In today's podcast, Dana and Dan discuss the Voyager episode "Flashback" featuring none other than Captain Sulu himself.  The guys talk about how Tuvok drops (throws?) a girl from a cliff, what gaseous anomalies are made of, and how both Neelix and Kes are super annoying. And of course, there is a lot of rambling!   Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also find us on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter.  You can also call the Damnit Jim...

In this encore episode, Dan and Dana discuss "The Tholian Web." The Enterprise ends up in fractured space where two universes are overlapping. There's a whole bunch of dead crewmen on the Defiant and we get to see the rather unique space suits that Kirk and the gang wear. This is all before the Tholians show up and cause more problems as Kirk is, literally, lost in space. And then there is the discussion of Nurse Chapele's "pointedness!"   We'd love to hear from you! Call the Damnit Jim...

In this encore episode Dan and Dana discuss the final episode of the original series, "Turnabout Intruder." The guys talk about Shatner's acting (the good and the over-the-top) as well as Spock's stoic stance and McCoy's insistence that Kirk keeps his shirt off. Plus, Dan and Dana receive the coolest gift ever from a long-time listener.   Make sure to visit our sponsor, NorthShore Adult Diapers. Get $10 off your first order of over $50 by entering the code "Kirk" at checkout. Stay confident...

In this encore episode Dan and Dana discuss "Plato's Stepchildren." The guys talk about the strange beings the crew encounters with telekinetic powers and how their society is modeled on ancient Greece. They also discuss what this episode is most known for -- the purported "first interracial kiss" on television. There is also a clip of William Shatner singing "Hey Mr. Tambourine Man." You don't want to miss that! We'd love to hear from you! Call the Damnit Jim Hotline at 509-676-6298. Leave...

In today's podcast, Dana and Dan discuss The Next Generation episode "Relics" featuring none other than Montgomery Scott himself.  The guys explain what a Dyson Sphere is, struggle with the concept of circumference, and talk about their favorite schmear for a bagel. And of course, there is a lot of rambling!   Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also find us on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter.  You can also call the Damnit Jim Hotline at...

In today's podcast, Dana and Dan discuss what beer, food, and other beverages they would pair with characters from the original series. So grab yourself a beer and listen along. But not if you're driving. Well, you can listen while you are driving but save the beer for when you get home!   Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also find us on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter.  You can also call the Damnit Jim Hotline at...

In today's podcast, Dana and Dan discuss the Deep Space Nine episode "Trials and Tribble-ations."  The guys talk about how characters from the original series interact with those from Deep Space Nine. The guys also talk about time travel and Tribble poop.   If you are able, please donate to Hurricane Helene relief at https://www.redcross.org/donate/dr/hurricane-helene.html/   Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also find us on YouTube,...

In today's podcast, Dana and Dan discuss the movie "Star Trek: Generations."  The guys talk about how two great Enterprise captains must team up to save humanity...or something. The wonder how this thing called the Nexus works, and talk about the various ways in which Data is annoying. There is, of course, rambling and Dan breaks out his best accent ever, Mr. Frenchman.   Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to [email protected]. You can also find us on YouTube,...

In encore episode, Dana and Dan discuss "The Deadly Years."  The guys talk about how all members of a landing party are rapidly aging except for Chekov, wonder why McCoy's hair gets ridiculously long as he gets old, ponder how a Starfleet Commodore can be such a horrible leader, and try to figure out what the tall glass cylinder in sickbay is. And then there is the discussion of how many sphincters are in the human body.   Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to...

In this encore episode, Dana and Dan discuss "The Squire of Gothos." They talk about how General Trelane (retired), the Squire of Gothos, captures the crew of the Enterprise and subjects Captain Kirk to his most dangerous game.  The guys also discuss whether star deserts are real, the alleged secret ingredient of Jägermeister, whether or not our listeners will need to do Jäger shots just to get through this episode, and how Star Trek is linked to the town of Riverside, Iowa. And then there is...

In this encore episode, Dana and Dan discuss "The Trouble with Tribbles."  The guys are excited about the first-ever call to the Damnit Jim Hotline. Dana and Dan also wonder why Klingons hate Tribbles, share stories about the Playboy corporation, and ask why Deep Space Station K-7 still has its Christmas decorations on display.   Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to [email protected] and find us on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. And make sure to leave a...

In this encore episode, Dan and Dana discuss "The Elaan of Troyius." The guys talk about how Kirk falls for another alien woman, Scotty's doom-and-gloom pronouncements, and what might be the worst-acted scene in all of the original series. The Ramble Jar makes an appearance as Dana and Dan talk about cicadas and airplane toilets. And then there is the emergency call to a popcorn addiction hotline! We'd love to hear from you! Call the Damnit Jim Hotline at 509-676-6298. Leave your best...

