Keep the Geek in the Family

Journey Through Star Wars and Star Trek Fandom with Leanne In this episode of the Multiverse Comics Podcast, Scott, Steven, and special guest Leanne delve into their personal journeys with fandoms like Star Wars and Star Trek. They share childhood memories, discuss the evolution of their interests, and reflect on how these iconic series influenced their lives. The conversation touches on the appeal of the found family trope, the challenges of prequels, and their experiences attending conventions. They also explore thoughts on newer Star Trek series like Discovery, Picard, and Strange New Worlds as well as the animated Lower Decks. The nostalgia and personal anecdotes provide an entertaining and heartfelt look at what makes these franchises so impactful for fans. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:22 Diving into Star Wars Fandom 00:58 Nostalgia and Early Geek Memories 03:06 Star Wars vs. Other Fandoms 05:42 Growing Up Geek 13:06 Star Trek and Other Sci-Fi Influences 22:01 Novelizations and Geek Culture 24:46 Deep Space Nine and Other Star Trek Series 27:39 Enterprise and the Zendi Storyline 29:39 Legal Issues in Star Trek and Star Wars 32:47 Discovery and Its Challenges 33:27 Lower Decks and Its Unique Appeal 42:49 Voyager and Deep Space Nine 59:50 Star Trek Fandom and Conventions 01:05:07 Conclusion and Farewell