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Episode Summary Thomas and Frank revisit Star Trek Strange New Worlds Season 1 Episode 1 and explain why it works for both new and longtime fans. We cover Pike's headspace after Discovery, Spock and TPring's engagement, how Order One becomes the Prime Directive, and how a single battle accidentally kickstarts a warp arms race on another world. We also dig into the show's look, the crew dynamic, canon ties from Eugenics Wars to Wrath of Khan, and how modern Trek balances optimism with real world echoes. Timestamps and Topics 00:00 Welcome to Challenge Accepted and why this episode is a great Trek starting point 01:04 What the Prime Directive means and why it matters 02:37 Pike in Montana and the call to rescue Number One 03:14 Kidnapped Number One and strange warp tech on Kylie 279 03:58 How Enterprise and Discovery footage led to a warp bomb and a broken Prime Directive 04:18 Pike's big stick moment that ends a civil conflict 05:19 Why warp cores are powerful and dangerous in the wrong hands 06:26 Canon notes on Eugenics Wars and World War Three 08:07 Pike's leadership style and visions of his fate 10:02 The rescue team and Rebecca Romijn's Number One 14:22 Spock across eras and why Ethan Peck works 15:13 Spock as a lens for humanity and Wrath of Khan ties 22:23 Representation and the franchise's long history of inclusion 31:28 Production value and the volume driven look 39:17 La An Noonien Singh and the weight of canon on character arcs Key Takeaways Strange New Worlds S1E1 is a clean entry point that reintroduces core Trek ideals while setting up Pike's personal stakes. The Prime Directive is framed through cause and effect when an earlier battle leads an emerging world to build a warp bomb. Pike leads with empathy and accountability, inviting his crew to think instead of dictating answers. The episode blends canon history like Eugenics Wars and Wrath of Khan with a fresh, episodic tone. Visuals carry real weight, with cinematic ship shots and a polished stage volume look. Trek's tradition of inclusion is present through character and story, not lectures. Memorable Quotes “This is such a great entry point for new Trek fans and returning Trek fans.” “Okay. What is the Prime Directive. Let's just get that out.” “We actually broke Order One so now we have to intervene.” “Pike is that cool cowboy and he still admits his flaws.” “The ships and sets look incredible and it makes the story easy to buy.” Call to Action Enjoyed the episode. Follow and rate Challenge Accepted, leave a quick review, and share the show with a friend using the hashtag #ChallengeAccepted. Links and Resources GeekFreaksPodcast dot com is our news source across the Geek Freaks Network https://geekfreakspodcast.com Follow Us Instagram https://www.instagram.com/challengeacceptedlive/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@challengeacceptedlive Twitter https://x.com/CAPodcastLive Listener Questions Challenge us with a movie or show, or send reactions to this episode. Email ChallengeAcceptedgfx at gmail dot com or message us on Instagram, TikTok, or Twitter at Challenge Accepted Live. Apple Podcast Tags Star Trek Strange New Worlds, Captain Pike, Spock, Prime Directive, Paramount Plus, Anson Mount, Ethan Peck, Rebecca Romijn, science fiction TV, episodic storytelling, Challenge Accepted podcast, Geek Freaks Network

When Ensign Gamble joins his first dustbuster club, he picks up a grenade and gets an emergency trip back to sicksbay. But after the rest of the team solves the escape room puzzle, Captain Batel goes Gorn on Gamble's ghost and Pelia opts for maximum drama. What's the only thing more embarrassing than being a documentary filmmaker? Who got a macaron for going poopoo in the potty? Why didn't Chapel do bits on blood magic? It's the episode that adds to the list of going concerns.Support the production of Greatest TrekGet a thing at podshop.biz!Sign up for our mailing list!Greatest Trek is produced by Wynde PriddySocial media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill TilleyMusic by Adam RaguseaFriends of DeSoto for: Labor | Democracy | JusticeDiscuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestTrek and find us on social media:YouTube | Facebook | X | Instagram | TikTok | Mastodon | Bluesky | ThreadsAnd check out these online communities run by FODs: Reddit | USS Hood Discord | Facebook group | Wikia | FriendsOfDeSoto.social

“A Space Adventure Hour” While studying the neutron star at the center of the Kitolian Belt, Captain Pike and Number One decide that it's the perfect chance to test a new Starfleet innovation that should make extended missions easier: the Holodeck. What better time to push the ship's power resources to the limit than when circling the gravitationally collapsed core of a massive supergiant? What could possibly go wrong? Well, for one thing, a burgeoning television show could be canceled. Also, La'an could get trapped in a simulation with the safeties off. And, in the worst case, the entire crew could be lost as the crushing gravity of the collapsing star pulls the ship apart. But don't worry, Amelia Moon is on the case. But first, some diction lessons. In this episode of Saddle Up! hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our journey through Strange New Worlds with “A Space Adventure Hour.” We discuss the use of the Holodeck, La'an and Spock's tango, and the Last Frontier cold open as we also ask whether this very meta episode is really a love letter to Star Trek. Chapters Intro (0:00:00) The Holodeck before the Holodeck (00:02:35) Amelia Moon Saves the Day (00:16:17) The Spock–La'an Tango (00:22:41) Love Letter or Insult? (00:31:18) Gimmicks or Playground? (00:52:28) Final Thoughts and Ratings (01:00:12) Closing (01:04:39) Hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing Production C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer)

“A Space Adventure Hour” While studying the neutron star at the center of the Kitolian Belt, Captain Pike and Number One decide that it's the perfect chance to test a new Starfleet innovation that should make extended missions easier: the Holodeck. What better time to push the ship's power resources to the limit than when circling the gravitationally collapsed core of a massive supergiant? What could possibly go wrong? Well, for one thing, a burgeoning television show could be canceled. Also, La'an could get trapped in a simulation with the safeties off. And, in the worst case, the entire crew could be lost as the crushing gravity of the collapsing star pulls the ship apart. But don't worry, Amelia Moon is on the case. But first, some diction lessons. In this episode of Saddle Up! hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our journey through Strange New Worlds with “A Space Adventure Hour.” We discuss the use of the Holodeck, La'an and Spock's tango, and the Last Frontier cold open as we also ask whether this very meta episode is really a love letter to Star Trek. Chapters Intro (0:00:00) The Holodeck before the Holodeck (00:02:35) Amelia Moon Saves the Day (00:16:17) The Spock–La'an Tango (00:22:41) Love Letter or Insult? (00:31:18) Gimmicks or Playground? (00:52:28) Final Thoughts and Ratings (01:00:12) Closing (01:04:39) Hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing Production C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer)

