Yelling About Star Trek
100 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIn this podcast, you can hear me yell about all things Star Trek, so my friends and family don't have to. I discuss everything from serious topics like the messages that Star Trek is trying to convey, to random things like Worf holding a flashlight while the Enterprise is crashing. If you're in the mood to hear a nerd talk about Star Trek more than he probably should, you're in the right place.
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E31. I'm Adopted Like Worf! Oh and a Life Update
October 05, 2021 16:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode I discuss being adopted and how Worf's experince being raised by humans has helped me process it. I also provide a rather heavy life update at the top of the episode. But fear not, I'm not going anywhere and will continue to record new episodes. Enjoy!
E30. My Favourite Memories of Trekking Out With Grandma and Grandpa Fox
September 17, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode I chat about two of my favorite Star Trek memories; the time my grandmother watched TOS's Court Martial with me and the time she took me to a Star Trek concert. No "wait what did you say?" this week but hoping to have one next time. Enjoy!
E30. My Favourite Memories of Trekking Out With Grandma and Grandpa Fox
September 17, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode I chat about two of my favorite Star Trek memories; the time my grandmother watched TOS's Court Martial with me and the time she took me to a Star Trek concert. No "wait what did you say?" this week but hoping to have one next time. Enjoy!
EP.29 Chakotay Is the Number One “Number One”! No, Seriously
September 02, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I discuss why I think Chakotay is the best first officer. I know this is contentious, but hear me out. Of course, I could be totally off base. I also talk about an emotionally charged technobabble. Enjoy!
E28. Talking About Trek and IT with Jay Are! P2
August 27, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks epsiode, Jay Are and I continue our discussion about IT in the Trek universe as well as other nerdy things in the franchise that keep us awake at night. Enjoy!
E27. Talking About Trek and IT with Jay Are! P1
August 20, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, Jay Are and talk about IT in the Trek universe as well as other nerdy things in the franchise that keep us awake at night. There's also an odd cut as I removed a less than PG section from the episode. Enjoy!
E26. Why We Love Star Trek and What it Means to Us with Javen Bernakevitch!
August 13, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this week's episode Javen and I discuss why we love Star Trek and some of our gripes with the new series. And by we, I mean it's mostly me complaining about Picard. Though we do try to acknowledge what we like about new Trek and gush over Lower Decks, which I know might rub some people the wrong way. Enjoy!
E25: First Contact is Star Trek's Apology to Worf!
August 06, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode I discuss the two ways that First Contact redeems Worf and address his two main character flaws. I also accidently refer to Sisko playing Hawk and not Avery Brooks. Enjoy!
E24. Reginald Barclay III Is The Bravest Person in Star Trek! Yup, You Read That Correctly
July 30, 2021 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this week's podcast, I explain why I think Barclay is the most courageous character in the Trek universe. I know it might seem strange, but hear me out. I also talk about that time the crew of the D used a transporter to cure old age but never ever mention that again. Enjoy!
E23. Debating Future Admiral Janeway with Jack Baker!
July 26, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I am joined by fellow Trekkie and graphic designer; Jack Baker. We attempt to debated Admiral Janeway's actions in Endgame but we do get sidetracked...a lot. Enjoy
E22. Captain Kirk and the Curious Case of Lt. Baily
July 16, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek! In this week's episode I discuss Lt. Baily and Captain Kirk's terrible idea to have him go live with Balok. I must also apologize because I completely forget to mention that Balok is actually on a First Federation Mission and not just rolling around the galaxy scaring ships. Oh and also talk about that time Captain Sisko and gang play baseball in this weeks edition of "Wait. What did you say?" Enjoy!
E22. Captain Kirk and the Curious Case of Lt. Baily
July 16, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek! In this week's episode I discuss Lt. Baily and Captain Kirk's terrible idea to have him go live with Balok. I must also apologize because I completely forget to mention that Balok is actually on a First Federation Mission and not just rolling around the galaxy scaring ships. Oh and also talk about that time Captain Sisko and gang play baseball in this weeks edition of "Wait. What did you say?" Enjoy!
Captain Picard is Like a Father To Me. No Seriously!
July 09, 2021 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I get a little more personal than usual and explain why Captain Picard is like the father that I never had, and why Star Trek is so important to me. But don't worry, this episode isn't all mushy as I do discuss that time everyone thought that Picard was a crazy old man running around the Enterprise in this weeks edition of "Wait, what did you say?" Enjoy!
E21. Captain Picard is Like a Father To Me. No Seriously!
