Join the ASNP crew on this Thanksgiving edition of the pod as the team reviews Star Trek Discovery's second episode of season four, "Anomaly."

On episode 402, Saru returns to help the U.S.S. Discovery uncover the mystery of an unusually destructive new force. As Burnham leads the crew, she must also find a way to help Book cope with an unimaginable loss.

How did this week's episode compare to the season premiere? Do we get more answers about the anomaly, and how does Book handle the loss of his entire planet?

Plus, the Strange New Loop, some news, and much more. Happy Thanksgiving everyone. We're all very thankful to have you as listeners and as part of our collective!

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For the first time in 22 years, two separate Star Trek series debuted new episodes on the same day.

This week, the crew reviews Star Trek Prodigy's first mid-season finale, "Terror Firma." How did the episode wrap up the first five episode arc? What exactly is a protostar drive, and is the team invested in the series moving forward?

Then, Star Trek Discovery makes its return with season four and a whole lot more dilithium. How did the season premiere stack up against the previous three? How was Captain Burnham in her first outing in the chair? And how big are the stakes this season after an explosive final act?

We answer all those questions and more on episode 55 of A Strange New Pod. 

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On this very special edition of A Strange New Pod, the crew welcomes the co-executive producer and writer of Star Trek Prodigy, Aaron Waltke to the show.

Aaron talks all things Prodigy including the show's second season renewal, its roadmap, making sure the team gets the tone of the show right for the next generation of Star Trek fans, and so much more. Did we mention he also knows a lot about dilithium?

The crew also reviews the fourth episode of Prodigy's first season, "Dreamcatcher," as the ragtag crew of the Protostar explores their first planet together.

All that and much more on episode 54 of ASNP.

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After a stunning two-part series premiere, Star Trek Prodigy returned this week with it's third episode, "Starstruck." Also returning? Ensign Admiral Erin!

"Even with the guidance of their hologram advisor Janeway, the crew of the Protostar is tested when their ship is on a dangerous cosmic collision course."

What did the crew think of the show now that the premiere is out of the way? Who are some of their favorite characters and who might rub the crew the wrong way? Also, what did everyone think about the highly anticipated return of Kathryn Janeway in holo form?

Find out on episode 53 of A Strange New Pod! 

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It's an exciting time for Trek fans as the latest series in the franchise, Star Trek Prodigy, has made its series debut. Prodigy is the first show in the franchise geared towards kids and what better way to review the show than welcome two members of the target audience to help the crew review it?

ASNP welcomes Julian's daughter Cadet Cecily and Erik's daughter, Cadet Kateri to give their thoughts on some of their favorite moments and characters. The team also asks them the important question: does Prodigy make them want to watch more Trek?

Karyn Brown, host of Everything is Permitted's Top Chef post-show Everything is Delicious, also guests on the show as she helps break down the series premiere. What worked? Can adults enjoy Star Trek Prodigy as well? And why is the music so good?!

All those questions, plus the Strange New Loop and mailbag on episode 52 of A Strange New Pod.

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Join Julian and Erin as they welcome New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Dr. Una McCormack back to the show to talk about not one, but two of her recent novels.

How was it writing for two very complex characters? What do these two icons have in common when it comes to family? Dr. McCormack deep dives both The Autobiography of Kathryn Janeway and The Autobiography of Mr. Spock on this very special edition of A Strange New Pod.

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Star Trek Lower Decks sophomore season wrapped up an incredible run this past Thursday and the ASNP crew are at their stations as they review the finale, "First First Contact."

Joining the show once again is David Majors from Promenade Merchants Podcast!

What did the team think about the cliffhanger ending? What are their theories looking ahead to season three?

The team also takes a look back at the ten-episode second season. What worked, what didn't, who grew, and who took a step back? We try to answer all these questions.

Plus, the final subspace polls and mailbag of the season on episode 51 of A Strange New Pod.

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It's the 50th episode of A Strange New Pod! Join the crew for this very special edition of the podcast.

First, it's trivia night as Girafe, Brittany, Hawk, and Erik get asked 13 Trek questions each by Julian as they play for members of the ASNP Patron Collective. Who won for their member? Did anyone go 13 for 13?

Then, it's onto this week's review of Star Trek Lower Decks, as episode nine marks the penultimate episode of season two.

Was Boimler able to find a bridge buddy? Who is behind the Padlek's rise to supremacy in the quadrant? And why does the team think this might be the best episode of Lower Decks yet?

Find out on this special edition of. A Strange New Pod.

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Join Julian, Brittany, and Hawk this week as another episode of Lower Decks warps into the system.

On this week's episode, it's training day! Ensigns are Captains and Captains are Ensigns. We have easter eggs galore, and some amazing moments in this episode.

Plus, the Strange New Loop, mailbag, and much more on episode 49 of ASNP.

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Season two of Lower Decks warps right along as the ASNP crew reviews episode seven, "Where Pleasant Fountains Lie."

This week, we found out that Billups is royalty, probably ace, and his mom is a Queen who lives on a ren fair in space. If that doesn't excite you, Jeffrey Combs also made his triumphant return to the Trek Universe.

What did the team think about how the episode handled Billups's sexuality? Was Jeffrey Combs' return to Star Trek worth the wait? And finally, did Boimler hit a new benchmark in his career? 

We unpack it all on episode 48 of A Strange New Pod.

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