Original Air Date: 10-12-22
Today, I am talking with Amanda, Deon and Erin. We discuss:
- The new fascist party running Italy and their love of Lord of the Rings
- "The Jay Principle" which has something to do with people liking stories they shouldn't
- How to write progressive stories
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References:
Hobbits and the Hard Right: How Fantasy Inspires Italy’s Potential New Leader
Why liberals love "Downton Abbey" - Salon
Downton Abbey–Why We Love Rich Aristocrats
"50 Fantasy & Science Fiction Works That Socialists Should Read" by China Miéville
Tolkien and race
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