Podcasts about Spock

This week on Scene N Nerd Presents Blerd Trek, Will checks in on the latest Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4 news as we get closer to the July 23 premiere. The producers are teasing a return to more classic, character-driven Trek storytelling, no season-long "big bad," more focus on Kirk and Spock, plus La'an and Ortegas — and yes, the puppet episode is still happening. We also discuss the William Shatner alternate Kirk story that almost happened but never came together.   Want to keep the conversation going? Hit us up on X (formerly Twitter) @SceneNNerd, Bluesky @SceneNNerd.bsky.social, Facebook, Instagram @scene_n_nerd, and Threads @scene_n_nerd. Don't forget to check out our website at www.scenennerdpodcast.com. If you enjoyed this episode, drop us a rating and a shout-out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcast fix!

Recorded live at Stellar Fest 2026! Keith Johnson (Earth Station Trek) leads a panel comprised of Tony Bowers, Buck Melton, and Hollis Jo McCollum in a deep dive into the surprisingly passionate and varied love life of Starfleet’s most buttoned up officer, Mr. Spock! Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, […] The post The Many Loves of Mister Spock – Earth Station Trek – BONUS EPISODE appeared first on The ESO Network.

Kirk, Spock, Abraham Lincoln, and Surak team up to fight four evil people from history.     X @WWST_Podcast

Effie and Dave have finally arrived at "Spock's Brain", oft-fingered as the worst episode of Star Trek ever made! Is it that? We'll get into it, maman! There sure be some rough whittlin' in this woodworkin' shop!

In this episode, we speak with our friend, and resident alien expert, Matthew Gregory.  Matt is the founder and leader of the Salem Paranormal Observation Consciousness and Knowledge group (SPOCK), and holds monthly meetings to discuss topics related to aliens, UAPs, consciousness, disclosure, and fringe theories.  In this episode we explore where his interests started with these topics, his current theories and beliefs, and his thoughts about recent governmental disclosures. SPOCK Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1H7UAwDavb/–If you have a strange story and would like to be a guest on the podcast, email us at seekerandskeptic@gmail.com Listen to the Podcast on YouTube- https://youtube.com/@seekerandskeptic?si=UypaOZm9fQFC5WD1 Follow us on:Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/theseekerandtheskeptic/Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095293164654Twitter- https://www.twitter.com/seekernskeptic Linktree- www.linktr.ee/seekerandskeptic  MERCH Shop! Help us out by purchasing cool stuff!https://my-store-ea043e.creator-spring.com/Follow the Seeker!Website- www.brittanyroseauthor.com Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094557498818Substack- https://substack.com/@phasesofgrowth Align and Bloom- https://amzn.to/3PWmX6TMaiden's Light- https://amzn.to/3Q1OYKv Mother's Night- https://a.co/d/iCC6jWX Sign up for the Skeptic's Substack: https://thelightfromalbemuth.substack.com/ The Light From Albemuth Tarot and Creativity Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0eSnAF40EsafRbxusLvdKe?si=a458738ef8c04bbd 

When the Entrepreneur visits a decimated colony on Omicron Ceti III, the away team is surprised to find a group of happy survivors thriving on a vegetarian diet. But after Spock gets sprayed by a flower and everyone refuses to leave paradise, Kirk has to start pissing people off to break the happiness spell. How did the Berthold rays over promise and under deliver? Which piece of equipment is very absent in this story? What's the biggest green flag for a Federation citizen? It's the episode that didn't tie up its loose ends.Support the production of our shows Members get benefits including bonus episodes and an ad-free experienceSign up for our mailing listGet a thing at podshop.bizGreatest Trek is hosted by Adam Pranica and Benjamin Ahr Harrison The show is produced by Wynde PriddySocial media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill TilleyMusic by Adam RaguseaDiscuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestTrek and find us on social media:YouTube | Instagram | BlueskyAnd check out these online communities run by FODs: Reddit | USS Hood Discord | Facebook group | Wikia | FriendsOfDeSoto.socialSupport the production of Greatest Trek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We meet an adversary so diabolical, he can teach children to control minds by pretending to use a shake weight – so powerful Kirk knows his name despite it never being uttered – so charismatic he can get away with wearing a floral-print trash bag moo-moo!We get to partake in some good, old-fashioned anti-hippie, pro-establishment rhetoric, maman!

