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Slice of SciFi

Summer Brooks
Science Fiction
Marvel Comics
Practical Effects
Horror Genre
Kickstarter
Philip K. Dick
Mental Health
Strange Harvest
The Omega Eleven
Animation
Black Panther
Iyanu
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

Indie filmmaker Chris Vander Kaay talks about making "Go To Sleep", his new found footage feature.

Actors Radha Mitchell, Ioan Gruffudd and Bianca Wallace talk about preparing for their roles in the new action-thriller "Seven Snipers".

Phil Hopkins, founder of Film Masters, is here to talk about their newest restoration releases, "Destination Moon" & "Flight to Mars" (July 2026), and Monster Mayhem Collection (March 2026).

Yumy Odom (ECBACC president and founder) and Akinseye Brown (ECBACC Vice President and Event Coordinator) stop by to talk about the 25th East Coast Black Age of Comics Convention, and the 2026 Glyph Comics Awards.

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Recent Guests

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
Radha Mitchell
Actress
Film/Television
Episode: “Seven Snipers”: Radha Mitchell, Ioan Gruffudd and Bianca Wallace
Ioan Gruffudd
Actor
Film/Television
Episode: “Seven Snipers”: Radha Mitchell, Ioan Gruffudd and Bianca Wallace
Bianca Wallace
Actress
Film/Television
Episode: “Seven Snipers”: Radha Mitchell, Ioan Gruffudd and Bianca Wallace
Tom Allison
Actor in Killjoy
Killjoy
Episode: Classic Scifi: “Destination Moon” & “Flight to Mars” restorations
Yumy Odom
Founder and Vice President of ECBACC
ECBACC
Episode: East Coast Black Age of Comics Convention, and the 2026 Glyph Comics Awards
Akinseye Brown
ECBACC board member/active participant
ECBACC
Episode: East Coast Black Age of Comics Convention, and the 2026 Glyph Comics Awards
Jordan Clark
Writer of Ancestral Recall
Ahoy Comics / Milestone Initiative
Episode: “Ancestral Recall”: Jordan Clark and Atagun Ílhan collaborating with history
Atagun Ílhan
Illustrator of Ancestral Recall
Ahoy Comics / Milestone Initiative
Episode: “Ancestral Recall”: Jordan Clark and Atagun Ílhan collaborating with history

Host

Summer Brooks
Host of Slice of SciFi

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 173 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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Overall sentiment remains positive about content quality and guest diversity.
Longevity and consistency praised; deep interviews and a strong guest roster are valued.
Listener feedback notes the show's wit, indie focus, and access to festival context.
Some criticism about format shifts or promotional clips affecting listening experience; fans miss the original vibe.

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“Go to Sleep”: Chris Vander Kaay’s new found footage feature
Q: What makes found footage a good format for indie creators with limited budgets?
Found footage allows storytelling through limited gear and locations, relies on the camera's perspective as a character, and lets creators achieve a high-impact narrative with relatively low costs, encouraging experimentation and accessibility for hopeful filmmakers.
“Go to Sleep”: Chris Vander Kaay’s new found footage feature
Q: Was there an intention to premiere on festival circuits before Found TV release?
Yes, it premiered at Recovered Reels Film Festival near Philadelphia before streaming; the release strategy was to debut on the festival circuit and then go to Found TV with a theatrical world premiere on the big screen first.
“Go to Sleep”: Chris Vander Kaay’s new found footage feature
Q: Before we get into the performance, talk about writing this story, writing this movie. Where did this story spring from?
The concept originated from the co-creator Steven Espinoza, who proposed the sleepwalking premise and the diary-entry structure; the idea evolved into a feature through focusing on a single sleepwalker and using chaptered footage to balance dialogue and action.
“Seven Snipers”: Radha Mitchell, Ioan Gruffudd and Bianca Wallace
Q: Now, first of all, how did you guys get involved in what's basically an outback sniper hunt? You're sniping each other.
They were invited to join the project after reading the script, originally titled Voodoo Child, and were impressed by the cast and the collaborative potential on set.
“Ancestral Recall”: Jordan Clark and Atagun Ílhan collaborating with history
Q: Is there more to the story beyond the five issues we have, or a different adventure on the books for you two?
There is openness to continuing the world of Ancestral Recall, with both creators sketching future possibilities. The team would like to pursue additional installments or related projects, contingent on sales and ongoing interest from publishers and fans.

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The show centers on speculative genres, featuring in-depth interviews with creators across comics, film, and television, plus conversations about indie projects, conventions, and festival circuits. Episodes showcase how authors and filmmakers develop ambitious, genre-blending work—from Afro-futurist comics and historic reimaginings to practical effects-driven horror and festival previews—along with behind-the-scenes process and publishing/promotion insights. A standout is the breadth of guests, spanning indie creators, festival organizers, and established auteurs, with a recurring emphasis on community, mentorship, and accessibility for diverse audiences.

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6. Yumy Odom
7. Akinseye Brown
8. Jordan Clark

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