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Warp Five is a Trek.fm podcast dedicated entirely to Star Trek: Enterprise. Not an episode review show, Warp Five explores specific elements of Enterprise each week with host Christopher Jones and guests. We're also joined periodically by guests from Enterprise and across the Star Trek franchise, including Brannon Braga, Dave Rossi, and Doug Drexler.
“Twilight” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 39 minutes 58 seconds
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As anomalies in the Delphic Expanse rock the Enterprise, T’Pol is trapped under debris and Archer works to rescue her. Although he pulls her out just in time, another wave smacks him head-on and knocks him out. Even worse, the wave deposits interspatial parasites in his hippocampus. He is also left with anterograde amnesia, leaving him without the ability to form long-term memories. One morning, he awakes to find that he’s been shacking up with T’Pol for the past 12 years, that he has a Vulcan haircut, and that the Xindi conflict is over—and Earth lost.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 3 with “Twilight,” Mike Sussman‘s clever concept, the story’s Voyager origins, and how it raises the stakes for the rest of the season.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
A Clever Concept (00:02:10)
Jolene and Scott Shine (00:05:20)
Voyager Origins (00:13:00)
The Reset Button (00:23:33)
THIS Is Ceti Alpha V!!! (00:29:30)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:32:50)
Closing (36:30)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“The Shipment” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 39 minutes 26 seconds
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With deployment of the Xindi superweapon just weeks away, the Enterprise follows a tip from Hoshi’s almost boyfriend, Tarquin, and visits a planet where Xindi-Arboreals are refining kemocite. The mineral will be used in the construction of the weapon, something the facility’s primary technician, Gralik Durr, claims to be unaware of when confronted by Archer. He agrees to help the humans by sabotaging the final shipment. Meanwhile, Trip, Phlox, and T’Pol take apart Xindi-Reptilian guns and discover that they are powered by worms.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 3 with “The Shipment,” how the episode quickly pushes the Xindi story forward, its nuanced look at conflict and trust, and a fun science fiction take on alien tech.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
Pushing the Story Forward (00:02:15)
Durr's Doubts (00:10:23)
A Nuanced Discussion (00:14:07)
Archer's Angst (00:21:14)
KemoCITE! (00:24:48)
Gunny Worms (00:26:45)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:31:33)
Closing (00:36:25)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“Exile” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 44 minutes 22 seconds
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Contacted telepathically by an alien who says he might be able to help find the Xindi, Hoshi decides to take advantage of the opportunity by packing her nicest dresses and high heels for a stay at his mysterious castle. At first she’s happy to be his guest and even enjoys a lavish dinner of her Earth favorites—despite being creeped out by his mind-reading. But the mood is soured when she discovers the graves of past guests just outside, leaving little more to do until the Enterprise returns but translate a book written in an undecipherable alien language while staying comfortable in leisure wear.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 3 with “Exile” as we discuss Star Trek's attempt to do Beauty and the Beast in space.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
Be Our Guest! (00:02:25)
Mixed Signals (00:07:43)
An Unnecessary Pit Stop? (00:16:01)
An Uneasy Feeling … or Sphering (00:20:58)
Visual Effects (00:24:06)
Mind Games and Plot Holes (00:28:19)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:36:35)
Closing (00:41:16)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“Impulse” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 49 minutes 34 seconds
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A distress call leads the Enterprise to a derelict Vulcan cruiser trapped in an asteroid field. When the crew boards the ship to mount a rescue, they find not the calm and cold Vulcans they’re used to but rather scary and cold zombies. As they attempt to get off the ship, whatever has transformed the Vulcan crew begins to affect T’Pol. And as her behavior becomes more and more irrational, a new threat to survival comes from within the landing party itself.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 3 with “Impulse” as we discuss how the story flips the Human–Vulcan narrative and accelerates T'Pol's character development.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
Flipping the Vulcan-Human Narrative (00:02:10)
Suspicious Minds (00:12:34)
One Long Chase Sequence (00:17:19)
Jolene's Brilliant Performance (00:21:56)
Remembering Who We Are (00:28:13)
VFX Advancements (00:34:01)
Shortest Cold Open (00:37:24)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:39:34)
Closing (00:45:27)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“Rajiin” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 47 minutes 11 seconds
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While the Xindi Council continues to debate how best to destroy Earth, the Enterprise welcomes aboard a beautiful passenger. Archer rescued the lingerie-clad alien from a slave market on the Xanathan planet where he, Tucker, and Reed sought clues about the Xindi and a way to synthesize trellium-D. It turns out that the freed woman may not have the information they need, but she does have ulterior motives … and the hots for everyone. Things take an even weirder turn when the Xindi Reptilions and Insectoids show up looking for their electric Barbarella.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 3 with “Rajiin” as we discuss Xindi motivations, Rajiin's reality, Archer's hard knocks journey, and how this installment advances the overall story.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)Xindi Motivations (00:02:14)Archer Learns Star Trek Tropes (00:07:16)Should Rajiin Have Returned? (00:14:46)Muddy Powers (00:18:58)Susceptible to Abuse? (00:23:36)Managing Time in Storytelling (00:28:03)Advancing Trip and T'Pol (00:31:45)A TOS Vibe (00:37:26)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:39:52)Closing (00:44:07)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“Extinction” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 42 minutes 2 seconds
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Arriving at a dangerous planet not clearly marked, Enterprise crew find themselves being transformed into primitive creatures who apparently have amazing scientific prowess. Luckily, the mutagenic virus created by this civilization’s geneticists doesn’t work on T’Pol, thanks to her Vulcan K cells. Otherwise, all would have been lost before the end of Act 1. Will Doctor Phlox find a cure in time? It’s Star Trek meets Planet of the Apes—long before IDW did an official crossover—in this peach of an Enterprise episode.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 3 with “Extinction” as we discuss if anything good comes from Archer, Hoshi, and Malcolm cracking open a grub-filled coconut.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
