The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast

The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast 3 Time Hugo Award Winner: John Scalzi, Part 1

Science Fiction Author Prepare for a literary launch to the stars as John Scalzi joins us on The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast! Whether you’ve devoured his classics like ‘Old Man’s War’ or are a ‘Redshirts’ rookie, don’t miss our candid chat with this master of sci-fi. In an episode that’s as expansive as Scalzi’s own universe,…

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The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast Counselor Deanna Troi

Exploring one of the most highly developed characters in all of Trek Are you ready to top into your emotional core and empathize like a half-Betazoid? Join The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast for a heartfelt episode, where we celebrate the amazingly multidimensional character: Deanna Troi. From her vital role as a member of the bridge crew…

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The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast 4.13: Strange New Worlds, Season 2 Review

The most “out of the box” Trek season ever? Engage those curiosity engines, Trek fans! This is our recap of the second season of “Strange New Worlds.” We’re unpacking characters, dissecting plots, and getting into the nitty-gritty of crossovers and musicals. It’s the recap you didn’t know you needed, but like a Tribble, you won’t…

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The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast 4.12: Special Episode: United We Trek

Update on the SAG-AFTRA & WGA Strike John Billingsley, Jonathan Del Arco, and Natalia Castellanos joined us this week to give us an update on the SAG-AFTRA & WGA strikes, as well as to promote a very special picket line event September the 8th called United We Trek! You don’t want to miss this incredibly…

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The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast 4.11: Star Trek: Insurrection

A Look Back at an Often Overlooked Trek Film Star Trek: Insurrection is a film most TNG fans never got particularly excited about. It’s probably not on anyone’s top 5 favorite Trek films, however, it’s probably better than you remember! In this hysterical and out of control episode, our crew, having recently re-watched the film,…

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The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast 4.10: Mat Kaplan

Long-time Planetary Radio Host Get ready for a cosmic journey like no other! This episode of The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast is about to launch you into an interstellar conversation with none other than Mat Kaplan. With a 20-year legacy as the voice behind Planetary Radio up through the end of 2022, and his current role…

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The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast 4.09: The 1987 Film – RoboCop

Discussing the popular, iconic, and graphic film RoboCop was a film that sparked the imagination of movie-goers and launched a franchise. It is iconic, cheesy, violent, and filled with satire. Our crew discusses all the gruesome details of this film and talk about what makes it great and not so great. We have our opinions…

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The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast 4.08: Interview with Margot Rose

Actress, Mother, Songwriter, and more! (THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED ON JULY 5, 2023, PRIOR TO THE STRIKE BY SAG-AFTRA.) We were pleased to visit with the multi-talented Margot Rose who portrayed Eline (Picard’s wife) in one of TNG’s most popular episodes, The Inner Light. We talk all about this amazing and touching episode, get some…

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The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast 4.07: 2007 Transformers

More Than Meets the Eye We unpack the action-packed film that brought Transformers to the “big screen” in 2007! This special effects heavy film still looks great in 2023 and we talk about the things we love and flat out hate about this film. We mostly love it, though! There’s always a lot to talk…

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The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast 4.06: Legendary Sci-Fi Writer Harlan Ellison

Discussing the work of a science fiction legend This week we discuss the work of science fiction legend, Harlan Ellison. Whether you’re a fan or a critic, his work continues to stand the test of time. Star Trek fans love him for his contribution to the original series in City on the Edge of Forever….

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