D'Manda Martini - Drag Queen, Cosplayer, Trekkie, Friend
Hailing Frequencies are open — and this week, we’re joined by none other than D’Amanda Martini, the Chanteuse of Southern Maryland! Cosplayer, WATCH Award-winning actor, and four-time nominated costume designer, D’Amanda brings flair, fandom, and fabulousness wherever she goes. We first crossed paths at Trek Long Island, and now she’s beaming aboard to talk cosplay magic, stagecraft, and the enduring power of Star Trek’s message. Tune in for a lively conversation that spans everything from con life to couture, with plenty of laughs and heartfelt moments. Whether you're a fan of fashion, fandom, or just good storytelling — this is one transmission you don’t want to miss. linktr.ee/DMandaMartini #StarTrek #Cosplay #TheatreLife #HailingFrequenciesOpen #TrekLongIsland #DAmandaMartini
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Bonus Episode: Star Trek News from SDCC with Matt Jennings
Hailing Frequencies are open for a special bonus episode! Mike, Damian, and Lanita are joined by returning guest Matt Jennings to break down all the Star Trek news that dropped at San Diego Comic-Con. From surprise trailers to series updates, we’re warping through everything that has us excited for the future of Trek. Whether you're a casual viewer or a full-on Trekkie, you won't want to miss this nerdy deep dive into the latest from the Final Frontier.
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Drag King- Jackson Juniper!
This week, we’re joined by the incredible Jackson Juniper (he/they) — a New York-based drag king and cosplay performer who brings sci-fi swagger and queer joy to every stage he beams onto. As the first drag king to join the crew of To Proudly Go, NYC’s nonprofit charity drag show and Star Trek viewing party, Jackson has helped open the doors for even more kings to join the mission. We chat with Jackson about his journey into cosplay drag, the magic of performing as beloved Trek characters, and why drag and Star Trek are a match made in the final frontier. Plus, we dig into queer and trans representation in the franchise, the legacy of Kirk/Spock fan fiction, and how fandom can be a powerful space for identity and transformation. It’s a glorious mix of glitter, gender, and galaxy-class geekery — don’t miss it!
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HFO After Dark: 'Slut Trek' Away Team Report
Strap in and set phasers to risqué! Lucy Blueskies returns to the pod to dish all the juicy details about Slut Trek: Holodeck—the boldly burlesque Star Trek bash that beamed into Boston earlier this year. Our very own Damilan was on the ground (and maybe a little in the holosuite?) to witness the glorious chaos firsthand. We’re talking drag kings, dazzling performance art, nerdy kink, and unapologetic Trek-loving queerness. Engage, indeed.
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Trek Long Island Away Team Report
Trek Long Island was last weekend—and we’re still riding the warp wave of joy! In this episode, we’re joined by the fabulous Leigh Ellen and Sonyl from To Proudly Go to unpack all the highlights of this queer-friendly, fan-fueled convention. From cosplay sightings to panel chatter, unexpected emotional moments, and the absolute magic of sharing space with fellow Trekkies, we dive deep into what made this con so special. Whether you were there or just wish you were, beam aboard for a heartwarming debrief filled with community, queerness, and a whole lot of Trek love.
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