The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast

Best Selling Author and Film Director
We are thrilled to kick off a brand-new season of The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast with an extraordinary special guest: Nicholas Meyer — bestselling author and legendary filmmaker.

Nicholas Meyer is the brilliant mind behind such iconic films as Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, as well as a celebrated author whose work has captivated readers for decades.

In this fascinating conversation, we talk about his remarkable life and career, his passion for Shakespeare, his deep interest in history, the stories and ideas that have inspired him, and so much more!

Whether you're a lifelong Star Trek fan, a lover of great literature and history, or simply fascinated by the creative minds behind some of our favorite stories, you won't want to miss this very special season premiere!

Learn more about Nicholas Meyer and his work on his website:
https://www.nicholas-meyer.com/

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Season Finale!
Our season finale is here, and it’s one we’re incredibly proud of. This week on The BIG Sci‑Fi Podcast, we sit down with Rod Roddenberry for a heartfelt and revealing conversation.
Rod shares personal stories about his childhood surrounded by Trek, reflects on his mother Majel Barrett’s legacy, and gives us his honest take on the current state of the franchise. We even dive into his thoughts on the Project Hail Mary film.
This episode isn’t just for Trek fans—it’s for anyone who loves hearing authentic stories from people who helped shape the worlds we love.
🖖 Join us for a powerful and intimate season finale.

The Classic DS9 Episode
Few hours of Star Trek have ever hit as hard — or as honestly — as Deep Space Nine’s “The Visitor.” In this deeply personal episode of The BIG Sci‑Fi Podcast, the crew opens up about one of the most powerful and emotionally devastating stories in Trek history.
We explore why this episode continues to resonate decades later, how its themes of grief, legacy, and the unbreakable bond between parents and children land differently as we age, and what it reveals about the human experience through the lens of science fiction.
This conversation gets real. We share our own stories, our own losses, and the moments in “The Visitor” that still stop us in our tracks. Whether you’ve seen the episode once or a hundred times, this discussion will remind you why Star Trek storytelling endures — and why this particular hour remains one of its most unforgettable achievements.

The 2025 Film
Hold onto your butts — a new episode of The BIG Sci‑Fi Podcast has escaped the paddock!
This week, the hosts take on Jurassic World: Rebirth, unpacking its biggest moments, boldest ideas, and all the dino‑powered excitement in between.
Whether you're Team T‑Rex or Team Raptor, you’ll have a blast with this one.
🦕🎧 Dive in and enjoy the adventure!

The Smash-hit Film
This week on The BIG Sci‑Fi Podcast, we’re diving head‑first into the cosmic thrill ride that is Project Hail Mary!
The crew breaks down the film’s biggest surprises, its bold adaptation choices, and why this story of survival, science, and unexpected friendship is hitting audiences so hard.
If you loved the book, loved the movie, or just love great sci‑fi, this is the conversation you don’t want to miss.
Strap in, fire up the engines, and join us for an interstellar deep‑dive on The BIG Sci‑Fi Podcast!