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Data does try romance in a future episode. I won't spoil the particulars, but it's an interesting story. However, he won't achieve true emotions until the movies, when he finally installs an Emotion Chip into his posatronic brain. Then he has to learn how to control his emotions.
Hi Jen! So there have been changes to season 3 as you can tell. New uniforms (no jumpsuit with the colored stripes on the shoulders). They increased the budget as you can tell a bit. Also, new cinematography the original, Edward R Brown, retired, and was replaced with Marvin Rush. They got better film stock, so it doesn’t look as grainy. And the lighting is a little brighter and a bit softer. And you’re noticing a change in style. Stories are moving towards more character based, instead of plot, oriented episodes. And of course, a new title sequence! This is gonna be great!
The whole scene is just awesome. I particularly love how Picard completely drops his (entirely justified) smugness when the Sheliak agree to give him the time and thanks them with total sincerity. He doesn't taunt them or gloat or even try to say "see how it feels?" He just assumes his points were made and moves on.
Now, THIS was the season where the show got better and hit its mark. It also marked the debut of the new opening sequence, the return of Beverly Crusher, more comfortable uniforms, as well as a much brighter and cleaner set of the Enterprise-D.
Yup, I rewatched TNG about a year ago and the difference from season 2 to 3 is night and day - the camera is clearer, the direction better, and everything just feels more organic. Not that there weren't good episodes before or stinkers after, but the change in the way the show was shot and filmed was such a breath of fresh air.
Season 1 was confused, sort of throw everything at the wall and see what works. Season 2 went through growing pains. There was conflict between the actors, writers, creators, production company, and others. By season 3 they had a better idea of what they wanted from the show.
Nah, season 7 has some really good episodes besides the finale. Not a strong season over all, but it’s not all bad. They were only contracted for 6 seasons and did one more which made have led to a little wearing down of the shows quality. But some episodes like I said a really good, nice moments of character exploration.
"I like the new uniforms!" TNG has one of the best costume evolutions in ST. You can tell the actors were complaining until we got to these two piece fits.
I recall at the time that some of the actors were beginning to feel the effects of the one-piece suits physically (bad backs, etc) and this helped force a costume change. It did however introduce its own characteristic feature. Each time an actor (particularly Pickard) stood up, they had to pull down the top to cover the midriff gap. Look close and you will see the quick jerk downward after rising.
Diana Muldaur left after season two for her own reasons. That left the door open for Stewart and others to convince McFadden to come back. Since the producer that she butted heads with also left, she said yes.
@@kerry-j4m Please tell us more. What seemed to be the trouble? The producers seem to have quite a history of .... Let's say "treating female cast members in a manner that many of them were unhappy about".
Fun Fact the thing he inspects for dust is called a haul plate. It contaings the ship's name and lead builders along with the names of her first commanders. To be a haul plate owner means you either built the ship or crewed her at her launching. If you can zoom it you see the names of the creator and producers of the show. Fleet Admiral Gene Roddenberry is in that bronze.
One of the benefits of the HD Remasters, many of the computer consoles and terminals and other set dressings have these fun Easter eggs that we originally missed on the lower quality versions we watched when they originally aired. (Raises fists over never having receivied HD remasters for DS9)
Picard hanging up on the Sheliac and making them wait is one of the iconic and most favorite scenes of the series. You just watched Star Trek history in the making.
The writers were really starting to understand the characters here, leading to some of the best episodes of Trek. I also think they'd resolved the BTS dramas that were happening all throughout seasons 1&2.
@noneya3635 it's a reference to Robin Williams' comedic show, mork and Mindy. He plays an alien and that's his catch phrase. His space ship resembles an egg.
Or that computer virus that caused a system wide technological failure on THIS SHIP in season 2. You know, the same one that made the Yamato explode. But hey, 79 years, eight months, splitting hairs really.
I think that if Jen was scooped up and transported to the 24th century, she'd fit right in effortlessly. I've never seen anybody take to a show so quickly and organically. I hope Jen gets to go to a Star Trek convention soon. That would be fun to see. \\//
To be fair they don't keep records very well. "There has not been a systems wide technological failure on a starship in 79 years." 'Hey, what happened to the USS Yamato?' 'Uhhh... the Romulans got it... it hit a space mine... a black hole... stop asking questions!'
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The Ensigns of Command. The episode where PIcard beat the Sheliak over the with the rulebook after they tried to take him out with it. Stewart improv'd that inspection of the dedication plaque and it was glorious.
"What do you know about this girl?" "There's the mom." Nailed. iI! Watching Star Trek never was this fun before. Thank you so much for the laughs. Made a good day a great one. Looking forward to more. See you again soon.
8:18 "They're computer chips! They're made in a plant in Dakar, Senegal" I love these little callbacks . . . apparently in the 24th century Africa is a center of high tech.
Less of a coincidence then you think.. especially when you know stuff about certain folks behind the scenes. But all this is depreciated knowledge from 2 generations of truth ago
The civilian scientist in the first episode, is known for his character on the comedy scrubs, he was also briefly in the og movie Stephen kings the stand.
It's good to be in the "good costumes" section of the show's run LOL. And Picard leaving the Sheliac to simmer when they call back is such an alpha move. Among my favorite Picard moments.
Love how you noticed the juxtaposition in the second episode of Data having to handle an emotional crowd while Picard is doing his best dealing with an overly logical/inflexible being, especially since Data could have handled it so easily, doubt he'd have needed more than 5 minutes to work through and find a solution in the treaty, hah.
The biggest complainers were male extras forced to put on the miniskirt style wraps. Only the most secure men like to wear such. Things like kilts of the Scotts and Irish don't apeal to most men to wear.
12:49 I remember being _fascinated_ by this part when I first saw it. I seem to recall it was at about this point in my life that I owned a handheld microscope and was discovering just how cool the world looked, way up close.
loving the uptick in Trek releases. Always a welcomed surprise. TNG had the burden of establishing 'Trek' as we still know it today. I love watching it come together.
"Picard knows there's more to him, even if Data doesn't know it." Never heard that. Love it! This season is when TNG hit its stride and became a truly great show. SO many good episodes. "Tin Man" is coming up, my favorite! Love the channel.
I was once at a party with the actor who plays Gosheven, but it had been so long since I'd seen the episode I had no idea who he was. I think I said 'hi' in passing though. Weeks later someone who had attended the party told me he'd been in a TNG episode and told me his name so I looked him up and lo and behold! This was in South Carolina, where he is from.
@@ammaleslie509 I'm sure you're right. I read more about that episode and apparently he denied himself a tv credit for that episode, so he is uncredited even though he played a big part.
I’m so glad Crusher is back. I just didn’t ever care for The other Doc. And you’re right about season 1 & 2. As you’re going to see, the show does improve considerably, but I would never suggest skipping them. There’s just too many building blocks for later on. Ep 2 was a good one. The best part is the Cap getting a little petty at the end. They had it coming. A Data/Picard episode is always good.
The new uniforms are more relaxed, and Picard has a much more even demeanor starting with this season. From this season on, the crew starts to really exude their excellence.
He was known for being uptight about filming, treating it much more seriously than everyone else. He knew he was the showrunner and acted as if would always be on the side of production. Until this season when everyone got him to lighten up. Long grueling days of shooting, they refuses to let it burn em out. Picard mentioned it, how much of a better time everyone else seemed to be having, so he didn't want to burn himself out and we got a great show up till the last season, when everyone started to feel like they were phoning it in. But it was great up until then.
You should watch The Orville, it's Seth McFarlane's love letter to TNG, there's an android + human romance in that, and lots of other great stuff too 😀
In the next series to air, DS9, the child character has a recurring friend character and I think its the underlying reason why Jake never faced the hate that Wesley did. (that is to say, it was much easier for the writers to include Jake in episodes without making him seem like some annoying super kid)
In my opinion the issue with Wesley isn't that he is smart or a good kid or anything like that but that he seems to get this preferential treatment no matter what he does.
@@thomasriddle7005right, he's literally sitting on the bridge with zero training or education because his mommy and the captain are crushing. I can't imagine how hated he is on the ship. The number of more tenured and deserving cadets that despise him may rival the number of fans who just hate his "Mary sue" character
JAKE was originally a female character and in the DS9 first season and they barely changed to a male and that's also why BEN SISKO didn't want JAKE being friends with NOG
You can't really hate Goshavan. He's a jerk, but he is also genuinely cares for his settlement. His big problem is that his passion is misplaced, which leads him to not understand the scope of the threat they face. I do think he learned from this situation and those people will need a devoted and proud leader like him wherever they settle next.
