Strange New Worlds S2 Ep10 - Hegemony

The second season finale arrives and we get the answer to the Gorn question we've been waiting for all season... What about the Gorn? The episode has some wonderful reveals, adds to Trek lore and ends on a cliffhanger. This episode is suspenseful and action-packed from the beginning as a nice quaint Midwestern styled town from the 21st century. The...

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Strange New Worlds S2 Ep8 - Under the Cloak of War

In what is probably the best episode yet of Strange New Worlds, including both seasons, this is a gritty Star Trek episode with a twist and major character development of our beloved Dr. Joseph M'Benga and Nurse Chapel as they deal with atrocities of war and post traumatic stress disorder. Only two episodes remain with next week's appearing to be a...

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Star Trek Strange New Worlds Season 2 Episode 7 - Those Old Scientists

Crossover Episode with Star Trek Lower Decks

This was a fun, non-serious episode as two ensigns, Ensigns Beckett Mariner and Bradward Boimler, from 120 years in the future return back to the time of Captain Pike and crew. They try their best to stay out of trouble, but they are basically inexperienced ensigns armed with future knowledge that can drastically change things. As an early release ...

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Star Trek Strange New Worlds Season 2 Episode 5 - Charades

Charades

Another fun comedic episode this week as there are no serious interspecies interactions or galactic strife. We see Spock further develop as the question regarding him and T'Pring is answered. Spock engages in antics as he is changed and acts more human.  Summary and Recap This week most of the crew is able to have downtime as they approach the...

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Star Trek Strange New Worlds Season 2 Episode 4 - Among the Lotus Eaters

Among the Lotus Eaters

When I was younger I used to hate preachy messages from television but now as I age, I love these moral messages that shows give out each week. Perhaps it could have been as a kid the shows and their messages were directed to my parents and now they are directed at me. Or maybe I just agree with the messages. This show references Homer's Odyss...

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