Subspace Transmissions: A Star Trek Podcast
Tackling the best, worst, weirdest, wildest and everything in-between that Trek has to offer.
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Episodes
Sunday May 02, 2021
Sunday May 02, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton consider alien monster hunting careers while celebrating some of Trek's best underrated episodes. From telepathic pitcher plants, to deadly Deep Space Nine lockdowns and cantankerous de-evolving Vulcans, the duo shine a light on what makes these stories special, as well as debate how successfully the concepts could be reused on different series.Right-click to download.Check out the full Hidden Gems list here.Read more »
Monday Apr 26, 2021
Monday Apr 26, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton kick up their feet at Quark's bar while examining the course of Deep Space Nine, and ordering the seasons from worst to first. From the series' ambitious, if uneven, beginnings, to its much-hyped Klingon arc and Dominion War saga, there's a lot to dig into and much debate to be had in tackling such a serialized show. So grab some Aldebaran whiskey and join the party!Right-click to download.Check out the full list here.Read more »
Sunday Apr 18, 2021
Sunday Apr 18, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton pine for Pine and crew while analyzing Paramount's bizarre mishandling of the film franchise since Star Trek Beyond. From Tarantino's much-hyped pitch, to the stalled return of Chris Hemsworth to the Kelvinverse and a mysterious script by Discovery writer Kalinda Vazquez, the duo examine each of the studio's recent attempts and debate their creative potential and odds of ever beaming onto the silver screen. Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Apr 11, 2021
Sunday Apr 11, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton hit the wedding afterparty with Mirror Bareil this week as they explore Trek's inconsistent track record for properly following up its greatest episodes. From the high drama of Measure of a Man leading into the monster-packed Wesley romance The Dauphin, to Kirk and crew heading out on Shore Leave after the events of Balance of Terror, the duo determine which tonal shifts work and which ones just cause whiplash. Plus, the hosts break down all the exciting news and sneak previews coming out of First Contact Day. Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Apr 04, 2021
Sunday Apr 04, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton wearily delete their personal logs while breaking down Deep Space Nine's classic sixth season episode In the Pale Moonlight. From Sisko's moral compromises, to Garak's necessary evils and the grim fate of catchphrase-spawning Senator Vreenak, the duo examine the enduring legacy of this richly complex story.Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Mar 28, 2021
Sunday Mar 28, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton champion a lost cause while breaking down the arc of Trek's ill-fated freedom fighters, the Maquis. From Ro Laren's defection, to Sisko's pursuit of Eddington and Chakotay and B'Elanna's former life, the duo ponder the strengths and weaknesses of Starfleet's perpetually unlucky vest-wearing adversaries. Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Mar 21, 2021
Sunday Mar 21, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton pull on their dusty spandex uniforms while revisiting the journey of Next Gen, and crafting the definitive worst-to-best season rankings list. From the show's frequently bizarre early days (Skin of Evil, anyone?), to its much-heralded hot streak beginning in season 3, there's plenty of room for movement and perhaps even some controversial decisions. So tune in and find out precisely when the duo think the show hit peak performance. Right-click to download.Check out the full list here.Read more »
Sunday Mar 14, 2021
Sunday Mar 14, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton practice their scenery chewing while compiling the ultimate ranked list of all-star Trek recurring characters. From fan faves like Q, Guinan and Garak to newcomers such as Georgiou, Jet Reno and Picard's vineyard staff, the duo dare to determine which pop-in players most deserve their place in the pantheon. Right-click to download.Check out the full list here.Read more »
Sunday Mar 07, 2021
Sunday Mar 07, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton frantically flip through their font guides while determining Trek's most impactful and memorable episode and film titles. From classic sci-fi pulp homages (Corbomite Maneuver), to flashy exercises in Latin (Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum) and pop-culture references (In the Pale Moonlight), the duo break down exactly what separates a homerun title from an awkward and forgettable one. Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Feb 28, 2021
Sunday Feb 28, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Scott Hardy of the SpyHards Podcast, embrace the very worst of Star Trek as they draft the most punishingly terrible season imaginable. From a spirited game of Allamaraine, to weeping super-powered children and Picard pushing a French accent past the warp 10 barrier, the trio make countless tough calls on the path to potentially decimating the franchise forever. Right-click to download.Check out the full list here.Read more »
