Listener sentiment
The Delta Flyers commands strong fan affection, with listeners praising the authentic behind-the-scenes insights and genuine chemistry between hosts Garrett Wang and Robert Duncan McNeill. The scene-by-scene format, combined with McNeill's directing perspective and the recent addition of Terry Farrell and Armin Shimerman for Deep Space Nine coverage, has deepened the appeal for longtime Trek fans. However, a persistent frustration emerges across multiple reviews: listeners struggle with what they perceive as excessively harsh criticism of the shows themselves. Several reviewers note that the hosts, despite helping create these series, frequently nitpick acting choices, writing, and directing decisions to a degree that undercuts enjoyment. Secondary complaints include Wang's tendency to interrupt and steamroll fellow panelists (especially the DS9 guests), awkwardly placed and loud ad insertions that disrupt the conversation, and content paywalls that now gate episode ratings behind a subscription. While most listeners remain deeply engaged, the pattern suggests a widening gap between fans seeking nostalgic celebration and hosts who often sound professionally distant from their own work.
Apple4.7 · 330
Summary generated May 28, 2026
