👽 A celebration of TV’s most iconic alien invasions, past and present.
For this special edition of Time Capsule, we open the vault and revisit some of the most influential extraterrestrial stories ever broadcast. From the paranoia‑soaked 1960s to the blockbuster‑fueled 1980s and the conspiracy‑rich 1990s, these creators and performers helped define how generations imagined first contact—and the fear that comes with it.
This episode brings together an extraordinary lineup of voices from across alien‑invasion history:
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Jane Badler — the unforgettable Diana from V
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Larry Cohen — creator of The Invaders
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Bryce Zabel — co‑creator of Dark Skies
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Bonus archival audio with Roy Thinnes, star of The Invaders From The DVD
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Together, they explore the craft, the cultural anxieties, and the creative risks behind their groundbreaking series.

<description>&lt;p&gt;👽 A celebration of TV’s most iconic alien invasions, past and present.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For this special edition of Time Capsule, we open the vault and revisit some of the most influential extraterrestrial stories ever broadcast. From the paranoia‑soaked 1960s to the blockbuster‑fueled 1980s and the conspiracy‑rich 1990s, these creators and performers helped define how generations imagined first contact—and the fear that comes with it.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This episode brings together an extraordinary lineup of voices from across alien‑invasion history:&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jane Badler — the unforgettable Diana from V&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Larry Cohen — creator of The Invaders&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Bryce Zabel — co‑creator of Dark Skies&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Bonus archival audio with Roy Thinnes, star of The Invaders From The DVD&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Together, they explore the craft, the cultural anxieties, and the creative risks behind their groundbreaking series.&lt;/p&gt;
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For this special edition of Time Capsule, we open the vault and revisit some of the most influential extraterrestrial stories ever broadcast. From the paranoia‑soaked 1960s to the blockbuster‑fueled 1980s and the conspiracy‑rich 1990s, these creators and performers helped define how generations imagined first contact—and the fear that comes with it.

Time Capsule: There Be Aliens Edition

🚀 Puppets, starships, moonbases, and the enduring power of imagination.
In this episode, Tony sits down over Zoom with Jaime Anderson, creative director of Anderson Entertainment and son of legendary producer Gerry Anderson—the visionary behind some of the most iconic sci‑fi television ever made.
From the marionette-driven “Supermarionation” classics of the 1960s (Fireball XL5, Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons) to the groundbreaking live‑action series of the 1970s (UFO, Space: 1999), Gerry Anderson reshaped the landscape of genre storytelling. Now, Jaime is carrying that legacy forward—preserving the past while building bold new futures inspired by his father’s work.
This conversation explores not just the shows, but the human stories behind them: creativity, family, grief, reinvention, and the timeless desire to imagine better worlds.
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<description>&lt;p&gt;🚀 Puppets, starships, moonbases, and the enduring power of imagination.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Tony sits down over Zoom with Jaime Anderson, creative director of Anderson Entertainment and son of legendary producer Gerry Anderson—the visionary behind some of the most iconic sci‑fi television ever made.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From the marionette-driven “Supermarionation” classics of the 1960s (Fireball XL5, Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons) to the groundbreaking live‑action series of the 1970s (UFO, Space: 1999), Gerry Anderson reshaped the landscape of genre storytelling. Now, Jaime is carrying that legacy forward—preserving the past while building bold new futures inspired by his father’s work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This conversation explores not just the shows, but the human stories behind them: creativity, family, grief, reinvention, and the timeless desire to imagine better worlds.&lt;/p&gt;
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In this episode, Tony sits down over Zoom with Jaime Anderson, creative director of Anderson Entertainment and son of legendary producer Gerry Anderson—the visionary behind some of the most iconic sci‑fi television ever made.

