Altered Trek

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Engage! Altered Trek is back, with Captain Phillips and his defiantly optimistic co-host, TFG1 Mike, at the helm! This episode boldly goes into the inaugural season of Star Trek: The Next Generation. Prepare for a deep dive into the show's early days, exploring its formative moments and setting the course for future adventures. But before plunging into the final frontier of discussion, activate the LCARS for essential context! See you, out there...

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!In Episode 086 of Altered Trek join Admiral Phillips and TFG1Mike as they rebrand Future Imperfect to Altered Trek, and give you a brief breakdown of what this GCRN Star Trek podcast will be all about as they endeavor to engage the Star Trek they enjoy! As always Live Long, and Prosper! And Make It So!GCRN Universal Ratings System!Use TFG1Mike's LinkTree to Follow Him!!Follow Steve/Megatron on X and Threads!Send Us Email HERE!

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!In this episode of "Future Imperfect," Admiral Phillips returns with Birdman and Alex from ThisWeekinGeek and Aaron Pollyea dig deep and discover their favorite must-watch episodes of Star Trek: The Next Generation - Season 2. Listen in to find out what those are and what they plan to discuss next. Live Long, and Prosper!

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!The team revisits Season 1 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, examining three standout episodes: "The Naked Now," "The Battle," and "The Big Goodbye." They discuss the character dynamics between Tasha Yar and Data, the Ferengi-focused narrative regarding the USS Stargazer, and the first major holodeck failure involving the Dixon Hill simulation. The discussion also covers the technical details of the Constellation-class starship, the science behind the show's depictions of stellar evolution, and the logistical implications of the "Picard Maneuver."

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!The hosts break down the conclusion of the third season of Star Trek: Discovery, focusing on the unresolved plot points, questionable creative choices, and the general inconsistency of the narrative. They discuss the specific problems with the season finale, including the logic behind the "Burn," the scale issues of the ship's interior, and the overuse of CGI. The panel also highlights their frustrations with the show's departure from established franchise lore, the reliance on mystery-box storytelling, and their reactions to the return of the Guardian of Forever.