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When a grumpy Ambassador forces the Entrepreneur to ignore a Code 710, an away team beams down and learns the crew has been designated casualties of war. But after Spock starts taking out security guards and Scotty threatens to blow up the planet's buildings too, Kirk destroys a war computer to finally end the ancient conflict. Where does the generational trauma not stop? What's worse than a living person being disintegrated? Who doesn't get enough credit for being physically imposing? It's the episode that set the stage for huge collars on Star Trek.Support the production of our showsMembers get benefits including bonus episodes and an ad-free experienceSign up for our mailing listGet a thing at podshop.bizGreatest Trek is hosted by Adam Pranica and Benjamin Ahr Harrison The show is produced by Wynde PriddySocial media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill TilleyMusic by Adam RaguseaDiscuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestTrek and find us on social media:YouTube | Instagram | BlueskyAnd check out these online communities run by FODs: Reddit | USS Hood Discord | Facebook group | Wikia | FriendsOfDeSoto.socialSupport the production of Greatest Trek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen below or click here for full show notes Subspace Chatter Kelvin Star Trek films are now FREE to watch on this streaming site William Shatner Hints at Return of “Star Trek” to San Diego Comic-Con 2026 – San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog “Big Star Trek Event” Planned For San Diego Comic-Con 2026, According To William Shatner – TrekMovie.com    >>> Star Trek’s William Shatner on if Tarantino’s R RATED version is still possible Comic Con Liverpool – YouTube Trek Long Island – Long Island’s Trek Convention The real-world influence of Star Trek’s U.S.S. Enterprise | WUNC News Review: ‘The Art Of Star Trek: Lower Decks' Is A Beautiful Celebration And Window Into Roads Not Taken – TrekMovie.com In Vulcan, Alberta, Canada news… Vulcan County man proposing to build large data centre in the county | Calgary Herald Vulcan County celebrates Economic Development Week – HighRiverOnline.com Special Weather Statement issued for Foothills, Vulcan County, as spring storm approaches  – OkotoksOnline.com CLICK HERE to see our ratings for Star Trek episodes and movies we have discussed on the show. Ratings ata compiled and maintained by Listener Diane Here are links to 47 additional stories.broken out by series, movies and other categories. CLASSIC TV SERIES (in order of premiere) Star Trek: The Original Series (1966 – 1969) [3 seasons] Star Trek’s Original Crew Was Changed By A Sexist Demand From NBC  Spock’s 5 Best Star Trek: The Original Series Episodes, Ranked – AOL Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987 – 1994) [7 seasons] Every Season of Star Trek: The Next Generation Ranked Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993 – 1999) [7 seasons] 10 Worst Episodes Of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine  Star Trek: Voyager (1995 – 2001) [7 seasons] Star Trek: Voyager Documentary Blu-ray Release Date And Special Features Revealed  30 Years Ago, Star Trek Created A Bizarre Controversy That Still Haunts The Franchise  STREAMING SERIES AND MOVIES (in order of premiere) Star Trek: Short Treks (2018 – 2020) [2 seasons] The Forgotten Star Trek Show That Solved a Historic Canon-Breaking Spock Error Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (2022 – present) [4th season yet to premier, 5th/final season filmed] Star Trek Has Officially Replaced Captains Kirk & Picard  Star Trek: SNW’s ‘exciting’ Spirk relationship continues in season 4  Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4 Promises Exploration And Adventure  Analysis: ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' S4 Teaser Reveals A Series Finally Exploring The Final Frontier – TrekMovie.com  Every Star Trek: Strange New Worlds actor CONFIRMED for season 4  Interview: ‘Strange New Worlds' Cast Hypes Seasons 4 And 5, Talks Hope For ‘Star Trek: Year One' – TrekMovie.com  Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4 & 5 Tease ‘Final Boss Energy’  NickALive!: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds | Cast Shares Their Favorite Scenes | Paramount+  Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 4 image teases rad landing party  Star Trek Actors “Cried At Every End” Of Strange New Worlds' Final Season Episodes  Star Trek: SNW actor teases ‘fantastic horror episode’ in season 4  Star Trek: SNW season 4’s synopsis may disappoint fans  Star Trek Actress’ Three Words About ‘Strange New Worlds’ Seasons 4 and 5 Have Fans Pumped  Paramount’s 5-Part Space Opera Deserves More Than Its 94% Rotten Tomatoes Score  Star Trek: Starfleet Academy [2026 – present] [season 2 will end series] Star Trek’s Tawny Newsome felt she ‘hit the jackpot’ working on SFA season 1  Unannounced “Star Trek: Year One” series SNW’s Kirk & Spock reveal if they’d join Star Trek: Year One (should it be greenlit)  Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Cast Tease The Arrival Of Sulu And Bones  THEATRICAL MOTION PICTURES (in order of premiere) Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982) Star Trek: Wrath of Khan Has Better Space Battles Than Star Wars  Star Trek: First Contact (1996) Star Trek Nearly Recruited H.R. Giger To Revamp The Franchise’s Scariest Villains Star Trek Beyond (2016) Why Karl Urban Almost Didn’t Return As Dr. McCoy In Star Trek Beyond  Trek movies that never were, for one reason or another, [such as Tarantino’s movie] 4 Lost ‘Star Trek' Films of the 70s: Roddenberry, Kirk and Kennedy, Black Holes and More (Exclusive)  Quentin Tarantino’s R-Rated Star Trek Movie Gets an Update From William Shatner – ComicBook.com  OTHER MEDIAStar Trek books, audio books New Star Trek Release Finally Reverses a Major Picard Injustice – ComicBook.com  Star Trek Is Bringing Back Wil Wheaton’s Wesley Crusher In An Excellent Way, And Fans Won’t Want To Miss It  New Star Trek book will detail rebuilding a beloved starship  Review: ‘The Art Of Star Trek: Lower Decks' Is A Beautiful Celebration And Window Into Roads Not Taken – TrekMovie.com  Star Trek Comics/graphic novels/magazines Early Look At ‘Star Trek: The Last Starship' #7 With Exclusive Preview From The Authors – TrekMovie.com  Watch Star Trek actor celebrate first comic book appearance  New Star Trek Release Collects the Best Trek Series in Years – ComicBook.com  MISCELLANEOUS Franchise-wide/Miscellaneous Celebrities You Didn’t Know Were In Star Trek  The 10 Best Performances In The Star Trek Movies, Ranked  These Are the Best Star Trek TV Series as the Series Turns 60 – AOL  How Star Trek Created Modern Blockbuster Movie Franchises by Accident  The 20 Best Star Trek Episodes Of All Time—Ranked  All 7 Banned Star Trek Episodes, Explained  The “Lost Years” That Led Gene Roddenberry Back To Star Trek – Reactor  ‘Star Trek’ Movie, ‘Star Trek: Year One’ and the Franchise Leaving TV  Star Trek’s future is addressed by Paramount CEO  Convention news/fandom NickALive!: Engage! The Highlight Video From Star Trek: The Cruise IX is Live! | Star Trek: The Cruise  Main Mission Star Trek: The Next Generation novel“Q-Space”The first of 3 books in the “Q Continuum” storyPublished August 1998Written by Greg Cox End Of Show It’s about time to refill the dilithium chamber and get on out of here. Find Clinton at Comedy4Cast Find Chuck and Kreg at Technorama Podcast If you liked the show, please be sure to tell a friend about it. And subscribe, so you’ll never miss an episode. We’d love to hear from you. Follow us on BlueSky (@thetopicistrek), visit our Facebook page or call us at 816-TREKKER, that’s (816) 873-5537 Don’t put on the red shirt!

Romulans using Klingon designs!? Vulcan and Romulan finger entwined!? Kirk and Spock are looking for a cloaking device while the Romulan commander's looking for a poking so nice! It's a wild ride this episode, maman!

