When Captain Freeman challenges Admiral Buenamigo to a mission race, the fate of the entire Cali-class is on the line. But when Mariner tunes in to FNN, her career as a tomb raider is cut short. Is Star Trek full of sex candles? Why aren’t there more contest episodes? Have the pronunciation waters ever been muddier? It’s the episode that didn’t check for nubbins! Support the production of Greatest Trek Music by Adam Ragusea Follow Greatest Trek on Twitter , and discuss the show using the hashtag...
Oct 27, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 195
When Mariner wants to gush about life on the Cerritos to a visiting reporter, everyone mistrusts her intentions and tries to shut her out of the story. But when Captain Freeman assumes the worst about her daughter’s unauthorized interview, her epic overreaction forces Mariner to choose between Starbase 80 and striking out on her own. Is nepotism still legal in some states? How are we supposed to feel about Captain Freeman? Is a bunk bed shuttle the ultimate indignity? It’s the episode that’s sti...
Oct 25, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 194
When Boilmer pens a sequel to the original Crisis Point, it winds up skewing a little more The Final Frontier than The Wrath of Khan . But when Tendi cosplays as captain, it’s Romulan boob windows all over space. Is this the best the E has ever looked? What’s the point of towel warmers? Is Knick Knack going to be a thing moving forward? It’s the episode that promises 75% less interruptions! Support the production of Greatest Trek Music by Adam Ragusea Follow Greatest Trek on Twitter , and discus...
Oct 18, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 193
When Peanut Hamper’s story continues with a crash landing on a backwater planet, she’s more C-3PO than Paul Sheldon to the owl people who find her. But when Rawda takes the wayward space box under his wing, the ancient secret he shares ends up changing the course of the planet. Does Tom Hanks not know how to land a plane? Has new goat-milking technology affected the Areore population? What did woke culture ruin this time? It’s the episode that has completed the pivot to multi-hyphenate podcast! ...
Oct 11, 2022•55 min•Ep. 192
When the Cerritos stops at DS9 for some post-war diplomacy, Quark has his own reasons for not wanting to do business with the Karemma. But when great social discomfort forces several characters to face their past, squirrelly Ferengi accounting is there to mitigate the drama. What comes after the Armus phase? How do Bajoran children tolerate the Sunday sacrament? Is Boimler the De Niro of Lower Decks? It’s the episode that’s keeping its balls in the air and its mind in the gutter. Support the pro...
Oct 04, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 191
When Mariner gets an ultimatum along with her job fair assignment, it’s Boimler who ends up flipping tables at the Starfleet recruitment booth. But when Rutherford faces off with a younger version of himself, a glimpse of his past raises questions about a cover up. How much detail is needed for a bit? Why is Federov taking so many showers? What type of person actually joins Starfleet? It’s the episode that gets the facts a little wrong. Support the production of Greatest Trek Music by Adam Ragus...
Sep 27, 2022•59 min•Ep. 190
When the Cerritos engineers get assigned relaxation on The Dove, Captain Freeman is the one who ends up needing intensive treatment. But when it’s Beta vs Delta in a hero’s journey through the ship, a classic double cross leaves the ensigns pitted out. What's the company policy on spa days? How does a mud tub drain? What comes after the cinnamon love tunnel? It’s the episode that might be trolling the audience! Support the production of Greatest Trek Music by Adam Ragusea Follow Greatest Trek on...
Sep 20, 2022•59 min•Ep. 189
When an away mission sends the ensigns to clean up a science outpost’s mess, their pissing contest with the Carlsbad crew leads to some orb-related carelessness. But when the psychic mines start revealing the ensigns’ fantasies, they learn a lot about each other and their reputation among the Cali-class ships. WHO THE FUCK is Captain Murakami? Is there an acceptable shortcut to galactic exploration? What use is a teacher with no passion for the material? It’s the episode that’s not tolerating an...
Sep 13, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 188
When a role reversal means Mariner is left to fix an orbital lift for the Delanians, the engineering team visits the planet's surface to learn just how accommodating their hosts can be. But when Mariner discovers that Rutherford and Billups committed the ultimate faux pas by not cropping their tops, she prematurely jumps into action. Will Boimler boldly go where no Boimler has gone before? Is guacamole a condiment? Was Ortegas part Delanian? It's the episode that tells you, “there's no use in cr...
Sep 06, 2022•56 min•Ep. 187
When Mariner goes rogue instead of trusting the Starfleet system, her mission hits the wall like so many of the Freeman’s houseplants. But when things look truly hopeless, reaching into the shockingly lifelike orifices of the verugament is the only way for the ensigns to save face. Will there be any tech bros left in San Francisco by the 2380s? Does anyone actually win in an offensiveness-measuring contest? Where are the lawyers at with the Ooby Dooby? It’s the episode that really takes it to th...
