The Date and Hour of Frankenstein’s Creation
Astronomers confirm the day and time of Mary Shelley’s “waking dream” that led to the creation of Frankenstein. They do not explain why they thought her account needed to be confirmed. (via Kate Laity)
Turkish Star Trek
Celebrate Star Trek Day–or every day–with Turkish Star Trek!
Herbert West, Re-Animator, Pt. 3
Monster Island Resort Podcast’s “Herbert West Re-Animator” reading continues with Part 3, illustrated by the Gutter’s comics editor, Carol.
Sawyer on Ebooks
Robert J. Sawyer talks about ten years of using ebooks, complete with video of some already-ancient-looking devices.
Snarky Letter
“You will notice that a time-travel option is not included on this model…” Check out this hilarious letter of complaint for a screwed up speeding ticket. If this scenario was a TV show, I’d watch it!
Two Interviews
John Hodgman talks to George R. R. Martin and Fresh Air talks to Maurice Sendak.
The Cultural Gutter 