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Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi

Tony Tellado
Science Fiction
Star Trek
Star Wars
The Walking Dead
Apple TV+
Outlander
Avatar
Chucky
Foundation
Dune
Back To the Future
The Mandalorian
Wondla
Visual Effects
Film Production
For All Mankind
Hollywood
Black Panther
Batman
Terry Matalas

Where Imagination Meets What It Means To Be Human

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Recent Guests

Timothy Zahn
Acclaimed science fiction author known for Star Wars novels
Star Wars expanded universe (Bantam Spectra)
Episode: Timothy Zahn: The Author Who Reignited Star Wars
Jeffrey Combs
Actor known for portraying multiple Star Trek aliens including Weyoun, Brunt, and Shran
Episode: Jeffrey Combs: The Many Faces of a Star Trek
Dr. Howard Margolin
Dr. of science fiction as part of the show, celebrating a long-running science fiction program
Episode: Jeffrey Combs: The Many Faces of a Star Trek
Cristina Costantini
Director of Science Fair
Science Fair film
Episode: Science Fair: The Minds That Change the World
Darren Foster
Co-director
Science Fair film
Episode: Science Fair: The Minds That Change the World
Serena McCalla
Educator
International Science and Engineering Fair mentor
Episode: Science Fair: The Minds That Change the World
Kashfia Rahman
finalist student researcher
Science Fair participant
Episode: Science Fair: The Minds That Change the World
Aramis Knight
Actor portraying MK, Sunny's apprentice/companion
Episode: Byte — Into the Badlands: The Underrated Epic
Emily Beecham
Actress featured as a female baron in the Badlands
Episode: Byte — Into the Badlands: The Underrated Epic

Host

Tony Toledo
Host of the podcast with a focus on sci‑fi interviews and behind-the-scenes storytelling.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Positive and intense

    Love the low-fi feel of the older interviews and the fact that these gentleman know their sci-fi. They are a friendly delight ! My guilty pleasure

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Neil B Johnson
    United States3 years ago
  • We

    The well

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    srrawoaq
    United States6 years ago
  • A Must Listen For Any Sci-Fi Fan

    I've been listening to Sci-Fi Talk since 2008. Tony Tellado is one of the BEST interviewers in the businsess. Another great aspect of the podcast is Tony not only interviews television and film actors, but also professionals involved in almost every sector of film and television production, including directors, producers, showrunners, writers, cinematographers, composers, authors, makeup artists, etc. Sci-Fi Talk is always a source of fascinating insight inside the minds of top genre creatives.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Terez
    United States8 years ago
  • A great interview show!

    If you like genre TV, movies, or projects in general, then you should be istening to this show! The host is a great interviewer, and he gets tons of great guests. It's Sci Fi talk but so much more. Higly Recommended!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheMikeSpring
    United States9 years ago
  • Love the podcast! But / is not a backslash!!!

    I've been listening to your podcast for years, and thought I should give you a review.

    Great podcast! I do a podcast, too, called The Walking Dead Talk Through, but that's not why I thought I'd give you a review.

    One minor nitpick, Tony, and something that makes me wince every time I hear you say it. "/" is a slash, or forward slash. A backslash is "\". I know I'm 100% right - I am a web systems analyst by profession. Any slash in a URL is a slash or forward slash. Please correct this so I sto... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    coofuushun
    United States10 years ago

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Fans note the show's long-running, consistent coverage of genre franchises and its evergreen appeal for deep-dive conversations.
Listeners appreciate the broad range of guests, from actors to creators, and the thoughtful, insider perspective.
The host is praised as a skilled interviewer who draws out production details and storytelling choices.

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Apple Podcasts
#8
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Apple Podcasts
#60
Finland/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#181
Norway/Fiction/Science Fiction

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Michael James Shaw on Mercer, Power, and the Commonwealth
Q: How does Mercer's vulnerability and his relationship with Princess fuel his evolution in this episode?
His willingness to be emotionally open, especially through his connection with Princess, allows him to explore a softer, more conflicted side that challenges his rigid public persona and pushes him toward making different, more humane choices.
Michael James Shaw on Mercer, Power, and the Commonwealth
Q: What made him do that?
Mercer enters the situation with incomplete information about who is missing and what has happened, operating with a blindspot that pushes him to act cautiously while trying to piece together the truth, which ultimately drives the scene and his relationships forward.
Science Fair: The Minds That Change the World
Q: Why is science so important to us right now?
Science provides a platform for people of diverse backgrounds to connect and understand one another, advocating empathy and collaboration as a foundation for addressing shared challenges.
Elizabeth Montgomery: The Woman Behind Bewitched
Q: Was Montgomery similar to Samantha off-screen, and how did that affect interviews and portrayal?
He notes that Montgomery shared Samantha's down-to-earth qualities in real life, which made her engaging and helped shape the respectful, intimate tone of the biography.
Elizabeth Montgomery: The Woman Behind Bewitched
Q: What led you to do this book on Elizabeth Montgomery?
Pilato explains his lifelong admiration for Bewitched, the personal affection for the show, and the decision to tell her story with love while presenting her life and career in a comprehensive narrative.

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What is Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thought-provoking mix of in-depth conversations with creators, actors, and behind-the-scenes professionals from sci‑fi, fantasy, and genre cinema. Topics commonly center on character development, production design, storytelling across franchises, and the evolution of long-running series, with many episodes exploring how large casts and complex mythologies are balanced with human, emotional cores. The show frequently features veteran interviewers drawing out practical insights about set life, writing rooms, and the creative decisions that shape beloved sci‑fi properties. Its standout moments often involve behind-the-scenes anecdotes, cross-franchise comparisons, and enthusiastic dives into world-building that appeal to both superfans and i... more

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1. Timothy Zahn
2. Jeffrey Combs
3. Dr. Howard Margolin
4. Cristina Costantini
5. Darren Foster
6. Serena McCalla
7. Kashfia Rahman
8. Aramis Knight

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