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Star Trek UniverseNew Unconnected Star Trek Film + Khan Canonicity, A Sisko Tease and... Pluribus!?On this episode of Star Trek Universe, Matt and Dave are discussing the death of the Kelvinverse, Paramount's aborting of Simon Kinberg's Star Trek: Origin trilogy and the development of Goldstein and Daley's new supposedly unconnected Star Trek film! We're also talking about the canonicity of the podcast Star Trek: Khan, maman, as well as a tease about Captain Sisko for Starfleet Academy, and how Strange New Worlds is reigning it in for the wrap-up! All that and so much more, maman! It's wild. We even get into a spoilery section on Pluribus for those keeping up with that Apple...
2025-12-011h 16
Popular PigCarroll Family Farms: From Local Roots to Global Reach | John Carroll
About the Guest
John Carroll is a managing partner of Carroll Family Farms, a multi-generational farming operation with roots in the U.S. and expansion into Brazil. Known for his strategic vision, John has built a globally integrated operation focused on long-term value, operational excellence, and leadership. His work reflects a deep respect for the land, and a dedication to building a legacy through innovation and hard work.
What can you expect to learn from this episode of Popular Pig?
How a 5th-generation Illinois farm grew in...
2025-10-2344 min
Star Trek UniverseStarfleet Academy NYCC Trailer, Strange New Worlds Season 4 Clip, + United UpdatesWe’re talking Starfleet Academy casting (Tilly's back, sorta) and premiere news, Strange New Worlds season 4’s “go for broke” energy, and the Star Trek: United series that might still be. Interesting news bits abound in the world of Trek, maman!Starfleet AcademyTilly is Reportedly Only in One Episode!Details on Caleb Mir and S.A.M.How They Changed the S.A.M. Character for Kerrice BrooksAlex Kurtzman Praises CastNew Trailer for Star Trek: Starfleet AcademyStephen Colbert to Play Digital Dean of StudentsOfficial SynopsisStarfleet Academy Release Date Details (January 15)Strange N...
2025-10-1747 min
Star Trek UniverseNews: Strange New Worlds! Year One! Legacy! Scouts! The Paramount/WBD Merger!It's our 300th episode, maman! We're getting into all sorts of news!Strange New WorldsGoldsman and Myers' Thoughts on Rewriting History in "Terrarium"Taking From "The Inner Light" for the finale was IntentionalBatel's Loss Will Impact Pike ForeverPike Can't Escape His FateBatel's Eyes Were Not a Reference to Gary MitchellThey are Done with the Gorn and the VezdaThey Thought "New Life and New Civilizations" Might Be the Series FinalePelia Does Know the Doctor from Doctor WhoWhy Season 4 Will Be...
2025-09-221h 42
Star Trek UniverseStrange New Worlds 3x10 - "New Life and New Civilizations" ReviewThey finally told an original story, maman -- or they started to before they were "inspired" by an episode of The Next Generation and did that instead. Alright, fine. It was the only part that actually worked.Episode Reviewed: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x10 - "New Life and New Civilizations" Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late 1980s.Join Us:Site: http://startrekucast.comApple: http://b...
2025-09-151h 13
Star Trek UniverseStrange New Worlds 3x09 - " Terrarium" ReviewDivert power to cliché, snarky one-liners, maman! Even in the face of death, and with no one listening, it's time to get in an old yuk-yuk! But ain't nobody laughing at the end, maman. It goes from tragic story to a tragic couple of missteps in franchise continuity! What are they doing, maman? Episode Reviewed: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x09 - "Terrarium" Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late 1980s.
2025-09-0854 min
Star Trek UniverseStrange New Worlds 3x08 - "Four-and-a-Half Vulcans" ReviewYes, we watched it, maman. We saw "Four-and-a-Half Vulcans." Our tears are bitter, maman. Our souls are thin as to be wisped away by a wayward zephyr. We weep for our bodies are malnourished; our spirits are distressed. It is a dark age, maman. We require a bonfire of the inanities.Episode Reviewed: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x08 - "Four-and-a-Half Vulcans" Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late 1980s.
