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Slice of SciFi

Summer Brooks
The Omega Eleven
Suicide
T'challa
Monolith
Wellgo USA
Alien Artifacts
International Horror and Sci-Fi Film Festival
American Cinema
Mental Health
Youth
Out Of Darkness
South Australia
Reality Vs Fiction
Audio Storytelling
Science Fiction Film
Christopher Priest
Monstrous Books
Kickstarter
Podcasting
Film Lab New Voices

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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Co-writers and co-directors Gene Gallerano and William Pisciotta talk about making THE YETI because there weren't enough yeti movies out there yet.

Writer-director Tyler Cornack talks about his horror-black comedy feature MERMAID, and how he intended it to be a very Florida story.

Festival director Monte Yazzie talks about what attendees can look forward to at the 2026 International Horror and Sci-Fi Film Festival.

Festival director Jason Carney talks about what highlights and events attendees can expect at the 2026 Phoenix Film Festival.

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Tyler Cornack
Writer-director of Mermaid
Mermaid (film)
Episode: “Mermaid”: Tyler Cornack and his very Florida dark comedy-horror
Monte Yazzie
Director of the International Horror and Sci Fi Film Festival
International Horror and Sci Fi Film Festival
Episode: 2026 International Horror and Sci-Fi Film Festival Preview
Jason Carney
Director of the Phoenix Film Festival
Phoenix Film Festival
Episode: 2026 Phoenix Film Festival Preview
Monty Yazzie
Director of the International Horror and Sci-Fi Film Festival
International Horror and Sci-Fi Film Festival
Episode: 2026 Phoenix Film Festival Preview
Ben Winters
Author and creator of Benjamin, graphic novelist
Benjamin (Graphic Novel)
Episode: “Benjamin”: Ben H. Winters, Philip K. Dick and beyond
Chad Wood
IDW Games
Episode: IDW Games: “Godzilla: The Roleplaying Game”
Ellen Boehner
IDW Games
Episode: IDW Games: “Godzilla: The Roleplaying Game”
Jeremy Piven
Actor
Entourage (former role)
Episode: 13th Annual Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival
Micaela McManus
Actress portraying Irene in Redux Redux
Episode: “Redux Redux”: Directors Kevin & Matthew McManus on multiverse madness

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Summer Brooks
Host of Slice of SciFi

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 172 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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Long-time fans note longevity and credible, informative coverage; some critics mention format changes over time.
Listener praise for breadth of interviews and deep-dive discussion across sci-fi, fantasy, and horror.
Some listeners wish for a tighter focus on sci-fi rather than broader horror discussions; opinions vary by episode.
Consistent mix of prominent guests and indie creators is appreciated, with strong production values and engaging commentary.
Positive remarks often highlight the rotating guest roster and variety of topics, from comics to film to theater.

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“Mermaid”: Tyler Cornack and his very Florida dark comedy-horror
Q: You wrote this, you directed it, but you also did some music composition for it too. What was the inspiration, and the need to just put all of your creative efforts into this story?
Tyler explains he used music as a tonal tool during writing, creating a self-contained process where score and script informed each other, and that the score helped set and evolve the mood on set.
IDW Games: “Godzilla: The Roleplaying Game”
Q: When is the game due and what about fulfillment?
The expected fulfillment date is October of this year, with excitement to see actual play and groups using the game.
IDW Games: “Godzilla: The Roleplaying Game”
Q: Will there be tutorial videos or gameplay testing videos to show people how the game is played or guide a DM?
Yes, they're building in-house video quick guides (likely with one host narrating) and are exploring full playthrough videos, though nothing is confirmed yet.
IDW Games: “Godzilla: The Roleplaying Game”
Q: Talk a little bit about the development cycle for having a role playing game for Godzilla. What went into putting together the elements, deciding the gameplay, all the fun stuff?
The team started by contracting with writers years ago, developed a base card-driven system using a 52-card deck, and spent substantial time iterating the core mechanics through in-house playtests and mass playtesting at Pax Unplugged to ensure the rules were solid before skinning the Godzilla IP.
“Storm Rider: Legend of Hammerhead”: using the power of myths to rebuild a world
Q: Last question. The music. Where did the music come into the production process?
Music was added at the end as a collaboration with several composers, including a Rome choir they found to capture a Latin war-song vibe.

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

A discussive interviews-and-discussion show that centers science fiction, fantasy, and horror across film, television, comics, and indie projects. Episodes frequently feature filmmakers, writers, and artists who explore genre storytelling, practical effects, and behind-the-scenes craft, often tying conversations to new releases, adaptations, or ongoing genre discourse. Listeners can expect deep-dive conversations about worldbuilding, production challenges, and creative processes, with a mix of prominent guests and niche creators. A notable strength is the show's capacity to surface both mainstream genre conversations and smaller, independent projects, including comic adaptations, horror theater, and international cinema, often accompanied b... more

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7. Ellen Boehner
8. Jeremy Piven

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