Big Doggin' the Bar (Star Trek: Discovery Annual 2018 Part 1)

She's All Up in that Butt with the Katra (Discovery S1E6): When Sarek seeks Burnham's help with regression therapy, she's soon partnered up with Tilly and Tyler to reverse engineer a mind meld. But when Admiral Bob questions Lorca's tactics she ends up the only Starfleet member on a Klingon Ship who retains their head. Will Lorca's secret be found out? How important is breakfast? When will we hear from Majel Barrett? It's the episode that starts with a conspiracy theory and ends with a questionable trap. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

50 min listen

Star Trek: Discovery Mid Season Bonus: When the CBS Spore Drive paywall is re-activated, Adam and Ben re-watch the entire first half of Star Trek Discovery. But when they binge the entire show in a span of 24 hours, have their forearm implants become infected? Are they still fans of Tilly? Is Captain Lorca really *that* bad? How much Mudd is too much? It’s the episode that binges the past and discos into the future! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

34 min listen

Nip Woke (Star Trek News): When floating in the between-seasons ether, Adam and Ben find solace in the fact that Star Trek Discovery released a promo for season 2. But when it’s confirmed that there won’t be another episode until 2019 it’s time to read the trades and comb the web. Will there be additions to the cast? Are Pike’s recordings OG Trek? Where did the bull-nips subreddit go? It’s the episode that reveals *just* enough Trek. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

24 min listen

Gremlins In The Microwave (Discovery S1E12): When Burnham and Lorca take a proto-Previa to the ISS Charon, their backstory ends up being a real mouthful. But when Culber’s ghost helps Stamets simultaneously come down and wake up, it may only be the start of his trip. Will Lorca develop any new scars? Do L’Rell’s gloves come in different colors? Is it the farmed or the fresh ganglia that taste the best? It’s the episode that tells the truth as a last resort. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

66 min listen

Head to the Penthouse for the Party (Discovery S1E14): When settling back into their own universe, Burhnham and Co. are struggling with how to defeat the Klingon street toughs. But when Admiral Bob agrees to the Emperor’s idea to invade Qo'noS, it’s up to Stamets and Tilly to grow some spores and everyone else to have some intense conversations. Will Tyler come to terms with his identity? Can Bob set her phaser to golden-brown? How come we haven’t seen that green spot again? It’s the episode that asks the important questions while cruising at maximum warp! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

69 min listen

Kool-Aid Sneeze (Discovery S1E8): When the U.S.S. Discovery is tasked with a mission to planet Pahvo, it's time for Burnham, Tyler, and Saru to have an experiential Outward Bound camping trip. Light years away L'Rell convinces Admiral Bob to escape and take her into custody. But when Saru gets too in touch with nature and L'Rell overpowers Bob, we're left with more Klingons than answers. Can Burnham stop the crystal? Will Tilly help Stamets kick his habit? Voulez vous coucher a-Voq moi? It's the episode that gives you crystals, but doesn't let you heal with them. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

49 min listen

The Georgiou Rule (Discovery S1E2): When T’Kuvma’s pitch sesh to the heads of the 24 houses is falling apart, the Federation gives him a big assist by sending an armada of ships to back up the Shenzhou. But Michael Burnham is stuck in the brig with only the ship’s computer as her adversary. What’s wrong with the Klingon’s hololenses? Is Michael a part of Picard because of these mind-melds? Did the Klingons bring a boat to space? It’s the episode where we’re both trying to make the case for our position. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

33 min listen

All It Took Was a Buffet (Discovery S1E4): When Captain Lorca assigns Burnham to study the newest member of Team Discovery's biology for weapons purposes, she finds the missing link to spore tripping. But when Starfleet orders Discovery to relieve the dilithium mining colony Corvan II from Klingon atttack, it's up to Burnham and Stamets to test their mushroom theory, and successfully jump to conclusions. Will they get there in time? Is Tilly still drooling? Are the writers of Star Trek Discovery sending Ben and Adam messages? It's the episode that shoots first, and replicates later. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

44 min listen

Half Apple and a Pancake (Discovery S1E13): When Lorca thaws his cronies with plans to move forward with a coup, Burnham has to vent to save herself. But when Tilly and Stamets figure out how to destroy the Charon and get home in one maneuver, it’s time to throw caution to the wind and hug Pippa. Is the lesser of two evils still evil? How many soliloquies is too many? Is Stamets a Wyld Stallyns fan? It’s the episode that kicks you in the face then gives you a ride home. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

57 min listen

An interview with Ben Fritz: When Star Trek Discovery is in-between seasons it’s up to Ben and Adam to come up with new Greatest Discovery episodes. So when Ben Fritz—author of “The Big Picture”—is invited on the show, it’s only a matter of time before the guys talk Discovery and the film industry. Do we get to hear more about the Disco Premiere? Was the deleted emperor scene truly deleted? Will we get a Disco movie? It’s the episode that reflects on the film biz, and is hopeful for a Disco future! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

