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In this episode of Talking Trek Live, DJz and the crew welcome UltraVetika for a special content creator showcase, diving into his background in streaming, his APAC-based channel, and the Star Trek fandom that helped shape both his content and his connection to Star Trek Fleet Command. From community-driven gameplay and mid-ops progression talk to the wild charm of duck races, the first part of the show is a fun and personal look at one of the game's standout creators. In the second half, the panel breaks down the latest GM Conor roadmap update, including galactic anomalies, planetary bases, Starfleet Academy content, open armadas, dreadnoughts, alliance gameplay changes, quality-of-life improvements, and more. It's a lively mix of analysis, skepticism, optimism, and classic Talking Trek chaos as the crew explores what 2026 could mean for the future of STFC. 01:06 Opening intro, roadmap tease, and UltraVetika welcome 09:15 UltraVetika introduces himself, APAC life, and stream schedule 17:05 How content creators turn community knowledge into usable gameplay tips 24:05 Fresh Ops 70 life, staying put, and avoiding extra squishiness 32:10 Mid-ops nostalgia, MaCo experience, and why old content still hits 41:34 Speeding through ops, AI building buffs, and account catch-up talk 50:01 Field training, player learning curves, and creator influence in STFC 58:22 Raids, relationships, and why the Star Trek community keeps creators connected 01:03:17 Why UltraVetika's channel works so well as both learning and hangout content 01:06:35 Duck races, channel personality, and community engagement magic 01:12:24 Mid-show reset and pivot into Ultra's Star Trek fandom 01:13:01 Growing up on TNG in Australia and recording episodes on VHS 01:14:02 Finding Fleet Command through ads and never looking back 01:32:35 Roadmap segment begins with galactic anomalies 01:33:37 Planetary bases, customization, and social-space ambitions 01:35:15 Open armadas, alliance tournaments, and social gameplay focus 01:35:56 Dreadnoughts, creator programs, and bigger Trek holiday events 01:47:30 Roadmap reactions: cautious optimism on planetary bases 01:49:05 Maverick tasks, alliance teamwork, and Connor's team-oriented vision 01:58:28 Challenge track choices and playing the game on your own terms 02:03:03 Effort vs spending, legacy officers, and why game knowledge still matters 02:05:15 Galactic anomalies compared to hazards and deeper roadmap analysis 02:48:30 Final reflections, future arc hype, Ultra shoutout, and sign-off
Amikor Ro Laren egy alapos kiképzés és karrierfejlesztés után visszatér az Enterprise-ra, a hajót egy zavargásokkal teli övezetbe küldik, ahol maquis ellenállók harcolnak a kardassziaiak ellen. Annak érdekében, hogy a Föderáció be tudja tartani a Kardassziai Unióval kötött egyezményt, véget kell vetnie a szabadságharcnak, az egyik maquis-sejtbe pedig maga Ro Laren épül be. Miután a hadnagy megismerkedik a szervezettel, hamar szimpatizálni kezd az otthonukért küzdő felkelőkkel, a rajtaütéssel együtt pedig Ro Laren lojalitása is kétségessé válik. Aktuális adásunk témája a ‘Megelőző csapás' című epizód, melyről Krisz társaságában beszélgetünk. 0:00:44 - Rövid hírszekció • 0:00:44 | Túlélni a Delta-kvadránst - Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown. - https://www.gamer365.hu/article/star-trek-voyager-across-the-unknown-teszt-kritika • 0:04:53 | Könyvek, képregények. IDW megjelenési tervek 2026-ban (Star Trek Legacy képregényben?), és Making of Star Trek IV - új óriásalbum a Titan Bookstól. Elhunyt Dan Simmons. - https://gizmodo.com/star-trek-idw-comics-2026-seven-of-nine-legacy-2000723368 - https://trekmovie.com/2026/02/18/exclusive-titan-releasing-book-on-the-making-of-star-trek-iv-the-voyage-home/ • 0:16:50 | ...és visszakanyarodunk az Across the Unknown-hoz. 0:31:49 - Kibeszélő: Megelőző csapás (TNG 7x24) • Miért Ro Laren-t küldik az ellenállókhoz? • Kitől várhatja a Csillagflotta, hogy ilyen küldetéseket vállaljon? • Milyen megbízást vállalnánk, ha egy csillaghajón szolgálnánk? 1:06:37 - Összefoglalás, értékelés Műsorunk videós formában is fogyasztható: - https://youtu.be/XyIOslrOLT0
We're back with a fresh recap & review of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1, Episode 9, "300th Night"! Jessica Lynn Verdi and John Champion celebrate the Academy's 300th night with Klingon bonding rituals, awkward turbo-lift heart-to-hearts, and one very questionable plan involving a stolen shuttle. Meanwhile, the return of the Omega particle raises the stakes across Federation space as the cadets race headfirst into danger. Join us for a spoiler-heavy conversation as we break down all the latest twists, character moments, and penultimate-episode drama from this exciting new television series. Mission Log Patrons get the video a day early! Get Mission Log Reactor first thing on Thursday morning for as little as $1. Sign up at: https://www.patreon.com/MissionLog Also! Join us Mondays at 7PM PT / 10PM ET for our live talkback for each episode, FREE on Patreon. We'll hear your thoughts and questions as we embark on this journey together! https://www.patreon.com/missionlog For more Trek content, visit: https://www.missionlogpodcast.com/
