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The Federation bids on a wormhole, but is it worth the price? Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler examine TNG’s “The Price,” unpacking shady negotiations, Troi’s rushed romance, and Ferengi missteps that echo into Voyager. Plus, is Ral a genius or just creepy?
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Kirk and the Enterprise vanish into a mysterious space graveyard, trapped by a no-violence law and a Klingon scheme. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler unravel the twists, logic gaps, and deeper themes behind this animated Star Trek adventure!
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The Enterprise crew faces a deadly subterranean menace—but is it truly a monster? Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler unpack The Devil in the Dark, revealing its surprising themes, Kirk’s transformation, and Spock’s emotional depth.
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A colony destroyed, Enterprise blamed, and Archer trapped in a ruined future! Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli break down Shockwave, the explosive Enterprise first season finale, unpacking its gripping twists, time travel intrigue, and eerie real-world parallels.
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A spy thriller in Star Trek? Michelle Yeoh shines in Section 31, exposing the seamy world underneath the Federation’s ideals. Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Jason Tyler, and Jimmy Akin dissect the action, drama, and lore while weighing its merits as a movie versus a full series.
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Seven’s Borg past resurfaces as she uncovers the tragic truth of her assimilation in Voyager’s “The Raven.” Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin analyze her struggle with humanity, compelling character moments, and deeper themes of identity and transformation.
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Celebrate Star Trek’s legacy with Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler as they uncover the secrets of 765874 Unification. This visually stunning series of videos unites timelines, gives a fitting sendoff to Kirk and Spock, and honors Trek’s themes of friendship and renewal.
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Dive through the layers of DS9’s “The Forsaken” with Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin as they discuss where Odo’s vulnerability meets Lwaxana Troi’s compassion. From chaotic ambassadors to a rogue alien program, they break down the drama, humor, and emotional depth in this episode!
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Tackle the Lower Decks series finale with Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler. From reality-warping rifts to Klingon drama, they assess the bold ending, its legacy, and what’s next for Star Trek fans. Don’t miss this animated conclusion!
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Dive into the penultimate episode of Lower Decks with Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler as they explore the multiverse mayhem, fan-favorite character returns, and Trek’s funniest twists. What secrets will be revealed next?
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Explore Upper Decks with Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler, as the bridge crew faces personal and professional crises, focusing attention on the higher-ranking background characters as a meta-commentary on Star Trek tropes.
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Jimmy Akin invites you to join him in Italy in 2025 for the Holy Year for a once-in a lifetime, 12-day pilgrimage to the mysterious shrines and holy sites of Rome, Assisi, and more.
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All the time dilation, stranded, Prime Directive tropes. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss this comedic take on a stranded away team cut off in time, including lots of callbacks and Easter eggs from nearly every Trek series and a special guest appearance.
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It’s another Romeo and Juliet story. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss this story of conflict over small differences, another Boimler hare-brained scheme, and an ensign grappling with her demigod origins and lame superpower.
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The infamous Starbase 80 finally appears. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the latest episode of Lower Decks, including the Easter eggs, Ransom’s gel fixation, Freeman’s career obsession, and callbacks to obscure episodes.
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How do you keep a Klingon down on the farm? Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss this story of a disgraced Klingon captain who gets honor back with the help of Mariner and a Boimler going through his Klingon phase.
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Mariner relationship woes and Boimler undercover. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the latest Lower Decks, including Boimler’s development, passive-aggressive breakups, and a possible interdimensional rift season arc.
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Lower Decks is back for its final season! Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the first two episodes, including the expansion of Tendi’s storyline; the heartwarming family message; and a possible alternate universe character swap.
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It’s the end! Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the season (and likely, series) finale of Prodigy, assessing how the show met or exceeded expectations; provided a continuing story for Voyager, and showed us adolescent characters grow into their potential.
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