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Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi
Hosted by Tony Tellado · EN
Where Imagination Meets What It Means To Be Human
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Batman: Death in the Family, Part 1
3d ago00:24:59Tap to summarizeIn 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 have taken. A Death in the Family was a watershed moment in comic history — a storyline that asked fans to decide a Robin’s fate. Batman: Death in the Family Part 1 reopens that wound, reframes the question, and challenges viewers to confront the consequences of choice. SAVE 17% On Plus
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Byte — Toy Story 5: Hollywood Red Carpet
4d ago00:12:06Tap to summarizeCourtesy of Disney Pictures In 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 actors, filmmakers, Pixar leadership, and surprise guests, this is the definitive audio time capsule of the night. Featured Are: Anna Vocino Bonnie Hunt Conan O’Brien Craig Robinson Greta Lee Jay Hernandez Jeff Bergman Jim Morris — President of Pixar on the studio’s evolving creative mission. Pete Docter — Pixar’s Chief Creative Officer on crafting stories that endure. Joan Cusack John Ratzenberger Kenna Harris Lindsey Collins Andrew Stanton Kristen Schaal Krys Marshall Lori Alan Melissa Villaseñor Mykal‑Michelle Harris Shelby Rabara Taylor Swift Tim Allen Tom Hanks Tony Hale SAVE 17% ON PLUS
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Byte Toy Story 5
5d ago00:07:52Tap to summarizeConversations 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 pushing its characters into bold new emotional territory. The conversations explore the film’s timely themes, Jessie’s powerful new arc, and the enduring magic that makes Toy Story one of the most cherished series in animation history. SAVE 17% ON PLUS
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Ji: Love and Duty Across Ruins
6d ago00:25:00Tap to summarizeTony 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 to descend to the planet of his ancestors, only to discover Tiffany, a resilient Earth survivor portrayed by Eva De Dominici. Their connection forces Ji into a choice that could reshape both worlds. Tony chatted with Ben Griffin to explore the film’s emotional core, its world‑building, and the timeless tension between duty and love. SAVE 17% ON PLUS
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The Shipment — A Father's Last Cargo
1w ago00:33:59Tap to summarizeA Conversation with Aleks Paunovic, Bobby Bala, and the Creative Team In 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 daughter, he’s forced to confront a devastating price — one that threatens to pull him back into the darkness he thought he’d escaped. Recorded live at the iconic Roxy Hotel in New York City, Tony sat down with fan‑favorite actor Aleks Paunovic, director Bobby Bala, and members of the creative team to explore the film’s emotional core, its world‑building, and the personal stories behind its creation. The Shipment is a reminder that sci‑fi isn’t just about ships and planets — it’s about the choices that define us. This episode captures the creative heartbeat behind a film that blends genre spectacle with intimate storytelling, all through the lens of a team committed to pushing boundaries. See it on Dusk SAVE 17% ON PLUS
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Tribeca Memories
1w ago00:07:13Tap to summarizeRecorded Live at the Tribeca Film Festival In 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 Harron sits down to explore Charley Says, her haunting and humanistic portrait of the women once under Charles Manson’s influence. Together, these conversations form a living archive of Tribeca’s spirit — fearless, curious, and deeply committed to the power of character‑driven stories. SAVE 17% ON PLUS
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Rewind — Silo Season Two
1w ago00:23:07Tap to summarizeShirley, 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 Walter, Claire Perkins, and Overall VFX Supervisor Daniel Rauchberger to explore how Season Two expands the world, sharpens the stakes, and reveals the human cost of truth in a society built on lies. Production Designer Nicole Northridge’s work also takes center stage as the Silo’s environments evolve in scale, texture, and tension.
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Rewind: Silo: Truth, Power, and the Descent Into 244 Levels of Secrets
1w ago00:15:34Tap to summarizeRebecca 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 acclaimed sci‑fi dramas. Tony sits down with Rebecca Ferguson, Common, and creator Graham Yost to explore the show’s central themes and the emotional and moral weight carried by its characters. What Is Truth? The question that haunts every level of the Silo. Rebecca Ferguson reflects on Juliet’s relentless pursuit of truth — not as an abstract ideal, but as a survival instinct. Common on Robert Sims: A Rough First Season Graham Yost on Juliet’s Arc SAVE 17% ON PLUS
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Byte Disclosure Day: New York City Premiere
2w ago00:07:50Tap to summarizeColman 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 with: Steven Spielberg — Director Colman Domingo — “Hugo Wakefield” Colin Firth (discussed in context) — “Noah Scanlan” Wyatt Russell — “Jackson” Emily Blunt — “Margaret Fairchild” David Koepp — Writer Colman Domingo — on the emotional and psychological layers of playing Hugo, and how his dynamic with Colin Firth’s Noah becomes one of the film’s most charged relationships. Steven Spielberg — reflecting on shaping the film’s tone, balancing suspense with humanity, and why New York premieres always feel like a homecoming. Wyatt Russell — offering heartfelt praise for Emily Blunt, calling her presence “a masterclass in precision and instinct.” Emily Blunt — on grounding the film’s emotional stakes and building a character who carries both resilience and vulnerability. David Koepp — breaking down one of the film’s central themes: the cost of truth when everyone believes they already know it. SAVE 17% ON PLUS
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Byte — Disclosure Day: UK Premiere Red Carpet
2w ago00:13:06Tap to summarizeSteven 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 the year’s most talked‑about releases. Featuring interviews with: Steven Spielberg — Director Eve Hewson — in a striking dual role as Jane Blankenship Colin Firth — “Noah Scanlon” Colman Domingo — “Hugo Wakefield” Josh O’Connor — “Dr. Daniel Kellner Steven Spielberg — on shaping the film’s emotional spine, collaborating once again with John Williams, and why the score had to feel both intimate and operatic. Eve Hewson — breaking down the challenge and thrill of playing two characters whose identities collide at the heart of the story. Colman Domingo & Colin Firth — reflecting on the film’s pivotal confrontation between Hugo and Noah, a scene that became a defining moment for both actors. Josh O’Connor — on grounding the film’s moral tension through Elias’ perspective. The Train Sequence — Spielberg and the cast unpack the technical choreography, emotional stakes, and practical effects behind the film’s most ambitious set piece. SAVE 17% ON PLUS
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