Star Trek Stories

It's A Wonderful Q ... that timeless holiday classic where sad old Captain Picard dies of heartbreak and goes to heaven. After meeting God, he learns that he has been given one chance to go back and fix one big mistake in life--a chance he decides to take! However, our favorite Captain is about to find out that maybe he had nothing to fix after all. So curl up under a cozy blanket, grab some cocoa...

Is this the one where Alicia Silverstone plays Q? Is that a thing?--and if not, how can we make that train wreck happen? While we might be Alicia Silverstone-less in this episode, we're also Picard-less and TNG-less, which is fairly rare for a Q-ful episode. Let's see how the motley station crew handles our favorite omnipotent being in this crossover episode of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine . Episode...

What a sad podcast this would be if I were a man alone. Fortunately, I have Aaron to keep me company. Also keeping us company this week, we have Wes from The Pensky File ! Yes, fellow Trek podcaster Wes is here to help us make sense of early DS9. Is this a new Star Trek series enjoying a strong start, or is this a show struggling to live up to its fantastic premiere? Let's find out as we watch thi...

Well, folks, we've finally made it to the best Star Trek series of them all, and we will hear no other opinions on the matter. Strangely though, for being the unabashed greatest of them all, this series is still fairly niche and doesn't get the attention it deserves. As a result, we have taken it upon ourselves to become the emissaries of this beloved show and spread its word to the world. Convert...

Alright, y'all, buckle up. We are about to head into peak Golden Age Trek, when Star Trek got so popular that we had two shows on at the same time: Star Trek: The Next Generation and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine . Join us for some drinks and some laughs as we prepare ourselves for part five of our 100 episode list, Venturing Through The Universe. Hosted by Jaron Hatch & Aaron Cole. Email us at s...

Oh, what a lovely day. It's time for bullets. It's time for guzzoline. It's time for war boys. It's time for Max. So witness! WITNESS!! Witness as we take the drive to the chrome lined gates of Valhalla in 2015's Mad Max: Fury Road. Episode discussion starts at 33:23. Hosted by Jaron Hatch, Aaron Cole, with Aren Hatch, Rachel Murtagh, & Kait Wright. Email us at storiedstartrek@gmail.com Visit...

We've once again reached the end of another batch of Star Trek episodes--this time, The TNG Glory Years . Grab a drink and join us for a chat about the fifteen episodes we just watched. Also, we've got a little teaser for Nerd Movies IV and, oh boy, what a treat we have in store for you. Hosted by Jaron Hatch & Aaron Cole. Email us at storiedstartrek@gmail.com Visit our Discord Server at https...

Alright, y'all, it's the "one with the four lights." If you're a newbie, you probably blinked, shook your head, and said, "huh?" If you're a fan, you probably nodded your head in solemn understanding. Suffice it to say, we've come to another all-time classic in the franchise and, oh boy, what a doozy it is. So boil up some Taspar and hunker down for this famously torturous episode of Star Trek: Th...

Tonight on Star Trek , the role of Captain will be played by Ronny Cox <crickets>. Oof, tough crowd. I get that Patrick Stewart is a tough act to follow, but come on, it's the guy from Robocop . Total Recall ? Beverly Hills Cop ? No? Oh well, hopefully the chain of command will keep us together in this polarizing episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation . Episode discussion starts at 18:46....

It's true, Q is back, but is this truly a good episode? We've already gone to the 'Q well' a few times on this show, but is he about to overstay his welcome? Or are we due for yet another banger? The truth will be revealed as we watch another Q episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation . Episode discussion starts at 18:23. This is episode 13/15 in our look at The TNG Glory Years . Hosted by Jaron...

Happy New Year everyone! Grab a drink or two (or five) and join us as we read some emails from our fans!

Today on Star Trek Stories... wait, what the hell is this?

I have to be honest, I was this close to putting a comma in the title, because seeing it without it drives me crazy. I, Claudius ... I, Robot ... and "I Borg." It's times like this where I'm embarrassed to be a Star Trek fan. Hopefully, the content is better than the title, because we're about to watch this grammatically challenged episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation . Episode discussion sta...

