Subspace Transmissions: A Star Trek Podcast
456 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 15 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsTackling the best, worst, weirdest, wildest and everything in-between that Trek has to offer.
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The Strange Legacies of The Motion Picture & Insurrection (#273)
December 12, 2019 01:45Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton dive at control panels in slow-motion while debating the polarizing and complicated legacies of the oft-mocked first and ninth film entries, The Motion Picture and Insurrection. In addition, the duo also pay tribute to recently departed Trek icons René Auberjonois and DC Fontana, and chime in with their takes on The Mandalorian's latest episode, The Gunslinger. Right-click to download. Read more »
"Affliction" & "Divergence" - Enterprise (#272)
December 05, 2019 00:00Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton sprout surprise forehead ridges while breaking down Enterprise's fourth season canon-fixing two-parter Affliction/Divergence. Does this story suitably pave over the issues in Klingon physical evolution? Are Section 31 an intriguing presence in the Archer era? And is Kelby a worthy Trip replacement? Plus, as an added bonus, the duo review The Mandalorian's fourth episode, Sanctuary. Right-click to download. Read more »
Rediscovering Discovery S2... On Blu-ray! (#271)
November 28, 2019 01:13Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton tear open their Christmas presents early in order to deliver an in-depth breakdown of the brand new Discovery season 2 Blu-ray set. From special features to episode rankings, the duo analyze all the strengths and weaknesses of the release as well as discuss the considerable differences in binging the season versus week-to-week watching. Right-click to download! Read more »
Short Treks: "Ask Not" (#270)
November 21, 2019 00:49Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton activate giant identity-masking helmets in order to delve into the new Pike-centric Short Trek installment, Ask Not. Then, as an added bonus, the duo ponder whether the franchise could hit an over-saturation point and highlight the lessons Trek could learn from The Mandalorian. Right-click to download. Read more »
"Storm Front" - Enterprise (#269)
November 14, 2019 01:36Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton don sweet zoot suits in order to take on Enterprise's space Nazi-packed fourth season premiere, Storm Front! Is this two-parter a satisfying conclusion to both the previous season's Xindi arc and the ongoing Temporal Cold War? Are Daniels and Silik given memorable exits? And does the franchise score once again returning to the Patterns of Force/Killing Game WWII well? Right-click to download. Read more »
The Evolution of the Vulcans (#268)
November 06, 2019 23:24Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton adopt slick new bowl-cuts in order to explore Trek's quintessential alien race, the Vulcans. From their intriguing early revelations on TOS, to richly layered treatments on TNG and Enterprise, the duo analyze the species' carefully developed culture and the fascinating disruptions that frequently pop up in their society. Right-click to download. Read more »
Star Trek's Biggest Twists (#267)
October 30, 2019 23:49Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton dramatically reveal their shocking true identities while delving into the franchise's many, many unforgettable plot twists. From surprise turncoats like Lorca and Seska, to jaw-dropping developments involving the Dominion and Romulans, the duo showcase all of your favorite startling revelations! Right-click to download. Read more »
"Shockwave" - Enterprise (#266)
October 23, 2019 23:45Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton Google image search 'gazelle' in order to properly appreciate Enterprise's time-hopping first season finale/second season premiere two-parter Shockwave! How does this specific story hold up in the wake of the Temporal Cold War's failures as a long-form arc? Are the Suliban and Future Guy still compelling big bads? And what the heck is up with Daniels' outfit?!! Right-click to download. Read more »
Short Treks: "The Trouble with Edward" (#265)
October 16, 2019 23:25Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton strap on giant vacuum packs in order to tangle with the Tribbles once again in the latest Short Trek, The Trouble with Edward. They also ponder the future of direct-to-streaming Trek movies in the exciting wake of El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie. Right-click to download. Read more »
