Positively Trek

Positively Trek Podcasts
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Trek experts Dan and Barry discuss a variety of Trek topics, often with special guests! We want to share our love of the Star Trek universe, and celebrate how it has touched our lives. We also cover news and reviews of all new Star Trek shows and films!

  1. A Victim of the Culture Wars? Or Something Else?

    2 DAYS AGO

    A Victim of the Culture Wars? Or Something Else?

    Positively Trek 336: A Victim of the Culture Wars? Or Something Else? Our Thoughts on the Cancellation of Starfleet Academy, the People Currently in Charge of Star Trek, and the State of the World Kind of a mixed bag in this episode of Positively Trek, as hosts Barry and Dan look around at the remnants of the Star Trek universe in the wake of the cancellation of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, which now joins Discovery, Prodigy, Lower Decks, and Strange New Worlds in the pile of Trek series cut down before what should have been their ends. We also talk about the current folks in charge of our beloved franchise, what they have to do with the current state of the real world, and opine on what the future of the Star Trek universe might bring. Full text of the letter from Alex Kurtzman and Noga Landau on the cancellation of Starfleet Academy: https://www.reddit.com/r/startrek/comments/1s5hnfw/a_letter_from_alex_kurtzman_and_noga_landau_about/ Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrek Help 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. Chapters Opening (00:00:00) The End of Starfleet Academy (00:02:07) Patreon Shout Out (00:26:10) The People in Charge - An Indictment (00:26:50) A Few Thoughts on Alex Kurtzman (00:36:32) Star Trek’s Immediate Future (00:42:56) Final Thoughts (00:58:05) Closing (01:01:25)    Hosts Dan Gunther Barry DeFord Production Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer) Barry DeFord (Producer) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1hr 3min
  2. Both Kirk & Mariner are One-Man Armies!

    1 APR

    Both Kirk & Mariner are One-Man Armies!

    Positively Trek 335: Both Kirk & Mariner are One-Man Armies! March 2026’s Star Trek Comics In Star Trek: Lower Decks #17, the Cerritos crew is on a mission to recover their lost away team, feared killed by dangerous aggressors. Meanwhile, in Star Trek: The Last Starship #6, the Federation may be on its last legs as one of their own betrays them in service of her own ambitions: The Emerald Chain. In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Brandi take a look at both Star Trek comics that came out in March. We share our thoughts on the stories and our hopes for the future of both series. Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrek Help 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. Chapters Opening (00:00:00) Star Trek: Lower Decks #17 (00:02:08) Patreon Shout Out (00:17:51) Star Trek: The Last Starship #6 (00:18:31) Final Thoughts (00:31:09) Next Month (00:32:42) Closing (00:34:56)    Hosts Dan Gunther Brandi Jackola Production Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer) Barry DeFord (Producer) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    37 min
  3. The Olatunde Twist

    16 MAR

    The Olatunde Twist

    Positively Trek 334: The Olatunde Twist Season Finale! “Rubincon” - Star Trek: Starfleet Academy S1E10 After ten episodes, the season finale of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is, sadly, here. In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan, Brandi, and Barry discuss “Rubincon,” the season finale of Starfleet Academy’s freshman year! We talk about the cadets aboard the Athena, Nus Braka’s ultimate plan, and our thoughts on how the season stuck the landing. Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrek Kertrats Productions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KertratsP Video version of this discussion: https://youtube.com/live/-yTmceh-HV4 Help 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. Chapters Opening (00:00:00) “Rubincon” Part 1 (00:02:46) Patreon Shout Out (00:47:38) “Rubincon” Part 2 (00:48:18) Closing (01:23:48)    Hosts Dan Gunther Barry DeFord Brandi Jackola Production Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer) Barry DeFord (Producer) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1hr 28min
  4. Well, that’s a design flaw!

    9 MAR

    Well, that’s a design flaw!

    Positively Trek 333: Well, that’s a design flaw! “300th Night” - Star Trek: Starfleet Academy S1E09 In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan, Barry, and Brandi discuss “300th Night,” the penultimate episode of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’s first season. We talk about found families, Caleb’s mom, Captain Ake’s determination to keep her promises, and the set up for next week’s season finale! Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrek Kertrats Productions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KertratsP Video version of this discussion: https://youtube.com/live/h0NZH_-m2Lw Help 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. Chapters Opening (00:00:00) “300th Night” Part 1 (00:03:23) Patreon Shout Out (00:32:08) “300th Night” Part 2 (00:32:48) Closing (01:00:48)    Hosts Dan Gunther Barry DeFord Brandi Jackola Production Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer) Barry DeFord (Producer) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1hr 4min
  5. It was 800 years ago. It was yesterday.

