Journey Through Sci-Fi
By James Payne
Are you feeling lost in the vast expanse of science fiction film and TV? Let Journey Through Sci-Fi be your audible guide to safety.
Embark on a fortnightly odyssey into the heart of cinema and television with your dedicated hosts, James and Matt. We're here to explore the rich history of science fiction, one sub-genre at a time. From mind-bending AI, interstellar adventures, spine-chilling dystopias, and epic Space Operas, we've got it all covered!
In each episode, we dive into the intricacies of two sci-fi movies or TV shows. We delve deep into their themes, uncover behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and examine their lasting influence on cinema and television. Come join us as we venture through the fascinating world of science fiction!
To access bonus episodes and support the show, visit https://www.patreon.com/JourneyThroughSciFi
Embark on a fortnightly odyssey into the heart of cinema and television with your dedicated hosts, James and Matt. We're here to explore the rich history of science fiction, one sub-genre at a time. From mind-bending AI, interstellar adventures, spine-chilling dystopias, and epic Space Operas, we've got it all covered!
In each episode, we dive into the intricacies of two sci-fi movies or TV shows. We delve deep into their themes, uncover behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and examine their lasting influence on cinema and television. Come join us as we venture through the fascinating world of science fiction!
To access bonus episodes and support the show, visit https://www.patreon.com/JourneyThroughSciFi
Latest episode
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Dr. Cyclops & Downsizing: Pint-Sized Perils and Shrinking Science | MAD SCIENCE Pt 7
This week on Journey Through Sci-Fi, we’re tackling the science of shrinking with two unique takes on mad experiments. First, the technicolor terror of Dr. Cyclops (1940), where a power-mad scientist shrinks his colleagues to doll-sized proportions..… -
Future Frontiers: Sci-Fi to Binge This December, Star Wars Skeleton Crew, Squid Game, and Secret Level
It’s Christmaaaaas! (well almost). This episode, we’re unwrapping December’s sci-fi and genre releases — Kraven the Hunter, The Lord Of The Rings:The War of the Rohirrim, Sonic 3, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew and Squid Game: Season 2.... -
Darkman & The Invisible Ray: Rising Super Villains & Tragic Antiheroes | MAD SCIENCE Pt 6
This week on Journey Through Sci-Fi, we’re disussing a couple of scientists who lose the plot thanks to their own experiments. First up, it’s a 1930s classic—The Invisible Ray (1936)—where Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi team up for a tale of... -
Doctor X & Time After Time: Cannibals, Time-Traveling Killers and Synthetic Flesh!| MAD SCIENCE Pt 5
In this week’s episode of Journey Through Sci-Fi, we're taking a look into the minds of scientists on the trail of killers and unraveling the mysterious motives of mad doctors! Join us as we explore Doctor X (1932), directed by Michael Curtiz. The... -
Future Frontiers: Dune Prophecy Predictions, Is Megalopolis Better Than They Say, and Venom’s Surprising Third Act
In this month's Future Frontiers bonus episode, we're diving into the sci-fi screenings we caught in October and sharing our thoughts on Megalopolis, Joker: Folie à Deux, Venom 3: The Last Dance, The Wild Robot, and Transformers One. We’re also... -
The Island of Lost Souls (1932) & The Island of Dr. Moreau (1996): Mad Experiments & Even MADDER Production Stories | MAD SCIENCE Pt 4
This week on Journey Through Sci-Fi, we cover another of H.G. Wells' works brought to the big screen—The Island of Dr. Moreau—and examine two film adaptations: Island of Lost Souls (1932) and The Island of Dr. Moreau (1996). One... -
The Invisible Man 1933 & 2020: Universal Monster Meets Modern Madness | MAD SCIENCE Pt 3
On this episode of Journey Through Sci-Fi, we cover The Invisible Man from the father of sci-fi himself ,H.G. Wells. We’re tackling both the 1933 classic movie directed by James Whale and the 2020 modern reimagining from Leigh Whannell. From... -
Future Frontiers: October Sci-Fi Releases, Listener Questions, and Upcoming Films!
This week, we’re kicking off a brand-new monthly special on the podcast—Future Frontiers! Join us as we gaze into the crystal ball of October to uncover all the exciting sci-fi coming your way! We’ll be diving into the month’s lineup on... -
Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde 1912 & 1931: Cinema’s First Split Personality | MAD SCIENCE Pt 2
In this episode of Journey Through Sci-Fi, we dive into the cinematic history of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. From the early 1912 silent film to the groundbreaking 1931 adaptation, we explore how filmmakers brought Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic story.… -
Frankenstein on Film: Unraveling the Legacy of the 1910 & 1931 Adaptations | MAD SCIENCE Pt 1
Join us on a new journey through sci-fi as we dive into the sub genre of Mad Science. In our first episode, we explore Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, often seen as the first science fiction novel. We'll discuss Shelley’s inspirations and...