When La'an gets assigned to trash the holodeck during a neutron star mission, Scotty sets her up with a terrible crime to investigate. But after she requests some help and Spock joins the illusion, their lack of weird energy helps her solve the case in time to save the Entrepreneur. Who's aggressively skating towards an award in this episode? Which character has ‘tism rizz? What needs to be more of a bit? It's the episode that always nails the Riker maneuver.Support the production of Greatest TrekGet a thing at podshop.biz!Sign up for our mailing list!Greatest Trek is produced by Wynde PriddySocial media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill TilleyMusic by Adam RaguseaFriends of DeSoto for: Labor | Democracy | JusticeDiscuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestTrek and find us on social media:YouTube | Facebook | X | Instagram | TikTok | Mastodon | Bluesky | ThreadsAnd check out these online communities run by FODs: Reddit | USS Hood Discord | Facebook group | Wikia | FriendsOfDeSoto.social

On this episode of Trek Watch, we're diving into the highs and lows of the current Star Trek landscape. First, we tip our hats to Strange New Worlds for delivering a surprisingly fun and freaky zombie episode—proving once again that Trek can still get weird in the best ways.But it's not all warp core breezes: we're scratching our heads at that baffling Season 4 teaser, where Captain Pike is… a puppet? Yep, that happened. And we're not thrilled. Add to that a Starfleet Academy trailer that feels more CW teen drama than classic Trek, and we've got some honest frustrations to beam up. It's a mix of praise and protest this week as we talk tone, direction, and what the franchise needs to stay boldly on course.

“Shuttle to Kenfori” With Captain Batel facing the possibility of becoming an extra in the 1980s miniseries V, Doctor M'Benga and Spock hatch a plan (no pun intended) to save her by using a rare chimera blossom to combine the residual Gorn DNA in her body with her human DNA. The catch? That very special episode of Blossom only airs in one place, a planet once disputed by the Federation and Klingons. Captain Pike, wanting to play a role in saving his girlfriend, kicks Spock off the mission and assigns himself to accompany M'Benga. When they arrive on Kenfori, they find themselves in an episode of The Walking Dead. But escaping the zombies won't be as easy as they think, thanks to the arrival of Bytha, daughter of Klingon ambassador/mass murderer Dak'Rah, who is determined to exact vengeance on M'Benga. In this episode of Saddle Up! hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our journey through Strange New Worlds with “Shuttle to Kenfori.” We discuss the continuation of M'Benga's story, future paths for Batel, designing TOS-inspired Klingons, insubordination, and a few creative ideas we maybe should keep to ourselves. Chapters Intro (0:00:00) An "Under the Cloak of War" Sequel (00:04:25) The Walking Dead (00:08:59) No Signs of Life (00:14:36) Crafting Klingons (00:21:09) Gorn to Be with You (00:28:10) Insubordinate Ortegas (00:36:02) Trek As a YA Novel (00:41:33) Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:48:03) Closing (00:57:21) Hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing Production C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer)

Captain Pike and the crew of the Enterprise are back for another season and crew of the U.S.S Mint Condition are here to talk about it. Join your hosts James and John as they take the Gorn head on talking about episode 1 Hegemony, Part II and then they have a some fun with Spock and Dr. Roger Korby in episode 2 Wedding Bell Blues.

“Shuttle to Kenfori” With Captain Batel facing the possibility of becoming an extra in the 1980s miniseries V, Doctor M'Benga and Spock hatch a plan (no pun intended) to save her by using a rare chimera blossom to combine the residual Gorn DNA in her body with her human DNA. The catch? That very special episode of Blossom only airs in one place, a planet once disputed by the Federation and Klingons. Captain Pike, wanting to play a role in saving his girlfriend, kicks Spock off the mission and assigns himself to accompany M'Benga. When they arrive on Kenfori, they find themselves in an episode of The Walking Dead. But escaping the zombies won't be as easy as they think, thanks to the arrival of Bytha, daughter of Klingon ambassador/mass murderer Dak'Rah, who is determined to exact vengeance on M'Benga. In this episode of Saddle Up! hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our journey through Strange New Worlds with “Shuttle to Kenfori.” We discuss the continuation of M'Benga's story, future paths for Batel, designing TOS-inspired Klingons, insubordination, and a few creative ideas we maybe should keep to ourselves. Chapters Intro (0:00:00) An "Under the Cloak of War" Sequel (00:04:25) The Walking Dead (00:08:59) No Signs of Life (00:14:36) Crafting Klingons (00:21:09) Gorn to Be with You (00:28:10) Insubordinate Ortegas (00:36:02) Trek As a YA Novel (00:41:33) Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:48:03) Closing (00:57:21) Hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing Production C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer)

Sometimes you've just gotta drop everything and get flowers for your significant other.  But for Captain Pike, doing so is the only way to keep her alive.  But there's a catch!  Actually, a lot of catches.  With lots of teeth.  Climb aboard the Shuttle To Kenfori to hear what Mission Log Live's callers had to say.

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Sometimes you've just gotta drop everything and get flowers for your significant other.  But for Captain Pike, doing so is the only way to keep her alive.  But there's a catch!  Actually, a lot of catches.  With lots of teeth.  Climb aboard the Shuttle To Kenfori to hear what Mission Log Live's callers had to say.

When Captain Batel's last chance is a rare blossom from inside the restricted zone, Captain Pike and Dr. M'Benga shuttle down to a spooky garden center. But after a Klingon hunting party finds them and they fight off the flora together, only a warrior's sacrifice can get the away team back to the ship. What's bound to get old to a ghost? Why do Klingons hate flowers? How is Dr. M'Benga like the Raisin Bran sun? It's the episode that won't stand for any beeping chair erasure.Support the production of Greatest TrekGet a thing at podshop.biz!Sign up for our mailing list!Greatest Trek is produced by Wynde PriddySocial media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill TilleyMusic by Adam RaguseaFriends of DeSoto for: Labor | Democracy | JusticeDiscuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestTrek and find us on social media:YouTube | Facebook | X | Instagram | TikTok | Mastodon | Bluesky | ThreadsAnd check out these online communities run by FODs: Reddit | USS Hood Discord | Facebook group | Wikia | FriendsOfDeSoto.social

