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Star Trek Phase Two Rewatch - A Star Trek Phase II Podcast

Star Trek Phase Two Rewatch - A Star Trek Phase II Podcast

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 In 1977, Star Trek returned to television.

The Enterprise was refitted. Starfleet felt bigger and more formal. Familiar faces returned alongside new ones, and the galaxy felt slightly less romantic and a little more complicated.

Hosted by Greg Westlake, The Phase 2 Rewatch treats Star Trek Phase II as the television series it was meant to be. Episode by episode, the show revisits the stories, characters, and production choices of Phase II as it aired in the late seventies,

Each episode begins with a detailed story summary, followed by informed, opinionated commentary from the perspective of a lifelong TOS. fan. Along the way, the podcast explores character arcs, bridge dynamics, behind-the-scenes television realities, and how Phase II tried to move Star Trek forward while still carrying its past.

This is not a pitch, a thought experiment, or a nostalgia tour. It’s a rewatch.2026 Caloroga Shark Media Kunst
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  • 9. To Attain The All

    9. To Attain The All
    Mar 1 2026
    Original air date: Friday, November 18, 1977

    The Enterprise escorts a Federation delegation to Meridian Colony, a world that appears to have solved conflict, crime, and political unrest. But beneath the surface of Meridian’s peaceful society lies a system of subtle neurological conditioning designed to suppress dissent and eliminate emotional instability.

    As Kirk weighs Federation ideals against practical stability, divisions form among the crew. Decker and Scotty view Meridian’s engineered order as a potential solution in a volatile galaxy, while McCoy and Xon question the moral cost of tampering with free will. Ilia senses a deeper fear driving Meridian’s leadership, and the Enterprise must decide whether perfection is worth the price.

    Greg Westlake examines one of the season’s most politically ambitious episodes, explores the growing Decker/Scotty alignment and the evolving McCoy/Xon dynamic, and discusses mounting fan criticism that the series feels more cautious than revolutionary. With only a handful of episodes left in the original thirteen-episode pickup, the stakes for Phase II are beginning to rise, both on screen and off.
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    11 Min.
  • 8. Are Unheard Melodies Sweet?

    8. Are Unheard Melodies Sweet?
    Feb 22 2026
    Star Trek - Phase II continues its exploration of sensory experience and self-control in an episode that deepens character relationships while raising questions about the show’s future.When a Federation listening post falls silent near a world emitting powerful harmonic fields, the Enterprise crew discovers a phenomenon capable of overwhelming consciousness itself. As Kirk balances caution and responsibility, the crew’s internal alliances become clearer, revealing how Phase II’s new dynamics are taking shape.O

    On The Phase II Rewatch, Greg Westlake discusses the solidifying Decker and Scotty partnership, the evolving McCoy and Xon relationship, and subtle character moments involving Sulu, Ilia, and Decker. The episode also examines growing industry rumors that the cast may be trimmed if the show continues beyond its initial thirteen-episode order, and the concern that Phase II is beginning to feel more comfortable than daring.

    Original air date: Friday, November 11, 1977
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    7 Min.
  • 7. Deadlock

    7. Deadlock
    Feb 15 2026
    With tensions rising aboard the Enterprise, Star Trek - Phase II delivers one of its most effective bottle episodes by turning uncertainty itself into the enemy.While escorting a diplomatic convoy, the Enterprise becomes trapped in a phenomenon that fractures command authority and undermines trust in data, procedure, and decision-making. As Kirk and Will Decker arrive at opposing conclusions, the crew divides along philosophical lines, forcing Kirk to act without the assurance of certainty.On The Phase II Rewatch, Greg Westlake breaks down a fan-favorite episode that helped restore confidence in the series, highlights the emerging Decker and Scotty alignment, and explores the unexpected McCoy and Xon partnership. The discussion also looks at Starlog’s “Life Without Spock?” article, growing industry pressure, and rumors that Phase II may soon face competition from a new space-based series in development.

    Original air date: Friday, November 4, 1977
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    7 Min.
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