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Trek Mate’s Continuing Missions: A Star Trek Voyager Novel Review Podcast. Join Sarah, Chris, Caroline, Melissa, and special guest Matt on the first Friday of every month as we review the Star Trek Voyager relaunch novels. Visit our website at TrekmateFamily.com
Upper Pylon Two: a Star Trek Deep Space Nine Podcast. Featuring Melissa from the Delta Quadrant Podcast as well as Matthew, Blair, Chris, Sarah and Tak- all Trekmate family members. Join us every Thursday for in-depth reviews of DS9 episode by episode
The Treknobabble podcasts discusses all things Star Trek, scifi and geek, each week we discuss SciFi movies, series or any subject geeky
A contest between two episodes of Star Trek using various categories to spark conversation.
A weekly podcast where we talk about the best part of watching television: The commercials! Andrew, Genevieve and their guests discuss the ads they love, the ads they hate, and the ads that they love to hate (we're looking at you, Movantik.) afterthesemessagesshow@gmail.com
Starfleet Boy is a casual and informal discussion every week about our beloved series, Star Trek. At the moment we are focused on Star Trek the Next Generation however our discussions span the breadth and width of the Star Trek Universe.
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Trek Mate: A Star Trek Podcast – Episode 204: Trekmas Time!
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Yes its that time of year for over consumption and giving gifts to those you love. So in this episode Wayne and Jude have decided to give each other a very happy Trekmas… in a virtual sense that is. Support us on Patreon HERE. Email us at TrekMate1701@gmail.com Remember to check out our weekly YouTube exclusive episode reviews and other videos on o…
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#272 There's No Business Like Business Business
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It's business time and Andrew and Vieves are making the business of business their business, looking at ads from big companies featuring little companies doing all the work. Plus, dandruff gives women one more thing to worry about, and a listener reveals a surprising connection to convicted criminal and cult leader Keith Raniere.…
Andrew and Vieves take a cue from (allegedly) Ernest Hemingway and construct six word stories about their favorite and least favorite new commercials. Plus, children's toys somehow keep getting worse.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
Andrew and Vieves get some help from the Ad Council as they ring in the new year, including a cherry-flavored blast from the past, a questionable Santa, and some pleas for help from listeners who are looking for ads of their youth.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
'Tis the season for new year's resolutions, and from losing weight to getting organized, Americans' top ten most common resolutions feature a lot of the usual suspects. Andrew and Vieves consider ads that might - in theory - help people keep those resolutions.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
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Episode 33: "11:59" vs. "Carbon Creek"
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Happy Ancestor's Eve to one and all as we celebrate with tales of two of our favorite crew members' 20th century ancestors crashing in small towns with 'Creek' in their name. We compare Voyager's "11:59" and Enterprise's "Carbon Creek".By Ross Webster and Jenn Tifft
Andrew and Vieves wade into the weeds of disclaimers, warnings, and other assorted dodges hiding in commercials' fine print. This week's episode was recorded on a closed course. Do not attempt! Meanwhile, the Ad Council discusses campaigns that evolve over time.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
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Trek Mate: A Star Trek Podcast – Episode 203: False Assumptions
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In this weeks episode we catch up and discuss false assumptions made by some Discovery fans and we have a good old Trek Off. Support us on Patreon HERE. Email us at TrekMate1701@gmail.com Remember to check out our weekly YouTube exclusive episode reviews and other videos on our YouTube channel here: YouTube.com/TheSciFiCollective And whilst you’re …
TBTL host and perennial After-These-Messages content pirate Luke Burbank joins Andrew and Vieves to evaluate this year's crop of commercial Santa Clauses. Plus, it's a great week for jingles, and it's possible that Luke's mom has been an imposter this whole time.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
A Geico ad campaign has got Andrew and Vieves playing a modified MASH game to see how their lives might turn out under different circumstances. Plus New Zealand continues to dominate in the PSA game, and the devil meets his Match.comBy Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
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Episode 31: "The Cage" vs. "If Memory Serves"
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Take a trip to Talos IV with us! Enjoy the plant life, but beware of the locals. It's not an illusion, there really are two Pikes, Vinas, and Spocks, when we compare the Star Trek pilot, "The Cage" and Discovery's "If Memory Serves".By Ross Webster and Jenn Tifft
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Trek Mate: A Star Trek Podcast – Episode 202: Broken Promises
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In this episode we find out just how long it takes for Wayne & Jude to go back on their word… Turns out its about 1 episode. Support us on Patreon HERE. Email us at TrekMate1701@gmail.com Remember to check out our weekly YouTube exclusive episode reviews and other videos on our YouTube channel here: YouTube.com/TheSciFiCollective And whilst you’re …
Andrew outdoes himself by creating a new segment that's sure to earn him a spot in the rhyming hall of fame. Plus, Andy's Corner is back with a grim window into the sexual politics of the past, and one Ad Councilor has some serious pipes.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
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Trek Mate: A Star Trek Podcast – Episode 201: We Hate Trek… Mate!
