Discovery: A Star Trek Podcast by Phantastic Geek

The Voyage Continues: Previewing the Starfleet Academy Series

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:27:00 -0800

In one month, Star Trek returns with a brand new series on Paramount+. PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt start the countdown for Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.

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Looking Back at Season Five... and the Series

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 9 Jun 2024 12:05:00 -0700

With the final jump of the spore drive having occurred, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt take a look back at the five episode journey of Star Trek: Discovery.

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510 "Life, Itself"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 2 Jun 2024 12:46:00 -0700

In the series finale, Michael Burnham leads the crew of the USS Discovery in a desperate attempt to prevent the most-powerful technology in the universe from falling into the wrong hands. Matt and Pete contemplate episode 510, “Life, Itself.”

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509 "Lagrange Point"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 26 May 2024 10:32:00 -0700

Limping to the coordinates of the Progenitors’ secret, Discovery hopes to stave off the Breen. Matt and Pete arrive at episode 509, “Lagrange Point.”

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508 "Labyrinths"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 19 May 2024 10:18:00 -0700

Discovery journeys to a galactic archive in search of the final clue as Moll plots her next move. Matt and Pete navigate episode 508, “Labyrinths.”

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507 "Erigah"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 12 May 2024 13:05:00 -0700

With Moll and L’ak in custody, a visitor arrives at Fed HQ to collect. Reno’s rare talent assists in the search for the latest clue. Matt and Pete track down episode 507, “Erigah.”

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506 "Whistlespeak"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 5 May 2024 12:13:00 -0700

The next clue leads Discovery to dusty Halem’no, where Burnham and Tilly try to make it rain without breaking the Prime Directive. Matt and Pete put their lips together and blow for episode 506, “Whistlespeak.”

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505 "Mirrors"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 12:47:00 -0700

Burnham and Book venture into inter-dimensional space to find so more than just Moll and L’ak. Matt and Pete adjust their goatees and peer into episode 505, “Mirrors.”

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504 "Face the Strange"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 11:17:00 -0700

With Discovery in the lead for the greatest prize in the universe, it’s time for Moll and L’ak to get Starfleet to chase its own tail. Matt and Pete turn to episode 504, “Face the Strange.”

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503 "Jinaal"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 14 Apr 2024 09:36:00 -0700

As Discovery arrives at Trill, they hope to stay ahead in a race for answers about the biggest possible mystery that an 800-year-old symbiont might help them with. Saru’s first day on his new job comes with unanticipated challenge. Matt and Pete upload their consciousness into episode 503, “Jinaal.”

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501 "Red Directive" and 502 "Under the Twin Moons"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 7 Apr 2024 12:10:00 -0700

Discovery’s fifth and final season begins with a super secret mission to find an answer to the biggest possible mystery. Matt and Pete launch into episodes 501, “Red Directive” and 502, “Under the Twin Moons.”

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Counting Down to Season 5

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 31 Mar 2024 09:51:00 -0700

The end of the road might be in sight, but not before one more outing with the USS Discovery! PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt look to the future and talk season 5 of Discovery.

We reference this Variety article on Star Trek.

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Looking Ahead to Season 5

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 16 Dec 2023 11:56:00 -0800

With Discovery's final voyage starting in April 2024, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete & Matt check in with the status of the series, all while the corporate stage swirls.

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The Beginning of the End: Charting Discovery's Cancellation Announcement

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 6 Mar 2023 17:51:00 -0800

With the surprising news that Star Trek: Discovery's fifth season will also be its last, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt look back at the road that got us here while anticipating the ten episodes still ahead.

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Star Trek Day 2022

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 8 Sep 2022 21:07:00 -0700

The cavalcade of Star Trek stars rolled out on this annual day of thanking the Great Bird of the Galaxy, and PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt talk about the wonderful and passionate hosts, and the panels on Star Treks Picard, Discovery, Lower Decks, Prodigy, and Strange New Worlds... along with strange new news about Wesley Crusher's video game return and a Khan-cast written by Nicholas Meyer!

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Star Trek at SDCC 2022

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 24 Jul 2022 10:09:00 -0700

Taking to Hall H in San Diego was Star Trek: Picard, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, and Star Trek: Lower Decks, and PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt beam down for the latest information.

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Looking Back at Season Four

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 26 Mar 2022 09:46:00 -0700

Though the DMA is in the books and all's well with the Ten-C now, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt look back at all that was season four of Star Trek Discovery.

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413 "Coming Home"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 19 Mar 2022 12:02:00 -0700

As the DMA begins to affect Earth and Ni’Var, Discovery makes a last-ditch effort to stop Tarka and break through to Species Ten-C. Matt and Pete arrive at the season finale, episode 413, “Coming Home.”

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412 "Species 10-C"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 12 Mar 2022 10:35:00 -0800

Having arrived at the Hyperfield, how will Discovery gain entry and make first contact? The crew searches for its missing member. Matt and Pete commune with episode 412, “Species Ten-C.”

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411 "Rosetta"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 5 Mar 2022 11:56:00 -0800

Discovery explores a decimated world that may hold the key to making contact with Species 10-C. Book and Tarka plan to piggy back into the hyperfield. Matt and Pete translate episode 411, “Rosetta.”

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410 "The Galactic Barrier"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 27 Feb 2022 10:31:00 -0800

Discovery heads off on its desperate first contact mission with some VIPs aboard. Book and Tarka make a layover for some much-needed supplies. Matt and Pete navigate episode 410, “The Galactic Barrier.”

