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In Tanks, Murray Leinster delves into the future of warfare, envisioning the grim consequences of technological advancement in combat. Written in the 1920s, he reflects on the devastating innovations of World War I—like armored tanks and poisonous gas—and speculates how these developments will shape conflicts to come. Set in 1932, this gripping tale portrays a war between the United States and the so-called Yellow enemy. Published in the inaugural issue of Astounding Stories of Super Science in January 1930, this story stands as a thought-provoking piece of science fiction, offering a glimpse into a future shaped by the burgeoning technologies of its time. The narrative opens with a striking quote from a future historian ... The deciding battle of the War of 1932 was the first in which the use of infantry was practically discontinued ... —History of the U.S., 1920-1945 (Gregg-Harley).
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7 NOV 2026 · Grandfathers' War by Murray Leinster.
Another twisty tale from Murray Leinster about that busy little Med Ship fixing problems throughout the universe. In this case, the med service has received a plea from the planet Pheydra, for medical help take care of casualties from a war that is about to erupt. Since inter-planetary war is of course completely impossible these days, everyone is perplexed but just to be on the safe side, a med ship is sent out to see what the real problem is. Naturally, our hero and Mergatroid are those whose lot it falls to to deal with this sticky situation where a planet's children are at war with their parents.
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10 OCT 2026 · "Runaway Skyscraper" by Murray Leinster explores the concept of time and reality through the unexpected journey of a skyscraper that transcends its physical boundaries. As it shifts through dimensions, the narrative delves into themes of displacement and the search for belonging, making it an enduring tale that resonates with anyone who has ever felt out of place. The story's exploration of how environments shape our experiences and identities remains relevant today, reminding us of the complexities of our own realities. Leinster's imaginative storytelling invites listeners to reflect on their perceptions of time and space, making this audiobook a thought-provoking experience worth revisiting. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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12 SEP 2026 · "Bring the Jubilee" by Ward Moore delves into an alternate history where the South won the Civil War, exploring the profound implications of this divergence on American society. The narrative invites listeners to reflect on the themes of fate, history, and the cyclical nature of conflict, making it a thought-provoking experience that resonates with contemporary discussions about identity and the past. As characters navigate a world shaped by the consequences of this pivotal moment, the story challenges us to consider how history influences our present and future. This enduring tale remains relevant, urging us to confront the complexities of our own historical narratives and their impact on our lives today. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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24 AUG 2026 · In Tanks, Murray Leinster delves into the future of warfare, envisioning the grim consequences of technological advancement in combat. Written in the 1920s, he reflects on the devastating innovations of World War I‚Äîlike armored tanks and poisonous gas‚Äîand speculates how these developments will shape conflicts to come. Set in 1932, this gripping tale portrays a war between the United States and the so-called Yellow enemy. Published in the inaugural issue of Astounding Stories of Super Science in January 1930, this story stands as a thought-provoking piece of science fiction, offering a glimpse into a future shaped by the burgeoning technologies of its time. The narrative opens with a striking quote from a future historian ... The deciding battle of the War of 1932 was the first in which the use of infantry was practically discontinued ... ‚ÄîHistory of the U.S., 1920-1945 (Gregg-Harley). This episode includes AI-generated content.
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23 AUG 2026 · In Tanks, Murray Leinster delves into the future of warfare, envisioning the grim consequences of technological advancement in combat. Written in the 1920s, he reflects on the devastating innovations of World War I‚Äîlike armored tanks and poisonous gas‚Äîand speculates how these developments will shape conflicts to come. Set in 1932, this gripping tale portrays a war between the United States and the so-called Yellow enemy. Published in the inaugural issue of Astounding Stories of Super Science in January 1930, this story stands as a thought-provoking piece of science fiction, offering a glimpse into a future shaped by the burgeoning technologies of its time. The narrative opens with a striking quote from a future historian ... The deciding battle of the War of 1932 was the first in which the use of infantry was practically discontinued ... ‚ÄîHistory of the U.S., 1920-1945 (Gregg-Harley). This episode includes AI-generated content.
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22 AUG 2026 · In Tanks, Murray Leinster delves into the future of warfare, envisioning the grim consequences of technological advancement in combat. Written in the 1920s, he reflects on the devastating innovations of World War I‚Äîlike armored tanks and poisonous gas‚Äîand speculates how these developments will shape conflicts to come. Set in 1932, this gripping tale portrays a war between the United States and the so-called Yellow enemy. Published in the inaugural issue of Astounding Stories of Super Science in January 1930, this story stands as a thought-provoking piece of science fiction, offering a glimpse into a future shaped by the burgeoning technologies of its time. The narrative opens with a striking quote from a future historian ... The deciding battle of the War of 1932 was the first in which the use of infantry was practically discontinued ... ‚ÄîHistory of the U.S., 1920-1945 (Gregg-Harley). This episode includes AI-generated content.
