Holodeck Divas - A Star Trek Podcast

In this episode of Holodeck Divas we discuss the Star Trek - The Next Generation Episode "The Measure of a Man" (s2e9). This episode is widely regarded as one of the first great Next Generation episodes, and is often listed in a top 10 "best episode" list. Data is being told that he is going to be taken a part for science, with no guarantee that he can be put back together. Thus ignites a debate (and trial) over Data, and whether or not he is a sentient being. Naturally the divas take the time to insert some bad timing jokes. Listen to hear what the divas think!

In this episode of Holodeck Divas we discuss the Star Trek - The Next Generation episode "A Matter of Honor" (s2e8). Stef and Chris love Klingons, so the thirst is real in this episode. Riker goes on a "student exchange program" and becomes the first officer on a Klingon ship, while the Enterprise receives a new crew member who vapes a lot. What do the divas think about this episode? Listen and find out!

The crew of the Enterprise is faced with a dilemma, trying to figure out why an entire ship of people died of old age at the same time. Meanwhile, Picard decides that now is a great time to do a performance evaluation for the new doctor. Does this episode hold up? Listen to hear what the divas have to say!

In this episode of Holodeck Divas we discuss the Star Trek - The Next Generation episode "The Schizoid Man" (s2e6). In this episode Chris makes a major correction that basically explains how chaotic the production of season 2 was. Then we jump right into the episode. Data is being taken over, again, by a crazy scientist who is also a sexist. How will the rest of the crew deal with it, and do Stef and Chris think this is a good episode? Listen and find out!

What happens when a polycule gets blown up during a negotiation and no one has any common sense what-so-ever? You get the Star Trek The Next Generation episode "Loud as a Whisper," (s2e5). The show tried to do some good by being inclusive and have a story featuring people with different disabilities, but the script had some issues. Listen to the episode to hear what Stef and Chris have to say!

Are you ready for a outrageous episode? We are talking about this episode of Holodeck divas, not the Star Trek we are about to cover, and if you listen you'll hear why!

We discuss the Star Trek - The Next Generation Episode "The Outrageous Okona." The Enterprise picks up a pirate, who has a terrible wig and a libedo that impresses Riker. Picard wishes for death as we head into a bad version of a Romeo and Juliet show. Listen to hear why!

Is it this episode not just "elementary" but good? We have good news for you! In this episode of Holodeck Divas we discuss the Star Trek - Next Generation Episode "Elementary Dear Data," (s2e3). We get our first official holodeck adventure and everyone is excited to be LARPing, except maybe Worf. Join Stef and Chris as they discuss why they enjoy this episode so much!

What does the name of the episode have to do with the story? We don't know either. WE ARE BACK Y'ALL! In this episode of Holodeck Divas we discuss the Star Trek - The Next Generation episode "Where Silence Has Lease" (s2e2). In the episode, things happen we think? We know that there are holes, and where there are holes the divas are sure to make jokes about it. Listen to hear what the divas have to say!

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?