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Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi

Tony Tellado
Science Fiction
Star Trek
Star Wars
The Walking Dead
The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
Apple TV+
Avatar
Tron Ares
Hollywood
Horror
Batman
Chucky
Foundation
Outlander
Back To the Future
Visual Effects
Wondla
Film Production
Artificial Intelligence
Black Panther

Where Imagination Meets What It Means To Be Human

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A young woman who models by day and descends into the internet’s most disturbing corners by night, becoming obsessed with the idea of “red rooms” — alleged dark‑web spaces where people gamble on real-time torture and murder.

The film explicitly cent... more

In this episode, Tony chatted with Anastasia Baranova, the dynamic actor behind Addison “Addie” Carver on SyFy’s cult‑favorite zombie series Z Nation. Known for her fierce presence, emotional depth, and the iconic Z‑Whacker, Anastasia reflects on her... more

In this episode of Byte, Tony talked with Casey Johnson, the actor behind one of the most heartbreaking and polarizing figures in For All Mankind: Danny Stevens. Born into the shadow of two American heroes—astronauts Gordo and Tracy Stevens—Danny’s l... more

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In this episode of Byte, Tony dives into the mind‑bending Apple TV+ series Constellation, a psychological sci‑fi thriller where space, memory, and identity collide. When a mysterious object strikes the International Space Station, one astronaut is ki... more

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Recent Guests

James D'Arcy
Actor in Constellation
Constellation project
Episode: Byte Episode: Constellation — Parallel Lives, Shattered Realities
William Carlett
Actor in Constellation
Constellation project
Episode: Byte Episode: Constellation — Parallel Lives, Shattered Realities
Kitty Swink
Actor, DS9 alumna
Star Trek community
Episode: Walking for Hope: Purple Stride with Armin Shimerman & Kitty Swink
Brian Herbert
Author, co-author of Dune prequel books
Dune prequel series (with Kevin J. Anderson)
Episode: Journey To Arrakis Episode One - The Birth Of Dune
Kevin J. Anderson
Author, co-author of Dune prequel books
Dune prequel series (with Brian Herbert)
Episode: Journey To Arrakis Episode One - The Birth Of Dune
Nick Arundel
Arkham City audio director
Rocksteady Studios
Episode: Replay: Batman: Arkham City
Paul Dini
Writer involved with Arkham City
Rocksteady/Warner Bros.
Episode: Replay: Batman: Arkham City
Stana Katic
Voice actor involved in Arkham City
Rocksteady/LA casting
Episode: Replay: Batman: Arkham City
Collette Sunderman
Casting director
LA casting
Episode: Replay: Batman: Arkham City

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Multiple Hosts (deduplicated)
A core team of hosts and frequent contributors guiding genre discussions and interviews.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 41 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 States2 years ago
  • We

    The well

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    srrawoaq
    United States5 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 States9 years ago

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Host is known for deep, thoughtful questions and industry insight
Engaging, high-quality interviews with top sci-fi creatives
Wide range of guests from actors to writers and designers, though some listeners wish for deeper, harder-edged questioning

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Byte Episode: Constellation — Parallel Lives, Shattered Realities
Q: How did you guys keep the story straight as far as your performance is? There are twists and turns, but I can't be too specific.
The cast relied on a calm, guiding presence from Peter Harness who walked them through the confusing parts, and the collaboration with three directors helped them navigate the complex, non-straightforward storytelling while keeping the human psychology at the center.
Rewind Merlin – Season Four
Q: How has the dynamic between Arthur and Morgana evolved this season?
There is a clear escalation and confrontation, aiming to create powerful on-screen moments that energize the fans and advance the narrative.
James Marsters breaks down his journey from Buffy to Dragon Ball to Caprica
Q: You've spoken about your music career and Ghost of the Robot; how does that intersect with acting?
Music became a solo pursuit after the band dissolved; it allows me to perform single-instrument sets and write or perform songs that reflect my acting craft.
James Marsters breaks down his journey from Buffy to Dragon Ball to Caprica
Q: What was it like filming Caprica with such a big ensemble and multiple camera setups?
It was freeing to have multiple takes and angles in real-time, which allowed for more creative experimentation and a sense of collaborative energy on set.
James Marsters breaks down his journey from Buffy to Dragon Ball to Caprica
Q: Are you set to appear on Caprica, and what can you share about the character Barnabas?
Barnabas is a religious warrior from a world resembling ancient Rome, who uses a particular philosophy to justify drastic actions for a perceived higher good, and there's potential for more involvement depending on story needs.

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This show features in-depth, one-on-one conversations with actors, creators, and industry professionals who work in science fiction, fantasy, and horror. Episodes often center on character development, directing and production choices, franchise legacies, and the craft behind iconic genre properties. A notable pattern is the blend of practical storytelling discussion with timely industry context, including promotion for premium content and cross-podcast collaborations. Listeners can expect candid insights into acting processes, collaboration dynamics, and the cultural impact of genre projects, from long-running series to modern reimaginings. The format tends to attract dedicated genre fans who enjoy hearing from well-known stars and behind-... more

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3. Kitty Swink
4. Brian Herbert
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6. Nick Arundel
7. Paul Dini
8. Stana Katic

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