In this episode, I chat with creature effects artist, puppeteer and digital pioneer Craig Caton-Largent about a career that arguably traces the entire arc of modern visual effects — from foam latex and animatronics to motion control, performance capture and full CG animation. Craig talks about growing up on a sheep and cattle ranch in Washington State, being captivated by the 1960s Batman TV show and then Planet of the Apes, and teaching himself prosthetics from Dick Smith's Monster Makeup Handbook. After tracking down Dick Smith's address in Who's Who in America, he wrote a letter that led to a year of mentorship over cassette tapes and ultimately introductions to Rick Baker, Stan Winston and Tom Burman. We get into his first job on Charles Band's Metal Storm: The Destruction of Jared-Syn, working on the Olympic alien for the 1984 closing ceremonies, sculpting barnacles on Cocoon, building Spock's seamless silicone ears on Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home, undulating menacingly under shaving cream on Larry Cohen's The Stuff, and puppeteering Slimer's mouth on the original Ghostbusters. A big part of the conversation focuses on Jurassic Park, including the design evolution of the T-Rex, the helicopter convention moment that led to the McFadden motion base, the logistics of moving the full-size animatronic across the San Fernando Valley at night, and Craig's work as the Raptor puppeteer, including the now-legendary "head tilt" at the kitchen window that earned an on-set "It's like Alien, I love it" from Spielberg. We also talk about Craig's twenty-year stint as the caretaker, or "doctor", to the original ET puppet, including the time the LAPD turned up at his garage door thinking he was running a crack lab while he was actually repainting ET. Plus the story of how Stan Winston handing him a couple of SGI machines led, almost overnight, to him becoming one of the eight co-founders of Digital Domain alongside James Cameron and Scott Ross. Later in the conversation we move into Craig's animation career as a final layout artist and character TD at DreamWorks and Disney, with credits on Tangled, Rise of the Guardians, How to Train Your Dragon 2 and Turbo, and stories from working with Guillermo del Toro at DreamWorks. We finish on Craig's current role as Creative Director of the 3D Animation and Visual Effects department at the New York Film Academy in Burbank. Topics coveredGrowing up on a Washington State ranch and falling in love with Planet of the ApesFamous Monsters of Filmland and Dick Smith's Monster Makeup HandbookCold-writing to Dick Smith and a year of cassette-tape mentorshipArriving in Hollywood at the start of the "golden age" of effectsFirst feature work on Metal Storm: The Destruction of Jared-SynThe closing ceremonies of the 1984 LA Olympics and Ron Cobb's alienSculpting barnacles and cocoons for Cocoon (1985)Seamless silicone Spock ears on Star Trek IV: The Voyage HomeThe Stuff with Larry Cohen and "undulating menacingly"Puppeteering Slimer's mouth on GhostbustersDesigning the T-Rex around helicopter flight simulator technologyWorking with McFadden Simulation on the T-Rex motion baseMoving the full-size T-Rex across the San Fernando ValleyBuilding a 70lb Steadicam-rigged Raptor insert head for Jurassic ParkUsing parrots as reference for bird-like Raptor movementThe kitchen porthole head tilt, and Spielberg's "It's like Alien" reactionUsing Kermit the Frog's voice on set as the Raptor performerTwenty years as ET's "doctor", and the LAPD crack-lab incidentET's arm in a rifle case at JFK a week after 9/11Motion capture experiments and blood-spread effects on Interview with the VampireA flying logo on an Amiga, and becoming a co-founder of Digital DomainWorking with Stan Winston, James Cameron and Scott RossMoving into animation: character rigging at Disney on TangledFinal layout and virtual camera work at DreamWorks on Rise of the Guardians, How to Train Your Dragon 2 and TurboLunches with Guillermo del Toro in the DreamWorks canteenPre-vis on the Total Recall remake with Len WisemanTeaching the next generation at the New York Film Academy, BurbankThe unique "intergalactic award" Spielberg gave Craig for puppeteering ETThis podcast is completely independent and made possible by listener support. If you'd like to help me keep making these episodes, you can join my Patreon community here: https://patreon.com/jamiebenning Watch more on YouTube:Check out the Filmumentaries YouTube channel for behind-the-scenes clips and extra content: https://youtube.com/filmumentariesAll my links

Shore Leave (Star Trek: The Original Series (TOS), S1 E15) was recommended by He/Him, who said: "Velcome to FANTASY PLANET!"Okay, I'll be honest. 90% of the reason I'm recommending this episode is to see Khaki's reaction to the beginning of Star Trek's long, and weirdly specific, obsession with stereotyping the Irish. Aside from that, I like it because this one of the most lighthearted of the early Trek episodes, coming right after the incredibly tense "Balance of Terror." Ultimately, there's no antagonist, no one is hurt (well, permanently anyway), and everyone has a good time. It's just a chance for the actors to have a few nice character bits as the episode explores the mystery of the planet itself, which every show needs.Oh, and Kirk wanting a massage from Spock is a COMPLETELY PLATONIC desire, I swear!Shore Leave first aired on November 17, 1966, written by Theodore Sturgeon, and directed by Robert SparrPart I: Spock hijacks the Enterprise to take his crippled former captain, Christopher Pike, to the forbidden world of Talos IV. He then demands a court martial, where he uses the events of The Cage to tell the tale of Pike's captivity on the planet years earlierThe Joy of Trek is hosted by Khaki & Kay, with editing & production by Chief Engineer Greg and music by Fox Amoore (Bandcamp | Bluesky)Send us your recommendations, or support us on Patreon.Find us at joyoftrek.com · Twitter · Facebook

--{ "Scientific Indoctrination for People Persuasion"}-- Left and right hemispheres of brain - A female perspective - Challenges of speaking publicly - Social upheaval, Industrial Era, Corn Laws, movement to cities - Rockefeller Foundation, generation of cannon fodder - Internet and computer manufacturers - Military-Industrial Complex - Bank foreclosures on homes - Online censorship; banned sites, political porrectness, Communism - Abortion, Margaret Sanger - Dehumanized art and society - Depopulation / Eugenics agenda, eliminating "Useless Eaters" - Euthanasia - Producer-Consumers, "Burden" of elderly - Emotive topics, division - Mandatory web filtering - Ulterior motives - Economic crash, newly homeless people and families, tent cities, shelters, parking lots - Post-911 world; war scenario, refugees - "Too Many People" - China, training engineers for future factories - Soviet "Efficiency" - TOTAL Information Network - IBM, HAL, Cardex System - Vickers, sales of World War II armaments (both sides) - Integrated Networking, Steps to brain chip - Logic, Mr. Spock, overruling emotion - Age of Reason; practical psychopaths - Farmers culling herd - Gorbachev's portraits - Jesus on Cross with Serpent.

