The Duras Sisters Podcast

Episode 8: Engineering Series How long did it take for Billups to learn non-Hysperian terms for engineering? How many times do we say “Engineering Prowess”? How does Rutherford’s code affect the plot? What remains of Badgey once he’s split up? How do Engineers cope with stress? Join sisters, Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss Billups and Rutherford in Lower Decks! SPOILER ALERT: Lower Decks up to S4...

Episode 7: Engineering Series What is the dynamic between Stamets and Lorca? How serious are the nerds in Discovery? How many geniuses can you fit in a room? Are you team Zora or Stammets? How does Discovery change the way we look at Engineering? Join sisters, Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss all the Engineers in Discovery! SPOILER ALERT: Discovery This is the seventh episode of our Engineering Se...

Special Episode: Very Short Treks Review Would Riker have blown up their warp drive? Does Spock like morbid humor? Why did the Enterprise explode in “Skin a Cat”? Wouldn’t it be fun to see Lower Decks in TAS style? Why are they disrespecting Prodigy? Join Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss The Very Short Treks. SPOILER ALERT: Strange New Worlds 1x9 Hop aboard the Mycelial Network and hang out with u...

Episode 6: Engineering Series How do Trip and Archer communicate about Engineering situations? Can mashed potatoes really seal a punctured hull? How does Trip fix other alien’s tech? Do Trip and Malcom work together well while modifying the ship? What is Trip’s MVP moment? Join sisters, Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss (Charles) Trip Tucker III in Enterprise. SPOILER ALERT: Enterprise. This is the...

Special Release Join sisters, Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss all things Star Trek day, answer some Q&As, and bring glory to the empire in this live episode! SPOILER ALERT: Some of Lower Decks season 4 eps 1 and 2 Come back to the NX class with us as we talk about Trip in Enterprise next week! DISCLAIMER: We do not own any of the rights to Star Trek or its affiliations. This content is for review...

Episode 5: Engineering Series What is a fuselage? What is Janeway’s engineering background? How does Seven adjust to working in Engineering? How does B’Elanna develop her leadership skills? Join sisters, Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss B'Elanna Torres in Voyager. SPOILER ALERT: Voyager. This is the fifth episode of our Engineering Series, where Ashlyn and Rhianna talk about all the engineers in e...

Episode 4: Engineering Series What is an ODN access point? How Does O’Brien transition from TNG to DS9? Does O’Brien have rizz? How does O’Brien rely on his crew of Bajoran and Starfleet engineers? Is O’Brien anti-buffer time? Join sisters, Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss Miles O’Brien in Deep Space Nine. SPOILER ALERT: Deep Space Nine This is the fourth episode of our Engineering Series, where A...

Episode 3: Engineering Series How does the transparent spacesuit work? How does Scotty stay cool under pressure? Will Scotty ever use his crew? How does the ship function when they all start to shrink? Who is mustache Scotty?! Join sisters, Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss Scotty in the Star Trek: Animated Series. SPOILER ALERT: Star Trek: The Animated Series This is the third episode of our Engin...

Episode 2: Engineering Series Why does Hugh get attached to Geordi? How do writers dumb down the science for us to understand? Why doesn’t Scotty want to learn 24th century tech? What is the dynamic between Data and Geordi? Why doesn’t Geordi use his engineering team? Join sisters, Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss all the best Engineering moments in The Next Generation. SPOILER ALERT: All of the N...

Episode 1: Engineering Series Stay in School, Zephram! Is Scotty’s job thankless? What mentalities do you need in order to be Chief Engineer? What does Simon Pegg bring to Scotty? Does Kirk truly appreciate Scotty? What is the dynamic of Spock and Scotty’s relationship? Join sisters, Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss all the best Engineering moments in The Original Series. TRIGGER WARNINGS: Talk of...

Episode 13: Family Series Reminder: Don’t Hit Picard With Your Tesla! Has Kore ever left the house? How did Troi and Riker handle losing their son? What is the significance of Yevette playing hide and seek with Jean-Luc? How do we feel about Bev choosing not to include Picard in Jack’s life? What Star Trek series handles family episodes the best? Listen along as Ashlyn and Rhianna discuss the fami...

Episode 12: Family Series PRO:A Disney Hotdog AKA Rok-Tahk Talk Time (With Guest, Gabby Herd) How was Gwen able to function under the Diviner’s thumb? Was the Diviner right that Gwen couldn’t handle the truth of their shared history? Would Gwen be on her father’s side if he had been honest from the beginning? What is going on with the Kazon? How old is Jakom Pog?! Get ready as Ashlyn, Rhianna, and...