    1 MAR

    It was 800 years ago. It was yesterday.

    Positively Trek 332: It was 800 years ago. It was yesterday. “The Life of the Stars” - Star Trek: Starfleet Academy S1E08 Starfleet Academy’s youngest cadet’s life is at risk, and it’s up to The Doctor to step up to save her. Meanwhile, Tarima Sadal returns, and she’s not doing well. Can a visiting Lieutenant Tilly bring her back to herself? In this episode of Positively Unready, hosts Dan, Barry, and Brandi are discussing “The Life of the Stars,” episode 8 of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy! Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrek Kertrats Productions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KertratsP Video version of this discussion: https://youtube.com/live/EEI_X_0PtvA Help 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. Chapters Opening (00:00:00) “The Life of the Stars” Part 1 (00:01:07) Patreon Shout Out (00:39:21) “The Life of the Stars” Part 2 (00:40:01) Closing (01:17:07)    Hosts Dan Gunther Barry DeFord Brandi Jackola Production Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer) Barry DeFord (Producer) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1hr 18min
  6. The Federation’s Delicates

    28 FEB

    The Federation’s Delicates

    Positively Trek 331: The Federation’s Delicates Star Trek Comics: February 2026 It’s the end of the month once again! In this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Dan and Brandi discuss the Star Trek comics that came out in February. We talk about Star Trek: Voyager: Homecoming #5, the conclusion of the miniseries. We also discuss Star Trek: Lower Decks #16, Star Trek: The Last Starship #5, and the one-shot special issue, Star Trek Deviations: Threads of Destiny! Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrek Help 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. Chapters Opening (00:00:00) Star Trek: Voyager: Homecoming #5 (00:01:21) Star Trek: Lower Decks #16 (00:21:22) Patreon Shout Out (00:35:42) Star Trek: The Last Starship #5 (00:36:22) Star Trek Deviations: Threads of Destiny (00:54:33) Final Thoughts (01:10:22) Closing (01:14:50)    Hosts Dan Gunther Brandi Jackola Production Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer) Barry DeFord (Producer) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1hr 16min
  7. The Holdovers: Starfleet Academy Edition

    22 FEB

    The Holdovers: Starfleet Academy Edition

    Positively Trek 330: The Holdovers: Starfleet Academy Edition “Ko’Zeine” - Star Trek: Starfleet Academy S1E07 One cadet must choose between a future with Starfleet and a future as leader of his world. Another cadet faces her past decisions and risks everything to cover up a mistake. In this episode of Positively Unready, Dan and Brandi are discussing “Ko’Zeine,” episode seven of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy! Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrek Kertrats Productions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KertratsP Video version of this discussion: https://youtube.com/live/JAgylTVkCj4 Help 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. Chapters Opening (00:00:00) “Ko’Zeine” Part 1 (00:02:30) Patreon Shout Out (00:32:20) “Ko’Zeine” Part 2 (00:33:00) Closing (00:52:45)    Hosts Dan Gunther Brandi Jackola Production Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer) Barry DeFord (Producer) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    56 min
  8. Tiny Fireflies

    15 FEB

    Tiny Fireflies

    Positively Trek 329: Tiny Fireflies “Come, Let’s Away” - Star Trek: Starfleet Academy S1E06 This week, Positively Unready is taking a look at “Come, Let’s Away,” episode 6 of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. Dan, Brandi, and Barry discuss the acting tour de force from Holly Hunter and Paul Giamatti, the tragic events aboard the USS Miyazaki, and the potential fallout for the rest of the season. Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/positivelytrek.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrek Kertrats Productions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KertratsP Video version of this discussion: https://youtube.com/live/qclppT_7KMo Help 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. Chapters “Come, Let’s Away” Discussion (00:00:00) Patreon Shout Out (00:40:55) “Come, Let’s Away” Discussion Part 2 (00:41:35) Closing (01:09:56)    Hosts Dan Gunther Brandi Jackola Barry DeFord Production Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer) Barry DeFord (Producer) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1hr 12min
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Trek experts Dan and Barry discuss a variety of Trek topics, often with special guests! We want to share our love of the Star Trek universe, and celebrate how it has touched our lives. We also cover news and reviews of all new Star Trek shows and films!

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  • Creator
    Positively Trek Podcasts
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    336
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2022 Positively Trek Podcasts
  • Show Website
    Positively Trek

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