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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4 took some big swings, and KJ and Security Dan are handing out the awards. Which episode delivered the best visual effects? Who had the strongest character arc? What was the weirdest experiment, the most rewatchable adventure, the best Enterprise beauty shot, and the season’s biggest “what the hell is happening?” moment?
The hosts revisit the horror of The Griffin Incident, the fantasy of Once a La’an a Time, the puppet madness of A Level 5 Transporter Accident, Tomorrow’s Enterprise, and more, before choosing their Season 4 MVPs and ranking the season against the first three. Their verdict? Entertaining, ambitious and sometimes wildly inconsistent. 
Then it’s time for a little loot: Dungeon Crawler Carl collectibles have arrived in Canada, and KJ and Dan compare their new Carl, Donut and Prepotente goodies, blind bags and loot-box finds.
Come for the Star Trek awards. Stay for the Muppets, body horror, beauty shots and Princess Donut.


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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds closes out Season 4 by getting wonderfully weird, and KJ the Comic Guy and Security Dan are here to unpack it.

First, the Enterprise heads back into fantasy territory as La’an confronts her past while the crew finds themselves surrounded by storybook doppelgängers, an evil wizard, a queen, a dragon, and one scene-stealing dog. Then “Tomorrow’s Enterprise” sends Uhura into a time-bending mystery connecting two versions of the Enterprise, Kirk and Pike, Scotty, Ortegas, a black hole, a white hole, and yes, a space baby.
The guys dig into the episodes’ character development, callbacks to classic Trek, connections to The Animated Series, the road toward the familiar TOS crew, and whether this season finale feels like it was designed to serve as an ending if Season 5 never happened. Plus, there’s some DC Lanterns talk, character-actor appreciation, wedding chaos, Gundams, Toronto adventures, and the usual detours along the way. 
Spoilers ahead for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4, Episodes 9 and 10.


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In this episode of Warp My Tardis, KJ the Comic Guy and Security Dan reflect on Star Trek Day celebrations, fan-driven enthusiasm for the franchise's upcoming 60th anniversary, and the evolving world of Star Trek collectibles and LEGO sets. They discuss the legacy of the late Peter Cullen, the future of licensed brick-building models, and why fans continue to keep Star Trek thriving across generations.

The main focus is an in-depth review of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4, Episode 8, "Orders of Magnitude." The hosts break down the episode's dual storylines: a dangerous away mission that puts Uhura's leadership and ingenuity to the test, and a tense Enterprise command crisis involving Admiral Simon Rieger, James T. Kirk, and long-buried secrets about Kirk's father. They explore Kirk's growing development into the legendary captain fans know, Uhura's standout character moments, Pike's leadership philosophy, and the episode's themes of duty, loyalty, revenge, and trust. The conversation wraps with thoughts on where the season is headed, including Uhura's promotion, M'Benga's uncertain future, and how the series is steadily transitioning toward the Original Series era.


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This week on Warp My Tardis, KJ and Security Dan dive into one of the wildest episodes of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds yet, breaking down the soap opera-inspired "Chronotrons Through the Hourglass" and exploring Pike's emotional journey, Trelane's return, space madness, and some surprisingly powerful character moments. We also look back at Fan Expo's accessibility controversies, Dragon Con's massive celebration of fandom, and the explosive popularity of Dungeon Crawler Carl, which is taking the convention world by storm. From CF-18s and Snowbirds to Cybok, Carl, and convention crowds, it's another packed week in geek culture.


