Podcast 39: Unforgetable - That's what Kahless is...

Once again, Joey and I show the world why we have a weekly TALK show instead of a weekly MUSICAL NUMBER. For the misanthropes out there, you'll enjoy our TNG rendition of Unforgettable. Mediocre episodes this week for us to talk about, but we were able to have some good conversation none the less. This podcast covers episodes 21-24 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, Season 6.

Various topics discussed in this podcast include:
    10 books that screwed up the world
    The philosophy of why Joey thinks he is always right
    Can the mentally ill be held responsible for what they do?
    Exploring your darker side
    Xenophysiology must be the toughest field of study
    Dealing with a personal religious crisis
    Boots should not be worn on a star ship
    Joey can control his bladder
    I Fight Dragons
    JC Hutchins 7th Son Novel

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Here are the ratings that we gave for each show:
Frame of Mind: 54min 09sec
Peter: SciFi - 8 Television - 7
Joey: SciFi - 8 Television - 8

Suspicions: 19min 58sec
Peter: SciFi - 6 Television - 2
Joey: SciFi - 6 Television - 1

Rightful Heir: 43min 35sec
Peter: SciFi - 6 Television - 4
Joey: SciFi - 4 Television - 5

Second Chances: 17min 18sec
Peter: SciFi - 5 Television - 5
Joey: SciFi - 4 Television - 5

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Podcast 38: Lessons learned

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Alright, so we didn't learn any lessons to change our (or probably anyone else) lives this podcast. But we did learn that no matter how early we start, we still won't end recording our television podcast until 1am. We also learned that even when we say we have nothing to talk about, we still end up with a podcast over 2 hours. We also learned that when we finally get to discussing constitutional stuff in The West Wing we will probably be arguing a lot (as evidenced by our near shouting match on the topic of rights). Finally we are really pleased to have finally put together two promotional spots that we can use to help market us (links for promo 1 and promo 2). We only know of one person willing to do this so far, but it's good to have something put together in case there are others.

There were no guests for this week. This podcast covers episodes 16-20 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, Season 6.

Various topics discussed in this podcast include:
    TW5 Promotional spots
    The right to die in battle
    Should you point out the truth if it will destroy peace?
    Worf is a racist
    Why does music evoke so much emotion?
    Should a captain be allowed to date a subordinate?
    Joey hates public displays of affection
    Do you own your DNA?
    I Fight Dragons
    JC Hutchins 7th Son Novel

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Here are the ratings that we gave for each show:
Birthright Part 1 & 2: 1hr 20min 44sec
Peter: SciFi - 4 Television - 3
Joey: SciFi - 5.5 Television - 3

Starship Mine: 16min 54sec
Peter: SciFi - 4 Television - 4
Joey: SciFi - 3 Television - 4

Lessons: 28min 42sec
Peter: SciFi - 5 Television - 6
Joey: SciFi - 3 Television - 2

The Chase: 34min 32sec
Peter: SciFi - 8 Television - 3
Joey: SciFi - 7 Television - 4

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J. C. Hutchins' "7th Son" In Print!

If you listen to the TrekWest5 podcast, you know we've been promoting the podiobook trilogy "7th Son" for some time now. I'm really glad to announce that as of Oct. 27th, you'll be able to buy this book *in print* (in fact, you can preorder it now). To quote the email JC sent me:

This is huge news for me (the trilogy was also optioned for film development by Warner Bros.), and for podcasting. Considering that 7th Son was rejected by dozens of publishing pros before I released it as a podcast, we have accomplished something extraordinary with its publication.

To celebrate the release, he's announcing a number of new promotions that I wanted to make all of you aware of:

- A brand-new podcast recording of the "print edition" of the novel (with new scenes, twists, and character tweaks)

- A prequel audio short story anthology called 7th Son: 7 Days. (I am currently listening my way through this and am really enjoying it)

- Serialization of the novel in PDF and and the text at Cory Doctorow's BoingBoing.net

There's a lot to like about the 7th Son series of podiobooks, and for those of you not inclined to partake of them in the audio format, I hope you'll pick up a copy of the deadtree edition.

Podcast 37: We Surrender!

Well we were finally able to get back to watching episodes, but could only get through 3 of them in this weeks Star Trek the Next Generation television podcast. You win this round Life. By the end of the evening Joey and I were just too tired to go on any further. I believe that I actually put my head down after our conversation of Tapestry and moaned: "Can we stop now?" Thankfully Joey was just as exhausted, so I didn't feel like a total wimp. We will cover the missed episode next week for Podcast 38. This podcast covers episodes 13-15 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, Season 6.

Various topics discussed in this podcast include:
    Good listener email from Pete's Friend Jon Madsen - life and self awareness
    Keeping a journal and personnel records
    Joey has a manifesto. Be Scared!
    Do individuals make that much difference in the world?
    Helping someone see reason
    How many puppies can Joey kill to save a human so that the ends justify the means?
    I Fight Dragons
    JC Hutchins 7th Son Novel

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Here are the ratings that we gave for each show:
Aquiel: 49min 09sec
Peter: SciFi - 3 Television - 2
Joey: SciFi - 7 Television - 2

Face of the Enemy: 18min 46sec
Peter: SciFi - 4 Television - 2
Joey: SciFi - 7 Television - 4

Tapestry: 1hr 17min 32sec
Peter: SciFi - 7 Television - 5
Joey: SciFi - 4 Television - 8

If you have something to say then we welcome your comments below, or feel free to email us at trekwest5@thehomestarmy.com, twitter us at hashtag TrekWest5, or leave us a voicemail at 801-788-4913.

Podcast 35 "Poetry Special"

Well, I promised we'd publish it – and, since I had to make a last-minute trip out of town this weekend, it seemed the best chance we had at putting up some new material for all of you – so here is our "Poetry Special" from Podcast 35. We'd like to thank the following people and the authors of the poets they mentioned. Wherever possible, I've tried to include links to the poets and the poems read – unfortunately, some of the sites linked to are filled with annoying flash ads. We hope you enjoy this as much as we enjoyed recording it.

Anne – There's a Certain Slant of Light (LXXXII) by Emily Dickenson

Jared

God Gave a Loaf to Every Bird (LIII) by Emily Dickenson

I Felt a Cleavage in My Mind (CVI) by Emily Dickenson

There is No Frigate Like a Book (XCIX) by Emily Dickenson

The Brain is Wider Than The Sky (CXXVI) by Emily Dickenson

Aaron – Listen to the Mustn’ts by Shel Silverstein

Listener Jim – Jabberwocky by Lewis Carroll

Listener Jim (and Joey) – Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening by Robert Frost

Peter

Carry On! by Robert W. Service

Ode to Spot by "Data" (watch him read it via youtube)

 

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