Hi, guys, Quinn here! My new Neuromancer video is coming out soon!
I’d love to hear from you before it drops, do you have any questions or thoughts about Cyberpunk books, Neuromancer itself, or other stories with similar cyberpunk or dystopian themes?
Whether it’s theories, favorite moments, or suggestions for what I should explore next, drop them in the comments below and they may be featured in the video!
Here’s an early version of the new video on We by Yevgeny Zamyatin. It’s about 99 percent complete, with just a couple of minor corrections left to make before the final release.
I wanted to give you all a chance to see it before it goes live tomorrow on the Quinn’s Ideas YouTube channel. Thanks for your support and for making it possible to keep creating content like this.
Hey everyone,
A new video essay is coming next Wednesday/Thursday, and it’s all about the roots and evolution of dystopian fiction. I’m focusing on Orwell’s 1984 and Zamyatin’s We, but more broadly, the video explores why dystopian stories continue to resonate across generations.
I’d love to include some of your thoughts or questions in the video. So I’m opening it up to you.
What are some dystopian books, films, or shows that made a lasting impression on you? Why d...
2025-08-08 21:36:11 +0000 UTC View Post
The new video is live now, just for you. 99.9 % Finished I'd say.
This one’s about Poul Anderson’s Tau Zero, a novel where the starship Leonora Christine doesn’t just travel across the galaxy, but across cosmic time itself. It’s a story of momentum, isolation, and what happens when human beings ride physics all the way to the heat death of the universe.
Thank you, as always, for making ...
2025-07-26 23:04:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone, Quinn here.
I’m working on a new video diving into Tau Zero by Poul Anderson — one of the most fascinating hard sci-fi novels ever written, especially when it comes to time dilation and near-light-speed travel. This one gets really deep into relativistic physics, and I think you all are going to love it.
While I’m putting it together, I’d love to hear from you:
What are some of your favorite sci-fi stories that deal with time dilation or relativity...
Hey everyone! The new video is about 90% complete, just a few minor edits left—but I’m sharing it early here for patrons. This one covers The Metamorphosis of Prime Intellect, and just a heads-up: it includes spoilers and explores some very dark themes. Honestly, it might be the most disturbing story I’ve talked about on the channel so far.
Huge thanks to all of yo...
2025-06-26 23:55:09 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone! The latest Quinn’s Ideas video is 99% finished and ready for early access right here on Patreon. This one’s a spoiler-light overview of Greg Egan’s Diaspora, a look at the book’s big ideas, its wild vision of post-humanity, and why it’s such a standout in hard sci-fi. Thanks so much for your continued support. Hope you enjoy this one! – Quinn
Patreon Early Access: The Mountain in the Sea
Hi everyone! I’m excited to announce that the new Quinn’s Ideas video on The Mountain in the Sea is nearly complete—about 99% done 🎉. Just putting on the final touches!
Patreon supporters can watch it right now, before it premieres publicly on the channel. Big thanks to all of you for supporting the deep dives into sci‑fi, ...
2025-06-21 08:46:39 +0000 UTC View PostHey everyone!
Here’s the early access version of my newest video: Ultimate Timeline of the Xeelee Sequence – it’s a 45-minute deep dive into one of the most complex sci-fi universes out there.
As always, this is the Patreon early release, meaning you’re seeing it before anyone else! The video is about 99% complete, but I’ll be making a few small edits and polish touches before it goes live on YouTube.
Than...
2025-05-13 00:34:29 +0000 UTC View PostPatreon early access. This video is 99% complete! The Xeelee Sequence by Stephen Baxter is a standout in hard science fiction, exploring some of the most mind-bending concepts I’ve come across in the genre. Timelike Infinity is particularly compelling, it dives deep into themes of time travel, the structure of the universe, and the cold, often brutal nature of advanced cosmic civilizations. If you enjoyed The Three-Body Problem and its sequels, ther...
2025-04-01 19:16:26 +0000 UTC View PostThis is my first video on the Xeelee Sequence by Stephen Baxter. We are just focusing on book one for this one. "The Raft" Thanks for your support! I'm new to the Xeelee Sequence, what are your favs in the series. Also do you guys have other hard sci-fi recommendations? P.S. Still hard at work on my "A Long History of Science Fiction" video!
2025-02-13 04:24:33 +0000 UTC View PostHere is my new video that will be on Youtube soon! "Frank Herbert's Other Books" In this video we discuss mainly The Dosadi Experiment and Destination Void. Please let me know what you guys think. I heavily consider the input of my patrons when making these videos!
2025-02-03 01:07:46 +0000 UTC View PostMerry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year to all! Here is my new video, "The Devasting Reason They Came" This version is 99 percent done except for a few mistakes like the misspelling of "Devastating" in the opening. This video is about the opening short story in Stephen King's Book, "You Like it Darker". The story is about two men's encounter with a alien being, and the secret they learned from it about the future of mankind.