Unlock the Secrets of Global Storytelling with Author Nova McBee!  How do you turn real-world adventures into an international bestselling series? In this episode of Continuing Conversations, we sit down with Nova McBee, the powerhouse author and screenwriter behind the hit young adult thriller series, Calculated. Drawing from over 20 years of living in China, Asia, and the Middle East, Nova reveals how her cross-cultural life shaped her "oak tree" stories—books designed to last for generations. Whether you're an aspiring writer, a Star Trek fan, or curious about the future of media, this interview is packed with actionable insights on the publishing industry and the creative process. In this episode, we dive into:     • The "Calculated" Journey: Nova shares the 13-year path of bringing her math-prodigy thriller to life and the news about the upcoming film adaptation.     • The Future of Entertainment: As the CCO of Y Plus X Entertainment, Nova explains the $15 billion vertical film industry and why storytelling for mobile phones is the next big frontier.     • Writing for Crossover Audiences: How she intentionally crafts stories that resonate with everyone from 12-year-olds to 80-year-old book clubs and a massive male demographic.     • The "Contender" Mindset: Why Nova spent years perfecting her craft and studying the publishing business before ever trying to get published.     • Star Trek Inspiration: How the partnership of Kirk and Spock influenced her views on cross-cultural collaboration and massive adventure. ABOUT OUR GUEST Nova McBee is a multi-talented author, screenwriter, and Chief Creative Officer. Her Calculated series is described as The Count of Monte Cristo meets Mission Impossible, featuring math prodigies, international smugglers, and high-stakes redemption. ORDER NOVA MCBEE'S BOOKS FROM ADVENTURE INK https://adventureink.xyz/browse/filter/t/%20Nova%20McBee/k/keyword CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS:     • Michael Dismuke: Freelance writer for Star Trek Adventures RPG. Visit him at MichaelDismuke.com.     • Jim Johnson: Project manager for Star Trek Adventures and Fallout RPGs at Modiphius. PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY OF STAR TREK TIMELINES TODAY https://adventureink.xyz/item/hB2UM6Mk2YEpRS8_RBqmkg FIND MORE FROM STUDIO TEMBO https://linktr.ee/StudioTembo CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro: Infinite Stories and Infinite Combinations    02:00 – Star Trek Roots: Kirk, Spock, and the Pioneer Spirit    04:30 – Behind the Scenes: Chief Creative Officer at Y Plus X Entertainment    05:55 – The Rise of Vertical Film: A $15 Billion Industry    08:50 – Writing "Oak Tree" Stories vs. "Flower" Stories    09:40 – The Calculated Series: Mission Impossible meets Count of Monte Cristo    11:50 – International Living as a Foundation for Authentic YA    13:30 – Becoming a "Contender": Perfecting the Craft and the Business #NovaMcBee #CalculatedSeries #WritingCommunity #VerticalFilm #AuthorInterview #StarTrekFans #YAFiction #PublishingTips #Screenwriting #ContinuingConversations

This month on Trek Tuesday, Tony chats with celebrated Star Trek artist Kavita Maharaj, whose work has become instantly recognizable across the fandom for its emotional precision, striking detail, and uncanny ability to capture the essence of beloved Trek characters. For many fans, Kavita's portraits feel like stepping into a moment of truth — a look, a gesture, a spark of humanity that defines who these characters are. And it all began with one figure who changed her life as an artist:

An ancient obelisk reveals mysteries of the Star Trek universe, and in turn robs Kirk of his memory! But was Kirk meant to lose his mind on Amerind? Effie and I have a lot of questions, maman!

Star Trek IV – The Voyage Home, Teil 16: McCoy betritt ein Krankenhaus der 80er und reagiert ungefähr so entspannt wie ein Vulkanier auf Improtheater. In dieser Episode sprechen wir über Chekovs Kopftrauma, epidurale Hämatome, Operationsmethoden damals und heute, McCoys medizinischen Furor, „Image Therapy“, 80er-Onkologie, Nierenregeneration per Zukunftspille und die Frage, ob unsere heutige Medizin in 300 Jahren vielleicht auch wie höflich beleuchtetes Mittelalter wirkt. Außerdem geht es um Spock nach seiner Wiedergeburt: Der neue Spock entfernt sich sichtbar vom vulkanischen Utilitarismus. McCoy behandelt Chekov nicht als Missionsrisiko, sondern als Zweck an sich. Kant hätte applaudiert. Innerlich. Wahrscheinlich. Unterstützt uns:

Time to stand on the table for one of the most underrated and misunderstood Star Trek films ever... The Search for Spock! No, we don't believe ALL the odd numbers are bad... this one deserves to be in the top amongst the best Trek films and we build our case in the show today. Add our Top 5 Star Trek captain moments of all time, and our great friend Daryl Ewry, and you get an incredible show where we get our shields out. So grab your Phasers, be sure to feed your Klingon monster dogs, and don't forget your mind-melds... it's time for The Search for Spock on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:26:35 Top 5 Star Trek Captain Moments 01:02:03 Movie Discussion Begins 01:32:55 Prologue 01:56:59 Spock's Quarters Broken Into 02:10:45 Sarek Visits Kirk 02:30:45 Stealing the Enterprise 02:56:16 Kirk Learns From Wrath of Khan 03:03:05 Death of David 03:14:26 Zero Zero Zero, Destruct... Zero 03:28:54 McCoy Talks to Spock 03:34:07 "Your name... is Jim." Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michal Kaczmarek Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

