Brian Hamilton, breakfast lover, joins Scott to chat about VOY’s “Drive” (S7E3). Topics include breakfast, why anyone would leave the holodeck, and last names. Scott McNulty with Brian Hamilton.
John Siracusa, podcaster and man about the Internet, joins Scott to chat about TNG’s “Deja Q” (S3E13). Topics include how much Scott loves this episode, Corbin Bernsen’s little baby face, and whether or not we like Q as a character. Scott McNulty with John Siracusa.
Antony Johnston, writer and dapper man, joins Scott to blah blah blah about TOS’s “Miri” (S1E11). Topics include why Antony had never seen this episode before, how effective it is at creeping us out and Scott’s opinions about the supporting actors looks. Scott McNulty with Antony Johnston.
Joe Rosensteel, Defocused host and man about town, joins Scott to discuss DS9’s “Rock and Shoals” (S6E02). Topics include seeing famous people in ordinary places and what you should do, visual effects, and sneaky Vortas. Scott McNulty with Joe Rosensteel.
Justin Michael, guy on the internet and 2019 daily poet, joins Scott to discuss VOY’s “Worst Case Scenario” (S3E25). Topics include Scott’s excitement to see the tools one uses to write a holonovel, whether or not holodecks have their own integrated power systems, and the shocking reveal of Seska… which is shocking if you remember who Seska is. Scott McNulty with Justin Michael.
Becky Sweger, data engineer, Western MA booster, and long time pal of Scott, joins Scott to discuss TNG’s “Family” (S4E2). Topics include Scott nerding out about the Star Trek significance of this episode, Becky making very good points about the episode’s themes, and a discussion about how the heck the Picard’s get to keep all that land on Earth. Can anyone have a vineyard in the future? Scott McNulty with Becky Sweger.
Lisa Schmeiser, writer, editor, and Incomparable panelist, joins Scott to discuss ENT’s “Cogenitor” (S2E22). Topics include scouting, westerns, space grandpas, and how good this episode almost ends up being. Scott McNulty with Lisa Schmeiser.
Scott celebrates the 200th episode by answering some questions from listeners like you. Fire off the party phasers and engage the fun. Scott McNulty.
Erika Ensign, tireless podcaster, joins Scott to discuss ENT’s “Regeneration” (S2E23). Topics include which captain would make the best Doctor, fake snow, and how Borg implants work (or don’t work). Scott McNulty with Erika Ensign.
Marisa McClellan, cookbook author, canner and Scott’s better half, joins Scott to discuss DS9’s “Body Parts” (S4E25). Topics include why you should buy Marisa’s latest book, if doing this podcast has impacted Scott’s enjoyment of Star Trek, Quark’s complicated character, and an announcement is… announced. Also, buy Marisa’s book. You’ll like it! Scott McNulty with Marisa McClellan.
Dan Moren, podcaster and novelist, joins Scott to discuss VOY’s “Concerning Flight” (S4E11). Topics include why you should buy Dan’s latest book, how Leonardo DiCaprio is not in this episode, and the surprising lack of tension or stakes in the story. Did we mention that you should buy Dan’s book? Because you should. Scott McNulty with Dan Moren.
Anne Zander, performer, writer, and producer, joins Scott to discuss ENT’s “Shadows of P’Jem” (S1E15). Topics include where to find the best doughnuts in Portland, OR, why Archer won’t let T’Pal make her own decisions, and why Archer seems to be a jerk. Scott McNulty with Anne Zander.
Guy English, Star Trek fan and Incomparable man about podcasting, joins Scott to discuss TNG’s “Final Mission” (S4E9). Topics include how Wesley can be right and yet still annoying, why you should really just listen to Capt. Picard, and Starfleet Academy’s strict admission requirements. Scott McNulty with Guy English.
Glenn Fleishman, journalist and type enthusiast, joins Scott to discuss TNG’s “Hollow Pursuits” (S3E21). Topics include how the Enterprise crew reactions to someone not as confident as they are, troubling HIPAA violations, and the ethics of making holodeck programs featuring your crewmates. Don’t forget to back Glenn’s Tiny Type Museum! Scott McNulty with Glenn Fleishman.
James Thomson, indie developer of PCalc and occasional Incomparable panelist, joins Scott to discuss DS9’s “Valiant” (S6E22). Topics include the always winning combo of children and Ferengi, where DS9 actors are now, troubling Starfleet HR practices, and whether or not Aron Eisenberg has a podcast (it seems like Scott just made that up. He’s tricky like that). Scott McNulty with James Thomson.
Gerry Canavan, Professor of 20th- and 21st-Century Literature at Marquette University, joins Scott to discuss VOY’s “Human Error” (S7E18).Topics include the ethics of using the Holodeck to generate simulations of your crewmates, what happens when you sleep in the Holodeck, and lots more Holodeck talk. Scott McNulty with Gerry Canavan.
Kennelley, Updates Editor at Wirecutter, joins Scott to discuss VOY’s “Emanations” (S1E09). We have many questions about the science of this episode, question why Harry Kim is so excited to crack open some corpses, and how Neelix waits for us all in Heaven. Scott McNulty with Kennelly.
Clint Ecker, man about town and Enterprise fan, joins Scott to discuss ENT’s “Fortunate Son” (S1E10). Clint and Scott attempt to remember the names of the characters in Enterprise, shirtless captains, the space freighter lifestyle, and the finer points of space law. Scott McNulty with Clint Ecker.
Jacqui Cheng, self-described “local artist”, joins Scott to discuss TNG’s In Theory (S4E25). Topics include: is replicated chocolate cake good for you, the proper response to someone offering to organize your closet, and who on the Enterprise one should ask for relationship advice. Also, fair warning: this episode includes some salty language. Scott McNulty with Jacqui Cheng.
Tony Sindelar, noted DM and podcaster, joins Scott to discuss VOY’s “Nemesis” (S4E4). Topics include: Scott appreciating listener Kyle, fathoming the language used in this episode, and what kind of Klingons Scott and Tony would be. Check out TPK Shocktober 2018 for some good D&D fun. Scott McNulty with Tony Sindelar.
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.
