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Strange New Worlds Asylum | Una McCormack On Her Brand New Novel

On this Bonus Pod, Emcee and Julian sit down with New York Times Best Selling Author Dr. Una McCormack to discuss her latest novel, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds - Asylum. There are spoilers in this episode. How was ir writin...

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Nov. 20, 2024

Strange New Worlds Asylum | Una McCormack On Her Brand New Novel

On this Bonus Pod, Emcee and Julian sit down with New York Times Best Selling Author Dr. Una McCormack to discuss her latest novel, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds - Asylum. There are spoilers in this episode. How was ir writi…
Nov. 19, 2024

Time is the Fire in Which We Burn | Star Trek Generations at 30

Join us, along with special guest Dave Hildebrand, as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Star Trek: Generations! In this episode, we explore the themes of legacy and transition that define the film, including the passing o…
Nov. 15, 2024

Lower Decks "Starbase 80?!" Review w/ Brittany Tomes

Oh dammnnnn, Starbase 80! That's right. The crew is headed to the dreaded Starbase this week, and the SNP team has their review and deep dive of episode 505 of Star Trek Lower Decks! SNP OG host Brittany "The Borg Queen of P…
Nov. 8, 2024

Lower Decks "A Farewell to Farms" Review w/ Simon Stager

Our coverage of Lower Decks season five continues with SNP's live review of episode 504, "A Farewell to Farms!" Badmiral Simon joins the crew for this episode! Dr. Migleemo cooks up some hot dishes while Mariner prefers hers…
Nov. 2, 2024

Mike McMahan + Lower Decks "The Best Exotic Nanite Hotel" Review

Our coverage of Lower Decks season five continues with SNP's live review of episode 503, "The Best Exotic Nanite Hotel!" Plus, our interview with Lower Decks creator Mike McMahan! The Lower Deckers hunt nanites on a resort… …
Oct. 25, 2024

Lower Decks Season Five Two Episode Premiere Review

That's right, party people! Star Trek Lower Decks season five is finally here! Join the crew for their review and deep dive of the two episode season premiere. We also wrap of the 2024 edition of New York Comic Con, includin…

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The Cerritos Goes on One Final Wacky Adventure

I have such a soft spot for Star Trek: Lower Decks. It is the first Star Trek series I’ve experienced along with the fandom from the series premiere, rather than playing catch-up later. Granted, my experience with it is a little different no…

Strange New Pod Endorses Kamala Harris for President

"My entire career, I've only had one client: the people. And so, on behalf of the people, on behalf of every American regardless of party, race, gender or the language your grandmother speaks, on behalf of my mother and everyone who has ever set o…

Section 31 Roars Into Sand Diego Comic Con's Hall H

Trekkies were treated to the first teaser trailer at the convention. You could say that Paramount Plus saved the best for last Saturday afternoon in Hall H as the upcoming streaming film, Section 31, closed out the panel. On a panel consisting of …

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Michael "Hawk" Hough

Co-Host

Hawk lives in Ontario, Canada, and loves television, movies, music, and video games. He grew up on episodes of TNG and worshipped Patrick Stewart to the point of following him into male pattern baldness. Season and episode names? Yeah, he’s got that.

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Spotted Giraffe

Co-Host

Die-hard TOS appreciator, inspired communication officer on a lifelong globe-trotting mission, occasional trivia and happy hour organizer, official lizard bébé, "snack" aficionado, and first Collective member to get married on board of the Enterprise. Would rather be on Romulas. Giraffe is the CAPTAIN NOW!

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Erik Canaria

Co-Host & Stream Manager

Erik is a self admitted music, video game & film geek… sometimes actor/director/writer. He has been podcasting for over 10 years. His weaknesses include shiny things, audio equipment, and collector’s editions. Oh yeah, and "Faith of the Heart."

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Julian Brown

Creator & Co-Host

Julian is the creator and co-host of Strange New Pod. His first experience with Star Trek was TNG and The Undiscovered Country. On his off days, he likes long walks on the beaches of Risa. Strives for the rest of his team to read the outline.

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Emcee Frodis

Co-Host

Emcee Frodis is a writer, artist, and pop culture scholar from Ontario, Canada. She is Bicelestial, loving both Trek and Wars. She cannot watch anything without writing her own backstory, leading to her Daily Headcanon Minute videos. She also may or may not be Giraffe.