Podcasts by Snap Trek

”A Piece of the Action” vs. ”All the World’s a Stage” from 2023-06-26T10:55:15

Join us for a couple of second contact missions as we try to clean up the messes left long ago by the first contacts. We'll cut you in as we compare TOS's "A Piece of the Action" and Prodigy's "...

Episode 54: ”Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan” vs. ”Star Trek Into Darkness” from 2023-03-20T10:42:12

What's better than a movie about Kirk and Spock facing off against a megalomaniac superhuman? TWO movies about Kirk and Spock facing off against a megalomaniac superhuman. It's a "Khannnnnnn!" f...

Episode 53: ”Clues” vs. ”Unforgettable” from 2023-03-07T12:15:14

We've lost some time, I think! Help us fill in the missing details and bring back our missing memories as we compare TNG's "Clues" and Voyager's "Unforgettable".

Episode 52: ”Data’s Day” vs. ”Dear Doctor” from 2022-09-14T04:31:28

Dear Star Trek Fans,

We hope this episode finds you well. You've got mail, and so do two of our alien crewmates. Join us as we share our inner monologues as we compare TNG's "Data's Day" ...

Episode 51: ”Tribunal vs. Judgment” from 2022-08-29T10:30:11

Defense, call your first witness! Ross and Jenn defend two episodes where our heroes are unjustly accused and tried in outrageous alien courts. Find out if justice prevails as we compare Deep Sp...

Episode 50: ”Cause and Effect” vs. ”Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad” from 2022-06-13T03:55:53

SnapTrek is caught in a temporal causality loop as we have a rematch between TNG's "Cause and Effect" and Discovery's "Magic to Make the Sanest Mad Go Mad". Will this go around be enough for us ...

Episode 49: ”Star Trek: The Motion Picture” vs. ”Ask Not” from 2022-04-25T02:29:27

We're going for both a marathon and a sprint in this episode. Join us as we discuss the long and the short of it with both the longest episode of Star Trek, "Star Trek: The Motion Picture", and ...

Episode 48: ”Shadow Play” vs. ”Oasis” from 2022-02-28T03:14:39

SnapTrek is back! Or is it just holographic versions of us? Let's fix our optronic relays and find out as we compare Deep Space Nine's "Shadow Play" and Enterprise's "Oasis".

Episode 47: Cowboy Crossover Capers (with 10 Backward) from 2022-01-07T18:15:45

Howdy!  We reckoned a discussion of all of Trek's cowboy adventures warranted a special posse, so we partnered up with the good folks over at 10 Backward to discuss them all! Join us at high noo...

Episode 46: ”The Next Phase” vs. ”Vanishing Point” from 2021-11-08T05:44:55

In this episode we are dealing with cases of disappearing crew members--literally! We'll try to make the invisible visible again, with the help of special guest, Michael, as we compare TNG's "Th...

Episode 45: ”Evolution” vs. ”Silicon Avatar” from 2021-10-11T01:34:22

In this episode, we meet some truly unique species--and the scientists who want to murder them. We'll try to communicate with them all, big and small, as we compare the TNG episodes "Evolution" ...

Episode 44: ”Future Imperfect” vs. ”Su‘Kal” from 2021-09-27T02:16:35

Join us for a voyage into intricate holographic worlds created by mothers to protect their children after their deaths. Our favorite foundlings are ready for rescue as we compare TNG's "Future I...

Episode 43: ”The Naked Time” vs. ”The Naked Now” from 2021-09-13T01:48:44

Ross and Jenn are the designated drivers as everyone on the Enterprise becomes intoxicated and reveals truths about their characters. It's time to get naked as we compare TOS's "The Naked Time" ...

Episode 42: "The Visitor" vs. "Threshold" from 2021-07-13T02:58:09

We go everywhere in the universe and to subspace and back as we compare two episodes who have already gone head-to-head in competition. Will Voyager's  Emmy Award-winning "Threshold" repeat it's...

Episode 41: "Tuvix" vs. "Similitude" from 2021-06-14T03:45:51

Join us as we meet some new crewmen who seem awfully familiar and whose very existence create ethical dilemmas that Trek fans still can't stop debating. Jenn and Ross talk it out as they compare...

Episode 40: "A Matter of Time" vs. "Live Fast and Prosper" from 2021-05-18T03:45:52

Our crews are the targets of some pretty elaborate scams ran by some pretty colorful characters. Find out who gets fooled and who won't get fooled again as we compare TNG's "A Matter of Time" an...

Episode 39: "Ephraim and Dot" vs. "Crisis Point" from 2021-04-28T02:45:33

In this episode we're dealing with mama-drama the best way possible: with tons of random Star Trek references! Join us as we compare two animated instant classics with Short Treks' "Ephraim and ...

Episode 38: "In the Pale Moonlight" vs. "Damage" from 2021-04-13T03:35:19

Join Ross and Jenn and special guest, Lee Hutchison, as they make difficult comparison decisions. But definitely not as difficult as the decisions made by the two Captains in DS9's "In the Pale ...

