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Trek Geeks: A Star Trek Podcast

OUR 11TH YEAR!

Trek Geeks: A Star Trek Podcast is a place to celebrate Star Trek in all its eras, driven by a deep passion for the franchise and what it represents. Hosted by lifelong fans Bill Smith and Dan Davidson, the show takes a weekly dive into the stories, characters, and ideas that have shaped Star Trek for nearly six decades. From the groundbreaking days of The Original Series to the latest episodes of Strange New Worlds and Starfleet Academy, Trek Geeks explores why Star Trek continues to resonate, blending thoughtful conversation with humor and heart.

At its core, Trek Geeks is about passion, community, and a shared love of sci-fi storytelling. The podcast welcomes longtime Trekkies and newcomers alike, offering meaningful discussion without ever losing sight of the fun. Over the years, the show has featured conversations with Star Trek favorites like Jonathan Frakes, Nana Visitor, Scott Bakula, John Billingsley, and Michelle Hurd, along with writers, creators, and experts from across the Trek universe. Whether you’re here for the action, the ideas, or the friendships forged among the stars, Trek Geeks is where Star Trek fans come together. Engage!

Copyright: © 2020 Coconut MediaWorx LLC. Trek Geeks and the Trek Geeks Podcast are not endorsed, sponsored or affiliated with CBS Studios Inc. or the Star Trek franchise. All STAR TREK trademarks and logos are owned by CBS Studios Inc.

Latest Episodes:

Star Trek - Horizon Mar 01, 2016

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SPOILER ALERT!

The wait is finally over--the long-awaited fan film, Star Trek - Horizon, has been released to the Internet a full two days earlier than announced!

Created by a single filmmaker as a personal passion project and love letter to Star Trek: Enterprise, Horizon had a budget of only $50,000. Pre-production on the movie began in December of 2012 and this three-year-long odyssey concluded this past week.

It's been a long road, getting from there to here, and the response has been amazing.

Dan and Bill will examine this potentially game-changing fan film and give their review Then, they'll answer the ultimate question: "Is it Star Trek?"

BE WARNED: This episode is filled with spoilers! If you haven't watched Star Trek - Horizon yet, you risk having plot points revealed!

Plus, they'll talk about the Star Trek news of the day, including some casting news for Jonathan Frakes, the new Consulting Producer on the forthcoming Star Trek series for CBS All Access, and they'll observe the first anniversary of the death of Leonard Nimoy-something which still is emotional for a great many of us.

SCHEDULING NOTE: Originally, we were supposed to have Horizon's writer/producer/director, Tommy Kraft, as part of this podcast episode. Unfortunately, he was forced to reschedule due to a last-minute conflict and we definitely look forward to chatting with him soon!

Kipleigh Brown Feb 24, 2016

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It isn't everyday that a guest responds to an invitation to come on our show in Klingon! How could we not be excited?

In this weeks episode of Trek Geeks - A Star Trek Podcast, Dan and Bill welcome the very funny and very talented Kipleigh Brown to the show! As Lt. Barbara Smith, she has helped navigate Kirk and crew to new worlds and new civilizations in several episodes of Star Trek Continues, and we are thrilled to have her discuss her experiences on set!

Additionally we talk about other projects Kipleigh has been seen in, such as "R.U.R.: Genesis" and "Yesterday was a Lie", both directed by our good friend James Kerwin, as well as Season 3's "The Forgotten" on Star Trek: Enterprise. Whether it is stand up comedy, drama, science fiction or sounding like a robot, Kipleigh is always full of energy and ready to share some great stories!

In addition, the guys discuss Bills recent guest appearance on the Tricorder Transmissions Podcast as we finally "cross the podcast streams" with our good friends Jeff and Heather.

Also, Tony Todd in the new Star Trek Series on CBS All Access? Your face in Star Trek: Wrath of Gems? The Trek Geeks Trek50 Project? All this and more on Episode 48 of Trek Geeks!

Away Team Mission: Disruptor Beam Feb 16, 2016

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In this week's episode of Trek Geeks - A Star Trek Podcast, Dan and Bill embark on an Away Team mission to the offices of Disruptor Beam--the game company producing the brand new Star Trek Timelines game!

We sit down with Disruptor Beam CEO Jon Radoff and Marketing Director Elicia Basoli to talk about the reaction to the game's release and the feedback from Star Trek fans. We'll also discuss game play, changes made on the game from beta feedback, and what the future may hold!

Plus, we'll talk a little Star Trek news: The new Star Trek series has a showrunner and the fan film, "Star Trek: Horizon" will leave Spacedock at the end of February! We'll have our reactions to both items.

