Star Trek: Starfleet Academy – “Vitus Reflux”

“Vitus Reflux” is another enjoyable teen drama story framed around the dual central themes of the importance of understanding one’s opponent and the value of collaborative strategy over individual ego. The episode’s backdrop is the rivalry between the newly-revived Starfleet Academy and its Burn-era counterpart, the War College. The tension between the two groups extends to their respective leaders, giving us a chance to explore how true leadership requires empathy and a focus on looking beyond surface-level conflict. Continue reading Star Trek: Starfleet Academy – “Vitus Reflux”

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S2, E6 & E7 – “Lost in Translation” & “Those Old Scientists”

Today, you get a special episode of our podcast since two episodes of “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” were released in the last week. So, we’ll analyze Episode 6, “Lost in Translation,” and Episode 7, “Those Old Scientists.” Addell and I conclude the show with the latest Star Trek news, including what came out of San Diego Comic-Con. Continue reading Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S2, E6 & E7 – “Lost in Translation” & “Those Old Scientists”

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S1, E5 – “Spock Amok”

“Who doesn’t love hijinks?” “Spock Amok” is a lighthearted episode in the tradition of “I, Mudd,” “A Piece of the Action,” or “The Trouble With Tribbles.” Throughout the story, the story also conveys some insightful perspectives on the need for empathy. The fine performances of the entire cast prove to us that SNW is as adept at playing comedy as they have been with drama. Continue reading Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S1, E5 – “Spock Amok”

Star Trek: Discovery S4, E4 – “All Is Possible”

Once again, we’re given three stories to follow in “All Is Possible,” this week’s episode. This time, our three threads did add up to more than the sum of their parts. They each moved this season’s narrative further along while at the same time exploring this week’s main theme of trust in very distinct and different ways. Addell and I will dig deep as we uncover and share our respective observations on the episode. We will conclude with recent Star Trek news. Continue reading Star Trek: Discovery S4, E4 – “All Is Possible”