EPISODE 36 - "IRISH STEREOTYPES IN STAR TREK"

Star Trek has long fought the good fight for multiculturalism on television, but it's also always had a weird stance on those with Irish blood pumping through their veins. In this special St. Patrick's Day-themed episode, hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Carmin Carotenuto, dig deep into this bizarre phenomenon in search of nebulous answers. From Kirk's deranged Starfleet Academy tormentor Finnegan to the folksy denizens of Fair Haven, we hit all the cartoonish bases, as well as honor the franchise's most respectful and beloved Irish series regular. Forget the green beer and cheap plastic hats, this episode alone offers more than enough merriment to make for a fitting March 17th celebration!

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EPISODE 35 - "THE WEIRDEST & WILDEST TREK SPIN-OFFS THAT NEVER WERE"

As polarizing as series like Enterprise, Voyager and Deep Space 9 can be with fans, it's fair to say that overall Star Trek has a pretty proud and successful legacy worth celebrating. But you don't stumble onto great show and movie ideas without briefly entertaining some truly terrible ones. This week hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Tony Geluch, dig into What Culture's fantastic recent list of the franchise's most bizarre and outlandish scrapped spin-off concepts. From the ongoing adventures of Gary Seven to Riker-rific Star Trek: Titan, we weigh in with our own thoughts and debate whether these abandoned efforts ever could have worked, and what elements - if any - were worth salvaging. 

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EPISODE 34 - "A FAREWELL TO LEONARD NIMOY"

One of Trek's very brightest stars sadly dimmed last week with the passing of Mr. Leonard Nimoy, the unforgettable talent who brought magical life to our much beloved Vulcan science officer Spock. In this special episode hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton attempt to unpack their own very messy human emotions about this momentous loss, and pay tribute to the man, his work and the rich enduring legacy he left behind.     

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EPISODE 33 - "STAR TREK UNDER THE INFLUENCE"

Sure, Trek loves to sell a straight and narrow future! But sometimes, just sometimes, Starfleet members - intentionally or unintentionally - reveal that they are totally down to party (if you get my drift). This week hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with returning guest Tony Geluch, chug beverages and celebrate those wonderfully slurry and/or trippy moments when characters found themselves utterly blitzed. From the intoxicating radiation of "The Naked Now," to mind-altering Risa video games, Ketracel White and those happy-happy plant spores that had Spock swinging from tree branches, there's no shortage of fun hazy memories to bliss out on. So chill out and live in the moment with us, dudes and dudettes!

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BONUS EPISODE 8 - "STAR TREK: FIRST CONTACT"

When it was released in 1996, First Contact - unlike Generations - delivered what fans wanted: a fun time travel plot, plenty of series call-backs and the dreaded Borg. Grossing  a stellar $146-million dollars worldwide, it instantly became a top fan favorite. But how does the picture hold up almost 20 years later? In this month's bonus movie review episode, hosts Cam Smith, Tyler Orton and Benjamin Yong, along with special guest Adrian MacNair, toss on their metaphorical EV suits and steadfastly travel back into space, dodging deadly drones all the way, in a bold effort to assess the durability and skill of Jonathan Frakes' first big screen adventure. What they find may just surprise you. So crank up the Steppenwolf, toss back a few and blast off on another fun-filled Film Flashback! 

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EPISODE 32 - "WHEN STAR TREK... GETS SEXY!"

While it may be famed for it's rich philosophy, cerebral concepts and socially conscious messages, it's no secret that Trek  likes to take an occasional walk on the wild side. In this extra special Valentine's Day episode, hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton  embark on an amused expedition through the franchise's rich pantheon of titillating moments, and weigh in on how many of them manage to avoid being unintentionally comedic, or worse. From Ferengi ear massages and decontamination gel rubdowns, to Gothic candle erotica and soft core Vulcan massages, we cover all of the bases (pun intended)! So grab that special person in your life, click download, and make this a sexy holiday affair to remember.

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EPISODE 31 - "BEST & WORST CHILD CHARACTERS"

From Chaplin's the Kid, Shirley Temple, Opie and the Bowery Boys, to Cole Sear, Arya Stark and Harry Potter, Hollywood has a long, proud tradition of producing child characters who take the world by lovable storm. But how does Star Trek fare in this regard? This week hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with returning guest Jarrah Hodge of Trekkie Feminist, dive into the franchise's long, storied past and separate the greats from the brats! Whether examining the troubles with Borg teens, or the merits of precocious Ferengi, we leave no stone unturned in a bold attempt to celebrate the most endearing pint-sized scene-stealers, and shudder at the little monsters who had us frantically clicking the 'mute' button on our remote control.

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