About this episode

The episode explores a dark training mission that leads to casualties while also featuring notable performances by Holly Hunter and Paul Giamatti.

This one gets pretty dark, with a training mission that goes horribly wrong, leading to casualties. Meanwhile, Holly Hunter watches Paul Giamatti chew scenery (in the best possible way). Plus, don’t forget the YA-mandatory and story-arc-relevant sexy times!...

People in this episode

Hosts: Scott McNulty, Jason Snell

Topics covered

• dark themes
• training mission
• casualties
• YA elements
• story arcs
• character dynamics

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Starfleet Academy

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