How much of "who we are" is the result of memory? Commander Rick examines the role of memory in speculative fiction and comic books this week with the help of SF authors Brian W. Aldiss (Bury My Heart At W.H. Smith's), Edward Bryant ("Particle Theory"), Harlan Ellison ("Mefisto In Onyx"), Iain M. Banks (Use Of Weapons), Harry Harrison (The Turing Option), Howard V. Hendrix ("The Voice Of The Dolphin In Air"), and William Gibson (Neuromancer). As well, how childhood memories shape fiction is discussed with comic book creators Lynda Barry (Ernie Pook's Comeek), Neil Gaiman and Dave McKean (Violent Cases) and SF author Michael Moorcock (The Dreaming City). Part 2 next week...