Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi

15:50

Villains - Secrets From Unexpected Places

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/08/18

Tony chats with directors Dan Berk and Robert Olsen to dig into the twisted, darkly comedic world of Villains—their breakout thriller starring Bill Skarsgård, Maika Monroe, and Jeffrey Donovan. What begins as a simple home invasion spirals into a surreal nightmare when two amateur criminals stumble into a secret their victims will do anything to protect. The conversation opens with Berk and Olsen sharing how crucial it was to bring Maika Monroe into the project—and how her instincts, presence, and

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18:02

Scoring the Ancient World: Kara Talve & Anže Rozman

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2026/08/17

Tony zooms with composers Kara Talve and Anže Rozman, the musical architects behind Prehistoric Planet. Their score blends cutting‑edge experimentation with classical orchestral storytelling — all in service of bringing long‑extinct creatures to life through sound.From building instruments out of 3D‑printed fossil replicas to designing orchestral combinations that convey scale, movement, and behavior, Kara and Anže reveal how they crafted a sonic world that feels both scientifically grounded and

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10:53

BYTE — Coyote vs. Acme:

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/08/16

Featuring Dave Green, Eric Bauza, John Cena, Lana Condor & Will Forte Audio courtesy of Warner Bros. Tony brings you the creative team and cast of Coyote vs. Acme, exploring how they brought one of animation’s most iconic characters — Wile E. Coyote — into a new era of storytelling. Director Dave Green and stars Eric Bauza, John Cena, Lana Condor, and Will Forte dive into character interpretation, comedic philosophy, emotional beats, and the timeless cultural impact of the Looney Tunes

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9:23

BYTE — X‑Men ’97 Finale Screening Event

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/08/15

Featuring the Cast & Executive Producers of X‑Men ’97 Audio courtesy of Disney+ Recorded live at the X‑Men ’97 Finale Screening Event, this episode of Byte captures the voices behind Marvel’s most emotionally charged animated revival. Tony brings you legacy performers, new‑era cast members, and the executive producers who shaped the show’s modern identity. Across the conversations, the cast reflects on their characters, the finale’s emotional stakes, and the enduring cultural power of the X‑Men

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27:27

Rewind — Inside The Watch

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/08/14

A Conversation with Executive Producer Simon AllenReinventing Ankh‑Morpork for a New Medium The Watch is one of the most daring and divisive fantasy adaptations of the last decade — a punk‑rock, genre‑bending police procedural inspired by Terry Pratchett’s Ankh‑Morpork City Watch. Developed by BBC Studios for BBC America, the series premiered 3 January 2021 and later arrived on BBC iPlayer on 1 July 2021, introducing viewers to a world where crime, chaos, magic, satire, and rebellion collide. In

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32:04

Rewind — Special Episode: The End Is Nye

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2026/08/13

Bill Nye & Brannon Braga on Science, Disasters, and the Stories That Save LivesIn this special edition of Rewind, Tony explores the explosive, urgent, and deeply scientific world of The End Is Nye — a series that confronts real natural disasters and shows how science can help us survive, adapt, and rebuild. This episode features two conversations woven together: Bill Nye, host of The End Is Nye, on the science behind extreme weather, natural disasters, and the solutions that can protect

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18:47

Mark O’Brien on Parallel

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2026/08/12

In this episode, Tony chats with actor Mark O’Brien, who stars as Josh in the mind‑bending parallel‑universe thriller Parallel. The conversation explores how Mark approaches characters caught between moral tension, existential stakes, and the unknown — themes that echo across his standout performances in Arrival and Bad Times at the El Royale.Mark breaks down the creative and psychological challenges of starring in Parallel, a sci‑fi film where a group of friends discover a mirror that opens

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51:37

Journey to Arrakis — Episode 4: Kevin J. Anderson

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2026/08/11

Building the Dune Prequel Universe In this chapter of Journey to Arrakis, Tony chatted with bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson, the longtime creative partner of Brian Herbert, to explore how the two architects of modern Dune lore constructed the sweeping prequel era — from House Atreides to The Butlerian Jihad and beyond. This episode dives into the craft, research, and narrative engineering behind the novels that broadened the Imperium’s history, deepened its mythology, and introduced generations

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27:54

Vincent Van Dyke: Creatures, Mutations & Effects

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2026/08/10

Prosthetic Makeup Effects Designer — Spider‑Noir, Fallout, Star Trek: Picard Tony zoomed with acclaimed prosthetic makeup effects designer Vincent Van Dyke, whose work continues to redefine how genre characters are built — physically, digitally, and emotionally. From the noir‑soaked streets of Spider‑Noir to the irradiated wastelands of Fallout, Vincent shares the craft, innovation, and storytelling instincts behind some of today’s most memorable transformations. Spider‑Noir — Building a Stylized,

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7:35

BYTE — The End of Oak Street 2

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/08/09

Featuring Anne Hathaway, Ewan McGregor & J.J. Abrams** Audio Courtesy Of Warner Bros Time Travel. Marriage, Dinos, and Making Of In this episode of BYTE, Anne Hathaway, Ewan McGregor, and producer J.J. Abrams to explore the emotional and cinematic engine behind The End of Oak Street. With audio from Warner Bros, the trio break down the film’s central relationship, its time‑bending mystery, and the massive scope that transforms Oak Street into one of the summer’s most ambitious genre

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9:25

Byte The End Of Oak Street

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2026/08/08

Featuring Christian Convey, Maisy Stella & David Robert Mitchell Inside The Action, The Heart And Dinosaurs In this episode of BYTE, Tony dives into the thrilling world of The End of Oak Street with audio courtesy of Warner Bros. Stars Christian Convey and Maisy Stella, along with writer‑director David Robert Mitchell, break down the film’s pulse‑pounding action, its surprising emotional depth, and the dinosaur‑driven spectacle that powers its biggest moments. The Action That Drives the

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15:49

Paola Lázaro: Building Princess, and Finding Truth in...

