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Deep Space 9 - Episode 31: Extreme Measures - Great Sci Fi and Moral Dilemmas

Deep Space 9 - Episode 31: Extreme Measures - Great Sci Fi and Moral Dilemmas

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 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, 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 of the introduction of a new character for DS9’s final season. Today, they reviewed the episode Extreme Measures. Murphy, Tom, and Megan dive deep into an intriguing science fiction episode, praising its innovative plot and character development. They discuss the ethical and moral ambiguities Starfleet faces, drawing parallels to real-world compliance and governance issues. The conversation highlights the inclusion of complex tropes like ‘mind within the mind’ and the reflective and somewhat bleak portrayal of futuristic societies. Key topics include the justification of Section 31’s actions, the roles of various characters, and the implications of using biological warfare. The episode is a profound examination of morality, corruption, and the darker facets of leadership within large organizations, making it a must-listen for any compliance professional. Key highlights: Exploring the Episode’s Science Fiction Elements Ethical Dilemmas and Federation’s Morality Surrealism in Star Trek The Cure and Its Implications Resources: Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Twitter Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn

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