
Subspace Transmissions: A Star Trek Podcast (Cam Smith & Tyler Orton)
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09 Jul 2024 | Exploring Prodigy Season 2: Episodes 1-10 (#508) | 01:11:59 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
22 Sep 2024 | Building the Janeway Hall of Fame (#518) | 00:53:35 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
26 Jun 2023 | Strange New Worlds: ”Ad Astra Per Aspera” (#455) | 01:05:09 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton dramatically take the stand as they weigh in on the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Ad Astra Per Aspera. From Una's courtroom battle, to the show's handling of Illyrians and Starfleet's oft-revisited policies towards genetic modification, the duo cover it all. Plus, the hosts debate Trek's streaming future in the wake of Prodigy's Paramount+ cancellation. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: SNW: "Ghosts of Illyria" Short Treks: "Q&A" Time for a Court Martial? Join us next week as we beam in for the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow! | |||
28 Dec 2023 | The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2023! (#481) | 01:36:23 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
26 Aug 2024 | TNG: "Rascals" - Would This Story Work with a Different Crew? (#514) | 00:52:32 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Best & Worst Child Characters Hidden Gems of Star Trek Join us next week as we wrap up Prodigy's second season! | |||
31 Dec 2024 | The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2024! (#529) | 01:11:07 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton tearfully embrace their imaginary friends while reminiscing about the Star Trek year of 2024. In addition to revealing their favourite podcast moments and most humiliating bloopers, the duo also reflect on the endings of Discovery, Lower Decks and Prodigy. Happy New Year to you all! We'll see you in 2025! 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2023! 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 the New Year as we ponder Trek's forecast for 2025! | |||
29 May 2023 | Weirdest, Wildest and Wackiest Returns of Our Favourite Characters (#451) | 01:26:14 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton emerge from a Dyson sphere in order to determine the very best long-awaited character returns. From Scotty's trip to the Enterprise-D, to Admiral Janeway's animated debut and Worf's first days on DS9, the duo compile their favourite examples of nostalgia casting done wonderfully right. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Star Trek TNG: "Unification" Star Trek 2009 Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan Picard: "Nepenthe" Star Trek DS9: "The Way of the Warrior" Lower Decks: "We'll Always Have Tom Paris" Join us next week as we revisit Strange New Worlds S1 on 4K Blu-ray! | |||
22 May 2023 | The Current State of Trek 2023 (#450) | 01:08:59 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get trapped in a revolving door while determining the current health of the Star Trek franchise. From Picard's end and Strange New Worlds' return, to Starfleet Academy and the uncertain future of streaming, the duo weigh in with their hopes for Trek's future. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: 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 debate Trek's track record with returning characters! | |||
12 Nov 2024 | Lower Decks: "The Best Exotic Nanite Hotel" + "A Farewell to Farms" (#523) | 00:58:29 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
08 Jan 2024 | What’s in Store for Trek in 2024? (#482) | 01:08:29 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
26 Feb 2024 | Enterprise: "Twilight" - Does This Episode Have It All? (#489) | 00:49:17 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
15 Jul 2024 | TOS: "Where No Man Has Gone Before" - The Series Premiere That Wasn't! (#509) | 00:53:20 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
11 Dec 2023 | Star Trek’s Top Geniuses, and More! (#479) | 01:06:00 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
15 Sep 2024 | The Fates of Our Captains (#517) | 01:01:07 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
05 Jun 2023 | Re-exploring Strange New Worlds S1... on 4K! (#452) | 01:04:06 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton try and fail to pull off Pike's magnificent hairstyle while revisiting Strange New Worlds' first season on 4K Blu-ray. In addition to offering updated takes on each episode the duo also weigh in on the set's special features and reveal where they hope to see the show go in its impending second 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Strange New Worlds: "Strange New Worlds" Strange New Worlds: "Lift Us Up Where Suffering Cannot Reach" Strange New Worlds: "A Quality of Mercy" Rediscovering Discovery S2... on Blu-ray! Characters in Costume! Join us next week as we brainstorm potential Trek side-quel stories! | |||