In "Face the Strange", Rayner has to face his own little "Christmas Carol", except instead of three ghosts he's got Michael and Stamets. When transporters and time travel tech have an inverted space baby, they find themselves bouncing all around time, learning about themselves...and a possibly doomed future if our old friends THE BREEN change everything via Progenitor tech! Also this week: a uniform gripe, betting on "Futurama", and lost love lost in space! [Strange: 00:48; Voyager romances: 40:12] [Everyone knows the Delta Quadrant is the hottest quadrant: https://sshbpodcast.tumblr.com/post/810187444418985984/hearts-stars-and-trek-romances-in-voyager ]
After our Mission Log: Reactor review of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 8, "The Life of the Stars," it's time to open the hailing frequencies. On this week's Mission Log Live, John and Jessica welcome callers to share their reactions to an episode that blends Thornton Wilder's Our Town with some deeply emotional Star Trek history. Listeners weigh in on the role of the humanities at Starfleet Academy, whether theater really helps the cadets process trauma, and why the story of The Doctor and SAM struck such a powerful chord. Along the way, we get thoughtful insights from fellow theater kids, teachers, and parents about how art, empathy, and storytelling shape how we understand ourselves and each other. If you missed our Mission Log: Reactor episode covering "The Life of the Stars," be sure to check it out on YouTube for our full recap and review. Mission Log Patrons get Mission Log: Reactor a day early! Sign up at: https://www.patreon.com/MissionLog Then join us every Monday at 7pm PT / 10pm ET for Mission Log Live, our weekly audience call-in show where you can share your thoughts about the latest Star Trek episodes. Streaming FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/missionlog For more Star Trek podcasts, videos, and discussion: https://www.missionlogpodcast.com/
A quick check-in from John about the future of Mission Log. After wrapping Star Trek: Voyager, the show has been in transition, and this update shares what's next. We'll cover what's happening behind the scenes, what's coming up (including Enterprise), and how you can stay connected while we prepare for the next chapter. Mission Log isn't going anywhere. This is just a brief transmission to say thank you and to let you know what's ahead. Follow us on Social Media: INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryEntertainment THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY:Listeners like you - Support Mission Log on Patreon for early access to shows and the Mission Log Discord! 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 Producer - John Champion Associate Producer - Jessica Lynn Verdi Executive Producer - Eugene "Rod" Roddenberry Roddenberry Entertainment | All Rights Reserved
We always have pop culture talk but this week we talk the new “Scrubs” show. Did you hear about the new slogan to promote LA's Metro D-Line? Have you played the new Star Trek: Voyager Across The Unknown. Then we get into TNG's “Fistfull of Data's”
Kev and Rob decide to stage this week's episode of the podcast, discussing "The Life of the Stars" (SA) as a piece of amateur theatre in a spare conference room on board the ship. They then reflect on other adventures upon the stage from episodes past, "The Conscience of the King" (TOS) and "Frame of Mind" (TNG).SA 1×08 The Life of the StarsOur Town Our Town at the Welsh National Theatre William Shakespeare Leonard Nimoy “The long way round”: Doctor Who's history with this phrase explained Sylvia Tilly VOY 3×22 Real Life Parrises squares Hologram Janeway Kasq Our Town 2003 Broadway production with Paul Newman as Stage ManagerTheatre Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home Star Trek II: The Wrath of KhanTOS 1×12 The Conscience of the KingJames T. Kirk Kevin Riley TOS 1×06 The Naked TimeTNG 6×21 Frame of MindEvery Good Boy Deserves Favor Photo of Patrick Stewart, Brent Spiner, Jonathan Frakes from their production TNG 5×18 Cause and Effect Brannan BragaPRO 1×13 All the World's a Stage(00:00) - Episode 89: Theatre (SA 1×08 The Life of the Stars) (00:34) - SA 1×08 The Life of the Stars (23:53) - Theatre (25:42) - TOS 1×12 The Conscience of the King (41:33) - TNG 6×21 Frame of Mind Music: Distänt Mind, Brigitte Handley
Volvemos del retiro espiritual de Jesús en Tailandia con ‘Attached', un gran episodio, escrito por el hijo de Carl Sagan, que ahonda en la relación Picard-Beverly. Aunque el episodio acabe con un reset y volviendo a la casilla de salida, es un paso más de esta relación que se extenderá hasta 30 años en el futuro culminando en la tercera temporada de Star Trek: Picard. Como hemos estado 3 meses fuera de antena, se nos ha ido la mano con la entrada y no comenzamos con el episodio de La Nueva Generación hasta el minuto 59. Ahora sí, bienvenidos de vuelta a Star Trek Replay para el esprint final que nos llevará con 3 episodios al mes hacia la conclusión de TNG en ‘All good things…'.
