Join host Kurt North and special guest Darren Mooney in this engaging episode as they delve into the latest mid-season developments in 'Star Trek: Prodigy', focusing on the episode 'A Tribble Called Quest.' They discuss the series' ties to the broader Star Trek universe, character progression, and modern storytelling impacts. The conversation also expands to the larger context of modern franchises' fixation on prequels, with discussions on 'The Hunt for Gollum', Fast and Furious prequels, and the Star Trek timeline. Darren shares insights on his upcoming projects, including 'Second Wind' and a deep dive into James Earl Jones' career, while Kurt teases future Lost podcast episodes. A must-listen for pop culture enthusiasts looking for both nostalgia and fresh perspectives. 00:00 Star Trek Prodigy 00:32 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:26 Season Overview and Episode Discussion 02:42 Mythology and Standalone Episodes 05:07 Time Travel and Continuity Challenges 07:42 Character Arcs and Development 09:21 Prodigy as a Children's Show 09:56 The Role of Wesley Crusher 15:14 Star Trek Franchise and Canon 22:18 Episode Structure and Themes 40:58 Tribbles and Klingons 45:11 Animated Star Trek Continuity 46:20 Visuals and Tribbles 46:35 Personal Opinions on Tribbles 48:25 Genetic Manipulation and CGI 50:57 Looms and Video Game Aesthetics 52:18 Bribble and Animation Design 59:41 Themes of Loss and Resilience 01:05:26 Pop Culture and Franchise Management Host Kurt North Guest Darren mooney Editor: Kurt North Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Film Stories Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices