The Incomparable

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.

260 “Genesis” (TNG) with James Thomson

James Thomson, the developer behind PCalc and Dice by PCalc (and other things), joins Scott to discuss "Genesis" (TNG S7E19). Topics include the many similarities between James and Neil Diamond, Blockbuster Video, and dubious science in this episode.

259 “Things Past” (DS9) with David J. Loehr

David J Loehr, writer and podcaster, joins Scott to discuss “Things Past” (DS9 S5E8). Topics include the lack of Neelix, Odo’s tortured soul, and the creepy uncanny vibe that allows for effective, and cheap, Star Trek episodes.

Next on Random Trek: “Genesis” (TNG S7E19) with James Thomson.

258 “Daedalus” (ENT) with John Siracusa

John Siracusa, developer, writer, and podcaster, joins Scott to discuss “Daedalus” (ENT S4E10). Topics include being a professional podcaster, the emotions of Vulcans, and Captain Archer’s judgment (or lack thereof).

Next on Random Trek: “Things Past” (DS9 S5E8) with David J Loehr.

257 “The Siege of AR-558” (DS9) with Grant Jun Otsuki

Grant Jun Otsuki, a cultural anthropologist, joins Scott to discuss "The Siege of AR-558" (DS9 S7E8). We attempt to have a lighthearted conversation about a very heavy episode of Deep Space Nine. Topics include which Captain you'd want to work for, how great Avery Brooks' performance is in this episode, and why the heck was Quark allowed to hang around in this situation.

Be sure to read Grant's fantastic McSweeney's piece "Due to Falling Enrollments, We Will No Longer Offer Courses In Romulan At Starfleet Academy."

Next Episode: "Daedalus" (ENT S4E10) with John Siracusa.

256 “Day of the Dove” (TOS) with Jason Snell

Jason Snell, Random Trek’s most frequent guest, joins Scott to discuss “Day of the Dove” (TOS S3E11). Topics include our favorite Klingons, whatever the deal is with these energy aliens, and the “hidden” message of this episode.

Watch “Day of the Dove” for yourself:

• Amazon Instant Video
• Paramount+
• Blu-Rays

255 “Wrongs Darker Than Death or Night” (DS9) with Claire L. Evans

Claire L. Evans, writer and musician, joins Scott to discuss “Wrongs Darker Than Death or Night” (DS9 S6E17). Topics include how great Dax is, war crimes, and the ease of time travel when you’re a Bajoran.

Just a warning -given the content of this episode, we talk about some mature topics.

On a lighter note, read Claire’s history of the corporate presentation.

Watch Wrongs Darker Than Death or Night for yourself:

• Amazon Instant Video
• Paramount Plus
• DVDs

254 “The Voyager Conspiracy” (VOY) with Erika Ensign

Erika Ensign, podcaster and trivia enthusiast, joins Scott to discuss “The Voyager Conspiracy” (S6E9). Topics include conspiracy theories, the many possible loves of Capt. Janeway, and the complete lack of Reginald Barclay in this episode.

Watch “The Voyager Conspiracy” for yourself:

• Amazon Instant Video
• Paramount Plus
• DVDs

253 “Our Man Bashir” (DS9) with Jean MacDonald

Jean MacDonald, Micro.blog community manager and podcaster, joins Scott to discuss “Our Man Bashir” (DS9 S4E10). Topics include Jean’s conversion to a DS9 fan, whether or not Bashir is the Tom Paris of DS9, and just how much fun all the actors seem to be having in this episode.

Watch Our Man Bashir for yourself:

• Amazon Instant Video
• Paramount Plus
• DVDs