Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi

Trek Tuesday: Mike McMahan on Comedy, Canon, and the Heart of Star Trek

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I beam aboard Mike McMahan—creator and showrunner of Star Trek: Lower Decks. From his early days writing for South Park to co-creating Rick and Morty, McMahan has carved out a unique space in genre storytelling, blending irreverent humor with deep reverence for sci-fi lore.

🎙️ In this candid conversation, McMahan shares:
  • How his comedy roots shaped his approach to writing for Star Trek
  • The balancing act of honoring canon while poking fun at it

  • Why Lower Decks centers on the unsung heroes of Starfleet

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