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409 "Rubicon"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 20 Feb 2022 11:26:00 -0800

With the isolinear weapon ready to destroy the DMA controller, Discovery welcomes an old friend to help navigate its commanding officers’ close relationship with Book. Matt and Pete come across episode 409, “Rubicon.”

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408 "All In"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 13 Feb 2022 12:20:00 -0800

Book and Tarka have gone rogue and Discovery has been ordered to prepare for first contact with Species 10-C. But Adm. Vance tasks Burnham with doing both jobs. Matt and Pete push it all into the middle of the table for episode 408, “All In.”

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Star Trek Returns

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 6 Feb 2022 17:30:00 -0800

With an epic run of Star Trek starting in just a few days, Pete and Matt talk about the return of Star Trek: Discovery's fourth season, Picard season two, and Strange New Worlds season one, all warping closer and closer.

We reference our poll that can be found here.

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Star Trek's Greatest Day?

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 19:08:00 -0800

With the mammoth announcements extending the Star Trek Universe, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt boldly go into the future!

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Updating the Star Trek Universe: Discovery News, Picard's Pause, and Prodigy's Home Run

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 9 Jan 2022 10:36:00 -0800

With shades of chaos on the bridge as Star Trek: Picard paused filming this week, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt break down the Picard situation, talk about the latest Discovery news, and reflect on the multiple Star Trek actors who guested in this week's Prodigy.

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407 "...But to Connect"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 2 Jan 2022 12:10:00 -0800

As the Federation hosts an assembly to determine what to about the DMA, Dr. Kovich arrives aboard Discovery to evaluate Zora. Matt and Pete get together for episode 407, “…But to Connect.”

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406 "Stormy Weather"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 26 Dec 2021 15:38:00 -0800

Discovery investigates the subspace rift left behind by the DMA. Gray forms a unique bind with Zora as they contend with a void. Matt and Pete brace for episode 406, “Stormy Weather.”

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405 "The Examples"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 11:45:00 -0800

Discovery mounts a rescue mission to save colonists from the DMA. Burnham and Book evacuate the prisoners left behind. A mad scientist pushes Stamets’ theories. Matt and Pete go to prison for episode 405, “The Examples.”

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404 "All is Possible"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 12 Dec 2021 12:04:00 -0800

Lt. Tilly’s routine planetary survey mission with a trio of Starfleet Academy cadets and Adira in tow does not exactly go as planned. Burnham and Sura do diplomatic duty in the important Federation-Ni’Var negotiations. Matt and Pete recognize episode 404, “All is Possible.”

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403 "Choose to Live"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 5 Dec 2021 11:16:00 -0800

A Qowat Milat nun is stealing dilithium that Burnham and her mother must stop. Stamets and Book go to Ni’Var. Tilly looks to try new things. Gray risks everything. Matt and Pete delegate episode 403, “Choose to Live.”

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402 "Anomaly"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 28 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0800

With the still-unknown nature of the astrological threat, Discovery is dispatched to gather data. The crew looks to buoy one another in the face on universe-changing ramifications. Matt and Pete unravel episode 402, “Anomaly.”

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401 "Kobayashi Maru"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 21 Nov 2021 10:29:00 -0800

Discovery has settled into the 32nd Century. But a mysterious threat sends Capt. Burnham and crew to Deep Space Beta-Six. Matt and Pete evaluate the gravity of episode 401, “Kobayashi Maru.”

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Previewing Star Trek Discovery: Season FOUR

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 6 Nov 2021 09:21:00 -0700

Modern Star Trek's flagship returns on November 18th, and PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt are ready to chart a course. Our weekly Discovery podcast returns Sunday, November 11th!

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Beaming down to the Star Trek: Prodigy Premiere

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Fri, 29 Oct 2021 19:52:00 -0700

Welcome back to the Delta Quadrant! PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt voyage to Star Trek: Prodigy's premiere and prognosticate a road ahead for the newest offering from Paramount+ and Nickelodeon.

Star Trek at New York Comic Con 2021

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 11 Oct 2021 18:33:00 -0700

With Star Trek back at New York Comic Con, Pete and Matt discuss the panels about Discovery and Prodigy--with some late-breaking Strange New Worlds news to top things off!

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Star Trek Day 2021

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 9 Sep 2021 19:32:00 -0700

On the 55th anniversary of Star Trek, shows modern and old were celebrated--but what's on the horizon? We talk the Star Trek Day reveals for Prodigy, Discovery, Picard, Strange New Worlds, and beyond.

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Star Trek at SDCC 2021

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 25 Jul 2021 19:13:00 -0700

Star Trek's animated arm flexed at SDCC (@Home) 2021, with Lower Decks and Prodigy taking the digital stage. Pete and Matt get drawn into the discussion!

Reminder to our Lower Decks listeners: we've spun off Lower Decks to its own feed!

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Emmy Nominations 20201

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 11:45:00 -0700

How'd the shows in our podcast purview do for Emmy nominations this year? We talk up Star Trek Universe, WandaVision, Falcon and the Winter Soldier, the Mandalorian, and more!

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Ranking the Worst of Star Trek

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 30 May 2021 08:03:00 -0700

There's a lot to love about Star Trek, but PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt delve into the worst of every Star Trek show.

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First Contact Day 2021

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 5 Apr 2021 16:20:00 -0700

With the stars aligning for the inaugural First Contact Day event, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt talk about all the latest Star Trek news, covering Picard, Discovery, Lower Decks, Prodigy, and more.

