What happens after the Martians are defeated?

In this episode of the FAFO Podcast, we're joined by Eric Goebelbecker, author of The Great War of the Worlds, an ambitious sequel series inspired by H.G. Wells' classic The War of the Worlds. Together, we explore how great science fiction reflects the real world, why alien invasions often serve as metaphors for politics and human nature, and how history, technology, and military strategy shape compelling storytelling.

Drawing from his experiences in the U.S. Army, his career as a Wall Street programmer, and his lifelong love of science fiction, Eric shares how his unique background brings authenticity to his novels and why the best speculative fiction asks difficult questions about power, governm ...