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Cam Smith & Tyler Orton
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Lower Decks: "Starbase 80?!" + "Of Gods and Angles" (#525)

Lower Decks: "Starbase 80?!" + "Of Gods and Angles" (#525)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton hit up an Acamarian arcade while reviewing the latest two episodes of Lower Decks, Starbase 80?! and Of Gods and Angles. From Enterprise shout-outs, to demigod children and Boimler's facial hair, the duo cover all the big topics. Plus, the hosts discuss the recent Roddenberry Archive-produced short film Unification.    Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Catching Up with Lower Decks S4 + Very Short Treks Star Trek: Generations   Join us next time as we create the Benjamin Sisko hall of fame!
48:0824/11/2024
Let's Bring These Characters Back! (#524)

Let's Bring These Characters Back! (#524)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton ponder the current state of the Cardassian union while revealing which remaining legacy characters most deserve to be brought back. From the NX-01's trusty first officer T'Pol, to plain, simple Garak and a fraudulent TNG time traveler, the duo examine each candidate and debate how their return should happen.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as v0ideos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Star Trek's Best Recurring Characters Exploring Star Trek's Outsider Characters     Join us next time as we review episodes 5 and 6 of Lower Decks' final season!
52:4818/11/2024
Lower Decks: "The Best Exotic Nanite Hotel" + "A Farewell to Farms" (#523)

Lower Decks: "The Best Exotic Nanite Hotel" + "A Farewell to Farms" (#523)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton outrun a giant icosahedron while checking back in with Lower Decks' latest episodes The Best Exotic Nanite Hotel and A Farewell to Farms. From Jennifer's return, to Gallamite skulls and a belated Wej Duj follow-up, the duo weigh in on the show's current trajectory.    Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Lower Decks: "Wej Duj" Lower Decks: "The Inner Fight" Lower Decks: "Cupid's Errant Arrow" Lower Decks: "Envoys"   Join us next time as we determine which legacy characters are still worth resurrecting!
58:2912/11/2024
IMDb Damage Control (#522)

IMDb Damage Control (#522)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton awaken from cryogenic sleep just in time to debate which Trek episodes and films are the most overrated and underrated on IMDb. From Khan's debut, to the return of the Enterprise-D and Strange New Worlds' musical extravaganza, the duo highlight the most glaring examples of online voters getting it wrong. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: TNG: "Best of Both Worlds" VOY: "Caretaker" Picard: "Vox" SNW: "Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow" SNW: "Subspace Rhapsody" DSC: "Vaulting Ambition"   Join us next time as we tackle the two latest episodes of Lower Decks!
01:08:2204/11/2024
Lower Decks: "Dos Ceritos" + "Shades of Green" (#521)

Lower Decks: "Dos Ceritos" + "Shades of Green" (#521)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton buy lifetime subscriptions to Fleet Magazine while kicking off Lower Decks' final season with the episodes Dos Ceritos and Shades of Green. From Becky Freeman and her riding crop, to Tendi's Orion pirate shenanigans and Boimler's Bointers, the duo compare the show's latest season launch against those of the past.    Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Lower Decks: "Second Contact" Lower Decks: "Strange Energies" Lower Decks: "Cupid's Errant Arrow" Catching Up with Lower Decks Season 3   Join us next time as we debate whether IMDB users are scoring Trek episodes properly!
47:4227/10/2024
What We Want to See in Lower Decks Season 5 (#520)

What We Want to See in Lower Decks Season 5 (#520)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton take a break from their Commander Ransom fan-art in order to reveal their hopes for Lower Decks' final season. From Mariner and Boimler's character arc conclusions, to Enterprise cameos and less Orion hijinx, the duo debate how best to wrap up Trek's most irreverent adventure.    Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Catching Up with Lower Decks Season 4 Lower Decks: "Old Friends, New Planets" Lower Decks: "Reflections"   Join us next time as we engage with the premiere of Lower Decks' fifth and final season!
51:1421/10/2024
SpyHards Live: "Our Man Bashir" & Spycraft in Deep Space Nine