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In this special live-on-the-streets episode of Warp My TARDIS, KJ the Comic Guy and Security Dan share their firsthand experiences from Fan Expo Canada 2026, reflecting on a convention that felt noticeably different from previous years. From smoother entry procedures and a more open show floor to memorable celebrity encounters with icons from Starship Troopers, Halo, and beloved voice actor Jim Cummings, the hosts explore how the event's atmosphere has evolved and what made this year's convention stand out.
The conversation also takes a heartfelt turn as they pay tribute to legendary figures whose recent passing has left a lasting impact on fandom culture, including Peter Cullen, Tim Curry, and Dolly Parton. Their discussion highlights the enduring legacies these entertainers have created across generations of fans.
The episode then shifts into a deep dive review of the latest episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, examining its intense emergency scenarios, emotional character moments, and surprisingly realistic portrayal of life-and-death decisions aboard the Enterprise. From radiation exposure and crew sacrifices to standout performances and future story implications, the hosts unpack one of the season's most dramatic episodes before signing off on their quest for well-earned tacos in downtown Toronto.


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This week on Warp My Tardis, KJ and Security Dan discuss the recent passing of actress Hayden Panettiere, reflecting on her career and the importance of mental health awareness. They preview their upcoming trip to Fan Expo Canada 2026, highlighting celebrity guests, cosplay plans, autograph opportunities, and fandom meetups. The duo then reviews Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Episode 5, the highly anticipated “Muppet episode,” sharing their thoughts on its humor, production design, and place within the series. They also touch on Reacher Season 5 filming in the Toronto area and round out the show with the latest Dungeon Crawler Carl news, adaptations, cosplay ideas, and fandom updates.


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This week on Warp My Tardis, KJ the Comic Guy and Security Dan dive into the latest geek news, including highlights from D23, Star Trek Las Vegas, and upcoming plans for Fan Expo Toronto. The duo discusses major announcements from Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars, including Ahsoka Season 2, the return of the original Star Wars theatrical release, and casting news surrounding the upcoming X-Men projects.
The main discussion focuses on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and its visually ambitious episode, "A Case of Chiaroscuro." The hosts explore the episode's striking film noir aesthetic, black-and-white cinematography, Casablanca-inspired storytelling, and the performances of Una, Uhura, and M'Benga as they navigate a world under Klingon occupation. While praising the episode's bold artistic direction and gorgeous visuals, they also discuss some narrative shortcomings and rank it as a solid, though not season-defining, entry in Strange New Worlds' growing lineup of creative genre experiments.


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This week on Warp My Tardis, KJ the Comic Guy and Security Dan review Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Episode 3, "A Human Best Friend." After a much-needed shore leave on a relaxation planet goes wildly wrong, Ortegas and Scotty must piece together missing memories while tracking down a crew that's behaving very strangely. From a drunken Spock and a singing Una to Pike's questionable tattoo choices, the episode delivers plenty of laughs, character moments, and classic Star Trek weirdness. While the hosts enjoyed the comedy and the growing friendship between Ortegas and Scotty, they felt this was the weakest episode of the season so far.


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This week on Warp My TARDIS, KJ the Comic Guy and Security Dan dive into the biggest sci-fi topics of the week, including reactions to Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the newly announced LEGO Star Trek bridge set, and the surprisingly quiet lead-up to Star Trek's 60th anniversary.

The main discussion focuses on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4, Episode 2, “The Griffin Incident,” a chilling horror-inspired bottle episode that has fans talking. From psychological terror and body horror to character development and franchise implications, the hosts break down why this may be one of the most memorable Trek episodes in years

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This week on Warp My TARDIS, KJ the Comic Guy and Security Dan dive into a packed episode covering the tragic passing of actress Kaylee Hoddle, the avalanche of reveals from San Diego Comic-Con—including Marvel’s Doomsday spectacle, Spaceballs Phase One chaos, DC’s Lanterns push, and the massive Dungeon Crawler Carl fandom turnout. KJ finally watches Enola Holmes 3, prompting a candid breakdown of what worked (and what really didn’t). The crew then jumps into Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4 Episode 1, celebrating dinosaurs, Martians, time paradoxes, and one perfectly delivered Doctor Who reference. Plus: fan casting chaos, live‑action DCC updates, and all the latest from the Fandom Frontier Book Club.

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