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On today's show: Sir Patrick Stewart is a confirmed guest for Destination Star Trek, Michael Chabon reveals that the Short Treks episode "Q&A" was originally two stories, and Mary Wiseman talks about Tilly's next moves in Star Trek: Discovery. All this plus this week's Trek Trivia! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: the "Tardigrades" copyright lawsuit is headed for appeal, CBS Television Studios names a new head of animation, and Star Trek's warp speed is far slower than you think. All this and more, catching up on the weekend's Star Trek news! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: Sue Kisenwether from Women at Warp reports from the red carpet at PaleyFest New York, and Star Trek (finally!) features its first female composer. These stories, plus the answer to Tuesday's trivia question and your weekend podcast playlist! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: the next Star Trek Short Treks episode "The Trouble with Edward" is out today, Alex Kurtzman and Anthony Rapp confirm the spore drive's role in Discovery season three, and it's another bumper week for Star Trek events. Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Improbable Cause," what do you get when you cross Garak's shop with an explosive device? What do you get when you cross a Flaxian assassin and a top secret military operation? What do you get when you cross the former head of the Obsidian Order with one of his brightest agents? Hosted by John Champion & Ken Ray Welcome to Mission Log, a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log examines a single episode of Star Trek, diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural significance. From the show's most iconic moments to its hidden gems, we analyze what makes Star Trek one of the greatest science fiction sagas of all time. In this Episode of Mission Log we'll... Recap the story and analyze key moments. Discuss the moral dilemmas presented. Debate whether the episode holds up and if the messages are still relevant. Join the Conversation: What are your thoughts on this episode? Share your take on the ethical questions and themes explored, and let us know how it fits into the broader Star Trek narrative. We'd love to hear from you! For as little as $1 a month, you can gain access to our Mission Log Discord Community! There, we continue the discussion with dedicated channels and a weekly video chat with the hosts. Become a member of our Patreon today! https://www.Patreon.com/MissionLog Want to share your thoughts on an upcoming episode? Email us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured during the episode. Follow us on Social Media: X https://x.com/MissionLogPod INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/MissionLogPod THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod Did you know Roddenberry Podcasts is on YouTube? Find the video versions of your favorite shows like Mission Log: Prodigy, Mission Log: The Orville, as well as exclusive content only available on YouTube. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@RoddenberryEntertainment?sub_confirmation=1 Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek, follow us here: RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryPodcasts RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://x.com/roddenberry RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://x.com/RoddenberryFdn Subscribe and Stay Updated: Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your preferred podcast player, leave a review, and join Mission Log on the journey of weekly deep dives into the Star Trek universe. Technical Director: Earl Green Produced by Roddenberry Entertainment | All Rights Reserved

On today's show: Star Trek drops a new trailer for the next Short Treks episode "The Trouble with Edward", from PaleyFest New York, Alex Kurtzman and Heather Kadin confirm details about Discovery, Picard and the Nickelodeon animated series, and a new nature documentary examines the real mycelial network. All that, plus this week in Trek history! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

This week, John and Ken say hello to Dr. Robert Thirsk. As an astronaut for the Canadian Space Agency, Dr. Thirsk broke their record for the most days spent in space. He shares some of his experiences, plus thoughts on space tourism, getting to Mars, and using Star Trek as a blueprint for life in space. Seriously - this man has been to space. Definitely worth listening to this edition of Mission Log Live. Be sure to join us live! We're on the Mission Log Facebook page facebook.com/missionlogpod every Tuesday at 7pm Pacific/10pm Eastern

After all the ups and downs considering whether Star Trek will return as a movie or a TV show, Gene Roddenberry sends an update to loyal fans. There's thanks on his part to the fans keeping Trek in the public eye alongside his optimism that Paramount is more dedicated than ever to bring Trek to the big screen after the success of Star Wars. See the original document: Motion picture status letter from Gene Roddenberry - January 1978 The Trek Files Season 4 on Memory Alpha All episodes and documents: The Trek Files on Memory Alpha Visit the Trekland site for behind-the-scenes access and exclusive merchandise. The conversation continues on Discord with live chats and the Roddenberry Podcasts community! Join today!

