Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi

Database Forrest J Ackerman

New series that highlights some of my vintage podcasts. This one deals with the founder of Famous Monsters Of Filmland. 

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Star Trek Lower Decks: Gillian Vingman Talks Foul-Mouthed Dr. Tiana

Today, we dive deep into the animated world of Star Trek: Lower Decks as we chat with the talented Gillian Vingman, who voices the foul-mouthed and fiercely unique Dr. T'Ana. Explore the rich history of the cat-like Caitions in Star Trek lore, the intricate layers behind Dr. T'Ana's personality, and the dynamic relationships she shares with other characters like Tendi and Shaxs. Get ready for some hilarious behind-the-scenes stories, fascinating character insights, and of course, plenty of colorful language. All this and more on today's Trek Tuesday!

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Kolchak and the Classic Monsters: How a Kickstarter Campaign Brought Back a Horror Icon

Today, we dive deep into the dark and thrilling world of Kolchak: The Night Stalker, a beloved 1970s telemovie that intrigued horror fans with its gripping storyline and the unforgettable character, journalist Carl Kolchak. Fast forward to today, and the legacy continues thanks to a passionate fan base and a successful Kickstarter campaign for Kolchak: The Night Stalker comics.

James Aquilone, who has an extensive background in journalism and comics, shares his journey of acquiring the literary rights to Kolchak and bringing this iconic character back to life in a series of graphic novels. We delve into the creative process, exploring how classic monsters like Frankenstein and Dracula are being reimagined in the gritty 1970s Chicago setting, and hear about the talented writers and artists contributing to this revival, including notable names like Steve Niles and David Dastmalchian.

Whether you’re a long-time fan of the original show or a newcomer intrigued by the blend of horror and investigative journalism, this episode promises to uncover the fascinating elements that make Kolchak’s new adventures as compelling as ever. Tune in and explore how these fresh stories and stunning artwork honor the spirit of Carl Kolchak while introducing him to a whole new generation of fans.

 

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Creativity EFX Digital Doubles

Since Terminator 2, doubles have been used in genre films. This episode looks at use on Wanda Vision, See, For All Mankind, The Man In The High Castle and Lissey's Story.

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Trek Stars Unite for PanCan: Battling Pancreatic Cancer with Hope and Determination

 In this special episode titled "Trek Stars for PanCan" we take you on an inspiring journey dedicated to raising awareness about pancreatic cancer. Today, our host Tony Tellado sits down with a stellar lineup of guests, including Jonathan Frakes, Kitty Swink, Juan Carlos Coto, and John Billingsly, to discuss their personal experiences and valiant efforts in supporting the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (Pancan). 

Jonathan Frakes emphasizes the life-saving importance of second opinions and early detection, while Kitty Swink shares her survivor story and her passionate advocacy work with Pancan. The group also highlights the incredible impact of Pancan from funding research and clinical trials to providing vital patient support.

There's also info on Venus Prime from Jonathan Frakes, Juan Carlos Coto remembers his late brother Manny Coto, and John Billingsly talks about his role on Matlock

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Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi: Generational Ships, AI Companions, and Myths in Generation Crossing

On Sci-Fi Talk, I'm spotlighting a groundbreaking audio drama, "Generation Crossing." This piece, inspired by Adrian Tchaikovsky's "Elder Race" and Orson Welles' "War of the Worlds," takes you on an 800-year space journey through a series of evocative monologues, with the ship's AI as the only constant character.

Our guests today are the creative minds behind "Generation Crossing"—writer Mark Salinger and composer Dan Powell. We'll discuss their journey from their college days at Syracuse University to forming Dead Signals, a creative partnership that has yielded unique audio experiences like "Archive 81." Mark and Dan will share insights into their creative process, balancing narrative and music, and the thematic exploration of human society on a multigenerational spaceship.

Tune in as we delve into how "Generation Crossing" invites listeners to think about culture, mythology, and the constraints of our environments, all while enjoying Dan's rich, original electronic music. Whether you’re a dedicated sci-fi fan or new to the genre, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. So, grab your headphones and prepare to be transported. Let's get started!

 

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Byte Lea Thompson

The Back To The Future star looks back at playing different versions of McFlys. 

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Byte Tom Kean

He is the voice of Yoda in Star Wars The Clone Wars plus some other characters he told me about at San Diego Comic Con. 

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Cosmic Conversations Episode 2

Starting with red carpet interviews on the series Genius with Oscar winner Geoffrey Rush, then production designer Bo Welch, make-up designer Barry Berman, and look at UFO's with Tom Jennings. 

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Mark Holden Dust Horizons

Dust has an audio series called Dust Horizons that will focus on Sci-Fi and Horror audio stories. I chat with the producer/director Mark Holden, You'll hear some samples too

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