovery and mild depression with the little SecUnit that could, Murderbot.</p>

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<item><title>PSA 26 March 2019</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 00:56:06 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:02:59</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>We gonna be late!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/f0571b109b9a49f4/psa-26-march-2019</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>Due to CC's imminent death (mild cold) we're pushing back this episode to April 1st.</p>

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<item><title>Episode 29: A Long Way to a Small Angry Planet</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2019 04:17:33 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:22:50</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>Come enjoy this book with an exceptionally long name by Becky Chambers</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/6484be795614487d/episode-29-a-long-way-to-a-small-angry-planet</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, CC and Peter jump into this instant classic and are immediately swept up in the rich world and engaging characters!vagr</p>

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<item><title>Episode 28: Timeline</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2019 05:38:09 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:15:22</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>We're back with another one by Michael Crichton!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/016ad70449824365/episode-28-timeline</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, Peter and CC fly back in time with Michael Crichton's classic novel, Timeline. This book has it all, knights, violence, quantum "science", and much much more!</p>

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<item><title>Episode 27: Golden Son</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2019 04:04:59 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:24:29</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>Book two of the Red Rising series by Pierce Brown</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/7c6a5039034e4556/episode-27-golden-son</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, CC and Peter dive back into one of their all time favorites, the Red Rising Trilogy. This time they're covering the renowned sequel, Golden Son by Pierce Brown</p>

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<item><title>Episode 26: Interstellar</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jan 2019 14:15:53 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:26:43</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, CC and Peter dive into the 2014 blockbuster, Interstellar! Let's explore the story behind gravity and time dilation!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/f3e5ecf9edbd4921/episode-26-interstellar</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, CC and Peter dive into the 2014 blockbuster, Interstellar! Let's explore the story behind gravity and time dilation!</p>

<p>Support Scifi Sidebar by donating to the tip jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/scifi-sidebar">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/scifi-sidebar</a></p>

<p>Find out more on the <a href="https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co">Scifi Sidebar website</a>.</p>

<p>Check out our podcasting host, <a href="https://pinecast.com">Pinecast</a>. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code <strong>r-e44e04</strong> for 40% off for 4 months, and support Scifi Sidebar.</p>
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<itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
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<item><title>Episode 25 (Bonus): The Name of the Wind</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 12 Jan 2019 14:51:03 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:40:11</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>The fantasy fancast bonus ep!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/42f916300ce74726/episode-25-bonus-the-name-of-the-wind</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>Happy podiversary everyone! For their one year podcast anniversary CC and Peter are doing The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss. "Song of Seven Sorrows" is by Merrigan, merriganmusic.com</p>

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<p>Check out our podcasting host, <a href="https://pinecast.com">Pinecast</a>. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code <strong>r-e44e04</strong> for 40% off for 4 months, and support Scifi Sidebar.</p>
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<itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
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<item><title>Episode 24: The Forever War</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 31 Dec 2018 16:54:13 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:59:41</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, we discuss the Forever War by Joe Haldeman. It is a tale ahead of its time, depicting a seemingly endless war full of hurt and societal pain for all to enjoy, so naturally we laugh about it!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/abaa60ca58634850/episode-24-the-forever-war</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, we discuss the Forever War by Joe Haldeman. It is a tale ahead of its time, depicting a seemingly endless war full of hurt and societal pain for all to enjoy, so naturally we laugh about it!</p>

<p>Support Scifi Sidebar by donating to the tip jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/scifi-sidebar">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/scifi-sidebar</a></p>

<p>Find out more on the <a href="https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co">Scifi Sidebar website</a>.</p>

<p>Check out our podcasting host, <a href="https://pinecast.com">Pinecast</a>. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code <strong>r-e44e04</strong> for 40% off for 4 months, and support Scifi Sidebar.</p>
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<item><title>Episode 23: Doctor Who, A Christmas Carol</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2018 02:38:28 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:00:30</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, CC and Peter talk about the all time cult classic, Doctor Who! We specifically cover the Christmas special, A Christmas Carol. There are scrooges, fairies, angels (sorta), and much much more!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/f5b0d9caadc548c0/episode-23-doctor-who-a-christmas-carol</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>Episode Notes</h1>

<p>In this episode, CC and Peter talk about the all time cult classic, Doctor Who! We specifically cover the Christmas special, A Christmas Carol. There are scrooges, fairies, angels (sorta), and much much more!</p>

<p>Support Scifi Sidebar by donating to the tip jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/scifi-sidebar">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/scifi-sidebar</a></p>

<p>Find out more on the <a href="https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co">Scifi Sidebar website</a>.</p>

