ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker
Claim This Podcastby Trekkie (Megan Ritter) & Trekker (Jason Winningham)
Podcast Overview
<p><strong>ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker</strong> is a podcast for the Star Trek community who want to meet the fans behind the fandom.</p><p>Hosted by neurospicy Trekker and Trekkie hosts, this show explores the real-life adventures of fans whose love of Star Trek has shaped their worldviews, careers, creativity, and friendships.</p><p>Each episode will dive deep with a fan across the spectrum of the Federation... from scientists and storytellers to technologists, educators, and other explorers of every kind.</p><p>Why? Because Star Trek isn't just a show… it's a community of people imagining a better future together.</p>
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Publishing Since
3/22/2026
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Recent Episodes
July 24, 2026
A True Friend of Garak | with Seán Ferrick
<p>What does it take to become a true friend of Garak?</p><p>In this episode of ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker, Seán Ferrick—host and head writer/presenter for TrekCulture—joins us for a lively journey through his life as a Star Trek fan, including his appreciation for Deep Space Nine’s mysterious, complicated, and endlessly fascinating Elim Garak.</p><p>We explore Seán’s first contact with Star Trek, the characters and stories that captured his imagination, and the ways the franchise has influenced his life beyond the screen. Along the way, we discuss friendship, identity, neurodiversity, belonging, and why Star Trek fandom continues to create meaningful connections across the galaxy.</p><p>Whether you are a devoted Niner, a loyal Garak enthusiast, a TrekCulture viewer, or simply curious about the passionate people behind the Star Trek fandom, this conversation has something for you.</p><p>Join Trekkie, Trekker, and Seán Ferrick for “A True Friend of Garak.”</p><p>Subscribe to ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker, share the episode with a fellow fan, and join us as we explore the fans behind the fandom.</p><p>Star Trek. Neurodiversity. Belonging.</p><p>Find Seán Ferrick online:</p><p>TrekCulture: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://whatculture.com/topic/trekculture">https://whatculture.com/topic/trekculture</a></p><p></p><p>Watch the full video on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/PYgTWYeNegQ">https://youtu.be/PYgTWYeNegQ</a></p>
July 17, 2026
All Good Things...from Start to End with Yahel
<p>What if you could experience Star Trek for the very first time all over again?</p><p>In this episode of <strong>ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker</strong>, we're joined by content creator <strong>Yahel</strong> from The Subspace Parlor and Wrestling with Gaming. Together, we explore his lifelong love of Star Trek, his journey introducing the franchise to a friend who's never seen it before, and why All Good Things... remains one of the greatest finales in television history.</p><p>Along the way, we discuss favorite series, unforgettable episodes, the enduring optimism of Star Trek, and how stories like The Outcast can shape the way we see ourselves and others. Add in a few transporter debates, dream Star Trek technologies, and plenty of laughs, and you've got a conversation that's sure to resonate with fans across every era of Trek.</p><p>Whether you've been watching since the Original Series or are just beginning your own voyage, this episode is a celebration of why Star Trek continues to inspire us to boldly go.</p>
July 10, 2026
Reboot Rave with Cristie Purple
<p>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.</p><p>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 holds a special place in her heart. The conversation also explores favorite characters, the joy of seeing actors as real people beyond their roles, the Star Trek technology we wish existed, and the franchise’s long-standing message of inclusion, curiosity, and “let people live.”</p><p>From transporters to bigotry-free bridges, this episode celebrates the strange, funny, and human side of Star Trek fandom.</p>
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- What is ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker?
<p><strong>ENGAGE with Trekkie and Trekker</strong> is a podcast for the Star Trek community who want to meet the fans behind the fandom.</p><p>Hosted by neurospicy Trekker and Trekkie hosts, this show explores the real-life adventures of fans whose love of Star Trek has shaped their worldviews, careers, creativity, and friendships.</p><p>Each episode will dive deep with a fan across the spectrum of the Federation... from scientists and storytellers to technologists, educators, and other explorers of every kind.</p><p>Why? Because Star Trek isn't just a show… it's a community of people imagining a better future together.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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