On today's show: the Star Trek Universe panel from New York Comic Con is now available to watch on YouTube, Kate Mulgrew talks to Women at Warp about her next moves, and Wil Wheaton honors Aron Eisenberg in a unique way. All this plus this week's Trek Trivia! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: it was a big weekend for the Star Trek Universe, as CBS dropped new trailers for both Star Trek: Picard and Star Trek: Discovery, plus the newest Short Trek, "Q&A" hit CBS All Access. All this and more, catching up on the weekend's Star Trek news! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Through the Looking Glass," O'Brien is all smiles when he… takes Sisko at the point of a phaser to the mirror universe. Smiley has a job for Commander Sisko: Pretend to be Captain Sisko of the Terran rebellion and convince his wife - Jennifer (yes, Sisko's Jennifer (kind of)) to stop building a weapon that will crush the rebellion. And if he happens to sleep with a couple of mirror universe copies of his co-workers… fine? Hosted by John Champion & Ken Ray Welcome to Mission Log, a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log examines a single episode of Star Trek, diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural significance. From the show's most iconic moments to its hidden gems, we analyze what makes Star Trek one of the greatest science fiction sagas of all time. In this Episode of Mission Log we'll... Recap the story and analyze key moments. Discuss the moral dilemmas presented. Debate whether the episode holds up and if the messages are still relevant. Join the Conversation: What are your thoughts on this episode? Share your take on the ethical questions and themes explored, and let us know how it fits into the broader Star Trek narrative. We'd love to hear from you! For as little as $1 a month, you can gain access to our Mission Log Discord Community! There, we continue the discussion with dedicated channels and a weekly video chat with the hosts. Become a member of our Patreon today! https://www.Patreon.com/MissionLog Want to share your thoughts on an upcoming episode? Email us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured during the episode. Follow us on Social Media: X https://x.com/MissionLogPod INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/MissionLogPod THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod Did you know Roddenberry Podcasts is on YouTube? Find the video versions of your favorite shows like Mission Log: Prodigy, Mission Log: The Orville, as well as exclusive content only available on YouTube. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@RoddenberryEntertainment?sub_confirmation=1 Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek, follow us here: RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryPodcasts RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://x.com/roddenberry RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://x.com/RoddenberryFdn Subscribe and Stay Updated: Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your preferred podcast player, leave a review, and join Mission Log on the journey of weekly deep dives into the Star Trek universe. Technical Director: Earl Green Produced by Roddenberry Entertainment | All Rights Reserved

This week, John welcomes Aaron Harvey and Rich Schepis, co-authors of "Star Trek: The Official Guide to the Animated Series." Topics include Gene pushing boundaries, making "adult" shows for a child audience and how TAS fits into the Trek franchise - plus your calls! Be sure to join us live! We're on the Mission Log Facebook page facebook.com/missionlogpod every Tuesday at 7pm Pacific/10pm Eastern

How much do suggestions from fans influence Star Trek? In late 1986, during pre-production on The Next Generation, this 11-point memo from Gene Roddenberry circulated among the staff. In it, a consensus of ideas from a recent convention gave food for thought as the plans for a new Star Trek series took shape. See the original document: Fan Suggestions memo - December 1986 The Trek Files Season 4 on Memory Alpha All episodes and documents: The Trek Files on Memory Alpha Visit the Trekland site for behind-the-scenes access and exclusive merchandise. The conversation continues on Discord with live chats and the Roddenberry Podcasts community! Join today!

