A podcast where we hang out with friends, watch episodes from across the Star Trek franchise, and chat about them! This is a show for both newcomers and long-time fans alike, as part of we what do here is explore perspectives on Star Trek and storytelling in general. We're currently watching through a curated 100 episode list titled "Venturing Through The Universe." In this list, we're exploring how the Star Trek franchise has grown and changed over the decades, beginning with its origins in 1964 and seeing where it ends up in the modern day. We'll go on adventures with Mister Spock, listen to Patrick Stewart wax philosophically about humanity, and see how high Captain Pike's towering pompadour can get. Covering the good, the bad, and the ugly, we'll get a look at just about everything Star Trek has to offer. So grab your headphones, cue up an episode, and get lost in a silly little Star Trek story with us. Make it so! Do you like what we have to say? Do you vehemently disagree with our steaming, hot takes? Then share your own perspectives with us over on Discord at https://discord.gg/6ynq25Zvkh Hosted by Jaron Hatch and Aaron Cole.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 2 days 21 hours 43 minutes
episode 45: “I Borg”
I have to be honest, I was this close to putting a comma in the title, because seeing it without it drives me crazy. I, Claudius... I, Robot... and "I Borg." It's times like this where I'm embarrassed to be a Star Trek fan. Hopefully, the content is better than the title, because we're about to watch this grammatically challenged episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation.
Episode discussion starts at 18:09.
This is episode 12/15 in our look at The TNG Glory Years...
episode 44: "The First Duty"
I'm confused, isn't taking a duty a #2? They should really be calling this "The Second Duty." Either way, if you need a potty break, now's your chance, because we've got another Wesley episode on our hands. Yes, even though he's had his final mission, he's back for even more boy genius shenanigans. But who knows, maybe it won't be a crappy episode, despite its suggestive title. Cross your fingers as we all watch this hopefully relieving episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation...
episode 43: "Silicon Avatar"
I know what some of you are thinking, but this is "Silicon Avatar," not "Silicone Avatar." Now before half of you leave in disinterest, I will say that the title is referring to everyone's favorite character, Mr. Data, so that's got to count for something. He does get the best episodes, after all. Or does he? I suppose we'll find out after we watch today's episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation.
Episode discussion starts at 18:09...
episode 42: "Ensign Ro"
Ever since our beloved Wesley Crusher left the show, we've had a slew of random "Ensigns Of The Week" driving the ship, each only ever having one line. Well, those days are (kinda) over! We now have a new character who will be semi-permanently taking over the spot every now and then, for like a season-and-a-half. Geez, when I put it like that, I guess it really isn't all that exciting...
episode 41: "The Host"
Ah, they finally did an episode about yours truly. It's about time I got recognized for my work as host of this podcast. Despite my accomplishments, however, I am merely a receptacle for the truth that lies within my physical body--Star Trek trivia. It is that which much be saved at all costs, it is all that I am. What better way to pass on that sacred trivia than by all watching this episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation.
Episode discussion starts at 16:17...
episode 40: "Qpid"
I wonder what it would feel like to be hit by Qpid's arrow. I mean talk about a big bang. Let's hope that's what we get there, as Star Trek's attempts at romance usually end in a little whimper. But who knows, we are also getting Robin Hood this week, so maybe they'll finally hit the bullseye. Or maybe the producers will split Robin's romantic arrow and curse the franchise to eternal un-sexiness...
episode 39: "The Wounded"
Who doesn't love Chief O'Brien? Apparently the universe doesn't, as he quickly becomes Star Trek's 'must suffer' character. I mean, come on, look at the title for this one. Poor guy... but yay for us, as suffering is always fun to watch on TV. So sit back, relax, and escape from your own troubles by watching O'Brien wallow in his in this episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation.
Episode discussion starts at 18:20.
This is episode 6/15 in our look at The TNG Glory Years...
episode 38: "Data's Day"
You don't know a person until you've walked a mile in their shoes. If that person is someone who serves aboard the Enterprise-D, that fortunately means a gentle stroll down softly carpeted, well lit corridors. I wonder if that would get dull though, endless enjoying a casual walk from duty assignment to duty assignment. Maybe day-to-day life on the Enterprise is actually insufferably boring and we only ever see the good bits...
episode 37: "Final Mission"
Hopefully, this is not our final episode, as listenership always tanks when we focus on everyone's favorite boy genius, Wesley Crusher...
episode 36: "Future Imperfect"
Did you know that future imperfect is a grammatical term? Of course, we only bring it up for trivia purposes. We shall not be using any future imperfects on this podcast. The only futures we accept here on this podcast are perfect ones, as we are in fact a perfect podcast. So join us in our pefection and we shall all enjoy this episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation.
Episode discussion starts at 17:42.
This is episode 3/15 in our look at The TNG Glory Years...