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On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry is joined by  Thad Hait to discuss all the latest Star Trek news. This week, Alex and his guest discuss the following stories from around the web: Inverse: "Tomorrow's Enterprise" Was Almost The Strange New Worlds Series Finale (10:12) Variety: 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' Star Celia Rose Gooding Breaks Down That Time-Jumping Season 4 Finale (16:37) Variety: 'Star Trek' New York Comic-Con Panel to Feature William Shatner, 'Starfleet Academy' Season 2 Stars (23:49) TrekCore: Factory Entertainment Announces New STRANGE NEW WORLDS, VOYAGER, and STAR TREK IV Prop Replicas (32:34) In addition, stick around to Thad's opinion that Star Trek taking a creative break may be no bad thing, and Alex reflecting on the latest news about the newly merged Skydance Corporation's streaming leadership shakeup that might mean even more changes to the executives overseeing the future of the Star Trek franchise on television. *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!

On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry is joined by Star Trek Strange New Worlds producing director Chris Fisher, who directed this week's episode "Tomorrow's Enterprise," for a supplemental interview special. In a follow up to our June interview discussing Chris's career and work on Strange New Worlds, we go deep into this week's Strange New Worlds season four finale "Tomorrow's Enterprise," which Chris directed. We discuss the episode's story, production challenges, easter eggs, and how the director steers the ship of their episode towards your TV screen. It's a great discussion, but make sure you've watched "Tomorrow's Enterprise" before you listen!  *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!

On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry is joined by  Abby Sommer to discuss all the latest Star Trek news. This week, Alex and his guest discuss the following stories from around the web: Radio Times: Star Trek writer Akiva Goldsman shares disappointing update on proposed spin-off (10:03) TV Line: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Star Paul Wesley Breaks Down Kirk's Power Struggle, Teases A 'Much More Serious' Final Season (18:55) TrekMovie: Interview: 'Strange New Worlds' Showrunner On Rest Of Season 4, 'Year One,' And 'Doctor Who' Crossover (26:29) TrekCore: Le Creuset Cookware Announces New LE CREUSET x STAR TREK Collaboration for 60th Anniversary (33:49) In addition, stick around to Abby's theory about how this week's episode of Strange New Worlds ties into Lower Decks, and Alex reflecting on the vibe shift for Strange New Worlds between seasons 2 and 3, and whether a quest for bigger ratings had anything to do with it. *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!

On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry is joined by Nacelle Company CEO Brian Volk-Weiss for a supplemental interview special. SPOTIFY LINK Brian returns to WeeklyTrek to discuss The Center Seat season two, which is streaming now. Hosted by Gates McFadden, The Center Seat's second season traces Star Trek's transitions between movies — first, the handoff from the original Star Trek crew to The Next Generation and their four movie run, followed by the three JJ Abrams Kelvin Timeline movies. Alex and Brian discuss what Brian learned about the TNG and Kelvin Timeline movies from making this documentary, the challenges of presenting an honest accounting of projects that are still relatively recent, and some of the tips and tricks for making a compelling documentary.  *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!

On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry brings you a special 60th anniversary episode reflecting on this important milestone for Star Trek in a moment of uncertainty. Alex looks back on his own 31.5 year journey as a Star Trek fan to think about whether new episodes and movies were the driving force of his Star Trek fandom, or all the experiences of being a fan. I hope as you listen to my Star Trek fan journey you'll be inspired to put together a list of highlights of your own Star Trek fan journey and share the moments were most meaningful to you. Happy 60th Anniversary, Star Trek! Here's to many more anniversaries to come. *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!

On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry is joined by  Peter Hong to discuss all the latest Star Trek news. This week, Alex and his guest discuss the following stories from around the web: TrekMovie: Paramount Exec Touts "Next Iteration" Of Star Trek TV: "It's Imperative" (14:25) Variety: How 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' Pulled Off That Madcap Puppet Episode (22:33) TV Insider: 'Star Trek': Holly Hunter Teases 'Starfleet Academy' Season 2 After Cancellation (32:59) TrekMovie: Interview: 'Star Trek' Comic Writer On Carrying Legacy Of Captain Seven And Paying Off Big 'Picard' Thread (39:13) In addition, stick around to hear Peter wonder whether the modern Star Trek shows will be looked on more favorably in 25 years like Enterprise is now, and Alex reflect on some of the criticism of this week's episode of Strange New Worlds, "Level Five Transporter Accident." *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!

On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry is joined by  Jodi Pickens to discuss all the latest Star Trek news. This week, Alex and his guest discuss the following stories from around the web: Deadline: 60th Anniversary Star Trek Doc With William Shatner Beaming Down To Regal Cinemas In October (09:07) TrekMovie: 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' Director Explains The Mystery Of "The Griffin Incident" [EXCLUSIVE] (15:38) Collider: Hit Star Trek Series Officially Returns After 5 Years With New Trailer [Exclusive] (23:53) TrekMovie: Star Trek Movie Rereleases Beaming Into Theaters – With Souvenir Popcorn Bucket (31:33) In addition, stick around to hear Jodi and Alex reflect on what this year's Creation Entertainment STLV convention for the 60th anniversary of Star Trek means for the franchise moving forward. *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!