We're back with a fresh recap and review of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1, Episode 8, "The Life of the Stars." In this spoiler-heavy discussion, Jessica Lynn Verdi and John Champion set the stage for an episode that stretches from Thornton Wilder's Our Town to SAM's home planet and straight into some of the biggest emotional questions of the season. Trauma, time, theater, and the Doctor's growing existential crisis collide as Academy attempts to reckon with the aftermath of the Miyazaki disaster. Does art heal? Does counseling help? And what happens when a character built to observe life demands the chance to actually live it? If you'd like to watch the full video version of Mission Log: Reactor — and get it a day early — you can join us on Patreon for as little as $1. Sign up at https://www.patreon.com/MissionLog (Patrons get Reactor first thing Thursday morning!) And don't forget: Join us Mondays at 7PM PT / 10PM ET for Mission Log Live, our FREE audience call-in talkback show covering each new episode. Bring your questions, theories, agreements, disagreements — and maybe even written notes. patreon.com/missionlog For more Star Trek podcasts, videos, and discussion: missionlogpodcast.com
TNG 2-22-2026 Heroes in the Bible - Part 2 by The Naples Gathering
The hunt continues in "Jinaal", where the next clue is actually someone who was there from the off! Yes, through the magic of symbionts we meet the titular scientist who was part of the team that decided this Progenitor tech is SUPER dangerous but also let's preserve a path to it because...uh.............. Also this week: everything falling into place, an uninteresting end, and the Love Station! [Jinaal: 1:08; DS9 Loves: 46:01] [no romance on the promenade!: https://sshbpodcast.tumblr.com/post/809553944176181248/hearts-stars-and-trek-romances-in-ds9 ]
Spring Break for Starfleet Academy means desert weddings, warp slugs, forged transcripts, and a brand-new word entering the Trek lexicon: Ko'Zeine. After our spoiler-heavy review on Mission Log: Reactor, it was your turn to take the mic. On this week's Mission Log Live, callers weighed in on tonal whiplash, Darem's royal detour, Genesis' risky shortcut to command, and whether Caleb is the hero we're meant to root for… or the cadet we most need to yell at. Is "Ko'Zeine" a welcome breather after the Miyazaki disaster? Did the Khionian wedding work for you? Are we shipping the right couples? And what does it mean when Starfleet Academy swings from trauma to rom-com in a single jump? From Klingon bonding rituals to desert couture, you brought sharp insight, strong opinions, and just the right amount of chaos. If you caught our initial review on Mission Log: Reactor, this is the next step, the community conversation. If you didn't, you can always start there for our first impressions before diving into the live debate. Watch Mission Log: Reactor on YouTube youtube.com/@MissionLogPodcasts (Patreon members get Reactor a day early!) Join us Mondays for Mission Log Live Our audience call-in talkback show covering each new episode Streaming FREE every Monday at 7pm PT / 10pm ET on Patreon: patreon.com/missionlog For more Star Trek podcasts, videos, and discussion: missionlogpodcast.com
Kev and Rob agree to be each other's best men to pass the time while reflecting on the somewhat uneven (and uneventful) outing that was “Ko'Zeine” (SA). To ward off the hallucinations caused by warp slug, they discuss past episodes where characters found themselves alone on the bridge of a starship: "The Mark of Gideon" (TOS), “One” (VOY), “Relics” (TNG), and “Singularity” (ENT).SA 1×07 Ko'ZeineTOS 2×05 Amok Time T'PringTOS 3×17 The Mark of GideonTOS 1×25 This Side of ParadiseVOY 4×25 OneSNW 3×09 Terrarium Erica OrtegasTNG 6×04 RelicsMontgomery Scott Dyson Sphere TOS 1×25 This Side of Paradise Star Trek: GenerationsENT 2×09 SingularityTNG 7×19 Genesis TNG 1×03 The Naked Now TNG 4×05 Remember Me(00:00) - Episode 88: Alone on the Bridge (SA 1×07 Ko'Zeine) (00:46) - SA 1×07 Ko'Zeine (16:31) - Alone on the bridge (18:49) - TOS 3×16 The Mark of Gideon (24:42) - VOY 4×25 One (32:09) - TNG 6×04 Relics (39:43) - ENT 2×09 Singularity (44:00) - Next week Music: Distänt Mind, Brigitte Handley
"Darmok and Jalad at Tanagra, when the walls fell..."Tyler, Troy, MC, and Erik watch that one TNG episode... where Picard tells the story of Gilgamesh! Note: Episode first recorded back in early 2023!(Edited by Erik Slader)Join us on our next voyage: DS9 - S2E22: “The Wire” (?)Sign up for our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/2Young4ThisTrek Talk to Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @2Young4ThisTrekEmail: TooYoungforthisTrek@gmail.com Tyler:Twitter | InstagramTroy:Twitter | InstagramOther Podcasts: The Power Play-Throughs Podcast & Best Animated Shows Ever... So FarWebsite: TroytlePower.comErik:Twitter | InstagramOther Podcast: Epik Fails of HistoryBook Series: Epic FailsWebsite: ErikSlader.comMC:Twitter | InstagramMC also hosts BASESF.------------Music: https://www.purple-planet.comThe Network:This podcast is a production of the We Can Make This Work (Probably) Network follow us below to keep up with this show and discover our many other podcasts!ProbablyWork.com, it's the place for those with questionable taste!Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord: @ProbablyWorkEmail: ProbablyWorkPod@gmail.com
It's time for "Rascals". Join us as we review this critically panned, but beloved episode of TNG. In the 1st half of today's episode, we talk "Scrubs", "Psych" "Send Help" and "The Smashing Machine". Rob also throws shade at some fellow Star Trek fans who are on the cruise right now.
