How long are we going to tolerate the same old tired narratives? "Faces of the Antipode" by Matthew Marcus—another overhyped story in the June 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine that fails to break new ground. It’s infuriating to see the same recycled themes paraded as fresh ideas. Are we really so desperate for content that we can't demand more? Kate Baker’s reading might be engaging, but it can't mask the glaring lack of originality in the writing. Why is it so hard for creators to push boundaries instead of sticking to the safe, predictable formula? It's time to hold writers accountable for their creativity—or lack thereof! #FacesOfTheAntipode #MatthewMarcus #Clarkesworld #ScienceF