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Exploring the Star Trek universe weekly with Seo, Mike, & Jodi. Each episode is packed with fan insights, fresh takes, and adventures!
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🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🚨

Susan Diol joins us to talk about bringing Dr. Danara Pel to life on #StarTrekVoyager and why her story still matters to fans.

🪐 Watch now on YouTube
⏰ 12PM EST / 5PM GMT
youtu.be/qoibCrK69uU?...

#CloneStarPodcast #StarTrek #ForFansByFans
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It’s finally arrived from spacedock. The 2026 LCARS Workshop calendar is ready to beam into your quarters. Twelve of my favourite LCARS designs onboard, six straight from the TNG era.

Grab yours now: lcarsworkshop.com

#StarTrek #LCARS #startrek #SciFi #Trekkies
November 11, 2025 at 8:56 AM
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🖖TREK TUESDAY🖖

Today we’re celebrating Michael Sussman, a creative force behind Star Trek Voyager and Enterprise.

From the heartfelt “Similitude” to the iconic “In a Mirror, Darkly,” his work pushed Trek storytelling into new realms while staying true to its heart.

#StarTrek
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November 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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🌌 NOW RECRUITING NEW CREW MEMBERS! 🌌

We’re looking for new recruits to join our Patreon Crew! 🖖

✨ Early access to episodes
💫 Patreon-exclusive perks
🌍 Support our mission

Join today & let’s chart the stars together 🚀
👉 patreon.com/CloneStarPodcast#StarTrekek
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November 10, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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🖖#OTD 10th November🖖

66: TOS - The Corbomite Maneuver
67: TOS - Metamorphosis
73: TAS - Mudd's Passion
97: DS9 - You Are Cordially Invited

#StarTrek
#ForFansByFans
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November 10, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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🚨RED ALERT PATREON CREW🚨

This week Jodi & Mike beam up one of #StarTrek’s most respected creative minds, Michael Sussman.

He shares how Voyager & Enterprise pushed Trek’s storytelling into bold new territory.

🎧 TODAY 12PM EST/5PM GMT
Join the Crew → patreon.com/CloneStarPodcast
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November 10, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Now is the perfect time to go behind the scenes with our exclusive #StarTrekKhan interviews:

🎙️ Naveen Andrews – Khan
🎙️ Wrenn Schmidt – Lt McGivers
🎙️ Kirsten Beyer – Co-Author
🎙️ Marcus and Sam Bagala – Composers

📺 Listen Nowt:
👉 youtube.com/playlist?lis...
November 10, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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🖖TREKTASTIC TIMES🖖

What’s making your week Trektastic?🚀

🎧 Re-listening to Star Trek Khan
🧁 Contemplating a bake sale for that Lego Enterprise-D
🎶 Downloading the Strange New Worlds Season 2 soundtrack

Share your Starfleet-level plans below 💫

#StarTrek
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November 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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🖖#OTD 9th November🖖

87: TNG - Justice

#StarTrek
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November 9, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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⭐️ MISSION BRIEFING ⭐️

Mike Sussman joins The CloneStar Podcast to talk about his time on Voyager and Enterprise, classic episodes like “Twilight,” and his thoughts on a possible Star Trek United series.

Watch here: youtu.be/luv1tvnNi2o?...

Early Access Monday
General Release Wednesday

#StarTrek
November 9, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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🖖#OTD 8th November🖖

68: TOS - For the World is Hollow and I Have Touched the Sky
93: TNG - Attached
00: VOY - Inside Man

#StarTrek
#ForFansByFans
A woman in a shimmering green and gold gown stands at the entrance of a futuristic doorway, gazing outward with a solemn expression. The background glows in warm orange tones, suggesting an alien landscape. The LCARS-style frame reads: “On This Day — 8 Nov 1968 — For the World Is Hollow and I Have Touched the Sky” and “Season 3, Episode 10 — Star Trek: The Original Series.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the corner. Two Starfleet officers walk side by side on a sunny planet surface, wearing matching dark uniforms with teal and black panels. Both appear relaxed, sharing a quiet moment outdoors surrounded by dry brush and soft light. The LCARS-style frame reads: “On This Day — 8 Nov 1993 — Attached” and “Season 7, Episode 8 — Star Trek: The Next Generation.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the corner. A Starfleet officer in a gold and gray uniform stands on a starship bridge with wide eyes and an exaggerated, surprised expression. The background displays softly lit computer panels. The LCARS-style frame reads: “On This Day — 8 Nov 2000 — Inside Man” and “Season 7, Episode 6 — Star Trek: Voyager.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the corner.
November 8, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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🖖CLONESTAR CREW ROLL CALL🖖

We want to know where YOU listen to the CloneStar Podcast.