SpyHards Live: "Our Man Bashir" & Spycraft in Deep Space Nine

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton are taking a break this week and instead present a very special SpyHards Podcast episode, recorded live at this summer's Trek to Vegas convention: Agents Scott and Cam beam down to the 2024 Trek to Vegas convention and decode the classic Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode Our Man Bashir. Joined by DS9 showrunner Ira Steven Behr, writer Ronald D. Moore and co-producer Robert Hewitt Wolfe, the hosts explore how this 60s spy genre love letter came to be. Directed by Winrich Kolbe. Starring Avery Brooks, Rene Auberjonois, Michael Dorn, Terry Farrell, Colm Meaney, Armin Shimerman, Alexander Siddig, Nana Visitor and Andrew Robinson. *SpyHards wish to thank our friends at Inglorious Treksperts, who produced all four days of programming on the Treksperts Stage at Creation's Trek to Vegas convention, for making this possible. *We'd also like to sincerely thank Ira Steven Behr, Ronald D. Moore and Robert Hewitt Wolfe for their invaluable participation. *If you're a Star Trek fan don't miss Inglorious Treksperts every Thursday wherever you listen to podcasts, and new episodes now available on YouTube at inglorious treksperts. You can also follow the show on all major social channels at inglorioustrek and inglorioustreksperts.   Join Subspace's Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Join us next time as we return to your usual Subspace programming!
01:15:5106/10/2024
ENT: "Regeneration" - Will Trek Ever Escape the Borg? (#519)

ENT: "Regeneration" - Will Trek Ever Escape the Borg? (#519)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton take turns standing watch over a mechanical arm while revisiting the classic Enterprise episode Regeneration. From the story's prequel concept, to the Borg's popularity in Trekdom and their future evolutions to come, the duo determine just much the franchise needs these cyber-zombie antagonists. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: The Evolution of the Borg TNG: "Best of Both Worlds" Star Trek: First Contact VOY: "Scorpion" VOY: "Dark Frontier" VOY: "Endgame"   Join us next time as we crossover with SpyHards Podcast and celebrate Our Man Bashir!
46:2029/09/2024
Building the Janeway Hall of Fame (#518)

Building the Janeway Hall of Fame (#518)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton search nearby nebulas for coffee while crafting the ultimate Top 10 list of Kathryn Janeway's greatest adventures. From beloved classics like Counterpoint and Year of Hell, to more obscure options like Resolutions or 11:59, the duo explore all of her spotlight episodes and debate whether they belong in the eternal Hall of Fame or not. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: The Journey of Janeway VOY: "Caretaker" VOY: "Scorpion" VOY: "Dark Frontier" VOY: "Year of Hell" VOY: "Equinox" VOY: "Workforce" VOY: "Endgame" Star Trek's Oddball Episodes   Join us next time as we get assimilated by the classic Enterprise episode Regeneration!
53:3522/09/2024
The Fates of Our Captains (#517)

The Fates of Our Captains (#517)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton surrender to Talosian illusions while exploring the final journeys of Trek's iconic captains. From Kirk's "bridge on the Captain" demise, to Sisko's non-linear fate with the wormhole aliens and Burnham's farewell to Zora, the duo debate which endings satisfied and which ones just plain irritated. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: PIC: "The Last Generation" DS9: "What You Leave Behind" Star Trek: Generations ENT: "Demons," "Terra Prime" + "These Are the Voyages..." TOS: "The Menagerie" DSC: "Life, Itself"   Join us next week as we create the Janeway hall of fame!
01:01:0715/09/2024
How to Make a Second Episode Sizzle (#516)

