Discovery Debrief: A Star Trek Podcast

18 | Debriefing Season One, Part 1/2

Welcome back to your Discovery Debrief! In part one of our two-part final discussion pertaining to the specifics of season one, our panel of bold STAR TREK franchise explorers — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Rivals of Waterdeep) — are joined by special guest Shareef Jackson (ShareefJackson.com) to unpack things further!
In this half, we settle back into the groove of talking TREK with each other and with you, letting you know how we've been engaging with the franchise and what the latest news is surrounding the soon-to-shoot second season. Then, we go a bit more in-depth on episodes 1-9 of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY season one for your listening pleasure!
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17 | All We Have

We've reached the end of season 1!
In a bit of a bittersweet discussion and analysis, our group of bold STAR TREK franchise explorers — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — delve into STAR TREK: DISCOVERY's first season finale, "Will You Take My Hand?," and get into the weeds of how well — or perhaps not so well — we all thought the show stuck its proverbial landing.
Did the character interactions do the finale justice? Was the plot wrapped up in a satisfying way? WHAT THE HELL HAPPENED AT THE END?!
All this and more is waiting in our 17th episode! Plus, we answer your questions, and hint at what's next for the future of DISCOVERY DEBRIEF now that our subject show has concluded its inaugural season. Download and listen now!
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16 | Inescapable Reflections

Just in time for the season finale, the panelists of DISCOVERY DEBRIEF — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — return to discuss the penultimate episode of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY's first season: "The War Without, the War Within!"
Get our takes, our predictions, and our disagreements about how the show will stick the landing in the season finale, as well as the implications that DISCOVERY is starting to have on the wider STAR TREK canon.
PLUS: we discuss the latest controversy that's embroiled director QUENTIN TARANTINO, and what it may mean for his potentially developing STAR TREK film. Should he stay involved? Should he stay the course? It's all waiting to come to your ears at warp speed!
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15 | Breaking the Mirror

As the first season for STAR TREK: DISCOVERY winds down, our diversely opinionated panel of STAR TREK aficionados — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — reel from the latest action-heavy episode of our subject series! With the revelation concerning Gabriel Lorca's origins having come to light, what do we feel about how the show treats the other characters we've come to know and love?
PLUS, we answer YOUR questions, but also react in the beginning to the news that WILLIAM SHATNER apparently wants to bring the Prime version of legendary CAPTAIN JAMES T. KIRK into director QUENTIN TARANTINO's allegedly developing new STAR TREK film project. Are we ready to line back up behind the original captain, or do we feel...differently? Be sure to find out on episode 15 of DISCOVERY DEBRIEF: A STAR TREK PODCAST!
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14 | Somebody Better

It's all been leading here! On this edition of DISCOVERY DEBRIEF, our panel of STAR TREK aficionados — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — react to the most consequential episode of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY yet: "Vaulting Ambition." Listen into the varying perspectives we all have about the details of the episode, things that stuck with us (Saruganoff, anyone?), as well as the very different perspectives shared on the episode's most earth-shattering revelation. Does it have the intended effect on our panel? Or will Zaki have to climb into ZAKI'S AGONY BOOTH?!
Plus, we open up the ol' communicator once more to answer your questions and comments, as well as to speculate on the possibilities that continue to surround the amorphous Quentin Tarantino STAR TREK feature film project. It's a whole, heapin' helpin' of ganglia just for you!
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Episode 13 - Bow Before Your Emperor

This episode of DISCOVERY DEBRIEF features our panel of STAR TREK fans — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — react to STAR TREK: DISCOVERY's eleventh episode, "THE WOLF INSIDE." Things are coming to a head on multiple fronts as our valiant crew attempts to survive in their very dangerous, twisted surroundings, but how will all of the building blocks laid down before push the show into its remaining episodes? Listen to our full discussion for our insights!
PLUS, STAR TREK could be under the roof of one company again with recent rumblings surrounding a possible merger between PARAMOUNT PICTURES and CBS, so how will that affect future films and seasons of DISCOVERY? This and more awaits in the latest episode of DISCOVERY DEBRIEF!
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Episode 12 - The Enemy is Here

