Lee Hutchison is joined by John Tenuto to review and reflect on the first half of Star Trek: Discovery's first season. John is a Star Trek historian and Sociology Professor and who studies Star Trek fans and its cultural effects. He and his wife, fellow sociology professor Maria Jose, have written for Star Trek: The Official Magazine, StarTrek.com and they have contributed to the recent Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan Expanded Soundtrack. 

John and Lee talk about their expectations going into Discovery. 

John's experiences of working with Star Trek legend, Nick Meyer and their thoughts on his involvement in Discovery and a possible Khan spin-off series.

Looking back at the first nine episodes from 'The Vulcan Hello' to the mid-season finale, 'Into The Forrest I Go' 

Discussing the new cast and characters and our favourite moments so far. 

The cast and crews use of social media and ideas for CBS All Action going forward.

Debating where the second half of the season will go. 

The connections with the wider Star Trek universe and use of some iconic The Original Series characters. 

Follow John Tenuto on Twitter - @TenutoFamilyand read his work on StarTrek.com