The Skin of Kermit the Frog (TOS S1E14: Balance of Terror)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Big Doggin' the Bar (Star Trek: Discovery Annual 2018 Part 1): When there's still a month to go before another Short Trek, Adam and Ben look for solace in the warm pages of the 2018 Star Trek Discovery Annual. But when our hosts realize this comic reveals secrets more voluminous than Klingon hair— it's time to read, record, and navigate the mycelial network. Was Stamets always grumpy? Will Culber continue to hum? Can you really define a Rapp jaw line? It's the episode that sets Stamets up for success, but only he may deliver the goods. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

38 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

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

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

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

Lethal Lenny Energy (Picard S1E5): When Picard and Co. make their way to Freecloud the heist can soon be implemented. But when Seven's past throws a wrench into the plan, it's time to stick a couple extra feathers in the hat and bedazzle Bjayzl. Is Vup the new Morn? Does Freecloud offer a subscription service? Can ships upgrade their pop-up blockers? It's the episode that gives you characters without the hassle of a holodeck! Support our show. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

65 min listen

How to Fix Your Butt (Short Treks: Runaway): Upon landing at their space stations Ben and Adam view "Runaway" the first of CBS All Access’ “Short Treks.” But when they realize a new Discovery season 2 trailer has also been released, it’s time to log in and make first contact with the couch. Can Po keep a secret? Are red angels really that calming? How many cups of coffee can one ensign ingest? It’s the episode that’s a quarter of the time, but raises 4 times the questions! Click here to support our show! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

43 min listen

Star Trek: Discovery Season One Wrap-up: With mere hours left before auto-renewal updates the CBS All Access spore drive, The Greatest Discovery hosts binge the entire first season. But when Adam and Ben record a new episode, we find out what moments lit the beacon and what segments should have guarded their neck. Were the ships easy to identify? Where did the black badges go? When is Tilly going to be a Star Fleet Captain? It’s the season that takes you for a ride before reuniting you with an old friend. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

60 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

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 J.K. Woodward: When Adam and Ben return from Risa Vegas they're filled to the brim with Trek topics. But when comic book artist J.K. Woodward shows up to the studio it's time to perform a post-mortem on Star Trek Vegas and move on to the art of J.L.'s Pipes. What's next for Trek? Does J.K. know more about Discovery than he lets on? Is there such a thing as a bad panel? It's the episode that comes home from vacation, but is still operating on island time. by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

36 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

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

New Weeden (Discovery S2E2): When old Eden becomes a bore, the crew of the U.S.S. Discovery follow a stellar signal and jump to a new planet with a radiation problem. But when humans are also found to be on new Eden, It's time for Pike, Burnham, and Owosekun to beam down and investigate. Will (s)Tilly stop the acid rain? Has Burnham learned to tell the truth? Can someone dim the lights in this church? It's the episode that let's you jump, but only if the authorities give you the ok. 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

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

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

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

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

Star Trek Canasta (Discovery S2E9): When Discovery pays a visit to Section 31, we find out there's more than 31 flavors and definitely more than 31 mines. But when Airiam tags along on an away team it's time for the space suits to really kick into gear. Will Spock and Michael come to an agreement? Have we lost Stamets' quips? Don't forget to save your memories. It's the episode that gives you a god shot, but saves you the Rod shot! #MAXFUNDRIVE 2019 Support our show at www.maximumfun.org/donate by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

55 min listen

It Tastes Human (Discovery S2E3): When Amanda Grayson arrives on the Disco with illegal Spock files, Captian Pike orders Burnham to break the encryption and learn about her brother's whereabouts. But when these files lead to deep family secrets, it's time for mom and daughter to have honesty-time. On Q'onoS there's a new baby, and you'll never guess who's it is! Will the red angel really be a red devil? Can Spock come home yet? Do people trust Burnham? It's the episode that gives you split-screen without the TV lightning bolt! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

50 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

Structure Brings Freedom (An interview with Anson Mount): When faced with a crucial dilemma—another hoof or find Nechayev's table— Adam and Ben split up at Star Trek Las Vegas. But when producer extraordinaire Robs presents a third option, your hosts bee-line it to the production area and take a quick break with an actor who knows his craft. Can Anson Mount answer the questions with no prep time? Do time crystals come into play? How many other Trek actors were listening in on this interview? It's the episode that takes you behind the scenes, and behind the convention! Listen to The Well Podcast Support our show! by Greatest Trek: New Star Trek Reviewed

30 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

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