Strange New Pod

Strange New Pod

A Weekly Star Trek podcast focusing on the past, present, and future of Trek.

  • 2 hours 28 minutes
    The Trek Movieverse | Is There a Future?

    With Skydance’s acquisition of Paramount, the Trek movie landscape has shifted once again. The Kelvinverse looks to be shelved (again), and now rumors are swirling about a brand new cinematic take on Star Trek from Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves writers Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley.

    So what’s changed since our Trek at the Movies panel at Trek Long Island? A lot.

    We’re breaking it all down with our friend and guest Jean Kang! The studio shakeups, the creative rumors, the possibilities for Trek’s next big-screen era, and what this could mean for the franchise moving forward.

    Plus, we want to hear from you. What do you want from the future of the Trek movieverse? Which stories should Trek tell next? Who should take the captain’s chair?

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    12 December 2025, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    Alternative Space: Susan and Tilly Bridges

    In the latest episode of Alternative Space, host Amy Imhoff sits down with the brilliant Susan and Tilly Bridges for a thoughtful, candid, and energizing conversation about representation across the Star Trek universe and beyond. Together, they dig into the realities of being women and trans creators in the writers' room, the complexities of being the “token” guest on convention panels, and how diversity has evolved (and de-evolved) throughout the Paramount era of Trek.

    They also dive deep into their acclaimed new Star Trek: Voyager comic mini-series, Homecoming, now three issues in and already raising the stakes for fans hungry for more Janeway and co. Insightful, honest, and full of Trek love, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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    10 December 2025, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    Tony Todd | Remembering a Legend

    This week on Strange New Pod, we honor the legendary Tony Todd on what would have been his birthday and a little over a year since his passing. 

    We look back at his unforgettable impact on Star Trek, from Kurn, brother of Worf, to Older Jake Sisko in "The Visitor," to the formidable Hirogen Alpha on Voyager. 

    We also celebrate his powerful legacy in film and genre storytelling, reflecting on why his presence continues to resonate with fans everywhere.

    Join us as we remember, celebrate, and pay tribute to an icon.

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    5 December 2025, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 4 minutes
    Talking Star Trek Adventures w/ Al Spader, Meric Moir, and Michael Dismuke

    Strange New Pod beams up an incredible trio for this special episode as Julian sits down with the writers behind the Star Trek Adventures Second Edition Starter Campaign: Al Spader, Meric Moir, and Michael Dismuke. 

    Together, they dive into the creative heart of the campaign, exploring the inspiration behind its story, how it welcomes brand-new TTRPG players into the Final Frontier, and the guiding philosophy that shaped its design.

    From crafting accessible mechanics to building a narrative that captures the spirit of Trek, this conversation goes boldly into the development process and all the surprises along the way. Whether you're a seasoned GM or opening your first rulebook, this is an interview you won’t want to miss. Engage!

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    21 November 2025, 10:00 am
  • 55 minutes 10 seconds
    Star Trek Khan: A Sit Down with David Mack and Kirsten Beyer

    This week on SNP, we’re sitting down with two titans of the Star Trek universe: David Mack and Kirsten Beyer, the brilliant writers behind Star Trek: Khan. 

    We’ll dive deep into the origins of one of Trek’s most iconic villains, explore how they brought new depth to Khan’s legacy, and get a peek behind the curtain of writing within the Star Trek canon.

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    14 November 2025, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 45 minutes
    SNA Whatever Should Be Done Must Be Done, Act 3: "The Codex" Season Finale

    Star Trek Adventures: Whatever Should Be Done Must Be Done — Act III “The Codex” Second Edition Starter Campaign Finale!

    After seven months of exploration, discovery, and danger, the SNA crew reaches the grand finale of the Star Trek Adventures Second Edition Starter Campaign. What will they uncover in The Codex? Can they protect the ideals of the Federation when science and survival are at odds?

    The crew of the Challenger has finally made contact with Dr. Urotoxa, uncovering secrets buried deep beneath an alien world. What begins as a scientific investigation into an ancient site quickly becomes something far greater: something that could threaten the very foundations of the Federation.

    While the away team studies the mysterious rectangular carving pulsing beneath the surface, the bridge crew gazes into the endless storm of galactic nucleosynthetics...colossal plumes of glowing gas sweeping through the system like the arms of some cosmic leviathan. But within those swirling shadows, something stirs. A glint. A threat. A Nausicaan warship, emerging from the void.

    Tune in for an unforgettable conclusion filled with mystery, negotiation, and the spirit of Starfleet at its finest. The final frontier has one last secret to reveal in a conclusion that you will not want to miss.