<p>Check out our podcasting host, <a href="https://pinecast.com">Pinecast</a>. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code <strong>r-e44e04</strong> for 40% off for 4 months, and support Scifi Sidebar.</p>
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<item><title>Episode 22: Speaker for the Dead</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2018 16:23:52 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:48:27</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, CC and Peter dive back into one of their all time favorite books and OSC's masterpiece. There's incest, murder, trees, and everything else you need to go on an exciting adventure!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/a564b1a7086f48d0/episode-22-speaker-for-the-dead</link>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Sorry for the late post folks! We had an issue with our hosting service and our files size but we’ve dodged, ducked, dipped, dived, and dodged our way to getting this episode online and ready for you, our three fans! In this episode, CC and Peter dive back into one of their all time favorite […]</p>
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<item><title>Episode 21: Hyperion</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2018 00:26:56 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:25:11</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, CC and Peter move forward a century from their last book and cover Hyperion, one of the giants of the Scifi world. This epic paints a future full of equal measures hope and despair.</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/3ba272114a404ace/episode-21-hyperion</link>
<description><![CDATA[In this episode, CC and Peter move forward a century from their last book and cover Hyperion, one of the giants of the Scifi world. This epic paints a future full of equal measures hope and despair.]]></description>
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<item><title>Episode 20: A Modern Prometheus (Frankenstein)</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2018 03:39:44 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:07:22</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In their 20th episode, CC and Peter discuss the spookiest and first real piece of Scifi, Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Victor Frankenstein is a man who created a monster and tried to hide from his choices. Join the sibling team while they dive in to di...</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/66f14faaed494a45/episode-20-a-modern-prometheus-frankenstein-</link>
<description><![CDATA[In their 20th episode, CC and Peter discuss the spookiest and first real piece of Scifi, Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Victor Frankenstein is a man who created a monster and tried to hide from his choices. Join the sibling team while they dive in to discover what made Victor and his creature tick!]]></description>
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<item><title>Episode 19: Pilot X</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2018 02:07:24 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:10:00</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, join your favorite siblings as they discuss another fantastic book! Pilot X is their first foray into fanfiction, just kidding (not really). With time travel, Russian slugs, and emotional robots, this book has it all!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/e58628b7970c4fad/episode-19-pilot-x</link>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Let me just apologize for the late episode! We had some issues with busted software that had to be replaced. In this episode, join your favorite siblings as they discuss another fantastic book! Pilot X is their first foray into fanfiction, just kidding (not really). With time travel, Russian slugs, and emotional robots, this book […]</p>
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<item><title>Episode 18: Halo, The Fall of Reach</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2018 03:30:11 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:10:25</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, join CC and Peter as they discuss the rich and diverse universe of Halo! Yes it is a video game series, it is also a number of novels, a movie, and several animated shorts! The story that all of these mediums tell has captivated our ho...</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/c595ff0106ae4f08/episode-18-halo-the-fall-of-reach</link>
<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, join CC and Peter as they discuss the rich and diverse universe of Halo! Yes it is a video game series, it is also a number of novels, a movie, and several animated shorts! The story that all of these mediums tell has captivated our hosts for their moral questions, interesting social […]</p>
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<item><title>Episode 17: Collapsing Empire</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 2018 02:03:10 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:58:20</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, CC and Peter journey into one of the newest and best products of the modern scifi legend, John Scalzi. Collapsing Empire is the tale of an interstellar empire held together by the common bonds of interdependent trading guilds.</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/46026cd846e24e24/episode-17-collapsing-empire</link>
