DeepSummary
The transcript introduces the Three Body Podcast, the official companion podcast for Netflix's upcoming sci-fi series Three Body Problem, based on the award-winning novel series. The hosts, Jason Concepcion and Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock, discuss the podcast's format, which includes interviews with the show's creators, directors, and scientific advisors, as well as experts in various fields related to the themes explored in the series.
The excerpt features brief comments from showrunners Alexander Wu, Dan Weiss, and David Benioff, who express their enthusiasm for adapting the Three Body Problem novels. Director Minky Spyro discusses the importance of capturing the chilling moments within the action sequences. Social psychologist Professor Michael Varnum and particle physicist Dr. Matthew Kenzie are also introduced as guests who will provide insights into the themes and scientific concepts featured in the series.
The hosts tease the podcast's exploration of thought-provoking questions, such as the implications of humanity's attempts at interplanetary communication, the targeting of scientists by unknown forces, and the unsettling realization of reality's fragility. They encourage listeners to subscribe and join them on this journey through the Three Body Problem universe.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- The Three Body Podcast is the official companion podcast for Netflix's upcoming sci-fi series Three Body Problem, based on the award-winning novel series.
- The podcast will feature interviews with the show's creators, directors, scientific advisors, and experts in various fields, providing behind-the-scenes insights and exploring the series' themes and concepts.
- The hosts, Jason Concepcion and Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock, tease the exploration of thought-provoking questions related to first contact, the role of scientists, and the fragility of reality.
- The creative team, including showrunners and directors, express their enthusiasm and commitment to adapting the Three Body Problem novels faithfully.
- The podcast aims to offer a deeper understanding of the series' universe and the real-world implications of the concepts explored.
- Experts from various fields, including social psychology and particle physics, will provide insights and perspectives on the themes and ideas presented in the series.
- The podcast encourages listeners to join the hosts on this journey through the Three Body Problem universe, teasing the exploration of mind-boggling and chilling concepts.
- The level of scientific and technical detail in the production of Three Body Problem is emphasized, with the art and props departments consulting experts to ensure accuracy.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “It's so easy to get sucked into the action of a sequence like that. Actually, it's those moments of truth that are so chilling.“ by Minky Spyro
- “And it also made me wonder a little why in fiction our depictions of contact are often so negative. But I think maybe one thing we do in the stories that we tell in the movies that we make is sometimes we use fiction to kind of play out some of our worst fears or nightmares.“ by Michael Varnum
- “And props department were sort of very keen to get me to tell them what was on the blackboard in the background of this scene or what someone should have on their computer. Even to kind of mad things where they would want to know if, you know, a certain mug or picture seemed fitted feasible in the background of someones flat.“ by Matthew Kenzie
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3 Body Podcast
Netflix
3/4/24
3 Body Problem arrives on Netflix on March 21st, and The 3 Body Podcast will be with you every step of the way to dissect and discuss this mind-boggling series.
Hosts Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock and Jason Concepcion will talk to a range of people involved in the making of the show, including the showrunners, directors, and the VFX supervisors, to give unparalleled behind-the-scenes insight. They’ll also chat with experts in the field, from NASA scientists, to ex-CIA operatives, about the real-world implications of what unfolds on screen.
The 3 Body Podcast, coming March 21st. New episodes every Thursday.