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The Difference Between Science Fiction and Speculative Fiction
24:37 - 30:34 (05:57)
The podcast covers the different semantics of science fiction on other planets with creatures never seen before, versus speculative fiction where you take something that exists and take it a few steps out. It also discusses how the gift can be used to differentiate the world of commerce from the world of arts for people entering the arts.
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This podcast explores the intersection between art and commerce, arguing that while inspiration may be a gift, artists must ultimately navigate the commercial sphere to bring their work to audiences.
24:37 - 27:38 (03:01)
Summary
This podcast explores the intersection between art and commerce, arguing that while inspiration may be a gift, artists must ultimately navigate the commercial sphere to bring their work to audiences.
ChapterThe Difference Between Science Fiction and Speculative Fiction
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PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker discusses the difficulty of writing science fiction and creating dragons in a story.
27:38 - 30:34 (02:55)
Summary
The speaker discusses the difficulty of writing science fiction and creating dragons in a story. He also mentions the unique qualities of dragons in the Chinese tradition and how author Ursula K. Le Guin has expertly portrayed them in her work.