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Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi

Tony Tellado

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20:16

Alitha Martinez: The Art Behind OMNI

Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi ·

2026/01/21

In this episode, we sit down with legendary comic book artist Alitha Martinez to explore her latest work on OMNI, a graphic novel from Humanoids that blends science fiction, social commentary, and kinetic storytelling. With over two decades in the industry, Alitha brings a wealth of experience and insight to the conversation — from her early days as an assistant to Joe Quesada at Marvel Comics in the 1990s to her groundbreaking contributions across major franchises.Save 17% On Sci-Fi Talk Plus

30:32

🧪 Inside Lab Rat: Trust, Deception, and the Future of AI

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2026/01/20

I explore Lab Rat, a taut near‑future sci‑fi thriller where a group of scientists find themselves locked in a room with a chilling revelation: one of them is an AI in disguise — and it has been lying to them. With no way out until they uncover the truth, paranoia rises, alliances fracture, and the line between human and machine blurs in unsettling ways. Tony sits down with the filmmaker to unpack the film’s provocative concept, its claustrophobic tension, and the creative journey that led to Lab Rat

20:27

Aleks Paunovic From Percy Jackson

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2026/01/19

🌀 Becoming a Cyclops, Surviving the Heat, and Stepping Into Legends In this episode, Tony connects over Zoom with actor Aleks Paunovic, whose towering physicality and grounded emotional presence have made him a standout across genre television. Most recently, he brings the iconic Polyphemus to life in Percy Jackson and the Olympians, delivering a performance that’s equal parts monstrous, tragic, and unexpectedly human. 🔍 What We Dive Into 👁️ Transforming into Polyphemus The prosthetics, the

7:51

Byte Mercy: Can AI Pass Judgement ?

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2026/01/18

⚖️ When the Judge Is an Algorithm: Exploring Mercy In this episode of Byte, Tony dives into Mercy, the provocative new Amazon MGM Studios (who provided the audio) thriller that imagines a justice system run not by humans, but by an AI judge — a machine empowered to weigh evidence, determine guilt, and deliver sentences with cold precision. The film raises a question that feels less like science fiction and more like tomorrow’s headline: If you remove the human element from justice, do you also

6:37

Byte Sit Down Interviews For Avatar Fire And Ash

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2026/01/17

🌋 Returning to Pandora: Evolution, Legacy, and the Cost of SurvivalIn this special episode of Byte,you'll hear from the cast and creative force behind Avatar: Fire and Ash, the next sweeping chapter in James Cameron’s epic saga. With interviews provided by 20th Century Fox, this conversation dives into the emotional stakes, the technological leaps, and the expanding mythology that define this new era of Pandora. Fire and Ash pushes the Na’vi and humanity toward a collision point — one shaped by

22:20

Memory: The Origin of Alien

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2026/01/16

🧠 Unearthing the Mythology Behind a MasterpieceIn this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci‑Fi, Tony dives into the documentary Memory: The Origin of Alien, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Alexandre O. Philippe. More than a behind‑the‑scenes chronicle, the film excavates the artistic, cultural, and psychological roots of Alien — revealing how one of cinema’s most iconic creatures emerged from a collision of mythology, personal trauma, and collective fear. This documentary became the first

32:38

Orville's Peter Macon

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2026/01/15

🎙️ Finding Truth Beneath the Prosthetics: A Conversation with Peter MaconIn this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci‑Fi, Tony chats with the incomparable Peter Macon — an actor whose commanding presence and emotional intelligence have made him one of the most compelling performers working in genre today. Macon is widely known for his role as Lt. Commander Bortus on The Orville, where he brings humor, gravitas, and cultural nuance to one of the series’ most beloved characters. More recently,

12:44

Batman: Year One

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2026/01/14

🦇 Gotham Begins: Corruption, Courage, and the Birth of a PartnershipIn this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi, we examine Batman: Year One, the animated adaptation of Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli’s seminal comic arc. Directed by Lauren Montgomery and Sam Liu, the film reimagines Gotham not as a playground for capes and villains, but as a decaying city teetering on the edge — where two men, unaware of each other’s mission, begin reshaping its future. 🎙️ Featured Voices Bruce Timm

21:52

Inside Lumon: Set Decoration on Severance with Andrew...

