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TrekHeadlines 5 - 2 Watch: Pre-Las Vegas Edition
Jul 27 2024
TrekHeadlines 5 - 2 Watch: Pre-Las Vegas Edition
Join Eleanor Brittany for a special July 26, 2024, pre-Las Vegas convention edition of The TrekConvention Podcast! In this episode, Eleanor highlights five key headlines leading up to the Creation Trek celebration in Las Vegas:1. Get the latest update on the impressive guest count of 183, but sadly, Marc Alaimo (Gul Dukat) won't be attending this year.2. The convention schedule is now available, so start planning your must-see panels and ensure there's time for lunch.3. Discover the full list of 2024 events after your favorite panel, and remember to stay hydrated.4. Check out the ticket availability for autographs and photo ops—there's still time, but just barely.5. Celebrate a milestone with our executive producer, marking his 12th year attending the Las Vegas Trek celebration, remembering Leonard Nimoy's retirement announcement in 2011.Stay updated with all the latest news at TrekConvention.com and TrekHeadlines.com. Tune in next week for more Trek headlines, and if you're attending the convention, be sure to say hello to Bill. Don't forget to listen to the full July episode, now live and worth a listen.Until next time, go boldly!Send us a textSupport the showThe TrekConvention Podcast with reviews and updates of: Upcoming Trek and pop-culture fan events and conventions with our favourite Trek headlines. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube & Instagram Find event photos, merchandise, and articles at TrekConvention Shop at shop.TrekConvention.com Find Fan Events events.TrekConvention.com
JULY 2024: Pre-STLV 2024: Trek Updates, Discovery Finale, and Convention Tips
Jul 6 2024
JULY 2024: Pre-STLV 2024: Trek Updates, Discovery Finale, and Convention Tips
In this July episode of the Trek Convention Podcast, we gear up for the highly anticipated STLV 2024 in Las Vegas! Join us as we dive into the latest Star Trek news, including the mixed reactions to the Star Trek: Discovery season finale and exciting updates like Terry Metawas's rumored remake of the 1985 classic, *Enemy Mine*. Plus, hear our thoughts on what makes series finales so challenging to get right. Get ready for some pre-convention excitement as Bill discusses his packing strategy (or lack thereof) and shares handy tips for navigating conventions. Jenna chimes in with her top picks for photo ops, focusing on beloved Trek stars and their roles in other favorite series. We also revisit some nostalgic moments and preview the famous Photo Ops Challenge, where we each pick our dream photo ops within a $300 budget.Whether you're a die-hard Trekkie or a casual fan, this episode is packed with insights and fun! Don't miss our lively discussions and detailed preparations for one of the biggest Star Trek conventions of the year.🖖 Highlights- Discovery Season Finale Reactions: Breaking down the highs and lows.- Trek News Flash: Latest updates and headlines from the Star Trek universe.- Convention Packing Tips: Essential items to bring for a smooth experience.- Photo Ops Challenge: Who's worth your photo budget? Our picks and reasons!- Listener Interaction: How to give feedback and share your convention experiences.Tune in, engage, and get ready to boldly go where many fans will soon gather! 🚀Send us a textSupport the showThe TrekConvention Podcast with reviews and updates of: Upcoming Trek and pop-culture fan events and conventions with our favourite Trek headlines. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube & Instagram Find event photos, merchandise, and articles at TrekConvention Shop at shop.TrekConvention.com Find Fan Events events.TrekConvention.com
5 TrekHeadlines to Watch: Star Trek: Discovery Delights: Uncovering Season 5's Intriguing Headlines
May 11 2024
5 TrekHeadlines to Watch: Star Trek: Discovery Delights: Uncovering Season 5's Intriguing Headlines
Step aboard the USS Discovery for an exclusive journey through the latest headlines in the Trekverse! I'm Eleanor Brittany, and on the May 10, 2024, edition of The TrekConvention Podcast, we're delving deep into the cosmos of Star Trek Discovery. From brilliant callbacks to mysterious disappearances, we've got it all covered:1. Screenrant uncovers a brilliant Season 1 callback in episode "Whistlespeak," featuring Burnham and Tilly.2. Comicbook.com reveals the witchy reason behind Saru's absence in Season 5.3. Redshirts always Die assures us there's no shortage of Star Trek content coming our way, courtesy of Alex Kurtzman.4. Giant Freakin Robot takes us on a nostalgic journey with Booker's 8-bit throwback downtime, honoring a forgotten franchise video game.5. Feeling lost in the midst of all the hi-jinx? Screen Rant breaks down the clues and characters in Season 5 with their feature "Star Trek Discovery’s 5 TNG Progenitors Scientists & Clues Meanings Explained."Don't miss out on these headlines and more set your phasers to 'subscribe' and boldly go where no fan has gone before!"Send us a textSupport the showThe TrekConvention Podcast with reviews and updates of: Upcoming Trek and pop-culture fan events and conventions with our favourite Trek headlines. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube & Instagram Find event photos, merchandise, and articles at TrekConvention Shop at shop.TrekConvention.com Find Fan Events events.TrekConvention.com
5 TrekHeadlines to Watch: Exploring Starfleet's Future and Honoring Treasured Memories with Alex Kurtzman and Mary Wiseman
May 4 2024
5 TrekHeadlines to Watch: Exploring Starfleet's Future and Honoring Treasured Memories with Alex Kurtzman and Mary Wiseman
Prepare to engage warp drive as we take a journey into the heart of Starfleet's future with the visionary Alex Kurtzman. His insights, straight from Bleeding Cool's exclusive article, reveal a universe expanding in bold new directions, and I, Eleanor Brittany, am your captain for this interstellar voyage on the Trek Convention Podcast. We're also commemorating an emotional milestone within the cosmos as Mary Wiseman reflects on the bittersweet farewell to Discovery, capturing the poignancy of a show that has boldly gone where no one has gone before.Beam down with us to the Star Trek Stage at Pinewood Studios in Toronto, a location now eternally etched in the annals of Trek history, celebrating the saga's indelible mark on our world. Then, brace for a thrilling analysis from Screen Rant, as we revisit the gripping two-parter from Deep Space Nine that forever altered the Trek narrative. Closing our star chart this week, we’ll navigate the life and legacy of the original Captain Kirk – William Shatner opens up in an enthralling tell-all with Joe Blow about his documentary and the iconic role that took us to the final frontier. Join us, fellow Trekkies, as we traverse these cosmic currents together.Send us a textSupport the showThe TrekConvention Podcast with reviews and updates of: Upcoming Trek and pop-culture fan events and conventions with our favourite Trek headlines. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube & Instagram Find event photos, merchandise, and articles at TrekConvention Shop at shop.TrekConvention.com Find Fan Events events.TrekConvention.com