Strange New Pod | A Star Trek Podcast

Strange New Pod

Boldly celebrating five years of Trek fandom, Strange New Pod continues its mission into year six and beyond—exploring the past, present, and future of Star Trek with insight, humor, and heart. From legacy series to the latest episodes, deep-dive discussions to special guests, we engage every corner of the Final Frontier. Whether you're a lifelong fan or a curious newcomer, there's always a place for you in this ever-expanding universe.

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Yesterday · 54 min
Star Trek Strange New Worlds | Season 4, Episode 3 "Human Best Friend" Review
Join us this week this Thursday at 6.30pm PT / 9.30pm PT for our review of Star Trek Strange New Worlds 403 Human Best Friend : Shore leave on a pleasure planet turns dangerous when the crew's promised escape stops behaving like fun... √ SUPPORT » Patreon / strangenewpod » Kofi https://ko-fi.com/strangenewpod √ FOLLOW » Instagram / strangenewpod » Thread https://www.threads.net/@strangenewpod » Blue Sky https://bsky.app/profile/strangenewpo... √ THE CREW » Giraffe / lyrical_girafe » Erik / erikactingout » Emcee / emceefrodis » Hawk / thehawk1701d √ STAY IN TOUCH » Discord / discord » Website www.strangenewpod.com » Email astrangenewpod@gmail.com Music Discovery by Scott Buckley | scottbuckley Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) #StarTrek #StrangeNewWorlds #StarTrekStrangeNewWorlds #SNW #ParamountPlus #Podcast Send us Fan Mail Support the show
Tuesday · 1 hr 2 min
Alpha Shift Raktajino | A Discussion with Steven Charles Jaffe
Join us for a bonus podcast interview of producer Steven-Charles Jaffe! His career spans some of the biggest names in science fiction and fantasy from Motel Hell to Ghost. Star Trek fans will know him as a producer on Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country, but his work extends far beyond the Final Frontier! In this interview, he shares stories from filming on Alaska's glaciers for the Rura Penthe sequences, working alongside legendary filmmakers, and helping bring one of Star Trek's most beloved films to life. It's a fascinating look behind the scenes at movie making, packed with memories, production insights, and the kind of stories you only hear from someone who was there. √ SUPPORT » Patreon https://patreon.com/strangenewpod » Kofi https://ko-fi.com/strangenewpod √ FOLLOW » Instagram https://instagram.com/strangenewpod » Thread https://www.threads.net/@strangenewpod » Blue Sky https://bsky.app/profile/strangenewpod.bsky.social √ THE CREW » Giraffe https://instagram.com/lyrical_girafe/ » Erik https://instagram.com/erikactingout/ » Emcee https://instagram.com/emceefrodis/ » Hawk https://instagram.com/thehawk1701d/ √ STAY IN TOUCH » Discord https://discord.gg/WJPXGBXbu » Website www.strangenewpod.com » Email astrangenewpod@gmail.com Music Discovery by Scott Buckley | scottbuckley Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) Send us Fan Mail Support the show
July 31 · 55 min
Alpha Shift Raktajino | Jurassic Trek with Dr. Ashley Poust - Strange New Worlds 401 Expert Review
Dive into paleontology and Star Trek! Did Star Trek do a good job depicting the dinosaurs? Would it be possible to knock one out with a phasers? Dr. Ashley Poust answer Giraffe's questions and brings us back to explore the First Frontier during this bonus episode reviewing the season 4 premiere of Star Trek Strange New Worlds Valles Marineris. √ SUPPORT » Patreon https://patreon.com/strangenewpod » Kofi https://ko-fi.com/strangenewpod √ FOLLOW » Instagram https://instagram.com/strangenewpod » Thread https://www.threads.net/@strangenewpod » Blue Sky https://bsky.app/profile/strangenewpod.bsky.social √ THE CREW » Giraffe https://instagram.com/lyrical_girafe/ » Erik https://instagram.com/erikactingout/ » Emcee https://instagram.com/emceefrodis/ » Hawk https://instagram.com/thehawk1701d/ √ STAY IN TOUCH » Discord https://discord.gg/WJPXGBXbu » Website www.strangenewpod.com » Email astrangenewpod@gmail.com Music Discovery by Scott Buckley | scottbuckley Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) #strangenewworlds #startrek #startrekstrangenewworlds #startreksnw #paramountplus #paleontology #scienceexplained Send us Fan Mail Support the show
