Best Starfleet Podcasts (2024)

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Celebrating 40 years of Star Trek III: The Search For Spock 1:42:18

3M ago1:42:18

1:42:18

WE ARE STARFLEET comes together to look back at Star Trek III: The Search for Spock. As an older film it may be a product of it's time, but does it hold up? It's a Trek movie, so the answer is yes, even if it's an odd numbered movie! We discuss plot holes, recurring actors, a lack of characters, and so much more. Find information about the podcast …

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Discovery S5E10 "Life, Itself" - The Series Finale 1:47:35

5M ago1:47:35

1:47:35

WE ARE STARFLEET comes together to say goodbye to Star Trek Discovery. In this extra long episode, we chat through the episode "Life, Itself" as Burnham's quest for God comes to an end. Character arcs tied with a bow, goodbyes are shared. HOSTED BY Mike Slamer, Craig McKenzie, Ashley Thomas, Ian Buckley PATREON + SUPPORT Help support our show earn …

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Discovery S509 "LaGrange Point" 1:06:00

5M ago1:06:00

1:06:00

In this episode of WE ARE STARFLEET, hosts Mike & Ian strap in to not-explore a binary super-massive black home system in STAR TREK DISCOVERY "LaGrange Point." Does it matter who the Breen are under all the helmets? A great action episode that sets up the finale. Should it have been a part one? Hosted by: Mike Slamer & Ian Buckley PATREON + SUPPORT…

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Discovery S5E08 "Labyrinths" 55:52

6M ago55:52

55:52

Discovery S5E8 "Labyrinths" (88) Welcome to our mind palace! Mike or Ian would have been just as annoying. In this episode of We Are Starfleet, Captain Ashley Thomas and Number One Craig McKenzie navigate the "Labyrinths" of Star Trek: Discovery 5x08. Can we find our way out? HOSTED BY Ashley Thomas + Craig McKenzie PATREON + SUPPORT Help support o…

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87: Discovery S5E7 "Erigah" 1:00:58

6M ago1:00:58

1:00:58

WE ARE STARFLEET returns to Star Trek Discovery coverage with "ERIGAH!" And we're all here on vibes only. Considered a high water mark for the season, this podcsat invites long time listener Violet Hammond onto the show to discuss her unique perspectives on DISCOVERY, and Star Trek at large. Spore jump into your podcast player now and hit play! Hos…

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86: Discovery S5E06 "Whistlespeak" 1:17:17

6M ago1:17:17

1:17:17

In this episode of WE ARE STARFLEET, Captain Ian Buckley and Number One Ashley Thomas are chatting "Whistlespeak" season 5, episode 6 of Star Trek: Discovery's final season. Let's go and meet the gods this week in this discussion. HOSTED BY Ian Buckley + Ashley Thomas SUPPORT Help support us, earn bragging rights, and more! https://www.buymeacoffee…

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85: Discovery S5E05 "Mirrors" 53:49

6M ago53:49

53:49

Craig McKenzie and Mike Slamer take the helm for episode five of STAR TREK DISCOVERY, titled, "Mirrors." L'ak and Moll take center stage in this episode to give us their much-needed origin story. Meanwhile, Book & Burnham take a shuttle to a not-so-mysterious vessel, teased and hyped up online. The not-so-subtle episode title tells us everything we…

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84: Discovery S5E04 "Face The Strange" 1:24:08

7M ago1:24:08

1:24:08

WE ARE STARFLEET returns to cover episode four of STAR TREK DISCOVERY, "Face The Strange." In this episode, Captain Burnham and First Officer Rayner get caught in their own little time loop! Your hosts Ian Buckley & Craig McKenzie unpack the events of the episode and break it all down. HOSTED BY Ian Buckley & Craig McKenzie PATREON + SUPPORT Help s…

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83. Discovery S5E03: "Jinaal" 1:24:04

