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Trek experts Dan and Barry discuss a variety of Trek topics, often with special guests! We want to share our love of the Star Trek universe, and celebrate how it has touched our lives. We also cover news and reviews of all new Star Trek shows and films!

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Positively Trek 322: King Arthur and Caligula

Star Trek: Khan - The Aftermath with Writers Kirsten Beyer & David Mack

October 2025 saw the release of the long-awaited Star Trek: Khan audio drama, based on a story by Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan ... more

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Positively Trek 321: Sympathy For the Devil

The Villains We Hate to Love

Over the past 60 years, Star Trek has given us a huge range of villains. From the fine Corinthian tones of Ricardo Montalban’s Khan to the silky charisma of Marc Alaimo as Gul... more

Positively Trek 320: Treading Fluidic Space

This Month’s Star Trek Comics: November 2025

Red Shirts at the mercy of Klingons! Boimler and Rutherford’s new mail-order android isn’t behaving as expected! The Enterprise under attack from deadly drones... more

Positively Trek 319: The Khan That Could Have Been

Star Trek: Khan - Final Episode Review!

In the windy wastelands of Ceti Alpha V, Khan and his followers prepare for their possible salvation. However, a ghost from Khan’s past threatens to undo eve... more

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Carolyn Gerk
Long-time resident of Grimshaw and board member of the Grimshaw Municipal Library
Grimshaw Municipal Library
Episode: Support Your Local Convention!
Chance Gerk
President of the Chamber of Commerce for Grimshaw and organizer of the Mile Zero Fan Summit
Chamber of Commerce of Grimshaw
Episode: Support Your Local Convention!
James Swallow
Author of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds novel "Toward the Night"
Simon & Schuster
Episode: Playing My Favourite Songs
Una McCormack
Author of Star Trek Strange New Worlds: Asylum
Episode: Book Club: Political Wisecracks and Political Cats
Nana Visitor
Actress best known for her role as Colonel Kira Nerys on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
Star Trek
Episode: Nana Visitor Joins Us to Talk About Her New Book!
Greg Cox
New York Times bestselling author and veteran Star Trek author
Independent author
Episode: Book Club: Martha Landon Does Do a Judo Flip
Dayton Ward
Author known for his work in the Star Trek literature
Simon & Schuster
Episode: Book Club: The Story We Didn’t Know We Wanted
David Mack
Author of "Star Trek Picard: Firewall"
Novelist
Episode: Book Club: Seven of Nine Knows Her Name!

Hosts

Dan Gunther
Co-host and one of the main voices, known for his positive commentary and analysis of various Star Trek topics.
Barry DeFord
Co-host known for his engaging insights and commentary on Star Trek themes and characters.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
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    3
    Enrico Fazanatas DeSato
    Germany5 months ago
  • Gone down hill since Barry joined.

    Tried to give this podcast a "fair shake" since he joined. The direction of the podcast has changed dramatically since I first started listening in 2017. The focus of novels over the final season of Discovery was disappointing. Barry started off with well but has been overrunning Dan with his opinions (this has reoccurred to the point of where it is basically a solo show now)

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    Jeff in Melbourne, FL
    United Statesa year ago
  • Positively Wonderful Podcast

    Followed them over from Literary Treks and boy oh boy, I just love ‘em.

    A very thorough look at Star Trek while also being positive. Not afraid to be critical, though - the things we love can also disappoint us. But any criticism is never done in bad faith.

    That’s the fun of loving something - you love it wholly, flaws and all. Which is why this pod rules.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    “The Tank"
    United States2 years ago
  • Lives up to the name!

    Just a really wholesome and and respectful and lovely bunch of folks talking about Star Trek! This show feels like sitting down to a warm cup of coffee in the morning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bman44+dude
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing Star Trek Podcast

    I have listened to both of you on the Trek FM network before I was really happy to see you had made your own podcast and I love that is podcast promote positivity in Star Trek in the Star Trek community. I wish I could give you more then five stars for the rating keep up the great work. LLAP

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jasapor
    United States4 years ago

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Many reviews commend the depth of content, particularly how well the hosts engage with the nuances of the Star Trek universe and its impact on fans.
Listeners appreciate the positive approach taken in discussions, highlighting a refreshing departure from the more negative tones often found in fandom debates.

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Playing My Favourite Songs
Q: Do they give you a series Bible or are you just going based on the scripts and what you've seen on screen?
At this point, I pretty much know Star Trek, so I don't think I need to know who these characters are. They were sending me the scripts for the third season.
Playing My Favourite Songs
Q: Was this an idea that you pitched or did this come from editorial? How did this get started?
The idea to write a Star Trek: Strange New Worlds novel came from Kirsten Byer at Star Trek HQ, who asked if I would contribute a story to the new series, with a lot of creative freedom granted.
Book Club: Seven of Nine Knows Her Name!
Q: Where did the idea for a Seven backstory novel originate?
The idea originated when David Mack was watching Star Trek Picard season one and was inspired by Seven of Nine's character and the Fenris Rangers.
Nana Visitor Joins Us to Talk About Her New Book!
Q: Would you be open to doing a documentary based on this book?
I would be very open to it, especially if I can gain access to interview more women involved in the new shows.
Nana Visitor Joins Us to Talk About Her New Book!
Q: What was it like for you carrying the weight of all of these stories over the writing of this book?
It was overwhelming at times, requiring a lot of courage to be honest about my thoughts on how others were depicted. I often had to push myself to just write it down.

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What is Positively Trek about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Engaging enthusiasts of a beloved sci-fi franchise, the content focuses on a variety of Star Trek topics, including character analyses, the examination of different series and films, and current developments in the franchise. The hosts, known for their positive and inclusive approach, often feature special guests to enhance discussions surrounding the cultural impact of Star Trek on its fanbase. Unique to this content is its commitment to uplifting narratives within the franchise while providing critical insights, ensuring that discussions remain both informative and entertaining for listeners.

Listeners can expect a mix of thoughtful commentary on longstanding themes along with lively exchanges about current events and character storyline... more

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