Books and Boba #90 - The Three Body Problem by Cixin Liu
Feb 5, 2020
The hosts discuss 'The Three Body Problem' book, struggle to find a copy, and talk about watching 'Ghost Bride'. They explore the divisive nature of humanity and concerns about white saviorism. They discuss character depth, cultural revolution, and science subjectivity. They reflect on the potential destruction brought about by human actions and express their thoughts on saving humanity. They explore the struggles in finding Asian romance novels and share their thoughts on 'Kiss Quotient'.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Struggle to Find the Book and Watching 'Ghost Bride'
02:52 • 12min
Divisive Nature of Humanity, Red Coast Organization, and Concerns about Mike Evans
15:01 • 2min
Character Depth and Cultural Revolution
16:57 • 15min
Science Subjectivity and First Contact
31:28 • 15min
Thoughts on the Book Structure and Saving Humanity
45:58 • 4min
Struggles in Finding Asian Romance Novels
50:16 • 2min
Thoughts on 'Kiss Quotient' and Expanding Reading Repertoire
51:55 • 3min