Best Ships Canon Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 63: Kids (PRO 2×16-20) 1:09:37

4h ago1:09:37

1:09:37

Kev and Rob farewell the newly-formed Prodigy crew in episodes 16-20 of season two, then take the opportunity to revisit past instances of children in Star Trek, both stories about children including "Miri" (TOS), "And the Children Shall Lead" (TOS), and "When the Bough Breaks" (TNG), as well as fully-formed characters who are kids including Wesley…

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Answering YOUR Questions About Star Wars Outlaws! 37:10

21m ago37:10

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Expand your scientific horizon with Brilliant! Use our link https://brilliant.org/StarWarsExplained/ to get 20% off the annual premium subscription. Today we're answering YOUR questions about the new video game Star Wars Outlaws!

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The Science Behind Science Fiction | An Interview with Dr. Erin Macdonald 37:36

1h ago37:36

37:36

In this bonus episode of the DWR, Steph and Kenna invite astrophysicist, aerospace engineer, and science fiction consultant, Dr. Erin Macdonald to share her insights in the world of astrophysics and Star Trek. The trio discuss how science advising works for television, and the state of science today. Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna …

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Is That A "Hidden Consciousness" In Your Brain, Or Are You Just Happy to See Me? 26:16

2h ago26:16

26:16

Stephanie and Kenna are back for a new season of The Debrief Weekly Report. In this episode, they take a mental dip into new findings regarding "hidden consciousness" inside the brain. They also discuss why playing video games is good for your mental well being, and a brand new bandage that uses water and electrical currents to heal wounds faster! …

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Let's Talk About The Acolyte Cancellation - Star Wars Explained Weekly Q&A 40:07

4h ago40:07

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Obviously The Acolyte is the big topic of the week, and what we'll be discussing today in our weekly Q&A. https://beyondthegiftshop.com/products/rebel-pilot-creator-collab-tee

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Episode 62: Captains broken by tragedy (PRO 2×11-15) 1:03:32

2h ago1:03:32

1:03:32

Rob and Kev pass the time sailing on an ocean of vapour in episodes 11-15 of Star Trek: Prodigy season 2 by discussing other instances of captains bent and broken by tragedy. They discuss "The Doomsday Machine" (TOS), "The Omega Glory" (TOS), "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan", "The Wounded" (TNG), "Equinox" (VOY) and the fundamental tragedies at th…

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Great Derelict/Black Dog v2 Special - Alien Romulus 2:20:29

2h ago2:20:29

2:20:29

+++SPOILER WARNING REPEAT SPOILER WARNING+++ In a special bonus episode (read between the lines - Lee wanted to rant to someone other than his long suffering family) - Andy is joined by Darren and Lee to discuss the latest entry into the Alien franchise Alien: Romulus. Will it wash out the foul taste of Alien Covenant from their mouths or will it d…

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D23 Roundup - Reacting to Skeleton Crew, Andor Season Two, and The Mandalorian and Grogu Footage! 41:53

1h ago41:53

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Head to https://factormeals.com/starwars50 and use code starwars50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month. We have to play some catchup on the news that came out last week at D23 surrounding The Mandalorian & Grogu, Andor season two, and Skeleton Crew!

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Ranking the Bands of Star Wars 1:12:06

19h ago1:12:06

1:12:06

Today we're ranking the bands of Star Wars in a tier list with the Mosh Eisley crew! Come party with us at Mosh Eisley Atlanta: https://linktr.ee/mosheisley Thank the Maker Podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thankthemaker Princess & Scoundrel Podcast https://linktr.ee/princessandscoundrel Adam https://www.instagram.com/adamtheskull/?hl…

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Star Wars Olympics - Star Wars Explained Weekly Q&A 26:51

3d ago26:51

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Go to http://buyraycon.com/explained TODAY to get 15% off your Raycon order, plus free shipping! What would the Olympics look like in Star Wars? Have there ever been any fourth wall breaks in Star Wars?

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What Happens When a Pooba Hits Pooberty - Dee Bradley Baker Roundtable Interview 13:29

20d ago13:29

13:29

I got the chance to join a roundtable interview with Dee Bradley Baker to prepare for the release of Young Jedi Adventures season two!

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Skeleton Crew, SDCC, New Books and...Doctor Doom? 31:09

29d ago31:09

31:09

Expand your scientific horizon with Brilliant! Use our link https://brilliant.org/StarWarsExplained/ to get 20% off the annual premium subscription. Let's talk about the Star Wars reveals from SDCC, Star Wars Outlaws, and even Doctor Doom!

