The Pensky Podcast
by The Pensky Podcast
This podcast is an attempt to analyze hundreds of hours of Star Trek! From The Original Series to the newly unveiled Star Trek: Discovery, we aim to provide a unique blend of humor, misinterpretation, and conspiracy theory. The Pensky Podcast is going boldly where many have gone before: into an examination of Star Trek!
Episodes
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60th Anniversary!
The Star Trek 60th-anniversary reunion episode! The bridge crew is back, and they have opinions. We kick off by carving a Mount Rushmore of American rock bands, then get to why modern Star Trek keeps missing the mark: streaming budgets, prestige-TV ambitions, and a cliffhanger style borrowed from...
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Endgame (Podcast Finale)
Well, folks, we’ve finally made it. Welcome to the grand, or maybe not-so-grand, finale of The Pensky Podcast. After a decade of dissecting every nook and cranny of Star Trek, we’ve reached the bittersweet end. In this final episode, we tackle the Star Trek: Voyager series finale, “Endgame,” with...
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The End
In this episode of the podcast, Wes explains why the Star Trek is coming to an end and what this means for the channel, Patreon, and other shows! Are you looking for older episodes? Find this and every other episode at The Pensky Podcast! Thanks for listening. Stay connected: •...
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The Last Generation
In a desperate last stand, Jean-Luc Picard and generations of crews both old and new fight together to save the galaxy from the greatest threat they've ever faced as the saga of Star Trek: The Next Generation comes to a thrilling, epic conclusion. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay...
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Võx
A devastating revelation about Jack alters the course of Picard’s life forever – and uncovers a truth that threatens every soul in the Federation. The final battle begins as Picard and his crew race to save the galaxy from annihilation – but not without a gut-wrenching cost. In this episode of…
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Surrender
Vadic forces Picard to make an impossible choice – deliver what he can never give... or watch his crew perish. Their only salvation lies in the mind of an old friend and old foe. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Surrender" and the abilities of the Vadic-Changelings. Plus! The...
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Dominion
Crippled, cornered, and out of options, Picard stages a gambit to trap Vadic and reveal her true motive – a gamble that puts the Titan in the crosshairs and forces Picard and Beverly to question every moral code they've ever held. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Dominion"…
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The Bounty
Now on the run, Picard and the skeleton crew of the USS Titan must break into Starfleet's most top-secret facility to expose a plot that could destroy the Federation. Picard must turn to the only soul in the galaxy who can help – an old friend. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss...
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Imposters
Caught by Starfleet and facing court martial, paranoia grows as Picard struggles to uncover whether a prodigal crewman from his past has returned as an ally – or an enemy hellbent on destroying them all. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Imposters" and the many chances of Ro...
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No Win Scenario
With time running out, Picard, Riker and crew must confront the sins of their past and heal fresh wounds, while the Titan, dead in the water, drifts helplessly toward certain destruction within a mysterious space anomaly. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "No Win Scenario" and...
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Seventeen Seconds
Picard grapples with an explosive, life-altering revelation, while the Titan and her crew try to outmaneuver a relentless Vadic in a lethal game of nautical cat and mouse. Meanwhile, Raffi and Worf uncover a nefarious plot from a vengeful enemy Starfleet has long since forgotten. In this episode…
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Disengage
Aided by Seven of Nine and the crew of the USS Titan, Picard makes a shocking discovery that will alter his life forever – and puts him on a collision course with the most cunning enemy he's ever encountered. Meanwhile, Raffi races to track a catastrophic weapon – and collides with a familiar…
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The Next Generation
After receiving a cryptic, urgent distress call from Dr. Beverly Crusher, Admiral Jean-Luc Picard enlists help from generations old and new to embark on one final adventure: a daring mission that will change Starfleet, and his old crew forever. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss...
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Retrospect
Seven believes that a visiting weapons merchant assaulted her. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Retrospect" and how storylines can change through time. Plus! The guys chat about picking a lead character, Seven's characterization, and victim blaming those who run. Are you...
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Prey
Voyager rescues a critically injured Hirogen hunter who wishes to finish his hunt against a "resilient species" – a recent enemy of the Voyager crew – as Captain Janeway gives Seven of Nine a lesson in compassion. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Prey" and continuing the...
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Hunters
Voyager receives a message from Starfleet containing letters from the crew's friends and family. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Hunters" and Predator rip-offs. Plus! The guys chat about balancing storylines, letters from home, and being large. Are you looking for older...
