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Subspace Transmissions: A Star Trek Podcast

by Cam Smith & Tyler Orton · English · Arts & Books

Tackling the best, worst, weirdest, wildest and everything in-between that Trek has to offer.

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 57 min
Latest: 11 Oct 2026
Language: English

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11 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 5 minNew

Ranking Star Trek's Security Officers (#600)

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton demand to launch photon torpedoes while creating the definitive ranked list of security officers. From classic icons like Worf, Tuvok and Odo, to new additions La'an, Nhan and Shaxs, the duo weigh the pros and cons and determine who scores first place in this high-pressure field. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]!Related Podcast Episodes:Ranking Star Trek's…

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5 Oct 2026 · 43 min
TNG's "Timescape" (#599) - How to Write a High-Concept Time Travel Story!
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton reach for rotten fruit while revisiting the classic TNG season 6 episode Timescape. From its clever high-concept storytelling, to unhinged Picard and lots of frozen acting, the duo break it all down. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Space Madness! Trek Does Time Travel Join us next time as we rank the security officers!
28 Sep 2026 · 57 min
Strange New Worlds: "Tomorrow's Enterprise" (#598)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton namedrop Gary Mitchell while closing out Strange New Worlds' fourth season with the finale episode Tomorrow's Enterprise. From two Uhuras, to Scotty romance and Pike's shrinking screentime, the duo weigh in. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Strange New Worlds: "Quality of Mercy" TNG: "Yesterday's Enterprise" commentary Trek Does…
21 Sep 2026 · 42 min
Strange New Worlds: "Once La'an a Time" (#597)
*Updated due to an incorrect audio mix. Apologies! Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton transform into werewolves while breaking down Strange New Worlds' penultimate S4 episode, Once La'an a Time. From La'an's emotional arc, to fantasy hijinx and Pelia's possible farewell, the duo cover it all. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Strange New Worlds: "The Elysian Kingdom"…
14 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 13 min
Strange New Worlds: "Like Chronitons Through the Hourglass" + "Orders of Magnitude" (#596)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton dramatically stare off into the distance while tackling Strange New Worlds' latest two episodes, Like Chronitons Through the Hourglass and Orders of Magnitude. From Pike's catharsis, to a new bad Admiral and La'an's future, the duo break it all down. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Strange New Worlds: "Charades" Strange New Worlds:…
31 Aug 2026 · 53 min
Strange New Worlds: "Off-Hour" (#595)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get lost in Pelia's quarters while weighing in on Strange New Worlds' latest episode, Off-Hour. From the long-anticipated return of Dr. Boyce, to M'Benga's future on the Enterprise and Scotty's evolution, the duo cover it all. Plus, Tyler provides a Star Trek: Scouts update. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: TOS: "The Menagerie" Join…
24 Aug 2026 · 50 min
Strange New Worlds: "Level-Five Transporter Accident" (#594)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton hide inside an over-sized trenchcoat while breaking down Strange New Worlds' much-anticipated puppet episode, Level-Five Transporter Accident. From Spock and La'an's break-up, to T'Pring's astonishing patience and Pelia's puppet design, the duo cover it all. Plus, Tyler reviews the debut episode of Lanterns. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast…
17 Aug 2026 · 50 min
Strange New Worlds: "Human Best Friend" + "A Case of Chiaroscuro" (#593)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get face tattoos while tackling Strange New Worlds' latest two episodes, Human Best Friend and A Case of Chiaroscuro. From vacation planet hijinx, to Una's secret mission and the return of Kor, the duo weigh in. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: SNW: "The Elysian Kingdom" Characters in Costume! When Star Trek Does Comedy! Star Trek…
3 Aug 2026 · 52 min
Strange New Worlds: "The Griffin Incident" (#592)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton serve up some finger food while reviewing Strange New Worlds' latest episode, The Griffin Incident. From Spock's ears, to Kirk's fatherhood struggles and the mysterious new organization Division 12, the duo break it all down. Plus, the hosts give their thoughts on Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Can Star…
27 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Strange New Worlds: "Valles Marineris" (#591)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton punch out raptors while reviewing Strange New Worlds' fourth season premiere, Valles Marineris. From dinosaurs, to Martian invaders and time travel conundrums, the duo break it all down. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: SNW: "Hegemony, Part II" + "Wedding Bell Blues" SNW: "New Life and New Civilizations" Trek Does Time Travel…
