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Trekcast 433: Star Trek AITA, (Am I The A-Hole?) Jun 22, 2025

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This Sunday on Trekcast: Star Trek — Am I The A-Hole?
We’re beaming into the chaos of Reddit drama—with a Star Trek twist! From Federation faux pas to full-blown Romulan behavior, we’re boldly deciding who’s right, who’s wrong, and who’s just plain illogical. Engage your opinions. Fire your hot takes. It's judgment day in the final frontier.
Plus:
First reviews for Strange New Worlds season 3 are in—find out what critics are saying.
Ethan Peck opens up about playing Spock and how he stacks up against Nimoy.
Captain Kirk is back from the dead—sort of—and he's headed for Discovery.
All that and more on Trekcast—where the final frontier meets hot debate.
News:
Our first review of Strange New Worlds season three
https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/star-trek-strange-new-worlds-third-season-falls-short-of-its-second-020030139.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAN4nyUonXcUNKVSW1yKJv2gciZBfTlDtCKa10ndB7fszQlQhD6DIwnDtNCfHJDK-PZjpEz8FinUCeKh_741Cr6DjN6RqKm8j9oXZB2RgkG5dSy0DQZjqBXqFnsJvTL_dcGaPraonvAKY8h8_w3_nt3YA2ca2duDd69h9mujUMMy5
Ethan Peck compares his Spock to Leonard Nimoy
https://www.slashfilm.com/1890583/star-trek-ethan-peck-spock-leonard-nimoy-differences/
Captain Kirk is back from the dead and going to Discovery?
https://bleedingcool.com/comics/captain-kirk-is-back-from-the-dead-in-new-star-trek-for-september-2025/
Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast!Welcome to Trekcast, the galaxy’s most unpredictable Star Trek podcast! We’re a fan-made show that dives into everything Star Trek, plus all things sci-fi, nerdy, and geeky—covering Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Stargate, and more.But Trekcast isn’t just about warp drives and superheroes. If you love dad jokes, rescuing dogs, and even saving bears, you’ll fit right in! Expect fun, laughs, and passionate discussions as we explore the ever-expanding universe of fandom.Join us for a wild ride through the stars—subscribe to Trekcast today!
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Trekcast 432: Star Trek Dad Rankings Jun 15, 2025

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Happy Father's Day from Trekcast! We're celebrating by ranking the best (and worst) dads in Star Trek history—did your favorite make the cut?
Plus:
Strange New Worlds drops some big updates
Simon Pegg shares his vision for Star Trek 4
Captain Kirk and Neil deGrasse Tyson are beaming into Seattle. All that and more on this
week's episode of Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Star Trek Podcast.
News:
Strange New Worlds renewed for 5th and final season
https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/star-trek-strange-new-worlds-renewed-final-season-5-1236429020/
Simon Pegg talks Star Trek 4
https://trekmovie.com/2025/06/14/simon-pegg-wants-star-trek-4-to-get-back-to-the-spirit-of-the-original-series/
Neil DeGrasse Tyson and William Shatner one night show
https://www.space.com/entertainment/star-trek-actor-william-shatner-and-astrophysicist-neil-degrasse-team-up-in-new-space-bromance-show-the-universe-is-absurd
Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast!Welcome to Trekcast, the galaxy’s most unpredictable Star Trek podcast! We’re a fan-made show that dives into everything Star Trek, plus all things sci-fi, nerdy, and geeky—covering Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Stargate, and more. But Trekcast isn’t just about warp drives and superheroes. If you love dad jokes, rescuing dogs, and even saving bears, you’ll fit right in! Expect fun, laughs, and passionate discussions as we explore the ever-expanding universe of fandom. Join us for a wild ride through the stars—subscribe to Trekcast today!
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Trekcast 431: Let's build a Star Trek amusement park Jun 08, 2025