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Wes on “Star Trek Stories”
In this episode of the podcast, Wes sits down with fellow Trek podcast "Star Trek Stories" to discuss an old DS9 episode - "A Man Alone". Check out Star Trek Stories at https://star-trek-stories.captivate.fm/ Are you looking for older episodes? Find this and every other episode at The Pensky...
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Message in a Bottle
Seven of Nine finds an abandoned subspace relay network that has the ability to send a message, or in this case The Doctor, to a Starfleet ship detected in the Alpha Quadrant. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Message in a Bottle" and Andy Dick's appearance as a second EMH....
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Waking Moments
The crew begins to experience vivid nightmares, all containing the same mysterious alien. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Waking Moments" and Voyager's reliance on dream sequences. Plus! The guys chat about seeing the same person in your dreams, capturing Voyager, and...
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Mortal Coil
After being killed on an away mission and then revived by Seven's Borg nanoprobes, Neelix finds himself in a deep existential and spiritual crisis, questioning his faith and the meaning of his existence. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Mortal Coil" and swapping Chakotay for...
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Concerning Flight
When pirates steal the ship's main computer and other critical equipment, Captain Janeway tries to track down the missing equipment with the help of the holographic Leonardo da Vinci. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Concerning Flight" and its potentially life changing…
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Random Thoughts
B'Elanna Torres is imprisoned for having violent thoughts on a planet of peaceful telepaths. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Random Thoughts" and analyze the subconscious of Star Trek: Voyager. Plus! The guys chat about Detective Tuvok's sexual adventures, Janeway's...
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Year of Hell
Obsessed with restoring the Krenim Imperium, no matter the cost, a Krenim military temporal scientist creates changes in history that all but destroy Voyager. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss both episodes of the "Year of Hell" and Kurtwood Smith's excellent performance. Plus!...
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Scientific Method
A group of aliens perform experiments on the crew without their knowledge. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Scientific Method" and skeletons kissing. Plus! The guys chat about shoehorning Seven, a variety of ailments, and flying a starship into a binary pulsar. Are you…
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The Raven
Seven of Nine experiences flashbacks, and believes that she is being called back to the Borg Collective. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "The Raven" and if that's its name or not. Plus! The guys chat about making women eat things, the slow tease of Seven's backstory, and...
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Revulsion
The Doctor meets another sentient hologram, and tries to help the troubled program with his problems. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Revulsion" and Voyager's continued attempts at characterization. Plus! The guys chat about weirdo actors, having more questions than answers,...
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Nemesis
Chakotay is trapped on a planet where two species are fighting a genocidal war against each other. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Nemesis" and its obvious "Deadwood" influence. Plus! The guys chat about projectile weapons in Star Trek, alien crossovers, and anticipating the...
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Day of Honor
Lieutenants B'Elanna Torres and Tom Paris admit feelings for each other while close to death; a race of homeless aliens ask for Voyager's help but are not quite satisfied with what they receive. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Day of Honor" and the definition of the word...
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The Gift
Kes's telepathic and latent psychokinetic powers begin to grow rapidly while Voyager's newest crewmember, the former Borg drone Seven of Nine, deals with her new individuality. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "The Gift" and say goodbye to main cast member. Plus! The guys chat...
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Scorpion, Part II
Captain Janeway forges a shaky alliance with the Borg Collective to defeat Species 8472, leading to a new potential crewmember coming aboard. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Scorpion, Part II" and the introduction of Seven of Nine. Plus! The guys chat about copying the…
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VOY Season 3 Wrap Up
The third season of Star Trek: Voyager has come to a close. It's been one of the worst seasons of Trek we've covered so far! In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss the third season of Voyager and wonder where it all went wrong. Plus! The guys chat about narrative choices, ignoring...
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Scorpion, Part I
Upon entering Borg space, Voyager encounters an alien race even more powerful than the Borg and bent on destroying all life in the galaxy, leading Captain Janeway to enter into an alliance with the Borg in order to defeat them. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Scorpion, Part…
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Clay’s Charity Artwork Auction!
Hey all you Pod-heads, Clay here! This Friday the 13th, I’m auctioning off 12 original drawings of Jason Voorhees from each Friday the 13th movie on eBay to benefit two great charities: The American Cancer Society and The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. I hope you’ll join me on…
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Worst Case Scenario
A buried holonovel with high entertainment value depicting a Maquis mutiny is discovered. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Worst Case Scenario" and episodes with end-of-season-itis. Plus! The guys chat about the bland charisma of Robert Beltran, the difference between a...
