Audio from Thursday Night Geeks We're charting a course straight into the explosive Season 2 finale of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds — "Hegemony." With tensions high and the Gorn deadlier than ever, the crew of the Enterprise faces a nightmare scenario that pushes Starfleet ideals to the breaking point. We'll examine how the series handles high-stakes conflict, moral dilemmas, and the weight of command in this harrowing final chapter of the season. We'll dive deep into Captain Pike's impossible ...
Jul 11, 2025•1 hr 4 min
“Nothing Hectic” This week, the Sistas are thrilled to bring you a special treat: the audio from our press junket with the cast of AppleTV+’s sci-fi epic Foundation! After two long years, we finally had the opportunity to meet and speak with this incredible ensemble, and we couldn’t be more excited to share it with you—just in time for the Season 3 premiere on July 11th. ✨ NO SPOILERS – Just good vibes and great convos. 👥 Interview Lineup (in order of appearance): Cassian Bilton (Brother Dawn) ...
Jul 11, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Episodes 7-12 Join the Rebellion as Adeena, Cris, and Steve discuss episodes 7-12 of the epic and climactic season 2 of Andor from Disney+! They dive into the characters, the plot, the action, and more! Let truth arise as this week's episode launches into the podcast universe! This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love to hear your feedback, suggestions, and ideas. Take a momen...
Jul 11, 2025•50 min
Audio from Thursday Night Geeks We're thrilled to welcome actor, artist, and all-around creative force Bruce Horak to the livestream! Best known to Star Trek: Strange New Worlds fans as Hemmer, the gruff but endearing Aenar engineer of the U.S.S. Enterprise, Bruce brings a unique perspective as the first legally blind actor to play a recurring character in the *Star Trek* franchise. Join us as we talk about his time on the show, his experience stepping into the Trek universe, and how he helped r...
Jul 04, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Legendary Prop Maker Russell Bobbitt has been involved in prop making with some of the biggest franchises in film including Marvel and Star Trek! We had the chance to sit down with Russell recently to discuss his creative process, what makes him so passionate about creating things, and we learned a lot about behind the scenes of some of our favorite movies. You'll feel like a major insider as you listen to our conversation this week! Follow Russel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marvelpr...
Jul 04, 2025•1 hr 14 min
Episodes 1-6 The team discusses the epic and dramatic first half of season 2 of the Disney+ series, Andor. This show continues to grow in intensity and intrigue as Andor and the leaders of the Rebellion move more and more towards an organized and official movement against the Empire. Our crew excitedly talks about what we love and what we don't love about the first half of the season, but don't worry, part two is coming soon! This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and wor...
Jun 27, 2025•1 hr 8 min
“Know Thyself…Love Thyself” This week, the SyFy Sistas beam up a true legend of the Star Trek universe: actress and lifelong Trekker Ursaline Bryant, best known to fans as the trailblazing Captain Tryla Scott from Star Trek: The Next Generation. Ms. Bryant doesn’t just join the conversation—she commands it. With the poise and power of a true Starfleet captain, she shares her journey through Hollywood, the importance of true representation, and what it meant to portray one of the youngest captain...
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 16 min
A Review The team discusses this groundbreaking sci-fi film from 2004! An all-star cast and stunning special effects fills the screen as this film went where no films had gone before into the world of green screens. It wasn't a box office hit at the time, but it enjoys a cult following now as new fans continue to discover it. See what our crew thinks about this unique stand-alone sci-fi film. This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content...
Jun 20, 2025•49 min
After a FOUR YEAR absence, a legendary fan-favorite RETURNS to The Flagship! It's time for another thrilling edition of See It or Skip It, and this time, we're heading back to the golden age of Star Trek with Season 2 of The Original Series! Join Bill and Dan as they revisit the highs and lows of this legendary season, from iconic episodes like Amok Time and The Trouble with Tribbles to some… less memorable outings. Every episode gets a verdict: should it be essential viewing for fans, or is it ...
Jun 19, 2025•2 hr 4 min
Author of The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko Warning: This episode could make you fall in love with Star Trek: Deep Space Nine! It may also cause you to go immediately to your local bookstore or jump onto Amazon to purchase The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko! Either way, this interview with Derek Tyler Attico will inspire you to be a better human and read more! We had a blast talking with Derek about his own story, the story of Captain Benjamin Sisko, and more! The energy and excitement in thi...
