Rosie Johnson is a space artist, designer, and unapologetic advocate for individuality in the space industry. Through bold self-expression and imaginative storytelling, she’s challenging the idea of what space professionals should look like—and inviting everyone to take up space, both literally and figuratively. In this episode hosted by Amy, Rosie joins us to talk about her journey into the world of space art, the inspiration behind her cosmic fashion and jewelry brand Planet Exophilia , and he...
Jul 09, 2025•1 hr 13 min
With Strange New Worlds boldly going where no one has gone before, rumors are swirling that co-creator Akiva Goldsman wants to continue where The Original Series left off. But what would that actually look like? On this week's episode of Strange New Pod, the crew breaks down what we'd want — and not want — from a potential TOS continuation. Would it take place before “The Man Trap”? After “Turnabout Intruder”? Could it even pick up post- The Motion Picture ? And what about the characters we have...
Jul 04, 2025•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 242
We’re turning the mic over to YOU! The crew of Strange New Pod is going fully unscripted for a special Ask Us Anything episode! Want to know our favorite Star Trek captains? Wild theories for Strange New Worlds Season 3? Which character we'd trust to pilot a shuttle after one too many synthales? Nothing is off limits! Missed your question? Make sure to head over to our YouTube Channel and watch us continue after the episode ended! Send us a text Support the show...
Jun 27, 2025•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 241
This week on Strange New Pod, we go full red alert as we look back at one of the most legendary episodes in all of Star Trek : "The Best of Both Worlds," 35 years later. From Riker’s impossible choice to the chilling arrival of Locutus of Borg, we break down what made this TNG two-parter a true television event, how it redefined the stakes for Star Trek, and why its legacy still looms large across the franchise today. We’ll deep dive into the performances, writing, behind-the-scenes stories, and...
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 240
🚀 Strange New Adventures - Session 3 Now Available! 🚀 "Incursion Point – Act 2: The Fall of Cressida" A catastrophic fracture sends a massive section of the orbital platform Cressida hurtling toward the planet below—and Commodore Xen and Commander Th'Raviq make a daring dive in pursuit. As chaos unfolds in the skies over the fractured colony, the crew races to understand the cause of the collapse and prevent further devastation. Their mission leads to a tense encounter with Veda Damaad, Cressi...
Jun 18, 2025•1 hr 18 min
Join Julian on the red carpet at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival for the premiere of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS Season 3! Julian had the incredible opportunity to attend the red carpet premiere for the highly anticipated third season of Strange New Worlds and chat with some of the brightest stars and minds behind the series. Hear directly from Anson Mount (Captain Pike), Ethan Peck (Spock), Celia Rose Gooding (Uhura), Babs Olusanmokun (M’Benga), Carol Kane (Pelia), and Cillian O’Sullivan (Korb...
Jun 15, 2025•16 min
🎬 Recorded LIVE at Trek Long Island! 🚀 "Star Trek at the Movies" is a special panel hosted by Julian from and written by Emcee Frodis, diving deep into Star Trek’s cinematic past—and what may lie ahead. Joined by a stellar lineup of podcasters: 🖖 Thad – Infinite Diversity Podcast 🖖 Joe Dove – Captain’s Quadrant 🖖 Cris – The Big Sci-Fi Podcast Together, we explore the triumphs and challenges of Trek on the big screen, from the original films to the Kelvin timeline, and the newly released Sec...
Jun 13, 2025•52 min•Ep. 239
This week on Alternative Space: Amy sits down with commercial airline pilot and Cosmic Girls Ambassador Raja Katz for a wide-ranging and inspiring conversation. From the cockpit to the comments section, Raja shares what it’s really like navigating the skies—and the internet—as a woman with a voice and a mission.They talk about the highs and lows of life as a pilot, their mutual love of Taylor Swift, and Raja’s work with Cosmic Girls and Elevate Her Aviation , two organizations working to make ae...
Jun 11, 2025•1 hr 1 min
The Strange New Worlds season three news is coming fast and furious as we get ever closer to Tribeca Film Festival. Join the SNP Crew for their breakdown of the second trailer for season three! We've got Klingons, we've Jim Kirk, we've got Patton Oswalt! So much to talk about. Plus, what caught YOUR eye in the mailbag and so much more on this bonus edition of Strange New Pod! Send us a text Support the show...
Jun 08, 2025•54 min
In this special episode recorded live at Trek Long Island , we sit down with the legendary John Noble for an in-depth panel discussion covering his unforgettable role as The Diviner on Star Trek: Prodigy , his iconic turn as Denethor in The Lord of the Rings , the mind-bending world of Fringe , and so much more. From voice acting to villainy, John shares insights into his creative process, career highlights, and what draws him to complex, layered characters. Plus, we open the floor to audience q...
