Subspace Transmissions: A Star Trek Podcast

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton are going where their hearts will take them this week as they revisit and rank Enterprise's four seasons! From the promising launch of the NX-01, to the Xindi War and mini-arc filled final year, the show seemed to be in a constant state of evolution. So tune in, grab a bag of movie night popcorn, and discover precisely when Archer, T'Pol and crew reached their pinnacle. Right-click to download.Read more »

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Waylon Snedker, game developer of Odd Realm, don giant chess piece costumes and explore what worked and what didn't in the inaugural season of Trek's first animated comedy. In addition to tackling characters, in-jokes and S2 teases, they also review the special features on the new Blu-ray release. Right-click to download.Read more »

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton, along with special guest Patrick Johnston, sail down the river Temarc in order to engage with one of TNG's most popular and acclaimed episodes, Darmok. What makes this hour of television so special? Does it still hold up? And how do we feel about the Picardigan? Plus, the trio discuss Prodigy news and the latest Star Trek: Picard teaser!Right-click to download.Read more »

 Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton demand jazz music on the bridge while gauging the current health level of the Star Trek franchise. From second seasons of Lower Decks and Picard, to new upcoming shows and the rebirth of the fan convention scene, the duo gaze into their crystal balls and ponder what the future may hold.Right-click to download.Read more »

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton stage an impromptu trombone recital in honour of Mr. Jonathan Frakes as they debate whether he's become Trek's top representative! From his iconic work as William T. Riker, to film and series directing gigs and memorable convention appearances, the duo analyze all the wonderful contributions Frakes has made to the franchise and determine why he's a worthy candidate for the job. Right-click to download.Read more »

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton set their sights on home while attempting the impossible task of compiling the definitive ranked list of Voyager seasons. From the early days of Kes and the medical bay-confined Doctor, to the arrival of the Borg and controversial journey's end, there's no shortage of milestones to consider. So set your holodecks to Chez Sandrine, relax and enjoy! Right-click to download.Check out the full list here.Read more »

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton push their positronic brains to the max while tackling some of the franchise's most enduring philosophical conundrums. From the constitution of Golem Picard, to Lore's android rights and the moral complexities of holodeck fantasies, the duo attempt to resolve the many questions that have kept them up at night.  Right-click to download.Read more »

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton yearn for the spotlight as they reveal their favourite under-used Trek players. From TNG season 2 pop-in doctor Katherine Pulaski, to Saurian scientist Linus and botanist, teacher and wife Keiko O'Brien, the duo both highlight why these characters deserved more screen-time and brainstorm the perfect showcase episodes for them.Right-click to download.Read more »

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton plot the untimely destruction of Starfleet while compiling their definitive ranked list of Star Trek antagonists. From legendary adversaries like Khan, Dukat and the Borg Queen, to underrated trouble-makers such as Silik, Seska and Inspector Kashyk, the duo strive to pick only the best bad apples from the bunch.  Right-click to download.Check out the full ranked Baddies list here.Read more »

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 »

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 »

                                 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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »