The Nexus #85 - "That Which Survives" / "Family" (Patreon)

On this edition of The Nexus, the show is back to its regularly scheduled programming with TOS returning to the show! 

First up with that TOS episode, it's "That Which Survives." First airing on January 24, 1969, this episode features McCoy, Kirk and Sulu investigating a potentially artificial planet along with super-popular ship's geologist, Mr. D'Amato! The ep also showcases Kirk tossing out some anti-Russian sentiments, a rare appearance by Dr. M'Benga, Scotty trying to avoid murdering another woman, and Spock acting like a total jerk while in command! 

Then over on TNG, it's the post-"The Best of Both Worlds" fallout episode, "Family." This episode originally aired on October 1, 1990, and sees Captain Picard begrudgingly taking a (much-needed) trip back to his home village in France. Along the way we see Picard clash with his stuffy brother who will soon burn to death in a fire, aggressively flirt with his sister-in-law, meet his nephew who will also soon burn to death in a fire, and get sucked into hearing about a childhood friend's new scientific endeavor that he really does not want to be a part of!

The Nexus is a WHM podcast where the guys futilely go through two Star Trek series at the same time. Thank you so much for continuing to support our series of shows—we couldn't do it without you! We know you have lots of options for podz and we're super-stoked you chose to spend some time with us—thanks again!

Cover art by Felipe Sobreiro.