How much are women in Star Trek able to make choices and act freely when it comes to sex? Our crew discusses this question and considers Trek’s best and worst portrayals of women’s sexuality. Content Note: Includes discussion of mature themes. Download…
Lieutenant Commander Shelby made a big impression on crewmembers and fans alike when she beamed on board the Enterprise-D in “Best of Both Worlds”. In this episode we look at her role on screen and her legacy in Trek novels…
A detailed look at the TOS Season 2 episode “Friday’s Child,” which stars Julie Newmar as Eleen, a pregnant woman whom Kirk, Spock and McCoy help to flee her tribe. Download now (right-click and save) Hosts: Jarrah, Andi, Grace Editor: Andi Transcription:…
From Anne Nored of The Animated Series to Kira on Deep Space Nine as well as every mostly Bajoran badass lady in between, the crew is joined by Sabriel Mastin to discuss the pitfalls and triumphs of portraying women in…
Put on your crop tops and keep a knife handy because we’re going to the Mirror Universe. We’ll discuss the costumes, characters, and messages about race, gender and sexuality. Download now (right-click and save) Hosts: Grace, Jarrah, Andi Guest: Rumman – rummanchowdhury.com,…
An amazing group of guests, including Molly Swain and Chelsea Vowel (Métis In Space), professor and author Sierra Adare-Tasiwoopa Api, and David Holquinn (Trekradio) join us to talk about Indigenous representation in Trek, from “The Paradise Syndrome” to Chakotay. Download now (right-click and…
The crew is joined by Erica Massey, a PhD student studying modern literature and pop culture, to discuss pre-internet Star Trek fanfiction. We discuss the fanzine production process, the culture of the early fanfic community, and debates around “slash” fic.…
The crew discusses the three-part “Legacies” series, which was released in celebration of Star Trek’s 50th Anniversary and follows Number One as she finally completes a mission that began 15 years prior. Download now (right-click and save) Hosts: Andi, Sue, Jarrah…