Trek News and Views: A Star Trek Podcast

The view from the UK.

There has been much rumor and speculation about the forthcoming Star Trek series. In this episode of Trek News and Views, host Colin Higgins is joined by Donya Abramo, Steve Roberts, and Paul Wright to bring a British viewpoint to the discussion. We explore into the tidbits Fuller has revealed about the show, share out thoughts on the newest ship to grace our screens, and discuss the rumors and hearsay—which may or may not be true. Trekkies are want to speculate, and we do that in no small measure … as only Trekkies can!

Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
What We Know (00:10:31)
The USS Discovery (00:18:40)
Species Hopes (00:25:15)
A Non-Captain Lead (00:35:54)
Censor Limits (00:52:40)
Final Thoughts (01:00:32)

Host
Colin Higgins

Guests
Donya Abramo, Steve Roberts, and Paul Wright

Production
Colin Higgins (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)

HawaiiCon.

Star Trek is the focus of many conventions, but how many can claim to take place on a volcanic island? In this episode of Trek News and Views, we talk to HawaiiCon Chief Executive Officer and Convention Chair GB Hajim about the event's unique and intimate atmosphere. Whether zip-lining, snorkeling with Jonathan Frakes, beach-bumming with Walter Koenig, or just hanging at the bar with Nichelle Nichols, an experience like no other awaits you at HawaiiCon, which takes place September 15-18, 2016, at the Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Bungalows on the big island of Hawai’i. And as a non-profit, the event puts its proceeds back into the community.

Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
What's Different about HawaiiCon? (00:01:15)
The Attendees (00:03:55)
The Components (00:06:44)
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Star Trek (00:07:50)
Celebrating the Genre of Science Fiction (00:09:01)
Snorkeling with Frakes (00:11:32)
A Growing Con (00:15:55)
Learning More (00:32:55)

Hosts
Colin Higgins, Steve Roberts, and Drogyn

Guest
GB Hajim

Production
Colin Higgins (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)

Star Trek Online’s Original Series Expansion.

Fans of the 23rd century rejoiced at the recent announcement by Star Trek Online. Why? The game’s latest expansion is a playable story arc based on The Original Series.

In this episode of Trek News and Views, hosts Colin Higgins and Steve Roberts are joined by Maria Rosseau of Cryptic Studios to discuss the new expansion. Launched to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Star Trek, this new story gives players the chance to experience TOS first hand. Helm the original 1701, complete missions with iconic characters, and become part of famous episodes such as “Journey to Babel.” Maria also talks about forthcoming in-game items, as well as what it is like working with CBS and other affiliates. She even fields some questions from TNV listeners and followers.

Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
Meeting Maria (00:01:15)
The TOS Seed (00:09:42)
Spock Tribute (00:11:05)
The Voices of STO (00:12:52)
The Foundry (00:19:10)
STO on PS4 and Xbox One (00:23:49)
Enterprise in STO (00:31:23)
Race Limitations (00:33:37)
Working with CBS (00:37:19)
Future Projects (00:59:45)
Tea, Early Grey (01:08:05)

Hosts
Colin Higgins and Steve Roberts

Guest
Maria Rosseau

Production
Colin Higgins (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)

Cosplay.

Part of the fun of fandom is feeling as if you actually live in that universe—if only for a moment. That's where cosplay comes in. Today, immersing yourself in the world that you love is not only more widely accepted than ever, it's also cool.

In this episode of Trek News and Views, while host Colin Higgins takes his chances in sickbay with Dr. Crusher, co-hosts Steve Roberts and Drogyn welcome two cosplayers: Kat Sky and 10ant. Kat has a strong following and is well established in the cosplay community. 10ant has set up Cosplay Haven, a safe place where cosplayers at conventions can go if they feel they are being harassed. Join us to learn how to get the best out of this thriving scene of the convention circuit.

Hosts
Colin Higgins, Steve Roberts, and Drogyn

Production
Colin Higgins (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)

TNV Relaunch.

Just when you thought it was safe to put your headphones back on, Trek News & Views returns! In this, the first episode in nearly two and half years, we take a moment to share our vision for TNV 2.0. As part of the refit, the bridge of Trek News & Views will get a little more crowded as Colin Higgins introduces two co-hosts: Steve Roberts and Drogyn. Join us for this informal meet and greet—with a side order of Star Trek discussion—before we get down to our first full-on episode in TNV 102.

Hosts
Colin Higgins, Steve Roberts, and Drogyn

Production
Colin Higgins (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)

This week we bring you the final episode of Trek News & Views with voice messages, email, and the final discussion. Colin is joined by Daniel Proulx of Earl Grey, Mike Schindler and Max Hegel of Commentary: Trek Stars, and Trek.fm publisher and host of The Ready Room Christopher Jones for one more trip through the world of Star Trek. True to all our previous shows we go off topic here and there, but in general it’s Trek. In general. Thanks for sharing the journey with us here on Trek News & Views.

In the penultimate episode of Trek News & Views, Colin casts an eye back on the past two years and picks a few nuggets from the previous 98 shows. We go all the way back to the beginning, move forward with the first guests, and as the months pass the guests start to vary more with Robert Duncan McNeill popping up on episode 47 and the creation of the EAH. Colin also reflects on guests who are now friends and many who have become podcasters in their own right, such as our very own Matthew Rushing. 

In this episode of Trek News & Views we delve into the latest news from around the web, covering Star Trek hoodies, Star Trek Online, and a poll from StarTrek.com. Then in the feature we’re joined by Richard Evans who has created The Data Network, a new social hub akin to Twitter but aimed specifically at Trekkers. Richard tells us all about his vision for the network, what he hopes to achieve, and what users can expect from this exciting new social hub for like-minded Star Trek fans.

It’s that time of year once again when the ghosts, ghouls, and space things that go bump in the night come out to play with our crews. In this episode of Trek News & Views Colin is joined by Lorrie Sears from To The Journey, Daniel Proulx from Earl Grey, Mike and Max from Commentary: Trek Stars, and Shervin Sabeghi to discuss spooky or scary shows from across the Star Trek franchise. From “Catspaw” to “Night Terrors” and a few moments from the movies, we get you ready for Halloween Star Trek style. Along the way we encounter the usual tangents such as George Clooney selling coffee. (Don’t ask how we get there.) Plus, Dan arrives fashionably late to avoid talking about Barclay and spiders.