Roddenberry Podcasts

Episode 13 of Mission Log Live covers episode 14 of Star Trek: Discovery, "The War Without, the War Within." This week we hit a few questions, including: What universe are we in now? What's with all of the open jackets? What's a little genocide between friends?   Be sure to join us live! We're on the Mission Log Facebook page facebook.com/missionlogpod every Tuesday at 7pm Pacific/10pm Eastern

When the rest of the world started to take Star Trek fandom seriously, Gene Roddenberry was asked to provide an introduction for the book "Star Trek Lives" in 1975. Here we present an early draft with many of Gene's thoughts on Trek fans and forward-looking comments about the state of mass media. See the original document: Star Trek Lives  Draft Introduction (January 1975) The Trek Files  Season 1...

In Star Trek: First Contact , it's the return of the Borg! You remember them! And the return of the Borg Queen! You remember her! No? Well, Picard does. He and the newly christened Enterprise 1701-E trace the technological terrors back to 21st century Earth, where the Borg are trying to stop first contact and assimilate humanity. So, we'll need to find Zefram Cochran, get his ship running, and tak...

Episode 12 of Mission Log Live covers episode 13 of Star Trek: Discovery, "What's Past is Prologue." Apparently, you can only stare in the mirror so long. The crew of the Discovery has found a way back to its universe. But coming home doesn't look a lot like coming home. Are you happy with the Mirror Universe plot? Did the societal messages resonate? Those topics and more are covered on this week'...

A year before Star Trek: The Next Generation debuted, David Gerrold sent a memo to Gene Roddenberry, Ed Milkis and Bob Justman about the Enterprise crew tackling philosophical ideas. How does this have repercussions on Star Trek more than 30 years later? Find out in today's episode of The Trek Files! See the original document: Enlightenment on the  Enterprise  (October 1986) The Trek Files  Season...

In Star Trek: Generations , Picard and crew have landed on the big screen, and they've brought some history with them. There are the Duras sisters, and Guinan, and - holy cow! Is that Captain James T. Kirk?!? Yes it is. No longer the captain of a starship, he's found a side of paradise all his own. But Picard needs his help! Millions of lives are in the balance. Hosted by John Champion & Ken Ray W...

Episode 11 of Mission Log Live covers episode 12 of Star Trek: Discovery, "Vaulting Ambition." You think Burnham's history in her own universe is weird? It's nothing compared to her history the mirror universe. Topics this week include how Discovery is treating its characters and whether the show is "good Star Trek."   Be sure to join us live! We're on the Mission Log Facebook page facebook.com/mi...

In the debut episode of The Trek Files, we deep-dive into one of Star Trek's cornerstone documents: The Star Trek Guide, from April 1967. Your host, Dr. Trek himself, Larry Nemecek, explores the "believability factor" and how it influenced the development of The Original Series together with guest co-host: John Champion. See the original document: The  Star Trek  Guide (April 1967) The Trek Files ...

In the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "All Good Things...," Captain Picard is moving back and forth through time. That's the quickest way to get to the beginning. It is seven-years ago, and mankind is being put on trial by Q - not again, but still. Once again, Picard has to save humanity. But this will be trickier than any time before, since Q says it is Picard that will destroy humanity....

Episode 10 of Mission Log Live covers episode 11 of Star Trek: Discovery - "The Wolf Inside." Bumping into yourself in the mirror universe can be awkward, especially when one of you wants to kill you. Serving on a starship can be awkward, especially when you try to cure your superior officer and accidentally kill him. Being a spy behind enemy lines can be tough, especially when the guy you love tu...

In the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "Preemptive Strike," Ro Laren is back from Advanced Tactical Training, and just in time. Starfleet wants her to go undercover and infiltrate the Maquis. The Maquis have taken to attacking the Cardassians. Yes, the same Cardassians that killed Ro's father. Right in front of her. And occupied her home world. And Starfleet wants her to help them. It is a...

