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Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi

Tony Tellado
Science Fiction
Star Wars
Star Trek
The Walking Dead
Outlander
For All Mankind
Apple TV+
The Mandalorian
Terry Matalas
Humanity
Avatar
Film Production
Project Hail Mary
Cosmos
The Magicians
Negan
Batman Year One
Costume Design
AMC
The Andromeda Strain

Where Imagination Meets What It Means To Be Human

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Latest Episodes

Emily Hampshire interview is always electric — she’s one of those performers whose mind moves as fast as her characters. As Jennifer Goines on 12 Monkeys, she delivered one of the most unpredictable, heartbreaking, and darkly hilarious performances i... more

From the red‑carpet special, Tony spoke with the U.S. cast of Syfy’s Being Human at the Paley Center in New York. during the run of the series — starring Sam Witwer, Meaghan Rath, Sam Huntington, and Sarah Allen — reimagined the supernatural roommate... more

Three centuries after the fall of the Systems Commonwealth, the Andromeda Ascendant awakens into chaos — and standing at the captain’s right hand is Beka Valentine, the fiercely loyal, sharp‑witted first officer who helped chart a path toward rebuild... more

For the 30th anniversary of Star Trek: First Contact, Trek Tuesday presents a rare and lovingly reconstructed special drawn from Tony’s original Beverly Hills roundtable, long‑lost New York radio segments, and a recent conversation with Jonathan Frak... more

In the final installment of your Cosmos series, Tony sits down with Mitchell Cannold and Brannon Braga, the executive producers who helped shape Cosmos: A SpaceTime Odyssey and Cosmos: Possible Worlds. This episode explores how they preserved the spi... more

Legacy, Ocean, and the Voices Who Carry the Story Forward

On the red carpet for the World Premiere of Moana, with the filmmakers, performers, cultural leaders, and craftspeople who brought this new chapter of Moana’s journey to life. From the screenp... more

A dive into the ambitious new adaptation of The Odyssey, featuring an ensemble cast that reimagines Homer’s timeless tale through character, consequence, and cosmic law. From the burden of heroism to the fragile threads of family, this conversation e... more

In this episode of Rewind, Tony revisits the ambitious sci‑fi series Raised by Wolves, a haunting tale of two androids — Mother and Father — tasked with raising human children on the distant world of Kepler‑22b after Earth collapses under religious w... more

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Recent Guests

Colin Minihan
Director of Extraterrestrial, part of the Vicious Brothers
Vicious Brothers
Episode: Clappers and Takes — Episode One
Brittany Allen
Lead actress in Extraterrestrial
Episode: Clappers and Takes — Episode One
Freddie Stroma
Actor in Extraterrestrial
Episode: Clappers and Takes — Episode One
Jessie Moss
Actor in Extraterrestrial
Episode: Clappers and Takes — Episode One
Anthony Khaseria
Writer/Director of Reflections
Episode: Clappers and Takes — Episode One
Lynn Collins
Actor discussing John Carter and Deja Thoris
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James Purefoy
Actor connected to John Carter era discussions
Episode: Byte - My Most Popular Shorts on YouTube
Andrew Robinson
Actor discussing scenes and character dynamics
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Tony Toledo
Host introducing segments and closing
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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
  • One of the best genre podcasts — period.

    I’ve been listening to Sci-Fi Talk since I met Tony at San Diego Comics Con in 2013. Great guy, superb interviewer, and very knowledge about all things genre. Add this podcast to your list — now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Full Bleed
    United States11 years ago
  • Very interesting and informative interviews

    He always tracks down top sci fi celebrities and gets them talking about cool things.

    If there is any criticism it's that he can come across as a bit of a yes-man, just agreeing with them and possibly missing opportunities to push questions deeper.

    But really, he does a great job. Recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frosty87
    Australia14 years ago
  • Very Nice!

    I love this podcast! Great interviewer. How about an interview of a cast member of The Event.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    jjbauer15
    United States15 years ago
  • Incredible Interviews

    Tony Tellado is a first rate interviewer. He has an incredible line up of Sci-Fi stars and creators on his show. I have yet to find another Podcast that features so many stars and creators talking about their work in one on one interviews. I highly recommend this Podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PierceP525
    United States17 years ago
  • What a wealth!

    Fabulous collection of interviews!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chamilet
    United States19 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

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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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Clappers and Takes — Episode One
Q: How did you approach making the cabin in the woods story feel fresh and character-driven?
The team aimed to foreground a strong lead and character dynamics, avoiding overused camping/slasher tropes and layering in personal motivations that drive fear and tension.
The Walking Dead — Medina Senghore on Annie Smith
Q: How did you approach joining an established show and becoming part of the core cast?
Medina explains the importance of the cast and crew as a supportive group, the flexibility of schedules, and the adapting process to fit into a preexisting dynamic while contributing a new, respectful energy to the ensemble.
The Walking Dead — Medina Senghore on Annie Smith
Q: What was it like to work with Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and how did that affect your portrayal?
Medina notes they bonded over shared traits like being a bit whiny at times, describes a relaxed, collaborative on‑set atmosphere, and highlights Morgan's generosity and chill demeanor that helped shape their scenes together.
The Walking Dead — Medina Senghore on Annie Smith
Q: What do you like about Annie, beyond what the audience sees?
Medina emphasizes Annie's loyalty to her community, her leadership qualities, and the way she balances survival with a sense of principle and care for others, which makes her a stabilizing force in a chaotic world.
Ji: Love and Duty Across Ruins
Q: Why pursue a long-form series over a feature, and how did constraints shape the storytelling?
The concept began as a proof of concept for a broader universe; expanding into a series allows deeper exploration of world-building and character motivations while staying mindful of budget and production realities.

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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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Recent guests on Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi include:

1. Colin Minihan
2. Brittany Allen
3. Freddie Stroma
4. Jessie Moss
5. Anthony Khaseria
6. Lynn Collins
7. James Purefoy
8. Andrew Robinson

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