Aug 30, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 186
When it’s time for a Season 2 rewatch, Ben and Adam come away with some very important questions for Mike McMahan. But revisiting the Lower Decks universe makes the potential for the show’s future even more intoxicating. Was Odo’s bucket a Finnish sauna? Is there a correct dosage of Easter eggs? What’s the best way to do a season rewatch? It’s the episode that’s pretty heavily gummed! Support the production of The Greatest Discovery . Music by Adam Ragusea Follow The Greatest Discovery on Twitte...
Aug 23, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 185
When Ben and Adam forget the homework they’ve already completed, they’ll have to review the assignment to pay proper tribute to Nichelle Nichols. But a time warp back to their first ever TOS review reveals how far they’ve come in appreciating the ‘60s aesthetic. What do you use when you want a little agony on the go? Why was the fight scene filmed from a blimp? When is swimsuit season in the Mirror Universe? It’s the episode that was buried under four years of MaxFun bonus content, now remastere...
Aug 09, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 184
When Adam and Ben are forced to cancel their trip to San Diego Comic Con, their distress call is answered by one of Starfleet’s great captains. But when their conversation goes outside-in, their greatest discovery will be the flexibility of their own production. What can we learn about the value of self-judgement? How many ways are there to peel an onion? Can true happiness be found in the boring? It’s the episode that should be dead or in jail! Support the production of The Greatest Discovery ....
Aug 02, 2022•49 min•Ep. 183
When everyone’s favorite awards show returns to the Kodak theatre, the A-list presenters gather to celebrate the inaugural season of Strange New Worlds. But things get confusing when an out of place prop threatens to tarnish the ceremony’s reputation with the insinuation of inside dealing. How much controversy can an aging telecast withstand? What kind of accent does Pirate Spaghetti have? Why couldn’t Ensign Lance gain entrance to the event? It’s the episode with a surprising number of posthumo...
Jul 26, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 182
When a 29-week marathon of NuTrek runs out, Ben & Adam get together to answer a few questions from the Friends of DeSoto. But an unexpected request forces a difficult decision about whether to disclose top-secret drop details or dodge the hoerl question. What’s the most likely place to find today’s pair of shorts? Are blueberries bad for you? Who wants goosebumps all over their birdie? It’s the episode where Ben & Adam discover something they never knew they had in common! Support the pr...
Jul 19, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 181
When Pike takes a turn as Captain in Balance of Terror, the alternate ending reveals the inevitability of his fate. But as James T. Kirk arrives early for season 2, more crew shakeups push a remake closer to finale level stakes. Why doesn’t Pike know the boilerplate Starfleet Captain wedding speech? What does the workout shirt for the USS Farragut say? Is James Frain picking up the phone these days? It’s the episode that’s actually two episodes! Support the production of The Greatest Discovery ....
Jul 12, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 180
When the crew splits up for two Priority one missions, Pike leads team leather down to LV-426. But as they start to repair the USS Peregrine, what they discover are the gruesome remains of a last stand against the Gorn. Who won the waffle wars? What’s the most common type of planet for an away mission? Does anyone want to share the spotlight at their funeral? It’s the episode that ruined figs! Support the production of The Greatest Discovery . Music by Adam Ragusea Follow The Greatest Discovery ...
Jul 05, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 179
When Strange New Worlds serves up classic Star Trek corn, Dr. M’Benga is faced with a very serious decision about his daughter’s future. But even though Debra has the crew trapped in a fairytale, it’s Rukiya who gets to decide how this story will end. Is it weird to have a favorite Jeffries tube? Does production need to get value out of their gaunt and wan dummy? What’s the most tragic corn preparation? It’s the episode with a 12-hour theme song! Support the production of The Greatest Discovery ...
Jun 28, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 178
When a grown-up slickback pulls a fast one on Spock, lying about a love triangle is his only way out of the trap. But while Pike is cooking up mutiny on The Serene Squall, Captain Angel’s escape leaves everyone wondering what’s next. Do Vulcans trim their pubes the way they trim their bangs? Is storytelling symmetrical? What’s involved in solo clubbing? It’s the episode that shares its pain and gains strength from the sharing! Support the production of The Greatest Discovery . Music by Adam Ragu...
Jun 21, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 177
When Pike flies too close to an old flame, his reprisal of a rescue from ten years prior leads to furthering diplomatic relations in the honeymoon suite. But when he learns what’s keeping the Majalans out of the lava, Pike can’t condone the sacrifice Uh-Lora is willing to make. Is La’an the Harry Bosch of Star Trek? What are the conditions of Pike’s sexual attendance? Do the ascension caves need better cable management? It’s the episode that makes podcast history on videotape! Support the produc...