<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, CC and Peter journey into one of the newest and best products of the modern scifi legend, John Scalzi. Collapsing Empire is the tale of an interstellar empire held together by the common bonds of interdependent trading guilds. The one bond connecting all of humanity is The Flow. Peter and CC discuss […]</p>
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<item><title>Episode 16: Foundation and Empire</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2018 03:52:57 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:57:50</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, Peter and CC will discuss the second book in the famous Foundation series by Isaac Asimov, Foundation and Empire. Here we discuss the dying gasps of the First Empire and the unique aberration known as the Mule!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/fbb1891de34143ea/episode-16-foundation-and-empire</link>
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<item><title>Episode 15: Foundation</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 2018 00:06:42 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:48:49</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, Peter and CC dive into the all-time Science Fiction classic from the legend of the genre, Isaac Asimov! We talk about things like the interesting gender roles, the outdated philosophy, and the impending doom of America!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/83b582959ff54bbb/episode-15-foundation</link>
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<item><title>Episode 14: Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Aug 2018 04:53:11 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:05:08</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, CC and Peter dive into the blockbuster thriller, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. They talk about pressing issues like the roles of the Senate in the world stage, the moral lines of Hammond, the surprising sense of Dr. Wu,</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/a2cfc120700c4464/episode-14-jurassic-world-fallen-kingdom</link>
<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, CC and Peter dive into the blockbuster thriller, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. They talk about pressing issues like the roles of the Senate in the world stage, the moral lines of Hammond, the surprising sense of Dr. Wu, and how studly Chris Pratt as Owen is! Join us in two weeks for […]</p>
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<item><title>Episode 13: Dune</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Aug 2018 02:31:04 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:14:42</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, CC and Peter dive into an all time classic, Dune. Here we pursue conversations about the meaning of prophecy in Scifi and Fantasy, the sexist nature of the two greatest powers in the book, and so much more!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/b2b153e9b8674b8e/episode-13-dune</link>
<description><![CDATA[In this episode, CC and Peter dive into an all time classic, Dune. Here we pursue conversations about the meaning of prophecy in Scifi and Fantasy, the sexist nature of the two greatest powers in the book, and so much more! Join us as we explore the sands of Arrakis and delve into its mysteries!]]></description>
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<item><title>Episode 12: 2001: A Space Odyssey</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jul 2018 13:00:10 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:20:49</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, Peter and Cc dive into an old school classic, 2001: A Space Odyssey. We discuss the amazing production quality and effects. We tackle fun questions like is Hal alive? Does he have feelings?</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/438a5175738d4b72/episode-12-2001-a-space-odyssey</link>
<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Peter and Cc dive into an old school classic, 2001: A Space Odyssey. We discuss the amazing production quality and effects. We tackle fun questions like is Hal alive? Does he have feelings? What the hell does the ending have to do with anything? Why is Dave’s chin so chiseled? And so […]</p>
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<item><title>Episode 11: The Singularity Trap</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2018 03:35:12 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:05:48</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, Peter and CC discuss the newest release by the author that brought us the Bobiverse, Dennis E. Taylor, The Singularity Trap! This Book has everything a Scifi fan could want, a rich story, a charming and intelligent hero,</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/b7e6ede6926e48ad/episode-11-the-singularity-trap</link>
<description><![CDATA[<p>In this, technically on time, episode, Peter and CC discuss the newest release by the author that brought us the Bobiverse, Dennis E. Taylor, The Singularity Trap! This Book has everything a Scifi fan could want, a rich story, a charming and intelligent hero, a vague and poorly defined existential threat, and government infighting! This […]</p>
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<item><title>Episode 10: The Andromeda Strain</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2018 02:02:47 -0000</pubDate>