2024-12-27 03:08:47 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello patrons! Here is my review of EPISODE 1 of HBO's new Dune: Prophecy show!
2024-11-17 00:53:15 +0000 UTC View Post
Here is an early version of my new video "What is The Thing?: The Evolution of Sci-fi" This is not the final version, as I am still editing. Please give it a watch. If you notice any errors or have any critiques let me know!
2024-09-15 23:14:46 +0000 UTC View Post
I'm getting ready to put out a video exploring how stories like The Thing, Lovecraft’s works, and other tales of paranoia and isolation reflect societal fears over time. The video examines how these themes evolve in different adaptations and settings, like the extreme isolation of Antarctica, and how fear of the unknown shapes our perception of alien life and the human condition. If you have any questions about The Thing, Lovecraft’s stories, paranoia in fiction, or sci-...
2024-09-07 22:34:52 +0000 UTC View PostWe're excited to announce that new episodes of The Cosmic Chronicles podcast are on the way! In the upcoming episode, we'll be diving deep into Hyperion, exploring its intricate narrative and fascinating characters. We invite all our listeners to join the conversation—whether you're a long-time fan or new to the story, we want to hear your thoughts! Post below to ask questions or share your comments about the book. Your insights could be featured in the next episode!<...
2024-08-20 19:59:18 +0000 UTC View Post
This is an early version of my video on the Forever War by Joe Haldeman. There are some mistakes in this edit as I am still putting the finishing touches on it!
2024-07-26 14:00:27 +0000 UTC View PostHello everyone! Another big video will be dropping soon on Joe Haldeman's The Forever War. I will be including a section at the end with Patreon questions and discussion! Have you read The Forever War? What are your thoughts on it? Do you have any recommendations for other works of science fiction that deal with war? Post questions below to be featured in the next video!
Thank you for all your support!
-Quinn
2024-06-23 19:48:10 +0000 UTC View Post
PATREON EARLY ACCESS! This is an early version of my new video! Check it out! There will be some slight errors as I am still editing the video! The final video will be different in several ways from this one.
https://youtu.be/0zIm1G2_SQs?si=TB6P8tNUTXlyiyJd
2024-05-23 00:04:23 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone,
I just wanted to drop a quick note to say a massive thank you to all of you amazing patrons out there. Your support seriously blows me away every single time.
So, here's the scoop: I've got an early version of my next video on "The Sparrow" by Mary Doria Russell ready for you to check out. It's not quite polished yet, but I couldn't wait to share it with you guys. You can give it a watch right here: htt...
2024-02-16 08:47:34 +0000 UTC View PostHey everyone! My next video will be about a book called "The Sparrow" by Mary Doria Russell. I will have a segment at the end where I will be answering your questions! Please comment below any questions you have about first contact in science fiction! Also - let me know if you have any recommendations for first contact stories! Thank you all so much!
2024-01-17 23:56:35 +0000 UTC View Post
Three Body Problem TV SHOWS! Cast, Crew, Worries, Expectations https://youtu.be/xl1Ez-G4-hU
Ancient Astronauts, The Great Old Ones At The Mountains of Madness https://y...
2023-12-06 22:18:25 +0000 UTC View Post
My new graphic novel, The Lie Behind The Star, is launching today! Patrons get 20% off Hardcovers and Paperbacks! Check out my latest project here...
Hardcover Discount - https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/2772910/x/22779913?secret_perk_token=3940d416
Paperback Discount - 2023-11-11 16:00:34 +0000 UTC View Post
This is the audio script for my next video on The Three Body Problem! The whole video will be out on YouTube tomorrow morning!
Post questions below about anything sci-fi related! I will be answering them in my next video and also on the Cosmic Chronicles Podcast this week! Thank you everyone for all the support!
2023-10-17 19:58:49 +0000 UTC View Post
I will be answering Patreon questions in my next video! Post a question about your favorite science fiction books, movies, TV shows, and concepts!
Thanks guys
- Quinn
If you haven't heard, I started a new sci-fi podcast! The Cosmic Chronicles - Where Imagination Meets Reality And Science Fiction Comes To Life! New episodes air every other Friday! You can subscribe to the podcast here - https://cosmicchronicles.buzzsprout.com/
This week's episode is about some of my favorite obscure sci-fi movies! It is available early to all of my patrons on Patreon! Thank you for ...
2023-08-09 04:06:27 +0000 UTC View Post
Here is the narration for my next video, Snow Crash: The Language Virus. The video will be uploaded to YouTube within the next few days!
2023-08-01 01:29:55 +0000 UTC View Post