Listen Now to 007 WTFuture Watch Now 007 WTFuture Have you ever wondered what happens when the boundaries of theoretical physics and the  realities of AI  collide? This episode dives headfirst into a scientific breakthrough where physicists have observed “voids” of darkness mathematically moving faster than the speed of light.  As Mr. Spock would say, “fascinating..”    But a real digital shocker this week is the latest on  “Mythos,” an unprecedented AI created entirely by another AI, which  possesses the power to crack any legacy banking framework or operating system on the planet! We unpack how this technology could trigger a catastrophic “Black Swan” cyber event, citing instances of rogue nations already using AI to leverage billions in counterfeit cryptocurrency.  To protect yourself and your assets, we urge you to download a local AI agent to your smartphone right now to survive a potential infrastructure  collapse.  We take you through the process..  Beyond the impending technological apocalypse, the episode weaves in profound human mysteries and grassroots activism that will keep you listening. With a little help from ‘Ara’, we peel back the curtain on the tragic, controversial suicide of famous conspiracy theorist and “Secret Space Program” figurehead David Wilcock, exploring the bizarre circumstances surrounding his final 911 call and his legacy in the consciousness movement.   Grounding these cosmic anxieties, the conversation shifts to the vibrant activist culture of Santa Cruz, taking you inside a “Save the Bay” town hall featuring environmental legends, visionary artists, and a lawyer actively fighting for government UFO disclosure. We think you’ll find us an entertaining yet educational ride that seamlessly connects digital doomsday prep with community spiritual awakenings. Enjoy!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we boldly go back to where it all began: Season 1 of Star Trek: The Original Series. From unforgettable first encounters to moral dilemmas, strange new worlds, iconic villains, and the early chemistry of Kirk, Spock, and McCoy, we're looking at the episodes that helped define the franchise.We'll break down the best moments, the standout stories, and why this first season still holds up as a landmark in science fiction television nearly 60 years later. Whether you're a lifelong Trek fan or just starting your journey through the final frontier, this is a celebration of the episodes that made Star Trek legendary.Listen to season 2 on Nick Leshi's City of Kik channel!Support the showBrowse the 33/24 Archives: Check out the backroom!Follow us:InstagramFacebookWatch us on YouTube!

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Spock is dying and the only cure is in the hands of Orion pirates willing to blow up an asteroid to protect their neutrality. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler on the TAS episode written by a 19-year-old.

Spock is dying and the only cure is in the hands of Orion pirates willing to blow up an asteroid to protect their neutrality. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler on the TAS episode written by a 19-year-old. The post The Pirates of Orion (TAS) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Dr. Una McCormack is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling science fiction author known for bringing depth, politics, and humanity to some of the genre's most beloved universes. With more than twenty novels, she has written acclaimed stories for Star Trek, Doctor Who, and Firefly, including Star Trek: Picard – The Last Best Hope and the autobiographies of Spock and Kathryn Janeway.  An academic with a PhD in sociology and a longtime lecturer in creative writing, Una blends rigorous thought with compelling storytelling, exploring themes of identity, power, and culture within science fiction worlds.  Her work has earned numerous award nominations and widespread praise from fans and critics alike, making her one of the most respected voices writing in modern science fiction tie-in fiction today.  On this episode, we talk with Una about the craft of writing in iconic universes, what makes Star Trek such fertile ground for storytelling, and how great science fiction can illuminate the world we live in. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo

Today on another brand new episode of the Rarified Heir Podcast we are talking to Adam Nimoy, son of actor, director, pilot, musician and much more, Leonard Nimoy. We spoke to Adam about growing up the child of one of the most beloved actors of his generation because he portrayed one of the most iconic characters of the 20th century, Spock from Star Trek in television and film. Of course, not too long ago we spoke to Adam's sister Julie Nimoy and brother-in-law David Knight and we learned a few things about Leonard. But this one is just a bit different. On this episode, we learn from Adam about the relationship, struggles and finally  acceptance he had with his father which was outlined in two books, 2008's My Incredible, Wonderful, Miserable Life:An Anti Memoir and 2024's The Most Human: Reconciling with My Father, Leonard Nimoy. Among other things, it was with the help of getting sober and a 12-Step program that both father and son leaned on to connect after a period of estrangement and also how it helped to be open and honest and share – something that was in limited supply for most of Adam's life. Along the way, we take a deep dive in L.A. nostalgia including our shared education at University High School in West L.A, restaurants he and his family frequented, several of his father's automobiles, the Paisley Underground scene of the 1980s, how the band the Rain Parade were his first clients when he was becoming a lawyer via his relationship growing up with them as a kid, Leonard's TV movie Baffledwhich holds a special place in host Josh Mills's heart and how the last vestiges of the beloved Stan's Donuts in Westwood has finally closed shop. This is the Rarified Heir Podcast. Everyone has a story. Live long and prosper friends. Take a listen.

Mr. Spock would be proud of NASA's science officers.

Start Artist Song Time Album Year 1. Avenged Sevenfold 0:00:48 Avenged Sevenfold Bat Country 5:10 City Of Evil 2005 2. Shadow Gallery 0:06:44 Shadow Gallery Hope For Us? (July) 5:57 Tyranny 1998 3. Cemetary Skyline 0:13:03 Cemetery Skyline Behind The Lie 4:52 Nordic Gothic 2024 4. IHLO 0:18:30 Ihlo Replica 5:05 Legacy 2025 5. Black Sabbath 0:24:02 Black Sabbath Too Late 6:32 Dehumanizer 1992 6. Spock’s Beard 0:31:19 Spock’s Beard Beginnings 7:15 Noise Floor 2018 7. Leprous 0:39:24 Leprous Third Law 6:10 The Congregation 2015 8. Dream Theater 0:45:59 Dream Theater Perfect Strangers 5:33 A Change of Seasons 1995

This week Devo is bringing us Spock! Highly illogical, but why not? Meanwhile, Act.tv is off to the movies, Lauren Mayer is singing to her muse, and things are getting a bit fishy with Bob Rivers. 1. "Did We Watch the Same Movie?" by Act.TV 2. "Trumpchild" by Lauren Mayer 3. News of the Stupid! 4. "Clean the Aquarium" by Bob Rivers Act.TV is at Act.TV Lauren Mayer is on YouTube @psychosupermom Bob Rivers is at BobRivers.com Thank you to our Patreon backers for making this show possible!!!

Grae, Mikie, Craig & Mezza are back to review Spock's Beard's fifth album "V" or "Five". This prog rock classic is the penultimate release by the original line up and contains only 6 tracks but almost 63 minutes of music!Chat includes the background to this release, singles released and a track by track review.How will Craig cope with this prog onslaught? Listen in to find out....

