Ever wondered how warping would work in real life? Astrophysicist Dr. Erin Macdonald knows. Erin takes the inner workings of science and makes them possible in the science fiction universe we love on Star Trek. She also highlights one of her favorite Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episodes, “The Magnificent Ferengi”, because everyone loves an Iggy Pop appearance ... Show More
Aug 2023
The Creation of the Klingon Language | Unsung Science with David Pogue
Where do fictional languages come from? How are they devised? Hear from the creator of the Klingon language, Marc Okrand, on his process of designing the famous conlang (constructed language) and his first few Star Trek gigs. You'd be surprised by the amount of vocabulary, syntax ... Show More
39m 6s
Sep 2017
101: Cheese Is Delicious Science
Episode 101 (Pilot): She's a girl. In space. On a research vessel that is slowly deteriorating. Oh, and there's this weird and potentially ominous light in the distance coming steadily closer, NBD. Listen in for science, references to "Jurassic Park", mysterious buttons, and of c ... Show More
26m 17s
May 2021
S2E10: The Future of Space Travel
Season finale. It may be the end of the mission, but let’s imagine what lies ahead for space exploration. On this episode, Krys chats with Executive Producer Ronald D. Moore about his hopes for the future of space travel; Jared Isaacman, the commander of the first all-civilian mi ... Show More
26m 5s
May 2017
The Power of Science Fiction, with William Shatner
Energize! Neil deGrasse Tyson sits down with William Shatner to reflect on Star Trek and the enduring power of science fiction. Featuring comic co-host Chuck Nice, astrophysicist Charles Liu, NASA engineer David Batchelor, and Bill Nye the Science Guy.
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42m 43s
Sep 2023
The 21st Century Sci-Fi Canon, ‘The Creator,’ and ‘No One Will Save You’
The 21st Century Sci-Fi Canon, ‘The Creator,’ and ‘No One Will Save You’Sean is joined by Chris Ryan to discuss all things science fiction. First, they cover Brian Duffield’s new film, ‘No One Will Save You’ (4:33) before turning to Gareth Edwards’s ‘The Creator’ (14:58) starring ... Show More
1h 34m
Jun 2010
Science Fiction, Science Fact
Special guests Jonathan Ross, graphic novelist Alan Moore and string theorist Brian Greene, join Brian Cox and Robin Ince on stage for a special edition of the science show that boldly goes where no other science show has been before. In a special science fiction themed programme ... Show More
28m 11s
Mar 2021
Doctor Who
In this episode, Erin Amos, Marty Griffin, Meg Griffin, and Susi Segura join Erin to discuss Doctor Who. The panel discusses Doctors 9 - 13, the Companions, favorite episodes, and more! You can follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/itsafandomthingpodTwitter: @fandomthingpodInstagra ... Show More
2h 15m