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Time paradox! Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, and Victor Lams discuss the story of discovering an older version of Dr. Weir who went through a very different experience, praising Tori Higginson’s performance and exploring sci-fi tropes like bootstrap paradoxes.

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The clip show that wasn’t. Jack Baruzzini, Lisa Jones, Victor Lams, and Jeff Haecker discuss this episode that takes a look at Stargate from a different point of view, poking fun at itself and incorporating so much of the fan commentary over the years.

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Sheppard goes full Kirk. Jack Baruzzini, Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker discuss the story of the ascended Ancient protecting a world from the Wraith, while wooing John Sheppard, as they bond over being stranded away from home.

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The Trust and Goa’uld infiltrate! Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker critique this dialogue-heavy, cost-cutting episode, while praising Ronnie Cox’s final appearance as Kinsey.

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Deadly virus run amok on Atlantis! Jack Baruzzini, Victor Lams, and Jeff Haecker discuss McKay’s opportunity to lead; the focus on science over action; and the tensions between military and civilian leadership

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A sendoff for Maybourne! Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker discuss this throwback episode, including guest appearance from Wayne Brady; Maybourne’s effective rule; and O’Neill’s last trip through the gate.

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That’s one old Wraith. Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker discuss the significant worldbuilding in this story and the character development of McKay, as well as a unusually smart and wily Wraith.

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Prometheus hijacked! Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker discuss the introduction of Vala Mal Doran, who invokes mixed reactions; and then dive into the mix of action and humor and the themes of loyalty, survival, and trust.

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In the 2nd part of this story, Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker discuss this action-packed story and moral questions surrounding the defense of Atlantis; the evil of Kolya; the stategic cat-and-mouse games between the Atlanteans and Genii.

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Repli-Carter is back! Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker discuss how Carter really was at fault in the plot’s ethical dilemma, exploring the theme of accountability and consequences.

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A massive hurricane threatens Atlantis. Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker discuss this cliffhanger story combining natural disaster with human treachery in a Die Hard-like struggle where Sheppard, McKay, and Weir must be resilient and trust in each other.

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The gate is gone! Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker discuss SG1’s Endgame, including the highs and lows; the emotional impact (or lack thereof) of the Jaffa massacre; the morality of the Trust’s actions; but also the intense action scenes.

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Home or not? Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss this story’s themes of trust, perception, and communication as they encounter sentient fog that’s only trying to survive.

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Mawwiage! Victor Lams, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Jeff Haecker discuss Rya’c’s wedding and the usual pre-ceremony problems and some not-so-usual ones; the significance of Jaffa rituals; and the father/son, mother/daughter dynamics.

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We meet the Genii! Jack Baruzzini, Victor Lams, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss the introduction of the Genii, perennial thorns in the side of Atlantis, the challenges of forming alliances; and the ethical quandaries of leaving victims of the Wraith behind.

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Flashy tech CEO reveals gov’t secrets and gets dubbed a crazy conspiracist? Victor Lams, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Lisa Jones discuss the Richard Branson-esque character and the themes of trust and betrayal and official secrecy.

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Is a 50% mortality rate more acceptable than a Wraith culling? Victor Lams, Fr. Cory Sticha, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker discuss the moral implications of the Hoffan vaccine and delve into themes of sacrifice, survival, and ethical decision-making.

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Stranger in a strange land. Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Jeff Haecker discuss Teal’c’s new civilian life; the complex portrayal of love interest and ingénue Krista; plus the several subplots involving the Trust and the Sam and Pete relationship.

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Logan’s Run meets Ewoks? Victor Lams, Lisa Jones, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss this Atlantis story of sacrifice, morality, and cultural differences, discussing the ethical dilemmas and whether Rodney was just too mean to the kids.