Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi

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 series. Recorded live with the cast, this episode captures the energy, camaraderie, and creative vision behind the show’s exploration of ancestry, identity, and the enduring pull of legacy. Actors Tony Curran, Rory Alexander, Sam Retford, Conor M...

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 Friday Review  🌍 Alien Earth Review  ⚔️ Weapons Review: What We Know  🕷️ Spider-Verse: Spin-Off Confirmed  🧛 Buffy Reboot Casting  😶‍🌫️ A Quiet Place III  🧝 Tales of the Shire: First Look  🎧 Audible’s Harry Potter Ensemble Reveale...

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 from Broadway to Hollywood has been anything but ordinary. Kat first caught the spotlight in HBO’s The Deuce, a breakout role that opened doors to collaborations with icons like Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson. On Broadway she was in Les Liais...

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 has carved out a unique space in genre storytelling, blending irreverent humor with deep reverence for sci-fi lore. 🎙️ In this candid conversation, McMahan shares: How his comedy roots shaped his approach to writing for Star Trek The balanci...

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 & Highlights War of the Worlds Reimagined Ice Cube leads an immersive reboot debuting on Prime, blending catastrophe with cutting-edge tech in a cyber-thriller format. Box Office Battles: Fantastic Four vs Superman First Steps pulls ahead with...

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 into the complex dynamics of her character, Asta, as she navigates the fine line between being a mother and a best friend. Sara also sheds light on her on and off-screen chemistry with her co-stars and reflects on the show's exploration of...

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 allowed him to revisit and expand the character of Captain John Harriman, originally introduced in Star Trek: Generations. Alan shared his excitement about giving Harriman more depth and agency, noting how fans and professionals came together...

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 of extraterrestrial discovery, while actors Eddie Martinez and Adriana Aluna Martinez bring raw insight into portraying immigrants chasing hope across the blistering Arizona desert. Together, we unpack themes of addiction recovery, isolatio...

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 Juice. The novel explores a near-future society where influence isn’t just earned — it’s chemically enhanced. At the heart of the story is a drug called "the Juice," which grants users extraordinary charisma, turning them into “Charismites....

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 what’s lighting up the genre universe: Fantastic Four: First Steps – Critics React Marvel’s “First Family” returns in Fantastic Four: First Steps. Set in a retro-futuristic 1960s Earth, the film blends cosmic spectacle with heartfelt family dynam...

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 straight into the heart of the jungle. She's a real-life Lara Croft, armed not with fiction, but with degrees, determination, and a deep curiosity about our planet’s wildest mysteries. As a former Miami Dolphins cheerleader turned National Geogra...

 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 intensity and emotional depth.  Recorded live in the heart of Manhattan, where cast and crew gathered. Sean Nelson – Shares how his character brought a human core to the chaos. Michael Cerveris (Fringe) – Discusses stepping into villainous shoes an...

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, fantasy, horror, and comics. Headlines & Highlights Emmy Nominations: Severance leads with 27 nods, Harrison Ford gets recognized for Shrinking, and Black Mirror returns with 10 nominations. Handmaid’s Tale earns a single nomination for C...

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 connection to the Star Trek universe. From Tilley's early days as a cadet to becoming a key player aboard the U.S.S. Discovery, Mary reflects on portraying one of the franchise’s most relatable and complex characters. She also shares her thought...

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 survival horror film that premiered at the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival. The movie follows five adventurous friends who set out to explore the remote jungle, despite chilling whispers of murdered teenagers and a deadly cryptid lurking in the shadow...

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 Sci-Fi Talk Plus for a free one year trial and a low locked in price

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 actor Christina Hendricks who voices Lois Lane. Special thanks to Gary Mierneau. A Very Special Thanks to The Paley Center. Sign Up for Sci-Fi Talk Plus during supersale with locked in forever price.  

This episode dives deep into the bold and thought-provoking animated feature Superman vs. The Elite with exclusive interviews from two fan-favorite voices: George Newbern (Superman) and Pauley Perrette (Lois Lane). Together, they bring insight and energy to a film that asks one of the most provocative questions in superhero storytelling: Is truth and justice still enough in a world that embraces m...

 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: Doom. From Superman: The Animated Series to the Justice League films, Daly’s voice became synonymous with truth, justice, and quiet strength.  Start Your Free One Year Trial On Sci-Fi Talk Plus  Sample free episodes of Sci-Fi Talk Plus

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. In a rare behind-the-scenes conversation, Ottman reflects on the intense creative challenge of honoring John Williams’ legendary Superman themes while composing a fresh musical identity for Bryan Singer’s vision of the Man of Steel. 🎵 What Y...

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 epic conclusion to The Death of Superman saga—Reign of the Supermen. We take you behind the velvet rope with exclusive red carpet interviews featuring the voices and visionaries who brought this bold chapter of DC animation to life. 🌟 Featured...

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 Romijn (Lois Lane), Jason O'Mara (Batman), and Christopher Gorham (The Flash) to dive into what it means to bring this legendary DC storyline to animated life. 💥 What’s Inside: The emotional punch of voicing iconic heroes in one of Superma...

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 behind Batwing in Batman: Bad Blood. Gaius opens up about stepping into the world of DC Comics, embracing an unfamiliar superhero, and what it took to bring Luke Fox to life through voice alone.

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 of a remote mountain range, The Sound follows a group of elite climbers whose expedition takes a horrifying turn when they encounter something far beyond the natural world—an ancient, malevolent force that defies comprehension. 🎬 Joining us...

In this chilling and cinematic episode, we sit down with legendary screenwriter and director David Koepp—the mind behind iconic films like Jurassic Park, Spider-Man, and Panic Room—to talk about his foray into immersive audio storytelling with the Audible Original horror drama, Yard Work. Koepp shares the eerie inspiration behind the story, which follows a grieving widower and former surgeon—playe...