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21 AUG 2026 · In Tanks, Murray Leinster delves into the future of warfare, envisioning the grim consequences of technological advancement in combat. Written in the 1920s, he reflects on the devastating innovations of World War I‚Äîlike armored tanks and poisonous gas‚Äîand speculates how these developments will shape conflicts to come. Set in 1932, this gripping tale portrays a war between the United States and the so-called Yellow enemy. Published in the inaugural issue of Astounding Stories of Super Science in January 1930, this story stands as a thought-provoking piece of science fiction, offering a glimpse into a future shaped by the burgeoning technologies of its time. The narrative opens with a striking quote from a future historian ... The deciding battle of the War of 1932 was the first in which the use of infantry was practically discontinued ... ‚ÄîHistory of the U.S., 1920-1945 (Gregg-Harley). This episode includes AI-generated content.
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20 AUG 2026 · In Tanks, Murray Leinster delves into the future of warfare, envisioning the grim consequences of technological advancement in combat. Written in the 1920s, he reflects on the devastating innovations of World War I‚Äîlike armored tanks and poisonous gas‚Äîand speculates how these developments will shape conflicts to come. Set in 1932, this gripping tale portrays a war between the United States and the so-called Yellow enemy. Published in the inaugural issue of Astounding Stories of Super Science in January 1930, this story stands as a thought-provoking piece of science fiction, offering a glimpse into a future shaped by the burgeoning technologies of its time. The narrative opens with a striking quote from a future historian ... The deciding battle of the War of 1932 was the first in which the use of infantry was practically discontinued ... ‚ÄîHistory of the U.S., 1920-1945 (Gregg-Harley). This episode includes AI-generated content.
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19 AUG 2026 · In Tanks, Murray Leinster delves into the future of warfare, envisioning the grim consequences of technological advancement in combat. Written in the 1920s, he reflects on the devastating innovations of World War I‚Äîlike armored tanks and poisonous gas‚Äîand speculates how these developments will shape conflicts to come. Set in 1932, this gripping tale portrays a war between the United States and the so-called Yellow enemy. Published in the inaugural issue of Astounding Stories of Super Science in January 1930, this story stands as a thought-provoking piece of science fiction, offering a glimpse into a future shaped by the burgeoning technologies of its time. The narrative opens with a striking quote from a future historian ... The deciding battle of the War of 1932 was the first in which the use of infantry was practically discontinued ... ‚ÄîHistory of the U.S., 1920-1945 (Gregg-Harley). This episode includes AI-generated content.
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18 AUG 2026 · In Tanks, Murray Leinster delves into the future of warfare, envisioning the grim consequences of technological advancement in combat. Written in the 1920s, he reflects on the devastating innovations of World War I‚Äîlike armored tanks and poisonous gas‚Äîand speculates how these developments will shape conflicts to come. Set in 1932, this gripping tale portrays a war between the United States and the so-called Yellow enemy. Published in the inaugural issue of Astounding Stories of Super Science in January 1930, this story stands as a thought-provoking piece of science fiction, offering a glimpse into a future shaped by the burgeoning technologies of its time. The narrative opens with a striking quote from a future historian ... The deciding battle of the War of 1932 was the first in which the use of infantry was practically discontinued ... ‚ÄîHistory of the U.S., 1920-1945 (Gregg-Harley). This episode includes AI-generated content.
In Tanks, Murray Leinster delves into the future of warfare, envisioning the grim consequences of technological advancement in combat. Written in the 1920s, he reflects on the devastating innovations of...
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In Tanks, Murray Leinster delves into the future of warfare, envisioning the grim consequences of technological advancement in combat. Written in the 1920s, he reflects on the devastating innovations of World War I—like armored tanks and poisonous gas—and speculates how these developments will shape conflicts to come. Set in 1932, this gripping tale portrays a war between the United States and the so-called Yellow enemy. Published in the inaugural issue of Astounding Stories of Super Science in January 1930, this story stands as a thought-provoking piece of science fiction, offering a glimpse into a future shaped by the burgeoning technologies of its time. The narrative opens with a striking quote from a future historian ... The deciding battle of the War of 1932 was the first in which the use of infantry was practically discontinued ... —History of the U.S., 1920-1945 (Gregg-Harley).
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