Advancing Trip and T'Pol … and Archer (00:03:02)
A Devolving Story (00:09:58)
Borg Parallels(00:19:56)
What Is Going on Here? (00:25:10)
Connecting to the Story (00:31:33)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:35:38)
Closing (00:38:24)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“Anomaly” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 43 minutes 2 seconds
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Things in the Expanse get weirder—and more dangerous—as an anomaly starts rearranging Enterprise. And an unexpected visit from a group of alien pirates complicates matters and threatens to leave the crew stranded. Porthos knew it was going to be a bad day when he saw a book on the floor, but he didn't realize just how bad it would get. To keep the mission on track, Archer has to resort to more extreme measures, including torture. In the process of retrieving their supplies, the crew uncovers an even deeper mystery: an ancient sphere. And to find it, they just had to follow Jenny.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 3 with “Anomaly” as we discuss how the Expanse changes people, the mystery of the spheres, and more.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
Cosmic Canvas (00:02:49)
(Almost) an Orion Backstory (00:09:06)
Archer Changes (00:13:15)
MACOs Matter (00:17:42)
The Spheres (00:22:24)
Subtle Continuity (00:28:29)
What's in a Name? (00:31:34)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:35:57)
Closing (00:39:07)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“The Expanse” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 48 minutes 54 seconds
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As Enterprise journeys deeper into the Delphic Expanse, a tip from a freighter captain leads to an inhospitable planet where a lone Xindi may hold the key Archer needs. But finding help in this region of space is not so easy—especially if you don’t keep liquid platinum on hand—and Trip and Archer find themselves in a trellium-D pickle. Thank goodness the NX-01 is now carrying a brigade of soldiers ready to extract the group of would-be explorers from whatever danger they happen into. But after a harrowing adventure, Archer finds that he’s no closer to locating the Xindi homeworld. All the crew has to show for their efforts are a debris field and a massage.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we warp into Season 3 with “The Xindi” as we discuss how the series takes a dark turn with a new mission, sexy character tension, and an upbeat retooling of everyone's favorite theme song.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
The Xindi Concept (00:02:10)
Faith of the Upbeat Heart (00:10:28)
A Dark Turn (00:16:26)
Making the Case for MACO (00:26:17)
Malcolm and the Major (00:30:01)
Sexy Time with Trip and T’Pol (00:34:43)
Visual Effects (00:40:22)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:43:54)
Closing (00:45:53)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“The Expanse” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 50 minutes 3 seconds
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An attack on Earth by an unknown species forces Starfleet to call the NX-01 back and presents the crew with a new mystery, one filled with danger greater than anything humanity has faced. Tipped off by Future Guy that a species called the Xindi are behind the attack, Archer has to convince Admiral Forrest to let him go find these unknown bad guys. Meanwhile, Trip faces the loss of his sister, killed in the attack, and T’Pol finds herself once again caught between two worlds. And if that wasn’t enough, Duras and the Klingons are at it again.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we close out Season 2 with “The Expanse” as we discuss how the story sets the show on a new course.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
Clearing the Deck (00:01:41)
T'Pol's Arc (00:10:03)
Ripped from the Headlines? (00:17:32)
Injecting the Unknown into Star Trek History (00:25:55)
Trip's Loss (00:32:25)
Cut Scenes (00:35:49)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:44:11)
Closing (00:46:55)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“Bounty” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 40 minutes 33 seconds
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The Empire never forgets its enemies. That’s something Jonathan Archer learns when he decides to trust a surprisingly friendly Tellarite offering vacationing tips. Turns out he’s a bounty hunter working for the Klingons, who still haven’t forgiven Archer for escaping from Rura Penthe. The Enterprise crew sets out on a mission to rescue their captain but find it difficult to focus while T’Pol runs around the ship in her skivvies trying to mate with everyone.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 2 with “Bounty” as we discuss how the story marks the end of the show’s original concept, sets a course for serialization, adds texture to pon farr, and proves that Tellarites are terrible travel guides.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
Bringing Back the Tellarites (00:02:20)
The End of the Original Concept (00:09:38)
All In on Serialization (00:17:37)
Fleshing Out Pon Farr (00:23:34)
Sexualizing T’Pol (00:31:07)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:36:58)
Closing (00:39:14)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“First Flight” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 40 minutes 33 seconds
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While observing a dark matter nebula, Captain Archer receives a message from Admiral Forrest informing him that one of his old comrades from the early warp-program days has died while climbing Mt. McKinley. Reflecting on the loss, Archer tells T’Pol the story of how he competed with this fellow pilot, AG Robinson, for the chance to captain Enterprise, and how the two overcame Vulcan obstruction to keep the NX program on track.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 2 with “First Flight” as we discuss how the story serves as a resounding proof of concept for the original idea for the series, meeting Trip, how Archer’s experiences with AG prepared him to be a leader, and more. We also enjoy a plate of the 602 Club's famous fried mushrooms.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
Getting Away from Space (00:04:29)
T'Pol’s Growth (00:14:24)
Archer’s Path to Leadership (00:18:08)
When Johnny Met Trip (00:25:06)
Vulcans Can’t Think Outside the Box (00:28:39)
The 602 Club (00:30:22)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:34:44)
Closing (00:36:15)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“Regeneration” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss using the Borg at a time long before they were known to Starfleet, how to do a prequel right, how the story sets up Archer and his crew for the challenges of Season 3, and more.
