(Bonus Episode) “A MATTER OF PROTOCOL” by Jack Sharkey – Short Sci-Fi Story #WeirdDarkness
Update: 2024-10-16
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IN THIS EPISODE: "A Matter of Protocol" by Jack Sharkey is a science fiction novella published in Galaxy Magazine, August 1962. Set on the lush, alien planet of Viridian, the story explores the complexities of life forms on this newly encountered celestial body. The narrative centers around the theme of first contact with extraterrestrial species and examines how interdependent life forms interact in their ecosystems. The plot follows Space Zoologist Lieutenant Jerry Norcriss, who embarks on a mission to study the alien life on Viridian.
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“A Matter of Protocol” by Jack Sharkey: https://amzn.to/4ePZ1MG
Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library.
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(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)
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"I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46
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WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.
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Originally aired: October 15, 2024
CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/AMatterOfProtocol
IN THIS EPISODE: "A Matter of Protocol" by Jack Sharkey is a science fiction novella published in Galaxy Magazine, August 1962. Set on the lush, alien planet of Viridian, the story explores the complexities of life forms on this newly encountered celestial body. The narrative centers around the theme of first contact with extraterrestrial species and examines how interdependent life forms interact in their ecosystems. The plot follows Space Zoologist Lieutenant Jerry Norcriss, who embarks on a mission to study the alien life on Viridian.
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“A Matter of Protocol” by Jack Sharkey: https://amzn.to/4ePZ1MG
Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library.
= = = = =
(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)
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"I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46
= = = = =
WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.
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Originally aired: October 15, 2024
CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/AMatterOfProtocol
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