Earl Grey 56: The One Where Worf Goes to DS9

Worf with The Orb.


The idea of a Klingon serving in Starfleet may have struck some
fans as heresy when Worf debuted in the 1987 TNG pilot "Encounter
at Farpoint." However, as the journey of this Klingon unfolded,
he became a fan favorite. Over the seven seasons of The
Next Generation, as well as the feature films, Lieutenant Worf
took his place as tactical officer of the Enterprise-D and
continued to struggle with his dual identities resulting from
being a Klingon who was raised by humans. Whether discovering a
long-lost brother, a long-lost son, or a long-lost Klingon
homeworld (with its own political turmoil and machinations), Worf
helped viewers explore Klingon culture and expanded on what knew
about this "warrior race" during the Captain Kirk's time.


In order to better understand this vital character, we're joined
in this episode of Earl Grey by Christopher Jones
and Matthew Rushing, co-hosts of The Orb, to
discuss the seeds of his story which continued on Deep
Space Nine. So sharpen your teeth, grab your bat'leth, and join
in the warrior fun. 


 


Hosts


Phillip Gilfus, Daniel Proulx, and Darren Moser


 


Guests


Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing


 


Editor and Producer


Darren Moser


 


Associate Producers


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Chapters


Klingon on the Bridge?! (3:00)


Death of Tasha Yar (8:14)


A Good Day for Honor!....or not. (16:00)


Family Matters (24:20)


Connection to Picard (35:00)


Klingon Culture (42:15)


Worf in the Movies (49:13)


 


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