Worse than the Borg

Shane is joined by co-hosts Steph and CJ and special guest Dio to discuss the final episode of the first season of Star Trek: Lower Decks. They vibe to some jazz trombone, feast on First Contact Day salmon and discuss Starfleet-brand colonialism. 

Peace and long life to all of our co-hosts and special guests from this intensely fun, surprisingly deep and highly illogical season of Worse Than The Borg. And the Starfleet Medal of Valor goes to you, our listeners! Thank you for exploring the vast reaches of the galaxy with us yet again. See you in Season 3! Expect new uniforms and/or shaved heads.

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Rainbow Railroad

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Since 2006, Rainbow Railroad has helped more than 800 persecuted LGBTQI people from 38 countries travel to safety.

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This week Shane is joined by co-hosts CJ and Kadeem and returning special guest Jack. They boldly explore everyone's favourite Trek films, successful therapy, chartering flights to Risa in the future, Xon-lore, and the economy of the alpha quadrant.

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Queer Asterisk Colorado

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To act as a safe haven for queer and transgender clients and as an educational powerhouse for clinicians looking to improve their cultural competency around gender and sexual diversity. These conversations are important to have if we are to be truly prepared for the future.

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Happy First Contact Day! On this episode, Shane is joined by co-hosts Steph and CJ and special guest Dio. They discuss the concept of winners vs. lower deckers, how Star Trek mishandles disability consistently, and question the economics of Starfleet. Plus some love for Tendi and The Dog.

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Side By Side Virginia

Their mission: 

To create supportive communities where Virginia’s LGBTQ+ youth can define themselves, belong, and flourish, including a commitment to the flourishing of Black LGBTQ+ youth.

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Shane is joined by co-hosts Ron and Jia Qing and special guest Tim. They contemplate whether Badgey is the culmination of every holodeck malfunction ever or just a villain of the week, ask why Starfleet operates on Earth time (hint: colonialism!), and they question white male exceptionalism. But mostly it's just ship noises.

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HIV/AIDS Regional Services (HARS)

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To provide comprehensive services including education, prevention, and support for people living with, at risk of, or affected by HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted bloodborne infections (STBBIs), in addition to advocating for broader social change to reduce stigma and discrimination.

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Shane is joined by co-hosts Kadeem and Stephanie and special guest Kat as they try to unravel the mysteries of the universe. What is a Q? How is one supposed to celebrate Captain Picard Day? What is a stardate. We won't get to the bottom of any of it.

Shane is joined by co-hosts CJ and Kadeem and special guest Jack Whelan as they discuss Orion pheremones, how many omniscient beings actually control the universe and filters of all kinds - carbon, bio, you name it!

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Colorado Name Change Project

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To improve the lives of transgender Coloradans by assisting them with their legal name change and gender marker corrections. Through workshops across the state, pro bono legal assistance, nonpartisan advocacy, and innovative technology implementation, they seek to make being who you truly are easier to accomplish.

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Shane is joined by co-hosts Ron and Jiaqing and special guest Jomar as they breakdown a wild relatable episode of Lower Decks. They truly are the worst and open with a tech issue. They discuss thriving in chaos, the empowerment that comes with our scars and ways to combat anti-Asian violence. Check out the campaign #facerace to learn more about ways you can help in Canada.

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Homes First Toronto

Their mission: Home First provides Housing First. Homes First has been providing supportive housing and shelter for over 35 years to all populations. They were the first and remain one of the largest providers of homes for people with the fewest options in Toronto.

Shane is joined by co-hosts Commander Ronnie and Ensign Jiaqing as they welcome aboard Ambassador Tim Packulak - an Engineering Enthusiast by passion and profession. They discuss Mars, finding your passion, white suburban tourists and crash head first into the Janeway Protocol!

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Black Health Alliance

Their mission: To reduce the racial disparities in health outcomes and promote health and well being for people from the diverse Black communities in Canada with emphasis on the broad determinants of health, including racism.

Shane is joined by co-hosts Ravi and Ron once again to introduce the first episode of the animated comedy, Star Trek: Lower Decks! They discuss @TNG_S8, loving and wanting even more diversity within their character tropes, Caitians, and ship schematics.

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A special recap episode with Shane, Ronnie, and Ravi breaking down their highlights and flops from Season 3 of Star Trek Discovery. Thank you everyone for an incredible season and stay tuned for our upcoming season where we cover Star Trek Lower Decks!

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In this episode, Guest Ambassador Kristen joins us to wrap up our season with this last episode of Star Trek Discovery “That Hope Is You, Part 2”.  What an incredible end to an incredible season! Thanks to our amazing guests and listeners!

In this episode, Guest Ambassador Matty joins us to talk about the latest episode of Star Trek Discovery “There Is A Tide…”. This week, Ravi drops a bombshell of what could happen in the next episode which Shane disputes with some HOT GOSSIP.

In this episode, Guest Ambassador Jia Qing RETURNS!!! to talk about the latest episode of Star Trek Discovery “Su'Kal”. This week, we reach peak-Doug Jones fandom and Ron uncovers a mole! Also, it was all just a God Child.

In this episode, Guest Ambassador Kadeem warps in to talk about the latest episode of Star Trek Discovery “Terra Firma II” and a special appearance from last week’s guest, Steph!

In this episode, Guest Ambassador Steph joins us to talk about the latest episode of Star Trek Discovery “Terra Firma I”, Levar Burton (’s image) takes over for Shane due to flakey internet, and more late night pronunciation butchering!

Mission Log 1.7 - Defund Starfleet (S03E07 - Unification III)

In this episode, Guest Ambassadors Elliott and Thom from Do You Queer What I Queer join us in a *cross-over episode* latest episode of Star Trek Discovery “Unification III”, Ravi doesn’t completely butcher the recap and Shane shows off his Star Trek trading cards.

In this episode, Guest Ambassador Erin takes the plunge and talks about the latest episode of Star Trek Discovery “Scavengers”.

Mission Log 1.5 - Black Alert!!! (S03E05 - Die Trying)

In this episode, Guest Ambassador Andrew discusses the latest episode of Star Trek Discovery “Die Trying”.

In this episode, Guest Ambassador CJ comes aboard to share her perspectives on the US elections and the latest episode of Star Trek Discovery episode "Forget Me Not”.

In this episode, Guest Ambassador Divyesh joins us as we unwrap into the Star Trek Discovery episode "People of Earth".

In this episode, Guest Ambassador Jia Qing joins us as we dig into the Star Trek Discovery episode "Far From Home".