Welcome to season 3 of ST Next Jen! Gates is back and Diana gas moved on. We got runaway nanites, a my work is more important than all y'all guy, and Wesley messing up to a mistake? Out frickin standing! Data got a girlfriend 😊 \\//- Peace and long life
Oh, right, Shades of Gray. I never rewatched that episode; I often forget it exists. Lol. I don't really mind clip episodes of shows that have run 5+ years to get a little reminder of the shows "best of" moments, but to do one after only 2 seasons is just goofy; not enough time has passed. I was so excited to have Dr. Crusher back in Evolution as a kid! :) And I've always loved The Ensigns of Command, though to this day I do not understand the title. Lol. I really appreciated your insightful commentary on that episode, Jen! Excellent analysis! :)
Ensign of command, means if data was on the ship, and Picard was on the planet, both their jobs would have been far easier. Data would find the loophole in seconds and Picard would have given an impassioned speech and gotten everyone moving right away. The sentiment is when in command, sometimes you have to use skills that aren't in your favor to accomplish the mission. Just cause you're in command doesn't mean you never feel like a fish out of water.
I never really understood crusher's concern about Wesley not acting like a "typical" 17yr old especially since it's the 24th century and the attitude, responsibilities, and expectations of a 17yr old have drastically changed since the late 20th century
I'm loving all the TNG reactions Jen. Thanks so much. Season 3 is pretty much where everything comes together for the show and I just know you're going to love it.❤
Do you like to read Books? Then I would recommend Patrick Stewarts Autobiography to you. He called it "Making it so"❤. I am reading it now and I love it. Also there is a fictive Autbiography about Jean Luc Picard by David Goodman I red. Especially we learn more about Picards 20 years on the Stargazer there. First as helmsman later as Captain.
I'm so glad Jen is watching this whole series. With some exceptions, this show just kept getting better. And to truly appreciate the experience, the whole show SHOULD be watched.
I heard the former uniforms didn't transpire much so they were so sweaty wearing them. So, these new episodes are not just an improve in style, but also in physical confort for the cast of the show.
@@corvus1970 Thanks for completing the issues of that uniform, I frankly forgot about the additional problems for Johnathan Frakes. Those suits were quite a nuisance.
I think Data knows he is "creative," it's just that he lacks emotions. He definitely can invent new things and find new solutions that did not exist before him, and I don't think there is any dispute about that, per se. And music is definitely an area where creativity is a good things to have
I love how much attention you pay to music! I never noticed that the opening credits music ever changed after the first episode, let alone changed twice! And I thought I paid attention to soundtracks... Wait, people were dissing the season 3 soundtrack? I think it's got the best soundtrack of the seven seasons!
At 2:20 - No, they never explain what happened to Pulaski but behind the scenes Diana Muldaur wasnt well liked by the main cast, the only reason that Gates McFadden was fired in Season 2 was because a writer didn't like her, Gates often thanks the fans for bringing her back to the show
Having a new character join the cast and immediately pick on a fan favourite wasn't a great move. Although there was clear character development through the season and she warmed up, the damage was already done. I'm sure if she'd had another season she'd have fully integrated.
@@pkelly6618 she wasn't bad, it's just that she didn't click with the cast and crew of the show. Others have joined shows and instantly fit in, others don't. Pulaski wasn't a fan favorite but she was fine on the show, it's just that Gates was much more popular.
The big issue she had in season one was about changing her hair too often, while one person she bumped heads with left they still added a contract clause about her hair, limiting changes. If you check season one styles and cuts changed between shots so often she must had spent more time in Mott's chair than in sickbay.
Even though I am late but as people said here season 3 is where it gets a fresh start. Crusher is back. Uniforms been tweaked and better. Panels now have that actual colors that we know and the briefing room has been changed due to that most of the settings were used on Star Trek 6 movie had to be remade since it got destroyed on film.
Great reaction I hope you having as much fun as we are. It’s so fun to see your react how you enjoy it least you appear to enjoy it. Thanks for the fun until next time. I can’t wait to see more. It’s like the old day when I first came out. Had to wait a week till the next episode. I couldn’t stand it then I can barely stand it now it’s OK that’s all for now.
If you want to know what it is like to have a relationship with Data, just ask Tasha Yar. Season 3 is where tnG really took off. Some of the best episodes of the series are Season 3 ones.
Dr Crusher is back! Gates returns by fan demand and looks great 😍 Ships doctor is always one of the best characters (Pulaski no exception despite her short time) and Beverley Crusher is one of my all time sawbones. They may not get to develop much but they are always a source of humanity and a voice of concern.
You never fail to impress me with your attention to details (yes, the theme for S3 is a new Arrangement) and your intuitiveness with the characters and stories. If I knew you in real life, you would be a top-tier friend. Keep going boldly!
The changes to the uniforms between seasons two & three were fairly subtle, but still made them *so* much better. Add to that the fact that the actors and the BTS people were really getting to get a feel for the characters and the overall setting, and things start to get especially good from here on out.
