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Make It So: A Star Trek Legacy Podcast

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Welcome to MAKE IT SO: A STAR TREK LEGACY PODCAST, devoted to the Paramount+ series Star Trek: Picard, Star Trek: Lower Decks & Star Trek: Prodigy, the future of Star Trek in the 25th century, and The Next Generation era of the franchise. Hosted by Kurt North & Team, join them as they dig into every episode of Picard, Lower Decks, Prodigy and The Next Generation-era alongside a range of Star Trek-loving guests... A proud part of the We Made This podcast network.

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Welcome to MAKE IT SO: A STAR TREK LEGACY PODCAST, devoted to the Paramount+ series Star Trek: Picard, Star Trek: Lower Decks & Star Trek: Prodigy, the future of Star Trek in the 25th century, and The Next Generation era of the franchise. Hosted by Kurt North & Team, join them as they dig into every episode of Picard, Lower Decks, Prodigy and The Next Generation-era alongside a range of Star Trek-loving guests... A proud part of the We Made This podcast network.

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Episodes
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Star Trek Legacy: The Vidiians

4/21/2024
The Vidiians This episode of 'Make It So' delves into the intricate narratives of Star Trek: Voyager, focusing on the compelling and dark storyline of the Vidiian species with hosts Baz Greenland and Geoff Owen, alongside guest Ian Buckley, a notable Star Trek enthusiast. They provide in-depth analysis of the Vidiian arcs through episodes like 'Phage', 'Faces', and 'Life Signs', leading to a comprehensive breakdown of 'Deadlock', noted for its suspense and exploration of alternate realities. Additionally, the hosts explore Voyager's missed opportunities in character development, particularly with Harry Kim and Naomi Wildman, and critique the series' final handling of the Vidiians, suggesting potential for more nuanced resolutions. The episode contrasts Voyager's storytelling with that of Star Trek: The Next Generation, highlighting unexplored arcs and critiquing the evolution of certain character dynamics, especially between Chakotay and Janeway. This engaging discussion celebrates Voyager's bold themes while speculating on how unexplored storylines could have enriched the series.

Duration:01:32:15

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Star Trek Legacy: Sito Jaxa

3/17/2024
Join us this month as we delve into the character of Sito Jaxa, recently referenced in the latest season of Star Trek: Lower Decks. From her beginnings on Star Trek: The Next Generation "The First Duty" and her tragic fate in the episode "Lower Decks," we'll explore Sito's journey as a cadet aboard the USS Enterprise-D and the impact she left on the Star Trek universe. From her courageous decision to accept a risky mission to her ultimate sacrifice, we'll examine the significance of her character. Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes Linktr.ee/MakeItSo

Duration:01:13:52

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February 2024 Quick Update

2/15/2024
Fresh off the most recently recorded Make It So Supplemental Baz and Kurt offer a quick update on what to expect in the coming months on the podcast. For the final episodes of Star Trek Prodigy find our Sister show We Are Starfleet Podcast Here Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes on our patreon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:00:05:24

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Star Trek Legacy: Vows and Voyages

2/14/2024
In this episode of "Make It So: A Star Trek Legacy podcast," we delve into the joyous and sometimes turbulent world of weddings in the Star Trek universe. From the grandeur of interspecies ceremonies to the intimate vows exchanged between crew members, we explore the cultural significance of weddings across various Trek series. Join Baz Greenland, Geoff Owen and guest Violet Hammond as they Delve into the universe of Love.

Duration:01:12:15

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Make It So: Supplemental #6 DECLASSIFIED

12/31/2023
Make It So: Streaming Supplemental #6 It is New Years eve 2023, 2024 is hours away, Welcome to Make It So: Sunday Supplemental In this episode we have declassified the discussion Darren and Kurt had around the larger topic of Streaming, Make It So: Supplemetal is a Patreon Perk that plays a little looser than the main episodes of the show. Now that the strikes have concluded, Supplemental will be taking a close look at the news surrounding Star Trek and releasing episodes exclusive to Patrons. For more information on our perks and to listen to previous episode of Supplemental check out our Patreon In this episode, We dive deep into the expansive realms of streaming with our special guest, Darren Mooney with host Kurt NorthWe explore the fascinating 52 Weeks of Star Trek model, unpacking the narrowing of the fanbase for Paramountwe dissect the in-house design philosophy of the Star Wars universe, examining the intriguing evolution from characters like the Mandalorian bearing a resemblance to Boba Fett to the development of dedicated shows like Boba Fett's own series. Our discussion then takes on the the disruptive force that is Netflix in the television landscape. Netflix revolutionized the streaming industry, transforming how we consume content and influencing the very fabric of storytelling on the small screen. We explore the lasting impact of Netflix on the entertainment industry.The rollercoaster ride of Star Trek: Prodigy is also a talking point with its cancellation and resurrection. Host/Editor Kurt North Guests: Darren Mooney Show Producer Kurt North Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Follow your host: Kurt: https://linktr.ee/rmuldrake Theme music: 'Where No One Has Gone Before' (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes coming soon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:01:47:08

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Star Trek Legacy: Generations

