Spock and Kirk join a rag-tag group of soul-searchers and then in a separate adventure wander their way through a fairly pedestrian tale. Join your slightly confused hosts as they discuss bizarre production choices, hilarious green monsters, and whether or not that lizard fellow is on an unusually high dose of lysergic acid diethylamide. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We revive Dan's ...
May 01, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 182
Admiral Picard and his friends sort everything out in the end. Join your teary-eyed hosts as they discuss the excellent conclusion to Star Trek: Picard. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We discuss a couple of TAS wild ones, the season 1 finale, "The Jihad" and the season 2 premiere, "The Pirates of Orion" Note that this and all episodes of the It’s Got Star Trek podcast contain explicit...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 181
Admiral Picard is demoted to Captain. Join your Borg-wary hosts as they discuss the return of a frequently-returning antagonist, gripping and intense storytelling, and what the casts of Star Trek: Picard and The Goonies just might have in common. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We continue our weekly coverage of the third and final season of Star Trek: Picard with our discussion of "Th...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 180
After a series of challenges, the old TNG crew is back together and ready to develop a plan! Join your Château Picard-skeptic hosts as they debate modified changeling fighting capabilities, discuss the emotionally powerful resolution to Data and Lore's relationship, and degenerate into laughing buffoons after hearing an out-of-context audio clip. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We cont...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 179
Admiral Picard uses his son as bait in a wicked game of cat and mouse. Join your predominantly anti-genocide hosts as they discuss sinister backstories, multiple mysteries, and activities that should be generally avoided on the elevator. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We continue our weekly coverage of the third and final season of Star Trek: Picard with our discussion of "Surrender" ...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 178
Admiral Picard seeks help from an old friend, while old friends Worf and Riker discover another old friend with the help of a newish friend. Join your cloaked Klingon hosts as they discuss the deft application of nostalgia within the framework of an intriguing plot, exquisitely written and acted character growth moments, and all that goo shit. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We continu...
Mar 27, 2023•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 177
An old frenemy returns and offers Picard a pivotal choice. Join your inimitable hosts as they discuss villainous Vulcans, sinister starships, and the odd (yet endearing) qualities of Star Trek underworlds. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We continue our weekly coverage of the third and final season of Star Trek: Picard with our discussion of "The Bounty" Note that this and all episodes...
Mar 20, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 176
Doctor Crusher comes up with the idea that helps demonstrate the title of this episode was, in the end, inaccurate. Join your energy-wave-surfing hosts as they discuss trippy changelings, Jawsey Shaws, and enthusiastic aliens. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We continue our weekly coverage of the third and final season of Star Trek: Picard with our discussion of "Imposters" Note that t...
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 175
Admiral Picard navigates a Wrath of Khan nebula scenario - but against a foe whose pattern indicates four dimensional thinking! Join your thoroughly-solid hosts as they discuss shifty shapeshifters, wormhole aliens, and whether or not to add sugar to chamomile tea. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We continue our weekly coverage of the third and final season of Star Trek: Picard with ou...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 174
Admiral Picard learns a secret while some new person wants to mess around with the subject of that secret, much to Admiral Picard's emotionally complex dismay. Join your communicative-with-nothing-but-a-glance-but-that-doesn't-work-on-a-podcast hosts as they discuss visceral excitement, taught drama, and room-temperature Slug-o-Cola™. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We continue our wee...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 173
Admiral Picard responds to a distress call from Dr. Crusher, but first has to deal with a really mean man. Join your nostalgia-ridden hosts as they discuss old friends, new enemies, and monstrous meals. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We continue our weekly coverage of the third and final season of Star Trek: Picard with our discussion of "Disengage" Note that this and all episodes of ...
Feb 20, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 172
Captain Picard forgets an old promise. Join your simulated hosts as they discuss deliciously erudite dialogue, the rare but welcome repercussions from a previous adventure, and the many variations on William T. Riker (holographic and otherwise). Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We begin our weekly coverage of the third and final season of Star Trek: Picard with the premiere episode, "Th...
Feb 13, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 171
Odo works hard to un-orphan a young orphan. Join your Quarkalicious hosts as they discuss simple but excellent storytelling, cleverly incorporated hints at a larger season (and series) arc, and the dangers of traveling to the "Bama" quadrant. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: In anticipation of our weekly coverage of Star Trek: Picard's third and final season, we will catch up on an old ...
Feb 06, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 170
Tuvok goofs up. Join your mutinous hosts as they examine story structure, well-timed performances, and the lyricality of the phrase "B'Elanna's on it." Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We will consult The Algorithm to determine our next topic of discussion - check out our website or social media for more info! Note that this and all episodes of the It’s Got Star Trek podcast contain exp...
Jan 30, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 169
Archer has a largely inconsequential encounter with a strange woman. Join your thoroughly-relaxed hosts as they discuss comically slight plots, homophobia in early twenty-first century media, and the unrelenting charm of Sir John Billingsley. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We will consult The Algorithm to determine our next topic of discussion - check out our website or social media f...
