Positively Trek 312: History is Written by the VictorsStar Trek: Khan Episodes 1 and 2Khan Noonien Singh has long been thought of as the quintessential Star Trek villain. But is the view of him we get in “Space Seed” and Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan the whole picture? Or is there more to this larger-than-life man of history for us to discover?In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Barry dive into the first two episodes, “Paradise” and “Scheherazade,” of Star Trek: Khan, a new dramatic podcast written by Kirsten Beyer and David Mack from a story by Nicholas Meyer. We talk about the history of the project, the writing, the cast, and the story, as well as where we think the series is going to go in the coming weeks!Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)The History of Star Trek: Khan (00:04:51)Episode 1: “Paradise” (00:10:03)Patreon Shout Out (00:47:27)Episode 2: “Scheherazade” (00:48:07)Final Thoughts (01:13:49)Closing (01:16:41) HostsDan GuntherBarry DeFordProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 311: Kirk & Spock Get Shipped… Literally!“New Life and New Civilizations” - Strange New Worlds Season 3 FinaleIt feels like the season has just begun, and here we are at the end! In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Barry and Dan discuss the Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season three finale: “New Life and New Civilizations.” We talk about the return of an ancient enemy, the pacing of this episode, a special sequence that touched our hearts, and how this season of Trek holds up.Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)“New Life and New Civilizations” Part 1 (00:00:45)Patreon Shout Out (00:30:29)“New Life and New Civilizations” Part 2 (00:31:09)Closing (00:56:50) HostsBarry DeFordDan GuntherProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 310: Still a Better Love Story Than Twilight“Terrarium” - Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x09Finding herself on the wrong side of a surprise wormhole, Erika Ortegas must survive the harsh conditions of an inhospitable moon while awaiting rescue. However, it soon becomes apparent that she’s not alone…In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Barry discuss “Terrarium,” the penultimate episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ third season. We talk about Erika Ortegas finally getting an episode, her surprise companion, and the Enterprise’s efforts to save her.Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)“Terrarium” Part 1 (00:01:18)Patreon Shout Out (00:24:11)“Terrarium” Part 2 (00:24:51)Closing (00:56:34) HostsDan GuntherBarry DeFordProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 309: Jumped the GormaganderAugust’s Star Trek Comics: Lower Decks #10 & SNW: Seeds of Salvation #1Another month, another batch of Star Trek comics! This month, we have Ferengi shenanigans and Lovecraftian horrors to entertain us!In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Brandi review the month’s new Star Trek comic issues from IDW! We talk about the resolution of the Tendi/Ferengi debt plot in Star Trek: Lower Decks #10, and kick off a new miniseries with Star Trek: Strange New Worlds: The Seeds of Salvation #1!Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)Star Trek: Lower Decks #10 (00:02:59)Patreon Shout Out (00:21:59)Star Trek: Strange New Worlds: The Seeds of Salvation #1 (00:22:39)Next Month’s Issues (00:38:47)Closing (00:41:08) HostsDan GuntherBrandi JackolaProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 308: What is Happening?!?“Four-and-a-Half Vulcans” - Strange New Worlds 3x08A mission to a prime directive-protected world requires the landing party to disguise themselves as Vulcans. Pike, Noonien-Singh, Chapel, and Uhura undergo a procedure that fundamentally changes them. However, things get crazy when they decide they don’t want to go back!In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Barry and Dan discuss “Four-and-a-Half Vulcans,” episode 8 of season 3 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. We talk about the wildly improbable setup, the four new Vulcans, Kirk & Scotty, Una & Doug, and our final thoughts about this episode.Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)Four-and-a-Half Vulcans Part 1 (00:01:48)Patreon Shout-Out (00:29:37)Four-and-a-Half Vulcans Part 2 (00:30:17)Closing (00:55:36) HostsBarry DeFordDan GuntherProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 307: The Camera Itself Becomes a Character“What Is Starfleet?” - Strange New Worlds 3x07Is a Federation just an empire by another name? Is a Starship actually just a Warship cloaked in colloquialism? Newly-declassified archival footage has recently been unearthed: a documentary filmed in the mid-23rd century that aims to answer the question: “What is Starfleet?”In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Barry discuss episode 7 of season 3 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds: “What Is Starfleet?” We talk about historical analogues to Starfleet, a unique way of telling a story, the Enterprise’s unorthodox mission, what Starfleet means to the crew of the Enterprise, and what happens when a documentarian becomes the focus of his own documentary.Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)What Is Starfleet? Part 1 (00:01:00)Patreon Shout Out (00:29:02)What Is Starfleet? Part 2 (00:29:42) HostsDan GuntherBarry DeFordProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 306: Baking a Captain Kirk CakeStrange New Worlds 3x06 - “The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail”The USS Farragut: attacked and immobilized! The USS Enterprise: captured by marauders! And one lieutenant commander, James T. Kirk, is thrust into an emergency situation and must quickly learn the ropes of command if he is to save the day!In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Barry and Dan review the Star Trek: Strange New Worlds episode “The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail.” We talk about Kirk, his ad hoc crew, Pelia’s life experiences to the rescue, and a dark legacy of the 21st century.NOTE: Dan had some connectivity issues and is missing for a bit of the episode, most notably at the very end. Just in case you were wondering what was up!Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail Part 1 (00:00:47)Patreon Shout Out (00:27:25)The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail Part 2 (00:28:05)Closing (00:56:55) HostsBarry DeFordDan GuntherProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 305: I Hope I Don’t Get Too Hoofy-Foofy Here“Through the Lens of Time” - Strange New Worlds 3x05The Enterprise crew faces a threat of cosmic horror as they investigate mysterious ruins on a non-Federation world. The seemingly innocuous scientific mission soon turns deadly as an ancient threat is awakened…In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Barry discuss “Through the Lens of Time,” the fifth episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season three. We talk about a threat to a beloved character, a weird cross-dimensional puzzle, a love quadrilateral, and Pelia’s desire to vamp for the camera!Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)Through the Lens of Time Part 1 (00:01:20)Patreon Shout Out (00:20:33)Through the Lens of Time Part 2 (00:21:13)Closing (00:42:32) HostsDan GuntherBarry DeFordProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 304: Irreverently ReverentStrange New Worlds: “A Space Adventure Hour” - SPOILERS!Assigned to test a new holographic technology, La’an Noonien-Singh finds herself embroiled in a 1960s murder mystery. What starts as fun and games quickly turns deadly!In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Barry and Dan discuss “A Space Adventure Hour,” episode four of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ third season. We talk about the irreverent reverence the writers have for Star Trek, some amazing directing by Jonathan Frakes, and the impressive acting by the cast of Strange New Worlds!Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)A Space Adventure Hour Part 1 (00:01:38)Patreon Shout Out (00:31:08)A Space Adventure Hour Part 2 (00:31:48)Closing (01:07:09) HostsBarry DeFordDan GuntherProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 303: Gathering Alien Pooter-Scoots?July’s Star Trek Comics: Lower Decks #9 and Red Shirts #1Every month, IDW releases a number of Star Trek comics, and we here at Positively Trek have been looking for a way to keep up to date with our coverage. From gormagander waste collection to needless security officer tragedies, this month’s comic issues demand to be talked about!In this special episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Brandi kick off a new monthly series! At the end of each month, we will be discussing the month’s new Star Trek comic releases from IDW. This month, we cover both Trek issues that came out in July: Star Trek: Lower Decks #9, kicking off a new story, and the start of a new miniseries: Star Trek: Red Shirts #1.Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)Lower Decks #9 (00:02:59)Patreon Shout Out (00:26:18)Red Shirts #1 (00:26:58)Closing (00:46:28) HostsDan GuntherBrandi JackolaProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 302: Pike Actually Says the Z-Word!Strange New Worlds: “Shuttle to Kenfori” - SPOILERS!An unauthorized trip to a disputed world, a life hanging in the balance, a Klingon hell-bent on reclaiming her honor, and a run-down outpost infested with the undead!In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Barry discuss “Shuttle to Kenfori,” the third episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season three. We talk about the fallout from the Federation/Klingon War, M’Benga’s sins, some questionable command decisions, and how impressed we are with Una Chin-Riley as a captain!Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)Shuttle to Kenfori Part 1 (00:01:04)Patreon Shout Out (00:30:45)Shuttle to Kenfori Part 2 (00:31:24)Final Thoughts (00:59:14)Closing (01:02:03) HostsDan GuntherBarry DeFordProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 301: Like Downshifting from Warp 9 to Full Impulse in 3 SecondsStrange New Worlds: “Hegemony, Part II” and “Wedding Bell Blues” After a nearly two-year-long wait, season three of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is FINALLY here! Our weekly coverage for this season begins with a double-header of new episode reviews!In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Barry and Dan discuss the first two episodes of season three of Strange New Worlds: “Hegemony, Part II” and “Wedding Bell Blues.” Two very different episodes with very different tones, but both very much quintessential Strange New Worlds! Warning: SPOILERS!Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)“Hegemony, Part II” (00:04:48)Patreon Shout Out (00:53:30)“Wedding Bell Blues” (00:54:10)Final Thoughts (01:22:34)Closing (01:25:54) HostsBarry DeFordDan GuntherProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 300: Ctrl-Alt-Delete The UniverseStar Trek #32 & Star Trek: OmegaLore has complete control of the universe, but his rule is nearly at an end as Captain Sisko and his compatriots are close to turning the tables on the megalomaniacal android! Plus: when all is said and done, how does IDW wrap up the interconnected Star Trek and Star Trek: Defiant comic series?In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Brandi discuss the comics Star Trek #32 (Lore War Part 5 of 5) and Star Trek: Omega, the grand finale to three years of epic Trek comic storytelling from IDW!Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chanceLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)Star Trek #32 Lore War Part 5 of 5 (00:03:35)Patreon Shoutout (00:22:39)Star Trek: Omega (00:23:19)Future Comic Coverage on Positively Trek (00:52:03)Closing (00:55:48) HostsDan GuntherBrandi JackolaProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 299: We’re All Pike Now!The End of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Has Been AnnouncedIn Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Captain Christopher Pike knows his future and the fate that awaits him. Now, as Star Trek fans, we are in a similar position having been told that the end is coming for Strange New Worlds!In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Barry discuss the surprise announcement of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ fifth and final season renewal. We talk about what we know about the end of the series, the pros and cons of the announcement, and end with a big discussion about what the future of Star Trek looks like.Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chanceLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersThe Mile Zero Fan Summit Debrief (00:00:00)Strange New Worlds Season 5 Renewal (00:08:32)What We Know (00:14:15)The Pros (00:19:40)Patreon Shout Out (00:32:16)The Cons (00:32:48)The Future of Star Trek on Television (00:43:22)Final Thoughts (00:57:47)Closing (01:04:12) HostsDan GuntherBarry DeFordProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 298: Shaxs Ain’t Subtle, Either!Star Trek: Defiant #27 & Lore War: Shaxs’ Worst DayThe Lore War crossover event continues! In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Brandi discuss two comics: Star Trek: Defiant #27 (Lore War Part 4 of 5), and Star Trek: Lore War: Shaxs’ Worst Day, a one-shot that, quite frankly, should be a full part of the Lore War series! Join us as we talk about Sisko and company’s attempt to thwart Lore’s evil machinations, while at the same time a re-awakened Shaxs tries to destroy all of Starfleet!Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chanceLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)Star Trek: Defiant #27 (00:03:47)Patreon Shout Out (00:21:05)Star Trek: Lore War: Shaxs’ Worst Day (00:21:37)Closing (00:48:25) HostsDan GuntherBrandi JackolaProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 297: Support Your Local Convention!The Mile Zero Fan Summit in Grimshaw, AlbertaStar Trek and Star Wars fans can be found everywhere, and we mean everywhere! It doesn’t matter if you’re from one of the largest cities in the world or from a small farming community in rural Alberta, we guarantee that someone you know or see in your day-to-day life loves settling in for a Babylon 5 marathon, debates online who is the better captain, Sisko or Janeway, or has very strong opinions on how the Millennium Falcon would fare against a Federation starship!In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Barry and Dan sit down with Chance and Carolyn Gerk, the organizers of the Mile Zero Fan Summit, a convention being held in the small town of Grimshaw, Alberta on June 7th. We discuss what you can expect at the event, the process of putting it together, and the importance of fostering the fan community in smaller centres. And make sure to join us in Grimshaw on June 7th, when we will be hosting a panel on Star Trek as a Model for a Better Future at the convention!Mile Zero Fan Summit on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568680220263Email Mile Zero: milezerofansummit@gmail.comShow page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chanceLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)Introducing Carolyn and Chance of the Mile Zero Fan Summit (00:01:44)Patreon Shoutout (00:20:50)The Mile Zero Fan Summit June 