Emotional

This week, Fran, Tamia, and Yvette are celebrating First Contact Day by finally letting Subrina unload on those F* Vulcans. And, oh boy, does she have A LOT to say. Buckle up for a wild ride of intergalactic sass. This episode? Definitely not for the kiddos.

The explicit video version drops for Spotlight Patrons on April 9th — get ready to beam up!

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This week on Trek Geeks, we’re bringing you a special episode featuring the audio from Thursday Night Geeks, presented by FanSets! Hosts Bill and Dan sit down with the incredible Nana Visitor—best known as Major Kira Nerys on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine—for an insightful conversation about her new book, Open a Channel: A Woman’s Trek.

In this engaging discussion, Nana shares the inspiration behind her book, which highlights the stories of women who have shaped Star Trek, both on-screen and behind the scenes. She reflects on her own experiences, the groundbreaking women she interviewed, and the impact of female representation in the franchise.

Join us as we celebrate Star Trek’s trailblazing women and the powerful voices that have paved the way for future generations. Whether you’re a longtime DS9 fan or passionate about Star Trek’s legacy, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Special Bonus Episode!

Our own, Adeena Mignogna, just got back from The Cruise and is spilling the beans on all of her fun adventures! We get an inside look at what it was like to cruise with some of Trek's biggest stars and celebrate the 30th anniversary of Voyager. One day, all of us will be on this cruise together! Until then, we live happily through the stories of our intrepid and lucky co-host, Adeena!

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. Take a moment to send us an email at [email protected]

Music heard on this podcast opening is from Mikhail Smusev of SignmaMusicArt and provided by Pixabay. Listen to more of his music at: https://pixabay.com/users/sigmamusicart-36860929/

Music heard at the end of this podcast is from Ivan Ohanezov of PumpUpTheMind and provided by Pixabay. Listen to more of his music at: https://pixabay.com/users/pumpupthemind-19969411/

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"Let’s Talk Mess"

This week, Subrina, Tamia, and Yvette welcome the talented M'Shai S. Dash, an award-winning Muslim author, writer, and speaker from Washington, D.C. Known for her work on transforming adversity into purpose, Afrofuturism, and the power of storytelling, M'Shai joined us to promote her new book. But it quickly turned into a joyful session of “talking mess,” filled with witty banter and serious insights. Tune in for a fun, yet thoughtful conversation on art, activism, and social justice!
Her recent releases are a volume of poetry called Woman In Sujud, and Quirky Black Sci-Fi Tales: Volume II, the second installment in her debut sci-fi series.

Find and Follow M’Shai S. Dash:
https://mshaidash.com/
 IG: https://www.instagram.com/mmmshai/ Books by M’Shai S. Dash: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=m'shai+dash&crid=1JML317YEVQWZ&sprefix=m'shai+dash,aps,68&ref=nb_sb_noss

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The One and Only

Tracee Cocco (Actress | Stunt Woman | Model | Lt. Jae on Star Trek TNG & Movies | DS9, Voyager, Baywatch, Demolition Man, Night Mistress, Assassins Apprentice 2 and many more) joins us for a fun and energetic conversation about her time in Trek and other things she has been involved with throughout her career. We had an absolute blast getting to know Tracee and hearing her stories! You might just fall in love with her like we did on this episode of The BIG Sci-Fi Podcast!

Learn more about Tracee: http://traceeleecocco.com/

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. Take a moment to send us an email at [email protected]

Music heard on this podcast opening is from Mikhail Smusev of SignmaMusicArt and provided by Pixabay. Listen to more of his music at: https://pixabay.com/users/sigmamusicart-36860929/

Music heard at the end of this podcast is from Ivan Ohanezov of PumpUpTheMind and provided by Pixabay. Listen to more of his music at: https://pixabay.com/users/pumpupthemind-19969411/

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The 2011 Sci-Fi/Western Film

Saddle up your horses as we take you on an adventure unlike any other! Remember that time when cowboys had to fight off...aliens? That's right! Cowboys & Aliens has a stellar cast, but does it have a stellar plotline? Find out what our cowboys and cowgirl think about this unique science fiction movie!

