Subspace Transmissions: A Star Trek Podcast

Mar 09 2025 100 ep. 63 mins 647

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Tackling the best, worst, weirdest, wildest and everything in-between that Trek has to offer.

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VOY: "Jetrel" - Tapping into Neelix's Lost Potential (#538)

Mar 09 2025 56 mins

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 a

Time for Trek to Tackle These Classic TV Formats! (#537)

Mar 02 2025 74 mins

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 Faceb

Building the Worf Hall of Fame (#536)

Feb 23 2025 63 mins

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 exclu

Star Trek Trade Deadline Extravaganza! (#535)

Feb 16 2025 58 mins

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 ep

Star Trek's Madcap Two-Parter Villains (#534)

Feb 09 2025 57 mins

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 su

Is DS9's "Who Mourns for Morn?" the Perfect Antidote to Section 31? (#533)

Feb 02 2025 51 mins

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

Star Trek: Section 31 (#532)

Jan 26 2025 63 mins

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

Provocative Penultimate Episodes (#531)

Jan 21 2025 62 mins

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 epi

What to Expect from Trek in 2025? (#530)

Jan 12 2025 75 mins

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 fol

The Best, Worst, Weirdest & Wildest Moments of 2024! (#529)

Dec 31 2024 71 mins

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