Star Trek Lower Decks Breakdown of 'Fully Dilated'

In our latest episode of Make It So, A Star Trek Legacy Podcast on the Film Stories Podcast Network,

Geoff Owen continues the coverage of Star Trek Lower Decks Season 5 with Brandi Jackola

We dive into the details of Episode 7 titled 'Fully Dilated', discussing character developments, particularly Mariner and Tendi, and how they contrast with their past selves.

We breakdown the comedic elements, particularly Rutherford and Boimler's mishaps, and the appearance of fan-favourite characters like Brent Spiner's Data.

Join us as we explore the themes, character arcs, and where the series might be heading as it approaches its finale.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:15 Lower Decks Season 5 Overview

02:37 Character Development: Mariner's Journey

04:32 Beards and Facial Hair in Star Trek

06:24 Episode Breakdown: Fully Dilated

21:33 Guest Characters and Cameos

25:00 Alternate Universes and Timelines

28:35 Connecting the Dots: Alternate Timelines and Universes

29:08 Data's Role and Tendi's Obsession

32:13 T'lyn's Talents and Tendi's Struggles

38:34 The Transporter Room Disaster

42:59 Tendi and T'lyn: A Resolution

45:55 The Future of the Crew and Series Speculations

51:22 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Host/Editor

Geoff Owen

Guest

Brandi Jackola

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