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Explore Monthly July 2026

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2026/07/02

July’s episode is stacked — major franchise updates, bold creative swings, industry losses, and one of the biggest “power rankings” lists in fandom history. This edition gives your listeners a clean, high‑impact overview of what’s shaping genre storytelling right now. The Stories This Month Silo Season Three Supergirl — Screenwriter Speaks My Take On Supergirl House of the Dragon Robert Eggers’ Werwulf Five Nights at Freddy’s 3 Writer The Death of Robin Hood — Make‑Up & Costumes An Absolute

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Rewind — Falling Skies Season Three

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/07/01

Season Three of Falling Skies opens with a bold time jump, dropping the 2nd Mass into a radically changed world. Charleston has become a fledgling capital, Tom Mason is now President, and humanity is attempting to rebuild while still under the shadow of alien occupation. But the biggest shift is the uneasy alliance with the Volm, a mysterious extraterrestrial race promising salvation from the Espheni. Their arrival brings hope, suspicion, and a new layer of political tension — especially as the 2nd

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Bear McCreary: The Sound of Epic Worlds

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2026/06/30

A roundtable with Bear McCreary at San Diego Comic‑Con is a gift — he’s one of the few composers whose work doesn’t just accompany genre storytelling, it defines it. Bear McCreary, the Emmy‑nominated composer whose music has shaped some of the most influential genre stories of the last two decades. With six Emmy nominations and a résumé that spans space opera, pirate adventure, apocalyptic horror, dystopian sci‑fi, and high fantasy, McCreary’s work has become synonymous with emotional depth and

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The Walking Dead — Medina Senghore on Annie Smith

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2026/06/29

In this episode, Tony chattged with Medina Senghore, who brought quiet strength and emotional clarity to Annie Smith in The Walking Dead’s final season. Introduced in Season 11, Episode 13 (“Warlords”), Annie emerges as a respected figure within the Riverbend/Riverside community, offering counsel, stability, and moral grounding during one of the show’s most politically volatile arcs. Though her time on the series is brief, Annie’s presence reshapes the emotional landscape around Negan, revealing a

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Byte Sugar — LA Premiere Red Carpet

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/06/28

With Colin Farrell, Laura Donnelly, Jin Ha, Raymond Lee, Sasha Calle, Tony Dalton, Shea Whigham, Gary Tieche & Sam Catlin In this Sugar red‑carpet edition of Byte, Thanks to Apple TV Plus, Tony takes listeners inside the Los Angeles premiere of Apple TV+’s genre‑bending detective series. With interviews from the cast and creative team, this episode explores how Sugar reinvents the private‑investigator story — blending noir, emotional vulnerability, and a quietly radical take on what it means to

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Byte: Supergirl

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/06/27

With Milly Alcock, Jason Momoa, Eve Ridley, Ana Nogueira, James Gunn & Craig Gillespie** In this special sit‑down edition of Byte, Tony dives deep into Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, the bold new chapter of the DC Universe. Courtesy of Warner Bros., this episode features conversations with the film’s stars and creative team — exploring the emotional core, cosmic scale, and character‑driven storytelling behind one of DC’s most anticipated films. Milly Alcock steps into the cape as Kara Zor‑El,

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Rewind: Invincible — Part Two

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2026/06/26

Zazie Beetz, Gillian Jacobs & Simon Racioppa In the conclusion of this two‑part Rewind on Invincible, Tony turns the spotlight toward the women who help define the show’s emotional and moral landscape — Zazie Beetz (Amber Bennett) and Gillian Jacobs (Atom Eve) — along with a bonus conversation with Executive Producer Simon Racioppa on shaping Season Two. Where Part One explored fathers, sons, and the burden of legacy, this episode dives into identity, agency, and the cost of choosing your own

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Rewind: Invincible — Part One

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/06/25

In this first half of a two‑part deep dive, Tony revisits the explosive beginnings of Invincible, the groundbreaking adult animated superhero series created by Robert Kirkman for Amazon Prime Video. Based on the Image Comics series he co‑created with Cory Walker and Ryan Ottley, Invincible redefined what superhero storytelling could be—violent, vulnerable, and unafraid to interrogate legacy, identity, and the cost of power. This episode brings together three of the creative forces who shaped the

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Rewind Creepshow –More Than the Panels

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/06/24

In this , we head to San Diego Comic‑Con for conversations with the artists breathing new life into the iconic horror anthology. From resurrecting the tone of the original film to crafting new stories that drip with pulp, humor, and dread, this is Creepshow as only these creators could tell it. Tricia Helfer Giancarlo Esposito Showrunner Greg Nicotero—a lifelong fan of the original film And More SAVE 17% ON PLUS TODAY

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Brian Yuzna's Tiki Terror

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/06/23

In this episode, Tony zoomed with legendary filmmaker Brian Yuzna—the mind behind Re‑Animator, Society, and some of the wildest practical‑effects nightmares ever put on screen. Now he’s turning his attention to a new project: Tales of Blood Island, a tropical fever dream blending zombies, voodoo, and the vibrant, uncanny world of Tiki Horror. From pulp comics to Polynesian mythology to mid‑century Tiki culture, Yuzna breaks down how this new anthology taps into a corner of horror that’s rarely