24 Apr 2023 | Picard: ”The Last Generation” (#446) | 01:22:20 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton battle to save Spacedock while diving into the series finale of Star Trek: Picard, The Last Generation. From our crew's final explosive mission, to the Borg Queen's big reveal and the future of the 25th century, the duo weigh in. Plus, the hosts debate Strange New Worlds S2 and Section 31 movie news, and break down the third season finale of The Mandalorian, The Return. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: TNG: "All Good Things..." The Three Eras of Picard Who is the Ultimate Star Trek Fighter? Join us next week as we examine the three eras of TNG! | |||
10 Mar 2025 | VOY: "Jetrel" - Tapping into Neelix's Lost Potential (#538) | 00:56:16 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton label themselves cowards while revisiting the classic season one Voyager episode Jetrel. From Neelix's compelling origins, to Kes's fantastic supporting turn and the show's track record for undervaluing its ensemble, the duo highlight exactly why this early story is worthy of reappraisal. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: VOY: "Caretaker" "Duet" and DS9's 30 Year Legacy Early Departures in Star Trek Join us next week as we create the Trek alien Hall of Fame! | |||
24 Feb 2025 | Building the Worf Hall of Fame (#536) | 01:03:01 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton take shots of prune juice while creating the definitive Top 10 list of Worf stories. From towering faves like Redemption and The Way of the Warrior, to more obscure entries such as Rightful Heir or The Sword of Kahless, the duo closely examine every essential episode on their journey to crafting the Worf Hall of Fame. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: TNG: "Redemption" TNG: "Birthright" DS9: "The Way of the Warrior" DS9: "In Purgatory's Shadow" + "By Inferno's Light" The Weirdest & Wildest Trek Spin-offs That Never Were Join us next week as we decide which classic TV show formats would work for Trek! | |||
16 Oct 2023 | Lower Decks: ”A Few Badgeys More” + Prodigy’s Future on Netflix (#471) | 00:50:42 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton build sandcastles on the beach while diving into the latest episode of Lower Decks, A Few Badgeys More. From an A.I. villain triple threat, to the season's mystery ship teases and more Bynars, the duo hit all the key points. Plus, the hosts discuss Prodigy's new home on Netflix and debate whether there are any more TNG stories left to tell. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Lower Decks: "Terminal Provocations" Lower Decks: "No Small Parts" When Technology Goes Awry! Join us next week as we explore the latest episode of Lower Decks, Caves! | |||
14 Apr 2025 | DS9 + VOY = BSG? (#543) | 01:25:05 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton engage in a frakkin' space dogfight while tracing the lineage between the monumental 2003 Battlestar Galactica miniseries and the Trek that preceded it. From the lost in space Voyager elements, to Deep Space Nine's darker tone and explorations of war and religion, the duo examine how creator Ronald D. Moore pushed the boundaries of sci-fi television storytelling. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: DS9: "Emissary" VOY: "Equinox" Join us next week as we debate why Trek needs its Andor! | |||
23 Jul 2023 | Strange New Worlds: ”Lost in Translation” (#459) | 01:01:31 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get giddy over fresh-baked cookies while reviewing the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Lost in Translation. From Uhura's Hemmer visions, to James and Sam's sibling rivalry and Pike's temporary promotion, the duo cover it all. Plus, the hosts ponder how the upcoming STLV: 57-Year Mission Las Vegas convention could work in the wake of the SAG-AFTRA strike. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Short Treks: "The Trouble with Edward" Ranking the Worst of the Worst Star Trek Episodes TOS: "The Menagerie" Join us next week as we welcome the big Strange New Worlds/Lower Decks crossover episode Those Old Scientists! | |||
20 May 2024 | Discovery: "Labyrinths" (#501) | 00:57:56 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
26 May 2024 | Discovery: "Lagrange Point" + Starfleet Academy and Film News | 01:01:12 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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 Jul 2024 | Which Star Trek Era Would You Want to Live In? (#507) | 01:05:38 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
22 Jan 2025 | Provocative Penultimate Episodes (#531) | 01:02:13 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton revert back to their barbarian states while diving into Trek's best and worst penultimate episodes. From Ro's dramatic exit, to Lower Decks' multiverse shenanigans and Jack Crusher's Borg makeover, the duo debate which stories did the best job setting up their splashy finales. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Discovery: "Lagrange Point" Picard: "Võx" ENT: "Demons," "Terra Prime" + "These Are the Voyages..." Join us next week as we tackle Star Trek: Section 31! | |||