Dan also found a way to take over the show again, which means that Bill is subjected to yet another round of "Geek the Stump!" That's right, Dan is bringing trivia to the table, and what's left of Bill's honor is on the line. Will he be victorious??

It's all in Episode 47 of Trek Geeks!

ENTER TO WIN A LIMITED EDITION TIMELINES POSTER!

Disruptor Beam has given us two copies of the original limited-edition poster created exclusively for Star Trek Timelines by Cat Staggs, the talented artist who has created memorable covers for Star Trek comics and much more.

Conceived as an homage to legendary illustrator Bob Peak – best known to fans for his work on the first five Star Trek movie posters--this piece brings together five iconic captains and a mysterious space-time anomaly under the all-seeing gaze of Q himself.

This theatrical “one sheet” is 27” wide x 40” tall and it's guaranteed to look amazing on your wall--all you have to do is enter the drawing!

Head over to our Facebook page for more details! http://facebook.com/trekgeeks

The Holiest Thing Feb 09, 2016

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This week, the Trek Geeks sit down to review the new episode from the folks over at Star Trek: New Voyages!

"The Holiest Thing" was originally supposed to be released nearly two years ago, but it was plagued by audio and lighting problems. There was a giant post-production effort to correct many of those issues, and the result has finally been released for Trek fans everywhere to view!

Bill and Dan will recap the episode and give their thoughts on everything from the story, to the visual effects, and what it means in the Star Trek universe overall.

Also in today's episode, we'll chat about a huge announcement regarding products tied to Star Trek's 50th anniversary, a huge update from our good friends at Star Trek Continues regarding the release of their next episode, "Come Not Between the Dragons," and a troublesome revelation from William Shatner as reported by the Washington Post.

Plus--birthday songs! Dan put out the call for birthday songs last week, and we were so lucky to receive two from a couple of our amazing listeners!

So, settle in for this deep dive but, be forewarned: THIS PODCAST EPISODE IS FILLED WITH SPOILERS. If you haven't seen "The Holiest Thing" yet, stop now and watch the video first!

Happy Birthday Trek Geeks! Feb 03, 2016

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After an impromptu week off because of ailing parents, Dan and Bill are back--and it's time to celebrate Trek Geeks' First Birthday!

Last year at this time, we had no idea what to expect and it's been nothing short of amazing. We'll take a look back at the last year and some of our favorite moments, as well as what we've learned in the process of launching this show. In addition, we'll also reveal our favorite episodes of the podcast so far as we look to the future!

Then, it's time for some role playing: imagine you're the only person stationed at an outpost in the furthest reaches of the galaxy. What Star Trek episodes would you select to bring with you to watch until the end of time? Some of the answers may surprise you!

We'll start the show with some current news developments including news about Star Trek Timelines, the latest developments in the lawsuit between CBS/Paramount and Axanar Productions, and an update on tickets for this year's Official Star Trek Convention in Las Vegas!

It's all in Episode 45 and, well, it's our birthday...so check it out!

James Kerwin Jan 19, 2016

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If you're caught up on Star Trek Continues, then you're definitely familiar with the work of this week's guest, director James Kerwin.

In addition to his work writing, directing, and story editing on that series, he's also the writer and director of the amazing sci-fi noir film, "Yesterday Was a Lie," as well as the short film "R.U.R.: Genesis," based on the landmark 1919 science fiction story by Czech playwright, Karel Capek.

James comes by to chat with Dan and Bill about Back to the Future II, his love of Doctor Who, why Bill hates "Yesterday's Enterprise," directing Star Trek Continues...and how he went from being an astrophysics student to making films!

Grab your phaser, your sonic screwdriver, and your hoverboard and enjoy Episode 44 of the Trek Geeks Podcast!

To Axanar and Beyond! Jan 12, 2016

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While we were away on our holiday break, there were a few...uh...developments...in the world of Star Trek, too. The first trailer for Star Trek Beyond was released along with Star Wars: The Force Awakens! We'll break down what we thought of it--AND why we're not freaking out yet. We're also going to take some time to talk about the lawsuit brought against Axanar Productions by CBS and Paramount Pictures for copyright infringement.

In full disclosure, we've both donated to Axanar on two different occasions. We are not attorneys and do not claim to know the intricacies of intellectual property law. There are things we’ve observed and questions/concerns was have AS DONORS that will be the focus of our discussion in today's episode.

Allow us to say up front that we have absolutely no beef or problem with Alec Peters, Rob Burnett, or anyone associated with Axanar. We’ve had Alec on our podcast twice--once at our invite and once at Axanar's request. We've asked our listeners to consider donating to this project in the past, and we feel justified in asking some of these questions in the wake of the lawsuit.

