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Peter Dingus Interview | The End of the World Explained | Author Conversations with Chris Dabbs
In this episode of Author Conversations with Chris Dabbs, Author Peter Dingus, PhD, joins broadcaster Chris Dabbs to discuss his science fiction novella The End of the World and the deeper ideas behind his work.
They explore the ideas behind the story, the inspiration for the book and how Peter approaches big, existential themes through fiction.
This is a conversation about storytelling at scale — and what it means to imagine the end of everything.
Before becoming a novelist, Peter Dingus worked in physics and engineering with organisations including École Polytechnique in Paris, CERN in Geneva and Lockheed. That scientific background shapes the way he approaches storytelling — blending real science, deep time and philosophical questions about humanity’s future.
In this conversation we explore:
• The ideas behind The End of the World
• How physics influences science fiction writing
• Why civilisation itself may be humanity’s greatest challenge
• The relationship between science and imagination
• What science fiction can teach us about our future
This long-form interview explores the thinking behind Peter Dingus’ writing and the questions that drive his work.
Watch the full video interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/we0FhgZKe1M
00:00 Introduction
01:10 Peter Dingus background
05:40 From physics to fiction
12:15 Writing The End of the World
20:30 Science and storytelling
32:00 Civilisation and survival
44:20 Humanity’s future
54:30 Advice for writers
59:00 Closing thoughts
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/author-conversations-with-chris-dabbs--6905413/support.
Every book has a story beyond its pages.
In Author Conversations, broadcast journalist, presenter and newsreader Chris Dabbs sits down with the writers behind some of today’s most fascinating books to uncover the research, experiences and ideas that never made it onto the printed page.
Featuring bestselling and emerging authors from around the world, each episode goes beyond the blurb to explore the real stories behind the writing.
From untold historical discoveries and groundbreaking scientific research to personal journeys, business insights, faith, true crime and the human experience, every conversation is designed to inform, challenge and inspire.
Drawing on more than two decades of professional interviewing across radio, television and digital journalism,
Chris creates thoughtful, in-depth conversations that give authors the time and space to tell the stories that matter most.
Whether you’re searching for your next great read, fascinated by the creative process or simply enjoy intelligent, long-form conversations, Author Conversations offers a unique opportunity to discover the people, ideas and experiences behind remarkable books.
Real authors. Real stories. Real conversations.
They explore the ideas behind the story, the inspiration for the book and how Peter approaches big, existential themes through fiction.
This is a conversation about storytelling at scale — and what it means to imagine the end of everything.
Before becoming a novelist, Peter Dingus worked in physics and engineering with organisations including École Polytechnique in Paris, CERN in Geneva and Lockheed. That scientific background shapes the way he approaches storytelling — blending real science, deep time and philosophical questions about humanity’s future.
In this conversation we explore:
• The ideas behind The End of the World
• How physics influences science fiction writing
• Why civilisation itself may be humanity’s greatest challenge
• The relationship between science and imagination
• What science fiction can teach us about our future
This long-form interview explores the thinking behind Peter Dingus’ writing and the questions that drive his work.
Watch the full video interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/we0FhgZKe1M
00:00 Introduction
01:10 Peter Dingus background
05:40 From physics to fiction
12:15 Writing The End of the World
20:30 Science and storytelling
32:00 Civilisation and survival
44:20 Humanity’s future
54:30 Advice for writers
59:00 Closing thoughts
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/author-conversations-with-chris-dabbs--6905413/support.
Every book has a story beyond its pages.
In Author Conversations, broadcast journalist, presenter and newsreader Chris Dabbs sits down with the writers behind some of today’s most fascinating books to uncover the research, experiences and ideas that never made it onto the printed page.
Featuring bestselling and emerging authors from around the world, each episode goes beyond the blurb to explore the real stories behind the writing.
From untold historical discoveries and groundbreaking scientific research to personal journeys, business insights, faith, true crime and the human experience, every conversation is designed to inform, challenge and inspire.
Drawing on more than two decades of professional interviewing across radio, television and digital journalism,
Chris creates thoughtful, in-depth conversations that give authors the time and space to tell the stories that matter most.
Whether you’re searching for your next great read, fascinated by the creative process or simply enjoy intelligent, long-form conversations, Author Conversations offers a unique opportunity to discover the people, ideas and experiences behind remarkable books.
