When BLT starts wearing an anime lizard shawl, everyone is up in arms over Doc Holoday’s Cardassian consultant. But even after BLT declines treatment on principle, Captain Janeway makes a call that sends shockwaves through the crew. Should something else have been added to this episode’s warning cloud? What question are we sending to the The Delta Flyers podcast? How deep is BLT’s well of I-told-you-so energy? It’s the episode made for FOBPs! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy . Friends of DeSoto...
Jan 16, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 453
When Seven is full of people who are really excited about improv class, Captain Janeway is willing to get risky to help her crew member escape the voices. But when Species 6339 didn’t develop a cure for their biological weapon, BLT is the only person actually helping shut down the infected vinculum. Which fruit has the highest floor and the lowest ceiling? What’s the secret to destroying a Borgs cube? Should we teach the Federation xenocide controversy? It’s the episode with opposite water probl...
Jan 09, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 452
When Chakotay and Kim are the only survivors of a terrible math accident, they’re ready to go to extreme measures to set things right for Voyager. But when Captain La Forge shows up to stop their plan, survivors’ guilt leads to an all-in bet on changing history. Who is the fax machine of this episode? Has Garrett Wang won every single Star Trek prop auction? Did Harry kill someone for this mission? It’s the episode that predates the Christopher Nolanification of time travel! . Friends of DeSoto ...
Jan 02, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 451
When an ion storm buries the Delta Flyer under 30 kilotons of poisonous rock, Samantha Wildman is seriously injured and no one remembered to bring emergency supplies. But with Neelix playing babysitter back on Voyager, his own familial trauma keeps him from being honest with Naomi. Why doesn’t fantasy look good inside of science fiction? Where did Naomi Wildman learn how to hate? When did the grassy self eulogy fall out of favor? It’s the episode that pulls out all the horticultural stops! . Fri...
Dec 26, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 450
When Chakotay lands a high-stakes date, he charms her all the way to a third location for intel on Species 42069. But even after some light desecration of Billy’s corpse on Voyager, Captain Janeway believes she can negotiate both peace and freedom with an old friend from Starfleet HQ. What is Boothby’s final frontier? Should Klingon martinis be served in distinctive glassware? Why isn’t there more guy talk in Star Trek? It’s the episode that imagines what goes on in the bathroom on Pon Farr nigh...
Dec 19, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 449
When the crew races to complete Tom’s new hotrod shuttle, BLT is busy fighting her way through a bit of a bum out. But when her holodeck habits get put on blast, facing her losses is the only way to save the Delta Flyer. Could a food item turn Ben & Adam into the new Rush Limbaugh of podcasting? Which captain does Roxann Dawson share a costume with? What’s in the pipeline for Podshop.biz? It’s the episode that does bananas both ways! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy . Friends of DeSoto for ...
Dec 12, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 448
When a bumbling inventor gives a live animal to his son as a present, obeying the strict rules for its care becomes a challenge. But when the town is overrun by the animal’s mutated progeny, it’ll take more than breaking the rules of flash photography to save the town from their mischievous wrath. Is Gremlins in the Back to the Future cinematic universe? Which film achieves "Peak Cates"? Is the provenance of Mrs Deagle’s ceramics evil? It’s the episode that chooses the fun path to death! Support...
Dec 09, 2022•1 hr 31 min
When a transporter accident spawns a Borg fetus in Voyager’s science lab, Captain Janeway lets it gestate just to see how things turn out. But when One hits puberty ahead of schedule, his interest in the collective becomes a concern for Seven. Is it possible to over baffle? Has Mulchaey been living under a rock? Who has the butt for jodhpurs? It’s the episode driven mad by the tell-tale freestyle machine! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy . Friends of DeSoto for Justice . Follow The Game of Butt...
Dec 05, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 447
When Voyager is two months into traversing another space obstacle, the crew is struggling with the idea of two more years in the void. But when they meet a Captain Planet villain who offers them a shortcut, Captain Janeway weighs the vortex against her own need for redemption. What kind of person would marry a bit murderer? Were the Hirogen wrong about everything? What makes Janeway’s ready room classy? It’s the episode that never misses an issue of Kojak Fancy! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy...
Nov 28, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 446
When a conehead hitchhiker with shaved ears comes aboard, his knack for languages helps Captain Janeway decipher the encoded message from Starfleet. But when a rendezvous with the USS Shovel makes their situation seem too good to be true, the crew is forced to reckon with everything Arturis represents. Are Frisbee-based games still fun without the cocaine? Does Star Trek need better cargo continuity? Can revenge look like lechery? It’s the episode with soft rock yacht bangers! . Friends of DeSot...
