On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 29th century and the adventures of a waste allocation robot on the abandoned planet Earth. From director Andrew Stanton comes the Academy Award-winning 2008 animated sci-fi masterpiece “WALL-E”. In what is surely one of the greatest films of the 21st century, we are presented with the deep themes of romance, nostalgia, and corporate greed, as well as witness the unfolding of one of the greatest love stories in cinematic history. Join us as we go boldly!
One of the things I think a lot about at Christmas is family. Most if not all of us will be born into dysfunctional families or less than ideal circumstances. Our true families are not necessarily those we are related to, but those who love us unconditionally and those who bring us true joy. So, whatever your true family looks like this holiday season, Merry Christmas to all of you.
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the world of Star Trek animation! First, we take a look at the premiere episode of the original animated series; second, a trio of Betazoid ambassadors wreaks havoc on the crew of the USS Cerritos; and third, the story of the Protostar comes full circle as our heroes attempt to fix the timeline they inadvertently ruined. Join us as we go boldly!
Believe it or not, 10 years have passed since the release of Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens! I remember very distinctly seeing the movie on opening day in my hometown of San Jose, California at 11:00 in the morning. My anticipation was off the charts, as was my irresponsible speculation as to the direction this film would be going. But now that time has passed, let me share with you my thoughts on this reignition of the Star Wars Saga.
On this week’s episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the farthest reaches of the Delta Quadrant. When the creator of the EMH, Lewis Zimmerman, falls ill, it’s up to Voyager's doctor to transmit himself to Jupiter Station in hopes of saving his creator before it's too late. Join us as we go boldly!
Yesterday was the Video Game Awards, and as they often do, announcements for new games are made as part of the proceedings. We fans were lucky enough to get not one but two Star Wars games! Join me as I discuss this news.
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the farthest reaches of the Federation at station Deep Space 9. In this Les Miserables inspired entry, Captain Sisko goes on the hunt for his former security officer Michael Eddington, who defected from the Federation and joined the rebel group the Maquis. Join us as we go boldly!
Director Shawn Levy has revealed the composer for his Star Wars film: the low-key legendary Thomas Newman! The Academy Award-nominated musician behind some of your favorite movies, Newman has brought to life such classics as The Shawshank Redemption, Finding Nemo, and WALL-E. Join me as I share my excitement!
This year marks the 30th anniversary of a film that completely changed the game. In 1995, Pixar Animation Studios put itself on the map with the release of the fully CG-animated “Toy Story”. In this classic tale, cowboy doll Woody finds his position as Andy's favorite toy threatened by the arrival of popular new action figure Buzz Lightyear. When fate Intervenes, the two of them must come together to get back home. Join us as we travel “to infinity and beyond”!
Another Thanksgiving has come, and with it comes my desire to give thanks for some of the creatives behind the Star Wars saga. Join me as I discuss my gratitude for a few creators specifically. Thanks for listening! Happy Thanksgiving!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the continuing voyages of the USS Enterprise-D. This time around, intergalactic troublemaker Q has been cast out by the Continuum and is forced to live as a mortal human being. Seeking asylum aboard the enterprise, Captain Picard and crew must deal with their now-humbled adversary. Join us as we go boldly!
Now that the dust has settled on the Ben Solo news, I wanted to share a few thoughts on how he could return to the Star Wars saga. We've seen many characters in this franchise return when we were certain that they were dead, and it would be interesting to imagine how Ben Solo could return in similar manner. Join me as I share a few thoughts.
This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the world of Star Trek audio dramas with the first episode of “Khan”, the tale of the lost years between Kirk's exile of augment dictator Khan Noonien Singh on Ceti Alpha V and his fateful encounter with the USS Reliant fifteen years later. In this first episode, Khan and company try to adjust to life on their brave new world. Join us as we go boldly!
For many years, people have wondered what “balance of the Force” means. There is a natural state of light and dark in the Star Wars galaxy. Does that mean that the Sith and other Dark Side users should be allowed to exist? Join me as I share some thoughts.
2026 is shaping up to be a big year for Star Wars. Not only will it be our big return to the movie theaters after seven years, but there will also be a new animated series following the exploits of one Darth Maul. What could this new show add to the saga of Star Wars? Join me and we'll discuss...
From the earliest days of its release, many people have seen Star Wars as good old-fashioned action adventure without any real depth or meaning. But to those of us, like myself, who are more fully invested in this world, Star Wars is full of deep and intricate meaning with commentary on our real world and the constant battle between good and evil. That being said: do fans like me take it too seriously? Join me as I share my thoughts.
It's been more than a year since the release of Star Wars: The Acolyte, and indeed there is a lot to say about this show. A unique and complicated look at the light side versus the dark side, this series demonstrates why many people would choose the dark side in the Star Wars saga, presenting a view of evil that we have not seen in that galaxy far, far away. Join me as I share my varied and complicated thoughts…
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd century and the adventures of the USS Enterprise. This time around, hanky-panky proceeds aboard the vessel as intergalactic troublemaker Harry Mudd comes on board with three beautiful women who seem to charm all the men to the point of distraction. What silliness might happen? Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I and special guest Kayleigh Vaughn take a look at a film that is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. In the velvet darkness of the blackest night, when a young couple’s car breaks down outside an old mansion, they come across the strange world of a mad scientist and his equally strange minions. And then everything goes crazy! Join us as we do the time warp again!
On this week’s episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd century and the adventures of the USS Enterprise under the command of Captain Christopher Pike. When evidence is discovered that the ship and crew's previous visit to the planet Rigel VII may have culturally contaminated the Inhabitants, they are sent back to clean up the mess. Join us as we go boldly!