SPOILER ALERT It's the most epic Star Trek novel trilogy of all time! This week, we welcome our old friend, Dayton Ward, author of Star Trek: Coda Book 1: Moments Asunder. Starfleet and the Federation face possibly their gravest threat yet. We'll also discuss this trilogy concluding the novel continuity, and believe us there will be a lot of spoilers, so if you haven't read Moments Asunder yet, you're definitely going to want to! STARFLEET’S FINEST FACES A CHALLENGE UNLIKE ANY OTHER TOMORROW IS ...
Oct 27, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 271
Parents: This episode is tagged as explicit for adult language and situations. There is no "bleeping" in this episode. This week, we're excited to welcome John Billingsley to The Flagship! For four seasons, he portrayed the NX-01's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Phlox and today he stops by to talk a little bit about the 20th Anniversary of Star Trek: Enterprise. In addition, we'll talk to him about an organization he's passionate about: the Hollywood Food Coalition ! They've been feeding the homeles...
Oct 13, 2021•1 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 270
The Enterprise arrives at the planet Sarpeidon which is about to be destroyed by a supernova. Kirk, Spock, and McCoy beam down to investigate and are trapped in a planet's distant past--where Kirk is accused of being a witch and Spock finds love (or something) with an exiled woman. We'll discuss why we love this episode despite its obvious quirks and plot holes. Where does Spock think he's going to get seeds? Why doesn't McCoy regress? And what the hell happens to that cart once it goes through ...
Oct 07, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 269
This week, The Flagship is back! Bill and Dan return after a somewhat unplanned absence to talk about the developments from Star Trek Day! There were lots of announcements, some trailers, and some premiere dates. We'll break it all down and explain why Star Trek Day is now one of our favorite days of the year!
Sep 17, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 268
Originally Published: April 10, 2015 This week, Bill is having his wisdom teeth out so, in lieu of a brand new episode, we're sharing one of our favorite early conversations on Trek Geeks! In 2015, we were insanely lucky to have Nana Visitor from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine on the podcast to discuss creating the Kira character, women and the Star Trek Universe, how DS9 has held up over time, how a new generation of fans is discovering the series, and even a little Friday the 13th talk! We hope yo...
Aug 26, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 267
To say we've been getting excited for Las Vegas and the 55 Year Mission Tour convention would be a vast understatement. As recently as a few days ago, we were preparing to make our trip to the desert. ...and then we changed our plans. This week, we pre-empt our planned episode on The Royale to discuss the decision to cancel FanGeeks Party 2021 and our trip to Las Vegas in the wake of the Delta Variant. Plus, we'll be joined by Lew Halboth from FanSets to discuss why they are still going to Vegas...
Aug 05, 2021•1 hr 56 min•Season 1Ep. 267
With just two weeks to go until Vegas, we're chatting briefly with Star Trek: Discovery's Anthony Rapp about Season 3 now that you can get it from your favorite retailer on DVD, Blu-Ray, and Steelbook! We'll talk about the importance of Discovery jumping to the year 32nd century, some of the challenges, and more! Plus, Bill and Dan talk favorite Season 3 moments and another of our "How to Vegas" segments with "Mr. Convention," Ron Wrobel!
Jul 29, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 266
This week, Bill and Dan cover the latest Star Trek movie news, new Star Trek action figures and playsets coming our way, and Emmy nominations! Plus, get a bonus segment on the recently announced tickets for Star Trek: Mission Chicago only available on the Trek Geeks mobile app ! iOS/Apple Appstore : https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trek-geeks/id1569873516 Google Play : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.podsquad.trekgeekspodcast...
Jul 22, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 265
What happens when a Force of Nature tries to teach weather to two Natural Disasters? Well, wonder no more! This week, Bill and Dan are joined by Meteorologist Katie Nickolaou from CBS 14 in Sioux City, Iowa to talk about her fandom, the extreme weather we've been experiencing across the country, Star Trek, and...PLINKO?! Yep. That's right. Plinko! Plus, more on "How to Vegas," with Mr. Convention himself--Ron Wrobel! Less than three weeks to go until the 55 Year Mission in Vegas, so download thi...
