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Podcast: The Source Material Comics Podcast
Episode: Source Material #355 - Not All Robots (AWA Upshot, 2021)
Description: Jesse and Mark have a wide-ranging discussion inspired by the comic book "Not All Robots" by Mark Russell. They talk about themes like automation, artificial intelligence, the future of work, and the implications for society. Mark shares his recent interest in AI updates, while Jesse analyzes how the comic explores issues around toxic masculinity. Getting into the plot and characters of "Not All Robots," they describe the Walter family's complicated relationship with their housebot Razorball. As Razorball starts behaving more autonomously, tensions arise over replacing him. Meanwhile, a crisis with the Bubble City infrastructure pits...