59 min listen

Push Triangle to Talk to Captain Lorca (Discovery S1E3): When Michael Burnham unexpectedly finds herself on the USS Discovery, she's tasked by Captain Lorca to assist with a secret scientific assignment. But when an experiment on Discovery's sister ship the USS Glenn kills its entire crew, it's now up to Burnham and co. to investigate, and truly become a team. Will spores help calm the voices? How many Drunk Shimodas fit in one episode? Do space breathalyzers work? It's the episode that winks at you at the beginning but keeps you guessing at the end. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

45 min listen

Mek'leths at Dawn (Discovery S1E9): When Starfleet asks for the U.S.S. Discovery to stand down at Pahvo, Lorca decides that instead he'll have his crew crack T'Kuvma's math. But when Burhnam and Tyler sneak around the Klingon death ship, Ash finds himself trapped by P.S.T.D. Can Bob help them escape? Why doesn't L'Rell wear safety glasses? Can Stamets survive 133 live Phish songs? It's the episode that solves one universal problem, while cloaking another. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

55 min listen

Bridal Train Level Threat Ganglia (Discovery S1E7): When the lower decks decide to throw a synth-kegger, Burnham and Tyler share a moment. But when a giant space fish spits Harry Mudd onto the ship, The USS Discovery becomes trapped in a half-hour loop. It's now up to Stamets to float on a fourth dimensional mushroom to help save the day. Will the time-loop continue? How good is Tilly at beer pong? Ash and Michael, will they? won't they? It’s the episode where they didn’t call the Beastie Boys *or* French Stewart. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

51 min listen

Giant Barrel of Goo Gone (Discovery S1E10): When the Discovery team realizes they are in an alternate universe, it’s up to Burnham to take the lead and for Tilly to take the ship. But when L’Rell recites ancient Klingon poetry to Tyler, there’s nowhere safe on or off the I.S.S. Discovery. Can Lorca survive the Shenzhou? Has Stamets seen enough? Is Tyler Voq? It’s the episode that sides with the empire, but dreams of the resistance. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

55 min listen

Leaned Into the Scruff (Star Trek: Discovery Annual 2018 Part 2): When Christmas 2018 falls on the same day The Greatest Discovery releases a new episode, it's time to tear open gifts and use your new headphones to listen to Adam & Ben. But when it's revealed that this ep is Season 2 trailer-talk, and the second-half review of the Star Trek Discovery Annual comic book—it's time to gather your friends and family and share the pod around the fireplace. Will Spock's smile stay? Is Stamets jawline still defined? Where are the black toothbrushes? It's the episode you open in front of your family and have to explain to your grandparents! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

46 min listen

Oopsie-Daisy Murder (Discovery S1E1): When a precursor to the Argus Array gets a hole poked in it, the Federation sends its B-team: the USS SHEzhou. But when executive officer Michael Burnham pokes a hole in a nearby Klingon, the situation escalates quickly. Is Sarek the only Vulcan teacher? Has Georgiou given Burnham too much latitude? Is Saru the COB of this episode? It’s the episode that lights a beacon that can be seen across the galaxy. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

43 min listen

That’s Going All the Way In (Discovery S1E11): When our undercover team discovers the rebel base, it’s time for Burnham and Tyler to break bread with Firewolf, Son of None. But when Tyler acquiesces to Kahless it’s time to crack skulls and bust out the Mek’leths. Does Burnham have the strength to carry on? Will Stamets make his way through the forest? Is Lorca’s sense of humor a tad rude? It’s the episode that lays on the exposition, but keeps up with the expedition. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

65 min listen

An interview with Danielle Radford: When it's the second week of the 2018 #MaxFunDrive Adam and Ben pull no punches. So when Danielle Radford, of the Tights and Fights podcast joins the episode, it's time to start talking Trek origins, #boco, and Michael Burnham. Where will Disco go next? Are there Federation wrestlers? Who will face off in the squared circle? It's the episode that puts you into submission, while giving you a dusty finish. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

50 min listen

H.R. Goo-ger (Discovery S2E4): When the Disco is stopped by a mysterious sphere, a virus attacks the ship putting the whole crew in danger—especially Saru. But the fun doesn't stop there, May also threatens the status of the the ship and more specifically Tilly. Does the crew have the courage inside to tell the orb please let it be? Can one spore change the course of history? What happens when "ball" is no longer life? It's the episode that gets you high, while dumping all the ketchup on the fries. Support our show! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

53 min listen

Curved Like A Bat'leth (Discovery S1E5): When Captain Lorca is heading back from the Admiral's club, he's soon kidnapped by Klingons and becomes a prisoner of war. At the same time Burnham feels a deep connection to Ripper's nipples. It's time for Lorca to get back to the Discovery, and for the science team to chart a new map with human DNA. Will the spore drive continue to work? Will Tilly continue her profane rants? How has oral hygiene improved in the future? It's the episode that gives you Mudd in a prison, and BDSM in the laboratory. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