On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry is joined by  Marina Kravchuk to discuss all the latest Star Trek news. This week, Alex and his guest discuss the following stories from around the web: TrekCore: STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS Teases Returning Characters and Twisty Timelines in New Season 4 Trailer (09:13) TrekCore: STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY Adds New Cadet for Season 2, Plus: Watch SDCC's 60th Anniversary Tribute! (15:56) TrekCore: Kids' Webseries STAR TREK SCOUTS Renewed for Second Season (19:35) TrekCore: LEGO Announces Original STAR TREK Playset — USS Enterprise Bridge and Transporter Room, Coming September 1 (24:57) In addition, stick around to hear Marina and Alex speculate on what and when we'll hear next about the future of the Star Trek franchise after very little new information came out of San Diego Comic Con this past weekend. Alex thinks we might be in for a bit of a wait. *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!

On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry is joined by Star Trek Strange New Worlds' producing director Chris Fisher for a supplemental interview special. Chris has been intimately involved in the entire production of Strange New Worlds. He has directed six episodes of the series, including "A Quality of Mercy," "Hegemony, Part II" and this week's "Valles Marineres," and was on set throughout the whole production run of the show. As a result, Chris has unique insights into the production of Strange New Worlds, and the show's forward leaning virtual production approach.  Alex talks to Chris about his Star Trek history prior to Strange New Worlds, the way the show was made, Chris's experiences directing some of the series' highest-rated episodes, and we dive deep into this week's season four premiere, "Valles Marineres." We also talk about Chris's book, The Producers' Guide to Virtual Production, which case studies his experiences on Strange New Worlds.  *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!

On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry is joined by  Jamie McGregor to discuss all the latest Star Trek news. This week, Alex and his guest discuss the following stories from around the web: TrekCore: Here Are the Episode Titles for STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS Season 4! (08:44) TrekMovie: 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' Showrunners Defend Continuity, Reveal Season 4 Episode Themes (19:22) TrekCore: STAR TREK Beams Down to SDCC 2026 with Panels, Activations, a STRANGE NEW WORLDS Screening, and More! (28:06) TrekCore: Factory Entertainment Unveils Four 2026 STAR TREK Convention Exclusives, Preorders Open Now (35:38) In addition, stick around to hear Jamie's opinion that the cancellation of Starfleet Academy had more to do with the economic situation of Paramount Skydance – in the middle of a merger with Warner Bros – than anything about the show itself, and Alex's sense that the 60th anniversary is not really living up to the hype. *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!

On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry is joined by  Bill Mann to discuss all the latest Star Trek news. This week, Alex and his guest discuss the following stories from around the web: TrekCore: Watch the New STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS Season 4 Trailer! (12:21) TrekMovie: Ro Laren Returns In 'Star Trek: Shadow Frontier' Horror Game Featuring Michelle Forbes (23:02) TrekCore: STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY Available for Digital Purchase Today (31:15) TrekCore: Vice Press Unveils Remastered STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION Enterprise-D Ready Room Artwork for Limited-Edition Posters (36:29) In addition, stick around to hear Bill discuss his hopes for San Diego Comic Con this year, and Alex reflect on his recent (abbreviated) visit to the Trek Long Island convention and how busy it was. *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!

A special treat for WeeklyTrek subscribers: a special bonus episode with the complete Warp Factor Five premiere! Back this weekend with a regular episode of WeeklyTrek covering the latest Star Trek news. Warp Factor 5 host Alex Perry is joined by TrekRanks host Jim Moorhouse to kick off Warp Factor Five! This week, Alex and his guest discuss the Star Trek: Enterprise season 1 episodes: Broken Bow Fight or Flight Strange New World Unexpected Terra Nova Alex and his guest discuss and rate each episode (giving each episode a warp factor rating between 1 and 5), and pick from this block of episodes the best series regular performance, best guest star performance, best production design element, best quiet moment, and best loud moment. We'll also share our memories of the first time we watched these episodes, and discuss how this block of five episodes contributes to the larger Star Trek story. Submit Your Ratings I want to hear from you about these episodes! What ratings do you give them? Rate them between Warp Factor 1 and Warp Factor 5 (half warp factors are acceptable!)  Who gave the best series regular performance? Who was the best guest star? What was the best production design moment? Best quiet moment? Best loud moment?  Send your thoughts on these episodes to Alex at [email protected] or @alexandertperry on X or @alextperry on BlueSky and Threads. At the end of each season we'll hold a season recap episode ranking the episodes of each season, include your ratings, and talk about your picks.  About Warp Factor 5 Warp Factor 5 is a Star Trek rewatch podcast covering the entire Star Trek franchise in chronological, in-universe order, five episodes at a time. Twice a month, host Alex Perry is joined by a guest to review and discuss the next five episodes of Star Trek, exploring over 60 years of rich, connected storytelling from the earliest days of the NX-01 to the far future of the 32nd century. From Star Trek: Enterprise and Discovery through Strange New Worlds, The Original Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, Lower Decks, Prodigy, Picard, and Starfleet Academy, Warp Factor Five gives you a new way to rewatch and enjoy the Star Trek franchise. Happy 60th anniversary!

