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Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever*

Ayesha Khan
Science Fiction
Special Effects
Science Fiction Cinema
Voyage Dans La Lune
George Méliès
King Kong
Frankenstein
Metropolis
Mary Shelley
Filmmaking
Technology
Utopia
Belle Époque
Dystopia
Aliens
Soviet Russia
Aelita: Queen Of Mars
Gothic Literature
Cinematic Legacy
Racism

The Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever* podcast looks back at more than a century of films, beginning in 1902 and working towards the future. Each episode focuses on a film, director or theme and brings in experts to discuss the history, politics, and influences. Join sci-fi enthusiast Ayesha Khan as she travels through time and space, encounters aliens, and battles authoritarian regimes all from the c... more

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A quick note that I shall be at the London Film Festival on October the 16th giving a whistlestop tour of sci-fi cinema. It is a free event but you have to reserve tickets so if you happen to be in London and wan... more

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In 1951 Poland, during its Stalinist era, acclaimed science fiction writer Stanislaw Lem released his first book: The Astronauts. (He had already written the novel The Man from Mars which was serialised).  

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Recent Guests

Lise Yazik
Regents Professor of Science Fiction Studies at Georgia Tech, author and editor of various books on science fiction.
Georgia Tech
Episode: La Jetée: French New Wave's 1962 Sci-Fi Classic
Sonja Fritzsche
Professor of German Studies and Senior Associate Dean at Michigan State University, expert in science fiction literature.
Michigan State University
Episode: The Silent Star: 1960 East German Sci-Fi & the Space Race
Yvonne Torner
Associate Professor of German Studies and Niehoff Professor of Film and Media Studies at the University of Cincinnati.
University of Cincinnati
Episode: The Silent Star: 1960 East German Sci-Fi & the Space Race
Roger Luckhurst
Professor at Birkbeck, University of London, specializing in literature, film, and cultural history.
Birkbeck, University of London
Episode: The Wasp Woman: Roger Corman’s Corporate Queen
Sherryl Vint
Professor of science fiction media studies at the University of California, Riverside.
University of California, Riverside
Episode: The Wasp Woman: Roger Corman’s Corporate Queen
Marc Longenecker
Associate Professor of the Practice of Film Studies at Wesleyan University
Wesleyan University
Episode: Teenagers from Outer Space: Aliens, Ray Guns & Gargons, Oh My!
Blair Davis
Professor of Media and Cinema Studies at DePaul University, writer about cinema and comics including the book 'The Battle for the Bs'
DePaul University
Episode: Teenagers from Outer Space: Aliens, Ray Guns & Gargons, Oh My!
John Wills
Professor of American Media and Culture at the University of Kent, specializing in 1950s American and nuclear film
University of Kent
Episode: On the Beach: Atomic Apocalypse in 1959
Mark Bould
Professor of Film and Literature at the University of West England, Bristol
University of West England
Episode: The World, the Flesh and the Devil: Harry Belafonte, Race and Apocalypse

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Ayesha Khan
Ayesha Khan is a host passionate about exploring the realms of science fiction cinema. She brings expert-level insights and engages deeply with her guests to analyze cultural and historical contexts surrounding various films.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 266 ratings
  • Delightful

    Been watching the films before listening and I am having a marvelous time, love the history discussions and the insightful feminist angle from the Khan and guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Breathturn
    United States3 months ago
  • Slightly snobby, still satisfying

    By bringing in professors of film and cultural studies, Khan elevates the discourse and offers some thought-provoking deconstruction of old sci-fi and horror flicks. They mostly avoid the temptation to ridicule these works, which were never intended to pass for high culture, and instead focus on the zeitgeist that inspired them and their legacy. Because this is a squishy academic field, it does tend to produce its share of blowhards, but most of Kahn’s guests possess enough good humor and self-... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pokerface Chet
    United States3 months ago
  • Just started

    Just started the podcast and am very excited. Huge sci-fi fan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jlass29
    United States3 months ago
  • Thoughtful, thorough!

    Ayesha Kahn has created a marvelous program. She brings on scholars and fans for engaging conversations around the art and technology of sci-fi cinema through the years, the influence of a given film on later iterations of a style or story, as well as exploration of the social, political and cultural contexts when and where a film was made. One of my absolute favorite podcasts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    General Ludd
    United States4 months ago
  • Fun way to discover movies you forgot you loved

    Very insightful discussion with a variety of guests. Reminded me of movies I forgot I loved, and encourage me to go back and give movies. I passed over a second look.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    myfuyfuyfu
    United States5 months ago

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The Day the Earth Caught Fire: Britain’s 1961 Apocalypse
Q: Why do you think many climate change science fiction films are not that engaging, and why this one might be different?
Many climate change sci-fi films fail to engage as they often do not resolve anxieties in a satisfying way, unlike this film, which presents a more nuanced and resilient narrative around pressing issues.
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Q: What kind of mad scientist tropes do you enjoy?
Let's talk about Dr. Frankenstein and his tragic story that led to unforeseen consequences.
Cuts, Comics and Creatures: A Sci-Fi Podcast Retrospective
Q: Julian, who's your favorite superhero?
Iron Man has always been my favorite.
Cuts, Comics and Creatures: A Sci-Fi Podcast Retrospective
Q: Jess, who is your favorite superhero?
Superman, because I think of Superman as the ultimate super dad.
Mad Scientists: Frankenstein, Dr Jekyll & Boris Karloff
Q: Can you explain the sudden increase?
The increase in films about mad scientists in the 1930s was connected to the reevaluation of science after the Great War, where its potential for destruction became more visible, prompting filmmakers to explore the darker aspects of scientific inquiry.

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Focused on exploring a century of science fiction cinema, this series takes listeners on a journey through films from 1902 to the present, examining their historical and political contexts. Each episode is dedicated to a specific film, director, or thematic element within the genre, featuring special guests who are experts in film and cultural studies. The discussions shed light on the social influences and artistic movements surrounding these films, making the podcast a treasure trove for both casual viewers and dedicated sci-fi enthusiasts. With engaging analysis and a unique academic perspective, it stands out by offering thoughtful insights rather than mere entertainment value.

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