July 31 · 1 hr 16 min
Star Trek Strange New Worlds | Season 4, Episode 2 "The Griffin Incident" Review
Join the SNP crew this Thursday at 6.30pm PT / 9.30pm ET to review the second episode of Star Trek Strange New Worlds season 4 : The Griffin Incident written by Robbie Thompson and directed Axelle Carolyn. √ SUPPORT » Patreon https://patreon.com/strangenewpod » Kofi https://ko-fi.com/strangenewpod √ FOLLOW » Instagram https://instagram.com/strangenewpod » Thread https://www.threads.net/@strangenewpod » Blue Sky https://bsky.app/profile/strangenewpod.bsky.social √ THE CREW » Giraffe https://instagram.com/lyrical_girafe/ » Erik https://instagram.com/erikactingout/ » Emcee https://instagram.com/emceefrodis/ » Hawk https://instagram.com/thehawk1701d/ √ STAY IN TOUCH » Discord https://discord.gg/WJPXGBXbu » Website www.strangenewpod.com » Email astrangenewpod@gmail.com Music Discovery by Scott Buckley | scottbuckley Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) #StarTrek #StrangeNewWorlds #StarTrekStrangeNewWorlds #SNW #ParamountPlus #Podcast Send us Fan Mail Support the show
July 27 · 53 min
Star Trek Universe | San Diego Comic-Con 2026 Wrap-Up with Giraffe & Karen Nelvana
Star Trek celebrated its 60th anniversary in a big way at San Diego Comic-Con, and we were there for it all! In this video, we recap everything that happened, from the Hall H panel featuring the cast of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and legendary stars from across the franchise to the Paramount+ Lodge, the Boldly Built LEGO and Magic: The Gathering activation, the Star Trek Fleet Command: 60 Years of Star Trek Archives Experience, and the official Star Trek 60th anniversary badges and merchandise. We show off all the convention goodies, including Magic: The Gathering cards, Star Trek Fleet Command trading cards, and other exclusive 60th anniversary collectibles. We talk behind-the-scenes stories from the interviews, including exclusive insights from our conversations with the stars of the 60th anniversary panel. √ SUPPORT » Patreon https://patreon.com/strangenewpod » Kofi https://ko-fi.com/strangenewpod √ FOLLOW » Instagram https://instagram.com/strangenewpod » Thread https://www.threads.net/@strangenewpod » Blue Sky https://bsky.app/profile/strangenewpod.bsky.social √ THE CREW » Giraffe https://instagram.com/lyrical_girafe/ » Erik https://instagram.com/erikactingout/ » Emcee https://instagram.com/emceefrodis/ » Hawk https://instagram.com/thehawk1701d/ √ STAY IN TOUCH » Discord https://discord.gg/WJPXGBXbu » Website www.strangenewpod.com » Email astrangenewpod@gmail.com Music Discovery by Scott Buckley | scottbuckley Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) #startrek #SDCC2026 #StrangeNewWorlds #StarTrek60th #MagicTheGathering #TheLodge #StarTrekTLego #Lego #HallH #SDCCWrapUp Send us Fan Mail Support the show
July 25 · 1 hr 11 min
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds - Season 4, Episode 1 "Valles Marineris" Review
The wait will finally be over! Star Trek Strange New Worlds is back, and Season 4 begins with Valles Marineris! After a dramatic Season 3 finale, is the crew of the Enterprise finally ready for their next adventure? Join us as we dive into our review of the Season 4 premiere, where we talk about dinosaurs, Martians, bug people and if Valles Marineris delivers the kind of Strange New Worlds adventure fans have been waiting for. √ SUPPORT » Patreon https://patreon.com/strangenewpod » Kofi https://ko-fi.com/strangenewpod √ FOLLOW » Instagram https://instagram.com/strangenewpod » Thread https://www.threads.net/@strangenewpod » Blue Sky https://bsky.app/profile/strangenewpod.bsky.social √ THE CREW » Giraffe https://instagram.com/lyrical_girafe/ » Erik https://instagram.com/erikactingout/ » Emcee https://instagram.com/emceefrodis/ » Hawk https://instagram.com/thehawk1701d/ √ STAY IN TOUCH » Discord https://discord.gg/WJPXGBXbu » Website www.strangenewpod.com » Email astrangenewpod@gmail.com Music Discovery by Scott Buckley | scottbuckley Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) Send us Fan Mail Support the show
July 17 · 1 hr 40 min
SNA: The Cries of Mars Episode 5 - "The Hunted"