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We're back—and this week, we're boldly going where no theme park has gone before! Join us on Trekcast as we imagine the ultimate Star Trek amusement park, complete with rides, attractions, and a little Starfleet flair. What would you include?Plus, we dive into the newly revealed Strange New Worlds Season 3 episode titles, and explore the buzz around a potential Mass Effect TV series with serious Star Trek connections.And what is the “Great Star Trek Reset”? We break down the latest rumors that could reshape the future of the franchise.All that and more on Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast.
News:
Strange New Worlds Episode Titles
https://www.startrek.com/news/strange-new-worlds-season-3-episode-list
Mass Effect TV show has some Star Trek roots
https://reactormag.com/mass-effect-tv-series-snags-star-trek-beyond-writer-as-showrunner/
The great Star Trek reset?
https://cosmicbook.news/skydance-ending-star-trek-kurtzman-deal-rumor
Star Trek Roller Coaster:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eSMstOIb-U&ab_channel=AmusementInsider
Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast!Welcome to Trekcast, the galaxy’s most unpredictable Star Trek podcast! We’re a fan-made show that dives into everything Star Trek, plus all things sci-fi, nerdy, and geeky—covering Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Stargate, and more.But Trekcast isn’t just about warp drives and superheroes. If you love dad jokes, rescuing dogs, and even saving bears, you’ll fit right in! Expect fun, laughs, and passionate discussions as we explore the ever-expanding universe of fandom.Join us for a wild ride through the stars—subscribe to Trekcast today!
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Trekcast 430: Guess Who's Coming to Dinner May 18, 2025

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Set phasers to fun—Trekcast is back! This week, we're boldly going into Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country. The Klingons want peace, but Captain Kirk isn’t buying it—and we've got thoughts. We’ll decloak to give you our full review. Plus:
A brand-new Star Trek series may be on the horizon
Strange New Worlds Season 3 finally gets a release date
And why Star Trek: Prodigy just can’t seem to catch a break All that and more in this week’s episode of Trekcast—the galaxy’s most unpredictable Star Trek podcast!
News:
A New Star Trek Series in the Works
https://trekcentral.net/exclusive-new-star-trek-series-in-development/
Strange New Worlds Season 3 Gets a Release Date
https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/star-trek-strange-new-worlds-season-3-release-date-1236399106/
Prodigy Needs a New Home, Maybe
https://gizmodo.com/star-trek-prodigy-netflix-licensing-renewal-season-3-2000602463
Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country is a 1991 American science fiction film directed by Nicholas Meyer. It is the sixth feature film based on the 1966–1969 Star Trek television series. Taking place after the events of Star Trek V: The Final Frontier, it is the final film featuring the entire main cast of the original television series. The destruction of the Klingon moon Praxis leads the Klingon Empire to pursue peace with their longtime adversary, the Federation; the crew of the Federation starship USS Enterprise must race against unseen conspirators with a militaristic agenda.
Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast!Welcome to Trekcast, the galaxy’s most unpredictable Star Trek podcast! We’re a fan-made show that dives into everything Star Trek, plus all things sci-fi, nerdy, and geeky—covering Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Stargate, and more.But Trekcast isn’t just about warp drives and superheroes. If you love dad jokes, rescuing dogs, and even saving bears, you’ll fit right in! Expect fun, laughs, and passionate discussions as we explore the ever-expanding universe of fandom.Join us for a wild ride through the stars—subscribe to Trekcast today!
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Trekcast 429: Share Your Pain May 11, 2025

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Join us on Trekcast as we boldly go into Star Trek V: The Final Frontier! We're diving into the infamous entry that gave us Spock’s long-lost brother and a face-to-face with "God"—so grab your marshmallows and gather ‘round the campfire. Plus, exciting updates from the Star Trek universe:

Jeri Ryan (Seven of Nine) teases hope for Star Trek: Legacy
Tawny Newsome dishes on the evolution of her upcoming Star Trek comedy series
Sonequa Martin-Green (Captain Burnham) is staying with CBS—find out what that could mean for the future of Discovery

