Secrets of Star Trek
SQPN, Inc.The Secrets of Star Trek explores the deeper ideas, themes, and meanings behind Star Trek across its many series and films. Instead of simple recaps or reviews, this podcast dives into storytelling, character development, moral questions, and cultural significance — examining how Star Trek reflects on justice, identity, technology, and the human experience. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 300 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmFilm ReviewsTV Reviews | |||
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TNG's "The Hunted" is a Vietnam allegory that rarely gets its due. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler examine what works, what doesn't, and how stronger dramatic choices could have made it truly great.
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The Federation goes on trial in Starfleet Academy's season finale. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler weigh Nus Braka's cheapened backstory, Reno's command highlight, and whether Season 1 earned its emotional payoffs.
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Is Starfleet Academy finally finding its footing? Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Jason Tyler, and Jimmy Akin weigh Caleb’s family choice, Sam’s stronger new edge, Omega-level stakes, and whether “300th Night” earns its season-finale momentum.
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Starfleet Academy turns trauma recovery into theater—smart therapy tool or off-model Trek? Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler weigh Our Town’s role, Tilly’s authority shift, and Sam’s 17-years-in-2-weeks reset.
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- Limerick :)
Love the Asimov limerick quote, Jimmy!
Apple Podcasts5KentuckyRobert
United Statesa year ago - Great podcast
This is an entertaining podcast. I really appreciate that you can play it with children in the car. So many Star Trek podcasts use profanity indiscriminately. Even the ones featuring Star Trek actors.
Apple Podcasts5OldSandiUnited States2 years ago - A Waste of Time
There is an unfortunate amount of recency bias here, as regards “Strange New Worlds” & “Picard.” “S.N.W.” is better than “Discovery” & season three of “Picard” might be better than season one, but that’s no excuse for cutting the new shows more slack than is given to T.O.S. & the “T.N.G” era shows.
Apple Podcasts1The S.K.P. MachineUnited States2 years ago - An Episode for Everyone
There is an unfortunate amount of recency bias here, as regards “Strange New Worlds” & “Picard.” “S.N.W.” is better than “Discovery” & season three of “Picard” might be better than season one, but that’s no excuse for cutting the new shows more slack than is given to T.O.S. & the “T.N.G” era shows.
Apple Podcasts1The S.K.P. MachineUnited States2 years ago - Great reviews.
I like Star Trek thanks.
Apple Podcasts5PaigeXXIIIUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #158 | United States/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #131 |  Canada/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #242 |  United Kingdom/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #198 |  Australia/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #229 |  France/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #18 |  Singapore/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
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A thought-provoking panel discussion on Star Trek that emphasizes deeper ideas, ethics, and character development across the franchise. Episodes weave in leadership, faith-informed perspectives, and cultural implications, with listeners appreciating balanced analysis, historical Trek context, and thoughtful commentary on morality and narrative choices. The format typically blends critical inquiry with appreciation for the long-running saga, spotlighting how stories explore justice, technology, and human experience. A standout feature is bringing in varied viewpoints from seasoned Trekkies and a Catholic-influenced lens, which many listeners find uniquely insightful and engaging for both longtime fans and newcomers.
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2. Mark Hansard
3. Father Jason Tyler
4. Leland Orser
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