Episodios

  • Deep Space 9 - Episode 10: Little Green Men Comedy, Racism, and Fan Fiction

    Deep Space 9 - Episode 10: Little Green Men Comedy, Racism, and Fan Fiction
    Aug 10 2024
    Get ready for an exciting new season of Because That’s What Heroes Do. In this season, they take a deep dive into their favorite 15 episodes of Deep Space 9. In this exploration, they are joined by DS9 maven Alex Murphy (Murphy) from Montreal, who is a local historian and cinema and TV fan with a love for weird foreign films, all things horror, and obscure media. He has been watching Trek since he was a tiny punk, and it’s been a lifelong love. Today we take a deep dive into the first episode selected by Tom, Little Green Men. In this podcast episode, the panel revisits the DS9 episode Little Green Men, which involves the Ferengi crash-landing in Roswell during the 1940s. They explore themes of comedy, racism, cultural pride, and individual accountability. The episode’s origins as a fan pitch and its poignant commentary on the follies of racism and nuclear arms are discussed, along with its nostalgic nods to 1950s science fiction and anti-smoking sentiments. The panelists enjoy the character development and comedic elements but note some inconsistencies while appreciating the cultural insights into Ferengi life. Key Highlights and Themes: Fan Pitch and Comic Relief Racism and Anti-Racism Themes Character Insights and Cultural Details Final Thoughts and Episode Wrap-Up Resources: Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    21 m
  • Deep Space 9 - Episode 9: Way of The Warrior

    Deep Space 9 - Episode 9: Way of The Warrior
    Aug 3 2024
    Get ready for an exciting new season of Because That’s What Heroes Do. In this season, they take a deep dive into their favorite 15 episodes of Deep Space 9. In this exploration, they are joined by DS9 maven Alex Murphy (Murphy) from Montreal, who is a local historian and cinema and TV fan with a love for weird foreign films, all things horror, and obscure media. He has been watching Trek since he was a tiny punk, and it’s been a lifelong love. Don’t miss out on the exciting new season of Because That’s What Heroes Do! Today we take a deep dive into the first two episodes from Season 4, which brought Mr. Worf to DS9, Way of the Warrior. Tom, Murphy and Megan discuss the episode’s importance as it marks a transitional point in the series, introducing grander galactic conflicts and the vital character of Worf. The panel explores themes such as Klingon culture, interstellar politics, and character dynamics, notably between Worf and Jadzia. They analyze the show’s strategic decisions, including shifting the Klingons back to antagonists and introducing complex relationships and plot developments. This engaging discussion emphasizes the episode’s role in setting the stage for future story arcs in DS9. Key Highlights and Themes: The Significance of ‘Way of the Warrior’ Character Dynamics and Worf’s Introduction Klingon Culture and Federation Relations Cardassian Politics and Dominion Influence Klingon Motivations and Strategic Moves Relationships and Character Interactions Resources: Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    28 m
  • Deep Space 9: Episode 8 - The Abandoned

    Deep Space 9: Episode 8 - The Abandoned
    Jul 7 2024
    Get ready for an exciting new season of Because That’s What Heroes Do. In this season, they take a deep dive into their favorite 15 episodes of Deep Space 9. In this exploration, they are joined by DS9 maven Alex Murphy (Murphy) from Montreal, who is a local historian and cinema and TV fan with a love for weird foreign films, all things horror, and obscure media. He has been watching Trek since he was a tiny punk, and it’s been a lifelong love. Don’t miss out on the exciting new season of Because That’s What Heroes Do! Today we take a deep dive into the Klingon culture and honor in the episode from Season 3, Blood Oath. In this episode, the hosts discuss the DS9 episode ‘Blood Oath,’ highlighting its subtle but significant positive representation of queerness and transness, in honor of Pride Month. Megan selected the episode for its portrayal of Jadzia Dax’s acceptance by her old Klingon friends, underscoring Star Trek’s long history of progressive storytelling. Tom and Murphy delve into various themes, including the homage to original series Klingon characters, the role of old warriors, justice versus vengeance in Klingon culture, and the complexity of Jadzia’s character evolution. The conversation also touches on the controversial naming of the villain as ‘the albino’ and Sisko’s moral flexibility. The episode is appreciated for its depth, character development, and its pivotal role in the larger DS9 narrative. Key Highlights and Themes: • The Significance of Blood Oath • Progessive Representation in Star Trek • Homage to TOS • The Role of Old Warriors • Jadzia Dax’s Evolution • Controversial Elements and Modern Sensibilities • Commander Sisko’s Moral Flexibility Resources Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    28 m
  • Deep Space 9: Episode 7 - Blood Oath - Exploring Queerness, Vengeance, and Klingon Honor