We've returned to duty! On this episode of DISCOVERY DEBRIEF, our panel of STAR TREK aficionados — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — examine the tenth episode of STAR TREK: DISCOERY's first season, and the beginning of its second chapter: "DESPITE YOURSELF." With the return to a beloved alternate reality in the STAR TREK universe, what does our panel think of how things will shake out for the crew of the USS Discovery? Listen here!
Plus, the panel discusses a wide-ranging and far-reaching Twitter discussion/argument that showed the wide variety of opinions that STAR TREK fans have about DISCOVERY, and how they perceive its place in the larger canon. Some solid insights from our panel as we get ready to venture deeper into the Final Frontier with the long-awaited return of our subject series!
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Episode 11 - Debriefing 'The Last Jedi'

Special guest Kyle Sullivan (Trekspertise) returns to Discovery Debrief along with our regular panelists — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — as we take a cosmic detour from the Alpha Quadrant, and into a galaxy far, far away....
It's hard to ignore the biggest event to transpire as we await new episodes of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY, namely the arrival of writer-director Rian Johnson's highly anticipated entry in the ongoing "Skywalker Saga:" STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI. Join us for our final episode of the year as we break down this latest box office juggernaut from all our unique perspectives, as we take this brief galactic pit stop ahead of the return of our podcast's subject series!
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Episode 10 - Review: Season One, Chapter One

In a long-awaited episode, the DISCOVERY DEBRIEF panelists — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — return to break down every episode of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY between the introductory "The Vulcan Hello," and the cliffhanger "Into the Forest I Go!"
To help us out with having an in-depth conversation, joining the panelists is special guest KYLE SULLIVAN, creator of the terrific and acclaimed YouTube channel TREKSPERTISE to break down everything from the characters, to the plots, and even some conspiratorial guessing on where the show may pick things up in the new year.
PLUS: the panel reacts to the news that director QUENTIN TARANTINO may be the next cinematic steward of the STAR TREK franchise, and we break down what we feel this means for the franchise's future. You don't want to miss this one!
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Episode 9 - Review: 'Desperate Hours' Novel

In this episode of DISCOVERY DEBRIEF, panelists Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles) and Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate) go solo to discuss the very first step that DISCOVERY makes into the expanded universe of the franchise: novel STAR TREK: DISCOVERY - DESPERATE HOURS, by author David Mack!
Be sure to listen to our in-depth discussion including insight on the book's use of SPOCK, as well as other connections the story makes with characters featured in THE ORIGINAL SERIES' original pilot episode, "THE CAGE." Plus, more details on what's to follow as we continue to endure the mid-season lull!
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Episode 8 - One Last Jump

In a full, long and in-depth discussion about the finale of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY's "chapter one," our panel of STAR TREK aficionados — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles, GeekPulse Radio), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — unpack where we stand as we head into the long, dark wait for new adventures for the crew of the Starship Discovery!
Plus, we answer your questions, and give a hint towards what we'll be up to in the mid-season lull. Be sure to download the latest episode of DISCOVERY DEBRIEF today!
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Episode 7 - Saru's Surprising Strength

Sorry for the delay! After one of our co-hosts finally recovered from a bout of the Phage, our terrific panel of STAR TREK enthusiasts —  Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles, GeekPulse Radio), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — are back to dive into the penultimate episode of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY's Fall chapter! Does this relative return to a demonstrably classic TREK form help or hurt this week's episode of the series?
Plus, we go over a couple of consequential news items relating to the franchise, and wind up to prepare for next week's Fall finale! You won't want to miss this!
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Episode 6 - Loop-de-loop

In this episode, the panel of devoted, longtime STAR TREK fans — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles, GeekPulse Radio), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — dive into the relative one-off season 1 episode of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY, "Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad," a return to the classic "time loop" trope made famous by episodes like STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION's "Cause and Effect."
We also examine some of the latest STAR TREK franchise news, including the consequential revelations put forth by DISCOVERY actor Anthony Rapp, as well as a couple of smaller items dealing with the franchise at-large. Establish a sensor lock on this podcast and download now!
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Episode 5 - Vulcan Revelations

