Originally recorded June 27, 2023Content Warning for descriptions and discussions regarding sexual assault after the break.Apologies for the rough audio. These files have been through the virtual wringer over the months. From Romulus and Remus to Washington epically crossing the Delaware River, empires and nations throughout history have used stories of their founding to be the bedrock of their society, Many are fabrications, others leave out critical details, and more have an uglier side. Geoffrey Landis takes us to the Martian penal colony, and how the few survivors murdered and pillaged their way into building a home on the red planet. Recommendations:Akira by Katsuhiro OtomoMad Max: Fury Road directed by George MillerNext Episode: 1974’s “Those Who Walk Away From Omelas” by Ursula K. Le GuinSupport Us on Ko-fiFollow us on TwitterThis podcast is not affiliated with the Hugo Awards or Worldcon. Music provided by HookSounds.com and Pixabay.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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