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Data does try romance in a future episode. I won't spoil the particulars, but it's an interesting story.
However, he won't achieve true emotions until the movies, when he finally installs an Emotion Chip into his posatronic brain. Then he has to learn how to control his emotions.
Hi Jen! So there have been changes to season 3 as you can tell. New uniforms (no jumpsuit with the colored stripes on the shoulders). They increased the budget as you can tell a bit. Also, new cinematography the original, Edward R Brown, retired, and was replaced with Marvin Rush. They got better film stock, so it doesn’t look as grainy. And the lighting is a little brighter and a bit softer. And you’re noticing a change in style. Stories are moving towards more character based, instead of plot, oriented episodes. And of course, a new title sequence! This is gonna be great!
When the Sheliac are calling back and Picard lets it ring while inspecting the ship's badge cracks me up every time. 😆🤣😂
That be my favorite Star Trek moment that wasn't created by Robot Chicken.
The whole scene is just awesome. I particularly love how Picard completely drops his (entirely justified) smugness when the Sheliak agree to give him the time and thanks them with total sincerity. He doesn't taunt them or gloat or even try to say "see how it feels?" He just assumes his points were made and moves on.
The idea that the Enterprise would accumulate dust is funny as well
I believe the delay was improvised by Patrick Stewart, and the smile on Jonathan Frakes face while looking at him was genuine.
@@josephD32 That would make it even better. :D
Jen: Ten Forward, the coolest bar in the universe!
Quark: And I took that personally.
Well, Quark’s a Ferengi; they take everything personally.
NO Spoilers lol.
I mean I don't know if she'll watch DS9 but just to be safe
There's Milliway's, the restaurant at the end of the universe.
@theinvestigativemillennial9381 it's hardly a spoiler
And the Cantina. Where Han shot Guido.
Now, THIS was the season where the show got better and hit its mark. It also marked the debut of the new opening sequence, the return of Beverly Crusher, more comfortable uniforms, as well as a much brighter and cleaner set of the Enterprise-D.
Yup, I rewatched TNG about a year ago and the difference from season 2 to 3 is night and day - the camera is clearer, the direction better, and everything just feels more organic. Not that there weren't good episodes before or stinkers after, but the change in the way the show was shot and filmed was such a breath of fresh air.
The officers puzzled looks when Picard dusted off the plaque wasn't acted. Steward improvised that bit on the spot.
That is so funny - I'm glad the camera man knew to follow Stewart then because it was such a perfect pay off to the Sheliak being arseholes.
Glad we’re into season 3. This is where the show really started to find its legs and it just got better going forward
Until the last season anyway. But very strong finale.
@@desmondd1984 Until the movies. But very...oh, never mind.
and it only took 50 episodes to make it here. 😄 while people are still complaining about the first 6 episodes of DIscovery...
Season 1 was confused, sort of throw everything at the wall and see what works. Season 2 went through growing pains. There was conflict between the actors, writers, creators, production company, and others. By season 3 they had a better idea of what they wanted from the show.
Nah, season 7 has some really good episodes besides the finale. Not a strong season over all, but it’s not all bad. They were only contracted for 6 seasons and did one more which made have led to a little wearing down of the shows quality. But some episodes like I said a really good, nice moments of character exploration.
"I like the new uniforms!"
TNG has one of the best costume evolutions in ST. You can tell the actors were complaining until we got to these two piece fits.
I recall at the time that some of the actors were beginning to feel the effects of the one-piece suits physically (bad backs, etc) and this helped force a costume change. It did however introduce its own characteristic feature. Each time an actor (particularly Pickard) stood up, they had to pull down the top to cover the midriff gap. Look close and you will see the quick jerk downward after rising.
@@pasteye1671 The fabric was also not breathable and everyone was a sweaty mess beneath 🥵 The shift in their comfort is palpable.
@@pasteye1671 i actually like picard adjusting his uniform
I do kind of miss the piping on the shoulders, though.
@@stefanforrer2573 The real Picard Manuever
Diana Muldaur left after season two for her own reasons. That left the door open for Stewart and others to convince McFadden to come back. Since the producer that she butted heads with also left, she said yes.
I remember reading about the issues on TNG in Starlog and Star Trek-Communicator magazines,the Communicator mag I bought every issue that came out.
Maurice Hurley
@@benn454 Yeap,that's the guy folks had issues with,what an &&&hole.
@@kerry-j4m Please tell us more. What seemed to be the trouble?