51 min listen

21 Jump Streeting Qo'noS (Discovery S1E15): When Georgiou assembles a rag-tag team of main characters to visit Qo’noS it’s time to throw on some leather jackets and eat some space-whale popsicles. But when Tilly smokes some dank volcano nugs she learns that the team’s mission is more dangerous than they originally thought. Has Burnham learned that it’s ok to love? What adventures will the Emperor get into next? Klingons have two dongs. It’s the season finale that brings fringe to a phaser fight! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

69 min listen

Fuckboi Emperor (Star Trek: Discovery Succession Issue 3): When the Terran empire is discovered to have a Fuckboi as a leader, Mirror Universe Michael Burnham must try and take her rightful place as heir to the throne. But when Alexander finds out what Burnham is up to, he’s none too pleased. Will Michael become Emperor? Is Airiam still angry? How much arch can you get on a mirror universe loogie? It’s the episode that accurately represents its characters, but in a universe that is foreign to us! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

53 min listen

Legendarily Horny (TOS S1E3: Mudd's Women): When Kirk & Co. pick up an untrustworthy businessman named Harvey Mudd and his women associates, the men on the Enterprise are overtaken by a spell. But when Mudd turns out to be making deals behind Kirk's back it’s finally time to pry off this annoying barnacle. Will Kirk be able to withstand the spell? How much slink can you get in one episode? What’s with the groovy Spock? It’s the episode Big Rod wrote after watching a Nancy Sinatra music video! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

53 min listen

Mirror Universe Mr. DNA (Star Trek: Discovery Succession Issues 1 & 2): When Star Trek Discovery fan-fic presents itself as less than worthy, Adam and Ben seek out some new Discovery stories that are canon. But when the Comixology app downloads a tale from the Mirror Universe, it's time for the boys to grow some goatees and swipe some panels. Will the pages of Succession help with the Star Trek fix? Do our hosts wear white gloves while reading comics? How many copies of Heavy Metal Magazine do Adam and Ben now own? It's the episode that flips the pages but doesn't crease the spine! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

47 min listen

Ornately Carved Zippo (Star Trek: Discovery The Light of Kahless Issue 3): When Voq's feelings about T'kuvma are wavering, L'Rell sits him down to brunch and gives context to why they shaved their heads. But when the back story opens up historical records and Klingon lore, it's time to flip more pages and figure out which dead bodies will be nailed to this ship. Does L'Rell finish the story? Will Voq come to terms with his past? Can any old piece of wood be a beacon? It's the episode that gives you exactly what you need before starting Star Trek Discovery! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

53 min listen

Butt-Dial Georgiou (Discovery S2E5): When Tilly is sucked into the upside down, it's time for Burnham and the crew to take a nosedive. But when Section 31 shows up in ultra-fashionable outfits, our team must steady the ship and reexamine relationships. Will Culber grow the beard—again? Is Tilly pinky promising her way out of things? Should Ben and Adam quit the podcast and become true crime reporters? It's the episode that leaves the pizza in the oven just a minute longer than needed. Support The Greatest Discover by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

55 min listen

What A Couple of Dicks (Star Trek: Discovery The Light of Kahless Issues 1 & 2): When new episodes of Star Trek Discovery are only weeks away, Adam and Ben decide to talk Trek news. But when our hosts realize they can read more comic books, it's time to bust out the Bics and illuminate their way to Issues 1 & 2 of The Light of Kahless. Will the color pallet be vivid enough? How graceful does T'Kuvma age? Are two comics better than one? It's the episode that continues the discovery while taking a trip to the past! Support the show! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

53 min listen

Sexual Cousteau (An interview with Manu Saadia): When there’s a shakeup behind the scenes of Star Trek Discovery, it’s time for Ben and Adam to grip the mics and share the news. But when emotions get hot our hosts pivot to a chat with fellow Trek fan Manu Saadia about his thoughts on the current era of Sci-Fi and his fantastic book "Trekonomics." Is season 2 still a go? Who’s driving the Disco now? Does Manu drop any economics spoilers? It’s the episode that brings the heat but cools off with democratic socialism. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

66 min listen

Anti-Cumberbatch (Star Trek News): Upon return from the Lone Star State, Adam and Ben decide to kick up their feet and relax. But unfortunately neither of our hosts can mellow-out after seeing what Disco Klingons look like with TNG-style hair. Was the Vulture Festival panel full of spoilers? Who’s the new Spock? Are Viacom and CBS fighting? It’s the episode that’s full of opinions and Texas BBQ leftovers! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

30 min listen

Contreland (Discovery S2E11): When an unplanned family reunion is forced upon Michael, she learns that watching home movies can be just as good. But when Ash and Georgiou's control sense begins to tingle around Leland, it's time to open up a big red hole and destroy some info. Will time win in the end? How many times has Dr. Burnham played this scene out? Do the replicators make sleeveless doctor's uniforms? It's the episode that gives you the rock, but has you dunk it in the trashcan. Support our show! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

75 min listen

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