Today's show is kind of a special one. There's one fun story to tell you about, but then I'll be gearing you up for the next week because...I'm taking a week off. But fear not! There is plenty to keep you busy while I'm gone, and I'll tell you all about it, plus your weekend podcast playlist, and - of course! - the answer to Tuesday's trivia question! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: Doug Jones wonders who will get the captain's chair in Star Trek: Discovery season three, some fans are petitioning for a Captain Nog statue in Star Trek: Picard, and Viacom's ad-supported Pluto TV expands to Android devices in Europe. All this, plus the Star Trek events in YOUR area to look forward to this weekend! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Distant Voices," Dr. Bashir has voices in his head that happen to sound and look like his crewmates. They're a little different though: they bicker with him and each other, they distract him and they stay the same while Julian ages rapidly. Is it all just in his head, or is the doctor's life being threatened? Hosted by John Champion & Ken Ray Welcome to Mission Log, a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log examines a single episode of Star Trek, diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural significance. From the show's most iconic moments to its hidden gems, we analyze what makes Star Trek one of the greatest science fiction sagas of all time. In this Episode of Mission Log we'll... Recap the story and analyze key moments. Discuss the moral dilemmas presented. Debate whether the episode holds up and if the messages are still relevant. Join the Conversation: What are your thoughts on this episode? Share your take on the ethical questions and themes explored, and let us know how it fits into the broader Star Trek narrative. We'd love to hear from you! For as little as $1 a month, you can gain access to our Mission Log Discord Community! There, we continue the discussion with dedicated channels and a weekly video chat with the hosts. Become a member of our Patreon today! https://www.Patreon.com/MissionLog Want to share your thoughts on an upcoming episode? Email us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured during the episode. Follow us on Social Media: X https://x.com/MissionLogPod INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/MissionLogPod THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod Did you know Roddenberry Podcasts is on YouTube? Find the video versions of your favorite shows like Mission Log: Prodigy, Mission Log: The Orville, as well as exclusive content only available on YouTube. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@RoddenberryEntertainment?sub_confirmation=1 Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek, follow us here: RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryPodcasts RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://x.com/roddenberry RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://x.com/RoddenberryFdn Subscribe and Stay Updated: Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your preferred podcast player, leave a review, and join Mission Log on the journey of weekly deep dives into the Star Trek universe. Technical Director: Earl Green Produced by Roddenberry Entertainment | All Rights Reserved

On today's show: we say goodbye to Star Trek guest stars Sid Haig and Jack Donner, a new Next Generation gambling game is set to debut next month, and CBS gets a new marketing chief - from Amazon Studios. All that, plus this week in Trek history! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

This week, Ken talks with Dr. Robert Hurt, astronomer and Spitzer Space Telescope visualization scientist, about science, science-fiction, and Star Trek. What does Trek get right? When does it miss? Find out on this week's Mission Log Live! Be sure to join us live! We're on the Mission Log Facebook page facebook.com/missionlogpod every Tuesday at 7pm Pacific/10pm Eastern

On today's show: Star Trek Online players hold a torchlight vigil for Aron Eisenberg, a copyright infringement lawsuit against Star Trek: Discovery has been dismissed, and ViacomCBS CEO Bob Bakish wants to concentrate on investment rather than mergers and acquisitions. All this plus the week's Trek Trivia! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

A selection of fan letters from some of Star Trek's youngest - and most ardent - fans from 1975. Some have specific technical questions, some want merchandise and some just need to let Gene Roddenberry know exactly how deeply their fandom runs. The Trek Files looks at how much has changed and stayed the same since the pre-internet days of fandom. See the original document: Star Trek fan letters - 1975 1 The Trek Files Season 4 on Memory Alpha All episodes and documents: The Trek Files on Memory Alpha Visit the Trekland site for behind-the-scenes access and exclusive merchandise. The conversation continues on Discord with live chats and the Roddenberry Podcasts community! Join today!