Sunday Feb 21, 2021
Sunday Feb 21, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton deeply disappoint Captain Picard while discussing the major Trek players who refused the call of Starfleet. From Wesley's change of heart in TNG's final season, to Seven's stint with the Fenris Rangers and Jake Sisko's preference for journalism, the duo explore the character-driven reasons for why a Starfleet career may not be for everybody. Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Feb 14, 2021
Sunday Feb 14, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton construct rudimentary cannons while revisiting both the original Star Trek and The Animated Series and then ranking the five seasons in worst-to-best order. With countless classic episodes, including Arena, The Enterprise Incident and Yesteryear, popping up throughout both shows' runs, crowning a winner will be no easy task. Then, as an added bonus, Tyler sits down with his girlfriend Rose to hear about her recent experience watching TOS for the first time. Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Feb 07, 2021
Sunday Feb 07, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton roll around in the mud while underlining why apocalyptic events aren't required to establish compelling stakes in Trek. From Picard's fraught reunion with his brother, to Jake and Nog's baseball card hunt and Carbon Creek's Vulcan visitors, the duo reveal the smaller character-driven stories and moments that earned their emotional investment. Right-click to download. Read more »
Sunday Jan 31, 2021
Sunday Jan 31, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton admire their new golem bodies while determining whether Picard is a show that improves with rapid viewing, or depends on weekly consumption for full effect. Over the course of a spirited hour, the duo reveal their updated thoughts on the new series, break down each individual episode and rank this inaugural run against Discovery's first three seasons. Enjoy!Also, make sure to watch Ché Fox's response to Subspace's character rankings!Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Jan 24, 2021
Sunday Jan 24, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Scott Hardy of the SpyHards Podcast, embark on a daring mission to draft the ideal season of Trek. With 700+ hours of content to choose from, and only 27 episode slots, it is certainly no easy task! So tune in as the trio battle to make the right calls while facing down a barrage of extraordinarily grueling choices. Right-click to download.Check out the full list here.Read more »
Sunday Jan 17, 2021
Sunday Jan 17, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton angrily veto one another while compiling their definitive ranked list of every single main character from Trek's many TV incarnations. From all-time titans like Kirk, Janeway and Picard, to fresh-faced newcomers such as Burnham, Soji and Boimler, the duo embark on perhaps their most challenging podcast mission yet!Right-click to download.Check out the full list here.Read more »
Sunday Jan 10, 2021
Sunday Jan 10, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton take a wild and wacky turbolift ride while wrapping up Discovery's third season with the eventful finale, That Hope Is You, Part 2! From Burnham's big career move, to the Emerald Chain's fate and those brand new uniforms, the duo delve into all the answers and lingering questions packed into this story arc's action-filled conclusion. Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Jan 03, 2021
Sunday Jan 03, 2021
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton toss their apples in the garbage while breaking down the two latest episodes of Star Trek: Discovery, Su'Kal and There Is a Tide... From the unlikely source of the Burn, to Osyraa's scheme and Tilly's first stint in the big chair, the duo explore all the major 32nd century happenings. Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Dec 27, 2020
Sunday Dec 27, 2020
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton clink glasses in celebration as they look back at the fun and memorable year of podcasting that transpired in the otherwise dreadful 2020. In addition to their favourite moments and most humiliating botched takes, the duo reflect on Picard, Lower Decks and Discovery S3, and discuss the uncertain future of Star Trek conventions. Have a safe and happy holiday everyone, and all the best in 2021!Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Dec 20, 2020
Sunday Dec 20, 2020
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton chase fireflies through the fields while analyzing the endgame of Georgiou's return to the Mirror Universe in Terra Firma, Part 2! From a major tearful exit, to Mirror Burnham's fate and a certain omnipotent cosmic gateway, the duo cover all the big conversation points. Then, special guest Barry Link beams in to talk Discovery and reveal the worst episode in the franchise's history, and the CamdaLinkOrton Report breaks down the season finale of The Mandalorian, The Rescue.Right-click to download.Read more »