Nov 21, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 445
When there’s no way around a Wrath of Khan nebula, Captain Janeway is forced into a questionable decision about whom to leave in charge of the ship. But when a fellow traveller brings horny pioneer energy aboard, Seven’s reality testing problems worsen into her darkest fears. What course should Doc Holoday actually be teaching? Why does Neelix always martyr himself for the party? Who needs to evoke a national tragedy to blast? It’s the episode that’s gone ham with the McRibs! . Friends of DeSoto...
Nov 14, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 444
When Voyager runs out of gas in the middle of a road trip, their pit stop at a hostile planet gets them more than just deuterium. But when the ship gets stuck in the swamp of sadness, an unexpected genetic exchange puts them back on the road home. Which dremel do we all worship? What’s the worst way to do chores? Did the Star Trek caves get a promotion? It’s the episode with 100 Thomas Rikers and BLT’s thumb! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy . Friends of DeSoto for Justice . Follow The Game of ...
Nov 07, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 443
When an alternate version of history paints Captain Janeway as Dark Karen, Doc Holoday shows up centuries later to set the record straight. But when the narrative gets flipped and Daleth turns out to be the asshole, an angry mob trashes the Museum of Kyrian Heritage in protest. What’s the next step after the combadge comes off? Which profession has the driest bits? What’s the most dangerous kind of banger? It’s the episode in leather gloves and a black turtleneck! . Friends of DeSoto for Democra...
Oct 31, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 442
When Chakotay gets surprised by another beautiful space lady, Captain Janeway makes herself scarce for the rest of the episode. But when it takes too long for the first officer to loosen up, Curneth’s forgetful beam blocks a second chance with Kellin. Is Paramount going to pass on another great pitch? What have the Borg been skipping in their assimilations? Why is there a cul de sac on a starship? It’s the episode that could have been helped greatly by a deep V! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy...
Oct 24, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 441
When scans detects the Omega phenomenon, Voyager pulls itself over for a dangerous, need-to-know mission. But even though Seven finds spirituality in the particles, Captain Janeway opts to leave a planet and its people without their salvation. Does the Omega Directive need better PR? Why aren’t just-in-case goodbyes more common? What happened to the Greeks? It’s the episode that woke up like this! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy . Friends of DeSoto for Justice . Follow The Game of Buttholes: T...
Oct 17, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 440
When Voyager encounters a starship with experimental technology, they rescue its pilot and offer to help with repairs. But when Steth makes a mess out of Tom Paris’ life, a return to the way things were starts to look good from a distance. What can bring on the rages during mail call? Why did Ben make an impromptu trip to the Pacific garbage gyre? Who will soon be the target of a scientific prank? It’s the episode with an entire department dedicated to lift and bounce! . Friends of DeSoto for De...
Oct 10, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 439
When the allies start planning their holographic D-Day, Janeway and Karr agree to a ceasefire. But when Turanj opts for Nazi ideology over a less murderous vision for the future, he ends up falling into Janeway’s trap and getting the ultimate lesson in diplomacy. Where can you find the best fries in Los Angeles? Did Voyager make the arch obsolete? What’s the best part about camping with Klingons? It’s the episode that’s definitely taking a Brode on the eve of battle! . Friends of DeSoto for Demo...
Oct 03, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 438
When Hirogens capture Voyager, they transform the ship into a giant holographic hunting ground. But with the safeties off, Karr’s violent historical reenactments are taking a toll on the crew. How diverse is the Bane diaspora? What could possibly be hidden in a baguette? Does Ensign Kim have FOMOHO? It’s the episode that’s got loaf for days! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy . Friends of DeSoto for Justice . Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker ! Music by Adam Ragusea & Da...
Sep 26, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 437
When an unlikeable arms dealer gives Captain Janeway the hard sell, his dealings with Voyager leave a bad impression on the crew. But when a crime is alleged and Seven and Kovin remember things differently, the Doc‘s regression therapy leads to an explosive outcome. Who does Ben want to replace him on the podcast? Is Seven habituated to ringing doorbells now? What do you bring to a gun fight with a weapons dealer? It’s the episode with eye-dolphin continuity! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy . ...
Sep 19, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 436
When an isolated member of Species 42069 climbs aboard, Captain Janeway dictates compassion over the objections of everyone involved. But when Seven’s budding individuality leads to another shocking incident, Janeway decides to ground her in an effort to avoid further diplomatic damage. How does a homeowner deal with grocery store levels of cardboard? Would a loose mallow spoil? What do Hirogen women like to do for fun? It’s the episode that‘s inside the panopticon! . Friends of DeSoto for Democ...
