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Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi“Becoming Murtagh & Jocasta: Rory Alexander and Sadhbh Malin
In this roundtable conversation, actors Rory Alexander and Sadhbh Malin join us to explore their transformative roles as young Murtagh Fitzgibbons Fraser and…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiFinding Ryan Hardy With Kevin Bacon
In this special retrospective episode, we revisit three years of live conversations with Kevin Bacon at New York Comic Con, tracing the emotional and…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiExplore Weekly: Frankenstein, Demon Hunters & DC Crossovers
This week on Explore Weekly, we dive into a genre-rich roundup of the biggest stories in entertainment—from supernatural satire to superhero synergy. Michael…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiMartians, Manta Rays & Mid-Century Mayhem: Revisiting George Pal’s War of the Worlds
This week, we fire up the retroscope and revisit one of sci-fi cinema’s most iconic invasions: George Pal’s War of the Worlds (1953). From its long and winding…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi🖖 Trek Tuesday: “What Is Starfleet?” with Mynor Luken
This week on Trek Tuesday, we dive into one of the most provocative episodes of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3—“What Is Starfleet?”—with special guest…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiVintage Episode: “Monsters in the Margins: Gareth Edwards on DIY Filmmaking and Creature Creation”
Before Godzilla, before Rogue One, Gareth Edwards was a one-man army with a camera, a laptop, and a dream. In this throwback episode of Byte, we revisit our…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiByte Donald Mowat Teases Tron Ares
The Make-Up Designer for Tron Ares teased me about the movie during a break from filming last year. Start Your Free One Year Trial On Sci-Fi Talk Plus Today.
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiTime Capsule 413: A journey through memory, meaning, and the future
Episode 413 brings together creators and performers who challenge what it means to be human, to belong, and to imagine beyond the stars. 🔦 Featured Interviews…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiExplore Weekly; Wizards, Wastelands & Emmy-Worthy Aliens
This week on Explore Weekly, we dive deep into the genre multiverse with the biggest headlines from sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and comics. From Middle-earth to…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiRewind: Murderbot's Noma Dumezweni & David Dastmalchian: Compassion, Code, and Colonies
In this episode, we dive into the layered performances behind Murderbot, the sci-fi adaptation that’s redefining what it means to be human, augmented, and…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiTrek Tuesday: Valerie Weiss on Directing Star Trek and Storytelling
This week on Trek Tuesday, we’re joined by one of the most intellectually and artistically gifted directors in the Star Trek universe—Valerie Weiss. With a PhD…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiUFOs, Trauma, and Truth: Peter Cilella on His Debut Feature Descendent
In this episode, I chat with writer and director Peter Cilella to explore his haunting and intimate debut feature, Descendent—a fresh and emotionally charged…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiByte Scott Brick On Performing Dune Audio
Scott doesn't read the books for audio, he performs then. We chat about pronouncing a key Dune house plus we hear a clip from McMillan audio that Scott…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiByte Matt Betts
Writer of the Steampunk themed, Odd Man Out talks about his love of the genre. Start Your Free One Year Trial On Sci-Fi Talk Plus Today
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiIs Time Travel Possible? Insights with Dr. Amira Val Baker
Dr. Val Baker is a Scientific Research Associate at the Resonance Science Foundation. She earned an MSci in Astrophysics from University College London and a…
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Sci-Fi Talk Weekly 8/14 — Clayface, Buffy, and Alien Earth
Welcome back to Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi, where we dive into the stories, creators, and cultural tremors shaping speculative fiction. This week’s…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiRewind: Doctor Who’s 50th Anniversary at San Diego Comic-Con
Step into the TARDIS and journey back to the summer of 2013, when the energy at San Diego Comic-Con was electric with anticipation for Doctor Who’s 50th…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiFrom Stage to Shadows: Profiling Horror Visionaries Robert Eggers & Zach Cregger
In this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi, we dive into the eerie brilliance of two modern horror auteurs: Robert Eggers and Zach Cregger. Though…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiRoss Marquand Looks Through Sean’s Eyes: Trauma, Light, and Alien Truths
In this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi, we dive into the haunting and intimate journey of Sean Bruner, played by Ross Marquand — a security guard…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiByte JK Simmons And Steven Yeun