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Star Trek's Bright Future

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0700

With four Star Trek shows in active production, it's never been a better time to be a Trek fan! PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt look and what's in store with Strange New Worlds, Lower Decks, Discovery, Picard, Prodigy, and more.

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Looking Back at Season 3

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 16 Jan 2021 11:17:00 -0800

Season 3 of Star Trek: Discovery might be in the books, but that means it's time to take one more look back. What will stick with us as we await more Star Trek? Pete and Matt set a course to fly.

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313 "That Hope Is You, Part 2"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 9 Jan 2021 10:24:00 -0800

As time ticks away for Saru, Culber and Adira on Su’Kal’s ship, Burnham and crew try to take back Discovery from Osyraa and the Emerald Chain. Matt and Pete admire the season 3 finale, episode 313, “That Hope is You, Part II.”

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312 "There Is A Tide..."

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 2 Jan 2021 12:07:00 -0800

It’s “Die Hard” on the Discovery! As Osyraa ratchets up her gambit against the Federation, Burnham attempts to free her colleagues with some unanticipated allies. Matt and Pete ride episode 312, “There is a Tide…”

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311 "Su'Kal"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 26 Dec 2020 09:32:00 -0800

Discovery has found the source of the Burn, but so has Osyraa. An unorthodox away mission for a fragile survivor raises the stakes all around. Matt and Pete anticipate input for episode 311, “Su’Kal.”

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310 "Terra Firma, Part 2"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 19 Dec 2020 09:39:00 -0800

It’s a Wonderful Mirror Universe as Georgiou looks to rehabilitate her wayward Burnham. Back in reality, an unanticipated assist gets Adira and Stamets into the crashed Kelpien ship’s systems. Matt and Pete spin off an emperor with episode 310, “Terra Firma, Part II.”

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309 "Terra Firma, Part 1"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 12 Dec 2020 08:42:00 -0800

As Georgiou's condition continues to deteriorate, Discovery’s computer directs them to a potential cure on the planet of Dannus Five. The mysterious signal emanating from the Verubin Nebula leads to more questions and a connection. Matt and Pete find solid footing on episode 309, “Terra Firma, Part I.”

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308 "The Sanctuary"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 5 Dec 2020 09:23:00 -0800

Book’s homeworld is in trouble with Emerald Chain and Discovery jumps in with orders to observe. Stamets and Adira work to decrypt a distress signal from the source of the Burn. And Ryn the Andorian has a secret to share. Matt and Pete make their way to episode 308, “The Sanctuary.”

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307 "Unification III"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 28 Nov 2020 12:17:00 -0800

With Burnham at a crossroads, Discovery travels to the familiar-yet-different world of Ni’Var for more evidence about the Burn. While they prepare for one mother of a scientific inquiry, Saru taps an acting first officer. Matt and Pete can handle the absolute candor of episode 307, “Unification III.”

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306 "Scavengers"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 21 Nov 2020 10:01:00 -0800

As a refit Discovery stands by for Starfleet rapid threat response, Burnham does what she does best and goes rogue with Georgiou. Stamets and Adira find they have more in common than most people. Matt and Pete uncover episode 306, “Scavengers.”

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305 "Die Trying"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 10:20:00 -0800

Discovery reunites with the rest of Starfleet at Federation headquarters and lobbies to be kept together to prove their worth. Georgiou is sized up. Nahn provides vital insight for a mission. Matt and Pete attempt to do justice to episode 305, “Die Trying.”

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304 "Forget Me Not"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 7 Nov 2020 11:16:00 -0800

Adira needs the assistance of the Trill to access the memories of the Tal symbiont, but the peaceful joined species has run into problems of its own. Dr. Culber cares for the crew. Stamets is tasked with finding a propulsion system interface less dependent on himself. Matt and Pete have deep memories of episode 304, “Forget Me Not.”

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303 "People Of Earth"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 31 Oct 2020 11:40:00 -0700

A changed Burnham reunites with the crew of the U.S.S. Discovery, but who should take command? And now that they can use the spore drive to jump to Earth, what will it look like? Matt and Pete revisit episode 303, “People of Earth.”

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302 "Far From Home"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 24 Oct 2020 10:51:00 -0700

Discovery arrives in the future and crash lands on the Colony. Ship and crew have their bells wrung, but no one more than Detmer. Can they re-establish comms and sensors to escape the parasitic ice? Matt & Pete venture into episode 302, “Far From Home.”

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301 "That Hope Is You, Part 1"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 17 Oct 2020 10:12:00 -0700

The future is now. Starfleet’s Michael Burnham finds herself in the year 3188 cut off from everything and everyone she’s ever known. A less-than-open Book is her guide to the murky state of the universe. Matt and Pete put their faith in episode 301, “That Hope is You, Part I.”

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Season 3 Preview

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Wed, 14 Oct 2020 18:32:00 -0700

It's countdown to the future! PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt take one more look ahead at what Star Trek: Discovery season three may be.

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Lower Decks: Season 1 Wrap

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 17:40:00 -0700

With Stardate 57999.0 fast approaching, we're back for one last look at Star Trek: Lower Decks season one. Sprinkled in like stardust is talk about Star Trek: Discovery and the Trek the Vote campaign.

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Lower Decks: 110 "No Small Parts"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 10 Oct 2020 10:04:00 -0700

Mariner’s secret is out! Tendi comes full circle as a mentor for a new crew mate. The Cerritos is summoned to assist the hapless Captain Dayton and crew again with shocking and unexpected results in the season 1 finale. Matt and Pete inspect episode 110, “No Small Parts.”