All that and more in this episode of Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Star Trekkiest Podcast.
News:
Jeri Ryan Gives Legacy Update
https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/star-trek-picard-jeri-ryan-legacy-update/
Tawny Newsome Talks About her Star Trek Comedy Show
https://trekmovie.com/2025/05/08/interview-tawny-newsome-on-finding-the-sweet-spot-for-her-star-trek-workplace-comedy/
Sonequa Martin Green Sticks with CBS
https://parade.com/tv/blue-bloods-boston-blue-sonequa-martin-green-cast
Star Trek V: The Final Frontier is a 1989 American science fiction film directed by William Shatner and based on the television series Star Trek created by Gene Roddenberry. It is the fifth installment in the Star Trek film series, and takes place shortly after the events of Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986). Its plot follows the crew of the USS Enterprise-A as they confront renegade Vulcan Sybok, who is searching for God at the center of the galaxy.
Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast!Welcome to Trekcast, the galaxy’s most unpredictable Star Trek podcast! We’re a fan-made show that dives into everything Star Trek, plus all things sci-fi, nerdy, and geeky—covering Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Stargate, and more. But Trekcast isn’t just about warp drives and superheroes. If you love dad jokes, rescuing dogs, and even saving bears, you’ll fit right in! Expect fun, laughs, and passionate discussions as we explore the ever-expanding universe of fandom. Join us for a wild ride through the stars—subscribe to Trekcast today!
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Trekcast 428: The One With The Whales May 04, 2025

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Brace for impact—because we’re going whale watching in space!
In this episode of Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast, we’re diving deep into Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home—yes, the one with the whales. We also review the Star Trek displays at Universal Fan Fest, discuss the latest blow to Star Trek: Discovery, and ask the big question: What’s going on with The Orville? Don’t miss this jam-packed episode full of sci-fi surprises, behind-the-scenes buzz, and classic Trek chaos.
News:
Universal Fan Fest Review
https://www.slashfilm.com/1848196/universal-fan-fest-nights-review-star-trek-back-to-the-future-mixed-results/
Star Trek: Discovery Denied
https://trekmovie.com/2025/04/20/star-trek-discovery-was-denied-2-hour-finale-movie-says-sonequa-martin-green/
What's up with The Orville?
https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/after-the-orville-adrianne-palicki-shares-more-comments-season-4-seriously-questioning-whats-going-on
Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home is a 1986 American science fiction film, the fourth installment in the Star Trek film franchise based on the television series Star Trek. The second film directed by Leonard Nimoy, it completes the story arc begun in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982), and continued in Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (1984). Intent on returning home to Earth to face consequences for their actions in the previous film, the crew of the USS Enterprise finds the planet in grave danger from an alien probe attempting to contact now-extinct humpback whales. The crew travel to Earth's past to find whales who can answer the probe's call.
Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast!Welcome to Trekcast, the galaxy’s most unpredictable Star Trek podcast! We’re a fan-made show that dives into everything Star Trek, plus all things sci-fi, nerdy, and geeky—covering Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Stargate, and more.But Trekcast isn’t just about warp drives and superheroes. If you love dad jokes, rescuing dogs, and even saving bears, you’ll fit right in! Expect fun, laughs, and passionate discussions as we explore the ever-expanding universe of fandom.Join us for a wild ride through the stars—subscribe to Trekcast today!
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Trekcast 427: The Search for Spock Apr 27, 2025

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He’s Back from the Dead—Spock Returns!
After The Wrath of Khan, Spock rises again thanks to the power of the Genesis device. This week on Trekcast, we’re diving into Star Trek III: The Search for Spock—a pivotal chapter in the original film saga. Plus, we’ve got big news: Paramount+ has finally announced the U.S. premiere date for Strange New Worlds Season 3. Also in this episode:

Quark himself, Armin Shimerman, shares who he thinks was the best actor on Deep Space Nine
Rumors are swirling about major changes to The Doctor in the upcoming Starfleet Academy series
And much more Star Trek news, analysis, and fun!

