Treknicity - A Star Trek Podcast

Treknicity Podcast

A Star Trek and Scifi themed podcast where we explore strange new topics and seek out new likes and few followers. Boldly going where many, many podcasts have gone before, but this time with burritos...

  1. Treknicity - Season 09 - Episode 05 - "SNW Review: S03E01 & E02"

    07/23/2025

    Treknicity - Season 09 - Episode 05 - "SNW Review: S03E01 & E02"

    Dive into our full breakdown of the Season 3 debut of Strange New Worlds, where we review the high‑stakes “Hegemony, Part II” and its tonal flip‑side “Wedding Bell Blues” — and introduce the brilliant new voice joining our crew, Kat Drake!🔹 “Hegemony, Part II”The season opens with a pulse‑pounding resolution to the tense Gorn cliffhanger from Season 2. Captain Pike and the bridge crew race against time to rescue captured colonists and return the Gorn to hibernation using a gravity‑well gambit — balancing visceral horror, nerve‑wracking action, and emotional stakes as Chapel and Spock work desperately to save Batel from a Gorn‑spawn infection. The episode showcases tight ensemble work and character growth, especially for La’an and Ortegas under extreme duress, setting a gritty tone for the season ahead. 🔹 “Wedding Bell Blues”In stark contrast, Episode 2 jumps ahead three months to Starbase One, where the Enterprise crew celebrates the Federation’s centennial — but Spock’s joy freezes when Chapel returns engaged to Dr. Korby. What follows is a whimsical, reality‑warping escapade orchestrated by a mischievous guest (Rhys Darby), with a cameo by John de Lancie confirming him as a scion of Q — canon‑validating decades‑old fan theories. It’s a rom‑com‑meets‑cosmic‑chaos episode offering heartfelt character beats, comic relief, and deep dives into Spock and Chapel’s relationship dynamics. 🎙️ Episode Format & Highlights:🎭 Tone Shift: We explore how Strange New Worlds swings from horror‑drama to rom‑com fantasy in just one night, and whether the tonal whiplash works or disrupts the narrative flow. Gizmodo📖 Character Focus: Discussing how the premiere balances epic stakes with intimate character journeys — from Pike and La’an’s courage to Spock’s romantic heartbreak.🌀 Legacy & Lore: Delving into the official Trelane‑Q connection revealed in “Wedding Bell Blues,” and what it means for Trek canon continuity.⚙️ Pacing & Structure: Our take on pacing, emotional beats, and whether the three‑month time‑skip serves or undermines the story arcs.🆕 Introducing Kat Drake:We’re thrilled to welcome Kat Drake as our new co‑host! A lifelong Trek scholar and expert in character‑driven storytelling, Kat brings fresh insights, lively banter, and a sharp analytical eye. From dissecting Spock’s emotional journey to spotlighting Chapel’s development — having Kat onboard takes our reviews to the next level. Welcome, Kat!Tune in for a spirited conversation about how Strange New Worlds balances its adventurous roots, deep character work, and big‑picture lore — and be ready for great chemistry with our all‑new duo: you, me, and Kat Drake.

    53 min
  2. Treknicity - Season 09 - Episode 03 - "Just Who Is The Best Captain in Star Trek?"

    07/02/2025

    Treknicity - Season 09 - Episode 03 - "Just Who Is The Best Captain in Star Trek?"

    NOTE: We are aware of the audio issues with Wes's feed, but we were unable to recover it. Our apologies for the inconvenience.🖖 Who’s the BEST Captain in Star Trek? | Red Shirt Geeks x Twin Cities TrekkiesThis week on The Red Shirt Geeks, Mike, Lars, and Patrick boldly go where every fan has gone before—into the ultimate debate: Who is the BEST Captain in all of Star Trek? Joining the crew is special guest host Wes Huntington from Twin Cities Trekkies, bringing his encyclopedic Trek knowledge and strong opinions to the table.From Kirk's swagger to Picard's diplomacy, Sisko's fire, Janeway's grit, Archer's ambition, and Burnham's evolution—no captain is safe from scrutiny as the crew ranks, debates, and defends their picks in true geek fashion.🚀 Which captain will come out on top? Who gets left behind on Ceti Alpha V?Hit that play button and engage with us in the comments—tell us YOUR favorite Trek captain and why!#StarTrek #RedShirtGeeks #BestCaptain #TwinCitiesTrekkies #TrekDebate #geekculture 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit that bell so you never miss an episode of our ongoing Star Trek retrospective!Twin Cities Trekkies Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/44JYZZS... Follow Treknicity and The Red Shirt Geeks here:DISCORD:   / discord  IG: @Treknicity   / treknicity   //   / redshirtgeeks  FB:   / redshirtgeeks  twitch:   / redshirtgeeks   - Gaming Livestreams (18+)TikTok: https://tiktok.com/treknicity // https://tiktok.com/redshirtgeeks

    3 hr

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A Star Trek and Scifi themed podcast where we explore strange new topics and seek out new likes and few followers. Boldly going where many, many podcasts have gone before, but this time with burritos...