In “The Outcast,” an episode from Season 5 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, the crew encounters a genderless species called the J’naii. One J’naii named Soren begins to experience romantic feelings towards Commander Riker, challenging the society’s strict adherence to gender neutrality. As Soren faces persecution for her feelings, the crew grapples with the importance of acceptance and understanding diversity.
This episode resonates with Pride Month as it highlights the struggles of LGBTQ+ individuals who face discrimination and prejudice due to their identity. The lesson learned is the importance of embracing diversity and standing up against discrimination in all its forms.
NOTE: We ask that everyone attending stream the episode locally, you will need access to this episode on streaming service or DVD/BlueRay. We do not typically stream the episode for you due to technical and copywrite restrictions.
Topic: USS Renaissance Watch Party / Region 13 Watch Party
Time: June 1st, 2024, 08:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
PLEASE NOTE:Once we start playing the episode no one else will be allowed to join the watch party Zoom, this is necessary to not interrupt people’s enjoyment of watching the episode. Please show up no later than 8:16 pm Eastern.
Star Trek TNG “The Outcast” S5/E17
In “The Outcast,” an episode from Season 5 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, the crew encounters a genderless species called the J’naii. One J’naii named Soren begins to experience romantic feelings towards Commander Riker, challenging the society’s strict adherence to gender neutrality. As Soren faces persecution for her feelings, the crew grapples with the importance of acceptance and understanding diversity.
This episode resonates with Pride Month as it highlights the struggles of LGBTQ+ individuals who face discrimination and prejudice due to their identity. The lesson learned is the importance of embracing diversity and standing up against discrimination in all its forms.
NOTE: We ask that everyone attending stream the episode locally, you will need access to this episode on streaming service or DVD/BlueRay. We do not typically stream the episode for you due to technical and copywrite restrictions.
Streaming Services
Netflix (Canada): https://www.netflix.com/watch/70177979
Paramount Plus (Canada): https://www.paramountplus.com/shows/video/PNW_6OdKWiz9iNVCP4RuwFOMh56AKkgG/
Topic: USS Renaissance Watch Party / Region 13 Watch Party
Time: June 1st, 2024, 08:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
PLEASE NOTE: Once we start playing the episode no one else will be allowed to join the watch party Zoom, this is necessary to not interrupt people’s enjoyment of watching the episode. Please show up no later than 8:16 pm Eastern.
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