“Cogenitor” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss first contact, equal rights, cultural relativism, missed opportunities, and why we wish this important story had been expanded and revisited.
“The Breach” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 36 minutes 29 seconds
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When the new xenophobic government of planet Xantoras orders all off-worlders to leave, the Enterprise is called upon to rescue Denobulan geologists trapped in a cave. While Trip, Malcolm, and Travis goes spelunking for scientists, the crew bring aboard some injured Antarans from an alien ship suffering a reactor leak. It turns out that the Antarans are enemies of the Denobulans and one of them, a xenomythology teacher named Hudak, refuses treatment by Dr. Phlox, who must confront centuries-old prejudices and strive to mend the wounds of the past.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 2 with “The Breach” as we explore caves and discuss lingering animosity, overcoming preconceived notions, Archer as the voice of reason, adding depth to Denobulans, and that very special guest star.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
Spelunking for Scientists (00:02:17)
Bad Blood (00:09:08)
Making Myths (00:16:00)
The Voice of Reason (00:20:06)
Developing Denobulans (00:24:16)
(Almost) No Tribble at All (00:28:32)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:30:19)
Closing (00:32:11)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“Horizon” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 45 minutes 13 seconds
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A change of course for the Enterprise takes the ship close to the ECS Horizon, the cargo vessel on which Travis Mayweather grew up—and that means family reunion time. But it’s a sad homecoming for Travis when he learns that his father passed away, and resentment bubbles to the surface between Travis and his brother, Paul, now captain of the ship. When aliens attack, the brothers must put their differences aside to survive. Meanwhile, aboard the NX-01, T’Pol must put her fear of movie night aside as she learns to better fraternize with her crewmates.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 2 with “Horizon” as we discuss family dynamics, what could have been for Travis, Archer’s leadership, T’Pol's book club, and the unexpected connection between the Mayweather and Janeway families.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
Cargo Runners and Family Dynamics (00:03:28)
Previewing the Galaxy Class (00:10:52)
Distances and Relationships (00:15:00)
Archer's Found Family (00:19:39)
Realistic Conflict (00:23:29)
T'Pol and Movie Night (00:29:35)
Frankenstein Insights (00:34:25)
The Janeway-Mayweather Connection (00:37:21)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:38:56)
Closing (00:41:49)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“Judgment” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 41 minutes 45 seconds
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Captain Jonathan Archer of the battle cruiser Enterprise stands before a Klingon magistrate to face the music for aiding and abetting fugitives from the Empire. At least that’s the Klingon side of the story. Archer, actually captain of the Earth starship Enterprise, tells a different story and attempts to prove his innocence with the help of a Klingon advocate who has become disillusioned with Klingon society and has all but given up fighting for change. Challenged by Archer as lacking honor, he takes the fight to the prosecutor and, while still losing by winning, finds a new path for himself.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 2 with “Judgment” as we discuss how the story revisits The Undiscovered Country, works to maintain continuity, and challenges the concept of Klingon society.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
Revisiting The Undiscovered Country (00:02:25)
In Need of Two Parts? (00:06:53)
Attention to Detail and Continuity (00:11:09)
Challenging the Empire (00:16:14)
Diversity of Thought Matters (00:26:41)
The Fate of Kolos (00:30:00)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:34:51)
Closing (00:37:26)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“The Crossing” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 45 minutes 50 seconds
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When the Enterprise is swallowed by a giant whale-like ship, Archer and the crew find themselves in the belly of a beast—a beast filled with wispy critters who want to experience life in real bodies … and eat bread. Soon, an opportunity for seeking out new life turns into an invasion of the body snatchers and only the successful completion of a very complex panel removal sequence can save the crew.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 2 with “The Crossing” as we discuss the story’s promising start, the Wisps, Archer’s actions, and missed opportunities to really explore the heart of Star Trek.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
A Promising Start (00:02:39)
What Do Wisps Need with a Starship? (00:09:35)
Archer's Reaction (00:13:31)
Dude, That's Not Trip! (00:18:22)
Battle Bridge Genesis (00:21:58)
A Convenient Alloy (00:24:56)
Phlox Needs Leverage! (00:28:17)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:35:40)
Closing (00:41:52)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“Canamar” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 38 minutes 40 seconds
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When the Enterprise rendezvous with Shuttlepod One to meet Captain Archer and Commander Tucker, who had been on a mission to make first contact with unknown aliens, they find the shuttle dead in space. After reviewing the logs, they believe Archer and Trip were abducted, and they begin a search with the help of the alien authorities. Meanwhile, the captain and commander fight for their lives aboard a prison vessel transporting them to a penal colony called Canamar, and Trip gets stuck next to the chatty passenger.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 2 with “Canamar,” the frightening encounters humans have with aliens during these early days of deep space exploration, how the story came to be, and what it has to say about attempts to control people and curb crime in real world societies. We also ask if it is filler to flesh out a 26-episode season.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
