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Slice of SciFi

Summer Brooks
Science Fiction
Practical Effects
Marvel Comics
Horror Genre
Kickstarter
Philip K. Dick
Mental Health
Strange Harvest
The Omega Eleven
Animation
Iyanu
Black Panther
The Cloaked Realm
Horror Gaming
Blumhouse Productions
Daredevil
Star Wars
Phoenix Film Festival
Wellgo USA
New York Science Fiction Film Festival

Interviews and discussion about science fiction, fantasy and horror in television and film, plus coverage of comics, indie features, and more

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Latest Episodes

Writer-Director Douglas Forrester and actors Joel Meyers and Helen Laser talk about CARRY THE DARKNESS, premiering on BloodStream on August 14, and the score will be released on September 10.

Author and classic scifi TV historian Fred McNamara talks about the new ALL SECTIONS ALPHA: THE MAKING OF SPACE: 1999 coffee table book, coming out soon from Anderson Entertainment.

Director Nick Taylor talks about his documentary RUBBERHEAD: THE LIFE AND MONSTERS OF STEVE JOHNSON, highlighting the career of Hollywood SFX artist Steve Johnson, known for some of the most ground-breaking effects and iconic creatures seen in movies... more

Award-winning writer and Afrofuturist Ytasha L. Womack talks about her exploration and examination of Miles Morales as Spider-Man, and his impact on the Marvel Universe in comics and film.

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Douglas Forrester
Writer-director of Carry the Darkness
Carry the Darkness production
Episode: “Carry the Darkness”: Talking with Doug Forrester, Joel Meyers, Helen Laser
Joel Meyers
Actor in Carry the Darkness, plays Travis
Carry the Darkness
Episode: “Carry the Darkness”: Talking with Doug Forrester, Joel Meyers, Helen Laser
Helen Laser
Actor in Carry the Darkness, plays Stacey
Carry the Darkness
Episode: “Carry the Darkness”: Talking with Doug Forrester, Joel Meyers, Helen Laser
Fred McNamara
Author and cult television historian; Gerry Anderson blogger and feature writer for All Sections Alpha, The Making Of Space 1999
Gerry Anderson/All Sections Alpha
Episode: “All Sections Alpha”: Fred McNamara on “Space: 1999” and all things Gerry Anderson
Nick Taylor
Director of Rubberhead
Director, Rubberhead documentary
Episode: “Rubberhead”: Nick Taylor spolights the SFX work of Steve Johnson
Barbara Crampton
Actress associated with classic horror cinema
Guest on Slice of Sci Fi
Episode: “Rubberhead”: Nick Taylor spolights the SFX work of Steve Johnson
Ytasha L. Womack
Author and Afrofuturism expert; author of Spider-Man Miles Morales and Exploration
Bloomsbury Academic, Marvel Age of Comics
Episode: Marvel Age of Comics: Ytasha L. Womack on the nature of “Miles Morales”
Jim Rugg
Artist and author of Wolverine Weapon X and Exploration
Bloomsbury Academic
Episode: Marvel Age of Comics: Jim Rugg on the impact of “Wolverine: Weapon X”
Chris Vander Kaay
Filmmaker, writer, actor, and founder of Go To Sleep project
Go To Sleep / Found TV
Episode: “Go to Sleep”: Chris Vander Kaay’s new found footage feature

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Summer Brooks
Host of Slice of SciFi

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 174 ratings
  • Late to the party but enjoying the back catalog!

    I subscribed to The Babylon Podcast, Slice of SciFi, and Writers, After Dark recently after a great friend mentioned them to me. Wow, did I miss out, but I am super grateful to Summer and the supporters of Slice of SciFi for making the back catalog available! Summer and collaborators have produced a huge catalog of awesome author, cast, staff, and other interviews, along with their insightful commentary, on a vast variety of subjects. Babylon 5 fans are very well served, of course, but I am blow... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeffrey Marraccini
    United States2 years ago
  • Summer is awesome. I have been a fan of her for decades.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    BobRed0965
    3 years ago
  • Needs more sci if

    It’s becoming more of a horror podcast then a sci-fi podcast I do not like it when they mix the two together I love horror too so don’t get me wrong but I want Sci fi on a sci-fi podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    K9Rush
    United States6 years ago
  • Established & Respected

    Slice Of Sci-Fi has enjoyed incredible longevity due to the dedication and passion of Summer Brooks and her team. From in-depth interviews with fascinating creators to informative behind-the-scenes coverage, Slice Of Sci-Fi should be on the playlist of any fan of speculative genres.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Terez
    United States7 years ago
  • Snark, humor, horror & sci-fi 🎬🎨👍🎉

    Summer continues to be entertaining & informative as well as arrange fascinating people to interview. Many geeky topics are discussed but if for example, you’ve ever wondered how an indie & or horror convention was set up or how films get made on a budget this is a podcast for you. Conventions (& sci fi charities) of all kinds are reviewed, discussed & geeked over. Spock 🖖🏻, Freddie & Ivanova I’m sure would approve!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jazzmine2023
    United States8 years ago

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“Rubberhead”: Nick Taylor spolights the SFX work of Steve Johnson
Q: How do the filmmakers approach the balance between practical effects and digital, and why is that balance important?
The discussion emphasizes that CGI will remain an important tool, but the most powerful horror moments come from practical effects; the ideal approach blends practical effects on camera with CGI enhancements for what cannot be built physically.
“Rubberhead”: Nick Taylor spolights the SFX work of Steve Johnson
Q: What influence did Rick Baker have on Steve Johnson and his career as an effects artist?
Rick Baker mentored Johnson, inviting him to Hollywood and helping him accelerate from apprentice to respected effects artist, a pivotal moment that shaped Johnson's career trajectory.
“Rubberhead”: Nick Taylor spolights the SFX work of Steve Johnson
Q: How did the Rubberhead project come about, and what was the process for turning Steve Johnson's memoir into a documentary?
Nick Taylor read Steve Johnson's memoir and saw a story that paralleled iconic films like Ghostbusters and Fright Night; he wanted to tell Johnson's life as a journey from apprentice to master, leveraging Johnson's archives and the mentorship dynamic with Rick Baker.
Marvel Age of Comics: Ytasha L. Womack on the nature of “Miles Morales”
Q: How does Miles' family and school environment contrast with Peter Parker's origin, and why is that important?
Miles' family is present and active, offering support and grounding, while his school environment introduces new pressures and power dynamics; this contrast adds layers to his decision-making and responsibility, making his growth feel more intimate and relevant to a younger audience.
Marvel Age of Comics: Ytasha L. Womack on the nature of “Miles Morales”
Q: What drew you to Miles Morales and how did your Afrofuturist lens shape your study of the character?
My interest grew from engaging with indie Black comics and communities, which helped me see Miles as a doorway to rethinking representation, not just a side character; the Afrofuturist framework allowed me to connect Miles to broader cultural and historical currents, including music, community, and future-oriented storytelling.

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What is Slice of SciFi about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners engage with deep-dive interviews and thoughtful discussions about science fiction, fantasy, and horror across film, TV, comics, and indie projects. Episodes often center on creators' processes, preservation and restoration of classic titles, and the cross-section of genre storytelling with Afrofuturism, practical effects, and festival circuits. The show tends to attract fans who enjoy both archival context and contemporary genre commentary, with a penchant for guest expertise—from filmmakers and actors to academics and festival organizers. A noteworthy strength is the ability to blend high-level industry insight with accessible storytelling, plus a willingness to cover niche topics and celebrate indie projects and conventions. Thi... more

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