ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker

In this episode of Engage with Trekkie and Trekker , we welcome lifelong Star Trek fan Cristie Purple for a fun, honest, and deeply Trekkie conversation about fandom, reboots, conventions, cruise life, and why the Kelvin timeline deserves more love. Cristie shares how she became a fan through The Original Series , what keeps bringing her back to Star Trek events, and why the 2009 reboot still hold...

Duncan K. Fraser beams aboard ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker for a conversation that goes behind the scenes, across timelines, and straight into the heart of Star Trek fandom. Duncan shares what it was like working on Star Trek: Enterprise as NX-01 crewman Ensign Walsh, how being part of the production shaped his appreciation for Trek, and why he still approaches the franchise first and foremost...

In this episode of Engage with Trekkie and Trekker , we welcome Oren, also known as T’Pan, for a thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation about Star Trek, space, humanity, and the stories that stay with us. Oren shares how The Original Series first entered her life through watching with her father, and how Trek has continued to connect with her curiosity about science, society, diplomacy, music, a...

Trekker’s brother Adam beams aboard Engage with Trekkie and Trekker for a conversation that starts with childhood Star Trek memories and a doomed Enterprise-D toy, then warps into the big questions that make Trek fandom so much fun. Adam shares why Dr. Crusher stands out as his favorite character, why The Next Generation episode “Disaster” is such a strong ensemble story, and why the Genesis devic...

This week on ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker , we’re joined by Kerry, a lifelong Star Trek fan from Oklahoma City whose Trek journey began with The Original Series reruns and deepened when The Next Generation premiered. The conversation also travels through time with Kerry’s favoriate Star Trek invention: the Guardian of Forever. We ask ourselves - "if you had the power to change the past, would y...

In “Sharing Kronos with Cassandra,” Trekkie and Trekker welcome Cassandra back for a lively conversation about Star Trek conventions, cruises, cosplay dreams, and the friendships that form when fans find each other. Cassandra shares how she entered the convention and cruise world only a few years ago after wanting to go for a long time. What started as one Star Trek cruise quickly opened up a whol...

In “The Search for Janeway’s Buns with Scarlett,” Trekkie and Trekker welcome Scarlett for a fun, heartfelt, and very stylish trip through her lifelong Star Trek fandom. Scarlett treks through a number of topics like Captain Janeway’s iconic bun, Voyager nostalgia, true crime, holodecks, Jadzia Dax heartbreak, Star Trek cruises, and why the franchise shaped her into someone who tries to see every...

In this episode of ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker , we boldly explore the fan behind the fandom with Dimo… a mechanical engineer, sci-fi fan, and newer Star Trek convert whose journey into the franchise began with one unforgettable episode: “The Measure of a Man.” Dimo shares how his wife introduced him to Star Trek, why Data became the character who hooked him, and how The Next Generation helped...

In this episode of ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker , we 're exploring Georgia… a London-based Trekkie whose Star Trek favorites stretch from the moral complexity of Deep Space Nine to the hilarious chaos of Lower Decks . Georgia shares how Star Trek grew from childhood background noise into a meaningful source of comfort, connection, and inspiration. We talk about Data, difference, autism, belongi...

Robbie joins ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker for a heartfelt conversation about finding comfort, clarity, and connection through Star Trek. From growing up around his dad’s fandom to discovering his own deep love for Voyager, Robbie shares how Trek became a safe space, a focus tool, and a lens for understanding people across differences. Together, we explore the power of Voyager’s journey home, th...

In this episode of ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker , Cassandra joins us to talk about the Star Trek stories that shaped her life, her love for Deep Space Nine, and why Benjamin Lafayette Sisko stands out as her favorite character. From The Visitor and The Measure of a Man to the return of the Enterprise-D in Picard , Cassandra reflects on the moments that made her feel seen, inspired, and connecte...

In this episode we dive deep with a missionary kid who found a sense of home with the Star Trek universe. We talk about many things - but among them we explore metaphysics and the metaphysical - while enjoying a hearty laugh all together.

Kori is not just a Star Trek fan; she is an embodiment of the community spirit that thrives in these fandoms. With a background that includes a tax and bookkeeping business, she balances her professional life with her passion for Star Trek. Kori's vibrant personality shines through as she recounts her experiences, making her a relatable figure for anyone who has ever felt the warmth of a fandom.

Meg shares that Star Trek has profoundly influenced her worldview. "It's honestly made me a better person—more understanding and accepting of different perspectives," she states. She credits episodes from Star Trek: The Next Generation for teaching her about tolerance and empathy, especially the narrative arcs that challenge societal norms.

In this episode of Engage with Trekkie and Trekker , we talk with Lauryn, a newer Star Trek fan whose love of The Next Generation and favorite character, Q , led her all the way from the UK to the United States to attend her first voyage on Star Trek: The Cruise . We discuss fandom, friendship, her standout Q costume, favorite episodes like Deja Q , and how Star Trek has shaped her perspective. It...

Red alert … we have launch clearance! In “First Contact,” Trekkie and Trekker begin their journey into the heart of Star Trek fandom by sharing how they each discovered the franchise, the characters who captured their imaginations, and the community that keeps them coming back. Expect stories, laughter, thoughtful reflection, and a celebration of the fans who help keep Star Trek alive.

ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker - a podcast boldly exploring the fans that make up the Star Trek fandom - hits warp speed ahead on April 5, 2026 to celebrate First Contact Day! Join us each week as we expand our universe through getting to know one person at a time!