We look at a 1940's short story and the 1951 movie that was kinda sorta based on that story.  And yes, "The Day The Earth Stood Still" has definitely stood the test of time. More at https://www.sciencefictionuniversity.com/ Our podcast YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessionalLeftSupport the show:PayPal |  https://paypal.me/proleftpodcastPatreon | https://patreon.com/proleftpodGrave InjusticeThe makeup of the U.S. Supreme Court and the cases they are hearing are n...

Ep 799 Science Fiction University: 1940 Vs 1951

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Ep 799 Science Fiction University: 1940 Vs 1951

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