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2026/08/07

Paola Lázaro — actor, playwright, and creator of unforgettable characters. Best known for portraying Juanita “Princess” Sanchez on AMC’s The Walking Dead (2020–2022) and Angela Gomez in Netflix’s Obliterated (2023). She holds a Master’s degree in Playwriting from Columbia University, a foundation that deeply informs her approach to character creation and emotional storytelling.In this episode, Tony chatted with Paola Lázaro for a vibrant, honest, and deeply creative conversation about her journey

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15:04

Explore Monthly: A Month of Big Swings

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2026/08/06

August brings a mix of celebration, reinvention, and reflection across the genre landscape. From DC’s latest casting shakeups to Marvel retrospectives, from animated Warhammer to the future of Children of Blood and Bone, this episode captures the pulse of where sci‑fi, horror, and comics are heading next.DC AND MARVEL HORROR AND DARK FANTASY'S BIG SWINGS TV STREAMING EXPANDING AND BIG BETS RANKING ALL MCU MOVIES Sci‑Fi Talk Plus is in orbit! Get premium, commercial‑free podcasts and videos —

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21:53

Living Inside Pluribus

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2026/08/05

A Conversation with Emmy Nominee Ashley Michelle Marsh**Where Characters Live, We Learn Who They Are In this episode Tony Tellado Zoomed with Ashley Michelle Marsh, Emmy‑nominated set decorator for Pluribus, for a deeper exploration of the lived‑in spaces that define the show’s emotional core. Ashley’s work doesn’t just fill rooms — it reveals character psychology, hidden tensions, and the uncanny dualities that run through the series. Carol’s Home: Building Familiarity in a Fractured World The

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13:15

Trek Tuesday — Strange New Worlds

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2026/08/04

Strange New Worlds hitting Season Four is a milestone — not just for the series, but for modern Trek itself. This season is bolder, stranger, more emotionally charged, and the cast you spoke with brings that evolution into sharp focus. These show notes lean into your signature blend of character insight, thematic resonance, and production craft. In this episode, Tony attended a press day with the with the cast at the start of season two to explore how relationships deepen, identities evolve, and the

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23:31

Classical Roots, Electronic Worlds With Pluribus'...

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2026/08/03

Composer of Pluribus, Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, El Camino In this episode, Tony chats with Dave Porter, the award‑winning composer behind the sonic identity of Pluribus. Known for his long‑standing creative partnership with Vince Gilligan — beginning with Breaking Bad and continuing across multiple series — Porter brings a rare combination of classical training, electronic innovation, and narrative instinct to every project he touches. This conversation explores how Porter shaped the sound of

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7:22

Byte: Marvel at Hall H — Second Edition

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2026/08/02

Featuring Simu Liu, Winston Duke & Joe RussoAudio courtesy of Marvel Studios In this follow‑up Hall H special, Byte returns to the beating heart of San Diego Comic‑Con with audio courtesy of Marvel Studios. This edition captures the excitement of Marvel’s evolving slate, the creative voices shaping its future, and the unmistakable electricity of Hall H — a room where fandom becomes a force of nature. Tony brings listeners inside the conversations that define Marvel’s next era, spotlighting

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9:08

Byte: Marvel at Hall H — San Diego Comic‑Con

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/08/01

Featuring Anthony Mackie, Danny Ramirez, Hannah John‑Kamen, Hayley Atwell, James Marsden & Kevin Feige Audio courtesy of Marvel Studios In this special Byte presentation from Hall H at San Diego Comic‑Con, Tony brings listeners inside one of the most electric rooms in entertainment. With audio courtesy of Marvel Studios, this episode captures the adrenaline, the surprises, and the creative insight that define Marvel’s biggest stage. Across film, streaming, and the expanding multiverse of

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20:48

John Koyama The Stunts Of The Boys

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2026/07/31

In this conversation, Tony Zoomed with John Koyama, the Supervising Stunt Coordinator and Second Unit Director behind some of the most explosive, outrageous, and technically demanding moments in The Boys. From the Oval Office finale to the infamous Herogasm sequence, Koyama breaks down how the team blends danger, comedy, spectacle, and character to create stunts that feel as unhinged as the world they inhabit.This episode also traces Koyama’s long‑running collaboration with Zack Snyder, including

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20:53

Stargate: The Three — A Legacy

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2026/07/30

Compiled Conversations with Amanda Tapping, Christopher Judge & Michael ShanksFew sci‑fi series have carved out a cultural footprint as enduring as Stargate SG‑1. In this special episode, Tony brings together three cornerstone voices of the franchise — Amanda Tapping, Christopher Judge, and Michael Shanks — for a reflective, deeply human look back at a series that continues to resonate decades later. Amanda Tapping — Leadership, Compassion & the Evolution of Samantha Carter Christopher

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