Best Disco Shit Podcasts (2024)

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PPA - WFMU DJ Austin Rich (pt 1) 46:06

5h ago46:06

46:06

Good Hello, Today we talked to musician, radio playwright, zine maker, postcard sender, plunderphonicser, former centrist, and the host of WFMU's Mid-Valley Mutations, Dimestore Radio Theater, and occasional other programs, Austin Rich! How he even has time to talk to us for a couple hours, I forgot to ask. We talk about all these things, his influ…

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That Gin Tooth (Battlestar Galactica S1E6) 1:01:05

1h ago1:01:05

1:01:05

When a Doral sneaks aboard the Audrey 2, he sets off a public-relations bomb that gives Sergeant Hadrian a free hand. But even though the Chief and Boomer don’t have an alibi, the investigation reveals a flight deck crew that’s pretty terrible at cover-ups. What’s the latest relationship technology that FODs need to understand? Where else could Sha…

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Do Fantasy Cylons Take Real Shits? (Battlestar Galactica S1E5) 1:00:50

1d ago1:00:50

1:00:50

When Starbuck goes down hard in Juarez, the Adamas risk everything on the search and rescue mission. But when she finds the Cylon raider that shot her down and hot wires it back to Galactica, Commander Adama extends the last cigar in the universe and welcomes her back into the family. How much air do you want in a spacesuit? Is there something off …

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PPA - Christian Long pt 2 46:32

8d ago46:32

46:32

We recorded this a month ago but then I had to go to a bunch of midwestern noise shows and meet Jennifer in New Mexico to go to the Lightning Field. But now I'm back and I've edited part two in Jennifer's living room. Today we have part two of our talk with Jennifer's friend from her days at Uproxx, Christian. Today we mostly move away from his wri…

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Powerfully Uncomfortable (Battlestar Galactica S1E4) 1:00:22

8d ago1:00:22

1:00:22

When a recon drone Cliffhangers its way into Flattop’s face, there’s suddenly a deficit of Viper pilots aboard Audrey II. But after Starbuck tosses out a whole ten-piece order of nuggets, Commander Adama advises a different order. Do all Italian eateries have a secret bunker? What side of Boomer’s face is the mole actually on? Should Ben keep or cl…

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Terror Beavers (Battlestar Galactica S1E3) 1:08:58

15d ago1:08:58

1:08:58

When it’s time to get the water from a very inhospitable moon, the USS Con Air is President Rosalind’s best hope to make it happen. But when a terrorist gets into a position to negotiate, Apollo follows the law and promises him elections. What’s next level from a spit take? Where does Steve Buscemi fit into this pitch? How do you avoid a prison rio…

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PPA - Former jaded writer, Christian Long 43:10

22d ago43:10

43:10

We recorded this a month ago but then I had to go to a bunch of midwestern noise shows and meet Jennifer in New Mexico to go to the Lightning Field. But now I'm back and this is edited and... it's online as soon as I hit the purple or mauve button on the right side of my screen. Today we talked to Jennifer's friend from her days at Uproxx, Christia…

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Every Alpaca in the Universe Is Dead (Battlestar Galactica S1E2) 59:22

22d ago59:22

59:22

When Boomer wakes up wet and doesn’t know why, there’s no Croatian fisherman to help get her bearings. But when Commander Adama invites the President to witness an act of sabotage on Galactica, the internal investigation points to at least one Cylon aboard. Would Egghead Software still be in business if they had a better return policy? Is there a w…

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After-Dinner Television (Battlestar Galactica S1E1) 52:06

30d ago52:06

52:06

When the Colonial Fleet hasn’t slept for days, they probably should have started handing out stims sooner. But when the Olympic Carrier gets left behind and then shows back up looking a little too inconclusive, Commander Adama’s resting suspicion face makes him ready to blow up the damn ship. What kind of child is Number Six proposing? Does Galacti…

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It’s About Vibes (Disco Series Retrospective) 1:12:50

1M ago1:12:50

1:12:50

When it’s time to look back at Discovery as a whole, the series only reinforces Star Trek as a place. But when the questions and answers go both ways, only a special guest could tell the full story. Which future tech didn’t make doors obsolete? Whose line of dialogue requires an oral history? What hashtag will soon be trending? It’s the episode tha…