“Hegemony, Part II” With part of his crew abducted in cold blood and orders to stand down and stay on the Federation side of the demarcation line, Captain Pike must balance duty as a Starfleet officer with duty as a leader responsible for the lives under his command. As La'an, Ortegas, M'Benga, and Sam Kirk fight their way out of the serpents' den, Spock and Chapel prepare for some unorthodox surgery to save Captain Batel's life while Uhura and Una hatch a plan to rescue their kidnapped crewmates. After preparing for ramming speed, the Enterprise punches back at the big lizards in their backyard and uncovers a surprise in another battle at the binary stars. The ultimate solution? Put the lizards to sleep and kick the can down the road. Sound familiar? In this episode of Saddle Up! hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our journey through Strange New Worlds with the Season 3 premiere, “Hegemony, Part II.” We discuss the challenge of continuing a story after a two-year break, the character progressions, the potential end of the Gorn threat, and the familiar nature of the resolution. Chapters Intro (0:00:00) Picking Up the Story (00:03:15) Gorn Your Own Way (00:12:56) Bye Bye Gornie (00:18:41) Spock and Chapel (00:27:08) Martin Quinn's Scotty (00:40:18) Done with the Gorn? (00:48:04) Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:50:10) Closing (00:53:14) Hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing Production C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer)

“Hegemony, Part II” With part of his crew abducted in cold blood and orders to stand down and stay on the Federation side of the demarcation line, Captain Pike must balance duty as a Starfleet officer with duty as a leader responsible for the lives under his command. As La'an, Ortegas, M'Benga, and Sam Kirk fight their way out of the serpents' den, Spock and Chapel prepare for some unorthodox surgery to save Captain Batel's life while Uhura and Una hatch a plan to rescue their kidnapped crewmates. After preparing for ramming speed, the Enterprise punches back at the big lizards in their backyard and uncovers a surprise in another battle at the binary stars. The ultimate solution? Put the lizards to sleep and kick the can down the road. Sound familiar? In this episode of Saddle Up! hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our journey through Strange New Worlds with the Season 3 premiere, “Hegemony, Part II.” We discuss the challenge of continuing a story after a two-year break, the character progressions, the potential end of the Gorn threat, and the familiar nature of the resolution. Chapters Intro (0:00:00) Picking Up the Story (00:03:15) Gorn Your Own Way (00:12:56) Bye Bye Gornie (00:18:41) Spock and Chapel (00:27:08) Martin Quinn's Scotty (00:40:18) Done with the Gorn? (00:48:04) Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:50:10) Closing (00:53:14) Hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing Production C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer)

When Spock plans a grand romantic gesture for Nurse Chapel's return, he's surprised to learn their break led to sharing quarters with Dr. Corby. But after a leprechaun bartender spikes Spock's drink, Corby is sent to the proverbial cuck chair. How do you choose the tracklist for the most fucked-up mix tape? What kind of lists are Ben and Adam on? Which is better: snaps or jazz hands? It's the episode that asks the stripper to sign an NDA.Support the production of Greatest TrekGet a thing at podshop.biz!Sign up for our mailing list!Greatest Trek is produced by Wynde PriddySocial media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill TilleyMusic by Adam RaguseaFriends of DeSoto for: Labor | Democracy | JusticeDiscuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestTrek and find us on social media:YouTube | Facebook | X | Instagram | TikTok | Mastodon | Bluesky | ThreadsAnd check out these online communities run by FODs: Reddit | USS Hood Discord | Facebook group | Wikia | FriendsOfDeSoto.social

***Be warned....all of our Strange New Worlds Season 3 episodes will contain spoilers***Star Trek Strange New Worlds is BACK! We are so excited to be discussing this incredible series with you once again. While season 2 left us with a massive cliff hanger, season 3 picks right up where "Hegemony Part I" ends. This episode is packed with a stunning, updated intro theme, a massive amount of action and adventure, crew members lives hanging in the balance, Captain Pike vulnerable and distracted by the injuries to Captain Batel, oh ya and MORE Gorn! This season premiere does not disappoint!

Die 2. Season von Star Trek Strange New Worlds endete mit der Episode "Hegemonie I" in einem packenden Cliffhanger. Am 17. Juli war es endlich so weit: es startete die 3. Season, und wir konnten gebannt verfolgten, wie Captain Pike und seine Mannschaft in der 1. Episode der neuen Staffel, "Hegemonie II", darum kämpfen mussten, die Welt und noch so nebenbei ein paar Leben, Beziehungen und ein angeknackstes Studenten-Ego zu retten. SPOILER-WARNUNG!

Die 3. Staffel von Star Trek: Strange New Worlds ist am 17. Juli 2025 bei Paramount+ an den Start gegangen und schickt die Enterprise-Crew von Captain Pike auf neue aufregende Einzel-Abenteuer. Von düsterer Weltraum-Action über Zombie-Horror und schräger Sci-Fi-Parodie werden dabei wieder unterschiedliche Genres erforscht. Ob das überzeugt? Das verraten euch Max und Mario in ihrem einen Ersteindruck zu den ersten Folgen von Staffel 3. *** Dieser Podcast wird gesponsert von MagentaTV – dem TV- und Streaming-Angebot der Telekom. Abonniere und bewerte Streamgestöber bei der Podcast-App deines Vertrauens! Wenn du mit deiner Meinung im Podcast landen willst, schick uns eine Sprachnachricht oder einen Kommentar per Mail an podcast@moviepilot.de.

