The Nth Degree, TNG S4 E19 Review, The Battle Bridge
After an encounter with a mysterious alien probe, Lieutenant Barclay begins to exhibit signs of profound intelligence, ultimately hooking himself into the ship’s computer and hurling the Enterprise into apparent danger. Today James and Lou discuss (Episode Name) and what we think of it, with tonight’s guest host Marc Stamper. Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by Dennis McCarthy and composed by Gerry Goldsmith...
Upper Pylon 2 – 4 x 07: Little Green Men
This week on UP2, we celebrate the holiday season by going back to 1947 Roswell for some Ferengi hijinks in “Little Green Men.” While en route to drop Nog off at Starfleet Academy, an accident causes Quark, Rom, Nog and Odo to travel through time to 1947 Roswell, New Mexico. Confined to a military base, Quark sees the primitive humans as prime targets for profit, but he finds himself in over his head. This was a fun...
Identity Crisis, TNG S4 E18 Review, The Battle Bridge
La Forge and a former shipmate are the only officers left from an away mission five years ago. The others have transformed into aliens and disappeared. Today James and Lou discuss (Identity Crisis) and what we think of it, with tonight’s guest host Simon Foster. Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by Dennis McCarthy and composed by Gerry Goldsmith and Alexander Courage You can download the MP3 version of this show by...
Night Terrors, TNG S4 E17 Review, The Battle Bridge
The Enterprise crew is affected when they are adrift in a remote area of space, and find themselves unable to dream. Today James and Lou discuss (Night Terrors) and what we think of it, with tonight’s guest host Colin Higgins. Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by Dennis McCarthy and composed by Gerry Goldsmith and Alexander Courage You can download the MP3 version of this show by clicking here. (might have to right...
Upper Pylon 2 – 4 x 04: Indiscretion
This week on UP2, the crew takes a look at “Indiscretion,” an episode of DS9 that begins a lot of new arcs here in Season 4. When Kira learns that a missing Cardassian ship that was carrying Bajoran prisoners from the occupation may have been found, she leads a rescue mission. However, Gul Dukat accompanies her, with his own personal score to settle with someone on that missing ship. Meanwhile, Kasidy Yates considers...
Upper Pylon 2 – 4 x 03: Hippocratic Oath
Happy Thanksgiving to you American listeners! Grab a plate and join the UP2 crew as they take a look at the medical dilemma episode “Hippocratic Oath.” Dr. Bashir and Chief O’Brien are stranded on a planet with a team of Jem’Hadar. However, their leader may hold the key to changing the Jem’Hadar forever, and Bashir is faced with an enormous moral dilemma. Meanwhile, Worf finds adjusting to life on the...
Galaxy’s Child, TNG S4 E16 Review, The Battle Bridge
La Forge finds out that a scientist is hardly what he imagined her to be. Meanwhile, they must work together to save the child of a space-borne alien the Enterprise has accidentally killed. Today James and Lou discuss (Episode Name) and what we think of it, with tonight’s guest host Krys, AKA Keiran McDuff. Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by Dennis McCarthy and composed by Gerry Goldsmith and Alexander Courage...
First Contact, TNG S4 E15 Review, The Battle Bridge
An injury to Commander Riker during a reconnaissance mission threatens the prospects for first contact with a culture on the verge of warp travel. Today James and Lou discuss (First Contact) and what we think of it, with tonight’s guest hosts Marc Stamper and Data Logan . Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by Dennis McCarthy and composed by Gerry Goldsmith and Alexander Courage You can download the MP3 version of...
Upper Pylon 2 – UPee Awards Season 3
It’s that time again listeners! With the season finale of Season 3 behind us, we now look back to the season that was with our 3rd Seasonal UPee Awards! Sadly, Captain Melissa was stuck on cargo bay duty, but join Admiral Hansen, Commander Smonskey, Chief Medical Officer Blair and Ensign Chris as they present the awards for Season 3. And stay tuned for a special announcement regarding feedback! What were your favorite moments...
Upper Pylon 2 – 3 x 26: The Adversary
This week on UP2, special guest Jason Rogers (aka TheScarletPhantom) joins the UP2 crew as we bid a fond farewell to DS9 Season 3 with “The Adversary”. The newly-promoted Captain Sisko and the Defiant are sent on an urgent mission to prevent a war with a Tzenkethi. But a certain stowaway wreaks havoc for the crew, and his presence could change the dynamics of the Alpha Quadrant forever. What do you think of the Season 3...