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton hurl exercise axes (axercise?) at each other while returning to the Mirror Universe for Terra Firma, Part 1! From Georgiou's intriguing evolution, to Kelvinverse crossovers and Carl the magical door man, the duo reflect upon all the big developments from Discovery's latest hour. Then, special guest Dale De Ruiter of the Outrage Factory podcast swings by to talk about this season, as well as Lower Decks, Picard and a whole lot of Elnor, and the CamDaleOrton Report weighs in on chapter 15 of The Mandalorian, The Believer. Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Dec 06, 2020
Sunday Dec 06, 2020
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton swat away sea locusts while delving a little deeper into Book's backstory with The Sanctuary. From Saru's potential catchphrases, to the arrival of Osyraa and Detmer's blaze of glory, the duo break it all down. Then, special guest Vicki Siu serves up hot takes on Disco, Picard and Lower Decks, and the CamdalOrton Report tangles with chapter 14 of The Mandalorian, The Tragedy.Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Nov 29, 2020
Sunday Nov 29, 2020
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton obsessively ponder the source of the Burn while delving into Discovery's eventful latest episode, Unification III. From the current state of the Vulcans and Romulans, to the return of Burnham's time-travelling mom and Tilly's surprise promotion, the duo have plenty to debate! Then, special guest Scott Hardy of the SpyHards Podcast joins the party to chat about Disco s3, Lower Decks and Picard. And finally, the CamdalOrton Report weighs in on chapter 13 of The Mandalorian, The Jedi.Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Nov 22, 2020
Sunday Nov 22, 2020
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton dig through bins of antique Starfleet merch while breaking down the latest episode of Discovery, Scavengers. From Burnham's rogue mission, to the ship's 32nd century upgrade and a potential Trek villain super-team, the duo have you covered. Then, special guest Steph Herman shuttles in to talk Discovery, Picard, Lower Decks and this week's chapter of The Mandalorian, The Siege.Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Nov 15, 2020
Sunday Nov 15, 2020
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton salute the USS Nog while encountering the remnants of the Federation in Discovery's latest hour, Die Trying. From our first glimpses of the new Starfleet HQ, to Nhan's arc and David Cronenberg's mysterious character, the duo have no shortage of exciting material to scrutinize. Then, special guest Janine Smith beams in with her thoughts on both the episode and the season thus far, and the CamdalOrton Report breaks down chapter 11 of The Mandalorian, The Heiress.Also, make sure to check out Ché Fox's Deep Space Nine sitcom parody!Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Nov 08, 2020
Sunday Nov 08, 2020
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton take a break from cackling like maniacs at silent movies in order to break down Discovery's momentous new episode, Forget Me Not! From the return of the Trill, to Adira's revelations and Saru's awkward haiku-filled crew dinner, the duo cover all of this week's major events. Plus, the CamdalOrton Report debate the latest episode of The Mandalorian, The Passenger.Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Nov 01, 2020
Sunday Nov 01, 2020
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton snack on eternal cake while analyzing Discovery's latest hour, People of Earth. From the state of our home planet in the 32nd century, to Burnham's one year evolution and symbiont-carrying newcomer Adira, the duo break it all down. Then special guest Carmin Carotenuto of the Adventure.exe podcast beams in with his thoughts on season 3, as well as Lower Decks and Picard. And, if that wasn't enough, the CamdalOrton report returns with a review of The Mandalorian's second season premiere, Marshal.Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Oct 25, 2020
Sunday Oct 25, 2020
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton strap on their spurs for the western-flavored second episode of Discovery latest season, Far from Home. From the much-anticipated return of our crew, to Detmer's questionable medical care and the current state of Stamets and Culber, the duo weigh in on all the latest 32nd century happenings! Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Oct 18, 2020
Sunday Oct 18, 2020
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton crash land in the year 3188 with Michael Burnham for Discovery's third season premiere, That Hope Is You, Part 1! From the show's new creative direction, to the introduction of Book and the aesthetics and world-building of 32nd century Trek, the duo tackle all the key talking points. Plus, the hosts finalize their inaugural run on Lower Decks by ranking the first 10 episodes! Right-click to download.Read more »
Sunday Oct 11, 2020
Sunday Oct 11, 2020
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton light up their Spock helmet alarms while breaking down Lower Decks' eventful first season finale, No Small Parts. From the return of the Pakleds and exocomp, to the awesome appearance of the USS Titan and surprising crew shakeups, the duo reach the end of their inaugural mission with Mariner & Boimler and friends. Plus, the hosts react to the shocking addition of Captain Janeway to Star Trek: Prodigy! Right-click to download.Read more »