Episode nine of Mission Log Live covers episode ten of Star Trek: Discovery - "Despite Yourself." This week, your questions and comments about Discovery's trip into the Terran Empire. 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 the  Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "Emergence," something has taken over the Enterprise, and that something is - the Enterprise. The ship is alive and trying to create life, too. But Picard and crew have places to be. Can they wrest back control from this new life without killing it so they can go back to seeking new life? And can they please play in the holodeck without being almost...

It is a holiday supplemental edition of Mission Log, and John and Ken are getting the presents! Presents in this case are comments from you, which they are re-gifting. Re-gifting in this case means they are sharing your comments with the rest of the Mission Log listeners. Plus, a look at what is on the Mission Log calendar. Hosted by John Champion & Ken Ray Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry E...

In the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "Bloodlines," completing week three of season seven's three sons, we say hello to an old enemy and a new offspring. The Ferengi Bok is back to take revenge on Picard. Picard killed Bok's son, now Bok will kill Picard's son. Wait… Picard has a son? It looks like it. Hosted by John Champion & Ken Ray Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment...

In the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "Firstborn," Alexander is back, as is Alexander. Worf's son has come from the future to convince his younger self to down his prune juice and follow the way of the warrior. And if that doesn't work, he'll kill himself - in younger form. But older Alexander has a lot to learn from - hang on - a lot to learn from Worf, who may not be the worst father ev...

In the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "Journey's End," Wesley Crusher comes back to the Enterprise for a visit, but he's not the young man the others expect him to be. Meanwhile on Dorvan V, the Native American colonists are being forced to uproot by Starfleet in an ugly bit of history repeating. Hosted by John Champion & Ken Ray Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcas...

In the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "Genesis," everybody seems edgy. Well, except for the people who seem to be groggy and forgetful. And the ones turning into frogs and lemurs and whatever Worf is turning into. Can Data and Captain Picard save the day? Hosted by John Champion & Ken Ray Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe...

In the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "Eye of the Beholder," a shocking suicide on the Enterprise leads Deanna Troi on a psychic journey into a killer's memories. It's part Columbo, part Sixth Sense and more TNG mind-bleepery. 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...

As we head into Dicovery's hiatus, John and Ken chat with Dan Madsen - cofounder of Fansets and president of the first official Star Trek fan club. Dan talks about his love of Star Trek and what Discovery means to him. Plus calls and Facebook questions from actual people! We're taking a short break, but Mission Log Live will return to the Mission Log Facebook page by mid-December. Keep an eye on f...

In the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "Masks," what do Masaka, Ihat, an old man, and a frightened child have in common? Many things. They are all a part of some ancient, unknown pantheon. They are all taking over Data's brain. And each is caught in an eternal dance that could lead to destruction for the Enterprise. Where is Korgano when you need him? And can Picard's Korgano imitation foo...

Episode seven of Mission Log Live covers episode eight of Star Trek: Discovery - "Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum" This week, your questions and comments about strange new worlds, Saru's outburst, and all those other bridge officers. Plus special guest Dr. Ali Mattu from The Psych Show, online at ThePsychShow.com . Be sure to join us live: We're on the Mission Log Facebook page - facebook.com/missionlog...

In the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "Thine Own Self," Data's mission to retrieve radioactive material from a pre-industrial world goes haywire when he forgets who he is. He doesn't forget science though, which means he might be able to clean up the mess he accidentally created. Meanwhile, Deanna Troi learns the one tough lesson keeping her from the Captain's chair. Hint: not everybody m...

Episode six of Mission Log Live covers episode seven of Star Trek: Discovery - "Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad" This week, it's you and John and Ken talking about the 30-minute loop. Harry Mudd is back again. And again. And again. Topics include: Burnham's thing for animals Why is Mudd mad at Lorca but not Tyler? Yesterday's music tomorrow! Be sure to join us live: We're on the Mission Log Fa...

In the  Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, "Lower Decks," ever wondered about all of those OTHER people on the Enterprise? This week, they get names! And plot lines! Meet the one that annoys Riker! The one being tested by Worf AND Picard! And who could ever forget the one that annoys Geordi? Hosted by John Champion & Ken Ray Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where...