When scouting a mixed-genre planet, Sulu calls for emergency beam out and arrives back on the Entrepreneur looking very refractory. But after Kirk and Spock raid the costume closet and head down to check things out, they meet members of the resistance and break into the server room to confront Landru. Which weird subreddits have entered the algorithim? How many ways can Reger be pronounced? What does a preschool do to tell all the L'Andrews apart? It's the episode that's rebranding adult underwear. Sign up for our mailing list! Get a thing at podshop.biz! Greatest Trek is produced by Wynde Priddy Social media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill Tilley Music by Adam Ragusea Friends of DeSoto for: Labor | Democracy | Justice Discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestTrek and find us on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Bluesky And check out these online communities run by FODs:  Reddit | USS Hood Discord | Facebook group | Wikia | FriendsOfDeSoto.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

https://youtu.be/JgJ9kUYSTrkMatt and Sean talk about rips in space, space madness, and Tholians, in Star Trek TOS Season 3, Episode 9, “The Tholian Web.” (00:00) - - Intro (01:23) - - Viewer feedback (04:53) - - Today's episode (06:00) - - This time in history (10:14) - - Episode discussion YouTube version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/trekintimeAudio version of the podcast: https://www.trekintime.showGet in touch: https://undecided.tech/podcast-feedbackFollow us on X: @byseanferrell @mattferrell ★ Support this podcast ★

Rock, paper, scissors, lizard, Spock we have 10 trivia questions on the hit television series The Big Bang Theory!If you'd like to choose a specific topic or dedicate an episode to a friend send a donation of your choice to our PayPal (NoChitChatTrivia@gmail.com) or our Venmo @NoChitChatTrivia and write the topic you'd like in the comments: https://account.venmo.com/NoChitChatTriviaOur official store is live! Support the show by grabbing a NCCT shirt, hat, puzzle, or more: https://www.thetop10things.com/storeSocial Media Links: TikTok, Instagram, FaceBook, YouTubeVisit our sister site thetop10things.com for travel and entertainment information!Thank you to everyone who listens! Say hello or let's collaborate: nochitchattrivia@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael and Ethan discuss the short story “Johannes Cabal and the Blustery Day,” by Jonathan Howard, while drinking Tamdhu 12yo Single Malt..In this episode:Shout-out to Jamie from the Chanhassen Total WineVery interesting Bluetooth headphone talkA short story is somewhere between a tweet and a novel, but closer to a tweetPutting the screws to MichaelFaust both is and is not a necromancerCabal both is and is not a D&D figureWhat is a homunculus? or, Ethan is Frankenstein(‘s monster)ed by Mary Shelley's FrankensteinFantasy Autism HeroMr Spock is the Star Trek guy, not Dr Spock, a distinction you need and Ethan doesn'tSome remarks on “chatty” prose styles and TV writingInevitable Lovecraft discussion, sorryConclusion: TV writing predates TVA third-person narrator can have an opinion (and a D&D alignment)Next time Michael and Ethan will discuss Jack Faust, by Michael Swanwick! Join the discussion! Go to the Contact page and put "Scotch Talk" in the Subject line. We'd love to hear from you! And submit your homework at the Michael & Ethan in a Room with Scotch page. Join us on GoodReads!Get on our Substack!Donate to our Patreon! MUSIC & SFX: "Kessy Swings Endless - (ID 349)" by Lobo Loco. Used by permission. "The Grim Reaper - II Presto" by Aitua. Used under an Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License. "Thinking It Over" by Lee Rosevere. Used under an Attribution License.(Links to books & products are affiliate links.)

Red shirts might be one of the biggest pop-cultural tropes given to us by Star Trek, but what does it mean, in-universe and out, the first of our two part look actually gives us both as Miles describes the IDW miniseries ‘Star Trek: Red Shirts' to Charlie and neither can hide their dissatisfaction while following up with a brief discussion of the John Scalzi novel ‘Redshirts.' Next episode, we'll actually be talking about episodes of Star Trek which feature examples of Red Shirts themselves. DISCLAIMER: NO RED SHIRTS WERE WORN DURING THE RECORDING OF THIS PODCAST!
SHOW NOTES: ‘Star Trek: Red Shirts' (16:25) and John Scalzi's ‘Redshirts' (01:02:26)

TALKING POINTS: Miles has to carry nitroglycerin in case his heart stops and he finds that metal, The Legend of Luther Arkwright, Star Trek Voyager: Across the Universe, it makes a weird sense that Spock and Worf would be mates, Star Trek: Defiant is a much better comic, Lower Decks' potential cynicism is canceled out by Tendi being a goddamn delight, Strikeforce Moritori, Avengers Arena and the Battle Royale manga, this might be the one Star Trek ‘thing' that convinces Miles that Section 31 should exist, making meta-jokes and parodies canonical to the universe is not always a good idea, why send these losers on a covert mission? Miles uses the term ‘Cronenberged' and hates himself for it, uncertain tonal shifts, Miles and Charlie try and thrash out what they think would be a better treatment of the same material, John Scalzi's types of novels, the differences and similarities between Red Shirts and Redshirts (aside from the space), Charlie is very happy John Scalzi didn't appear in his own novel, what happens to Redshirts after the episode is over? A Doctor Who reference to please Miles, that very 2012 feeling of the book, how post-modern self-awareness can sometimes get irritiating, if you approach every situation like you're actually in a horror movie- get help, Stargate Universe was underrated, Space Scamps III is inevitable.

Sometimes it is obvious to everyone when an idea is harmful, or a piece of advice is damaging. But not always. Occasionally bad ideas and terrible advice end up being accepted in society and supported by people in authority.In such circumstances, one of the most powerful tools for changing people's minds is evidence – scientific studies that show beyond doubt that the bad idea is, indeed, a bad idea.That's the subject of a new book by Helen Pearson, titled Beyond Belief: How Evidence Shows What Really Works.An editor at the scientific journal Nature in her day job, the book chronicles those determined individuals who shake up the status quo by gathering just the right kind of evidence.One story in that book stood out to us on More or Less as it shows just what happens when you don't have the evidence you need to challenge a dangerous way of doing things.It's the story of a piece of advice from childcare expert Dr Benjamin Spock.In a 1958 revision of his bestselling parenting guide Baby and Childcare he made a small change to his advice on sleeping position – advising parents to put their babies to sleep on their front.It eventually became clear that this sleeping position was associated with a significant increase in the risk of sudden infant death, or cot death.CREDITS:Presenter: Charlotte McDonald Series producer: Tom Colls Production co-ordinator: Brenda Brown Sound mix: Rod Farquhar Editor: Richard Vadon