Let us also say that we do NOT believe that anyone associated with Axanar has done anything illegal or malfeasant in any way. That's not what this episode is about.

Most importantly, we want to see the Axanar feature completed. We LOVE the concept. We LOVE the story. Truthfully, that's why we donated our money in the first place. We hope for a resolution in this dispute so the movie can be made and fans around the world can enjoy the movie.

We'll also kick off our Trek50 Project for Star Trek's 50th Anniversary and YOU play a direct part in it! All you have to do is tell us about the very first time you ever watched Star Trek! Find out more in today's episode or on our Trek50 page!

Axanar Reference Links

TrekBBS Post on CBS' "Rules of Engagement" for fan films: http://www.trekbbs.com/threads/cbss-rules-of-engagement-for-star-trek-fan-films.187825/page-2
Official Axanar Podcast, Episode 20: http://www.trek.fm/axp/20
Official Axanar Podcast, Episode 31: http://www.trek.fm/axp/31
Trek Geeks Podcast, Episode 19: http://trekgeeks.com/archives/2462
Trek Geeks Podcast, Episode 23: http://trekgeeks.com/archives/2525
TheWrap article on Axanar/CBS Meeting in August: http://www.thewrap.com/how-1-1-million-star-trek-fan-movie-has-escaped-studio-shutdown-so-far/
Alec Peters' rebuttal to article on TheWrap: http://www.axanarproductions.com/axanar-and-cbs/
Official document of the suit filed against Axanar Productions: https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/2660454-Startreklawsuit.html
Alec Peters' statement on the lawsuit: http://www.axanarproductions.com/cbs-and-axanar/

2015 Outtakes Special Dec 28, 2015

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As 2015 draws to a close, we thought we'd put together some special bonus content before we return with an all-new episode on January 12, 2016!

Many of you know that following the end theme of every podcast episode, there is an outtake--something that we talked about either immediately before or after recording that week's show.

The Match Game theme...Coconut!...Dan's impersonations...Downton Abbey...they all got their start in the outtakes of the Trek Geeks Podcast and have taken on a life of their own. Some of you have heard them, and some of you haven't, so we assembled a collection of all our clips from 2015 in one super-sized, outtakes-only episode!

We have had such a fun and amazing time with every episode and we can't thank all of you enough for being part of our first year! We wish you all the happiest of New Years and an amazing 2016!

The Wreath of Khan, Pt. 2 w/Ken Ray Dec 13, 2015

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After all the fun and frivolity that we had with Larry Nemecek last week, we just HAD to continue our special Wreath of Khan extravaganza, and this week we have upped the stakes!!

Today, we continue our discussion about what may possibly be the best holiday movie ever with the one and only Ken Ray from Mission Log - A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast! Ken has a tradition of watching Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan every Christmas Eve, so it just made sense that we wrap up our 2015 Podcasts talking to the legend himself! Enough of this A Christmas Story 24 hour Marathon on TBS nonsense...it's time for a change to things around and have a full day of KHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAANNNNNNNNNNNNNN!!

Ken will give us some great insight into his thoughts on ST:TWOK as well as why it is his holiday tradition. Additionally, we discuss some other tidbits of information that he has in the brain that he hopes one day is living in a robot body!

Also, we have some special holiday thoughts and wishes for family friends, and you our wonderful listeners!

It's all in Episode 42 of Trek Geeks - A Star Trek Podcast, "The Wreath of Khan - Part 2!"

The Wreath of Khan, Pt. 1 w/Larry Nemecek Dec 06, 2015

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It's the Holiday Season! At this time of year, many of us engage in traditions that make our holidays even more meaningful like watching some of our favorite films!

Today, we're going to talk about the best holiday film in the history of cinema!

Die Hard? Nope.

It's a Wonderful Life? Puh-leeze.

White Christmas? BOOOOORRRRINNNNGGGGGGG!

Today, we we bring you the first part in our discussion on Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan! What's that, you say? It's not a holiday movie?! Hey, you can't spell "wreath" without "wrath," and that was all we needed.

We'll be joined in our discussion today by none other than Dr. Trek, himself: Larry Nemecek!

Join us as we talk about some of the history behind Star Trek II, how it became more naval and militaristic, and some of our favorite and least favorite moments in the movie! We'll also talk a little about the documentary Larry has been working on, "The Con of Wrath!"

Plus, find out about Larry Nemecek's Portal 47--his insider access to all of the Trek-formation he's been compiling over the years!

It's all in Episode 41 of Trek Geeks - A Star Trek Podcast, "The Wreath of Khan!"

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