Rephonic
Artwork for TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club)

TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club)

TFM
Star Trek
Deep Space Nine
Starfleet
Star Trek Voyager
Strange New Worlds
Star Trek: Enterprise
Indiana Jones
World War I
Star Wars
Stranger Things
Cardassians
Netflix
Gorn
Kira Nerys
T'pol
Literary Treks
Ring Of Fire
Margaret Clarke
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds
Star Trek: Voyager

TFM is the podcast network for a universe of fandom. Founded in 2010 as Trek.fm with shows focused on Star Trek, the lineup has expanded over the years to include Star Wars, Marvel, DC, and more from the wide world of cinema, television, and literature. With podcast releases each week, there’s always something new to explore!

PublishesDailyEpisodes1008Founded12 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
TV ReviewsTV & FilmAfter Shows

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club)

Latest Episodes

“The 37's” 30th-anniversary reflections

Rust in space leads Voyager to one of the strangest finds in Star Trek history: a 1936 Ford pickup truck. Janeway decides to bring the ancient "ground vehicle" aboard, and Tom Paris—suddenly an expert on 20th-... more

Disclosure Day.

Steven Spielberg helped redefine filmmaking through his blockbuster film Jaws, yet all through is over 60 years in moviemaking he’s had a thing for making movies about aliens and their impact on humanity.

In this episode of The 602 ... more

Invasion!: First Strike.

Back in the heyday of Star Trek publishing, writers had four golden-era series to write in. Generally, the books stood apart from each other as stand-alones within their own series. But in 1996, Pocket Books published someth... more

“Armageddon Game” 30th-anniversary reflections

Sometimes, a good cup of coffee can save the day. It sure does for Miles O'Brien and Julian Bashir when a mission to help two formerly warring civilizations destroy their stockpiles of deadly weapons go... more

Key Facts

Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

Recent Guests

Steve Sansweet
Executive director/collector associated with Rancho Obi-Wan, introduced early in the episode
Rancho Obi-Wan
Episode: Wacked Out
John Tanuto
Author (with Maria Tanuto) of Trek-related books; guest on this episode
Titan Books/publisher
Episode: I'm Pretty Sure That Was a Tholian
Maria Jose Tanuto
Author (with John Tanuto) of Trek-related books; guest on this episode
Titan Books/publisher
Episode: I'm Pretty Sure That Was a Tholian
Steve Sandsweet
Steve Sandsweet of Rancho Obi-Wan
Rancho Obi-Wan
Episode: Gravitas As Big As CinemaScope
JG Hertz
General Martok talker on Deep Space Nine
Star Trek DS9 fan/analyst
Episode: The Messier Side of Life
Scott Pearson
Developmental editor for Star Trek novels
Simon & Schuster
Episode: Literary Treks : 395: I Get Paid for This?
Christy Morris
Returning regular contributor and fan of Stranger Things
Episode: Don’t Mess With a Wine Mom
David Mack
Star Trek author and co-author of the Khan podcast series
CBS, Secret Hideout
Episode: Literary Treks : 391: Nick's Vision
Kirsten Beyer
Star Trek author and co-author of the Khan podcast series
CBS, Secret Hideout
Episode: Literary Treks : 391: Nick's Vision

Hosts

Matthew Rushing
Host on multiple Trek.fm shows including The Orb, The Journey, Warp Five, and The 602 Club; frequently introduces topics and guides conversation across Trek.fm network.
Christopher Jones
Co-host and host on various Trek.fm shows, including The Orb, Warp Five, and The Journey; frequently participates in cross-show discussions and Trek lore analysis.
John Mills
Co-host on multiple Trek.fm and network programs with a focus on discussion-driven analysis and cross-show insights.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 158 ratings
  • A great selection of various Star Trek podcasts. Something for everyone.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    listener alan
    a year ago
  • The Master of all Feeds

    Great way to catch all the wonderful podcasts on the network, plus a few others! When I started listening to Trek.fm, I listened to the entire back catalogs of Literary Treks and Melodic Treks. Once caught up, I wasn’t sure what to dive into next. So I just picked up with every show where they were at! At some point I will go back and listen to all of The Orb. But there’s just so much good content coming out all the time now! It’s almost hard to keep up, but I do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    caseylee4ts
    United States6 years ago
  • I really enjoy all of Trek FM'S Podcasts

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JCrabSap
    6 years ago
  • I really enjoy all of Trek FM'S Podcasts

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JCrabSap
    6 years ago
  • Trek.fm is amazing

    Trek.fm is amazing and this catch all podcast feed is so great too all the podcasts in one place to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kenny Kraly Jr.
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the consolidated master feed and the variety of Trek.fm shows available in one place.
Quality of discussion and depth of Trek lore analysis are often highlighted as strengths.
A subset of listeners feel some episodes can be low-energy or overly long, but still value the thoughtful debates.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

I'm Pretty Sure That Was a Tholian
Q: Would you care to let everyone know what that is?
The guests describe the Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home making-of book from Titan Books, outlining its interviews, production art, and behind-the-scenes content, while the hosts connect it to the broader Star Trek literature ecosystem.
The Messier Side of Life
Q: What makes Sanctuary stand out in its handling of immigration themes?
The episode stands out by presenting immigration as a complex, morally gray issue rather than a simple rescue or happy ending, emphasizing cultural tension, potential futures, and the need for nuanced decision-making.
The Chekov Book
Q: Can you just talk a little bit about how the book came about?
Greg mentions that his last several novels were TOS and that he wanted to give Chekov a moment in the sun since he hadn't done much with him.
Go with the Flow
Q: How do you craft the story to fit the confines of what's going on in the air and also try to be original?
By getting the final draft scripts early and mapping out character arcs and story threads.
Where on the Ship Is La'an Sandiego?
Q: What are your thoughts on the cold open and its necessity for the episode?
The cold open seems unnecessary and distracts from the main narrative, as it does not contribute meaningfully to the storyline and feels gimmicky.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club)

What is TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club) about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A big-tent Trek and sci‑fi network with a steady stream of show analyses, deep dives, and culture commentary. Episodes commonly feature in-depth discussions of Star Trek series, Star Wars and broader cinema, with a focus on character motivations, franchise lore, and how storytelling techniques intersect with production, animation, and adaptation. Listeners often get thoughtful critiques, cross-show comparisons, and lively banter among seasoned hosts, making it a solid fit for fans who enjoy theory-heavy conversations, cross-franchise connections, and long-running rewatch-style analysis. A standout is the network's ability to consolidate many shows into a single, easily navigable feed, while still delivering diverse perspectives from multipl... more

Where can I find podcast stats for TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club)?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club). We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club) and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club) get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club), including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club)?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club), including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club) have?

To see how many followers or subscribers TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club) has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

How many episodes of TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club) are there?

TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club) launched 12 years ago and published 1008 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club)?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club)?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club) from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club)?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club). Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club)?

Recent guests on TFM (Trek.fm & The 602 Club) include:

1. Steve Sansweet
2. John Tanuto
3. Maria Jose Tanuto
4. Steve Sandsweet
5. JG Hertz
6. Scott Pearson
7. Christy Morris
8. David Mack

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days