A Gender Problem Part III

This week, Elizabeth and Elliott wrap up their discussion of trans allegories in Star Trek (for the time being) with a little diversion away from Star Trek to "The Orville." The "Topa arc" spanning the three seasons of the sci-fi comedy, modelled lovingly after Star Trek, maps Trek's own evolution on the topic from cringe-y to beautiful.Content Warning for transphobia and suicide.Featured Content:The Orville:[05:15] "About a Girl"[27:12] "Deflectors"[43:42] "Sanctuary"[01:00:19] "A Tale of Two Topas"[01:24:53] "Midnight Blue"[01:42:25] ConclusionCopyright 2022 Elliott Encarnacion, Elizabeth Kimble