12/24/2023
Merry Christmas Everyone. Join us on this month's episode of the "Make It So" podcast, the Star Trek legacy podcast, as we delve "Star Trek Generations." Hosts Geoff Owen and Baz Greenland invite Hugh Mcstay around for Christmas Dinner. In "Star Trek Generations," the Starship Enterprise is once again at the centre of a thrilling adventure, this time bridging the gap between two generations of Starfleet captains. Captain James T. Kirk, played by the legendary William Shatner, and Captain Jean-Luc Picard, portrayed by the incomparable Patrick Stewart, find themselves facing a cosmic phenomenon known as the Nexus. So, set your phasers to festive, and join us for an interstellar journey through the cosmos as we explore the Star Trek universe and its unexpected Christmas Joy in "Star Trek Generations" on the "Make It So" podcast! Engage! Host/Editor: Geoff Owen Guests: Baz Greenland and Hugh McStay Show Producer Kurt North Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes coming soon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:01:38:10

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Star Trek Prodigy: 1x10 A Moral Star Pt 2

12/19/2023
In this episode, we conclude our archived coverage of Season 1 of STAR TREK: PRODIGY, as your host Luke Winch & guest Ashley Thomas combine forces to discuss the tenth episode, 'A Moral Star', the second of a two-part mid-season finale... Host / Editor Luke Winch Guest Ashley Thomas Executive Producer Tony Black Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes on our patreon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:01:02:20

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Star Trek: Prodigy 1x09 - A Moral Star (Pt 1)

12/12/2023
In this episode, we continue our archived coverage of Season 1 of STAR TREK: PRODIGY, as your host Craig McKenzie & guest Ian Buckley, co-host of We Are Starfleet, combine forces to discuss the ninth episode, 'A Moral Star', the first of a two-part mid-season finale... Host / Editor Craig McKenzie Guest Ian Buckley Executive Producer Tony Black/Kurt North Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Follow your host: Kurt: https://linktr.ee/rmuldrake Theme music: 'Where No One Has Gone Before' (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes coming soon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:00:35:49

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Star Trek Prodigy: 1x08 Time Amok

12/5/2023
Prodigy 1x08 'Time Amok' - Episode Analysis In this episode, we continue our archived coverage of Season 1 of STAR TREK: PRODIGY, as your host Luke Winch & guest Mike Slamer, host of We Are Starfleet, combine forces to discuss the eighth episode, 'Time Amok'... Host / Editor Luke Winch Guest Mike Slamer Executive Producer Tony Black/Kurt North

Duration:00:55:22

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Star Trek Prodigy: 1x07 First Con-Tact

11/28/2023
Prodigy 1x07 'First Con-tact' - Episode Analysis In this episode, we continue our archived coverage of Season 1 of STAR TREK: PRODIGY, as your host Kurt North, of Make It So & guest Lee Hutchison combine forces to discuss the seventh episode, 'First Con-tact'... Host / Editor Kurt North Guest Lee Hutchison Executive Producer Tony Black Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes on our patreon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:00:49:20

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Star Trek Prodigy: 1x06 Kobayashi

11/23/2023
Prodigy 1x06 'Kobayashi' - Episode Analysis In this episode, we continue our coverage of Season 1 of STAR TREK: PRODIGY, as your hosts Craig McKenzie & Luke Winch combine forces to discuss the sixth episode, 'Kobayashi'... Host Craig McKenzie Co-Host / Editor Luke Winch Executive Producers Tony Black/Kurt North Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes on our patreon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:00:56:19

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Star Trek: Prodigy 1x05 - Terror Firma

11/21/2023
Prodigy 1x05 'Terror Firma' - Episode Analysis In this episode, we delve into the archive as we continue our coverage of Season 1 of STAR TREK: PRODIGY, as your guest host Tony Black & guest Darren Mooney combine forces to discuss the fifth episode, 'Terror Firma'... Host / Editor / Executive Producer Tony Black Guest Darren Mooney Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes on our patreon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:01:11:35

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Star Trek Legacy: A Musical Odyssey

11/19/2023
Join us in the latest episode of Make it so as your hosts Baz Greenland, Geoff Owen, and Violet Hammond embark on a melodious journey into the Star Trek universe. In this special episode, we explore the captivating use of music in two iconic Star Trek episodes, "Virtuoso" from Star Trek: Voyager and "His Way" from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Tune in as we boldly go where no podcast has gone before in this captivating exploration of "Virtuoso" and "His Way." Prepare to have your ears delighted and your mind expanded as we delve into the heartwarming and thought-provoking musical worlds of Star Trek. Host/Editor: Baz Greenland Guests: Geoff Owen and Violet Hammond Show Producer Kurt North Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes coming soon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:01:17:05

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Star Trek: Prodigy 1x04 - Dreamcatcher

11/16/2023
Welcome back to Make It So: A Star Trek Legacy Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the WE MADE THIS Archives (Originally Aired November 2021) and our coverage of Season 1 of STAR TREK: PRODIGY, your guest host Ashley Thomas & guest Amy Nelson combine forces to discuss the third episode, 'Starstruck'... Host Ashley Thomas Guest Amy Nelson Editor Luke Winch Executive Producer Tony Black/Kurt North Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes coming soon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:01:00:05