July 09, 2021 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I get a little more personal than usual and explain why Captain Picard is like the father that I never had, and why Star Trek is so important to me. But don't worry, this episode isn't all mushy as I do discuss that time everyone thought that Picard was a crazy old man running around the Enterprise in this weeks edition of "Wait, what did you say?" Enjoy!
E20. Lets Talk about DS9 and the Keiko O’Brien Situation!
July 02, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek! In this weeks episode I discuss two issues I have with the character of Keiko O'Brien, and explain why I think it is especially egregious in DS9. I do want to say that I don't have an issue with Rosalind Chow, and think she deserved better material. Oh and I may or may not do the "You gotta see the baby" voice from Seinfeld. Enjoy!
E19. The Great Serialized vs Episodic Debate with Paul Finch!
June 25, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. I this weeks episode, I am joined by Star Trek podcaster in hiatus; Paul Finch. We get into a long discussion about serialized Trek vs episodic Trek and we may or may not get derailed and go off on some random tangents. Oh and I must apologize because I realized part way through the discussion, that I was actually making an argument for a combination of serialized and episodic episodes with more continuity. Enjoy!
E18. Getting Nerdy About Equinox With The Scotch Trekker!
June 18, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this week's episode, I am joined by the Scotch Trekker himself; Dan Leckie. The two of us get into a rather lengthy discussion about Equinox P1 and P2 and debate Captain Janeway's action. We also get sidetracked a few times. Enjoy!
E17. All About Enterprise with Ben Fisk!
June 11, 2021 10:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. This week I am joined by Twitch Streamer, Youtuber, and fellow Trekkie; Ben Fisk. We get into a long intense nerdy discussion all about Enterprise and what we like and don't like about that series. We also go on some very long and random, but hopefully entertaining tangents about the wider Star Trek universe. Oh and we definitely consult Memory Alpha on few topics for "clarification" only and certainly not because we...
E16. And the Greatest Character Arc In Star Trek Award Goes to Damar!
June 04, 2021 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I discuss why I think Damar has the greatest character arc in all of Trek. Now don't worry, I'm not saying he's the best character in Trek, but only that he has the greatest character ark in Trek. Oh and I do get nerdy with this weeks edition of "wait, what did you say?". Enjoy!
E16. And the Greatest Character Arc In Star Trek Award Goes to Damar!
June 04, 2021 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I discuss why I think Damar has the greatest character arc in all of Trek. Now don't worry, I'm not saying he's the best character in Trek, but only that he has the greatest character ark in Trek. Oh and I do get nerdy with this weeks edition of "wait, what did you say?". Enjoy!
E15. Chakotay and Janeway are the Jim and Pam of Star Trek
May 28, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode I get into the Office lore and explore Chakotay and Janeway's relationship by comparing them to the ever adorable Jim and Pam. I also promote my new logo and new merch store which I accidently call Spreadsheet instead of Spreadshirt. So if you are looking for show merch, please go to Spreadshirt.com and search Yelling About Trek (they wouldn't let me add Star to it) or simply click the link below....
E15. Chakotay and Janeway are the Jim and Pam of Star Trek
May 28, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode I get into the Office lore and explore Chakotay and Janeway's relationship by comparing them to the ever adorable Jim and Pam. I also promote my new logo and new merch store which I accidently call Spreadsheet instead of Spreadshirt. So if you are looking for show merch, please go to Spreadshirt.com and search Yelling About Trek (they wouldn't let me add Star to it) or simply click the link below....
E14. War and Star Trek with Kendra Patterson!
May 21, 2021 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another of episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks' episode, we are joined by the very first guest of the podcast and fellow podcaster Kendra Patterson. Kendra and I discuses two fantastic episodes of DS9: Nor the Battle To the Strong, as well as the quint essential DS9 episode; In the Pale Moonlight, and offer "hopefully" insightful analysis. If you enjoyed Kendra's appearance and are craving more, then check out her podcast on creativity; Stepping O...
E13. Kirk is the Most Negligent Captain in Starfleet History! Here's why.
May 14, 2021 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I discuss why I think Captain Kirk is the most negligent of the captains. Now I do want to state for the record that I don't hate Kirk, I actually love him. It's just that I don't love everything that he does and his negligence is very concerning to me. Especially considering the almost god like status that he holds in universe and the in the fandom in general. I also want to say that I think Ki...
E12. It's America in Spaaace!
May 07, 2021 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this week's episode I discuss why I think Star Trek is basically future space America, and not future space Earth. I don't think this is necessarily a problem given that it is an American show, and the realities of TV, but it something to consider. I think it is especially important to consider when characters talk about what it means to be human. And on that heavy note, enjoy!
It's America in Spaaace!