I'm confused, isn't taking a duty a #2? They should really be calling this "The Second Duty." Either way, if you need a potty break, now's your chance, because we've got another Wesley episode on our hands. Yes, even though he's had his final mission, he's back for even more boy genius shenanigans. But who knows, maybe it won't be a crappy episode, despite its suggestive title. Cross your fingers...

I know what some of you are thinking, but this is "Silicon Avatar," not "Silicone Avatar." Now before half of you leave in disinterest, I will say that the title is referring to everyone's favorite character, Mr. Data, so that's got to count for something. He does get the best episodes after all. Or does he? I suppose we'll find out after we watch today's episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation...

Ever since our beloved Wesley Crusher left the show, we've had a slew of random "Ensigns Of The Week" driving the ship, each only ever having one line. Well, those days are (kinda) over! We now have a new character who will be semi-permanently taking over the spot every now and then, for like a season-and-a-half. Geez, when I put it like that, I guess it really isn't all that exciting. Well, let's...

Ah, they finally did an episode about yours truly. It's about time I got recognized for my work as host of this podcast. Despite my accomplishments, however, I am merely a receptacle for the truth that lies within my physical body-- Star Trek trivia. It is that which much be saved at all costs, it is all that I am. What better way to pass on that sacred trivia than by all watching this episode of...

I wonder what it would feel like to be hit by Qpid's arrow. I mean talk about a big bang. Let's hope that's what we get there, as Star Trek 's attempts at romance usually end in a little whimper. But who knows, we are also getting Robin Hood this week, so maybe they'll finally hit the bullseye. Or maybe the producers will split Robin's romantic arrow and curse the franchise to eternal un-sexiness....

Who doesn't love Chief O'Brien? Apparently, the universe doesn't, as he quickly becomes Star Trek's 'must suffer' character. I mean, come on, look at the title for this one. Poor guy... but yay for us, as suffering is always fun to watch on TV. So sit back, relax, and escape from your own troubles by watching O'Brien wallow in his in this episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation . Episode discuss...

You don't know a person until you've walked a mile in their shoes. If that person is someone who serves aboard the Enterprise -D, that fortunately means a gentle stroll down softly carpeted, well lit corridors. I wonder if that would get dull though, endlessly enjoying a casual walk from duty assignment to duty assignment. Maybe day-to-day life on the Enterprise is actually insufferably boring and...

Hopefully, this is not our final episode, as listenership always tanks when we focus on everyone's favorite boy genius, Wesley Crusher. You might ask then, why do we even do Wesley episodes, if no one likes them? I would respond by asking, well why did TNG do so many Wesley episodes if no one liked him? Is it possible we all actually love Wesley, but are too embarrassed to admit it? Probably not,...

Did you know that future imperfect is a grammatical term? Of course, we only bring it up for trivia purposes. We shall not be using any future imperfects on this podcast. The only futures we accept here on this podcast are perfect ones, as we are in fact a perfect podcast. So join us in our pefection and we shall all enjoy this episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation. Episode discussion starts a...

"Remember me?" That might be the most awkward question to ever have to answer, especially when the face is unfamiliar. Fortunately, I never have this problem, as I never interact with anyone. It's nice having a podcast with no guests or co-hosts. It's even better being the only person in the entire universe. There's no one to distract me from watching this unforgettable episode of Star Trek: The N...

Oh brother, it's time for more Data. Or should we have said... oh Data, it's time for more brother. Or maybe... oh Data & brother, it's time for more Soong. How about... oh boy, it's time for more Brent Spiner. Yeah, let's use that one. Oh boy, it's time for more Brent Spiner in this unforgettable episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation . This is the beginning of part four of our 100 episode...

Glory be! We are on the cusp of a magical time in both Star Trek and TNG. Before we get into it though, let's throw back a few beers and enjoy a little R&R in this little teaser for part four of our 100 episode list, Venturing Through The Universe. Hosted by Jaron Hatch & Aaron Cole. Email us at storiedstartrek@gmail.com Visit our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/6ynq25Zvkh