How to Make a Second Episode Sizzle (#516)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton attempt to make clumsy slug metaphors while debating Trek's success ratio for following up a successful premiere. From Garak's crowd-pleasing debut, to Uhura's first away mission and steamy Data/Yar sexy times, the duo examine the franchise's many second episodes and decide which ones best paved the way for the journey ahead.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Ranking Trek's Series Premieres TNG: "Encounter at Farpoint" DS9: "Emissary" VOY: "Caretaker" ENT: "Broken Bow" DSC: "The Vulcan Hello" + "Battle at the Binary Stars" PIC: "Maps and Legends" LOW: "Envoys" PRO: "Starstruck, "Dreamcatcher" + "Terror Firma"  SNW: "Children of the Comet"   Join us next week as we ponder the fates of our captains!
01:10:4608/09/2024
Wrapping Up Prodigy Season 2: Episodes 11-20 (#515)

Wrapping Up Prodigy Season 2: Episodes 11-20 (#515)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton sail through the sky on giant eels while completing the second half of Prodigy season 2. From Chakotay's much-anticipated return, to more Mirror Universe shenanigans and the probable end of the show's journey, the duo talk through all the highlights.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Exploring Prodigy Season 2: Episodes 1-10 Wrapping Up Star Trek: Prodigy Season One Who is Trek's Ultimate Fighter?   Join us next week as we explore Trek's second episodes!
51:5401/09/2024
TNG: "Rascals" - Would This Story Work with a Different Crew? (#514)

TNG: "Rascals" - Would This Story Work with a Different Crew? (#514)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton giggle and jump on their beds while revisiting the classic TNG episode Rascals. In addition to reviewing the episode and its impressive child performances the duo brainstorm how this conceit might work on a different Trek show. Kid Neelix, anyone? Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Best & Worst Child Characters Hidden Gems of Star Trek   Join us next week as we wrap up Prodigy's second season!
52:3226/08/2024
Star Trek's Guest Star Wasteland (#513)

Star Trek's Guest Star Wasteland (#513)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton frolic on the beaches of Risa while recalling Trek's most frustrating botched guest star appearances. From Frank Langella's vanishing Minister Jaro, to Vanessa Williams' bizarre pleasure planet duty and Jason Alexander's underwhelming alien makeovers, the duo take the franchise to task for its worst examples of wasting incredible talent. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: DSC: "Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad" Short Treks: "The Escape Artist" ENT: "These Are the Voyages..." Give This Episode a Sequel!   Join us next week as we get downright childish with the classic TNG episode Rascals!
01:03:0718/08/2024
STLV: Trek to Vegas 2024 Memories (#512)

STLV: Trek to Vegas 2024 Memories (#512)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Scott Hardy of the SpyHards Podcast, scream "Dabo!" at the top of their lungs while recapping Creation's 2024 STLV: Trek to Vegas convention! From surprising panel moments, to lively evening events and triumphant vendors room purchases, the trio recap all the highs and lows of their Vegas experience. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Las Vegas 57-Year Mission 2023 Memories Las Vegas 56-Year Mission 2022 Memories Star Trek Las Vegas Con 2019 Memories Picard is Back + Other STLV Con 2018 Memories Star Trek Las Vegas Con 2017 Memories Star Trek Las Vegas Con 2016 Memories Star Trek Las Vegas Con 2015 Memories Star Trek Las Vegas Con 2014 Memories   Join us next week as we explore Trek's most wasted guest stars!
01:35:4611/08/2024
Building the Picard Hall of Fame (#511)

Building the Picard Hall of Fame (#511)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton make it so while creating the definitive Top 10 list of Picard's greatest adventures. From beloved classics like The Inner Light and Tapestry, to more obscure options like Allegiance or We'll Always Have Paris, the duo dive into each of Jean-Luc's spotlight episodes and debate whether they belong in the phasered-in-stone Hall of Fame or not. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: "Darmok": The Perfect TNG Episode? Why is Picard So Important to Star Trek? The Best of Picard   Join us next time as we recap STLV 2024!
58:0329/07/2024
Kurtzman Trek vs. Disney Star Wars (#510)