On today's show: Aron Eisenberg, Deep Space Nine's Nog, has passed away at age 50. Also: the sound editor for Star Treks II and III, Cece Hall, is to be honored with a career achievement award, and the Star Trek band Five Year Mission is gearing up for "Year Five". We're catching up on the weekend's Star Trek news. Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: Marina Sirtis - out of context - says she feels like one of President Trump's mistresses, Kate Mulgrew reflects on 25 years since starting her stint on Voyager, and the little convention that could, CaperCon, gets a new headliner in the form of Robert Picardo. All this, plus the answer to Tuesday's trivia question and your weekend staying-in playlist! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Visionary," Miles O'Brien is unstuck in time. He keeps traveling a few hours into the future, where he sees dead people. Mostly him. Can he stop himself from dying, stop Deep Space Nine from exploding, stop himself from dying, and stop himself from dying? Hosted by John Champion & Ken Ray Welcome to Mission Log, a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log examines a single episode of Star Trek, diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural significance. From the show's most iconic moments to its hidden gems, we analyze what makes Star Trek one of the greatest science fiction sagas of all time. In this Episode of Mission Log we'll... Recap the story and analyze key moments. Discuss the moral dilemmas presented. Debate whether the episode holds up and if the messages are still relevant. Join the Conversation: What are your thoughts on this episode? Share your take on the ethical questions and themes explored, and let us know how it fits into the broader Star Trek narrative. We'd love to hear from you! For as little as $1 a month, you can gain access to our Mission Log Discord Community! There, we continue the discussion with dedicated channels and a weekly video chat with the hosts. Become a member of our Patreon today! https://www.Patreon.com/MissionLog Want to share your thoughts on an upcoming episode? Email us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured during the episode. Follow us on Social Media: X https://x.com/MissionLogPod INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/MissionLogPod THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod Did you know Roddenberry Podcasts is on YouTube? Find the video versions of your favorite shows like Mission Log: Prodigy, Mission Log: The Orville, as well as exclusive content only available on YouTube. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@RoddenberryEntertainment?sub_confirmation=1 Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek, follow us here: RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryPodcasts RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://x.com/roddenberry RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://x.com/RoddenberryFdn Subscribe and Stay Updated: Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your preferred podcast player, leave a review, and join Mission Log on the journey of weekly deep dives into the Star Trek universe. Technical Director: Earl Green Produced by Roddenberry Entertainment | All Rights Reserved

On today's show: Star Trek: Discovery is heading to PaleyFest New York, the comic book Star Trek: Year Five #6 is out now, and I've got a listener's review of her experiences at a recent Star Trek event. All this, plus the Star Trek events in YOUR area to look forward to this weekend! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: Sir Patrick Stewart talks about the possibility of filming Picard season two next spring, Anthony Rapp talks about his role in Star Trek Online and growing from loss in Discovery season two, and the Smithsonian Enterprise model is going into storage. All that, plus this week in Trek history! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

Wondering how to make the holodeck real? Otoy founder Jules Urbach joins John and Ken to talk augmented reality, virtual reality, and - yes - Star Trek. He's a Roddenberry family friend and interviewed Gene in the '80s. Jules Urbach and all of the realities on this week's Mission Log Live. Be sure to join us live! We're on the Mission Log Facebook page facebook.com/missionlogpod every Tuesday at 7pm Pacific/10pm Eastern

On today's show: a new Star Trek: Discovery novel focused on Lt. Stamets is due out in December, Douglas Trumbull, VFX director for Star Trek: The Motion Picture, describes rebuilding the Enterprise for that iconic scene, and the Star Trek fan film Axanar is set to start filming again next month. All this plus this week's Trek Trivia! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

Gene Roddenberry catches up with his friend, fellow TV producer Sam Rolfe, in this a letter from November of 1965. In it, Gene talks about the promise of a few pilots he's done such as "The Long Hunt of April Savage," "Police Story" and "Star Trek" which could make it to NBC's schedule the next fall. There's also mention of some Doc Savage/Ocean's Eleven show Bruce Geller is producing for Desilu. He hasn't read it, but the buzz is good. See the original document: Gene Roddenberry letter to Sam Rolfe - November 1965 The Trek Files Season 4 on Memory Alpha All episodes and documents: The Trek Files on Memory Alpha Visit the Trekland site for behind-the-scenes access and exclusive merchandise. The conversation continues on Discord with live chats and the Roddenberry Podcasts community! Join today!