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Episode 61: Too-good-to-be-true planets (PRO 2×06-10) 46:35

10d ago46:35

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Kev and Rob learn that there's no such thing as paradise in Star Trek – no matter how many scantily clad natives you throw into the mix. After a brief discussion of Star Trek: Prodigy season two episodes six through ten, they discuss "This Side of Paradise" (TOS), "Paradise" (DS9), "Justice" (TNG), and "Lift Us Where Suffering Cannot Reach" (SNW). …

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A New Era for Star Wars Comics - Star Wars Explained Weekly Q&A 29:05

1M ago29:05

29:05

What do we think of the new Star Wars comics that have been announced? What are our guesses for San Diego Comic Con announcements? These questions and more answered in this week's Q&A!

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Boy Meets World - Jack/Eric 56:35

28d ago56:35

56:35

We're back with another listener request to cover Jack/Eric from Boy Meets World. Yes, it's a fun little ship, but the real question we took away from revisiting this 90's sitcom is: why was the show working so hard to gaslight us into thinking Eric wasn't gorgeous in drag? We also (very briefly) address the 9-1-1 elephant in the room. Follow the s…

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Answering YOUR Questions About The Acolyte - Star Wars Explained Weekly Q&A 29:38

1M ago29:38

29:38

Head to https://factormeals.com/starwars50 and use code starwars50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month. Acolytes for Equality: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WgVY3ZsI1s&ab_channel=thegeekywaffle Mosh Eisley: https://linktr.ee/mosheisley Finding the Force: https://www.youtube.com/@FindingTheForce Now that The Acolyte is over…

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The Acolyte - Season Finale LIVE Discussion with ForceCenter 3:28:01

2M ago3:28:01

3:28:01

Let's talk about The Acolyte one more time! ForceCenter joins us to talk about the season finale! https://linktr.ee/ForceCenter https://www.youtube.com/@ForceCenter

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Episode 60: Dads (PRO 2×01-05) 55:39

28d ago55:39

55:39

Rob and Kev plunge into Season 2 of Star Trek: Prodigy like Rok-Tahk and Murf jumping into Gillian's tank! They share their thoughts on "Into the Breach, Part I & II", "Who Saves the Saviours", "Temporal Mechanics 101", and "Observer's Paradox", before focusing on fathers in Star Trek, including "The Icarus Factor" (TNG) and the relationships betwe…

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Leslye Headland Answers our Acolyte Questions and Teases for the Finale! 33:54

2M ago33:54

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Last week I got to be part of a roundtable zoom call with The Acolyte showrunner Leslye Headland. We asked her some questions about the seventh episode of the season as well as tomorrow's finale.

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The Acolyte - Choice Episode LIVE Discussion with Triad of the Force 3:11:41

2M ago3:11:41

3:11:41

Go to http://buyraycon.com/explained TODAY to get 15% off your Raycon order, plus free shipping! The Acolyte is out! Today we're talking about episode seven, Choice, with Triad of the Force! https://linktr.ee/triadoftheforce

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Let's Talk About Vernestra - Star Wars Explained Weekly Q&A 35:15

2M ago35:15

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Get 10% off your first purchase by going to http://arenaclub.com/starwars. How did the Stranger get his scar? Will Vernestra throw Sol under the bus? These questions and more answered in this week's Q&A! Read Maggie's interview on Collider: https://collider.com/the-acolyte-episode-6-explained-leslye-headland/…

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The Acolyte - Teach / Corrupt Episode LIVE Discussion with Friends of the Force 2:30:57

2M ago2:30:57

2:30:57

The Acolyte is out! Today we're talking about episode six, Teach / Corrupt, with Friends of the Force! https://linktr.ee/friendsoftheforce https://x.com/FriendsOfForce https://x.com/seh221 https://x.com/bradwhipple https://jordanmichealpeterson.com/

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These Robots Kill Cancer Cells | Medical Nano Technology, Laser Communication in Space, and LSD Micro-dosing for Sleep 30:01

2M ago30:01

30:01

Join Stephanie and Kenna for the last episode of the season as they discuss a new nano robot developed in Sweden that can kill cancer cells in mice. They also open a channel to the ISS and discuss how NASA is using laser relays to send photos and messages to astronauts. Lastly, they take a trip and talk about how a new study says that micro-doses o…

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The Acolyte - Night Episode LIVE Discussion with Children of the Watch 2:40:44

2M ago2:40:44

2:40:44

The Acolyte is out! Today we're talking about that bloodbath of an episode, Night, with our friends from Children of the Watch! https://x.com/CotWatch https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/children-of-the-watch-the-acolyte-after-show/id1459175606 https://www.youtube.com/@childrenofthewatch

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Twinkle Twinkle Artificial Star | Lost Ancient Temples, Magnetic Winds Feeding Black Holes, and Building a Fake Star for Science 28:45