Kurtzman Trek vs. Disney Star Wars (#510)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton give in to the dark side while comparing the creative journeys of modern Trek and Star Wars. Through a detailed exploration of both their inconsistent streaming TV outputs and blockbuster film releases the duo weigh the pros and cons of each and determine which franchise is currently on top. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Star Trek vs. Star Wars The Hilariously Abandoned Plots of Kurtzman Trek Star Trek: Discovery: Season 2 vs. Season 1   Join us next week as we create the definitive Jean-Luc Picard Hall of Fame!
01:34:0322/07/2024
TOS: "Where No Man Has Gone Before" - The Series Premiere That Wasn't! (#509)

TOS: "Where No Man Has Gone Before" - The Series Premiere That Wasn't! (#509)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton wince from their painful silver contact lenses while delving into the second TOS pilot Where No Man Has Gone Before. From Kirk's introduction, to Gary Mitchell's significant screentime and a slightly off-model Spock, the duo debate how successful this episode would have been as a series premiere. Plus, the hosts discuss the latest Star Trek: Starfleet Academy casting announcement.   Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Ranking Trek's Series Premieres Starfleet vs. Super-Powered Beings DS9: "Emissary"   Join us next week as we compare and contrast Kurtzman's Trek era against Disney Star Wars!
53:2015/07/2024
Exploring Prodigy Season 2: Episodes 1-10 (#508)

Exploring Prodigy Season 2: Episodes 1-10 (#508)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get erased from existence by the Loom while diving into the first half of Prodigy's second season. From Admiral Janeway and the new USS Voyager, to the ongoing Chakotay search and the surprising return of a classic fan favourite, the duo hit all the big talking points. Plus, the hosts discuss the recently announced Paramount/Skydance merger and ponder its potential impact on Trek.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Prodigy: "Lost and Found" Wrapping Up Star Trek: Prodigy Season One Lower Decks: "A Mathematically Perfect Redemption"   Join us next week as we revisit the classic TOS episode Where No Man Has Gone Before!
01:11:5909/07/2024
Which Star Trek Era Would You Want to Live In? (#507)

Which Star Trek Era Would You Want to Live In? (#507)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton chow down on coloured cubes while debating which Trek time period would be the most appealing to live in. From the swinging 60s vibes of the TOS years, to the more civilized Berman era and Discovery's distant 32nd century, the duo break down all the crucial pros and cons. Plus, the hosts catch up with the latest episode of The Acolyte, Night.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Best & Worst Hangouts Things That Don't Make Sense in Star Trek   Join us next week as we check out the first five episodes of Prodigy S2!
01:05:3801/07/2024
The Journey of Shran (#506)

The Journey of Shran (#506)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton argue over who owes who a favour while examining the journey of Jeffrey Combs' Andorian icon Shran. From his early hostage-taking days, to his Xindi War tours of duty and bizarre diamond thieving phase, the duo retrace the character's memorable evolution and debate where a hypothetical season 5 could have taken him.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: All About the Andorians! Why Trek Needs Actors Like Jeffrey Combs The Evolution of the Vulcans   Join us next week as we revisit Star Trek's historical eras!
52:5725/06/2024
VOY: "Bride of Chaotica!" (#505)

VOY: "Bride of Chaotica!" (#505)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton put away their rocket packs in order to revisit the classic Voyager holodeck adventure Bride of Chaotica! From Mulgrew's camp-tastic performance, to the episode's pulp sci-fi roots and, of course, Satan's Robot, the duo break it all down. Plus, the hosts discuss Starfleet Academy casting news and the third episode of The Acolyte, Destiny. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Characters in Costume! When Technology Goes Awry! The Journey of Janeway   Join us next week as we examine the journey of Shran!
01:04:4117/06/2024
The Current State of Trek 2024 (#504)

The Current State of Trek 2024 (#504)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton experience vivid friend-hugging daydreams while gauging the current health level of the Star Trek franchise. From the end of Discovery and Lower Decks, to the impending launch of Starfleet Academy and Prodigy's return on Netflix, the duo debate whether they're approaching the future with optimism or pessimism. Plus, the hosts weigh in on the first two episodes of the new Star Wars series The Acolyte.   Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: The Current State of Trek 2023 The Current State of Trek 2022 The Current State of Trek 2021 The Current State of Trek 2020 The Current State of Trek 2019 The Current State of Trek 2018 The Current State of Trek 2017 The Current State of Trek 2016 The Current State of Trek 2015   Join us next week as we camp it up with the Bride of Chaotica!
01:15:2709/06/2024
Discovery: "Life, Itself" (#503)

