We are three Star Trek enthusiasts that just love Star Trek...so much so that we've even decided to talk about, the past, present and future of Star Trek.
In our latest episode we do another Starship profile, this time focusing on DS9's U.S.S. Defiant.
As the title suggests, in this episode we'll be discussing whether we think that physical media still has a place in the modern world. Where everything you could possibly want at a touch of a button… but is everything as it's cracked up to be?
Inspired by the Crispy Pro YouTube video in this episode we are joined by Marie to see whether she (with the assistance of Jamie) can guess the Star Trek episode by the low (IMDB users) review. Please note that the episode unfortunately suffers from minor technical difficulties throughout. https://youtu.be/mSAOUS9IzlM
In this episode we discuss the role of the Jem'Hadar within the Dominion talking about mixed relationship between the Alpha and Gamma quadrant Jem'Hadar along with the Vorta, and the Founders.
In this episode we retrospectively look back at the series as a whole to give our thoughts, and feelings to see what got right and what they got wrong. We briefly also rant about the newly released Section 31 film. Please note that the episode unfortunately suffers from a few minor technical difficulties (road noise).
Inspired by the Dan Murrell YouTube video I'm going to conclude looking back over the last thirty-five years and name the most influential Films and Television series to me, and why they mean so much to me. Please note that this episode also contains the occasional swear word. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxX3KSFfQxg
Inspired by the Dan Murrell YouTube video I'm going to look back over the last thirty-five years and name the most influential Films and Television series to me, and why they mean so much to me. Please note that this episode also contains the occasional swear word. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxX3KSFfQxg
In this episode of the podcast, we look at all the fan related Beta canon that's been released surrounding the Battle of Wolf 359. Shining a light on the amazing work of the JTVFX YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@JTVFX1 and the Wolf 359 project book, which you can find here https://www.wolf359project.com/
As the title suggests, in this episode we talk you through the myriad of ideas we've got that would make interesting Star Trek spin off shows. Please note that the episode unfortunately suffers from a technical difficulty midway through.
In our final episode of this year, we in our annual tradition pick our favourite podcast memories! We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! See you all in January 2025!
In this episode we get into the Christmassy mood spirit by doing a film commentary for a movie Jamie wanted to do. The 1996 film Jingle All The Way starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.
In this year's Absent Friends we remember and shine a spotlight on the amazing achievements of Marie Severine (Comic Book Artist), James Darren (Actor), Louise Fletcher (Actress) and Jerry Goldsmith (Composer).
As you'll be able to tell from the title, in this episode of the podcast we hear the convoluted reasoning behind Simon's love of Starships.
In this week's episode we take a look at the history behind one of the most famous spy planes in existence the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird spy plane. A supersonic plane with a complicate history which broke many height and speed records.
In this week's episode, we welcome back the one and only Larry Nemecek (Doctor Trek) after five years (since 2019) to get his thoughts on all the positive sides to the Star Trek fandom we all enjoy. Whilst also talking to him about fandom in its physical form the Star Trek Magazine (now Star Trek Explorer) which should've been celebrating its 30th Anniversary early next year! https://larrynemecek.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@LarryNemecekTrekland
So, after ten years of podcasting we're finally doing a subject Jamie's wanted to do since Day One surrounding the crime and punishment seen throughout the Star Trek universe. To see whether any species got the right balance between fairness, equality and justice. https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Crime
In the fourth episode of our “what if…” series we're going to discuss the repercussions if Rugal's wishes had been honoured and had been returned to his Bajoran parents in the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine's episode “Cardassians”. https://www.facebook.com/ussmercia
In the second part of our DS9 Season 2 Review we look at "Whispers" all the way up to "The Jem'Hadar". Please note that we had some sound technical difficulties whilst recording (both parts). Janelle Waz video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6US4t5gWjnM
In the first part of our DS9 Season 2 Review we look at "The Homecoming" all the way up to the "Armageddon Game". Please note that we had some sound technical difficulties whilst recording (both parts).