09 Oct 2023 | Lower Decks: ”Parth Ferengi’s Heart Place” + Very Short Treks: ”Walk, Don’t Run” (#470) | 00:57:45 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton tear themselves away from Poc and Dar reruns in order to break down the latest episode of Lower Decks, Parth Ferengi's Heart Place, and the final (?) Very Short Trek, Walk, Don't Run. From the return of Rom & Leeta, to Mariner's impulsive streak and a groovy animated jam session, the duo cover it all. Plus, Tyler completes his journey with Ahsoka. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Vedek Bareil (They Call Me) The Evolution of the Ferengi The Star Trek Spin-off Showcase Spectacular Join us next week as we beam in with our thoughts on the latest episode of Lower Decks, A Few Badgeys More! | |||
11 Dec 2024 | Lower Decks: "Fully Dilated" + "Upper Decks" (#527) | 00:40:51 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton experience Cardassian occupation hallucinations while diving into the latest two episodes of Lower Decks, Fully Dilated and Upper Decks. From Data's decapitated head, to soap flute comedy and Ransom's mentoring strategies, the duo break it all down. Plus, the hosts discuss the recently dropped Section 31 trailer. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: TNG: "Time's Arrow" The Many Faces of Brent Spiner Join us next time as we say farewell to Lower Decks! | |||
06 Oct 2024 | SpyHards Live: "Our Man Bashir" & Spycraft in Deep Space Nine | 01:15:51 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Join us next time as we return to your usual Subspace programming! | |||
04 Nov 2024 | IMDb Damage Control (#522) | 01:08:22 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
26 Jan 2025 | Star Trek: Section 31 (#532) | 01:03:12 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton engage in a little mecha-boom-boom while reviewing the new Paramount+ film Star Trek: Section 31. From Michelle Yeoh's much-hyped return as Emperor Georgiou, to the film's place within cinematic Trek canon and the franchise's streaming movie future, 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Discovery: "Terra Firma, Part 1" Discovery: "Terra Firma, Part 2" Section 31: The Spy Who Phased Me Join us next week as we revisit the classic DS9 episode Who Mourns for Morn? | |||
11 Sep 2023 | TNG: ”Yesterday’s Enterprise” Commentary (#466) | 00:49:35 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton once again dust off a classic Subspace relic with this commentary for the iconic TNG episode Yesterday's Enterprise. From Yar's return, to the surprising reveal of the Enterprise-C and all sorts of time travel complications, the duo attempt to nail down why this television hour is so special. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Ranking the Great Star Trek Episodes Star Trek's Turning Points Trek Does Time Travel Join us next week as we befriend a disembodied voice! | |||
22 Jan 2024 | TNG: "Imaginary Friend" - Who Exactly is This Episode About? (#484) | 01:03:46 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
27 Nov 2023 | Ranking the nuTrek Seasons (#477) | 01:08:23 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
14 Aug 2023 | Las Vegas 57-Year Mission 2023 Memories (#462) | 00:59:50 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Scott Hardy of the SpyHards Podcast, revel in their love for an unspecified franchise while recapping Creation's STLV: 57-Year Mission Star Trek convention! From the impacts of the SAG-AFTRA strike, to crowd-pleasing panel moments and vendors room highlights, the trio divulge the details of their rather unusual Las 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: 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 later this week as we wrap up Strange New Worlds' second season! | |||
29 Jan 2024 | Star Trek's Biggest What Ifs (#485) | 01:09:13 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
29 Apr 2024 | Discovery: "Mirrors" (#498) | 00:58:40 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
05 May 2024 | Discovery: "Whistlespeak" (#499) | 00:57:59 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
23 Oct 2023 | Lower Decks: ”Caves” + Looking Ahead to the 2024 Trek Con Season (#472) | 00:51:41 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton are absorbed by glowing moss while checking in with the latest episode of Lower Decks, Caves. From Vendorian moral tests, to cave babies and rapid aging shenanigans, the duo break it all down. Plus, the hosts start getting excited about the upcoming Trek convention 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Lower Decks: "Veritas" Lower Decks: "Trusted Sources" Second Contact Aliens We Want on Lower Decks! Join us next week as we engage with the penultimate episode of Lower Decks' fourth season! | |||