In dieser Episode der Star Trek Talk Runde konzentrieren wir uns auf die neueste Ausgabe der dritten Staffel von "Strange New Worlds". Zusammen mit meinen Kollegen Arne und Frank untersuchen wir die emotionalen und komplexen Themen, die in dieser Episode behandelt werden. Die Erzählung geht tief in die Charakterentwicklungen und die Dilemmata, denen sich die Figuren stellen müssen, ein und beleuchtet sowohl individuelle als auch kollektive Traumata. Zu Beginn der Diskussion gehe ich auf die menschliche Perspektive ein und teile einige persönliche Erfahrungen aus meiner Arbeit im Rettungsdienst. Diese Reflexionen über die Verbindung zwischen Beruf und persönlichem Leben eröffnen den Raum für ein tieferes Verständnis der Charaktere in "Strange New Worlds". Ich erwähne auch ein kürzlich geführtes Interview mit dem Berufsverband Rettungsdienst aus Österreich, das interessante Einblicke in Unterschiede und Gemeinsamkeiten unseres Systems bietet. Diesen Link teile ich gerne mit unseren Zuhörern, da ich denke, dass es wertvolle Erkenntnisse liefert. Der Kern unserer Diskussion dreht sich um die Episode „Der Schlechter von Jigal“ und die neuen Inhalte, die uns diese Staffel bietet. Wir analysieren eingehend die Beziehung zwischen Mbenga und Botschafter Ra, die von einer belasteten Vergangenheit geprägt ist und die Frage der moralischen Integrität aufwirft. Besonders hervorheben möchte ich die Interaktionen der Crewmitglieder, die in dieser Episode vielseitige emotionale Reaktionen zeigen. Einige verharren in diplomatischem Verhalten, während andere von inneren Konflikten geplagt werden, was die Komplexität der Erzählung verstärkt. Ein zentrales Thema ist die Frage, was es bedeutet, sich den eigenen Dämonen zu stellen. Die emotionalen Höhepunkte der Episode sind beeindruckend in die Narration integriert und zeigen nicht nur Action, sondern auch die Verletzlichkeit der Charaktere. Der Spagat zwischen Pflichtbewusstsein von Captain Pike und dem Wohlergehen seiner Crew führt zu spannenden Diskussionen über die moralischen Dilemmata, die in Konflikten entstehen. Pikes Verpflichtung wird immer wieder auf die Probe gestellt, während seine Crew die Herausforderungen der Vergangenheit mit ihren eigenen Erlebnissen konfrontiert wird. Die Rückblenden, die die fesselnden Geschichten der Veteranen aus dem Krieg darstellen, vertiefen unser Verständnis für die emotionalen Schichten der Charaktere. Diese Erzählweise unterstreicht die psychologischen Folgeschäden, die aus kriegerischen Auseinandersetzungen resultieren, und lädt die Zuhörer ein, sich den Schrecken und den Herausforderungen zu stellen, die mit einem Leben nach dem Krieg verbunden sind. Insbesondere Charaktere wie Mbenga und Nörsel müssen sich mit den Konsequenzen ihrer Entscheidungen auseinandersetzen, was zu packenden Momenten führt. Ein weiterer diskussionswürdiger Punkt sind die Szenen im Kampfgymnasium, wo die Interaktionen zwischen Ra und Mbenga nicht nur den Konflikt, sondern auch die Themen Ehre und persönliche Opfern thematisieren. Diese visuellen Darstellungen der Kämpfe helfen, die emotionalen Spannungen weiter zu verstärken, und leisten einen bedeutenden Beitrag zur Gesamtbeurteilung der moralischen Fragestellungen, die die Episode behandelt. Ebenso relevant ist die Konfrontation von Erika mit Ra, die als Katalysator für das Ausbrechen von Spannungen dient und den Blick auf die unbewältigten Emotionen der Crew öffnet. Diese Dynamik zeigt auf, wie tief die Wunden aus der Vergangenheit reichen und wie sie das Verhalten der Charaktere prägen. Der Dialog über Vergebung und die Möglichkeiten zur Heilung wird während der gesamten Episode begleitet, und ich lade die Zuhörer ein, sich mit uns in diese wichtigen Themen zu vertiefen. Insgesamt eröffnet uns diese Episode nicht nur einen Einblick in die individuellen Erfahrungen der Charaktere, sondern stellt auch grundlegende Fragen darüber, wie Gesellschaften mit den Konsequenzen von Krieg umgehen. Die Erzählweise fordert uns heraus, über Vergebung nachzudenken und ob Frieden ohne ein Verständnis der vergangenen Gräueltaten möglich ist. Wir sind auf einem Weg, der uns zwingt, die menschlichen Kosten des Krieges zu betrachten und zu reflektieren, was es bedeutet, zu heilen und miteinander zu leben. Ich freue mich darauf, diese tiefgreifenden Themen gemeinsam mit unseren Zuhörern zu erkunden.

When Captain Pike is frozen in his battle armor, the Entrepreneur's only means of escape is ramming speed. But after dangling on a cliff for almost two years, Captain Batel's backside undergoes an emergency babality. Why do we remember Valeo Beta V? What does the Gorn feeding chamber not have? How do you know when a name is really back? It's the episode where the line gets drawn HERE and then also a little further.Support the production of Greatest TrekGet a thing at podshop.biz!Sign up for our mailing list!Greatest Trek is produced by Wynde PriddySocial media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill TilleyMusic by Adam RaguseaFriends of DeSoto for: Labor | Democracy | JusticeDiscuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestTrek and find us on social media:YouTube | Facebook | X | Instagram | TikTok | Mastodon | Bluesky | ThreadsAnd check out these online communities run by FODs: Reddit | USS Hood Discord | Facebook group | Wikia | FriendsOfDeSoto.social

Captain Pike and the crew of the Enterprise are back in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3 - and we have our spoiler-filled review of the first two episodes.We've seen the first 5 episodes and… well, we have some opinions - but no spoilers beyond Episode 2. To find out what they are, listen now!

Anson Mount (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Hell on Wheels) joins us this week for a grounded and honest conversation about fatherhood, patience, and finding perspective. Anson talks a lot about Strange New Worlds… getting into the responsibility he feels playing Captain Pike and the surprising fan backlash against casting in the series. We also talk about advice for new dads, embracing the moment instead of chasing the outcome, and whether or not he'd want his kids to go into acting. Thank you to our sponsors:

Audio from Thursday Night Geeks We're charting a course straight into the explosive Season 2 finale of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds — "Hegemony." With tensions high and the Gorn deadlier than ever, the crew of the Enterprise faces a nightmare scenario that pushes Starfleet ideals to the breaking point. We'll examine how the series handles high-stakes conflict, moral dilemmas, and the weight of command in this harrowing final chapter of the season. We'll dive deep into Captain Pike's impossible choice and the toll it takes—not just on him, but on his relationships with his crew. From Spock's desperate search for Christine Chapel to La'an's cold tactical edge, every major character is tested under fire. We'll also take a closer look at the return of the Gorn as a modern Trek threat—what works, what terrifies, and what it all means for Starfleet going forward. And of course, we'll talk about that ending. The final moments of "Hegemony" leave us on the edge of our seats and wondering how the crew can possibly regroup. Has the Enterprise ever been this outmatched? Join us as we unpack the emotional weight, story structure, and cinematic style of the episode that's redefining what a Trek finale can be. Thanks for listening to this special episode of Trek Geeks, featuring the audio from our Thursday Night Geeks livestream! If you enjoyed the conversation, be sure to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with your fellow Trek fans. It really helps us grow the community. Want to be part of the fun as it happens? Join us live for Thursday Night Geeks every week on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/trekgeeks. Hit subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a stream. We'd love to have you in the chat, sharing your thoughts and Trek takes in real time. Until next time... Live Long and COCONUT!

