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Vulcan's Glory. With the exception of the glimpses we see in "The Cage" and "The Menagerie," not much is known about Spock's early days aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise, or the crew that he served: Captain Christopher Pike and his stalwart first officer Number One. Now that Star Trek: Discovery is exploring this time period and these characters, we feel the time has come to look at some of the books that chronicled Pike's captaincy, starting with one authored by a true veteran of Star Trek writing. In this episode of Literary Treks, hosts Bruce Gibson and Dan Gunther talk about Vulcan's Glory, written by Original Series writer Dorothy "D.C." Fontana. We discuss the references to past Star Trek such as The Animated Series, the crew of the Enterprise under Pike's command, how well we feel this connects to Star Trek: Discovery, the historical artifact known as "Vulcan's Glory," Pike's mission to the devastated planet Areta, a mysterious murder plot aboard the Enterprise, Scotty and his engine room hooch, and wrap up with our final thoughts and ratings. At the top of the show, Bruce and Dan review the final issue of IDW's Star Trek vs. Transformers and respond to feedback from The Babel Conference about Literary Treks 259: He's Gotta Grow Some and Just Do It. News Star Trek vs. Transformers #5 review (00:03:39) Listener Feedback (00:16:09) Feature: Vulcan's Glory 30th Anniversary (00:22:37) Yesteryear (00:28:02) First Pike Novel (00:33:15) Number One of Illyria (00:36:16) Picturing TOS and DSC (00:43:22) Historical Artifact (00:49:01) Family Squabbles on Areta (00:53:35) The Hunt for Glory (01:01:59) Spock's Love Interest (01:09:44) Engine Room Hooch (01:14:04) Ratings (01:18:33) Final Thoughts (01:23:24) Hosts Dan Gunther and Bruce Gibson Production Bruce Gibson (Editor and Producer) Dan Gunther (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) Ken Tripp (Associate Producer) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Associate Producer) Justin Oser (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Greg Rozier (Associate Producer) Jeffery Harlan (Associate Producer)
Christian Humberg: In the Heart of Chaos. In 2016, a new experiment in the world of Trek lit was attempted: for the first time, Star Trek novels would be published outside the United States in a language other than English. German publisher Cross Cult, the company that provides German-translated editions of Pocket Books' Trek novels, published its own Star Trek series: Star Trek: Prometheus, a trilogy of novels that tells the story of the Federation confronting radical terrorism, a story that is very relevant to today's world. In this episode of Literary Treks, hosts Dan Gunther and Bruce Gibson are joined by Star Trek: Prometheus author Christian Humberg to talk about the final book in the Prometheus trilogy: In the Heart of Chaos, co-written with fellow author Bernd Perplies. We discuss the origin of their Trek fandom, how the Prometheus series came about, the ship and crew at the heart of the story, the Son of the Ancient Reds, innocent lives affected by the events of the novel, Raspin and the crew of the I.K.S. Bortas, the Old Ones and their role in ending the crisis, and wrap up with what the authors are currently working on and where you can find them online. At the top of the show, we review issue #3 of IDW's Star Trek vs. Transformers and respond to your Babel Conference feedback for Literary Treks 251: 5 Missions of Elton John. News Star Trek vs. Transformers #3 (00:03:24) Listener Feedback (00:14:13) Feature: Christian Humberg Getting into Star Trek (00:17:16) Starting the Prometheus Trilogy (00:19:28) The Crew (00:25:14) A Parable for Modern Times (00:28:13) Brossal's Story (00:31:44) Raspin and the IKS Bortas (00:33:59) The Old Ones (00:37:37) Jassat ak Namur (00:39:10) Star Trek Publishing in Germany (00:43:42) Other Projects (00:48:52) Final Thoughts (00:51:33) Hosts Dan Gunther and Bruce Gibson Guest Christian Humberg Production Matthew Rushing (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) Ken Tripp (Associate Producer) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Associate Producer) Bruce Gibson (Associate Producer) Justin Oser (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Greg Rozier (Associate Producer) Jeffery Harlan (Associate Producer)
Great to have Sarah back. Lots of terrific IDW trek comics are happening now. The Star Trek Boldy Go series set in the JJ Abrahms film universe started a new multi universe story called IDIC. She also previews the Discovery prequel series focusing on T'Kuvma and The Kingon Deathship crew cominng later this month, and more. Plus we cant help talking about the new streaming series, with the fall hiatus starting next week. Good thing there's plenty of quality IDW trek comics to get us to the Jan half of the season.Â
Great to have Sarah back. Lots of terrific IDW trek comics are happening now. The Star Trek Boldy Go series set in the JJ Abrahms film universe started a new multi universe story called IDIC. She also previews the Discovery prequel series focusing on T'Kuvma and The Kingon Deathship crew cominng later this month, and more. Plus we cant help talking about the new streaming series, with the fall hiatus starting next week. Good thing there's plenty of quality IDW trek comics to get us to the Jan half of the season.Â
