The Live Long and Podcast crew revisits Season 3, Episode 10 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, "The Defector" (1990), as part of their ongoing rewatch series. When a Romulan officer risks everything to warn the Federation of a secret military buildup, the Enterprise is thrust into a high-stakes game of deception and diplomacy. As Picard navigates the shadows of the Neutral Zone, the crew must decide whether to trust a defector whose truth could spark a war, or prevent one.

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Star Trek: The Next Generation S3 E10 - "The Defector" (1990) | Episode Review

First Aired: January 1, 1990

In-universe year: 2366

Date of Podcast: November 20, 2025

Star Trek: The Next Generation Rewatch Review Series

THIS WEEK'S PODCASTERS

Dave Mader, Adam Woodward, Jody Simpson, Cole Rudnicki

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Dave Mader and Jaemeel Robinson

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15:40 Screenshots and Plot Breakdown

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The Live Long and Podcast crew continues their journey through Season 4 of For All Mankind with Episode 2, "Have a Nice Sol" (2023). As Mars reels from disaster and Earth tightens its grip, tensions rise across every frontier. From black market deals and broken comms to Soviet crackdowns and corporate science. Join our panel of sci-fi enthusiasts as they unpack the power plays, personal reckonings, and quiet revolutions shaping this bold new chapter.

For All Mankind S4 E2 – "Have a Nice Sol" (2023) Episode Review

First Aired: November 17, 2023

In-universe year: 2003

Date of Podcast: November 17, 2025

For All Mankind Review Series

THIS WEEK'S PODCASTERS

Dave Mader, Kevin Millard, Adam Woodward, Jody Simpson, Heather Narduzzi, Jeff Mader

LIVE LONG AND PODCAST FOUNDED BY

Dave Mader and Jaemeel Robinson

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Dave Mader

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The Live Long and Podcast crew revisits Season 3, Episode 9 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, "The Vengeance Factor" (1989), as part of their ongoing rewatch series. As the Enterprise attempts to broker peace between the Acamarians and their exiled Gatherers, a hidden assassin threatens to unravel the fragile truce. With centuries of vengeance encoded in her DNA, Yuta forces Commander Riker to confront the line between compassion and command.

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Star Trek: The Next Generation S3 E9 - "The Vengeance Factor" (1989) | Episode Review

First Aired: November 20, 1989

In-universe year: 2366

Date of Podcast: November 11, 2025

Star Trek: The Next Generation Rewatch Review Series

THIS WEEK'S PODCASTERS

Dave Mader, Adam Woodward, Chris "Shaggy" Vasilas, Marcel "Frost" DaCosta

LIVE LONG AND PODCAST FOUNDED BY

Dave Mader and Jaemeel Robinson

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Dave Mader

INTRO MUSIC BY

Jérôme Chauvel

Abydos Music

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1:31:25 Outro

The Live Long and Podcast crew kicks off Season 4 of For All Mankind with Episode 1, "Glasnost" (2023). From Martian mining disasters and Soviet exile to emotional fallout and shifting power dynamics, our panel of sci-fi enthusiasts dives deep into the drama, the politics, and the legacy moments that set the stage for a turbulent new chapter.

For All Mankind S4 E1 – "Glasnost" (2023) Episode Review

First Aired: November 10, 2023

In-universe year: 2003

Date of Podcast: November 10, 2025

For All Mankind Review Series

THIS WEEK'S PODCASTERS

Dave Mader, Adam Woodward, Jody Simpson, Heather Narduzzi, Jeff Mader, Richard Mader

LIVE LONG AND PODCAST FOUNDED BY

Dave Mader and Jaemeel Robinson

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Dave Mader

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The LLAP crew have rewatched the eigth episode of season 3 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, "The Price" (1989), as part of a Star Trek: The Next Generation podcast review series. As the Federation and rival factions bid for control of a newly discovered wormhole, Counselor Troi faces a personal and professional dilemma with a charming but manipulative negotiator. Join our panel of Trek enthusiasts as they unpack the diplomacy, deception, and emotional fallout — one deal, one data scan, and one Betazoid boundary at a time.

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Star Trek: The Next Generation S3 E8 - "The Price" (1989) | Episode Review

First Aired: November 13, 1989

In-universe year: 2366

Date of Podcast: November 4, 2025

Star Trek: The Next Generation Rewatch Review Series

THIS WEEK'S PODCASTERS

Dave Mader, Kevin Millard, Ashley Millard, Heather Narduzzi, Jane Mader, Adam Woodward

LIVE LONG AND PODCAST FOUNDED BY

Dave Mader and Jaemeel Robinson

A PROUD MEMBER OF THE UNITED FEDERATION OF PODCASTS

Check us out online at https://www.ufpodcasts.com/livelongandpodcast

PRODUCER

Dave Mader

INTRO MUSIC BY

Jérôme Chauvel

Abydos Music

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1:22 Beginning of Podcast

13:59 Screenshots and Plot Breakdown

1:08:25 Fun Facts

1:14:38 Ratings

1:19:01 Outro

The LLAP crew have watched the finale of Season 3 of For All Mankind, "Stranger in a Strange Land" (2022), as part of the For All Mankind podcast review series. From political showdowns and Martian survival to heartbreaking loss and unexpected reunions, this panel of sci-fi enthusiasts unpacks the episode’s emotional depth, high-stakes drama, and legacy-defining moments with insight and passion.