It's "Engage!", "Make it so!", and "Space—the final frontier!" as NostalgiaCast crosses another item off its bucket list with STAR TREK: FIRST CONTACT, directed by Jonathan Frakes and starring Patrick Stewart, James Cromwell, Alfre Woodard, Alice Krige, and the entire NEXT GENERATION crew. Jonny and Darin welcome director, photographer and fellow Trekker/Trekkie Rachel Masters to the 'Cast for a discussion of the stellar performances, timeless FX, and terrific balance of TREK lore and blockbuster filmmaking that define what is arguably TNG's finest big-screen adventure. Listen now or risk assimilation! Check out Rachel's podcast Film Fritter, here: https://www.youtube.com/@filmfritter Check out Rachel's music video work, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1HhIXH-v1g
We're back with a fresh recap & review of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1, Episode 7, "Ko'Zeine." Spring Break hits Starfleet Academy, and while some cadets plan a quiet getaway, others get swept into royal weddings, questionable science experiments, and decisions that could derail a pre-command future. Jessica Lynn Verdi and John Champion unpack the cultural clash on the Khionian "sunset moon," the consequence of cutting corners on the USS Athena, and what this episode has to say about truth and accountability. It's a spoiler-heavy discussion as we break down the latest chapter of this new Trek series' the hits, the head-scratchers, and the character turns that may shape the rest of the season. Prefer to watch? Mission Log: Reactor premieres weekly on YouTube: youtube.com/@MissionLogPodcasts Want it early? Patreon members get Mission Log: Reactor a day before the public release — for as little as $1: patreon.com/missionlog And join us Mondays at 7PM PT / 10PM ET for Mission Log Live, our audience call-in talkback show — streaming FREE on Patreon: patreon.com/missionlog For more Star Trek podcasts, videos, and discussion: missionlogpodcast.com
Justin T. Lee from Gazelle Automations' viral TAS-style TNG and Voyager scenes, talks to Seán Ferrick about animating George Takei's life in new Star Trek documentary 'Beam Me Up, Sulu'. Don't forget to use #AskTrekCulture for next week's questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
TNG 2-15-2026 Heroes in the Bible - Part 1 by The Naples Gathering
The treasure hunt begins in earnest in "Under the Twin Moons"! Because "Star Trek", Michael and Saru head down alone to explore some ruins, only to find its arsenal of explodo-drones are still up and running and ready to protect both graves and secrets at all costs! Thank God Rayner zooms in to be the one non-nerd in the room to help save the day! And in a B plot we make a large galaxy feel small with an unnecessary connection. Also this week: classic Romulan convolution, reading a lot into a maneuver, and the many loves of TNG (most of them are unpleasant)! [Moons: 1:08; TNGee well you look at that!: 55:18] [Holodecks just make it weird: https://sshbpodcast.tumblr.com/post/808915195561902080/hearts-stars-and-trek-romances-in-tng ]
Before she was Tasha Yar, she was Lieutenant Commander Macha Hernandez. For the Season 14 finale of The Trek Files, Denise Crosby joins Larry Nemecek to revisit her original 1987 audition sides for Star Trek: The Next Generation, including early character descriptions that reveal a very different version of the Enterprise's security chief. Denise first read for Deanna Troi before Gene Roddenberry made a pivotal switch, reshaping the role of Macha Hernandez into Tasha Yar to fit Denise's strengths. In this week's episode, Denise reflects on the audition process, her favorite scene between Troi and Yar that was never filmed, and what those early creative decisions revealed about the direction of TNG. She also shares memories of those uncertain early days of production, the risk of launching a syndicated sequel to an iconic series, and the emotional complexity of stepping into (and eventually stepping away from) such a historic role. Along the way, Denise speaks movingly about loss after the Palisades fire, resilience, fandom, and what it means to revisit Star Trek decades later. It's a revealing look at how a character evolves, how casting can reshape canon, and how even discarded script pages tell the story of Star Trek's creative DNA. Documents and additional references Star Trek: The Next Generation Casting Character Bios & Audition Sides (January 30, 1987) Original description of Lieutenant Commander Macha Hernandez and early security chief character concepts. Star Trek: The Next Generation Pilot Casting Sides (February 11, 1987) Troi/Yar audition scene never filmed for TNG. The Trek Files Season 14 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!
Aka - The Worst Episode of Star TrekTyler, Troy, MC, and Erik watch arguably the worst episode of TNG, the one with... Planet Africa?!Note: Episode first recorded back in early 2023!(Edited by Erik Slader)Join us on our next voyage: TNG - S5E2: “Darmok”!Sign up for our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/2Young4ThisTrek Talk to Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @2Young4ThisTrekEmail: TooYoungforthisTrek@gmail.com Tyler:Twitter | InstagramTroy:Twitter | InstagramOther Podcasts: The Power Play-Throughs Podcast & Best Animated Shows Ever... So FarWebsite: TroytlePower.comErik:Twitter | InstagramOther Podcast: Epik Fails of HistoryBook Series: Epic FailsWebsite: ErikSlader.comMC:Twitter | InstagramMC also hosts BASESF.------------Music: https://www.purple-planet.comThe Network:This podcast is a production of the We Can Make This Work (Probably) Network follow us below to keep up with this show and discover our many other podcasts!ProbablyWork.com, it's the place for those with questionable taste!Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord: @ProbablyWorkEmail: ProbablyWorkPod@gmail.com
