SciFi Diner Podcast

RoboCop at 40: Why It’s More Relevant Than Ever RoboCop at 40: Why It’s More Relevant Than Ever Forty years after its release, RoboCop remains far more than an over-the-top action movie filled with explosions, one-liners, and unforgettable villains. Beneath the chrome armor lies one of science fiction’s sharpest satires—a film that asks uncomfortable questions […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 512 – Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu The SciFi Diner Podcast returns with a full review and discussion of The Mandalorian & Grogu, the latest entry in the Star Wars universe. Did Lucasfilm successfully make the jump from streaming series to theatrical film? Does The Mandalorian & Grogu feel […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 511 – Interview With David Hewlett of Stargate Atlantis The longest interview in the history of The Diner is officially served! As we gear up for Shore Leave 46 (July 10–12, 2026 in Lancaster, PA!), we are sitting down with the legendary David Hewlett for a massive, wide-ranging conversation. We […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 510 – Interview With Stephanie Czajkowski; Celebrating Star Wars This week on The SciFi Diner Podcast, we celebrate 49 years of Star Wars and reflect on the galaxy far, far away that shaped generations of science fiction fans. We talk about our very first encounters with Star Wars — the […]

Project Hail Mary Movie Review… Was It Worth the Hype? | SciFi Diner Ep 509 We finally watched Project Hail Mary… and wow—we have thoughts. If you’ve read the book, you already know the stakes:👉 One man.👉 One mission.👉 The fate of humanity. But the real question is… Did the movie actually deliver? In SciFi […]

🚀 Babylon 5 Was WAY Ahead of Its Time… And We’re Finally Talking About It In this episode of the SciFi Diner Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most ambitious sci-fi series ever created — Babylon 5. From long-form storytelling before it was mainstream…to political intrigue, character arcs, and world-building that still holds […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 507 – James Frain Interview; Star Trek Academy This week, we’re beaming back to last July and looking forward to the future of the Federation! First, we are excited to finally share our sit-down interview with James Frain, recorded live at Shore Leave 45 in Lancaster, PA! James joined us […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 506 – V- The Final Battle Retro Review

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 505 – V: The Miniseries Retro Review In this retro review, V: The Miniseries is revisited as one of the most ambitious and unsettling science-fiction events of early 1980s television. What begins as a classic alien-arrival story quickly reveals itself as a sharp allegory for propaganda, authoritarianism, and moral complacency—wrapped […]

Did 2025 Change Sci-Fi Forever? Our Review & 2026 Predictions | SciFi Diner 504 As we close the airlock on 2025, it’s time to look back at a massive year for science fiction and peer through the long-range sensors at what’s coming in 2026. From the long-awaited return of prestige TV to mind-bending new cinematic […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 503 – Red One: A Christmas Movie Review In this episode, we dive into the high-energy, holiday-fueled adventure Red One, starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans. We break down the action, the comedy, the world-building, the WTF moments, and whether this movie actually earns a spot on your annual Christmas […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 502 – A Definitive Look At The Star Trek Movie Franchise

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 501 – James Gunn’s Superman Review

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 500 – Our Interview With Scott Pearson, Copy and Content Editor for Star Trek Novelizations

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 499 – Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3 Review The Enterprise is back for more boldly going! Join us as we deliver our full, spoiler-filled review of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3! Captain Pike, Spock, Una, and the whole crew returned for 10 new episodes of classic […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 498 – Space 1999 Rewind

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 497 – 50 Years of Monty Python and the Search for the Holy Grail

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 496 – Our Interview with Tracee Cocco from Star Trek

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 495 – Star Trek- Strange New Worlds & Reflections on Shore Leave 45

What if you could talk to your father 30 years in the past? We’re revisiting the underrated 2000 sci-fi thriller Frequency for a special rewatch. This isn’t your typical time-travel story. Join us as we break down the emotional weight of John Sullivan (Jim Caviezel) connecting with his deceased father, Frank (Dennis Quaid), via a […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 493 – The 40th Anniversary of Back To The Future