In this encore episode, Dana and Dan discuss the episode "Bread and Circuses." What can you say about a show featuring Roman Centurions with machine guns and TV shows with battles to the death? Kirk, Spock, and McCoy once again try to make sure they don't break the Prime Directive, but can they resist? There's action, humor, and, believe it or not, Kirk meets a girl. And a lot of talk about popcorn...   Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to [email protected] and...

This week Dana and Dan discuss the sixth and final film in the Original Series franchise, The Undiscovered Country. The guys talk how Kirk and crew are forced to escort a Klingon ambassador to a peace conference, and try to solve the mystery of who does not want peace between the Federation and the Klingon Empire. There is plenty of rambling and humor, as well as an announcement about what is next up for the podcast.   Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to...

In this encore episode, Dana and Dan discuss the first episode of Season 3, "Spock's Brain." The guys wonder how this episode ever got made. They have a lot of fun talking about the bad dialogue, ridiculous premise, weak characters, and overall poor writing. They also introduce a new count for Season 3.   We'd love to hear from you! Call the Damnit Jim Hotline at 509-676-6298. We may even put you on the podcast if we like what you have to say.   Please send your comments, questions, and...

This week Dana and Dan discuss the fifth film in the franchise, The Final Frontier. The guys talk about how a Vulcan commandeers the ship and takes the crew on a trip to the edge of the galaxy in search of the answer to all of life's questions. They also wonder how this film ever got made, and question why they even watched it. And then there is a discussion on whether they can get some plane crash survivors to appear on the podcast.   Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to...

This week Dana and Dan discuss the fourth film in the franchise, The Voyage Home. The guys talk about a strange alien craft that is wreaking havoc on Earth, and how they must travel back in time to save the planet. There is also rambling about the Wright Brothers, whale testicle beer, and borscht. And Dana explains the physics of time travel in a way even Dan can understand!   Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to [email protected] and find us...

This week Dana and Dan discuss the third film in the franchise, Star Trek III: The Search for Spock. The guys talk about how Kirk is on a mission to find Spock, while the Klingons try to steal the secret of the Genesis device. Dana and Dan also talk about how the entire crew plays a larger role in this move.   And, of course, there is rambling about who invented Parker rolls, whether zero is a number, and bad music from the 80s.   Please send your comments, questions, and suggestions to...

This week Dana and Dan discuss the second film in the franchise, Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. The guys talk about how the crew deals with aging and death, the return of an arch villain, and how Kirk and Spock risk everything for each other. Dana and Dan also teach listeners how to speak a little Russian, and they ramble about pop tarts (again), Dan's fear of getting a laser near his eyes, and ants.   Make sure to visit our sponsor, NorthShore Adult Diapers. Get $10 off your first order...

This week Dan and Dana discuss the first of the original series movies, "Star Trek: The Motion Picture." The guys talk about their excitement when they first saw the film in theaters in 1979, and how amazing it was to see all the main characters back together again. And, of course, there is rambling... about pizza, Roomba robot vacuums, and oaths of celibacy.   Make sure to visit our sponsor, NorthShore Adult Diapers. Get $10 off your first order of over $50 by entering the code "Kirk" at...

This week Dan and Dana take a deep dive into what worked and what didn't with Star Trek: The Original Series over its 3 year run. We also take time to thank everyone who supported us over the last couple of years as we went episode by episode through this fantastic series we all love.   Make sure to visit our sponsor, NorthShore Adult Diapers. Get $10 off your first order of over $50 by entering the code "Kirk" at checkout. Stay confident and dry with NorthShore. Go to NorthShore.com...

In this encore episode, the guys discuss the "The Omega Glory." Dan and Dana talk about how the landing party from the Enterprise finds itself in the middle of a war between the Yangs and the Comms. They also wonder if Kirk will violate the Prime Directive (again), and try to figure out if there is a powerful Gravediggers union on the planet. And then there is all that talk about fried chicken.   Make sure to visit our sponsor, NorthShore Adult Diapers. Get $10 off your first order of over...

This week Dan and Dana discuss what might be one of the best episodes of season 3, "All Our Yesterdays." The guys discuss the concept of a library that can send people into the past, the pick-pocket who (or is it "whom") Dan can't understand a word she says, and Spock getting angry at McCoy.   Make sure to visit our sponsor, NorthShore Adult Diapers. Get $10 off your first order of over $50 by entering the code "Kirk" at checkout. Stay confident and dry with NorthShore. Go to NorthShore.com...

This week Dana and Dan discuss "The Savage Curtain." Kirk and Spock meet their heroes thanks to a talking rock who pits them against some serious baddies. The Enterprise is put in peril and Kirk and company must win to save the ship and their lives! Make sure to visit our sponsor, NorthShore Adult Diapers. Get $10 off your first order of over $50 by entering the code "Kirk" at checkout. Stay confident and dry with NorthShore. Go to NorthShore.com today. Please send your comments,...