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Batman: Death in the Family, Part 1

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2026/06/22

In this NYCC virtual roundtable edition , Tony zoomed with the cast and creative mind behind Batman: Death in the Family Part 1, the bold interactive film that revisits — and radically reshapes — the infamous 1988 storyline A Death in the Family. Writer‑director Brandon Vietti, alongside actors Bruce Greenwood, Vincent Martella, and Zehra Fazal, explore how this project reopens one of the darkest chapters in Batman history and invites fans to consider the alternate paths Jason Todd’s life could

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Byte — Toy Story 5: Hollywood Red Carpet

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2026/06/21

Courtesy of Disney PicturesIn this star‑packed Hollywood red carpet edition of Byte, Tony brings listeners into the heart of the Toy Story 5 world premiere — a celebration of legacy, reinvention, and the enduring emotional power of Pixar’s most beloved franchise. From legendary voices returning to the booth to new cast members stepping into the Toy Story universe for the first time, this episode captures the full spectrum of excitement, nostalgia, and creative insight. Featuring conversations with

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Byte Toy Story 5

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/06/20

Conversations with Kenna Harris, Lindsey Collins, Joan Cusack, Greta Lee & Tony Hale In this special Pixar‑focused episode of Byte, sits down interviews with the creative minds and beloved cast behind Toy Story 5 — a film that arrives at a moment when audiences need its message more than ever courtesy of Disney Pictures. Co‑Director Kenna Harris, Producer Lindsey Collins, and actors Joan Cusack, Greta Lee, and Tony Hale open up about crafting a story that honors the franchise’s legacy while

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Ji: Love and Duty Across Ruins

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/06/19

Tony revisits Ji, a visually striking sci‑fi romance short that imagines a future where humanity has fractured across worlds. After centuries of pollution, war, and collapse, Earth is left in ruins. The East escapes to build a pristine off‑world colony called Nilo, while the West seals itself behind fortified walls.From this divide emerges Ji, a disciplined Nilo general played by Lewis Tan. Rumors swirl on Nilo that life still exists on Earth — a claim their government denies. Ji risks everything

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The Shipment — A Father's Last Cargo

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/06/18

A Conversation with Aleks Paunovic, Bobby Bala, and the Creative TeamIn this Tribeca Memories installment, we revisit a standout sci‑fi short that left a lasting impression on festival audiences: The Shipment. Set in a gritty future where survival often comes at the cost of morality, the film follows a former slave trader who has abandoned that life to become a cargo hauler, ferrying goods between distant planets. But when one job becomes his only chance to secure a future for himself and his

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Tribeca Memories

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/06/17

Recorded Live at the Tribeca Film FestivalIn this special retrospective episode, we revisit two standout conversations recorded live at the Tribeca Film Festival — moments that capture the raw creative pulse of independent filmmaking. First, actor and producer Elijah Wood joins us to discuss his darkly comedic thriller Come To Daddy, reflecting on the film’s twisted emotional core, its genre‑bending tone, and the joy of championing bold, off‑kilter storytelling. Then, acclaimed director Mary

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Rewind — Silo Season Two

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/06/16

Shirley, Knox, Martha, Carla, and the evolving machinery of rebellion In this episode of Rewind, Tony returns to the claustrophobic, pressure‑cooker world of Silo as Season Two pushes deeper into the political fractures, emotional loyalties, and mechanical realities of life 244 levels underground. With Juliette’s actions reverberating through every floor, the people who keep the Silo running — literally and spiritually — step into the spotlight. Tony speaks with Remmie Milner, Shane McRae, Harriet

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Rewind: Silo: Truth, Power, and the Descent Into 244...

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/06/15

Rebecca Ferguson, Common & Graham Yost on identity, control, and Juliet’s rise In this episode of Rewind, Tony revisits the world of Silo, the Apple TV+ adaptation of Hugh Howey’s bestselling trilogy about a future where humanity survives in a massive underground structure — 244 levels deep — built on rules, fear, and a carefully curated version of the truth. After years of development attempts and false starts, Silo finally found its home on Apple TV+, becoming one of the platform’s most

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Byte Disclosure Day: New York City Premiere

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/06/14

Colman Domingo, Steven Spielberg, Wyatt Russell, Emily Blunt & David Koepp on character, craft, and the film’s core themes For the New York City premiere of Disclosure Day, a buzzing red carpet to talk with the cast and creative team behind one of the year’s most anticipated films. From character dynamics to thematic undercurrents to the collaborative spark between actors and filmmakers, this episode captures the premiere’s energy and the artistry behind the movie. Featuring interviews

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Byte — Disclosure Day: UK Premiere Red Carpet

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/06/13

Steven Spielberg, Eve Hewson, Colin Firth, Colman Domingo & Josh O’Connor on music, dual roles, confrontations, and the train sequence In this special UK‑premiere edition of Byte, Tony takes listeners straight onto the red carpet for Disclosure Day, gathering exclusive conversations with the film’s powerhouse creative team and cast. From the emotional architecture of John Williams’ score to the film’s most explosive character moments, this episode captures the artistry and ambition behind one of

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