The producers seem to have quite a history of ....
Let's say "treating female cast members in a manner that many of them were unhappy about".
@@benn454 I ask you to spill the tea, also.
What did this Maurice Hurley do that drove away three female cast members before he also left?
"That was the stun setting."
*bleep boop beep*
"This is not."
Data has unlocked the "intimidation" subroutine
*new subroutine unlocked 😅
Data’s variation of the “new kink unlocked” joke
Not nitrous oxide, nitrogen oxide. Sounds similar, very different effect.
Fun Fact the thing he inspects for dust is called a haul plate. It contaings the ship's name and lead builders along with the names of her first commanders. To be a haul plate owner means you either built the ship or crewed her at her launching. If you can zoom it you see the names of the creator and producers of the show. Fleet Admiral Gene Roddenberry is in that bronze.
Thanks! That is sooo awesome! I wonder who got that prop after the series closed?
Got me a fine replica of that plate. Yes! At a convention.
In Star Trek it's called a dedication plaque, although it's clearly meant to be the same thing.
One of the benefits of the HD Remasters, many of the computer consoles and terminals and other set dressings have these fun Easter eggs that we originally missed on the lower quality versions we watched when they originally aired. (Raises fists over never having receivied HD remasters for DS9)
Hull plate.
Picard hanging up on the Sheliac and making them wait is one of the iconic and most favorite scenes of the series. You just watched Star Trek history in the making.
Good point. Picard dealing with someone super rational and Data dealing with someone super irrational.
The writers were really starting to understand the characters here, leading to some of the best episodes of Trek. I also think they'd resolved the BTS dramas that were happening all throughout seasons 1&2.
Launch the egg.
"Captain, we're receiving a message. It just keeps repeating Na-Nu Na-Nu."
You have confused a large portion of the internet with that reference.
@noneya3635 it's a reference to Robin Williams' comedic show, mork and Mindy. He plays an alien and that's his catch phrase. His space ship resembles an egg.
Ahhh, the Picard manoeuvre - slightly and sharply pulling the uniform shirt downwards.
Those chess moves the computer was spouting were a nice call back to the OG trek.
the last system wide malfunction was Scotty tampering with Exelsior in Search for Spock
Or that computer virus that caused a system wide technological failure on THIS SHIP in season 2. You know, the same one that made the Yamato explode.
But hey, 79 years, eight months, splitting hairs really.
I think that if Jen was scooped up and transported to the 24th century, she'd fit right in effortlessly. I've never seen anybody take to a show so quickly and organically. I hope Jen gets to go to a Star Trek convention soon. That would be fun to see. \\//
WESLEY: It's just a science project.
GUINAN: You know, a doctor friend once said the same thing to me. Frankenstein was his name.
WESLEY: (Rolls eyes) Guinan, that was just a novel.
GUINAN: Was it?
@@LoneCloudHopper
GUINAN: Wes, do you think you're gonna get a good grade?
WESLEY: I always get an A.
[leaves]
GUINAN: So did Dr. Frankenstein.
It's pronounced Froon-ken-steen!
Classic Star Trek: Introducing a revolutionary technological development that would completely change the galaxy and then never mentioning it again.
It wouldn't work in other contexts because of the ambient osmotic vertion discriminator, hence why it's not mentioned again.
To be fair they don't keep records very well. "There has not been a systems wide technological failure on a starship in 79 years."
'Hey, what happened to the USS Yamato?'
'Uhhh... the Romulans got it... it hit a space mine... a black hole... stop asking questions!'
@Jen Murray FYI: Lwaxana Troi is not only all the computer voices in the series and movies, she's also Nurse Chapel from the original series.
Who's that? That's Bob Kelso, Chief of Medicine for Sacred Heart Hospital!
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Yes absolutely!
The Ensigns of Command. The episode where PIcard beat the Sheliak over the with the rulebook after they tried to take him out with it. Stewart improv'd that inspection of the dedication plaque and it was glorious.
"What do you know about this girl?" "There's the mom." Nailed. iI! Watching Star Trek never was this fun before. Thank you so much for the laughs. Made a good day a great one. Looking forward to more. See you again soon.
Always liked that 180 in the Dr.
8:18 "They're computer chips! They're made in a plant in Dakar, Senegal" I love these little callbacks . . . apparently in the 24th century Africa is a center of high tech.
Less of a coincidence then you think.. especially when you know stuff about certain folks behind the scenes. But all this is depreciated knowledge from 2 generations of truth ago
I like that you dig the intro song so much. It's iconic.
