Exploring Polish Science Fiction and Fantasy
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Episode 7: Futurology. Yesterday and Tomorrow
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the topic of futurology. In his writings, Lem was known for his predictions on how the relationship between man and techno...
Episode 6: Contemporary Polish Science Fiction and Fantasy
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stanisław Lem and Andrzej Sapkowski are the seminal figures of science-fiction and fantasy in Poland and arguably the most recognizable Polish author...
Episode 5: The Impact of Lem Abroad
14 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we look at Lem’s reputation abroad. He was obviously known as a serious science fiction writer, and his books have been translated ...
Episode 4: Science fiction, art and the imagination of Lem
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Literature and art has always had a special relationship in Poland. During the 1960s and 70s, this was no exception. In this episode, we hear from And...
Episode 3: The Philosophy of Stanislaw Lem
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stanisław Lem was not only a science fiction writer, he was also a futurist and a philosopher. In this episode, we get to hear from Jakub Gomułka - ...
Episode 2: The Life of Stanislaw Lem
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The second episode of the series explores the most dreadful experience of Stanislaw Lem’s life. He and his parents survived the second world war and...
Episode 1: An introduction to Stanisław Lem
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the special 7-episode podcast series titled “Exploring Polish Science Fiction and Fantasy – 100 years of Stanisław Lem”.In this intr...
Trailer: Polish Science Fiction and Fantasy
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a special podcast series titled “Exploring Polish Science Fiction and Fantasy” prepared and produced by Talk Eastern Europe. This limit...