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Positively Trek 273: Book Club: The Story We Didn’t Know We Wanted
Dayton Ward: Pliable Truths

When Star Trek: Deep Space Nine hit our television screens in 1993, we were introduced to the planet Bajor, the end of the Cardassian Occupation, and a cast of colorful characters that were very different from the sanitized Starfleet environment of the Enterprise-D on Star Trek: The Next Generation. But what happened just before “Emissary”? How did Starfleet establish a presence in the Bajoran system? How was the withdrawal negotiated? Why did O’Brien decide to transfer to DS9? All of these questions and more are finally answered, over 30 years later, thanks to Dayton Ward’s latest Star Trek novel.

In this episode of the Positively Trek Book Club, hosts Dan Gunther and Bruce Gibson are once again joined by New York Times Bestselling author Dayton Ward to discuss his new novel, Star Trek: The Next Generation: Pliable Truths. We talk about the story of the transition from TNG to DS9 that we have been waiting decades to read!

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Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-
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Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chance
License: 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.

Chapters
Opening (00:00:00)
Spoiler-free Discussion (00:02:37)
Admiral Nechayev (00:12:04)
The Aftermath of “Chain of Command” (00:15:11)
“The Great Escape” (00:23:33)
The USS Oceanside (00:33:38)
Remember That Guy? (00:37:57)
Patreon Shout Out (00:41:59)
O’Brien’s Big Move (00:42:28)
Picard’s Relationship with Bajor (00:48:54)
Ensign Ro Laren (00:51:34)
Setting up Deep Space Nine (00:55:59)
An Explosive Ending (00:58:25)
Closing (01:06:46)
  
Hosts
Dan Gunther
Bruce Gibson

Guest
Dayton Ward

Production
Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer)
Barry DeFord (Producer)


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Positively Trek 272: One Last Time… Let’s Fly
Star Trek: Discovery’s Final Episode: “Life, Itself”

After five seasons, this flagship show of the new era of Star Trek has come to an end. Star Trek: Discovery ushered in a renaissance of the Star Trek Universe, and we are very sad to see it go. Join host Dan Gunther as he shares his thoughts on this pivotal episode of the modern era of Trek and we say goodbye to Michael Burnham, Saru, Tilly, Stamets, Culber, Adira, Book, and the rest.

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Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chance
License: 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.

Chapters
Opening (00:00:00)
Dan Reviews “Life, Itself” (00:01:23)
Patreon Shout Out (00:14:19)
Easter Eggs and Canon Connections (00:14:48)
Closing (00:19:58)
  
Host
Dan Gunther

Production
Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer)
Barry DeFord (Producer)


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Positively Trek 271: Officer, Widower, Father, Mentor, Emissary
Benjamin Sisko: A Deep Dive

In the 90s, the question in Trek fandom invariably was: Kirk or Picard? After watching seven seasons of Deep Space Nine, I knew what my answer was: Sisko. Beginning in season one, this commander took a dilapidated waystation at the edge of the frontier and turned it into a hub for science, commerce, and Federation authority against the impending Dominion threat. Along the way, he faced trials (and tribble-ations), threats to his values and integrity as a Starfleet officer, and had to contend with being a religious figure to the Bajorans. Through politics, rebellion, war, and strife, Captain Benjamin Sisko emerged as one of the great heroes of the Federation.

In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Barry discuss the commanding officer of Deep Space Nine. What made Benjamin Sisko the man who would discover the Bajoran wormhole, lead fleets of starships against the Dominion and Cardassians, maintain peace on Bajor despite the machinations of power-hungry despots, and ultimately battle the pah-wraiths in the fire caves of Bajor and ascend to the revered Celestial Temple? We share our thoughts on this singularly incredible Star Trek character.

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Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chance
License: 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.