20 Jul 2026 · 38 min
Where Does Strange New Worlds Go from Here? (#590)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton finally give up their search for Gamble's eyes while debating how exactly Strange New Worlds can recover from its middling third season. Whether it's character relationships, space action or puppet hijinx, the duo break down how best to right this once compelling ship. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: SNW: "A Space Adventure Hour"…
13 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 9 min
Why Trek Won't Go Back to "The Man Trap" (#589)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton develop a hankering for salt while charting the evolution of Trek and TV storytelling 60 years after TOS's debut episode, The Man Trap, first aired. From the fine art of crafting series premieres, to increases in competing sci-fi fare and changing audience viewing habits and interests, the duo honour a television milestone and also highlight why there's no going back. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or…
28 Jun 2026 · 54 min
Sickbay Vibes Check (#588)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton show symptoms of the Rigelian fever while analyzing the professional strengths and weaknesses of each Star Trek doctor. From curmudgeonly Bones McCoy, to genetically enhanced Julian Bashir and Lower Decks' unconventional feline healer T'Ana, the duo crunch the data and determine who ranks the highest. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast…
22 Jun 2026 · 56 min
Does Star Trek's 60th Feel Like a Celebration? (#587)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton serve up some tossed salad and scrambled eggs while asking themselves just how celebratory Trek's 60th anniversary year currently feels? From Paramount's lukewarm enthusiasm, to creative shakeups behind the scenes and the franchise's success at drawing new fans, the duo examine why Star Trek is in such a weird place right now. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to…
15 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 9 min
The Current State of Trek 2026 (#586)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton hit the gym and get back into Caleb Mir shape while debating the current health level of the Star Trek franchise! From Strange New Worlds' impending fourth season, to the disappointing fate of Starfleet Academy and Paramount's mysterious new film project, the duo debate just how bold and bright the future seems. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related…
8 Jun 2026 · 58 min
VOY: "Deadlock" - Did the Reset Button Hurt Voyager? (#585)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get their organs harvested while breaking down the storytelling in the classic Voyager episode Deadlock. From Janeway's tense meeting with herself, to Harry Kim's handwaved death and the dramatic birth of Naomi Wildman, the duo highlight what works and what doesn't! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: VOY: "Dark Frontier" VOY: "Year of…
28 May 2026 · 59 min
Curse of the Trek Nepo Babies! (#584)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton slide into a seat next to Captain Seven while determining which young Trek characters cashed in on their famous names the most in order to succeed. From Wesley's easy access to the Enterprise's bridge and technology, to Mariner's chaotic journey of self-discovery aboard the Ceritos and Jack Crusher Jr.'s rapid promotion, the duo debate who handled their privilege the best. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or…
14 May 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
Star Trek's Most Lucrative Side Hustles (#583)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton sell their stock in Chateau Picard while debating which Trek characters could profit most from their hobbies. From Riker's trombone skills, to Saru's green thumb and Uhura's angelic voice, the duo debate which icon has the best post-Starfleet backup plan. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Best and Worst Musical Moments DSC: "An Obol…
30 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
Starfleet's Dumbest Decisions (#582)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton accidentally decimate all of their ships while citing their favourite examples of bad Starfleet decision-making. From the Battle of Wolf 359, to Section 31's Changeling virus and Picard's synth ban, the duo debate which errors in judgment produced the biggest facepalms. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Starfleet's Worst Employee…
22 Apr 2026 · 58 min
Building the Riker Hall of Fame (#581)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton throw a trombone party while creating the ultimate Top 10 list of William Riker stories. From towering faves like Best of Both Worlds and The Pegasus, to more obscure entries such as The Icarus Factor or The Outcast, the duo analyze every essential episode on their journey to assembling the Riker Hall of Fame. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast…
9 Apr 2026 · 52 min
