5 TrekHeadlines 2 Watch: Exploring Trek's Past: From Tarsus IV to Lucille Ball's Legacy

Join Eleanor Brittany in this episode of The TrekConvention Podcast as she dives into five intriguing Star Trek headlines you might have missed. From a detailed recap of the Tarsus IV incident and Kate Mulgrew's challenges on Voyager to guidance for new fans, Cleveland Booker's backstory, and a special tribute to Lucille Ball, this episode has it all. 

Tune in for the latest Trek updates and stay in the loop with the most fascinating stories in the Star Trek universe!

Transcript

I'm Eleanor Brittany, and welcome to the June 28 2024 edition of The TrekConvention Podcast's Five Trek Headlines to Watch. The TrekConvention podcast where I highlight five Trek Headlines you may have missed. 

So let's get right to it!

Number One:
All Those old scientist era Star Trek adventures are difficult to keep straight. As a public service, Gamerant has a brilliant recap in their feature “Star Trek The Tarsus IV Incident, Explained.” 

Number Two:
We all love a challenge and according to Red Shirts Always Die “Star Trek Voyager was challenging for Kate Mulgrew, but she loved it.” And as fans, we loved the results. 

Number Three: 
Redshirts always Die asks “What Star Trek series should new fans start with; the best or the first?” And while you may not agree with the sentiment that the first is not the best, it’s a great article to help new fans get started. 

Number Four: 
Are you still jonesing for Star Trek Discovery trivia? And Want to know more about Booker? GameRant’s feature “The name Cleveland Booker Explained,” should satisfy your curiosity. 

And finally, Number Five:
Every trek fan knows that if it weren’t for Lucille Ball, Star Trek’s second pilot and ultimately the series, would never have happened. In a fitting gesture a Fan tribute puts Lucille Ball in Star Trek uniform.” And Red Shirts Always Die has all the details. 

And that's all for this episode of the TrekConvention Podcast's 5 Trek Headlines to Watch. 

You can find all these articles and the latest updates at TrekConvention.com and, of course, at TrekHeadlines.com. 

I'm Eleanor Brittany. Be sure to check back next time for five more to watch. 

Until then, go boldly.