S5E3 - Rory Cheyne - Foundation - How to Build a Galactic Empire

This week on Last to Leave, Heather Elaine Abbott and Zoey Danielson journey to the far reaches of the galaxy with Rory Cheyne, the Production Designer behind Apple TV+'s epic science fiction series, Foundation.From towering imperial palaces and futuristic cities to the intricate details that make an imagined future feel real, Rory has helped shape one of television's most ambitious visual worlds. In this episode, Heather and Zoey explore the art of production design, discuss the challenges of building a universe that spans centuries, and hear stories from the set of a series that continues to redefine the scope of science fiction storytelling. Along the way, Rory shares insights into his creative process, his path through the industry, and the collaboration required to transform bold ideas into unforgettable on-screen environments.You can keep up with Rory Cheyne's work on IMDb  or on his Instagram.A big thank you to Lee Walls (@Unapologetical.lee on Instagram and @Lee_FinalVer on Twitter) for our amazing Logo, M.L. Abbott for our theme song and Cody Schlabaugh for our cover photo (website). A special thanks to Breanna Benedict for being our incredible Social Media Coordinator (website)!  We launched a companion newsletter to the podcast called First to Arrive! Subscribe here: lasttoleave.substack.comYou can keep up with all things Last to Leave here: @LastToLeavePodcast on Instagram & our website: lasttoleavepodcast.comBecome parasocial friends with us:@Zoey_Nicole on Instagram @TheHAbbott on Instagram & Heather's Letterboxd.