7th in Grimshaw, AB (00:21:22)Closing (00:44:01) HostsBarry DeFordDan GuntherGuestsCarolyn & Chance GerkProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 296: Lore War Continues!Star Trek: Defiant #26 & Star Trek #31: Lore War Parts 2 & 3The universe has been completely upended by the villainous android Lore, and only Benjamin Sisko and Emperor Kahless are aware of it! Together, they must assemble a group of heroes to overthrow the maniacal Lore and his brother Data and remind everyone they know and love what it is they have lost!In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Brandi are continuing their coverage of the current Lore War event that has scrambled the galaxy in the on-going Star Trek and Star Trek: Defiant comic series. They discuss Star Trek: Defiant #26 and Star Trek #31, parts 2 and 3 of Lore War. We talk about the events of both issues, and share our thoughts as well as our predictions for the next part of the story!Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chanceLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)Star Trek: Defiant #26 (00:04:19)Patreon Shout Out (00:22:12)Star Trek #31 (00:22:44)Our Thoughts and Predictions (00:39:55)What’s Next in Trek Comics (00:50:00) HostsDan GuntherBrandi JackolaProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 295: Playing My Favourite SongsStrange New Worlds: Toward the Night with author James Swallow!In this episode of Positively Trek, we finally have a new novel to talk about and an author to interview! Dan Gunther welcomes back Bruce Gibson to discuss the new novel Star Trek: Strange New Worlds: Towards the Night. Joining us is the amazing author himself, James Swallow! We talk about the novel spoiler-free to begin with, but get into spoilers later as we discuss the plot of this time-twisting adventure.Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chanceLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)Spoiler-Free - Genesis of the Novel (00:01:53)Spoilers - The Mystery of 685-Gamma (00:15:14)Starfleet’s Past (00:19:17)Patreon Shout Out (00:30:35)The USS Baldwin (00:31:06)Luciana Ortegas (00:33:03)Una, M’Benga, and the Klingons (00:37:42)Spock and Chapel (00:44:45)Bren and Giant Bugs (00:46:56)Playing the Hits (00:52:37)The Epilogue (00:58:27)Final Thoughts and Closing (01:04:30) HostsDan GuntherBruce GibsonGuestJames SwallowProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 294: From Star Trek’s Worst to Star Trek’s Best“And the Children Shall Lead” and “The City on the Edge of Forever”In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Barry take their cues from one of Dan’s favourite new podcasts: The Best Worst from hosts Meg Bashwiner and Joseph Fink. In their new show, they talk about the worst and best episodes from a classic television series as determined by the IMDB ratings. Their rules dictate that the series in question must have at least 100 episodes, which means they won’t be covering Star Trek: The Original Series! We hope to cover that oversight with this homage to their wonderful podcast as we discuss the classic Trek episodes “And the Children Shall Lead” and “The City on the Edge of Forever.”Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!The Best Worst Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/TheBestWorstSunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chanceLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)The Best Worst Inspiration (00:03:46)The Worst: “And the Children Shall Lead” (00:06:28)Patreon Shout Out (00:28:22)The Best: “The City on the Edge of Forever” (00:28:53)Closing (01:15:30)HostsDan GuntherBarry DeFordProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Positively Trek 293: Lore Ain’t SubtleStar Trek: Lore War #1The big Star Trek comic crossover of 2025 is underway! Lore has rewritten reality, and our heroes find themselves scattered across the galaxy, all in service to their god: Lore!In this episode of Positively Trek, Dan Gunther is joined by comic co-host Brandi Jackola to discuss Star Trek: Lore War #1, the first issue in the five-part Lore War crossover series! We talk about what leads up to this series, the story in the issue itself, and finish up with our thoughts on the story and our predictions for the future!Star Trek: Lore War #1Written by Christopher Cantwell, Collin Kelly, & Jackson LanzingArt by Davide TintoDigital:Amazon.com: https://amzn.to/41har8dAmazon.ca: https://amzn.to/4k4xESjAmazon.co.uk: https://amzn.to/41iOqGeShow page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrekHelp support the podcast! Go to https://www.patreon.com/positivelytrek to help out!Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chanceLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Positively Trek is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.ChaptersOpening (00:00:00)Prelude to Lore War (00:03:02)Lore War #1 Spoiler Discussion (00:00:00)Patreon Shout Out (00:23:33)Lore War #1 Discussion Continued (00:24:04)Our Thoughts and Predictions (00:31:40)Closing (00:38:53) HostsDan GuntherBrandi JackolaProductionDan Gunther (Editor and Producer)Barry DeFord (Producer)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy