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Positively Trek

Positively Trek Podcasts

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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64:51

The Lower Decks Trailer is Here!

Positively Trek ·

2020/07/14

We finally have a trailer for the upcoming Star Trek: Lower Decks! Let’s talk about that. Plus, we have information about Star Trek panels at ComicCon@Home, streaming directly to YouTube on July 23rd. We also talk about a recent panel discussion at the Shore Leave 41.5 online convention about Strange New Worlds. What can we expect from the newest addition to the Star Trek Universe? Plus: news and information from all corners of the world of Trek for the week of July 13th. Star Trek: Lower Decks

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52:22

Taking Comfort From Star Trek in the Age of COVID

Positively Trek ·

2020/07/07

It turns out that Star Trek fans are everywhere! On this week’s episode of Positively Trek, Dan and Bruce welcome Dr. Brian Goldman, an ER doctor, healthcare pundit, author, and radio host to the show. We discuss his fandom, what people can do to stay safe in the age of COVID, the special role that the music of Star Trek has played in his life, his show White Coat, Black Art and podcast The Dose, and his recent book, The Power of Kindness: Why Empathy Is Essential in Everyday Life. In the news

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36:18

Cloudy With a Chance of Temporal Anomalies

Positively Trek ·

2020/06/30

This week on Positively Trek, Bruce and Dan are joined by KMEG’s Katie Nickolaou, Meteorologist for Siouxland News At Sunrise. The creator of the Fandom Forecasts, Katie is a huge fan of Star Trek and has had the joy of integrating her love of fandoms into her work as a meteorologist. We talk about her famous Fandom Forecasts, how Star Trek has influenced her life, and her excitement for what is to come in the world of Trek. News this week includes the announcement of where Star Trek: Lower Decks

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36:27

Exploring Alternate Worlds with The Templin Institute

Positively Trek ·

2020/06/23

Since 2017, The Templin Institute has been exploring alternate worlds every week on their YouTube channel. These include deep dives into the universe of Star Trek, with videos detailing The Romulan Empire, the Klingon Empire, Jean-Luc Picard, and many, many more! Joining us this week on Positively Trek is Marc, part of the team behind The Templin Institute. He shares with us the genesis of his channel, his process of creating videos, some favorites from over the years, and what is coming up on the

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33:34

“You Can’t Be Afraid of the Wind”

Positively Trek ·

2020/06/16

In this episode of Positively Trek, Bruce and Dan are joined by recent high school graduate Carly McDonald to talk about how Star Trek has influenced her life. We discuss how she became a fan, how she celebrates her fandom with her friends, her plans for post-secondary school at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and how her love of Star Trek has shaped the person she has become. At the top of the show, we talk about the recent release of Star Trek: Short Treks on blu-ray, an amazing fan

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28:31

Where is Prime Lorca?

Positively Trek ·

2020/06/09

In this episode of Positively Trek, Dan and Bruce talk about the news for the week of June 8th, including the rescheduling and relocating of the annual Star Trek Las Vegas Convention and an interview on the Empire Film Podcast with Star Trek: Discovery’s Jason Isaacs on the possibility of his return to the Trek universe. We also discuss the return of Star Trek comics to the publication schedule! Star Trek Las Vegas Convention Moves To December And New Venue:

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35:31

Ryan’s “Star Trek INtakes”

Positively Trek ·

2020/06/02

The inclusion of the gag reels on the Star Trek: TNG blu-ray releases was a welcome addition to those collections. For one Star Trek fan, watching those bloopers gave him a genius idea for a few clever re-edits of scenes from the episodes. In this episode, Bruce and Dan welcome Ryan of “Ryan’s Edits” to the show to discuss his “Star Trek INtakes” videos, which have recently been taking the internet by storm. We talk about his process, what each edit entails, and how he initially became a fan of Star

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33:25

Crystal Allen - Enterprise's "D'Nesh"

Positively Trek ·

2020/05/26

In Star Trek: Enterprise’s fourth season, the infamous green Orion women were re-introduced, most notably in the episode “Bound.” Crystal Allen, a familiar face on many network television shows, guest-starred as the dangerous and alluring D’Nesh, and we are honored to have her on Positively Trek as our first guest ever! In this episode, Dan and Bruce talk with Crystal about her role as D’Nesh, her experiences on Of Gods and Men with Tim Russ, and get the word out about her charitable efforts to

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36:05

New Series! Star Trek: Strange New Worlds

Positively Trek ·

2020/05/19

It's not often that a new Star Trek series is announced, but it's happening more often these days! The long-anticipated Captain Pike series has been OFFICIALLY announced by CBS! In this episode of Positively Trek, Dan and Bruce discuss the announcement and speculate on what we might see in the new series. We also report on other news in the Trek world for the week of May 18th, including an update on the current status of Star Trek: Discovery's third season. Show

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35:52

Unanswered Questions: Origin of the Borg?

