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It is Christmas everywhere all at once! What begins as a coffee break turns into a visit to the Time Hotel. What is this place, and how does it take the Doctor on a year-long adventure? Join us as we review Joy to the World, the 2024 Doctor Who Christmas special. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 334. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
In Star Trek: Lower Decks "The New Next Generation", the USS Cerritos goes on a mission to close a rift in spacetime that threatens to destroy their reality. Join us as we chat about all the details, determine if the series ended with a bang, and ask ourselves is this truly the end.
What happens when you get brought back to life - again? What happens if this was all part of your plan all along?? Torchwood continues to make us ask difficult questions in a realm beyond traditional Doctor Who. Join us as we review They Keep Killing Suzie, Torchwood Series 1 Episode 8. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 333. Subject matter in the Torchwood series was often intended for a more adult audience. Please be advised. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
In this weeks review, we are back aboard the USS Cerritos, although our wacky crew of Lower Deckers are nowhere to be found. Join us as we review two lower decker-light adventures that give us both a look at the life of the Upper Decks of the Cerritos, as well as the exploits of a familiar character on a Quantum Fissure Quest to save the multiverse. As alway, we'll be discussing the good, the bad, and the Trekkie.
In Fully Dilated, it's a pre-warp society undercover Girls Trip.
Would you want to hear the thoughts of your coworkers, friends, and family? If you could, would it be a gift, curse, or both? Torchwood continues to make us ask difficult questions in a realm beyond traditional Doctor Who. Join us as we review Greeks Bearing Gifts, Torchwood Series 1 Episode 6. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 332. Subject matter in the Torchwood series was often intended for a more adult audience. Please be advised. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
What's on the menu? We are! The Torchwood team's appetite for adventure continues as they face something far more evil than the latest alien menace. Yes, Torchwood continues to make us ask difficult questions in a realm beyond traditional Doctor Who. Join us as we review Countrycide Torchwood Series 1 Episode 6. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 331. Subject matter in the Torchwood series was often intended for a more adult audience. Please be advised. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
In Starbase 80, The crew of the Cerritos returns from a mission on Piskes 9 when Cetatean Ops informs the captain that navigational processing is malfunctioning, and the closest station is Starbase 80. In Of Gods and Angles, The Cerritos hosts peace talks between warring civilizations.
Torchwood encounters faeries who protect a young girl named Jasmine, but are they what they seem? The team learns that some forces are beyond their control, even before they begin. Can you save someone who doesn't want to be saved? Torchwood continues to make us ask difficult questions in a realm beyond traditional Doctor Who. Join us as we review Small Worlds, Torchwood Series 1 Episode 5. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 330. Subject matter in the Torchwood series was often intended for a more adult audience. Please be advised. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
In this weeks review, we are once again aboard the USS Cerritos, and in a very feathery situation. Join us as we review episode four of season five A Farewell to Farms, where Dr. Migleemo cooks up some hot dishes while Mariner prefers hers served cold. As alway, we'll be discussing the good, the bad, and the Trekkie.
In this weeks review, we are back aboard the USS Cerritos, rubbing elbows with its wacky crew. Join us as we review the first three episodes (Dos Cerrito, Shades of Green, The Best Exotic Nanite Hotel) of season 5. As alway, we'll be discussing the good, the bad, and the Trekkie. -- 0:00 Introduction 00:43 Life Updates and Recent Media 09:14 Lower Decks Season 5, Episode 1: “Dos Cerritos” Review 17:37 Space Potholes and the Multiverse 20:51 Character Differences in Alternate Universes 23:15 Tendi and Rutherford's Relationship 25:20 Star Trek Trivia and Transition to Episode 2 27:03 Lower Decks Season 5, Episode 2: “Shades of Green” Review 32:16 The Orion Civil War and Tendi's Actions 37:45 Lower Decks Season 5, Episode 3: “The Best Exotic Nanite Hotel” Review 41:31 Assumptions and Communication 43:00 Mariner and Jennifer's Relationship 44:09 T'Ana's Fangirling and Musical Connections 46:35 Plot Hole Discussion 50:42 The Intrepid Class Ship, the Admiral, and Wrap-Up 56:41 Outro and Preview
Welcome back to the Trekkie Book Club, ah, George's Party — where we just throw away the book and party on lunar craters. We resume our discussion of 'The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko' written by Derek Tyler Attico, as we cover chapters 15 and 16. In this episode, Benjamin finally finds Jennifer, looses Jennifer, and finds her again. Also, Benjamin befriends a certain old man! Join us as we dive into the deets, look for connections to Trek-lore, and much more.
Would you betray your friends to save a loved one? How far is too far? Torchwood continues to make us ask difficult questions in a realm beyond traditional Doctor Who. Join us as we review Cyberwoman, Torchwood Series 1 Episode 4. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 329. Subject matter in the Torchwood series was often intended for a more adult audience. Please be advised. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
Join in as we sit down with comedian, musician, and video game developer Brent Black ( @brentalfloss ) to talk about his musical KHAN!!! The Musical: A Parody Trek-tacular. We talk all about the upcoming Star Trek-inspired musical, along with how he got his start into music and comedy, and how geek-culture has influenced his career. Join me in welcoming Brent to the show.
What would you do if you found a device that lets you view events in the past? What if you saw something you shouldn't see? Would you use it for gain? For revenge or retribution? If so, at what cost? Join us as we review Ghost Machine, Torchwood Series 1 Episode 3. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 328. Subject matter in the Torchwood series was often intended for a more adult audience. Please be advised. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
It's Gwen Cooper's first day on the job as a member of Torchwood. What possibly could go wrong?? Join us as we review Day One, Torchwood Series 1 Episode 2. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 327. Subject matter in the Torchwood series was often intended for a more adult audience. Please be advised. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
We stop outside the Blue Box and into the Torchwood Institute to begin our reviews of Torchwood. Join us as we review Everything Changes, Torchwood Series 1 Episode 1. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 326. Subject matter in the Torchwood series was often intended for a more adult audience. Please be advised. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
Welcome back to the Trekkie Book Club, ah, the Heartbreak Hotel — where we attempt to cope with yet another Benjamin Sisko tragedy. We resume our discussion of 'The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko' written by Derek Tyler Attico, as we cover chapters 13 and 14. In this episode, Benjamin makes friends while navigating the yearly Starfleet Academy Crisis Protocol, and also has to deal with more heartbreak while prepping for the Kobayashi Maru! Join us as we dive into the deets, look for connections to Trek-lore, and much more. Get the Book: https://amzn.to/3WdVtxQ #TheAutobiographyOfBenjaminSisko
We return to the Twelfth Doctor's Era to finish our review of Series 9. What did we think of the finale, and how does this review take us back to the beginning of this podcast? Join us as we review Hell Bent, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 12. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 325. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
The 2024 Series of Doctor Who has come and gone. What were the highs? What did we like most? What are we looking forward to in the next series? Join us as we look back on Ncuti Gatwa's first complete series. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 324. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
Welcome back to the Trekkie Book Club, ah, The Lafayette Library — where we run our library as efficiently as a Sisko kitchen! We resume our discussion of 'The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko' written by Derek Tyler Attico, as we cover chapters 11 and 12. In this episode, Benjamin stands up for Starfleet values in Prime Directive 101, finds love in an unlikely place, and unknowing becomes a leader! Join us as we dive into the deets, look for connections to Trek-lore, and much more.
The finale of the 2024 series has arrived! Who is Ruby's mother? Will we see Susan Foreman? How will it end? Who knows!?!? Join us as we review Empire of Death. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 323. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown with special guest Kirsti Bisset.
How does beta canon contribute to the overall lore of the Star Trek universe? How do novels, comics, and games enhance or conflict with the primary canon?Join us as we discuss it all and more with @WindgraceProject from YouTube.