On today's show: Jonathan Del Arco says that Hugh is on a Borg cube in Star Trek: Picard, Star Trek: Discovery picks up its first Emmy award, and a handful of Saturns, and I'm reflecting on Star Trek: The Motion Picture on the big screen. All this and more, catching up on the weekend's Star Trek news! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: Michael Dorn will NOT be appearing in Star Trek: Picard (probably), a deepfake video shows what Sir Patrick Stewart might have looked like as Shinzon, and CBS Chief Creative Officer David Nevins wants to build a "virtuous eco-system" at ViacomCBS. All this, plus the answer to Tuesday's trivia question and your weekend staying-in playlist! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Prophet Motive," the Grand Nagus Zek is back and he is… happy? He's humming! He's glad to see people! He's… buying people drinks? Giving away gifts? Setting up a Ferengi Benevolent Association? Something is wrong - something only the beings in the wormhole can fix. Also, young Doc Bashir is up for an award. Hosted by John Champion & Ken Ray Welcome to Mission Log, a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log examines a single episode of Star Trek, diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural significance. From the show's most iconic moments to its hidden gems, we analyze what makes Star Trek one of the greatest science fiction sagas of all time. In this Episode of Mission Log we'll... Recap the story and analyze key moments. Discuss the moral dilemmas presented. Debate whether the episode holds up and if the messages are still relevant. Join the Conversation: What are your thoughts on this episode? Share your take on the ethical questions and themes explored, and let us know how it fits into the broader Star Trek narrative. We'd love to hear from you! For as little as $1 a month, you can gain access to our Mission Log Discord Community! There, we continue the discussion with dedicated channels and a weekly video chat with the hosts. Become a member of our Patreon today! https://www.Patreon.com/MissionLog Want to share your thoughts on an upcoming episode? Email us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured during the episode. Follow us on Social Media: X https://x.com/MissionLogPod INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/MissionLogPod THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod Did you know Roddenberry Podcasts is on YouTube? Find the video versions of your favorite shows like Mission Log: Prodigy, Mission Log: The Orville, as well as exclusive content only available on YouTube. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@RoddenberryEntertainment?sub_confirmation=1 Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek, follow us here: RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryPodcasts RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://x.com/roddenberry RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://x.com/RoddenberryFdn Subscribe and Stay Updated: Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your preferred podcast player, leave a review, and join Mission Log on the journey of weekly deep dives into the Star Trek universe. Technical Director: Earl Green Produced by Roddenberry Entertainment | All Rights Reserved

On today's show: Whoopi Goldberg joins the cast of Stephen King's The Stand on CBS All Access, the Saturn Awards will be streamed live this Friday on CONtv, and The Orville is heading to New York Comic Con. All this, plus the Star Trek events in YOUR area to look forward to this weekend! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: Apple announced details for Apple TV+'s debut - and it's sooner and cheaper than you think, William Shatner and Jeri Ryan star in the new film Devil's Revenge, and one YouTuber has figured out how to play the Star Trek theme on a Tesla coil. All that, plus this week in Trek history! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

This week, John and Ken take a deep dive with model-builder, prop-maker and all around creative force Max Cervantes. From working behind the scenes to time in front of the camera to touring a torn-up Logan's Run set, Max has a slew of stories to share. But for all of his sci-fi love, Trek is at the top. Find out why when Mission Log Live welcomes Max Cervantes to the show. Be sure to join us live! We're on the Mission Log Facebook page facebook.com/missionlogpod every Tuesday at 7pm Pacific/10pm Eastern

In 1967, Dorothy Fontana created the Tellarites for the TOS episode "Journey to Babel" with a few notes about their homeworld and physical characteristics. Fast forward more than fifty years and the Tellarites are still part of Star Trek lore on Discovery. To celebrate this find and talk about their snout-nosed origins, Larry welcomes our first "Disco" guest and Tellarite actor, Harry Judge! See the original document: Journey to Babel makeup-costume note - September 1967 The Trek Files Season 4 on Memory Alpha All episodes and documents: The Trek Files on Memory Alpha Visit the Trekland site for behind-the-scenes access and exclusive merchandise. The conversation continues on Discord with live chats and the Roddenberry Podcasts community! Join today!