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Make a Progenitor Out of Clay (Disco S5E10) 1:29:35

1M ago1:29:35

1:29:35

When Captain Burnham wakes up on a different network for the finale, she does triangle right and earns a chat with a dead Progenitor. But when she turns down the steward job and stashes The Greatest Discovery inside a black hole, an epilogue answers questions that no one knew they had. Is the Geordi training protocol no longer in use? Who was unwil…

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You Can’t Unring the War Crime Bell (Disco S5E9) 1:09:37

2M ago1:09:37

1:09:37

When a busted up Discovery jumps to the middle of a double black hole, the keg left by the Progenitors gets stolen right out from under them by Moll. But when an away team goes undercover to try to retake the tech, Burnham decides to follow the light in search of a series finale. Is there a difference between Beta team and Bravo team? How exactly a…

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This Kernel Is Gooey (Disco S5E8) 1:10:29

2M ago1:10:29

1:10:29

When Disco jumps to the Badlands, they find a Hogwarts library where checking out the next clue KOs Captain Burnham. But when the Breen show up and get their library card revoked, Michael’s journey through the labyrinth finally makes her a little more relatable. What’s involved in podcast pre-production? Who runs DS9 in the 32nd century? Does Moll …

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Big Dog Dick Fingers (Disco S5E7) 1:09:39

2M ago1:09:39

1:09:39

When the Breen Primarch shows up in a haunted house ship, President T’Rina tries to negotiate and only gets an hour for Captain Burnham. But when an unmovable bluff meets an unstoppable bluff, Rayner starts talking and Book finally gets to do something useful for the mission. Which raw materials are available on Betazed? Should all comm badges have…

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The Mofongo of Lies (Disco S5E6) 1:08:12

3M ago1:08:12

1:08:12

When the scientist behind the next can koozie puzzle clue leads Discovery to a dusty green planet, Burnham and Tilly beam down just in time to request a sugar cube fun run to the high tower. But when winning the race means becoming the sacrifice, the Prime Directive gets fired into the sun to save a different new Star Trek show. How do you get kick…

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These Colors, This Smokey Eye, These Criminals Don’t Run (Disco S5E5) 1:03:05

3M ago1:03:05

1:03:05

When a humiliated nepo-baby no-call, no-shows his job, all his choices have lead to becoming trapped in a transparent case of emotion with Michael Burnham. But when the flashbacks finally get to the bottom of Moll and L'ak’s partnership, it becomes clear why no one can be left behind. Which drinking games are best to play with babies? Where is the …

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PPA - Jazmin Castañeda Pt 2 41:09

3M ago41:09

41:09

Part two of our conversation with Jazmin, this time more focused on her own story and artwork. We learn about the origins of some of her recurring characters, her highly personal work with her father, and what it's like teaching art to elementary school kids these days. Be sure to check out Jazmin's work on her Instagram, but also please do stop by…

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Fleshlight for a Chode (Disco S5E4) 1:07:35

3M ago1:07:35

1:07:35

When Adira brings a bug aboard the Disco after hanging out with their ex, Captain Burnham and Commander Rayner narrowly avoid being Tuvix-ed when they attempt to blurp out of her ready room. But when a groggy future version of Zora lays out the stakes for the rest of the season, they’ll have to Quantum Leap their way through some of Star Trek: Disc…

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PPA - A Fundraiser for Palestine w/ Jazmin Castañeda 29:40

3M ago29:40

29:40

We talk to artist Jazmin about her Fundraiser for Palestine set to take place at the Matilija Lending Library in El Monte, CA (near LA) on Saturday 4/27. We focus almost entirely on the fundraiser in this episode. Next week we'll have more about Jazmin's background as an artist and the usual bullshit about reality shows, Jennifer's weird life, etc.…

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Measure From the Polar Region (Disco S5E3) 1:21:47

3M ago1:21:47

1:21:47

When the poem leads an away team to the milk caves on Trill, Culber is way too eager to be inhabited by Jinaal Bix. But while Burnham and Book prove their worthiness in the quarry, Rayner learns Discovery’s crew members are surprisingly verbose. Where is there never any palace intrigue? What’s the first thing you want to do in Wilson Cruz’s body? H…

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Echo Peeper 607s (Disco S5E2) 1:02:12

