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Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi

Tony Tellado
Dune
Imaginary
Blumhouse
The X-Files
Theater Experience
Dune 2
Jump Scares
Horror Genre
Science Fiction
Frank Herbert
Teegan Burns
Piper Braun
Tom Payne
Kevin J. Anderson
Denis Villeneuve
Comic Republic
Constellation
Taylor
Max
Alice

Where Imagination Meets What It Means To Be Human

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Latest Episodes

🌀 Becoming a Cyclops, Surviving the Heat, and Stepping Into Legends

In this episode, Tony connects over Zoom with actor Aleks Paunovic, whose towering physicality and grounded emotional presence have made him a standout across genre television. Most... more

⚖️ When the Judge Is an Algorithm: Exploring Mercy

In this episode of Byte, Tony dives into Mercy, the provocative new Amazon MGM Studios (who provided the audio) thriller that imagines a justice system run not by humans, but by an AI judge — a machi... more

🌋 Returning to Pandora: Evolution, Legacy, and the Cost of Survival

In this special episode of Byte,you'll hear from the cast and creative force behind Avatar: Fire and Ash, the next sweeping chapter in James Cameron’s epic saga. With interviews pr... more

🧠 Unearthing the Mythology Behind a Masterpiece

In this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci‑Fi, Tony dives into the documentary Memory: The Origin of Alien, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Alexandre O. Philippe. More than a behind‑the‑scenes c... more

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Stephen Lang
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James Cameron
Director discussing advancements in filmmaking and storytelling techniques for 'Avatar'
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Paul Scanlan
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Andrew Baseman
Emmy-nominated set decorator
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Episode: Inside Lumon: Set Decoration on Severance with Andrew Baseman
Michael A. Levine
Composer for the series 'Siren' and various other projects
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Episode: Rewind — Michael A. Levine on Crafting Iconic Sounds
David Blue
Actor known for his role in Stargate Universe, portraying Eli.
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Aliana Huffman
Actress portraying TJ in Stargate Universe, sharing her experiences during the series.
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Tony Toledo
Host of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi.
Tony Tolotto
Host of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi.
Tony Tullado
Host of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi.

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 States8 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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Inside Lumon: Set Decoration on Severance with Andrew Baseman
Q: What challenges did you face in decorating for Severance?
We had a lot of stark white and had to balance it with colors and character-specific decorations, working closely with the prop master.
Inside Lumon: Set Decoration on Severance with Andrew Baseman
Q: How does it feel to be Emmy nominated?
It's justification that people like my work, and it's just so great to be a part of the whole.
Cory Doctorow on Radicalized
Q: What inspired you to write about the Model Minority story?
Doctorow reflects on the injustice faced by individuals and how systemic issues are often overlooked.
Cory Doctorow on Radicalized
Q: How did you come up with the idea for Unauthorized Bread?
Doctorow mentions his personal experience as an immigrant and how rising xenophobia inspired his work.
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Q: Is this kind of in the survival vein a little bit?
Yes, the film incorporates survival, love, and character development in a confined timeframe of 10 minutes, focusing on the crew's effort to survive.

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

The content centers around the exploration of human experiences as seen through the lens of science fiction. Various themes recur across episodes, such as character development in narrative storytelling, the impact of visual effects in film production, and in-depth conversations with actors and creators involved in notable projects. Notably, episodes feature discussions about iconic works like 'Tales of the Walking Dead' and 'Avatar,' providing insights into their creation and key thematic elements while intertwining deep human emotions with fantastical scenarios. Interviews often highlight behind-the-scenes challenges and narrative arcs, making it a rich resource for fans of the genre who appreciate not only storytelling but the craftsmans... more

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2. James Cameron
3. Sam Worthington
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