31 Jul 2023 | Strange New Worlds: ”Under the Cloak of War” (#461) | 00:49:58 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton sit in on an awkward dinner party while delving into the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Under the Cloak of War. From Dr. M'Benga and Chapel's traumatic backstory, to unconventional Klingon ambassador Dak'Rah and the episode's shocking ending, the duo dive deep into all of the lingering questions. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: DS9's "In the Pale Moonlight" - Trek's Most Challenging Episode? Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country The Evolution of the Klingons Join us in two weeks for our recap of the STLV: 57-Year Mission Las Vegas convention! | |||
24 Mar 2025 | Star Trek's Oddball Captains (#540) | 00:52:16 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton plead for permanent Delta shifts while sizing up the capabilities of Trek's quirkiest non-lead captains. From catsuit-hating curmudgeon Jellico, to the Enterprise-B's fumbling Kirk successor Harriman and baseball-loving Vulcan Solok, the duo debate who they would most and least like to serve under. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: TNG: "Chain of Command" VOY: "Equinox" DSC: "The Vulcan Hello" + "Battle at the Binary Stars" Star Trek III: The Search for Spock Star Trek: Generations Join us next week as we yuk it up with Trek's funniest characters! | |||
15 May 2023 | ENT’s ”Home”: Please Don’t Overlook This Hidden Gem! (#449) | 01:00:26 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton take an awkward vacation trip to Vulcan while revisiting the underrated season four Enterprise episode Home. From the introduction of T'Pol's mom T'Les, to Archer's Xindi War trauma and Phlox's experiences with xenophobia on Earth, the duo argue for why this television hour deserves far more attention than it gets. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Ranking the Enterprise Seasons The Evolution of the Vulcans Picard: "Nepenthe" Join us next week as we debate the current state of Trek! | |||
11 Aug 2024 | STLV: Trek to Vegas 2024 Memories (#512) | 01:35:46 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
10 Feb 2025 | Star Trek's Madcap Two-Parter Villains (#534) | 00:57:21 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton enthusiastically declare "Yum yum!" while diving into Trek's inconsistent lineup of two-parter villains. From evil tech-bro genius Henry Starling, to manipulative Obsidian Order head Enabran Tain and walking A.I. monster Leland, the duo determine which characters left a mark and which ones fizzled out. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: The Journey of Dukat Star Trek's Ultimate Baddies Draft Star Trek Villains Who Fizzled Out Join us next week as we swap around the Star Trek crews! | |||
01 Sep 2024 | Wrapping Up Prodigy Season 2: Episodes 11-20 (#515) | 00:51:54 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
02 Dec 2024 | Building the Sisko Hall of Fame (#526) | 00:56:04 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton slam baseballs down on their desks while crafting the ultimate Top 10 Benjamin Sisko stories list. From homerun hits like In the Pale Moonlight and Far Beyond the Stars, to more obscure options like Accession or Rapture, the duo closely scrutinize every essential episode on their journey to creating the Sisko Hall of Fame. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: DS9: "Emissary" DS9: "Past Tense" DS9's "In the Pale Moonlight": Trek's Most Challenging Episode? DS9: "The Sound of Her Voice" - Why This Underrated Story Deserves More Love DS9: "What You Leave Behind" The Dominion War: 20 Years Later Join us next time as we continue on our journey with Lower Decks' final season! | |||
10 Mar 2024 | The Journey of Dr. Beverly Crusher (#491) | 01:15:02 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
06 Nov 2023 | Lower Decks: ”Old Friends, New Planets” (#474) | 01:00:25 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton are thwarted by a Genesis device paywall while breaking down Lower Decks' fourth season finale, Old Friends, New Planets. From Nick Locarno's evil plot, to combative Orion negotiating and the completion of Mariner's season-long journey, the duo weigh in on all the 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Lower Decks: "Grounded" Discovery: "Species Ten-C" Discovery: "Coming Home" Join us next week as we once again honour Trek's biggest WTF moments! | |||
31 Mar 2025 | Star Trek's Funniest Characters (#541) | 01:01:50 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton determine that, contrary to popular belief, they are not merry men while highlighting Trek's most witty and hilarious iconic characters. From the ever sly and dry Quark, to meddling mom Lwaxana and eternally awkward Boimler, the duo reveal who drew the most chuckles. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: When Star Trek Does Comedy LOW: "Cupid's Errant Arrow" Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home Star Trek Mothers Gone Amok! Join us next week as tackle some old school TOS espionage with The Enterprise Incident! | |||
