The Pensky Podcast

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 twist. Are you looking for older episodes? Find this and every other episode at The Pensky Podcast ! T...

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 "honor". Plus! The guys chat about tight clothing, the difference between Worf and Torres, and premature e...

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 about drug allegories, interpersonal relationships, and tight clothing. Are you looking for older epis...

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 Locutus angle for no particular reason, ships smashing together, and debates between friends. Are you lookin...

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 aspects of characters, and which Deadwood characters would make the best starship crew. Are you looking...

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 I" and how it's the "Aliens" to "Alien" of Star Trek. Plus! The guys chat about aging CGI, Are you look...

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 10/13/23 at 10 a.m. EST for a 24-hour auction event! Use the link below to take you to the listings on Friday...

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 holo-novel and a holo-program, and forced comradery. Are you looking for older episodes? Find this and every...

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 your A and B plot. Are you looking for older episodes? Find this and every other episode at The Pensky Po...

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! The guys chat about their favorite dinosaurs, historical trials, and stories told from an alien POV. A...

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, never defining a baseline, and Klingons as a stand in for "urban youth". Are you looking for older epi...

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 lifespan, not knowing if we saw the future or not, and dirty Harry Kim. Are you looking for older episodes? F...

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 that lack themes, being reminded of "The Royale", and why one might not want to desiccate a grave. Are yo...

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 EVs. Are you looking for older episodes? Find this and every other episode at The Pensky Podcast ! Thanks...

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 looking for older episodes? Find this and every other episode at The Pensky Podcast ! Thanks for liste...

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 about them. Plus! The guys chat about the fall of the USSR, the definition of a "dead Borg", and the log...

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, and finding Borg in your bushes. Are you looking for older episodes? Find this and every other episode a...

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 you looking for older episodes? Find this and every other episode at The Pensky Podcast ! Thanks for list...

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 looking for older episodes? Find this and every other episode at The Pensky Podcast ! Thanks for listeni...

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 break-ups. Are you looking for older episodes? Find this and every other episode at The Pensky Podcast ! Thanks...

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 this past weekend and we don't have a podcast backlog at this point! Are you looking for older episodes...

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, trading Neelix for The Doctor, and transporting a holo-emitter. Are you looking for older episodes? Find this...

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 impregnating aliens, and the portrayal of Q in Voyager. Are you looking for older episodes? Find this and every...

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 older episodes? Find this and every other episode at The Pensky Podcast ! Thanks for listening. Stay conn...

With just hours until the Europa Launch, Picard and the crew find themselves in a race against time to save the future. It's the season finale! In this episode of the podcast, Wes and Clay discuss "Farewell" and the construction of a story built around ignoring its foundation. Plus! The guys chat about the show's understanding of the Borg, saying goodbye to Q, and Clay's ultimate solution to fix t...