In this session, The Cries of Mars takes a journey back to the Delta Quadrant to dive deep into Commander Vinar's past, uncovering the history that shaped him and his journey to the Alpha Quadrant. Back in the present aboard Thunder Bay, the crew faces the aftermath of their latest trial with Commander T'Vala as repairs are made and the wounded are tended to. Amidst the recovery, one officer sees their career trajectory take a sudden, completely unexpected path. Just as Captain Marik starts to feel good about their progress, the brief moment of peace is shattered when Thunder Bay receives a mysterious new distress call. Watch more from the series and subscribe to stay updated on the journey! 🎙 Credits: 🔹 Produced & Edited by: Julian Brown 🔹 Thunderbay Schematics & Logo: Mike Overton 🔹 Opening Credits by: Julian Brown 🔹 Intro & Outro Music: Luis Humanoide 🔹 Episode Art by: Julian Brown 🔹 Character Art by: Emcee Frodis 🔹 Jessie as Captain Nessa Marik 🔹 Simon as Commander Neldan 🔹 Rebecca as Lt. Commander Vinar 🔹 Fef as Lt. Dati Kakin 🔹 Michael as Lt. Eugene Hawk 🔹 Julian Brown as the Game Master Send us Fan Mail Support the show
July 10 · 1 hr 38 min
Strange New Worlds | Season 3 Review - Toot or Boot?
With SNW 4 right on the horizon, it is time for a SNW 3 refresher ! Before Season 4 warps onto our screens, we're looking back at Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3 one last time. Which episodes earned a toot? Which ones get the boot? What deserves a permanent place in Trek lore, and what would we happily send into the memory hole? Join the SNP crew as we revisit the season, debate our hottest takes, and decide what truly stood the test of time. √ SUPPORT » Patreon https://patreon.com/strangenewpod » Kofi https://ko-fi.com/strangenewpod √ FOLLOW » Instagram https://instagram.com/strangenewpod » Thread https://www.threads.net/@strangenewpod » Blue Sky https://bsky.app/profile/strangenewpod.bsky.social √ THE CREW » Giraffe https://instagram.com/lyrical_girafe/ » Erik https://instagram.com/erikactingout/ » Emcee https://instagram.com/emceefrodis/ » Hawk https://instagram.com/thehawk1701d/ √ STAY IN TOUCH » Discord https://discord.gg/WJPXGBXbu » Website www.strangenewpod.com » Email astrangenewpod@gmail.com Send us Fan Mail Support the show
June 26 · 53 min
Strange New Worlds | Beyond The Bridge Panel - Trek Long Island 4
Join Giraffe for a conversation with Celia Rose Gooding (Nyota Uhura), Dan Jeannotte (Sam Kirk), and Chris Myers (Ensign Gamble) as they share stories from their time on, and beyond, the bridge of the Enterprise. From behind-the-scenes moments and unforgettable adventures to the friendships and experiences they've made along the way, this is a chance to celebrate the journeys that make Strange New Worlds so special. √ SUPPORT » Patreon https://patreon.com/strangenewpod » Kofi https://ko-fi.com/strangenewpod √ FOLLOW » Instagram https://instagram.com/strangenewpod » Thread https://www.threads.net/@strangenewpod » Blue Sky https://bsky.app/profile/strangenewpod.bsky.social √ THE CREW » Giraffe https://instagram.com/lyrical_girafe/ » Erik https://instagram.com/erikactingout/ » Emcee https://instagram.com/emceefrodis/ » Hawk https://instagram.com/thehawk1701d/ √ STAY IN TOUCH » Discord https://discord.gg/WJPXGBXbu » Website www.strangenewpod.com » Email astrangenewpod@gmail.com Music Discovery by Scott Buckley | scottbuckley Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) #StarTrek #StrangeNewWorlds #StarTrekStrangeNewWorlds #SNW #ParamountPlus #Podcast Send us Fan Mail Support the show
June 19 · 1 hr 32 min
Strange New Worlds | Season 4 Trailer Breakdown
The Strange New Worlds Season 4 trailer is finally here, and we're diving into every blink-and-you'll-miss-it moment. A fresh new start? A return to classic Star Trek adventures? Or just enough footage to keep us guessing for the next month? Join the Strange New Crew as we break down the trailer shot by shot, discuss our favorite reveals, and speculate wildly about what's ahead for Pike, Spock, Una, Uhura, and the rest of the Enterprise crew. What did YOU spot in the trailer? Let us know your theories in the comments! √ SUPPORT » Patreon √ STAY IN TOUCH » Discord » Website www.strangenewpod.com » Email astrangenewpod@gmail.com Send us Fan Mail Support the show
June 16 · 53 min
Shadow Frontier: Is Gaming Star Trek's Next Chapter?