    Deep Space 9: Episode 7 - Blood Oath - Exploring Queerness, Vengeance, and Klingon Honor
    Jun 28 2024
    Get ready for an exciting new season of Because That’s What Heroes Do. In this season, they take a deep dive into their favorite 15 episodes of Deep Space 9. In this exploration, they are joined by DS9 maven Alex Murphy (Murphy) from Montreal, who is a local historian and cinema and TV fan with a love for weird foreign films, all things horror, and obscure media. He has been watching Trek since he was a tiny punk, and it’s been a lifelong love. Don’t miss out on the exciting new season of Because That’s What Heroes Do! Today we take a deep dive into the Klingon culture and honor in the episode from Season 3, Blood Oath. In this episode, the hosts discuss the DS9 episode ‘Blood Oath,’ highlighting its subtle but significant positive representation of queerness and transness, in honor of Pride Month. Megan selected the episode for its portrayal of Jadzia Dax’s acceptance by her old Klingon friends, underscoring Star Trek’s long history of progressive storytelling. Tom and Murphy delve into various themes, including the homage to original series Klingon characters, the role of old warriors, justice versus vengeance in Klingon culture, and the complexity of Jadzia’s character evolution. The conversation also touches on the controversial naming of the villain as ‘the albino’ and Sisko’s moral flexibility. The episode is appreciated for its depth, character development, and its pivotal role in the larger DS9 narrative. Key Highlights and Themes: The Significance of Blood Oath Progessive Representation in Star Trek Homage to TOS The Role of Old Warriors Jadzia Dax’s Evolution Controversial Elements and Modern Sensibilities Commander Sisko’s Moral Flexibility Resources: Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Twitter Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    33 m
  • Deep Space 9: Episode 6 - The Siege

    Deep Space 9: Episode 6 - The Siege
    Jun 22 2024
    Get ready for an exciting new season of “Because That’s What Heroes Do.” This season, the hosts take a deep dive into their favorite 15 episodes of Deep Space 9, joined by DS9 maven Alex Murphy from Montreal. Murphy is a local historian and a fan of cinema and TV, with a love for weird foreign films, all things horror, and obscure media. He has been watching Trek since he was a tiny punk, and it’s been a lifelong love. Don’t miss out on the exciting new season of “Because That’s What Heroes Do!” We conclude our three-part look at the opening trilogy from Season 2 with Part 3 of the season opening trilogy, “The Siege.” In episode three of the “The Siege” arc, Murphy, Megan, and Tom delve into the concluding installment of this three-part trilogy, exploring key elements and significance to the series. Despite being considered the weakest of the three, this ‘shoot ’em up’ episode serves as a pivotal finale, resolving subplots involving several characters. The discussion highlights thematic elements such as Kira’s internal conflict, Quark’s actions driven by greed, and the overarching impact on the series’ future direction. The hosts also dissect performances, character arcs, and how this trilogy sets the stage for the evolving complexity of Starfleet, Bajoran politics, and individual character growth in Deep Space 9. Key Highlights and Themes: Overview and Initial Thoughts Kira’s Emotional Journey Starfleet’s Role and Consequences The Death of Li Nalas Kira’s Growth and Sisko’s Remarks Final Thoughts on the Trilogy Resources Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Twitter Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    26 m
  • Deep Space 9 - Episode 5: The Circle

    Deep Space 9 - Episode 5: The Circle
    Jun 8 2024
    Get ready for an exciting new season of "Because That's What Heroes Do." This season, they take a deep dive into their favorite 15 episodes of "Deep Space 9." In this exploration, they are joined by DS9 maven Alex Murphy from Montreal, a local historian and cinema and TV fan with a love for weird foreign films, all things horror, and obscure media. Murphy has been a devoted Trek fan since childhood, making this a lifelong passion. Don't miss out on the exciting new season of "Because That's What Heroes Do!" We begin a three-part look at the opening trilogy from Season 2. In this episode, Part 2, "The Circle," the hosts dive deep into the second episode of the three-part arc, exploring themes and character development in "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine." They discuss Kira Nerys' growth and her relationship with Vedek Bareil, contrasting views on Bajoran politics, and the implications of the Prime Directive. The episode also delves into the complexities of Bajoran religion and sects, key scenes with Sisko, and critiques of Admiral Chekote's actions. The hosts provide an engaging analysis while referencing parallels to classic cinematic scenes. Key Highlights and Themes: Introduction and Episode Overview Character Dynamics and Relationships Exploring Bajoran Culture and Religion Kira’s Personal Journey Political Intrigue and Federation Involvement Final Thoughts and Reflections Resources: Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Twitter Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    26 m
  • Deep Space 9 - Episode 4: Homecoming