When Captain Kirk demands his day in court, the evidence isn't on his side and neither is an old flame. But after Spock starts kicking the computer's ass at chess, they move the proceedings to the Entrepreneur so that Kirk can save the ship from another sweaty rambler. Which lesson could NuTrek take from this episode? What was the other name option for Jamie? When is it ok to put eggs down the garbage disposal? It's the episode that doesn't need to explain jettisoning the pod. Support the production of Greatest Trek Get a thing at podshop.biz! Sign up for our mailing list! Greatest Trek is produced by Wynde Priddy Social media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill Tilley Music by Adam Ragusea Friends of DeSoto for: Labor | Democracy | Justice Discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestTrek and find us on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Bluesky And check out these online communities run by FODs:  Reddit | USS Hood Discord | Facebook group | Wikia | FriendsOfDeSoto.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

https://youtu.be/NFX_zA9iHMIMatt and Sean talk about feeling the vibes and torturous experiments, in Star Trek TOS Season 3, Episode 12, “The Empath.”(00:00) - - Intro (01:12) - - Viewer feedback (05:18) - - Today's episode (06:00) - - This time in history (08:40) - - Episode discussion YouTube version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/trekintimeAudio version of the podcast: https://www.trekintime.showGet in touch: https://undecided.tech/podcast-feedbackFollow us on X: @byseanferrell @mattferrell ★ Support this podcast ★

Our sensors indicate that we've got some fairly dated references incoming. Fortunately, the friendship of Kirk and Spock is enough to keep us warm and safe on a bed of jello jigglers that will wobble us off to dreamland.Enjoy this very sleepy, meandering recap of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan!The show really needs your help right now. Keep Sleep With Me going and get hours of bonus content by joining Sleep With Me Plus! sleepwithmepodcast.com/plusGet your Sleep With Me SleepPhones. Use "sleepwithme" for $5 off!!Are you looking for Story Only versions or two more nights of Sleep With Me a week? Then check out Bedtime Stories from Sleep With MeThis episode is produced by Rusty Biscuit aka Russell Sperberg.Show Artwork by Emily TatGoing through a hard time? You can find support at the Crisis Textline and see more global helplines here.HELIX SLEEP - Take the 2-minute sleep quiz and they'll match you to a customized mattress that'll give you the best sleep of your life. Visit helixsleep.com/sleep and get a special deal exclusive for SWM listeners!ZOCDOC - With Zocdoc, you can search for local doctors who take your insurance, read verified patient reviews and book an appointment, in-person or video chat. Download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE at zocdoc.com/sleepCOYUCHI - Coyuchi offers luxury bedding, bath, and home products that you can feel good about. Made with natural fibers and certified to be free of toxins, they'll have you feeling great, too. Get 15% off their organic luxury bedding at coyuchi.com/sleep Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Join Keith and Marshal as they trek with Michael Burnham, Commander Saru, Lieutenant Paul Stamets, Ensign Tilly, and the rest of the crew of the starship USS Discovery. In this episode, we welcome Captain Pike and his crew (sans Spock) onto Discovery and seek out seven mysterious red signals that have appeared across the universe in "Brother," bond with Saru and Burnham as Saru is forced to acknowledge a deeply unsettling Kelpien truth in "An Obol for Charon," and confront the Ba'ul, the predators on Saru's homeworld of Kaminar in "The Sound of Thunder."To download, right-click here and then click SaveIn the Patreon-exclusive extended episode, we spend an extra nineteen minutes talking about the following four episodes: "New Eden," "Point of Light," "Saints of Imperfection," and "Light and Shadows." Check it out!To comment on this or any episode:Send comments and/or recordings to journeyintopodcat@gmail.comLook for JourneyInto on Instagram, Threads, Facebook, or even X

When the Entrepreneur tests out time-travel, Captain Kirk's questionable use of the tractor beam results in past people getting beamed aboard. But after sharing way too much information and assessing their historical significance, Spock figures out how to slingshot everyone back to the future and return the past people to their time. What would make Ben and Adam conspicuous as time travelers? Who else built a F-104 model as a child? How could school shootings be better? It's the episode where everyone's mind is on soup day.  Support the production of Greatest Trek Get a thing at podshop.biz! Sign up for our mailing list! Greatest Trek is produced by Wynde Priddy Social media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill Tilley Music by Adam Ragusea Friends of DeSoto for: Labor | Democracy | Justice Discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestTrek and find us on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Bluesky And check out these online communities run by FODs:  Reddit | USS Hood Discord | Facebook group | Wikia | FriendsOfDeSoto.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

https://youtu.be/KIXnP7lp690Matt and Sean talk about where ugliness truly dwells, in Star Trek TOS Season 3, Episode 5, “Is There No Truth in Beauty.” (00:00) - - Intro (01:34) - - Viewer Feedback (04:28) - - Today's Episode (04:57) - - This Time in History (09:42) - - Episode Discussion YouTube version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/trekintimeAudio version of the podcast: https://www.trekintime.showGet in touch: https://undecided.tech/podcast-feedbackFollow us on X: @byseanferrell @mattferrell ★ Support this podcast ★

I have another variety show lined up for this week’s Prog-Watch, loaded with a whole lotta awesome, contemporary prog for you! Hear music from Big Big Train, Spock’s Beard, Smalltape, Magenta, PsychoYogi, Yak, Clive Nolan, Galasphere 347, The Neal Morse Band, Gazpacho, and Rocking Horse Music Club!

On Episode 148 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, we're back talking Star Trek as we continue our coverage of the original crew's big screen adventures. Having already covered the first three films for each of their 40th anniversaries, it's now the turn of Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home, which brought an end to the “Genesis Trilogy” consisting of the second, third and fourth Trek films, where the story in each film follows directly into the next. Following the death and destruction of The Wrath of Khan and The Search for Spock, returning director and star, Leonard Nimoy, wanted a lighter tone as well as a strong ecological message, that of whale preservation, and both of these aspects, coupled with our crew playing fish out of water in a San Francisco 300 years in their past, helped the film become the most financially successful Star Trek film of them all and a firm favourite among fans. So join Skye and returning co-hosts John Arminio, Bill Scurry and Adam Rackoff in a celebration of the 40th anniversary of one of the very best Star Trek adventures. 