Special Release What was a highlight of the Strange New Worlds trailer? Who is kissing who, and WHY? What will happen in the crossover episode? What is Ashlyn and Rhianna’s ranking of the Starfleet Captains? What is the best season of the Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, and Voyager? Listen as Ashlyn and Rhianna discuss the Strange New World official trailer, rank the Captains, and debate the bes...

Special Release While you wait for our next episode, enjoy this special release from our Patreon! This week the Duras Sisters indulge in a fierce, warrior’s battle on Star Trek Episode titles. Play along at home and let us know how many you got right via Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook! Join us next week with our sister Gabby as we discuss the family dynamics in Prodigy. DISCLAIMER: We do not own...

Special Release What are the highs and lows of Picard? Which character grew the most throughout the seasons? How did Covid affect the final production of season two and three? Who is the champion of the Picard prediction sheet? Who is a character you wish had returned? Listen as guests Abby Beasley and Michelle Herd-Fetch join Ashlyn and Rhianna in the explosive send-off of Picard. SPOILER ALERT:...

Episode 11: Family Series RATED PG-13 for Language How did the writing for Rukiya’s story all come together? Was it really Spock’s lifelong dream to be in Starfleet? How has Uhura’s character grown since the 60s? What does La’An’s family history reveal about her character? Did M’Benga pass out reports on what the crew did during “The Elysian Kingdom?” Listen as Ashlyn and Rhianna discuss the famil...

Special Release: Voyager & Trek Fandom What makes Voyager such a good starter Trek show? Why is tumblr such a welcoming fandom space? How does Janeway make Star Trek the show it is? Who does the best Janeway impression? What would have changed if Janeway and Chakotay had gotten together during Voyager? Join Ashlyn, Rhianna, & a special guest, Darya, as they discuss Voyager, Trek fandom, and have a...

Episode 9: Holodeck Series How has Hologram Janeway’s program grown? Does Prodigy explain holodecks well? Is Hologram Janeway unburdened by stress? Can you get full from eating holographic food? Why can Murf sing? Train in the holodeck with Ashlyn, Rhianna, & Gabby as we discuss all of Prodigy’s Holodeck episodes. SPOILER ALERT: All of Prodigy This is the ninth episode of our Holodeck Series, wher...

Episode 8: Holodeck Series LOW: Sherri Bem Bem’s Revenge How does the privacy setting work on the holodeck? Why does the Holodeck not always appear in front of them? Why aren't personal logs encrypted? Is Da Vinci’s program the same on every ship? What are the many ways to view holographic programs? Make second contact with Ashlyn and Rhianna as they discuss Lower Deck’s Holodeck episodes. SPOILER...

Episode 7: Holodeck Series This Episode is rated PG-13 How did Discovery have a holodeck? Do you like them using holographic projections to talk to people? How can holographic technology be misused? How many times can 2 sisters talk about human Saru? Can a holodeck be a home? Head to the dilithium planet with Ashlyn and Rhianna as they discuss Discovery’s Holodeck episodes. SPOILER ALERT: All of D...

Episode 6: Holodeck Series What is “Pegasus” doing in our Enterprise finale? Is this Enterprise holodeck situation even applicable to Riker? Would you prefer a holodeck with a remote or voice-activated? What is Reed’s holodeck fantasy? Why did Troi recommend this program to Riker? It’s been a long road, getting from there to here in Ashlyn and Rhianna’s Enterprise holodeck episode. Trigger Warning...

Special Release: Picard Week II Is Picard in the running for most kidnapped? How does he deal with shuttle crashes? Why are stranded episodes good drama? What can we learn from Picard in these situations? What skills can he take into season three of Picard? Listen as guests Matthew Kaplowitz (Trek Untold) and Aaron Coker (Enterprising Individuals) join Ashlyn and Rhianna in the second annual Picar...

Special Release: Death by Stick (With Guest, The Random Redshirt Podcast) What is the use of killing off random characters in the Original Series? Does Kirk’s no-win scenario extend to the red shirts? Why are Scotty and Uhura in red shirts, but not in security? How does modern Trek add depth to background characters? What is the best red shirt death? Listen as guests Zach Eagle and Chris Hodgin jo...

Episode 5: Holodeck Series Why wasn’t the Doctor able to save his daughter? Is Tuvok’s training simulation HR Compliant? Will Seven ever be able to achieve complete individuality? Are the other bridge crew gatekeeping Tom’s Proton program? Does the whole holodeck program remember Michael’s wife? Listen as Ashlyn and Rhianna open their program: “Voyager Holodeck Series Alpha J2” and discuss all of...

Episode 4: Holodeck Series This episode is rated PG-13 How does the Doctor’s programming change over the years? Should Janeway have given holo-technology to the Hirogen? How many different ways can the writers use the holodeck? What does deleting a hologram actually do? What are the implications of Hologram rights? Listen as Ashlyn and Rhianna open their program: “Voyager Holodeck Series Alpha J2”...