The Omega Particle: A Star Trek Podcast

Author: Jonathan Wiegand

Your sensors are correct...Do not adjust your heading...you've discovered the Omega Particle! Broadcasting to the entire Alpha Quadrant and beyond, your host Jonathan covers the most recent news in Star Trek and explores all aspects of Trek canon. Join us on this excursion into Podcast excellence!
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Is Star Trek Dead?
Episode 132
Friday, 2 January, 2026

There was a time when Star Trek wasn't something you searched for...it was just always on. From constant syndication to an unprecedented 18-year run of back-to-back series, Trek lived in the background of everyday life and quietly shaped an entire generation. In this episode, we look back at the so-called "Golden Age" of Star Trek and ask why the franchise feels smaller today, even though there's technically more of it than ever. We explore the power of 26-episode seasons, the loss of syndication, the rise of streaming, and how those shifts changed Trek's place in popular culture. This isn't a rant, but a love letter, it's a funny, thoughtful reflection on what we lost, what we gained, and why Star Trek still feels like home.