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Random Trek Review

Random Trek Review is the podcast where we analyze, discuss and review randomly selected Star Trek episodes.
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Episodes

RTR 15: The Swingin' 60s

In Episode 15 of Random Trek Review, Matt and Andrew swing into the 1960s as they review the Deep Space Nine episode "It's Only A Paper Moon". They discuss the smooth ways of Vic Fontaine, the holodeck safeties, Nog's humanity, Star Trek's ability to transcend entertainment and much more! Subscribe on iTunes...

Mar 12, 2019

RTR 14: Turn It Off, Turn It Back On

In Episode 14 of Random Trek Review, Matt and Andrew break down the Next Generation episode "Evolution". The discussion includes the demise of baseball, high school shenanigans on the Enterprise, Picard's disdain for band music, Troi's questionable counselling technique and more! Subscribe on iTunes...

Feb 26, 2019

RTR 13: A Busy Day in Sickbay ...

It is the lucky 13th episode of Random Trek Review, in which Andrew and Matt discuss the Next Generation episode "Genesis". Topics of conversation include Barclay's cyberchondria, the best personnel to recover torpedoes, Data's suspect computer setup and much more! Subscribe on iTunes...

Feb 12, 2019

RTR 12: Gotta Get Your Zingers In

In Episode 12 of Random Trek Review, Matt and Andrew break down the Voyager episode "Demon". The discussion includes the comfort level of sickbay beds, Paris channelling his inner Roger Moore, Taurik vs. Vorik and many other great topics! Subscribe on iTunes...

Jan 29, 2019

RTR 11: It's a Ballroom Blitz!

In episode eleven of Random Trek Review, Andrew and Matt press on with their review of the Next Generation episode "Descent, Part II". They delve into Lore's tax evasion schemes, Data's emotion chip, the practicality of android buoyancy and much more! Subscribe on iTunes...

Jan 15, 2019

RTR 10: Such a Data Thing to Do

Happy New Year! What better way to celebrate than with episode ten of Random Trek Review, featuring our first two part episode! Andrew and Matt break down the Next Generation episode "Descent, Part I". They talk about the puzzling title of the episode, android counselling sessions, evil admirals, excessive search parties and more! Subscribe on iTunes...

Jan 01, 2019

RTR 9: Punishment Protocols

In Episode 9 of Random Trek Review, it's back to the Delta Quadrant as Matt and Andrew break down the Voyager episode "Ashes to Ashes". The discussion includes Seven's struggles dealing with unruly children, past crew members who have met their untimely demise and Ensign Ballard's difficulty fitting in with the crew. Subscribe on iTunes...

Dec 18, 2018

RTR 8: Holographic Massages

This is the eighth episode of Random Trek Review, in which Andrew and Matt discuss the Voyager episode "Scientific Method". It is a conversation covering a wide range of topics including old men on park benches, the deceptively charming Vidiians and the time required to achieve Janeway's old hairstyle. Subscribe on iTunes...

Dec 05, 2018

RTR 7: Spock Eye Candy

In the seventh episode of Random Trek Review, Matt and Andrew discuss the Original Series episode "All Our Yesterdays". They talk about one planet's decision to flee into the past to avoid destruction, Kirk's odd plotline, Spock's transformation into a primal Vulcan and more! Subscribe on iTunes...

Nov 20, 2018

RTR 6: Don't Go Near the Turbolift ...

It is the sixth episode of Random Trek Review, in which Andrew and Matt discuss the Deep Space Nine episode "Rapture". In the slightly longer than usual episode, they talk about Sisko's mission to get Bajor into the federation, Admiral Whatley's motivation for becoming an admiral, the new Starfleet uniforms and one Starfleet tailor's mistake and much more! Subscribe on iTunes...

Nov 06, 2018

RTR 5: They Need a Better Union on Voyager

In the fifth episode of Random Trek Review, Matt and Andrew discuss the Voyager episode "Emanations". The discussion includes the fame of returning from the afterlife, hanging out in an alien funeral home .. or was it a hospital? and Harry Kim's daring all or nothing plan to return to Voyager. Subscribe on iTunes...

Oct 23, 2018

RTR 4: European Carry-All Dukat

Andrew and Matt review the Deep Space Nine episode "Indiscretion" in the fourth episode of Random Trek Review. They talk about Dukat's nod to Seinfeld with his accessory choice, the mystique and coolness of the Breen and the best member of the DS9 crew to get relationship advice from. Subscribe on iTunes...

Oct 09, 2018

RTR Bonus: Short Treks Preview

In some excellent BONUS content, Andrew and Matt share their thoughts on the upcoming Short Treks. They talk about the short medium then move on to discuss each of the shorts based on the short synopsis released by CBS which feature Ensign Tilly, a new character named Craft, Commander Saru and Harry Mudd. Subscribe on iTunes...

Oct 02, 2018

RTR 3: Where's Chief O'Brien?

Matt and Andrew discuss the Next Generation episode "The Next Phase" in episode three of Random Trek Review. The discussion includes the Bajoran death chant, the ever treacherous Romulans who can never pass up an opportunity to sabotage the Federation, even in the face of imminent peril and finally the conspicuous absence of the Enterprise's ace transporter chief. Subscribe on iTunes...

Sep 25, 2018

RTR 2: Alcohol and Klingon Nerve Gas

In episode two of Random Trek Review, Andrew and Matt review the Original Series episode "The Tholian Web", including a discussion about 23rd century space suits, Tholian punctuality and recommended treatment for exposure to phased space. Subscribe on iTunes...

Sep 11, 2018

RTR 1: The Bob Sacamano of Star Trek

In the first episode of Random Trek Review, Matt and Andrew discuss the Next Generation episode "The Schizoid Man", covering everything from near warp transports and rousing funeral speeches to terrible stunts and the Bob Sacamano of Star Trek. Subscribe on iTunes...

Aug 21, 2018

RTR 0: Podcasting Where No Podcast Has Podcasted Before

In the very first installment of Random Trek Review, Andrew and Matt explain what the podcast will be about, discuss the origins of their Star Trek fandom and their thoughts on each of the Star Trek series. The podcast concludes with the reveal of the first episode to be reviewed! Subscribe on iTunes...

Aug 21, 2018
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