Hell yeah, more early drop star trek episodes? Yes please.
The civilian scientist in the first episode, is known for his character on the comedy scrubs, he was also briefly in the og movie Stephen kings the stand.
And in the 4th Jack Ryan film "The Sum of All Fears".
And Gerard Kirkhill in The Abyss.
He was an amazing character on Scrubs, did an amazing job like most of the cast there.
SCRUBS! That's where I remember him from! Thanks.
It's good to be in the "good costumes" section of the show's run LOL. And Picard leaving the Sheliac to simmer when they call back is such an alpha move. Among my favorite Picard moments.
Love how you noticed the juxtaposition in the second episode of Data having to handle an emotional crowd while Picard is doing his best dealing with an overly logical/inflexible being, especially since Data could have handled it so easily, doubt he'd have needed more than 5 minutes to work through and find a solution in the treaty, hah.
Finally Season 3. Now we are talking, this is when TNG got better and better. I can't wait for the cliffhanger at the end of season 3!
"They really do have him doing all the same work as an adult."
Boy, if that isn't Wil Wheaton's story in a nutshell..
Season 3 is my favourite - sooooo many great episodes
Soo many really good episodes in season 3. 👍💯
Season 3 is one of my favorites. Some great episodes coming...
Def no spoilers but I'm surprised how many things you've brought up that will be explored. This is one of the goats of television shows.
@0:41, the first example of the Picard Maneuver, and Jen's right there with him. 😃
Actually he did do it with the old one-piece costumes too.
subtle uniform change made such a big difference.
The biggest complainers were male extras forced to put on the miniskirt style wraps. Only the most secure men like to wear such. Things like kilts of the Scotts and Irish don't apeal to most men to wear.
Data: You seemed like you needed it, so I gave you some!
Data the love machine! 😏😏😂
Shelby in The Best of Both Worlds - "Data was available. I took him, we came." 😉
12:49 I remember being _fascinated_ by this part when I first saw it. I seem to recall it was at about this point in my life that I owned a handheld microscope and was discovering just how cool the world looked, way up close.
loving the uptick in Trek releases. Always a welcomed surprise. TNG had the burden of establishing 'Trek' as we still know it today. I love watching it come together.
"Picard knows there's more to him, even if Data doesn't know it." Never heard that. Love it!
This season is when TNG hit its stride and became a truly great show. SO many good episodes. "Tin Man" is coming up, my favorite!
Love the channel.
I was once at a party with the actor who plays Gosheven, but it had been so long since I'd seen the episode I had no idea who he was. I think I said 'hi' in passing though. Weeks later someone who had attended the party told me he'd been in a TNG episode and told me his name so I looked him up and lo and behold! This was in South Carolina, where he is from.
He is probably grateful you didn't say anything, since he was not happy about the way they overdubbed his lines
@@ammaleslie509 I'm sure you're right. I read more about that episode and apparently he denied himself a tv credit for that episode, so he is uncredited even though he played a big part.
I’m so glad Crusher is back. I just didn’t ever care for The other Doc. And you’re right about season 1 & 2. As you’re going to see, the show does improve considerably, but I would never suggest skipping them. There’s just too many building blocks for later on.
Ep 2 was a good one. The best part is the Cap getting a little petty at the end. They had it coming. A Data/Picard episode is always good.
"What were you doing at seventeen?"
Transitioning from being my own nephew into Bane.
The new uniforms are more relaxed, and Picard has a much more even demeanor starting with this season.
From this season on, the crew starts to really exude their excellence.
He was known for being uptight about filming, treating it much more seriously than everyone else. He knew he was the showrunner and acted as if would always be on the side of production. Until this season when everyone got him to lighten up. Long grueling days of shooting, they refuses to let it burn em out. Picard mentioned it, how much of a better time everyone else seemed to be having, so he didn't want to burn himself out and we got a great show up till the last season, when everyone started to feel like they were phoning it in. But it was great up until then.
Props to Jenn for wearing a different color uniform each season 😍
You should watch The Orville, it's Seth McFarlane's love letter to TNG, there's an android + human romance in that, and lots of other great stuff too 😀
Season 3!! I'm so excited, I can't wait for more!!! 👏👏👋👋
In the next series to air, DS9, the child character has a recurring friend character and I think its the underlying reason why Jake never faced the hate that Wesley did. (that is to say, it was much easier for the writers to include Jake in episodes without making him seem like some annoying super kid)
In my opinion the issue with Wesley isn't that he is smart or a good kid or anything like that but that he seems to get this preferential treatment no matter what he does.
