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Give Me Genesis - A Star Trek Podcast

Give Me Genesis

Hey folks! James here, your fellow die-hard Trekkie. Just wanted to drop by and say how thrilled I am to be co-hosting this podcast with my friend, Andrew. Star Trek has been a huge part of my life since I was a kid, and having the chance to dive deep into its universe with all of you listeners out there is an absolute dream come true. From the iconic characters to the thought-provoking themes, there"s just so much to explore and discuss within the Star Trek franchise. Our journey started with Star

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00:42:34

TNG S2 E08: The One Where Riker's on a Klingon Ship

Give Me Genesis - A Star Trek Podcast ·

2025/03/24

James and Andrew dive into Star Trek: The Next Generation’s "A Matter of Honor", a standout episode for Commander Riker. The duo discusses how this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into Klingon culture, despite Picard’s surprising admission that Starfleet still knows so little about them. It’s a great "fish out of water" story, but Riker thrives, proving he can hold his own among the Klingons. Meanwhile, Mendon’s subplot adds another cultural contrast with the Benzites, though his hesitation

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00:34:37

TNG S2 E07: The One Where Pulaski Gets Old

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2025/03/17

James and Andrew beam in to discuss Star Trek: The Next Generation’s Season 2 episode Unnatural Selection. This one gives us the first official naming of Chief O’Brien (finally!), but that’s about as exciting as it gets. The guys dive into Dr. Pulaski’s questionable medical decision-making, ponder why one of her staff seems slightly odd, and debate whether the transporter should just be the ultimate cure-all. Despite some interesting sci-fi ideas, does this episode hold up? Spoiler alert: not

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00:44:12

TNG S2 E06: The One Where Data Gets a Split Personality

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2025/03/10

James and Andrew dive into The Schizoid Man, an episode that gives Brent Spiner a chance to shine with a fresh personality twist for Data. While the story itself doesn’t go too deep, the duo agrees that the crew’s reactions to Data’s sudden change make for an entertaining watch. Tune in as they break down the highlights, share their thoughts on Spiner’s performance, and discuss whether the episode holds up as a fun instalment of The Next Generation.

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00:50:39

TNG S2 E05: The One with the Silent Negotiator

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2025/03/03

In this episode of Give Me Genesis with James & Andrew, the duo dives into Star Trek: The Next Generation’s Loud as a Whisper. They’re fascinated by the concept of Riva’s chorus, praising the way the episode explores communication and adaptation. They also appreciate how Riva ultimately follows his own wisdom, transforming a disadvantage into a strength.However, not everything lands smoothly—James and Andrew feel the chemistry between Troi and Riva is lacking, making their dynamic less

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00:43:07

TNG S2 E04: The One Which is Outrageous

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2025/02/24

In this episode, James and Andrew dive into Star Trek: The Next Generation's "The Outrageous Okona." They discuss the charm and swagger of the titular guest character but ultimately find the episode lacking due to its heavy focus on Okona at the expense of the Enterprise crew. James highlights the twist at the end as a strong point, while both hosts agree that the Data and Guinan scenes stand out as the true gems of the episode. Despite a few bright spots, they conclude that this is a filler episode

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00:44:18

TNG S2 E03: The One Where Data is Sherlock Holmes

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2025/02/17

James and Andrew step into the world of Sherlock Holmes as they review Elementary, Dear Data, the second holodeck-centric episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation. While the story is a clever homage to classic detective fiction, the duo can't help but examine the glaring holodeck inconsistencies—like the computer allowing Moriarty the ability to take control of the Enterprise and items that can leave the holodeck! They discuss how this episode showcases the dangers of unchecked holodeck technology

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TNG S2 E02: The One Where There is "One Riker, One...

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2025/02/10

James and Andrew dive into Star Trek: The Next Generation’s eerie and mind-bending episode Where Silence Has Lease. This time, the Enterprise crew finds themselves trapped in a mysterious void by the enigmatic Nagilum, who sees them as nothing more than test subjects.The duo has plenty of fun at Worf’s expense—mocking his inability to defeat a basic-level opponent in his own holodeck program and his constant rejection by Picard and Riker on the bridge. Meanwhile, Andrew expresses his deep

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01:04:49

TNG S2 E01: The One Where Troi Has a Baby

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2025/02/03

James and Andrew are back for Season 2 of Star Trek: The Next Generation as they dive into the premiere episode, "The Child." Is this where TNG finally starts "growing the beard"? The duo takes a lighthearted look at the show's efforts to course-correct and evolve into the beloved series we know today.In this episode, the Enterprise crew undergoes some big changes: Geordi takes over as Chief Engineer, Worf sports a revamped forehead (and a gold uniform!), and Ten Forward makes its debut—complete

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00:26:33

Give Me Genesis - Summary of Season One (PART TWO)

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2024/12/16

This is it folks, what we have been waiting for! James and Andrew's final thoughts on Season One of Star Trek: The Next Generation. We will be back for Season 2 on February 3rd, 2025.

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00:27:59

Give Me Genesis - Summary of Season One (PART ONE)

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2024/12/09

This is it folks, what we have been waiting for! James and Andrew's final thoughts on Season One of Star Trek: The Next Generation

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00:01:29

Give Me Genesis - Star Trek: The Next Generation...