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Star Trek Universe at New York Comic Con 2020

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 8 Oct 2020 17:51:00 -0700

We're off to New York Comic Con... virtually... and it's time to reflect on the Star Trek Universe and the panels on Lower Decks and Discovery.

We also talk about our support for the #TrekTheVote effort.

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Lower Decks: 109 "Crisis Point"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 3 Oct 2020 06:03:00 -0700

It’s a movie on the holodeck! A plus-sized Lower Decks lovingly sends up all the tropes of the film franchise masking a therapeutic A-plot. Matt and Pete brave episode 109, “Crisis Point.”

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Lower Decks: 108 "Veritas"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 26 Sep 2020 06:28:00 -0700

When the Lower Deckers are put on the spot as witnesses to the bridge crew’s deeds, we get an unorthodox look at just who knows what on a Federation starship. Matt and Pete enter into the record episode 108, “Veritas.”

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Lower Decks: 107 "Much Ado About Boimler"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 19 Sep 2020 08:56:00 -0700

Mariner’s academy pal Anima assumes command of the Cerritos when the captain is called away on a secret mission. Boimler and Tendi take a trip to “The Farm.” Matt and Pete babysit episode 107, “Much Ado About Boimler.”

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Lower Decks: 106 "Terminal Provocations"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 12 Sep 2020 08:28:00 -0700

As the Cerritos tussles with Drookmani scavengers over ancient Starfleet salvage, Mariner and Boimler must help fellow crewmate Fletcher solve a mystery or suffer career-ending consequences. Rutherford unveils everybody’s new favorite holodeck character. Matt and Pete Chu-choose episode 106, “Terminal Provocations.”

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Star Trek Day 2020

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Tue, 8 Sep 2020 18:24:00 -0700

On Star Trek's anniversary, a galaxy of stars met online to reflect on the mighty franchise. PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt beam up the highlights!

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Lower Decks: 105 "Cupid's Errant Arrow"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 6 Sep 2020 10:15:00 -0700

The Cerritos supports the superior U.S.S. Vancouver on a mission to implode a wayward moon, leaving time for Boimler to catch up with his girlfriend. But Mariner has her suspicions about the seemingly-perfect Lt. Barbara Brinson. Matt and Pete follow episode 105, “Cupid’s Errant Arrow.”

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Lower Decks: 104 "Moist Vessel"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 30 Aug 2020 10:49:00 -0700

As the Cerritos and her sister ship tow an ancient generational vessel, Mariner gets promoted, much to her chagrin. Tendi anticipates witnessing another crewman’s ascension. Matt and Pete soak in episode 104, “Moist Vessel.”

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Lower Decks: 103 "Temporal Edict"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 09:46:00 -0700

After the Cerritos is diverted from a diplomatic assignment, Capt. Freeman sets her sights on rehabilitating her ship’s reputation. Miscommunication with a crystal-cherishing species leads to mayhem. Matt and Pete lay down episode 103, “Temporal Edict.”

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Lower Decks: 102

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 16 Aug 2020 09:35:00 -0700

Boimler lands a big ambassadorial assignment that Mariner just has to tag along for to cause trouble. Rutherford eyes a transfer to another division to make time for Tendi. Matt and Pete welcome episode 102, “Envoys.”

We mention the Lower Decks panel at Metaverse.

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Lower Decks: 101 "Second Contact"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 9 Aug 2020 08:34:00 -0700

The crew of the U.S.S. Cerritos is composed of the best and brightest of Starfleet, but this show isn’t about them. The lovable Lower Decks’ long shots are where it’s at! Matt and Pete share their first impressions of episode 101, “Second Contact.”

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Picard's Emmy nominations, Discovery's release date, and a final Lower Decks preview

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 30 Jul 2020 15:44:00 -0700

The day after SDCC... more Star Trek news! Then the day after that... even more! We're talking about the Star Trek Universe fared with Emmy nominations, Discovery's long-awaited release date, and taking on more anticipatory look at Lower Decks.

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Star Trek Universe at SDCC@Home 2020

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 26 Jul 2020 20:17:00 -0700

It's a different kind of San Diego Comic Con, and a different kind of Star Trek panel. PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt tour the presentation to find all the gold pressed latinum.

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Lower Decks trailer... and Star Trek Universe at SDCC@Home

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 12 Jul 2020 12:41:00 -0700

With Lower Decks dropping a trailer today, and Star Trek's course set for SDCC@Home, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt talk about the latest info for Lower Decks, Discovery, Picard, and even ponder announcements for Strange New Worlds and Section 31.

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What's in the future of the Star Trek Universe?

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Tue, 16 Jun 2020 12:53:00 -0700

The world feels a little frozen in time, but what's ahead for Star Trek? Pete and Matt talk Discovery season 3, Lower Decks, Picard season 2... and prognosticate about the Section 31 show and Strange New Worlds.

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Strange New Worlds announced!

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 17 May 2020 19:45:00 -0700

What's that off the port bow? Another Star Trek series--this one with Pike, Number One and Spock!

PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt chart the course ahead for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.

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Short Trek 206: "Children of Mars"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 11 Jan 2020 06:57:00 -0800

Kima and Lil are at odds. But a galaxy-altering attack will get them to question their conflict. Matt and Pete enroll in Short Treks episode, “Children of Mars.”

