Reviewing the Hugo Short Stories (episode 55)

Reviewing the Hugo Short Stories (episode 55)

Author: Phil Nichols June 12, 2025 Duration: 1:04:26

Every year, we review the short stories shortlisted for the famous Hugo Awards. It's our way of keep abreast of trends in the field of science fiction without having to read a ton of longer works!


All of the shortlisted stories are available online for free - for links to all of them, checkout the shownotes:

https://101sf.blogspot.com/2025/06/reviewing-hugo-short-stories-episode-55.html

So why not take a look at the stories for yourself, and see if you agree with Colin's and Phil's assessment?

Also in the episode we have our usual features: a quiz (about SF movies), and our recommendations of past/present/future science fiction.


Ever wondered how the robots of Isaac Asimov connect to the androids of today's TV shows, or what golden age pulp magazines can tell us about our current fascination with Mars? That's the kind of conversation you'll find on Science Fiction 101. Hosted by Phil Nichols and Colin Kuskie, this podcast digs into the genre's vast landscape, treating science fiction as a continuous conversation across decades. They move seamlessly from discussing a classic novel to analyzing a new film, all through their unique lens of past, present, and future. You'll hear deep dives into books, films, and television, where a topic like artificial intelligence might be explored through the work of Philip K. Dick one week and a modern streaming series the next. Phil, known for his work on Bradburymedia and other genre projects, and Colin, from the Take Me To Your Reader podcast, bring a genuine, conversational enthusiasm to every episode. It feels less like a lecture and more like joining two well-read friends who are eager to connect the dots across the entire spectrum of speculative fiction. For anyone who loves seeing how the old foundations shape the new frontiers, this is a thoughtful and engaging journey through the stories that imagine our world and all its possible tomorrows. Tune in to find your next favorite read or to finally understand why that classic story still matters.
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