Episode 37: "Errand of Mercy" vs."Observer Effect" from 2021-03-29T03:18:33

Join us for a double feature starring our favorite wacky non-corporeal beings-- the Organians! Let's see if we can prove humanity's worthiness this time as we compare TOS's "Errand of Mercy" and...

Episode 36: "Day of Honor" vs. "Shuttlepod One" from 2021-03-15T02:12:44

Our crewmates are stranded in space, with little hope for survival.  Let's hope the oxygen holds out, as we compare Voyager's "Day of Honor" with Enterprise's "Shuttlepod One".

Episode 35: "Eye of the Beholder" vs. "Field of Fire" from 2021-02-22T05:19:39

When mysterious deaths occur, our counselors are the detectives. Join us as we enter into the minds of killers with Troi and Ezri when we compare TNG's "Eye of the Beholder" and DS9's "Field of ...

Episode 34: "Elementary, Dear Data" vs. "Ship in a Bottle" from 2021-02-01T05:46:25

The game is afoot! Join us for holographic hijinks as we solve the mystery of one of Trek's most notorious guest characters. See and observe with us, as we compare TNG's "Elementary, Dear Data" ...

Episode 33: "11:59" vs. "Carbon Creek" from 2020-12-23T06:17:26

Happy Ancestor's Eve to one and all as we celebrate with tales of two of our favorite crew members' 20th century ancestors crashing in small towns with 'Creek' in their name. We compare Voyager'...

Episode 31: "The Cage" vs. "If Memory Serves" from 2020-12-08T15:03:31

Take a trip to Talos IV with us! Enjoy the plant life, but beware of the locals. It's not an illusion, there really are two Pikes, Vinas, and Spocks, when we compare the Star Trek pilot, "The Ca...

Episode 30: "One" vs. "Doctor's Orders" from 2020-11-24T12:36

It's all in our heads, as we fight hallucinations and loneliness while the rest of the crews sleep. Keep us company as we compare Voyager's "One" and Enterprise's "Doctor's Orders".

Episode 29: "Elaan of Troyius" vs. "The Perfect Mate" from 2020-11-11T00:47:03

Join us as we try to make sense out of two episodes of princess trafficking and the plights of two unforgettable women. We compare TOS's "Elaan of Troyius" and TNG's "The Perfect Mate".

Episode 28: "More Tribbles, More Troubles" vs. "The Trouble with Edward" from 2020-10-22T04:28:12

More Tribbles, More SnapTrek! We are back and so are our favorite furry friends, the tribbles. It's a SnapTrek first for both The Animated Series and Short Treks, as we compare the other two ent...

Episode 27: "Lower Decks" vs. "Good Shepherd" from 2020-08-14T17:59:58

In celebration of the newest addition to the Trek Pantheon, "Lower Decks", we are visiting the bottom of the org charts in previous series. We compare TNG's "Lower Decks" with Voyager's "Good Sh...

Episode 26: The Enemy vs. Dawn from 2020-07-27T17:14:02

Join us for a rescue mission as our chief engineers get stranded with alien foes in inhospitable environments. We're hoping for a break in the weather as we compare TNG's "The Enemy" and Enterpr...

Episode 25: Zero Hour vs. Such Sweet Sorrow Part II from 2020-07-16T20:53

Prepare for an adrenaline rush, as we have a battle between two epic season finales. Join us as we wrap up story arcs and travel to very different time travel destinations. With special guest, A...

Episode 24: Wink of an Eye vs. Blink of an Eye from 2020-06-25T19:04:35

Act fast and join us as we encounter time-dilated alien species. Don't miss anything as we compare TOS "Wink of an Eye" and Voyager "Blink of an Eye".  

Episode 23: The Trouble with Tribbles vs. Trials and Tribble-ations from 2020-06-09T17:14:25

It's double trouble when we visit the Universe's favorite furballs! Join us as we compare TOS "The Trouble with Tribbles" and DS9 "Trials and Tribble-ations".

Episode 22: The Wounded vs. Defiant from 2020-05-22T17:14:50

Join Jenn and Ross and special guest, Rick Everson, as we track down members of Starfleet who try to take the law into their own hands against Mark Alaimo and the rest of the Cardassians. We com...

Episode 21: Family vs. Nepenthe from 2020-04-26T19:44:39

Follow Jean-Luc Picard as he journeys to two of Star Trek's most idyllic settings, to rediscover his family. Join us for wine and pizza as we compare TNG's "Family" and STP's "Nepenthe".

Episode 20: Civil Defense vs. Worst Case Scenario from 2020-04-11T16:52:46

Attention Bajoran Workers! In this episode Jenn and Ross accidentally activate Cardassian security traps. The only way to escape is to compare DS9's "Civil Defense" and Voyager's "Worst Case Sce...

