Folded Space Podcast – S01, E01: Mother of All Bombs
Summary
In "Mother of All Bombs," Dr. Ulvina assists in the birth of a massive bio-weapon ship, the Metsun Han, while facing sabotage from a vengeful sub-physician. After the assassin detonates a body bomb, Ulvina and loyal Sapid technicians save the newborn calf from the wreckage. Though she initially considers hiding the weapon in the deep ocean to prevent future war, Ulvina ultimately chooses to guide the calf to the surface, honoring the sacrifices made and fulfilling her duty to life.
Topics discussed
Sponsors and podcast introduction
Story intro: The Metsun Han returns to calve
Dr. Ulvina prepares for the birth
Tension with the Protector and sub-physician
Ulvinas history with the ship and House Kadena
The birth begins and complications arise
Ulvinas and Amanda dive into the water
Entering the womb to find the blockage
Discovery of the stuck needle and Amanda's betrayal
Amanda's suicide bomb and the Sapids' sacrifice
Aftermath: Trapped with the dying mother
Ulvinas reflections on her life and hypocrisy
Planning to use the calf's weapon to escape
Firing the cannon and freeing the calf
Ulvinas final choice: Saving the calf
Credits, author bios, and final sponsors
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