3M ago1:02:12

1:02:12

When Michael is left to decide who will take over for Saru as Number One, she makes the startling realization that everyone else is very pro Book Burnham. But when the dirt bike rental owner calls for the 10th time in a row to collect damages, the crew decides they're better off skipping town to chase Moll and L'ak than footing the bill. Doth the B…

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The Post Death Squat (Disco S5E1) 1:21:45

4M ago1:21:45

1:21:45

When Captain Burnham and the Discovery get assigned a red directive mission, she and Captain Rayner don’t quite sync up. But when Book is called in to help with The Chase, they track down the thieves and learn that this season’s MacGuffin was already opened by Fred. Why don’t more parents register for airline chair? What’s required to rent a shield…

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PPA - Poet Anthony Thomas Lombardi Pt. 2 54:04

4M ago54:04

54:04

Part two of our conversation with Anthony Thomas Lombardi in which we delve more into how he got into poetry, rap music, God, and his involvement with different facets of the Free Palestine movement. For more on the latter, check out the Google Doc he references in the episode. For more on his poetry and Anthony in general, check out his Instagram.…

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Hard Pipe Hitting Cylon (Pilot Season: Battlestar Galactica Part 2) 1:12:08

4M ago1:12:08

1:12:08

When Galactica is trapped in a Paulson-style nebula, they make a scary as hell jump to get ammunition for the war. But when President Rosalind suggests running instead of fighting the Cylons, Commander Adama is convinced that hope will save what’s left of humanity. Which actor gives two characters for the price of one? What’s the most likely name f…

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My Medusans Are Up Here, Gentlemen (TOS S3E5) 59:25

4M ago59:25

59:25

When the Enterprise beams some mysterious riders aboard, it’s a less than 5-star rating by the time they reach their destination. But when the ugliest person in the room uses Spock as a meat sack, navigating home is easy but escaping space madness requires the help of a beautiful Doctor. What are the options for fixing a bent wick? Who is Scotty Ba…

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Drugstore Godzilla Suit (TOS S1E19) 59:09

4M ago59:09

59:09

When Kirk beams down for a house party on Cestus III, what he finds instead is an aerial bombardment and one very angry outpost survivor. But when the Enterprise gives chase and the Metrons sense violent intent, a broadcast death match is the only suggestion for conflict resolution. Are Spock and McCoy capable of effectively insulting each other? W…

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Reams of Paper Porn (Pilot Season: Battlestar Galactica Part 1) 1:37:39

4M ago1:37:39

1:37:39

When it’s time to make a museum out of the Battlestar Galactica, the ship’s decommissioning ceremony turns into an even busier day for Commander Adama. But when the Cylons magically split the trolly and send it down both tracks, President Rosalind enters into a power struggle with the new leader of the Colonial fleet. What’s the dream move during a…

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PPA - Brooklyn Poet Anthony Thomas Lombardi 48:33

4M ago48:33

48:33

Today is the first part of our talk with an old friend of mine, the poet Anthony Lombardi. We've known each other for about 16 or 17 years (he takes poetic license to claim 20) but have lost touch several times, only for him to reemerge in a completely different stage of his life. Now he's a poet, sober, and thriving (if you ask me, not him). He re…

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In Space Nobody Can Hear Your Leather Squeak (Pilot Season: Andromeda) 1:18:58

4M ago1:18:58

1:18:58

When the Andromeda is betrayed by one of their own, the surviving crew make for the nearest black hole to try and escape. But when Capt Kevin Sorbo is the only survivor salvaged from the singularity, everyone he’s ever known is gone. Did somebody find the keys to Gene Roddenberry secret script cabinet? Do captains get to choose their own ship AIs? …

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My Astronaut Diaper Is Super Full (Pilot Season: Farscape) 1:20:37

4M ago1:20:37

1:20:37

When a test pilot’s propulsion experiment takes him much farther than expected, his shock on the other side makes him seem a little dumb. But when his guild of alien adventurers needs a handwritten equation to escape, John Crichton comes through with a rollerball mouse and earns their respect through math. Who was Farscape made for? How do you know…

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The Shoot Scream Years (Pilot Season: Stargate SG-1) 1:29:39