Jun 14, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 176
When the crew gets shore leave on Starbase 1, relationships get complicated and wires get crossed. But while the R'ongovians teach Captain Pike about radical empathy, everyone else gets a personalized lesson on the importance of being honest. Would it be Vulcan appropriation to use wedding gongs and bells? Is Medieval Times a Bookable-Ass Venue? Why is Chief Kyle a total bastard to subordinates? It’s the episode that can’t agree on whom to ship. Support the production of The Greatest Discovery ....
Jun 07, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 175
When an encounter with the Gorn turns the Entrepreneur into a celestial submarine, a deep dive through a brown dwarf puts the crew and the ship under a crushing amount of pressure. But when childhood trauma is what resurfaces for La’an, everyone works together to plan a diversion and their escape. Why is there red bedding in sickbay? Would shipping Uhemmer be inappropriate? Is La’an the most metal crewperson in Star Trek? It’s the episode drenched in submarine movie flop sweat! Support the produ...
May 31, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 174
When Pike and Spock get trapped in the library of an Illyrian colony, the Enterprise crew locks down to contain a mysterious contagion burning through the ship. But while Dr. M’Benga’s secret turns out to be the cause of the outbreak, Una’s secret ends up being the cure. Did Ensign Lance’s flashlight come from the Blue Bloods prop box? Did Uhura kick her roomates’ asses off-screen? What do Andorian poops look like? It’s the episode giving very hot dome! Support the production of The Greatest Dis...
May 24, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 173
When there’s a planet killer en route to an inhabited world, Captain Pike wants to nudge it toward its higher destiny against the will of the comet’s keepers. But when Sam gets handsy inside of M’hanit’s temple, the away team gets trapped and Uhura has to sing them back to safety. Why don’t we see more belly buttons in Star Trek? Are precogs always pasty? What are Number One’s quarters like? It’s the episode with party hair! Support the production of The Greatest Discovery . Music by Adam Raguse...
May 17, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 172
When Q sends the crew full circle on Season 2, Picard gets his absolution and a second chance at love. But with so many loose ends to tie up, it takes a Michael Bay pace to resolve it all in time. Can we get Seven a new shirt? What do you do with a Romulan corpse in 2024? Is Star Trek obligated towards coherence? It’s the episode that just needed a hug! Get a thing at PodShop.biz Support the production of The Greatest Discovery . Music by Adam Ragusea Follow The Greatest Discovery on Twitter , a...
May 10, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 171
When Captain Pike gets called back from Montana to rescue Number One, the mission goes from undercover prison break to very persuasive Powerpoint presentation after Spock’s loaf wears off. But as the Entrepreneur’s new crew settles in for a season of space exploration, Pike sees visions of his future in every reflective panel on the ship. Is the Vulcan bra unnecessarily complex? Are shipwide comms the best part about being a Starfleet captain? Was Archer insulted by having a single-nacelle ship ...
May 06, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 170
When Nana Borgs turns the La Sirena green, the crew reconvenes to take back the ship and save Season 2’s future. But Picard’s parlay with Dr. Soong leads to a basement chase through the darkest corners of the chateau’s history. Are Borgs especially good at branding? Does anyone drink lemonade with breakfast? What’s the barf contingency w/r/t air travel? It’s the episode that wants to get the Season 2 DVD set! It’s the MaxFunDrive, and we’d really appreciate if you’d click this link and Support t...
May 03, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 169
When Picard and Guinan end up in the FBI’s basement, Agent Wells takes the opportunity to work through some childhood trauma. But when Raffi and Seven can’t stop The Borg Queen’s path of destruction through L.A., they learn it leads to Malibu where a new alliance forms for Dr. Soong’s ideal Confederation future. Can Borg ladies get satisfaction from a human counterpart? Is there more than one Q-summoning bottle? Can a friendship survive the sword of vomitcles? It’s the episode that’s Star Trek C...
Apr 26, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 168
When Picard’s robot coma is haunted by a terrifying Rat-Tail therapist, his definitely-not-a-Romulan crush shows up to save the day! But the rest of the La Sirena crew may have it worse, dodging “Voyage Home” and “First Contact” references left and right. Will Rios solve his daddy issues? How many teenagers has Seven tripped? Will Red-Beard ever truly find love? It’s the episode that teaches Adam what therapy really is! Get a thing at PodShop.biz Support the production of The Greatest Discovery ...
Apr 19, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 167
When the crew crashes the Europa Mission party, it takes a few surprises to convince Renée Picard to fulfill her destiny. But when Dr. Soong’s road rage sends Picard to the free clinic, a series of flashbacks leads Tallinn towards an unconventional treatment. What’s the mostly likely Star Trek: Picard spin-off show? Is nose blood or mouth blood a worse sign? How unfair is it that they haven’t named any characters Ben? It's the episode that golems a defibrillator! Get a thing at PodShop.biz Suppo...
Apr 12, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 166