2025-09-0138 min
Star Trek UniverseStrange New Worlds 3x07 - "What is Starfleet?"Beto’s been filming on the Enterprise for weeks, maman - and the fruit of his labor is “What is Starfleet?” There were other things to talk about, maman. Starfleet probably didn't declassify that ish, maman. We’re talking about Strange New Worlds 3x07 - “What is Starfleet?” as well as a little bit of news about who Paramount has put in charge of programming at Paramount +!Episode Reviewed: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x07 - "What is Starfleet?" Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dav...
2025-08-271h 07
Star Trek UniverseStrange New Worlds 3x06 - "The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail" ReviewPelia talking about her age is getting stale while Kirk becomes the Sehlat who ate its tail. Gather your telephones, maman! It's time for a chat!Episode Reviewed: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x06 - "The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail" Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late 1980s.Join Us:Site: http://startrekucast.comApple: http://bit.ly/StuCastSpotify: http://bit.ly/StarTrekUCastS...
2025-08-2059 min
Star Trek UniverseArcher Series!? + Strange New Worlds 3x05 - "Through The Lens of Time" ReviewMike Sussman and Bakula have a pitch for a President Archer series! Simon Pegg says the new head of Paramount is a huge Star Trek fan! Plus we review Strange New Worlds 3x05, "Through the Lens of Time" and love it! So many fan theories this episode, maman! It's jam-packed!Episode Reviewed: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x05 - "Through the Lens of Time" Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late1980s...
2025-08-101h 37
Star Trek UniverseStrange New Worlds 3x04 - "A Space Adventure Hour" ReviewThings are bleak, maman. The snake has eaten it's tail so hard it's currently licking it's chin. They have ten episodes, and they've now used one to denigrate The Original Series and re-use every tired holodeck story from the 90s series all in one. We were not amused, maman. But Paul killed it with his duel performance. Hats off on that one, maman.Episode Reviewed: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x04 - "A Space Adventure Hour" Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and M...
2025-08-0547 min
Star Trek UniverseStrange New Worlds 3x03 - "Shuttle to Kenfori" ReviewTo get Captain Batel out of her bed, Pike and M'Benga must fight the undead! It's a rough time for the crew! Zombies, revenge plots, Erica gets in trouble with Number One who has a number two on her head, mind melds or somethin... it's wild, maman.Episode Reviewed: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x03 - "Shuttle to Kenfori" Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late1980s.Join Us:
2025-07-3142 min
Star Trek UniverseSDCC: Starfleet Academy! Strange New Worlds! Khan!SDCC 2025 has hit, and it has brough some trailers and teasers, maman! We got thoughts! Here's what we're talking about:Khan‘Star Trek: Khan’ Audio Series To Feature George Takei As Sulu And Tim Russ As TuvokKhan Trailer: https://youtu.be/D71evfU4E1MStrange New WorldsShowrunners Have A Name For Follow-Up Star Trek Series Set On Kirk’s EnterpriseShowrunners Begging Fans to Write in to Paramount to Make Star Trek: Year One'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Season 4 Teaser (Stupid Puppets) https://youtu.be/Az-cm8gmKSMStarfleet AcademyFirst Trailer: https://youtu.be/VkBU8lvXm...
2025-07-2935 min
Star Trek UniverseStrange New Worlds 3x02 - "Wedding Bell Blues" ReviewAs we bypass strange new worlds for familiar old ground, the Star Trek universe continues to get smaller, maman. What used to feel like endless possibility now feels like a ho-hum countdown to the next bit of heavy-handed fan service. But whatever, maman. It wasn't as bad as Section 31. Not by a stretch.Episode Reviewed: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x02 - "Wedding Bell Blues" Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the l...
2025-07-2134 min
Star Trek UniverseStrange New Worlds 3x01 - "Hegemony, Part II" ReviewStrange New Worlds is back, and so are we – discussing part two of Hegemony! Let's see how the crew of the Enterprise gets out of this crazy mess, maman! I believe in them! Lord knows, maman -- they can get out of any jam with their super-fast solution abilities!Episode Reviewed: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x01 - "Hegemony, Part II" Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late1980s.Joi...