Picard & Discovery at NYCC and Short Treks: "Q&A" (#264)
October 09, 2019 18:51Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton tear through beloved musical theatre classics while hanging out with Spock and Number One in their new turbolift-set Short Treks installment, Q&A. They also break down the exciting recent New York Comic-con trailers for Picard and Discovery season 3. Right-click to download. Read more »
Ranking Trek's Series Premieres (#263)
October 03, 2019 03:19Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton occasionally act out of character while evaluating the franchise's history of memorable series debuts, from TOS to Discovery. They also debate what the future may hold for Star Trek: Picard's hotly anticipated launch episode. Right-click to download. Read more »
Celebrating Aron Eisenberg and the Remarkable Journey of Nog (#262)
September 26, 2019 00:12Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton don their finest dress uniforms in order to pay tribute to recently departed Trek icon Aron Eisenberg, and his unforgettable work as ferengi trailblazer Nog. In addition to an examination of his showcase episode "It's Only a Paper Moon," the duo also trace the character's one-of-a-kind arc and reminisce about their favorite real life experiences with the actor. Right-click to download. Read more »
Give This Episode a Sequel! (#261)
September 26, 2019 00:12Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton kick their feet up on their desks while debating which classic Star Trek stories could or should have spawned follow-up episodes. From the fate of Sito Jaxa and Voyager's infamous salamander babies, to Maquis defectors Tom Riker and Ro Laren, the franchise has left no shortage of opportunities for sequelitis to take effect! Right-click to download. Read more »
"Broken Bow" - Enterprise (#260)
September 11, 2019 21:43Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton break out the decon gel while celebrating the launch of their Enterprise coverage with the 2001 pilot, Broken Bow! Should Berman and company have gone the prequel route? Did they create a good entry point for franchise newcomers? And how does the episode (and the show's unforgettable theme song) hold up almost two decades later? Right-click to download. Read more »
Ranking the Voyager Two-Parters (#259)
September 04, 2019 23:08Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton cut off Borg negotiations in order to compile their individual ranked lists for Voyager's 12 splashy feature-length tales. In re-examining such classics as Scorpion and Year of Hell the duo also ponder how the show's creative team tackled the expanded format and made it their own. Right-click to download. Read more »
The 2019 Klingon Bloodwine Games (#258)
August 29, 2019 03:27Recorded in Las Vegas, gamemaster hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton oversee the fourth annual Klingon Bloodwine Games, pitting three brave STLV con-goers against one another in the ultimate Star Trek fandom competition! Regale as noble warriors Scott Hardy, Kim MacInnis and Jesse Oquendo battle it out over four grueling categories in pursuit of prizes and the most glorious bragging rights in any quadrant! Right-click to download. Read more »
The Evolution of Androids (#257)
August 22, 2019 03:17Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton reconfigure their positronic brains in order to break down Star Trek's long, complex history of depicting androids on screen. From curious early encounters with Dr. Korby and crew, to iconic fan-faves Data, Lal and Lore, the duo examine the franchise's evolving sophistication in tackling these consistently intriguing characters. Right-click to download. Read more »
"Endgame" - Star Trek: Voyager (#256)
August 14, 2019 19:00Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Scott Hardy, pop back from an alternate future in order to delve into Voyager's splashy final episode, Endgame. How does this finale hold up when measured against some of the franchise's other legendary series conclusions? Is it a satisfying close to the crew's often bleak seven year journey? And are we content with where we leave our beloved characters? Right-click to download. Read more »
Star Trek Las Vegas Con 2019 Memories (#255)
August 08, 2019 08:53Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Scott Hardy, take a break from their Dr. Boyce cosplay competition in order to break down all the exciting events that transpired at Creation Entertainment's 2019 STLV convention! From show-stopping panel highlights to memorable vendors room purchases, the trio sum up another unforgettable away mission to Star Trek utopia. Right-click to download. Read more »