Positively Trek ·

2020/05/12

This week, Bruce and Dan take a look at another unanswered question from Star Trek: What is the origin of the Borg? In the news segment, we talk about online virtual conventions and discuss the Star Trek INtakes videos! Star Trek INtakes: https://www.youtube.com/user/powellr711 Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628 Twitter: http://twitter.com/positivelytrek Facebook:

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34:05

Unanswered Questions: Who is Future Guy?

Positively Trek ·

2020/05/05

Star Trek is filled with unanswered questions. This week, Dan and Bruce take a look at one such mystery from Enterprise: just who the heck was Future Guy? Not much for news this week, so the entire episode is our discussion of this vexing topic! Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628 Twitter: http://twitter.com/positivelytrek Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/561279797782106/ Hosts: Dan Gunther &

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30:39

The Romulan War Starring Scarlett Johansson

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2020/04/28

Star Trek has traditionally been more successful on television than in film. However, Star Trek films will always be a part of the franchise. What is the formula for making a successful Trek film? If the Kelvin Timeline isn’t continued, what can take its place and be a box office powerhouse? In this episode of Positively Trek, Bruce and Dan discuss their ideas for where to take the Star Trek film franchise next. And in the news, we talk about Chris Pine’s new role in The Saint. Show page:

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31:55

Star Trek Almost Killed Negan

Positively Trek ·

2020/04/21

Star Trek has featured many memorable guest stars over the years. On the heels of an interview with Rosario Dawson who wants a role in Trek, Dan and Bruce discuss a number of notable famous guest stars throughout Star Trek’s history. In the news this week, we talk about the release of a new novel, the cancellation of SDCC 2020, LeVar Burton’s hints at a role for Geordi in season two of Picard, Garrett Wang & Robert Duncan McNeill’s new Voyager rewatch podcast, and the aforementioned interview

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34:07

You Are Not Alone

Positively Trek ·

2020/04/14

The world is a bit of a jumbled mess at the moment. Times are scary, and many of us are completely out of our element. In this episode of Positively Trek, Bruce and Dan talk about what this means for us as fans of Star Trek, and what we do to keep the anxiety at bay. In the news this week, we talk about the delays from IDW on the latest Star Trek comics, and talk about some cool Star Trek puzzles that may help to occupy our time in social isolation. Show page:

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31:48

But Is He Still Picard?

Positively Trek ·

2020/04/07

The season finale of Star Trek: Picard has ignited debate in some corners of Trek fandom. When is someone no longer a person? Is the “new” Picard the “same” Picard? Listen as two hosts with not a whit of experience in philosophical debate try to suss out these questions! In the news this week, we talk about revelations from Star Trek: Discovery composer Jeff Russo on the current state of the post-production work on that series. Show page: http://positivelytrek.libsyn.com/ Apple Podcasts:

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28:22

Quarantined Without Picard

Positively Trek ·

2020/03/31

Star Trek: Picard is done! Bruce and Dan give their final thoughts on the series, and lament being stuck at home with no new Trek on television. In the news this week, we report on possible delays with Star Trek: Discovery and Lower Decks with regards to COVID-19, talk about an upcoming book, and the update of The Almighty Star Trek Lit-verse Reading Order Flow Chart on The Trek Collective. Hosts Dan GuntherBruce Gibson Production Dan Gunther (Editor and Producer) Bruce Gibson

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32:40

Romulans Battling Flowers

Positively Trek ·

2020/03/24

Star Trek: Picard is hurtling toward its final episode! Dan and Bruce give their thoughts on the latest episode, and give you our predictions for the finale. Warning for spoilers up to and including the Picard episode “Et in Arcadia Ego, Part 1.” In the news this week, we report on the upcoming home video release of Short Treks and the special guest announcement for this summer’s Las Vegas convention! Subscribe for more exciting discussion about Star Trek, with special guests and more! Pre-order

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35:36

Putting Pieces Back Together

Positively Trek ·

2020/03/17

As Star Trek fans, we’ve been closely watching Star Trek: Picard. In many ways, it is a departure from Star Trek’s usual way of telling stories, but in other ways, it feels very much like a continuation of the universe we know and love. What are our thoughts on this newest Trek series? Take a listen and find out! Show page: http://www.positivelytrek.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628 Twitter: http://twitter.com/positivelytrekFacebook:

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45:53

The Aliens Look Like Romans

Positively Trek ·

2020/03/08

Let’s take a look at Bruce Gibson’s fandom! In this episode of Positively Trek, Dan and Bruce explore what turned Bruce into a fan of Star Trek. From his early days watching that weird show where the aliens look like Romans or cowboys, to his current role as a Trek podcaster, Bruce has long been a fan of Trek. How did he get from there to here? Subscribe for more exciting discussion about Star Trek, with special guests and more!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out:

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38:36

This is Your Star Trek Life!

Positively Trek ·

2020/03/08

How did Dan Gunther become a Star Trek fan? In this episode of Positively Trek, Bruce and Dan take a deep dive into Dan’s fandom and discover why Star Trek is his greatest love. From the early days watching TOS on Saturday mornings to co-hosting Literary Treks and talking Trek on YouTube, Star Trek has played a huge role in Dan’s life. Subscribe for more Positively Trek, coming soon!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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