Chapters
Opening (00:00:00)
Season 1 - The Emissary Arrives (00:07:41)
Growing Into the Role (00:30:53)
Captain Sisko - Finally (00:35:42)
Patreon Shout Out (00:46:08)
The Dominion War (00:43:37)
The Ascendance of The Emissary (01:03:34)
Final Thoughts (01:16:00)
Closing (01:18:43)
  
Hosts
Dan Gunther
Barry DeFord

Production
Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer)
Barry DeFord (Producer)


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Positively Trek 270: Book Club: They Sure Like Writing for Garak!
Star Trek Explorer Presents: “The Mission” and Other Stories - Part 2/2

Back in episode 264, we took a look at the first 7 short stories that make up the collection Star Trek Explorer Presents: “The Mission” and Other Stories. And now we’re back to finish them off!

In this week’s episode of the Positively Trek Book Club, hosts Dan Gunther and Bruce Gibson are talking about 7 Star Trek short stories, all of which appeared in issues of the Star Trek Explorer magazine. Join us as we journey to Deep Space Nine for 6 of the stories before we take a quick side trip to the Delta Quadrant for story number 7. Featured authors include James Swallow, Una McCormack, Michael Carroll, John Peel, Keith R.A. DeCandido, and Michael Collins.

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Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chance
License: 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.

Chapters
Opening (00:00:00)
“The Mission” by James Swallow (00:05:56)
“Things Can Only Get Better” by Una McCormack (00:15:15)
“Frontier Medicine” by Michael Carroll (00:23:59)
Patreon Shout Out (00:31:22)
“By Special Request…” by John Peel (00:31:51)
“The Victim” by John Peel (00:40:45)
“You Can’t Buy Fate” by Keith R.A. DeCandido (00:49:08)
“Summer Days Can Last Forever” by Michael Collins (00:56:00)
Final Thoughts (01:03:38)
Closing (01:05:32)
  
Hosts
Dan Gunther
Bruce Gibson

Production
Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer)
Barry DeFord (Producer)


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Positively Trek 269: The Vibe That Is Data
Part 2: Data in Nemesis, Picard, and Beyond…

Warning: This episode contains spoilers for all three seasons of Star Trek: Picard, as well as minor spoilers for the first episode of Star Trek: Discovery’s fifth and final season.

Data is one of the most enduring and beloved characters in the Star Trek universe. When the character was killed off in the film Star Trek Nemesis, many Trek fans believed that he would one day be back. Now, thanks to Star Trek: Picard, they have been proven right when Data was raised from the dead not once, but twice!

In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Barry and Dan continue their two-part discussion of Data. We talk about his death in Nemesis, what that death means in the larger context of pop culture, his first resurrection in season one of Star Trek: Picard, his (extremely) extended family, and finally his most recent incarnation in Picard’s third season!

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Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chance
License: 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.

Chapters
Opening (00:00:00)
Data’s First Death - Nemesis (00:04:14)
Barry’s Rant Corner - Lower Decks (00:11:49)
Data’s First Resurrection - Picard Season 1 (00:20:24)
Patreon Shout Out (00:31:30)
Data’s Very Extended Family (00:31:59)
Data’s Second Resurrection - Picard Season 3 (00:47:08)
Closing (00:59:37)
  
Hosts
Dan Gunther
Barry DeFord

Production
Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer)
Barry DeFord (Producer)


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Positively Trek 268: “Red Directive” & “Under the Twin Moons” REVIEWED
Warning for SPOILERS!

It’s been a very long wait since the end of season four of Star Trek: Discovery, but the wait is finally over. The first two episodes of Discovery’s fifth and final season have premiered, and Dan Gunther is here to share his thoughts on both of them!

In this episode of Positively Trek, Dan is flying solo to share his thoughts on “Red Directive” and “Under the Twin Moons,” the first two episodes of season five of Star Trek: Discovery. Please be advised that there are huge spoilers in this episode for specific plot details and revelations from these episodes. PLEASE do not listen if you haven’t watched the episodes and do not want to be spoiled!

Let's fly!

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Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chance
License: 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.

Chapters
Opening (00:00:00)
“Red Directive” - SPOILERS! (00:01:51)
Patreon Shout Out (00:23:06)
“Under the Twin Moons” - SPOILERS! (00:23:35)
Final Thoughts (00:34:30)
  
Host
Dan Gunther

Production
Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer)
Barry DeFord (Producer)


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