Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi

Rewind — Karl Urban & Laz Alonso on Season Two of The Boys

In this Rewind conversation taped near the release of Season Two of The Boys, Tony sits down with Karl Urban (Billy Butcher) and Laz Alonso (Mother’s Milk) for a brutally funny, surprisingly heartfelt deep dive into the show’s most explosive themes. From moral boundaries to family ties, from on‑set gore to Toronto’s culinary surprises, this episode captures the cast at their most candid.

Topics Include: 

• How Far Would Billy Butcher Go?
• Laz Alonso on Mother’s Milk & Butcher
• Toronto Food Adventures — And Is Cuban Food on the Menu?
• The Gore of The Boys — Including the Infamous Humping Dog Story
• Butcher vs. Homelander — And MM’s Family in the Crossfire

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Byte — Gary Kurtz Star Wars Fogotten Man

Star Wars Memories author  Craig Miller, Lucasfilm’s original Director of Fan Relations and one of the key figures responsible for building the franchise’s early community. Miller reflects on his time working closely with Gary Kurtz, the producer of Star Wars (1977) and The Empire Strikes Back (1980), offering rare insight into Kurtz’s creative philosophy, leadership style, and lasting influence on the saga.

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Byte — The Mandalorian and Grogu: More From the World Premiere Green Carpet

Conversations with the Cast and Creators Bringing New Legends to the Galaxy

In this second green‑carpet special from the World Premiere of The Mandalorian and Grogu, Tony speaks with the actors and filmmakers who expand the galaxy with new characters, new conflicts, and new emotional stakes. From seasoned legends to fresh faces, each guest shares what it means to step into the Star Wars universe — and how this film pushes Din and Grogu’s journey into bold new territory. Thanks to Lucas Film for the audio. 

Featuring Jonny Coyne, Mathew Willig, Lee Isaac Chung, Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver, Rick Famuyiwa, and Jon Favreau, this episode captures the heart, humor, and craft behind the film.

Cosmos Episode Three: Science, Storytelling & the Human Journey

Neil deGrasse Tyson, Ann Druyan, Brannon Braga & Mitchell Cannold on Crafted a Modern Cosmic Epic

Tony joined a roundtable  with the creative minds behind Cosmos for Episode Three — a chapter that dives into the origins of life, the forces that shaped Earth, and the human stories that illuminate scientific discovery.

Neil deGrasse Tyson, Ann Druyan, Brannon Braga, and Mitchell Cannold reflect on the series' themes, the responsibility of science communicators, and the legacy of Carl Sagan’s original vision.

This is a conversation about wonder, courage, and the power of storytelling to change how we see our place in the universe.

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Rewind — Eureka Season 4.5 and Beyond

Colin Ferguson, Salli Richardson‑Whitfield, Neil Grayston, Wil Wheaton & EP Bruce Miller on the then Future of America’s Smartest Town

From San Diego Comic‑Con edition of Rewind, Tony sits down with the cast and creative team behind Eureka to explore the twists, turns, and emotional resets of Season 4.5 — and what lay ahead for the beloved Syfy series. From alternate timelines to character reinventions to the evolving mythology of Global Dynamics, this episode digs into how the show kept surprising its audience while staying grounded in relationships and humor.

 

 

These show notes frame the episode with clarity, momentum, and that signature Rewind blend of nostalgia and behind‑the‑scenes depth.

Featured Interviews 

• Colin Ferguson

• Salli Richardson‑Whitfield 

• Neil Grayston 

• Wil Wheaton

• Bruce Miller — Executive Producer (Start Us Off) 

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Chilling The App For Horror

In this episode, Tony sits down with Chris Graham and Dane Petrali, the creative minds behind The Chilling App, a platform redefining how audiences experience horror through immersive audio, interactive storytelling, and serialized fear. The conversation explores how the app grew from a passion project into a full‑scale storytelling ecosystem — and how that evolution led to a major collaboration with Netflix to promote the gothic mystery film The Pale Blue Eye.

Together, they break down the craft, the tech, and the business strategy behind building a new kind of horror platform.

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Beth Grant on Carlotta Mayfair, Moral Ambiguity

Tony chatted with acclaimed actor Beth Grant, who brought the formidable Carlotta Mayfair to life on AMC’s Mayfair Witches. Known for her unforgettable roles across film and television, Grant dives deep into the psychology, faith, fear, and fierce conviction that drive Carlotta’s most controversial decisions.

Together, Tony and Beth explore the central question fans have been debating since the premiere: Is Carlotta Mayfair a protector, a villain, or something far more complicated?

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Rewind — The Magicians Season Four: The End of a World, the Birth of Another

Jason Ralph, Summer Bishil & Hale Appleman on Loss, Legacy, and What Comes After

In this concluding Rewind episode on Season Four of The Magicians, Tony sits down with Jason Ralph, Summer Bishil, and Hale Appleman at San Diego Comic‑Con to unpack a finale that changed everything. From rewritten identities to the rise of the Monster, from the cost of restoring magic to the emotional fallout of Quentin’s fate, this conversation explores how the cast processed one of the boldest endings in modern fantasy television.

The result is a candid, vulnerable, and deeply thoughtful look at a season defined by consequence.

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Byte — The Mandalorian and Grogu: World Premiere Green Carpet

Conversations with the Creative Forces Behind the Film

Recorded on the green carpet at the World Premiere, this episode of Byte brings listeners directly into the excitement surrounding The Mandalorian and Grogu. from the carpet arethe filmmakers, designers, performers, and artists who shaped the movie — from the earliest concept sketches to the final mix.

Featuring Dave Filoni, John Knoll, Doug Chiang, Andrew L. Jones, Brendan Wayne, Ludwig Göransson, and Sarah Finn, this episode captures the passion and precision behind bringing Din Djarin and Grogu to the big screen.

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Byte Mark Waid History Of Science Fiction

Charting the Evolution of Imagination: Inside “The History of Science Fiction”

In this episode, Tony sits down with legendary writer and publisher Mark Waid, whose graphic novel The History of Science Fiction maps the genre’s origins, revolutions, and reinventions across centuries. Known for his acclaimed work in comics and his deep understanding of narrative structure, Waid brings a historian’s precision and a fan’s enthusiasm to the conversation.

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