Starfleet Academy "Rubincon" Live Discussion

Starfleet Academy "Rubincon" Live Discussion

Author: Clarence Brown March 17, 2026 Duration: 49:47
When an old enemy resurfaces as an existential threat to the Federation, Nahla must outwit a vengeful foe with a personal vendetta against her – as the cadets and instructors undertake a dangerous, seemingly impossible, mission to save everyone and everything they hold dear.

Clarence Brown guides Discussing Trek, a space where conversation about Star Trek feels less like a formal review and more like hanging out with the most knowledgeable friend in your dorm or at the local comic shop. The appeal here is in the deep dives, moving beyond simple plot summaries to really unpack what makes each series, from the original to the very latest, resonate so powerfully. You’ll hear thoughtful analysis of character motivations, the philosophical questions buried in those iconic episodes, and how the entire universe holds together across decades of storytelling. This isn’t a dry lecture; it’s built for the vibrant community of fans, whether you’ve been quoting Klingon proverbs for years or are just figuring out which way to set your phaser. The joy of this podcast comes from that shared exploration, treating every detail-from a starship’s design to a captain’s pivotal decision-as worthy of a thoughtful and passionate chat. It’s that specific focus and depth, episode after episode, that makes it a consistent listen for anyone who finds themselves pondering the final frontier long after the credits roll.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 294

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Star Trek: Prodigy “Supernova” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:54
When it seems that all is lost, the crew of the USS Protostar makes one last-ditch effort to save Starfleet. Join in as we give thoughts on the stellar finale of Star Trek: Prodigy, Supernova Parts 1 & 2.
Star Trek: Prodigy “Mindwalk” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:36
Freaky Friday hits the Protostar and Dauntless as Admir-Dal and Dal-Way find themselves in very uncomfortable circumstances! Listen along as we explore our collective warp bubbles as we review Star Trek: Prodigy, Mindwal…
Star Trek: Prodigy “Ghost in the Machine” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:53
In Star Trek: Prodigy "Ghost in the Machine", we get a classic holodeck episode with our Protostar crew! We discuss all the details of this episode, along with a recent life event update. Go Fast!
Star Trek: Prodigy “Preludes” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:28
In Star Trek: Prodigy, Preludes, we look at the backstory of our rag-tag crew, along with the origin of The Diviner's mission to find the Protostar on Tars Lamora. Join in as we unpack it all.
Star Trek: Prodigy “Masquerade” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:19
With a feeling of jealousy of his newfound outrageous crew member, Dal takes up the offer of a Doctor to enhance some dormant traits. Join us as we discuss it all in our review of Star Trek: Prodigy, Masquerade.
Star Trek: Prodigy “Crossroads” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:49
With a living construct aboard the USS Protostar, our crew attempts to find another way to get to Starfleet. But as Vice Admiral Janeway finally tracks them down, rising tensions lead to a suspenseful encounter. We discu…
Star Trek: Prodigy “All The World’s A Stage” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:41
In a love letter to Star Trek fans everywhere, Star Trek: Prodigy turns up the nostalgia in an episode with loose ties to the original series. Join in as we discuss Star Trek: Prodigy, All The Worlds's A Stage.
Star Trek: Prodigy “Let Sleeping Borg Lie” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:44
In an effort to free the USS Protostar from a very dangerous weapon, our team seeks answers aboard a Borg cube. Join in as we discuss it all in our review of Star Trek: Prodigy, Let Sleeping Borg Lie.
Star Trek: Prodigy “Asylum” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:56
Our crew finally makes it to a Federation relay station, only to discover they have unknowingly entered with a trojan horse. Join in as we discuss the latest episode of Star Trek: Prodigy, Asylum.
Star Trek: Lower Decks “The Least Dangerous Game” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:37
As Boimler attempts to get to the next level in Starfleet by becoming a Yes-Man, Mariner continues to work under the guidance of Commander Ransom. Join in as we talk about Star Trek: Lower Decks, The Least Dangerous Game…