The Fine Art of the Season Finale (#254)
July 31, 2019 16:00Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton dodge exploding consoles while tracing the evolution of Star Trek season finales. From the modest early days of Operation: Annihilate to the explosive recent Discovery cycle closer Such Sweet Sorrow, Part 2, the duo examine the elements crucial for success and underline why some big name episodes just didn't work. Right-click to download. Read more »
Star Trek: Picard & Other SDCC Trek News (#253)
July 24, 2019 16:46Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton suit up in rudimentary Borg cosplay while breaking down all of the shocking and thrilling Star Trek news that came out of last weekend's San Diego Comic-Con. From the revelatory new Picard trailer, to Lower Decks, Discovery and Short Treks updates, the duo breathlessly geek out over all of the insanity Hall H had to offer. Right-click to download. Read more »
The Wacky Course-Correcting of Harry Mudd (#252)
July 18, 2019 01:17Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton sip jippers and hock cudgels while breaking down the peculiar evolution of Trek's original con-man extraordinaire Harcourt Fenton Mudd. From his problematic 1966 debut in Mudd's Women to recent reinvention on Discovery, the duo examine his complicated legacy as a franchise icon and how he's benefitted from modern interpretation. Right-click to download. Read more »
Weirdest & Wildest Alternate Trek Actors (#251)
July 11, 2019 00:18Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton take a break from recasting themselves in order to delve into the franchise's complex history of hiring new actors to provide fresh takes on tried and true faves. From oft-covered icons like Spock, Picard and Pike, to strange stunt-casting, child versions and more, the duo debate which performances worked and which ones definitely didn't! Right-click to download. Read more »
"Workforce" - Star Trek: Voyager (#250)
July 04, 2019 01:50Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton bicker over how to properly calibrate primary reactor coils while breaking down Voyager's seventh season two-parter Workforce. Does the story's sci-fi world-building make sense? Where does Jaffen rank among Janeway romances? And why was Chakotay only really active in two-parters? Right-click to download. Read more »
The Current State of Trek 2019 (#249)
June 27, 2019 03:18Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton thoughtfully stroke their chins while holding their annual forum on the current condition of the Star Trek franchise. Over the course of this fun speculative discussion they weigh in on Picard, Discovery season 3, Lower Decks, Section 31, Tarantino Trek and more! Right-click to download. Read more »
Ranking the DS9 Two-Parters (#248)
June 20, 2019 03:37Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton don many shades of gray while revealing their individual ranking lists for DS9's ten splashy feature-length adventures. They also offer up their picks for best and worst guest star, action sequence and more! Right-click to download. Read more »
Recasting Star Trek: Draft Edition (#247)
June 13, 2019 03:33Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guests Taylor Ramone & Carmin Carotenuto of the Adventure.exe podcast, strive to recast all the major power players of the Star Trek universe. The twist? They must follow a draft format and compete for the title of Best Casting Agent! With so many iconic heavy-hitters to choose from there's plenty of room for genius decision-making, and just as much room for disaster... Right-click to download. Read more »
"Flesh and Blood" - Star Trek: Voyager (#246)
June 05, 2019 22:13Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton ponder holographic evolution while delving into the extended-length season 7 Voyager episode Flesh and Blood. Is this an essential Doctor story? How does Iden fare as a villain? And do the Hirogen get a fitting farewell from the series? Right-click to download. Read more »
Star Trek: Discovery: Season 2 vs Season 1 (#245)
May 31, 2019 02:50Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with time-hopping guest David Borys of the Cool Canadian History podcast, strap on their trusty space wings in order to do a deep dive into the character journeys and story direction of Discovery's very eventful second season. Plus, the trio offer their thoughts on the much buzzed about Picard teaser! Right-click to download! Read more »
The Kelvinverse: 10th Anniversary (#244)