04 Mar 2024 | False Farewells and Curious Returns (#490) | 00:54:54 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
25 Sep 2023 | TNG: ”Shades of Grey” Cam-mentary (#468) | 00:48:53 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton complete their archive-raiding journey with this curious Cam solo commentary for the much-maligned TNG season 2 finale Shades of Grey. Originally recorded as punishment for losing the Beginner's Guide to Star Trek competition, there's still plenty to reminisce over, from Riker's totally random flashbacks to Dr. Pulaski's underwhelming final adventure. Enjoy! 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: The Beginning's Guide to Star Trek The Fine Art of the Season Finale Ranking the Worst of the Worst Star Trek Episodes Join us next week as we catch up with Lower Decks S4! | |||
08 May 2023 | Ranking Star Trek’s Chief Engineers (#448) | 01:03:00 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton break out their interphasic coil spanners while creating the definitive ranked list of chief engineers. From classic icons like Geordi, Scotty and B'Elena, to new additions Jett Reno, Hemmer and Jankom Pog, the duo weigh the pros and cons and determine who wins first place in this high-pressure field. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Ranking Star Trek's Captains Ranking Star Trek's First Officers Strange New Worlds: "The Elysian Kingdom" Join us next week as we revisit the Enterprise episode Home! | |||
03 Mar 2025 | Time for Trek to Tackle These Classic TV Formats! (#537) | 01:14:09 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton question what the deal is with Star Trek while determining which classic TV show concepts would best suit the franchise. From Michael Burnham stand-up comedy routines, to the Prodigy gang crashing Bayside High and Spock disco dancing in primetime, the duo pitch the many fun ways Trek could draw from television history for inspiration. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: TNG's Lost Years Star Trek Revivals: Make It So? Join us next week as we revisit Voyager's season one Neelix story Jetrel! | |||
08 Sep 2024 | How to Make a Second Episode Sizzle (#516) | 01:10:46 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
13 Nov 2023 | Biggest WTF Moments: Part II (#475) | 01:06:46 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get recruited for Traveller duty while continuing their list of Trek's most surprising, infuriating or baffling moments of all time. From impromptu Pat Benatar covers, to extreme Boimler nudity and fake Klingon baby heads, the duo take a deep dive into the weird and unpredictable! 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Biggest WTF Moments Discovery: "Point of Light" Discovery: "Su'Kal" Picard: "Two of One" Picard: "Farewell" Let That Captain Be My Guide! Join us next week for more irreverent Trek fun! | |||
02 Oct 2023 | Catching Up with Lower Decks S4 and Very Short Treks (#469) | 01:12:00 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton exchange booger handshakes while reviewing the first half of Lower Decks' fourth season and the first four Very Short Treks episodes. From TAS-style hologram hijinx, to T'Lyn's adventures aboard the Ceritos and hard-partying Betazoids, the duo cover it all. Plus, Tyler chimes in with his thoughts on the new Star Wars series Ahsoka. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Lower Decks: "Wej Duj" Lower Decks: "Reflections" Why Does Star Trek Remake Itself? Join us next week as tackle the latest episode of Lower Decks, Parth Ferengi's Heart Place! | |||
07 Apr 2025 | TOS: "The Enterprise Incident" - Can Trek Characters Truly Go Rogue? (#542) | 00:48:37 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton perform Vulcan death grips on each other while revisiting the classic TOS third season episode The Enterprise Incident. From Kirk's out of control behavior, to Spock's possible defection and the sultry manipulations of the Romulan Commander, the duo debate whether it's ever believable when Trek heroes go rogue. Plus, the duo weigh in on the recent Strange New Worlds S3 teaser. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: DS9: "In the Pale Moonlight" TNG: "Gambit" Star Trek: Insurrection Join us next week as we revisit Ronald D. Moore's BattleStar Galactica mini-series! | |||
10 Jul 2023 | Strange New Worlds: ”Among the Lotus Eaters” (#457) | 00:46:59 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton tattoo their names on their arms while delving into the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Among the Lotus Eaters. From Pike's relationship woes, to Ortegas' character development and the Enterprise's return to Rigel VII, the duo cover it all. Plus, the hosts offer their thoughts on Indiana Jones and the Dial of 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Join us next week as we review the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Charades! | |||
