Tony Tellado chatted with actor, director, and now novelist Lou Diamond Phillips to explore the sweeping sci‑fi epic at the heart of his book Tinderbox: Soldier of Indira. 

At the center of this universe is Everson, a young man who never wanted to be a soldier but was forced into service by his parents. His very first battle goes catastrophically wrong, leaving him stranded on an enemy world where every step could be his last. What follows is a journey of survival, identity, and destiny.

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For this special Byte episode, from the red carpet at Beyond Fest, one of the world’s most beloved celebrations of genre cinema. From breakout performers to the creative minds shaping the look, feel, and sound of the films, this episode captures the pulse of a festival where horror, sci‑fi, and bold storytelling reign.

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Audio courtesy of Starz

In this special episode of Byte, Tony brings together the cast of Outlander for a heartfelt, spirited, and often hilarious conversation as they answer fan questions and reflect on the journey to their final season. This isn’t just a press stop — it’s a gathering of a family looking back on a decade of storytelling, connection, and time‑bending adventure.

Sam Heughan — Jamie Fraser

Caitríona Balfe — Claire Fraser

Sophie Skelton — Brianna Fraser

Richard Rankin — Roger MacKenzie

John Bell — Young Ian

David Berry — Lord John Grey

Charles VanderVaart — William Ransom

Izzy Meikle‑Small — Rachel Hunter

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In this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci‑Fi, we dive into the artistry, engineering, and personal expression behind what we wear in our favorite worlds — from blockbuster cinema to the convention floor. Costume Designer Melissa Bruning and cosplayer, designer, and author Yaya Han join us for a conversation that bridges professional filmmaking and the passionate craft of fandom.

Melissa Bruning has shaped the look of some of the most visually ambitious genre films of the last decade. Her work includes:

Space Jam: A New Legacy

War for the Planet of the Apes

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes

Bosch: Legacy on television

A pioneer in the modern cosplay movement, Yaya Han discovered cosplay at Anime Expo in 1999 — a moment that changed the trajectory of her life. Since then, she has become:

A globally recognized cosplayer and designer

A model and entrepreneur

Author of Yaya Han’s World of Cosplay

A featured personality on SyFy’s Heroes of Cosplay

Creator of the bernette 79 Yaya Han Edition sewing machine

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A Cadet at a Crossroads 

In this Trek Tuesday Thursday Special, Tony Zoomed with George Hawkins, the performer behind Darem Reymi on Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. Episode seven marks a turning point for Darem — a moment where the young cadet must confront a life‑altering decision that will shape not only his future, but his place within Starfleet itself. 

George and Tony explore:

The internal conflict between personal desire and Starfleet responsibility

One of the most intriguing threads this season has been Darem’s dynamic with his Klingon classmate Jay-Den.

George also reflects on the standout episode where Darem unexpectedly leads the cadets in a war game against the War College — a storyline sparked by a series of escalating practical jokes between the two groups.

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In this episode of Rewind, we return to one of the most pivotal and emotionally charged chapters of The Walking Dead: Season Six. Through rare roundtable conversations recorded at San Diego Comic-Con 2015, we hear directly from the people who helped shape the show’s evolving mythology and escalating stakes.

Featured voices include:

Norman Reedus (Daryl Dixon)

Chandler Riggs (Carl Grimes)

Lennie James (Morgan Jones)

Showrunner Scott M. Gimple

Key Events In Season Six 

Alexandria Under Siege 

Rick’s High‑Risk Plan

The Wolves Attack 

The Wall Collapse 

Morgan’s Return & Philosophy 

The Saviors & the Shadow of Negan 

A New Connection: Hilltop

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In this newly restored 1996 conversation from Tony Tellado’s original radio program — co‑hosted with Ernest Lilley — George R.R. Martin joins the show just as A Game of Thrones is beginning its journey into the world. Long before the global phenomenon, before the adaptations and cultural tidal wave, Martin speaks with the candor and enthusiasm of a writer who knows he’s building something ambitious but has no idea how far it will reach.

This archival episode, now presented on Exploring Humanity Through Sci‑Fi, offers a remarkable snapshot of Martin’s creative philosophy at a pivotal moment in his career.

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In this episode of Rewind, we return to the enchanted, mysterious, and emotionally rich world of Once Upon a Time—the series that reimagined fairy tales for a modern audience while grounding them in the very human struggles of identity, destiny, and redemption.

Set in the fictional town of Storybrooke, Maine, the show begins with a startling revelation: the residents are actually fairy‑tale characters ripped from their magical realms and cursed to live ordinary lives with no memory of who they once were. Through its signature dual‑timeline storytelling, the series explored the hidden pasts of beloved characters—from Snow White to Rumpelstiltskin—and the ways their fairy‑tale histories shaped their present‑day lives.

This episode features conversations with Jennifer Morrison, who brought emotional depth and grit to Emma Swan, and showrunners Adam Horowitz and Edward Kitsis, the creative minds who fused Disney’s iconic storybook legacy with bold, serialized fantasy drama.

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Actor told me about what he views is the tricky side during Murderbot press day. Part of my Plus exclusive series, My Best Shorts From Youtube.

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From Plus, Actor candidly talks how he prepares for a role plus being General Zod in Man Of Steel. This is from my Best From Youtube episode. 

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