May 23, 2019 01:11Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Mike Herman, crank up the Beastie Boys while debating the complicated legacy of the Kelvinverse and the varying strengths and weaknesses of the three flashy films it produced. They also ponder the likelihood of whether we'll experience any more adventures set in J.J. Abrams' reimagined 23rd century. Right-click to download! Read more »
"What We Left Behind" Spoiler Review & Season 8 Thoughts (#243)
May 16, 2019 00:01Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton take a nostalgic spin around the Gamma Quadrant while delivering their spoiler-filled review of the much-hyped Deep Space Nine documentary What We Left Behind. They also weigh in on the film's proposed season eight premiere and debate whether any other Trek series could produce a similarly insightful retrospective. Right-click to download! Read more »
Star Trek's Biggest Breakout Characters (#242)
May 08, 2019 02:20Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton compare listener fan-mail piles while delving into Trek's history of producing surprise fan favorites who influence the creative course of their respective series. Who grabbed viewers' attentions like no other? Right-click to download! Read more »
DS9's Legacy & "What We Left Behind" Spoiler-free Review (#241)
May 01, 2019 01:43Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton toss the old baseball back and forth while revealing their spoiler-free thoughts on the long-anticipated Deep Space Nine retrospective documentary, What We Left Behind. They also weigh in on recent Nickelodeon animated Trek series news and more breaking Pike spin-off teases. Right-click to download! Read more »
"Such Sweet Sorrow, Part 2" - Star Trek: Discovery (#240)
April 22, 2019 06:56Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton glide into the unknown with the final chapter of Discovery's second season, which kicks open thrilling new doors for the show's future. In addition to plenty of season 3 predictions, the duo also weigh in on the episode's huge action moments, stabs at smoothing over canon and that ultra enticing Enterprise spin-off tease. Right-click to download! Read more »
"Such Sweet Sorrow" - Star Trek: Discovery (#239)
April 14, 2019 23:04Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get retro cool while geeking out over Discovery's take on the 1701's beloved bridge and interiors! They also delve into the cliffhanger episode's many bittersweet farewells, Po's quirky return and the increasingly tantalizing chance of a Pike spin-off. Right-click to download! Read more »
"Through the Valley of Shadows" - Star Trek: Discovery (#238)
April 08, 2019 07:17Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Barry Link, experience an unsettling vision of the future while accompanying Captain Pike on a fateful trip to the Klingon temple on Boreth. They also weigh in on Saru's season three captain potential, Jett Reno's infrequent pop-ins and Burnham and Tyler's tortured romance. Right-click to download! Read more »
"Perpetual Infinity" - Star Trek: Discovery (#237)
April 01, 2019 03:52Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get dosed up on nanoprobes (?) while witnessing the unexpected evolution of Leland, and dig into the deeply complicated relationship between Burnham and her time-traveling Red Angel mom. They also continue to track Ash Tyler and Mirror Georgiou's intriguing ongoing arcs, and work in some Picard spin-off chatter. Right-click to download! Read more »
"The Red Angel" - Star Trek: Discovery (#236)
March 25, 2019 07:50Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton strap themselves into chairs in order to have a close encounter with the much-hyped Red Angel! They also express awe over Airiam's funeral, debate Ash Tyler's status on the show and strive to determine what the heck is going on with Leland. Right-click to download! Read more »
"Project Daedalus" - Star Trek: Discovery (#235)
March 18, 2019 08:01Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get mesmerized by red dots this week while digging into the Lieutenant Commander Airiam showcase fans have long been clamoring for! They also ponder the ongoing Spock/Burnham feud, Section 31's bothersome A.I. problems and Discovery's badass new security chief. Right-click to download! Read more »
"If Memory Serves" - Star Trek: Discovery (#234)
March 11, 2019 07:36Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Janine Smith, rock their grooviest medallions while revisiting the legendary planet of Talos IV for the first time in over 50 years! Upon landing the trio delve into shocking Burnham/Spock revelations, modern Talosian makeovers, Vina's surprising return and an explosive Culber vs. Tyler confrontation. Plus, Picard casting news! Right-click to download! Read more »