7M ago1:24:04

1:24:04

In today's episode of WE ARE STARFLEET, We take a walk in someone else's shoes...or is it the other way around? Discussing Star Trek: Discovery 5x03 "Jinaal" are Ashley Thomas, Mike Slamer, and special guest Brandi Jackola of WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS: A STAR TREK: DISCOVERY PODCAST. HOSTED BY Ashley Thomas + Mike Slamer GUEST - Brandi Jackola PATREON …

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Star Trek: Discovery Season Five Premiere! 1:37:46

7M ago1:37:46

1:37:46

WE ARE STARFLEET returns with your hosts Ashley Thomas, Ian Buckley, Craig McKenzie, and Mike Slamer! The premiere is a big double-episode bonanza so there's a lot to cover in this episode right from the get go. You'll hear a mix of opinions on the show, our hopes and dreams for what the season might bring us, and enjoy the deep dive into the actio…

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81. Interview with John Billingsley aka Dr. Phlox! 1:21:17

10M ago1:21:17

1:21:17

In this very special bonus episode of We Are Starfleet, Ashley and Ian sit down to chat with the one and only John Billingsley aka Dr. Phlox! We chat acting, Star Trek: Enterprise, and Trek Talks 3, a Star Trek telethon happening on January 13, 2024, live on YouTube. Trek Talks 3 benefits The Hollywood Food Coaltion, and features a wide range of St…

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089: TOS: The Deadly Years 31:28

11M ago31:28

31:28

On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek The Original Series, The Deadly Years (Season 2, Episode 11). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Kirk and Commodore Stocker. Join The Mailing List https://1c819b-14b8.icpage.net/performance-review Starfleet Leadership Academy Online Store: www.starfleetleadership.academy/store Starfleet…

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088: VOY: The Fight 37:43

11M ago37:43

37:43

On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek Voyager, The Fight (Season 5, Episode 19). He will examine the leadership approach of Captain Janeway. Not only do we get into some philosophy with Epicetus, but we also breakdown why combat sports are the most pure form of human expression. Join The Mailing List https://1c819b-14b8.icpage.net/performanc…

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80. CERRITOS STRONG! 48:26

12M ago48:26

48:26

WE ARE STARFLEET returns to your subspace feeds! Craig, Mike, and Ashley get together to discuss season four of STAR TREK LOWER DECKS. While we wait for the next Star Trek show to air (Discovery or Prodigy, any bets?) the wider Trek universe has a lot of applause for this season of Lower Decks. We ask, could the show have afforded to take more chan…

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Jacob Morgan - A Special Interview 38:30

1y ago38:30

38:30

On this episode, Jeff Akin shares an incredible episode of the Deep Leadership Podcast (Check it out here https://jonsrennie.com/) Jacob Morgan is a professionally trained futurist, keynote speaker, and best-selling author of 5 books including Leading with Vulnerability: Unlock Your Greatest Superpower to Transform Yourself, Your Team, and Your Org…

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087: TAS: The Practical Joker 33:35

1y ago33:35

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On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek The Animated Series, The Practical Joker (Season 2, Episode 3). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Kirk. In this episode, Jeff discusses the importance of distinguishing between what is critical and what is urgent or routine. The crew faces escalating pranks and a treacherous from the s…

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086: TNG: The Icarus Factor 36:14

1y ago36:14

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On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek The Next Generation, The Icarus Factor (Season 2, Episode 14). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Picard. "Great leaders create more leaders." As Commander Riker considers accepting a promotion and his own command, Captain Picard gives us the opportunity to examine what it means to do t…

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085: ENT: Anomaly 29:25

1y ago29:25

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On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek Enterprise, Anomaly (Season 3, Episode 2). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Archer. The Enterprise is not doing well in the Delphic Expanse and neither is Captain Archer. Faced with a near-impossible situation, he chooses to react in...a way. Jeff talks about the importance of control…

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Self-Care, Ted Lasso and The Strike 25:21

1y ago25:21

25:21

On this episode, Jeff Akin talks about Ted Lasso, the WGA/SAG-AFTRA Strike and The Trek Snack Squad Info on Snack Squad: Claire Willett Join The Mailing List https://1c819b-14b8.icpage.net/performance-review Starfleet Leadership Academy Online Store: www.starfleetleadership.academy/store Starfleet Leadership Academy Consulting https://www.starfleet…

