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Dropping Names ...and other things

Brent Spiner & Jonathan Frakes
Star Trek
Firefly
Dean Devlin
Star Trek: the Next Generation
Star Trek the Next Generation
Community (TV Series)
Reading Rainbow
Roots
Everybody Loves Raymond
Hollywood
Funko Pop
Convention
Acting

Dropping Names ...and other things with Brent & Jonny is a conversation podcast show from Star Trek: The Next Generation stars Brent Spiner and Jonathan Frakes. Each episode, these longtime friends sit down with fascinating characters they’ve met across decades in Hollywood.

Whether you're a sci-fi fan, a film buff, or just here for the laughs, this is the show where great stories meet great conve... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes8Founded3 months ago
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Latest Episodes

Joel McHale joins Dropping Names for an epic conversation covering everything from the highly anticipated Community movie to his unforgettable experience hosting the White House Correspondents' Dinner for President Obama.

Joel opens up about being b... more

Join us for an exhilarating episode of Dropping Names as we dive deep into the world of filmmaking with the legendary Dean Devlin. Known for his work on iconic films like Independence Day and Stargate, Dean shares behind-the-scenes stories, his journ... more

Felicia Day joins Brent Spiner and Jonathan Frakes for a wildly fun, funny, and surprisingly deep conversation about building a career by making your own lane, long before that was the norm.

They talk about Firefly, The Guild, Buffy the Vampire Slay... more

Phil Rosenthal joins Brent Spiner and Jonathan Frakes for a funny, insightful, and surprisingly heartfelt conversation about sitcoms, Hollywood, creative control, travel, food, and the stories behind Everybody Loves Raymond and Somebody Feed Phil.

P... more

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Recent Guests

Joel McHale
Actor/comedian, host of The Soup and other projects
Episode: Community Movie & Chevy Chase Drama with Joel McHale
Dean Devlin
Producer, director, actor, entrepreneur
Electric Now (as guest on episode)
Episode: Behind the Curtain with Dean Devlin
Felicia Day
American actor, writer, producer, podcaster, maker
Geek & Sundry, The Guild
Episode: The Queen of Geek Culture (Felicia Day)
Phil Rosenthal
Creator of Everybody Loves Raymond, TV producer and writer
Raymond production
Episode: Sitcoms, Food and the Good Life with Phil Rosenthal
Charlize Theron
A guest introduced in the flow of anecdotes, renowned actor
Actor
Episode: Family Guy to Star Trek and Beyond with Seth MacFarlane
LeVar Burton
Actor, director, and author best known for his roles in Roots and Reading Rainbow
Reading Rainbow
Episode: Beyond the Reading Rainbow, Roots and Star Trek with LeVar Burton

Hosts

Brent Spiner
Host and veteran actor known for a long-running collaboration with fellow star; often threads stories from Star Trek and broader acting career into conversations.
Jonathan Frakes
Co-host, actor and director; brings decades of show business experience and a knack for banter and storytelling with guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 592 ratings
  • Absolutely Love it!

    Not much else to say. Great show! Episodes are easy to listen to repeatedly. Great work companion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    triarthrus
    United States13 days ago
  • Love it!!!

    Omg I grew up watchingStar Trek Next Generation, and holy smokes I did not know that Brent(Data) & Jonathan(#2) had a great sense of humor. Lol keep it coming guys!! Whoa

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gizmo/117
    United States14 days ago
  • The 4th season of Orville is written!!!!!What the …. BRING IT ON!

    What an absolute joy to find this……. Just more please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jan MacD
    Australia18 days ago
  • Singing Maria

    Thanks for singing the song Maria to my autistic daughter named Maria at the Missouri Comic Con. She loves all things Star Trek and loved it. She will remember it for the rest of her life.

    Todd Hildreth

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    King Tead
    United Statesa month ago
  • Podcast: The Next Iteration

    I have to admit, I’m such a fan of both of these guys that I was all in before an episode ever got dropped. Beyond Trek, they are both incredibly engaging and authentic, and you can’t help but root for everything they do.

    Imagine my delight when episodes began to drop and they were truly excellent and absolutely unique!

    These long form conversations that can take truly any route, are absolutely enthralling to see and/or hear unravel.

    Brent and Jonny have a rapport that has clearly been built ov... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blockmattp
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners enjoy behind-the-scenes tales and guest anecdotes
Nostalgic pull for Star Trek connections and era-specific stories
Fans love the bell and name-dropping energy as a signature vibe
Production quirks like ad pacing or bell timing are noted by some listeners
Chemistry and friendship between hosts is consistently praised

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Talking Points

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Community Movie & Chevy Chase Drama with Joel McHale
Q: How do you view the podcast in relation to traditional talk shows, and what makes it feel different from TV formats?
The hosts describe the podcast as a long-form talk show that allows for extended conversations, real-time banter, and deeper storytelling than standard 15- to 20-minute TV segments, enabled by editing that preserves the core 'gold' of the conversations.
Behind the Curtain with Dean Devlin
Q: What advice did you receive from Al Pacino about acting and on-set presence that stuck with you?
Pacino stressed that the crew should not be able to see the actor overacting; the lesson was to perform for the camera, not for the people on stage, a principle that shaped later performances and on-set blocking.
Behind the Curtain with Dean Devlin
Q: Who are you most excited to have worked with or met that you couldn't quite believe you were standing next to?
Dean Devlin recalls meeting and working with a range of remarkable talents, emphasizing the human moments and the awe of sharing space with legendary figures, and later reflecting on how certain actors elevated their projects through bold, authentic performances.

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What is Dropping Names ...and other things about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two longtime collaborators who are famous for their work in sci-fi and stage/film sit down with guests from diverse corners of Hollywood to swap stories, reflect on careers, and share behind-the-scenes moments from show business. Recurring threads include the evolution of independent projects, the tension between polish and authenticity, and how communities and networks help projects find audiences. A distinctive element is the playful bell that punctuates name-drops and anecdotes, which fans either love as a signature bit or critique when it interrupts narration. The tone is intimate, humorous, and deeply rooted in decades of friendship, offering fans a warm, anecdote-rich glimpse into the industry with a strong emphasis on camaraderie and... more

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