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In this episode Jude tries to avoid facing the truth… that we hate Star Trek! Support us on Patreon HERE. Buy our merchandise HERE. Remember to check out our weekly YouTube exclusive episode reviews and other videos on our YouTube channel here: YouTube.com/TheSciFiCollective And whilst you’re on our YouTube channel please click Like, Subscribe & sh…
With quarantine dragging on through the holidays, America turns its lonely eyes to boozing it up solo, a fact that hasn't been lost on advertisers. Plus, one listener shines a light on an uplifting ad and another has beef with a laundry machine seller.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
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Episode 30: "One" vs. "Doctor's Orders"
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It's all in our heads, as we fight hallucinations and loneliness while the rest of the crews sleep. Keep us company as we compare Voyager's "One" and Enterprise's "Doctor's Orders".By Ross Webster and Jenn Tifft
Andrew and Vieves are joined by friend and Star Trek Supernerd Ben Harrison who, as the host of not one but TWO Trek-themed podcasts, is happy to school them on the subtle intricacies of ads that boldly go where no ad has gone before. Plus, Ben reveals just how badly Andrew stepped in it by critiquing an advertising bigwig.…
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Trek Mate: A Star Trek Podcast – Episode 200: 2(00) The Max
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Two Trekkies and the Nagus himself celebrate 200 episodes of Trek Mate, the life of Aaron Eisenberg and all things Ferengi. Support us on Patreon HERE. Buy our merchandise HERE. Remember to check out our weekly YouTube exclusive episode reviews and other videos on our YouTube channel here: YouTube.com/TheSciFiCollective And whilst you’re on our You…
There is a special breed of podcasters who have also found work pitching everything from laptops to denim. Andrew and Vieves look at podcasters in commercials this week, and a listener discovers the world's worst thing.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
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Episode 29: "Elaan of Troyius" vs. "The Perfect Mate"
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Join us as we try to make sense out of two episodes of princess trafficking and the plights of two unforgettable women. We compare TOS's "Elaan of Troyius" and TNG's "The Perfect Mate".By Ross Webster and Jenn Tifft
Among the grab bag of adcolades and admonishments this week, Andrew and Vieves look at a new bid for sonic branding by HBO, a Progressive campaign with questionable writing, and a FedEx campaign that has Genevieve concerned for the intellectual property of her favorite sport. Plus, it's parody songs and jingles galore from the Ad Council.…
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Trek Mate: A Star Trek Podcast – Episode 199: Spaaaace!!!