@@thomasriddle7005right, he's literally sitting on the bridge with zero training or education because his mommy and the captain are crushing. I can't imagine how hated he is on the ship. The number of more tenured and deserving cadets that despise him may rival the number of fans who just hate his "Mary sue" character
JAKE
was originally a
female character
and in the DS9 first season
and
they barely changed to a male
and
that's also why
BEN SISKO
didn't want JAKE being
friends with NOG
Season three. This is where the fun begins!
That's a different franchise! 😊
@@albertmartinez2539 I will make it legal.
The Dark Side of the Moon is a pathway to many emotions, some consider to be, unnecessary.
@@IggyStardust1967 Where can I learn this power?
@@Briansgate Not from a Jedi......
It’s Sunday and you know…wait a minute did I sleep all the way till Sunday? Cause what a surprise we have here, another rare Star Trek Thursday 🖖.
You can't really hate Goshavan. He's a jerk, but he is also genuinely cares for his settlement. His big problem is that his passion is misplaced, which leads him to not understand the scope of the threat they face. I do think he learned from this situation and those people will need a devoted and proud leader like him wherever they settle next.
Congratulations, you are now ahead of The Target Audience in shows!!
I absolute love it that your Star Trek Reactions are now twice a week!❤❤❤❤❤
Season 3 raises the bar. Can't wait to see your reaction to my favorite episode.
There is a saying that explains Data Perfectly.
“A child born to parents that love each other. We have nothing but goodness in their heart.”
The Ensigns of Command is one of my absolute favorite episodes. Glad to see you enjoyed it.
Welcome to season 3 of ST Next Jen! Gates is back and Diana gas moved on.
We got runaway nanites, a my work is more important than all y'all guy, and Wesley messing up to a mistake? Out frickin standing!
Data got a girlfriend 😊 \\//- Peace and long life
"The Ensigns of Command" was my favorite episode. Looking forward to Jen's reaction.
Darmok…for the win 😅
I can't wait for "Darmok".
@@markkondilis9237
DARMOK ,
suck it does ,
with it's arms wide
If memory serves, the actor playing and voicing the Sheliak was also the tar monster from Season 1.
I'm not sure if it's the same actor, but it's the same costume, just without the goop.
Oh, right, Shades of Gray. I never rewatched that episode; I often forget it exists. Lol. I don't really mind clip episodes of shows that have run 5+ years to get a little reminder of the shows "best of" moments, but to do one after only 2 seasons is just goofy; not enough time has passed. I was so excited to have Dr. Crusher back in Evolution as a kid! :) And I've always loved The Ensigns of Command, though to this day I do not understand the title. Lol. I really appreciated your insightful commentary on that episode, Jen! Excellent analysis! :)
Ensign of command, means if data was on the ship, and Picard was on the planet, both their jobs would have been far easier. Data would find the loophole in seconds and Picard would have given an impassioned speech and gotten everyone moving right away. The sentiment is when in command, sometimes you have to use skills that aren't in your favor to accomplish the mission. Just cause you're in command doesn't mean you never feel like a fish out of water.
@@tonyb7615 Thank you for the explanation! :)
I never really understood crusher's concern about Wesley not acting like a "typical" 17yr old especially since it's the 24th century and the attitude, responsibilities, and expectations of a 17yr old have drastically changed since the late 20th century
Considering the number of times we see Data obviously have feelings even by this point in the series, he’s just in denial
Don't worry, most of us hate season 2 last episode.
Ensigns of command offers one of the most badass Picard negociation scenes ever.
Data is the #1 character in the entire Star Trek franchise. We have only scratched the surface.
I'm loving all the TNG reactions Jen. Thanks so much. Season 3 is pretty much where everything comes together for the show and I just know you're going to love it.❤
Loving these extra ST drops Jen!
There's a lot of TNG to get through, and more movies, and more shows and oh no I've gone cross-eyed! 🤓
Is 4 episodes a week going to be a permanent thing now? I'm all for it if it is.
Hey Jen, i think you deserve a rank promotion with each season on your uniform.
Do you like to read Books? Then I would recommend Patrick Stewarts Autobiography to you. He called it "Making it so"❤. I am reading it now and I love it.
Also there is a fictive Autbiography about Jean Luc Picard by David Goodman I red. Especially we learn more about Picards 20 years on the Stargazer there. First as helmsman later as Captain.
I'm so glad Jen is watching this whole series. With some exceptions, this show just kept getting better. And to truly appreciate the experience, the whole show SHOULD be watched.