After our Mission Log Reactor recap of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 6, "Come, Let's Away," we opened the channel, and our Star Trek Pals delivered. This week's live discussion dives deep into the moral calculus of trusting Nus Braka (again), whether Starfleet's diplomacy still works in a fractured galaxy, and if the Federation's reputation for paternalism is something it simply can't shake. Callers unpack Ake's choices, debate whether letting the villain monologue is negotiation or naïveté, and question whether Starfleet has truly learned to meet other cultures where they are. Along the way, we get sharp psychological analysis, comparisons to Janeway and the Borg, musings on Shakespeare references, comic book lore in a post-Burn galaxy, and the eternal question: how much premise-swallowing is too much premise-swallowing? This is Mission Log Live: thoughtful disagreement, sharp insight, a few laughs, and space to wrestle with the bigger ideas behind the action. Watch our initial reactions on Mission Log: Reactor: youtube.com/@MissionLogPodcasts (Patreon members get Reactor a day early!) Join us Mondays for Mission Log Live, our audience call-in talkback show. Streaming FREE every Monday at 7pm PT / 10pm ET on Patreon: patreon.com/missionlog (Audio-only versions drop immediately after the live show.) For more Star Trek podcasts, videos, and discussion, visit: missionlogpodcast.com
Before she was Tasha Yar, she was Lieutenant Commander Macha Hernandez. For the Season 14 finale of The Trek Files, Denise Crosby joins Larry Nemecek to revisit her original 1987 audition sides for Star Trek: The Next Generation, including early character descriptions that reveal a very different version of the Enterprise's security chief. Denise first read for Deanna Troi before Gene Roddenberry made a pivotal switch, reshaping the role of Macha Hernandez into Tasha Yar to fit Denise's strengths. In this week's episode, Denise reflects on the audition process, her favorite scene between Troi and Yar that was never filmed, and what those early creative decisions revealed about the direction of TNG. She also shares memories of those uncertain early days of production, the risk of launching a syndicated sequel to an iconic series, and the emotional complexity of stepping into (and eventually stepping away from) such a historic role. Along the way, Denise speaks movingly about loss after the Palisades fire, resilience, fandom, and what it means to revisit Star Trek decades later. It's a revealing look at how a character evolves, how casting can reshape canon, and how even discarded script pages tell the story of Star Trek's creative DNA. Documents and additional references Star Trek: The Next Generation Casting Character Bios & Audition Sides (January 30, 1987) Original description of Lieutenant Commander Macha Hernandez and early security chief character concepts. Star Trek: The Next Generation Pilot Casting Sides (February 11, 1987) Troi/Yar audition scene never filmed for TNG. The Trek Files Season 14 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!
Before she was Tasha Yar, she was Lieutenant Commander Macha Hernandez. For the Season 14 finale of The Trek Files, Denise Crosby joins Larry Nemecek to revisit her original 1987 audition sides for Star Trek: The Next Generation, including early character descriptions that reveal a very different version of the Enterprise's security chief. Denise first read for Deanna Troi before Gene Roddenberry made a pivotal switch, reshaping the role of Macha Hernandez into Tasha Yar to fit Denise's strengths. In this week's episode, Denise reflects on the audition process, her favorite scene between Troi and Yar that was never filmed, and what those early creative decisions revealed about the direction of TNG. She also shares memories of those uncertain early days of production, the risk of launching a syndicated sequel to an iconic series, and the emotional complexity of stepping into (and eventually stepping away from) such a historic role. Along the way, Denise speaks movingly about loss after the Palisades fire, resilience, fandom, and what it means to revisit Star Trek decades later. It's a revealing look at how a character evolves, how casting can reshape canon, and how even discarded script pages tell the story of Star Trek's creative DNA. Documents and additional references Star Trek: The Next Generation Casting Character Bios & Audition Sides (January 30, 1987) Original description of Lieutenant Commander Macha Hernandez and early security chief character concepts. Star Trek: The Next Generation Pilot Casting Sides (February 11, 1987) Troi/Yar audition scene never filmed for TNG. The Trek Files Season 14 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!
We're back with a fresh recap & review of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1, Episode 6, "Come, Let's Away"! Jessica Lynn Verdi and John Champion get out of the classroom and take a field trip into danger, with Nus Braka as a guest lecturer. Hope you studied up, there'll be tests. So. many. tests. Join us for a spoiler-heavy Star Trek podcast as we break down all the latest from this exciting new television series. Also! Join us Mondays at 7PM PT/10PM ET for our live talkback for each episode, FREE on Patreon. We'll hear your thoughts and questions as we embark on this journey together! https://www.patreon.com/missionlog/events/150616376 This is the audio-only podcast version of Mission Log: Reactor. If you'd like to watch the conversation, the full video edition is available on YouTube: Mission Log: Reactor on YouTube youtube.com/@MissionLogPodcasts (Patreon members get Reactor a day early!) Join us Mondays for Mission Log Live — our audience call-in talkback show covering each new episode. Streaming FREE every Monday at 7pm PT / 10pm ET on Patreon: patreon.com/missionlog For more Star Trek podcasts, videos, and discussion, visit: missionlogpodcast.com
TNG 2-8-2026 The Parables of Jesus - Part 9 by The Naples Gathering
The final season of "Discovery" starts with a bang in "Red Directive"! Everyone's least favorite "Trek" character is here to resurrect one of TNG's dumbest plots when Kovich tasks Burnham with collecting a journal that belonged to an extra from "The Chase"! But the might of Starfleet is apparently no match for a couple of kids with a spaceship, somehow. Also this week: Temu Data, cherries and Green Lanterns, and TOS is in LOOOOOOOOOOVE! [Directive: 04:31/8:48; K-I-S-S-I-N-G: 1:07:57] [time for the soft focus: https://sshbpodcast.tumblr.com/post/808278159903555584/hearts-stars-and-trek-romances-in-tos ]
Our latest Spotlight Series episode brings us to TNG's "The Wounded", highlighting Captain Benjamin Maxwell. After being fired upon by a Cardassian ship, Captain Picard is told that a Cardassian outpost has allegedly been destroyed by a Federation ship, the USS Phoenix under the command of Captain Benjamin Maxwell. He is ordered to do everything necessary to keep the peace treaty with the Cardassians in tact. With the help of Miles Edward O'Brien, the Enterprise attempts to stop Captain Maxwell from going rogue, in an effort to avoid starting another war.