Is gaming Star Trek's next frontier? Join Giraffe, Erik, and Hawk as we break down the latest Trek gaming announcements! We’re diving deep into Shadow Frontier, Star Trek's chilling first venture into the survival horror genre, and Outposts Unknown, the highly anticipated take on a base builder. Don't miss our crew's live reactions, analysis, and discussion on where these new titles are taking the franchise. Send us Fan Mail Support the show
June 5 · 1 hr 52 min
SNA The Cries of Mars Episode 4 - "The Standoff"
Tensions reach a breaking point in the latest episode of Strange New Adventures, "The Standoff." Freshly promoted Captain Marik faces her first true trial in the big chair as the crew of the Thunder Bay comes face to face with Commander T'Vala (Guest Starring Girafe) of the lethal Romulan Tal Shiar. When Marik attempts to defuse the ticking time bomb through diplomacy, her words are met with the cold, calculating wall of Romulan resolve. The stakes turn deeply personal when Dr. Neldan is summoned to the bridge, forcing him into a harrowing confrontation with one of his own people and bringing buried pasts straight to the surface. Just as the diplomatic razor's edge threatens to snap, a sudden, uninvited arrival drops into the sector, threatening to completely destabilize an already fragile situation. Find out how the crew navigates a web of secrets and Romulan disruptor fire in episode four of The Cries of Mars! 🔹 Produced & Edited by: Julian Brown 🔹 Thunderbay Schematics & Logo: Mike Overton 🔹 Opening Credits by: Julian Brown 🔹 Intro & Outro Music: Luis Humanoide 🔹 Episode Art by: Julian Brown 🔹 Character Art by: Emcee Frodis 🔹 Jessie as Captain Nessa Marik 🔹 Simon as Commander Neldan 🔹 Rebecca as Lt. Commander Vinar 🔹 Fef as Lt. Dati Kakin 🔹 Michael as Lt. Eugene Hawk 🔹 Girafe as Commander T'Vala 🔹 Julian Brown as the Game Master Send us Fan Mail Support the show
May 29 · 48 min
Star Trek Picard: To Defy Fate | A Sit Down With Dayton Ward
Join Julian for a one-on-one interview with New York Times Best-Selling Author Dayton Ward to discuss his brand new Star Trek: Picard novel, To Defy Fate! In this episode, Dayton dives deep into the inspiration behind his latest book and shares his love for time travel stories. They look back at the classic Original Series episode "Assignment: Earth," exploring how those classic sci-fi concepts influence his writing today, and so much more. Grab your copy of To Defy Fate and tune in for an insightful conversation packed with laughs, paradoxes, and so much more! Make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Strange New Pod! Send us Fan Mail Support the show
May 1 · 44 min
Strange New Worlds Season Four | Teaser Breakdown
The weekend saw the first teaser trailer for Strange New Worlds season four drop, along with a handful of first-look images, and SNP has your first look and breakdown! Join Julian and Hawk as they break it down and share your favorite moments from the teaser. From a T-Rex to Jim Kirk, and Captain Pike on a horse, we're reading your thoughts from the Mailbag on what you're most excited about. Send us Fan Mail Support the show
April 24 · 1 hr 29 min
SNA: The Cries of Mars Episode 3 - "Whispers & Shadows"
Whispers & Shadows | The Cries of Mars The aftermath of the Shepard rescue takes a chilling turn this week as the crew of the Thunder Bay realizes the nightmare on Mars is far from over. Even with survivors safely aboard, the fires continue to rage across the Martian colonies, casting a long, crimson shadow over the impending debrief with Starfleet Command. While Admiral Jellico pushes to keep the crew of Thunder Bay Earth-bound, Admiral Janeway emerges as a staunch ally for the crew as they hope to trace the warp trail of the cloaked "ghost" ship last seen lurking around Mars. Lt. Commander Marik also walks into an unexpected spotlight, leading to a defining moment that will change her trajectory within the fleet forever. 🎙 Credits: 🔹 Produced & Edited by: Julian Brown 🔹 Thunderbay Schematics & Logo: Mike Overton 🔹 Opening Credits by: Julian Brown 🔹 Intro & Outro Music: Luis Humanoide 🔹 Episode Art by: Julian Brown 🔹 Character Art by: Emcee Frodis 🔹 Jessie as Lt. Commander Nessa Marik 🔹 Simon as Commander Neldan 🔹 Rebecca as Lt. Commander Vinar 🔹 Fef as Lt. Dati Kakin 🔹 Michael as Lt. Eugene Hawk 🔹 Julian Brown as the Game Master Send us Fan Mail Support the show