I don't think anyone can love a clip episode, at best they just don't mind. :D
I heard the former uniforms didn't transpire much so they were so sweaty wearing them. So, these new episodes are not just an improve in style, but also in physical confort for the cast of the show.
They weren't just sweaty, they were also way too tight, and that tightness didn't do any favors for Johnathan Frakes and his bad back.
@@corvus1970 Thanks for completing the issues of that uniform, I frankly forgot about the additional problems for Johnathan Frakes. Those suits were quite a nuisance.
I think Data knows he is "creative," it's just that he lacks emotions. He definitely can invent new things and find new solutions that did not exist before him, and I don't think there is any dispute about that, per se. And music is definitely an area where creativity is a good things to have
I love how much attention you pay to music! I never noticed that the opening credits music ever changed after the first episode, let alone changed twice! And I thought I paid attention to soundtracks...
Wait, people were dissing the season 3 soundtrack? I think it's got the best soundtrack of the seven seasons!
At 2:20 - No, they never explain what happened to Pulaski but behind the scenes Diana Muldaur wasnt well liked by the main cast, the only reason that Gates McFadden was fired in Season 2 was because a writer didn't like her, Gates often thanks the fans for bringing her back to the show
Never did like Pulaski,js.
Having a new character join the cast and immediately pick on a fan favourite wasn't a great move. Although there was clear character development through the season and she warmed up, the damage was already done. I'm sure if she'd had another season she'd have fully integrated.
@@pkelly6618 she wasn't bad, it's just that she didn't click with the cast and crew of the show. Others have joined shows and instantly fit in, others don't. Pulaski wasn't a fan favorite but she was fine on the show, it's just that Gates was much more popular.
The big issue she had in season one was about changing her hair too often, while one person she bumped heads with left they still added a contract clause about her hair, limiting changes. If you check season one styles and cuts changed between shots so often she must had spent more time in Mott's chair than in sickbay.
The writing noticeably improved as soon as they got new collars on their uniforms!!
You make watching these programs more interesting than the actual program itself.
Thanks Jen, :)
The voice of the Shelliac (however you spell it) is the same as the black tar thing that killed Tasha in season one.
Shelliak*
And since we never knew what race created Armus (black tar thing), maybe it was the Shelliak? 😀
@@ReelMeurik Maybe
The law is Paramount, and so is the production studio. 🖖
Even though I am late but as people said here season 3 is where it gets a fresh start. Crusher is back. Uniforms been tweaked and better. Panels now have that actual colors that we know and the briefing room has been changed due to that most of the settings were used on Star Trek 6 movie had to be remade since it got destroyed on film.
😂😂😂"You enjoyed that?!". "You're Damned Right!"😅😅
Great reaction I hope you having as much fun as we are. It’s so fun to see your react how you enjoy it least you appear to enjoy it. Thanks for the fun until next time. I can’t wait to see more. It’s like the old day when I first came out. Had to wait a week till the next episode. I couldn’t stand it then I can barely stand it now it’s OK that’s all for now.
Geordi and O'Brian as a team for transporters are the same quality team as Spock and Scotty in TOS. (That's my perception).
Seeing Jen fist pump to the TNG opening theme is everything. 🎉😂
I’m so happy we get Trek twice a week!
If you want to know what it is like to have a relationship with Data, just ask Tasha Yar. Season 3 is where tnG really took off. Some of the best episodes of the series are Season 3 ones.
Definitely my favorite opening.
Commercial break!!! (I love it every time).
So excited you are on season 3! From here on out, some of the BEST Star Trek ever done is on the way!
man, it's so fun watching you watch this series for the first time. I wish you released a video every day.
Dr Crusher is back!
Gates returns by fan demand and looks great 😍
Ships doctor is always one of the best characters (Pulaski no exception despite her short time) and Beverley Crusher is one of my all time sawbones. They may not get to develop much but they are always a source of humanity and a voice of concern.
Beverly - crushing it!
You never fail to impress me with your attention to details (yes, the theme for S3 is a new Arrangement) and your intuitiveness with the characters and stories. If I knew you in real life, you would be a top-tier friend. Keep going boldly!
Woke up this morning to see this uploaded. A great start to my day!
The changes to the uniforms between seasons two & three were fairly subtle, but still made them *so* much better. Add to that the fact that the actors and the BTS people were really getting to get a feel for the characters and the overall setting, and things start to get especially good from here on out.
32:22 literally every straight man who ever gave a woman flowers can attest.
I like both these episodes. The series is really ramping up now.
i love the role of beverly crusher, is one of the best of tv show.