The Final Booty...Tyler, Troy, MC, and Erik *finally* watch that one TNG episode - the planet of the thongs! Note: Episode first recorded back in early 2023!(Edited by Erik Slader)Join us on our next voyage: TNG - S1E4: “Code of Honor” - the worst Star Trek episode?! Sign up for our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/2Young4ThisTrek Talk to Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @2Young4ThisTrekEmail: TooYoungforthisTrek@gmail.com Tyler:Twitter | InstagramTroy:Twitter | InstagramOther Podcasts: The Power Play-Throughs Podcast & Best Animated Shows Ever... So FarWebsite: TroytlePower.comErik:Twitter | InstagramOther Podcast: Epik Fails of HistoryBook Series: Epic FailsWebsite: ErikSlader.comMC:Twitter | InstagramMC also hosts BASESF.------------Music: https://www.purple-planet.comThe Network:This podcast is a production of the We Can Make This Work (Probably) Network follow us below to keep up with this show and discover our many other podcasts!ProbablyWork.com, it's the place for those with questionable taste!Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord: @ProbablyWorkEmail: ProbablyWorkPod@gmail.com
In this very special episode of The Trek Files, actor Robin Curtis joins us to revisit a little-known chapter in Saavik's story, one that never made it to screen. Drawing from a pair of early Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home script drafts, we explore a scene that implies Saavik is pregnant with Spock's child, a narrative thread begun in Star Trek III but quietly dropped by the time the final film was released. Robin shares warm memories of working with Leonard Nimoy, the late Harve Bennett, and her fellow castmates, as well as a few eye-opening truths about the unpredictability of Hollywood. Plus, she discusses her return to the role of Saavik in OTOY's Unification, and we recreate the pivotal, never-filmed scene between Kirk and Saavik. It's an emotional, candid, and deeply human conversation about legacy, missed opportunities, and what it means to carry a character with you for decades. Documents and additional references: First Draft (August 23, 1985): Conversation between Kirk and Saavik revealing her pregnancy by Spock. Second Draft (November 18, 1985): Subtle reference via McCoy's line: "I'm a surgeon, not a pediatrician." The Trek Files Season 14 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!
Mission Log Live is all about the conversation. Following our Mission Log Reactor discussion of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 5, "Series Acclimation Mil,"we open the channel to our listeners for a wide-ranging call-in discussion that explores SAM's journey, manufactured intelligence, and what it means to "understand" humanity at all. Callers bring deeply personal reactions to SAM's story, comparisons to Data and "Data's Day," reflections on Benjamin and Jake Sisko, and thoughtful debate over whether this episode is a sincere exploration of identity or an uneven mix of whimsy, fan service, and big ideas. We hear perspectives shaped by love of Deep Space Nine, fresh eyes new to DS9, and everything in between, with space for minds to change and opinions to clash respectfully. This is Mission Log Live at its core: a welcoming space for thoughtful disagreement and shared curiosity about Star Trek's message. Watch our initial reactions on Mission Log Reactor: youtube.com/@MissionLogPodcasts (Patreon members get Reactor a day early!) Join us for Mission Log Live every Monday night — our audience call-in talkback show, FREE for everyone at: patreon.com/missionlog (Audio-only versions drop after the live show.) For more Star Trek podcasts, videos, and discussion, visit: missionlogpodcast.com
We're back with a fresh spoiler-heavy recap and review of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, Season 1, Episode 5, "Series Acclimation Mil." Jessica Lynn Verdi and John Champion enroll in a class on the unknowable, following SAM as she tries to understand organic life and the legacy of Benjamin Sisko. Along the way, we dig into big questions about identity, predestination, and whether learning can ever really be quantified. Plus: holographic hangovers, blobfish, and just how much whimsy is too much whimsy. This is the audio-only podcast version of Mission Log: Reactor. If you'd like to watch the conversation, the full video edition is available on YouTube: Mission Log: Reactor on YouTube youtube.com/@MissionLogPodcasts (Patreon members get Reactor a day early!) Join us Mondays for Mission Log Live — our audience call-in talkback show covering each new episode. Streaming FREE every Monday at 7pm PT / 10pm ET on Patreon: patreon.com/missionlog For more Star Trek podcasts, videos, and discussion, visit: missionlogpodcast.com
In the 4th season premiere our panel spends time in the Lower Decks. We pick our favorite characters and episodes while also giving credit to the original TNG episode from season 7 of the same name. Was Boimler's Riker Maneuver legit since it was on a saddle? We don't talk about that, but we do have fun discussing the SNW/LD crossover. Moderator: Jeff Howell, regular panelist: Ken Radner, guests: Jason Gurin, Holly McMiller.
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Look, seriously, if you haven't seen "Arrival", watch it first. It's a great movie to go into as uninformed as possible. It's new to two of your hosts and they were blown away by this moody, complex film about the complications of language and cultural exchange. See where "Discovery" season 4 pinched some of its ideas from and then spread over way too many episodes in this 2016 film featuring Amy Adams just owning the screen. Also this week: Shran Fiction, an inexplicable accent, and title-genre confusion.