Discovery: "Life, Itself" (#503)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton age remarkably well while delving into the series finale of Star Trek: Discovery, Life, Itself! From the fates of Burnham and crew, to the Progenitors' secret technology and Dr. Kovich's true identity, the duo cover all the big topics! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Short Treks: "Calypso" Ranking Star Trek's Series Finales   Join us next week as we contemplate the current state of Trek!
01:04:5203/06/2024
Discovery: "Lagrange Point" + Starfleet Academy and Film News

Discovery: "Lagrange Point" + Starfleet Academy and Film News

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get sucked into a space barrel while reviewing the penultimate episode of Discovery, Lagrange Point! From Burnham and Book's relationship, to the Dreadnought heist and Saru's welcome return, the duo cover it all. Plus, the hosts discuss recent news regarding Starfleet Academy, Strange New Worlds S3 and the film franchise. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Voyager: "Unimatrix Zero" Discovery: "All is Possible"   Join us next week as we complete our Star Trek: Discovery journey with Life, Itself!
01:01:1226/05/2024
Discovery: "Labyrinths" (#501)

Discovery: "Labyrinths" (#501)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton stamp their staffs on the ground in unison while breaking down the latest episode of Discovery, Labyrinths! From a momentous trip to the Eternal Archive, to Burnham's epiphany and some major Breen villainy, the duo unpack it all.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Discovery: "Su'Kal" Discovery: "Stormy Weather" Discovery: "Rosetta"   Join us next week as we check in with the penultimate episode of Star Trek: Discovery, Lagrange Point!
57:5620/05/2024
Discovery: "Erigah" (#500)

Discovery: "Erigah" (#500)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton put on their rented refrigeration suits and celebrate 500 episodes with Discovery's latest episode, Erigah! From L'ak and Moll's messy relationship drama, to the looming Breen threat and the return of Commander Nhan, the duo talk it all through.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Discovery: "The Vulcan Hello" + "Battle at the Binary Stars" Discovery: "Brother" Discovery: "Die Trying" The Evolution of the Dominion   Join us next week as we get lost in the latest episode of Discovery, Labyrinths!
01:05:2513/05/2024
Discovery: "Whistlespeak" (#499)

Discovery: "Whistlespeak" (#499)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton quit their jobs as dust collectors in order to beam in with a review of Discovery's latest episode, Whistlespeak. From Burnham breaking the Prime Directive, to a flurry of Starfleet Academy teases and Culber's ongoing spiritual awakening, the duo break it all down.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Strange New Worlds: "Lift Us Where Suffering Cannot Reach" Discovery: "The Sanctuary" Discovery: "Saints of Imperfection" Are Starfleet Cadets the Worst?   Join us next week as we take on the latest episode of Discovery, Erigah!
57:5905/05/2024
Discovery: "Mirrors" (#498)

Discovery: "Mirrors" (#498)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton wax poetic about an obscure relative no one has ever met before while tackling Discovery's latest episode, Mirrors. From Moll and L'ak's origin story, to a guest from the Mirror Universe and Dr. Culber's concerns, the duo dive in.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: The Evolution of the Dominion Should Trek Return to the Mirror Universe?   Join us next week as we engage with the latest episode of Discovery, Whistlespeak!
58:4029/04/2024
Discovery: "Face the Strange" (#497)

Discovery: "Face the Strange" (#497)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton relive the horrors of the Osyraa era while hopping through time with Discovery's latest episode, Face the Strange. From a surprise visit to Burnham and crew's greatest hits, to the return of Airiam and First Officer Raynor's gradual mellowing, the duo weigh in.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Discovery: "Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad" Discovery: "Such Sweet Sorrow, Part 2" Discovery: "That Hope Is You, Part 2" Short Treks: "Calypso"   Join us next week as we beam in to review the latest episode of Discovery, Mirrors!
58:4022/04/2024
Discovery: "Jinaal" (#496)

