“Are We Shaping Tomorrow’s Reality? Unveiling the Tension Between Speculative Fiction and Relentless Optimism”
In a world where uncertainty often seems to overshadow our tomorrows, can a glimpse into the realms of speculative fiction genuinely inspire hope? In this riveting episode of JOQ, hosts Nick and Ben dive into the intriguing intersection of imaginative storytelling and optimism—exploring how the post-apocalyptic narrative can actually light the way forward. They welcome the seasoned theatre artist and emerging author Benjamin Evett, whose journey from stage to the written word culminated in the acclaimed piece, JOY. Together, they navigate the paths that speculative fiction carves into our collective psyche, reminding us that even amidst chaos, there’s room for hope and creativity to flourish. Curious to hear how fiction can influence our outlook on reality? Don’t miss out on this enlightening discussion! [LEARN MORE](https://publicwords.com/2025/01/10/speculative-fiction-vs-optimism/)In this episode of JOQ Nick and Ben discuss how speculative fiction and post-apocalyptic helps us to look the future with optimism. Benjamin Evett has been a professional theatre artist for many years, and about 8 years ago began writing. The first fruit of his labors, entitled JOY, was shortlisted for The Rubery …
