When the world you know is out of reach, nothing is more welcome than a measurable reminder that it still exists.

Explore distant planets, and moral quandaries, this week in book club for "To Be Taught, If Fortunate" by Becky Chambers. It's a futuristic space adventure, with lots of weird science, amazing planets, and a thoughtful, philosophical heart.

Episode references

• Lisa Nip's research: https://www.media.mit.edu/projects/limitations-of-and-approaches-to-augmenting-the-human-body-in-space/overview/
• The Scouring of the Shire analysis: https://www.thefandomentals.com/scouring-shire-lotr-reread/

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