01 Apr 2024 | How Characters Evolve + Trek Franchise News (#494) | 01:18:38 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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 May 2023 | The Three Eras of TNG (#447) | 01:28:34 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton take a seat at the poker table while exploring the three distinct eras of The Next Generation. From the iconic adventures of the show's legendary series run, to the crew's imbalanced screentime in the film era and the swan song of Picard season 3, the duo break down how each unique period dealt with storytelling and character arcs. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: The Three Eras of Picard The Psychology of Geordi La Forge TNG at 30: The Greatest Trek? Join us next week as we rank the chief engineers! | |||
22 Apr 2024 | Discovery: "Face the Strange" (#497) | 00:58:40 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
13 May 2024 | Discovery: "Erigah" (#500) | 01:05:25 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
18 Mar 2024 | Ranking Star Trek's Final Seasons (#492) | 01:08:39 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
30 Oct 2023 | Lower Decks: ”The Inner Fight” (#473) | 00:48:23 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton experience First Duty flashbacks while reviewing the penultimate episode of Lower Decks' fourth season, The Inner Fight. From the surprising return of Nick Locarno, to Mariner's character arc and the possibility of future Thomas Riker adventures, the duo talk through all the major revelations. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Battle of the Junior Officers Give This Episode a Sequel! Perils of the Transporter Join us next week as we close out Lower Decks' fourth season! | |||
25 Jun 2024 | The Journey of Shran (#506) | 00:52:57 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
17 Jun 2024 | VOY: "Bride of Chaotica!" (#505) | 01:04:41 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
23 Dec 2024 | Lower Decks: "Fissure Quest" + "The New Next Generation" (#528) | 00:51:42 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton brace for weird while breaking down the final two episodes of Lower Decks, Fissure Quest and The New Next Generation. From new spins on classic characters, to Klingon combat and character farewells, 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Ranking Trek's Series Finales Discovery: "Life, Itself" Picard: "The Last Generation" Join us next time as we wrap up 2024! | |||
20 Nov 2023 | VOY: ”The 37s” - The Season Finale That Wasn’t! (#476) | 00:56:46 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton pass a flask back and forth while delving into Voyager's second season premiere, The 37s, and debating whether it would have worked better as a season one finale. From Janeway's legendary encounter with Amelia Earhart, to magnificent unseen cities and old-fashioned hostage drama, the duo break down what holds up and what doesn't. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: The Fine Art of the Season Finale Crafting the Perfect Season Premiere The Best Voyager Episodes Voyager at 25: What is the Show's Legacy? DS9: "Past Tense" Join us next week as we rank the nuTrek seasons! | |||
14 Feb 2024 | Ranking the Star Trek Opening Themes (#487) | 00:48:14 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
25 Mar 2024 | DS9: "You Are Cordially Invited" + You Can Call Me Bill (#493) | 01:00:31 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
05 Feb 2024 | The Journey of Worf (#486) | 01:19:12 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
17 Mar 2025 | Assembling the Trek Alien Hall of Fame (#539) | 01:00:14 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton wind up in a Dominion prison while trying to determine the definitive episodes for each iconic Trek alien. From classic players like the Vulcans and Klingons, to comparatively newer species such as the Trill and Xindi, the duo sift through the classics in search of the all-timers. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: TNG: "Best of Both Worlds" TNG: "Redemption" TNG: "Chain of Command" DS9: "In Purgatory's Shadow" + "By Inferno's Light" VOY: "Dark Frontier" Join us next week as we draft the offbeat Star Trek captains! | |||
12 Jun 2023 | Star Trek Sidequel Showcase (#435) | 01:01:07 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton watch T'Pol peel carrots while recalling Trek's most notable sidequel stories and pitching a few of their own. From the Enterprise-E's Dominion War missions, to a Parallels Riker adventure and an attempt to salvage These Are the Voyages..., the duo strive to create new stories worthy of matching the greats. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: DS9's "Trials and Tribble-ations" - Trek's Best Fan Service Ever? DS9: "Emissary" ENT: "Demons," "Terra Prime" and "These Are the Voyages..." Short Treks: "Ephraim and Dot" Star Trek's Best & Worst Crossovers The Star Trek Spin-off Showcase Spectacular Join us next week as we welcome back Strange New Worlds! | |||
