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The Random Redshirt

The Random Redshirt Podcast

The Random Redshirt Podcast’s hosts Zach & Chris bring you celebrity guest interviews, movie and show reviews, and discussions on all things science fiction from Star Trek to Star Wars and everything in between. They even discuss a little pop culture! Join them for deep dive discussions and many laughs!

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01:13:21

Season 7 Episode 15: Spotlight Series Section 31 -...

The Random Redshirt ·

2025/04/07

The final Deep Space Nine Section 31 focused episode, "Extreme Measures", takes us inside the mind of Luther Sloan as Bashir and O'Brien attempt to find the cure to Odo's disease as mentioned in the previous episodes of DS9 "Tacking into the Wind" and "When it Rains". This episode, which appears only a few episodes from the conclusion of the series brings an end to this portion of the Section 31 story line. As Luther Sloan is dying, Bashir and O'Brien have a

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01:22:31

Season 7 Episode 14: Spotlight Series Section 31 -...

The Random Redshirt ·

2025/04/01

We continue our Section 31 Spotlight Series with episode 2, looking at Deep Space Nine's Inter Arma Enim Silent Leges. Inter arma enim silent leges is a Latin phrase that literally means "For among arms, the laws are silent" but is more popularly rendered as "In times of war, the law falls silent." While attending a conference on Romulus, which is never a good idea it would seem for Dr. Bashir, Bashir becomes embroiled in an elaborate scheme devised by Section 31 as a way to

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00:28:25

Star Trek Pilots Spotlight Series Finale: Ranking the...

The Random Redshirt ·

2025/03/24

In this special short episode, we officially wrap-up our Star Trek Pilots Spotlight Series. We developed our own metrics to help us rank each pilot episode from Star Trek The Original Series to Star Trek Strange New Worlds from our least favorite to our favorite pilot in the franchise. Some of our rankings may surprise you! We also want to hear from you! Leave a comment below and let us know what your favorite pilot is! We hope you've enjoyed this Spotlight Series as much as we have. Be sure to

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01:24:01

Season 7 Episode 13: Spotlight Series Section 31 -...

The Random Redshirt ·

2025/03/24

We’re kicking off our brand new Spotlight Series, as we explore Section 31 across the Star Trek universe! First up, is Deep Space Nine’s “Inquisition”. This episode sets the foundation for all future Section 31 episodes and sets up one of the most controversial and fan favorite story arcs in the entire franchise!

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01:33:32

Season 7 Episode 12: Spotlight Series "Star Trek...

The Random Redshirt ·

2025/03/17

We're wrapping up our Spotlight Series, looking at the Star Trek Pilots, with Strange New Worlds first episode entitled....."Strange New Worlds". We are big fans of this series and dive into the psyche of Captain Pike as he continues to be haunted by the experience he had with the Klingon Crystals in the Star Trek Discovery season 2 episode "Through the Valley of Shadows". This experience and knowledge he gains manifests itself in many unexpected locations, as visions of his disfigured face haunt

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01:53:32

Season 7 Episode 11: Spotlight Series "Star Trek...

The Random Redshirt ·

2025/03/10

We're getting close to the end of our current Spotlight Series, looking at the Star Trek pilots, with Star Trek Picard's "Remembrance". This episode is our first look at Jean-Luc Picard since the end of Star Trek Nemesis. We know that this episode kicks off three seasons, reuniting the cast of TNG, for one final voyage. There is a lot of opinions on the first season of Picard, but one thing is certain: it was great seeing Patrick Stewart and the cast once again!

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01:09:20

Season 7 Episode 10: Spotlight Series " Star Trek...

The Random Redshirt ·

2025/03/04

We continue our Spotlight Series, looking at the Star Trek pilots, with Prodigy's two part premiere "Lost & Found". The first Star Trek series really geared towards a young audience, Prodigy brings a significantly different approach to Star Trek story telling. We find a ton of similarities with another franchise's animated series, discuss the introduction of new characters, work through important points throughout the two part episode and more!

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00:52:50

Season 7 Episode 9: Spotlight Series " Star Trek...

The Random Redshirt ·

2025/02/25

Star Trek Lower Decks makes its first appearance on the podcast! We continue our Spotlight Series, discussing the Star Trek Pilots, with Lower Deck's "Second Contact". We discuss our favorite moments, funny lines, main characters, where Lower Decks fits into the Star Trek Timeline, easter eggs and more!

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01:57:39

Season 7 Episode 8: Spotlight Series "Star Trek...

The Random Redshirt ·

2025/02/11

In this episode, we are finally diving into Star Trek Discovery. We have not covered Star Trek Discovery on the podcast until now, however as part of our 'Spotlight Series', it was time to discuss the 6th show in the franchise. We welcome back a special guest to the podcast: artist Jenny Johnson! You've undoubtedly seen her work all over the internet and know how incredible it truly is. She brings her perspective to this, somewhat, controversial show as we discuss the best, and worst, of

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01:31:12

Season 7 Episode 7: Spotlight Series - "Star Trek...

The Random Redshirt ·

2025/01/29

In this episode, we continue our Spotlight Series with Enterprise's "Broken Bow". Enterprise is the final legacy Star Trek series before we jump into 'New Trek'. Just like its predecessors, Enterprise was vastly different, this time jumping back in time to approx. 100 years before Kirk and Spock. This pilot was jam packed with action, adventure, a brand new type of intro song, new species and more! We hope you enjoy this wonderful pilot as we bring you are thoughts and feelings

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01:50:42

Season 7 Episode 6: Spotlight Series "Star Trek...

