Oct 17th 2025
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Stacey's Book Club #20 - A Memory Called Empire
Symbionts, Space Diplomacy, and the Psychology of Immortality
Join Stacey Higginbotham, Leo Laporte, and Club TWiT members for another engaging edition of Stacey’s Book Club! In this episode, the group dives deep into "A Memory Called Empire" by Arkady Martine, exploring its fascinating world-building, linguistic nuances, and thought-provoking takes on culture, diplomacy, and identity. Listeners share their thoughts on the imaginative imago technology, the challenges of pronouncing character names, and the book’s blend of mystery and political intrigue. The panel also compares the novel to sci-fi favorites like Star Trek and The Expanse, discusses cultural assimilation, and considers how science fiction reflects contemporary society. Stick around to hear the crew nominate and debate the next great sci-fi read for the club. Whether you’ve read the book or just want some smart, fun conversation about speculative fiction, you’ll love this episode!
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