The two actors talk playing superhero father and son in the adaptation of the Robert Kirkman comic. Start Your Free One Year Trial On Sci-Fi Talk Plus
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiBloodlines and Legacy: Behind the Scenes of Outlander: Blood of My Blood
In this special press conference edition, we dive into the heart of Outlander: Blood of My Blood, the highly anticipated prequel to the beloved Outlander…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiStarfighters, Wizards, And Castings On Explore Weekly For August 7th
This week’s roundup is a pulse-check on genre storytelling, has Tony dives into this week's headlines. Including: 🧑🚀 Star Wars: Starfighter Casting 🎭 Freaker…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiKat Cunning on Star People, UFOs, and Multi-Layered Identity
In this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi, I sat down with the magnetic Kat Cunning—actor, musician, and boundary-breaking performer—whose journey…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiTrek Tuesday: Mike McMahan on Comedy, Canon, and the Heart of Star Trek
I beam aboard Mike McMahan—creator and showrunner of Star Trek: Lower Decks. From his early days writing for South Park to co-creating Rick and Morty, McMahan…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiExplore Weekly Has Superhero Box Office And A New War Of The Worlds
On this week’s edition of Explore Weekly, I venture into the multiverse of sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and comics with some fresh headlines. 🚨 Headlines &…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiSara Tomko on the Humanity and Complexity of Resident Alien's multi-layered Characters
In this episode of Sci-Fi Talk, host Tony Tellado chats with guest Sara Tomko, who plays a multilayered character on the hit series "Resident Alien". They dive…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiTrek Tuesday: Alan Ruck on Redeeming Captain Harriman
On this Trek Tuesday episode, Alan Ruck to explores his return to the Star Trek universe in Star Trek: Of Gods and Men. We talked about how the 2008 fan film…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiStar People Looks At A UFO Story Grounded With Human Issues.
Star People, a hauntingly powerful sci-fi film that blurs the line between survival and obsession. Director Adam Finberg walks us through the mysterious allure…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiThe Magnetic Edge: Janet Stilson on Charismites, Power, and the Price of Influence
In this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi, host Tony sits down with journalist-turned-author Janet Stilson to dive into the captivating world of The…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiSci-Fi Talk Weekly – July 24, 2025
Welcome to this week’s episode of Sci-Fi Talk Weekly, where we dive into the latest buzz from the worlds of sci-fi, fantasy, and superhero cinema. Here's…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi"Finding Answers On Bigfoot with Dr. Mireya Mayor"
In this inspiring and wildly unexpected episode, a conversation with the indomitable Dr. Mireya Mayor—a woman who has leapt from the sidelines of the NFL…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi"Surviving Stakeland – Inside the Vampire Apocalypse"
In this episode, we sink our teeth into the gritty, post-apocalyptic world of Stakeland, the cult horror hit that reimagined vampire survival with raw…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiNews: The Silver Surfer Switch & Lucas at Comic Con
Welcome to Explore Weekly for June 17th! In this episode of Explore Weekly, host Tony Tellado dives deep into the latest headlines from the worlds of sci-fi…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiTrek Tuesday Exploring the Heart of Starfleet: Mary Wiseman on Sylvia Tilley
Actress Mary Wiseman—best known for her role as Sylvia Tilley on Star Trek: Discovery—takes us on a journey through her character's evolution, quirks, and…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiInto the Jungle: Indigenous and the Terror of the Darien Gap
Today on Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi, we venture into the thick, haunting greenery of Panama’s notorious Darien Gap to unpack Indigenous—a chilling…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiSuperman And Lois’ Wole’ Parks
He plays John Henry Irons in the series who is of course Steel. We chat about the complexity of the character, his suit, the effects and more. Subscribe To…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiAll Star Superman Special
Recorded Live At The Paley Center in New York are Voice Director Andrea Romano, Screenwriter the late great Dwayne McDuffie and in a mini-press conference is…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiSuperman Week: Power And Principle: Behind Superman vs. The Elite
This episode dives deep into the bold and thought-provoking animated feature Superman vs. The Elite with exclusive interviews from two fan-favorite voices…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiSuperman Week: Tim Daly Bid Farewell to Superman in Justice League: Doom
Tim Daly as he reflects on his iconic journey voicing the Man of Steel—culminating in his final performance as Superman in the animated feature Justice League…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiSoaring Notes & Spliced Frames: John Ottman on Superman Returns
