The Greatest Generation

Adam Pranica, Benjamin Ahr Harrison, Uxbridge-Shimoda LLC

An irreverent roast and celebration of everything Star Trek, The Greatest Generation is the most listened to and highest rated Star Trek podcast in the world. For ten years Ben and Adam have laughed their way through TNG, DS9, VOY and ENT watch-throughs, and now we’re rewatching them all over again. What's different ten years in? How have we changed? How have the costumes stayed so tight in the crotch area? Listen every Monday as we laugh our way through the best television show ever.

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Nov 21, 2022 · 1 hr 20 min
The USS Donger (VOY S4E26)
When a conehead hitchhiker with shaved ears comes aboard, his knack for languages helps Captain Janeway decipher the encoded message from Starfleet. But when a rendezvous with the USS Shovel makes their situation seem too good to be true, the crew is forced to reckon with everything Arturis represents. Are Frisbee-based games still fun without the cocaine? Does Star Trek need better cargo continuity? Can revenge look like lechery? It’s the episode with soft rock yacht bangers! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 14, 2022 · 1 hr
Sammys Jankis, the Podcast (VOY S4E25)
When there’s no way around a Wrath of Khan nebula, Captain Janeway is forced into a questionable decision about whom to leave in charge of the ship. But when a fellow traveller brings horny pioneer energy aboard, Seven’s reality testing problems worsen into her darkest fears. What course should Doc Holoday actually be teaching? Why does Neelix always martyr himself for the party? Who needs to evoke a national tragedy to blast? It’s the episode that’s gone ham with the McRibs! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 7, 2022 · 1 hr 11 min
The Lightning Bidet Treatment (VOY S4E24)
When Voyager runs out of gas in the middle of a road trip, their pit stop at a hostile planet gets them more than just deuterium. But when the ship gets stuck in the swamp of sadness, an unexpected genetic exchange puts them back on the road home. Which dremel do we all worship? What’s the worst way to do chores? Did the Star Trek caves get a promotion? It’s the episode with 100 Thomas Rikers and BLT’s thumb! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 31, 2022 · 1 hr 17 min
Vaskan Deferenses (VOY S4E23)
When an alternate version of history paints Captain Janeway as Dark Karen, Doc Holoday shows up centuries later to set the record straight. But when the narrative gets flipped and Daleth turns out to be the asshole, an angry mob trashes the Museum of Kyrian Heritage in protest. What’s the next step after the combadge comes off? Which profession has the driest bits? What’s the most dangerous kind of banger? It’s the episode in leather gloves and a black turtleneck! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 24, 2022 · 1 hr 26 min
Jazz Tea (VOY S4E22)
When Chakotay gets surprised by another beautiful space lady, Captain Janeway makes herself scarce for the rest of the episode. But when it takes too long for the first officer to loosen up, Curneth’s forgetful beam blocks a second chance with Kellin. Is Paramount going to pass on another great pitch? What have the Borg been skipping in their assimilations? Why is there a cul de sac on a starship? It’s the episode that could have been helped greatly by a deep V! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 17, 2022 · 1 hr 23 min
Rhetorical Bathtub (VOY S4E21)
When scans detects the Omega phenomenon, Voyager pulls itself over for a dangerous, need-to-know mission. But even though Seven finds spirituality in the particles, Captain Janeway opts to leave a planet and its people without their salvation. Does the Omega Directive need better PR? Why aren’t just-in-case goodbyes more common? What happened to the Greeks? It’s the episode that woke up like this! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 10, 2022 · 1 hr 21 min
Reference Lawnmower (VOY S4E20)
When Voyager encounters a starship with experimental technology, they rescue its pilot and offer to help with repairs. But when Steth makes a mess out of Tom Paris’ life, a return to the way things were starts to look good from a distance. What can bring on the rages during mail call? Why did Ben make an impromptu trip to the Pacific garbage gyre? Who will soon be the target of a scientific prank? It’s the episode with an entire department dedicated to lift and bounce! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 3, 2022 · 1 hr 15 min
Sweater Buff (VOY S4E19)
When the allies start planning their holographic D-Day, Janeway and Karr agree to a ceasefire. But when Turanj opts for Nazi ideology over a less murderous vision for the future, he ends up falling into Janeway’s trap and getting the ultimate lesson in diplomacy. Where can you find the best fries in Los Angeles? Did Voyager make the arch obsolete? What’s the best part about camping with Klingons? It’s the episode that’s definitely taking a Brode on the eve of battle! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 26, 2022 · 1 hr 13 min
Deep in the Nook (VOY S4E18)
When Hirogens capture Voyager, they transform the ship into a giant holographic hunting ground. But with the safeties off, Karr’s violent historical reenactments are taking a toll on the crew. How diverse is the Bane diaspora? What could possibly be hidden in a baguette? Does Ensign Kim have FOMOHO? It’s the episode that’s got loaf for days! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 19, 2022 · 1 hr 10 min
Asshole Rashomon (VOY S4E17)
When an unlikeable arms dealer gives Captain Janeway the hard sell, his dealings with Voyager leave a bad impression on the crew. But when a crime is alleged and Seven and Kovin remember things differently, the Doc‘s regression therapy leads to an explosive outcome. Who does Ben want to replace him on the podcast? Is Seven habituated to ringing doorbells now? What do you bring to a gun fight with a weapons dealer? It’s the episode with eye-dolphin continuity! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 12, 2022 · 1 hr 15 min
A Grocery Store Full of Charlies (VOY S4E16)