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Star Trek Prodigy 1x03 - Starstruck

11/14/2023
Welcome back to MAKE IT SO: A STAR TREK LEGACY podcast! In this episode, we continue to delve into the WE MADE THIS archives (AIRED NOVEMBER 2021) for our coverage of Season 1 of STAR TREK: PRODIGY, as your guest host Ashley Thomas & guest Amy Nelson combine forces to discuss the third episode, 'Starstruck'... Host Ashley Thomas Guest Amy Nelson Editor Luke Winch Executive Producers Tony Black/Kurt North Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes on our patreon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:00:54:17

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Star Trek: Prodigy 1x01/02 - Lost and Found

11/9/2023
Welcome back to Make It So: A Star trek Legacy Podcast! In this episode we dive into the archives of WE MADE THIS (Originally Aired November 2021) with our coverage of Season 1 of STAR TREK: PRODIGY, hosts Craig McKenzie & Luke Winch combine forces to discuss the first & second episode, series premiere 'Lost and Found'... Host / Editor Craig McKenzie Co-Host Luke Winch Executive Producers Tony Black/Kurt North Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes on our patreon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:00:59:24

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Star Trek Lower Decks 4x10 Old Friends, New Planets

11/2/2023
Star Trek Lower Decks: 4x10 Old Friends, New Planets Welcome back to MAKE IT SO: A STAR TREK: LEGACY podcast as we continue exploring the fourth season of Star Trek: Lower Decks. Host Kurt North and guest Craig McKenzie dissect the explosive season finale of Star Trek: Lower Decks, "Old Friends, New Planets." Mariner faces her own Khan-like challenge, while the Cerritos disobeys Starfleet orders to rescue her. Host: Kurt North Guests: Craig Mckenzie Show Producer/Editor: Kurt North Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes coming soon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:00:53:54

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Star Trek Lower Decks: 4x09 The Inner Fight

10/26/2023
Welcome back to MAKE IT SO: A STAR TREK: LEGACY podcast as we continue exploring the fourth season of Star Trek: Lower Decks. In our latest episode, hosted by Kurt North and featuring special guest Baz Greenland, we journey into the heart of season 4, exploring Episode 9, the penultimate chapter. This installment finally unveils the enigmatic force behind the season-long kidnappings, and it's a character that took us by complete surprise. Join us as we delve deep into the psychology of Mariner, examining the profound impact of war on her character. Plus, we'll explore Captain Freeman's own mundane adventure, adding a touch of lightheartedness to the mix. And, of course, we can't forget to decipher the mysterious motives of that elusive Bird of Prey. It's a thrilling ride through the uncharted territories of "Make It So: A Star Trek Legacy." Tune in as we unravel the mysteries and emotions in this thought-provoking episode. Host/Editor: Kurt North Guests: Baz Greenland Show Producer/: Kurt North Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes coming soon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:00:56:07

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Star Trek Legacy: Ro Laren

10/22/2023
Star Trek Legacy: Ro Laren Welcome aboard "Make It So: A Star Trek Legacy Podcast" for an enlightening journey into the character study of one of Star Trek's most complex and intriguing figures, Ro Laren. Hosted by the dynamic duo, Baz and Geoff, this episode takes a deep dive into the character of Ro Laren, portrayed with depth and nuance by Michelle Forbes in both "Star Trek: The Next Generation" and "Star Trek: Picard." As well as Michelle Forbes other work outside of Star Trek Ro Laren's fascinating journey from her initial appearances in "The Next Generation" to her return in "Picard" provides a wealth of material for Baz and Geoff to dissect. They'll explore the character's evolution, motivations, and the impact of her decisions on the Star Trek universe.Tune in for an in-depth analysis of Ro Laren's character, her relationships with other iconic Star Trek figures, and how Michelle Forbes brought this enigmatic character to life on the screen. Whether you're a longtime Trek fan or just delving into the series, this podcast episode is your guide to understanding the multi-faceted Ro Laren and her significance in the Star Trek legacy. Host: Goff Owen Guest: Baz Greenland Show Producer: Kurt North Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes coming soon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:01:24:08

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Star Trek Lower Decks: 04x08 Caves

10/19/2023
Star Trek Lower Decks: 4x08 Caves Welcome back to MAKE IT SO: A STAR TREK: LEGACY podcast as we continue exploring the fourth season of Star Trek: Lower Decks. Prepare for an exciting voyage into the Star Trek universe with hosts Geoff Owen and Craig Mckenzie on the "Make It So" podcast. In this episode, they delve into the thrilling chaos of Lower Decks' fourth season, episode 8: Caves Are the writers of Lower Decks hinting that season 5 might be the grand finale? Host/Editor: Geoff Owen Guests: Craig McKenzie Show Producer/: Kurt North Make It So on socials: https://linktr.ee/makeitso Theme music: (c) Sam Dillard Support the show and get access to bonus Star Trek-fuelled episodes, ad free listening, and early access to episodes coming soon: Join us as the Legacy continues...

Duration:00:51:14