In this episode of Star Trek Voyager, Tom Paris and B'Lana Torres are getting married, but their honeymoon is interrupted when the crew realizes they are not the originals but silver blood copies left behind on a Demon Class planet. The crew faces the dilemma of returning to their original home or accepting their new identity. The episode explores themes of identity, memory, and the meaning of home. In this conversation, Will, Linz, and Elizabeth discuss the Star Trek: Voyager episode 'Course: Oblivion.' They explore the themes of identity, cloning, AI, and the impact of technology on society. They also touch on the dangers of deepfake technology and the challenges of determining truth in the age of social media. The conversation delves into the futility of existence and the fear of oblivion. The hosts critique the episode's ending and discuss the importance of human connection and the need for a cohesive global society.
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