Take a moment to fill out our quick listener poll so we can keep improving the show and expanding the CloneStar mission! 🚀

👉 linkto.run/p/BSR9FCGL

Thanks for reporting in!

#StarTrek
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November 8, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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🖖#OTD 7th November🖖

92: TNG - A Fistful of Datas
94: DS9 - Civil Defense
01: ENT - Breaking the Ice
24: LD - A Farewell to Farms

#StarTrek
#ForFansByFans
Two Starfleet officers appear in a Wild West holodeck simulation, dressed in cowboy hats, vests, and sheriff badges. The warm sunlight casts a nostalgic glow over the old western town behind them. The LCARS-style frame reads: “On This Day — 7 Nov 1992 — A Fistful of Datas” and “Season 6, Episode 8 — Star Trek: The Next Generation.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the corner. Two men stand at a control station surrounded by glowing green lights. One wears a dark uniform with teal shoulders, looking tense, while the other, a Cardassian with ridged facial features, focuses on the console in front of him. The LCARS-style frame reads: “On This Day — 7 Nov 1994 — Civil Defence” and “Season 3, Episode 7 — Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the corner. A starship travels through deep space alongside a glowing blue comet, its icy tail stretching across the stars. The sleek silver hull of the ship is illuminated by the comet’s light. The LCARS-style frame reads: “On This Day — 7 Nov 2001 — Breaking the Ice” and “Season 1, Episode 8 — Star Trek: Enterprise.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the corner. An animated Starfleet officer grips a glowing control panel as red energy surges around her, face tense with determination. The scene is lit with dramatic red light, emphasizing her resolve. The LCARS-style frame reads: “On This Day — 7 Nov 2024 — A Farewell to Farms” and “Season 5, Episode 4 — Star Trek: Lower Decks.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the corner.
November 7, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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🍏🎧 APPLE PODCASTS DROP 🎧🍏

The Susan Diol interview is now live on Apple Podcasts
A must-listen for anyone who loves “Lifesigns,” “Real Life,” and Voyager’s emotional storytelling

🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

Rate, review, and help the episode reach more Trek fans 🖖💫

#StarTrek
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November 7, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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🔥HAVE YOU BEAMED INTO THIS EPISODE YET?

Susan Diol joins us to talk about playing Dr. Danara Pel and why those Voyager episodes still resonate with fans today.

🎥 youtu.be/qoibCrK69uU?...

👍 Like
💬 Comment
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#CloneStarPodcast #StarTrekVoyager #StarTrek
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November 7, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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🖖 TRIVIA TIME ANSWER REVEAL 🖖

Correct answer B

The Doctor gives Dr. Danara Pel roses chocolates and a teddy bear in “Lifesigns” 🌹🍫🧸
One of Voyager’s most heartfelt scenes!❤️

Did you get it right?

#CloneStarPodcast #StarTrekVoyager #StarTrek
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November 7, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Want to back an indie Trek podcast that’s flying full warp?

Support us at bento.me/clonestar by:

•Subscribe on YouTube
•Leave a review wherever you listen
•Join our Patreon
•Buy our merch
•Shop at Scifier & use our code CLONESTARPOD
•Read more Trek books

#StarTrek
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November 6, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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🖖#OTD 6th November🖖

89: TNG - The Enemy
93: DS9 - Rules of Acquisition
95: VOY - Tattoo

#StarTrek
#ForFansByFans
A Romulan officer lies injured on a medical bed, his expression distant and tense. His face bears the distinctive ridged brow and pointed ears of his species, illuminated by soft light from the sickbay. The LCARS-style frame reads: “On This Day — 6 Nov 1989 — The Enemy” and “Season 3, Episode 7 — Star Trek: The Next Generation.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the corner. A Ferengi with prominent brow ridges and large ears sits in a dimly lit room, one hand resting thoughtfully against his ear. He wears a green patterned outfit and looks deep in contemplation. The LCARS-style frame reads: “On This Day — 6 Nov 1993 — Rules of Acquisition” and “Season 2, Episode 7 — Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the corner. A man with long dark hair and a white feathered headband stands outdoors surrounded by lush greenery, his expression serious and focused. The LCARS-style frame reads: “On This Day — 6 Nov 1995 — Tattoo” and “Season 2, Episode 9 — Star Trek: Voyager.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the corner.
November 6, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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🖖#OTD 6th November🖖