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Short Treks 204 "Ephraim and Dot" and 205 "The Girl Who Made the Stars"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 14 Dec 2019 13:30:00 -0800

A tardigrade and a robot share a timely adventure before Michael Burnham learns about the beginning of Time. Matt and Pete are drawn to a pair of animated Short Treks episodes: “Ephraim and Dot” & “The Girl Who Made the Stars.”

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Short Trek 203: "Ask Not"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 14 Nov 2019 17:19:00 -0800

Cadet Sidhu of Starbase 28 comes across Captain Pike in a tension-filled situation. Will they get out in one piece? Matt and Pete clarify Short Treks episode: “Ask Not.”

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Short Trek 202: "The Trouble With Edward"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 19:09:00 -0700

Enterprise loses a crewman but gains a colleague when Lynne Lucero is chosen to captain the U.S.S. Cabot. But a bumbling know-it-all doesn’t think she’s cut out for the job. Matt and Pete diagnose Short Treks: “The Trouble with Edward.”

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Short Trek 201: "Q & A"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Tue, 8 Oct 2019 13:55:00 -0700

It’s Spock’s first day on the U.S.S. Enterprise, but the turbo lift doesn’t seem to want to cooperate. Will a query-filled conversation with No. 1 pass the time? Matt and Pete respond to Short Treks: “Q & A.”

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Star Trek: Discovery at NYCC 2019

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 7 Oct 2019 19:51:00 -0700

With the largest crowd in four years of Discovery appearances in New York, we had our best seats yet to see Alex Kurtzman, Heather Kadin, and the stars of Star Trek: Discovery talk about the upcoming adventures--in the far-off future--for the good ship Disco.

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Reviewing "The Enterprise War"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 26 Sep 2019 18:02:00 -0700

With the Enterprise trapped in a deadly nebula, war raging around it, will Captain Pike oversee the final mission of the Starship Enterprise? Perhaps not, but PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt talk about the novel that explains the trials and tribulations of the USS Enterprise during--and away from--the Klingon War.

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Series News Update

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 9 Sep 2019 15:04:00 -0700

With Star Trek: Discovery having more drama in the writing room, and with Alex Kurtzman's upbeat Trek anniversary missive, we check in with the latest information about the show.

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STLV 2019

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 8 Aug 2019 05:53:00 -0700

Stardate 2019: As Star Trek fans beam down to Las Vegas, what news has come out of this gold pressed latinum event? Pete and Matt give a full sensor sweep to Star Trek Las Vegas 2019.

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The Star Trek Universe at SDCC 2019

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 21 Jul 2019 08:37:00 -0700

It was a whirlwind of presentations at San Diego Comic Con, where the newly named Star Trek Universe presented updates on Discovery, Lower Decks, and Picard. What was learned from Kurtzman and company? What was previewed for the 23rd, 24th, 25th, and 33rd Centuries? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt warp in for news an analysis.

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Meeting George Takei, and news on Discovery, Picard, and Short Treks

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Fri, 28 Jun 2019 13:23:00 -0700

To the stars! PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt recount seeing George Takei's one man show (and meeting him afterwards), then talk about the latest news for Star Trek: Picard, an Enterprise-based Short Trek, and how it all impacts Discovery.

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Looking Back at Season 2

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Fri, 3 May 2019 16:32:00 -0700

As we bring Discovery's second season into spacedock, we take a look back at the best parts of the season, wonder what could have been improved, and hear from a bunch of listeners.

We also reference Michelle Paradise talking to TrekMovie; we also talk about our Picard series podcast, now available on iTunes!

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214 "Such Sweet Sorrow, Part 2"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 20 Apr 2019 08:15:00 -0700

The future’s not set, all that remains is to send the final two Red Angel signals. But there’s an epic battle still to unfold. And sacrifices to be made, both big and small. Matt and Pete embrace the season 2 finale, episode 214, “Such Sweet Sorrow, Part 2.”

We reference Alex Kurtzman's interview with the Hollywood Reporter, found here.

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213 "Such Sweet Sorrow"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 13 Apr 2019 10:19:00 -0700

Time is running out and the Enterprise has come to Discovery’s aid. Both ships enlist the help of a strategic planet’s monarch to work around the threat to all sentient life, but sacrifice is always part of the plan. Matt and Pete console you about episode 213, “Such Sweet Sorrow.”

We reference TrekMovie's article on the Enterprise bridge, found here.

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212 "Through the Valley of Shadows"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 6 Apr 2019 08:09:00 -0700

The fourth mysterious signal appears above the weighty world of Boreth and Discovery investigates. Elsewhere, Burnham and Spock go on a mission to track down a strangely-behaving Section 31 ship. Matt and Pete guide you through episode 212, “Through the Valley of Shadows.”

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211 "Perpetual Infinity"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 30 Mar 2019 07:25:00 -0700

Eight hundred forty-one mission logs detail the complicated history of the Red Angel. Control looks to get its hands on the AI from the Sphere against a tug-of-war with Time. Matt and Pete launch into episode 211, “Perpetual Infinity.”

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Discovery at PaleyFest 2019

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 24 Mar 2019 17:10:00 -0700

With only four episodes of the season left, the Discovery cast and crew came to the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California to talk about the series. How could Pete and Matt miss out on that?

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210 "The Red Angel"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 23 Mar 2019 09:27:00 -0700

A farewell and a hello. The heartfelt goodbye to a character taken too soon sets up the unexpected identity of a time-traveling do-gooder. Starfleet and Section 31 join forces to build a better mousetrap. Matt and Pete reveal episode 210, “The Red Angel.”