Mission Log Live puts the spotlight on you. Following our Mission Log Reactor discussion of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 4, "Vox In Excelso," we open the channel to our listeners for a wide-ranging conversation about Klingon identity, family, myth, debate, and what Star Trek is, and can be, right now. Callers bring everything from joyful tears to thoughtful critique. We hear deeply personal reactions to Jay-Den Kraag's story, discussions of chosen family and queer representation, debates over how truth is framed versus discovered, and even speculation about whether Caleb might be hiding something more than exceptional talent. Along the way, we wrestle with empathy versus charity, cultural self-determination, and the power of storytelling to shape identity. This is Mission Log Live at its best: respectful disagreement, unexpected insights, and a reminder that Star Trek works most powerfully when it invites conversation rather than closing it down.
Before Star Trek: Discovery's final season sent its crew in pursuit of ancient secrets, Carlos Cisco had already taken inspiration from one of the most profound episodes of The Next Generation, "The Chase." In this week's The Trek Files, Carlos returns to explore the thematic connections between the 1993 TNG episode and Discovery's modern narrative arc. With Larry Nemecek, he discusses how "The Chase" influenced the creation of the alien species Progenitors and how its ideas about shared ancestry and unity resonated with the story of L'ak and the Breen in Discovery Season 5. Document and additional references: Star Trek: The Next Generation episode "The Chase," final draft script (revised Feb 4–10, 1993) Written by Ronald D. Moore & Joe Menosky, directed by Jonathan Frakes. The Trek Files Season 14 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!
Another Early TNG Episode?!Tyler, Troy, MC, and Erik watch that one TNG episode... the first one with the Ferangi! (Also Doug's on this one)Note: Episode first recorded back in early 2023!(Edited by Erik Slader)The Search for Booty continues... Join us on our next voyage: the one where we find the booty!Sign up for our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/2Young4ThisTrek Talk to Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @2Young4ThisTrekEmail: TooYoungforthisTrek@gmail.com Tyler:Twitter | InstagramTroy:Twitter | InstagramOther Podcasts: The Power Play-Throughs Podcast & Best Animated Shows Ever... So FarWebsite: TroytlePower.comErik:Twitter | InstagramOther Podcast: Epik Fails of HistoryBook Series: Epic FailsWebsite: ErikSlader.comMC:Twitter | InstagramMC also hosts BASESF.------------Music: https://www.purple-planet.comThe Network:This podcast is a production of the We Can Make This Work (Probably) Network follow us below to keep up with this show and discover our many other podcasts!ProbablyWork.com, it's the place for those with questionable taste!Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord: @ProbablyWorkEmail: ProbablyWorkPod@gmail.com
Before Star Trek: Discovery's final season sent its crew in pursuit of ancient secrets, Carlos Cisco had already taken inspiration from one of the most profound episodes of The Next Generation, "The Chase." In this week's The Trek Files, Carlos returns to explore the thematic connections between the 1993 TNG episode and Discovery's modern narrative arc. With Larry Nemecek, he discusses how "The Chase" influenced the creation of the alien species Progenitors and how its ideas about shared ancestry and unity resonated with the story of L'ak and the Breen in Discovery Season 5. Document and additional references: Star Trek: The Next Generation episode "The Chase," final draft script (revised Feb 4–10, 1993) Written by Ronald D. Moore & Joe Menosky, directed by Jonathan Frakes. The Trek Files Season 14 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!
*Trigger Warning for this episode....self harm mentioned during solo top interview. This week on the Erotic Awakening Podcast, episode 747, Dawn chats with Dear Caroline about solo play….aka playing without a partner .... ……plus, she reviews some bdsm terms like "top, bottom, switch, TNG, & vanilla", and shares the titles of the virtual classes she'll be teaching this month. Links mentioned on the show: Needle Playground https://needleplayground.com/ Leather Life Education Series https://leatherlife.org/ Intrigue https://fetlife.com/events/1725996 Indy Rope Expo https://www.indyropeexpo.com/ NM Leather & Kink Fair https://fetlife.com/events/2026/04/11/nm-leather-kink-fair-sat-apr-11-2026-puaxxg Primal Arts Fest https://fetlife.com/events/1911410 Dawn's online classes https://www.eroticawakening.com/ Or Dawn_Awakening (on fet) https://fetlife.com/Dawn_Awakening Transcript 1:39 Interview with Dear Caroline on solo play 6:08 "I am my own sharps top" 7:23 Meditative head space 9:29 TW: Self Harm vs Solo Play 17:44 needleplayground.com 20:54 Where Dawn can be found in person 22:53 BDSM terms - top, bottom, switch, TNG, vanilla 26:46 Dawn's Feb. virtual class offerings Enjoy!!! Dawn Discounted/Free books, kink starter cards, online classes; early access to the show, and more! https://www.patreon.com/eroticawakening ***************************************** Fetlife - @erotic_awakening Fetlife - @dawn_awakening Instagram - @eroticawakening Youtube - @eroticawakeningpodcast TikTok - @eapodcastdawn Newsletter - www.eroticawakening.com Discord - https://discord.gg/WQtSM56V39 747 - #bdsmterminology #bdsmterms #bdsmtop #bdsmbottom #bdsmswitch #bdsmtng #kinkvirtual #powerexchange #polyamory #livingms #polyamorytoolkit #kinkeducation #leathereducation #onlineeducation #podcast #eroticawakeningpodcast #bdsm #domsub #submission #heartsandcollars
SPECIAL RELEASE Before we return to our regular release schedule, here's the second—and final— specialaudio drop from our Patreon-exclusive Mission Log Live discussions. This episode focuses on Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 3, "Vitus Reflux." The rivalry between Starfleet cadets and the War College heats up, culminating in a competitive game of Calica (laser tag of the future), a full-blown prank war, and a fast-growing, mockery-spouting fungus at the center of it all. As always, Mission Log Live is driven by you. Callers weighed in with reactions ranging from unabashed enjoyment to a resounding "meh," sparking a wide-ranging conversation about tone, tropes, and what this episode is really trying to say. To help put some of the criticism into perspective, we're joined by special guest Larry Nemecek (aka Dr. Trek) for additional context and critique.
