The Ready Room 231: Hope Is a Powerful Thing
Adil Hussain interview. We’re to talk about the Covid-19 situation in India, the art of acting and what inspired Adil’s portrayal of Sahil, as well as Star Trek and entertainment as a coping mechanism during difficult times.
The Ready Room 230: Nacelles Sold Separately
Looking Back at Discovery Season 3. We reflect on the story, how it played out compared with what we expected, how we feel about key plot points, and how it all fits into the overall Star Trek picture.
The Orb 128: Not Impossible, Just Highly Improbable
”Rivals” commentary. We discuss the genesis of the bromance between Miles and Jules, as well as an attempt to out-con Quark.
The Orb 127: True IDIC and Finding Common Ground
Why DS9 endures. We discuss the reasons we love Deep Space Nine and never tire of rewatching the series, and how the setting challenges the residents of the station to embrace diversity and find common ground in a way that no other Star Trek series does.
Standard Orbit 301: Consequences of Leadership
Kirk as Captain. Among Starfleet captains, Kirk certainly had his own style. Were the long-term effects considered when making decisions or were they off-the-cuff style decisions? How was the crew affected by the choices of one person in relation to the Prime Directive?
The Ready Room 229: Grudge Cat Is a Big Nirvana Fan
Discovery Season 3 preview. We discuss the premise, what the episode titles may reveal about the story, potential real world parallels, the addition of transgender and binary characters, and more.
Interphase 3: The Iliad vs. The Odyssey
Lower Decks pre-launch speculation. We share our expectations for the first Star Trek animated series since 1974 and whether the franchise is the right platform for a true comedy.
The Ready Room 228: Real-World Star Trek Dripping In
Lower Decks midseason review. We pay a visit to the insignificant little USS Cerritos as its journey reaches the halfway point to share our thoughts on this animated rendition of Star Trek.
The Ready Room 227: Way Bigger Than Praxis
Expanding the Star Trek universe. Using Alex Kurtzman’s interviews from the Star Trek Emmy promotion campaign as a springboard, we explore Section 31, Lower Decks, Strange New Worlds, Prodigy, and the overall expansion of the Star Trek universe—including risks and rewards.
Interphase 2: Through Fresh Eyes
Lower Decks pre-launch speculation. We share our expectations for the first Star Trek animated series since 1974 and whether the franchise is the right platform for a true comedy.
The Ready Room 226: Waiting Naked in a Shuttlepod
Lower Decks pre-launch thoughts and Star Trek Emmy nominations. We look ahead to the Lower Decks premiere and discuss the Star Trek franchise’s six Emmy nominations as well as how virtual cons are changing the nature of fan interaction in the age of coronavirus.
Interphase 1: What Color Is Romulan Zima?
Lower Decks pre-launch speculation. We share our expectations for the first Star Trek animated series since 1974 and whether the franchise is the right platform for a true comedy.