5M ago1:29:39

1:29:39

When a bunch of men in large snake heads suddenly jump out of a relic of alien technology housed deep within Cheyenne Mountain, General Hammond decides to call Richard Dean Anderson with a haircut out of retirement. But when they discover that the gate is less like two cans on a string and more like a touchtone phone, it’s going to take an ensemble…

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PPA - Leslie Keffer Pt 2 46:32

5M ago46:32

46:32

The second half of our conversation with esteemed noise musician Leslie Keffer. In this part we talk about noise music (of course), touring, stained glass, and spend a good chunk talking about AI. Nothing anti-AI this time. Sorry. Same opening and closing tracks as last time since I've got a lot going on and didn't have time. But still be sure to c…

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David Cronenberg Friendship Bracelet (Pilot Season: Earth Final Conflict) 1:16:33

5M ago1:16:33

1:16:33

When Captain Boone has the worst possible day at work, he’s offered a job by the aliens he doesn’t trust. But when his wife gets Final Destination‘d and his best friend lures him into the resistance, Boone calmly agrees to become a souped-up inside man. What’s the turn-around time on a custom headstone? Do surgeons ever take their tools home? Where…

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Why Does It Smell Like Miracle Grow in Here? (Pilot Season: Sliders) 1:36:33

5M ago1:36:33

1:36:33

When a teen genius spends too much time in his basement making home videos, his ideas about holes are purely theoretical. But once he convinces himself to take the first slide, his experiment becomes a slippery slope of interdimensional tropes. What ever happened to all the aspirational teen spaces from the 80s and 90s? How did DoppelQuinn get so m…

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PPA - Leslie Keffer (Noise Musician) 43:48

5M ago43:48

43:48

We finally had just enough of a break from all the horrible, complicated, and annoying things in our lives to sit down and talk to esteemed noise musician, and mutual friend of Arvo Zylo, Leslie Keffer. We talk about how she got into noise music, touring, and some about her process, but the Zoom's AI that Jennifer discovered probably gives a good o…

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Cold Upper Lip (Pilot Season: Space Precinct) 1:11:11

5M ago1:11:11

1:11:11

When Lieutenant Brogan gets shuffled over to Demeter City, it’s all hot dogs and police misconduct while on patrol with Officer Haldane. But when they get an important babysitting assignment for an unusual eyewitness puppet, the DCPD demonstrates its need for additional training. Where do 8-year-old Ben and 8-year-old Adam part ways? What’s the blu…

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Telepathic Pants (Pilot Season: Babylon 5) 1:19:41

6M ago1:19:41

1:19:41

When a very large space station is rotten with ambassadors, the mousse budget is astronomical and the surfaces are very smooth. But when Commander Sinclair defies orders to keep the peace, Londo is the only one who doesn’t believe his nephew’s hostage video. Why isn’t there more science fiction tv? What’s the steel-to-person ratio of Babylon 5? How…

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Plug My Hole, Mommy (Pilot Season: SeaQuest DSV) 1:25:24

6M ago1:25:24

1:25:24

When Admiral Paris cons Brody out of the Caribbean and back onto his own ship, there are fewer majestic shots than you’d expect from Star Trek in the sea. But when a disgraced former captain joins George the Dog in a plot for revenge, only a talking dolphin can save the ship from rebel attack. Who is the Argyle of SeaQuest? What does Darwin keep in…

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A Thousand Things At Once (Patrick Stewart on Bullseye) 1:13:45

6M ago1:13:45

1:13:45

When Jesse Thorn joins Ben and Adam to relive a conversation with P-Stew, the intro runs almost as long as the interview itself. But when foundational SNL sketches differ, the resulting questions go from glib to sincere and Jesse offers up remote pod viewing directly into his adolescence. If NPR is Godzilla, what is PRI? Where do public radio and S…

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PPA - Rob's old friend, a die-hard Disco Biscuits fan 1:06:46

6M ago1:06:46

1:06:46

Not really sure how to title this because we don't want to give his name considering the stuff we discuss. But this is one of my oldest friends, someone I used to travel around with to festivals and to see the Dead, but who has lived a much more interesting life than me. He notes that he's seen the Disco Biscuits live more times than there are days…

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Weaving the Blanket as We're Flying It (with Adam Ragusea) 1:01:27

