Eric Pesola

Eric W. Pesola is a Heavy contributor writing about the Star Trek Universe. He’s also written for StarTrek.com, TOR.com, Trek.Report, and many other Virginia-based publications. Twitter: @epesola
Tim Russ

Tim Russ’ Most Infamous Science Fiction Role

Eric Pesola

Tim Russ is an incredibly talented human being. He’s an actor, director, writer, musician, and astronomer. But there’s one line from one film that haunts him.

Kate Mulgrew as Janeway

Why the Greatest ‘Star Trek’ Captain Is Officially Janeway

Eric Pesola

Thanks recent developments in the ‘Star Trek Universe,’ it looks like Kathryn Janeway is the greatest captain — not Kirk, Picard, Sisko, or Archer.

Khan and Strange New Worlds

How Will Khan Fit Into the ‘Strange New Worlds’?

Eric Pesola

Producers of “Strange New Worlds” admitted that there is a Khan connection to their show. Will the greatest ‘Star Trek’ villain face Captain Pike as well?

Star Trek Anthology Series

Is It Time for an Animated ‘Star Trek’ Anthology Series?

Eric Pesola

An incredible idea from the co-creator of ‘Strange New Worlds’ would mean exploring adventures from ‘Star Trek: The Original Series,’ and more.

Star Trek 2022

A Roundup of All the New ‘Star Trek’ Coming in 2022

Eric Pesola

We've put together a road map of all new ‘Star Trek’ fans can expect to see throughout 2022. This includes Prodigy, Discovery, Picard, and Strange New Worlds.

Patrick Stewart and Pontiac

When Patrick Stewart used to Sell Cars for GM

Eric Pesola

In the early 1990s, “Star Trek: The Next Generation” was a huge success, and Patrick Stewart’s voice was everywhere — including for a giant automobile brand

William Shatner for Planet Fitness

William Shatner Starts 2022 Right Where He Ended 2021

Eric Pesola

William Shatner’s warp core is running at top efficiency, and his 2021 looks to be nearly as exciting as his 2021 was. But will ‘Bill’ get back into space?

Star Trek’s Annabelle Wallis

PREDICTION: The AI on ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Will Get an Android Body

Eric Pesola

As viewers learn more about the super-AI named Zora, it makes sense that she become a more significant part of the Discovery — as a person.

Cats on Star Trek

Is the ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Feline ‘Grudge Cat’ More Than She Seems?

Eric Pesola

One of the most popular characters on ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ is a cat named Grudge. Even though she is popular, little is known about her, or her secrets.

Klingons on Discovery

Where Are the Klingons on ‘Star Trek: Discovery?’

Eric Pesola

In the 32nd Century of ‘Star Trek: Discovery,’ viewers know what happened to nearly every race — except the Klingons. Why is exactly that?

Sir Patrick Stewart as Scrooge and Picard

Why ‘All Good Things…’ Could Be the Unofficial ‘Star Trek’ Christmas Special

Eric Pesola

The last episode of ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ has been hailed as an all-time great. But its inspirations go all the way back to 1843.

William Marshall and William Shatner

Behind the Scenes of Star Trek’s ‘The Ultimate Computer’

Eric Pesola

A look at the “The Ultimate Computer,” featuring an Al designed to take away Kirk’s role as captain of the Enterprise. If not for a few destroyed starships...

Brent Spiner as Data

The Truth About That Scene From ‘Star Trek: Generations’

Eric Pesola

Internet rumors have exaggerated what exactly happened on the Enterprise set during the filming of ‘Star Trek: Generations.’ We set the story straight.

Three doctors from ‘Star Trek: The Original Series’

Why Did Dr. McCoy Get the Job Aboard the Enterprise?

Eric Pesola

Like many shows, the behind-the-scenes story of ‘Star Trek’ is one of collaboration and change. This is exactly how DeForest Kelley got the gig.

The secret of why Zero is on the Protostar might be hidden in an old ‘Voyager’ episode.

Is the Secret of ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ Buried in 1 of the Silliest ‘Voyager’ Episodes?