I have another variety show lined up for this week's Prog-Watch, loaded with a whole lotta awesome, contemporary prog for you! Hear music from Big Big Train, Spock's Beard, Smalltape, Magenta, PsychoYogi, Yak, Clive Nolan, Galasphere 347, The Neal Morse Band, Gazpacho, and Rocking Horse Music Club!  

Step back into classic TV, meaningful life lessons, and timeless music on this week's episode of the Rick's Rambles Podcast! We kick things off with fun facts about one of the longest-running and most beloved western TV shows of all time, Bonanza. Whether you grew up watching the Cartwright family or are discovering it for the first time, there's something here for every fan of classic television. In our mental health and reflection segment, we explore powerful life lessons from Spock, portrayed by Leonard Nimoy. His logical approach to life offers surprising wisdom about emotions, balance, and what it means to be human. Then, in our “Story Behind the Song,” we take a closer look at Rocky Mountain High by John Denver—a song filled with beauty, inspiration, and a deep connection to nature that has resonated with listeners for generations. And of course, we wrap things up with a fun roundup of quirky and unusual holidays for the week—perfect for adding a little joy and curiosity to your days. If you love classic TV shows, uplifting content, music history, and positive vibes, this episode is for you.

What If the Biggest Myths About Money, Entrepreneurship, and the Future Are Completely Wrong? In this conversation, I sat down with my friend Daymond John, and we went deep on the real truths about entrepreneurship, rejection, money, and where the world is heading next. Most people know Daymond from building FUBU and as a Shark on Shark Tank, but what you're going to hear in this episode is the mindset that actually built his success. Not the highlight reel. The real lessons. The failures. The hard-earned wisdom that only comes after decades in the arena. Daymond and I talked about something that might surprise a lot of people. Not everyone should be an entrepreneur. In fact, Daymond believes some of the most successful businesses are built when visionaries surround themselves with incredible operators. Every Batman needs a Robin. Every Captain Kirk needs a Spock. Entrepreneurship is not about doing everything yourself. It is about building the right team, embracing rejection, and continuing to move forward even when the world keeps telling you no. We also got real about the myths surrounding money. Daymond shared how early in his career he believed you needed money to make money. Then later he discovered the opposite problem. When he finally had money, he thought throwing capital at problems would solve them. It did not. The truth is that money does not build businesses. People do. Work ethic does. And your reputation matters more than almost anything because it takes years to build and seconds to destroy. One of the most fascinating parts of this conversation was where the world is going next. Daymond has been studying AI, biohacking, and live selling intensely over the last few years because he believes we are entering a period of massive disruption. Entire industries are going to change. Jobs will evolve. And the people who thrive will be the ones who adapt quickly, stay curious, and position themselves on the right side of innovation. This conversation is not just about business today. It is about preparing for the future that is coming faster than most people realize. We also talked about something I believe every listener needs to hear. Your personal brand matters now more than ever. Whether you are a CEO, an entrepreneur, or just starting out in your career, people are forming opinions about you before they ever meet you. Your brand walks into the room before you do. The question is whether you are defining it or leaving it up to someone else. This episode is one of the most honest entrepreneurial conversations I have had in a long time. If you care about building something meaningful, navigating rejection, and staying ahead of the massive changes coming in business and technology, you are going to love this one. Key Takeaways Why not everyone is built to be an entrepreneur and why that is okay The myth that you need money to make money and the real drivers of success How to develop the rejection muscle required to win in business Why your reputation and personal brand are your most valuable assets The massive impact AI and technological disruption will have on careers and industries How entrepreneurs should prepare themselves for the next decade of change Listen now and get ready to rethink what it really takes to win in business and life.

Gene Roddenberry's name is synonymous with Star Trek, but he relied on a team to bring his vision to life. Most of his writers were men with one exception, the trailblazing Dorothy Fontana. Professionally, she went by D.C. Fontana to counter the belief that women couldn't write genres like war, Westerns or sci-fi. Fontana became story editor and wrote some of the most beloved episodes of The Original Series, became the de facto showrunner on The Animated Series, and helped launch The Next Generation. She excelled at building character relationships and alien species – especially Vulcans – and worked closely with Leonard Nimoy to develop Spock. I talk with writers and podcasters Jarrah Hodge, Ian Spelling, Brian Drew and Laurie Ulster about how Fontana quietly shaped a franchise and influenced generations of fans through Star Trek's 60th anniversary. Special thanks to The Writers Guild Foundation Archive for clips of D.C. Fontana from their series, The Writer Speaks. This episode is sponsored by Mizzen + Main. Our listeners get 20% off their first purchase at mizzenandmain.com using the promo code IMAGINARY20. To support Imaginary Worlds, you can donate to the show on Patreon and receive bonus extras, or buy the cool merchandise at our online store! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I'm just an illogical asset with a mouthful of grapes, but all will be well as Kirk and Spock reverse the polarity of jelly to boringly go where no movie recap has gone before.Enjoy this very sleepy, meandering recap of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan!The show really needs your help right now. Keep Sleep With Me going and get hours of bonus content by joining Sleep With Me Plus! sleepwithmepodcast.com/plusGet your Sleep With Me SleepPhones. Use "sleepwithme" for $5 off!!Are you looking for Story Only versions or two more nights of Sleep With Me a week? Then check out Bedtime Stories from Sleep With MeThis episode is produced by Rusty Biscuit aka Russell Sperberg.Show Artwork by Emily TatGoing through a hard time? You can find support at the Crisis Textline and see more global helplines here.HELIX SLEEP - Take the 2-minute sleep quiz and they'll match you to a customized mattress that'll give you the best sleep of your life. Visit helixsleep.com/sleep and get a special deal exclusive for SWM listeners!ZOCDOC - With Zocdoc, you can search for local doctors who take your insurance, read verified patient reviews and book an appointment, in-person or video chat. Download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE at zocdoc.com/sleepPROGRESSIVE - With the Name Your Price tool, you tell Progressive how much you want to pay for car insurance, and they'll show you coverage options that fit your budget. Get your quote today at progressive.comCOYUCHI - Coyuchi offers luxury bedding, bath, and home products that you can feel good about. Made with natural fibers and certified to be free of toxins, they'll have you feeling great, too. Get 15% off their organic luxury bedding at coyuchi.com/sleep Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices