The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast

By Brian Donahue

Season 4 is a wrap! As we prepare for next season, we offer our traditional "Shorts" as in-between season content. This time around we have authored our own science fiction flash stories! First up: Starry Night by Brian Donahue. Brian gives a dramatic reading of his story that had to include four agreed upon elements (Vincent Van Gogh, Jolly Rancher, dump truck, and polygon). Each story had to be no longer than 1000 words. Sit back in your comfy chair and enjoy story time on The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast!

This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love to hear your feedback, suggestions, and ideas. Just take a moment to send us an email at [email protected].

Contemporary Trek Novelists

Set your phasers to 'enlightened' as we navigate the vast Star Trek Litverse with two of Trek’s contemporary novelists: Dayton Ward and Keith DeCandido! From Federation politics what happened to our fave characters after their shows ended, dive deep into the prose of the final frontier with these two sci-fi scribes. Whether you're a Starfleet veteran or just starting your Trek, this episode offers a literary warp drive through Star Trek's most compelling written adventures.

This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love to hear your feedback, suggestions, and ideas. Just take a moment to send us an email at [email protected].

Check our podcast out and learn more about the other great podcasts on the network by visiting trekgeeks.com.

We've got the merch! If you want BIG Sci-Fi swag, check out this link and support us by wearing us everywhere you go!

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Check out all of our social links in one place:

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Check out Cris' amazing YouTube channel for Trek content galore:

https://www.youtube.com/@yellingaboutstartrek1532

Check out Brian's new book available at Amazon for Kindle and in paperback:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brian-Donahue/author/B0C3BQ93VD?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Also, check out Brian's exciting new serialized science fiction story 'Planet Zero' and subscribe for free to receive new chapters as they're posted: https://bdonahue.substack.com/

Check out Adeena's website for more about her book series, career, and science:

https://adeenamignogna.com/

Where science fiction meets comedy

In this electrifying episode of The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast, we step into the paranormal world of the supernatural comedy classic that captured the hearts of audiences and defined a generation: "Ghostbusters."

Grab your proton pack and join us for a nostalgia-filled journey through the world of "Ghostbusters," where science fiction meets comedy, and paranormal activity has never been this hilarious. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a first-time watcher, this episode is sure to leave you with a smile and a craving for marshmallows.

We're talking about the film that proved that "Who you gonna call?" is a question with only one answer!

This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love to hear your feedback, suggestions, and ideas. Just take a moment to send us an email at [email protected].

Check our podcast out and learn more about the other great podcasts on the network by visiting trekgeeks.com.

We've got the merch! If you want BIG Sci-Fi swag, check out this link and support us by wearing us everywhere you go!

https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-big-sci-fi-podcast

Check out all of our social links in one place:

https://linktr.ee/thebigscifipodcast

Check out Cris' amazing YouTube channel for Trek content galore:

https://www.youtube.com/@yellingaboutstartrek1532

Check out Brian's new book available at Amazon for Kindle and in paperback:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brian-Donahue/author/B0C3BQ93VD?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Check out Adeena's website for more about her book series, career, and science:

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Science Fiction Author

John Scalzi joins us for part 2 of our discussion on The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast! Whether you've devoured his classics like 'Old Man's War' or are a 'Redshirts' rookie, don't miss our candid chat with this master of sci-fi. In an episode that's as expansive as Scalzi's own universe, we sift through the layers of Scalzi's brain to uncover what makes one of today's most compelling sci-fi creators tick.

This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love to hear your feedback, suggestions, and ideas. Just take a moment to send us an email at [email protected].

Check our podcast out and learn more about the other great podcasts on the network by visiting trekgeeks.com.

We've got the merch! If you want BIG Sci-Fi swag, check out this link and support us by wearing us everywhere you go!
https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-big-sci-fi-podcast

Check out all of our social links in one place:
https://linktr.ee/thebigscifipodcast

Check out Cris' amazing YouTube channel for Trek content galore:
https://www.youtube.com/@yellingaboutstartrek1532

Check out Brian's new book available at Amazon for Kindle and in paperback:
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brian-Donahue/author/B0C3BQ93VD?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Check out Adeena's website for more about her book series, career, and science:
https://adeenamignogna.com/

Science Fiction Author

Prepare for a literary launch to the stars as John Scalzi joins us on The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast! Whether you've devoured his classics like 'Old Man's War' or are a 'Redshirts' rookie, don't miss our candid chat with this master of sci-fi. In an episode that's as expansive as Scalzi's own universe, we sift through the layers of Scalzi's brain to uncover what makes one of today's most compelling sci-fi creators tick.

This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love to hear your feedback, suggestions, and ideas. Just take a moment to send us an email at [email protected].

Check our podcast out and learn more about the other great podcasts on the network by visiting trekgeeks.com.

We've got the merch! If you want BIG Sci-Fi swag, check out this link and support us by wearing us everywhere you go!

Check out all of our social links in one place:
https://linktr.ee/thebigscifipodcast

Check out Cris' amazing YouTube channel for Trek content galore:
https://www.youtube.com/@yellingaboutstartrek1532

Check out Brian's new book available at Amazon for Kindle and in paperback:
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brian-Donahue/author/B0C3BQ93VD?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Check out Adeena's website for more about her book series, career, and science:
https://adeenamignogna.com/

Exploring one of the most highly developed characters in all of Trek

Are you ready to top into your emotional core and empathize like a half-Betazoid? Join The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast for a heartfelt episode, where we celebrate the amazingly multidimensional character: Deanna Troi. From her vital role as a member of the bridge crew and counselor to the USS Enterprise-D, to her adventures throughout the alpha quadrant, we're covering it all. This is the episode where we go deep into discussions surrounding one of Star Trek's most intelligent, well-rounded, intuitive, and emotionally insightful characters. Tune in, and let's raise a chocolate sundae to Counselor Troi!