The Chatty Passenger (00:02:17)
Humanity’s First Tests (00:04:34)
Archer’s Adaptations (00:10:52)
False Imprisonment (00:16:54)
Story Origins (00:21:49)
Fit, Slimmer Pakleds (00:26:45)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:28:43)
Closing (00:34:06)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“Future Tense” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 36 minutes 45 seconds
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A mysterious ship leads the crew of the Enterprise into the mysteries of time—and DNA—as they find themselves once again mixed up with the Suliban and the Temporal Cold War. When the Tholians show up, things get really messy and the crew must race against time to save the ship and unravel … When the Tholians show up, things get really messy and the crew must race against time to save the ship and unravel … When the Tholians show up …
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 2 with “Future Tense” as we discuss how the story reminds viewers that the Temporal Cold War storyline still exists while saving itself from filler status by delivering important chartacter growth for T’Pol, plus some fun with time along the way.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
Finally Back in the Temporal Cold War (00:02:28)
Alternate Ending (00:07:45)
Fun with Time! (00:15:00)
Doctor Who Inspiration (00:18:23)
Jolene's Brilliant Performance (00:23:37)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:31:08)
Closing (00:32:24)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“Cease Fire” 20th-anniversary reflections Running Time: 41 minutes 0 seconds
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When a decades-old territorial conflict between the Vulcans and Andorians resurfaces, Captain Archer is called upon to mediate. But by whom? As Archer unravels the details, he finds conflict and deception not only between the two sides but within them. Seeing the situation as an opportunity to prove that humans are ready to join a much larger community, Archer brings together Vulcans and Andorians and takes one more step towards the eventual founding of the Federation—whether the Vulcans like it or not.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue our 20th-anniversary retrospective that takes you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time. In this installment, we continue Season 2 with “Cease Fire” as we discuss how the story brings the Federation’s founding worlds closer together through a growing relationship and trust among unlikely players.
ChaptersIntro (00:00:00)
Setting Up the Federation (00:02:28)
Developing Soval (00:12:23)
Mirroring Star Trek VI (00:17:14)
Evolving Trip (00:23:00)
The Ever Changing Suzie Plakson (00:30:06)
Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:34:00)
Closing (00:36:36)
HostsC Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing
ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)
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“Stigma” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how this story, which aired during Viacom’s HIV awareness campaign in 2003, advances the development of Vulcan society while deftly balancing serious and comedic stories to make a strong statement about cultural differences and unfounded prejudice.
“Dawn” 20th-anniversary reflections. We ask whether this story is just an attempt to recreate the magic of “Darmok,” a clone of the film Enemy Mine, or something much more.
“Dawn” 20th-anniversary reflections. We ask whether this story is just an attempt to recreate the magic of “Darmok,” a clone of the film Enemy Mine, or something much more.
“The Catwalk” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how a bag of Star Trek tropes is reassembled into a story which only this series could tell, and how the situation brings the whole crew together for the better.
“The Catwalk” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how a bag of Star Trek tropes is reassembled into a story which only this series could tell, and how the situation brings the whole crew together for the better.
“Precious Cargo” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss why the story is perfect for Trip’s character, try to explain away Padma Lakshmi’s cardboard delivery, revel in bad cop T’Pol, and consider why the creators themselves see this as one of the worst episodes they ever produced.
“Vanishing Point” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how the mind plays tricks on us, boogeymen in the transport beam, and how the story’s mystery unfolds. We also debate what Mr. Sato’s confusion over physics and family says about how Hoshi views her dad.
“Singularity” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss discuss a story that’s been told many times before and ask how well it works this time around. We also search for the ideal klaxon, the perfect soup, and one kick-ass chair.
“The Communicator” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how the story takes a throwaway ending to an Original Series episode and addresses the real-world repurcussions of leaving technology behind on a less-advanced planet.
“The Seventh” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss what the episode has to say about Vulcan society, how it connects to the world 20 years after it was written, what is does for the Archer–T’Pol relationship, and more.
“Marauders” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how the story mirrors its Akira Kurosawa inspiration, Seven Samurai, grows the relationship between Archer and T’Pol, and gets the full crew involved.
“A Night in Sickbay” 20th-anniversary reflections. We take a look inside the heads of Archer and Phlox, chase bats, and explore sexy canines and shipping.
