Talking Trek: Star Trek Fleet Command

Emergency maintenance turned this episode of Talking Trek into a live STFC town hall, and the result was one of the most honest conversations yet about the Borg Sphere arc. DJz, Tarpy, and the panel break down the maintenance chaos in real time, react to server rollbacks and shield-extension questions, and talk through what the outage means for players across different regions.

The show also dives into tentative plans for an upcomi...

Tonight’s Talking Trek takes a different shape with a true fireside chat cast takeover as the crew steps in for a relaxed, wide-ranging conversation without DJz and Griffin at the helm. What starts as a casual hangout quickly turns into a deep dive on PVP banding changes, incursions, alliance support, and whether STFC’s current combat structure actually rewards the right kind of gameplay.

The panel explores everything from possible...

Tonight on Talking Trek Live, we take a deep dive into the new Borg Sphere and the big question the whole STFC community is asking right now: is the Maverick store actually worth it? We break down the Sphere loop, the new weekly task structure, epic Maverick credits, blueprint pacing, building priorities, research value, and whether this feature is something players should buy immediately, grind slowly, or skip for now.

Along the w...

The recording for this Talking in Carz episode starts a few minutes into the show, but once it kicks in, DJz and Jules go deep on Arcfall launch day, the new Borg Sphere loop, and the real math behind blueprint acquisition in Star Trek Fleet Command.

This episode breaks down how the new hostile mechanics work, why killing hostiles without the Sphere does not really help progression, and how the Sphere’s tasks and Maverick-credit re...

Arcfall is almost here, and tonight’s Talking Trek Live is all about getting ready for what’s next in Star Trek Fleet Command. DJz and Tarpy break down the full Arcfall Eve Eve preview, including the arrival of the new Borg Sphere, how it fits into the Maverick loop, what the new weekly tasks look like, and why players need to understand the difference between Suppressors and Obliterators before diving in.

This episode covers the S...

Talking Trek goes deep on the newest Star Trek Fleet Command updates with a full breakdown of Infinite Incursions, the new PvP banding changes, and the latest CoTA reveal. DJz and the panel tackle the controversial removal of base raiding from server-vs-server incursion scoring, debate whether the new system will actually improve PvP, and explain why Klingon Armada scoring may be dead on arrival if cloaking stays untouched. Along t...

Tonight on Talking Trek, DJz and Griffin tackle one of the hottest STFC topics in the community: the return of CoTA, why it was canceled, why it may be back for only one more run, and why players are so split on the decision. Before that, DJz clears the air on the recent apology controversy and addresses the rumors surrounding his original statement to the community. Then the show goes full teaching mode with special guest Sudo, cr...

The season finale of Starfleet Academy is here, and Talking Trek is breaking down Episode 10, “Rubincon,” from top to bottom. In this finale deep dive, DJz, Bubba Joe, and Bek unpack the biggest twists, character moments, emotional payoffs, plot holes, directing choices, and finale surprises from the end of Season 1. From Nuss Braca’s theatrical endgame to Reno’s commanding performance, Genesis taking the con, Sam’s emotional break...

In this episode of Talking Trek Live, DJz and the crew welcome UltraVetika for a special content creator showcase, diving into his background in streaming, his APAC-based channel, and the Star Trek fandom that helped shape both his content and his connection to Star Trek Fleet Command. From community-driven gameplay and mid-ops progression talk to the wild charm of duck races, the first part of the show is a fun and personal look a...

In this episode of Talking Trek, we break down week one of the new Maverick faction in Star Trek Fleet Command and talk through what changed between playtest and live launch. DJ, Tarpy, and Jules Vern dive into the Conqueror Borg solo armadas, the target stat changes, the directive controversy, and why communication around the launch left a lot of players frustrated.

We also cover the big strategic question of the week: should you ...

Starfleet Academy Episode 9 gave us a lot to chew on, and this week DJz is joined by Bek and Bubba Joe to break it all down. From Caleb’s desperate mission to find his mother, to Sam’s continued evolution, to the major Omega particle reveal, this episode delivered big character moments, big lore questions, and plenty of debate.

We dig into whether this was a strong Jonathan Frakes outing, how the episode handled Caleb’s reunion wit...

This episode is your rapid-response briefing for Arcfall’s First Contact flavor, with DJz, Griffin, and Jules Kern walking players through the new Maverick faction loop and the headline threat: Conqueror Borg Solo Armadas. The crew’s mission is clear: cut through early confusion, lay down a practical step-by-step plan, and make sure nobody faceplants into new mechanics on day one.

The first “do it now” directive is all about missio...

This podcast was recorded as a live video twitch stream, however, there's a lot of good conversation AND important arc information contained, especially starting at 1 hour, so we wanted to share all of the shenanigans. Enjoy!

The stream opens with big “we’re back on land” energy and immediately turns into a warm roll call of familiar names, cruise survivors, and chat antics. DJs and Griffin rehash the Star Trek cruise week and th...

This episode of your podcast opens in peak “we’re literally on a starship” mode: live from the middle of the Atlantic with coffee, cookies, and a panel stacked like a Federation briefing room. You set the stage for Starfleet Academy Episode 8, “The Life of the Stars,” and the vibe is instantly different: not a pew-pew chapter, but an emotional ledger coming due.

After the spoiler warning, the conversation locks onto the episode’s m...

This episode’s podcast opens in classic “remote field-ops Starfleet” mode: the crew is improvising a studio in a bar that is very, very closed, while laptops threaten mutiny and someone apparently parkours over the bar like it’s an Olympic event.

The vibe is equal parts professional panel and feral away team, and it sets the tone: you’re here for deep Trek feelings, but you’re also here for the comedy that happens when real life re...

We’re coming to you LIVE from aboard Star Trek: The Cruise IX for a special taping of the Talking Trek Podcast with DJz and Griffin, featuring a little dabble into the latest patch notes before we hit warp speed into cruise-exclusive goodness. Joining us on the mic are JT Watters, the Cruise Director for Star Trek: The Cruise, and Jerry, a reservation specialist at ECP, bringing exclusive info you won’t want to miss about booking S...

Episode 6 of Starfleet Academy delivers one of the most tonally distinct installments of the season, shifting from collegiate character drama into full psychological thriller and survival horror. The podcast opens with immediate high energy, framing the episode as a major turning point — one that blends classic Trek moral dilemmas with modern cinematic tension. The panel quickly agrees: this is the episode where the show proves it...

This episode opens with the crew’s trademark humor, launching Season 7 with casual banter about production life, winter weather, and behind-the-scenes filming. The relaxed tone quickly transitions into sponsor reads and community engagement before moving into the night’s core purpose: breaking down the Orion Arc launch.

The first major pivot occurs with live breaking news regarding Patch 87.1 maintenance, setting the stage for tech...

00:01 – Show open, welcome, and Episode 5 kickoff energy 07:05 – Episode title breakdown and focus on Sam 10:40 – Character spotlight format and season structure discussion 14:20 – DS9 connections and Sisko legacy setup 18:05 – Jake Sisko perspective and parental themes 22:10 – Emotional identity and photonic life exploration 26:00 – Professor mystery and early Dax clues 30:15 – Sam’s insecurities and role among cadets 34:10 – EMH ...