Our Favorite TV Series Part Quatro

Star Trek: The Next Generation

Burke and Scott discussed several television shows, focusing on Star Trek: The Next Generation, which ran from 1987 to 1994 and received numerous awards including 19 Emmys, two Hugos, and six Saturn Awards. They explored the show's evolution, particularly how it improved after Riker grew his beard in Season 3, and highlighted key episodes like "The Inner Light" and "The Best of Both Worlds." Scott shared his introduction to the show during his time in the Navy, while Burke noted his mother's influence in getting him hooked on it. They also discussed The Originals, a supernatural drama set in New Orleans, and Space 1999, a British sci-fi series from the 1970s that impressed Burke with its special effects and guest stars.

Audio Discussion and Show Review

Scott and Burke took a break during their discussion, with Scott mentioning he needed to use the restroom. Upon returning, they resumed their conversation, with Scott finding and playing an audio clip of "Fight the Fairies" from a show. They discussed audio settings and preferences in Audacity, with Burke noting that the program only played audio through his headsets. Scott then played a trailer for a show, and asked Burke for his thoughts after, which Burke compared it to another show he had seen.

Grimm: Supernatural Fairy Tale Series

Scott and Burke discussed the TV show Grimm, produced by the creators of Buffy and Angel. Scott explained the premise, characters, and plot of the show, highlighting its blend of fairy tale elements, supernatural creatures, and dark humor. He recommended Burke watch the series, noting its high production values and realistic CGI. Burke expressed interest in the show, particularly since it's available for free on Amazon Prime. They briefly discussed the evolution of TV episode lengths and the use of Brave browser to avoid commercials.

Political Insights and Policy Discussions

Scott and Burke discussed the potential peace agreement between Hamas and Israel, with mixed media coverage and skepticism about its authenticity. They shared their views on immigration, law enforcement, and political parties, agreeing on the need for stricter immigration laws while expressing concerns about the current political climate and the potential for civil unrest. Scott introduced Harold Ford Jr. as a potential presidential candidate who represents a moderate approach within the Democratic Party. They also touched on welfare abuse and the importance of maintaining work ethic, before wrapping up the conversation with a review of their recent podcast recording session.