Published Nov 29, 2017

#49 - Microbes, Robots, and Ambition - Robin Sloan on His Novel Sourdough

Robin Sloan delves into the fascinating interplay between technology and traditional crafts, sharing how these intersections inspire his genre-blending fiction, creative experiments with machine learning in audiobooks, and insights into digital preservation and storytelling.

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#49 - Microbes, Robots, and Ambition - Robin Sloan on His Novel Sourdough

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Fictional Music Creation

Social Media Book Buzz

Future Narratives

Everlasting Online Preservation

Social Media Influence

New Ventures

Tech and Crafts

Sourdough and Robotics

Tech Positivity Shift

Twitter and Conversations

Innovative Creative Tools

Creative Machine Learning Experiments

Silicon Valley Reflections

Media Experiment Origins

2012 Reflections

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#49 - Microbes, Robots, and Ambition - Robin Sloan on His Novel Sourdough

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Technology and CultureRobin Sloan examines the synergy between technology and traditional crafts, as well as the influence of social media on literature. His insights reveal how these intersections can enrich both fields, offering new ways to engage with art and storytelling.

Technology and Culture

Fiction and NarrativeRobin Sloan discusses his narrative techniques and genre-blending approach, emphasizing the harmonious coexistence of technology and traditional crafts in storytelling. He shares insights into his creative process, which often begins with a fascination for a particular format.

Fiction and Narrative

Creative ExperimentsRobin Sloan explores the intersection of technology and storytelling through his innovative use of machine learning in audiobooks. He discusses the challenges of digital preservation and the potential for creative applications of machine learning.

Creative Experiments

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