Episodes
What explore the dangers of xenophobia, in Star Trek and 2021.
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by...
Published 03/20/21
What changes our perception of time and how can Star Trek help us understand why time has been so strange since the start of the COVID-19 global pandemic one year ago?
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along...
Published 03/13/21
Attenton, distraction, and focus.
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper and...
Published 03/06/21
We have a special Double Feature this week beginning with a watchalong of the Star Trek: Voyager episode "Living Witness". Following that we are joined by some of the team behind the Star Trek Voyager documentary.
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission...
Published 02/27/21
What Star Trek can teach us about experiencing jealousy and envy in a healthy way.
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin....
Published 02/20/21
It's a Valentine's Day special episode of Life Support Live! We're talking love...of stuff. Engineer's and their starships. Captains and their glasses, flutes, baseballs, and coffee. Klingons and their...tooth sharpener?
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our...
Published 02/13/21
This week we mark the passing of the actor Christopher Plummer with a discussion about Identity as it relates to Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country and Plummers character of General Chang.
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to...
Published 02/06/21
How does Technology impact our mental health?
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper and...
Published 01/30/21
The role of medicine and the suspicion it can bring with it.
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by...
Published 01/23/21
Let’s watch Star Trek The Original Series' "The Trouble with Tribbles" and Deep Space Nine's "Trials and Tribble-ations"
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali...
Published 01/16/21
How does scarcity change the way we think and how this is impacting the pandemic world we are living in?
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited...
Published 01/02/21
Let’s watch Star Trek: The Next Generation’s “Tapestry” together!
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated...
Published 12/28/20
What can help us to make a big decision?
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper and...
Published 12/19/20
Can society push too far past nature’s law?
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper and...
Published 12/12/20
How can we heal deep wounds in our own lives?
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper...
Published 12/05/20
Let’s watch Star Trek: First Contact together.
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper...
Published 11/24/20
Why do we make sacrifices and how we can sustain our sacrifices throughout the pandemic?
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by...
Published 11/21/20
What actually makes someone wise?
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper and...
Published 11/14/20
How can we work through our pain?
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper and...
Published 11/07/20
We discuss disguises throughout Star Trek and how they help us understand our love of Halloween and cosplay.
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast...
Published 10/31/20
Join us as we watch the landmark Nog episode about trauma and healing. How accurate was it? What can we do about and support those with post-traumatic stress?
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the...
Published 07/19/20
We celebrate Independence Day in the United States by watching Star Trek: Insurrection and exploring rebellion.
"Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way.
Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu....
Published 07/05/20