In dieser Episode besprechen wir den neuesten Trailer zur dritten Staffel von "Strange New Worlds". Ich bin gemeinsam mit Arne dabei, und obwohl Frank heute nicht teilnimmt, freuen wir uns darauf, die aufregenden neuen Details zu erkunden, die uns im Trailer präsentiert werden. Der Trailer zeigt uns nicht nur eindrucksvolle Szenen, sondern auch bedeutende Charakterentwicklungen, die unser Interesse wecken. Wir beginnen mit einer Analyse der ersten Szenen, in denen die Charaktere stark im Vordergrund stehen. Arne weist darauf hin, dass die Frisuren unserer Helden besonders herausstechen, was für uns beide ein amüsanter Fokus ist. Während des Gesprächs spekulieren wir über mögliche Handlungselemente und die Beziehung zwischen Captain Pike und dessen möglicher neue Begleitung. Unsere Begeisterung über die Dynamik dieser Figuren wird schnell klar, während wir uns durch die verschiedenen Szenen hangeln, die sowohl klassische Elemente der Serie als auch frische, innovative Ansätze zeigen. Ein zentraler Punkt unserer Diskussion sind die Action-Sequenzen im Trailer, die uns an vergangene Abenteuer erinnern, und die Räume, die auf mysteriöse Weise den Eindruck erwecken, dass verschiedene Zeitebenen und alternative Realitäten ins Spiel kommen könnten. Arne bringt einige Theorien ins Spiel, während wir darüber diskutieren, was all diese Szenen für die Haupthandlung bedeuten könnten und ob wir bereits Hinweise auf die ersten Folgen der neuen Staffel erhalten haben. Wir sind beide gespannt auf das, was uns in der neuen Staffel erwartet, besonders auf spannende Charakterentwicklungen und mögliche neue Allianzen zwischen den Protagonisten. Ob die Gorn eine zentrale Rolle spielen werden, bleibt abzuwarten, doch unsere Spekulationen über die verschiedenen Konflikte und persönlichen Herausforderungen der Crew sind lebhaft und ziehen sich durch die gesamte Episode. Gegen Ende der Diskussion reflektieren wir unsere Erwartungen und die Vorfreude auf die Serie. Trotz gemischter Gefühle über den Trailer selbst sind wir optimistisch und gespannt auf das, was uns am 17. Juli in der neuen Staffel erwartet. Die Vorfreude auf die Rückkehr der Stars und die neuen Geschichten, die sie erzählen werden, bleibt ungebrochen. Wir laden die Hörer ein, sich ebenfalls auf die neue Staffel zu freuen und ihre Meinungen zu den gezeigten Inhalten mit uns zu teilen.

In dieser Episode unserer Star Trek Talkrunde widmen wir uns ausführlich der spannenden Crossover-Folge „Those Old Scientists“ aus der zweiten Staffel von *Strange New Worlds*, die am 22.07.2023 in den USA und am 23.07.2023 in Deutschland Premiere feierte. Die Vorfreude in unserem virtuellen Studio ist groß, denn wir erwarten viele interessante Aspekte und Diskussionen, während wir uns mit dieser besonderen Folge beschäftigen, die sowohl von *Strange New Worlds* als auch von *Lower Decks* beeinflusst ist. Die Episode behandelt nicht nur die Rückkehr zu klassischen Star Trek-Elementen, sondern stellt auch die aufregende Dynamik zwischen den Charakteren von zwei unterschiedlichen Serien in den Vordergrund. Daniela führt uns 120 Jahre in die Zukunft, als die Ensigns der Cerritos mithilfe eines Zeitportals Kontakt zu Captain Pikes Crew aufnehmen. Mit vielen humorvollen und auch nachdenklichen Momenten entfaltet sich die Handlung, die uns dazu zwingt, über die Themen Vorbilder und Stereotypen nachzudenken, insbesondere in Bezug auf die Orioner und deren Darstellung. Besonders hervorzuheben sind die technischen Details der Animation und das Design der Planeten, welche die Episode visuell ansprechend machen. Während wir uns in die Handlung vertiefen, erkennt man deutlich, dass die Charaktere sowohl in der Animation von *Lower Decks* als auch in der Live-Action von *Strange New Worlds* eine eigene, einzigartige Nuance haben. Hierbei ist auch die Beziehung zwischen Commander Bäumler und Captain Pike von zentraler Bedeutung, die mit humorvollen Momenten gespickt ist und gleichzeitig tiefere emotionale Konflikte aufzeigt. Im Verlauf des Gesprächs tauchen wir tief in die Beziehungen und Entwicklungen der Hauptfiguren ein, darunter auch die schwierige Dynamik zwischen Nurse Chapel und Spock. Während Bäumler in seine chaotischen Abenteuer eintaucht, erfahren wir mehr über die Herausforderungen, die die Figuren bewältigen müssen, und die interessanten Schwierigkeiten, die sich aus Zeitreisen ergeben. Die Episode spielt leidenschaftlich mit dem Konzept der Zeitreisen und beleuchtet, wie Vergangenheit, Gegenwart und Zukunft miteinander verflochten sind. Ein weiterer wichtiger Aspekt der Diskussion ist die Betrachtung des Star Trek-Kanons. Wir beschäftigen uns mit der Rolle von Büchern und Comics und stellen fest, dass der A-Kanon und B-Kanon harmonisch zusammenarbeiten sollten, um einen konsistenten Rahmen zu schaffen. Dabei wird auch die Bedeutung von Humor in der Serie beleuchtet, insbesondere in den Interaktionen zwischen Bäumler, Spock und Uhura, die die Komplexität und Tiefe ihrer Charaktere auf unterhaltsame Weise zur Geltung bringen. Abschließend reflektieren wir über die Balance zwischen humorvollen Elementen und emotionalem Tiefgang, die diese Episode prägt. Es ist klar, dass *Strange New Worlds* und *Lower Decks* künstlerisch und narrativ miteinander verwoben sind, um eine Geschichte zu erzählen, die sowohl Nostalgie als auch frische Perspektiven bietet. Mit jedem Detail, das wir besprechen, wächst unsere Begeisterung für die zukünftigen Entwicklungen und Abenteuer im Star Trek-Universum.

