Random Trek

John Moltz, writer and podcaster, joins Scott to discuss TNG’s “The First Duty” (S5E19). Topics include: when is Tom Paris not Tom Paris? How old is Capt. Picard in this episode? And why isn’t anyone creeped out by the groundskeeper? Scott McNulty with John Moltz.

Lawrence M. Schoen, author, psychologist, and Klingon speaker, joins Scott to discuss TOS’s “Tomorrow is Yesterday” (S1E21). Topics include the Klingons (of course), the importance of the Original Series, and how you should probably just watch Yesterday’s Enterprise instead. Scott McNulty with Lawrence M. Schoen.

Eric Vilas-Boas, writer and editor, joins Scott to discuss DS9’s “Afterimage” (DS9 S7E3). Topics include why we love DS9 so much, what’s the deal with Ezri, and how problematic of a character Ezri is for our favorite character’s lives when you think about it. Scott McNulty with Eric Vilas-Boas.

Kathy Campbell, fellow member of The Incomparable and co-host of both the Sestracast and Friends In Your Ears, joins Scott to discuss TNG’s “Lower Decks” (TNG S7E15). Topics include the Amish, who the heck are all these new characters, the unexpected sadness of this episode, and how you should never take the tubrolift with Capt. Picard. Scott McNulty with Kathy Campbell.

Jason Snell joins Scott to discuss the wave of “Star Trek” related news to hit this month, including news of new actors playing Pike and Spock in “Star Trek: Discovery”, the return of Jean-Luc Picard in an entirely new TV project, and more. Scott McNulty with Jason Snell.

Monty Ashley, co-host of The Villain Edit, joins Scott to discuss DS9’s Empok Nor (S5E24). Topics covered Forged in Fire, Top Shot, the eating options on DS9, and corpse robbing for fun. Scott McNulty with Monty Ashley.

Jim Metzendorf, the man behind “The Professional’s Guide to Audio Podcast Production,” and the editor of some of your favorite podcasts (plus this one!), joins Scott to discuss DS9’s “Ties of Blood and Water” (S5E19). Topics include filler sounds, dealing with the death of a loved one (this episode gets a little heavy, people), and Cardassians vs. Romulans. Scott McNulty with Jim Metzendorf.

Doug Savage, creator of Savage Chicken and Laser Moose and Rabbit Boy, joins Scott to discuss DS9’s “Ferengi Love Songs” (S5E20). Topics include the wide variety of alien vermin that must infest DS9, the problematic nature of Ferengi, and sweet elderly lobe love. Scott McNulty with Doug Savage.

Mikah Sargent, co-host of podcasts devoted to The Office and the sleeping, joins Scott to discuss Enterprise’s “Rogue Planet” (S1E18). Topics include that theme song (yes), fake shutter noises, slugs, and what to do when you hear a creepy whisper coming from the forest. Scott McNulty with Mikah Sargent.

Marisa McClellan, canner and podcaster, joins Scott yet again to discuss Voyager’s “In the Flesh” (S5E4). Topics include My Favorite Martian, coffee, and Chakotay’s aversion to changing his camera’s default settings. Scott McNulty with Marisa McClellan.

Jean MacDonald, one half of the Sestra Cast joins Scott to discuss VOY’s “Think Tank” (S5E20). Hey, isn’t that George from Seinfeld? Yes, it is. Was he miscast? We talk about it! Also, Jean tries her best to convince people that they really should watch Voyager. Check out her great Star Trek: Voyager - A Viewer’s Guide to be convinced! Scott McNulty with Jean MacDonald.

Jason Snell, the head honcho of the Incomparable and Six Colors, joins Scott to discuss Voyager’s two parter “Equinox” (Part 1, Part 2) (S5E26, S6E1). Topics include Voyager’s super clean carpets, the proper amount of Harry Kim, and Starfleet’s stunning lack of security (again!). Scott McNulty with Jason Snell.

Steven Schapansky, podcaster many, many times over, joins Scott to discuss DS9’s “Second Skin” (DS9 S3E5). Topics include the wonders of Garak, random bag tossing, and Starfleet’s generous leave policies. Scott McNulty with Steven Schapansky.

Cicero Holmes, host of Spawn on Me and Discovery Debrief, joins Scott to discuss TNG’s “Night Terrors” (S4E17). Topics include pillows and bedwear OF THE FUTURE, how to best get a concept across to aliens in a dreamscape, and Kes vs. Neelix. Scott McNulty with Cicero Holmes.

Anna Marquardt, one of the people behind the blog “Fashion it So”, joins Scott to discuss TNG’s “The Quality of Life”. Cute robots! But are they alive? No, they aren’t alive… but they might be sentient! Plus particle fountains, Capt. Picard judging things he knows nothing about, and a lack of interesting costumes. Scott McNulty with Anna Marquardt.

Geraldine DeRuiter, writer, joins Scott to discuss TOS’s “That Which Survives” (TOS S3E14). Topics include how chill everyone is about mysterious appearing women, how rude Spock and Kirk are to everyone, navel covering costume panels, and the troubling thing that Capt. Kirk thinks survives. Scott McNulty with Geraldine DeRuiter.

Lisa Schmeiser, podcaster, columnist, and editor, joins Scott to discuss TNG’s “The Loss” (TNG S4E10). Topics include how dreamy Capt. Picard is, why Deanna thinks so poorly of her own abilities (we blame the writers), and we pitch our new show, “Star Trek: HR.” CBS, you can just send us a ton of money right now. Scott McNulty with Lisa Schmeiser.

Moisés Chiullán, writer and podcaster, joins Scott to discuss DS9’s “Favor The Bold” (S6E5). Topics include Scott not realizing this episode is the first half of a two parter (though it does stand alone), Dukat’s management style, and Odo’s stamina. Scott McNulty with Moisés Chiullán.

Anže Tomić, podcaster, radio show host, and writer, joins Scott to discuss Voyager’s “Demon” (VOY S4E24) which Scott thinks should have been called “Silver Blood.” Topics include volunteering your DNA, sleepytime Neelix, and a more confident Harry Kim. Scott McNulty with Anže Tomić.

Seth Heasley, host of The Hugos There podcast, joins Scott to discuss Voyager’s “The Thaw” (VOY S2E23). Harry Kim isn’t the only clown on this episode. Topics include questioning the central premise of this episode (we recommend not doing this, the episode is better without too much thought), Voyager’s poor sound dampening, and the things that scare us all. Scott McNulty with Seth Heasley.