The Star Trek Academy Podcast

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A podcast about new Star Trek episodes in all series from a media prof and a philosophy prof, both real college faculty members. We look beyond the "Easter eggs," considering storylines, character development, themes, morals, ethics, and lessons to be learned from each new episode.

  1. 3D AGO

    Episode 177: Starfleet Academy S1x06

    "Come, Let's Away" is a dark, intense Starfleet Academy episode. Michael and Rodney find it to be well-paced with strong messages about duty. Join in the conversation!

    46 min

  2. FEB 8

    Episode 176: Starfleet Academy S1x05

    Is it a loving tribute to Deep Space 9, or (as a few claim) attacking the memory of the series. Michael and Rodney, it turns out, like the episode and take a deep dive into why.

    36 min

  3. FEB 2

    Episode 175: Starfleet Academy S1x04

    Professors Michael and Rodney unpack this strong Star Fleet Academy episode #4 about self-determination, cultural sensitivity, and "being seen." It is possible the strongest episode of the series so far.

    47 min

  4. JAN 26

    Episode 174: Starfleet Academy S1x03

    The faculty look in detail at Starfleet Academy episodes 3, in which we learn a lot more about the characters and they begin functioning as a team.

    51 min

  5. JAN 19

    Episode 173: Starfleet Academy S1x01 & 02

    The professors take a deep dive into the two episode premoere of Starfleet Academy, in a podcast that is a bit longer than usual. The story, the characters, the production design, and the ethics and lessons are all on the desk for consideration.

    58 min

  6. JAN 4

    Episode 172: Star Trek Khan

    While we wait for the next new TV Star Trek, here's our look at the complete Star Trek Khan podcast audio series, looking at the production design and story, and the ethics and lessons presented by the series.

    35 min

  7. 12/07/2025

    Episode 171: Star Trek Nemesis

    The Academy faculty members take a fresh look at this controversial final movie with the TNG cast from 2002.

    41 min

  8. 11/17/2025

    Episode 170: Star Trek Insurrection

    The Starfleet Academy faculty members take a fresh look at the 1998 movie Star Trek Insurrection, including the story, the production design, and the ethics of the characters and the philosophical perspective.

    50 min
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A podcast about new Star Trek episodes in all series from a media prof and a philosophy prof, both real college faculty members. We look beyond the "Easter eggs," considering storylines, character development, themes, morals, ethics, and lessons to be learned from each new episode.

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