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2026/01/13

🗂️ Designing the Divide: How Set Decoration Shapes the Severed Mind This episode steps into the unnervingly pristine halls of Lumon Industries with Andrew Baseman, the Emmy‑nominated set decorator behind the unforgettable visual language of Severance. His work transforms sterile corporate architecture into a psychological battleground — one cubicle, corridor, and curated object at a time. Baseman breaks down how set decoration becomes a storytelling engine in a world where employees live two lives:

16:43

REWIND — Colony Season Two - The Cost Of Survival

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2026/01/12

Inside the Occupation, the Resistance, and the Cost of Survival Season Two of Colony deepens everything that made the series one of the most compelling dystopian dramas of the last decade. Set in a fractured, authoritarian Los Angeles under alien rule, the show sharpens its focus on loyalty, rebellion, and the impossible choices ordinary people face when their world is carved up by occupiers and collaborators. Interviews include: Josh Holloway as Will Bowman A former Army Ranger and FBI agent, Will

4:00

Byte: 🌍 Return to the Brink: Inside Greenland 2

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2026/01/11

In this episode of Byte, Greenland 2 raises the stakes far beyond falling debris — exploring what happens after the world ends, and how humanity rebuilds in the shadow of catastrophe.Gerard Butler, Morena Baccarin, and director/producer Ric Roman Waugh break down the fsequel thanks to Lionsgate. 🎧 Why This Episode Matters Greenland 2 isn’t just a continuation — it’s a reinvention. A look at how a sequel can deepen its world, sharpen its emotional stakes, and challenge its characters in ways

4:21

Byte: 🦍 Inside Primate: Survival, and the Edges of...

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2026/01/10

In this episode of Byte, a look into Primate, the gripping new sci‑fi thriller that blends creature‑feature intensity with a surprisingly emotional core. The film pushes beyond genre expectations, exploring what happens when human ambition collides with the unknown — and what it truly means to survive. You'll hear interviews thanks to Paramount Pictures with: Benjamin Cheng Gia Hunter Jessica Alexander Johnny Sequoyah Miguel Torres Umba Johannes Roberts — Director & Co‑Writer

50:39

Rewind — Michael A. Levine on Crafting Iconic Sounds

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2026/01/09

On Rewind, Tony Zooms with Emmy‑nominated composer Michael A. Levine, a creator whose musical fingerprints are everywhere—from the instantly recognizable Kit Kat Bar jingle to the haunting, otherworldly soundscape of Freeform’s hit series Siren.In this conversation, Levine pulls back the curtain on his creative process, revealing how he blends experimentation, emotional intuition, and a deep respect for sonic storytelling. One of the most fascinating insights: how he wove real whale vocalizations

10:41

Explore Monthly — January Edition

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2026/01/08

Episode 1: A New Year of Stories, Surprises, and Sci‑Fi SparksWelcome to the first Explore Monthly of the new year, where we kick off 2026 with a packed slate of genre news, casting shake‑ups, behind‑the‑scenes revelations, and a few unexpected delights from across film, TV, audio, and fandom. January wastes no time delivering big stories, and neither do we. 🎥 Spotlight Stories Variety Rings in the New Year With Horror Variety opens 2026 by highlighting a wave of New Year’s horror

20:32

Rewind Stargate Universe

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2026/01/07

From SDCC, a look back at season one with Robert Carlyle, David Blue, Brian J Smith, Alaina Huffman and more.

20:58

Icarus Down Revisited

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2026/01/06

I disccused this film with director Paul Nicoletos and his star Tedi Nicoletos as they tried to get financing. The film met it's goal and a short was produced.

27:49

Cory Doctorow on Radicalized

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2026/01/05

In this episode, Tony sits down with award‑winning author, activist, and digital rights advocate Cory Doctorow to explore his acclaimed story collection Radicalized — four near‑future novellas that channel our deepest cultural anxieties into sharp, human‑centered speculative fiction.Doctorow’s work has always lived at the crossroads of technology, power, and personal agency, and Radicalized distills those themes into four unforgettable narratives: “Unauthorized Bread” — a tale of immigrant

27:43

Mattie Do Takes On A Long Walk In Lao

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2026/01/02

In the Long Walk, Director Mattie Do talks about her film that is difficult to put in one box alone. Is it science fiction, fantasy, are there horror elements ? Lots of layers to explore in this interesting film. Not the Stephen King adaptation. #thelongwalk

12:29

The Human Element: The Science Of Mars

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2026/01/01

A dive into the captivating world of space exploration and the challenges faced by those who venture into the unknown. Leland Melvin shares his unique perspective on leadership in hostile environments, shedding light on the life-or-death decision-making processes astronauts encounter in space. Stephen Petranek, Lucianne Walkowitz, and Dr. Michio Kaku discuss the complex relationship between government funding and private enterprise in the space industry.As we peel back the layers of romanticism

21:14

Steven Price Scoring Memorable Gravity

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2026/01/01

Talented composer who has worked with Edgar Wright plus Howard Shore on the Lord Of The Rings original trilogy as well. He won an Oscar for his original score for the film Gravity. #gravity

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