Discovery Debrief: A Star Trek Podcast

92 | The Best of Me

In a long-awaited series of events for the STAR TREK universe, the DEBRIEF crew — Chris and Rachael Clow, Cicero Holmes and Ty Monaghan — are joined once more by KYLE SULLIVAN ("Trekspertise") to break down the eighth episode of STAR TREK: PICARD season three: "Surrender!"
From a bout of Soong shenanigans to an emotional gathering around a table, the fan-favorite season takes a couple of swerves as we begin barreling toward its conclusion. Hear our panel break down the plot of the episode, how the returns of long-absent friends played out, and how it all came together.

91 | Reflection of Hate

The DEBRIEF bridge crew — Cicero Holmes and Ty Monaghan — are joined once more by KYLE SULLIVAN ("Trekspertise") to break down the seventh episode of STAR TREK: PICARD season 3: "DOMINION."
In a more narrowly-focused episode, the tension is ratcheted up and new revelations about the season's villains come to light, extending back to the deepest, darkest conflict the STAR TREK universe had ever seen. How does the episode land, especially for someone who is CURRENTLY in the middle of watching STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE?
Listen in to find out!

90 | Marvelous

This is a big one! In one of our longest episode recaps, the Derbief panel — Chris and Rachael Clow and Cicero Holmes — are very pleased to be joined by two special guests: KYLE SULLIVAN ("Trekspertise") and first-time guest ZACH MOORE ("Always Hold On to Smallville")!
STAR TREK: PICARD's "The Bounty" not only brings some major TNG characters back to the forefront for the first time since 2002, but it also features a ludicrous amount of callbacks, artifacts and starships from the storied legacy of the STAR TREK franchise. Listen in as we break down a very meaty episode, but not before Cicero further proclaims his love of (and interaction with) Todd Stashwick and Captain Liam Shaw!
 

89 | I Do See You

Join the DEBRIEF PANEL — Chris Clow, Cicero Holmes and Ty Monaghan — as we welcome a very special guest to recap STAR TREK: PICARD episode 3x05: none other than RYAN McCAFFREY (IGN, Ride the Lightning)!
As a broad conspiracy unfolds across Starfleet, Admiral JEAN-LUC PICARD and several former crewmembers of the Enterprise-D and -E are visited by a shocking figure from their past...who is there to take them into custody. Listen in as our panel dives into what this episode could mean for the future, whether or not call-backs to prior series might be creating a high barrier to entry for this show, and Ryan's perspectives on the STAR TREK franchise!

88 | Lucky Number Ten

The Debrief panel — Chris and Rachael Clow, and Tyler Monaghan — are joined once more by KYLE SULLIVAN ("Trekspertise")to discuss "No Win Scenario," the fourth episode of STAR TREK: PICARD's third season!
With the return of an old foe in full swing and a deadly race against the clock, the discussion turns to how well the episode — and the season thus far — is serving as a substantive continuation of the TNG legacy. Listen in for a wide array of perspectives on the show, the execution of current-era STAR TREK, longstanding lore threads and a whole lot more!

87 | The Moving Face

In this episode, the panel — Chris and Rachael Clow. Cicero Holmes and Tyler Monaghan — are joined once more by KYLE SULLIVAN ("Trekspertise") to break down STAR TREK: PICARD season 3, episode 3: "Seventeen Seconds!"
First, our panel reacts to the news that STAR TREK: DISCOVERY will come to an end in 2024 with the airing of season 5, discussing the nature of the news. We also speculate about what that show's legacy will be in the annals of Trek history in the years to come.
Then, we break down the episode involving a more solid return for WORF, Captain RIKER finding himself back in the center seat, and the unexpected return of an old foe. Listen now!

86 | Boogeyman at the Edge of Space

Echoes of The Wrath of Khan, swimming in the "river of ham" and modern Ferengi makeup: just some of the detours in this episode of Discovery Debrief!
The panel — Chris and Rachael Clow and Cicero Holmes — are joined by special guest KYLE SULLIVAN ("Trekspertise") to unpack the second episode of STAR TREK: PICARD's third season: "Disengage." With elements of the plot laid bare and one powerful return, the panel all have very different thoughts about how effective this episode was in barrelling toward the series' ultimate conclusion.
Listen in, and be sure to count the food metaphors!