Jul 21, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 265
This week, Bill and Dan are joined by none other than Star Trek: Discovery/Picard/Lower Decks/Prodigy/Strange New Worlds executive producer, Rod Roddenberry to talk about the 100th birthday of his father, Gene Roddenberry! We'll discuss the legacy of Gene as his centennial approaches, as well as "Gene's Vision," and Rod's thoughts fandom, storytelling in Star Trek, what he's learned in the ten years since his documentary "Trek Nation" was released, as well as the Roddenberry #thinkTREK campaign!...
Jul 14, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 264
FINALLY It's been a long road...getting to this See It or Skip It, but here we are and, this week, we're taking a look at Season 1 of Star Trek: Enterprise! We're looking at all 26 episodes and, well, you know how it goes: some of them we'll see and some of them we won't even remember. Joining us as special Guest Referee is Sara from Rewind and Discovering Trek: Enterprise! She'll try to keep us on track as we talk about each episode which, as you know, is no small task...but we have faith...of ...
Jul 07, 2021•2 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 263
This week, we welcome Star Trek: Discovery's Ryn, Noah Averbach-Katz, to discuss an race in Star Trek he might know a little about. We'll discuss everybody's favorite ice-planet dwelling xenophobes, the Andorians! We'll get some special insight from Noah on bringing Ryn to life as well as some of the complexities of this alien's dealings. Plus, we bring you another in our series of "How to Vegas," with our good friend Ron Wrobel! This week, it's all about the budget and we'll give you some ideas...
Jun 30, 2021•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 262
It's been a long time since we've been able with our Trek Family in Las Vegas, and this summer we're finally back in the desert to celebrate this franchise we all love. Joining us to talk about the 50th Anniversary of Creation Entertainment and to preview some of what you'll see during the show is Creation's Co-CEO, Adam Malin! You've seen him on stage asking questions of our Star Trek stars, and now we'll ask him all about getting the first Star Trek convention off the ground and the challenges...
Jun 23, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 261
This week, Bill & Dan look at a lot of news from a lot of Star Trek shows in production, new Mirror Universe comics, and the cast announcement for Star Trek: Prodigy! Plus, get a bonus segment on the Star Trek: Picard teaser trailer only available on the Trek Geeks mobile app! iOS/Apple Appstore : https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trek-geeks/id1569873516 Google Play : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.podsquad.trekgeekspodcast...
Jun 18, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 260
This week, Dan and Bill return to take their first-ever look at an episode from Star Trek: Picard--and what better episode to do that with than the fan-favorite, "Nepenthe!" The seventh episode of Picard's first season, Jean-Luc Picard and Soji seek shelter from Will Riker and Deanna Troi, while Hugh assists Elnor on the Artifact and Agnes Jurati looks for a way out. There's a lot that happens in this one and even more emotion. We'll look at all the developments that happen in Nepenthe and why w...
Jun 10, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 260
This week, Bill & Dan spend a lot of time wishing and hoping! They've come up with their ultimate wish lists of actors they'd love to see in Star Trek someday as well as some characters they might play. We think some of the picks might surprise you! Of course, there are rules: 6-10 actors, none of whom can be Lance Reddick Actors must be living at time of recording Can't ever have been in Star Trek in any capacity (no guest stars, no extras) Someone you'd want to see as a series regular, eit...
May 20, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 259
This week, we not only see the return of Dan Davidson, but we also have an incredibly special guest! We welcome none other than Star Trek icon Gates McFadden to the Trek Geeks Podcast! We'll talk about her brand new podcast where she talks to a lot of her Star Trek family, "Gates McFadden InvestiGates: Who Do You Think You Are?" and what it's like to go from zero to podcasting in the course of a pandemic. Gates' new podcast is available on all podcasting platforms, so be sure to check it out tod...
May 13, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 258
Voyager's Captain and First Officer have contracted a virus from an insect bite on an alien world and they've been marooned on the surface to live out the rest of their lives...but what will this do to their relationship and what will it mean for the future? ...I think we all know the answer to that one. ;) This week, Bill and Kasey take on the penultimate episode of Voyager's second season, "Resolutions." (Or, "The One Where Janeway & Chakotay Might Do It. Or Not. Probably Not.)...
Apr 30, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 257
IT'S TIME FOR THE NEWS FROM TREKNEWS.NET! This week, Bill & Dan discuss new high-end action figures, Star Trek army men, and a giant tease on social media from a TNG alum...that might have backfired?
