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Hide and Seek (Teaser) Apr 30, 2022

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Picard and his crew fight for their lives as they come under attack from a new incarnation of an old enemy. But to survive, Picard must first face the ghosts of his past. Seven and Raffi have a final showdown with Jurati.

This audio is a short sample of a much longer discussion that Clay and I had about the Star Trek: Picard second season episode, “Hide and Seek”.

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In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Hide and Seek" and being a single Borg seeking friends. Plus! The guys chat about Borg mercs, sword fighting, and potential endings.

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Emanations Apr 26, 2022

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Investigating mineral deposits on an asteroid, Harry Kim is trapped on an alien planet.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay are joined by Voyager Super Fan Sean to discuss "Emanations" and the proper way to disrespect ancient burial grounds. Plus! The guys chat about letting the ensign speak, a tough day at the transporter, and knowing the facts of your own demise.

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Mercy (Teaser) Apr 23, 2022

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With time running out before the launch of the Europa Mission, Picard and Guinan must free themselves from FBI custody. Seven and Raffi come face-to-face with Jurati and the horror of what she's become.

This audio is a short sample of a much longer discussion that Clay and I had about the Star Trek: Picard second season episode, “Mercy”.

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In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Mercy" and the watering down of the concept of trauma. Plus! The guys chat about casting fake-outs, eating batteries, and why Deadwood is one of the greatest shows of all time.

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Ex Post Facto Apr 19, 2022

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Tom Paris is convicted of murder. He denies having committed the crime, even though the images extracted from the victim's own memory seem to prove his guilt.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay talk about "Ex Post Facto" and the passionate adventures of Detective Tuvok. Plus! The guys chat about the sins of Tom Paris, unnecessary characters, and Vulcan detectives.

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Monsters (Teaser) Apr 16, 2022

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Tallinn ventures inside Picard's subconscious mind to help wake him from a coma and face both his darkest secrets and deepest fears. Seven and Raffi go in search of Jurati whom they fear has succumbed to the monster inside. Rios struggles to hide the truth of who he really is from Teresa.

This audio is a short sample of a much longer discussion that Clay and I had about the Star Trek: Picard second season episode, “Monsters".

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In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Monsters" and finding out that the origin of your trauma is actually worse than you thought. Plus! The guys chat about El-Aurian technology, the potential impact of COVID on the production, and losing all hope.

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Eye of the Needle Apr 12, 2022

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Voyager makes contact with a Romulan ship through a wormhole that leads back to the Alpha Quadrant.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Eye of the Needle" and getting the timing right. Plus! The guys chat about the year 2002, Maquis uniforms, and contaminating the timeline.

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Two of One (Teaser) Apr 09, 2022

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With the help of Tallinn, Picard and the crew infiltrate a gala on the eve of a joint space mission, to protect one of the astronauts they believe to be integral to the restoration of the timeline – Renée Picard. Kore makes a startling discovery about her father's work.

This audio is a short sample of a much longer discussion that Clay and I had about the Star Trek: Picard second season episode, "Two of One”.

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In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Two of One" and the logistics of Q's plot. Plus! The guys chat about not knowing names, cigars so good you forget about fascism, and robot bodies.

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The Cloud Apr 05, 2022

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With energy reserves nearly depleted, Voyager investigates possible resources inside a nebula, which - as it turns out - is not really a nebula.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "The Cloud" and the sexual proclivities of Tom Paris. Plus! The guys talk about the Star Trek formula, the emptiness of Neelix, and body language from the captain's chair.

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Fly Me to the Moon (Teaser) Apr 02, 2022

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Picard discovers an important person from his past may be integral to the divergence in the timeline. Q continues his manipulation of the timeline, taking an interest in Dr. Adam Soong. Seven and Raffi attempt a daring rescue of Rios, while Jurati faces the consequences of her deal with the Borg Queen.

This audio is a short sample of a much longer discussion that Clay and I had about the Star Trek: Picard second season episode, “Fly Me to the Moon”.

To listen to the entire discussion, head over to Patreon and support the show. For only $5 a month, you’ll get full access to our coverage of Picard.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Fly Me to the Moon" and getting over it in three days. Plus! The guys chat about Q's endgame, Resident Evil shotguns, and Rios putting ICE... on ice.

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Phage Mar 29, 2022

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Neelix's lungs are removed by a race that suffers from a deadly phage that is slowly destroying their population prompting them to harvest replacement organs and tissues from other species.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Phage" and why robbing Peter to replace Paul's lungs is never a good idea. Plus! The guys chat about the nature of Kes, itches you can't reach, and melty-faced villains of dubious quality.

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