On today's show: you could have Thanksgiving dinner with William Shatner - for a price, former gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams talks about making no mistakes and still losing, and we're learning about Star Trek's influence on the hip-hop music industry. All this plus this week's Trek Trivia! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: Alex Kurtzman welcomes fans to the new StarTrek.com, Democratic presidential candidate Cory Booker talks about his Trek fandom, and a Star Trek: Discovery writer quits the show after being chastised for using the N-word. All this and more, catching up on the weekend's Star Trek news! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: Star Trek: Discovery season two will be released in steelbook format later this year, Discovery designer Neville Page is hosting a panel at this weekend's LightBox Expo, and we're getting to know Persis Khambatta, Ilia from Star Trek: The Motion Picture. All this, plus the answer to Tuesday's trivia question and your weekend staying-in playlist! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Destiny," stop me if you've heard this one: Three vipers walk into a nest in the sky, fated to close the gates of… wait. That's not how it goes. Oh - right! A comet glides into a wormhole, fated to… How does this one go again? Eh. Decide for yourself. Hosted by John Champion & Ken Ray Welcome to Mission Log, a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log examines a single episode of Star Trek, diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural significance. From the show's most iconic moments to its hidden gems, we analyze what makes Star Trek one of the greatest science fiction sagas of all time. In this Episode of Mission Log we'll... Recap the story and analyze key moments. Discuss the moral dilemmas presented. Debate whether the episode holds up and if the messages are still relevant. Join the Conversation: What are your thoughts on this episode? Share your take on the ethical questions and themes explored, and let us know how it fits into the broader Star Trek narrative. We'd love to hear from you! For as little as $1 a month, you can gain access to our Mission Log Discord Community! There, we continue the discussion with dedicated channels and a weekly video chat with the hosts. Become a member of our Patreon today! https://www.Patreon.com/MissionLog Want to share your thoughts on an upcoming episode? Email us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured during the episode. Follow us on Social Media: X https://x.com/MissionLogPod INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/MissionLogPod THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod Did you know Roddenberry Podcasts is on YouTube? Find the video versions of your favorite shows like Mission Log: Prodigy, Mission Log: The Orville, as well as exclusive content only available on YouTube. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@RoddenberryEntertainment?sub_confirmation=1 Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek, follow us here: RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryPodcasts RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://x.com/roddenberry RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://x.com/RoddenberryFdn Subscribe and Stay Updated: Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your preferred podcast player, leave a review, and join Mission Log on the journey of weekly deep dives into the Star Trek universe. Technical Director: Earl Green Produced by Roddenberry Entertainment | All Rights Reserved

On today's show: the Star Trek Universe beams into New York Comic Con, four women Star Trek actors are on board for the new crowdfunded series "Storyville", and George Takei says that the US treatment of migrants on southern border is "even lower" than WWII internment camps. All this, plus the Star Trek events in YOUR area to look forward to this weekend! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: Jonathan Frakes says Star Trek: Discovery season three will be more "optimistic", Star Trek Online teams up with Star Trek Adventures for an RPG campaign-writing contest, and scientists in The Netherlands demonstrate a Star Trek-like scanner for detecting life at a distance. All that, plus this week in Trek history! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

Academy Award-winning makeup and VFX artist Robert Short joins us to talk all kinds of Trek. Because he's worked on all kinds of Trek, from the animated series to The Motion Picture to Voyager and more. And it all started when he took a seat in the original captain's chair on the set of TOS. Seriously. "Beetlejuice," The Man From U.N.C.L.E., Halloween, and more - take a trip through Hollywood with John, Ken, and Bob Short on this week's Mission Log Live! Be sure to join us live! We're on the Mission Log Facebook page facebook.com/missionlogpod every Tuesday at 7pm Pacific/10pm Eastern

Two-time Emmy-winning director Robert Butler - at 91 the only non-actor creative still with us from "The Cage" - joins Larry Nemecek in a maxed-out room at San Diego Comic Con 2019. Discussions about the casting of "The Cage" plus Gene Roddenberry's inexperience as Star Trek's first pilot went before the cameras and how Butler sees the "new" Pike some 55 years later. It's a rare moment of history you don't want to miss! The Trek Files Season 4 on Memory Alpha All episodes and documents: The Trek Files on Memory Alpha Visit the Trekland site for behind-the-scenes access and exclusive merchandise. The conversation continues on Discord with live chats and the Roddenberry Podcasts community! Join today!