    🎙 Credits:
    🔹 Produced & Edited by: Julian Brown
    🔹 Intro & Outro Music: Luis Humanoide
    🔹 Sound Effects: Trek Core, Pixabay, and YouTube
    🔹 Episode Art: Andrew Clark

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    11 November 2025, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 29 minutes
    "Eternity's Face" Star Trek Khan Finale Review

    Join us live as we dive into Star Trek: Khan, the brand-new scripted podcast that expands one of Trek’s most legendary stories. This week, Girafe and the crew break down the finale of the series, "Eternity's Face!"

    Episode Synopsis: Dissent among Khan's followers threatens Venture's launch. Khan faces one last threat to his rule, and a final decision that seals his fate.

    Plus your thoughts on the finale and more in the mailbag!

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    7 November 2025, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    Star Trek Khan "Original Sin" Review

    Join us as we dive into Star Trek: Khan, the brand-new scripted podcast that expands one of Trek’s most legendary stories. This week, Girafe, Julian, and Hawk break down the penultimate episode of the series, "Original Sin!"

    Episode Synopsis: Five years after disaster sweeps the planet, Khan's people and the Elboreans prepare their joint, single venture toward salvation. Khan learns the truth behind their predicament. 💬

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    31 October 2025, 9:00 am
  • 1 hour 38 minutes
    SNA Whatever Should Be Done Must Be Done, Act 2: "Into the Shadow Maw Nebula"

    Strange New Adventures: “Into the Shadow Maw Nebula” (Act Two of whatever Should Be Done Must Be Done)

    The chase intensifies as the crew of the Challenger follows Urotoxa’s trail deep into the mysterious Shadow Maw Nebula, a swirling expanse of volatile energy and treacherous gravitational currents. On a moon shrouded within, Urotoxa and her team may have uncovered something that could rewrite history itself. With time running out and the nebula’s storms threatening to tear their ship apart, the crew must risk everything to find her and uncover the truth before it’s lost to the shadows forever. Listen to the penultimate episode of the Star Trek Adventures Second Edition Starter Campaign now!

    🎙 Credits:
    🔹 Produced & Edited by: Julian Brown
    🔹 Intro & Outro Music: Luis Humanoide
    🔹 Sound Effects: Trek Core, Pixabay, and YouTube
    🔹 Episode Art: CBS Studios

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    28 October 2025, 9:00 am
  • 1 hour 42 minutes
    Star Trek Khan Episode 6-7 Reviews w/ Jessie Earl

    Join us as we dive into Star Trek: Khan, the brand-new scripted podcast that expands one of Trek’s most legendary stories. This week, Girafe and Hawk are joined by our friend and special guest Jessie Earl to break down episodes six and seven, "The Good of All" and "I am Marla.""

    The Good of All" Synopsis: Khan struggles to understand the Elboreans and their leader, Delmonda, while his own people’s distrust of the newcomers increases in the face of impending catastrophe. 

    "I am Marla" Synopsis: Forging a tenuous alliance, Khan’s followers and the Elboreans work toward possible mutual survival. As Khan weighs hard choices affecting both peoples, tragedy strikes. 

    *Apologies for some audio issues we had with this recording. We tried to iron them out mid-stream, but it just wasn't happening.

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    24 October 2025, 9:00 am
  • 1 hour 52 minutes
    SNA Whatever Should Be Done Must Be Done, Act 1: "Performance Evaluation"

    As the crew of the USS Challenger embarks on the final chapter of the starter campaign, Commander Xanthus th’Raviq faces a difficult test. Admiral Robert April personally conducts a debriefing, questioning whether this crew is truly suited to continue the hunt for the fugitive Dr. Urotoxa.

    With the Admiral’s reluctant blessing, the Challenger sets course for Federation Starbase 323, a glittering hub of trade and diplomacy at a crucial junction of interstellar commerce. The starbase’s interlocking rings hum with life, hosting everything from sleek Starfleet vessels to worn freighters. At its heart, the Galactic Galleria bursts with color and sound: vendors hawking alien delicacies, merchants bartering over rare artifacts, and travelers swapping tales in a dozen languages.

    But beneath the bustle of business and culture lies a web of secrets. And somewhere among the traders and travelers, someone holds the next piece of Urotoxa’s trail.

    The chase resumes… and the Challenger’s next steps may decide whether Admiral April’s doubts were justified — or if this crew truly deserves Starfleet’s trust.


    🎙 Credits:
    🔹 Produced & Edited by: Julian Brown
    🔹 Intro & Outro Music: Luis Humanoide
    🔹 Sound Effects: Trek Core, Pixabay, YouTube, and Elite Dangerous
    🔹 Episode Art: Canva & Julian Brown

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    21 October 2025, 9:00 am
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