Jaime Anderson on the Worlds of Gerry Anderson

In this special episode, the incomparable Tricia Helfer to explore her diverse and fascinating career across television, film, and gaming. From iconic sci-fi roles to unexpected turns in horror and voice acting, Tricia shares candid insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and reflections on her journey.  BONUS: Her Creepshow roundtable
🌟 Highlights from the Conversation
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Dracula in Van Helsing Tricia talks about stepping into the role of Dracula, bringing menace to the legendary character.
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Creepshow We dive into her appearance in Creepshow, exploring the fun and creativity of working within the horror anthology format.
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Battlestar Galactica &amp; Podcasting A heartfelt look back at Battlestar Galactica, its cultural impact, and the experience of revisiting the series through podcasting.
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Ascension Tricia reflects on her role in Ascension, discussing the ambitious storytelling.
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Voicing EDI in Mass Effect Tricia shares her experience bringing EDI to life in the Mass Effect games, highlighting the unique challenges and joys of voice acting in interactive media.
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<description>&lt;p&gt;In this special episode, the incomparable Tricia Helfer to explore her diverse and fascinating career across television, film, and gaming. From iconic sci-fi roles to unexpected turns in horror and voice acting, Tricia shares candid insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and reflections on her journey.  BONUS: Her Creepshow roundtable&lt;/p&gt;
🌟 Highlights from the Conversation
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&lt;p&gt;Dracula in Van Helsing Tricia talks about stepping into the role of Dracula, bringing menace to the legendary character.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Creepshow We dive into her appearance in Creepshow, exploring the fun and creativity of working within the horror anthology format.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Battlestar Galactica &amp;amp; Podcasting A heartfelt look back at Battlestar Galactica, its cultural impact, and the experience of revisiting the series through podcasting.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Ascension Tricia reflects on her role in Ascension, discussing the ambitious storytelling.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Voicing EDI in Mass Effect Tricia shares her experience bringing EDI to life in the Mass Effect games, highlighting the unique challenges and joys of voice acting in interactive media.&lt;/p&gt;
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In this special episode, the incomparable Tricia Helfer to explore her diverse and fascinating career across television, film, and gaming. From iconic sci-fi roles to unexpected turns in horror and voice acting, Tricia shares candid insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and reflections on her journey.

Tricia Helfer

Tony Tellado unravels the intriguing world of "The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live" with some of the cast. Featuring Terry O'Quinn, Leslie Ann-Brandt, and Craig Tate, this deep dive into the characters and their relationships with Rick Grimes offers a fascinating peek into the world of this new series. From uncovering the dynamics between characters to exploring the impressive world-building that went into the show, listeners will witness the actors' insights and experiences in bringing this universe to life. Get ready to delve into the supernatural and human stories, the impact of Andrew Lincoln, and so much more on this specialepisode.
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<description>&lt;p&gt;Tony Tellado unravels the intriguing world of "The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live" with some of the cast. Featuring Terry O'Quinn, Leslie Ann-Brandt, and Craig Tate, this deep dive into the characters and their relationships with Rick Grimes offers a fascinating peek into the world of this new series. From uncovering the dynamics between characters to exploring the impressive world-building that went into the show, listeners will witness the actors' insights and experiences in bringing this universe to life. Get ready to delve into the supernatural and human stories, the impact of Andrew Lincoln, and so much more on this specialepisode.&lt;/p&gt;
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Tony Tellado unravels the intriguing world of ”The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live” with some of the cast. Featuring Terry O’Quinn, Leslie Ann-Brandt, and Craig Tate

The Walking Dead The Ones That Live

Step back into the airwaves of New York City with this vintage recording from Tony’s radio days. Fresh off the success of Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, writer-producer Pen Densham turned his creative energy toward reviving one of television’s most iconic sci-fi anthologies: The Outer Limits. His vision brought the series back to life for a remarkable eight-season run, blending timeless speculative storytelling with modern sensibilities.
This episode captures that moment in time—when the seeds of revival were still fresh, and the genre landscape was shifting toward bold reimaginings.
📚 Book Review with Ernest Lilley: Co-host Ernest Lilley joins the conversation with a thoughtful review, adding a literary lens to the episode’s exploration of storytelling.
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<description>&lt;p&gt;Step back into the airwaves of New York City with this vintage recording from Tony’s radio days. Fresh off the success of Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, writer-producer Pen Densham turned his creative energy toward reviving one of television’s most iconic sci-fi anthologies: The Outer Limits. His vision brought the series back to life for a remarkable eight-season run, blending timeless speculative storytelling with modern sensibilities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This episode captures that moment in time—when the seeds of revival were still fresh, and the genre landscape was shifting toward bold reimaginings.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;📚 Book Review with Ernest Lilley: Co-host Ernest Lilley joins the conversation with a thoughtful review, adding a literary lens to the episode’s exploration of storytelling.&lt;/p&gt;
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Step back into the airwaves of New York City with this vintage recording from Tony’s radio days. Fresh off the success of Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, writer-producer Pen Densham turned his creative energy toward reviving one of television’s most iconic sci-fi anthologies: The Outer Limits. His vision brought the series back to life for a remarkable eight-season run, blending timeless speculative storytelling with modern sensibilities.

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