2025-07-1843 min
Star Trek UniverseStrange New Worlds Ending Announced!In an unsurprising move, Paramount Plus has decided to end Star Trek: Strange New Worlds with a six-episode fifth season! We talk about our feelings regarding this announcement and speculate on how the impending Paramount merger and their new CEO will effect the state of Star Trek. Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late1980s.Join Us:Site: http://startrekucast.comApple: http://bit.ly/StuCastSpotify: http://bi...
2025-06-1334 min
Star Trek Universe'Strange New Worlds' Season 3 Trailer + NewsOn this episode of Star Trek Universe, we’re discussing that Strange New Worlds season 3 trailer, maman... plus talking about the posters they've recently released, season 3 episode titles, a Starfleet Academy update and some very interesting statements from Tawny Newsome about her (hopefully) upcoming Trek series!Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late1980s.Join Us:Site: http://startrekucast.comApple: http://bit.ly/StuCastSpotify: http://bit.ly...
2025-06-121h 29
What do I know with Isaac CarrollWalking Through Matthew 27: Jesus' Final HoursSend us a textHave you ever considered the magnitude of suffering Jesus endured before His crucifixion? When Matthew mentions a "Roman cohort" gathered to mock Jesus, he's referring to approximately 480 soldiers—an entire battalion—participating in the torment. This staggering detail transforms our understanding of Christ's pre-crucifixion experience.Our deep dive into Matthew 27 reveals numerous overlooked aspects of the crucifixion narrative. The "wine mixed with gall" offered to Jesus wasn't just another cruelty—it was actually intended to dull pain. Jesus' refusal becomes profoundly meaningful: He deliberately chose to bear the full weight of suffer...
2025-05-3110 min
Decoding the GurusEric Weinstein vs. Sean Carroll: Pomp & FuryIn this medium-decoding episode, Matt and Chris turn their attention to an unlikely venue for cutting-edge theoretical physics: Piers Morgan Uncensored. There, Eric Weinstein, renegade genius and uber guru, squares off with Sean Carroll, an actual physicist and popular science communicator, in what might generously be called a “debate.”Eric brings his usual mix of personality-focused historical revisionism, intentional technobabble, and performative outrage, complete with a conspiratorial tale of how physics was hijacked in 1983 by a single lecture (that Eric was naturally present at) and how Eric is the unacknowledged creator of Seiberg-Witten equations. Sean Carroll, meanwhile, does...
2025-05-302h 08What do I know with Isaac CarrollNavigating Church Conflicts and Forgiveness in Matthew 18Send us a textForgiveness isn't just a nice idea—it's the heartbeat of authentic Christian living. Join host Isaac Carroll as we dive deep into Matthew 18:15-35, where Jesus provides his disciples with practical wisdom on handling conflict and the radical nature of forgiveness.What exactly should you do when someone wrongs you? Jesus outlines a clear, progressive approach that begins with private conversation and escalates only when necessary. This blueprint for conflict resolution shows us that accountability and restoration can coexist beautifully within the church community.The conversation takes a fascinating tu...
2025-04-0408 min
Star Trek Universe"Star Trek: Section 31" ReviewGeorgiou is back, but the film’s getting flack, maman! Is it as bad as you’ve heard, or is the hate undeserved? We’ll be bringing you our spoiler-free thoughts, followed by our spoiler-filled thoughts on "Star Trek: Section 31"!Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late1980s.Join Us:Site: http://startrekucast.comApple: http://bit.ly/StuCastSpotify: http://bit.ly/StarTrekUCastSpreaker: http://bit.ly/Stu...
