Upper Pylon 2 – 3 x 17: Visionary
This week on UP2, Lou from Trek Mate’s The Battle Bridge joins the crew for the annual “Torture O’Brien” episode, “Visionary.” After a freak accident, O’Brien finds himself shifting occasionally to three hours in the future. Although his time jumps could prove to be deadly, they may be the key to preventing a major disaster on DS9. Will our time traveling Chief of Operations be able to save...
The Loss, TNG S4 E10 Review, The Battle Bridge
Counselor Troi loses her empathic powers; the Enterprise is slowly pulled off course by an unknown force existing in two-dimensional form into a deadly cosmic string. Today James and Lou discuss (The Loss) and what we think of it, as well as feedback, with tonight’s guest host Matt D. Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by Dennis McCarthy and composed by Gerry Goldsmith and Alexander Courage Links Discussed In This...
Final Mission, TNG S4 E09 Review, The Battle Bridge
On his way to Starfleet Academy, Wesley Crusher must care for an injured Captain Picard after their shuttle crashes on a desert moon. Today James and Lou discuss (Final Mission) and what we think of it, as well as feedback, with tonight’s guest host Melissa from Upper Pylon 2. Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by Dennis McCarthy and composed by Gerry Goldsmith and Alexander Courage Links Discussed In This Show...
Upper Pylon 2 – 3 x 15: Destiny
This week on UP2, the crew takes a look at yet another Bajoran prophecy episode, with some Cardassian intrigue thrown in for good measure, “Destiny.” When three Cardassian scientists visit the station to install a long-range communications relay in the Gamma Quadrant, a shunned Bajoran vedek warns Sisko that the visitors pose a great threat according to an ancient prophecy. While initially skeptical, events unfold that...
Futue Imperfect, TNG S4 E8 Review, The Battle Bridge
After an away mission to Alpha Onias III interrupts Commander Riker’s birthday party, the first officer suddenly awakens in sick-bay sixteen years in the future where he is the captain of the Enterprise and about to negotiate a peace treaty with the Romulan Star Empire. Today James and Lou discuss (Future Imperfect) and what we think of it, as well as feedback, with tonight’s guest host Krys, aka Kieran McDuff. Credit:...
Upper Pylon 2 – 3 x 12: Past Tense, Part II
This week on UP2, Admiral Hansen and Chief Medical Officer Blair rejoin the UP2 crew after their shore leave to review the concluding installment of the exciting “Past Tense” duology. Thrust into taking on the role of a historical figure, Sisko must lead a rebellion to have the residents of the 21st Century Sanctuary Districts heard. Meanwhile, Kira and O’Brien timehop to locate their missing crewmates, and Dax has a...
Upper Pylon 2 – 3 x 11: Past Tense, Part I
This week while Chief Medical Officer Blair and Admiral Hansen are on shore leave, the remaining UP2 crew take a look at the first entry into the prophetic “Past Tense” time-traveling two-parter. While beaming down for an engagement at Starfleet Command, Sisko, Dax and Bashir are accidentally transported to the year 2024 through the magic of time particles, or some such. The year is a volatile period in Earth’s...
Upper Pylon 2 – 3 x 10: Fascination
This week, the boys of UP2 take a look at the return of Lwaxana Troi and a very “Midsummer Night’s Dream”-esque story in “Fascination.” DS9 sees the celebration of the annual Bajoran Gratitude Festival, bringing many visitors to the station including Lwaxana Troi and Vedek Bariel. However, mysterious occurrences start happening as people are seemingly inflicted with intense passionate feelings for what...
Reunion, TNG S4 E07 Review, The Battle Bridge
Captain Picard is selected to arbitrate the selection of a new Chancellor for the Klingon Empire and, in doing so, find out who dishonorably murdered the old Chancellor. Also involved is Ambassador K’Ehleyr, who has a surprise for Worf: their son. Today James and Lou discuss (Reunion) and what we think of it, as well as feedback, with tonight’s guest host Bryan Detamore. Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by...
Upper Pylon 2 – 3 x 09: Defiant
This week on UP2, we make room for the unexpected as Commander Riker pays a visit to DS9 in “Defiant.” When Will Riker arrives on the station for some R&R, he becomes friendly with a frazzled Major Kira. But wait…is that Will Riker? Why is he stealing the Defiant and taking Kira as a hostage? What does he really have in store? Tune in to find out, and as always, be sure to leave us your...