In this episode of Catholic Answers Live,  Jimmy Akin and Cy discuss what someone in the annulment process must do before entering the Church through OCIA, and examine how Sola Scriptura and a priori syllogisms relate to Anglican apologetics. They explore how to discern messages from angels, and whether Spock's sacrifice in Star Trek reflects John 15:13. Other questions include whether Martin Luther sought self-justification, and how to respond to criticisms of Catholic parish events like gambling nights. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 05:15 – What must someone do regarding their current marriage if they are in the annulment process, remarried, and preparing to enter the Church through OCIA? 15:25 – How does Sola Scriptura relate to a priori syllogisms in the context of Anglican apologetics? 23:07 – What is the proper way to discern signs and messages from angels according to Catholic teaching? 35:10 – In Star Trek, Spock sacrifices his life for Captain Pike. Is this an example of John 15:13 in action? 40:38 – Was Martin Luther ultimately motivated by a desire for self-justification? 47:49 – How should Catholics respond to criticism about past parish events like gambling or casino nights being seen as hypocritical?

We're going out to the farthest reaches of space and into the deepest recesses of the mind for another look at Harry Potter and Star Trek. Potterversity regular Louise Freeman, a retired psychology professor and licensed behavioral analyst who previously joined us for two episodes on memory in Harry Potter, contacted us after our Star Trek episode to share another connection that occurred to her. She asks us to consider the famous Dumbledore quotation "Of course it is happening inside your head, Harry, but why on earth should that mean that it is not real?" (DH 723) in the context of implanted memories in Star Trek. We focus on Captain Picard's life in an extinct civilization on the Next Generation episode "The Inner Light" and Chief O'Brien's prison sentence on Deep Space Nine's "Hard Time." Both experiences take place only in the characters' minds within a few minutes yet feel like years to Picard and O'Brien. Technically, Picard never left the bridge of the Enterprise and O'Brien never served time in jail - it happened inside their heads but felt real to them and had lasting effects. We also discuss Captain Pike's time on Talos IV on The Original Series, where aliens can create convincing illusions either to trap people or to give them a better quality of life, which is particularly appealing for Pike after he becomes severely disabled. Nog's time in a Las Vegas nightclub in a holosuite following a traumatic injury on Deep Space Nine's "It's Only a Paper Moon" leads us to consider Potter's ghosts and another Dumbledore quote: "It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live" (SS 214). These "unreal" experiences can have positive or negative consequences and demonstrate the power of escapism not only within these series but for audiences who feel immersed in them. Can you think of any other connections between Harry Potter and Star Trek? We'd love to hear from you! Send us an email at PotterversityPodcast@gmail.com, and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.

This week, we're joined by New York Times bestselling author James Swallow to talk about his new Star Trek: Strange New Worlds novel, "Toward the Night."We discuss the inspiration behind the story, writing for Captain Pike and the crew, and what makes this era of Star Trek so exciting to explore. Oh yeah, and Klingons.Send us a textSupport the show

In this season one review episode of Strange New Worlds, Dana and Dan discuss the characters, situations, and best and worst of the inaugural season. As always, there is rambling, and the guys take several interesting detours (including a discussion about whether Captain Pike would want a romantic interlude with a Gorn!). We have stickers! If you would like one, please call the Damnit Jim Hotline at 509-676-6298. Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to damnitjimpodcast@gmail.com. You can find us on YouTube and Facebook. You can also call the Damnit Jim Hotline at 509-676-6298.    Music: Climb by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In dieser Episode analysiere ich zusammen mit Arne den kürzlich veröffentlichten Trailer zu "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds", direkt vor dem First Contact Day. Wir sprechen über den aufregenden Inhalt des Trailers und die neuen Entwicklungen, die uns in der dritten Staffel erwarten. Besonders faszinierend sind die ersten Minuten des Trailers, die uns einen Einblick in die Atmosphäre und das Setting der neuen Episoden geben. Wir staunen über die kreative Präsentation, die an eine Diashow erinnert, und diskutieren, welche Klassiker des Star Trek-Universums visuell Zitate zurückliefern. Arne und ich teilen unsere Eindrücke vom neuen Crew-Design und den auffälligen Frisuren der Charaktere, darunter Captain Pike und der neue Kirk, gespielt von Paul Wesley. Wir sprechen über das nostalgische Design der Brücke, das an frühere Serien erinnert, und reflektieren über die Gesamtästhetik, die anscheinend eine Hommage an die Anfänge von Star Trek ist. Dabei diskutieren wir die Dynamik zwischen den Charakteren und die Fragen, die sich um die neue Figur Rue Starby drehen, die an Q aus "Star Trek: The Next Generation" erinnert und möglicherweise die Realität manipulieren könnte. Ein weiterer Diskussionspunkt sind die schnellen Schnitte und die verschiedenen Genres, die im Trailer angedeutet werden, von actiongeladenen Szenarien bis hin zu potenziellen Mystery-Elementen, die auf ein Krimi-Element hindeuten. Arne und ich sind beide begeistert von der Idee, dass die neuen Folgen eine breite Palette an Geschichten und Stilen bietet, die unser Interesse weckt. Besonders die Anspielungen auf romantische Handlungsstränge zwischen bekannten Charakteren sorgen für Aufregung, und wir spekulieren, ob diese Entwicklungen den bisherigen Verlauf der Story beeinflussen werden. Wir blicken auch auf einige Wendungen, die möglicherweise in Form von Horror-Elementen auftreten könnten, und auf die Rückkehr von vertrauten Gesichtern wie Montgomery Scott. Die Vorfreude auf die neuen Episoden ist greifbar, und wir diskutieren unsere Erwartungen und Wünsche für die kommenden Geschichten. Abschließend reflektiere ich über meine persönliche Begeisterung für die Serie und die Charaktere, die sich im Laufe der Staffeln entwickelt haben, und freue mich darauf, wie sich die Geschichte in dieser neuen Saison entfalten wird.

In this season one finale episode of Strange New Worlds, "A Quality of Mercy," Dana and Dan discuss the time-bending dilemma in which Captain Pike finds himself. They also talk about doing a cooking show that feature the meals Pike makes during the series. And, of course, there is much rambling! Dan and Dana are off next week, but make sure to join them in two weeks for the first episode of Season Two! Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to damnitjimpodcast@gmail.com. You can find us on YouTube and Facebook. You can also call the Damnit Jim Hotline at 509-676-6298.   Music: Climb by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

We're wrapping up our Spotlight Series, looking at the Star Trek Pilots, with Strange New Worlds first episode entitled....."Strange New Worlds". We are big fans of this series and dive into the psyche of Captain Pike as he continues to be haunted by the experience he had with the Klingon Crystals in the Star Trek Discovery season 2 episode "Through the Valley of Shadows". This experience and knowledge he gains manifests itself in many unexpected locations, as visions of his disfigured face haunt him. We also meet recognizable characters from TOS and even new ones as we take the first adventure with Capt Pike and his crew aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise!