The DISCOVERY DEBRIEF panel — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles, GeekPulse Radio), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — discusses the sixth episode of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY's first season, "Lethe," with particular focus on the canonical ramifications we discover surrounding one of the STAR TREK franchise's most defining ORIGINAL SERIES icons.
PLUS: more investigation into the mystery surrounding a supporting character and a prime antagonist, as well as going over the latest news surrounding the world of STAR TREK. Get a lock on this episode, and energize it into your podcast feed!
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Episode 4 - Mudd-y Waters

This week, a character returns to the STAR TREK franchise for the first time since THE ORIGINAL SERIES, and our awesome panel — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles, GeekPulse Radio), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — unpacks a new plot of intrigue that surrounds Captain Lorca, Michael Burnham, and the Federation's war with the Klingon Empire.
PLUS: a secret revealed?! The panel has to go to RED ALERT to warn listeners about a possible secret the show is attempting to keep that was brought to our attention by Cicero, and it could lead to some very consequential occurrences on the show for our characters to contend with. Finally, some of the latest STAR TREK news and the discussion you've come to know and (hopefully) love!
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Episode 3 - Composer of War

Welcome back to the Final Frontier!
Discovery Debrief returns to talk the fourth episode of Star Trek: Discovery, "The Butcher's Knife Cares Not for the Lamb's Cry." In addition to the usual pleasantries and Trek love from our four panelists — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles, GeekPulse Radio), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — we also give you an in-depth perspective that can only come from four longtime Star Trek franchise fans.
Plus: trouble ahead? We respond to a listener who wants something different from our show, but we also want to know what YOU think! Find us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter @DSCDebrief, and be sure to like, comment, rate, subscribe, and just get in touch! Please continue boldly going with us in our ongoing mission to explore the latest series in the Star Trek franchise!
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Episode 2 - Space Monsters and Mutineers

Discovery Debrief returns with its panel — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles, GeekPulse Radio), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — to talk the latest news surrounding the current iteration of the Star Trek franchise, and then dive in deep to the events of the series' third episode: "Context is for Kings."
With former Commander Michael Burnham finding herself on a brand new starship — albeit with some decidedly familiar faces — she's thrust into a mysterious plot that places her inside an adrift haunted house in space that has more in common with the likes of the original two Alien films and John Carpenter's The Thing than it does anything else in the Trek franchise. The panel also discusses the enigma that is Discovery's commanding officer, Gabriel Lorca, the positioning of longer-term characters, and some speculation surrounding a clandestine intelligence organization we've seen before in the Star Trek universe. Plus: we answer YOUR questions! Find us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter @DSCDebrief, and be sure to like, comment, rate, subscribe, and anything else you can think of!
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Episode 1 - Our Own Vulcan Hello

Hello! Welcome to Discovery Debrief, a brand new Star Trek podcast dedicated to recapping the latest iteration of the storied sci-fi franchise to reach the airwaves of television...at least, kind of. 
In our very first episode, our panel — Chris Clow (Movies.com, Comics on Consoles, GeekPulse Radio), Rachael Clow (Biology PhD candidate), Zaki Hasan (Zaki's Corner, MovieFilm Podcast), and Cicero Holmes (Spawn On Me Cast) — introduce themselves, the levels of their Star Trek fandom, as well as their favorite shows and movies in the franchise.
Then, they dive deeply into the first two episodes of Star Trek: Discovery — "The Vulcan Hello" and "Battle at the Binary Stars" — discussing the way this new show has differentiated itself from others in the franchise, making some long continuity callbacks, and having a mini-debate about Star Trek's place in the landscape of modern TV as well as whether or not the show is already trying to hold a mirror up to today's society.
Show us you listened to the episode by using our new favorite hashtag on Twitter: #SpaceEeyore! We hope you come along with us for this amazing ride as we recap every new episode of Star Trek: Discovery. Find us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter @DSCDebrief, and be sure to like, comment, rate, subscribe, and anything else you can think of! See you in the next phase of the Final Frontier!
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Episode 0 - Preparing to Depart

Welcome to your brand new Discovery Debrief!
In this brief introduction, co-host Chris Clow (Movies.com) introduces what the show's mission will be in recapping the latest episodes of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY, along with telling you the great lineup of co-hosts who will be coming along for the ride with him.
Set your course for this podcast feed to join us on our in-depth journey into the STAR TREK universe's latest chapter!