Apr 22, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 256
IT'S TIME FOR THE NEWS FROM TREKNEWS.NET! This week, a new Star Trek mobile game, a new date for a new Star Trek film, and a huge award for Star Trek: Discovery! Join Bill & Dan for The News From TrekNews.net--the Oldest Brand-New Star Trek News Podcast from Trek Geeks!
Apr 15, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 256
He's supposed to be the role model from which all other Captains gain inspiration, but is he? This week, Bill is joined by Discovering Trek's Kasey Shafsky (sitting in for Dan) to discuss this prototype captain and the qualities that make him who he is, and why he was perfect for the job he had.
Apr 15, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 256
This past week, Star Trek fans celebrated First Contact Day and Star Trek did not disappoint. We were treated to great panels, surprise teaser trailers, and a big announcement and, this week, we'll talk about it all! Joining us to break down all the day's events is TrekNews.net contributor, Kyle Hadyniak. How did we feel about the new Discovery teaser, Hologram Janeway, and Chicago? Find out this week! FIVE YEAR MISSION The music of Trek Geeks comes from none other than Five Year Mission and Epi...
Apr 08, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 255
IT'S TIME FOR THE NEWS FROM TREKNEWS.NET! This week, Bill and Dan discuss a memorial for Leonard Nimoy in his hometown, First Contact Day events, new Star Trek merch, and The Biggest Thing of the Week: the Voyager Documentary finishes its crowdfunding! tact Day events, new Star Trek merch, and The Biggest Thing of the Week: the Voyager Documentary finishes its crowdfunding!
Apr 01, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 254
After five years, we bring you the landmark 200th episode of Lido Deck: A Love Boat Podcast! Kicking off Season 6: Gopher is kidnapped by a lookalike, a young woman resists an arranged marriage, and divorce looms on a couple's 50th anniversary. Join us in Italy for Lido Deck: Episode 200! Special thanks to the Rumpus Room Podcast Network , the home of Lido Deck and other great classic television podcasts!...
Apr 01, 2021
As we continue our celebration of #Enterprise20, we return after our impromptu week off with an episode that Dan selected... ...so blame him . No, really. Season 1's "Acquisition" is an episode that divides fandom: It's either great fan service or it's terrible fan service. This week, you'll get to decide! We'll tackle this MEHpisode and look at the things that worked, as well as a lot of things that didn't.
Mar 31, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 254
IT'S TIME FOR THE NEWS FROM TREKNEWS.NET! This week, Bill & Dan discuss a milestone birthday for The Captain, an award for Hanelle Culpepper, a special day for Leonard Nimoy in The Hub of the Universe, and an update on the Voyager Documentary--including a new name!
Mar 26, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 253
IT'S TIME FOR THE NEWS FROM TREKNEWS.NET! This week: new cast members for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, a new writer for yet another attempt at a Trek film, new heights for the Voyager Documentary crowdfunding, and a new deal for the Hageman brothers!
Mar 18, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 253
In the last year, many of us have watched a lot of Star Trek, so this week, we're going to mix it up for you a little--and we do mean that literally! We'll be joined by our friend and PoliTreks co-host Barry DeFord to discuss the themes for our episode marathons and which installments we've selected to watch! FIVE YEAR MISSION The music of Trek Geeks comes from none other than Five Year Mission and Episode 32 of Five Year Mission: The Podcast is available now on the Trek Geeks Podcast Network! T...
Mar 17, 2021•1 hr 42 min•Season 1Ep. 253
This week, Bill & Dan reconvene to discuss the state of the Star Trek franchise, Trek conventions, and Trek's very fandom itself! What do they think is going right--and what, in particular, do they think is not going well at all? Find out in this week's episode of The Flagship. FIVE YEAR MISSION The music of Trek Geeks comes from none other than Five Year Mission and Episode 32 of Five Year Mission: The Podcast is available now on the Trek Geeks Podcast Network! This time, the guys have anot...
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 252
IT'S TIME FOR THE NEWS FROM TREKNEWS.NET! This week, a big opening day for the Voyager Documentary on Indiegogo, a first look at Star Trek: Prodigy characters, more tiny starships, and we have a winner of the FanSets Pinmoji characters!
Mar 04, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 251
