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Star Trek The Next Conversation - a comedy Star Trek podcast currently about TV's Deep Space Nine DS9 (or TNG)

Star Trek The Next Conversation - a comedy Star Trek podcast currently about TV's Deep Space Nine DS9 (or TNG)

Matt Mira and Andrew Secunda 291 Episodes Jun 5, 2026

Matt Mira, a devoted Star Trek: The Next Generation fan, guides skeptic Andrew Secunda through the series episode by episode, including Deep Space Nine. They discuss, debate, and enjoy the show's strengths, failings, and innovations. The podcast blends comedy with in-depth analysis of Star Trek lore.

Episodes

DS9 s4e23 "To the Death" Jun 5, 2026 02:49:14 In a plot-packed thrill ride, the crew team up with the Gom Jabbars (or so Jay Leno thinks), Jeffrey Combs continues his unbroken Trek character home run streak, and Matt and Andy pause from asking, "Why isn't Odo using his T-1000 hands?" to ask, "Why did they wait so long to bring Odo in to use his T-1000 hands?"[Episode discussion begins around 1:25]
DS9 s4e22 "For the Cause" May 30, 2026 02:54:53 An Andy's Theory (or prediction?) finally comes true - SECUNDA!! And is Kasidy Yates up to something? The crew continues to discuss her whether she's onscreen or off.[Episode discussion begins around 1:38 (!)]Post your PRIORITY ONE comments and/or questions here and they’ll get special consideration to be read in the TNC prime pod or Patreon bonus pods! And if you’re in the President
DS9 s4e21 "The Muse" May 15, 2026 02:18:58 Jake gets an alien writing teacher who wants to teach him how to be a famous writer and Lwaxana is back in town! Lwaxana and Jake-writing-episode fans rejoice![Episode discussion begins around 1:20ish (sort of, there are more digressions after that 🖖)]
DS9 s4e20 "Shattered Mirror" Apr 23, 2026 02:10:10 After a casual hang with Mirror Jennifer Sisko, Jake and Ben take a day trip back to the Mirror Universe to help MirrO'Brien fix up the the MirroDefiant. Meanwhile, is that Mirror Bashir? Or someone who's playing the villain in a childrens' play?[Episode discussion begins around 56:00]
DS9 s4e19 "Hard Time" Apr 11, 2026 02:20:56 O'Brien torture porn in full swing! The Chief is put behind bars... and when he gets out Bashir can't wait to box out Keiko for their reunion! [ENDING WAS CLIPPED, DELETE AND RE-UPLOAD IF IT IS][Episode discussion begins around 1:09]
DS9 s4e18 "Rules of Engagement" Mar 27, 2026 02:26:04 Sisko takes time out of running the station to defend Worf from being too Klingon-y. Is it another great Trek legal foray or will this episode be overruled by Matt or Andy?[Episode discussion begins around 1:12]
DS9 s4e17 "Accession" Mar 22, 2026 02:04:06 The Sisko is joined by another guy who thinks he's the Emmisary (what, can ANYBODY call themselves an emmisary?) and quiet discussion ensues! Oh, and a casual homicide. And the boys asks the question: have Bajorans always been religious kooks?[Episode discussion begins around 53:00]
DS9 s4e16 "Bar Association" Feb 22, 2026 02:24:26 Rom becomes a union man! O'Brien reveals just how bored he was on the Enterprise! And Worf...is vaguely disgruntled with living on DS9?[Episode discussion begins around 1:15]
DS9 s4e15 "Sons of Mogh" Feb 7, 2026 02:09:23 Tony Todd returns, killing it as Kurn as he demands that Worf kills him! Is Worf's solution honorable or extra weird and messed up?[Episode discussion begins around 55:00]
DS9 s4e14 "Return to Grace" Jan 21, 2026 01:44:28 It's back-to-back weirdos being weird about Kira, but this time it's Dukat! In an A plot that runs the length of the episode without check-ins back at the station, Kira and the ex-Gul enter a game of cat and mouse (or Bird of Prey and defrocked Cardassian?) and Matt and Andy are along for the ride.[Episode discussion begins around 45:00]
DS9 s4e13 "Crossfire" Jan 8, 2026 02:07:34 Kira forgets about Odo in this heart-breaking, difficult-to-watch, but undeniably great episode. And Odo FINALLY doesn't forget to use his T-1000 silver weapon hands to do SOMETHING.[Episode discussion begins around 51:00]
DS9 s4e12 "Paradise Lost" Dec 23, 2025 02:13:30 Is a badmiral trying to Make Earth Great Again? Has Avery Brooks finally found a plot to match the size of his performance? And can he outsmart Not Nick Lacarno from Not Nova Squadron? Either way, Not Leah Brahms may save the day!Happy Gratitude festival, crew! We are gratitudinal for all of you. [Episode discussion begins around 1:15]

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