The second season of "Discovery" is underway, and it's bringing Captain Pike along for the ride! In "Brother", mysterious signals have appeared simultaneously throughout the galaxy and it's up to the "Disco" crew and her new commander to figure out what's going on. The trail leads to an unnecessarily action-packed asteroid field and a much more stoic engineer. Also this week: tons of setup, unsubtle stand-in, and recasting TOS! [timestamps: Brother: 01:40; fantasy casts: 1:03:28] [TOS recast: https://www.tumblr.com/sshbpodcast/777846688575602688/fantasy-casting-tos]

Join Marshal and Keith as they trek with Captain Pike, Spock, Una Chin-Riley, La'an Noonien-Singh, and the rest of the crew of the starship Enterprise NC-1701 as they explore space ten years before Captain Kirk.  They have rocky first contacts, communicate with comets, uncover internal secrets, and face off with new deadly enemies.To download, right-click here and then click SaveJoin the Journey Into Patreon to get extra episodes and personal addresses, plus other extras and rewards.Timecode................Episode Title00:20:33...................Strange New Worlds00:28:31...................Children of the Comet00:35:55...................Ghosts of Illyria00:41:12...................Memento Mori00:47:59..................Spock Amok

On the latest episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd century and the continuing voyages of the USS Enterprise under the command of Captain Pike. On this particular adventure, La'an finds herself transported to another universe, one where the Federation was never formed. It's up to her and none other than James T. Kirk to travel back in time and determine what event changed the course of history. Join us as we go boldly!

Quick, put on your secret black leather uniform and prepare yourself for moral dubiousness as we prepare ourselves for the upcoming film- ‘Star Trek: Section 31.' With the film debuting in just a few days after this episode drops, Miles and Charlie prepare themselves by choosing three episodes tangentially related to the forthcoming film, in ‘Inquisition,' we and Julian Bashier meet Section 31 and all Bashier wants are Scone and Jams, then in ‘Yesterday's Enterprise,' we slip into an alternate universe/Tasha Yar fixfic and meet Captain Rachel Garrett (who will apprantly be in this movie) and we encounter that most deadly Star Trek threat… WALL ROCKS and then in Saints of Imperfection, Captain Pike meets the worst kind of secret operatives, catty drama kids who can't shut up about how secret they all are, will any of this actually relate to the film? We don't know, but we've assembled a team of our own to talk about it in the next episode! Inquisition (11:52) Yesterday's Enterprise (46:00) Saints of Imperfection (1:16:08) Talking Points: Favourite Spy TV Shows, Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl, A whostrobot, Charlie is trying to play every Super Mario Brothers and he's just wrong inside, Section 31 just feels like a 15 year old's attempt at edgy, we talk realpolitik for a second, The Prisoner, Jam and Scones, a surprise Jeffrey Combs appearance, William Sadler also being Death in Bill and Ted, the subtle differences with the alternate Enterprise characters, this is a Tasha Yar fixfic, wall rocks are useful… maybe, Picard being a bit more like his ‘ST:Picard' counterpart here, bloody bloody deaths, the mysterious ‘Arratia', Section 31 is run like Starbucks'. Tech differences in Discovery, how Mirror Phillipe gets tedious really quickly, Miles talks Blake's 7, Miles and Charlie LOVE Death Stranding, EastEnders, Tilly being earnestly hopepunk (I hate that term), Spock is a kleptomaniac, Pedants Corner: Roj Blake is played by GARETH Thomas, not GARTH Thomas

Quick, put on your secret black leather uniform and prepare yourself for moral dubiousness as we prepare ourselves for the upcoming film- ‘Star Trek: Section 31.' With the film debuting in just a few days after this episode drops, Miles and Charlie prepare themselves by choosing three episodes tangentially related to the forthcoming film. In ‘Inquisition,' we and Julian Bashir meet Section 31 and all Bashir wants are Scone and Jams, then in ‘Yesterday's Enterprise,' we slip into an alternate universe/Tasha Yar fixfic and meet Captain Rachel Garrett (who will apparently be in this movie) and encounter that most deadly Star Trek threat… WALL ROCKS. Finally, in 'Saints of Imperfection' Captain Pike meets the worst kind of secret operatives, catty drama kids who can't shut up about how secret they all are. Will any of this actually relate to the film? We don't know, but we've assembled a team of our own to talk about it in this episode! The post 65. Death by Ceiling Rocks first appeared on Nerd & Tie Network.

The SyFy Sistas join OPN to help make the sound of thunderous applause for Season 2, episode 6's "The Sound of Thunder!" The discuss the origins of Action Saru, Lord of the Rings parallels, and prosthetic caresses. Check out more from the SyFy Sistas HERESend your voice hail to OPNSign up for the OPN NewsletterVisit our new website OpenPike.comPlease Check out our MerchSupport us on PatreonFollow @openpike on TwitterFollow OpenPike on InstagramFollow Openpike on Youtube

On this Bonus Pod, Emcee and Julian sit down with New York Times Best Selling Author Dr. Una McCormack to discuss her latest novel, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds - Asylum. There are spoilers in this episode.How was ir writing for Captain Pike and Number One? How did the writer's strike affect the novel? This and so much more!When Una Chin-Riley and Christopher Pike meet at Starfleet Academy after one of his lectures, they immediately become friends. A stellar student, Una is the “poster girl” of her class, and Pike is determined to become a Starfleet captain with his own ship, rhetorically assembling his dream crew. As their friendship evolves, Pike also suspects Una is involved with the Euxhana, a Chionian cultural minority, who are seeking asylum in Federation space, leading to more questions than answers.Twenty-five years later, Una and Pike are working together on the USS Enterprise to settle a Chionian trade agreement when a pro-Euxhana saboteur launches a terrorist attack. When the suspect is taken into custody for interrogation and is discovered to have a history with Una, her past associations resurface, threatening to expose a secret she's been harboring all these years…Send us a textSupport the show