The Random Redshirt ·

2025/01/20

We're continuing our spotlight series look at the Star Trek pilots with Voyager's "Caretaker". The fourth series in the Star Trek franchise takes us on a very different journey...to the Delta Quadrant. Headlined by the first leading female captain in the franchise. Join us as we head across the galaxy and follow the daring crew of the U.S.S. Voyager as they find themselves 70,000 light years from home dealing with the Caretaker!

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01:55:06

Season 7 Episode 5: Spotlight Series "Star Trek...

The Random Redshirt ·

2025/01/13

In this episode we continue our current Spotlight Series, Star Trek Pilots, with Deep Space Nine’s “Emissary”. Originally airing on January 3rd 1993, the third installment in the franchise was VASTLY different. Looked at as the “black sheep” of the franchise for a long time, Deep Space Nine’s fan base has grown exponentially in recent years due to binge watching during the pandemic, streaming services, and more. This incredible series begins in a very unexpected way. We cover all this and more on

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01:47:06

Season 7 Episode 4: Spotlight Series "Star Trek...

The Random Redshirt ·

2025/01/07

In this episode we're going back to where Star Trek started....1966. We dive into the original pilot episode entitled "The Cage" which was not originally aired as well as the second pilot episode "Where No Man Has Gone Before" which actually aired after "The Man Trap" out of order because it has to be confusing right? We will dive into the differences between the pilots, the Captains and more! This 'Spotlight Series' focuses on the Star Trek pilots! We take you though each pilot, in depth,

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01:33:02

Season 7 Episode 3: A Star Trek Generations Rant

The Random Redshirt ·

2024/12/22

This year (2024) was the 30th anniversary of the first Star Trek The Next Generation movie. This movie had some great moments and some wonderful themes but overall, we have our issues. From the death of Kirk to the destruction of the Enterprise-D to Geordi's visor there are many points in the movie that we feel they just plan messed up. We dive into all of that and more as we finally get down to ranting about this movie. Be sure to listen all the way through this video for the details on how you

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01:15:22

Season 7 Episode 2: Exclusive Interview with...

The Random Redshirt ·

2024/12/16

In this episode, we sat down with actress Kandyse McClure. Kandyse is an incredibly talented actress who, born in South Africa, has an amazing career highlighted by appearances on the post-apocalyptic sci-fi drama "Jeremiah", Syfy channel’s adaptation of Stephen King’s Children of the Corn, NBC’s 2002 Carrie another Stephen King novel, Sanctuary, Smallville, Andromeda, The Outer Limits, The Twilight Zone, Snowpiercer, The Flash, Charmed, Virgin River and so much more. You probably know her best as

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01:27:59

Season 7 Episode 1: Spotlight Series "Star Trek...

The Random Redshirt ·

2024/12/09

On this episode we start a brand new Spotlight series! We're deep diving the Star Trek pilot episodes! Yes, we are starting out of order with TNG, but don't fret, we will get to both of the Original Series pilot episodes soon. But first, TNG. This episode spawned what is widely regarded as the best Star Trek series in the franchise. If TNG had not done well, we would not have any of the follow-on series. We dive deep into the relationship between Picard and Q, the introduction of new characters, a

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01:54:52

Season 6 Episode 29: Exclusive Interview with Fanboys...

The Random Redshirt ·

2024/12/01

In this episode we sit down with Fanboys director, New York Times best selling author and producer Kyle Newman! Kyle is a wonderful guy and fellow nerd whose passion for D&D, Star Wars, Star Trek and more is evident. We discussed his career, passions, hobbies, future projects/books his company "Pop Culture Coffee" and more!

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01:48:03

Season 6 Episode 28: Legacy Star Trek Series Finales

The Random Redshirt ·

2024/11/18

In this episode we're discussing all five of the Legacy Star Trek series finales. From TOS's "Turnabout Intruder" which isn't a true series finale, to the controversial Star Trek Enterprise series finale "These are the Voyages..." we're covering it all. We also discuss the role Star Trek VI The Undiscovered Country plays in wrapping up the crew of The Original Series. Show finales can be very difficult to get right. What Star Trek series got it right? Find out this and more on this wonderful look

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01:10:34

Season 6 Episode Episode 27: 20th Anniversary...

The Random Redshirt ·

2024/11/11

In this episode we discuss our thoughts, feelings, and favorite moments from this incredibly special convention! From meeting the cast and crew, to getting autographs and photos, to our favorite panel moments to the incredible Michael Hogan and his attendance, this was certainly a convention to remember. A special thank you to Creation Entertainment for making this happen! If you haven't checked our discussion of the 2003 Battlestar Galactica mini-series or some of our deep dives, be sure to check

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01:41:12

Season 6 Episode 26: A Science Fiction Halloween Special

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2024/10/28

In this episode we give you our list of MUST watch science fiction movies and TV shows as you prepare for Halloween night! We are not huge blood and guts fans so we will tell you which shows and movies are a must watch for any Star Trek or science fiction fan and which one(s) you might want to avoid. So turn the lights down low, light a candle and join us as we give you THE watch list for your spooky enjoyment!

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