Deep Dives Episodes

This week on Strange New Pod, Tilly returns to teach these kids some valuable lessons! We’re reviewing Starfleet Academy Episode 108, “The Life of the Stars.”


Episode Synopsis: A visiting instructor arrives at the Academy and uses an unorthodox method to help our cadets process the emotions of recent trauma. At the same time, a cadet faces an unexpected challenge that will alter the trajectory of her life forever.


That, plus our episode breakdown and reactions on Episode 276 of Strange New...

This week on Strange New Pod, the cadets get a break after the grueling events on board the Miyazaki. We’re reviewing Starfleet Academy Episode 107, “Ko'Zeine.”

Episode Synopsis: As our cadets return home for their first school holiday, they must choose between what their families expect of them and their own dreams for the future -- including an aspiring captain who's secretly willing to risk everything to re-write her own past, and an aristocratic cadet called to serve his planet way before h...

This week on Strange New Pod, the training wheels are coming off! We’re reviewing Starfleet Academy Episode 106, “Come, Let’s Away.”

Episode Synopsis: During the cadets’ first training mission on an abandoned ship, they encounter a dangerous new enemy. As our cadets fight for survival, Nahla must risk everything to save them by seeking help from an unexpected, untrustworthy source.

That, plus our episode breakdown, reactions, and your thoughts from the mailbag, on Episode 274 of Strange New Po...

This week on Strange New Pod, it's all about S.A.M. We’re reviewing Starfleet Academy Episode 105, “Series Acclimation Mil.”


Episode Synopsis: As a cadet sets out to solve an ancient Starfleet mystery, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and learns the value of forging her own path. Meanwhile, Nahla agrees to help a fellow chancellor with an elaborate alien ritual.


That, plus our episode breakdown, reactions, and your thoughts from the mailbag, on Episode 273 of Strange New Pod.


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This week on Strange New Pod, we’re reviewing Starfleet Academy Episode 104, “Vox in Excelso.”


Episode Synopsis: When an existential crisis threatens to wipe out a beloved but infamous Star Trek species, a cadet is forced to confront his past and strained relationship with his family. As he pursues an unexpected method of coping, Nahla races against time to save this species from extinction.


That, plus our episode breakdown, reactions, and your thoughts from the mailbag, on Episode 272 of ...

Strange New Pod reviews Starfleet Academy, “Vitus Reflux.”


As our cadets compete for a spot on an elite Academy team, things get a little less… Starfleet when an escalating prank war erupts between the Academy and a rival school. With tensions rising, friendships tested, and a blossoming romance caught in the crossfire, the stakes climb fast.


We’re sharing our live reactions, breaking down the character moments, themes, and Trek DNA, plus opening up the mailbag to hear what you think.


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This week on Strange New Pod, we’re diving headfirst into Starfleet Academy Episode 102, “Beta Test.” Girafe is joined by Emcee and Hawk to break down the episode’s biggest moments, character beats, and what this early Academy test run tells us about the future of Starfleet.


Episode Synopsis: With the start of the new academic year, Caleb’s unease about his future at Starfleet Academy persists. But when a delegation from a former Federation ally arrives, and Caleb is tasked with showing their...

Thursday's Starfleet Academy premiere kicks off a brand-new era for the franchise, and we are digging into everything from character introductions and world-building to themes, canon connections, and what this premiere sets up for the future of Starfleet. Join Girafe and the gang as they share their immediate reactions, favorite moments, and a spoiler-filled deep dive into the episode. Episode Synopsis: After being on the run since age 6, 21-year-old Caleb, a brilliant street kid, is of...

This week, we are diving into some of our favorite under-the-radar Star Trek episodes that deserve a lot more love. Deep cuts, strange choices, and episodes that quietly say a lot about the franchise we love.


This week’s picks:


Julian revisits TNG Season 1’s “Arsenal of Freedom,” a rough era classic packed with big ideas, strange tech, and early-series charm.


Hawk breaks down TNG Season 6’s “Schisms,” one of the creepiest and most unsettling hours of Star Trek ever aired.


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With Skydance’s acquisition of Paramount, the Trek movie landscape has shifted once again. The Kelvinverse looks to be shelved (again), and now rumors are swirling about a brand new cinematic take on Star Trek from Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves writers Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley.


So what’s changed since our Trek at the Movies panel at Trek Long Island? A lot.


We’re breaking it all down with our friend and guest Jean Kang! The studio shakeups, the creative rumors, t...

This week on Strange New Pod, we honor the legendary Tony Todd on what would have been his birthday and a little over a year since his passing.


We look back at his unforgettable impact on Star Trek, from Kurn, brother of Worf, to Older Jake Sisko in "The Visitor," to the formidable Hirogen Alpha on Voyager.


We also celebrate his powerful legacy in film and genre storytelling, reflecting on why his presence continues to resonate with fans everywhere.


Join us as we remember, celebrate, an...

Join us live as we dive into Star Trek: Khan, the brand-new scripted podcast that expands one of Trek’s most legendary stories. This week, Girafe and the crew break down the finale of the series, "Eternity's Face!"


Episode Synopsis: Dissent among Khan's followers threatens Venture's launch. Khan faces one last threat to his rule, and a final decision that seals his fate.


Plus your thoughts on the finale and more in the mailbag!


