Damnit Jim! The Podcast

S1E28: The City on the Edge of Forever

In this episode, Dana and Dan discuss "The City on the Edge of Forever" which is possibly the best episode in the original series. The guys talk about how McCoy changes the course of history, who Edith Keeler is, and how a strange being called The Guardian helps Kirk and Spock attempt to set the timeline back in order. They ponder the meaning of time, wonder why Englebert Humperdinck was so popular when this episode was broadcast, and talk about whale poop. Yep, it's time to get the ramble jar out again...
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Music: Climb by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

S1E26: Errand of Mercy

In this episode, Dana and Dan discuss "Errand of Mercy". The guys talk about an impending war between the Federation and the Klingon Empire, and how both sides hope to enlist the help of the Organians in the struggle. Dan and Dana also discuss the meaning of D-minus planets and how Kirk and Spock try to fight the Klingons. And then there are the rambles about Dry January, how the spork was invented, and a porta-potty set on fire in Dan's neighborhood.
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Music: Climb by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
 

S1E24: This Side of Paradise

In this episode, we discuss "This Side of Paradise". Dana and Dan talk about Spock being in love, how a planet where all the colonists should be dead is found to be thriving, and how a plant sprays people with a substance that provides them with bliss. The guys wonder whether it is human nature to struggle and fight, or if we are made to drink mint juleps in the shade of a tree. And then there is the talk about animals finally taking their revenge on humans...
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Music: Climb by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
 

S1E23: A Taste of Armageddon

This week Dana and Dan discuss the episode "A Taste of Armageddon." The guys discuss how the crew gets involved in a war between two planets in the NGC 321 cluster. They talk about Scotty being a badass, and how he helps rescue the landing party from being sent to disintegration machines. They also ponder the meaning of General Order 24, whether war is ever moral, and how America's involvement in Vietnam impacted the writers of this episode. And then there is all that talk about haggis...
Dana and Dan also wish everyone a wonderful holiday!
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Music: Climb by Shane Ivers

S1E20: Court Martial

This week Dana and Dan discuss the episode titled "Court Martial." The guys talk about how Kirk gets blamed for causing the death of a crew member, try to figure out what the purpose of the ion pod is, and debate whether Jame (pronounced "Jamie") is the love child of Kirk and Mrs. Finney. They also try to figure out why Commodore Stone doesn't blink. And then there is all that talk about whether you can train a dog to wink. Needless to say, the Ramble Jar makes another appearance...
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Music: Climb by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

S1E19: Tomorrow is Yesterday

This week Dana and Dan discuss "Tomorrow is Yesterday." The guys talk about black stars, how the axis of the Earth impacts the seasons, and time travel. They also ponder how each person impacts others in great and small ways. Money gets poured into the ramble jar this week with talk about microwaves, Star Trek jokes, UFC fighters, and how not to dry out a cell phone if you drop it in water. We also add a new category to our counts for each week. And then there is all that talk about Uranus...
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Music: Climb by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

S1E5: The Enemy Within

They guys are on vacation until November 4, so please enjoy this encore episode. This week Dana and Dan discuss one of the most troubling episodes, The Enemy Within. While there are some funny parts to the show, the guys talk about sexual assault depicted in the show and the actual assault of one of the cast members. These topics may be triggering for some listeners.
If you or someone you know have experienced sexual assault, please seek help. Contact rainn.org, or call 800-656-4673.
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Music: Climb by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
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S1E15: Shore Leave

This week Dana and Dan discuss "Shore Leave." The guys talk about how the crew of the Enterprise encounters strange events while on an alien planet. They also delve into Sulu's gun collection, debate whether Dr. McCoy really dies, and ponder the morality of killing robots. And then there is the difference between a massage therapist and a masseuse...
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Music: Climb by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com