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209 "Project Daedalus"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 16 Mar 2019 14:40:00 -0700

Suspect: Section 31. Admiral Cornwell boards Discovery to lead an assault on Starfleet’s super-secret rogue branch, but everything is not as it seems. A background member of the crew steps forward in this highly-emotional episode. Matt and Pete hang with episode 209, “Project Daedalus.”

We covered the latest casting news on the Picard series.

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208 "If Memory Serves"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 9 Mar 2019 07:35:00 -0800

Destination: Talos IV! “Discovery” reaches all the way back into “Star Trek” lore for a mind-bending touchstone that deepens the Red Angel mystery. Culber continues to try to adjust while Tyler becomes further subject to scrutiny. Matt and Pete share their thoughts on episode 208, “If Memory Serves.”

We referenced the casting of two actors in the Picard series.

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207 “Light and Shadows”

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 2 Mar 2019 07:25:00 -0800

Burnham requests leave to go to Vulcan and track down Spock while Discovery hangs out around Kaminar investigating the Red Angel’s residual signal. Pike and Tyler get swept up in a temporal argument. The numbers are ba… backwards and we have to go back! Matt and Pete have a rollicking good time with episode 207, “Light and Shadows.”

We reference the Picard pilot's director, Hanelle Culpepper, here; and as well as an article about Jonathan Frakes directing an episode of the series as well.

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206 "The Sound of Thunder"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 23 Feb 2019 10:39:00 -0800

The third mysterious Red Angel signal brings the Discovery to Saru’s home world of Kaminar, where the truth about the relationship between the Kelpiens and the secretive Baul is revealed. Matt and Pete keep an ear out for episode 206, “The Sound of Thunder.”

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205 "Saints of Imperfection"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 16 Feb 2019 06:10:00 -0800

In the middle of the search for Spock there’s a side quest for Tilly. Section 31 gets all up in Discovery’s Starfleet business with the mycelial plane. Matt and Pete genuflect for episode 205, “Saints of Imperfection.”

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204 "An Obol For Charon"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 9 Feb 2019 08:37:00 -0800

An old friend passes Capt. Pike information critical to finding Spock before an ancient sphere menaces Discovery. Saru gets more than he bargained for. Tilly and Stamets learn more about May. Matt and Pete don’t pay the ferryman for episode 204, “An Obol for Charon.”

We discuss a great article on the Mary Sue about captains' quarters over the years.

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203 "Point of Light"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 2 Feb 2019 15:31:00 -0800

A mysterious visitor illuminates Burnham’s investigation of the seven red signals. Tilly’s new old friend is confronted. All this while hair-raising Klingon intrigue unfolds. Matt and Pete are drawn to episode 203, “Point of Light.”

We updated theories on the number of decks on Discovery, based on this Reddit post. We also hit the highlights of Alex Kurtzman speaking at the TCA press tour; all the details were covered by Deadline.

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202 "New Eden"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 26 Jan 2019 14:21:00 -0800

A second mysterious signal has revealed itself and Discovery treks to a far-flung community. Meanwhile, Tilly’s dissection of an asteroid leads her to make a new, old friend. Matt and Pete visit episode 202, “New Eden.”

We reference Deadline's interview with Jonathan Frakes.

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201 "Brother"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 19 Jan 2019 07:45:00 -0800

Capt. Christopher Pike takes command of the U.S.S. Discovery slingshotting the season 2 premiere into the mystery of seven red bursts spread throughout the galaxy. But the intimate mystery behind Burnham and the Enterprise’s science officer lingers. Matt and Pete bond with episode 201, “Brother.”

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Short Trek 4: "The Escape Artist"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 3 Jan 2019 20:12:00 -0800

It ain’t easy being Mudd! Our favorite intergalactic scallywag is embroiled in a snare so sinister it would even make a Betazoid blush. Matt and Pete can’t shake loose from the fourth and final Short Trek, “The Escape Artist.”

Short Trek 3: "The Brightest Star"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Fri, 7 Dec 2018 16:44:00 -0800

Young Saru yearns for a life for he and his sister free of fear as a prey species, so the Kelpien wunderkind looks to the cosmos for answers. Matt and Pete bask in the warmth of Short Trek #3, “The Brightest Star.”

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Theories and Deep Dives

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 25 Nov 2018 15:27:00 -0800

Time once again to talk Discovery--and where things could be headed for season two. We reference the video "Captains of the Enterprise," part one of which can be watched here.

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Short Trek 2: "Calypso"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 8 Nov 2018 20:14:00 -0800

It’s lonely out there in space. One thousand years after Discovery, a man gets to know a beautiful, helpful stranger. Matt and Pete go on an odyssey with Short Trek #2, “Calypso.”

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Discovery at New York Comic Con 2018

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 11 Oct 2018 18:03:00 -0700

A galaxy of stars aligned at Madison Square Garden where the cast and producers of Star Trek: Discovery came to talk about season two.

Our podcast opens mentioning UnitedForPuertoRico.com--a non-profit recommended by actor Wilson Cruz, and definitely worth a visit.

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Short Trek 1: "Runaway"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 4 Oct 2018 19:51:00 -0700

It’s shift change on the U.S.S. Discovery, but there’s a mysterious stowaway in Cargo Bay 3! Meanwhile, Ensign Sylvia Tilly just wants her mother to support her decision to enter the stressful Command Training Program. Matt and Pete run down Short Trek #1, “Runaway.”