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<itunes:subtitle>Join CC and Peter in rediscovering the scifi classic The Andromeda Strain! The Michael Crichton debut brings chilling twists, memorable microbes and giant, ancient computers. Dive into 40-year-old scifi and discover that it still packs a punch!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/bc0d7e5cf3974217/episode-10-the-andromeda-strain</link>
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<item><title>Episode 9: Leviathan Wakes</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2018 17:29:50 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:03:39</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode CC and Peter go over the book that inspired the TV series The Expanse. This book has intrigue, horror, political maneuvering and much more.</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/f2f03a70f510431d/episode-9-leviathan-wakes</link>
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<item><title>Episode 8: Red Rising</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 May 2018 03:58:37 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:09:44</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this (belated) episode, join Peter and CC as they discuss one of their favorite books, Red Rising by Pierce Brown. This book has it all, caste systems, rebellion, love, quirky sidekicks, and much much more!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/0e2e2971915a4b68/episode-8-red-rising</link>
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<item><title>Episode 7: Rendezvous with Rama</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2018 13:00:19 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:01:53</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode CC and Peter go through an all-time classic, Rendezvous with Rama! This book has won numerous honors in the Scifi community and is one of the most famous examples of mid 20th century Scifi. This book follows a crew of adventurers as the...</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/74b4c6602b5e4237/episode-7-rendezvous-with-rama</link>
<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode CC and Peter go through an all-time classic, Rendezvous with Rama! This book has won numerous honors in the Scifi community and is one of the most famous examples of mid 20th century Scifi. This book follows a crew of adventurers as they intercept an object which has come from beyond the […]</p>
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<item><title>Episode 6: Children of Time</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 01:33:49 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:23:10</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode Peter and CC spend an excessive amount of time talking about a fascinating book, Children of Time! We also talk about it forever and this is our longest episode yet! It's also almost kinda Bobiverse Part 3 for a few minutes. Enjoy!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/09c738112a304c25/episode-6-children-of-time</link>
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<item><title>Episode 5.5: The Bobiverse Part 2</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2018 13:00:09 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:55:27</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>Welcome back! Yes, it is another hour of CC and Peter talking about the Bobiverse! Were you sad when we stopped before the Bob hate last time? Well, here it is! Bob hate and much much more this week. Remember our next book is Children of Time!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/a26a4c93f1b245a8/episode-5-5-the-bobiverse-part-2</link>
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<item><title>Episode 5: The Bobiverse Part 1</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Mar 2018 13:00:00 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:06:24</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode. CC and Peter explore the rich and fascinating universe in the Bobiverse Trilogy. They discuss things like the nature of the soul, the potential forms extraterrestrial life may take, and their anxiety over things they did years ago!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/1c17289ed643429f/episode-5-the-bobiverse-part-1</link>
<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode. CC and Peter explore the rich and fascinating universe in the Bobiverse Trilogy. They discuss things like the nature of the soul, the potential forms extraterrestrial life may take, and their anxiety over things they did years ago! Join them on their journey through the first part of this month’s theme.</p>
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<item><title>Episode 4: Annihilation</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Mar 2018 15:35:14 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:59:37</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, Peter and CC discuss a creepy, and utterly fascinating, book, Annihilation, book one of the Southern Reach Trilogy.</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/0ff12993bbe74ba1/episode-4-annihilation</link>
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<item><title>Episode 3.5: Jurassic Park Part 2</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Feb 2018 21:43:24 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:05:21</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Jurassic Park we go over CC's extensive research on the various ways to look at the philosophical mess that is one of Michael Crichton's greatest works!</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/1bf792edd6d74870/episode-3-5-jurassic-park-part-2</link>
<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Jurassic Park we go over CC’s extensive research on the various ways to look at the philosophical mess that is one of Michael Crichton’s greatest works!</p>
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<item><title>Episode 3: Jurassic Park</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2018 13:00:24 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:07:30</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>This month's Scifi Sidebar tells a tale of human folly, pride, greed, and dinosaurs. We talk about the Homer of our time, Michael Crichton! Join us as we discuss one of his greatest works, Jurassic Park.</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/fcc7aa353b864422/episode-3-jurassic-park</link>
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<item><title>Episode 2: The Martian</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jan 2018 19:24:45 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:17:55</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Scifi Sidebar, Peter and Cc explore the ins and outs of The Martian, by Andy Weir. We talk about when Mark should have died, why rescuing him was a poor plotline, and go on and on about the futility of space travel.</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/fc07f12dd8f340c5/episode-2-the-martian</link>
<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Scifi Sidebar, Peter and Cc explore the ins and outs of The Martian, by Andy Weir. We talk about when Mark should have died, why rescuing him was a poor plotline, and go on and on about the futility of space travel. All the topics we know our five listeners enjoy! […]</p>
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<item><title>Episode 1.5: Ender's Game Part 2</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jan 2018 19:18:53 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:46:11</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode, join Peter and Cc when they find out how stupid all of opinions are when Cc summarizes her research for The Martian! SignifyingNothingNetwork.com</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/12b6c2fba42e4c7d/episode-1-5-ender-s-game-part-2</link>
<description><![CDATA[In this episode, join Peter and Cc when they find out how stupid all of opinions are when Cc summarizes her research! Join us for our shout into the void! For citations for the research and more information go to SignifyingNothingNetwork.com/scifisidebar]]></description>
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<item><title>Episode 1: Ender's Game Part 1</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jan 2018 19:12:37 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>01:01:03</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Scifi Sidebar, join Peter and Cc as they both sing the praises of and totally trash one of their all time favorite books (and part of the inspiration for this show), Ender's Game.</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/6a46158f84044eec/episode-1-ender-s-game-part-1</link>
<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Scifi Sidebar, join Peter and Cc as they both sing the praises of and totally trash one of their all time favorite books (and part of the inspiration for this show), Ender’s Game. Skip to the end for a thorough Orson Scott Card bashing. If you’re OSC, don’t worry all good […]</p>
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<item><title>Episode 0.5 What We're All About</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jan 2018 19:07:31 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:02:58</itunes:duration>
<itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Scifi Sidebar, meet Peter and Cc as they explain just kinda, what they're about and what the whole Scifi Sidebar podcast is all about! You can find us at SignifyingNothingNetwork.com/ScifiSidebar</itunes:subtitle>
<link>https://scifi-sidebar.pinecast.co/episode/400d4ed1a34742db/episode-0-5-what-we-re-all-about</link>
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