Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever: Where Sci-Fi Meets Film & Culture

 This is THE person listeners want to produce the best sci-fi podcast out there. Here’s her quote: “When I watched Terminator 2 at the age of 13, I really wanted to be like Sarah Conner: Strong, resilient and defiant. I despise the gym but have gone regularly to the gym most of my life because Sarah Conner would not want to see me getting weak for the impending apocalypse! I must not let her down. But realistically, it seems like a lot of hard work. I would much rather be a captain or crew member on a Federation starship or perhaps Doc Emmett Brown from Back to the Future. Something where the adventures involve fewer death machines chasing me incessantly.”

That person is Ayesha Khan, creator and host of Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever, whose continuing mission is to explore strange old films, seek out the experts, and boldly bring them to you.

The Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever* podcast, which began in March 2024, looks back at more than a century of films, beginning in 1902 and working towards the future. Each episode focuses on a film, director, or theme and brings in experts to discuss its history, politics, and influences.

"We began our journey with an episode dedicated to finding out what science fiction actually is. Then we move to Paris, 1902, to watch and discuss the first sci-fi film ever: Le Voyage Dans La Lune. Occasionally we will take some detours," says Ayesha Khan.

 Khan continues: "Each episode plans to put the film I watch into context of the time, society and people it was borne of. I do the research, I find the experts and I bring them to you! And then you all cheer, or chase me with pitchforks. To clarify, I would prefer the former. But alas, sometimes the things we create have unexpected consequences."

In the bottom of the show notes to every episode gives listeners the links to where to find the next film. Khan promises that "Every once in a while, we’ll take a break from the studious business of watching science fiction films and speak to some people about their favorite sci-fi film, or discuss a science fiction theme or topic."

Here's just a partial list of the movies that Ayesha has covered so far: Metropolis, King Kong, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, The Thing From Outer Space, Them, The Blob, Godzilla, Creature From The Black Lagoon, and so many more.

 Ayesha Khan shares her expertise: "I am a multimedia producer by profession, and I freelance alongside my own podcasting. I also paint and dabble in multimedia art, but the podcast is my main focus. (I have children, a partner I thoroughly enjoy hanging out with, and friends I barely see! Apologies to them if they are reading this.)."

Ayesha confides: "I love science fiction films and history and enjoy learning about society, culture and politics. I adore films, music, and creativity of all sorts. I’m an optimist despite being very affected by the mess of the world, although, like everyone, there are days when the optimism definitely fades!"

 I highly recommend Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever if you're a sci-fi fan. The host, Ayesha Khan, is fascinating and passionate about the topic, and she mixes humor in with her sci-fi discussions.

I'll let Ayesha Khan end with her request of listeners: "I would be thrilled if you would join me on my intergalactic journey. The great thing about this intrepid adventure is that you can take part while sitting on a sofa, cozily dressed in your pajamas. But don’t let me limit you. You could also be wearing your best Klingon regalia or be dressed as a mad scientist. The point is, you can wear what you like."

When asked, ‘Where would you like your podcast to go?’ Ayesha answers: "Boldly, where no podcast has gone before! Or perhaps just to the point where I can make it my entire job. (It’s already my entire personality, although I perhaps need to dial back on that a little bit.) In the near future, I would love to do a live podcast episode with a screening."