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Trek Politics | A Star Trek podcast with Mary L. Trump and Bob Cesca

Trek Politics | A Star Trek podcast with Mary L. Trump and Bob Cesca

By: Mary L. Trump & Bob Cesca | Star Trek Podcast
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Trek Politics is a fun and insightful deep dive into the socio-political and cultural allegory of Star Trek across all series and movies, featuring author and commentator Mary Trump and political podcaster Bob Cesca.

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Episodes
  • Captain Kirk’s Integrity SHAMES Today’s Leaders | "Court Martial" (TOS)

    Captain Kirk’s Integrity SHAMES Today’s Leaders | "Court Martial" (TOS)
    Jun 29 2026

    This week it's the riveting courtroom drama "Court Martial" and one of the greatest lines ever spoken in an episode of Star Trek ("Humanity fading in the shadow of the Machine" -Sam Cogley). Stick around for #Bobservations! Help us out by giving us a five star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you’re hearing this show. Follow Trek Politics on Bluesky, X, and Instagram.

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    28 mins
  • 'Charlie X' Warns About Trump’s Abuse of Power | "Charlie X" (TOS)

    'Charlie X' Warns About Trump’s Abuse of Power | "Charlie X" (TOS)
    Jun 22 2026

    This week it's "Charlie X" from season one: another cautionary tale about the dangers of...children. And abuse of power. And be sure to stick around for #Bobservations. Help us out by giving us a five star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you’re hearing this show. Follow Trek Politics on Bluesky, X, and Instagram.

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    33 mins
  • Star Trek’s Bratty Tyrant Mirrors Trump | "The Squire of Gothos" (TOS)

    Star Trek’s Bratty Tyrant Mirrors Trump | "The Squire of Gothos" (TOS)
    Jun 15 2026

    This week, it's the flamboyant shenanigans of Trelane in "The Squire of Gothos"! Check out whether we loved or hated this one, and how it relates to current politics. And be sure to stick around for #Bobservations. Help us out by giving us a five star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you’re hearing this show. Follow Trek Politics on Bluesky, X, and Instagram.

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    34 mins
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