• Because That's What Heroes Do

  • De: Tom Fox
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Because That's What Heroes Do

De: Tom Fox
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  • Join two confirmed MCU uber-greeks, co-hosts Megan Dougherty and Tom Fox as the explore the MCU and beyond. They look at movies, series and all things MCU to indulgence in their love for all things MCU.
    2022
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  • Deep Space 9-Episode 30: Deep Trek Themes from Tacking into the Wind

    Deep Space 9-Episode 30: Deep Trek Themes from Tacking into the Wind
    Apr 26 2025
    In this season’s exploration Tom and Megan are joined by Star Trek maven, Alex Murphy, (Murphy) from Montreal, who is a local historian, cinema and TV fan with a love for weird foreign films, all things horror, and obscure media. He has been watching Trek since he was a tiny punk, and it’s been a lifelong love. In this episode, the team concludes an exploration to the introduction to a new character for DS9’s final season. Today they review the episode Tacking into the Wind. In this episode, Megan, Murphy, and Tom take a deep dive into one of Murphy’s favorite episodes, focusing its potent themes and relevance to current events. They discuss the episode's focus on mirrors and self-reflection, seen through the Cardasian rebellion and the struggles within the Klingon government. The significance of various characters' actions, including Demar's emotional arc and Garrick's hidden influence, is examined in detail. The team also highlights parallels to historical and contemporary political climates, making this episode a poignant reflection on power and corruption. This discussion is rich with insights into the narrative and character development, providing a thorough analysis of one of the series' standout episodes. Tom sees a direct line from TOS and TNG to this episode. Key Highlights · Mirrors and Reflections: Thematic Analysis · Klingon Politics and Personal Ties · Homage to the Star Trek Legacy · Bashir and O'Brien's Quest to Find a Cure Resources Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Twitter Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    26 m
  • Deep Space 9 – Episode 29: Character Dynamics and Ethical Tensions in When it Rains

    Deep Space 9 – Episode 29: Character Dynamics and Ethical Tensions in When it Rains
    Apr 17 2025
    Get ready for an exciting new season of Because That’s What Heroes Do. This season, they take a deep dive into their favorite episodes of Deep Space 9. In this exploration, Tom and Megan are joined by Star Trek maven Alex Murphy (Murphy) from Montreal, a local historian and a cinema and TV fan who loves weird foreign films, horror, and obscure media. He has been watching Trek since he was a tiny punk, and it’s been a lifelong love. In this episode, the team concludes an exploration of the introduction of a new character for DS9’s final season. Today, they review the episode When it Rains. The gang is back to look into the complexities of character dynamics and ethical tensions portrayed in the episode ‘When It Rains.’ Our hosts discuss Kira’s appointment as a liaison teaching Cardassians resistance tactics and how this creates a multifaceted web of moral and personal conflicts. We also dive into the tragic reveal of Odo’s disease, the challenges faced by Dr. Bashir in uncovering the truth, and the implications of the Federation’s malfeasance. The episode is rich with character growth and moral dilemmas, compelling and thought-provoking. Highlights include Gowron’s contentious takeover of Klingon forces, the deteriorating intrapersonal relationships, and the unexpectedly poignant moments, such as Quark’s heartfelt gesture to Odo. Join us as we dissect these elements and explore how they resonate with broader loyalty, duty, and ethical complicity themes. Key highlight Kira’s Role and Reversal of Fortune Odo’s Sickness and Government Conspiracy Klingon Politics and Relationships Garak’s Return and Kira’s Struggles Resources: Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Twitter Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    22 m
  • Deep Space 9 - Episode 28: Analyzing the Changing Face of Evil

    Deep Space 9 - Episode 28: Analyzing the Changing Face of Evil
    Apr 12 2025
    Get ready for an exciting new season of Because That’s What Heroes Do. This season, they take a deep dive into their favorite episodes of Deep Space 9. In this exploration, Tom and Megan are joined by Star Trek maven Alex Murphy (Murphy) from Montreal, a local historian, cinema, and TV fan who loves weird foreign films, horror, and obscure media. He has been watching Star Trek since he was a tiny punk, and it’s been a lifelong love. In this episode, the team concludes an exploration of the introduction of a new character for DS9’s final season. Today, they review the episode The Changing Face of Evil. In this podcast episode, the gang takes a deep dive into an intense chapter of the Star Trek universe, exploring the escalation of conflict at the far end of the galaxy. There are major space battles, shocking reveals about Kai Winn and the Federation, a disease affecting the Founders, and the activities of the new Cardassian Liberation Front. The discussion touches on the evolving idea of evil, particularly through the actions and motivations of various characters, including Damar and the Founders. They also reflect on a surprising moment where Star Trek invokes sympathy for a Cardassian character, a nod to earlier series episodes, and explore the emotional impact of the loss of the Defiant, which has been integral to the Deep Space Nine series. The episode examines the Founders’ shift in tactics to psychological warfare, the introduction of a powerful new Breen weapon, and the distressing attitudes of the Founders toward their subordinates. Despite the dire situations, the conversation also highlights moments of camaraderie and lighter personal interactions among the Starfleet crew. Key highlights: Major Space Battles and Big Reveals Sympathy for a Cardassian The Defiant’s Role and Loss The Founders’ Apathy and Exhaustion Nog’s First Battle and PTSD Resources: Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Twitter Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    25 m
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