Robot or Not?

By: John Siracusa and Jason Snell
  • Summary

  • Jason Snell asks John Siracusa to rule on the meaning of various words and concepts. It’s not just about robots anymore. Have a question for John? Email robot@theincomparable.com.
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Episodes
  • 312: Unanchored Buoys
    Apr 22 2025
    Listener Ben asks: If a Buoy is unanchored and works hard to stay where it is, is it the Roomba of the seas?

    John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

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    4 mins
  • 311: Mushroombot
    Apr 7 2025
    Listener Jim wants John to weigh in on the story of the mushroom that was given a robot body, and while that does sound fascinating, the answer seems to be right there in the description.

    John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

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    4 mins
  • 310: Arc
    Mar 22 2025
    Listener Victor brings us a question from another “or Not?” podcast about how many points are required to make something a story, episode, or character arc.

    John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

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    6 mins
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