2025-01-2653 minWhat do I know with Isaac CarrollToday's Bible Reading: Matthew 8 - Lessons on Faith, Humility, and Trusting God's Greater PlanSend us a textWhat if enduring hardship serves a greater purpose in your life? In this episode of "What Do I Know," I, Isaac Carroll, invite you to join me on an exploration of Matthew 8, where profound lessons on faith and humility unfold. We begin with the touching account of Jesus healing a man with leprosy—an encounter that embodies the essence of approaching God with a heart aligned to His will rather than our own desires. I share a personal story about a friend grappling with illness, who finds peace not in seeking immediate relief, bu...
2025-01-1811 minWhat do I know with Isaac CarrollToday's Bible Reading: Matthew 7 - Embracing Hard Truths, Discernment, and True DiscipleshipSend us a textWhat happens when we confront the uncomfortable truths of Matthew Chapter 7? Join me, Isaac Carroll, as we explore Jesus' profound teachings and tackle the vital question of whether we seek validation from others or prioritize God's approval above all else. We'll dissect the often-misunderstood command to not pass judgment on others, challenging us to exercise discernment with love and humility for our own shortcomings. By delving into the metaphor of the narrow gate, we uncover the necessity of embracing the challenging, yet rewarding path of true discipleship.As we navigate this...
2025-01-1215 min
Star Trek UniverseLower Decks 5x09 & 5x10 | Series Finale ReviewSaying goodbye to Lower Decks sucks, maman. Hopefully we'll get more from these characters somewhere in the future. Time for our final review of Lower Decks, maman. They set so much up...Episodes Reviewed:Star Trek: Lower Decks 5x09 - "Fissure Quest"Star Trek: Lower Decks 5x10 - "The New Next Generation" (Series Finale)Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late1980s.Join Us:Site...
2024-12-271h 05What do I know with Isaac CarrollBible study inspired by spiritual brotherhood and a passion for the word of God. Matthew 1Send us a textFeeling burnt out and reluctant to revisit the New Testament? Join me, Isaac Carroll, as I share the personal journey of how my colleague, Danny, helped my find my direction. Inspired by Danny's unwavering faith and encouragement, I embarked on a transformative exploration of Matthew's unique perspective as a tax collector, unraveling the threads that connect Jesus' lineage and prophecies to the Israeli people. Through this episode, discover how the Gospel of Matthew acts as a bridge between the Old and New Testaments, while also highlighting the profound influence of a friend's support...
2024-12-1112 min
Star Trek UniverseLower Decks 5x07 and 5x08 - "Fully Dilated" and "Upper Decks"Catching up on two more episode of Lower Decks, maman. We got a purple Data head and tales of the upper decks, maman. Lurks and clicking jerks. Something's happening, maman.Episodes Reviewed:Star Trek: Lower Decks 5x07 - "Fully Dilated"Star Trek: Lower Decks 5x08- "Upper Decks"Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late1980s.Join Us:Site: http://startrekucast.comApple: http...
2024-12-0946 min
Star Trek UniverseLower Decks 5x05 and 06 - "Starbase 80?!" and "Of Gods and Angles" ReviewIt's a double review this round, maman! We're catching up on the final season of Star Trek: Lower Decks! We're taking a trip to Starbase 80 and retreading over some already-too-well-tread ground involving feuding peoples and young lovers. It's a real mixed bag, maman!Episodes Reviewed:Star Trek: Lower Decks 5x05 - "Starbase 80?!"Star Trek: Lower Decks 5x06 - "Of Gods and Angles"Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since...
2024-11-271h 03
Star Trek Universe"765874 - Unification" Review"765874 - Unification" isn't just the return of William Shatner as James Kirk, it's also the return of Robin Curtis as Saavik and Gary Lockwood as Gary Mitchell. But what does it all mean, maman?We're talking about all of the OTOY/Roddenberry Archive shorts up to the latest, Unification, as well as the extended media that inspired the content from the shorts such as William Shatner's "Return" novels, the Marvel Star Trek: Early Voyages story that introduced the Well of Tomorrows and gave us Yeoman Colt's serial number (765874), Star Trek #400, and the novel "Vulcan Heart" as well as...
