Season 2 of Star Trek: The Next Generation kicks off… with a forced pregnancy plotline. So yeah, we're not off to a great start.

In this episode of Holodeck Divas, we dive into “The Child” (S2E1), where Counselor Deanna Troi becomes mysteriously pregnant and absolutely no one handles it well, including the writers. Stef begins to question her entire relationship with Star Trek, while Chris gleefully points out plot holes you could fly a starship through.

Let’s just say: it’s not our favorite episode.

Trigger warning: We discuss some heavy and uncomfortable themes in this one. If you need to skip it, we get it. If you stick around, we promise at least we make it entertaining.

We are at the end of season 1 of Star Trek The Next Generation. Is the final episode worthy of Star Trek greatness, or does it match the energy of the entire season? Also why are we repeating storylines? Join Stef and Chris as they discuss the Star Trek TNG episode "The Neutral Zone" (s1e26). The name implies there are Romulans, so we can't wait to see an entire episode dedicated to only Romulans. Right? RIIIGGHHTT?

The Federation is in trouble! In this episode of Holodeck Divas we discuss the Star Trek - The Next Generation episode "Conspiracy" (s1e25). Captain Picard receives an urgent message with from an old friend, and is informed of a conspiracy happening at the highest levels of the Federation. What is the conspiracy, and can the crew of the Enterprise stop it? Also why can't anyone just look at the back of people's head? Listen to hear what Stef and Chris have to say!

We have arrived at one of the most consequential television episodes in the history of Star Trek, but do The Divas like it? In this episode of Holodeck Divas, we discuss the Star Trek - The Next Generation episode "Skin of Evil" (s1e23). Deanna Troi's shuttle crashes on a planet that we have renamed "Viagra two," Picard is on a mission to save her. Unfortunatley, we see the death of a primary crew member and all kinds of weird shit happen with a giant slime monster. How do Stef and Chris feel about this episode? Listen and find out!

Our first episode in the TNG era that is focused on Klingons, but does the episode deliver for The Divas? In this episode of Holodeck Divas we discuss The Star Trek - The Next Generation episode "Heart of Glory" (s1e20). The Enterprise stumbles on a floating ship that appears to be in trouble near the neutral zone. We get some backstory about Worf, and a lot of interesting Klingon moments. Listen to hear how Stef and Chris feel about this episode!

Are you ready for an episode that is a study on the matriarchy vs the patriarchy? Well you won't be getting that from the episode we are discussing. In this episode of Holodeck Divas we discuss the Star Trek - The Next Generation episode "Angel One" (s1e14). The crew of the Enterprise are looking for a lost freighter and they find a planet ruled by women. At the same time there is suddenly a virus that contaminates the entire ship. Where does the disease come from? Also what color is Riker's nipple supposed to be? Listen to hear what the divas have to say!

WARNING: This isn't going to be a very positive episode. In this episode of Holodeck Divas we discuss the Star Trek - The Next Generation episode "Datalore" (s1e13). We see the introduction of a important character for Data's backstory, but the story unfolds in a odd way. The divas have some info on who's fault this episode is, and they discuss what key moment causes the divas to say this is one of their least favorite Star Trek episodes. Listen and hear why!

In this episode of Holodeck Divas we discuss the Star Trek The Next Generation episode "Haven" (s1e11). Is this the shadiest Star Trek episode we have ever seen? We see the debut of one of our favorite characters from Next Generation. Troi has to get married and Riker is not happy about it. What do the divas think of the episode? Listen and find out!

Yay a Q episode, but how do we feel about the script? In this episode of Holodeck Divas we discuss the Star Trek - The Next Generation episode "Hide and Q" (s1e10). Q returns to offer the ultimate gift, but not to Picard? Why is Tasha acting so differently, and how do the divas feel about this episode? Listen to find out!

Will Stef and Chris like this episode? The first season of Star Trek - The Next Generation has been rough for the divas thus far, but will this episode change things? In this episode of Holodeck Divas, we discuss TNG's "The Battle" (s1e9). Captain Picard has a headache while waiting for the Ferengi to meet with him, which is unusual because headaches don't happen in the future. WHAT?! Also, why do the Ferengi want to meet with The Enterprise? You'll have to listen to find out!