In this special 2006 interview, we catch up with John Ottman, fresh off completing his remarkable dual role as both composer and editor for Superman Returns…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiReign of the Supermen: Legends and Legacy
Straight from the heart of New York City, join us for a special edition of the podcast recorded live at the Directors Guild Theater, where we celebrate the…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiSuperman Week: Kryptonian Farewells: Behind the Scenes of The Death of Superman
Join me in a roundtable at San Diego Comic Con with the powerful voices behind The Death of Superman. I sat down with stars Jerry O'Connell (Superman), Rebecca…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiFrom the Gridiron to Gotham: Gaius Charles on Finding His Voice as Batwing
In this episode, we sit down with actor Gaius Charles, known to fans as the charismatic Brian “Smash” Williams from Friday Night Lights, and now the voice…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiThe Sound of the Mountain: Terror and Transformation in The Sound
This week, we descend into the heart of cinematic horror with an exclusive look at the mind-bending thriller The Sound. Set in the unforgiving high altitudes…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiWhen the Weeds Whisper: David Koepp’s Yard Work
In this chilling and cinematic episode, we sit down with legendary screenwriter and director David Koepp—the mind behind iconic films like Jurassic Park…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiDavid Clennon on The Sound: When the Mountain Watches Back
In this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi, we venture into the unknown with acclaimed actor David Clennon, whose career has spanned groundbreaking…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiBecoming Human: Inside the Mind of Artificial
In this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi, a deep dive into Artificial, the groundbreaking interactive sci-fi series created by Bernie Su and Evan…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiBatman The Killing Joke
From the roundtables at SDCC are Bruce W. Timm, Kevin Conroy, Ray Wise, Tara Strong, Brian Azzarello. and bonus comments from Mark Hamill with special thanks…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiDemons And Monsters in Cold As Hell Audio
I chatted with co-creators Rhett C. Bruno and Jaime Castle as we look at the story of James Crowley, stuck between life and death to hunt down all kinds of…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiBraid At Tribeca Festival
From 2018, I interviewed the cast and their director in a roundtable setting and also covered the red carpet. This is a compilation of these interviews that…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiTrek Tuesday Anson Mount And Sonequa Martin Green
Anson Mount talks about if Christopher Pike has a limited backstory and Sonequa Martin-Green talks about the complex Spock-Burnham relationship in season two…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiTribeca Festival Red Carpets
Interview with the stars and creators of genre film at The Tribeca Film Festival. Included is American Psycho director, Mary Harron. Start Your Free One Year…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiBatman And Harley
From the roundtables are James Krieg and Bruce W. Timm about this interesting team up to bring down a world wide threat in this new animated series. Start Your…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiGaming In Color
Gaming In Color follows gay gaming involiving Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer gamers..Director is Phillip Jones features George Skleres of Riot…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiAnthony Zuiker's Dark Prophecy
Innovative Author and CSI creator who talked to me about his work at the time Dark Prophecy. This is an interactive story with links to videos in each page…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiTrek Tuesday Dee Bradley Baker
An actor and voice artists who voices characters on Star Trek and Star Wars animated series tells me about his work as Murf in Star Trek Prodigy and also voice…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiA Soldier Against Herself: Thora Birch on Overleaper
In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Thora Birch to dive into her intense and gripping role as Special Forces Staff Sergeant Audrey Beach in the…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiByte Plan Nine From Outer Space Table Read
Fun chat with Dana Gould and Janet Varney on their table read of Plane Nine From Outer Space. Start Your Free One Year Free Trial At Sci-Fi Talk Plus Today.
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi"Authority vs Rebellion: Prisoner Deluxe Action-Figure Edition"
In this episode, we dive into the newly released deluxe action figures from the legendary TV series The Prisoner. Fans of the show will recognize the iconic…
Exploring Humanity Through Sci-FiExplore Weekly Has Wonder Woman, Casting For Harry Potter And Carrie
There's also a review of The Ritual with Al Pacino, Tribeca Festival selection Queens Of The Dead, Tom Felton back as Malfoy, Andy Serkis on Animal Farm, and…