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“Fun and informative. Tawny and Paul are awesome and entertaining. Great guests and topics. As a life-long Star Trek fan I am embarrassed to say I’m late to the party for this podcast. Thankfully time travel is a common thing with Trek and I can go back and start from the beginning. Lots to...”Read full review »
urefansince80 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/03/23
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“I love the show but they are just slowly re-releasing all of season one and pretending it’s a new season. Very disappointing.”
Computer Janitor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/23
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“Tawny and Paul are always a delight in everything they do, especially this show, but I’m here to make a request: Please do a recurring segment with fellow Lower Decker Paul Sheer, and his co-hosts from HDTGM called “How Did This Get Trekked??” where y’all go play-by-play with Sub Rosa, Code of...”Read full review »
tjderham via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/18/23
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“So the latest episode is a promo for the Mission: Impossible movie? I don’t appreciate that after months of no new Star Trek content. To the hosts, this isn’t you. You’re delightful and thank you for bringing comedy and your genuine love of the material to this Star Trek podcast.”
BocciaBall via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/13/23
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“🖖When the tribbles eat this stuff they multiply quite gaily… 🖖That’s part of a filk song that my sister, Raelinda Woad, wrote in the 70’s. And listening to this podcast takes me back to ye goode olde days of hanging out with Trekkies and Trekkers and reading zines at sf conventions. Paul and...”Read full review »
dene113 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/13/23
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“Tawny and Paul are national treasures, but this second season is baffling. My only guess is that Paramount is interfering and screwing it all up. 5 stars to the hosts, 1 to the studio that disappeared Prodigy and is now making the Official Star Trek podcast a shill for other IP.”
Jer1978 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/23
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“The episode uploaded on July 11th is not The Pod Directive but a Mission Impossible podcast. Please correct this, I need my Tawny Newsom fix!”
Gaël Nantel via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/11/23
“I was introduced to the podcast when my wife heard about it on another show she follows … I have binged season one and two of this series in the last two weeks - and have told several of my friends who also watch the series and movies to look for the show and star following / listening!
My...”Read full review »
Sid "the kid" Crosby 87 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/16/23
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“Star Trek: The Pod Directive is a must listen. It can be relevant, irrelevant, funny and informative. The host are hilarious and know how to keep the conversation going. I look forward to each episode.”
atc-airman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/23
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“Tawny and Paul ‘hang out at you’ and ‘filibuster’ through the intros/outros. I’d say it’s the best thing ever, but their interviews are easy competition. If you’re any sort of a Star Trek fan (or, tbh, just a person) you’re going to find this podcast beyond delightful. llap 🥰 lol”
Sarah mmMmm via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/23
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“First season was ok for this pod.
Second season is a complete disaster. Totally disappointing. “All good things….””
Pwbnyc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/23
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“Accessible for the newbies, fascinating for the experienced.
This is such a great podcast.
Keep it going”
Shuttlepod via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/16/23
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“I’m glad this podcast has returned for a second season. The hosts are funny, knowledgeable, and engaging. I’m looking forward to hearing future episodes.”
JJM3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/23
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“I adore Tawny and Paul. Season 1 of pod was great with lots of interesting guests. Season 2 started strong with Frakes but after that it’s just been nobodies like Star Wars bloggers and some guy that directed a not Trek tv series Tawny and Paul like. Not really much of a Star Trek podcast...”Read full review »
Keeper2015 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/02/23
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“The interview with Michelle Yeoh was insightful and inspiring. I’m in love, too. Thank you for asking thoughtful interview questions and stepping aside to let her shine. What a joy!”
Pretty_Doll via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/10/23
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“The same way that Star Trek is more than just another sci fi franchise, The Pod Directive is more than just another Star Trek podcast. Having true fans who just so happen to be talent on a Trek show host the pod makes this something special. While most Trek podcasts are simple recap shows, this...”Read full review »
Ben Richards 2024 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/06/23
“I have no idea how I hadn’t heard of this until now, but I’m so stoked I found it! Been a huge trek fan since I was a kid with DS9 and Next Gen, and love Tawny and Paul’s work. Their positivity is infectious and they clearly have a ton of fun making the pod. Thanks for making this! Lower decks!...”Read full review »
Drstrangeman via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/06/23
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“I think the original cartoon is the only series that doesn’t get touched on (you need old guests that experienced that show when there was no other new trek other than the novels) I like the movies too but I can see that there is more content in the series so the tv focus makes sense. One thing...”Read full review »
e-q via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/23
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“Tawny and Paul are a great podcast team. It is funny, and I do feel like they ask really great questions to their guests. My husband has a similar view to Trek as Natasha, but I was able to get him to watch Lower Decks with me.”
StephanieSH928 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/23
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“Oh the sweet sounds of Tawny Newsome and Paul F. Tompkins talking trek into my ear holes once again! Always amazing, fun, and interesting interviews with a wide variety of trek and science folks. This podcast has really opened my eyes to different perspectives of the fandom and has enriched my...”Read full review »
startrekbarbie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/22/23
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“It would be nice if you could listen to the OFFICIAL Star Trek podcast with your kids, without foul language.”
