Once again, we are boldly going where everyone has gone before! Following on the heels of our episode where we discussed our favorite episodes from Star Trek season one (see episode 153), we look at our favorite episodes from season two of Star Trek. Beaming in is our good friend, Lord Blood-Rah, to share his thoughts. Many consider the second season of the classic show to be its best. It certainly had its' share of landmark episodes. Give the episode a listen and then tell us what your favorite second season episodes are!

Don't miss the Sensor Sweep, where you can learn all about what Lord Blood-Rah has going on (including an appearance at the February 15th East Bay Comic Con!), the new guests Bob has lined up for this year's Godzillafest, what Karen is doing on her YouTube show, and if you go to our YouTube channel, you can see the amazing Frankenstein mask Larry received from friend of Planet 8 Jeff Wehenkel!

We hope you enjoy this episode. Do let us know your favorite episodes from Star Trek season two. Our hailing frequencies are the following:

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Combat will continue with the ahn woon!!

In this episode, we remember the wonderful Bob Burns, who passed on December 12, 2025 at the age of 90. Bob was a film historian and archivist, well-known for his amazing collection of science fiction film props which were kept in what was affectionately known as "Bob's Basement." Bob was gracious in allowing people to not only tour this collection but to handle these prized items. He and his wife Kathy, who passed in 2021, were also well-known for the Halloween shows that they would orchestrate at their home, with the help of many industry professionals. These spook shows were complete theatrical experiences. The Planet 8 crew talks about Bob, and we also have some testimonials from friends of the show.

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RIP Bob

The holidays are here and we all have many traditions we like to follow. For many of us, these include watching certain movies that put us in the holiday spirit. Some of the most popular films are versions of the Charles Dicken's classic, A Christmas Carol. Though published in 1843, this tale is just as popular today, with its story of redemption told via a visit by three spirits (four, if you count Marley). Ghost stories were regularly told in the winter months by folks living through cold, dark nights. Dickens took that framework and applied a holiday angle to it. Ebeneezer Scrooge has become a symbol for any greedy, heartless person. But Scrooge is also an example of the chance for redemption. Your Planet 8 crew discusses three of their favorite film versions of this tale: the 1938 film with Reginald Owen as Scrooge, the 1951 version starring Alastair Sim, and Bill Murray's Scrooged from 1988. We also touch on a number of other adaptations.

For our Sensor Sweep, Bob shares an appropriate book: The Scary Book of Christmas Lore, 50 Terrifying Yuletide Tales. These stories from around the world sound a lot scarier than any version of A Christmas Carol. Karen shares her Christmas gift to herself: the book Timeline of the Planet of the Apes by Rich Handley. Maybe she can finally figure out how the paradox works! Finally, Larry also has a book! It's the deluxe edition of Star Wars The Revenge of the Sith novelization.

We want to thank all of you for your support, for listening to or watching the show, and sharing your thoughts and memories with us. We hope that all of you have a wonderful Christmas, Hanukkah, Solstice, or whatever you may celebrate! And may 2026 be a good year for all of us.

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