Episodes

  • Strange New Worlds "Four-and-a-Half Vulcans" Mini-Review: What the Heck Just Happened

    Strange New Worlds "Four-and-a-Half Vulcans" Mini-Review: What the Heck Just Happened
    Sep 9 2025
    Strange New Worlds “Four-and-a-Half Vulcans”, is an episode that missed the mark despite its intriguing premise. This review dives into the crew's transformation into Vulcans and the ensuing chaos, highlighting standout performances like Melanie Scrofano's Captain Batel amidst the lackluster plot and character inconsistencies. Discover why the episode's attempt at humor and dramatic tension fell flat, and whether its Trekkie nods truly saved it from being excised from the catalog. #StrangeNewWorlds #StarTrek #FourAndAHalfVulcans
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    7 mins
  • Strange New Worlds "What is Starfleet?" Review

    Strange New Worlds "What is Starfleet?" Review
    Aug 26 2025
    In this episode, we dive deep into Strange New Worlds Season 3 Episode 7, "What is Starfleet?" Join us as we dissect the thought-provoking questions posed by Umberto Ortegas and his in-universe documentary: What separates a Federation from an Empire? We'll explore the moral quandaries faced by Pike and his crew while aiding a war-torn planet and the profound decision surrounding the sentient Jikaru. Tune in as we ponder whether Starfleet's identity truly rests on its people's adherence to their beliefs and ideals.
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    47 mins
  • Strange New Worlds "The Sehlat Who At Its Tail" Mini-Review: That Ship Has A Face

    Strange New Worlds "The Sehlat Who At Its Tail" Mini-Review: That Ship Has A Face
    Aug 21 2025
    Captain Kirk's first command turns chaotic when a planet-destroying scavenger ship consumes the Enterprise, leaving the crew trapped and drained of energy. While Kirk struggles with his newfound leadership, the combined ingenuity of his future crew, including Scotty, Spock, Uhura, Chapel, must find a way to defeat the beast. This episode explores the "dog who caught the car" idiom as Kirk confronts the unexpected realities of achieving his Starfleet dream, all while introducing a mysterious, post-WW3 human antagonist. #StrangeNewWorlds #TheSehlatWhoAteItsTail
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    5 mins
  • Strange New Worlds "Through the Lens of Time" Review

    Strange New Worlds "Through the Lens of Time" Review
    Aug 12 2025
    Discussing Trek breaks down "Through the Lens of Time," Strange New Worlds Season 3, Episode 5! Join Clarence and Larry Erby as they explore this part-horror, part-escape room episode, diving into Ensign Dana Gamble's story and the chilling presence of Vezda, while also unpacking the dynamics between Chapel, Corby, Spock, and La'An, and speculating on the Q homeworld connection, including whether Vadia IX was truly the Q's long-lost homeworld and the secret to their immortality.
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    49 mins
  • Strange New Worlds "A Space Adventure Hour" Review

    Strange New Worlds "A Space Adventure Hour" Review
    Aug 7 2025
    Join in on this week's discussion as Clarence, Larry, and Tasha of Tasha Pierce Unwrapped dissect the latest episode of Strange New Worlds: A Space Adventure Hour. This one is sure to ruffle some feathers as we get a look at the holodeck's origin along with a meta-narrative of the early days of Star Trek. Meanwhile, La'An attempts to solve a murder mystery with a twist and Scotty gets an early lesson in teamwork. Welcome to The Last Frontier! #StarTrek #StrangeNewWorlds #Holodeck #ASpaceAdventureHour #TheLastFrontier
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    51 mins
  • Strange New Worlds "Shuttle to Kenfori" Review

    Strange New Worlds "Shuttle to Kenfori" Review
    Jul 31 2025
    Join in on this week's discussion as Clarence and Larry dissect the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Shuttle to Kenfori. But first, news is in order as the duo cover big news out of the San Diego Comic Con. Starfleet Academy is looking good, while Strange New Worlds continues to take big swings. Finally we dive deep into our zombie-centric episode of Strange New Worlds, where truth is uncovered and emotions take their toll.#StarTrek #StrangeNewWorlds #ShuttleToKenfori #Zombies
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    50 mins
  • Strange New Worlds: "Hegemony Part II" and "Wedding Bell Blues" Review

    Strange New Worlds: "Hegemony Part II" and "Wedding Bell Blues" Review
    Jul 23 2025
    Join in as Clarence and Larry discuss the two episode premiere of Strange New Worlds Season 3. In "Hegemony, Part II," Pike leads a perilous rescue mission behind enemy lines against a deadly enemy. They discuss the Gorn conflict, Pike's prayers for Batel, and standout performances. In "Wedding Bell Blues," an uninvited guest disrupts Spock's celebration. They discuss memorable lines, the Spock-Chapel-Korby awkwardness, theories on Captain Batel's future and the new Q, Sam's mustache comment, and Wanda-Vision vibes.#StrangeNewWorlds #StarTrek #HegemonyPartII #WeddingBellBlues #StarTrekReview
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    57 mins
  • Writing Star Trek with Derek Tyler Attico: The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko and More

    Writing Star Trek with Derek Tyler Attico: The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko and More
    May 14 2025

    We finally get to have a virtual sit down with the writer of The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko, Derek Tyler Attico. We start out chat talking about his introduction to Star Trek, his short stories "The Dreamer and the Dream" and "Alpha and Omega", before diving into the Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko. Honestly, we still have even more question of Mr. Attico that we didn't get to talk about. Be sure to follow Derek's podcast "The Soul of the Story" over on the Syfy Systas YouTube channel.
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    1 hr and 11 mins