Romantic relationships can be difficult here on Earth; just imagine on a starship. We had a front row view of all the romance of the week encounters to the serious and committed relationships. Your hosts Amy, Kevin, and Ria talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of 24th century love. Join us in the Federation Council Chambers on Facebook. Find us on Twitter: The Network: @UFPEarth The Show: @GalaxyClassPod Amy: @MissAmyNelson Joe: @joeyjoe77uk Kevin: @TrueNorthNerds United Federation of Podc...
Oct 22, 2021•58 min
Remember that time when Beverly was trapped in the static warp bubble and was left alone in her own little Universe? Well, now it’s Joe’s turn! On his first solo outing, he’s bringing you the first episode of Storytime on Galaxy Class United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Bill Smith Simon De Luca Chrissie De Clerck-Szilagyi Mahendran Radhakrishnan Jim McMa...
Oct 15, 2021•49 min
When both Amy and Ria are away, we call in the best person we can find to help us decide once and for all which of these two episodes reign supreme. Kevin and Joe enlist the assistance of Chrissie De Clerck-Szilagyi to determine whether a Picard centric episode or a Troi centered story moves on! United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Bill Smith Simon De Luc...
Oct 01, 2021•1 hr 9 min
Jim McMahon is back to test our TNG trivia. Joe, Kevin, and Amy compete for bragging rights and hope the listeners will back their favorite host. Categories include fashion, captains, first introductions, guest stars and starships. Join us in the Federation Council Chambers on Facebook. Find us on Twitter: The Network: @UFPEarth The Show: @GalaxyClassPod Amy: @MissAmyNelson Joe: @joeyjoe77uk Kevin: @TrueNorthNerds United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special tha...
Sep 24, 2021•1 hr 13 min
Ask an expert is alive and well here at Galaxy Class. Joe, our resident science teacher answers another round of questions with great detail and is very easy to understand unless you struggle with his accent. Who knew listening and learning could be so fun? United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Bill Smith Simon De Luca Chrissie De Clerck-Szilagyi Mahendran...
Sep 17, 2021•49 min
Your Galaxy Class hosts delve into the gaudy and effervescent world of Lwaxana Troi portrayed by Majel Barrett-Roddenberry in a continuation of the TNG character profiles. We discuss our favorite Lwaxana moments, her impact on the ship and crew, and the evolution of her character. Join us in the Federation Council Chambers on Facebook. Find us on Twitter: The Network: @UFPEarth The Show: @GalaxyClassPod Amy: @MissAmyNelson Joe: @joeyjoe77uk Kevin: @TrueNorthNerds United Federation of Podcasts is...
Sep 10, 2021•56 min
We go WAY OUT as we pit Season One’s The Last OUTpost against Season Five’s The OUTcast! Which will win out? Kevin, Amy, and Joe debate these episodes and vote for which episode will move onto the next round. United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper David Willett Justin Oser Casey Pettitt Chrissie De Clerck-Szilagyi Jim Stoffel Mahendran Radhakrishnan Jim McM...
Sep 03, 2021•1 hr 6 min
The 55-Year Mission Star Trek Convention was held in Las Vegas a few weeks ago and Ria and Amy had the wonderful opportunity to attend. Joining for the first time to share their newby experiences are Mark White, Mike Richards, and Paul Wright Jr. Join us in the Federation Council Chambers on Facebook. Find us on Twitter: The Network: @UFPEarth The Show: @GalaxyClassPod Amy: @MissAmyNelson Joe: @joeyjoe77uk Kevin: @TrueNorthNerds United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like y...
Aug 27, 2021•1 hr 25 min
Your Galaxy Class hosts dive deeper into the TNG character profiles with the nervous and awkward Lt. Reginald Barclay portrayed by Dwight Schultz. Joe and Kevin discuss their favorite Barclay moments, his impact on the ship and crew during his 12 appearances and his odd personality traits. Join us in the Federation Council Chambers on Facebook. Find us on Twitter: The Network: @UFPEarth The Show: @GalaxyClassPod Amy: @MissAmyNelson Joe: @joeyjoe77uk Kevin: @TrueNorthNerds United Federation of Po...