2024-11-2329 min
Star Trek UniverseLower Decks 5x04 - "A Farewell to Farms" ReviewWe're talking Star Trek: Lower Decks 5x04 - "A Farewell to Farms", maman! Time for some Ma'ah and Migleemo maman! Klingons and Klowahkans!AND MORE. SPACIAL. RIFTS.Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late1980s.Join Us:Site: http://startrekucast.comApple: http://bit.ly/StuCastSpotify: http://bit.ly/StarTrekUCastSpreaker: http://bit.ly/StuCastSpreaker
2024-11-0838 min
Star Trek UniverseLower Decks 5x03 - "The Best Exotic Nanite Hotel" ReviewWe're talking Star Trek: Lower Decks 5x03 - "The Best Exotic Nanite Hotel", maman! Mariner and Jennifer finally get closure! Boimler is thrown into danger for being wiry! Tendi is excited to be back to scanning! Apocalypse later (because the future)! It's honestly not a ton to talk about, maman, but there are more space fissures!Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since the late1980s.Join Us:Site: http://startrekucast.com
2024-11-0139 min
Star Trek UniverseLower Decks 5x01 & 5x02 ReviewIt's a fresh beginning for the end of a beloved series, maman! A cosmic fissure leaves the crew of the Cerritos in a position of crappy self-reflection as they're forced to face the paths they could have taken in 5x01, "Dos Cerritos" -- Then, in 5x02, "Shades of Green", our crew is still reeling from what they know of their counterparts while Tendi reels from the consequences of making the blue orions canon! It's a fine how-do-ya-don't, maman!Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and...
2024-10-2544 min
Meet the Mancunian Podcast: social impact stories from ManchesterSupporting community radio and mental health with Matthew CarrollIn the 16th and final episode of Season 8 of the Meet the Mancunian Podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe welcomes Matthew Carroll, Station Manager of Evolve Radio. Carroll shares his 25-year journey in community and hospital radio,
discussing the personal and professional challenges he has faced, including struggles with mental health.
He introduces his latest venture, Evolve Radio,
aimed at bringing community radio to Stockport and providing training opportunities for aspiring broadcasters. The episode reflects on the importance of staying goal-focused, the impact of community radio, and plans for future
programming.
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2024-09-1728 min
Star Trek UniverseSDCC 2024 Star Trek News + Trailer ReviewsMaybe it's like self check-out, maman. If we're the ones promoting and begging for what we want, they can spend less on marketing. But I'm so tired of begging, maman. We have a whole laundry list of Trek stuff we want, maman. It's a big list. But let's talk about what they're giving us instead, as revealed at SDCC:Lower Decks Season 5 Teaser Trailer and synopsisStar Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Season 3 SDCC ClipDr. Roger Korby Returns!‘Strange New Worlds’ Season 3: More Romance, Genres, And Scotty‘Prodigy’ Season 2 Coming To VOD On Monday, DVD/Blu-Ray In November + Panel HighlightsKate Mulgrew Th...
2024-08-021h 31
Spiritual Media Blog PodcastInterview with Carroll Ann Friedmann, author of Practicing the Yoga SutrasPracticing the Yoga Sutras by Carroll Ann Friedmann combines clear explanations of The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali with prompts for personal discovery and reflection. The concise instructions and explanations offered by the Yoga Sutras are still powerful and exceedingly valuable for moving toward peace and knowledge of the Self. Practicing the Yoga Sutras also offers space for personal reflections and self-study notes.
I recently had the chance to talk to Carroll Ann about her book and practical ways to apply its teachings and The Yoga Sutras to your daily life. She shares insights about specific group of...
2024-07-2446 min
Star Trek UniverseProdigy Season 2 ReviewHere it is, maman. Don't let the beginning fool ya. We loved us some Prodigy season 2. There were some bumps, but this is some of the best Trek of the last seven years! If you haven't seen it, don't be spoiled! If you have, we get into it, maman! Episode Reviewed:Star Trek: Prodigy Season 2Hosts:David C. RobersonMatthew CarrollNote: This episode of Star Trek Universe continues Dave and Matt's ongoing journey discussing Star Trek as they have since they were 6 years old during the early '90s.
2024-07-141h 09