Give Me Genesis - A Star Trek Podcast ·

2024/12/06

Get ready for the event of a lifetime. This is the final summary of Season One of Star Trek: The Next Generation with your hosts James and Andrew.Part one airing 9th December 8am GMT Part two airing 16th December 8am GMT

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00:32:14

Give Me Genesis - TNG S1 E25: The Neutral Zone

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2024/12/02

James and Andrew have reached the thrilling finale of Star Trek: The Next Generation's first season! In this episode, they review “The Neutral Zone”—an episode packed with mystery, Romulan tension, and an unexpected batch of 20th-century humans thawed out of cryosleep. As the Enterprise crew grapples with these displaced characters, James and Andrew consider if the writers made a misstep with the weepy portrayal of the female survivor, Clare. Did 1980s TV stereotypes sneak in here, or is her

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00:27:48

Give Me Genesis - TNG S1 E24: Conspiracy

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2024/11/25

In this week’s episode, James and Andrew dive into Star Trek: The Next Generation episode “Conspiracy.” This iconic episode takes a darker turn than usual, and the crew faces a menacing infiltration within Starfleet itself. James notes that yet again, the season kicks off with another round of shore leave—something that’s become a bit of a theme this season. But this time, rest and relaxation are quickly set aside as Captain Picard and Commander Riker are drawn into a deadly investigation.James and

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00:26:04

Give Me Genesis - TNG S1 E23: We'll Always Have Paris

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2024/11/18

In this episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation Revisited, James and Andrew tackle “We’ll Always Have Paris,” an installment that promised a fascinating sci-fi premise but somehow veers into soap opera territory. This story could’ve offered intriguing exploration into time loops and quantum physics, but instead, it becomes entangled in Captain Picard’s unresolved romantic past with Dr. Jenice Manheim. While Picard’s vulnerability is refreshing to see, James and Andrew question whether the

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00:39:30

Give Me Genesis - TNG S1 E22: Skin of Evil

Give Me Genesis - A Star Trek Podcast ·

2024/11/11

In this episode, James and Andrew dive into the shocking Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "Skin of Evil." For the first time in Star Trek history, a main character is killed off—Tasha Yar's sudden and brutal death stuns the crew and fans alike. While James sympathizes with Yar, Andrew surprisingly feels more pity for Armus, the malevolent creature responsible for her demise. The duo debates whether Yar's death should have been more meaningful. Riker’s disturbing encounter with Armus, where

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00:19:13

Give Me Genesis - TNG S1 E21: Symbiosis

Give Me Genesis - A Star Trek Podcast ·

2024/11/04

In this episode of the podcast, James and Andrew dive into the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode "Symbiosis," where the crew of the Enterprise faces a moral quandary that tests the very foundations of the Prime Directive. They praise the show's use of mystery storytelling, which unravels layer by layer, revealing the deeper philosophical stakes that make this episode a classic. Unfortunately for Commander Riker, he ends up in the wrong place at the wrong time, suffering a shocking

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00:24:43

Give Me Genesis - TNG S1 E20: The Arsenal of Freedom

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2024/10/28

In this week’s episode, James and Andrew dive into "The Arsenal of Freedom" from Star Trek: The Next Generation. Join them as they explore the comically awkward interaction between Commander Riker and the holographic Captain Rice. Was this bizarre encounter a clue that Riker was destined for more than just being a First Officer? The hosts debate whether he made the right decision in turning down command of his own ship to become the number one on the flagship of Starfleet.They also discuss the

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00:27:25

Give Me Genesis - TNG S1 E19: Heart of Glory

Give Me Genesis - A Star Trek Podcast ·

2024/10/21

In this episode, James and Andrew dive deep into Star Trek: The Next Generation's "Heart of Glory." They break down the action-packed story where Worf confronts his Klingon heritage, and the two take a shot at recreating the iconic Klingon war cry (with questionable success). The hosts also reflect on the Klingon view of death, debating how they would treat an "empty shell". As always, they dig into the technical side of Trek, asking the big question: how do the transporters really work? Can we just

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00:27:43

Give Me Genesis - TNG S1 E18: Coming of Age

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2024/10/14

In this episode of The Next Generation Revisited, James and Andrew dive into "Coming of Age," a Wesley-centric episode that, surprisingly, isn’t all bad! Wesley faces off in a competitive Starfleet entrance exam, but the real star of the show is the fascinating B-plot where Remmick conducts a mysterious investigation into Captain Picard’s past—setting the stage for the epic Conspiracy episode later in Season 1. The hosts explore the quirky design of Mordock’s "mouth-organ" device and wonder how he

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00:21:03

Give Me Genesis - TNG S1 E17: Home Soil

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2024/10/07

In this episode, James and Andrew dive into the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode "Home Soil," which explores the fascinating discovery of a new form of life—an alien microbe that resembles a tiny speck of light. Our hosts reflect on how this episode evokes classic Star Trek themes, drawing comparisons to episodes from The Original Series where mysterious life forms take center stage. They ponder the question: what if it wasn’t the Federation who first encountered this life? How would the more

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