Mission Log: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast

The Roddenberry Podcast universe is expanding...and John, Norman and special guest Rod Roddenberry are here to answer your questions. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao 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, metaphor...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "The Emperor's New Cloak," Gand Nagus Zek decides to open up some new business opportunities in the mirror universe and is quickly taken hostage. It's mirror Ezri who recruits Quark and Rom to help bust the Nagus out, if only they can steal a cloaking device. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast...

Closing out season two of Star Trek: Lower Decks , series creator Mike McMahan stops by to talk to John and Norm about everything from planning stories to fan reactions to his deep love of Cetacean Ops. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao 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 si...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Prodigal Daughter," Ezri Dax returns home only to find she can't go home again. There's her overbearing mother, her artistic brother and the other one. Oh hi, Chief O'Brien. Also, there's murder.  Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a tim...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "It's Only a Paper Moon," Nog returns after treating his wounds from AR-558, but the adjustment to life back on DS9 is complicated. He finds solace in Vic Fontaine's holographic world until reality puts a damper on the fantasy. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Covenant," Kira is kidnapped to Empok Nor where she find the cult of the Pah-wraiths have an unlikely new leader: Gul Dukat. Faith becomes the battleground when Kira challenges his real motivations and the hold he has over his followers. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore th...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "The Siege of AR-558," Starfleet isn't about to give up the Jem'Hadar communications post they've captured. The toll is high though, in morale and lives. Captain Sisko and the Defiant crew show up to see if they can provide some needed relief and tactical advantage. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Once More Unto the Breach," the legendary Klingon, Kor, has returned for one final mission to reclaim his worthiness as a warrior. Time has been his enemy though, and General Martok does everything he can to prevent the aging Kor from jeopardizing the mission. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podca...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Treachery, Faith and the Great River," Odo finds himself in the company of Weyoun - who is desperately trying to get away from Weyoun. Meanwhile, the Chief has too much work on his plate and Nog's offer of help comes with layers of complication.  Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we e...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Chrysalis," Bashir helps Sarina, one of the genetically-altered foursome, to break out of her unresponsive state. The sudden change comes with new emotions and puts Bashir in complicated ethical territory. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Take Me Out to the Holosuite," Captain Sisko works out his differences with a smug Vulcan in the only way he knows how - by recruiting his officers into a game of baseball. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Lo...

John and Norman discuss what all went down at Creation's 55 Year Mission convention in Las Vegas. From Covid compliance to the ins and outs of the Roddenberry Stage, we have you covered. Huge thanks to supporters who joined us live or online, and we will return to our regular mission next week! Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast where...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Afterimage," Ezri Dax is having a difficult time acclimating to life on DS9. She might stay, she might go, and in the meantime she's got her hands full with the emotional and psychological needs of the people around her. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek unive...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Shadows and Symbols," Bashir and O'Brien help Worf find some peace about Jadzia. Kira deals with Romulan all up in Bajor's business. Far away, Sisko confronts visions that would stop him from finding the Orb of the Emissary. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek u...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Image in the Sand," a few months working at the family restaurant have been good for Ben Sisko - noodling away some jazz on the piano - until a vision from the prophets sets him on a path to find a missing orb and the mystery of a woman's face on the dessert planet Tyree.  Mission Log supports Hollywood Food Coalition Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Tears of the Prophets," Sisko gets the go-ahead from Starfleet to lead an offensive against the Dominion, but the prophets warn him that it may not go as planned. On DS9 Dax plans for a baby while Bashir and Quark drown their sorrows in Vic's club. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we...

In the  Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "The Sound of Her Voice," the crew of the USS Defiant rush to the aid of a stranded Starfleet officer. During the voyage, they keep her company over the communicator, but what happens if they arrive too late? Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one epis...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Time's Orphan," the O'Brien family reunites for some relaxation on a peaceful planet, but Molly stumbles into an abandoned time portal. When she comes out, she's ten years older and not the same daughter Miles and Keiko remember. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star T...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Profit and Lace," chaos erupts on Ferenginar when Zek loses his power - all because he supports the right of women to wear clothes! When Ishka is waylaid, Quark has to step in as the voice of the future of female Ferengi finance. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star T...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Valiant," Jake and Nog get sidelined on a mission and encounter the defiant crew of the Valiant. If only they had the valiant crew of the Defiant when they needed them.  Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log ...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "The Reckoning," Captain Sisko's interest in an ancient Bajoran tablet causes friction with Kai Winn when he brings it up to DS9 then destroys it. Their problems are just beginning though as the relic releases wormhole aliens to do battle on the Promenade - with Kira and Jake as their host bodies. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Lo...

Mission Log sat down for a conversation with actor and author Armin Shimerman! In a wide-ranging interview, we cover the changes in direction for Quark on Deep Space Nine, the benefits of learning Shakespeare and how Armin's new book blends history with dramatic fiction.  Order Armin's new book: Illyria: Betrayal of Angels (Jumpmaster Press) Support PanCan Quark visits Live with Regis and Kathie L...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "His Way," had enough of war and moral compromise? Step into the holosuite and meet your new best friend: Vic Fontaine. He hands out advice with the same ease he sings a classic tune. He's got Odo's number too, and he might get the constable to finally open his heart. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainmen...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "In the Pale Moonlight," Captain Sisko struggles with a difficult decision that could turn the tide of the war with the Dominion. How easy is it to compromise one's morals if it could save billions of lives - especially when someone like Garak is there to encourage him? Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainm...

In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "Inquisition," Doctor Bashir finds himself at the center of an investigation that accuses him of being a spy for the Dominion. As he questions his own sanity, he also questions the ones doing the investigation. Who are they working for? And what does that say about Starfleet? Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Ente...