Don’t miss this jam-packed episode of Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast.
Premiere date for Strange New Worlds Season 3
https://trekmovie.com/2025/04/17/star-trek-strange-new-worlds-season-3-to-premiere-at-tribeca-festival-in-june/
Quark says who's his favorite actor
https://screenrant.com/star-trek-armin-shimerman-best-ds9-actor-cirroc-lofton-op-ed/
Major changes for the Doctor in Starfleet Academy
https://www.newsweek.com/entertainment/tv/robert-picardo-teases-major-change-character-star-trek-starfleet-academy-2059942
Univeral Fan Fest Night Merch
https://wdwnt.com/2025/04/full-list-with-prices-star-trek-merchandise-items-from-universal-fan-fest-nights-at-universal-studios-hollywood/
Star Trek III: The Search for Spock is a 1984 American science fiction film, written and produced by Harve Bennett, directed by Leonard Nimoy, and based on the television series Star Trek. It is the third film in the Star Trek franchise and is the second part of a three-film story arc that begins with Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982) and concludes with Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986). After the death of Spock (Nimoy), the crew of the USS Enterprise return to Earth. When James T. Kirk (William Shatner) learns that Spock's spirit, or katra, is held in the mind of Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy (DeForest Kelley), Kirk and company steal the decommissioned USS Enterprise to return Spock's body to his homeworld. The crew must also contend with hostile Klingons, led by Kruge (Christopher Lloyd), who are bent on stealing the secrets of the powerful terraforming device, Genesis.
Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast!Welcome to Trekcast, the galaxy’s most unpredictable Star Trek podcast! We’re a fan-made show that dives into everything Star Trek, plus all things sci-fi, nerdy, and geeky—covering Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Stargate, and more.But Trekcast isn’t just about warp drives and superheroes. If you love dad jokes, rescuing dogs, and even saving bears, you’ll fit right in! Expect fun, laughs, and passionate discussions as we explore the ever-expanding universe of fandom.Join us for a wild ride through the stars—subscribe to Trekcast today!
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426: Mr. Khan Visits Apr 13, 2025

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Khan Returns! We're Breaking Down Star Trek II: The Wrath of KhanThis week on Trekcast, we're diving into one of the most iconic Star Trek films of all time: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. Captain Kirk's old "friend" Khan Noonien Singh is back—but let’s just say their relationship status is... complicated. We’re reviewing the 1982 sci-fi classic and sharing our favorite moments, biggest surprises, and why this film still hits hard decades later.Also on deck:

Is Strange New Worlds teasing a major character death?
Wil Wheaton is rallying fans to support Star Trek: Prodigy
Lower Decks is getting some serious award buzz

All that and more on Trekcast—the Star Trek podcast where no discussion goes as expected.
News:
Strange New Character Death?
https://screenrant.com/star-trek-strange-new-worlds-season-3-batel-missing-dies-op-ed/
Wil Wheaton is trying to flip the script on Prodigy
https://gamerant.com/wil-wheaton-change-perception-animated-spinoff-star-trek-prodigy/
And Lower Decks is up for some major awards
https://www.cbr.com/paramounts-star-trek-lower-decks-nominated-for-2-hugo-awards/
Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan is a 1982 American science fiction film directed by Nicholas Meyer and based on the television series Star Trek. It is the second film in the Star Trek film series following Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979), and is a sequel to the television episode "Space Seed" (1967). The plot features Admiral James T. Kirk (William Shatner) and the crew of the starship USS Enterprise facing off against the genetically engineered tyrant Khan Noonien Singh (Ricardo Montalbán). When Khan escapes from a 15-year exile to exact revenge on Kirk, the crew of the Enterprise must stop him from acquiring a powerful terraforming device named Genesis. The film is the beginning of a three-film story arc that continues with the film Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (1984) and concludes with the film Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986).
Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast!Welcome to Trekcast, the galaxy’s most unpredictable Star Trek podcast! We’re a fan-made show that dives into everything Star Trek, plus all things sci-fi, nerdy, and geeky—covering Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Stargate, and more.But Trekcast isn’t just about warp drives and superheroes. If you love dad jokes, rescuing dogs, and even saving bears, you’ll fit right in! Expect fun, laughs, and passionate discussions as we explore the ever-expanding universe of fandom.Join us for a wild ride through the stars—subscribe to Trekcast today!
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425: Enterprise vs Space Cloud Apr 06, 2025

