Star Trek: The Next Generation, Season 2, Episode 9: The Measure of a Man

The Not So Grand Jury welcomes back friend of the podcast and special guest Wes Rist to discuss a 1989 episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation, which mostly revolves around the question of whether android officer Lt. Commander Data, played by Brent Spiner, is property or a sentient being.  Wes is an international human rights lawyer who specializes in atrocity prevention (in addition to being a huge nerd like the rest of us).  If you happened to miss Wes's previous appearance on the podcast, we encourage you to go back and listen to Season 1, Episode 26 on Captain America: Civil War, where he provided significant assistance in explaining international law and the Marvel Cinematic Universe.In this episode, Derrick, Geoff, and Wes discuss the concept of JAG officers, Star Trek law, the hearing (not a trial) on whether Data is property or a sentient being, relevant human rights law, and so much more.The sponsor of the podcast is Moore Law PLLC, a law firm that focuses on business law and general commercial litigation.  If you would like to set up a free consultation, please fill out the form located at https://www.mooreatty.com/contact.Thank you to our editors Colleen and Anthony.  And thank you very much to Wes for taking the time to prepare for the recording.Comments? Questions? Corrections? Send us a message!Please connect with us!  IG:  @notsograndjury.  Email:  [email protected].  LinkedIn:  Not So Grand Jury.  Bluesky:  @notsograndjury.bsky.social.