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Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi

Tony Tellado
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Teegan Burns
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Tom Payne
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Where Imagination Meets What It Means To Be Human

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I chatted with the actor and director of the movie looking back on the best Star Trek The Next Generation movie.

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✨ A Writer Who Moves Between Worlds

In this episode of Byte, Tony sits down with Marc Bernardin — journalist, screenwriter, comic book creator, and author of the acclaimed graphic novel Adora and the Distance. Bernardin’s work spans mediums and genre... more

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🌵 A Parched Future, A Fractured Humanity

In this episode, Tony revisits Young Ones, Jake Paltrow’s haunting, dust‑choked vision of a United States brought to its knees by a catastrophic drought. Water has become the rarest currency, violence is comm... more

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In this episode, Tony talked with the endlessly inventive Matt Frewer, an actor whose career has shaped—and reshaped—multiple corners of sci‑fi, fantasy, and pop culture. From the groundbreaking digital satire of Max Headroom to the myth‑forged world... more

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In this episode, Tony Tellado dives into The Deal, a gripping near‑future sci‑fi thriller that imagines a world where survival comes at the ultimate cost. In this society, citizens can sign a contract guaranteeing twenty years of food, shelter, and s... more

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🖖 A Steady Hand in a Galaxy Reborn

This week on Trek Tuesday, Tony sits down with Oded Fehr, the commanding presence behind Admiral Charles Vance, for a thoughtful and far‑reaching conversation about the future of Starfleet and the evolution of one ... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Frewer
Talented actor known for his roles in various iconic TV shows and films.
Episode: Matt Frewer: From Glitchy Icons to Mythic Visionaries
Sumalee Montano
Actress known for her role in The Deal, inspired by her own mother
Episode: 🧾 Inside The Deal: Survival, Sacrifice, and the Price of Security
Dean Devlin
Producer of The Deal, known for his work in film and television
Episode: 🧾 Inside The Deal: Survival, Sacrifice, and the Price of Security
Oded Fehr
Actor known for his role as Admiral Vance on Star Trek Discovery and Starfleet Academy
Star Trek
Episode: TREK TUESDAY — Oded Fehr on Admiral Vance
Scott Grimes
Actor playing Lieutenant Gordon Malloy
Episode: Rewind The Orville
Penny Johnson Jerald
Actress portraying Dr. Claire Finn
Episode: Rewind The Orville
Brannon Braga
Executive producer with a solid Star Trek background
Episode: Rewind The Orville
David A Goodman
Executive producer
Episode: Rewind The Orville
Adrianne Palicki
Actress playing Kelly Grayson, the first officer
Episode: Rewind The Orville

Hosts

Tony Toledo
Host of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi.
Tony Tolotto
Host of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi.
Tony Tullado
Host of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Positive and intense

    Love the low-fi feel of the older interviews and the fact that these gentleman know their sci-fi. They are a friendly delight ! My guilty pleasure

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Neil B Johnson
    United States2 years ago
  • We

    The well

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    srrawoaq
    United States5 years ago
  • A Must Listen For Any Sci-Fi Fan

    I've been listening to Sci-Fi Talk since 2008. Tony Tellado is one of the BEST interviewers in the businsess. Another great aspect of the podcast is Tony not only interviews television and film actors, but also professionals involved in almost every sector of film and television production, including directors, producers, showrunners, writers, cinematographers, composers, authors, makeup artists, etc. Sci-Fi Talk is always a source of fascinating insight inside the minds of top genre creatives.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Terez
    United States8 years ago
  • A great interview show!

    If you like genre TV, movies, or projects in general, then you should be istening to this show! The host is a great interviewer, and he gets tons of great guests. It's Sci Fi talk but so much more. Higly Recommended!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheMikeSpring
    United States8 years ago
  • Love the podcast! But / is not a backslash!!!

    I've been listening to your podcast for years, and thought I should give you a review.

    Great podcast! I do a podcast, too, called The Walking Dead Talk Through, but that's not why I thought I'd give you a review.

    One minor nitpick, Tony, and something that makes me wince every time I hear you say it. "/" is a slash, or forward slash. A backslash is "\". I know I'm 100% right - I am a web systems analyst by profession. Any slash in a URL is a slash or forward slash. Please correct this so I sto... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    coofuushun
    United States9 years ago
  • One of the best genre podcasts — period.

    I’ve been listening to Sci-Fi Talk since I met Tony at San Diego Comics Con in 2013. Great guy, superb interviewer, and very knowledge about all things genre. Add this podcast to your list — now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Full Bleed
    United States10 years ago
  • Very interesting and informative interviews

    He always tracks down top sci fi celebrities and gets them talking about cool things.

    If there is any criticism it's that he can come across as a bit of a yes-man, just agreeing with them and possibly missing opportunities to push questions deeper.

    But really, he does a great job. Recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frosty87
    Australia13 years ago
  • Very Nice!

    I love this podcast! Great interviewer. How about an interview of a cast member of The Event.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    jjbauer15
    United States15 years ago
  • Incredible Interviews

    Tony Tellado is a first rate interviewer. He has an incredible line up of Sci-Fi stars and creators on his show. I have yet to find another Podcast that features so many stars and creators talking about their work in one on one interviews. I highly recommend this Podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PierceP525
    United States17 years ago
  • What a wealth!

    Fabulous collection of interviews!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chamilet
    United States19 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many reviews highlight the host's ability to facilitate fascinating and in-depth conversations about significant themes in the genre.
Audience members often mention the show's strong focus on creativity and humanity, showcasing its appeal to fans of science fiction.
Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions and the unique perspectives brought forth by industry guests.

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Composing Pandora: A Conversation with Simon Franglen
Q: What was your process for writing the song that Zoe Saldaña sings in Avatar 2?
Franglen stated he wrote the song chord in English first, then translated it into Navi with assistance from a translator, ensuring it was singable.
Composing Pandora: A Conversation with Simon Franglen
Q: How did you go about having Miley Cyrus sing a song for the film?
The choice for Miley to sing came from Jim, who suggested it after meeting her at a Disney event, and Franglen had already been considering a song related to connection.
Composing Pandora: A Conversation with Simon Franglen
Q: Did you kind of want the same style as James Horner but mix it with your own?
Franglen aims to honor James Horner while also bringing his unique style to the scores, ensuring they retain a connective DNA throughout the films.
Inside Lumon: Set Decoration on Severance with Andrew Baseman
Q: What challenges did you face in decorating for Severance?
We had a lot of stark white and had to balance it with colors and character-specific decorations, working closely with the prop master.
Inside Lumon: Set Decoration on Severance with Andrew Baseman
Q: How does it feel to be Emmy nominated?
It's justification that people like my work, and it's just so great to be a part of the whole.

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What is Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content centers around the exploration of human experiences as seen through the lens of science fiction. Various themes recur across episodes, such as character development in narrative storytelling, the impact of visual effects in film production, and in-depth conversations with actors and creators involved in notable projects. Notably, episodes feature discussions about iconic works like 'Tales of the Walking Dead' and 'Avatar,' providing insights into their creation and key thematic elements while intertwining deep human emotions with fantastical scenarios. Interviews often highlight behind-the-scenes challenges and narrative arcs, making it a rich resource for fans of the genre who appreciate not only storytelling but the craftsmans... more

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Recent guests on Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi include:

1. Matt Frewer
2. Sumalee Montano
3. Dean Devlin
4. Oded Fehr
5. Scott Grimes
6. Penny Johnson Jerald
7. Brannon Braga
8. David A Goodman

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