85 | A Good, Old-Fashioned Road Trip

Not a sensor echo, not a power distribution problem from the EPS conduits...it's the return of Discovery Debrief!
After an extended hiatus, the crew — Chris & Rachael Clow, Cicero Holmes and Tyler Monaghan — reunite to discuss a season that seems to have won over everyone before it even premiered: the third season of STAR TREK: PICARD!
Listen as the crew recounts its first episode, "THE NEXT GENERATION," and discusses how the show could possibly serve as a satisfying conclusion for the TNG crew that is over 20 years past-due.
Permission to come back aboard has been granted. Listen now!

84 | Just Like Andoria

EDITOR'S NOTE: Sorry for the delay! This episode was originally recorded at the end of July, 2022. Please forgive any anachronisms.
The Debrief crew — Chris Clow, Rachael Clow, Cicero Holmes and Tyler Monaghan — return to discuss the penultimate episode of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS' first season: "ALL THOSE WHO WANDER."
It's always a tall order for any STAR TREK series to endear the audience to new faces, but we spend much of this discussion talking about how the show has managed to do precisely that. Listen on for our takes on one of the most emotionally compelling episodes of this series.

83 | Mercury Stone

EDITOR'S NOTE: Sorry for the delay! This episode was originally recorded at the end of July, 2022.
The crew — Chris Clow, Rachael Clow, Cicero Holmes and Tyler Monaghan — break down the fairy tale jaunt that was "THE ELYSIAN KINGDOM," the eighth episode of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS! With the crew of the Enterprise in the grip of something that has turned the ship into a land of imagination, only a handful of officers remain unaffected. Listen in as we break down this one!

82 | Passions and Pirates

In this episode, the crew — Chris Clow, Cicero Holmes and Tyler Monaghan — break down episode seven of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS, "The Serene Squall!" Listen in as we explore an episode with a lot of twists and turns, including a VERY surprising twist in the episode's final moments. Was it the right call, though?

81 | The Price of Omelas

A new chance at a life without pain, a mysterious culture that avoids Federation membership and a brilliant child about to "ascend"...what could go wrong? Listen in as our Debrief crew — Chris & Rachael Clow, Cicero Holmes and Tyler Monaghan — debate the ins and outs of STRANGE NEW WORLDS season 1, episode 6: "LIFT US WHERE SUFFERING CANNOT REACH."
What price too high? A lesson in responsibility over suffering? Check out our discussion!

80 | Enterprise Bingo

The FULL Debrief panel — Chris & Rachael Clow, Cicero Holmes, Zaki Hasan and Tyler Monaghan — get together to talk about shenanigans across Starbase 1 and aboard the Enterprise taking place in STRANGE NEW WORLDS episode 5, "SPOCK AMOK!" Listen in as the crew breaks down the interesting character interactions, TOS callbacks and potential foreshadowing on display in an episode that was far more fun than anyone might have expected.

79 | It’s the Gorn

The Debrief crew — Chris & Rachael Clow, Cicero Holmes and Tyler Monaghan — return to offer perspectives on the nailbiting fourth episode of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS' first season, "MEMENTO MORI!"
Listen in as the crew breaks down the first substantive appearance of the Gorn in the STAR TREK franchise since their debut in "ARENA" from STAR TREK: THE ORIGINAL SERIES!

78 | Enough to Just Be

The crew — Chris Clow, Rachael Clow, Cicero Homes and Tyler Monaghan — reunite to discuss the third episode of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS, "Ghosts of Illyria!" Listen into the perspectives of the panel as we unpack all the new character development for LT COMMANDER UNA, DR. M'BENGA and more!

77 | Ran Away to Starfleet

The Debrief panel — Chris Clow, Rachael Clow, Cicero Holmes and Ty Monaghan— are back to discuss the second episode of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS' first season, "Children of the Comet!"
Listen in as the crew unpacks all the character moments in the episode, takes a critical look at the single-episodic structure of the show, and talks about the nature of a tragic backstory.