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 492 – Our Interview with Wesley Eure and Kathy Coleman from Land of the Loast (A Shore Leave 45 Interview)

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 491 – Revisiting Star Wars Ewoks: Battle for Endor

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 490 – Review of Star Wars Andor Season 2 Part 2

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 489 – Review of Star Wars Andor Season 2 Part 1

In this action-packed episode, we sit down with the voices behind two unforgettable Star Wars characters—General Grievous from Revenge of the Sith and Jyn Ordo from the Star Wars animated universe. From behind-the-scenes stories to exploring what it’s like stepping into the galaxy far, far away, this conversation is full of insight, fun, and plenty […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep 487 – Andromeda Series Review & Interview With Kevin Sorbo

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 486 – The Electric State (A Movie Review)

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 485 – Flow (A Movie Review)

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 484 – Listener Feedback Section 31, Remembering Mike Schilling, Farpoint Con, & Our Interview with Bonnie Gordon from Star Trek Prodigy/Street Fighter

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 483 – The Utter Complete Failure Of Star Trek Section 31

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 482 – 2024 Conquers 2025

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 481 – The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special Review

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 480 – Santa Claus Conquers The Martians Review

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 479 – Dune 2 Review

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 478 – The State Of Star Wars

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 477 – Her

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 476 – The State Of Star Trek

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 475 – Dr. Doom, The Fantastic Four, Shore Leave Con Review, & More! In this episode, we dive into the latest news surrounding the highly anticipated Doctor Doom and Fantastic Four movies. We’ll break down what to expect from these upcoming blockbusters and share our thoughts on the buzz they’re […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 474 – Ashlei Sharpe Chestnut (Picard)

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 473 – Robin Curtis (Star Trek III & IV) In this exclusive Shore Leave 44 preview episode, join us for a captivating conversation with Robin Curtis as we delve into her experiences working on Star Trek, her ventures in real estate, and her passion for musical theatre. Don’t miss out […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 472 – A Shoreleave Interview With JG Hertzler (Star Trek/ Deep Space Nine as the Klingon General Martok) In this special SciFi Diner report, join us as we preview Shore Leave 44 with an exclusive interview featuring J.G. Hertzler. Discover fascinating stories from his life and career in this engaging […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 471 – Erin Macdonald (Science Consultant for Star Trek)

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 470 – Teryl Rothery (Stargate) In this special edition, we chat with the talented Teryl Rothery, who will be attending Shore Leave 44 this July. We discuss her recent works, her iconic role in Stargate SG-1, and even dive into her love for hockey. Don’t miss this exciting interview!

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 469 – L. Ana Ellis (Panacea Trilogy) You can purchase physical books here. You can purchase digital books here We catch up with author L. Ana Ellis as she talks about her new book Panacea Omega (available June 1, 2024). This is the third book of the Panacea Trilogy. Find […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 468 – Greg Grunberg (Star Wars, Star Trek, Heroes) On this special edition of The SciFi Diner Podcast, Scott and Dave have a chat with Greg Grunberg who will be attending Shore Leave 44 in July this year. We talk about Greg’s catalogue of work, his band, and have a […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 467 – Mike Schilling on Shoreleave 44 (New and Improved) On this episode we catch up with Mike Schilling, the Head of Publicity/Media Relations for Shore Leave 44. We get a sneak peak of what’s to come at this year’s Shore Leave convention at their new location in the Diner’s […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 466 – The 3 Body Problem

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 465 – Cal Dodd (X-Men: Wolverine) & Are Remakes and Reboots Worth it? Join us for an exciting episode where we dive into the latest updates from our favorite sci-fi worlds. From space adventures to dystopian futures, we catch up on the latest news and developments. In the heart of […]

The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 464 – The Final Countdown Movie