17 Feb 2025 | Star Trek Trade Deadline Extravaganza! (#535) | 00:58:48 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton debate how many Rios holograms are equal to one Spock while engaging in a fun game of Star Trek crew swap. With each host in possession of five famous ships they must haggle and negotiate suitable trades in order to assemble new character combinations. Who will come out 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: The Evolution of Star Trek Ensemble Casts Join us next week as we build the Worf Hall of Fame! | |||
19 Feb 2024 | Star Trek Family Values (#488) | 01:05:54 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
19 Jun 2023 | Strange New Worlds: ”The Broken Circle” (#454) | 00:52:02 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton chug Klingon bloodwine in celebration as they tackle Strange New Worlds' second season premiere The Broken Circle. From the Klingons' return, to the debut of Commander Pelia and Spock's renegade stint in the captain's chair, 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: SNW: "Strange New Worlds" TOS: "The Menagerie" TOS: "Galileo 7" The Evolution of the Klingons Join us next week as we check out the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Ad Astra Per Aspera! | |||
27 Oct 2024 | Lower Decks: "Dos Ceritos" + "Shades of Green" (#521) | 00:47:42 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
14 Apr 2024 | Discovery: "Jinaal" (#496) | 00:55:38 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
28 Aug 2023 | Second Contact with Lower Decks S3 (#464) | 01:00:07 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get bold like Boimler while revisiting the third eventful season of Lower Decks. In addition to discussing pivotal episodes, character arcs and low points, the duo ponder where the Ceritos could travel in season 4. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Second Contact with Lower Decks S1... on Blu-ray! Second Contact with Lower Decks S2... on Blu-ray! Lower Decks: "Hear All, Trust Nothing" Join us next week as we break the warp 10 barrier! | |||
22 Jul 2024 | Kurtzman Trek vs. Disney Star Wars (#510) | 01:34:03 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
17 Jul 2023 | Strange New Worlds: ”Charades” (#458) | 01:04:39 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton develop an appetite for bacon while tackling the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Charades. From Spock and Chapel's simmering romantic tension, to T'Pring's family visit and the return of Amanda Grayson, the duo break it all down. Plus, special guest Taylor Ramone of the Dungeon Punks podcast beams in with their thoughts on the episode, and the hosts pay tribute to recently deceased Enterprise season 4 showrunner Manny Coto. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: SNW: "Spock Amok" Star Trek III: The Search for Spock The Evolution of the Vulcans Join us next week as we engage with the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Lost in Translation! | |||
18 Nov 2024 | Let's Bring These Characters Back! (#524) | 00:52:48 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
03 Feb 2025 | Is DS9's "Who Mourns for Morn?" the Perfect Antidote to Section 31? (#533) | 00:51:13 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton devour Livanian beets while revisiting the classic DS9 episode, Who Mourns for Morn? From the story's fun caper energy, to its effective use of a recurring side player and witty humour, the duo underline how real misfit Trek comedy should work. Plus, the hosts examine the noisy Section 31 fallout. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Star Trek's Best Recurring Characters DS9: Badda-Bing, Badda-Bang" VOY: "Unimatrix Zero" Join us next week as we rank the two-parter villains! | |||
09 Jun 2024 | The Current State of Trek 2024 (#504) | 01:15:27 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
13 Jan 2025 | What to Expect from Trek in 2025? (#530) | 01:15:46 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton go full misfit while attempting to forecast Star Trek's impact in 2025. From the Section 31 film, to Strange New Worlds' return and the curious arrival of Starfleet Academy, 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Star Trek's Most Awkward Moments, Part I Section 31: The Spy Who Phased Me SNW: "Subspace Rhapsody" + "Hegemony" Join us next week as we explore Trek's penultimate episodes! | |||
15 Jan 2024 | Star Trek's Surprise Breakout Characters (#483) | 01:03:46 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
03 Jul 2023 | Strange New Worlds: ”Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow” (#456) | 00:59:52 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton browse a Roots department store while tackling the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow. From La'an's major ancestry anxiety, to alt timeline Kirk 2.0 and Canadian content galore, the duo unpack all the major happenings. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Trek Does Time Travel VOY: "Future's End" TNG: "Time's Arrow" Join us next week as we engage with the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Among the Lotus Eaters! | |||