2M ago28:45

28:45

In this week’s episode of the DWR, Stephanie and Kenna discuss NASA's plan to build an artificial star for astronomical measurements. They also explore a lost Greek temple mentioned in ancient graffiti, and a new black hole discovery using magnetic winds to feed. Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, and MJ Banias as t…

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How Maria Sandoval Helped Bring Sabine Wren and Clone Wars Anakin to Live Action 27:19

2M ago27:19

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We recently had a chat with Maria Sandoval, whose Emmy-nominated work has been seen in The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, Ahsoka, and more! https://www.instagram.com/hairdepartmentetc/ https://linktr.ee/xenawmua

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This Ki-Adi-Mundi Nonsense is Ridiculous - Star Wars Explained Weekly Q&A 40:06

2M ago40:06

40:06

Get up to 60% off your Babbel subscription at https://babbel.com/starwars! Today we are, unfortunately, talking about all the Ki-Adi-Mundi drama that got stirred up this past week. And we're also answering a couple fun questions.

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Space Dock Jury Episode 300! 2:11:45

2M ago2:11:45

2:11:45

Welcome back to Space Dock Jury After a brief hiatus of around 7 years, Andy Lee and Peter return to cast Judgment over 3 Spaceship which have ventured out into the void while they were away The USS Cerritos, The Fondor Accord from Andor and the USCSWTF Covenant from the film we swore we would never watch again Normal Service on the Derelict will r…

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The Acolyte - Day Episode LIVE Discussion with Talking Bay 94 3:13:40

2M ago3:13:40

3:13:40

The Acolyte is out! Today we're discussing the fourth episode, Day, with Talking Bay 94! https://x.com/TalkingBay94 https://www.talkingbay94.com/

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Episode 59: Hand-to-hand combat (DIS 5×10 Life, Itself) 52:27

2M ago52:27

52:27

Kev and Rob take stock of Star Trek: Discovery following its finale, "Life, Itself." Burnham's epic fistfight with Moll prompts them to revisit other Trek punch-ups of the past, including "The Way of the Warrior, Part II" (DS9), "The Gamesters of Triskelion" (TOS), "Tsunkatse" (VOY), "Star Trek" (2009), and "Trials and Tribble-ations". DIS 5×10 Lif…

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The Quest for "The Quest" | Shackleton’s Lost Ship, The Einstein Telescope, and the Power of Algae 24:53

3M ago24:53

24:53

In this week’s episode of the DWR, Stephanie and Kenna go green as they discuss a novel breakthrough in the successful generation of electricity by algae. The dynamic duo also discuss the Einstein Telescope and the discovery of the lost ship, The Quest, off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada. Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Ca…

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Are Mae and Osha a Dyad - Star Wars Explained Weekly Q&A 35:28

3M ago35:28

35:28

Go to http://buyraycon.com/explained TODAY to get 15% off your Raycon order, plus free shipping! Are Mae and Osha a dyad in the Force? Will The Acolyte spoil the High Republic books and comics? How about the new Outlaws gameplay? These questions and more answered in this week's Q&A!

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Episode 58: Into the belly of the beast (DIS 5×09 Lagrange Point) 49:42

3M ago49:42

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Rob and Kev are inspired by "Lagrange Point" to don their Breen helmets and travel into dangerous waters with Starfleet crews who have done the same over the years. They discuss "The Immunity Syndrome" (TOS), "Apocalypse Rising" (DS9) and "Unimatrix Zero" (VOY). DIS 5×09 Lagrange Point Michael Giaccino Marvel’s Werewolf by Night TOS 2×18 The Immuni…

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The Acolyte - Destiny Episode LIVE Discussion with Daughters of Ferrix 2:30:49

3M ago2:30:49

2:30:49

Head to https://factormeals.com/starwars50 and use code starwars50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month. The Acolyte is out! Today we're discussing the third episode, Destiny, with our friends from Daughters of Ferrix! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPS7SvTtASU https://linktr.ee/DaughtersofFerrix https://www.youtube.com/chann…

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That Washing Machine is a 3D Printer | LSD School, Night Vision Coating for Glasses, and 3D Printing in Space 29:10

3M ago29:10

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In this week’s episode of the DWR, MJ and Kenna discuss the successful 3D printing of metal material on the ISS. The dynamic duo also dives into the first-ever Master’s Degree in Psychedelics offered at the University of Ottawa and a new metal coating that changes regular glasses into night-vision goggles. Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, …

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GAPtheseries 08: Sex is a Rest Stop 3:01:45

2M ago3:01:45

3:01:45

This episode we try to keep up with Sam and Mon as they move forward in their relationship, focused on the completion of their mission. Of course, they need a little help from their friends, and a few threats, before they're able to reach their goal. The joy over this new and beautiful part of their relationship is short lived though. Kirk's secret…

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What IS an Acolyte - Star Wars Explained Weekly Q&A 28:03

3M ago28:03

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Get 10% off your first purchase by going to http://arenaclub.com/starwars. What is an Acolyte in Star Wars? Have we tried playing Star Wars Hunters? These questions and more answered in this week's Q&A!

