Perfect Organism: The Alien Saga Podcast

In this exclusive Alien Day episode, Patrick and Jaime sit down with Martin and Chad, two key architects behind the haunting 4K Legacy Cut of Alien 3 . From Martin’s earliest experiments in Photoshop to the painstaking restoration of a cinematic myth, we dive deep into the hidden story of how one of the Alien saga’s most storied chapters was brought roaring into the 21st century. To find out more...

Episode art by Tristan Jones (IG: @tristans_bones) HAPPY ALIEN DAY 2025!! Looking back through the history of cinema, there are very few - if any - monsters as iconic as the Alien. But why is that? Why are we so afraid of it, intrigued by it, obsessed with it? Why does it speak to audiences in 2025 with just as much power as it did nearly five decades ago? In this episode (which is something of a...

(Note: the episode art is an itsy-bitsy preview of the full design that will be revealed on April 26th) One of our favorite Alien Day traditions is our annual t-shirt unveiling. Over the past near-decade, we've gotten to work with tons of gifted artists from around Alien fandom – and this year is VERY MUCH no exception. DeadDark – whose actual name is Ross, and who can be found on IG here (for his...

In this dynamic follow-up to our first installment, Perry, Andie, Patrick, and Jaime dive deep into the characters of the ALIEN films, when they soar, when they fall flat, and how the modern studio system shapes not just how movies are made, but how we experience them. This episode is spirited, unfiltered, and full of sharp insights and passionate debate. With  Alien: Romulus  now out and Noah Haw...

In this quick-hit episode, Jaime and Holden dive into the newest glimpse of Noah Hawley’s Alien: Earth—a just-released clip that runs over a minute, the longest footage we've seen yet. But is it just a tease? Will we get a full trailer? And most importantly… are we convinced? Join us as we unpack it all. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...

When we last had concept artist Nick Stath on Perfect Organism (way back at episode 240, released on Alien Day 2024!), we were just months from the release of Alien: Romulus . Given how intimately involved Nick was with the artistic appearance of that movie, we had to be very careful to avoid spoiling anything. But now we've had Romulus  out and in the world for seven months (can you believe it?),...

The wait is over! In this electrifying episode, the Perfect Organism team dives headfirst into the newly released teaser trailer for Alien: Earth and the latest marketing footage as the countdown to Noah Hawley’s bold new series begins. From the eerie, mysterious setting to a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it glimpse of what could be a brand-new Xenomorph, we break down every thrilling detail. What secrets...

A lot of talk in fandom as of late has centered around where the Alien franchise should go next. Can we handle another film with an "airlock sequence," a countdown, a beacon, etc.? Or do audiences want something completely new and wholly inventive? In today's episode—the first of a two- (or maybe three- or maybe more?) part series, Jaime and Patrick discuss where the saga could go next by examinin...

In this episode, Perry, Patrick, and Jaime sit down with Alien: Romulus creature performer Trevor Newlin for a deep dive into his incredible work. From undergoing a full-body scan to stepping into a legacy pioneered by Bolaji Badejo, Trevor shares the fascinating process of bringing the film’s terrifying creature to life. He takes us behind the scenes of making a film on the scale of Alien: Romulu...

The team at Perfect Organism Podcast dives into the recently released 40-second teaser for Noah Hawley’s Alien: Earth . While many expected a full trailer with actual footage from the series, what we got was something entirely different. Jaime, Patrick, Perry, Andie, Adam, and Xander share their thoughts on whether this teaser hit the mark and lived up to expectations. Though Holden couldn’t join...

In this episode, Jaime, Patrick and Perry talk with Iván Pohárnok and Viktoria Stieber about their practical effect work on Alien Romulus. From working with Aileen Wu to creating the mechanism for Andy's upgrade, Ivan and Viktoria go in to wonderful detail about the rigors of working on a very practical film, the hours involved and what they're most proud of. This episode is a fantastic and detail...

As we close out a banner year in  Alien fandom, we return to our series dedicated to the game that changed everything:  Alien: Isolation . When we last had Andy Kelly on the show, he was telling us about a book he was in the very early stages of writing. Now that that book ( Perfect Organism: An Alien: Isolation Companion ) is released (and is spectacular!), we had Andy on the show again for a rou...

In this episode, the whole gang gets together to reinvestigate the original Alien trilogy through the lens of Survival, Rescue and Grief. Why do the first three films resonate so deeply all these years later? Was it just about the characters or something more? Join Patrick, Jaime, Andie, Perry, Xander, Adam and Holden as we explore the many themes presented in the films. It's a fun and contemplati...