24 Nov 2024 | Lower Decks: "Starbase 80?!" + "Of Gods and Angles" (#525) | 00:48:08 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
18 Dec 2023 | How TOS’s ”The Tholian Web” Informs the Future of Trek (#480) | 00:50:36 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
21 Oct 2024 | What We Want to See in Lower Decks Season 5 (#520) | 00:51:14 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
04 Dec 2023 | The Journey of Dukat (#478) | 01:07:31 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
26 Jul 2023 | Strange New Worlds: ”Those Old Scientists” (#460) | 01:13:42 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton stumble into a Nausicaan portal while tackling the highly anticipated Strange New Worlds/Lower Decks crossover episode Those Old Scientists. From Boimler and Mariner's live-action hijinx, to Spock's unsettling human behaviour and Jonathan Frakes' direction, the duo break it all down. Plus, the hosts discuss San Diego Comic-Con Trek news and share their thoughts on Barbenheimer weekend. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Star Trek's Best and Worst Crossovers DS9's "Trials and Tribble-ations" - Trek's Best Fan Service Ever? ENT: "Demons," "Terra Prime" and "These Are the Voyages..." Join us next week as we beam in with a review of the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Under the Cloak of War! | |||
18 Aug 2024 | Star Trek's Guest Star Wasteland (#513) | 01:03:07 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
17 Apr 2023 | Picard: ”Võx” (#445) | 01:42:26 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton thank the heavens they're over 25 while engaging with the ninth episode of Picard's final season, Võx. From the return of the Enterprise-D, to Jack's big revelation and the Borg's stealthy scheme, the duo breathlessly cover it all. Then, special guest Scott Hardy of SpyHards Podcast, beams in with his thoughts on the season's journey thus far, and the hosts tackle chapter 23 of The Mandalorian, The Spies. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: TNG: "The Best of Both Worlds" Star Trek: Nemesis The Evolution of the Borg Join us next week as we bid farewell to Picard with the series finale The Last Generation! | |||
03 Jun 2024 | Discovery: "Life, Itself" (#503) | 01:04:52 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: Short Treks: "Calypso" Ranking Star Trek's Series Finales Join us next week as we contemplate the current state of Trek! | |||
29 Jul 2024 | Building the Picard Hall of Fame (#511) | 00:58:03 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
18 Sep 2023 | DS9: ”The Sound of Her Voice” - Why This Underrated Story Deserves More Love! (#467) | 00:47:51 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton answer an emergency call from space while revisiting the sixth season DS9 episode The Sound of Her Voice. From the impact of Captain Lisa Cusak, to Dominion War exhaustion and the unexpected pairing of Quark and Jake, the duo determine why fans should treasure this hidden gem. 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: The Evolution of Star Trek Ensemble Casts The Dominion War: 20 Years Later When Star Trek Does Comedy Join us next week as we... injure our legs! | |||
18 Aug 2023 | Strange New Worlds: ”Subspace Rhapsody” + ”Hegemony” (#463) | 01:01:13 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton break into spontaneous song while closing out the second season of Strange New Worlds with the episodes Subspace Rhapsody and Hegemony. From Trek's first ever musical hour, to a big Gorn-centric cliffhanger, the duo have much to discuss! 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: SNW: "A Quality of Mercy" Best & Worst Musical Moments Going Green with the Orions and Gorn Join us in two weeks for our Lower Decks S3 revisit! | |||
04 Sep 2023 | Voyager: ”Threshold” Commentary (#465) | 00:48:34 | |
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton dig into the Section 31 archives this week to deliver a classic commentary for the notorious Voyager episode Theshold. From lizard babies, to wacky makeup effects and Cronenbergian body horror, 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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: The Best Worst Star Trek Episodes The Best Worst Star Trek Episodes: Part II Biggest WTF Moments! Join us next week as we take a spin on the Enterprise-C! | |||
08 Apr 2024 | Discovery: "Red Directive" + "Under the Twin Moons" (#495) | 01:11:10 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! | |||
29 Sep 2024 | ENT: "Regeneration" - Will Trek Ever Escape the Borg? (#519) | 00:46:20 | |
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 subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! 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! |