On today's show: Michael Chabon announces that Star Trek: Picard has finished filming, Jonathan Frakes reveals that he had an anxiety attack about reprising his role as Riker, and pro wrestler Cody Rhodes showed off his Star Trek fandom at an event over the weekend. All this plus this week's Trek Trivia! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: a survey of fans shows that Star Trek fans love Star Wars too, Jason Isaacs says a theoretical return of Prime Lorca should happen "when people least expect it", and the VFX team from The Orville detail how they created their Emmy-nominated space battle. All this, plus the answer to Tuesday's trivia question and your weekend staying-in playlist! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Heart of Stone," Kira and Odo get sidetracked while returning to DS9 from a Bajoran colony only to wind up with Kira's foot, then her whole body, encased in suffocating crystal. Meanwhile, Nog is bucking family tradition by trying to join Starfleet - if only he can get a reluctant Commander Sisko on his side. Hosted by John Champion & Ken Ray Welcome to Mission Log, a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log examines a single episode of Star Trek, diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural significance. From the show's most iconic moments to its hidden gems, we analyze what makes Star Trek one of the greatest science fiction sagas of all time. In this Episode of Mission Log we'll... Recap the story and analyze key moments. Discuss the moral dilemmas presented. Debate whether the episode holds up and if the messages are still relevant. Join the Conversation: What are your thoughts on this episode? Share your take on the ethical questions and themes explored, and let us know how it fits into the broader Star Trek narrative. We'd love to hear from you! For as little as $1 a month, you can gain access to our Mission Log Discord Community! There, we continue the discussion with dedicated channels and a weekly video chat with the hosts. Become a member of our Patreon today! https://www.Patreon.com/MissionLog Want to share your thoughts on an upcoming episode? Email us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured during the episode. Follow us on Social Media: X https://x.com/MissionLogPod INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/MissionLogPod THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod Did you know Roddenberry Podcasts is on YouTube? Find the video versions of your favorite shows like Mission Log: Prodigy, Mission Log: The Orville, as well as exclusive content only available on YouTube. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@RoddenberryEntertainment?sub_confirmation=1 Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek, follow us here: RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryPodcasts RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://x.com/roddenberry RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://x.com/RoddenberryFdn Subscribe and Stay Updated: Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your preferred podcast player, leave a review, and join Mission Log on the journey of weekly deep dives into the Star Trek universe. Technical Director: Earl Green Produced by Roddenberry Entertainment | All Rights Reserved

On today's show: the effects director for Star Trek: The Motion Picture reveals that the film almost didn't happen, Star Trek starships arrive in the blockchain-powered CSC Game, and CBS's acting CEO Joe Ianniello issues a company-wide memo on diversity and inclusion efforts ahead of the Viacom merger. All this, plus the Star Trek events in YOUR area to look forward to this weekend! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

On today's show: Star Trek: Discovery's title designer talks iconography and easter eggs, Star Trek: Year Five Issue 5 is out today from IDW Comics, and The New Zealand Mint announces new Star Trek: The Next Generation silver coin notes. All that, plus this week in Trek history! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews

This week, Mike Rothschild joins John and Ken. Mike's a debunker of conspiracy theories and fringe beliefs - or maybe that's just what he WANTS you to think. Conspiracies in Trek! Conspiracy theory around Trek! Conspiracy theory in the world around us and how to deal with it! Critical thinking? How 'bout critical FUN on this week's Mission Log Live! Be sure to join us live! We're on the Mission Log Facebook page facebook.com/missionlogpod every Tuesday at 7pm Pacific/10pm Eastern

On today's show: Ethan Peck explains the REAL reason we need a Pike, Spock and Number One Discovery spinoff, the director of Love, Antosha describes "meeting" Anton Yelchin through making the film, and how a key plot point of Godzilla: King of the Monsters drew inspiration from Star Trek. All this plus this week's Trek Trivia! Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: dailystartreknews.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @dailytreknews Instagram: @dailytreknews