Jun 06, 2025•55 min•Ep. 238
This week on Strange New Pod, Erik and Emcee sit down with the multi-talented Bruce Horak for an inspiring and heartfelt conversation about his latest project, Boldly Going , a new documentary currently funding on Indiegogo. Bruce shares the deeply personal story behind the film and what it means to boldly go, both as an artist and as someone who is legally blind. The crew also dives into Bruce's passion for portrait painting, his powerful connections with fans through his art, and what it was l...
May 30, 2025•32 min•Ep. 237
This week, we’re joined by New York Times bestselling author James Swallow to talk about his new Star Trek: Strange New Worlds novel, " Toward the Night ." We discuss the inspiration behind the story, writing for Captain Pike and the crew, and what makes this era of Star Trek so exciting to explore. Oh yeah, and Klingons. Send us a text Support the show...
May 23, 2025•45 min•Ep. 236
In this brand new episode of Alternative Space , Girafe sits down with actor and advocate Stephanie Czajkowski —known to Star Trek: Picard fans as Lt. T'Veen. Stephanie opens up about her intense and inspiring journey battling cancer, what it means to be a voice for survivors, and why representation matters now more than ever in the entertainment industry, with more and more IP reboots coming all the time. Plus, you do not want to miss her incredible story about Michael Dorn and a very special j...
May 21, 2025•1 hr 5 min
We're a little under a month away until Strange New Worlds S3 premieres at Tribeca Film Festival in NYC, which means it's time for our annual Wants & Don't Wants with our friends from Open Pike Night! We'll be reading your wants and don't wants throughout the show, all in anticipation of the long-awaited third season of Strange New Worlds! Follow Open Pike Night: Bluesky | Spotify Send us a text Support the show...
May 16, 2025•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 235
Thursday marks the anniversary of Star Trek (2009), and we're heading back into the Kelvin Timeline! Join us as we revisit the highs and lows of JJ Abrams' Star Trek films—from thrilling reboots to controversial twists. We're sharing our favorite (and least favorite) moments across Star Trek (2009), Into Darkness , and Beyond —and reading your picks too! Whether you're Team Prime or Team Kelvin, this one's for you.🖖 Drop your thoughts in the comments and don't forget to like and subscribe! That...
May 09, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 234
In this episode of Alternative Space , Giraffe sits down for a one-on-one conversation with filmmaker, YouTube creator, and trans advocate Jessie Earl. From building an audience in the digital space to becoming a vital voice in the trans community, Jessie shares her journey with honesty, humor, and deep insight. They also dive into her bold and visionary film Identiteaze , discussing the creative process and the impact of telling authentic trans stories. It’s an episode filled with passion, purp...
May 07, 2025•1 hr 13 min
We're celebrating Voyager's 30th anniversary all year long, and this week marks a special moment: Kate Mulgrew's 70th birthday! We're looking back at some of Captain Janeway's BEST moments from both Star Trek Voyager and Star Trek Prodigy, along with our friend, Amy Imhoff! From classic Voyager episodes like "Resolutions" and "Night" to defining moments as both a Hologram in "Supernova, Pt.2" and an Admiral in "The Devourer of All Things." Plus, YOUR favorite Janeway moments and episodes, the St...
May 02, 2025•2 hr 38 min•Ep. 233
🚀 Strange New Adventures - Session 2 Now Available! 🚀 Our second session covering Act Three is here! Follow Commander Th'Raviq, Commander Ven Jaxa, Dr. Voraal, and Lt. Hernandez as they continue the evacuation of Cressida. What happens when the Challenger crew has to deal with a mob of restless Cressidans trying to get off the floating city? How does the crew draw the Bryozoans away from them? And what mission altering event takes places and the end of the scene that will have dire consequence...
Apr 28, 2025•1 hr 10 min
To celebrate Jack Quaid's birthday this Thursday, the SNP Crew along with YOUR picks, goes through the very best of our favorite purple-haired ensign, Brad Boimler! From his very first appearance in "Second Contact" to his big moments in the series finale, Boims has given us the best screams, chases, and transporter clones. Plus, news, the Strange New Loop, and more on episode 216 of Strange New Pod! Send us a text Support the show...
Apr 25, 2025•56 min•Ep. 232
In the very first episode of Alternative Space, hosts Giraffe and Amy Imhoff boldly go into new territory with their inaugural guest—none other than Nana Visitor, the iconic Major Kira Nerys from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine ! Nana joins the show to talk about her brand-new book, Star Trek: Open a Channel: A Woman’s Trek , diving into themes of woman empowerment, representation, and what it means to claim space—on screen and in the real world. Giraffe and Amy share an honest and inspiring conversa...