This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love to hear your feedback, suggestions, and ideas. Just take a moment to send us an email at [email protected].

Check our podcast out and learn more about the other great podcasts on the network by visiting trekgeeks.com.

We've got the merch! If you want BIG Sci-Fi swag, check out this link and support us by wearing us everywhere you go!

Check out all of our social links in one place:

https://linktr.ee/thebigscifipodcast

Check out Cris' amazing YouTube channel for Trek content galore:

https://www.youtube.com/@yellingaboutstartrek1532

Check out Brian's new book available at Amazon for Kindle and in paperback:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brian-Donahue/author/B0C3BQ93VD?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Check out Adeena's website for more about her book series, career, and science:

https://adeenamignogna.com/

The most "out of the box" Trek season ever?

Engage those curiosity engines, Trek fans! This is our recap of the second season of "Strange New Worlds." We're unpacking characters, dissecting plots, and getting into the nitty-gritty of crossovers and musicals.

It's the recap you didn't know you needed, but like a Tribble, you won't be able to resist!

This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love to hear your feedback, suggestions, and ideas. Just take a moment to send us an email at [email protected].

Check our podcast out and learn more about the other great podcasts on the network by visiting trekgeeks.com.

We've got merch! That's right! You can now buy BIG Sci-Fi Podcast swag! Check it out:

https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-big-sci-fi-podcast

Check out all of our social links in one place:

https://linktr.ee/thebigscifipodcast

Check out Cris' amazing YouTube channel for Trek content galore:

https://www.youtube.com/@yellingaboutstartrek1532

Check out Brian's new book available at Amazon for Kindle and in paperback:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brian-Donahue/author/B0C3BQ93VD?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Check out Adeena's website for more about her book series, career, and science:

https://adeenamignogna.com/

Update on the SAG-AFTRA & WGA Strike

John Billingsley, Jonathan Del Arco, and Natalia Castellanos joined us this week to give us an update on the SAG-AFTRA & WGA strikes, as well as to promote a very special picket line event September the 8th called United We Trek! You don't want to miss this incredibly informative episode as we hear first-hand what's happening on the ground.

The east coast event is happening in New York City and the west cost event in happening in Hollywood. See episode graphic and our Facebook page for details on how you can be a part of this historic event! Also, there is a letter writing campaign happening! See our Facebook page for all the details on how you can participate!

Google Drive link for info on letter writing campaign: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NoOUPICe1I3xKKSFItejxvol7SNB0Rmk/edit?fbclid=IwAR2OKy6PEtBCeLwRQTzKztAtK6MDqxn-6NdkEg9qW4cypgxB8jpnJJVsa0U

This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love to hear your feedback, suggestions, and ideas. Just take a moment to send us an email at [email protected].

Check our podcast out and learn more about the other great podcasts on the network by visiting trekgeeks.com.

Check out all of our social links in one place:

https://linktr.ee/thebigscifipodcast

Check out Cris' amazing YouTube channel for Trek content galore:

https://www.youtube.com/@yellingaboutstartrek1532

Check out Brian's new book available at Amazon for Kindle and in paperback:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brian-Donahue/author/B0C3BQ93VD?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Check out Adeena's website for more about her book series, career, and science:

https://adeenamignogna.com/

A Look Back at an Often Overlooked Trek Film

Star Trek: Insurrection is a film most TNG fans never got particularly excited about. It's probably not on anyone's top 5 favorite Trek films, however, it's probably better than you remember! In this hysterical and out of control episode, our crew, having recently re-watched the film, discuss its highs and lows with fresh perspective. You don't want to miss a single moment of this week's episode because it is filled with tons of banter back and forth about what our crew loves and could live without when it comes to the 1998 film, Star Trek: Insurrection.

This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love to hear your feedback, suggestions, and ideas. Just take a moment to send us an email at [email protected].

Check our podcast out and learn more about the other great podcasts on the network by visiting trekgeeks.com.

Check out all of our social links in one place:

https://linktr.ee/thebigscifipodcast

Check out Cris' amazing YouTube channel for Trek content galore:

https://www.youtube.com/@yellingaboutstartrek1532

Check out Brian's new book available at Amazon for Kindle and in paperback:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brian-Donahue/author/B0C3BQ93VD?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Check out Adeena's website for more about her book series, career, and science:

https://adeenamignogna.com/

Long-time Planetary Radio Host

Get ready for a cosmic journey like no other! This episode of The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast is about to launch you into an interstellar conversation with none other than Mat Kaplan. With a 20-year legacy as the voice behind Planetary Radio up through the end of 2022, and his current role steering the comms ship at The Planetary Society, Mat's insights are truly out of this world. So, prep your listening gear for a space odyssey of words and wonders.

https://www.planetary.org

Join the Planetary Society at: https://www.planetary.org/membership

This podcast is a proud part of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network and works hard to bring you great content from all over the science fiction universe. We would love to hear your feedback, suggestions, and ideas. Just take a moment to send us an email at [email protected].

Check our podcast out and learn more about the other great podcasts on the network by visiting trekgeeks.com.

Check out all of our social links in one place:
https://linktr.ee/thebigscifipodcast

Check out Cris' amazing YouTube channel for Trek content galore:
https://www.youtube.com/@yellingaboutstartrek1532

Check out Brian's new book available at Amazon for Kindle and in paperback:
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brian-Donahue/author/B0C3BQ93VD?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Check out Adeena's website for more about her book series, career, and science:
https://adeenamignogna.com/