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Join us as we dive into Star Trek: Khan, the brand-new scripted podcast that expands one of Trek’s most legendary stories. This week, Girafe, Julian, and Hawk break down the penultimate episode of the series, "Original Sin!"


Episode Synopsis: Five years after disaster sweeps the planet, Khan's people and the Elboreans prepare their joint, single venture toward salvation. Khan learns the truth behind their predicament. 💬


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Join us as we dive into Star Trek: Khan, the brand-new scripted podcast that expands one of Trek’s most legendary stories. This week, Girafe and Hawk are joined by our friend and special guest Jessie Earl to break down episodes six and seven, "The Good of All" and "I am Marla.""


The Good of All" Synopsis: Khan struggles to understand the Elboreans and their leader, Delmonda, while his own people’s distrust of the newcomers increases in the face of impending catastrophe.


"I am Marla" Synops...

It’s time to boldly go… to a party in the Cerritos Lounge five years in the making! 🚀Join us LIVE as we celebrate the fifth anniversary of Star Trek: Lower Decks Season One, the series that turned ensign chaos, heartfelt storytelling, and deep-cut Trek references into an animated phenomenon!


We’re joined by special guest Jean Kang, Lower Decks storyboard artist and assistant director (Seasons 2 and beyond), to talk about the show’s evolution, the art of bringing Trek humor to life, and what i...

We’re beaming up to break down everything Trek fans were treated to this weekend! From the first look at Strange New Worlds Season 4 to the second official trailer drop for Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, there’s a lot to talk about, and we’ve got thoughts.


Join us as we dig into all the big reveals, panel highlights, surprise moments, and yes, even Stephen Colbert’s turn as the Digital Dean of Students. We’ll talk character theories, story teases, and what these new clips mean for the future o...

Join the SNP crew as they dive into Star Trek: Khan, the brand-new scripted podcast that expands one of Trek’s most legendary stories.


This week, Girafe and the crew break down episode five, "Imagination's Limits!"


Episode Synopsis: Khan and his people prepare for inescapable calamity, and learn they are no longer alone on this world. Are these mysterious new arrivals enemies, or possible allies?


Plus the mailbag and more on episode 256 of Strange New Pod.


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Join us live as we dive into Star Trek: Khan, the brand-new scripted podcast that expands one of Trek’s most legendary stories. This week, Girafe and Hawk break down episode four, "Magical Thinking!"


Episode Synopsis: Marla McGivers identifies an urgent threat to the colony. Khan grapples with leading his followers through increasingly difficult times, and a startling revelation from Marla


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Join the Strange New Pod Crew for our review of the Strange New Worlds season three finale, "New Life and New Civilizations."


"New Life and New Civilizations" is written by Dana Horgan & Davy Perez, and directed by Marja Vrvilo.


When an ancient, evil alien force re-emerges, Pike must make one of the hardest decisions of his life to stop the evil from spreading.


Join us as we break down this one. Plus your thoughts on the episode in the mailbag, and so much more on episode 253 of SNP.


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Join the Strange New Pod Crew for our review of the penultimate episode of Strange New Worlds season three, "Terrarium."


"Terrarium" is written by Alan B. McElroy and directed by Andrew Coutts.


When Ortegas crash lands on a deadly, toxic moon, where the chances of survival are slim to none, she finds herself stranded and forced to challenge her most closely held beliefs in order to survive.


Join us as we break down this one. Plus your thoughts on the episode in the mailbag, and so much ...

Join the Strange New Pod Crew for our review of episode 308 of Strange New Worlds season three, "Four-and-a-Half Vulcans!"


"Four-and-a-Half Vulcans" is written by Dana Horgan & Henry Alonso Myers and directed by Jordan Canning. The episode guest stars Patton Oswalt.


After a mission that turns crew members into Vulcans, trouble arises when they try to revert to human.


Join us as we break down this one. Plus your thoughts on the episode in the mailbag, and so much more on episode 251 of S...

It’s a milestone, crew. Strange New Pod is warping into its 250th episode!


This week, we’re diving headfirst into Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3, Episode 7: “What is Starfleet?” Written by Kathryn Lyn & Alan McElroy and directed by Sharon Lewis.


While aiding a war-torn planet, Pike and crew face scrutiny from a probing journalist.


We’ll be breaking it all down with our signature mix of passion, humor, and deep Trek love. Plus your mailbag thoughts, and a brand-new Strange New Lo...

The SNP team is diving into Star Trek: Strange New Worlds episode 306, “The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail.”


Lieutenant Commander James Kirk’s first day in the Captain’s chair of the U.S.S. Farragut takes a disastrous turn when the Enterprise is captured by a deadly Scavenger Ship. But the alien menace is not exactly what it seems…


Join us as we break down every twist, talk about character moments, and share our favorite scenes. Plus your thoughts on the episode in the mailbag and so much more on...

Strange New Worlds Season 3 continues to boldly go with episode 305, “Through the Lens of Time,” written by Onitra Johnson & Davy Perez and directed by Andi Armaganian. This week, the crew at Strange New Pod breaks down the latest adventure aboard the Enterprise.
Chapel and Korby's quest leads the Enterprise to ancient ruins hiding a dark secret.


As always, we open the hailing frequencies for our Mailbag, where we read your thoughts, theories, and reactions.


Plus, news and much more on epi...