Seven’s Borg past resurfaces as she uncovers the tragic truth of her assimilation in Voyager’s “The Raven.” Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin analyze her struggle with humanity, compelling character moments, and deeper themes of identity and transformation.
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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week, from 9 December 2024 to 16 January 2025.
The Fifth Doctor faces the Daleks’ deadliest schemes in Resurrection of the Daleks! Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin discuss this grim tale of betrayal, destruction, and Tegan’s heartbreaking farewell in a pivotal Doctor Who adventure.
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Celebrate Star Trek’s legacy with Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler as they uncover the secrets of 765874 Unification. This visually stunning series of videos unites timelines, gives a fitting sendoff to Kirk and Spock, and honors Trek’s themes of friendship and renewal.
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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week, from 1 January 2025 to 9 January 2025.
Celebrate 400 episodes with Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin as they tackle Downtime, a rare Doctor Who story without the Doctor. A direct-to-video fan production with classic characters and the Great Intelligence’s sinister web, they uncover its surprising legacy and connections to canon.
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Dive through the layers of DS9’s “The Forsaken” with Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin as they discuss where Odo’s vulnerability meets Lwaxana Troi’s compassion. From chaotic ambassadors to a rogue alien program, they break down the drama, humor, and emotional depth in this episode!
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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week, from 28 December 2024 to 29 December 2024.
Unwrap the 15th Doctor’s Christmas special with Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Chip Hines. With star seeds, time hotels, and a heartfelt nod to the Star of Bethlehem, they discuss themes of hope, humanity, and a very Moffat Christmas.
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Tackle the Lower Decks series finale with Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler. From reality-warping rifts to Klingon drama, they assess the bold ending, its legacy, and what’s next for Star Trek fans. Don’t miss this animated conclusion!
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