“Dead Stop” 20th-anniversary reflections. We enter a pristine house of horrors with offers that seem too good to be true—one that puts humanity in its place and proves that Roxann Dawson knows how to do eerie. Anyone up for a side of cornbread?
“Minefield” 20th-anniversary reflections. We get inside the heads of Reed and Archer to explore their relationship and discuss the value of simplicity in storytelling as well as the challenge of bringing the Romulans into the series years before that famous viewscreen moment.
“Carbon Creek” 20th-anniversary reflections. We explore the rewriting of history, diversity among Vulcans, how the writers turned a grab bag of Star Trek's greatest time travel hits into a delightful chance to decompress, and the franchise’s tribute to Lucille Ball.
“Shockwave, Part II” 20th-anniversary reflections. We explore a future in jeopardy, how portrayal of the future has changed over 20 years, the transformation of T'Pol, and how Jonathan Archer is so pivotal to the future of the Federation.
“Shockwave” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how this story moves the Temporal Cold War toward a hot one, Archer's guilt, the use of time travel, and the repercussions of the efforts of the Suliban and Future Guy to change history.
“Two Days and Two Nights” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss this fun shore leave story that brings some serious commentary, contrasting Hoshi's experience with that of Trip and Malcolm and discussing the portrayal of language, technology, and the ongoing Suliban plot.
“Desert Crossing” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how the episode serves as a proto-Prime Directive story, Archer's reputation, shades of gray, and how the story could have benefited from more information and the mini-arc format found in Season 4.
“Fallen Hero” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how the story brings us an unexpected take on Vulcans and an ambassador who we wish we'd seen more of, as well as the realities of life in deep space and picking the right Hawaiian shirt.
“Vox Sola” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how this story approaches the importance of communication, the nuance of language, and cross-cultural misunderstanding from many angles, plus the attempt to bring a truly alien alien to Star Trek.
“Detained” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how this story meant as commentary on the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II has a much more timeless message about wrongs repeated throughout history.
“Oasis” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss the story often remembered only for its similarities to Deep Space Nine’s “Shadowplay” to explore what it has to say about judgment and choices, detachment from reality, and cross-cultural understanding.
“Acquisition” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss continuity, the creative challenges that face writers in a massive franchise such as Star Trek, and what makes the use of one alien species early in the timeline succeed while another use falls short.
“Rogue Planet” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss this story that feels like it could belong to any Star Trek series. We discuss the evolving character of Malcolm Reed, Archer's desire to help the aliens who are being hunted, similarities to DS9's Changelings, authorial intent, and more.
“Fusion” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss the different approach the series took with Vulcans, the predatory nature of Tolaris, and how the interaction between Trip and Kov could make a difference in today's divisive and reactionary world.
“Shuttlepod One” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how great things happen when writers put two characters on screen and let them talk at length, and what we learn when circumstances peel away the layers of Malcolm Reed.
“Shadows of P’Jem” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how tensions with the Vulcans and burgeoning relations with the Andorians help build the trinity that will lead to the Federation.
“Sleeping Dogs” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how Archer learns that, to deal with this adversary, he must start thinking like a Klingon, and how this story highlights the importance of trying to understand the other side.
“Dear Doctor” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss the moral conundrum the situation presents for humans operating in a pre-Prime Directive world. We also debate whether Star Trek’s famous directive would even apply here.
“Silent Enemy” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss an utterly baffling encounter with mysterious aliens, Archer’s care for his crew, and, of course, the search for pineapple.
“Cold Front” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss the Temporal Cold War storyline that was inserted to make the show feel more futuristic, as well as the Suliban, time travel, spirituality in Star Trek, movie night, and more.
“Fortunate Son” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss the importance of Boomer culture to the setup of the prequel story and how the experience with the Fortunate advances the slow formation of a code of behavior that will guide how mankind operates in deep space.
“Civilization” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how the story captures the pure excitement of early space exploration as well as the feel of The Original Series and explore the early seeds of what will develop into the Prime Directive.
“Breaking the Ice” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss the test of trust between T’Pol and her human crewmates as well as how her conversations with Trip foreshadow the romance that is to come.
“The Andorian Incident” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss the return of one of Star Trek’s most-beloved species, the discovery of deceitful Vulcans, and how the Prime Directive begins to take shape.
“Terra Nova” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss Archer’s frustrations with humans who won’t trust him, the portrayal of colonization, evolving morals, the situation room, and more … and none of it is shale.
“Unexpected” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how humans learn the hard way that, when dealing with first contacts in deep space, even good intentions and innocent interactions can have serious consequences.
“Strange New World” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss the NX-01 crew’s first visit to a Minshara-class planet during their mission of exploration and the test of trust they face during a dark and stormy night.
“Fight or Flight” 20th-anniversary reflections. We discuss how the encounter with the Axanar exposes human naivety and highlights the challenge of adaptation.
“Broken Bow” 20th-anniversary reflections. C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing kick off a 20th-anniversary retrospective that will take you through all of Star Trek: Enterprise, one episode at a time.
Patrick and Brandon's Finale Special. We are joined by previous hosts Jeffrey Harlan and Brandi Jackola far a look back to their time as hosts of the show. They discuss where their fandom for Enterprise was when they started the podcast, references in new Trek, where the show fits in fandom now, and some easter eggs they enjoyed.