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. Take a moment to send us an email at [email protected]

Music heard on this podcast opening is from Mikhail Smusev of SignmaMusicArt and provided by Pixabay. Listen to more of his music at: https://pixabay.com/users/sigmamusicart-36860929/

Music heard at the end of this podcast is from Ivan Ohanezov of PumpUpTheMind and provided by Pixabay. Listen to more of his music at: https://pixabay.com/users/pumpupthemind-19969411/

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! www.teepublic.com/thebigscifipodcast

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

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https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brian-Donahue/author/B0C3BQ93VD

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Follow her on Substack here: https://beyondthedroid.substack.com

Down for the Cause

This week Subrina, Tamia and Fran welcome the talented and award-winning actor Ronnie Rowe Jr. Known for his role as the Communications Officer on Star Trek: Discovery, Ronnie carries on the legacy of Nichelle Nichols’ iconic character, Nyota Uhura, from the Original Series. From his portrayal of the Black Prince in a Hallmark Christmas movie to playing a Pullman Porter in the critically acclaimed series The Porter, Ronnie’s diverse career is a must-hear. Plus, with his 2017 Best Actor award for Black Cop at the Vancouver Film Critics Circle, you won’t want to miss his insights and stories. Tune in and listen to this incredible journey!
 Find and Follow Ronnie Rowe Jr:
 IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1775597/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ronnierowejr/ Watch “The Porter” (free trial): https://www.bet.plus/shows/the-porter

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Multi-Genre Author

The talented author Greg Cox joins us this week to discuss is work in the world of Trek novelizations, and many of the other genres he has written for over the years! He has a new Star Trek book out called Lost To Eternity. We had a great time listening to his stories about his life, writing, and his love for Trek!

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. Take a moment to send us an email at [email protected]

Music heard on this podcast opening is from Mikhail Smusev of SignmaMusicArt and provided by Pixabay. Listen to more of his music at: https://pixabay.com/users/sigmamusicart-36860929/

Music heard at the end of this podcast is from Ivan Ohanezov of PumpUpTheMind and provided by Pixabay. Listen to more of his music at: https://pixabay.com/users/pumpupthemind-19969411/

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! www.teepublic.com/thebigscifipodcast

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

Subscribe for free to Brian's Substack page where he writes original science fiction and fantasy: https://bdonahue.substack.com/

Find Adeena's books here: https://crazyrobot.myshopify.com/

Follow her on Substack here: https://beyondthedroid.substack.com

The 2011 Film

We are stepping into the ring this week with the 2011 film, starring Hugh Jackman, Real Steel! It's about to get real as our crew discusses this boxing film with a sci-fi twist! Get ready to rumble because the action on this week's episode is fast and fun!

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. Take a moment to send us an email at [email protected]

Music heard on this podcast opening is from Mikhail Smusev of SignmaMusicArt and provided by Pixabay. Listen to more of his music at: https://pixabay.com/users/sigmamusicart-36860929/

Music heard at the end of this podcast is from Ivan Ohanezov of PumpUpTheMind and provided by Pixabay. Listen to more of his music at: https://pixabay.com/users/pumpupthemind-19969411/

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! www.teepublic.com/thebigscifipodcast

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

Subscribe for free to Brian's Substack page where he writes original science fiction and fantasy: https://bdonahue.substack.com/

Find Adeena's books here: https://crazyrobot.myshopify.com/

Follow her on Substack here: https://beyondthedroid.substack.com

Sisterhood in Action

The Sistas recorded this episode with the amazing Linda Park right after the 2024 U.S. elections. It’s a continuation of a deeper, more emotional sister talk we had before the show. We dive into our love for Hoshi Sato, what it was like growing up as an immigrant, and our unforgettable experiences on the Star Trek Cruise. Huge thanks to Linda for sharing her heart with us. We hope this conversation resonates with you as much as it did with us.



Find and Follow Linda Park:
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0971133/


IG: https://www.instagram.com/reallindapark/?hl=en



“The Power of Myth” by Joseph Campbell https://www.thriftbooks.com/series/joseph-campbell-and-power-of-myth/78106/

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