Jun 13, 2025•55 min
The 2025 Sci-Fi Film In this episode, we're reviewing The Electric State, the latest sci-fi film to hit Netflix, with a star-studded cast and a futuristic storyline that mixes robots, mind uploads, and dystopian drama. Join us as we discuss the highs and lows of this visually stunning, yet divisive film. From the 1990s-inspired aesthetic to the relationship between humans and machines, we dive deep into the film's themes, performances, and everything in between. Did it live up to the hype, or di...
Jun 06, 2025•52 min
From Star Trek to Shakespeare and Afrofuturism This week, the SyFy Sistas sit down with the incomparable Conrad Coates—the actor behind Admiral Terral on Star Trek: Discovery, and a true force in the worlds of theatre, teaching, and Afrofuturistic storytelling. In this wide-ranging conversation, we explore: His experience portraying Admiral Terral, and what it means to lead in the Star Trek universe His extensive work with Shakespeare, including performances at the Stratford Festival of Canada, ...
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Remembering the Ground Breaking Series The BIG Sci-Fi crew jumps ship for a moment to talk about the other space station! The name of the place is Babylon 5! We watched the pilot movie and episode 1 to see what we think about this now iconic sci-fi series. This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love to hear your feedback, suggestions, and ideas. Take a moment to send us an email...
May 30, 2025•49 min
And I Quote Host Friend of the podcast, YouTuber, and podcast host, Ryan Permison joins us for a fun conversation about his fandom, his history in podcasting, and more! Ryan has had Adeena and Brian on his show "And I Quote" several times and so we wanted to return the favor. We are sure glad we did because is hilarious and his knowledge of fandom is unmatched! Sit back, relax, and get ready to laugh for this week's episode of The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast. Watch and listen to Ryan do his thing: https:...
May 23, 2025•43 min
Soap Operas, Starships, and the Paris/Locarno Thing The Sistas got to sit down with the one and only Robert Duncan McNeill. Before he was flying through the Delta Quadrant as Lieutenant Tom Paris, Robbie was stirring up drama on the classic soap All My Children. We talk about his early days on daytime TV, how he found his true calling behind the camera, and his journey from actor to one of the most respected directors in the biz. And yes, we had to ask about Tom Paris vs. Nick Locarno—and his an...
May 23, 2025•1 hr 19 min
2005 Animated Film The classic story of Chicken Little gets a new sci-fi spin in this 2005 Disney film. Steve is a big fan and he leads our discussion this trip around the podcast block! This film has a lot of heart and charm, as well as something for everyone in the family to enjoy, especially if you love a bit of surprising sci-fi thrown into the mix. Step up to the plate and take a swing as this week's fun episode goes where we rarely go, into the animated universe! This podcast is a proud pa...
May 16, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Actor, Ballet Dancer, Writer, and More! Former Ballet dancer, actor Alex Diehl, joins us in this week's fascinating episode! He appeared in Star Trek: Picard as several synth characters in the first and second season. He loves to write and is working on his own projects, too! We loved our time with Alex and you will love hearing about his life and work, as well as his home in Spain. Support Alex's film: https://igg.me/at/graxa-film/x/8444865#/ Check out his Yoga app: https://apps.apple.com/app/i...
May 09, 2025•56 min
🚨SPOILERS🚨 We are ALL Sinners The SyFy Sistas are joined by the full crew from our SyFy Sistas Inc. YouTube channel, with special guests Tanya Scott-Thomas (Two Moons and a Microphone) and Derek Tyler Attico (Soul of the Story), for a celebration and deep-dive into Sinners, the genre-bending horror film from Ryan Coogler. Set against the backdrop of Jim Crow Mississippi (1932), Sinners doesn’t just scare—it sings, it haunts, and it heals. Through blues, blood, and Black spirituality, this film...
May 09, 2025•1 hr 43 min
Film and Television Composer We were thrilled to have Strange New Worlds and Prodigy composer, Nami Melumad, join us for a fascinating and fun discussion about her work on Trek and other films, as well as her love for Star Trek and music. We truly go where we haven't gone before on The BIG Sci-Fi by having Nami, our first composer, on the show! We had fun and we know you will too as she shares about what it's like to score music for films and television. Learn more about Nami and her work: https...
May 02, 2025•51 min
We can’t believe it either. This week, The SyFy Sistas are celebrating their 100th episode — and yes, we’re feeling all the feels. Some of our longtime friends (from before there was even a podcast!) join us for a joyful and sassy stroll down memory lane. Our amazing Associate Producers — Karyn Dramera, Sailor Marj, and Dr. Stephanie Baker — pull up to the party too, as we turn our usual Tuesday night Live Show into something extra special. 💫 Expect laughs, reflections, and a few surprises spri...