Lots Of Trek talk with master painter JK Woodward. JK has an uncanny ability painting the recognizable faces of Trek in all of his covers and interiors for IDW's Star Trek Comics.We can't help but get into many Star Trek topics including the upcoming Star Trek Discovery
Lots Of Trek talk with master painter JK Woodward. JK has an uncanny ability painting the recognizable faces of Trek in all of his covers and interiors for IDW's Star Trek Comics.We can't help but get into many Star Trek topics including the upcoming Star Trek Discovery
We wrap up our coverage of Star Trek Las Vegas 2015 with highlights from the floor, featuring Marina Sirtis and Patrick Stewart, as well as an exclusive interview with IDW's Star Trek comics editor Sarah Gaydos about her work on the Parallel Lives gender-swap Trek comics, efforts to improve representation of women in the Trek comics more generally, and the forthcoming Starfleet Academy YA comics series. Hosts Jarrah Guests Sarah Gaydos Editor Jarrah Contact Us crew@womenatwarp.com Twitter: @womenatwarp Facebook:Â http://facebook.com/womenatwarp Support the Show http://patreon.com/womenatwarp
Fuggedaboud Dork Reign! Screw Final Crapsis!! The Freaks have just read the REAL comic book event of the year!! Join 'em for an in-depth analysis of IDW's Star Trek mini-series "Countdown", the prequel for the much-anticipated and much-feared J.J. Abrams Star Trek movie!! Do the comics help to ease the feelings of dread that Scott and Chris have been feeling for months, or are they simply another cheesy pointless tie-in to make a quick buck? Should they now read the IDW Terminator: Salvation prequel mini? Join the Dorky Duo and find out if they are holding their breath or holding their noses!Feedback for this show can be sent to: startrek@twotruefreaks.comTwo True Freaks! is a proud member of BOTH the Comics Podcast Network (http://www.comicspodcasts.com/) and the League of Comic Book Podcasts (http://www.comicbooknoise.com/league/)!! Follow the fun on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/113051642052970/ THANK YOU for listening to Two True Freaks!!
Fuggedaboud Dork Reign! Screw Final Crapsis!! The Freaks have just read the REAL comic book event of the year!! Join 'em for an in-depth analysis of IDW's Star Trek mini-series "Countdown", the prequel for the much-anticipated and much-feared J.J. Abrams Star Trek movie!! Do the comics help to ease the feelings of dread that Scott and Chris have been feeling for months, or are they simply another cheesy pointless tie-in to make a quick buck? Should they now read the IDW Terminator: Salvation prequel mini? Join the Dorky Duo and find out if they are holding their breath or holding their noses!Feedback for this show can be sent to: startrek@twotruefreaks.comTwo True Freaks! is a proud member of BOTH the Comics Podcast Network (http://www.comicspodcasts.com/) and the League of Comic Book Podcasts (http://www.comicbooknoise.com/league/)!! Follow the fun on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/113051642052970/ THANK YOU for listening to Two True Freaks!!
Fuggedaboud Dork Reign! Screw Final Crapsis!! The Freaks have just read the REAL comic book event of the year!! Join 'em for an in-depth analysis of IDW's Star Trek mini-series "Countdown", the prequel for the much-anticipated and much-feared J.J. Abrams Star Trek movie!! Do the comics help to ease the feelings of dread that Scott and Chris have been feeling for months, or are they simply another cheesy pointless tie-in to make a quick buck? Should they now read the IDW Terminator: Salvation prequel mini? Join the Dorky Duo and find out if they are holding their breath or holding their noses!Feedback for this show can be sent to: startrek@twotruefreaks.comTwo True Freaks! is a proud member of BOTH the Comics Podcast Network (http://www.comicspodcasts.com/) and the League of Comic Book Podcasts (http://www.comicbooknoise.com/league/)!! Follow the fun on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/113051642052970/ THANK YOU for listening to Two True Freaks!!
Fuggedaboud Dork Reign! Screw Final Crapsis!! The Freaks have just read the REAL comic book event of the year!! Join 'em for an in-depth analysis of IDW's Star Trek mini-series "Countdown", the prequel for the much-anticipated and much-feared J.J. Abrams Star Trek movie!! Do the comics help to ease the feelings of dread that Scott and Chris have been feeling for months, or are they simply another cheesy pointless tie-in to make a quick buck? Should they now read the IDW Terminator: Salvation prequel mini? Join the Dorky Duo and find out if they are holding their breath or holding their noses!Feedback for this show can be sent to: startrek@twotruefreaks.comTwo True Freaks! is a proud member of BOTH the Comics Podcast Network (http://www.comicspodcasts.com/) and the League of Comic Book Podcasts (http://www.comicbooknoise.com/league/)!! Follow the fun on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/113051642052970/ THANK YOU for listening to Two True Freaks!!