Real authors. Real stories. Real conversations.
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By Chris DabbsIn this episode of Author Conversations with Chris Dabbs, Author Peter Dingus, PhD, joins broadcaster Chris Dabbs to discuss his science fiction novella The End of the World and the deeper ideas behind his work.
They explore the ideas behind the story, the inspiration for the book and how Peter approaches big, existential themes through fiction.
This is a conversation about storytelling at scale — and what it means to imagine the end of everything.
Before becoming a novelist, Peter Dingus worked in physics and engineering with organisations including École Polytechnique in Paris, CERN in Geneva and Lockheed. That scientific background shapes the way he approaches storytelling — blending real science, deep time and philosophical questions about humanity’s future.
In this conversation we explore:
• The ideas behind The End of the World
• How physics influences science fiction writing
• Why civilisation itself may be humanity’s greatest challenge
• The relationship between science and imagination
• What science fiction can teach us about our future
This long-form interview explores the thinking behind Peter Dingus’ writing and the questions that drive his work.
Watch the full video interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/we0FhgZKe1M
00:00 Introduction
01:10 Peter Dingus background
05:40 From physics to fiction
12:15 Writing The End of the World
20:30 Science and storytelling
32:00 Civilisation and survival
44:20 Humanity’s future
54:30 Advice for writers
59:00 Closing thoughts
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/author-conversations-with-chris-dabbs--6905413/support.
Every book has a story beyond its pages.
In Author Conversations, broadcast journalist, presenter and newsreader Chris Dabbs sits down with the writers behind some of today’s most fascinating books to uncover the research, experiences and ideas that never made it onto the printed page.
Featuring bestselling and emerging authors from around the world, each episode goes beyond the blurb to explore the real stories behind the writing.
From untold historical discoveries and groundbreaking scientific research to personal journeys, business insights, faith, true crime and the human experience, every conversation is designed to inform, challenge and inspire.
Drawing on more than two decades of professional interviewing across radio, television and digital journalism,
Chris creates thoughtful, in-depth conversations that give authors the time and space to tell the stories that matter most.
Whether you’re searching for your next great read, fascinated by the creative process or simply enjoy intelligent, long-form conversations, Author Conversations offers a unique opportunity to discover the people, ideas and experiences behind remarkable books.
Real authors. Real stories. Real conversations.
They explore the ideas behind the story, the inspiration for the book and how Peter approaches big, existential themes through fiction.
This is a conversation about storytelling at scale — and what it means to imagine the end of everything.
Before becoming a novelist, Peter Dingus worked in physics and engineering with organisations including École Polytechnique in Paris, CERN in Geneva and Lockheed. That scientific background shapes the way he approaches storytelling — blending real science, deep time and philosophical questions about humanity’s future.
In this conversation we explore:
• The ideas behind The End of the World
• How physics influences science fiction writing
• Why civilisation itself may be humanity’s greatest challenge
• The relationship between science and imagination
• What science fiction can teach us about our future
This long-form interview explores the thinking behind Peter Dingus’ writing and the questions that drive his work.
Watch the full video interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/we0FhgZKe1M
00:00 Introduction
01:10 Peter Dingus background
05:40 From physics to fiction
12:15 Writing The End of the World
20:30 Science and storytelling
32:00 Civilisation and survival
44:20 Humanity’s future
54:30 Advice for writers
59:00 Closing thoughts
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/author-conversations-with-chris-dabbs--6905413/support.
Every book has a story beyond its pages.
In Author Conversations, broadcast journalist, presenter and newsreader Chris Dabbs sits down with the writers behind some of today’s most fascinating books to uncover the research, experiences and ideas that never made it onto the printed page.
Featuring bestselling and emerging authors from around the world, each episode goes beyond the blurb to explore the real stories behind the writing.
From untold historical discoveries and groundbreaking scientific research to personal journeys, business insights, faith, true crime and the human experience, every conversation is designed to inform, challenge and inspire.
Drawing on more than two decades of professional interviewing across radio, television and digital journalism,
Chris creates thoughtful, in-depth conversations that give authors the time and space to tell the stories that matter most.
Whether you’re searching for your next great read, fascinated by the creative process or simply enjoy intelligent, long-form conversations, Author Conversations offers a unique opportunity to discover the people, ideas and experiences behind remarkable books.
Real authors. Real stories. Real conversations.