Christine Chapel: Medicine, Mischief, and the Modern Trek Hero
We’re heading into Sickbay for the first medical mission of our Women of Strange New Worlds series—spotlighting Nurse Christine Chapel. Once a background presence in The Original Series, Chapel has become one of Strange New Worlds’most dynamic, witty, and emotionally rich characters thanks to Jess Bush’s layered portrayal.Joining host Jodi Pickens is guest Amy Imhoff—writer, speaker, and Star Trek commentator—who brings her sharp insight and deep fandom knowledge to this conversation. Together, they explore Chapel’s defining episodes (Ghosts of Illyria, Charades, and more), her relationships, and the real-world resonance of her story.From medicine to mischief, we examine how Christine Chapel went from Sickbay sidekick to scene-stealing star—and why her journey matters in modern Trek.
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The Mind Behind the Myth: Kirsten Beyer on Crafting Star Trek: Khan
In Part 3, Jodi Pickens welcomes Kirsten Beyer, co-creator of the Star Trek: Khan audio series and long-time Trek writer and producer. Kirsten delves into the creative process behind reimagining Khan’s origin, weaving canon with new lore, and the challenges of balancing legacy with innovation.Discover how the series came to life, what it reveals about Starfleet, and why this story needed to be told now.🖖 From script to soundscape—go behind the scenes of Star Trek: Khan with the writer who made it possible.
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Building the Myth: Wrenn Schmidt on Marla McGivers & the Heart of Star Trek: Khan
In Part 2 of our Clonestar Podcast interview series, Wrenn Schmidt joins Jodi Pickens to discuss her portrayal of Lieutenant Marla McGivers in the Star Trek: Khan audio series.Schmidt reflects on stepping into the shoes of a classic TOS character, the emotional complexity of McGivers’ relationship with Khan, and how this new series expands the character beyond her original 1967 appearance.It’s a fascinating exploration of love, duty, and what it means to see Marla McGivers through a modern lens.
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Khan Lives: Naveen Andrews on Redefining a Star Trek Icon
In Part 1 of our exclusive Star Trek: Khan interview series, Jodi Pickens sits down with Naveen Andrews, who takes on the formidable role of Khan Noonien Singh in the new audio series. From stepping into the shoes of one of sci-fi’s most legendary villains to exploring Khan’s origin through a fresh, character-driven lens, Naveen discusses the complexity, intensity, and legacy of Star Trek’s most enigmatic adversary.Hear how he approached the performance, what drew him to the role, and why this version of Khan may be the most human yet.🖖 Power, legacy, and reinvention—Khan has never sounded like this before.
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The Women of Strange New Worlds : Una Chin-Riley
We’re kicking off our brand-new series with Commander Una Chin-Riley—Starfleet’s Number One. Calm under fire, precise in command, fiercely loyal… and hiding a secret that could have ended her career before it began.From her origins in The Cage to Rebecca Romijn’s powerful modern portrayal, we explore Una’s defining episodes, her impact on Strange New Worlds, and the real-world parallels that make her one of Trek’s most inspiring officers.Joining us are Tilly & Susan Bridges—the writing duo behind the upcoming Star Trek Voyager – Homecoming comic, contributors to Star Trek Adventures, consultants on Star Trek Prodigy, and writers for Monster High.
Embark on an enthralling journey with your intrepid hosts Seo Hurley & Mike Overton as they explore the captivating realms of Star Trek, transporting you to new frontiers.
• Step into The War Room, your shuttle to exclusive interviews with Starfleet's finest!
• Beam into Ten Forward, where our very own Mike Overton breaks down every thrilling episode for your viewing pleasure.
• Warp to Cinestar, where we boldly go into the cinematic archives to discuss classic films that are as timeless as a Vulcan's logic!
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