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Horizon Jan 14, 2021

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While Enterprise diverts to observe an unusual planetary event, Travis Mayweather takes time off to visit his family on the cargo ship where he was born and raised, the Horizon.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Horizon" and the unfortunate irrelevance of Travis Mayweather. Plus! The guys chat about returning to Enterprise after a season of Discovery, bouncing around on the bed without artificial gravity, and Trip's choice of horror movie!

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That Hope is You, Part II Jan 09, 2021

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As the Emerald Chain tightens its grip and the mystery of the Burn is finally solved, Burnham and the crew have one last chance to save themselves – and the Federation.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "That Hope is You, Part II" and the underwhelming solution to "The Burn". Plus! The guys talk about shooting the Discovery, walking away before someone is dead, and the complete destruction of Admiral Vance.

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There is a Tide… Jan 01, 2021

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After capturing the U.S.S. Discovery, Osyraa seeks a meeting with Admiral Vance while Burnham and the crew must overcome unimaginable odds as they attempt to regain command of their ship.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "There is a Tide..." and the incredibly frustrating storytelling of Star Trek: Discovery. Plus! The guys chat about hammering out a contract, Stamets forcing his familial self on Adira, and the technical details of The Burn.

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Su’Kal Dec 27, 2020

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Discovery ventures to the Verubin Nebula, where Burnham, Saru, and Culber make a shocking realization about the origin of The Burn as the rest of the crew faces an unexpected threat.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Su'Kal" and the failure of Star Trek: Discovery to merge the personal with the epic. Plus! The guys chat about fantastical holodecks, cloaking but remaining stationary, and Snapchat level conflict.

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Judgment Dec 22, 2020

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Captain Archer is tried in a Klingon tribunal for attacking a Klingon ship and inciting a rebellion.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Judgment" and how far you can try to bend the Klingons before they break. Plus! The guys chat about The Undiscovered Country, Martok as a lawyer, and the right way to drink coffee.

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Terra Firma, Part II Dec 18, 2020

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Georgiou uncovers the true depths of the plot against her, leading her to a revelation about how deeply her time on the USS Discovery truly changed her.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Terra Firma, Part II" and the clumsy exit of Phillipa Georgiou from Star Trek: Discovery. Plus! The guys talk about splitting timelines, the personification of the Guardian of Forever, and toasts made in bad taste.

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The Crossing Dec 15, 2020

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Enterprise is captured by a ship of non-corporeal beings who wish to trade consciousnesses with the crew's bodies. But these "wisps" may not plan on giving the bodies back...

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "The Crossing" and debate why a species of non-corporeal aliens would have a spaceship. Plus! The guys talk about Vulcan pajamas, counting with Phlox, and punching Mayweather.

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Terra Firma, Part I Dec 11, 2020

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The USS Discovery crew journeys to a mysterious planet in hopes of finding a cure for Georgiou's deteriorating condition.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Terra Firma, Part I" and the "arc" of Emperor Georgiou. Plus! The guys talk about heading back to the Mirror Universe, super-ship USS Discovery, and Vance letting people do whatever they want to do.

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The Sanctuary Dec 04, 2020

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Burnham and the U.S.S. Discovery crew travel to Book’s home planet to help rescue it from Osyraa, the formidable leader of the Emerald Chain. Meanwhile, Stamets and Adira continue their search for valuable information on the origin of the Burn.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "The Sanctuary" and how Discovery chooses to tell its stories. Plus! The guys talk about low budgets, alien locusts, and kimono bathrobes.

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Canamar Dec 01, 2020

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Archer and Tucker are mistakenly arrested and placed on a prison ship bound for the infamous penal colony of Canamar.

In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Canamar" and action plots done well. Plus! The guys talk about imparting a moral lesson in the last 5 seconds, gross aliens, and many "oh look it's that guy" reactions.

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