In this Redux edition of the podcast, we along with Neil Green will revisit the topic that launched the podcast to see whether our opinions have changed over the years. Please note that the episode unfortunately suffers from a few minor technical difficulties. One Night Rental - The Movie Https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550874733652 https://80svideoshop.bigcartel.com/
In this episode we're reminiscing and doing a joint 10th Anniversary episode for the two Media10 organised Destination Star Trek events which took place during 2014. Taking place firstly in Frankfurt Germany (DSTG), and then London United Kingdom (DST3).
In this episode we retrospectively look backwards at Star Trek: Strange New Worlds second season, giving our opinions on what we think they got right and what they got wrong. Whilst also discussing the recent mixed news that it was being renewed, and that Lower Decks was being cancelled after its upcoming fifth season.
As you'll be able to tell from the title, we're reviewing the Star Trek video game Star Trek Resurgence that was released last year. Giving our opinions along the way on what we think they got right and what they got wrong. Trekzone playthrough: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKlUNBPcla_jCNRdOwS6_nkfpiu1dkY99 Certifiably Ingame playthrough: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnz8giR6uGEdpWTogKWaTrLPQ88ZFIuUx&si=QzytmXFv8XWdO4zW
In this episode of the podcast, we'll obviously be discussing our thoughts (and feelings) on Marvel's seventh Disney+ series Ms. Marvel. Following the origin story for Kamala Khan also known as Ms. Marvel. Whilst also briefly talking about The Marvels film where she makes her film debut and plays a leading role.
In this edition of the podcast, we along with Tiff and Marie play a Star Trek version of the popular party game. That poses a dilemma in the form of a question beginning with "would you rather". https://www.facebook.com/ussmercia https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Tiffscomicart
In this introductory episode we're going to be ‘dipping our toes in' what's most likely going to be one of the longer Species episodes we're ever going to do. So, we're just going to do a quick Dominion overview episode. Before we breakdown the Jem'Hadar, Vorta, and Changelings individually. Warning this episode contains swearing.
As the title suggests in this episode, we'll be discussing Joss Whedon's infamously cancelled cult classic show Firefly (and accompanying Serenity film) giving our thoughts and feelings.
For my second General Interest podcast I head into the fictional world for the first time with the varied works of Gerry Anderson. Something familiar to all the British 90's kids (Millennials) due to all the repeats. We're helped in the matter by fellow fan Mark Hughes. Warning this episode contains the occasional swear words, and unfortunately suffers from a few minor technical difficulties. https://theengagepodcast.blogspot.com/2024/02/simons-general-interest-blog-post-gerry.html
In this episode we retrospectively look backwards at Star Trek: Picard third season, giving our opinions on what we think they got right and what they got wrong. https://youtu.be/AnySfN02YYQ The Next Generation Cast on the Best, Worst (and Future) of Star Trek IGN YouTube https://youtu.be/AkpOt_dC0rs Why Picard's Story Had to End This Way (ft. Terry Matalas) IGN YouTube
Following on from our disrupted episode last year we complete our look at the most distant artificial Human-made objects. The Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 space probes both launched in 1977 by looking at the scientific instruments on both probes. https://voyager.jpl.nasa.gov/ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6223974/
In the first episode of the year, we're easing back into it by doing one of our infamous theoretical episodes by trying to ascertain how Starfleet upgrades happened practically and realistically. Which as you'll find out is more complicated than it sounds!
In our final episode of this year we pick our favourite moments from our podcast! We want to wish our listeners a lovely Christmas and new year! See you all in January 2024!
In this episode we get into the Christmassy mood spirit by doing a film commentary for the 2015 film Christmas Eve. As it's got the most tenuous link to Star Trek because it stars Patrick Stewart and Christina Chong. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Christmas-Eve-Patrick-Stewart/dp/B07KNFFRFM
In this year's Absent Friends we remember and shine a spotlight on the amazing achievements of Caryl Codon-Tharp (Hair stylist), Hal Sutherland (Director), Camille Saviola (Actress) and Earl Boen (Actor).
In this extra episode me (Jamie) is joined by Jude from Trekmate as we expand more on my general interest of The Last Of Us Games by talking more about the theme of redemption as well as other things! Enjoy! Please note this episode does contain some swearing.
Bro in this episode of the podcast, we'll obviously be discussing our thoughts (and feelings) on Marvel's fifth Disney+ series Hawkeye. Following on from what happened to our bro Clint Barton (Hawkeye) after the events of Avengers: Endgame. Enjoy Bro!
