EPISODE · Dec 5, 2025 · 1H 8M
76. Interstellar Intrigue, AI Overlords, and Space Operas, with DL Young
from Alternate Futures · host Edwin Rydberg
DL Young is a Pushcart Prize nominee and Independent Press Award winner known for his fast-paced science fiction novels. In this episode, we delve into his latest trilogy, 'Empire and Ashes,' which weaves together elements of space opera, political intrigue, and espionage. We also explore the vast world-building involved, including alien races, advanced technologies, and star gates. Young shares his journey from business professional to full-time writer and offers insights into his creative process and marketing strategies. We also, we discuss the potential future impact of AI and what it could mean for humanity.Books of his we discuss: Jeryn's Dagger (Empire and Ashes trilogy), Cyberpunk city trilogyFurther info on this and other episodes can be found at AlternateFutures.co.ukIf you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at alternatefuturespodcast.wordpress.comFinally, you can also find the podcast, and follow my articles on science fiction, socio-technological issues, and futurism at alternatefutures.substack.com
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DL Young is a Pushcart Prize nominee and Independent Press Award winner known for his fast-paced science fiction novels. In this episode, we delve into his latest trilogy, 'Empire and Ashes,' which weaves together elements of space opera, political intrigue, and espionage. We also explore the vast world-building involved, including alien races, advanced technologies, and star gates. Young shares his journey from business professional to full-time writer and offers insights into his creative process and marketing strategies. We also, we discuss the potential future impact of AI and what it could mean for humanity.Books of his we discuss: Jeryn's Dagger (Empire and Ashes trilogy), Cyberpunk city trilogyFurther info on this and other episodes can be found at AlternateFutures.co.ukIf you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at alternatefuturespodcast.wordpress.comFinally, you can also find the podcast, and follow my articles on science fiction, socio-technological issues, and futurism at alternatefutures.substack.com
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