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Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi

Tony Tellado
Star Trek
The Walking Dead
Star Wars
Apple TV+
The Mandalorian
Dune
For All Mankind
Project Hail Mary
The Magicians
Silo
The Boys
Impact Winter
Harry Potter and the Goblet Of Fire
Pluribus
Steven Spielberg
The Prisoner
New York
From Dusk Till Dawn (TV Series)
Season Four
Rebbeca Ferguson

Where Imagination Meets What It Means To Be Human

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Grammy Award-winning composer Stephanie Economou joins Tony Tellado for an in-depth conversation about her acclaimed score for Lanterns. In this fascinating discussion, Stephanie takes listeners inside the creative process behind one of television's ... more

Award-winning Canadian actress Amanda Brugel joins Tony Tellado for a fascinating conversation about a career that has taken her from horror and science fiction to acclaimed dramas and some of television's most memorable genre series.

We discuss her... more

The legendary video game franchise makes its long-awaited return to theaters with Street Fighter, delivering spectacular action, unforgettable characters, and a global cast that reflects the series' enduring appeal.

Thanks to Paramount Pictures for ... more

Apple TV+'s Dark Matter takes audiences on a thrilling journey through alternate realities, impossible choices, and the roads not taken. Based on the bestselling novel by Blake Crouch, the series blends mind-bending science fiction with deeply person... more

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Amy Williams
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Verity (film) production team
Episode: Byte On Verity: Behind The Scenes
Jacqueline Demetrio
Costume designer
Verity film production
Episode: Byte On Verity: Behind The Scenes
Josh Hartnett
Actor playing Jeremy
Verity cast
Episode: Byte On Verity: Behind The Scenes
Joseph Fernandez
Director
Verity production
Episode: Byte On Verity: Behind The Scenes
Kendall Anderson
Set decorator
Verity production
Episode: Byte On Verity: Behind The Scenes
John Frohna
Director of photography
Verity production
Episode: Byte On Verity: Behind The Scenes
Dakota Johnson
Actor portraying Loen, the writer drawn into Verity's world
Actor (Loen role)
Episode: Byte: Verity Cast and Director Interview
Michael Showalter
Director of the film adaptation
Director
Episode: Byte: Verity Cast and Director Interview
Leland Melvin
Former astronaut and author of Chasing Space
Episode: The Human Element: The Science Of Mars

Host

Tony Tellado
Host of Sci-Fi Talk; performs interviews across film/TV production, with a focus on genre storytelling and insider perspectives.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 43 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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Many praise the host's interviewing style as knowledgeable and enthusiastic, with room for deeper questioning noted by a few.
Listener feedback highlights the approachable, insightful interviews and the depth of genre knowledge.
Fans appreciate the breadth of guests—from actors to composers to directors—providing varied perspectives.
The show is frequently cited as a must-listen for sci‑fi fans seeking behind-the-scenes context.

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Star Trek at 60 —“Leonard Nimoy: The First Spock”
Q: So what's keeping you busy these days?
Well, I'm trying to spend more time with family. I am doing some photography work, and I have a new exhibition opening at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art next year, titled Secret Selves, exploring portraits and interviews with people about their secret lives.
Star Trek at 60 —“Leonard Nimoy: The First Spock”
Q: Hey, hello, Mr. Nimoy. How are you?
I'm well. How are you?
Dark Matter Season Two
Q: How does the Box affect the characters on a day-to-day level in Season 2?
It creates tension and moral complexity, forcing the couple at the center to navigate a reality where choices have amplified consequences and memories may be unreliable.
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters' Sean Konrad
Q: My first question is, I know Godzilla is owned by somebody else. So as far as the assets for Godzilla and maybe even Kong, did you just get them from the movie folks or how did that work out?
Assets were redesigned and refreshed by artists, with significant input from Andrew Baker at WETA, before being passed to NBC, which archived and repurposed them for the Monarch project, allowing for continuity while accommodating new season needs.
Rewind — Special Episode: The End Is Nye
Q: How did you approach the visual effects and the use of practical effects to ground the show's scenes in reality?
They used a mix of practical effects—wind machines, rain rigs, and on-set stunts—with a broad network of VFX houses to manage hundreds of shots. Practical elements helped sell the realism when Bill interacts with storms and environments, while CGI provided scale and safety, all under the guidance of an experienced VFX supervisor from Cosmos.

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This show centers on big ideas in science fiction and how they illuminate humanity, often through in-depth conversations with actors, writers, directors, and production professionals. Episodes frequently explore world-building, character development, and the practical craft behind genre projects—from high-concept multiverse films and beloved long-running franchises to behind-the-scenes music, production design, and stunts. Notable throughlines include how iconic properties are interpreted for new audiences, the balance between nostalgia and innovation, and the human stories that anchor spectacular sci‑fi worlds. The podcast is likely especially engaging for listeners who crave insider perspectives, genre history, and tangible industry insig... more

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1. Amy Williams
2. Jacqueline Demetrio
3. Josh Hartnett
4. Joseph Fernandez
5. Kendall Anderson
6. John Frohna
7. Dakota Johnson
8. Michael Showalter

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