Eric Pesola

A lesson learned by Captain Janeway on the ‘Voyager’ might lead to a secret onboard the U.S.S. Protostar in ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’

The flamethrowers on the set of “Star Trek: Discovery”

‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Season 4 Special Effects: AR Wall and Flamethrowers

Eric Pesola

‘Star Trek’ always breaks new ground with technology for storytelling. For ‘Discovery’ Season 4, get ready for augmented reality and flamethrowers.

The Time Captain Kirk Beamed Onto the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Eric Pesola

He’s been involved with so many projects, it might be easy to overlook the time when William Shatner appeared as Kirk in the 1968 Thanksgiving parade.

Behind the scenes secrets from ‘Star Trek: First Contact’

Drawing the Line: Behind the Scenes Secrets From ‘Star Trek: First Contact’

Eric Pesola

Most fans agree that ‘First Contact’ was a successful outing for the TNG cast. Now, at 25, here are a few behind-the-scenes notes you might not know.

Star Trek’s Roxann Dawson Takes Her Talents to a Different Universe

Eric Pesola

Most fans of ‘Star Trek: Voyager’ remember Roxann Dawson fondly as B’Elanna Torres. Now Dawson is using her sci-fi skills to craft ‘Foundation’ for Apple.

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Fan Question: If Dilithium Can Be Transported, Can It Be Replicated?

Eric Pesola

As Season Four of "Star Trek: Discovery" launches, we focus on a fan argument over what exactly dilithium can and cannot do.

Not even the great Michael Burnham could figure this streaming problem out!

International ‘Star Trek’ Fans in Uproar Over New Paramount Decision

Eric Pesola

‘Star Trek’ fans across the globe were irate, as it was announced that Season 4 of ‘Discovery’ would not be available until 2022 for international viewers.

Could CBS be planning to upgrade DS9 and Voyager to HD?

New Hope for an HD Upgrade of ‘Deep Space Nine’ and ‘Voyager’

Eric Pesola

The fans want this to happen, but so far the powers that be at Paramount haven't pulled the trigger. Or have they? Will we see DS9 and Voyager in HD?

Star Trek: Operation Enterprise ride at Movie Park Germany.

New Theme Park to Feature ‘Star Trek’ Section

Eric Pesola

It’s been some time since Paramount ended its involvement with theme parks. But there’s new plans for a massive park with a ‘Star Trek’ section.

The Center Seat

New ‘Star Trek’ Documentary Show on ‘The History Channel’ Aims to Share Secrets

Eric Pesola

The new documentary series, ‘The Center Seat,’ brings humor, wit, and great storytelling to the undiscovered country of Star Trek’s beginnings.

Klingons

FAN THEORY: The Klingons Will Be Back for ‘Star Trek 4’

Eric Pesola

Fans in the United Kingdom are actively hoping that Paramount will bring back the Klingons in the upcoming “Star Trek 4” movie. But will they?

The Canceled Sequel to ‘Star Trek: Nemesis’

Eric Pesola

Even though ‘Star Trek: Nemesis’ was a box office failure, there was a plan for a fifth TNG film, which would have featured stars from all Trek eras.

The first two episodes of ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ are available to watch on YouTube — free of charge.

WATCH the First Episode of ‘Star Trek: Prodigy,’ Free of Charge

Eric Pesola

The reviews of the first episode of ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ are in — but the most important review (yours) is not available. Now’s your chance to watch and decide for yourself!

The shapes of the original Enterprise, the Enterprise-D, the Voyager, and the Protostar.

Why Are the New ‘Star Trek’ Ships All so Pointy?

Eric Pesola

Why exactly has the shape of the ships on "Star Trek" gone from a round saucer section to the jagged, diamond shape?

Jason Alexander as Captain Kirk

Watch the Lost ‘Star Trek’ Special Starring Jason Alexander as Kirk

Eric Pesola

Many fans were surprised when Jason Alexander joined “Star Trek: Prodigy” as a recurring voice. But his love of Trek made it an easy choice for the “Seinfeld” star.

Captain Sisko’s different looks

The Controversial Hairstyle of Avery Brooks’ Captain Sisko

Eric Pesola

Captain Benjamin Sisko is a beloved character in the pantheon of “Star Trek” captains. But why did Avery Brooks change his hairdo between Seasons 3 and 4?