    Deep Space 9 - Episode 4: Homecoming
    May 25 2024
    Get ready for an exciting new season of Because That's What Heroes Do. In this season, they take a deep dive into their favortie 15 episodes of Deep Space 9. In this exploration, they are joined by DS9 maven, Alex Murphy, (Murphy) from Montreal, who is a local historian, cinema and tv fan with a love for weird foreign films, all things horror, and obscure media. He has been watching Trek since he was a tiny punk, and it’s been a lifelong love. Don't miss out on the exciting new season of Because That's What Heroes Do! We begin a 2-part look at the opening trilogy from Season 2. In this episode, we review the episode Homecoming. We discuss the compelling nature of these episodes, highlighting their significance in terms of world-building, character development, and their departure from traditional Star Trek storytelling. They emphasize the episodes’ exploration of complex themes such as PTSD, racism, and the moral grey areas faced by characters. The conversation covers the intricacies of Bajoran politics, the allegiances within the crew, and the nuanced portrayal of various characters, particularly Kira Nerys and Quark. The episodes' role in establishing DS9's identity as a series that stands apart from other Star Trek series, with a darker tone and a focus on serialized storytelling, is also discussed. They touch upon the broader implications for the DS9 universe, including the Federation's relationship with Bajor and the character dynamics that enrich the narrative. Through their discussion, the hosts elucidate the episodes’ contribution to the overarching narrative of DS9 and the Star Trek universe. Key Highlights and Themes Diving Into the Depths of DS9's Unique Trilogy Exploring the First Three-Part Episode in Star Trek History Character Dynamics and World Building in DS9 The Complexities of Bajoran Politics and Federation Values The Controversial Rescue of Lee Nollis and Its Implications The Future of DS9 Resources: Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Twitter Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter
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    39 m
  • Deep Space 9: Episode 3 – Duet

    Deep Space 9: Episode 3 – Duet
    May 17 2024
    Get ready for an exciting new season of Because That’s What Heroes Do. In this season, they take a deep dive into their favorite 15 episodes of Deep Space 9. In this exploration, they are joined by DS9 maven, Alex Murphy, who lives in Montreal, Quebec, where he’s been a cook, baker, and general kitchen grunt for twenty-some odd years. Off duty, he is a local historian, cinema, and TV fan with a love for weird foreign films, all things horror, and obscure media. He has been watching Trek since he was a tiny punk, and it’s been a lifelong love. Don’t miss out on the exciting new season of Because That’s What Heroes Do! We continue our exploration of DS9 with a review of the 17th show from the first season, Duet. This episode is lauded for its emotionally charged content and complex character development. They highlight its successful handling of heavy, relevant issues and its ranking as possibly one of the best in the Star Trek series for tackling such themes through a sci-fi lens. Consider its writing, acting, and thoughtful portrayal of a wide range of emotions and ethical dilemmas. The discussion touches on character arcs, especially that of Kira Nerys, and her emotional journey dealing with past actions and the realization of her desires for vengeance versus justice. Themes of accountability, reconciliation, and the transformation from violence to peace are explored, paralleling real-world issues such as the Holocaust, apartheid, and various forms of political and social reconciliation processes. The conversation also delves into the Star Trek universe’s broader scope, contemplating the franchise’s handling of multifaceted characters and societies with diverse, sometimes conflicting, motivations. Key Highlights and Themes: Synopsis and Episode Selection Discussion Deep Dive into ‘Duet’ Episode Analysis The Impact of Acting and Writing on Storytelling Exploring Kira’s Emotional Arc and Character Development Drawing Parallels: Historical and Political Contexts The Power of Dialogue in Unveiling Complex Narratives Concluding Thoughts on ‘Duet’ and Its Place in Star Trek Legacy Resources: Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    38 m