Discovery: "Jinaal" (#496)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton run screaming away from cloaked bees while engaging with the third episode of Discovery's final season, Jinaal. From the return of Gray Tal, to Dr. Culber's symbiont possession and Saru's relationship anxieties, the duo break it all down. Plus, the duo discuss the end of Lower Decks and the next Trek film. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Discovery: "Forget Me Not" The Evolution of the Vulcans   Join us next week as we beam in to review the latest episode of Discovery, Face the Strange!
55:3814/04/2024
Discovery: "Red Directive" + "Under the Twin Moons" (#495)

Discovery: "Red Directive" + "Under the Twin Moons" (#495)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton perform high-speed sprints through the forest while reuniting with Discovery for the first two episodes of its final season, Red Directive and Under the Twin Moons. From the introduction of Captain Rayner, to the new devious villain duo and an intriguing connection to the classic TNG episode The Chase, the duo cover all the big talking points! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Discovery: "Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum" Discovery: "Species Ten-C"   Join us next week as we engage with the latest episode of Discovery, Jinaal!
01:11:1008/04/2024
How Characters Evolve + Trek Franchise News (#494)

How Characters Evolve + Trek Franchise News (#494)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton become feckless elderly robots while diving into Star Trek's rich history of character arcs. From Kirk's grapples with mortality, to Bashir's maturation and T'Pol's evolving trust in humans, the duo debate which journeys work and which ones come up short. Plus, the hosts break down all the latest news surrounding Trek movies, Prodigy, Starfleet Academy and more!  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: The Journey of Worf The Evolution of Odo The Best & Worst Star Trek Story Arcs   Join us next week as we kick off Discovery's final season!
01:18:3801/04/2024
DS9: "You Are Cordially Invited" + You Can Call Me Bill (#493)

DS9: "You Are Cordially Invited" + You Can Call Me Bill (#493)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton beat each other with Ma'Staka sticks while revisiting the classic DS9 episode You Are Cordially Invited. From Jadzia's battle of wills with Sirella, to Worf's painful bachelor party and Martok's romantic musings, the duo break it all down. Plus, the hosts review the new William Shatner documentary You Can Call Me Bill.   Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: The Dominion War: 20 Years Later For the Love of Spock Trekkies and Star Trek Fan Culture   Join us next week as we determine the best and worst character arcs!
01:00:3125/03/2024
Ranking Star Trek's Final Seasons (#492)

Ranking Star Trek's Final Seasons (#492)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton bid Neelix a tearful farewell while delving into Star Trek's shaky track record with final seasons. From TOS's third season cost-cutting, to DS9's Dominion War finale and Picard's nostalgia-drenched endgame, the duo determine which series went out on highs and which ones were coasting on fumes.   Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Ranking Star Trek's Season Finales Best & Worst Star Trek Seasons TNG: "All Good Things..." VOY: "Endgame"   Join us next week as we get romantic with the DS9 episode You Are Cordially Invited!
01:08:3918/03/2024
The Journey of Dr. Beverly Crusher (#491)

The Journey of Dr. Beverly Crusher (#491)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get trapped in a warp bubble while examining the journey of the Enterprise-D's chief medical officer Dr. Beverly Crusher. From her rocky series start, to her milestone career highlights and Picard S3 Commando Crusher reinvention, the duo chart her fascinating, and often underexplored, evolution.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: TNG: "Descent" TNG: "Chain of Command" For the Love of Wesley! The Journey of Janeway   Join us next week as we discuss the best and worst final seasons!
01:15:0210/03/2024
False Farewells and Curious Returns (#490)

