Episode 253: Terrorism and Resistance

Join us as we discuss the ways Star Trek portrays terrorism and armed resistance across production eras and series. We discuss the writers’ real-world inspiration for these storylines and how they used these themes to serve their narratives. Hosts:  Andi…

Episode 251: Chronic Pain in Trek

Aliza and Sue welcome Heather Rae Barker for a deep dive into how chronic pain shows up in Star Trek. Frequent pain-related questions like “Do the Borg feel pain?” and “Why does Geordi refuse pain relief for his visor?” are…

Episode 250: Marvelous Michael Burnham

Anna Rozay and Dr. Michele Foss join us to discuss Michael Burnham, exploring her journey from mutineer to decorated Admiral. Host:  Kennedy Guests: Anna Rozay – @anna_rozay Dr. Michele Foss – @teeveephd, The TV Doctor Editor:  Sue

Episode 248: Vulcan Women

Cover image with T'Pring, Saavik, T'Pol and T'Les

Join Andi, Aliza and Sue as they unpack some of the most interesting aspects of how Vulcan women are portrayed on Star Trek, and what it says about Vulcan society’s treatment of women within their culture. Hosts: Andi, Aliza and…