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"Human Intelligence: A Holiday Tale"

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Friday, December 23, 2011

This is what Kurt Andersen considers a holiday tale ... melting ice caps and extraterrestrial spies? Kurt's story, "Human Intelligence," was produced for radio by Jonathan Mitchell, and stars Melanie Hoopes, John Ottavino, and Ed Herbstman. The unabridged version was published last year in Stories: All New Tales, an anthology edited by Neil Gaiman and Al Sarrantonio.

(Originally aired: December 24, 2010)

Contributors:

Jonathan Mitchell

Comments [6]

JP from Frederick, MD

Just finished listening to this online after getting hooked to the broadcast but running out of time to hear the end. A great tale, well told. Cheers.

Jan. 01 2012 05:47 PM
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Oona

I was caught spell-bound in my driveway, listening intently to this story. It was simply perfection to end a long workday feeling a sense of wonder. Thank you Sound 360 and Mr. Gaiman.

Dec. 27 2011 10:15 PM
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liz from new york

I was delighted by your good-natured alien story! I heard it again,today, so thanks for the podcast, too! What a thoughtful gift for your listeners. Thank you very much.

Dec. 27 2011 08:30 PM
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Gael Eichler from A little blue orb.

I was making a last minute attempt to find an open grocery store when this story came on the radio (I didn't find a grocery store open), and instead spent the next half hour driving around to finish listening to the story before going home. Loved it.

Dec. 26 2011 03:06 PM
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Marijane

Heard this in the car saturday, so smart and entertaining and well done! I want my whole family to hear. is there nothing Kurt Anderson can't do?

Dec. 25 2011 11:06 PM
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thomas korman from conway,pa

We heard this while driving home from my sister-in-law's house yesterday! We loved it! Perfect blend of sci-fi and subtle humor!

Dec. 25 2011 10:50 AM
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