NX-01 Movie Night: Spaceballs. In this episode of Warp Five, hosts Brandon-Shea Mutala and Patrick Devlin have one last discussion for the Movie Night series of episodes with Spaceballs. Was all the build up worth it? Find out! Ludicrous Podcast: Go!
Judith and Garfield Reeves-Stevens Interview. We interview Judith and Garfield Reeves-Stevens to discuss their vast career. We discuss writing books, television, Batman: The Animated Series, Aliens Ate My Homework, William Shatner, Disney, Canadian bears, and much more.
First Time Enterprise Viewer: Season 3. We are joined by Kerry Purvis to talk about her experience watching season three of Enterprise for the first time. We discuss Kerry's initial first impressions, favorite moments, Degra's arc, stand out episodes, and her favorite character moments.
NX-01 Movie Night: The Court Jester. We complete their Movie Night series of episodes with The Court Jester. We discuss the songs, the humor, snapping fingers, Murder She Wrote. We also give a ranking for all the movies we covered on the podcast.
Season Four Retrospective Part 7. We are joined by Star Trek author Kevin Dilmore to finish their season four retrospective. We take a look at the final five episodes of the season: "In a Mirror Darkly" part 1 and 2, "Demons," "Terra Prime," and "These Are The Voyages..." We discuss Trip and T'Pol, the separatist movement, power struggles, poor episode placement, and more.
NX-01 Movie Night: Rosemary's Baby. We are joined by Cameron Jones to discuss Rosemary's Baby. We discuss the uneasy feeling that you get during the entire length of the movie, the direction, and the acting acting. We also discuss the conspiracy, the eyes, and Frank Sinatra.
Season 4 Retrospective Part 6. We are joined by Star Trek expert John Tenuto talk about the season four episodes "Affliction," "Divergence," and "Bound." They talk about how Trip was taken off the ship just to set up a scene, how the augment arc ties to other Star Trek, and how Trip and T'Pol's relationship calls back to Sarek and Amanda.
NX-01 Movie Night: The Exorcist. We are joined by Tom Elliot of The Twilight Zone Podcast, to discuss the film The Exorcist. We talk the good the bad and the ugly of this movie, the pacing, the imagery, and the idea of how they wanted to make a movie in which a little girl is cursing a lot.
"Similitude" Commentary. We provide an audio commentary for the fan favorite episode from season three, "Similitude." We also discuss transplants, religious interpretations, diversity, growing organs, abortion, and animal rights.
Essential Star Trek: Enterprise Season Four. We are joined by Kris Hill to analyze the final season of Star Trek: Enterprise and select the absolutely essential episodes that they feel you must watch.
T’Pol's Interaction With Humans. We are joined by Karen Chuplis to discuss T’Pol and her relationship with humans during the run of Enterprise. We also discuss how important her family is to the Star Trek universe as a whole, her relationship with Archer and Trip, and instances outside of her comfort zone.
NX-01 Movie Night: Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein. We talk about Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein, listed 56th on the list of American Film Institute's "100 Funniest American Movies" in 2007. We discuss the fine line between comedy and horror that is very well toed in this movie. Should the movie have been named for Frankenstein?
First Time Enterprise Viewer: Season 2. We are joined by Kerry Purvis to talk about her experience watching season two of Enterprise for the first time. We discuss Kerry's initial first impressions, favorite moments, Hoshi's shirt, pon farr, Future Tense, and the lead up to season three.
Essential Star Trek: Enterprise Season 3. We are joined by Kris Hill to analyze the third season of Star Trek: Enterprise and select the absolutely essential episodes that they feel you must watch.
The Tholians With James Swallow. We talk with New York Times best-selling author James Swallow about the Tholians. We discuss the Tholian Web, traits of the species, their description in the Star Fleet Medical Reference Manual, their government, other mentions, and a bit of their mentions in the extended literary universe.
NX-01 Movie Night: Son of Frankenstein. In this episode of Warp Five, hosts Brandon-Shea Mutala and Patrick Devlin discuss the second sequel to the 1931 film Frankenstein starring Boris Karloff from 1939, Son of Frankenstein. We also discuss fan shade, PPE, Lugosi, and capital punishment.
Season Four Retrospective Part 5. We continue their season four retrospective, looking at the episodes "Babel One," "United," and "The Aenar." We discuss Trip and T'Pol, cheating, Romulans, and much more.
Say Something Nice: Season One. We take a look back at season one of Enterprise and find something nice to say about episodes that aren't necessarily fan favorites, or episodes that they enjoy to watch.
Comparing Identity Crisis and Extinction. We pit the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode "Identity Crisis" against Star Trek: Enterprise's "Extinction". We discuss transmission of viruses, primal vs. intelligent, LeVar Burton, bloodthirsty hunting parties, point of view, and the theme of lifeforms taking over other lifeforms.
Creating an Enterprise video game. Patrick Devlin and Brandi Jackola build an Enterprise video game. We discuss current gen vs. 8-bit, where the game begins, what characters can be played, cutscenes, side quests, and downloadable content.
