Secrets of Stargate

Lost utopia. Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss this castaway story featuring O'Neil and Maybourne, including the spooky atmosphere, the character dynamics, and the Goa'uld plan to destroy utopia with a deadly weed. The post Paradise Lost appeared first on StarQuest Media .

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Cloak and dagger! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss this story of government intrigue that had unexpected twists and turns and returns, including a strong story for Carter and O'Neill framed for murder. The post Smoke and Mirrors appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Maybe this episode should have been unseen? Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss this story, which had no stakes, wooden writing, and cringey characterization. They conclude it's not so much bad as it is boring. But the bug special effects looked cool! The post Sight Unseen appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Cylon vibes. Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss the evolved human-like Replicators and the morality of SG-1's solution to their capture, involving betrayal. Was it betrayal if it was just a machine? The post Unnatural Selection appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Prometheus! Jack Baruzzini, Fr. Cory Sticha, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss the story involving a hijacked top secret USAF spaceship, praising the action and the introduction of the ship, but finding the plot holes and lack of team interaction lacking. The post Prometheus appeared first on StarQuest Media .

A medical ethical dilemma! Jack Baruzzini, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss this SG-1 story, involving the Tok'ra and a drug derived from symbiotes; the changing attitudes toward exploitation when the origin of the victim is discovered; and the way the team observes and reacts rather than takes action. The post Cure appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Echoes of Predator! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams have divided opinions on this episode, praising Tony Amendola's performance and Braytac's speech, but critiquing the lack of Jonas; the plot holes; and the use of the Stargate for waste disposal. The post Allegiance appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Felger and Coombs! Jack Baruzzini, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss The Other Guys, which is filled with comedic moments and Star Trek references, and while the potential of a Tok'ra spy storyline is underutilized, overall, it's an entertaining episode that leaves them wanting more of these characters in the future. The post The Other Guys appeared first on StarQuest Media .

In a story with lots of moral questions, Jack Baruzzini, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss issues of mental health, theft in diplomatic relations, arming belligerents, and weapons of mass destruction, plus remembering the great Dean Stockwell. The post Shadow Play appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Daniel returns! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss this darker story of torture and helplessness, where even with his godlike powers Daniel can't help his friend, but also a story of love and sacrifice. The post Abyss appeared first on StarQuest Media .

In a story with a strong X-Files feel, Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss this Earth-set adventure with a strong "stranger in a strange land" vibe and the opportunity for Carter to shine. In an O'Neill-light episode, the rest of the cast gets lots more to do. The post Nightwalkers appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Ice queen? Not that Frozen. Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss this Antarctic adventure with some Ancient lore; unearthing ancient viruses from under the ice; Jonas Quinn's boyish earnestness; and the abrupt second part to the episode. The post Frozen appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Underwater adventure! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss this story of yet another Goa'uld mothership that SG1 can't seem to keep, the return of Thor, and Jonas's first big mission. The post Descent appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Anubis takes his shot! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss the two-part season 6 premiere as SG1 deals with family issues and grapples with replacing Daniel. They also discuss how the show's move from Showtime to SyFy may have influenced this story. The post Redemption, Parts 1 and 2 appeared first on StarQuest Media .

The Asgard! Jack Baruzzini, Fr. Cory Sticha, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss the expanded mythos of the Asgard; a preview of what's to come from Anubis; and how the team deals with the absence of Daniel Jackson. Plus discussion of the past and future of Stargate. The post Revelations appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Goodbye Daniel. Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss the departure of a main character and addition of a new one; the cast's affective performances; atomic accidents; the nature of ascension in the show; and the value of life. The post Meridian appeared first on StarQuest Media .

What happens when humans meddle in other worlds for selfish reasons rather than altruistic ones? Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss 'Sentinel,' including its many good ideas that don't all fit well in the story. The post The Sentinel appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Replicator origin story! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss another story where Daniel's optimism wars with Jack's realism over whether someone responsible for great evil can be saved and even whether it is a person at all. The post Menace appeared first on StarQuest Media .

When Teal'c finds his people's George Washington, SG1 may fracture. Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss the themes of loyalty, redemption, honor and betrayal in this story, as well as the missed opportunities to bring up challenges and obstacles. The post The Warrior appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Apocalypse, Deep Impact, and now Fail Safe. Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss this asteroid disaster movie and they have a split judgment on its quality. Is it a fun romp or is it too cringey? The post Fail Safe appeared first on StarQuest Media .

In part 2 of this 2-parter, Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss Lantash's manipulation of Carter; Osiris's odd reaction to Daniel; and more about the unique threat of Anubis. The post Last Stand appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Yu who? Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss the introduction of new villains; all the classic SG1 elements present in this story; and the ethics of the Tok'ra versus the Goa'uld. The post Summit appeared first on StarQuest Media .

So many plot lines! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams discuss the debut of Rodney McKay; the international intrigue; the espionage antics; political machinations; and Teal'c's revenge--all in one episode! The post 48 Hours appeared first on StarQuest Media .

For our special 100th episode, Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Victor Lams interview special guest Joseph Mallozzi, writer and producer on Stargate SG1, Atlantis, and Universe, about the shows, his other work, and what fans might look forward to. The post Joseph Mallozzi, Stargate Producer appeared first on StarQuest Media .