The crew takes a look at two episodes with similar themes and plot points – TNG’s “Face of the Enemy” and DS9’s “Second Skin.” Where do they succeed, where do they fail, and why is completely cosmetic surgery apparently so…
We’re joined by Kennedy Allen from the Black Tribbles podcast to talk about Klingon women like Mara, K’Ehleyr, Grilka and of course, the boob-windowed Duras Sisters. Note: we’re saving B’Elanna for her own episode. Hosts: Andi, Grace, Jarrah Guest: Kennedy Allen –…
Lieutenant Reginald Barclay stands out among recurring Star Trek characters as someone who experiences a range of mental health issues. In this episode, we discuss those issues and how they’re received by his crewmates on TNG and Voyager. Hosts: Jarrah, Andi, Sue Guest: Lucia…
How much are women in Star Trek able to make choices and act freely when it comes to sex? Our crew discusses this question and considers Trek’s best and worst portrayals of women’s sexuality. Content Note: Includes discussion of mature themes. Hosts: Jarrah,…
Lieutenant Commander Shelby made a big impression on crewmembers and fans alike when she beamed on board the Enterprise-D in “Best of Both Worlds”. In this episode we look at her role on screen and her legacy in Trek novels…
A detailed look at the TOS Season 2 episode “Friday’s Child,” which stars Julie Newmar as Eleen, a pregnant woman whom Kirk, Spock and McCoy help to flee her tribe. Hosts: Jarrah, Andi, Grace Editor: Andi Transcription: Andi Download Transcript: PDF or Word…
From Anne Nored of The Animated Series to Kira on Deep Space Nine as well as every mostly Bajoran badass lady in between, the crew is joined by Sabriel Mastin to discuss the pitfalls and triumphs of portraying women in…
Put on your crop tops and keep a knife handy because we’re going to the Mirror Universe. We’ll discuss the costumes, characters, and messages about race, gender and sexuality. Hosts: Grace, Jarrah, Andi Guest: Rumman – rummanchowdhury.com, @ruchowdh Editor: Jarrah Transcription: Grace…