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Displaced
Voyager crew members begin disappearing one by one, being replaced by aliens. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Displaced" and the white-hot passion of Torres and Paris. Plus! The guys chat about funny alien hats, the spectrum of comfortable temperature, and schisms between…
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Distant Origin
An alien scientist finds evidence linking his species' ancestry to Earth, but government officials refuse to accept his evidence because it conflicts with existing doctrine. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Distant Origin" and the power of Voyager's holodeck algorithms. Plus!...
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Real Life
The Doctor learns a few real life lessons with the holographic "family" he created; Voyager investigates massive subspace distortions. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Real Life" and why melodrama on Trek never seems to land. Plus! The guys talk about holographic superiority,...
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Before and After
Kes finds herself in temporal flux with her consciousness moving back in time through various episodes in her life up until her birth. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Before and After" and the novel mechanics it uses to tell a story. Plus! The guys discuss the Ocampan...
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Favorite Son
Harry seemingly learns both that he is actually a member of a Delta Quadrant race and that "his" people want him never to leave his new home. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Favorite Son" and the sexual frustration of Star Trek: Voyager. Plus! The guys chat about episodes…
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Rise
Voyager defends a planet that is being bombarded by asteroids. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Rise" and how it compares to "The Ascent" from DS9. Plus! The guys chat about Neelix's need to impress Tuvok, the proper amount of words in a resume, and the aesthetics of Tesla…
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Darkling
The Doctor alters his personality subroutines while Kes contemplates leaving Voyager for a man. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Darkling" and the disappointment of Kes. Plus! The guys chat about historical figures, Voyager getting dark, and badly setting up the Borg. Are you...
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Unity
Chakotay is injured and trapped on a world where the inhabitants are embroiled in conflict, but the people who rescue and care for him harbor a disturbing secret. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Unity" and the confusion of returning to the Borg when we already know so much...
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Blood Fever
B'Elanna Torres experiences symptoms similar to pon farr after being attacked by Ensign Vorik who is also undergoing the blood fever. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Blood Fever" and the mechanics of Pon Farr. Plus! The guys chat about Vulcan embarrassment, blaming Neelix…
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Coda
After her apparent death, Captain Janeway's journey to the afterlife, guided by her father, leaves her with suspicions. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Coda" and being haunted by demons. Plus! The guys chat about rambling speeches, stained teeth, and copies of a copy. Are…
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Alter Ego
Tuvok and Harry Kim become interested in a holodeck character who is more than she seems. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Alter Ego" and the after-school special vibes of Voyager. Plus! The guys chat about mysterious nebulae, Vulcan monogamy, and wasted cold opens. Are you...
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Fair Trade
A meeting with an old friend lands Neelix in an ever-deepening hole of trouble. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Fair Trade" and the value-add of keeping Neelix on the ship. Plus! The guys chat about yet another Expanse, learning a lesson very quickly, and forgotten…
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The Enemy Within (Patreon Revisit)
A transporter malfunction splits Captain Kirk into two people – one good and the other evil, and neither capable of functioning well separately. In this repost of a Patreon revisit, Wes and Clay discuss "The Enemy Within" from TOS' first season. Voyager will return next week - Clay was traveling...
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Macrocosm
When viruses grow to a meter in length and begin attacking the crew of Voyager, Captain Janeway and The Doctor must retake the ship. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Macrocosm" and the appropriate number of mega-viruses. Plus! The guys chat about brick-wall exposition…
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The Q and the Grey
Q has a novel idea for ending civil war in the Q Continuum: have a child with Captain Janeway. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "The Q and the Grey" and the trouble with visualizing a war amongst the gods. Plus! The guys chat about Q's choice of faction, male captains...
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Warlord
Kes is taken over by the mind-force of an obsessive rebel. In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Warlord" and the many changes coming to Star Trek: Voyager. Plus! The guys chat about breaking up while not yourself, Kes' mysterious "journey", and bat attacks! Are you looking for...
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This podcast is an attempt to analyze hundreds of hours of Star Trek! From The Original Series to the newly unveiled Star Trek: Discovery, we aim to provide a unique blend of humor, misinterpretation, and conspiracy theory. The Pensky Podcast is going boldly where many have gone before: into an examination of Star Trek!
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