How often do you get to hear directly from an actor who got to be facehugged? In today's episode, Jaime, Patrick, and Andie get the full download from the wonderful actor Aileen Wu, whose performance as Navarro is a real highlight of this fascinating movie. Aileen talks about building her character, getting to know her ship (and her crewmates), how that majestic chestbursting sequence came to life...

In this episode, the whole gang sits down to discuss the news of a sequel to ALIEN: Romulus being green-lit by 20th Century Studios, as well as what Ridley Scott's cryptic comments on his own Alien sequel might be. We are pleased to announce that Holden Wilhoite has joined Perfect Organism Podcast as a full time team member and a contributing host. Sit back, relax and listen as Jaime, Patrick, Per...

Creative Assembly's announcement of an official AAA-level sequel to  Alien: Isolation was an unforgettable moment for fans around the world who've spent the last decade clamoring for a follow-up to the greatest Alien game ever made. In today's episode, Jaime, Patrick, and Perry are joined once again by the always wonderful Adam Zeller of AvP Galaxy to discuss this news in depth. What does Creative...

A Perfect Organism Podcast News Update! In this 30 minute update, Patrick & Jaime talk about Alien: Rogue Incursion and what to expect when the game releases and thengo on to talk about the Alien: Romulus sequel news that had been confirmed last week.   Make sure you preorder  Alien: Rogue Incursion   here , if you haven't already!    // Apple Podcasts:  bit.ly/perfectorganismitunes // For mor...

We're just two months away from the December 19th release date of the highly anticipated Alien: Rogue Incursion , the first-ever  Alien VR title. Starring fan-favorite Zula Hendricks (and Davis 01!),  Rogue Incursion is shaping up to be, well ... a game changer! In this extensive roundtable interview, Jaime and Patrick chat with TQ Jefferson (Survios' CPO), Alex White ( Rogue Incursion 's writer),...

How do you design something that can scare audiences in a society that's seen almost everything? That was the gauntlet before Alien Romulus conceptual designer Dane Hallett and director Fede Alvarez. Join us as we discuss the process of creating something unique and terrifying for the latest Alien film with master artist Dane Hallett and a new guest on the show, Holden Wilhoite. If you want to fol...

This is a huge day for fandom, and we're here with a minisode to mark the occasion. Much, MUCH more to come. // Apple Podcasts:  bit.ly/perfectorganismitunes // For more on this and our other projects, please visit  www.perfectorganism.com . // If you’d like to join the conversation, find us on our closed Facebook group:  Building Better Worlds // To support the show, please consider visiting  www...

We often talk about how gorgeous the Alien films look. How lived-in they feel, how great the ship designs are, how iconic the creatures have become. But so much of what makes the Alien Saga special isn't visual at all: it's what they sound like. In today's episode, Jaime, Patrick, Christian, and Adam chat with Lee Gilmore, Alien: Romulus ' Supervising Sound Editor, about the huge honor—and challen...

We last spoke with Fede Alvarez, director of Alien: Romulus , shortly before the film premiered. Now that it's been out a few weeks, we circled back with Fede to ask A LOT of questions about it! // Apple Podcasts:  bit.ly/perfectorganismitunes // For more on this and our other projects, please visit  www.perfectorganism.com . // If you’d like to join the conversation, find us on our closed Faceboo...

In this exciting episode, novelist Alex White ( Alien: The Cold Forge , Alien: Into Charybdis , Alien: Rogue Incursion ) talks with Perfect Organism about their material showing up in the new and exciting film Alien: Romulus . We are also  joined by Alien versus Predator Galaxy's Adam Zeller. Join us for this intense and satisfying discussion! // Apple Podcasts:  bit.ly/perfectorganismitunes // Fo...

Alien: Romulus has officially been out for just over a week, and we are finally ready to dive in headfirst with this MONSTER of an episode. The PO Team is joined by Micah Greene ( Shoulder of Orion ), Dave Gogel (The Xenomorphing Podcast ), and Mario Benvenuto ( WiredWorkshop ) (as well as FIFTEEN(!) listener call-ins) to digest and discuss their feelings about this new entry into Alien history. I...

Christian, Patrick & Jaime were thrilled to sit down with ALIEN: Uncivil War author Brendan Deneen as he discusses his newest book and another great entry into the Titan series.  Uncivil War is available in stores now. // Apple Podcasts:  bit.ly/perfectorganismitunes // For more on this and our other projects, please visit  www.perfectorganism.com . // If you’d like to join the conversation, find...