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These Are the Voyages… Feb 10, 2022

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In hopes of receiving some help before making a difficult personal decision, Commander William T. Riker of the Enterprise-D observes a holodeck simulation of the final mission of the original starship Enterprise, as commanded by Jonathan Archer, in the days immediately preceding the birth of the United Federation of Planets over two centuries earlier.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss the series finale of Star Trek: Enterprise, "These Are the Voyages...". Plus! The guys chat about the return of Rick Berman and Brannon Braga, deciding that you have to die, and not getting court-side seats at the founding of the Federation.

Thanks so much for joining us on our journey through Star Trek: Enterprise. We will do a series wrap up next week, with a live stream on our YouTube channel around the same time. Be sure to subscribe to the YouTube channel so you don't miss out - the link can be found below.

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Terra Prime Feb 03, 2022

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A Human isolationist leader threatens to destroy Starfleet Command unless all aliens leave the Sol system immediately.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Terra Prime" and its status as the "true ending" of Star Trek: Enterprise. Plus! The guys talk about redundant dialogue, Paxton's plan with the baby, and everyone getting a piece of the action.

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Demons Jan 27, 2022

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A xenophobic faction of Humanity threatens to undermine talks to form a new coalition of planets.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Demons" and ending the show where it should have started. Plus! The guys chat about the simplification of complicated issues, the chaos of Trip and T'Pol, and attacking the ones that you love.

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In a Mirror, Darkly Jan 20, 2022

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In the mirror universe, Commander Archer mutinies against Captain Forrest in order to capture a future Earth ship found in Tholian space.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss both parts of "In a Mirror, Darkly" and how effective the fourth season of Enterprise is being in delivering "fan service". Plus! The guys talk about captain power rankings, CGI Gorn, and the improved Tholian Web 2.0.

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Bound Jan 13, 2022

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While T'Pol and Tucker discover that they have developed a psychic bond, Captain Archer receives three Orion slave girls as a gift for negotiating with the devious Orion Syndicate – with rather disastrous results.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Bound" and why it's similar to "Wrongs Darker Than Death or Night". Plus! The guys chat about third-wave feminism, the definition of "reactionary", and myopic stories.

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Divergence Jan 06, 2022

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With Columbia's help, the Enterprise crew grapples with sabotage to their ship as they pursue the truth behind the kidnapping of Phlox.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Divergence" and Klingon medical protocols. Plus! The guys talk about Section 31's ultimate plan, excellent Klingon acting, and cranial reconstruction surgery.

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Affliction Dec 30, 2021

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While Enterprise visits Earth for the launch of Columbia, Phlox is kidnapped and forced to help the Klingons deal with a grave threat toward their species.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Affliction" and the solution to Clay's most annoying and consistent complaint. Plus! The guys chat about the ultimate fashion solution, Klingon protocols, and pulsating lights.

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The Aenar Dec 23, 2021

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Archer visits Shran's icy homeworld to find an Andorian subspecies called the Aenar, to determine their connection to the marauders destroying ships in the region.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "The Aenar" and confused endings. Plus! The guys chat about the characterization of Shran, needless canon connections, and when melodrama goes wrong.

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United Dec 16, 2021

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Archer tries to unify the Andorians, Tellarites, Humans, and Vulcans in a plan to capture a marauder ship threatening to destabilize the region.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay analyze "United" the origins of what will eventually become the Federation. Plus! The guys chat about the definition of a loophole, speaking in subtle code, and condensing complexities into simplicity.

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Babel One Dec 09, 2021

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Enterprise journeys to Babel with a Tellarite ambassador on board for peace talks with the Andorians, when a distress call from Shran is received.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Babel One" and the difference between insults and arguments. Plus! The guys chat about characterizing the founding members of the Federation, trying to pack in information, and Romulan fashion choices.

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