False Farewells and Curious Returns (#490)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton emerge unshaven from the Mycelial network in order to showcase the most memorable examples of Star Trek writing out a fan favorite character only to pivot and resurrect them. From Spock and Data's undone movie deaths, to Ro's Picard S3 return and Culber's spore clone, the duo separate the rewarding cases from the irritating ones.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Star Trek: Generations Star Trek III: The Search for Spock Early Departures in Star Trek Rediscovering Discovery S2... On Blu-ray!   Join us next week as we chart the evolution of Dr. Crusher!
54:5404/03/2024
Enterprise: "Twilight" - Does This Episode Have It All? (#489)

Enterprise: "Twilight" - Does This Episode Have It All? (#489)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton succumb to interspatial parasites while revisiting Enterprise's much-loved third season episode Twilight. From its touching Archer/T'Pol dynamic, to the darkest timeline Xindi victory and the story's high concept, the duo break it all down. Plus, the hosts weigh in on the latest trailer for Discovery's fifth and final season. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Enterprise: "Broken Bow" Enterprise: "In a Mirror, Darkly" Enterprise: "Demons," "Terra Prime" and "These Are the Voyages..."  Ranking Star Trek's First Officers   Join us next week as we ponder Star Trek's many false endings!
49:1726/02/2024
Star Trek Family Values (#488)

Star Trek Family Values (#488)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton search for someone to complete their triumvirate while debating which Star Trek crews actually feel like believable makeshift families. From the classic Kirk/Spock/Bones trio, to DS9's dysfunctional denizens and the kooky quartet of cut-ups on Lower Decks, the duo rank each series according to authenticity, warmth and unity.   Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Star Trek's Daddy Issues Star Trek Mothers Gone Amok! Friendships in the Final Frontier   Join us next week as we revisit the classic Enterprise episode Twilight!
01:05:5419/02/2024
Ranking the Star Trek Opening Themes (#487)

Ranking the Star Trek Opening Themes (#487)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton groove to 70s disco goodness while exploring the history of classic Trek opening titles music. From Jerry Goldsmith's iconic TNG theme, to Dennis McCarthy's haunting DS9 cue and Jeff Russo's recent efforts on Picard, Discovery and Strange New Worlds, the duo determine which ones work and which fail to click! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Best & Worst Musical Moments ENT: "Broken Bow"   Join us next week as we debate which Trek crews truly do feel like families!
48:1414/02/2024
The Journey of Worf (#486)

The Journey of Worf (#486)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton fail introductory Bat'leth training while charting the journey of Trek's most iconic Klingon hero, Worf. From modest red-shirted beginnings, to his iconic later TNG, DS9 and Picard adventures, the duo strive to underscore exactly why the son of Mogh is such a fascinating and enduring character.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: It's Time for a Court Martial! The Psychology of Geordi La Forge The Evolution of the Klingons TNG: "Redemption"    Join us next week as we rank the opening themes!
01:19:1205/02/2024
Star Trek's Biggest What Ifs (#485)

Star Trek's Biggest What Ifs (#485)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton dodge Armus fire while pondering the roads the franchise might have travelled had history turned out differently. From the untimely exits of Yar and Kes, to the scrapping of the Phase II TV show and Bryan Fuller's departure from Discovery, the duo debate how these milestone occurrences shaped the future of Trek as we know it.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Early Departures in Star Trek Star Trek's Turning Points Star Trek: The Motion Picture   Join us next week as we chart the journey of Worf!
01:09:1329/01/2024
TNG: "Imaginary Friend" - Who Exactly is This Episode About?  (#484)

TNG: "Imaginary Friend" - Who Exactly is This Episode About? (#484)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton hurl clay at one another while delving into one of Next Generation's stranger outings, Imaginary Friend. From its puzzling choice of protagonist, to Picard's bizarre speechifying and Trek's shaky history with child-focused stories, the duo seek to understand the methods behind the episode's madness. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Best & Worst Child Characters The Best Worst Star Trek Episodes The Best Worst Star Trek Episodes: Part II   Join us next week as we explore Trek's greatest What Ifs!
01:03:4622/01/2024
Star Trek's Surprise Breakout Characters (#483)