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The Space Between

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 17 Sep 2018 16:17:00 -0700

As Star Trek: Discovery expands into new territory with Short Treks, Pete and Matt ponder other ways the show might connect with fandom. Also discussed: the trials and tribulations at CBS and the possible impact on CBS All Access and Discovery.

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The Search For Spock: He's Found!

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 16:59:00 -0700

Discovery has found its Spock, and he is actor Ethan Peck! Pete and Matt break down the actor's casting and the character's impact on the larger season.

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STLV: Star Trek Las Vegas 2018

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 5 Aug 2018 17:52:00 -0700

As the Star Trek fandom is leaving Las Vegas, Pete and Matt look back at the annual Trekkening, from its Picard news to the latest on Star Trek: Discovery, and more.

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Discovery at San Diego Comic Con 2018

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 21 Jul 2018 18:01:00 -0700

Short Treks! Original Number One! More Culber! The trailer! As Star Trek: Discovery lands at San Diego Comic Con, join Pete and Matt in a deep sensor sweep of the show's SDCC panel.

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Stand Down Red Alert for Season 2

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 30 Jun 2018 15:48:00 -0700

With Star Trek: Discovery continuing to stabilize after leadership changes, Pete and Matt talk the possibility of more Star Trek, secret whispers(!), staff additions and promotions, and awards wracked up by our dear Disco.

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Chaos on the Season 2 Bridge

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Tue, 19 Jun 2018 12:58:00 -0700

With showrunner changes--again--and behind-the-scenes changes galore, is Star Trek: Discovery doomed... again? Of course not! Pete and Matt break down all the switches as production for season two continues.

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Looking Back at Season 1

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 18:02:00 -0800

With season one of Star Trek: Discovery in the books, Pete and Matt look back at the season as a whole. We revisit the many highlights, a few bumps in the road, favorite characters, and look to the road ahead.

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115 "Will You Take My Hand?"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 12 Feb 2018 16:26:00 -0800

With the Federation on the brink of extinction, and the Klingon homeworld on the precipice of destruction, will our heroes keep their ideas as they take us to the stars? Pete and Matt analyze the season one finale, episode 115, "Will You Take My Hand?"

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114 "The War Without, the War Within"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 5 Feb 2018 14:12:00 -0800

With Discovery returning to its native universe, it's time to deal with what happened during its nine-month absence. Matt and Pete get all up in the season 1 penultimate episode 114, "The War Without, the War Within."

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113 "What's Past is Prologue"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 28 Jan 2018 20:02:00 -0800

Lorca has returned to where he belongs, but Burnham and the Discovery have to foil the power source of the Charon which poses a threat to the entire multiverse. Matt and Pete rewind the season 1 antepenultimate episode 113, "What's Past is Prologue."

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112 "Vaulting Ambition"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 21 Jan 2018 20:30:00 -0800

Burnham comes face to face with a ghost as Tyler attempts to exorcise his demon. And how many Stametses does it take to find your way out of a mycellial network? Matt and Pete take aim at episode 112, "Vaulting Ambition."

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111 "The Wolf Inside"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 14 Jan 2018 21:02:00 -0800

As Burnham attempts to settle in to the Mirror Shenzhou, the unsettling truth about another bubbles to the surface. Matt and Pete inspect episode 111, "The Wolf Inside."

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110 "Despite Yourself"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 7 Jan 2018 20:34:00 -0800

The crew of the U.S.S. Discovery finds itself in dangerous waters as does a vital member of her crew. Matt and Pete reflect upon episode 110, "Despite Yourself."

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Chapter Two Preview

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 1 Jan 2018 09:59:00 -0800

Star Trek: Discovery returns next weekend, so Pete and Matt preview where the good Disco crew may be headed in Chapter Two of the first season.

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109 "Into the Forest I Go"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 15:15:00 -0800

As the Discovery prepares to face down the Klingon Ship of the Dead and defend Pahvo, her crew concocts a desperate plan to potentially end the war. But not all is what it seems when held up to a mirror. Pete and Matt reflect upon the Star Trek: Discovery Chapter 1 finale, episode 109 “Into the Forest I Go.”

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108 "Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 6 Nov 2017 14:13:00 -0800

While the Klingons use their cloaking technology to wrest the upper hand in the war, Discovery’s away team plans a partnership on Pahvo. Pete and Matt interpret episode 108 “Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum.”

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107 "Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:01:00 -0700

It’s time to blow off some steam aboard the Discovery, but the return of Harcourt Fenton Mudd gets in the way of the festivities. Matt and Pete take a gander at the gormagander that is episode 107 “Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad.”

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106 "Lethe"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 23 Oct 2017 14:08:00 -0700

Tables are turned as Sarek calls out to Burnham for help. Lt. Tyler settles into Discovery while Lorca may be a lothario. Pete and Matt won’t soon forget Star Trek: Discovery episode 106 “Lethe.”

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105: "Choose Your Pain"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 15 Oct 2017 20:24:00 -0700

The Tardigrade's in pain, but the Klingons won't relent. Lorca gets pulled behind enemy lines and into a world of... Mudd! And just who IS Lt. Ash Tyler anyway? Pete and Matt embrace Star Trek: Discovery episode 105, "Choose Your Pain."

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Discovery at New York Comic Con 2017

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 12 Oct 2017 14:36:00 -0700

The stars aligned for the massive Star Trek: Discovery panel in the Theater at Madison Square Garden... and Phantastic Geek was there!