AnonymousReviewerToday via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/23
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“Latest Review (3/7/2023): Just listened to the first episode of season 3 with Jonathan Frakes! That was a fantastic episode. Tawny and Paul continue to be hilarious and wonderful hosts! I can’t get enough of this show. It’s so much fun! I can’t describe how excited I felt when I saw the new...”Read full review »
BlueJaigEyes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/23
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“If you love Trek, you must listen to Tawny and Paul. If you don’t love Trek but are just a decent human with a sense of humor and good taste, you’ll want to listen anyway. The best podcast ever.”
joelmw via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/23
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“Love this show! Great hosts! Can’t wait for more!!! Gimme Gimme Gimme!!! Now Now Now!!!!!”
Fathom12 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/23
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“Love this podcast! I just found it and I’m so anxious for season three. Please come back!! We need new episodes.”
raw vegan food!e via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/22/22
“I love star trek !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!🖖”
Dork Queen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/20/22
“Brilliant pod with the best hosts that brings together reverence and irreverence of a beloved franchise. It is so great to hear how people have connected with Trek and with others to dream of a better world. Hilarious and thoughtful. Hoping for another season.”
CHOS13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/19/22
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“I really love what they have done with this podcast. I never watch the official anything but this show is so thoughtfully curated and the hosts are so knowledgeable and charming I really can’t get enough of it.
More please!!”
Jezzebel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/22
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“Ya’ll. This podcast is a true delight, not only because of the hosts (who I already adore tbh), but the content is so so interesting and funny and charming and everything you’d want from a Trek podcast. I couldn’t love it more and I am frothing at the bit, as it were, for more episodes! 💜”
Ameeeely via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/22
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“THIS IS THE BEST! Thoughtful interviews, great chemistry, all brought together by a love of Star Trek. This is how I live my life! But where is season 3?!?! Shaka when the walls fell…”
Bbbshot via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/09/22
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“Paul and Tawnee are wonderful hosts, they have a great rapport and excellent guests. I’ve listened to each episode now a number of times. Each one wildly different from the last and with hosts and guest discussing a truly broad range of subjects, through the lens of Star Trek. PFT is one of my...”Read full review »
Nippy Cartright via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
04/03/22
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“This show is spectacular. Tawny and Paul have great chemistry and their wit and humor really entertain and enthrall. Where’s the next season?!? We’re waiting…”
HarbinLaoshi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/22/22
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“To have found this Trek centered podcast! PFT & TN are wonderful, and the interviews are too. 🖖”
Sooz21 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
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“Paul F Tompkins is one of my favorite comedians and my favorite podcaster. Tawny Newsome plays my favorite nutrek character, the best character in Spaceforce, and is generally delightful. Together, they are an unstoppable force intent on assimilating new fans and old. You will love this pod,...”Read full review »
GreatShaggu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/22
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“This is my second favorite Star Trek podcast (after Mission Log). I've been a long time fan of Paul (from Superego), and he and Tawny's report is delightful. The show can be a bit too much of a love fest at times. I enjoy their attitude of not being gatekeepers, but I also appreciate...”Read full review »
morgodth via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/25/21
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“I love all things Trek and this is no exception. Tawny and Paul F are the best cocktail party hosts for your ears. The conversations are relaxed and delightful. I save this podcast to wind down with after a long day of working online. Always makes me chuckle and sometimes I laugh so hard I scare...”Read full review »
Mighty mo mo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/10/21
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“This show is a blast! I appreciate everyone who worked together to make it possible. Can't wait for more. Also please make sure they get all the guests they wish for like Whoopi Goldberg for starters.”Read full review »
itsonlyhumannature via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/21
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“Where is the song they play at the end of the podcast from?!?! It's driving me nuts. I think it's from Picard but it could also be Discovery. Pretty sure it's from one of the new shows but can't place it and can't find the episode it's in. Help! But yes other than the...”Read full review »
BelovedBitterSea via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/10/21
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“I’m a Trek newbie, having only started watching it a few months ago. Imagine my delight when I learned that my favorite comedian, Paul F. Tompkins, was co-hosting a Star Trek podcast with the brilliant and always hilarious Tawny Newsome (I miss Bajillion Dollar Properties)!
This was just the...”Read full review »
kcobb471 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/14/21
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“I considered writing a review for this podcast and it seemed like a good idea so I did it and this is it. What a wonderful podcast this is. Tawny and Paul are a delight both in terms of their hosting abilities and their Trek knowledge. They are both so funny I hope they are still doing this...”Read full review »
Damlar via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/10/21
“Loving this show. Tawny and Paul F are the best, their genuine love of all things Star Trek shines through.
I would love to see them in a future live-action iteration of the Trek-iverse Either one could be a fantastic option for Harry Mudd.”
Ratetron2654 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/21
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“It hurts to write this, because I am a lifelong Trekkie and do not want to tear down anything related to the shows/series/franchise.
This podcast appears to be little more than a marketing front. The only discussion of issues is superficial, there is very little depth other than “I have (an...”Read full review »
Amtrak207 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/28/21
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“Tawny & Paul holy cow I love listening to your Podcast! I have fallen in love with you guys and all the guest.
I am up to date on all the shows and movies! Thank you for being such and amazing culture of Space and the finale frontier. I get excited every time something new comes out.
I...”Read full review »
halenick via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/21
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“Tawny and Paul (I feel like we are on a first name basis), thank you so much for the amazing work you do and the genuine fun you have on this show! I grew up in a nerd family where both Star Trek and Star Wars were integral parts of my life since before I could walk. My dad watched Trek at...”Read full review »
danmcc13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/03/21
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“This podcast may not be narrative, but it’s generous tone and the care it exudes for the material and the people who work on, consume and/or just love the universe of Trek makes it as delightfully “official” as can be.”
alloutofclever via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/02/21
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