In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, Andrea and Elizabeth delve into Ursula K. Le Guin's sci-fi classic The Dispossessed. They discuss major themes such as privacy, identity, societal structure, and capitalism vs. socialism, exploring how these themes remain relevant today. They examine how Le Guin's world-building brings new perspectives on familiar societal norms and reflects on how the book made them reconsider aspects of their own lives. 

00:00 The Dispossessed

07:14 Deep Themes

09:36 Meaning of the Title

17:52 Does Money Buy Politeness?

23:21 Words that Stood Out

25:40 Relevant Today?

33:18 Similar Books?

38:17 Elizabeth's Favorite Publication Pages

41:22 Ratings

44:45 Conclusion

The Ursula K. Le Guin Prize for Fiction

https://www.ursulakleguin.com/prize-overview

Freakonomics - Why Does Tipping Still Exist? (Update)

https://freakonomics.com/podcast/why-does-tipping-still-exist-update/ 

Smithsonian - History Behind Shaving in the United States

https://www.si.edu/spotlight/health-hygiene-and-beauty/hair-removal 

What is Arcosanti?

https://www.arcosanti.org/history/