May 07, 2021 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this week's episode I discuss why I think Star Trek is basically future space America, and not future space Earth. I don't think this is necessarily a problem given that it is an American show, and the realities of TV, but it something to consider. Especially, when characters talk about what it means to be home. And on that heavy note, enjoy!
Announcing My Trekkieness to the World! Or At Least to My High School
April 30, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I discuss my experiencing announcing my love of Trek to my High School and the liberation that I felt. Oh and definitely discuss the passionate argument I had with a teacher in elementary school about why I should have been allowed to bring my phaser on Halloween. Enjoy!
E11. Announcing My Trekkieness to the World! Or At Least to My High School
April 30, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I discuss my experiencing announcing my love of Trek to my High School and the liberation that I felt. Oh and definitely discuss the passionate argument I had with a teacher in elementary school about why I should have been allowed to bring my phaser on Halloween. Enjoy!
E10. Is Star Trek Racist? Well no, But...
April 23, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I explore the very series issue of racism in Star Trek. I don't think Star Trek is racist, but there are some concerning aspects in Trek that are certainly worthy of discussion. Oh and I do mispronounce "Quark" a few times in the episode (which I really don't know why because I literally grew up with DS9). On that somewhat dower note, Enjoy!
Is Star Trek Racist? Well no, But...
April 23, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I explore the very series issue of racism in Star Trek. I don't think Star Trek is racist, but there are some concerning aspects in Trek that are certainly worthy of discussion. Oh and I do mispronounce "Quark" a few times in the episode (which I really don't know why because I literally grew up with DS9). On that somewhat dower note, Enjoy!
E9. JJ Did These Things Better. What!??
April 16, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.64 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling about Star Trek. In this episode, I discuss some things that JJ Abrams and Kelvin Trek did better than mainline Trek. Now before you get out the pitch forks, hear me out. And don't worry, I'm not saying Kelvin Trek is the best Trek. I just think that it does a few things better. On that somewhat preachy note, enjoy!
JJ Did These Things Better. What!??
April 16, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.64 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling about Star Trek. In this episode, I discuss some things that JJ Abrams and Kelvin Trek did better than mainline Trek. Now before you get out the pitch forks, hear me out. And don't worry, I'm not saying Kelvin Trek is the best Trek. I just think that it does a few things better. On that somewhat preachy note, enjoy!
The Never Ending Greatness of the Enterprise E
April 10, 2021 00:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek! In this weeks episode to celebrate First Contact Week, I talk about everything I love about the Enterprise E and explain why I think it is my favorite ship. Oh and I may or may not compare the E to my Subaru Impreza. Enjoy!
E8. The Never Ending Greatness of the Enterprise E
April 10, 2021 00:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek! In this weeks episode to celebrate First Contact Week, I talk about everything I love about the Enterprise E and explain why I think it is my favorite ship. Oh and I may or may not compare the E to my Subaru Impreza. Enjoy!
Archer is the Most Reckless Captain in Star Trek History! Here's Why.
April 02, 2021 22:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I discuss why I think Captain Archer is the most reckless captain in Star Trek. Now don't get me wrong, I love him. I really do. I also fully understand that importance that he plays in forming the federation, but goodness gracious, Archer really should have thought a little more before going full Archer. Side note, can we make "going full Archer" a thing? Anyways, enjoy the show!
E7. Archer is the Most Reckless Captain in Star Trek History! Here's Why.
April 02, 2021 22:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I discuss why I think Captain Archer is the most reckless captain in Star Trek. Now don't get me wrong, I love him. I really do. I also fully understand that importance that he plays in forming the federation, but goodness gracious, Archer really should have thought a little more before going full Archer. Side note, can we make "going full Archer" a thing? Anyways, enjoy the show!
E7. Archer is the Most Reckless Captain in Star Trek History! Here's Why.
April 02, 2021 22:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode, I discuss why I think Captain Archer is the most reckless captain in Star Trek. Now don't get me wrong, I love him. I really do. I also fully understand that importance that he plays in forming the federation, but goodness gracious, Archer really should have thought a little more before going full Archer. Side note, can we make "going full Archer" a thing? Anyways, enjoy the show!
Archer Loves His Dog More Than Worf Loves His Son
March 26, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling about Star Trek. In this episode I talk about why I think that Worf being a bad father is particularly egregious and give four reasons. I love Worf and think he is a great person/character but my gosh his parenting leaves a lot to be desired. Curious? Then strap in because things are going to get nerdy!
E6. Archer Loves His Dog More Than Worf Loves His Son
March 26, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling about Star Trek. In this episode I talk about why I think that Worf being a bad father is particularly egregious and give four reasons. I love Worf and think he is a great person/character but my gosh his parenting leaves a lot to be desired. Curious? Then strap in because things are going to get nerdy!