Aug 20, 2021•41 min
Aug 13, 2021•44 min
It’s the battle of mustache twirling foes between Kivas Fajo and Ardra. Both are diabolical and fiendish, but who will triumph? Kevin, Amy, and Ria debate these episodes and vote for which episode will move onto the next round. United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Chrissie De Clerck-Szilagyi Mahendran Radhakrishnan Jim McMahon Casey Pettitt Justin Oser Vi...
Aug 06, 2021•59 min
Inspired by recent discussions regarding which omnipotent beings would win in a fight, Joe and Ria continue our What If series with a discussion about how our TNG characters would fare in crossovers with other franchises. Join us in the Federation Council Chambers on Facebook. Find us on Twitter: The Network: @UFPEarth The Show: @GalaxyClassPod Amy: @MissAmyNelson Joe: @joeyjoe77uk Kevin: @TrueNorthNerds United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to the...
Jul 30, 2021•43 min
Your Galaxy Class hosts continue their deep dive into the TNG character profiles with the omnipotent and obnoxious entity known as Q portrayed by John de Lancie. Joe, Ria and Amy discuss their favorite Q moments, his origins and how he might be involved in Picard season 2. Join us in the Federation Council Chambers on Facebook. Find us on Twitter: The Network: @UFPEarth The Show: @GalaxyClassPod Amy: @MissAmyNelson Joe: @joeyjoe77uk Kevin: @TrueNorthNerds United Federation of Podcasts is brought...
Jul 23, 2021•55 min
Two ‘Meh!’ episodes are discussed and Amy, Joe and Kevin came to a conclusion with some last minute help from our listeners. Bring your Bat’leth and join the battle! Join us in the Federation Council Chambers on Facebook. Find us on Twitter: The Network: @UFPEarth The Show: @GalaxyClassPod Amy: @MissAmyNelson Joe: @joeyjoe77uk Kevin: @TrueNorthNerds United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help ...
Jul 09, 2021•1 hr 13 min
The number 47 was first introduced into Star Trek by Joe Menosky, a writer on The Next Generation. He along with other graduates from Pomona College in Claremont tout 47 to the quintessential random number. Soon the number was popping up in scripts abound and eventually leaked into the other series. Kevin, Ria, Joe, and Amy invite a few listeners to share their favorite forty-seven reference and their unpopular Trek opinion. This episode is dedicated to all of our listeners and a huge thank you ...
Jul 02, 2021•1 hr 13 min
Your Galaxy Class hosts discuss the many connections between Star Trek Picard season 1 and all 7 seasons and 4 movies of The Next Generation. We also delved deep into the aspects of the show we loved and the tiny details that we didn’t like as much. Join us in the Federation Council Chambers on Facebook. Find us on Twitter: The Network: @UFPEarth The Show: @GalaxyClassPod Amy: @MissAmyNelson Joe: @joeyjoe77uk Kevin: @TrueNorthNerds
Jun 25, 2021•1 hr 22 min
Your Galaxy Class hosts continue their deep dive into the TNG character profiles with the super smart and curious Wesley Crusher who was portrayed by Will Wheaton. Joe, Ria and Amy discuss their favorite Wesley moments, his importance to the TNG crew and why some fans don’t like his character. Join us in the Federation Council Chambers on Facebook. Find us on Twitter: The Network: @UFPEarth The Show: @GalaxyClassPod Amy: @MissAmyNelson Joe: @joeyjoe77uk Kevin: @TrueNorthNerds United Federation o...
Jun 18, 2021•1 hr 1 min
A match so epic, it took the entire Galaxy Class crew and the listeners to determine the winner. Kevin, Joe, Amy and Ria debate the merits of bringing back a favourite original series character against a Klingon Civil War! Bring your Bat’leth and join the battle! United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Kevin Parlagreco Simon De Luca Chrissie De Clerck-Szilag...
Jun 11, 2021•1 hr 19 min
"The Prime Directive is not just a set of rules; it is a philosophy… and a very correct one. History has proven again and again that whenever mankind interferes with a less developed civilization, no matter how well intentioned that interference may be, the results are invariably disastrous." – Jean-Luc Picard, 2364 ("Symbiosis") But is it really? Amy and Ria discuss the pros and cons of the Prime Directive as it was applied in TNG. What say ye, listeners? Join us in the Federation Council Chamb...
