<p>The ninth episode of Starfleet Academy. </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, <strong>Caleb Mir</strong>, who finally uncovers the truth behind the mysterious messages he has been receiving. After decrypting a hidden trail of communications, he learns that his mother—long believed dead—is actually alive but stranded on Ukeck, a planet under invasion by the Venari Ral. This revelation propels the episode into a rescue narrative with high emotional stakes.</p><p>Captain Nahla Ake and the USS <em>Athena</em> intervene, retrieving Caleb and his fellow cadets from the hostile world. The episode frames this rescue as both a personal turning point for Caleb and a major escalation in the season’s overarching conflict.</p><p><br></p><p>In this audio version of the livestream from Sunday&#39;s broadcast, Wes talks about the episode. You can share your feedback with us on our Facebook page at facebook.com/TCTrekkiesPod or by emailing [email protected]. Twin Cities Trekkies is also on Instagram at instagram.com/twincitiestrekkiespod, and yes—we’re on Bluesky and TikTok as well.</p><p>You can leave comments directly on our Spotify feed, too. Just keep in mind that any feedback you send may be featured in a future episode.</p><p><br></p><p>Twin Cities Trekkies is available on many platforms.</p>