For All Mankind S3 E10 – "Stranger in a Strange Land" (2022) Episode Review

First Aired: August 12, 2022

In-universe year: 1995 (jump to 2003 at end)

Date of Podcast: November 3, 2025

For All Mankind Review Series

THIS WEEK'S PODCASTERS

Dave Mader, Kevin Millard, Adam Woodward, Jody Simpson, Heather Narduzzi, Jeff Mader

LIVE LONG AND PODCAST FOUNDED BY

Dave Mader and Jaemeel Robinson

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Dave Mader

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1:55:48 Outro

The LLAP crew have rewatched the seventh episode of season 3 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, "The Enemy" (1989), as part of a Star Trek: The Next Generation podcast review series. In this tension-filled installment, our panel of Trek enthusiasts explores Geordi’s fight for survival on Galorndon Core, Worf’s moral standoff with his own prejudice, and Picard’s delicate diplomacy with a Romulan warbird. Join us as we unpack the isolation, the ethical fault lines, and the quiet heroism. One storm, one standoff, and one decision at a time.

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Star Trek: The Next Generation S3 E7 - "The Enemy" (1989) | Episode Review

First Aired: November 6, 1989

In-universe year: 2366

Date of Podcast: October 30, 2025

Star Trek: The Next Generation Rewatch Review Series

THIS WEEK'S PODCASTERS

Dave Mader, Ashley Millard, Adam Woodward, Kevin Millard

LIVE LONG AND PODCAST FOUNDED BY

Dave Mader and Jaemeel Robinson

A PROUD MEMBER OF THE UNITED FEDERATION OF PODCASTS

Check us out online at https://www.ufpodcasts.com/livelongandpodcast

PRODUCER

Dave Mader

INTRO MUSIC BY

Jérôme Chauvel

Abydos Music

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1:23 Beginning of Podcast

16:18 Screenshots and Plot Breakdown

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1:19:14 Ratings

1:21:13 Outro

The LLAP crew have watched the ninth episode of Season 3 of For All Mankind, "Coming Home" (2022), as part of the For All Mankind podcast review series. This panel of sci-fi enthusiasts unpacks the episode’s emotional stakes, political fallout, and high-risk Martian rescue with insight and passion.

For All Mankind S3 E9 "Coming Home" (2022) Episode Review

First Aired: August 5, 2022

In-universe year: 1995

Date of Podcast: October 27, 2025

For All Mankind Review Series

THIS WEEK'S PODCASTERS

Dave Mader, Kevin Millard, Adam Woodward, Jody Simpson, Heather Narduzzi, Jeff Mader

LIVE LONG AND PODCAST FOUNDED BY

Dave Mader and Jaemeel Robinson

A PROUD MEMBER OF THE UNITED FEDERATION OF PODCASTS

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Dave Mader

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1:38:23 Outro

The LLAP crew have rewatched the sixth episode of season 3 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, "Booby Trap" (1989), as part of a Star Trek: The Next Generation podcast review series. In this introspective installment, our panel of Trek enthusiasts dives into the emotional isolation, ethical gray zones, and character dynamics that make this episode quietly compelling. Join us as we unpack the technobabble, the heartache, and the holographic connection — one maneuver, one moment, and one moral dilemma at a time.

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Star Trek: The Next Generation S3 E6 - "Booby Trap" (1989) | Episode Review

First Aired: October 30, 1989

In-universe year: 2366

Date of Podcast: October 21, 2025

Star Trek: The Next Generation Rewatch Review Series

THIS WEEK'S PODCASTERS

Dave Mader, Adam Woodward, Jody Simpson, Becky Robinson

LIVE LONG AND PODCAST FOUNDED BY

Dave Mader and Jaemeel Robinson

A PROUD MEMBER OF THE UNITED FEDERATION OF PODCASTS

Check us out online at https://www.ufpodcasts.com/livelongandpodcast

PRODUCER

Dave Mader

INTRO MUSIC BY

Jérôme Chauvel

Abydos Music

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1:18:31 Outro

The LLAP crew have watched the eighth episode of Season 3 of For All Mankind, "The Sands of Ares" (2022), as part of the For All Mankind podcast review series. This panel of science fiction enthusiasts breaks down the episode’s emotional weight, political tension, and Martian rescue drama.

For All Mankind S3 E8 – "The Sands of Ares" (2022) Episode Review

First Aired: July 29, 2022

In-universe year: 1995

Date of Podcast: October 20, 2025

For All Mankind Review Series

THIS WEEK'S PODCASTERS

Dave Mader, Kevin Millard, Adam Woodward, Jody Simpson, Heather Narduzzi, Jeff Mader

LIVE LONG AND PODCAST FOUNDED BY

Dave Mader and Jaemeel Robinson

A PROUD MEMBER OF THE UNITED FEDERATION OF PODCASTS

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Dave Mader

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1:36:58 Outro