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Exploring the hidden layers and deeper meanings found in the Stargate movie and series.

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United States

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Exploring the hidden layers and deeper meanings found in the Stargate movie and series.

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@sqpn

Language:

English


Episodes

Lost City, Parts 1 and 2 (SG1)

3/15/2024
Is it the best Stargate movie? Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss this two-parter that brings us to the verge of Atlantis, including the introduction of Dr. Weir and the portrayal of political power struggles. The post Lost City, Parts 1 and 2 (SG1) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:51:13

Inauguration (SG1)

3/8/2024
It's a clip show, but it's a good one! Jack Baruzzini, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss this episode featuring William Devane, praising his performance as president and highlighting how the episode prepares for the big season finale and the advent of Atlantis. The post Inauguration (SG1) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:25:11

Resurrection (SG1)

3/1/2024
Stargate goes X-Files! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss themes of government secrecy and ethical implications of experimentation, plus the horror ambiance and parallels to Silence of the Lambs. The post Resurrection (SG1) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:29:01

Heroes, Parts 1 and 2

2/23/2024
Sacrifice! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss this epic two-parter that swings from fun and quirky documentary to a shocking loss with exceptional acting and writing throughout. They also discuss military heroism and freedom of the press. The post Heroes, Parts 1 and 2 appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:51:44

Death Knell

2/16/2024
It's the death knell for the Tok'ra, Jaffa, and human alliance. Fr. Cory Sticha, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams analyze the end of the alliance and its ethical dilemmas, as well as the lack of action and team dynamics. The post Death Knell appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:34:31

Chimera

2/9/2024
"I'm a sucker for a DeLuise." Jack Baruzzini, Fr. Cory Sticha, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss this story that resolves the Osiris arc and introduces the controversial Pete Shanahan. Do Pete and Sam lack chemistry? Oh and that tablet. The post Chimera appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:40:14

Fallout

2/2/2024
Journey to the center of Kelowna! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss the return of Jonas, the secret Goa'uld girlfriend, and an underground crisis, along with geopolitical intrigue with real-world parallels. The post Fallout appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:34:19

Grace

1/26/2024
Carter's self-reflection. Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss this story of Carter being confronted with her mortality, her career decisions, and her relationships while stranded on a spaceship and injured. The post Grace appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:35:31

Evolution, Parts 1 and 2

1/19/2024
How do you make the Goa'uld formidable again? Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss this two-parter introducing the Kull warrior supersoldiers, plus a Tomb Raider adventure, great guest stars, and the ethical portrayal of torture. The post Evolution, Parts 1 and 2 appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:40:11

Birthright

1/12/2024
Female Jaffa! Jack Baruzzini, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss this story that includes Teal'c's romance, Jaffa patriarchal structures, and Daniel's moral dilemmas. They also highlight the essentially pro-life message and themes of freedom, sacrifice, and rebellion. The post Birthright appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:30:49

Avenger 2.0

1/5/2024
Dr. Felger is back! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss the story's humor, the on-set ad libs, and character dynamics, as well as speculate why fans initially panned this episode. Plus how close to a real computer coding environment it gets. The post Avenger 2.0 appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:33:01

Space Race

12/29/2023
It's a standard scifi plot of a dangerous race in space, but Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams each find something they like about it, from the interesting aliens to the comedic elements to the character chemistry. The post Space Race appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:34:22

Enemy Mine

12/22/2023
Ghost in the darkness? Jack Baruzzini, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss this story of a clash of species; the themes of respect and honor; how the understanding of the Unas shifts from beasts to intelligent beings; and the balance of security with diplomacy. The post Enemy Mine appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:30:35

Lifeboat

12/15/2023
Multiple personalities! Jack Baruzzini, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss this story of Daniel Jackson hosting a group of aliens in his head and the ethical and moral questions surrounding their fate, plus the plot holes in the episode's resolution. The post Lifeboat appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:32:53

Revisions

12/8/2023
A toxic planet and a populace controlled by a computer system. Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha and Victor Lams discuss the parallels to our time and the cautionary message about overeliance on technology and the impact of social media. The post Revisions appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:35:49

A special message from StarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli

12/7/2023
StarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli has a special message for listeners as we approach the Christmas season. We need to hear from you this Advent and Christmas at sqpn.com/give The post A special message from StarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:02:38

Orpheus

12/1/2023
For a Teal'c-centered story, Jack Baruzzini, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss Teal'c's post-symbiote changes and themes of resilience and inner strength; Daniel's continued recovery; and the influence of Peter DeLuise on the production of the show. The post Orpheus appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:34:47

Fragile Balance

11/24/2023
Fountain of youth! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams (and their young doppelgängers) discuss this story of cloning and its ethical dilemmas; the implications of a young clone set lose in society; and the many references to other scifi works. The post Fragile Balance appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:31:31

Homecoming

11/17/2023
Farewell Jonas! Jack Baruzzini, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss the finale of the Anubis arc, the departure of Jonas, and return of Daniel. This episode was packed with action, but also wrestles with the morality of doomsday weapons. The post Homecoming appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:40:30

Fallen

11/10/2023
Daniel is back? Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss this first of a two-parter, including the similarity to a certain Star Wars movie; the start of the Lost City theme; and the overlap of Daniel Jackson and Jonas Quinn. The post Fallen appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Duration:00:31:14