DS9 ReWatch: S2, E8 – “Necessary Evil”

We continue our DS9 ReWatch with “Necessary Evil, the eighth episode od Season Two.” “Necessary Evil” is structured as a film noir, the form of American cinema popular between 1941 and the early 1950s. The trend was inspired by the hard-hitting pulp fiction of the 1930s. Odo is our dogged investigator searching for the truth in both the present as well as the past.

The episode could also be described as Odo’s origin story. It was the first time Odo met Quark and Kira, both of whom will develop significant relationships with the shapeshifter throughout the succeeding seasons. Continue reading DS9 ReWatch: S2, E8 – “Necessary Evil”

Star Trek: Lower Decks S2, E7 – “Where Pleasant Fountains Lie”

This week’s episode focuses on Chief Engineer Billups, who is heir to the kingdom of Hysperia – an earth-like planet with a Renaissance Faire-themed culture. This week’s episode focuses on the Cerritos Chief Engineer, Commander Andarithio “Andy” Billups, who we learn is heir to the kingdom of Hysperia – an earth-like planet with a Renaissance Faire-themed culture. His mother, Queen Paolana, is anxious for Billups to assume the role of the planet, which he will be obligated to do once he loses his virginity.

Meanwhile, Mariner and Boimler are transporting an evil sentient computer called AGIMUS to the Daystrom Institute when their shuttle crashes on a remote, uninhabited planet. Continue reading Star Trek: Lower Decks S2, E7 – “Where Pleasant Fountains Lie”

A Special Star Trek: Age of Discovery Episode – Season Two Review

We’re back after a month-long break for the original airing of the last episode of Star Trek Discovery: Season Two. For today’s podcast, we will review, Season Two including its major themes, as well as our favorite episodes. Finally, we’ll then discuss other Star Trek related news. Continue reading A Special Star Trek: Age of Discovery Episode – Season Two Review