Trektivism

We’re having a Trektivism Podcast Meetup at !

Join hosts Matthew Cimone and Heather Rae Barker to learn how you can become a catalyst for social change

11:45a Sunday, August 4th
Vic’s Lounge and Cafe in the Rio Convention Center

Heading to ? Please join us on Saturday, August 3rd, at 3:15p on the Vic’s Lounge Stage for a discussion!

John Billingsley hosts a crowd interactive panel to discuss applying the values of Star Trek to nurture community and drive societal transformation.

Guests include Jonathan Frakes, Chase Masterson, Armin Shimerman, and Trektivism team members Matthew Cimone, Heather Rae Barker, Laurie Ulster, Yvette Blackmon Tom and more!

*Celebrity guests subject to schedule availability.

💯 Logical

"Insufficient facts always invite danger." - Spock, 'Space Seed'. 🖖

A gentle reminder to pursue your dreams and contribute to making the world a better place.✨

New Episode!

https://sites.libsyn.com/501853/to-proudly-go

We are joined by Heather Wood (CEO/Chair) and Sonyl Nagale (COO/Vice Chair) of To Proudly Go! To Proudly Go is a 501c3 nonprofit organization formed on March 1, 2021 for the purposes of creating safe and supportive spaces that celebrates science fiction, promotes the LGBTQIA+ community and partners with important community causes to empower and foster a kinder and better world. The organization has raised over 10k dollars for q***r positive and anti-bullying organizations through fundraising initiatives like their charity drag shows!

Learn more about To Proudly Go at www.toproudlygo.org

TrekTivism : To Proudly Go

We are joined by Heather Wood (CEO/Chair) and Sonyl Nagale (COO/Vice Chair) of To Proudly Go! To Proudly Go is a 501c3 nonprofit organization formed on March 1, 2021 for the purposes of creating safe and supportive spaces that celebrates science fiction, promotes the LGBTQIA+ community and partners with important community causes to empower and foster a kinder and better world. The organization has raised over 10k dollars for q***r positive and anti-bullying organizations through fundraising initiatives like their charity drag shows!

Learn more about To Proudly Go at www.toproudlygo.org

https://sites.libsyn.com/501853/to-proudly-go

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You don't have to be a Starfleet captain to know that we are stronger when we act together. During June, join star Kate Mulgrew in boldly taking action in the fight to end Alzheimer's: alz.org/abam. 🖖💜

The Roddenberry Foundation Announces the Launch of the $1 Million Roddenberry Prize for Early-Stage AI Ventures /PRNewswire/ -- The Roddenberry Foundation today announced the launch of the Roddenberry Prize, a new $1 million competition for early-stage ventures using...

Juneteenth is the day that Black slaves in Glaveston, Texas finally found out that they had been freed two years prior by the Emancipation Proclamation on 1/1/1863.

TrekTivism:Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein

This month, we're honored to welcome Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein to the TREKtivsm Podcast. Dr. Prescod-Weinstein, author of "The Disordered Cosmos: A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, and Dreams Deferred" is an Associate Professor of Physics and Core Faculty Member in Women's and Gender studies at the University of New Hampshire. Essence Magazine recognized her as one of 15 Black women Who Are Paving the Way in STEM and Breaking Barriers. Her scientific work intersects particle physics, cosmology, and astrophysics. Our amazing conversation with Dr. Prescod-Weinstein spans the hunt for Dark Matter, Q***r and Black representation in STEM, Palestine, feminism, and aiming for that Star Trek future.

Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein's site: https://chanda.science

Other Organizations talked about in this episode:
Dark Sky International https://darksky.org

African American Women in Physics https://aawip.com/

https://sites.libsyn.com/501853/dr-chanda-prescod-weinstein

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When George Takei debuted as astroscientist-turned-helmsman Lieutenant Sulu on Star Trek, he made history as the first Asian American to play a major, nonstereotyped character on an American television show.

📷: Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery

New Episode!

Heather Rae and Matthew interview Efaon Cobb, previous Trektivism panelist and Deputy Director for the ACLU. Efaon discusses his life story, what led him to practicing law, and how he became involved with the ACLU.

CW: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault and police brutality.

https://sites.libsyn.com/501853/aclu-deputy-director-efaon-cobb

PURPLE ALERT! 💜 Team is just $1504 away from the $200,000 mark! fans have proven time & time again to be a generous & loving community. Who is going to help Kitty, Armin, John, Jonathan and Juan Carlos get the team to this magic number?

Donate here -

Let's take steps together at PurpleStride! PurpleStride is the ultimate event to end pancreatic cancer. Register for free and start fundraising today!

TOMORROW!!

takes place across the nation! YOU can still sign up OR donate to team by following the link - https://secure.pancan.org/site/TR;jsessionid=00000000.app30062b?team_id=48986&pg=team&fr_id=2803&NONCE_TOKEN=BED1AD096EEEDB6F5E2049D6EDCBD52A

LISTEN to our interview with and here - https://sites.libsyn.com/501853

We are saddened by the passing of John Trimble, a legend in history and someone without whom we may not have Star Trek on screen today. His loss is felt throughout the community. Our hearts go out to his wife Bjo, their family, and the entirety of the Trek community 🖖🏼 Photo via TrekMovie.com

Todd Stashwick stops by the show to talk about his D&D campaign livestream fundraiser for The Pablove Foundation. Todd’s event will be streamed live on Twitch.tv/MiniTerrainDomain on Saturday, April 20. https://sites.libsyn.com/501853

ICYMI!

Kitty Swink, Armin Shimerman, and John Bilingsley join TrekTivism to talk about the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and the upcoming Purple Stride event.

https://sites.libsyn.com/501853

Kitty Swink, Armin Shimerman, and John Bilingsley join TrekTivism to talk about the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and the upcoming Purple Stride event.

https://sites.libsyn.com/501853

Put on your solar eclipse glasses and LOOK! Here’s The Podcast Host Matthew Cimone talking about today’s solar eclipse on CBC Vancouver!

Partial solar eclipse, a sight to behold in B.C. Many people in Canada will have a rare opportunity to view a total solar eclipse on April 8. In B.C., sky watchers can catch a partial eclipse -- if weather ...

Happy First Contact Day from the team! 🖖🏼

Kitty Swink, Armin Shimerman, and John Bilingsley join TrekTivism to talk about the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and the upcoming Purple Stride event.

https://sites.libsyn.com/501853

Keep an eye on your podcast feed for tomorrow’s episode focused on Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and featuring Kitty Swink, Armin Shimerman and John Billingsley!

FYI! 🖖🏼

No foolin'! We're having a meeting on Monday, April 1! Info at sidcity.net/socialclub.

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Speaking of solar eclipse glasses! 😎 This is too cool!

Our friends at Astronomy for Equity have the glasses you need! Your purchase helps marginalized people all over the world get access to see the stars!

https://astro4equity.org/product/solar-eclipse-glasses/