This week, Captain Mercer and Commander Grayson are lured into a replica of their home planet, only to find themselves trapped in a carefully constructed prison. Meanwhile, Lt. Alara Kitan faces her biggest challenge yet as she steps into the captain’s chair aboard The Orville.

While The Orville isn’t a Star Trek show, it continues to explore themes, messages, and morals that resonate with fans of Star Trek. Join Capt. Mike Richards and Jessica Lynn Verdi as they discuss the ethical dilemmas, character growth, and the larger meaning of "Command Performance."

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