Recently, during an interview with the press, Jess Bush shared that Nurse Chapel's storyline this season on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is "fresh" and "genre-bending sci-fi." Expect to see significant "marks of growth" as Chapel steps up to the plate, finds solutions to intense problems, and explores new sides of herself outside of sickbay, even venturing into "explorer" territory.

Martin Quinn, who plays Scotty, hopes his character will stay "grumpy" and less of a “control freak” and not "show-off as much." Quinn also mentioned that the writers are mindful of keeping Scotty true to his classic "old Scotty" roots.

When asked about Chapel's perspective on her evolving relationship with Spock, Jess Bush revealed that Chapel doesn't approach it with a "binary" mindset. Instead, she embraces the "intimate humanity" of their connection, suggesting a "willful ignorance" of conventional expectations won't define their bond.

Martin Quinn spoke about keeping his Scottish accent for Scotty, expressing a desire to maintain it while ensuring he's understood. He wants to "keep true to the old Scotty," trusting the writers to honor the character's legacy. He also mentioned Carol Kane's character, Pelia. From Scotty's perspective, he feels Pelia is "annoying" and prevents him from "spreading his wings" but acknowledges there are "lessons to learn," and he "should listen up.”

Quinn shared positive feedback about joining the cast, stating that everyone has been "open and positive [and] encouraging." He "couldn't ask for a better cast."

The actors were asked about other genres they'd like to see Star Trek venture into: Jess Bush would love a Western, a psychological thriller, or a buddy cop episode. Martin Quinn suggested a "one-shot" episode.

Watch the interview below.