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104: "The Butcher's Knife Cares Not for the Lamb's Cry"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 8 Oct 2017 20:49:00 -0700

You'll believe that a spore drive can fly, but is the beastie actually a beauty? Pete and Matt jump into episode 104, "The Butcher's Knife Cares Not for the Lamb's Cry."

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103 "Context Is for Kings"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 1 Oct 2017 20:42:00 -0700

The Discovery arrives, but how will everyone look at mutineer Michael Burnham? Pete and Matt analyze every spore for episode 103, "Context Is for Kings."

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102 "Battle at the Binary Stars"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 25 Sep 2017 16:28:00 -0700

With the showdown between Starfleet and the Klingons about to boil over, will a hero emerge? Pete and Matt analyze this shocking episode, "Battle at the Binary Stars."

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101 "The Vulcan Hello"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 21:05:00 -0700

The wait is over, and Star Trek: Discovery has arrived! PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt break down the pilot episode, share theories about Burnham's past, and hear from listeners.

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Season 1 Preview

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Fri, 22 Sep 2017 15:11:00 -0700

With mere days until Star Trek: Discovery hits televisions worldwide, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt look ahead to new Star Trek!

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Discovery's Theme and Update: September 2017

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 14 Sep 2017 18:57:00 -0700

In our penultimate preview episode, we talk Star Trek: Discovery's recently-revealed theme, details surrounding its press screening, and the road ahead.

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Discovery in Entertainment Weekly, August 2017

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 30 Jul 2017 17:02:00 -0700

On the continuing adventures of Star Trek: Discovery's countdown, Pete and Matt look at the bevy of jewels contained in Entertainment Weekly for August 4th, 2017, as well as the corresponding video the EW website. Also discussed: who is #TeamTilly and who is #TeamSaru!

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July 2017: Discovery at San Diego Comic Con

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 23 Jul 2017 16:35:00 -0700

On the heels of Star Trek: Discovery's successful bow at SDCC, Pete and Matt discuss the panel's best and the newest series trailer.

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June 2017 Crew & Uniform Update

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Fri, 23 Jun 2017 12:17:00 -0700

As Star Trek: Discovery continues its information rollout, Pete and Matt discuss Michael Burnham's past, float a Captain Lorca theory, and analyze the uniforms from literal top to bottom.

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First Trailer Revealed!

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 18 May 2017 13:47:00 -0700

As Star Trek takes its next journey, we have gotten our first look at Star Trek: Discovery. Beam on up as Pete and Matt analyze and theorize over this first footage of the next Star Trek adventure!

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May 2017 Filming Update

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 7 May 2017 16:01:00 -0700

Attention on deck! With a number of episodes in the can, Pete and Matt talk series news for Star Trek: Discovery.

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Discovery Filming Update

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Mon, 13 Feb 2017 18:23:00 -0800

With Star Trek: Discovery now having filmed for two weeks, Pete and Matt talk the status of Trek!

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Star Trek: Discovery -- January 2017 Casting Update & News

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 19:25:00 -0800

With Discovery's cast filling out and filming starting this week, Pete and Matt discuss the latest news of the series.

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Essentials: TOS: "Arena"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Wed, 23 Nov 2016 16:52:00 -0800

It's the showdown of the century: Kirk v Gorn! Using a double-fisted punch, Pete and Matt provide a commentary track for this classic Star Trek treat!

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Star Trek: Discovery Series Update

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 16:00:00 -0700

Star Trek: Discovery has two new showrunners--but though some fans are calling for a red alert, we're here to talk about the ship resuming normal operations. Pete and Matt beam on down to give you the series update!

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Star Trek: Discovery at Star Trek: Mission New York

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 8 Sep 2016 13:29:00 -0700

On the 50th Anniversary of Star Trek, we look ahead to Star Trek: Discovery by looking back at the show's panel at Star Trek: Mission New York!

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Star Trek: Mission New York, a ReedPOP Convention

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 8 Sep 2016 12:00:00 -0700

Ahead of Star Trek's 50th Anniversary, Pete and Matt stopped by the first New York Star Trek convention in a great long while! After all, such a visit would be only logical.

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Essentials: TOS: "The City on the Edge of Forever"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Tue, 30 Aug 2016 18:38:00 -0700

We end our summertime Star Trek Essentials run with the biggest essential of all! Join Pete and Matt as they see how Star Trek speaks to yesterday, today, and tomorrow in the original series episode "The City on the Edge of Forever."

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Previewing Star Trek: Discovery

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Thu, 25 Aug 2016 18:08:00 -0700

With five months to go before Star Trek: Discovery launches on CBS All Access in the US and Netflix around the globe, join PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt as their green blood boils in anticipation of Star Trek's return to television!

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Essentials: TAS: "The Slaver Weapon"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 14:04:00 -0700

Strap on your life support belts, because animated Star Trek is back! Pete and Matt dig into the out-there episode "The Slaver Weapon."

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Essentials: DS9: "The Visitor"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 20:00:00 -0700

At the end of a long life, old Jake Sisko finds himself looking back, lost. But will he get a chance to go back? Join Pete and Matt as they explore this lovely Deep Space Nine story of regret and living life.

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Essentials: TOS: "The Trouble with Tribbles"

PhantasticGeek@gmail.com (Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar) — Tue, 9 Aug 2016 11:27:00 -0700

More tribbles, more trouble, more Phantastic Geek! Join Pete and Matt as they look back to the originator of it all, Star Trek's "The Trouble With Tribbles."

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