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  • The City on the Edge of Forever | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 28 Review | Sceam Me Up Botty

    The City on the Edge of Forever | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 28 Review | Sceam Me Up Botty
    Feb 3 2026
    In this legendary episode of Star Trek: The Original Series, often hailed as one of the greatest in the franchise's history, the crew faces a heartbreaking dilemma that blends time travel, sacrifice, and profound emotion. When Dr. McCoy accidentally overdoses on a powerful drug and becomes unhinged, he beams down to a mysterious planet and leaps through the ancient Guardian of Forever—a sentient portal to any point in time. His actions ripple backward, erasing the Federation and causing the Enterprise to vanish from existence. Captain Kirk and Spock follow him through the gateway to 1930s Depression-era New York City, where they must unravel the change McCoy caused. There, Kirk meets and falls deeply in love with Edith Keeler (played by Joan Collins), a compassionate idealist running a soup kitchen and preaching peace in a troubled world. As Spock uncovers the devastating truth about Edith's role in history, Kirk is forced to confront an impossible choice: save the woman he loves or restore the timeline that leads to the future they know-even if it means allowing tragedy to unfold. Written by Harlan Ellison (with contributions and rewrites shaping its final form), this poignant tale explores duty, love, and the cost of preserving history. It's a timeless classic full of tragedy, romance, and the moral weight that defines Star Trek at its best. Join us as we beam back to one of the most emotionally powerful hours of television ever made.
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    20 Min.
  • The Alternative Factor | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 27 Review | Sceam Me Up Botty

    The Alternative Factor | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 27 Review | Sceam Me Up Botty
    Feb 2 2026
    The universe itself blinks out of existence — twice — and the Enterprise is left reeling from a galaxy-wide catastrophe that drains dilithium crystals and puts Starfleet on high invasion alert. Captain Kirk beams down to an uncharted planet and discovers the apparent source: a wild-eyed, time-displaced madman named Lazarus, who rants about being hunted by a monstrous "thing" from another reality. But as Spock's tricorder readings and Kirk's instincts collide, the truth emerges — this isn't one man versus a monster... it's one man versus himself. In this landmark (if chaotic) episode, Star Trek dives into its first true parallel universe story, complete with matter-antimatter collisions, a "dimensional corridor" battle that could end everything, and a desperate choice to trap two warring versions of the same soul in eternal combat. Join us as we beam into "The Alternative Factor" _ exploring its ambitious ideas about duality and cosmic stakes, its infamous production troubles and script chaos, why it's often ranked among TOS's weaker outings... and why the concept of a man dooming himself to forever fight his evil twin still carries a haunting punch. Whether you're a die-hard Trekkie revisiting the oddballs or a newcomer curious about the show's early experiments with multiverse madness, this episode is a wild ride through 1960s sci-fi at its most ambitious and uneven.
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    19 Min.
  • Errand of Mercy | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 26 Review | Sceam Me Up Botty

    Errand of Mercy | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 26 Review | Sceam Me Up Botty
    Jan 20 2026
    Beam aboard Sceam Me Up Botty, the ultimate audio podcast for Star Trek enthusiasts and sci-fi aficionados! Dive into the final frontier with our passionate host Rodney Stewart as he explores every corner of the Star Trek universe from the iconic voyages of the Enterprise to the gritty battles of Deep Space Nine and the bold new worlds of Discovery. Expect lively discussion, deep dives into lore, character spotlights, and debates on the tech, philosophy, and legacy of Star Trek. As the journey expands, we'll warp into other sci-fi classics, from Blade Runner to Battlestar Galactica, blending humor, insight, and a touch of cosmic wonder. Whether you're a Vulcan scholar or a curious ensign, Sceam Me Up Botty is your dose of interstellar storytelling. Engage with us subscribe, listen, and boldly go where no podcast has gone before!
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    11 Min.
  • The Devil In The Dark | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 25 Review | Sceam Me Up Botty

    The Devil In The Dark | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 25 Review | Sceam Me Up Botty
    Oct 7 2025
    Beam aboard Sceam Me Up Botty, the ultimate audio podcast for Star Trek enthusiasts and sci-fi aficionados! Dive into the final frontier with our passionate host Rodney Stewart as he explores every corner of the Star Trek universe from the iconic voyages of the Enterprise to the gritty battles of Deep Space Nine and the bold new worlds of Discovery. Expect lively discussion, deep dives into lore, character spotlights, and debates on the tech, philosophy, and legacy of Star Trek. As the journey expands, we'll warp into other sci-fi classics, from Blade Runner to Battlestar Galactica, blending humor, insight, and a touch of cosmic wonder. Whether you're a Vulcan scholar or a curious ensign, Sceam Me Up Botty is your dose of interstellar storytelling. Engage with us subscribe, listen, and boldly go where no podcast has gone before!
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    18 Min.
  • This Side Of Paradise | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 24 Review | Sceam Me Up Botty