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In this instalment of Trek Mate we take a look at a fun homage to the Final Frontier and A Galaxy Far Far Away from the whacky and awesome series “Teen Titans Go”. Support us on Patreon HERE. Buy our merchandise HERE. Remember to check out our weekly YouTube exclusive episode reviews and other videos on our YouTube channel here: YouTube.com/TheSciF…
A Bud Light ad in heavy rotation sends Andrew on a quixotic hunt for commercials that take place *inside* appliances. Plus, a fan favorite from Progressive Insurance turns out to have real acting chops.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
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Episode 28: "More Tribbles, More Troubles" vs. "The Trouble with Edward"
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More Tribbles, More SnapTrek! We are back and so are our favorite furry friends, the tribbles. It's a SnapTrek first for both The Animated Series and Short Treks, as we compare the other two entries in the Trek Tribble Quad(-rotriticale)rilogy.By Ross Webster and Jenn Tifft
Usually, Andrew and Vieves have to muster up their own hot takes on the commercials they cover, but it turns on that on Twitter, they're just giving them away for free! It's a twitter takeover this week, plus, a diet shake ad makes everyone nostalgic.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
With the season of spookiness upon us, Andrew and Vieves spend this week's show looking at ads that embrace the horror. Plus, a confused fast food chain leaves an equally confusing musical legacy.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
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Trek Mate: A Star Trek Podcast – Episode 198: Animation Station
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In this instalment of Trek Mate we discuss our thoughts and feelings on Lower Decks. Support us on Patreon HERE. Buy our merchandise HERE. Remember to check out our weekly YouTube exclusive episode reviews and other videos on our YouTube channel here: YouTube.com/TheSciFiCollective And whilst you’re on our YouTube channel please click Like, Subscri…
With Snoop Dogg talking to Bad Bunny on a "shell phone", an office worker talking to someone on a coconut phone, and sports fans calling their moms on football phones, Andrew and Genevieve try to answer the biggest question of our day: What even IS a phone anymore? They also cop to a Very Big Whiff (TM).…
Like a dog that chases a car, but wouldn't know what to do if he caught one, advertisers sometimes find themselves with a celebrity spokesperson that they can't make good use of. Andrew and Vieves look at commercials that are wasting some high-dollar stars. Plus, the universe is trying to tell Andrew something about an old friend via an ad for a sh…
Fast food purveyors across the land are making the case for calorie bombs with extreme close-up shots and lots of slow-mo. It's food porn for the great unwashed. Plus, it's Jingle Time....almost.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
Dogs may be the species most affected by the various dings, squeaks and buzzes emanating from commercials, but this week Andrew and Vieves look at all kinds of ads that manage to intrude on our real lives in all sorts of ways. Plus, a pickle jingle for the ages.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
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Trek Mate: A Star Trek Podcast – Episode 197: A Trek Through Time And Space
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In this installment of Trek Mate Wayne and Jude catch up with the latest Trek goings on and discuss the second half Voyager Season 2. Support us on Patreon HERE. Buy our merchandise HERE. Remember to check out our weekly YouTube exclusive episode reviews and other videos on our YouTube channel here: YouTube.com/TheSciFiCollective And whilst you’re …
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Starfleet Boy - A Star Trek Podcast
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Star Trek Short Treks - The Brightest Star
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The Brightest Star gives us insight into Saru's backstory. This is our shortest broadcast of just 21 minutes, but don't let that fool you. We have a lot of fun talking about this episode.By Trek on the Tube, Starfleet Boy
If commercials are any guide, literally NO ONE is #TooBlessedToBeStressed. This week, Andrew and Vieves (with an assist from the New York Times) look at ads that claim to offer a solution to the madness. Plus, listeners confess to the gross games lurking in their toy chests.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
Andrew and Vieves are having a bowl this week -- from the cheeky new ads by Dole to the bewildering campaign for America's grimiest pastime. Plus, Mercedes Benz gives us all a valuable lesson in women's history.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
Kids have always loved disgusting stuff, but Andrew and Vieves wonder if adults haven't taken it too far by marketing games that have kids getting sprayed by toilet water and scrambling after loose turds. Plus, in what can only be one more sign of the apocalypse, Pitbull has a cruise ship.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
