On this Stardate

On This Stardate is a Star Trek podcast that dives into the franchise itself — and the worlds it inspires. Hosts Bryan Cain and Christina Jackson explore Trek alongside real-life themes like politics, culture, and technology with curiosity, wit and humor.

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On this Stardate

The Canon Trap

July 12, 2025 • Bryan Cain • Season 2 • Episode 1

On this Stardate hosts Bryan and Christina—married, opinionated and boldly nerdy—team up with guest Tim Rideout (The Mind Reels) for a no-holds-barred Trek talk focused on Strange New Worlds. From what soared to what sputtered in Seasons 1 and 2, they unpack character arcs, storytelling swings, and why canon might just be a polite suggestion at this point. Expect wild theories, hopeful wishes, and a few spicy predictions about where the Star Trek franchise could boldly (or bizarrely) go next.