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Xenophobia

What explore the dangers of xenophobia, in Star Trek and 2021. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by...

Perception of time

What changes our perception of time and how can Star Trek help us understand why time has been so strange since the start of the COVID-19 global pandemic one year ago? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along th...

Attention

Attenton, distraction, and focus. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper and Scott Marti...

"Living Witness" and the Star Trek: Voyager Documentary

We have a special Double Feature this week beginning with a watchalong of the Star Trek: Voyager episode "Living Witness". Following that we are joined by some of the team behind the Star Trek Voyager documentary. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission take...

Jealousy and Envy

What Star Trek can teach us about experiencing jealousy and envy in a healthy way. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Liv...

Love of stuff

It's a Valentine's Day special episode of Life Support Live! We're talking love...of stuff. Engineer's and their starships. Captains and their glasses, flutes, baseballs, and coffee. Klingons and their...tooth sharpener? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our missi...

Identity: General Chang and Beyond

This week we mark the passing of the actor Christopher Plummer with a discussion about Identity as it relates to Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country and Plummers character of General Chang. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to h...

Technology and mental health

How does Technology impact our mental health? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper and...

Suspicion of Medicine

The role of medicine and the suspicion it can bring with it. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by J...

Tribbles Watch Party

Let’s watch Star Trek The Original Series' "The Trouble with Tribbles" and Deep Space Nine's "Trials and Tribble-ations" "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu...

Scarcity

How does scarcity change the way we think and how this is impacting the pandemic world we are living in? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited...

TNG's "Tapestry"

Let’s watch Star Trek: The Next Generation’s “Tapestry” together! "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated...

Making a big change with guest Glenn Dakin

What can help us to make a big decision? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper and Sco...

The laws of nature

Can society push too far past nature’s law? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper and ...

Reconciliation

How can we heal deep wounds in our own lives? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper an...

Star Trek: First Contact

Let’s watch Star Trek: First Contact together. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper a...

Personal sacrifice

Why do we make sacrifices and how we can sustain our sacrifices throughout the pandemic? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Marti...

Wisdom

What actually makes someone wise? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper and Scott Mart...

Facing your pain

How can we work through our pain? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod Cooper and Scott Mart...

Disguises, Fear, and Fun

We discuss disguises throughout Star Trek and how they help us understand our love of Halloween and cosplay. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast ed...

Negotiating conflict

What can Star Trek teach us about negotiating conflict? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod...

Virtual Trek Con

From Virtual Trek Con we countdown our favorite lessons learned from Life Support Live. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin...

Disorientation

What can we when when our sense of reality is turned upside down? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated ...

Rules

When should we follow rules and when should we break them? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jar...

Therapy

Across all Star Trek, what does therapy look like? When is it good? When is it bad? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Li...

Misjudging motivations

What do we do when we completely misjudge someone else’s motivations? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moder...

Friendships that help you grow

What types of friendships can help you grow, push you to do better? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderate...

False pretenses

False pretenses across Star Trek and how they can help us understand disinformation in 2020. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott M...

Jealousy

Why do we get jealous and how can we deal with it in a healthy way? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderat...

False assumptions

Why do we make false assumptions and how can we do better in our own lives? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream ...

Work relationships

What can you do to make the most of your relationships at work? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated b...

Finding your calling(s)

How do you find your calling(s), in Star Trek and in real life? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated b...

Romance

What lessons can we take from romantic relationships across all of Star Trek? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestre...

Klingon mental health

How does mental health work from a Klingon perspective? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by Scott Martin. Livestream moderated by Jarrod...

Burnout

What is burnout? And if Starfleet's own Kirk, Picard, Sisko, and Janeway can suffer from it, what can we do? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast ed...

PTSD and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine's "It's Only a Paper Moon"

Join us as we watch the landmark Nog episode about trauma and healing. How accurate was it? What can we do about and support those with post-traumatic stress? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. ...

Frustration, Anger, and Rage

From Kirk and Khan to Sisko and the Maquis, we explore anger - what it is, why we experience it, when it’s good, and when it’s bad. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek a...

Star Trek: Insurrection

We celebrate Independence Day in the United States by watching Star Trek: Insurrection and exploring rebellion. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcas...

Logic VS Emotions During Uncertain Times

How do we balance logic and emotions during uncertain times? We look to Spock and Worf for guidance. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our mission takes us, we promise to have a little fun along the way. Produced by Larry Nemecek and Ali Mattu. Podcast edited by...

Misinformation, fake news, and Star Trek

What do you do when you don't know what is "true" anymore? Or who to trust? We explore misinformation, fake news, and propaganda through the lens of Star Trek and learn how we can figure out what is real and what’s fake. "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. Wherever our missi...

Music, Star Trek, and Mental Health

From "The Inner Light" and the space hippies, to the “Amok Time” and "Sabotage” music has moved characters, plot points, and the fandom. Can Star Trek’s music help us today with our mood and well-being as much as it did Starfleet's best? "Dr. Trek" Larry Nemecek and (actual doctor) psychologist Ali Mattu present LIFE SUPPORT LIFE, a weekly show that explores how Star Trek can help us boldly go in our own lives, better ourselves, and the rest of humanity. It’s Star Trek meets mental health. W...

Prejudice, equity, and justice in Star Trek

Gatekeeping in Star Trek fandom

Star Trek and sleep

Anxiety in the final frontier

Voyager and isolation

"The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few..."

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and uncertainty

Picard and trauma

Star Trek meets mental health with LIFE SUPPORT LIVE!