Episode 19: The Measure of a Man vs. The Offspring from 2020-03-25T17:32:13

In this episode, Jenn and Ross are visited by members of Starfleet who want to restrict Data's person-hood. Luckily, Jean-Luc Picard is here to teach them both a lesson! Join us as we examine th...

Episode 18: Shore Leave vs. If Wishes Were Horses from 2020-03-09T05:49:55

This SnapTrek match-up is a dream come true! Join Jenn and Ross on a super weird journey as they compare two wish-fulfilling episodes: TOS "Shore Leave" and DS9 "If Wishes Were Horses". 

Episode 17: Day of the Dove vs. Battle Lines from 2020-02-10T04:12:25

We've been trapped in a cycle of endless battle this week, as we compare TOS's "Day of the Dove" with DS9's "Battle Lines". Join Ross and Jenn and our special guest, Katharine Robinson, as the w...

Episode 16: The Pegasus vs. These Are the Voyages... from 2020-01-18T19:56:22

Join us for a day in the life of William T. Riker that spans 11 years and two series! Follow him (and us) from TNG's "The Pegasus" all the way to Enterprise's "These Are the Voyages...". It's th...

Episode 15: The Battle vs. Hope and Fear from 2019-12-20T19:11:18

Please unwrap this episode of SnapTrek, where we compare the gifts of starships received by Picard and Janeway. Join Ross and Jenn and our special guest, Thad Hait, as we compare TNG's "The Batt...

Episode 14: I Borg vs. Drone from 2019-11-18T20:42:21

Join our collective as we compare the individual adventures of two disconnected Borg drones. Follow Hugh, from "I Borg" and One from "Drone" on their hero journeys. You could try to resist, but,...

Masks vs. The Reckoning from 2019-10-25T01:13:47

Join us for a battle of good versus evil, the sun versus the moon, as several of our heroes get possessed by ancient alien deities. Which episode will ascend the throne? TNG's "Masks" or DS9's "...

Episode 12.5: Heart of Stone vs. It's Only a Paper Moon from 2019-10-03T02:08:58

Grab a seat up front, pallie, as we pay tribute to the late Aron Eisenberg and the unforgettable journey of his amazing Deep Space Nine character, Nog.

Episode 12: Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home vs. Future's End from 2019-08-15T19:42:23

Grab some popcorn and join us for our first feature-length SnapTrek! We are traveling back in time for 20th century adventures with Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home and Voyager's Future's End. Whic...

Episode 11: Face of the Enemy vs. Second Skin from 2019-07-22T15:44:11

It's an identity crisis of epic proportions! Join us as we compare TNG's "Face of the Enemy" and DS9's "Second Skin" and try to sort it all out!

Episode 10: Parturition vs. Hatchery from 2019-06-30T16:26:09

Crack open this episode of SnapTrek, where we find some alien hatchlings and show our nurturing side! Which episode will protect their nest best? Voyager's Parturition or Enterprise's Hatchery?

Episode 9: Extreme Measures vs. Lethe from 2019-06-12T19:26:14

Join us as we travel deep inside the psyches of Sarek and Sloan. Which mind-trip will be the most successful: DS9's "Extreme Measures" or Discovery's "Lethe"?

Episode 8: Starship Mine vs. Macrocosm from 2019-05-03T15:39:52

It's an action movie double feature as Jean-Luc McClane battles Ripley Janeway for the title of Best Action Hero.

Episode 7: The Price vs. False Profits from 2019-03-25T17:47:26

We are taking a trip through the Barzan wormhole! Starting in the Alpha Quadrant with TNG's "The Price" and continuing to the Delta Quadrant with Voyager's "False Profits". Which side are you on...

Episode 6: The Gamesters of Triskelion vs. Tsunkatse from 2019-03-03T12:46:39

It's a championship match between two heavyweight episodes! In this corner we have TOS "The Gamesters of Triskelion" and in the opposite corner we have Voyager's "Tsunkatse". Join us for all the...

Episode 5: Children of Time vs. E2 from 2019-02-06T19:17:08

It's a race against time! Whose time-displaced descendants will fulfill their destiny? DS9's "Children of Time" vs. Enterprise's E2.

Episode 4: Cause and Effect vs. Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad from 2019-01-21T16:17:26

Battle of the time loop episodes! Which crew will break the cycle and reign supreme?

Episode 3: Arena vs. Darmok from 2019-01-03T20:09:32

Gorn vs. Tamarians. Kirk vs. Picard. Which stranded captains will be left standing?

Episode 2: The Big Goodbye vs. Our Man Bashir from 2018-12-10T18:45:08

1940's detective or 1960's secret agent? Which heroic holodeck adventure will win?

Episode 1: Schisms vs. Scientific Method from 2018-11-26T01:46:20

Which creepy alien experimentation will win? The click, click, click of "Schisms" or the evil invisibility of "Scientific Method"?