DS9's "Body Parts" - Quark's Most Underrated Story? (#580)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton drown their sorrows with slug juice while revisiting the classic Deep Space Nine Quark story Body Parts. From Liquidator Brunt's antagonism, to the Ferengi afterlife and Kira's surprise pregnancy, the duo break down why this episode warrants more love. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Star Trek's Biggest What Ifs The Evolution of…
2 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
What is Star Trek Beyond's Legacy? (#579)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton rock out to classical music while revisiting Star Trek Beyond for its 10th anniversary and pondering the 2016 movie's frustrating place in franchise canon. From Idris Elba's mysterious baddie, to the big action set-pieces and the film's unplanned status as Kelvinverse finale, the duo break it all down! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast…
26 Mar 2026 · 55 min
Ranking nuTrek's First Seasons (#578)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton play their magical ocarinas while ranking every debut season of modern Star Trek. From Discovery's rocky launch, to Prodigy's surprising early confidence and Starfleet Academy's polarizing inaugural semester, the duo weigh in! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Rediscovering Discovery S1... on Blu-ray! Is Star Trek: Picard Meant to Be…
16 Mar 2026 · 59 min
Starfleet Academy: "Rubincon" (#577)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton discover glue in their shoes while tackling the first season finale of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, Rubincon. From Braka's comeuppance, to Reno's command skills and the culmination of Caleb's journey, the duo break it all down! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: DSC: "There is a Tide" Join us next time as we return for more…
9 Mar 2026 · 48 min
Starfleet Academy: "300th Night" (#576)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton wander around a generic alien black market while tackling the penultimate episode of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy's first season, 300th Night. From Caleb's reunion with his mom, to Braka's plan and school year's end, the duo weigh in! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Star Trek III: The Search for Spock Star Trek Mothers Gone Amok!…
2 Mar 2026 · 53 min
Starfleet Academy: "The Life of the Stars" (#575)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton read the Coles Notes for Our Town while exploring the eighth episode of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, The Life of the Stars. From the dramatic return of Tilly to SAM's shutdown and the Doctor's secret trauma, the duo cover all the hot topics! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: DSC: "Far from Home" The Best Voyager Episodes Join us…
24 Feb 2026 · 55 min
Starfleet Academy: "Ko'Zeine" (#574)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton stick their hands in toxic goo while breaking down the seventh episode of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, Ko'Zeine. From Khionian wedding rituals and Darem's character growth, to Caleb and Genesis bonding time, the duo cover it all! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Fixing the Pon Farr Problem Lower Decks: "Where Pleasant Fountains…
12 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
Starfleet Academy: "Come, Let's Away" (#573)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton unpack their sexy problems while reviewing the sixth episode of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, Come, Let's Away. From Nus Braka's return, to scary new aliens and Tarima's superpowers, the duo cover it all! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: The Wacky Course-Correcting of Harry Mudd Discovery: "An Obol for Charon" Join us next time as…
5 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 9 min
Starfleet Academy: "Series Acclimation Mil" (#572)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton soulfully play their theremins while breaking down the fifth episode of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, Series Acclimation Mil. From SAM's obsession with the fate of Sisko, to surprise legacy character returns and the sacred ritual of the Kometa fish, the duo weigh in! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: Building the Sisko Hall of Fame…
29 Jan 2026 · 51 min
Starfleet Academy: "Vox in Excelso" (#571)
Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton struggle to pronounce the name Kahless while breaking down the fourth episode of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, Vox in Excelso. From Kraag and the current state of the Klingons, to Lura Thok's mentoring skills and Reymi's meditation routine, the duo tackle all the hot topics! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to [email protected]! Related Podcast Episodes: The Evolution of the…

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Tackling the best, worst, weirdest, wildest and everything in-between that Trek has to offer.

Subspace Transmissions: A Star Trek Podcast is a English arts & books podcast from Cam Smith & Tyler Orton. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Cam Smith & Tyler Orton
Language: English
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New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 57 min
Latest episode: 11 Oct 2026
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