This week's show is an affectionate look at the works of Douglas Adams, and what his humorous writings have to teach us about life, the universe, and everything. Joining AP are returning guest and time traveler extraordinaire Steve Mills and Adams super-fan and UFO buff Kevin Wood. In conversation they first discuss their respective discoveries of Adams' work in different times and places and through various forms of media, from the original radio production of Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy to related books, movies, TV series, and even stage plays. The characters in the story are analyzed as well as the general philosophies inherent in Adams' uniquely funny prose. From depressed robots to exploding kiosks, the timeless spirit of absurdity that permeates HHGTTG is perhaps more relevant than ever, even as it becomes increasingly difficult to avoid panicking. 

Also discussed are accounts of UFOs and their occupants, and how high strangeness seems to follow a similar logic to that which operates in Adams' books, leading to conjecture about his life and inspirations for his stories. Of course his work outside of HHGTTG comes up as well, such as his association with Monty Python, his stories for Doctor Who, and stories revolving around his holistic detective character Dirk Gently. The episode is a treat for any fans of Douglas Adams, and hopefully an encouragement to those unfamiliar with his books to give them a read- or a listen, or a watch, since his works were such a multimedia phenomenon!

Grab a towel, stick out your thumb, and enjoy!