Star Trek's Surprise Breakout Characters (#483)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton ride in on the Kumari in order to debate which surprise fan favourite characters most changed the course of their respective series. From Nimoy's legendary Spock, to Enterprise's resident Andorian Shran and Mirror Universe femme fatale Intendant Kira, the duo highlight the Trek icons who improved the franchise by stealing the spotlight.  Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Exploring Star Trek's Outsider Characters The Evolution of Q DSC: "Brother"   Join us next week as we ponder the curious TNG episode Imaginary Friend!
01:03:4615/01/2024
What’s in Store for Trek in 2024? (#482)

What’s in Store for Trek in 2024? (#482)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton boldly declare "Let's fly!" as they attempt to forecast Star Trek's impact in 2024. From Discovery's final season, to Prodigy's return and the possibility of seeing Section 31, the duo reveal their hopes, expectations and predictions.   Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: What is Starfleet? What to Expect from Star Trek in 2023?   Join us next week as we engage in more Trek hijinx!
01:08:2908/01/2024
The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2023! (#481)

The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2023! (#481)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton clink glasses in the Ten Forward holosuite program as they look back on the Trek year of 2023. In addition to their highlight moments and most embarrassing bloopers, the duo also re-examine the franchise's recent big swings, including Strange New Worlds S2, Picard S3 and Prodigy's bumpy inaugural launch. Happy holidays and New Year to you all! We'll see you in 2024! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2022! The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2021! The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2020! The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2019! The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2018! The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2017! The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2016! The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2015! The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2014!   Join us in January as we debate Trek's forecast for 2024!
01:36:2328/12/2023
How TOS’s ”The Tholian Web” Informs the Future of Trek (#480)

How TOS’s ”The Tholian Web” Informs the Future of Trek (#480)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton phase in and out of sight while revisiting the classic season 3 TOS episode The Tholian Web and analyzing its impact on future Trek storytelling. From the fascinating Spock/McCoy dynamic, to Kirk's final video message and the mysterious Tholians themselves, the duo break down precisely why this hour of television continues to impress.   Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: "The Galileo Seven": TOS's First Great Spock Story? ENT: "In a Mirror, Darkly" Exploring Star Trek's Outsider Characters Star Trek TNG: "Redemption"   Join us next week as we wrap up 2023 in classic Subspace style!
50:3618/12/2023
Star Trek’s Top Geniuses, and More! (#479)

Star Trek’s Top Geniuses, and More! (#479)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton channel their inner-Pakleds while trying to determine which Trek characters would score the highest, and lowest, IQ scores. From unstoppable cerebral warriors like Data and Burnham, to endearing figures of fun such as Murph and Quark, the duo size up every major franchise regular and rank the results. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: For the Love of Wesley The Psychology of Geordi La Forge The Journey of Janeway   Join us next week as we revisit the classic TOS episode The Tholian Web!
01:06:0011/12/2023
The Journey of Dukat (#478)

The Journey of Dukat (#478)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton party with the Pah-wraiths while charting the evolution of Trek's greatest villain, Gul Dukat. From his modest introduction in Emissary, to fiery departure in DS9's series finale, the duo chart the character's unforgettably fascinating, unsettling and occasionally frustrating seven season arc.    Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: The Dominion War: 20 Years Later DS9: "The Maquis" DS9: "Favor the Bold" + "Sacrifice of Angels" DS9: "What You Leave Behind" Star Trek's Ultimate Baddies Draft   Join us next week as we examine genius in Star Trek!
01:07:3104/12/2023
Ranking the nuTrek Seasons (#477)

Ranking the nuTrek Seasons (#477)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton continue to ponder the Red Angel mystery as they deliver their individual ranked lists of the Kurtzman era Star Trek seasons. From the dizzying highs of Prodigy and Strange New Worlds, to the nauseating lows of Picard's sophomore slump, the duo determine how the 14 modern seasons ultimately stack up. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: The Best and Worst of nuTrek, Part 1 The Best and Worst of nuTrek, Part 2 Best & Worst Star Trek Seasons   Join us next week as we chart the evolution of Gul Dukat!
01:08:2327/11/2023