April 10 · 1 hr 3 min
First Contact Day 2026 - What's Next for Star Trek? w/ Matt Jennings
Join Girafe, Emcee, and Erik as they break down everything that happened, or we should say, DIDN'T happen during this year's Star Trek First Contact Day celebrations. We are thrilled to welcome special guest Matt Jennings to the bridge to help us navigate the latest news, or lack thereof, and discuss the current state of the franchise. From the deafening silence on certain projects, we’re diving deep into what is next for the Star Trek universe. Grab your favorite beverage, engage with us in the live chat, and let’s talk about the future of Trek together. Also, make sure to check out Matt's Indiegogo campaign for season two of his web series, 1701: A Blerd Story. The series follows the adventures of a black queer nerd as he navigates the world using his favorite television series (STAR TREK) as a moral compass. Send us Fan Mail Support the show
April 2 · 1 hr 50 min
SNA: The Cries of Mars Episode 2 - "Racing Against the Flames"
Racing Against the Flames | The Cries of Mars The Cries of Mars continues this month as the crew of the Thunder Bay race to evacuate the USS Shepard, one of the many vessels that came under attack during the synth strike on Mars. Follow along as Doctor Neldan and Commander Vinar attempt to triage both the survivors aboard the Shepard and its failing systems, while Commander Marik and the crew aboard the Thunder Bay do everything they can to prevent the situation from deteriorating even more. 🎙 Credits: 🔹 Produced & Edited by: Julian Brown 🔹 Thunderbay Schematics & Logo: Mike Overton 🔹 Opening Credits by: Julian Brown 🔹 Intro & Outro Music: Luis Humanoide 🔹 Episode Art by: Julian Brown 🔹 Character Art by: Emcee Frodis 🔹 Jessie as Lt. Commander Nessa Marik 🔹 Simon as Commander Neldan 🔹 Rebecca as Lt. Commander Vinar 🔹 Fef as Lt. Dati Kakin 🔹 Michael as Lt. Eugene Hawk 🔹 Julian Brown as the Game Master Send us Fan Mail Support the show
March 27 · 52 min
Threads of Destiny | Star Trek Deviations One Shot Review
Join Girafe and Emcee as they sit down to review and deep dive into the recently released Star Trek Deviations One Shot from IDW Publishing, "Threads of Destiny!" This special one-shot features Lieutenant Nyota Uhura. In the 23rd century, she explores far-flung star systems with her crew on the Enterprise as part of her mission to communicate and build bridges with life found across the Galaxy. But in the 20th century, humankind was working to build understanding among themselves, with African Americans on Earth championing the Civil Rights Movement and using their voices and acts of protest to end racial segregation and discrimination. Now, by way of the Guardian of Forever, Uhura is yanked back through time to 1963. There, she’ll join all those fighting for equality and justice and reconnect to why her work as a communications officer is perhaps the most important work of all. Plus, News, and so much more on episode 280 of Strange New Pod! Send us Fan Mail Support the show
March 20 · 1 hr 8 min
Masked Singer Star Trek Night: AMA With Giraffe
The final frontier meets the center stage! Join Giraffe along with Amy and Trevor as they break down Star Trek night on The Masked Singer. We are joined LIVE by Giraffe, who was in the audience for the taping and is ready to answer all your questions about the performances and the atmosphere on set. We are also diving into the Star Trek 60th Anniversary! Send us Fan Mail Support the show
March 13 · 1 hr 49 min
"Rubincon" Starfleet Academy S1 Finale Review
We've come to the end of the year at Starfleet Academy. The SNP Crew is reviewing Starfleet Academy's season finale, “Rubincon!” Episode Synopsis: When an old enemy resurfaces as an existential threat to the Federation, Nahla must outwit a vengeful foe with a personal vendetta against her -- as our cadets and instructors undertake a dangerous, seemingly impossible, mission to save everyone and everything they hold dear. That, plus our episode breakdown, reactions, and your thoughts from the mailbag, on Episode 278 of Strange New Pod. Send us Fan Mail Support the show