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Women at Warp: A Star Trek Podcast

A groundbreaking bi-weekly podcast committed to examining Star Trek from a feminist perspective, exploring Intersectional Diversity in Infinite Combinations with a rotating crew of six hosts. Tune in for everything from episode and character analysis to history of women behind the scenes and in fan culture to discussion of larger themes and messages throughout the franchise.

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Latest Episodes:

S6: Mission Montreal Jul 22, 2016

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Montreal Comiccon celebrated Star Trek's 50th anniversary with on-stage appearances by Kate Mulgrew, Nichelle Nichols, William Shatner and Brent Spiner. We bring you the highlights, including Mulgrew's thoughts on Janeway's significance, her upcoming book, and what she'd like to see in a new Star Trek series. HOSTS Jarrah SHOW EDITORJarrah CONTACT US!Email: crew@womenatwarp.com Twitter: @womenatwarp Facebook: http://facebook.com/womenatwarp

SUPPORT THE SHOW http://www.patreon.com/womenatwarp

36: Women of The Animated Series Jul 03, 2016

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Doctors, mermaids, huntresses, matriarchs and many cat-women populate the universe of Star Trek: The Animated Series - in addition to the women of Starfleet. Join us to discuss TAS' most memorable women. HOSTS Andi, Jarrah, Sue GUESTAaron Harvey SHOW EDITORAndi CONTACT UScrew@womenatwarp.com @womenatwarp facebook.com/womenatwarp

SUPPORT THE SHOWpatreon.com/womenatwarp

35: Best Male Allies Jun 19, 2016

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Which male characters in Star Trek do the best job working for equality and standing up against injustice? Forbes Associate Science Editor Alex Knapp joins us to talk about the meaning of allyship and the characters in the franchise who make the best allies. HOSTS Jarrah and Sue GUEST Alex Knapp SHOW EDITORAndi CONTACT UScrew@womenatwarp.com @womenatwarp facebook.com/womenatwarp

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34: Janice Rand and the Beehive of Power Jun 05, 2016

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What the heck is a "yeoman" anyway? After a brief history and etymology lesson, the crew turns the spotlight to everyone's favorite Yeoman - Janice Rand (Grace Lee Whitney). From Roddenberry's initial conception of the character to her no-so-subtle feelings for Captain Kirk to her friendship with Lt. Uhura, we discuss her best scenes, her hair, her departure, and her return in the films. HOSTS Andi, Jarrah, Sue and Grace SHOW EDITORJarrah CONTACT UScrew@womenatwarp.com @womenatwarp facebook.com/womenatwarp

SUPPORT THE SHOWpatreon.com/womenatwarp

33: Feminist Supercrew May 22, 2016

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If you had a starship and got to staff it with feminist icons from history and pop culture, who would you choose? What about Chief Engineer Kaylee Fry or Captain Coretta Scott King? What position would you pick for someone as multitalented as Sally Ride? Our hosts share their picks for a Starfleet feminist supercrew. HOSTS Andi, Jarrah, Sue and Grace SHOW EDITORJarrah CONTACT UScrew@womenatwarp.com @womenatwarp facebook.com/womenatwarp

SUPPORT THE SHOWpatreon.com/womenatwarp

32: "Past Tense" May 08, 2016

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In the DS9 two-parter "Past Tense," Sisko, Bashir and Dax travel to the year 2024, a dark time in our near future. Treknews.net blogger Michelle Toven joins us to discuss the episodes' socio-political themes, which include homelessness, mental health, race, class, violence, and the power of storytelling. HOSTS Jarrah, Grace and Sue GUEST Michelle Toven SHOW EDITORJarrah CONTACT UScrew@womenatwarp.com @womenatwarp facebook.com/womenatwarp

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31: Dudebuggy Adventures Apr 24, 2016

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Our crew takes the Captain's Yacht out for a spin through the four Next Generation movies: Generations, First Contact, Insurrection and Nemesis. Along the way we meet some familiar Klingon sisters, 700 hippies, a Borg Queen, and even more terrifying: beardless Riker. We also talk about Crusher and Troi's scenes, particularly Troi's assault in Star Trek: Nemesis. HOSTS Andi, Grace, Sue and Jarrah SHOW EDITORJarrah CONTACT UScrew@womenatwarp.com@womenatwarp facebook.com/womenatwarp

SUPPORT THE SHOWpatreon.com/womenatwarp

30: Book Club - Mosaic by Jeri Taylor Apr 10, 2016

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In this book club episode we tag along as young Kathryn Janeway explores the water caves of Mars, saves old ladies from haunted Irish castles, calls out a high school boyfriend for gaslighting, and interacts with Data, Riker and Admiral Paris. Special guest Anika (a.k.a. pixiedane) joins us to discuss Jeri Taylor's 1996 novel biography of Kathryn Janeway: Mosaic. HOSTS Jarrah and Sue GUEST Anika SHOW EDITORJarrah Contact Us!crew@womenatwarp.com @womenatwarp facebook.com/womenatwarp

Support the Showpatreon.com/womenatwarp

29: What Does GOD Need with a Starship? Mar 27, 2016

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Four fans from different backgrounds discuss their personal relationship to Star Trek's depictions of religion, including Christian themes in TOS, Picard's skepticism, Kira's spirituality, and Vulcan ritual. HOSTS Andi, Grace, and Sue GUESTS Rumman

EDITOR Jarrah Contact Us! crew@womenatwarp.com @womenatwarp facebook.com/womenatwarp Support the Show! patreon.com/womenatwarp

28: Her Name Means Freedom Mar 13, 2016

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She was a groundbreaking character for 1960s TV and remains a role model and cultural icon to this day. Angélique Roché of Black Girl Nerds joins us to discuss our favorite Uhura moments from TOS. HOSTS Andi, Grace and Jarrah GUESTS Angélique Roché

SHOW EDITOR Jarrah Contact Us! crew@womenatwarp.com @womenatwarp facebook.com/womenatwarp Support the Show! http://patreon.com/womenatwarp

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