The Incomparable

270 “Brothers” (TNG) with Aleen Simms

Aleen Simms, writer and podcaster, joins Scott to discuss “Brothers” (TNG S4E3).

Topics include how nice it is to watch a good episode of Star Trek, how complicated families can be, old man Scott remembering how people used to watch television, and when it is ok to just leave your kids unattended on the Enterprise whilst you enjoy your sabbatical.

269 “Unexpected” (ENT) with Tony Sindelar

Tony Sindelar, famed Dungeon Master and adventure writer, joins Scott to discuss “Unexpected” (ENT S1E5).

Topics include Tony’s Kickstarter (you should back it!), trying to remember the names of Enterprise main characters, and if it is wise to stick your hands in random alien boxes.

268 “A Private Little War” (TOS) with Lex Friedman

Lex Friedman, the force behind Lex.Games and Strategery, joins Scott to discuss “A Private Little War” (TOS S2E19).

Topics include costumes (both tiny and ridiculous), when everyone gets their wigs at the same store, and finally settling the eternal question: is Spock a robot?

267 “The House of Quark” (DS9) with Antony Johnston

Antony Johnston, author and dapper fellow, joins Scott to discuss “The House of Quark” (DS9 S3E3).

Topics include Klingon accounting practices, forced marriages played for laughs, and the versatility of the High Council chambers.

266 “Data’s Day” (TNG) with Steven Schapansky

Steven Schapansky, podcaster producer and podcaster, joins Scott to discuss “Data’s Day” (TNG S4E11).

Topics include the power move of having your wedding near the Neutral Zone, Service Merchandise and Consumers Distributing, and who you’d rather get bad news from: Data or Geordi.

265 “Dragon’s Teeth” (VOY) with Liz Barr

Liz Barr, co-host of Antimatter Pod, joins Scott to discuss “Dragon’s Teeth” (VOY S6E7).

Topics include the strength of Starfleet vessels, which character we’d most like to kiss (consensually), and the sadness that we don’t see the Vaadwaur in any other episodes.

Liz blogged about Dragon’s Teeth too, in case you can’t get enough!

264 “Eye of the Beholder” (TNG) with Guy English

Guy English, podcaster and programmer, joins Scott to discuss “Eye of the Beholder” (TNG S7E18).

This episode of TNG starts off with a scene depicting suicide. Support is available if you are struggling.

Topics include the portrayal of mental health issues, “it was all a dream,” and Riker’s pajamas.

263 “Terra Nova” (ENT) with Joe Rosensteel

Joe Rosensteel, podcaster and writer, joins Scott to discuss “Terra Nova” (ENT S1E6). Topics include the Dutch, the wasted potential of Enterprise, and the judicious use of diggers.

262 “These are the Voyages” (ENT) with John Moltz

John Moltz, freelance writer, podcaster (The Rebound and Biff!), joins Scott to discuss “These are the Voyages” (ENT S4E22). Topics include how bad this episode is on many levels, shocking cameos, great characters in not so great shows, and inexplicable deaths.

261 “Live Fast and Prosper” (VOY) with Monty Ashley

Monty Ashley, Incomparable host and all around nice guy, joins Scott to discuss “Live Fast and Prosper” (VOY S6E21). Topics include Scott explaining The Traitors, expressions of love for Taskmaster and Drag Race Espana, and eventually Star Trek.