Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

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When the USS Discovery gets some updated tech, the crew is more than excited to jump to the next emergency. But when a message from Book pushes Michael to go rogue, it's time to stop listening to speeches and start getting some results. Will Grudge fly more ships? Will Michael leave Starfleet? Do you want an espresso? It's the episode that gives you a prison break after you look at antiques.  Supp...

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When Burnham is back on the Discovery it's not long before the pleasantries are over and the mission back to Earth begins. But when the Discovery finds that the Earth Defense Force doesn't operate like the federation it's time for Saru to put his left hoof in and shake it all about with diplomacy.  Where has Starfleet HQ gone? Can Burnham be trusted? Do some crew members of the Discovery still hav...

When the crew of the Discovery makes their way through the time-butt-hole, it's not long before they realize their calculations were not correct. But when Saru and Tilly have a run-in at the local saloon it's quickly understood that this future doesn't play by the rules they're used to. How fast does parasitic ice spread? Do spores use dilithium? Will Detmer lose control? It's the episode that kee...

When Michael Burnham lands safely on the wrong planet she finds signs of life and fulfills her final Red Angel duty. But when she meets a technopagan named Book, it's quickly realized that her plans for the future might be more complicated than originally thought. Do all foreheads glow in the future? Will there be flashbacks to Ithyk and Ithor? What other animals represent alarm clocks? It's the e...

When the crew of the Cerritos encounters some familiar faces, the speed of destruction is faster than expected. But when the Pakled's Voltron ships seem to be no match for our heroes it's time to break the rules and distribute some contraband. Will Tendi be more selective with her friendships? Can Mariner step up to the plate?  Will Boimler's pips go to his head? It's the episode that gives you an...

When an away mission goes awry Mariner is forced to go to therapy. But when she's venting to her pals on the holodeck she ends up scripting some therapy of her own. Will relationships evolve in the movie universe? Can Boimler keep a secret? Is Crisis Point part of the Kelvin timeline? It's the episode that pokes fun at itself and its temple!  Support our show! Support the production of Greatest Tr...

While beginning in medias res our Lower Deck heroes  think themselves  to be on trial and forced to tell their side of a covert mission. But when their Rashoman-esque adventure raises more questions than answers, we as viewers acknowledge and accept how silly space-adventures can be. Do all of Starfleet get the cool covert pajamas? Will [REDACTED] ever [REDACTED]? Is it truly that easy to outwit Q...

When Captain Freeman leaves the Cerritos in the hands of one of Mariner's besties our main star has the weight of the ship on her shoulders. But when an away mission proves that maybe Beckett isn't living up to first officer material it's time for our Lower Deck fave to start favoring herself. Will Boimler's Farm visit heal his annoying tone? Does a dog need special powers? What would you say Tend...

When classic party-animal Fletcher offers to help Mariner and Boimler so they can attend the Chu Chu Dance, it seems like our favorite ensigns will finally get to breathe a sigh of relief. But when a malfunction leaves Fletcher on the floor it's time for Mariner and Boimler to once again save the day. Will Tendi and Rutherford go on more holodeck missions together? Can Fletcher learn from his mist...

When members of the Cerritos have a moon-mission on the Vancouver, Boimler is super excited to visit his girlfriend Barbara. But when Mariner finds out Barbara is real, she'll do whatever it takes to find a fault in this pairing. Will Tendi and Rutherford's equipment jealousy get them into trouble? How many moons do rich people need? Are pheromone parasites the new nubbin bug? It's the episode tha...

When the USS Cerritos is on a new mission it'll take two ships to tow some old mummies. But when Ensign Mariner's boredom makes Captain Freeman look bad, Carol decides to make Beckett's life miserable. Will a family bond break through a corporate infrastructure? Is genesis-goo on the rise? Does Tendi have what it takes to bang the gong? It's the episode that reaches ascension but at room temperatu...

When Boimler accidentally spills the replicated-beans about "buffer time" the Captain institutes a new order to increase efficiency on the ship.  But when lack of prep time results in a mistaken gesture on an away mission, Mariner and Ransom must help solve a whole new problem. Will the crew be able to find a happy medium? Can the captain do a deep dive into workplace relations? Are crystals just...

When Boimler and Mariner set off on a high profile away mission, Mariner's experience in the field leaves Boimler feeling less than qualified. But when an unexpected alien arrives, it's time for Boimler to take charge, and ask for the access code. Will Tendi and Rutherford get to have a chill-hang? Does every department have its own Kobayashi Maru?  How many carbs are necessary for a Bloodwine par...

When Ensign Tendi has her first day on the USS Cerritos her excitement doesn't outweigh a shipwide crisis. But when Boimler and Mariner are tasked with a Second Contact meeting it's time so steal farm equipment and play with giant spiders. Will Rutherford's implant ever be fixed? Where do these pigs get their overalls? Who actually are Mariner's parents? It's the episode that breaks the rules whil...

With the first season of Star Trek: Lower Decks on the precipice of The Greatest Discovery, Adam and Ben once again take a look at past animated Trek. But what happens when a show that on the surface feels like it’s for children, in turn, has some very adult themes? Will time traveling portals continue to be a thing? How much can you expect of an artichoke alien? Will we learn about even more of S...

When The Enterprise encounters a dead star and an old pod ship it's not long before the crew belt-up and investigates. But only time will tell what happens when they encounter an ancient fart! And on another journey Kirk and co. battle with a familiar foe... The TRIBBLE! Does a unique color scheme help a new trek medium? Can Klingons just say what they want? Are cartoons supposed to leave you feel...

When the rebel ship Voyager finds itself stranded from the ruins of the Terran Empire, Captain Janeway decides to take up the profession of Delta Quadrant Pirate Queen. But when tricky local scavengers Neelix and Kes decide to put up a fight, Voyager may be in for more than they bargained for. Who is Annika? What are Doc's rules? Will Pirates reign supreme? It's the episode that reflects on decisi...

After watching and then rewatching Star Trek: Picard, Adam and Ben revisit moments of Data's life that developed the character over many decades. But when one of the hosts has to rewatch Nemesis this journey of historical canon takes a wild turn. Will Lore ever return to the screen? How long was Data an ensign? Was Brent Spiner the best actor in all of Star Trek? It's the episode that plays the ha...

When Picard is over and Disco is done, Adam and Ben have begun watching some TOS. But when Robs searches the web for audience questions the boys decide it's time to give Q's to oh-so-many A's. Will everyone's question be answered? Are electric busses a real thing? How many zippers does one producer need? It's the episode that may give you more than you bargained for! Support our show! Support the...