We Need a Nick Locarno Type

We Need a Nick Locarno Type

Author: Clarence Brown November 3, 2023 Duration: 6:00
In light of the recent Lower Decks episodes, we dug up some audio we took from Pensacon 2018 featuring Robert Duncan McNeil talking about none other than Nick Locarno and his casting for Star Trek: Voyager. Enjoy!

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.
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Podcast Episodes
Star Trek: Picard “Absolute Candor” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:13
In episode four of Star Trek: Picard, "Absolute Candor", truth's are told! Join in as we give all the details on Picard's visit to Vashti, a planet that he helped relocate 14 years earlier.
Star Trek: Picard “The End is the Beginning” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:53
In episode three of Star Trek: Picard "The End is the Beginning", the plot thickens! With the help of a former first officer, Picard puts together his rag-tag group of misfits! Meanwhile on the Artifact, we dive deeper i…
Star Trek: Picard “Maps and Legends” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:38
In episode two of Star Trek: Picard “Maps and Legends”, Jean-Luc Picard aims to get reinstated into Starfleet to uncover the mystery around Dahj and the appearance of the Zhat Vash on federation soil. Meanwhile, Narak an…
Star Trek: Picard “Remembrance” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:27
Star Trek: Picard is finally here! Join in on all the fun as we enter a new era in the Star Trek Universe. We discuss all the details as Picard attempts to gain all that he has lost, and uncover the mystery surrounding a…
Star Trek: Picard - Countdown, Issue 1 and Issue 2 Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:32
In this episode, we cover issues #1 and #2 of IDW’s Star Trek Picard Countdown prequel. As always, we give the issues the deep-dive, but not before relaying some final thoughts on the return of Jean-Luc Picard and our “D…
Star Trek: The Next Generation “All Good Things…” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:54
Our "Discussing Picard" series comes to a close, finishing things off with the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "All Good Things...". Join in as we discuss Picard's continued test for the existence of humanity.
Star Trek: The Next Generation “Tapestry” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:25
We continue to round out our "Discussing Picard" series with a look at Picard's brush with death as a young and cocky ensign. Join in as we discuss yet another pivotal moment in Picard's journey, in "The Next Generation"…
Star Trek: The Next Generation “I, Borg” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:43
We review yet another Jean-Luc Picard focused episode, “I, Borg”. When faced with the decision weather to help or leave a lone-Borg drone to die, Picard allows “3rd of 5” aboard. While Crusher wants to save the drone’s l…
Star Trek: The Next Generation “The Drumhead” Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:00
The Star Trek Universe has been on hitting all cylinders, as New York Comic Convention brought us trailers for both Star Trek: Picard and Star Trek: Discovery! We briefly discuss the NYCC news, then dive into yet another…