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Buckle up for warp speed! This week on Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast, we're diving into the film that launched the franchise onto the big screen—Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979). We’re breaking down this iconic classic and spilling some of the behind-the-scenes drama that shaped it.In movie news, Paramount just revealed its upcoming film slate at CinemaCon—we’ll tell you what’s on the horizon and what curiously didn’t make the list.Plus, we’ve got a fresh new preview for Season 3 of Strange New Worlds, and for all you collectors out there—new Star Trek toys are boldly coming your way.All that and more, right here on Trekcast—where no Star Trek discussion goes as expected.
News:
Paramount at CinemaCon
https://discussingfilm.net/2025/04/03/cinemacon-2025-paramount-updates/
Strange New Worlds returns this summer
https://www.theverge.com/star-trek/642545/star-trek-strange-new-worlds-season-3-trailer
More Star Trek toys from Nacelle
https://gizmodo.com/more-of-nacelles-excellent-star-trek-toys-are-coming-and-we-need-them-all-2000578751
Star Trek: The Motion Picture is a 1979 American science fiction film directed by Robert Wise. The Motion Picture is based on and stars the cast of the 1966–1969 television series Star Trek created by Gene Roddenberry, who serves as producer. In the film, set in the 2270s, a mysterious and powerful alien cloud known as V'Ger approaches Earth, destroying everything in its path. Admiral James T. Kirk (William Shatner) assumes command of the recently refitted Starship Enterprise to lead it on a mission to determine V'Ger's origins and save the planet.
Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast!Welcome to Trekcast, the galaxy’s most unpredictable Star Trek podcast! We’re a fan-made show that dives into everything Star Trek, plus all things sci-fi, nerdy, and geeky—covering Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Stargate, and more.But Trekcast isn’t just about warp drives and superheroes. If you love dad jokes, rescuing dogs, and even saving bears, you’ll fit right in! Expect fun, laughs, and passionate discussions as we explore the ever-expanding universe of fandom.Join us for a wild ride through the stars—subscribe to Trekcast today!
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Trekcast 424: No Sleep Till Federation Space Mar 30, 2025

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Rev up for warp speed and rock out to the Beastie Boys—it's time for Star Trek Beyond! We’re closing out our journey through the Kelvin timeline with a deep dive into the 2016 film. Does it deserve a sequel? Let’s discuss!
Meanwhile, Marvel just dropped a huge Avengers announcement, and guess what? Some of Starfleet’s finest are joining the fray! Paul Giamatti teases his villainous turn in Star Trek, and the upcoming Starfleet Academy series gets an unexpected comparison. All this and more on Trekcast—your ultimate Star Trek podcast!
News:
It's Doomsday for some Star Trek actors
https://trekmovie.com/2025/03/26/star-treks-patrick-stewart-and-rebecca-romijn-to-appear-in-avengers-doomsday/
The Best Rhino is ready to be a Villain
https://collider.com/star-trek-starfleet-academy-paul-giamatti-character-villain-details/
Starfleet Academy is like Buffy?
https://www.newsweek.com/entertainment/tv/star-trek-starfleet-academy-compared-buffy-vampire-slayer-2050088
Star Trek Beyond is a 2016 American science fiction action film directed by Justin Lin, written by Simon Pegg and Doug Jung. It is the 13th film in the Star Trek franchise and the third installment in the reboot series, following Star Trek (2009) and Star Trek Into Darkness (2013). Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto reprise their respective roles as Captain James T. Kirk and Commander Spock, with Pegg, Karl Urban, Zoe Saldaña, John Cho, and Anton Yelchin reprising their roles from the previous films. Idris Elba, Sofia Boutella, Joe Taslim, and Lydia Wilson also appear.Principal photography began in Vancouver on June 25, 2015. Two weeks after its Sydney premiere, it was released in the United States on July 22, 2016, by Paramount Pictures.[3] The film is dedicated to the memory of Anton Yelchin, as well as to actor Leonard Nimoy, who died during pre-production.
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