Mission Log Live: Starfleet Academy Episodes 1 & 2 SPECIAL RELEASE You asked, and we listened. To make sure no version of Mission Log Live is missed, we're releasing the audio from our Patreon-exclusive live chats into the main podcast feed. In this first special release, we dive into the opening two episodes of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy — "Kids These Days" and "Beta Test." From early reactions to cadet romances and clashing personalities, to over-the-top villains and big thematic swings, this is where the conversation really starts. Hear your comments, questions, and takes as Jessica Lynn Verdi and John Champion unpack what's working, what's raising eyebrows, and what these episodes might be setting up for the future of the series.
Episode 3: The Trial Series AKA: They Really Put The Captain On Trial in Episode One Is Q's initial rigged trial of Picard a way to prepare him for the Continuum's judgement? Is Picard a good test subject? Will machines ever become Judges? How does TNG honor “Court Martial”? Why would Phillipa force Riker to testify against Data? Join Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss the Trial episodes in The Next Generation. This is the third episode of our Trial Series, where Ashlyn and Rhianna talk about the Trial episodes of every Star Trek show. TRIGGER WARNINGS: Conversion therapy, slavery, and the prison industrial complex. SPOILER WARNING: TNG and SNW's “Ad Astra Per Aspera” Next time, we'll head to the passionate and groundbreaking trials seen in the Next Generation… Part 2! DISCLAIMER: We do not own any of the rights to Star Trek or its affiliations. This content is for review only. Our intro and outro is by Jerry Goldsmith. Rule of Acquisition #7: “Keep your ears open.” Please check out our Patreon and donate any $1, $6, $10, or $20 per month to access exclusive episodes of trivia, documentary review, and reviews of every episode of The Animated Series, Lower Decks and the Short Treks, plus our mini-series. Head to https://www.patreon.com/thedurassisterspodcast for all this and more!
Send us a textAngelo, Rhea, and Jay are back to discuss the brand new Star Trek show, Starfleet Academy, and only one of them is really happy about it (hint: he's a huge nerd!). Is Academy the "Nu Trek" show worthy of the title of the new TNG?THEN, the gang discusses Jimmy Kimmel's unprecedented shift from comedy to politics, something that late night has never really seen before. Whether or not it's persuasive, it's certainly courageous!All that PLUS: a review of Press on Amazon Prime, a discussion of the best TV Duos of all time, and much MUCH more!MAKE SURE TO VISIT OUR SPONSOR: Steven Singer Jewelers!The TV Show is a weekly podcast hosted by Jay Black, with regular guests Angelo Cataldi and Rhea Hughes. Each week, we dive into the new Golden Age of Television, with a discussion of the latest shows and news.
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This week, we're joined once again by Cash Edwards, who shares an intimate look at his longtime friendship with Star Trek: The Next Generation producer Herbert J. Wright. Their relationship, and shared history with Gene and Majel Roddenberry, sparked a bold attempt to revive one of Gene's most personal concepts: The Questor Tapes. In 2004, Herb, Cash, Rod Roddenberry, and a team that included Mike Okuda and Jules Urbach put together a new pitch for Questor—a project updated for the post-9/11 world but still driven by the timeless Roddenberry themes of evolution, ethics, and survival. From detailed series bibles to pilot treatments and fan outreach, Cash walks us through the chaotic early years of TNG, the roots of Questor, and the bittersweet story behind its final pitch. Document and additional references: Questor promo revision 10 - 2004 The Trek Files Season 14 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!
Our Spotlight Series brings us to TNG's "The Drumhead" and a focus on Admiral (retired) Norah Satie. When a potential security leak and sabotage is discovered on board the Enterprise, Starfleet brings Admiral Satie out of retirement to help with the investigation. What follows turns into a "witch hunt" of sorts as Admiral Satie turns the investigation into a trial of a crewman that Picard reminds her is innocent until proven guilty. Conspiracy and paranoia run rampant until Admiral Satie explodes. Is Admiral Satie one of Starfleet's Finest or Starfleet's worst? You decide!
When the plague has to wait for some mandatory quasar research, the Suburban of shuttles is launched only to crash with seven crew members aboard. But after they leave the shuttle and get attacked by big foots and oversized spears, Spock's final act of desperation leads to a redemption of his leadership style. Where is help never far away? What's the difference between TOS and TNG shuttles? Who is so Bosch? It's the episode that makes Disco shuttles look more accurate.Support the production of Greatest TrekGet a thing at podshop.biz!Sign up for our mailing list!Greatest Trek is produced by Wynde PriddySocial media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill TilleyMusic by Adam RaguseaFriends of DeSoto for: Labor | Democracy | JusticeDiscuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestTrek and find us on social media:YouTube | Facebook | X | Instagram | TikTok | Mastodon | Bluesky | ThreadsAnd 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.