Join us for an open discussion about science fiction both Trek and non-Trek related. We take a deep dive into what we're watching, talk multiverses, and even the direction of Trek going forward. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discussing-trek/support
Friendship is in the air as Discussing Who and Discussing Trek join forces to give all the details on the Star Trek and Doctor Who announcements from San Diego Comic-Con 2024. Join us as we give our thoughts on the news, trailers, and much more.
Join in as we discuss Star Trek: Prodigy Season 2, episodes 16-20. It's over? Say it ain't so. We discuss the final episode of a steller season of Star Trek. 216 – "Ascension, Part II" 217 – "Brink" 218 – "Touch of Grey" 219 – "Ouroboros, Part I" 220 – "Ouroboros, Part II"
Welcome back to the Trekkie Book Club, ah, Logic Library — where we are reindexing our library using the Vulcan Indexing System, one book at a time. We resume our discussion of 'The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko' written by Derek Tyler Attico, as we cover chapters 9 and 1. In this episode, Benjamin finds love and is finally off to Starfleet. Join us as we dive into the deets, look for connections, and give our opinions on the Emmissary's life story!
Join in as we discuss Star Trek: Prodigy Season 2, episodes 11-15. So far this season continues to hit on all cylinders. Does
The Doctor and Ruby seek Kate Stewart and UNIT's assistance to answer two critical questions. Why is there a Twist at the end, and who is Ruby's mother? The finale of the 2024 series begins! Join us as we review The Legend of Ruby Sunday. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 321. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown with special guest Kirsti Bisset.
Join in as we discuss Star Trek: Prodigy Season 2, episodes 6-10. Get ready for thing to get even more timey-wimey and even mindy. Huge cameo are in two as our heroes continue their journey to restore the timeline.
Welcome back Star Trek: Prodigy! Join in as we discuss Star Trek: Prodigy Season 2, episodes 1-5. We will briefly talk about the logistics of reviewing a show that drops 20 episodes at once, before getting into the details of episodes 1-5.
In the episode, we explore the current state of Paramount Global, the home of Star Trek, chat about the prestigious Peabody Awards, and then discuss the final Star Trek Prodigy trailer. Join us as we dive into the inner machinations of the Shari Redstone and new initiatives to bolster the troubled company, gush over the wide range of Star Trek actors in attendance at the Peabody ceremonies before finally giving our thoughts on what we like from the Prodigy trailer and thoughts on its new home at Netflix.
In the episode, we discuss the future state of Star Trek and give some final thoughts on Star Trek: Discovery. As we prepare for Prodigy on Netflix next month, we look a bit further by discussing what we know of the Section 31 movie, Strange New Worlds season three, and the final upcoming season of Lower Decks. We also chat about how much of Discovery DNA we would like to see in Starfleet Academy.
The Doctor and Ruby arrive in 1813 and find themselves amidst killer cosplay. Who are the Chulder? What do they want? And, more importantly, who is Rogue? Oh, this is SO Bridgerton! Join us as we review Rogue. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 321. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
It's a fine day in Finetime! All the people are obliviously enjoying themselves and are SOOOOO Brave! But, underneath it all, is everything as A-OK as it seems? Join us as we review Dot and Bubble. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 320. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
Welcome back to the Trekkie Book Club, ah, Logical Reads — where we take the Vulcan approach, to our Star Trek Literature. We resume our discussion of 'The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko' written by Derek Tyler Attico, as we cover chapters 7 and 8. In this episode, we get into Sisko family's acceptance of Benjamin's pursuit of Starfleet, which a trip to high school presents some challenges of its own. Oh, and that vision — what is going on with that?
Join us for a fun-filled discussion of the finale episode of Star Trek: Discovery ‘Life, Itself'. The journey to find the Progenitor tech comes to an end, and so does the series. Did this season fulfill its promise? Join us as we unpack it all and more. It's not me crying.
Join in as we discuss the penultimate episode of Star Trek: Discovery, Lagrange Point. After the Breen Dreadnought led by Moll is able to nab the Progenitor tech before Discovery, our crew is forced to go on a heist of sorts!
The Doctor mysteriously disappears soon after he and Ruby arrive in Wales. On her own, will Ruby discover the meaning of the mysterious woman always standing 73 yards away? More importantly, can she pay using her phone? Join us as we review 73 Yards. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 318. This episode is streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and presented in the original unedited version, hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
Steven Moffat returns to write Doctor Who for the first time since Twice Upon a Time in 2017! The Doctor and Ruby arrive on a war-torn alien planet where the Doctor finds himself in a situation unlike any seen before. How will he escape? Who is Ruby Sunday's next of kin? Join us as we review BOOM! The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 318. This episode streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch, is being presented in its original unedited version and hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
In this review, we discuss the eighth episode of the fifth and final season of Star Trek: Discovery, Labyrinths. As Burnham attempts to escape a maze of the mind, the Breen enter the Badlands at the behest of Primarch Ra'une, who is now on an unrelenting quest to acquire the Progenitor tech.
The 2024 series arrived on on the 10th and 11th of May 2024 with a first-ever two episode premiere. We welcome Ncuti Gatwa as the Fifteenth Doctor in his first full series. But why is the Doctor Who fandom so divided? Join us as we review Space Babies and The Devil's Chord. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 317. This episode streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and is being presented in the original unedited version. Hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
The Doctor finds himself trapped in a repeating scenario. Where does the Doctor eventually go when he goes the long way around? Join us as we discuss Heaven Sent, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 11. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 316. This episode streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and is being presented in the original unedited version. Hosted by Lee Shackleford, Clarence Brown, and Kyle Jones.
In this review, we discuss the seventh episode of the fifth and final season of Star Trek: Discovery, Erigah. While Stamets, Adira, Book, and Tilly dissect the last clue to find the Progenitor's tech, all other efforts are geared toward a diplomatic standoff with the Breen, along with keeping L'ak alive.
When is a street not a street? What happens when the Doctor is very angry with you? Who is the Mayor of Trap Street? What does this have to do with Rigsy? Join us as we discuss Face the Raven, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 10. he Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 315. His legions are coming and there's always a twist at the end! This episode streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and is being presented in the original unedited version. Hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
In this review, we dive into the sixth episode of the fifth and final season of Star Trek: Discovery, titled Whistlespeak. Are you ready to challenge spirituality? What about upholding the prime directive? Everyone is looking for answers as we get closer to the Progenitor's tech. Join us as we unpack it all.
It's time to SLEEP NO MORE! After all these years, we ask ourselves if it was as bad as we remembered? Or, has time and other things (longtime listeners know what Kyle means) endeared us to this story? Join us as we discuss Sleep No More, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 9. he Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 314. This episode streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and is being presented in the original unedited version. Hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.
What is the Osgood Box and how does this mysterious device factor into one of the Twelfth Doctor's greatest moments? Join us as we discuss The Zygon Inversion, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 8. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 313. This episode streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and is being presented in the original unedited version. Hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown. A special thanks to listener MH for the feedback on Episode 312.
In this review, we dive into the fifth episode of the fifth and final season of Star Trek: Discovery, titled Mirrors. Get ready for a good dose of backstory, along with an enticing taste of nostalgia. Rayner gets his wings and Culber is not so good. Join in as we unpack it all.
In this review, we dive into the fourth episode of the fifth and final season of Star Trek: Discovery, titled Face the Strange. Get ready for a journey through Disco's past, where the connections made along the way are at center stage. You must remain connected!
In this review, we take a dive into the third episode of the fifth and final season of Star Trek: Discovery, titled Jinaal. Wilson Cruz delivers a commanding performance as Hugh Culber/Jinaal, while Commander Rayner, albeit reluctantly, gets to know the crew of the Discovery. You won't want to miss a detail of this episode as we unpack and analyze it all.
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