While Producer John is away on a secret mission, Thom Tran joins OPN to discuss Klingon holograms, mushroom ghosts, and baby heads as they unpack Discovery Season 2, episode 3: Point of Light.Join the OPN Discord!https://discord.com/invite/CXaRH5MnBhSend your voice hail to OPNSign up for the OPN NewsletterVisit our new website OpenPike.comPlease Check out our MerchSupport us on PatreonFollow @openpike on TwitterFollow OpenPike on InstagramFollow Openpike on YoutubeSend your voice hail to OPNSign up for the OPN NewsletterVisit our new website OpenPike.comPlease Check out our MerchSupport us on PatreonFollow @openpike on TwitterFollow OpenPike on InstagramFollow Openpike on Youtube

OPN continues their trip down memory lane with Captain Pike's first hair upgrade, his first Spore jump, and first contact with the people of New Eden - let's get respectful!And you didn't think we'd just let Strange New Worlds drop a new Season 3 clip without geeking all the way out about it, did you?Join the OPN Discord!https://discord.com/invite/CXaRH5MnBh ]Send your voice hail to OPNSign up for the OPN NewsletterVisit our new website OpenPike.comPlease Check out our MerchSupport us on PatreonFollow @openpike on TwitterFollow OpenPike on InstagramFollow Openpike on Youtube

Captain Berg dives deep into 'Darmok,' Commander Bollhagen takes the helm to evaluate Starfleet crew members for their pastoral potential, and Ensign Vicar discusses Captain Pike's struggle with illusions.    Sixteenth Sunday after Trinity, Luke 7:11–17 

This week on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for one of the most entertaining crossovers in Star Trek history! While investigating a mysterious portal in the 24th century, Ensign Brad Boimler is accidentally sucked not only back in time but also from animation to live-action! This phenomenon deposits him in the time of Captain Pike and the crew of the original USS Enterprise, a group which the young ensign holds in very high regard. How will he get home? Join us as we go boldly!

THE GORN ULTIMATUM. All big swings must come to an end, and Strange New Worlds doesn't disappoint with its second season finale. There's a major set piece that competes with the best that Star Trek has ever done. Big emotions! Big decisions... and Scotty? It's also Trek, Marry, Kill's second season finale AND 100th episode. We've got a lot of people to thank for joining the show this season. The grades begin at (16:38).We'll be back in September with new episodes. Don't forget to check out our TREK / MARRY / KILL tracker at trekmarrykillpod.com; and, if you're so inclined, rate & review us on your podcast platform of choice.

Climate! Equity! Budget! Change! Smartypants guest Jesse O'Connell joins us with his smartypants Zoom background and gives smartypants answers we like on erudite topics such as pizza and vacation reads! (FYI: this is where The Bathroom Question starts to go off the rails, folks. Listen as Jesse tells us "it's a great question" out of pity and concern.) Jesse's hair looks like Captain Pike's IYKYK Stracci Pizza—correct! The Diplomat is def not a guilty pleasure! The Simpson dog park bathroom—that's been closed for 14mo. (That's a long time to hold it, Jesse.) Jesse's Girl Your Love by the Outfield Jesse was a track star! Art on the Ave Learn about Pisceseseses I Love You at the Waterfront This is How You Win the Time War Jesse is apparently an eyebrow man Day job: American Council on Education ECCAP Figure 2: Trends in Alexandria's GHG emissions by sector from 2005 through 2020 Greenhouse gas emissions from buildings are predicted to DOUBLE by 2050! ...mmmm...grow the pie...sounds delicious. "Things" Jesse has written JesseforALX.com

On this week's episode of WeeklyTrek, TrekCore's news podcast, host Alex Perry is joined by Promenade Merchants Podcast co-host Heather Kirby to discuss all the latest Star Trek news. This week, Alex and his guest discuss the following stories from around the web: TrekCore: STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS Cancelled; STRANGE NEW WORLDS Renewed for Season 4 (04:31) TrekMovie: ‘Star Trek: Discovery' Showrunner Explains Why They Reopened A TNG Mystery To Start Season 5 (20:07) TrekMovie: Alex Kurtzman Teases Star Trek “Surprises” Coming Up, But Greenlighting ‘Legacy' Is Out Of His Hands (28:10) TrekCore: Hallmark's 2024 STAR TREK Ornaments Include Dr. Crusher, Captain Pike, the Long-Awaited Enterprise-B, and More! (36:42) In addition, stick around to hear Alex and Heather discuss, after we've gotten three show cancellations in the last twelve months, how each of them is feeling about the state of the Star Trek franchise moving forward. *** Do you have a wish or theory you'd like to share on the show? Tweet to Alex at @WeeklyTrek, or email us with your thoughts about wishes, theories, or anything else about the latest in Star Trek news!  

It's a Star Trek Actor Spotlight. What does that mean? We will review a movie or TV show featuring a Star Trek actor. This week we are taking on the 2022 movie MK Ultra. It stars Captain Pike himself Anson Mount. If you're into conspiracy theory at all, get excited. It's currently on Amazon Prime as of the time of writing this. MK Ultra is a 2022 American psychological thriller film written and directed by ex-intelligence officer Joseph Sorrentino.[1][2] Based on a true story about the human experimentation program MKUltra conducted by Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in the 1960s, the film follows Dr. Ford Strauss (Anson Mount), a psychiatrist who gets involved in a government experiment and conspiracy involving the use of psychedelic and other mind-controlling substances. It was released theatrically and on video on demand on October 7, 2022. - from WikipediaStop me if you've heard this one, Paramount says they have a plan for a new Star Trek movie. Speaking of sequels, Black Mirror is returning to their Star Trek-inspired starship the USS Callister. We'll talk the details. Could Star Trek Legacy happen?One actor gives some words of hope. And speaking of Star Trek Shows, the man himself Alex Kurtzman talks says we may have to wait a little longer for Star Trek Academy. News:Star Trek actor give Star Trek Legacy hope:https://collider.com/star-trek-legacy-ed-speleers-fan-support/Paramount says they have a plan for Star Trek movies:https://www.joblo.com/star-trek-movies-future-plan/Star Trek Academy Filming Time Linehttps://www.superherohype.com/tv/570279-starfleet-academy-filming-window-revealed-for-new-star-trek-seriesBlack Mirror sequel to USS Callisterhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/netflix-black-mirror-season-7-2025-uss-callister-1235851460/Trekcast is a fan-made Star Trek podcast. We talk about all things sci-fi, nerdy/geeky, from Star Trek, Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Stargate, and everything else. If you love dad jokes, saving dogs and bears you'll love Trekcast.Connect with us: trekcasttng@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail - (570) 661-0001‬Check out our merch store at Trekcast.comHelp support the show - ko-fi.com/trekcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/star-trek-podcast-trekcast--5651491/support.TV Drama Version 2 by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Artist: http://audionautix.com/