6M ago1:01:27

1:01:27

When Ben and Adam need to Q their A’s, Adam Ragusea stops by the pod to lend a hand. But when the trio wants Bonita Applebum and instead they get Apples and Bananas, it looks like things may be off to a rocky start. Where has Kevin been hiding all these years? Is it crenellation or castellation? Does Instacart deliver to the D quad? It’s the episod…

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The New Yorker But With Fart Jokes and Dongers (What We Left Behind) 34:50

7M ago34:50

34:50

When Ben and Adam got to see an early preview of the DS9 retrospective in 2019, they sat down to record a bonus episode about everything it brought to light. But with Voyager’s own documentary on the way soon, how will it compare without a Shat or an Ira to center himself in the story. Who was responsible for a prison experiment at the live screeni…

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A Costco Han Solo (with Aaron Waltke) 1:09:23

7M ago1:09:23

1:09:23

When a very important Star Trek person wanders into Ben’s cargo bay, he leaves the handmade gun at home to avoid another encounter with security. But with a 50% hit rate on the backstage rider, “Bowmore 15 or similar” results in something “perfectly drinkable”. How did Waltke Senior inform Rok-Tahk’s mouth? Is Kevin Uxbridge being discussed inside …

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2023 Xmas Exchange (with Jill & Josh) 1:36:19

7M ago1:36:19

1:36:19

After this year, I'm done tempting fate. We're calling this the Xmas Exchange now. I also don't remember how many we've done, so I'm done trying to figure that out. Anyway, we're back with Josh and Jill for our annual exchange of the best, worst, weirdest, funniest, and most interesting Christmas music and clips we could compile. This year Josh and…

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If You’re Going to Ralph’s You’ve Made Your Choices (Heat) 2:23:54

7M ago2:23:54

2:23:54

When a really good crew takes a redshirt on an away mission, he turns out to be more of a cowboy than they expected. But when they agree to a really big score, they might meet their match with a crew playing for the other team. What's the URL for Craig's List but for heists? What do you call guys that aren't Wayne Knight, but kind of are? Is the Si…

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I Dare Anyone To Be Larkinier (2023 Larkin Awards) 1:00:58

7M ago1:00:58

1:00:58

When yet another awards show rolls through The Beverly Hilton Ballroom, Greatest Trek’s biggest stars gather to honor an entire year of NuTrek. But when none of the winners show up to receive their awards, it becomes clear why some presenters were also nominees in their category. Who doesn’t even watch Star Trek? Where can you buy Patrick Stewart’s…

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Silkwood Sonic Shower (Very Short Treks E3, E4, E5) 44:37

8M ago44:37

44:37

When Adam and Ben resume their trip through Very Short Treks, they find the booger jokes and philosophy class exactly to their tastes. But when Tendi offends the olds with more figures of speech, Riker breaks into a song that blows the whole genre up. How might a mini fridge affect a party? What is Ensign HAZMAT actually there for? Who is always a …

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Presenting Ass (Very Short Treks E1, E2) 41:09

8M ago41:09

41:09

When Ben and Adam set a course for Very Short Treks, they don’t know where they’re going but it’s familiar once they arrive. But when Captain Pete Holmes can’t say anything right and Spock’s comedy logic bombs, we’re left to pick up the many exploding pieces. What’s the problem with brassieres? How do you play marriage on hard mode? Which technolog…

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Episode 4: Looking for The Hoes Sleng Teng Reggae Remix - DJBlaxx f SexyyRed. Best 2023 Remix. ADIQUEST Music 2:22

8M ago2:22

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Looking for The Hoes Sleng Teng Reggae Remix - DJBlaxx f SexyyRed. Best 2023 Remix. ADIQUEST Music Instrumental / Riddim called Sleng Teng (1985 -1986) Produced by Noel Davey, Ian "Wayne" Smith, and Lloyd "King Jammy" James DJs do you want this remixx to play? DM us on IG @supablaxx or 770.203.2677 (text only) Did you enjoy this remixx? Do you Want…

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No One Does It Better Than Sybok (Lower Decks S4E10) 1:06:42

9M ago1:06:42

1:06:42

When Nick Locarno tries to relive his glory days with a Nova Fleet recruitment drive, his assumptions about Mariner are proven spectacularly wrong. But when Tendi’s big gamble puts her in debt to her sister, Mariner’s mutiny turns Locarno’s legacy into something meaningful. What is the misophonia community very willing to do? Are bioweapons allowed…

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