First Time Enterprise Viewer: Season One. We talk with guest Kerry Purvis about her first time viewing of season one of Enterprise, including her Star Trek history, initial first impressions, favorite character, portrayal of the Vulcans, a Quantum Leap reunion, spoilers, and her hopes for the rest of the series.
Enterprise Recast! We share our top picks for the seven main characters' recast. We discuss gender swaps, Starfleet hair regulations, the correct pronunciation of katana, getting Doctor Doom right, chameleons, Cody Rhodes, and how it's not necessary to have Trek knowledge in order to be a good Trek actor.
Section 31. We are joined by New York Times bestselling author David Mack to discuss Section 31. We talk about their origins, how they changed in the Kelvin timeline, badges, and common misconceptions fans have on the organization.
Writing a "Boomer" Episode. We write a season five episode addressing Boomers, Terra Prime, Planet North Star, and true Star Trek messages.
Top five Enterprise episode titles! We take inspiration from a recent episode of the TrekRanks Podcast and reveal our top five Enterprise episode titles. We also discuss double meanings, honorable mentions, exclamation points, waking dogs, jazz, and bananas in P'Jem.
J.G. Hertzler Interview. We interview J.G. Hertzler at the Albany Northeast Trek Con on the weekend of October 26th, 2018. We discuss his role as Advocate Kolos in the second season episode "Judgement," his voice work for video games, Pod Casting, his political career, and his upcoming stage production.
NX-01 Movie Night: Bride of Frankenstein. We discuss the sequel to the 1931 film Frankenstein starring Boris Karloff from 1935, Bride of Frankenstein. We also discuss Ernest, Girl Guides, and Godfather Part II.
Leslie Hoffman Interview. Brandon-Shea Mutala sits down with stunt woman Leslie Hoffman at the Northeast Trek Con to discuss her career in Hollywood, and some of her stunt work on Star Trek.
Season Four Retrospective Part 4. We examine the season four episodes "Daedalus" and "Observer Effect". We talk about foreshadowing, head canon, T'Pol's journey, chess, the uniqueness of humans, needle violence, trickle-down effects, and how Brandi's really good at knocking what they say down to things people can understand.
In this episode of Warp Five, we present the Podcastng 101 Panel from the Northeast Trek con. Ken Tripp moderates Brandon-Shea Mutala, Bill Smith and Dan Davidson of the Trek Geeks podcast, and Sue Kisenwether of Women at Warp.
Looking Back. We reminisce about our nine months of podcasting together. We discuss fear of falling, Brandi's nightmare Melodic Treks episode, Storm Fart, getting back into movie episodes, favorite podcast titles, Enterprise dads, their great guests, what short shrift actually means, and where we want to go from here.
"These Are the Voyages..." Rewrite Part 2. We are joined by Bruce Gibson from Literary Treks, in an attempt to finish their rewrite for "These Are the Voyages...". They discuss Spock on the "D," the Battle of Bajor, The Guardians of the Galaxy, and weather or not this is the greatest episode of Star Trek ever!
"These Are the Voyages..." Rewrite. We are joined by Bruce Gibson from Literary Treks to rewrite "These Are the Voyages...". We discuss losing the holodeck angle, prolonging the Romulan War, opposite Future Guy, the other Star Trek captains, and the Guardian of Forever.
Alternate Crew. We reveal their other series picks for the NX-01 bridge crew. They discuss death glares, Captain Lorca's tribble, fitting in with season three, Voyagerprise, THE WOMEN!, engineering vs. science, and how with a different captain, movie night might turn into karaoke night.
Writers' Room. We write a season five episode addressing the fate of the deposed Vulcan High Council Leader V'Las. They discuss secret missions, undercover agents, Chaltok 4, the return of the Romulan drone, Chekov's Klingons, and how Shran determines that good torture was wasted on the wrong Vulcan.
"Shockwave, Part II" Commentary. We present a commentary for "Shockwave, Part II". They discuss "Time Enough at Last", Random Guy, slashfic for everything, torture by Justin Bieber, whether Brandi drinks blood, Fremen Daniels, turning Soval into a four-letter word, and how Jim Moorhouse should be every Enterprise extra ever.
"Shockwave" Commentary. We offer a commentary on the season one finale,"Shockwave". They discuss matriarchal societies, Dominic Keating's best scene ever, Skullcandy earbuds, bread pudding, defeated Archer, Star Trek: Technobabble, loving Silik, Galaxy Quest Daniels, and how the possibility of time travel cannot be proven or disproven.
Ask Me Anything. We dive into questions from the members of Trek FM's listeners' group on Facebook, The Babel Conference. We discuss temporal cold war references, remastering Klingons, Coombs vs Combs, Spock being sexist, FOMO, Pocahontas, and whether Trip was justified in making T'Pol sweat.
"Cogenitor." We are joined by special guests Dan Deevy of Gaaays in Spaaace and Barry DeFord of Politreks to tackle the episode "Cogenitor". They discuss friendly encounters, the difference between gender and sex, Andorians mating in fours, imposing human cultural values on another civilizations, necessity bringing about change, and whether they think Archer was right to deny asylum to the cogenitor.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts Brandon-Shea Mutala and Brandi Jackola, with special guest Russell Skeet, take a deep dive into the twenty-fourth episode of season one, "Desert Crossing". They discuss Clancy Brown, season continuity, freedom fighters, beer ball, prairie oysters, and who would be a great new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher on Discovery.
