In this episode, we dive deep into the icy, post-apocalyptic world of Impact Winter, Audible’s hit audio drama created by writer and world‑builder Travis Beacham. You may know Travis from his story treatment that became Pacific Rim and his work as writer and co‑creator of Carnival Row. Now he’s turned his imagination toward a world plunged into darkness after a catastrophic impact event—one where vampires rise and humanity fights to survive.

We explore how Impact Winter blends horror, survival, and character‑driven storytelling, and how the audio format lets Travis build tension and atmosphere in ways screen media can’t.

Set seven years after a meteor strike blots out the sun, Earth has become a frozen wasteland where vampires thrive in the endless dark. At the center of the story is Darcy, a fierce and determined vampire hunter navigating this new world of shadows. As she protects her small band of survivors, Darcy must confront not only the monsters outside but the shifting loyalties and secrets within her own group.

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In this episode of Byte, we continue our deep dive into the making of Project Hail Mary with an extraordinary lineup of creative talent shaping the film’s visual, physical, and emotional identity. With exclusive audio provided by Amazon MGM Studios, we explore how the world of Ryland Grace is being built—from the spacecraft around him to the alien life he encounters, all the way to the music that carries the story’s heart.

Interviews Include:

• Charles Wood — Production Designer known for Guardians of the Galaxy, Doctor Strange, and Avengers: Infinity War

• Greig Fraser — Oscar‑winning Cinematographer behind Dune, The Batman, and Rogue One

• Neal Scanlan — Legendary Creature Designer whose work includes Star Wars, Prometheus, and Jurassic World

• Daniel Pemberton — Award‑winning Composer known for Spider‑Man: Into the Spider‑Verse, Steve Jobs, and The Trial of the Chicago 7

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This year, I’m walking with Purple Stride to fight pancreatic cancer. I’ll be surrounded by survivors, families, and volunteers—people whose courage turns a tough diagnosis into a powerful movement.

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This episode of Byte takes you inside the creative engine behind Project Hail Mary, the highly anticipated adaptation of Andy Weir’s bestselling novel. With exclusive audio provided by Amazon MGM Studios, we explore how this ambitious sci‑fi story is being brought to life by an all‑star team.

Joining the conversation are:

• Andy Weir — original author of Project Hail Mary, The Martian, and Artemis

• Drew Goddard — Academy Award–nominated screenwriter known for The Martian, The Cabin in the Woods, and Daredevil

• Phil Lord & Chris Miller — the visionary directing duo behind Spider‑Man: Into the Spider‑Verse, The Lego Movie, and 21 Jump Street

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In this episode of Rewind, we dive into two powerful installments of the Quantum Leap sequel series—each showcasing the heart, humanity, and high stakes that define the franchise.

We begin with Family Style, directed by the legendary Deborah M. Pratt—the first African‑American drama and sci‑fi Executive Producer in television. Pratt co‑created the original Quantum Leap, wrote 25 episodes, and co‑wrote another 15, shaping the DNA of the series from the ground up.

In Family Style, Ben Song (Raymond Lee) leaps into 2009 and finds himself in the middle of a struggling Indian family’s fight to save their restaurant. The episode blends cultural nuance, family tension, and the classic Quantum Leap urgency as Ben works to keep the family together and their dream alive.

Next, we examine Ben Song for the Defense, where Ben leaps into the body of an overwhelmed public defender—one of the few people who believes her client is truly innocent. The episode digs into the justice system, personal conviction, and the emotional toll of fighting for someone who has no one else in their corner.

This episode also features Nanrisa Lee as Jen Chu, whose grounded presence adds depth to the team dynamic. And of course, we discuss Ernie Hudson’s role as Herbert “Magic” Williams, whose leadership and history continue to anchor the series.

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This month's news includes:

• Dune 3 Selling Out in 70MM
• Dark Matter Season Two News
• Paradise Season 2 Finale
• The Terror Details
• Batman 2 Films
• Aaron Pierre in Superman Sequel
• Weapons Prequel
• Supergirl Backlash
• Wheel Of Time Projects
• King Conan
• X-Men Reboot Writers
• Spider-Man Brand New Day New Shoots
• Phil Lord And Christopher Lord Honored
• The Testaments Review
• The Boys Season Five Review
• Film: The Grind Review
• Battle Los Angeles: An Appreciation
• List: 10 Sci-Fi Shows Without A Bad Season

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In this episode, we sit down with writer Landon Lee and director Allison Roberto to dive into their sharp, funny, and delightfully twisted short film Girls Night In—a satirical horror story born from one deceptively simple question:

What happens when you build a film around the Bechdel test… and then immediately break it in the most absurd way possible?

The Bechdel test, of course, asks whether a work of fiction includes at least two women who talk to each other about something other than a man. Landon and Allison took that premise and flipped it on its head, asking:

“Where is the most ridiculous place two women could be fighting over some guy?”

The result is a genre-bending short that blends horror, comedy, and social commentary with a wink—and a few splashes of blood.

This week on Trek Tuesday, we’re joined by actor Ike Eisenmann, a performer whose career spans beloved Disney classics and one of the most emotionally charged moments in Star Trek cinema.

Most fans first discovered Ike as Tony in Escape to Witch Mountain and its sequel Return to Witch Mountain, where he shared the screen with legends like Christopher Lee and Bette Davis. In this episode, Ike opens up about what it was really like working with these iconic performers—offering candid, funny, and heartfelt stories from the set.

But to Star Trek fans, Ike holds a special place in Federation history.

He is Peter Preston, Scotty’s nephew and the young engineering cadet whose sacrifice in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan remains one of the film’s most powerful emotional beats. His performance helped shape the tone of the movie’s final act, and his character continues to resonate with fans decades later.

And now, Peter Preston has taken on a new life: 🖖 He’s officially an action figure, thanks to the team at Nacelle.

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