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Ship Building. in. SPACE 1:06:58

3M ago1:06:58

1:06:58

Welcome back to the Great Derelict This week Andy is joined once again by Claude Berube, and for the first time Mark Vandroff to take a look at what it takes to build ships in space, is it better to build them in orbit, or in corn fields in Iowa? and why don't they build Submarines undersea? You can find more from Claude here: https://twitter.com/c…

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The Acolyte Series Premiere LIVE Discussion with Krystina Arielle 2:28:55

3M ago2:28:55

2:28:55

The Acolyte is out! So it's time to talk about it in our after show, Acolytes Out! Today we're discussing the first two episodes with the host of The High Republic Show, Krystina Arielle! https://twitter.com/KrystinaArielle https://www.instagram.com/krystinaarielle

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Episode 57: Captains on their own (DIS 5×08 Labyrinths) 59:41

3M ago59:41

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Kev and Rob are trapped in their separate mindscapes, with only a cryptic librarian version of the other for company. To pass the time, they consider how "Labyrinths" compares to other times starship captain have had to work solo, without their ship or crew. They discuss "Arena" (TOS), "Starship Mine" (TNG), "The Inner Light" (TNG), and "Resistance…

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Our Trip to Lucasfilm and The Acolyte Premiere! 48:57

3M ago48:57

48:57

Get up to 60% off your Babbel subscription at https://babbel.com/starwars! We got to visit Lucasfilm, interview Leslye Headland, and attend The Acolyte premiere! Here's how the trip went!

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The Bad Batch and SW Animated Universe 1:15:28

3M ago1:15:28

1:15:28

Welcome back to the Great Derelict This Week Andy is joined by Catrina as we jump into the Marauder with Gonky and take a look back at the SW Animated Universe shows with the end of the Bad Batch. Beware Spoilers for the end of Bad Batch and Clone Wars You can find more from Catrina here: https://ohcatrina.carrd.co/ And you can find more of Andy he…

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Legends vs. Canon: The Evolution of Star Wars Lore 57:21

3M ago57:21

57:21

In the fourth bonus episode of the DWR, Steph and Kenna discuss the Star Wars Expanded Universe and its impact on fan experiences. The dynamic duo also dives into how the expanded universe has helped bring in more fans, creating a multigenerational experience. Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, and MJ Banias as they…

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Episode 56: Big ships (DIS 5×07 Erigah) 41:55

3M ago41:55

41:55

Rob and Kev were actually standing on the bridge of Federation HQ in "Erigah"; you just couldn't see them for all the Breen! While they were there, they debated whether or not the Breen Dreadnought was the biggest starship we've seen to date. Other big ships they discussed: the Fesarius (TOS), the Narada (Star Trek 2009), the Romulan Warbird (TNG),…

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The War Waged Over Memories | False Memories and Disinformation, New Solar Energy Tech, and the lost Roanoke Colonists 28:25

3M ago28:25

28:25

On this week's episode of The Debrief Weekly Report, Kenna and Steph seek out the lost settlers of the Roanoke colony, and new research that may have solved the riddle of what happened there all those years ago. Things also get hot when they discuss a new solar power system that can generate tons of heat, and how false memories are becoming much mo…

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Talking Acolyte Theories - Star Wars Explained Weekly Q&A 39:23

4M ago39:23

39:23

Head to https://factormeals.com/starwars50 and use code starwars50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month. Today we're talking about theories for The Acolyte and catching up on some other Star Wars news we missed!

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Master and Commander - Aubrey/Maturin 1:06:15

4M ago1:06:15

1:06:15

We ran into a bit of a roadblock with the episode we originally planned to release this month, so we’ve decided to pivot. We're returning to the seas to cover Aubrey/Maturin from Peter Weir’s 2003 Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World. Between an unexpected topic and no episode at all, this was truly the lesser of two weevils. Follow the …

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Episode 55: Technology in primitive cultures (DIS 5×06 Whistlespeak) 49:24

3M ago49:24

49:24

Kev and Rob whistle their way through the "fun run" on Halem’no as they discuss "Whistlespeak", but are wise enough not to step into the rain-making machine at the finish line. Instead, they revisit past instances of primitive cultures unknowingly blended with advanced technology, including "The Apple" (TOS), "For the World is Hollow and I Have Tou…

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