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Tony Tellado

Where Imagination Meets What It Means To Be Human

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  • S18 · E11
    Yesterday · 14 min

    Outlander: Blood of My Blood Roundtable

    As Season Two of Outlander: Blood of My Blood unfolds against the backdrop of the Jacobite Rebellion of 1715, the series places its characters in increasingly difficult emotional and political circumstances. In this roundtable discussion, Harriet Slater, Jamie Roy, Hermione Corfield, and Jeremy Irvine explore the bonds that define their characters, the hardships that test them, and the surprises they encountered along the way. From questions of love and sacrifice to the strength of women navigating wartime realities, the cast offers thoughtful insight into one of the season's most compelling chapters. Available commercial-free on Sci-Fi Talk Plus, including a companion video edition featuring two Season Two clips that complement the discussion and bring the world of Outlander: Blood of My Blood to life.

  • S23 · E21
    Sunday · 2 min

    Byte Rebbeca Ferguson Of Silo

    She plays engineer Juliette Nichols of the Silo charged with keeping it running. She talks about her character and finding the right accent.

  • S39 · E7
    Saturday · 9 min

    Byte: Unraveling "The Prisoner" Series: A Deep Dive into Episode One, Arrival

    Welcome to another intriguing episode of the Sci-Fi Talk's Byte Podcast. We're embarking on a captivating journey through the cerebral maze of "The Prisoner," a classic series that fiercely champions individual identity and personal freedom. We kick off with the inaugural episode titled "Arrival," where we are introduced to the enigmatic world of The Village, a place where people are stripped of their names and given numbers instead. We follow Number Six, our resilient protagonist, as he grapples with the insidious Number Two and the peculiar, yet authoritarian society he's been thrust into. Join us as I decode the first steps of Number Six's quest, from his thunderous resignation to the strategic encounters with the omnipresent Rover. We'll examine the symbolism, dissect production secrets, and delve into fan theories that swirl around this ground-breaking episode. Subscrbe To Sci-Fi Talk Plus with Low Price, Yearly discount and Cancel Anytime

  • S18 · E10
    Friday · 8 min

    Destination Moon vs. Rocketship X‑M — Birth of Serious Sci‑Fi

    Destination Moon is the scientifically grounded, engineering‑focused, optimistic vision of space travel; Rocketship X‑M is the darker, cautionary tale that uses space exploration to comment on nuclear war and human self‑destruction. Both shaped the genre, but in very different ways. Today, we’re diving into a fascinating moment in sci‑fi history — two films released just weeks apart in 1950 that helped define what science fiction on screen could be. Destination Moon and Rocketship X‑M arrived at the dawn of the space age, but they took radically different paths: one rooted in engineering realism, the other in nuclear‑age anxiety. Together, they shaped the future of the genre. SAVE 17% ON PLUS

  • S18 · E8
    Thursday · 18 min

    Shawn Andrews — The Dead Squad

    A dive into danger, unpredictability, and the newest wild energy in The Walking Dead: Dead City In this conversation, actor and musician Shawn Andrews steps into the spotlight to discuss his role as Reverend Anthony, one of the newly introduced Dead Squad in The Walking Dead: Dead City Season 3, Episode 5. Known to many for his cult‑favorite performance as Kevin “Pickford” Pickford in Dazed and Confused, Andrews brings a volatile spark to the Dead City universe — one that blends eccentricity, and a surprising philosophical edge. Reverend Anthony arrives in Dead City as part of the Dead Squad, a group of extreme, larger‑than‑life survivors who willingly throw themselves into the most perilous missions. Andrews breaks down what makes the character tick. SAVE 17% ON PLUS TODAY WITH A FREE MONTH

  • S18 · E9
    Wednesday · 7 min

    Dark Matter's Dayo Okeniyi on Becoming Leighton Vance

    In this episode, Tony Zoomed with Dayo Okeniyi, the Atlanta‑based Nigerian‑American actor who brings one of Dark Matter’s most fascinating and volatile characters to life: Leighton Vance, the CEO of Velocity Labs and a central architect of the show’s multiverse project. Okeniyi’s performance stands for its range — portraying multiple versions of Leighton across alternate realities, each with distinct philosophies, flaws, and ambitions. It’s a role that demands precision, imagination, and a willingness to explore the darker edges of human potential. Leighton Vance is introduced as a visionary CEO working alongside Jason Dessen (Joel Edgerton) and Daniela (Jennifer Connelly). His mission begins with noble intentions: using multiversal science to solve global problems. But as the possibilities expand, so does Leighton’s ambition — and the ethical lines begin to blur. SAVE 17% ON PLUS AND GET A FREE MONTH TOO

  • S18 · E7
    September 15 · 17 min

    Star Trek at 60 —“Leonard Nimoy: The First Spock”

