Author: The Crew

Episode 244: “Ad Astra Per Aspera”

Lawyers Amanda and Hypatia join us to discuss the Strange New Worlds s2 episode, “Ad Astra Per Aspera.” We dive into the Federation’s laws regarding genetic modification and the real-world analogs, as well as passing privilege, persecution, sanctuary, and justice.…

Episode 243: “Critical Care”

Special guest Laura joins us, as we attempt to unpack the many, many issues explored in Star Trek: Voyager’s seventh season episode, “Critical Care.” Hosts: Aliza, Jarrah, Sue Guest: Laura Editor: Andi Download Transcript: PDF or Word

Episode 242: Bajor as Allegory

The crew is joined by guest David Seitz as we begin unpacking all of the many allegories of Bajor that reflect real world atrocities. CW: genocide, military sexual servitude, extreme sexual violence, forced labor, political starvation Hosts:  Andi and Grace…

Episode 241: Prodigy Season 2 Steals the Show

We’re joined by Diana to talk about Season 2 of Star Trek: Prodigy, including its storytelling, character arcs and relationships, greatest moments, Easter eggs and references, and why it’s such a great show for kids and adults alike. Hosts:  Jarrah…

Episode 240: Evolution of Q

Join Jarrah and special guest Andrea to unpack the evolution of the character Q, from his introduction in “Encounter at Farpoint” and the winding road that brought him back to Picard. Host:  Jarrah Guest:  Andrea – @katzehalifornia Editor:  Andi Download…

Episode 239: Feminine Rage

Andi is joined by special guests Claire and Jenn to discuss the gendered expectations of rage in society as a whole as well as in Star Trek, and how sometimes anger is not an emotion that women are able to…