Author: The Crew

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 Sue…

Episode 246: Counting on Keiko

Keiko O’Brien is a complex recurring character and an important example of Asian representation in Trek. Livian Yeh and Michelle Franchini join us to talk about Keiko’s professional and personal identities and our take on her reputation in the fandom.…

Episode 245: Favorites of the Holodeck

Sue, Kennedy and Andi talk through some of their favorite holodeck episodes, from the silly to the profound, and try to unpack why the holodeck episodes are such an enduring genre of Star Trek episodes. Hosts: Andi, Sue, Kennedy Editor:…