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The Orville: Old Wounds 31:21

1y ago31:21

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On this special episode, Jeff Akin reviews The Orville, Old Wounds (Season 1, Episode 1). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Ed Mercer. Leaders MUST process their emotions. Stoicism may play a role, from time-to-time, but strong leaders are emotionally intelligent, and a part of emotional intelligence is taking the time, and doing…

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79. Strange New Worlds: S2E10 "Hegemony" 1:30:48

1y ago1:30:48

1:30:48

We Are Starfleet completes its coverage of season two of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds with the finale "Hegemony". Grab your closest nitrogen grenade and prepare for the coming of the reptilian adversary known as The Gorn. Mike Slamer hosts with Craig McKenzie, Ashley Thomas and Ian Buckley manning their stations. HOSTED BY Ashley Thomas & Craig Mc…

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78. Strange New Worlds: S2E9 "Subspace Rhapsody" 1:06:23

1y ago1:06:23

1:06:23

"But why are we singing?!" WE ARE STARFLEET covers the very first musical in Star Trek history. We've brought in a couple of guys that know a thing or two about musicals, Geoff Owen and Martyn Hearn. Warm up those vocals and tune in for our coverage of episode 2x09 of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS, "Subspace Rhapsody"! HOSTED BY Ashley Thomas & Cra…

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77. Strange New Worlds: S2E8 "Under The Cloak Of War" 1:22:53

1+ y ago1:22:53

1:22:53

WE ARE STARFLEET is a STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS podcast wrestling with the trauma of war this week, as Doctor M’Benga and Chapel revisit the horrors of their time on the moon of J’Gal. Tune in for our coverage of episode 2x08 of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS, "Under the Cloak of War" Hosted by Ian Buckley and Mike Slamer. HOSTED BY Ian Buckley …

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084: DS9: Vortex 30:57

1+ y ago30:57

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On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek Deep Space 9, Vortex (Season 1, Episode 12). He will examine the leadership approaches of Commander Sisko. Jeff delves into the importance of setting clear expectations in the workplace. He emphasizes that having a clear understanding of what is expected is crucial for both employees and managers. Clear …

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76. Strange New Worlds: S2E7 "Those Old Scientists" 1:12:23

1+ y ago1:12:23

1:12:23

WE ARE STARFLEET continues covering the second season of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS. Tune in for our coverage of episode 2x07 "Those Old Scientists" which currently ranks as the best rated episode out of the entire franchise on IMDB. Craig hosts with Mike Slamer and Kurt North takes a time portal to discuss the episode! Do you agree? Let us know…

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75. Strange New Worlds: S2E6 "Lost in Translation" 56:29

1+ y ago56:29

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WE ARE STARFLEET continues covering the second season of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS. Tune in for our coverage of episode 2x06 "Lost in Translation" Where Uhura feels like she might be losing her mind and is helped by none other than James T. Kirk. Craig McKenzie hosts and Ian Buckley is in the first officer chair for this one! HOSTED BY Craig Mc…

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74. Strange New Worlds: S2E5 "Charades" 1:29:22

1+ y ago1:29:22

1:29:22

WE ARE STARFLEET is back to discuss another great episode of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS! Can you guess what it is? First word. Sounds like. "CHARADES!" You got it! Tune in for our coverage of episode 2x05 of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS, "Charades" with special guest Brandi Jackola! Sisters are doing it for themselves in this episode! "THE WOME…

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083: LD: Moist Vessel 33:23

1+ y ago33:23

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On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek Lower Decks, Moist Vessel (Season 1, Episode 4). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Freeman and Ensign Mariner. If we only did things we love to do at work, they wouldn't need to give us money to show up. But that doesn't mean you can't enjoy those things that make you feel like you're …

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73. Strange New Worlds: S2E4 "Among the Lotus Eaters" 1:01:02

1+ y ago1:01:02

1:01:02

WE ARE STARFLEET is a STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS podcast and WE FLY THE SHIP! We've got #MORETEGAS! A covert away mission! And...we forgot. Tune in for our coverage of episode 2x04 of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS, "Among the Lotus Eaters" with special guest Clara Cook! HOSTED BY Ashley Thomas & Craig McKenzie GUEST Clara Cook PATREON + SUPPORT …

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72. Strange New Worlds: S2E3 "Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow" 1:21:43

1+ y ago1:21:43

1:21:43

Time travel is back and we're taken to 2023 Toronto, Canada to witness events of historical consequence in the Star Trek timelines... Craig and Mike take the helm on unpacking the events of this episode and talk more about the chances a soft reboot happening. HOSTED BY Mike Slamer & Craig McKenzie PATREON + SUPPORT Help support the network, earn br…

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082: TNG: Redemption Parts 1 and 2 39:49

1+ y ago39:49

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On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek The Next Generation, Redemption Parts 1 and 2 (Season 4, Episode 26 and Season 5, Episode 1). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Picard and Acting Captain Data. Picard supports Worf in ways that show he is clearly a listener of the Starfleet Leadership Academy, while Data completely fai…

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71. Strange New Worlds: S2E2 "Ad Astra Per Aspera" 54:03

1+ y ago54:03

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We Are Starfleet presents to the court this episode of the podcast, covering Episode 2 of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS, "Ad Astra Per Aspera" Your hosts Ian and Craig discuss the ramifications of court proceedings, genetic engineering, and more! Tune in and subscribe for more coverage! HOSTED BY Craig McKenzie & Ian Buckley PATREON + SUPPORT Help …

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70. Strange New Worlds: S2E1 "The Broken Circle" 1:37:56

1+ y ago1:37:56

1:37:56

WE ARE STARFLEET kicks off its STRANGE NEW WORLDS coverage with the premiere episode, "The Broken Circle." HOSTED BY Mike Slamer & Ashley Thomas Craig McKenzie & Ian Buckley PATREON + SUPPORT Help support the network, earn bragging rights, and more! https://www.patreon.com/wemadethis || https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mikeslamer Produced by Mike Slame…

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081: VOY: Body and Soul 33:15

1+ y ago33:15

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On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek Voyager, Body and Soul (Season 7, Episode 7). He will examine the leadership approaches of The Doctor and Seven of Nine. Self-care is absolutely critical for any leader to achieve and maintain success. Jeff leverages "Doctor Seven's" experience to share how to prioritize this necessary investment. SAMHSA…

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Star Trek Discovery Discussion: Perpetual Infinity 1:05:11

1+ y ago1:05:11

1:05:11

An exciting new episode of Star Trek Discovery, and an exciting discussion at the channel. Tune in and let us know if we missed anything about this episode!By Sohail Fazluddin

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Star Trek Discovery Discussion: The Red Angel 1:04:50

1+ y ago1:04:50

1:04:50

Some technical difficulties on this one, watch at your own peril, we talk about the episode, The Red Angel!By Sohail Fazluddin

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Star Trek Discovery Discussion: Project Daedalus 1:27:35

1+ y ago1:27:35

1:27:35

Things are coming to a head as we delve deeper into the mysteries driving season 2 of Star Trek Discovery. Join our Discussion and let us know what you think of this exciting episode of Star Trek Discovery.By Sohail Fazluddin

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Star Trek Discovery Discussion: If Memory Serves 1:27:35

1+ y ago1:27:35

1:27:35

The Telosians are back and they've got a few surprises up their sleeve with regards to the continuing story of Vina and Pike as well as revelations about Spock's visions as provided by his encounter and mind meld with the Red Angel, a Human from the future, bent on preventing the destruction of the core worlds of the Federation. We also get a heart…

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Star Trek Discovery Discussion: Light and Shadows 53:24

1+ y ago53:24

53:24

Burnham goes on the hunt to find her brother while the Discovery crew tries to unlock the secrets behind a Time Storm that appeared after the Red Angel's most recent visit. After finding Spock, his mind in disarray and learning she definitely can't trust Section 31 we find ourselves heading to an old familiar place. find out what we thought of this…