Sep 12, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 435
When Voyager picks up snatches of a reply from the A Quad, Captain Janeway is willing to trespass to download the rest of the message. But when Seven and Tuvok get claimed as relics, Janeway joins the Hirogens in being helmet-painting pissed. Why does Echo Park Lake run thick in the summer? Would any amount of signage be sufficient for your typical package-delivery person? What’s The Greatest Gen promise w/r/t technobabble? It’s the episode with a gift from the estate of Judith B. Raskin! . Frie...
Sep 05, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 434
When Seven finds a way to communicate with the Alpha Quadrant, Doc Holoday gets tapped to become Voyager’s message in a bottle. But a stormy trip to the U.S.S. Prometheus reveals just how far he’s come w/r/t his program. Does Chakotay have a thing for powerful women? Do Romulans look good with a widow’s peak? Who was the inspiration for the Doc’s additions? It’s the episode that stans a legend! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy . Friends of DeSoto for Justice . Follow The Game of Buttholes: The ...
Aug 29, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 433
When the crew of Voyager starts dreaming about the same person, they must figure out if they’re under attack or just overslept. But when the man of their dreams becomes the monster of their nightmares, they’ll have to fight back in both the dream world and the real world. What color is your alert? Is there a limit to how long a person can hold out before cohabitating? How dangerous are the consequences of pre-celebration? It’s the episode that falls into the “dump” category or the “class” catego...
Aug 22, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 432
When Neelix dies in the cold open and comes back to face life after no afterlife, a dubious trip with Chakotay only pushes him closer to the ledge. But when looking inside himself isn’t the answer, a more holistic approach helps him see his value through the eyes of Voyager’s crew. How far west will Trethewey travel? Do you wait a day before replicating memorial flowers? Is Neelix the one who’s guilty of Hollywood bullshit? It’s the episode that knows what it has to do. . Friends of DeSoto for D...
Aug 15, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 431
When the Voyager gets jacked, Leonardo DaVinci gets snatched like a chain, along with the ship’s computer core. But when they arrive at Planet SoCal, they get extremely confused about what their priorities should be in recovering their stuff. Why don’t more aliens look like members of Slipknot? How much was the talc budget for LDV on this episode? Where does Tau keep his genitals? It’s the episode that wants to take to the sky, but can’t get its mind out of the gutter. . Friends of DeSoto for De...
Aug 08, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 430
When someone bumps into BLT while she’s out shopping, it causes a surprisingly fraught diplomatic incident. But when the punishment for her thoughts does not fit the crime, Tuvok will have to get to the lobotom of her case before it’s too late. Have we done enough to honor emotional first responders? What does Neelix do about his urges? Did you forget about the tough buds? It’s the episode that’s spoken almost entirely in entendre! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy . Friends of DeSoto for Justic...
Aug 01, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 429
When Captain Janeway decides to ditch the nebula and try her luck in open space, she defies the Doc and endangers herself one too many times. But while Chakotay downgrades to season-one status, Paris saves the two-parter by sending Janeway what she needs to finally go down with the ship. What type of role play is Kevin into? What would Taffer find in Annorax’ walk-in? Why isn’t the year of hell an actual year? It’s the episode with tiki quantity and quality! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy . F...
Jul 25, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 428
When some Ring Pop enthusiasts start rewriting history, their device creates some serious turbulence for Voyager. But when the shockwave pushes the crew into a new reality, they'll risk everything to learn how the time weapon can be defended against. How many centuries would it be appropriate to put up with the job title “Lackey” before you ask for a promotion? Why don’t they use porcelain in starship construction? Why are they called the Zahl? It’s the episode where we’ve synchronized our sewer...
Jul 18, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 427
When invisible aliens board Voyager and begin their secret experiments on the crew, the symptoms are all over the place. But once Captain Janeway discovers the intruders’ awful plans, she gambles with their lives in a high stakes game that she’s never lost. Who’s really suffering here? How sturdy do you need an elastic waist band to be? Are they horny, or is it aliens? It’s the episode that’s all jack off machines and skeletons! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy . Friends of DeSoto for Justice ....
Jul 11, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 426
When Seven picks up a re-Borgifying signal, her escape from Voyager puts her in dangerous territory w/r/t the B’omar Sovereignty. But when the flashbacks lead to USS The Raven, uncovering memories of her family’s assimilation puts her back on track towards humanity. What kind of voicemail greeting would a bird specialist have? Who invented the hypoSpray? Is there a toilet in Seven’s alcove? It’s the episode with an unnecessary article in its name! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy . Friends of D...
Jul 04, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 425
