The Best and Worst of nuTrek, Part 2 (#409)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton weep for Icheb while listing the worst episodes to emerge from the new Trek era. From the bizarre reveal of a certain radioactive Kelpian, to Picard's buried trauma and storybook fantasy gone wrong, the duo highlight which recent stories raised the most red flags.

The Best and Worst of nuTrek + San Diego Comic-Con News (#408)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton kick it with the Talosians while listing the very best Trek episodes of the Kurtzman era. From the return of Riker and Troi, to Gorn weddings and a whole lot of Harry Mudd, the duo dig into which modern stories have most earned their place alongside the classics of the past. Plus, the hosts break down all the Picard, Lower Decks and Strange New Worlds news coming out of SDCC!

Comic-Con report runs from 1:25-25:55

The Current State of Trek (#407)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton don their #TeamOrtegas t-shirts while gauging the current vitality of the Star Trek franchise. From third seasons of Lower Decks and Picard, to potential new series announcements and the impending 56-Year Mission: Las Vegas convention, the duo ponder how the future could shake out.

Strange New Worlds: "A Quality of Mercy" (#406)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton take a spin on the USS Farragut while tackling the first season finale of Strange New Worlds, A Quality of Mercy. From the debut of Paul Wesley's Captain James T. Kirk, to alternate future Admiral Pike and the episode's shocking cliffhanger, there's a whole lot to discuss!

Strange New Worlds: "All Those Who Wander" (#405)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton dodge flying baby reptiles while diving into the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, All Those Who Wander. From the terrifying return of the Gorn, to Uhura's character arc and a truly shocking death, the duo cover it all. Plus, the hosts debate which classic TNG supporting characters they'd like to see pop up in Picard's final season.

Strange New Worlds: "The Elysian Kingdom" (#404)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton engage in medieval fencing duels in the hallway while breaking down the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, The Elysian Kingdom. From characters in costume, to M'Benga's tough decision and the fate of Rukiya, the duo weigh in. Plus, the hosts hop on their trusty eopies and wrap up the first season of Obi-Wan Kenobi.

Strange New Worlds: "The Serene Squall" (#403)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton knock each other out with hypospray while delving into the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, The Serene Squall. From the arrival of a promising new villain, to the return of an oft-derided classic character and Pike seriously pirating out, the duo break it all down. Plus, the hosts evade Vader's clutches in order to review the fifth chapter of Obi-Wan Kenobi.