Episode 242: The Positive Obsession of Octavia E. Butler

Philip welcomes Susana M. Morris, author of Positive Obsession: The Life and Times of Octavia E. Butler to the show. In their conversation, they discuss the generational impact and influence of Octavia E. Butler and her singular place in the pantheon of writers. The Drop – The segment of the show where Philip and his guest share tasty morsels of intellectual goodness and creative musings. Philip’s Drop: Maigret (PBS/Masterpiece) Susana’s Drop: Abbott Elementary (Hulu/Disney+)