When an isolated member of Species 42069 climbs aboard, Captain Janeway dictates compassion over the objections of everyone involved. But when Seven’s budding individuality leads to another shocking incident, Janeway decides to ground her in an effort to avoid further diplomatic damage. How does a homeowner deal with grocery store levels of cardboard? Would a loose mallow spoil? What do Hirogen women like to do for fun? It’s the episode that‘s inside the panopticon! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 5, 2022 · 1 hr 16 min
Friend to the Brass Plaque (VOY S4E15)
When Voyager picks up snatches of a reply from the A Quad, Captain Janeway is willing to trespass to download the rest of the message. But when Seven and Tuvok get claimed as relics, Janeway joins the Hirogens in being helmet-painting pissed. Why does Echo Park Lake run thick in the summer? Would any amount of signage be sufficient for your typical package-delivery person? What’s The Greatest Gen promise w/r/t technobabble? It’s the episode with a gift from the estate of Judith B. Raskin! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 29, 2022 · 1 hr 11 min
EMH Mark Dick (VOY S4E14)
When Seven finds a way to communicate with the Alpha Quadrant, Doc Holoday gets tapped to become Voyager’s message in a bottle. But a stormy trip to the U.S.S. Prometheus reveals just how far he’s come w/r/t his program. Does Chakotay have a thing for powerful women? Do Romulans look good with a widow’s peak? Who was the inspiration for the Doc’s additions? It’s the episode that stans a legend! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 22, 2022 · 1 hr 10 min
The Modesty Arch (VOY S4E13)
When the crew of Voyager starts dreaming about the same person, they must figure out if they’re under attack or just overslept. But when the man of their dreams becomes the monster of their nightmares, they’ll have to fight back in both the dream world and the real world. What color is your alert? Is there a limit to how long a person can hold out before cohabitating? How dangerous are the consequences of pre-celebration? It’s the episode that falls into the “dump” category or the “class” category! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 15, 2022 · 1 hr 13 min
Couldn’t See the Forest for the Ropes (VOY S4E12)
When Neelix dies in the cold open and comes back to face life after no afterlife, a dubious trip with Chakotay only pushes him closer to the ledge. But when looking inside himself isn’t the answer, a more holistic approach helps him see his value through the eyes of Voyager’s crew. How far west will Trethewey travel? Do you wait a day before replicating memorial flowers? Is Neelix the one who’s guilty of Hollywood bullshit? It’s the episode that knows what it has to do. . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is now regularly streaming on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 8, 2022 · 1 hr 23 min
Fortune Favors the Flying Machine (VOY S4E11)
When the Voyager gets jacked, Leonardo DaVinci gets snatched like a chain, along with the ship’s computer core. But when they arrive at Planet SoCal, they get extremely confused about what their priorities should be in recovering their stuff. Why don’t more aliens look like members of Slipknot? How much was the talc budget for LDV on this episode? Where does Tau keep his genitals? It’s the episode that wants to take to the sky, but can’t get its mind out of the gutter. . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is now regularly streaming on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 1, 2022 · 1 hr 7 min
Overdressed Caesar (VOY S4E10)
When someone bumps into BLT while she’s out shopping, it causes a surprisingly fraught diplomatic incident. But when the punishment for her thoughts does not fit the crime, Tuvok will have to get to the lobotom of her case before it’s too late. Have we done enough to honor emotional first responders? What does Neelix do about his urges? Did you forget about the tough buds? It’s the episode that’s spoken almost entirely in entendre! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is now regularly streaming on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 25, 2022 · 1 hr 26 min
Hairy Fingers with a Galaxy Brain (VOY S4E9)
When Captain Janeway decides to ditch the nebula and try her luck in open space, she defies the Doc and endangers herself one too many times. But while Chakotay downgrades to season-one status, Paris saves the two-parter by sending Janeway what she needs to finally go down with the ship. What type of role play is Kevin into? What would Taffer find in Annorax’ walk-in? Why isn’t the year of hell an actual year? It’s the episode with tiki quantity and quality! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is now regularly streaming on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 18, 2022 · 1 hr 9 min
The Zahl Leads are for Eradicators (VOY S4E8)
When some Ring Pop enthusiasts start rewriting history, their device creates some serious turbulence for Voyager. But when the shockwave pushes the crew into a new reality, they'll risk everything to learn how the time weapon can be defended against. How many centuries would it be appropriate to put up with the job title “Lackey” before you ask for a promotion? Why don’t they use porcelain in starship construction? Why are they called the Zahl? It’s the episode where we’ve synchronized our sewer problems. . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is now regularly streaming on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 11, 2022 · 1 hr 4 min
Liberate the Washlet (VOY S4E7)
When invisible aliens board Voyager and begin their secret experiments on the crew, the symptoms are all over the place. But once Captain Janeway discovers the intruders’ awful plans, she gambles with their lives in a high stakes game that she’s never lost. Who’s really suffering here? How sturdy do you need an elastic waist band to be? Are they horny, or is it aliens? It’s the episode that’s all jack off machines and skeletons! . Friends of DeSoto for Democracy. Friends of DeSoto for Justice. Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Caretaker! Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Follow The Greatest Generation on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen! The Greatest Generation is now regularly streaming on Twitch. Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | Wiki Sign up for our mailing list! Support the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.