Apr 25, 2025•1 hr 23 min
Movie Review The highly anticipated and first streaming Trek film burst onto the scene with a bang! But did it capture the hearts and imaginations of Trek fans? Did it attract new fans to the universe? Our crew discusses what we love and what we don't love about this action-packed film. This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love to hear your feedback, suggestions, and ideas. Ta...
Apr 25, 2025•59 min
Trek Against Pancreatic Cancer In this very special episode of Trek Geeks, we're proud to present the audio from a powerful livestream event originally aired on Thursday Night Geeks . Featuring an incredible lineup of guests: Jonathan Frakes , John Billingsley , Kitty Swink , Armin Shimerman , and Juan Carlos Coto --this heartfelt conversation centers around their support for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) and the upcoming PurpleStride event on April 26, 2025. You'll hear deeply p...
Apr 23, 2025•1 hr
Two films with the same concept. Two eras of science fiction with different approaches. Four co-hosts who watched both films and decided to talk about the differences in these two iconic sci-fi films. What happens in this episode will shock you to the core. It will rattle your senses and cause you to lose sleep for days. Not really, but these two films have been known to scare a few people! We hope you enjoy our lively discussion in this week's jam-packed episode! This podcast is a proud part of...
Apr 18, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Season Premiere Legendary writer and producer Ronald D. Moore joins us for a fascinating conversation about his incredible career shaping some of the most beloved science fiction of our time. From his early days writing for Star Trek: The Next Generation and Deep Space Nine, to redefining television with Battlestar Galactica, and now exploring alternate timelines in For All Mankind, Ron brings deep insight, humility, and a great sense of humor to our chat. This episode is a true treat for any fa...
Apr 11, 2025•58 min
Emotional This week, Fran, Tamia, and Yvette are celebrating First Contact Day by finally letting Subrina unload on those F* Vulcans. And, oh boy, does she have A LOT to say. Buckle up for a wild ride of intergalactic sass. This episode? Definitely not for the kiddos. The explicit video version drops for Spotlight Patrons on April 9th — get ready to beam up! Associate Producers: Sailor Marj, Karen Dramera and Stephanie Baker Thank you Dena Massenburg for our dope logo: @blackbeanz70 Music: “Popp...
Mar 21, 2025•1 hr 19 min
This week on Trek Geeks , we’re bringing you a special episode featuring the audio from Thursday Night Geeks , presented by FanSets! Hosts Bill and Dan sit down with the incredible Nana Visitor—best known as Major Kira Nerys on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine —for an insightful conversation about her new book, Open a Channel: A Woman’s Trek . In this engaging discussion, Nana shares the inspiration behind her book, which highlights the stories of women who have shaped Star Trek , both on-screen and b...
Mar 17, 2025•1 hr 37 min
Special Bonus Episode! Our own, Adeena Mignogna, just got back from The Cruise and is spilling the beans on all of her fun adventures! We get an inside look at what it was like to cruise with some of Trek's biggest stars and celebrate the 30th anniversary of Voyager. One day, all of us will be on this cruise together! Until then, we live happily through the stories of our intrepid and lucky co-host, Adeena! This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring yo...
Mar 11, 2025•38 min
"Let’s Talk Mess" This week, Subrina, Tamia, and Yvette welcome the talented M'Shai S. Dash, an award-winning Muslim author, writer, and speaker from Washington, D.C. Known for her work on transforming adversity into purpose, Afrofuturism, and the power of storytelling, M'Shai joined us to promote her new book. But it quickly turned into a joyful session of “talking mess,” filled with witty banter and serious insights. Tune in for a fun, yet thoughtful conversation on art, activism, and social j...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 29 min
The One and Only Tracee Cocco (Actress | Stunt Woman | Model | Lt. Jae on Star Trek TNG & Movies | DS9, Voyager, Baywatch, Demolition Man, Night Mistress, Assassins Apprentice 2 and many more) joins us for a fun and energetic conversation about her time in Trek and other things she has been involved with throughout her career. We had an absolute blast getting to know Tracee and hearing her stories! You might just fall in love with her like we did on this episode of The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast! Le...
Mar 03, 2025•58 min
The 2011 Sci-Fi/Western Film Saddle up your horses as we take you on an adventure unlike any other! Remember that time when cowboys had to fight off...aliens? That's right! Cowboys & Aliens has a stellar cast, but does it have a stellar plotline? Find out what our cowboys and cowgirl think about this unique science fiction movie! This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love t...
Feb 21, 2025•50 min
