SST337: The infamous Starbase 80 finally appears. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the latest episode of Lower Decks, including the Easter eggs, Ransom’s gel fixation, Freeman’s career obsession, and callbacks to obscure episodes.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?Links for this episode:*...

SST336: How do you keep a Klingon down on the farm? Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss this story of a disgraced Klingon captain who gets honor back with the help of Mariner and a Boimler going through his Klingon phase.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. https://youtu.be/pfkq6b7AHLQ Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?Links for...

SST335: Mariner relationship woes and Boimler undercover. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the latest Lower Decks, including Boimler’s development, passive-aggressive breakups, and a possible interdimensional rift season arc.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?Links for this episode:* Leave...

SST334: Lower Decks is back for its final season! Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the first two episodes, including the expansion of Tendi’s storyline; the heartwarming family message; and a possible alternate universe character swap.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?Links for this...

SST333: It’s the end! Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the season (and likely, series) finale of Prodigy, assessing how the show met or exceeded expectations; provided a continuing story for Voyager, and showed us adolescent characters grow into their potential.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give...

SST332: The climactic moment! Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the big showdown with Ascensia featuring an obvious trap and a dangerous Loom as well as heroic sacrifice, cunning deception, and the possibilities of redemption.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?Links for this episode:* The...

SST331: We save everyone. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss this Prodigy episode, includng Wesley’s self-sacrifice, how Gwyn and Dal are both maturing; and how Asencia and Ilthurian’s future characters are shaped by their environment and choices.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?Links for...

SST330: Face the Incursor! Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the two-part showdown between our heroes and Asencia’s time technology, including Dal and Gwyn’s growing maturity; Gwyn’s evolving sense of home; and individual heroism and self-sacrifice.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. https://youtu.be/-RGb65Ye_G8 Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at...

SST329a: We made this special bonus episode available to Patrons first and now we’re sharing it with you to show you the benefits of becoming a Patron. Dom Bettinelli and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss the 5th and final season of Star Trek: Discovery, how it reaches into the past and shows the future.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at...

SST329: Through the lookingglass. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the latest Prodigy episode which takes the crew through alternate realities, including the Mirror Universe, where they get to see if Mirror Janeway retains any good in her from Prime Janeway.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give...

SST328: Tribbles are a favorite plot element in modern Star Trek. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss their latest appearance; their changes in this story; and what makes the Klingon disdain for them so interesting.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. https://youtu.be/CjlG2J0bLoc Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?Links for this...

SST327: Castaway Chakotay! Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the return of the former Voyager first officer; new depths to his backstory; heroic leadership; hints of faith; and the maturation of Dal.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?Links for this episode:* Leave us a review on Apple...

SST326: This two-parter kicks the plot into gear and Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss how the story is a straight-up homage to Doctor Who with some elements of the Langoliers and Avengers: Endgame thrown in.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?Links for this episode:* Our Essential Doctor Who...

SST325: A non-corporeal being gets embodied. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the philosophical implications and how the writers may have unintentionally said something important about bodily integrity.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?Links for this episode:* Leave us a review on Apple...

SST324: Pog-racing! Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss this episode of Prodigy, the crew’s sidetrack into a race; Zero’s self-sacrifice; and speculation as to what could stop time on Voyager.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?Links for this episode:* Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! *...

SST323: Beware the imPOGster! Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss this episode of Prodigy where the crew creates faulty holo-doubles in order to start their rescue mission and hijinks ensue.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?Links for this episode:* Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! * You...

SST322: Who is Murf really? Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss this next episode Prodigy and the mystery surrounding the alien Murf and the unknown entity trying to communicate through him.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today?Links for this episode:* Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! * You...

SST321: The basics of time travel. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the next episode of Prodigy; the ways the show keeps subverting the expected story path; and the themes of loyalty and friendship the show conveys. Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give...

SST320: Time paradox. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the 2nd episode of Prodigy season 2 and the future changes that affect the present, plus the clash of fear vs. hope. Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today? Links for this episode: * Leave us a...

SST319: Prodigy season 2 begins! Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss the return of the Protostar crew, now a part of the new Voyager crew under Admiral Janeway, including the nuances of plot and character that elevate this above a simple children’s cartoon. Get all new episodes automatically and for free: Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give...

SST318: Upgrade gone wrong! Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss the unusual Bynar race, Riker’s cringeworthy “relationship” with Minuet; and the theme of overreliance on technology. Plus a farewell to a friend. Get all new episodes automatically and for free: Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today? Links for this episode: * Leave us a...

StarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli has a special message for all listeners and supporters of StarQuest’s shows.

SST317: The Kelvin reboot of Star Trek gave fans alternate versions of their favorite characters. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss the movie, the decision to make it an alt-history reboot, and what they like and dislike about the changes. Get all new episodes automatically and for free: Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today? Links for...

SST316: Khan! Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin discuss the introduction Khan Noonian Singh; his magnetic (and improbable?) ability to sway Marla McGivers; and Dr. McCoy’s surprisingly cool response to Khan’s threat of physical harm. Get all new episodes automatically and for free: Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube. Help us continue to offer the Secrets of Star Trek. Won’t you make a pledge at SQPN.com/give today? Links for this episode: * Leave us a...