Jan 23, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 168
A lady enslaves Spock's mind but it isn't a metaphor. Join your brainy hosts as they discuss budget constraints, well-executed brawls, and remote-control friends. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We will consult The Algorithm to determine our next topic of discussion - check out our website or social media for more info! Note that this and all episodes of the It’s Got Star Trek podcast ...
Jan 16, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 167
Captain Picard tangles with a revengeful Ferengi - and his own past! Join your synth-loving hosts as they discuss mind control devices, maneuvers of various sorts, and money-saving tips for first-season sci-fi television programs. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We will consult The Algorithm to determine our next topic of discussion - check out our website or social media for more info...
Jan 09, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 166
Two pairs of buddies grow aggravated with each other when forced into close proximity. Join your incline-disinclined hosts as they consider friendship, frenemyship, and pants in the replicator. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We will consult The Algorithm to determine our next topic of discussion - check out our website or social media for more info! Note that this and all episodes of ...
Jan 02, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 165
Ensign Kim has to choose between living with his fiancé or being stranded in the Delta Quadrant. Join your gently-entertained hosts as they discuss super-slow camera zooms, cheeky alternate Tom Paris, and the peculiar nature of 24th century San Francisco. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We will consult The Algorithm to determine our next topic of discussion - check out our website or s...
Dec 26, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 164
Ho ho ho and merry krimble to all! We hope you will enjoy this holiday treat from the team at It's Got Star Trek in which we consider what 2023 might bring for all the good little Star Trek fans around the globe. Figgy puddings and eggy nogs all around! Note that this and all episodes of the It’s Got Star Trek podcast contain explicit language and, frankly, an unnecessary amount of offensive content, so the show is intended only for adults and really really cool kids. Please utilize one of the f...
Dec 24, 2022•43 min
Captain Kirk manipulates a young girl into sharpening pencils. Join your extremely post-pubescent hosts as they discuss dirty scary children, comically-patriarchal framing of women and young people, and that time William Shatner threw a child to the cold hard ground. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We will consult The Algorithm to determine our next topic of discussion - check out our ...
Dec 19, 2022•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 163
Spock kicks a Kzinti in the chest while Kirk has a bit of a mind-wrestle with a big old slurm. Join your cartoonish hosts as they discuss a couple of charming episodes of Star Trek: The Animated Series. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We will return to relying on The Algorithm to determine our next topic of discussion - check out our website or social media to see what we'll be discuss...
Dec 12, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 162
Captain Archer sorta fights racism on an Old West planet. Join your Trek-trope-loving hosts as they discuss old standards well-executed. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We give the algorithm a brief rest due to host travel, and have chosen two episodes of Star Trek: The Animated Series ('The Slaver Weapon' and 'The Eye of the Beholder') for next week's discussion! Note that this and al...
Dec 05, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 161
Kes travels through time only to discover Harry Kim is sleeping with her daughter. Join your mildly-frustrated hosts as they discuss concept versus execution, under-explored Ocampan awkwardness, and the endless awesomeness of Captain Janeway. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We will run Dan's patented Star Trek episode-selecting algorithm to determine the focus of our next discussion. C...
Nov 28, 2022•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 160
Captain Kirk has difficulty cogently verbalizing the concept of bodily autonomy while chatting with a young God-boy. Join your amused, bemused, and confused hosts as they discuss super power scrunch face and a great deal more! Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We will run Dan's patented Star Trek episode-selecting algorithm to determine the focus of our next discussion. Check our website...
Nov 21, 2022•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 159
Chief O'Brien goes on a secret mission to learn about the most important thing. Join your nozala-nibbling hosts as they discuss one of the premiere additions to the "Make Miles Sad" collection. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We will run Dan's patented Star Trek episode-selecting algorithm to determine the focus of next week's discussion. Check our website or social media to find out w...
Nov 14, 2022•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 158
Commander Riker is beside himself with envy. Join your transporter-averse hosts as they discuss Jonathan Frakes' skillful differentiation between Rikers, the restraint shown by the writers to not have Riker and Riker engage sexually, and the proper occupational name for someone who trades in clones and clone accessories. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We discuss some sort of thing rel...
Nov 07, 2022•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 157
Captain Freeman clashes with an old friend. Join your AI-wary hosts as they discuss the conclusion to Star Trek Lower Decks' third season, including how this finale wraps up arcs going back to the first season while positioning the characters for what comes next. Also, Dan invents the lobster cobbler. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We discuss some sort of thing related to Star Trek! N...
Oct 31, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 156
Captain Freeman's obsession with how she is perceived catches up to her. Join your felicium-smoking hosts as they jabber on about 1980's drug addiction metaphors, Starbase 80, Pyrithian bats, and all manner of other Trek and Trek-adjacent nonsense. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We conclude our weekly coverage of Star Trek: Lower Decks' third season with our discussion of the season f...
Oct 24, 2022•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 155
Boimler takes a stab at the fine art of Star Trek mélange. Join your nostalgic hosts as they discuss the creative utility of well-crafted holodeck tales. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We continue our weekly coverage of Star Trek: Lower Decks' third season with our discussion of "Trusted Sources" Note that this and all episodes of the It’s Got Star Trek podcast contain explicit langua...
Oct 17, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 154