On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry reflects on the recent news that Amazon Studios has canceled the Stargate revival show they announced late last year, before filming even started, out of concerns that it would only appeal to the built in fanbase and not expand the franchise's appeal. What does that have to do with Star Trek? Alex thinks there's a vibe shift underway for legacy franchises with bult in fanbases, and you'll either hear thoughtful commentary on the current state of Star Trek or the beginning of a midlife crisis playing out in real time. Let me know which! *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!

On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry is joined by  Jenn Tifft to discuss all the latest Star Trek news. This week, Alex and his guest discuss the following stories from around the web: TrekCore: STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS Producers Talk Season 4's Puppet Episode, Lack of 'Big Bad,' and Attempts Beam In Shatner (10:18) TrekCore: STAR TREK Publishing Updates: New USS Athena Guidebook, 60th Plans from IDW, and Two New WEBTOON Comic Series Debut (19:54) TrekMovie: Hallmark Reveals 5 Star Trek Ornaments For 2026, Including Spock Fighting Snakes (26:11) TrekCore: Introducing TrekCore's Newest Podcast, WARP FACTOR 5, Revisiting 60 Years of STAR TREK Adventures in Chronological Order (29:33) In addition, stick around to Jenn's wish for Star Trek fan discussions to return to talking about the shows themselves (and a little less about the political context for the shows), and Alex's theory about the characterization of Malcolm Reed from Star Trek: Enterprise – tune into Warp Factor 5 to hear more! *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!

TrekCore is excited to announce the launch of a second podcast to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Star Trek – Warp Factor 5: A Star Trek Rewatch Podcast. Launching alongside our longrunning WeeklyTrek news podcast, every two weeks on Thursdays host Alex Perry will be joined by a guest to discuss and rate the next five episodes of Star Trek in in-universe chronological order beginning with Star Trek: Enterprise and traveling forward from there. In each episode, Alex and his guest will discuss and rate five episodes of Star Trek, and then pick from across those five episodes the Best Series Regular Performance, Best Guest Performance, Best Production Design Element, Best Quiet Moment, and Best Loud Moment. They'll also discuss how these five episodes contribute to the larger Star Trek narrative across more than 900 episodes, and share memories of the first time they watched the episodes – was it live on UPN? BBC 2? WPIX Channel 11? Sky One? CIC VHS tapes? DVD? Netflix? Paramount+? There are two things that make Warp Factor 5 distinct from most Star Trek rewatch podcasts: discussing five episodes at a time, and moving through the franchise in in-universe chronological order. Examining five episodes at a time gives space to compare episodes in blocks, examining in greater detail differences in character and themes. And beginning with Enterprise and moving in in-universe chronological order gives a new way to enjoy the Star Trek story, as an inter-connected narrative spanning 60 years of real history and over one thousand years of narrative history.  The show will begin with Enterprise, followed by Discovery's first two seasons, Strange New Worlds, Star Trek, The Animated Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, Lower Decks, Prodigy, Picard, Discovery's last three seasons, and Starfleet Academy. Where will the Kelvin Timeline movies fall? What about the Short Treks? The TNG movies? How will you handle the period during the 1990s when two Star Trek shows were on at once? You'll just have to listen to find out! This is a rewatch podcast, and we'll be discussing full spoilers for past and future Star Trek as we make our way through the shows. But you don't have to be a Star Trek expert to enjoy Warp Factor 5. Each episode discussion will include a synopsis of the episode we're talking about to jog your memory, with plenty of audio clips from the episodes so you can hear for yourself the moments that are being discussed. If you've always had the desire (like Alex has!) to rate every episode of Star Trek and figure out which episodes are your favorites (or least favorite!), we hope you'll join us at home, watch the episodes with us, and submit your ratings. Also make sure to let us know your picks for Best Series Regular, Best Guest Performance, Best Production Design Element, Best Quiet Moment, and Best Loud Moment! Alex will be gathering all the ratings and feedback received and at the end of each season will have a special episode discussing feedback and the final definitive ranking of that season's episodes.  Warp Factor Five is available now on all your podcast platforms so make sure to subscribe to ensure that you don't miss an episode. The first episode of the show, covering the Star Trek: Enterprise season one episodes "Broken Bow," "Fight or Flight," "Strange New World," "Unexpected," and "Terra Nova," will debut on Thursday, June 18. Join us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more!