As you'll be able to tell from the title, it's time for Jamie's second General Interest podcast! For this particular episode he wanted to focus the discussion on The Last of Us video game franchise. Where we talk about the game's gameplay and themes, along with the ‘heart' of the game… redemption. The Complete THE LAST OF US Timeline Explained! GameSpot https://youtu.be/3gaFRoP4RUA
In this episode we retrospectively look back at Star Trek: Prodigy's first season, giving our opinions on what we think they got right and what they got wrong. Please note that the episode unfortunately suffers from a few minor technical difficulties.
In this week's episode, we're investigating all the plotlines which were going to make up the season of Star Trek: Enterprise that never was… Season Five. Once again joined by Wayne and Jude (from Trekmate). Warning this episode contains swearing, and unfortunately suffers from a few minor technical difficulties. This episode is dedicated to Simon's Great Aunt Muriel (who he always called Aunty Moo) who passed away recently.
In this back up episode recorded this month, which so happens to be our third episode of our “what if…” series we're going to take a quick examination of the repercussions of that taking place to see how it would've changed the events of Star Trek: First Contact. An episode where Jamie gets very confused!
In our first episode back after our Hiatus we do a quickfire retrospective of multiple current Star Trek series latest season (as of 2022). Giving our thoughts and feelings of each show's content. According to what we think they got right and what they got wrong! https://davidmack.pro/blog/2022/03/26/star-trek-picards-temporal-mechanics/
In the second part of our DS9 Season 1 Review we look at "Vortex” all the way up to "In the Hands of the Prophets". Please note that we had some sound technical difficulties whilst recording (both parts). Janelle Waz A Guide to Watching Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 1 (DO NOT SKIP SEASON 1) https://youtu.be/_G_lqBywHvk
In the first part of our DS9 Season 1 Review we look at "Emissary” all the way up to "The Nagus". Please note that we had some sound technical difficulties whilst recording (both parts), we also join Jamie for a snack. Janelle Waz YouTube video https://youtu.be/_G_lqBywHvk
In this edition of the podcast, we discuss whether the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has had its time in the spotlight (and public awareness) and has now passed out of popularity with the general audience. After their early success in Phases 1-3 with the Infinity Saga. Please note that the episode unfortunately suffers from a few minor technical difficulties. https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/culture/article/mcu-marvel-decline-2023
For the podcast's 9th Anniversary year, I thought that we could revisit the third of our Teaser Episodes which we released all the way back in September of 2014. Where we discussed which era was the optimum time to be living on Earth in the Federation. To work this out we used a criteria. The points of comparison were the technological advances, the chances of survival and the feelings of security. In this Redux edition of the podcast, we along with Vance will revisit the topic to see whether our opinions have changed over the years. Please note that the episode unfortunately suffers from a few minor technical difficulties.
In this pre-recorded episode from June 2019 we ask ourselves what is reality. We chat and examine the concept and how it has been redefined in different areas of study and theorise what we think it could mean.
Inspiring the Voyager 6 space probe (V'ger) seen in Star Trek: The Motion Picture we take a look at its real-life counterparts the Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 space probes both launched in 1977. Becoming the most distant artificial Human-made objects. https://voyager.jpl.nasa.gov/ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6223974/
In this episode we retrospectively look backwards at Star Trek: Strange New Worlds first season, giving our opinions on what we think they got right and what they got wrong. Please note that the episode unfortunately suffers from a few minor technical difficulties as we join Jamie for a snack. Why Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is a Perfect Prequel Screencrush https://youtu.be/R8gDcciPucI
In this fun episode of What If… we look into the unused Star Trek: Enterprise plotline to see whether it would've been possible for Porthos to have saved the day? But we couldn't do it alone as we're joined by Wayne and Jude (from Trekmate)! Warning this episode contains swearing throughout. https://intl.startrek.com/article/porthos-had-it-ruff-on-enterprise
In this episode we look back and give our thoughts and feelings over the last three seasons of Seth MacFarlane's series The Orville. Admiral's Table- Talkin' bout that Orville show https://www.facebook.com/104700053/videos/453378373344861/
We continue our reviews of the Marvel Disney plus shows by sharing what we think of the animation series What If.