"Light and Shadows" - Star Trek: Discovery (#233)
March 04, 2019 02:19Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton arrogantly toss black badges at each other while breaking down the highly anticipated end of Discovery's lengthy search for Spock! The duo also delve into the often hilarious Pike/Tyler dynamic as well as Section 31's increasingly complicated role in season 2. Plus, Picard and Discovery season 3 news is covered along with Red Angel fan theories. Right-click to download! Read more »
"The Sound of Thunder" - Star Trek: Discovery (#232)
February 25, 2019 07:58Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton toss on some non-descript robes and go undercover on Kaminar this week in order to analyze Saru's highly dramatic and eventful homecoming and family reunion. They also offer up Red Angel theories that straddle the line between possible and absurd, and ponder the similarities between the Ba'ul and the TNG gang's strangest early nemesis. Right-click to download! Read more »
"Saints of Imperfection" - Star Trek: Discovery (#231)
February 18, 2019 04:10Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton party it up in the mycelial network while breaking down Discovery's most recent episode, which welcomes back an old friend and also (maybe) retires an increasingly tired plot device! In addition to all of the fast and furious developments, the duo ponder Trek's history of resurrecting the dead as well as offer their thoughts on recent Picard and animated series news. Right-click to download! Read more »
"An Obol for Charon" - Star Trek: Discovery (#230)
February 11, 2019 07:04Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton engage in a high-spirited sing-along while analyzing Discovery's most poignant and layered Saru story yet! They also welcome Number One, predict which beloved musical artists will receive future shout-outs and ponder Tilly's new blob bestie. Right-click to download! Read more »
"Point of Light" - Star Trek: Discovery (#229)
February 04, 2019 05:00Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Dale Deruiter of the Outrage Factory podcast, let their flowing locks down while delving into the eventful return of Ash Tyler, L'Rell and Emperor Georgiou! In an episode chock-a-block full of plot developments and teases for future drama, which elements worked and which didn't? Right-click to download! Read more »
"New Eden" - Star Trek: Discovery (#228)
January 27, 2019 20:01Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Taylor Ramone of Vancouver's premiere nerd bar Storm Crow, weigh in on Discovery's old school faith vs. science tale, New Eden. Directed by Jonathan Frakes, the episode raises many intriguing questions and ideas. But do they ultimately land? Right-click to download! Or, you can beam on over to iTunes or Stitcher Radio and subscribe to the show! Leave a review while you're there! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content s...
"Brother" - Star Trek: Discovery (#227)
January 21, 2019 04:17Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton welcome back Discovery with an extensive break down of the Pike-tastic second season premiere, Brother. They also weigh in on the official greenlight announcement of the Mirror Georgiou-led Section 31 spin-off. Right-click to download! Read more »
#226 - CRAFTING THE PERFECT SEASON PREMIERE!
January 14, 2019 04:23Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton embark on an in-depth exploration of the franchise's increasingly lengthy history of worthy (and not so worthy) season premieres. They also offer their own unique insights on the recent news surrounding the Picard and newly announced second animated series spin-offs! Right-click to download! Read more »
#225 - SHORT TREKS: THE ESCAPE ARTIST & SEASON ONE WRAP-UP!
January 06, 2019 18:00Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton run wild with Harry Mudd as they examine the latest Short Treks installment, The Escape Artist. Plus, the duo rank the four inaugural mini Trek tales and ponder where the future may take the format. Right-click to download! Read more »
#224 - THE BEST, WORST, WEIRDEST & WILDEST MOMENTS OF 2018!
December 25, 2018 08:59Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton bid farewell to 2018 in high style with another fun reflection on the passing year's most memorable and wacky podcast moments. They also look ahead to the exciting events in Trekdom waiting just around the corner in 2019, such as Discovery's second season, Lower Decks, the Picard spin-off and more! Happy Holidays everyone! Right-click to download! Read more »