    This Side Of Paradise | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 24 Review | Sceam Me Up Botty
    Oct 5 2025
    Beam aboard Sceam Me Up Botty, the ultimate audio podcast for Star Trek enthusiasts and sci-fi aficionados! Dive into the final frontier with our passionate host Rodney Stewart as he explores every corner of the Star Trek universe from the iconic voyages of the Enterprise to the gritty battles of Deep Space Nine and the bold new worlds of Discovery. Expect lively discussion, deep dives into lore, character spotlights, and debates on the tech, philosophy, and legacy of Star Trek. As the journey expands, we'll warp into other sci-fi classics, from Blade Runner to Battlestar Galactica, blending humor, insight, and a touch of cosmic wonder. Whether you're a Vulcan scholar or a curious ensign, Sceam Me Up Botty is your dose of interstellar storytelling. Engage with us subscribe, listen, and boldly go where no podcast has gone before!
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    18 Min.
  • A Taste of Armageddon | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 23 Review | Sceam me up Botty

    A Taste of Armageddon | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 23 Review | Sceam me up Botty
    Oct 4 2025
    Beam aboard Sceam Me Up Botty, the ultimate audio podcast for Star Trek enthusiasts and sci-fi aficionados! Dive into the final frontier with our passionate host Rodney Stewart as he explores every corner of the Star Trek universe from the iconic voyages of the Enterprise to the gritty battles of Deep Space Nine and the bold new worlds of Discovery. Expect lively discussion, deep dives into lore, character spotlights, and debates on the tech, philosophy, and legacy of Star Trek. As the journey expands, we'll warp into other sci-fi classics, from Blade Runner to Battlestar Galactica, blending humor, insight, and a touch of cosmic wonder. Whether you're a Vulcan scholar or a curious ensign, Sceam Me Up Botty is your dose of interstellar storytelling. Engage with us subscribe, listen, and boldly go where no podcast has gone before!
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    24 Min.
  • Space Seed | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 22 Review | Sceam me up Botty

    Space Seed | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 22 Review | Sceam me up Botty
    Oct 3 2025
    Beam aboard Sceam Me Up Botty, the ultimate audio podcast for Star Trek enthusiasts and sci-fi aficionados! Dive into the final frontier with our passionate host Rodney Stewart as he explores every corner of the Star Trek universe from the iconic voyages of the Enterprise to the gritty battles of Deep Space Nine and the bold new worlds of Discovery. Expect lively discussion, deep dives into lore, character spotlights, and debates on the tech, philosophy, and legacy of Star Trek. As the journey expands, we'll warp into other sci-fi classics, from Blade Runner to Battlestar Galactica, blending humor, insight, and a touch of cosmic wonder. Whether you're a Vulcan scholar or a curious ensign, Sceam Me Up Botty is your dose of interstellar storytelling. Engage with us subscribe, listen, and boldly go where no podcast has gone before!
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    27 Min.
  • The Return Of The Archons | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 21 Review | Sceam Me Up Botty

    The Return Of The Archons | Star Trek TOS Season 1 Episode 21 Review | Sceam Me Up Botty
    Oct 3 2025
    Beam aboard Sceam Me Up Botty, the ultimate audio podcast for Star Trek enthusiasts and sci-fi aficionados! Dive into the final frontier with our passionate host Rodney Stewart as he explores every corner of the Star Trek universe from the iconic voyages of the Enterprise to the gritty battles of Deep Space Nine and the bold new worlds of Discovery. Expect lively discussion, deep dives into lore, character spotlights, and debates on the tech, philosophy, and legacy of Star Trek. As the journey expands, we'll warp into other sci-fi classics, from Blade Runner to Battlestar Galactica, blending humor, insight, and a touch of cosmic wonder. Whether you're a Vulcan scholar or a curious ensign, Sceam Me Up Botty is your dose of interstellar storytelling. Engage with us subscribe, listen, and boldly go where no podcast has gone before!
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    13 Min.