89: TNG - The Enemy
93: DS9 - Rules of Acquisition
95: VOY - Tattoo

#StarTrek
#ForFansByFans
A Romulan officer lies injured on a medical bed, his expression distant and tense. His face bears the distinctive ridged brow and pointed ears of his species, illuminated by soft light from the sickbay. The LCARS-style frame reads: “On This Day — 6 Nov 1989 — The Enemy” and “Season 3, Episode 7 — Star Trek: The Next Generation.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the corner. A Ferengi with prominent brow ridges and large ears sits in a dimly lit room, one hand resting thoughtfully against his ear. He wears a green patterned outfit and looks deep in contemplation. The LCARS-style frame reads: “On This Day — 6 Nov 1993 — Rules of Acquisition” and “Season 2, Episode 7 — Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the corner. A man with long dark hair and a white feathered headband stands outdoors surrounded by lush greenery, his expression serious and focused. The LCARS-style frame reads: “On This Day — 6 Nov 1995 — Tattoo” and “Season 2, Episode 9 — Star Trek: Voyager.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the corner.
November 6, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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🖖 EPISODE REMINDER 🖖

Have you watched our latest episode?

Susan Diol joins us to talk about playing Dr. Danara Pel and why those Voyager episodes still resonate!

👍 Like
💬 Comment
🔔 Subscribe

🎥 youtu.be/qoibCrK69uU?...

#CloneStarPodcast #StarTrekVoyager #StarTrek
November 6, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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🖖 TRIVIA TIME 🖖

In “Lifesigns,” what romantic gesture does the Doctor make for Dr. Danara Pel?

A) Holodeck dinner
B) Roses, chocolates, teddy bear
C) Love song
D) Holographic homeworld

Guess below👇
Answer Reveal drops Friday 🖖💫

#CloneStarPodcast #StarTrek
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November 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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🖖#OTD 5th November🖖

90: TNG - Reunion
97: VOY - Year of Hell
03: ENT - Twilight

#StarTrek
#ForFansByFans
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November 5, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🚨

Susan Diol joins us to talk about bringing Dr. Danara Pel to life on #StarTrekVoyager and why her story still matters to fans.

🪐 Watch now on YouTube
⏰ 12PM EST / 5PM GMT
youtu.be/qoibCrK69uU?...

#CloneStarPodcast #StarTrek #ForFansByFans
Promotional graphic for The CloneStar Podcast featuring Susan Diol as Dr. Danara Pel from Star Trek: Voyager. The image shows Diol in her Voyager costume with characteristic Vidiian makeup, smiling against a background of stars and nebulae. Below her is the USS Voyager starship with a “Voyager 30 Years” logo. Text reads “Watch on YouTube — Susan Diol, Dr Danara Pel, Star Trek Voyager.” The CloneStar Podcast logo appears in the bottom right corner.
November 5, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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🌀 WHAT IF…? 🌀

What if Dr. Danara Pel stayed aboard Voyager with the Doctor?

✨Would their bond have become one of Trek’s greatest romances?
✨Would she have changed the crew and the mission forever?

The comments are open for chaos 👇🔥

#CloneStarPodcast #StarTrek
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November 5, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT 🖖

We’re keeping the 30 YEARS OF VOYAGER celebration alive! 🚀

Deep dives, cast chats, fan favorites — all in one playlist:
30 YEARS OF VOYAGER
youtube.com/playlist?lis...

Who is your Voyager ride-or-die character?

#StarTrekVoyager #Voyager30 #CloneStarPodcast
November 4, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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🖖#OTD 4th November🖖

91: TNG - Unification I
96: DS9 - Trials and Tribble-ations
98: DS9 - Treachery, Faith and the Great River
98: VOY - In the Flesh
21: PRO - Starstruck

#StarTrek
#ForFansByFans
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November 4, 2025 at 6:03 PM