76 | Take Me to Your Leader

In an episode that has been a long time coming, the FULL panel of Discovery Debrief — Chris Clow, Rachael Clow, Zaki Hasan, Cicero Holmes and Tyler Monaghan — return to recap the premiere episode of the series aiming to return to STAR TREK's exploratory, episodic roots: STRANGE NEW WORLDS!
Listen in as the hosts all take turns offering passionate and in-depth perspectives on new adventures of the franchise's iconic original starship. We hope you come along for the ride as we return to the U.S.S. Enterprise as it explores space, the final frontier...

75 | Even Gods Have Favorites

All good things must come to an end and so must Picard, season 2. Cicero Holmes welcomes back past guests Dan Decker and Greg Tito! Greg brings his fellow ReEngage co-host, Jimmie G. for even more commentary. This episode, and this season, has been very polarizing and we waste no time getting into it. Things get timey-wimey and we talk assimilation. You don't want to miss it! 

74 | Universe of Sevens

We're almost there! Back with a recap of TWO episodes are panelists, Ty Monaghan, Rachel Clow, Cicero Holmes, and Chris Clow. Mercy gives us early 2000 vibes while finally giving us the answer to the question we all wanted to know this season; What's wrong with Q?. While Hide and Seek changes Star Trek canon in a very specific, and incredibly clumsy way. CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses issues of self-harm and suicide.

73 | Monster Is Man

Mission: Chicago MVP Dan Decker joins Cicero & Ty to talk about his experience in Chicago as well as Picard Season 2, Episode 7 "Monster." Who was the real monster in Picard's life and was it always Gaius Baltar? Also, is the death of a main character possible in the episodes ahead? One of our panelists thinks so!

72 | Mission: Accomplished

With co-host Chris Clow back in the center seat for this episode, Debrief panelists Rachael Clow, Cicero Holmes and Tyler Monaghan convene to offer perspectives on STAR TREK: MISSION CHICAGO and the sixth episode of PICARD season two!
First, Chris and Rachael ask Cicero and Tyler about their experiences attending the Chicago convention, with both recounting their experiences with STAR TREK franchise luminaries, the heroic efforts of DEBRIEF friend Dan Decker to make the experience an excellent one, and how the first "official" TREK convention shaped up at McCormick Place!
Then, the panel discusses "Two of One," the sixth episode of PICARD's second season and offer up some...mixed thoughts. Listen in!

71 | But I’m Jean-Luc Picard

Only one new episode of Star Trek was released this week but it's still reason to celebrate! Cicero & Tyler welcome Chris & Rachael Clow back to the bridge as we discuss episode 5 of Star Trek: Picard - "Fly Me to the Moon". Prior to discussing the episode our panel also gives their opinion on Paramount +'s other sci-fi show, Halo: The Series. We also sprinkle some fun Star Trek news while we're at it. 

70 | Turn That Noise Down

GREAT SCOTT! We're back in the past but it's Picard's past but it's still our future. Unless, of course, you're reading this in the future then it might also be your past. Now that your brain has been warmed up listen in as we talk about 2024 Los Angeles that Q has made for us. Cicero & Tyler are joined by longtime Star Trek fan & historian, Ali Nagib as we discuss episodes 3 & 4 of Star Trek: Picard, Season 2. Please enjoy!

69 | Coming Home

Season 4 of Star Trek: Discovery has concluded and we have to come you with our recap. Cicero & Ty are joined this week by multi-hyphenate podcaster, Moises Chuillan! We briefly recap episodes 13 & 14 before taking on the season as a whole. You're not gonna want to miss this one! 

68 | Q & Jean-Luc’s Bogus Journey

Picard season 2 is upon us and we are way too excited! Not only because Rachael & Chris Clow are back to join us along with Tyler Monaghan but we're joined by the one & only Greg Tito of the Re:Engage and DragonTalk podcasts! There's video games news that's both good and bad (potentially) but there are also TWO episodes of Star Trek: Picard to discuss. Come for the analysis and stay for the laughs! 
 
 
With: Cicero Holmes, Tyler Monaghan, Rachael Clow, Chris Clow, & Greg Tito of Re:Engage & DragonTalk