This week, we discuss season 2, episode four of Star Trek: Discovery, and, along the way… wanky titles (and why we love them) serialised versus episodic storytelling the endless Search for Spock the Prime Directive… Read More »07. She’s Like A Little Yo-Yo! (Disco 2.04)
Disco crammed a lot of episode into its running time! And so have we! Covered: Disco’s crack is back! Questionable decisions! Doubtful pacing! We’re so happy! Secret [spoilers]! Okay, if you haven’t watched “Point of… Read More »06. Klingon Botox (Disco 2.03)
Fans are calling “New Eden” ‘the Trekkiest episode of Discovery so far’ — but is that a good thing? Anika and Liz talk tropes, religion, and that weird feeling you get when you’re only feeling… Read More »05. So Spock All the Time (Disco 2.02)
Anika and Liz are talking about “Brother”, the season 2 premiere of Star Trek: Discovery. This episode contains spoilers for “Brother”, obviously, along with the whole of season one, and also the Short Trek “The… Read More »04. He’s Not Like A Regular Captain, He’s A Cool Captain (Disco 2.01)
We’re joined by Sam to discuss Tasha Yar and Ellen Landry: two very different women who share the same job, whose potential as characters was never quite realised. Discussed along the way: “Yesterday’s Enterprise”, Sela… Read More »03. Insecurity Chiefs (Tasha Yar and Ellen Landry)
Wing woman (n) – A female friend who accompanies one to social events, acts as facilitator of encounters with potential romantic or sexual partners and wards off unwanted attention. Anika and Liz ask the big questions: who,… Read More »02. The Ultimate Wing Woman
Anika and Liz go back to the beginning of it all: “The Cage”, the unaired Star Trek pilot starring Jeffrey Hunter, Majel Barrett, and Leonard Nimoy as a cheery guy named Spock. We’re joined by guest… Read More »01. Manic Pixie Dream Vina (TOS 1.0)