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Discovery: A Star Trek Podcast by Phantastic Geek

Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaarstartrekdiscovery.blogspot.com
Pete and Matt from PhantasticGeek.com take their continuing adventures to sharing news and reviews ahead of Star Trek: Discovery's fourth season on Paramount+. We also cover Star Trek in general, including breaking news about the Star Trek Universe. We are here every week to analyze, theorize, and share your feedback on PhantasticGeek.com, Facebook.com/PhantasticGeek, and Twitter.com/PhantasticGeek. We podcast each episode the week it airs.
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Episodes

402 "Anomaly"

With the still-unknown nature of the astrological threat, Discovery is dispatched to gather data. The crew looks to buoy one another in the face on universe-changing ramifications. Matt and Pete unravel episode 402, “Anomaly.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek --a little latinum goes a long way. Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3...

Nov 28, 2021

401 "Kobayashi Maru"

Discovery has settled into the 32nd Century. But a mysterious threat sends Capt. Burnham and crew to Deep Space Beta-Six. Matt and Pete evaluate the gravity of episode 401, “Kobayashi Maru.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek --a little latinum goes a long way. Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3...

Nov 21, 2021

Previewing Star Trek Discovery: Season FOUR

Modern Star Trek's flagship returns on November 18th, and PhantasticGeek.com 's Pete and Matt are ready to chart a course. Our weekly Discovery podcast returns Sunday, November 11th! Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek --a little latinum goes a long way. Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3...

Nov 06, 2021

Star Trek at New York Comic Con 2021

With Star Trek back at New York Comic Con, Pete and Matt discuss the panels about Discovery and Prodigy--with some late-breaking Strange New Worlds news to top things off! Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek --a little latinum goes a long way! Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3...

Oct 12, 2021

Star Trek Day 2021

On the 55th anniversary of Star Trek, shows modern and old were celebrated--but what's on the horizon? We talk the Star Trek Day reveals for Prodigy, Discovery, Picard, Strange New Worlds, and beyond. Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek --a little latinum goes a long way! Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3...

Sep 10, 2021

Star Trek at SDCC 2021

Star Trek's animated arm flexed at SDCC (@Home) 2021, with Lower Decks and Prodigy taking the digital stage. Pete and Matt get drawn into the discussion! Reminder to our Lower Decks listeners: we've spun off Lower Decks to its own feed ! MP3

Jul 26, 2021

Emmy Nominations 20201

How'd the shows in our podcast purview do for Emmy nominations this year? We talk up Star Trek Universe, WandaVision, Falcon and the Winter Soldier, the Mandalorian, and more! MP3

Jul 16, 2021

Ranking the Worst of Star Trek

There's a lot to love about Star Trek, but PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt delve into the worst of every Star Trek show. MP3

May 30, 2021

First Contact Day 2021

With the stars aligning for the inaugural First Contact Day event, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt talk about all the latest Star Trek news, covering Picard, Discovery, Lower Decks, Prodigy, and more. MP3 Apple Podcasts

Apr 05, 2021

Star Trek's Bright Future

With four Star Trek shows in active production, it's never been a better time to be a Trek fan! PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt look and what's in store with Strange New Worlds, Lower Decks, Discovery, Picard, Prodigy, and more. MP3

Mar 18, 2021

Looking Back at Season 3

Season 3 of Star Trek: Discovery might be in the books, but that means it's time to take one more look back. What will stick with us as we await more Star Trek? Pete and Matt set a course to fly. Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3 Apple Podcasts...

Jan 16, 2021

313 "That Hope Is You, Part 2"

As time ticks away for Saru, Culber and Adira on Su’Kal’s ship, Burnham and crew try to take back Discovery from Osyraa and the Emerald Chain. Matt and Pete admire the season 3 finale, episode 313, “That Hope is You, Part II.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3 Apple Podcasts...

Jan 09, 2021

312 "There Is A Tide..."

It’s “Die Hard” on the Discovery! As Osyraa ratchets up her gambit against the Federation, Burnham attempts to free her colleagues with some unanticipated allies. Matt and Pete ride episode 312, “There is a Tide…” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3 Apple Podcasts...

Jan 02, 2021

311 "Su'Kal"

Discovery has found the source of the Burn, but so has Osyraa. An unorthodox away mission for a fragile survivor raises the stakes all around. Matt and Pete anticipate input for episode 311, “Su’Kal.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3 Apple Podcasts...

Dec 26, 2020

310 "Terra Firma, Part 2"

It’s a Wonderful Mirror Universe as Georgiou looks to rehabilitate her wayward Burnham. Back in reality, an unanticipated assist gets Adira and Stamets into the crashed Kelpien ship’s systems. Matt and Pete spin off an emperor with episode 310, “Terra Firma, Part II.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek ...

