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“Been listening since it was Ken and John, still loving it with Norm and and John. I started listening to this podcast right when the team got started with Deep Space Nine. I am a Niner fanatic, so I’m already super defensive and protective of “my precious”. It’s okay if DS9 isn’t your favorite Trek, it’s just hard for me accept, that’s all. As such, I was skeptical at first, but have grown to accept the divergences of opinion and enjoy the concurring analysis as it comes.
I can appreciate that the team hasn’t been that impressed with Section 31, but I am cynical enough to believe that any major governmental power, galactic or otherwise, will never be so utopian to not have subterfuge and dirty deeds done dirt cheap. To paraphrase the great Howard Zinn, “the first lesson of history is that governments lie”. While you may say that Section 31 cannot be a part of Gene’s vision, I find that contending with darker elements of humanity, and overcoming them when possible, is to be the very essence of Trek. I don’t think you’re supposed to like Section 31, but I think it would be naive to assume they wouldn’t exist.
Better gauges to see how “Mission Log” might align with your fandom, in regards to DS9:
Episode 337, covering “The Visitor”. Norm’s emotional coverage of this episode had me crying, as does this episode every single time. Worth experiencing for yourself without further description.
Episode 404, covering “In the Pale Moonlight”. I disagree with their coverage, in that I really enjoyed this episode, and they did not. I don’t always think being compromised is something that can be avoided, but it is interesting to see what a person or organization might be able to do in spite of this. I don’t necessarily think you’re supposed to sympathize with Sisko’s dark decisions so much as ponder on the ancient truth that “Truth is the first casualty of war”. Of course, the mounting casualties were the catalyst for Sisko’s decisions, but the deceits and deceptions do have a way of mounting up. Mission Log’s critique is valid here, even if I disagreed with it.
Episode 398, covering “Far Beyond the Stars”. Another fan favorite episode, Mission Log does not disappoint with a beautiful review of an intricate and wonderful piece of science fiction. A great standalone episode, and perhaps worthwhile to view as a primer episode for Star Trek or DS9 in its entirety. Norm really hit it with the morals, meanings, and messages. Perfect episode of DS9 and the Mission Log podcast.
No matter how I feel, at this point I am in it to win it with Mission Log. I am listening to all of the backlog episodes and will be in tandem in a year or so. Don’t sleep on this show, even if your favorite episodes get dissed. That’s life. Moreover, this is an excellent podcast for Trekkies to spend time looking at every single episodic iteration of Trek, if that’s your thing. This has increased my appreciation of my own fandom, as well broadened my perspectives on parts I do not often consider. It’s like listening to two old friends at this point, and Mission Log is always welcome on my podcast rotations.”
DouglasxTaylor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/21
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“The discussions themselves are very good and in-depth, so they're not just retreading old ground. I think they still have a little way to go before they perfect their rapport and whatnot, but it's very early in the series so that can certainly change.
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“I always look forward to the next weekly podcast. John and Ken bring new life to TOS episodes that I thought I knew everything about. Sometimes they can get stuck on a topic, like pleasure vs. struggle, (I'm looking at you, Ken). But overall, this podcast consistently entertains and informs.”Read full review »
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