    For the sixth chapter of Star Trek at 60, Tony revisits a remarkable 2009 conversation with Leonard Nimoy — actor, director, photographer, author, musician, and the man who originated Spock, one of the most iconic characters in science fiction history. But Nimoy’s creative life extended far beyond the ears and the uniform. He directed films — including Star Trek III: The Search for Spock, Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home, and Three Men and a Baby — released albums, wrote poetry, taught acting, served in the U.S. Army, and built a respected career in photography and stage performance. This episode centers on Tony’s interview with Nimoy, where he reflects on his early theater company, his artistic roots, and his evolving relationship with Star Trek. SAVE 17% ON PLUS TODAY

  • S18 · E6
    September 14 · 22 min

    Star Trek at 60 — “Star Trek: Insurrection — The Rebellion Within”

    In this chapter of Star Trek at 60, Tony revisits Star Trek: Insurrection, the ninth film in the franchise and the third cinematic adventure for the Next Generation cast. Directed by Jonathan Frakes and released on December 11, 1998, the film centers on a moral crisis: when the crew of the USS Enterprise‑E uncovers a conspiracy between Starfleet and the alien Son’a to forcibly relocate the peaceful Ba’ku in order to exploit their planet’s rejuvenating properties, Captain Picard and his crew choose to rebel — against orders, against politics, and against the erosion of Starfleet’s ideals. Featuring performances by Patrick Stewart, F. Murray Abraham, Donna Murphy, and Anthony Zerbe, Insurrection blends ethical drama with character‑driven humor and romance. Though critics offered mixed responses — some praising Stewart’s gravitas and Frakes’s direction, others comparing the film to an extended TNG episode — the movie earned $118 million worldwide and secured nominations for both the Saturn Award and Hugo Award. This episode draws from Tony’s 1998 roundtable interviews with Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, and Brent Spiner, capturing their reflections at the moment the film was stepping into the world. SAVE 17% ON PLUS

  • #127
    September 11 · 10 min

    Star Trek at 60 — “Ethan Peck: Becoming Spock”

    For the fourth chapter of Star Trek at 60, Tony sits down with Ethan Peck, the actor who has carried the mantle of Spock across four modern Star Trek series — Star Trek: Discovery, Short Treks, Strange New Worlds, and Very Short Treks. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Peck comes from a remarkable artistic lineage: he is the grandson of legendary actor Gregory Peck and Greta Kukkonen, and the son of Stephen Peck, a former actor, documentary filmmaker, Vietnam veteran, and longtime leader of U.S. Veterans Initiative. His mother, Francine Matarazzo, is an abstract artist. Before Trek, Ethan made his mark with a main ensemble role as Patrick Verona in the television adaptation of 10 Things I Hate About You. But it was the role of Spock — one of the most recognizable characters in genre history — that transformed his career and connected him to a global fandom. This episode compiles Tony’s conversations with Ethan from New York Comic Con before Discovery Season Two and again at the start of Strange New Worlds Season Two, capturing the evolution of an actor finding his place within a legacy. SAVE 17% ON PLUS

  • S18 · E4
    September 10 · 13 min

    Star Trek at 60 — “Star Trek: Lower Decks — Boldly Going Below Deck”

    In this episode of Star Trek at 60, Tony dives into Star Trek: Lower Decks, the ninth series in the franchise and the first animated Trek since 1974 — as well as the first full‑on comedy in Trek history. Created by Mike McMahan for CBS All Access (later Paramount+), the series debuted in 2020 as part of Alex Kurtzman’s expanded universe and quickly became a fan favorite for its mix of heartfelt storytelling, deep‑cut references, and chaotic energy. As the foul‑mouthed, no‑nonsense Caitian chief medical officer Dr. T’Ana, Gillian Vigman brings a feral charm and comedic bite that instantly made the character iconic. SAVE 17% ON PLUS

  • S6 · E22
    September 9 · 58 min

    🖖 “Star Trek: Echoes Across the Quadrants”

    A 59-Year Celebration Through Voices, Memories, and Missions My combined three-volume oral history and tribute, weaving together rare interviews, behind-the-scenes reflections, and heartfelt anecdotes from cast and crew across Star Trek: First Contact, Insurrection, and Nemesis. Supplemented by intimate conversations with actors from The Next Generation, Voyager, Deep Space Nine, Enterprise, and even a special Star Trek literary event. Featuring 🎙️ Roundtable Revelations: Press junket gems from the TNG movie era 📞 Personal Frequencies: Phone, Zoom, and convention interviews with legacy actors A blend of nostalgia and discovery—part memoir, part documentary, part celebration. Ideal for fans who want to hear oral memories

  • S18 · E3
    September 9 · 11 min

    Star Trek at 60 — Prodigy: The Next Generation of Fans

    In this installment of Star Trek at 60, Tony turns to the tenth Star Trek series — Star Trek: Prodigy, created by Kevin and Dan Hageman and released from 2021 to 2024 as part of Alex Kurtzman’s expanded universe. As the franchise’s first fully 3D‑animated series and the first designed specifically for younger viewers, Prodigy carved out a unique place in Trek history. Set in the 24th century, the story follows a group of young aliens who discover the abandoned starship Protostar and, through its holographic mentor Kathryn Janeway, begin learning what it means to be Starfleet. It’s a coming‑of‑age tale wrapped in Trek’s deepest values: curiosity, cooperation, and the courage to grow. This episode features Tony’s conversations with: Kate Mulgrew — on playing both Admiral Janeway and the AI Hologram Janeway Brett Gray — Dal Ella Purnell — Gwyn Together, they illuminate how Prodigy became a gateway for new fans while still honoring the legacy of Trek’s past. SAVE 17% on PLUS

  • S18 · E2
    September 8 · 17 min

    Star Trek at 60 — “Enterprise: The First Bold Step”

    To launch Star Trek at 60, Tony revisits the series that dared to go earlier than ever before: Star Trek: Enterprise. Premiering in 2001 and set a century before Kirk and Spock, Enterprise chronicles humanity’s first true leap into deep space — fragile, inexperienced, hopeful, and determined. This episode blends franchise history with fresh reflections from two beloved cast members: Linda Park, who played linguist Hoshi Sato, shares candid memories of the show’s earliest promos, her admiration for Scott Bakula’s leadership, and the emotional vulnerability built into her character. John Billingsley, the ever‑delightful Dr. Phlox, revisits his standout episode Dear Doctor, where the Denobulan physician navigates ethics, attraction, and the complexities of early interspecies relationships. Together, their stories illuminate why Enterprise remains one of the franchise’s most thematically daring chapters — from the Temporal Cold War to the Xindi attack that reshaped the series and devastated Earth. SAVE 17% ON PLUS TODAY

  • S10 · E7
    September 4 · 28 min

    The Ghosts Of Devils Perch

    Interview with paranormal investigators Dave Schrader and Cindy Kaza about their eight part series where they investigate the paranormal in Butte, Montana. This old mining town has greed, murder, and many vices. A prime reciepe for the paranormal.

  • S13 · E19
    September 3 · 29 min

    Michael Shapiro’s Frankenstein

    I talk to the talented composer about his score for the classic 1931 film which is performed live in a variety of ways including an operatic version.

  • S5 · E11
    September 2 · 29 min

    Naomi Grossman

    Actor talks about her new movie, Bite Me, a kind of vampire romcom. We also talk about her role as Pepper on American Horror Story plus her one woman shows.

  • S18 · E1
    September 1 · 38 min

    Rewind: Person of Interest with Caviezel, Chapman, Henson, Plageman, Acker & Shahi

    The Early Days Of A Groundbreaking Series In this Rewind episode, Tony revisits the formative era of Person of Interest, when the show was still defining its identity — a fusion of crime drama, artificial intelligence, and moral complexity. Recorded at the start of its run, these conversations capture the cast and creators as they shaped what would become one of television’s most influential sci‑fi thrillers. Jim Caviezel-The Mystery Of John Reese Kevin Chapman - Detective Fusco's Grit Taraji P. Henson - Detective Carter - A sense of justice grounded Executive producer Greg Plageman - breaking down the show’s early creative vision Amy Acker - Root becomes central to The Machine Sarah Shahi - Sameen Shaw- dry humor, and great aim Unlock the universe with Sci‑Fi Talk Plus — your home for commercial‑free, uncensored genre.

  • S17 · E24
    August 31 · 18 min

    Rewind: From Dusk Till Dawn TV Series with Cotrona & González

    REVISTING A CULT WORLD REBORN FOR TV In this Rewind episode, Tony heads back to New York Comic Con for an inside look at the TV adaptation of From Dusk Till Dawn, the pulpy, supernatural crime saga reimagined for a new generation. The cast reflects on expanding the mythology, deepening character arcs, and honoring the wild, genre‑bending spirit of the original film. D.J. Cotrona discusses stepping into the role of Seth Gecko Eiza González shares how she approached transforming Santanico from an iconic film presence into a fully realized character with agency, vulnerability, and power. “Unlock the universe with Sci‑Fi Talk Plus — your home for commercial‑free, uncensored genre

  • #126
    August 30 · 7 min

    Dog Stars: Josh Brolin, Ridley Scott & Guy Pearce

    Courtesy of 20th Century Fox In this follow‑up Byte episode, Tony continues exploring the stark, emotional universe of Dog Stars, shifting focus to the film’s broader creative backbone. Through conversations with Josh Brolin, Ridley Scott, and Guy Pearce, we dig into the film’s layered performances, world‑building, and the philosophical undercurrent that drives its tension and humanity. Josh Brolin discusses the emotional architecture of his character Ridley Scott talks the appeal for him to direct Dog Stars Guy Pearce brings his trademark intensity to Dog Stars Unlock the universe with Sci‑Fi Talk Plus — your home for commercial‑free, uncensored genre.

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