Season 2 of Star Trek: The Next Generation kicks off… with a forced pregnancy plotline. So yeah, we're not off to a great start.

In this episode of Holodeck Divas, we dive into “The Child” (S2E1), where Counselor Deanna Troi becomes mysteriously pregnant and absolutely no one handles it well, including the writers. Stef begins to question her entire relationship with Star Trek, while Chris gleefully points out plot holes you could fly a starship through.

Let’s just say: it’s not our favorite episode.

Trigger warning: We discuss some heavy and uncomfortable themes in this one. If you need to skip it, we get it. If you stick around, we promise at least we make it entertaining.

We are at the end of season 1 of Star Trek The Next Generation. Is the final episode worthy of Star Trek greatness, or does it match the energy of the entire season? Also why are we repeating storylines? Join Stef and Chris as they discuss the Star Trek TNG episode "The Neutral Zone" (s1e26). The name implies there are Romulans, so we can't wait to see an entire episode dedicated to only Romulans. Right? RIIIGGHHTT?

The Federation is in trouble! In this episode of Holodeck Divas we discuss the Star Trek - The Next Generation episode "Conspiracy" (s1e25). Captain Picard receives an urgent message with from an old friend, and is informed of a conspiracy happening at the highest levels of the Federation. What is the conspiracy, and can the crew of the Enterprise stop it? Also why can't anyone just look at the back of people's head? Listen to hear what Stef and Chris have to say!