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Star Trek Discovery Discussion: The Sound of Thunder 1:35:55

1+ y ago1:35:55

1:35:55

Fate and the Red Angel would have it so that Saru ends up back on Kaminar caught between his duty to the Federation, his promise to Starfleet not to interfere and the real threat of annihilation facing his people. A very interesting episode with lots of questions and discussion. Join us and chime in with your thoughts below!…

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Star Trek the Next Generation Discussion: Realm of Fear 1:21:45

1+ y ago1:21:45

1:21:45

Reginald Barclay thinks he's going nuts when he keeps seeing apparitions in the transporter beam, but it turns out he's not going crazy and it humans! Check out our discussion for this exciting episode of Star Trek the Next Generation and let us know what you think too!By Sohail Fazluddin

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080: DIS: Into the Forest I Go 34:05

1+ y ago34:05

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On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek Discovery, Into the Forest I Go (Season 1, Episode 9). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Lorca. Effective leadership requires living in both the present and the future simultaneously. It's the leader's job to craft a vision for the future and get others to buy into and share that visio…

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69. Strange New Worlds Season 2 Trailer drop! 1:03:53

1+ y ago1:03:53

1:03:53

STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS is upon us, with season two coming June 15th! With that, Paramount has given us a new tasty trailer to sink our teeth into. The full crew of the pod gets together on this one, we unpack the details you might have missed and discuss potential changes and shifts to the overall canon of the prime timeline. HOSTED BY Mike …

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68. Star Trek: Essays Exploring the Final Frontier 51:06

1+ y ago51:06

51:06

In this episode of WE ARE STARFLEET, Ashley Thomas speaks with returning guest Professor Amy H. Sturgis on a new collection of Star Trek essays from Vernon Press' Series in Cinema and Culture, appropriately titled "Essays Exploring the Final Frontier." The book invites us to consider the philosophy and the ethos of the Star Trek franchise through a…

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079: LD: Crisis Point 33:28

1+ y ago33:28

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On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek Lower Decks, Crisis Point (Season 1, Episode 9). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Freeman and Ensign Boimler. Therapy works! That's the theme of this episode. But we also get an incredible look at the wrong way to prepare for an interview or a performance evaluation - and, spoiler ale…

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67. Star Trek Legacy: The Refit Model 37:16

1+ y ago37:16

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In this episode of the ongoing Trek podcast, WE ARE STARFLEET, hosts Mike and Ian discuss the upcoming changes to the podcast, as we move into regular coverage for STRANGE NEW WORLDS in June. The topic of Picard naturally comes up, and the duo talks about the reality of "Star Trek Legacy" being greenlit. HOSTED BY Mike Slamer & Ian Buckley PATREON …

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078: TOS: The Man Trap 32:03

1+ y ago32:03

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On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek The Original Series, The Man Trap (Season 1, Episode 5). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Kirk. There is a shape-shifting, salt vampire on Planet M-113 and McCoy is in love with it! Sort of. He's in love with the shape it shows. So, he ends up making some egregious mistakes. In this e…

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077: DS9: Behind the Lines 38:45

1+ y ago38:45

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On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek Deep Space 9, Behind the Lines (Season 6, Episode 4). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Sisko and Admiral Ross. Steps When Changing Teams: Acknowledge what you are feeling. Know your role. Servant, and others can serve Express your positive feelings and experiences Link to Fametek Harv…

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076: TNG: The Quality of Life 35:26

1+ y ago35:26

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On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek The Next Generation, The Quality of Life (Season 6, Episode 9). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Picard and Data. Making decisions is one of the things that separates truly great leaders from others. In this episode, Jeff breaks down how Captain Picard listens to multiple, diverse voi…

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075: ENT: Canamar 36:46

1+ y ago36:46

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On this episode, Jeff Akin reviews Star Trek Enterprise, Canamar (Season 2, Episode 17). He will examine the leadership approaches of Captain Archer and the Enolian Official. Customer Service, excellent customer service, is so critical to the success of any venture. In this episode, the Enolian Official provides an amazing example, making him the "…

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