Lucky Day (15) – The Secrets of Doctor Who

Ruby Sunday’s uneasy return to ordinary life takes center stage as Dom Bettinelli, Father Chip Hines, and Jimmy Akin tackle UNIT’s startling decisions and dissect Lucky Day’s pointed take on influencer culture and trust in authority.

https://youtu.be/0E0SrGTkhqs

Direct Link to the Episode.

Subscribe on iTunes. | Other Ways to Subscribe.

The Ambergris Element (The Animated Series) – The Secrets of Star Trek

An aquatic world forces Kirk and Spock to become water breathers in The Ambergris Element. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin unpack the science, tech quirks, and cultural clashes of this animated adventure.

https://youtu.be/_8pSwymN9u4

Direct Link to the Episode.

Subscribe on iTunes. | Other Ways to Subscribe.

The Well (15th Doctor) – The Secrets of Doctor Who

A sinister force stalks the Doctor and Belinda. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Chip Hines discuss the deadly secrets, moral sacrifice, and echoes of “Midnight.”

https://youtu.be/kDdLIwsUw6w

Direct Link to the Episode.

Subscribe on iTunes. | Other Ways to Subscribe.

Carbon Creek (Enterprise) – The Secrets of Star Trek

What if Vulcans beat Zefram Cochrane to first contact? T’Pol’s tale of a 1957 Pennsylvania landing sparks debate. Dom Bettinelli, Father Jason Tyler, and Jimmy Akin unpack the truths and twists of Enterprise’s “Carbon Creek.”

https://youtu.be/Zn-JZjsXTaM

Direct Link to the Episode.

Subscribe on iTunes. | Other Ways to Subscribe.

Lux (15th Doctor) – The Secrets of Doctor Who

A sentient cartoon, chaos gods, and 1950s movie magic collide in a surreal showdown. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin unpack Lux, where the Doctor and Belinda outwit a deity using fire, film, and fourth-wall breaks.

https://youtu.be/pYbvfGdOUtU

Direct Link to the Episode.

Subscribe on iTunes. | Other Ways to Subscribe.

Scientific Method (Voyager) – The Secrets of Star Trek

Moral boundaries are tested as Voyager’s crew is unknowingly experimented on by hidden aliens. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler debate the ethics, character arcs, and sci-fi echoes from TNG.

Direct Link to the Episode.

Subscribe on iTunes. | Other Ways to Subscribe.

The Robot Revolution (15th Doctor) – The Secrets of Doctor Who

A robot uprising, time fractures, and a reluctant companion spark the 15th Doctor’s new season. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Chip Hines debate heavy themes, storytelling finesse, and where the mystery-filled season might lead.

https://youtu.be/SenUyyDLYiE

Direct Link to the Episode.

Subscribe on iTunes. | Other Ways to Subscribe.

Dramatis Personae (DS9) – The Secrets of Star Trek

From mutiny tension to eerie character shifts, Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler break down DS9’s Dramatis Personae, digging into first-season character dynamics, eerie performances, and what this telepathic twist reveals about the crew.

https://youtu.be/zSfqlGE9AkQ

Direct Link to the Episode.

Subscribe on iTunes. | Other Ways to Subscribe.

Planet of Fire (5th Doctor) – The Secrets of Doctor Who

A story loaded with goodbyes, revelations, and fiery drama. Peri debuts, Turlough departs, and the 5th Doctor faces the Master one last time—plus a companion death. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin discuss Planet of Fire.

https://youtu.be/H2vUkMFZcj8

Direct Link to the Episode.

Subscribe on iTunes. | Other Ways to Subscribe.

Too Short A Season (TNG) – The Secrets of Star Trek

Aging, guilt, and redemption clash in “Too Short a Season” as a “Badmiral” takes a deadly path to correct his past. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler dissect the episode’s message—and its flaws.

https://youtu.be/TsL44ut4cI8

Direct Link to the Episode.

Subscribe on iTunes. | Other Ways to Subscribe.