DS9 Rewatch S1-E14: The Dal’Rok and Roll Hall of Fame
This week on The Omega Particle, we tackle Deep Space Nine’s most aggressively fog-based episode: “The Storyteller.” What happens when Miles O'Brien is forced to LARP his way into being a spiritual icon? Absolute confusion, a lot of yelling, and possibly a new career in motivational speaking. Jon breaks it all down: The cloud monster with bad vibes and worse lighting, Bashir being clingier than a Ferengi credit collector, And a village that defeats evil by listening to bedtime stories with life-or-death stakes. Meanwhile, Jake and Nog try their hands at government diplomacy… and accidentally teach a Bajoran teen how to negotiate peace using casino games. Classic. There’s trivia, deep dives, bad fog puns, and a full analysis of why Miles O’Brien should never be put in charge of anything spiritual, ever.
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"To the Journey" Review: Now With 80% More Neelix
Strap in, space nerds — this week we’re beaming aboard the USS Voyager for a full-throttle review of the documentary To the Journey, aka “Set Phasers to Feelings: A Voyager Love Letter” We dive warp-core deep into the love letter to Star Trek: Voyager that has more nostalgia than a ‘90s cereal commercial. Expect heartfelt tributes, behind-the-scenes gossip, and just enough Neelix talk to keep you questioning your life choices. Was Janeway the true GOAT of Trek captains? Did Chakotay ever actually do anything? And why does everyone have opinions on Kes all of a sudden? Also: we ask the hard-hitting questions like, "Would you rather be stuck in the Delta Quadrant for 70 years or sit through a Chakotay-centered bottle episode twice?" (Spoiler: it’s closer than you think. We’re going full impulse on this tribute to the show that brought us space coffee, Borg trauma, and a holographic doctor who never stopped complaining.
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DS9 Rewatch: S1-E12: Welcome to Purgatory – Now Punch Your Neighbor
In this episode of OPP, we dive into Deep Space Nine’s Battle Lines, where the only thing more endless than the war is Kai Opaka’s new lease on life. Join us as we unpack Kira’s emotional gut punch, Sisko’s failed attempt at peace talks, and a Gamma Quadrant groundhog day that goes spectacularly sideways. Is this episode a haunting meditation on the cost of violence? Or just a sci-fi version of a family reunion gone wrong? And seriously, does anyone really want to live forever if it means reliving the same grudge match day after day? We’re breaking down the good, the bad, and the painfully repetitive in Battle Lines – the one where even death isn’t a good enough excuse to call it quits. Hit play, buckle up, and prepare for eternal conflict… Starfleet style.
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News & Brews: The One Where DS9 Almost Sang
In this caffeine-fueled installment of News & Brews, we're back from D.C. and brimming with Trek news, wild ideas, and hot partnerships! We kick things off by celebrating William Shatner’s 94th birthday and announcing some huge news: partnerships with Fansets and Nubeo Watches—don’t forget to use code OPP50 for 50% off! Then we dive headfirst into the world of Star Trek: from the curious case of a Deep Space Nine musical that almost happened, to whispers of a romance that never made it to screen between Damar and Kira. (Seriously, it’s juicy.) We’ve got thoughts on Jonathan Frakes’ insights into Starfleet Academy—including why it's aimed at the "hardcore" fans and what a spaceship the size of your mom’s disappointment has to do with it. Plus, we warp into Universal Studios’ upcoming Fan Fest Nights and the return of the real Enterprise-D bridge set. Add in some Klingon snacks, Earl Grey tea (hot and cold), and a nod to the underrated brilliance of the current IDW Star Trek comics, and you’ve got yourself one jam-packed episode. Strap in. Drink up. Engage.
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To Boldly Go… Straight to the Bottom: A Section 31 Review
Starfleet’s most secretive organization just got its own movie… and we kind of wish it hadn’t. In this episode, we break down Section 31—a film so covert, even its own plot seems hidden. From weak storytelling and underwhelming action to a total misunderstanding of what made Section 31 compelling in the first place, we dissect how this movie completely missed the mark. Why does it feel like a Star Trek story without the Trek? How did a franchise built on depth and intrigue turn its most mysterious faction into a forgettable mess? And most importantly—why does this exist at all? Join us as we review, rant, and try to make sense of this classified catastrophe. Warning: spoilers, sarcasm, and sheer disappointment ahead. Energize… if you dare.
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