Dec 19, 2020

309 "Terra Firma, Part 1"

As Georgiou's condition continues to deteriorate, Discovery’s computer directs them to a potential cure on the planet of Dannus Five. The mysterious signal emanating from the Verubin Nebula leads to more questions and a connection. Matt and Pete find solid footing on episode 309, “Terra Firma, Part I.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek....

Dec 12, 2020

308 "The Sanctuary"

Book’s homeworld is in trouble with Emerald Chain and Discovery jumps in with orders to observe. Stamets and Adira work to decrypt a distress signal from the source of the Burn. And Ryn the Andorian has a secret to share. Matt and Pete make their way to episode 308, “The Sanctuary.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ ...

Dec 05, 2020

307 "Unification III"

With Burnham at a crossroads, Discovery travels to the familiar-yet-different world of Ni’Var for more evidence about the Burn. While they prepare for one mother of a scientific inquiry, Saru taps an acting first officer. Matt and Pete can handle the absolute candor of episode 307, “Unification III.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.co...

Nov 28, 2020

306 "Scavengers"

As a refit Discovery stands by for Starfleet rapid threat response, Burnham does what she does best and goes rogue with Georgiou. Stamets and Adira find they have more in common than most people. Matt and Pete uncover episode 306, “Scavengers.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3 Apple Podcasts...

Nov 21, 2020

305 "Die Trying"

Discovery reunites with the rest of Starfleet at Federation headquarters and lobbies to be kept together to prove their worth. Georgiou is sized up. Nahn provides vital insight for a mission. Matt and Pete attempt to do justice to episode 305, “Die Trying.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3 Apple...

Nov 14, 2020

304 "Forget Me Not"

Adira needs the assistance of the Trill to access the memories of the Tal symbiont, but the peaceful joined species has run into problems of its own. Dr. Culber cares for the crew. Stamets is tasked with finding a propulsion system interface less dependent on himself. Matt and Pete have deep memories of episode 304, “Forget Me Not.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected]...

Nov 07, 2020

303 "People Of Earth"

A changed Burnham reunites with the crew of the U.S.S. Discovery, but who should take command? And now that they can use the spore drive to jump to Earth, what will it look like? Matt and Pete revisit episode 303, “People of Earth.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3 Apple Podcasts...

Oct 31, 2020

302 "Far From Home"

Discovery arrives in the future and crash lands on the Colony. Ship and crew have their bells wrung, but no one more than Detmer. Can they re-establish comms and sensors to escape the parasitic ice? Matt & Pete venture into episode 302, “Far From Home.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3 . App...

Oct 24, 2020

301 "That Hope Is You, Part 1"

The future is now. Starfleet’s Michael Burnham finds herself in the year 3188 cut off from everything and everyone she’s ever known. A less-than-open Book is her guide to the murky state of the universe. Matt and Pete put their faith in episode 301, “That Hope is You, Part I.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ Phanta...

Oct 17, 2020

Season 3 Preview

It's countdown to the future! PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt take one more look ahead at what Star Trek: Discovery season three may be. Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3 Apple Podcasts...

Oct 15, 2020

Lower Decks: Season 1 Wrap

With Stardate 57999.0 fast approaching, we're back for one last look at Star Trek: Lower Decks season one. Sprinkled in like stardust is talk about Star Trek: Discovery and the Trek the Vote campaign. If YOU have given to the Trek the Vote campaign, we hope you'll join us for a Star Trek themed Zoom chat on October 10/17; you can sign up here . Apple Podcasts MP3...

Oct 13, 2020

Lower Decks: 110 "No Small Parts"

Mariner’s secret is out! Tendi comes full circle as a mentor for a new crew mate. The Cerritos is summoned to assist the hapless Captain Dayton and crew again with shocking and unexpected results in the season 1 finale. Matt and Pete inspect episode 110, “No Small Parts.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticG...

Oct 10, 2020

Star Trek Universe at New York Comic Con 2020

We're off to New York Comic Con... virtually... and it's time to reflect on the Star Trek Universe and the panels on Lower Decks and Discovery. We also talk about our support for the #TrekTheVote effort. MP3

Oct 09, 2020

Lower Decks: 109 "Crisis Point"

It’s a movie on the holodeck! A plus-sized Lower Decks lovingly sends up all the tropes of the film franchise masking a therapeutic A-plot. Matt and Pete brave episode 109, “Crisis Point.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3 Apple Podcasts...

Oct 03, 2020

Lower Decks: 108 "Veritas"

When the Lower Deckers are put on the spot as witnesses to the bridge crew’s deeds, we get an unorthodox look at just who knows what on a Federation starship. Matt and Pete enter into the record episode 108, “Veritas.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek . Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com , or tweeting @ PhantasticGeek . MP3 Apple Podcasts...

Sep 26, 2020
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