Jun 04, 2021•55 min
Covert missions and hostile takeovers are common within Star Trek, and our characters are no stranger to these types of missions. Amy and Kevin compile their episodes to create a watchlist of episodes of becoming someone else. Join us in the Federation Council Chambers on Facebook. Find us on Twitter: The Network: @UFPEarth The Show: @GalaxyClassPod Amy: @MissAmyNelson Joe: @joeyjoe77uk Kevin: @TrueNorthNerds United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks t...
May 28, 2021•47 min
It’s the battle of the crew’s parents! Troi’s mother falls for a doomed scientist, and Riker has daddy issues! Which episode will emerge victorious? United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Kevin Parlagreco Simon De Luca Chrissie De Clerck-Szilagyi Mahendran Radhakrishnan Tom Elliot Vera Bible Justin Oser Victor Gamboa Greg Molumby Christopher Lutz Jim McMaho...
May 21, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Your Galaxy Class hosts continue their deep dive into the TNG character profiles with the enigmatic and captivating Guinan who was portrayed by the award winning actor and comedian Whoopi Goldberg. Joe, Kevin and Amy discuss their favorite Guinan moments, her importance to the TNG crew and perform some first class amateur theatre! United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast...
May 14, 2021•56 min
Our What If series continues - movie edition! Kevin and Amy consider what if scenarios from the movies. What if we met B4 in season one's Datalore instead of the very last movie, Nemesis? What if Lily didn’t stop Picard in First Contact? What if the Enterprise-D was in all of the movies? United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Bill Smith Simon De Luca Chriss...
May 07, 2021•41 min
It is time once again for two episodes to step into the Bat’Leth arena. Only one will emerge! Amy, Joe and Kevin debate the merits of two Season One Episode. Which Wesley focused episode will prevail? United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Kevin Parlagreco Simon De Luca Chrissie De Clerck-Szilagyi Mahendran Radhakrishnan Tom Elliot Vera Bible Justin Oser Vi...
Apr 30, 2021•1 hr 15 min
Ask an expert is alive and well here at Galaxy Class. Joe, our resident science teacher answers our questions with great detail and is very easy to understand. Who knew listening and learning could be so fun? As this is part one, we would love to know your science questions too! United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Bill Smith Simon De Luca Chrissie De Cle...
Apr 23, 2021•1 hr 4 min
Amanda played JAG Captain Phillipa Louvois in the TNG episode The Measure of a Man. She also has acting credits in M*A*S*H, Magnum PI, Remington Steele, Smurfs and many others. Away from acting she is an award winning songwriter, singer and cabaret performer. United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Bill Smith Simon De Luca Chrissie De Clerck-Szilagyi Mahendr...
Apr 16, 2021•1 hr 4 min
Unfortunately, The Next Generation did not have the privilege of visiting the Mirror Universe, like so many other series. Today Galaxy Class will fix this oversight. Amy, Joe, and Kevin rewrite Shades of Grey episode to be their own mirror universe adventure. United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Bill Smith Simon De Luca Chrissie De Clerck-Szilagyi Mahendr...
Apr 09, 2021•57 min
Two Season 4 Episodes step into the Bat’leth arena as Kevin, Joe and Amy, along with the comments of listeners choose between Data’s first romantic relationship, and the crisis of being alone in the universe. Two enter, only one will advance! United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Kevin Parlagreco Simon De Luca Chrissie De Clerck-Szilagyi Mahendran Radhakri...
Apr 02, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Join Joe, Amy and Kevin as we discuss Star Trek collectables and our favourite Trek-themed possessions. United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Bill Smith Simon De Luca Chrissie De Clerck-Szilagyi Mahendran Radhakrishnan Jim McMahon Vera Bible Justin Oser Victor Gamboa Casey Pettitt Christopher Lutz Tom Elliot Greg Molumby Kevin Scharf Alexander Gates Fit Ro...
Mar 27, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Join Ria, Kevin, and Joe as we continue our Character Profile series with the last of the seven main characters - Worf. The first Klingon to serve in Starfleet, Worf breaks the mold of the traditional leather-clad, head-butting warrior. Qapla’! United Federation of Podcasts is brought to you by listeners like you. Special thanks to these patrons on Patreon whose generous contributions help produce the podcast! Tim Cooper Bill Smith Simon De Luca Chrissie De Clerck-Szilagyi Mahendran Radhakrishna...
Mar 19, 2021•59 min