"The Seventh." We talk about the second season episode "The Seventh." We discuss emotions, placement of the episode, what works and what doesn't, and Trip's B-Plot. We also discuss real world promotions in the military, Disney Princesses, and Italian synonyms for "gusto."
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts Patrick Devlin, Brandi Jackola, and, in his triumphant return, Brandon-Shea Mutala, bring you a commentary for the season two episode, "Horizon."
Vul-Con 2018 Wrap Up. We present four segments of interviews from the 2018 convention in Vulcan, Alberta, Canada called Vul-Con.
Season Two Travis Mayweather Moments. In this episode of Warp Five, hosts Patrick Devlin and Brandi Jackola bring you their top five Travis Mayweather moments in season two of Star Trek: Enterprise.
In this episode of Warp Five, hosts Patrick Devlin and Brandi Jackola return to the Writers' Room to pen an Enterprise feature-length movie. We discuss pandemonium, bad intel, random Vulcan captains, huge fan service, stunt casting, and how the Enterprise is great at going to random planets.
Season Four Retrospective, Part Three. We dive into “The Forge,” “Awakening,” and “Kir'Shara” to discuss technological inconsistencies, fan service done right, Shran Solo, and the trilogy made The Animated Series canon.
Season One Hoshi Moments. We discuss their favorite season one moments of Ensign Hoshi Sato, and give her the love she deserves. They speak of slug conduits, Planet Cancun, Section 31, joy and delight, and how Hoshi is the only person who ever had a good time on Risa .
"Detained" Deep Dive. We take a deep dive into the season one episode, "Detained," discussing racism, a Quantum reunion, exploding walls, and why it's wrong to incarcerate an entire species because of the actions of a few.
Writing the MACOs Into Starfleet. We are joined by special guest Richard Marquez of Earl Grey in the Season Five Writers' Room to create a story about MACOs integrating into Starfleet.
Season 4 Retrospective Part 2. We are joined by Chris Tribuzio take a look at the season four episodes "Borderland", "Cold Station 12" and "The Augments". We discuss ties to other Star Trek, religious meanings of augment names, big wrestlers and little women, and how a middle-aged man in prison could end up with children.
Fathers of Star Trek: Enterprise. We discuss the fathers of Star Trek: Enterprise and how they were represented on screen. We also discuss Peppa Pig, advice, raising kids, emotions, and choices. We also take a moment to reflect on our own fathers, and how they have impacted our lives.
Death on the NX-01. We discuss the instances of a crew member dying during the run of Star Trek: Enterprise.
NX-01 Movie Night: Frankenstein. We are joined by Mike Schindler to discuss the 1931 film Frankenstein starring Bois Karloff. We also discuss Robocop 2 , brains, hunchbacks, ears, and plot holes.
Zombies in Pop Culture and "Impluse." We are joined by author Keith R.A. DeCandido to discuss zombies and the episode "Impulse." We also discuss George Romero, the film White Zombie, Haitian Voodoo, and our favorite metaphors in zombie films.
"Extinction" Commentary. We bring you a watch-along commentary for the third season episode, "Extinction." We discuss how Vulcans seem to be immune to everything, sassy teenage girls, eggs full of worms, and we even find some positive things to say. We also accidentally invent a new hand sign for all the Vulcan bros out there.
NX-01 Movie Night: Kung Fu. We talk about the pilot to the television series Kung Fu starring Keith Carradine, as well as the first season episode "The Tide."
Season 4 With Larry Nemecek. We are joined by Star Trek expert Larry Nemececk to discuss the fourth season of Star Trek: Enterprise. We discuss the arcs, Judith and Garfield Reeves-Stevens, the cancellation, and appearing in the final episode.
Comparing "Judgement" and Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country. We are joined by Zach Moore of Standard Orbit to compare and contrast the Enterprise episode "Judgement" with the film Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country.
A Conversation With Dave Rossi. We speak with Mr. Rossi on his Star Trek work and beyond. They discuss teaching Star Trek to neighborhood kids, favorite projects, continuity problems in Enterprise, and Dave's love of Superman.
Vulcans and the Path to Discovery. We are joined by special guest Nicolas Anastassiou. They discuss the similarities of the Vulcans in Enterprise and Discovery, ponder first impressions and perceptions versus fact, ruminate on whether Vulcans are without emotion, and determine if a future episode of the podcast will be The Search for Patrick.
Warp Five Role Playing Game. We are joined by Dave Jackola of the Dark Corner Podcast for an RPG adventure set in the second season of Enterprise .
Season Four Retrospective Part 1. We are joined by Dan Davidson of the Trek Geeks Podcast to talk about the first part in our season four retrospective. We talk about the episodes "Storm Front," "Storm Front, Part II," and "Home." We also discuss Nazis, dinosaurs, Edith Keeler, and "shipping."
Essential Enterprise Season 2. We analyze the second season of Enterprise and select the absolutely essential episodes that they feel you must watch.