Star Trek: The Next Generation

We continue our look into Star Trek pilots and series openers, as we move into the TNG-era! Join us as we discuss a bit of news before diving into the show that picked up the mantle of “The Original Series” — Star Trek The Next Generation.

Join in as we kick-off our “Discussing the Best of Picard” series! We start the series with episode twenty-five of season one of Star Trek: The Next Generation entitled, “Conspiracy”. We give the deets on Picard’s quest to uncover a secret invasion at the top levels of Starfleet. Also, we give our thoughts on San Diego Comic Con 2019, discussing the Star Trek Universe Panel and what’s in store for Picard, Discovery, and Lower Decks!

In this episode, we see the new Chief Medical Officer of the USS Enterprise walk the fine line between her duty as a Starfleet Officer and her dedication to the oath of a healer. Doctor Katherine Pulaski risks it all to save a research station that seems to care more about its research subjects than the implications of trying to play God. Join in on the fun as Discussing Trek reviews Star Trek: The Next Generation, Unnatural Selection.

We continue our "Discussing the Best of Picard" series as we discuss the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "Q Who". Picard's unwavering Federation optimism is put to the test, as Q places the Enterprise in the path of an adversary that Guinan knows all too well!

We continue our "Discussing the Best of Picard" series as we discuss the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "Samaritan Snare". Picard's pride gets the best of him, as he accompanies Wesley to Starbase 515 to get surgery for a heart condition. Meanwhile Commander Riker and crew play good Samaritan, only to find a crew member has been held hostage. Join in on the fun, as we give yet another Picard-focused episode the deep dive!

In the classic Star Trek episode "Yesterday's Enterprise," a beloved character returns due to some rather timey-wimey shenanigans. The crew of the Enterprise must make some tough decisions as they find themselves in an alternate timeline. We'll take a closer look at one of the best episodes of The Next Generation and share our thoughts on why it's so memorable. Join us as we review "Yesterday's Enterprise."

Captain Picard is forced to act as the liaison for the Borg invasion of Sector 001! In “The Best of Both Worlds”, we review a pivotal moment in Picard’s journey, as he becomes Locutus of Borg. Like always, we are here for the deep-dive, reflecting on how Commander Riker and crew fair in his absence, and how Picard is shaped going forward.

As the Enterprise receives some much needed care after its encounter with the Borg, family takes center focus: Worf gets a visit from his parents, Wesley gets a message from Jack, and Jean-Luc visits the Picard homestead. Join in as we explore one of the BEST episodes of the TNG-run, "Family".

In an episode that felt more like Twilight Zone than Star Trek, Beverly Crusher navigates an alternate reality where the crew mysteriously disappears. I vote for not allowing your junior crewman to carry out crazy experiments aboard your flagship vessel. Join in as we unpack the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, Remember Me.

The Star Trek Universe has been on hitting all cylinders, as New York Comic Convention brought us trailers for both Star Trek: Picard and Star Trek: Discovery! We briefly discuss the NYCC news, then dive into yet another profound Picard-focused episode! When an investigation by Admiral Norah Satie goes terribly off course, Picard's own command decisions are put into question!

We review yet another Jean-Luc Picard focused episode, “I, Borg”. When faced with the decision weather to help or leave a lone-Borg drone to die, Picard allows “3rd of 5” aboard. While Crusher wants to save the drone’s life, Picard has another plan in mind. Join in as we cover another defining moment in Picard’s history, and what we feel is required episode for the upcoming Star Trek: Picard series.

We continue to round out our "Discussing Picard" series with a look at Picard's brush with death as a young and cocky ensign. Join in as we discuss yet another pivotal moment in Picard's journey, in "The Next Generation" episode "Tapestry".

Our "Discussing Picard" series comes to a close, finishing things off with the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "All Good Things...". Join in as we discuss Picard's continued test for the existence of humanity.