Andrew is very excited that his first science fiction book The Grendel’s Shadow is released. Brian favorably compares the human race to ants and wonders aloud if we will survive an unknowable cosmic disaster. After having his curiosity piqued by an email from a French listener, Andrew explains what life will be like in a post-Singularity economy where no one wants for anything. Justin calls one of his favorite authors “full of butts” during a conversation about overpopulation. BONUS: Listen to the end of the podcast for an audio presentation of the prologue and first chapter from Andrew’s new ebook The Grendel’s Shadow. Then buy it for only.99 at Amazon.com by clicking the image below! Try out the brand new PODCASTR player, featuring wireless syncing between desktop browsers and iOS devices, by clicking on the image: Sponsored by: Rick Foster’s Tumblr Digital Genius from Willtech IndieAisle.com Picks: Brian- • Snow Crash • The Diamond Age Justin- • Welcome To The Monkeyhouse Andrew- • Big Trouble In Little China