The continuing uncertainty of quarantine requirements have marketers taking wild swings and sending mixed messages about how people can safely consume their products. Plus, Andrew and Vieves are relieved to discover that bullying remains one of nature's most effective tactics.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
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Trek Mate: A Star Trek Podcast – Episode 196: Lower Treks
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In this episode Wayne and Jude return to discuss the latest incarnation of Trek, Lower Decks. Will it live up to this podcasts expectations? Support us on Patreon HERE. Buy our merchandise HERE. Remember to check out our weekly YouTube exclusive episode reviews and other videos on our YouTube channel here: YouTube.com/TheSciFiCollective And whilst …
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Episode 27: "Lower Decks" vs. "Good Shepherd"
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In celebration of the newest addition to the Trek Pantheon, "Lower Decks", we are visiting the bottom of the org charts in previous series. We compare TNG's "Lower Decks" with Voyager's "Good Shepherd" and meet some of the scrappy underdogs of Starfleet.By Ross Webster and Jenn Tifft
Jack in the Box's new "Menutaur" mascot gets dragged this week, while comedians Fred Armisen and Amy Shumer surprise and delight. Also, the Mandy Patinkin story just gets weirder and weirder.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
If the spirit does live on after we shuffle off our mortal coil, how grim to imagine that one could spend eternity shilling for Diet Coke and Ikea! Andrew and Vieves look at commercials that rely on the shades of the departed to make the sale. Plus, Diet Coke has another swing and a miss.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
It's a real jinglepalooza this week! With the help of a musical listener stuck in quarantine, Vieves quizzes Andrew on some classic commercial jingles. Plus the Ad Council sings the classics of their childhoods.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
Join us for a rescue mission as our chief engineers get stranded with alien foes in inhospitable environments. We're hoping for a break in the weather as we compare TNG's "The Enemy" and Enterprise's "Dawn".By Ross Webster and Jenn Tifft
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#246 Won't somebody PLEASE think of the children
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Special guests Gus (who's ten and a half years old)and his mom Phyllis (we didn't ask her age)join Andrew and Vieves for a look at commercials through the eyes of a child. It turns out, the kids are alright...with some SUPER weird commercials. The darkness is real, ya'll.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
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Trek Mate: A Star Trek Podcast – Episode 195: Shatner Dilemma
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In this weeks episode Jude decides to throw a few random questions at Wayne in traditional Trek Mate fashion. Support us on Patreon HERE. Buy our merchandise HERE. Remember to check out our weekly YouTube exclusive episode reviews and other videos on our YouTube channel here: YouTube.com/TheSciFiCollective And whilst you’re on our YouTube channel p…
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Episode 25: Zero Hour vs. Such Sweet Sorrow Part II
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Prepare for an adrenaline rush, as we have a battle between two epic season finales. Join us as we wrap up story arcs and travel to very different time travel destinations. With special guest, Alex Perry.By Ross Webster and Jenn Tifft
Andrew and Vieves consider commercials built on flawed premises, failed leaps of logic, and shaky foundations. Or is it all just a lot of smoke and mirrors to disguise a rant about Gordon Ramsay? Plus, a cereal commercial featuring implied bestiality proves the 90s were a weird time to be alive.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
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Trek Mate: A Star Trek Podcast – Special: Revisiting the Podathon
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Join us as we revisit a special time in Trek Mate history back in 2012 when we hosted a 24hr live show in aid of two very worthy causes. With the help of all our listeners we managed to raise £1031.97 for the Watford General Hospital Special Care Baby Unit, and £634 for Amnesty International. The event wouldn’t of been possible without Marc Stamper…
A half-baked theory on the emotional range of commercial robots leads Andrew and Vieves to interrogate the true nature of the mechanical man as he endeavors to sell everything from toilet paper to cell phone plans. Plus, a musical legend leaves behind a diverse commercial legacy.By Andrew Walsh & Genevieve Haas
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Trek Mate: A Star Trek Podcast – Episode 194: The Sacred Promise of Fellatio
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In this weeks episode Wayne and Jude talk more Voyager season 2 as well as the usual random ramblings. Support us on Patreon HERE. Buy our merchandise HERE. Remember to check out our weekly YouTube exclusive episode reviews and other videos on our YouTube channel here: YouTube.com/TheSciFiCollective And whilst you’re on our YouTube channel please c…