Apr 23, 2025•56 min
Netflix's hit series Black Mirror is BACK for its seventh season, and with it, the highly anticipated sequel to the series' Star Trek -like episode, "USS Callister!" "USS Callister: Into Infinity" is a feature-length episode, and the SNP crew is going to review every detail. Nanette Cole and the crew of the USS Callister are stranded in an infinite virtual universe, fighting for survival against 30 million players. Plus, the Strange New Loop and so much more on episode 231 of Strange New Pod. Se...
Apr 18, 2025•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 231
🚀 Strange New Adventures - Session 1 Now Available! 🚀 Our first Strange New Adventures session is here! Join us as we dive into Scenes One and Two of "Incursion Point" Act 1: "Operation: Evacuate!" —the thrilling opening to the Star Trek Adventures second edition starter campaign. 🎙 Credits: 🔹 Produced & Edited by: Julian Brown 🔹 Episode Art from: Star Trek Adventures 2E Campaign Booklet , Andrew Clark 🔹 Intro & Outro Music: Luis Humanoide 🔹 Sound Effects: Trek Core Check it out n...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 38 min
After an eternity, we finally have something new to discuss from Strange New Worlds! Join the crew as they break down the season three teaser trailer! Holodecks? Murder mysteries? Gorn? We've got them all. Plus, what you're looking forward to most in the mailbag section and more on episode 230 of Strange New Pod! Send us a text Support the show...
Apr 11, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 230
One year removed from Discovery's final season premiere, it's time to go to black alert one last time and look back at the fifth and final season with our friend and special guest Jessie Earl! From the early moments of season five and the hunt for the Progenitor's tech to episodes like "Face the Strange" and the emotional series finale. Plus your thoughts on the final season in the mailbag section, multiple giveaways, and so much more on episode 229 of Strange New Pod. Follow Jessie: YouTube | B...
Apr 08, 2025•2 hr 26 min•Ep. 229
Strange New Pod's favorite episode series concludes this week with Erik's pick, Star Trek Deep Space Nine's "The Visitor!" Get the tissue boxes ready! After an accident in the engine room of the Defiant apparently claims the life of Benjamin Sisko, Jake lives out his life in an endless quest to locate his father. Plus, your thoughts on the episode in the mailbag section and so much more on episode 228 of Strange New Pod. Send us a text Support the show...
Mar 28, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 228
John De Lancie has brought the legendary Q to life for almost 40 years, and on his birthday, we look back at one of Jean-Luc Picard and Kathryn Janeway's greatest foils...and dare we say, friends? From the very first meeting in "Encounter at Farpoint" to the Q Civil War in "The Q and the Grey." We'll go on a journey through the continuum from TNG to Voyager , and possibly make a stop at DS9 . Plus your thoughts on Q in the mailbag section and so much more on episode 227 of Strange New Pod. Send ...
Mar 21, 2025•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 227
Strange New Pod's favorite episode series continues this week with Julian's pick, Voyager's "Timeless!" A failed attempt to return home results in Voyager crash-landing on an ice world and the crew's deaths, save for Chakotay and Harry Kim. Now, fifteen years later, the two men, having resigned from Starfleet, attempt to alter history to save the ship from disaster before Starfleet can stop them. Plus your thoughts on the episode in the mailbag section and so much more on episode 226 of Strange ...
Mar 14, 2025•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 226
Welcome to this special bonus episode of our Star Trek Adventures Starter Campaign! In Session 0 , we embark on an exciting journey to the final frontier, introducing our ship—the U.S.S. Challenger —and the crew that will face the unknown. With the bold Starfleet officers of the U.S.S. Challenger, we lay the foundation for the adventures ahead. Join us as we discuss character backstories, basic rules, and the challenges that await in this bold new campaign. Set course and HIT IT! Credits: Produc...
Mar 10, 2025•14 min
Girafe hasn’t stopped talking about Star Trek: Picard "Second Self" since the moment she cracked it open, so we’re making it official—she’s sitting down with the one and only Dr. Una McCormack! Join us for an in-depth chat about this Star Trek: Picard novel, exploring Raffi Musiker’s journey with some behind-the-scenes insights. Buckle up—this is the Second Self deep dive you didn’t know you needed (but Girafe definitely did)! Send us a text Support the show...
Mar 07, 2025•49 min
Strange New Pod's favorite episode series continues this week with Hawk's pick, TNG's "The Measure of a Man!" Picard must prove Data is legally a sentient being with rights and freedoms under Federation law when transfer orders demand Data's reassignment for study and disassembly. Plus your thoughts on the episode in the mailbag section and so much more on episode 225 of Strange New Pod. Send us a text Support the show...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 225