E6. Archer Loves His Dog More Than Worf Loves His Son
March 26, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling about Star Trek. In this episode I talk about why I think that Worf being a bad father is particularly egregious and give four reasons. I love Worf and think he is a great person/character but my gosh his parenting leaves a lot to be desired. Curious? Then strap in because things are going to get nerdy!
Five Things About Star Trek That Don't Make Any Sense
March 19, 2021 01:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode I discuss five things about Star Trek that really don't make a whole lot of sense. I love them, but they don't. I also need to make mention of two things. One, I think I pronounce Quark's name wrong a few times. Two, I discuss a scene between Chakotay and Janeway where I claim that Janeway does not give him approval to fire a torpedo. I was wrong, she gives him a nod. On that note, Enjoy!
E5. Five Things About Star Trek That Don't Make Any Sense
March 19, 2021 01:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling About Star Trek. In this weeks episode I discuss five things about Star Trek that really don't make a whole lot of sense. I love them, but they don't. I also need to make mention of two things. One, I think I pronounce Quark's name wrong a few times. Two, I discuss a scene between Chakotay and Janeway where I claim that Janeway does not give him approval to fire a torpedo. I was wrong, she gives him a nod. On that note, Enjoy!
E4. Spoilers, Star Trek Has Always Been "Woke"
March 10, 2021 01:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBHey Trekkie! In this episode I get into the issue of some Trekkies feeling that new Trek is too inclusive and too diverse. To me this doesn't make any sense because Trek has always been focused on diversity and inclusion. It wouldn't be Trek if it wasn't. So be prepared, because I'm going to be yelling and its going to get preachy/nerdy. Enjoy!
Spoilers, Star Trek Has Always Been "Woke"
March 10, 2021 01:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBHey Trekkies In this episode I get into the issue of some Trekkies feeling that new Trek is too inclusive and too diverse. To me this doesn't make any sense because Trek has always been focused on diversity and inclusion. It wouldn't be Trek if it wasn't. So be prepared, because I'm going to be yelling and its going to get preachy/nerdy. Enjoy!
My Love Hate Relationship with Voyager
March 03, 2021 01:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBHey Trekkies! In this weeks episode of Yelling about Star Trek, I delve into my love hate relationship with Voyager. There are things that I love about the series and things that I hate. Yet, even so, its one of my go to series when I'm in the mood for some good old Trek (which is most days if I'm being honest). So make some coffee, get a nice pair of headphones and strap in because its about to get nerdy. Enjoy!
E3. My Love Hate Relationship with Voyager
March 03, 2021 01:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBHey Trekkies! In this weeks episode of Yelling about Star Trek, I delve into my love hate relationship with Voyager. There are things that I love about the series and things that I hate. Yet, even so, its one of my go to series when I'm in the mood for some good old Trek (which is most days if I'm being honest). So make some coffee, get a nice pair of headphones and strap in because its about to get nerdy. Enjoy!
E2. How Netflix Turns Enterprise Season Three Into one of the Best of Trek
February 24, 2021 02:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling about Star Trek. In this episode I talk about how Netflix takes one of the least popular seasons of Star Trek (Enterprise Season three,) and turn's it into one of the best. A quick note, I incorrectly state that DS9 doesn't really touch on terrorism. DS9 does in fact do this, perhaps more than other Star Trek series. Enjoy!
How Netflix Turns Enterprise Season Three Into one of the Best of Trek
February 24, 2021 02:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBHey Trekkies! Welcome back to another episode of Yelling about Star Trek. In this episode I talk about how Netflix takes one of the least popular seasons of Star Trek (Enterprise Season three,) and turn's it into one of the best. A quick note, I incorrectly state that DS9 doesn't really touch on terrorism. DS9 does in fact do this, perhaps more than other Star Trek series. Enjoy!
E1. Three Lessons Star Trek: Picard can learn from Cobra Kai
January 26, 2021 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIn this very first episode, I discuss the three key lessons that I think Star Trek: Picard can learn from the hit television show, Cobra Kai going into Season 2. Why am I comparing these two very different shows? Well because both bring back legacy characters but Cobra Kai in my opinion was more successful than Picard. I also explain who I am and most importantly, why I love Star Trek. Enjoy!
Three Lessons Star Trek: Picard can learn from Cobra Kai
January 26, 2021 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIn this very first episode, I discuss the three key lessons that I think Star Trek: Picard can learn from the hit television show, Cobra Kai going into Season 2. Why am I comparing these two very different shows? Well because both bring back legacy characters but Cobra Kai in my opinion was more successful than Picard. I also explain who I am and most importantly, why I love Star Trek. Enjoy!