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Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season One Review

Gary Anderson

Today, we’re diving into examining the first season of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. We tackle what we thought worked and what didn’t. Additionally, we also drill down into the unique premise of Starfleet Academy, a Star Trek series that explores a Federation that has lost its way and is seeking to reclaim its principles.

Our review looks at the young cast of cadets as well as the seasoned adult actors who add much to this series. Following our critique, we will also provide a review of the recently released documentary, Beam Me Up, Sulu. Continue reading Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season One Review

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Starfleet Academy: “Rubincon”

Gary Anderson

As this first season reaches its pulse-pounding climax, the return of Nus Braka brings with it a lethal trap for the newly revived Federation. For Chancellor Ake, Braka’s threat is more than a political crisis—it is a deeply personal reckoning. She is forced to confront her past actions in the presence of Anisha Mir, Caleb’s mother, and the woman whom she sentenced to life in prison. The burden of survival falls on the young shoulders of the cadets and their seasoned instructors. They must take on a seemingly impossible mission to save the Federation. Continue reading Starfleet Academy: “Rubincon”

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Starfleet Academy: “300th Night”

Gary Anderson

As the academic year draws to a close throughout the halls of Starfleet Academy, Caleb finds himself caught in a grueling emotional tug-of-war between the life he wanted and the life he’s built at Starfleet Academy. While Caleb and the other cadets recklessly set out on a personal quest, Chancellor Ake is driven by a deeply personal promise and forced to break protocol to fulfill it. Chasing after her cadets, she becomes ensnared by the ghosts of her past while the Federation finds itself captured in a deadly net constructed by an evil adversary. Continue reading Starfleet Academy: “300th Night”

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Starfleet Academy: “The Life of the Stars”

Gary Anderson

The hallowed halls of Starfleet Academy get a much-needed jolt of energy when Lieutenant Sylvia Tilly arrives as a visiting instructor. Known for her brilliant mind and her unconventional approach, Tilly isn’t there to lecture on warp mechanics or tactical formations. Instead, she’s there to tackle the one thing the manuals often overlook: the emotional weight of wearing the uniform. Continue reading Starfleet Academy: “The Life of the Stars”

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Starfleet Academy: “Come, Let’s Away”

Gary Anderson

In the most action-packed Starfleet Academy episode yet, “Come, Let’s Away” puts our cadets in a situation where everything is on the line. During their first training mission aboard an abandoned ship, they face a deadly new enemy, the Furies. As our cadets fight for survival, Captain Nahla Ake must risk everything to save them by seeking help from an unexpected, untrustworthy source, notably Nus Braka. Continue reading Starfleet Academy: “Come, Let’s Away”

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Starfleet Academy: “Series Acclimation Mil”

Gary Anderson

Seeking mentorship from the obvious choice – the Holographic Doctor – SAM enters a very awkward relationship that has the four-month-old hologram searching for answers in other ways. SAM sets out to solve an ancient Starfleet mystery, embarking on a journey that leads to self-discovery. “Series Acclimation Mil” explores legacy, identity, and Starfleet history, as familiar themes resurface and the cadets face lessons shaped by the past. Continue reading Starfleet Academy: “Series Acclimation Mil”

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“Star Trek: Khan” Podcast Review

Gary Anderson

Today, we’re providing a recap and analysis of the audio drama, Star Trek: Khan. As promised, Gary and Addell return to conclude their review of the nine-part scripted audio podcast, “Star Trek: Khan.” They analyze the events that transpire in Star Trek’s first audio-only drama. Is it better than expected? Listen and find out. Continue reading “Star Trek: Khan” Podcast Review

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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3 Review

Gary Anderson

Addell and Gary are back! They take a look at Season 3 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds in its entirety. The ten-episode series is a mixed bag, showing a decline in quality and consistency compared to the first two seasons. While some episodes highlighted the strength of the cast and introduced a potentially significant new antagonist, others are built on weak writing, wacky plots, and rehashes of stories or subject matter from previous Star Trek series. The season three finale is seen as a perfect example of the season as a whole: it delivered an emotionally satisfying conclusion to a leading character’s arc. Still, it was marred by flawed, problematic writing, quirky episode ideas, and the rehashing of material from other Star Trek series, which wasted precious storytelling time in a season with 10 episodes. Continue reading Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3 Review

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Star Trek: Khan S1, E1 & E2 – “Paradise” & “Scherazade”

Gary Anderson

“Star Trek: Khan,” a new narrative podcast, was developed by writers Kirsten Beyer and David Mack from a story by Nicholas Meyer, the writer/director of “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan”. The series explores Khan’s exile on Ceti Alpha V and the unraveling of his utopian ambitions. Naveen Andrews voices Khan, while Wrenn Schmidt portrays his conflicted love interest, Dr. Marla McGivers. The podcast attempts to fill in the story between Khan’s exile and his obsessive quest for revenge decades later. Continue reading Star Trek: Khan S1, E1 & E2 – “Paradise” & “Scherazade”