Brent Fox

Red Shirt Energy with Brent Fox

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I’m a lifelong sci-fi nerd who somehow missed the mothership—Star Trek. I know, revoke my nerd card. So now I’m catching up, episode by episode, discovering the series that everyone else seems to have grown up with. Expect fresh takes, questionable opinions, and the occasional ‘Wait… that’s what a tribble is?

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Brent Fox

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bpaulfox.podbean.com

Latest episode

Mar 12, 2026

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Episodes

Closing out with "Operation: Annihilate!" 12.03.2026

In the first season finale, Captain Kirk and the crew of the Enterprise find themselves up against an unlikely foe. But how can you fight something that manages to take over your body and mind? And what happens when one of the most important members of the crew falls victim? Find out on the season finale of Red Shirt Energy.

Changing history in "The City on the Edge of Forever" 05.03.2026

Love and duty collide when three members of the Enterprise crew find themselves trapped in 1930s America. Spock knows their presence is a threat to the very future they came from. Find out more in The City on the Edge of Forever.

Fighting with "The Alternative Factor" 26.02.2026

This was one of those episodes where you really needed to keep a close eye on everything otherwise you'll end up missing the major plot points. A seemingly crazy man with a crazy bit of facial hair is battling himself in more ways than one. How will the crew make it through The Alternative Factor?

Running an "Errand of Mercy" 19.02.2026

War is coming between the Federation and the Klingon Empire. Kirk and Spock are ordered to align with a planet, but they're not willing to fight back even when the Klingons invade. Soon it becomes a battle of survival as Kirk and Spock find themselves stuck on a planet full of enemies.

Confronting "The Devil in the Dark" 12.02.2026

The Enterprise crew finds itself up against a creature they've never seen the likes of before. It's killing miners and eating through the rocks. Will the crew make it out alive and discover why this creature is attacking them? Find out in The Devil in the Dark.

Taking a break on "This Side of Paradise" 05.02.2026

After facing total annihilation, the Enterprise finds a calm and relaxing world where everyone there seems happy. But like many places like this, everything is not as it appears. Find out what happens when Spock becomes an emotional person and Kirk must become logical with anger.

Getting "A Taste of Armgaddeon" 29.01.2026

The Enterprise discovers what happens when two planets continue fighting for 500 years. The planets don't face destruction, but this new form of warfare still results in mass casualties. Find out how the crew fights for its own survival when they're the ones on the chopping block.

Planting the "Space Seed" 22.01.2026

Even someone who has never seen Star Trek would know about this episode even if they don't know the title. This episode introduced the Enterprise to the one and only Khan. In his first appearance, Khan displays what makes him so dangerous and why so many willingly followed him during a time of upheaval.

Staying calm with the "Return of the Archons" 15.01.2026

The world is a peaceful and friendly place, but what if that's not reality? What if there was some force keeping everybody from ever truly being themselves? The crew of the Enterprise finds out what it's like when a seemingly omnipotent being takes control of everyone's behavior on this episode.

Defending your actions during "Court Martial" 08.01.2026

What happens when the highly decorated James T. Kirk faces consequences for his actions? Find out during "Court Martial." It's a roller coaster ride from beginning to end.

Learning why "Tomorrow is Yesterday" 01.01.2026

What happens when a 20th Century fighter pilot finds out about the far future? The crew of the Enterprise finds themself on Earth in the 1960s and needs to make sure no one remembers their presence. Find out in the first Star Trek time travel adventure in "Tomorrow is Yesterday."

Facing off in the "Arena" 25.12.2025

Even if you never saw the original Star Trek, you'll recognize this episode. Captain Kirk faces off against the lizard like Gorn in an epic battle for survival. Weapons made from elemental materials and the lives of their crews on the line. Catch the epic clash between man and lizard in the episode, "Arena"

Fighting against "The Squire of Gothos" 18.12.2025

18th Century clothing and futuristic sensibilities clash when the Enterprise crew encounters a strange being who likes to play dress up and have his own strange version of a dinner party. Captain Kirk must get the better of The Squire of Gothos or face certain doom.

Understanding the logic of "The Galileo Seven" 11.12.2025

Never one to walk away from a mystery, a small away team finds themselves trapped on a strange planet. But this time it's Spock who has to lead his group of explorers. Logic dictates one thing, but what happens when logic means putting everyone else's lives at risk? Find out in "The Galileo Seven."

Go planet side for "Shore Leave" 04.12.2025

After a few stressful missions, it's time to take a break with "Shore Leave." The crew finds a beautiful and tranquil planet, but there little vacation soon becomes a fight for survival.

Navigating the "Balance of Terror" 27.11.2025

Plenty of intense looks and seeing a race of aliens that no one has seen before. These and more are found in the episode "Balance of Terror." Captain Kirk and the crew of the Enterprise find themselves chasing down a Romulan ship and moving dangerously close to the Neutral Zone.

Playing on "The Conscious of the King" 20.11.2025

A mystery lands on the crew of the Enterprise as Captain Kirk must decide if a person from his past has returned in a very unlikely place. We delve into "The Conscious of the King" on this episode of Red Shirt Energy

Looking into "The Menagerie Part 2" 13.11.2025

We return to the Enterprise to find out the ultimate fate of a former Enterprise captain in the conclusion to the previous episode. Listen to "The Menagerie Part 2."

Looking into "The Menagerie Part 1" 06.11.2025

What happens when the Enterprise's former captain becomes trapped in his own body? We find out what an old friend and crew mate will risk to help. Listen to "The Menagerie Part 1."

Figuring out "The Corbomite Maneuver" 30.10.2025

What could possibly go wrong when the Enterprise encounters a mysterious glowing cube out in the vacuum of space? Turns out possible destruction. This episode we take a look at how Captain Kirk and the rest of the crew make it out of this dire situation.

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