As Trekkies, most of us would probably agree that there are two aspects of our favorite franchise that set it apart in the world of science fiction. The first is Gene Roddenberry’s optimistic vision of the future. And the…
From Spock to Ziyal to B’Elanna, Trek has no shortage of mixed-race characters. But why are their stories always so sad? Download Now (right-click and save) Host: Sarah Guests: Claire Light – @seelight Rian Roberson – @spacewiz206 Michele Foss…
**Note: This review contains spoilers through Season 3, Episode 3 of Star Trek: Discovery.** From the Publisher: In a desperate attempt to prevent the artificial intelligence known as Control from seizing crucial information that could destroy all sentient life, Commander…
In a special show celebrating Black History Month, Kennedy and Aliza are joined by Angélique Roché and Karama Horne to discuss how Blackness has influenced Star Trek, how Star Trek has influenced Blackness, and how representation throughout the franchise has…
Spoiler Warning: This post contains spoilers for Star Trek: Discovery Season 3 In the finale of the third season, we watched Michael Burnham become captain of the USS Discovery. Those who’ve watched from the beginning know that Burnham has endured…
It’s time for another season review! In this supersized episode, Jessie Gender joins the crew to dissect Star Trek Discovery’s third season. We go episode by episode and discuss new characters, ships, tech, representation, and stories – Plus the successes,…
The stakes are high during this week’s finale of Star Trek: Discovery. Now that the Emerald Chain has shown its hand, has the Federation, with strained relationships and limited resources, finally met its match? As they wait for DISCO to…
As the crew of the USS Discovery gather to remember the Terran they love to hate, Stamets (Anthony Rapp) encourages his unofficially-yet-officially adopted teen Adira (Blu del Barrio) to build connections with others. They are reluctant to engage when Gray…