Podcasts about What You Leave Behind

Diverse Voices Book Review hosts Hopeton Hay and Amanda Moore discuss their favorite novels of 2024 that were featured in author interviews. For Hopeton, his favorite novels were 54 Miles by Leonard Pitts, Jr., Guide Me Home by Attica Locke, and Kingdom of No Tomorrow by Fabienne Josaphat. Amanda's favorite novels were Flores and Miss Paula by Melissa Riverro, Skin & Bones by Renee Watson, and What You Leave Behind by Wanda Morris. Diverse Voices Book Review Social Media: Facebook - @diversevoicesbookreview Instagram - @diverse_voices_book_review Twitter - @diversebookshay Email: hbh@diversevoicesbookreview.com 

Diverse Voices Book Review contributor Amanda Moore interviewed, Wanda Morris, the author of WHAT YOU LEAVE BEHIND. In her novel, a woman returns to her hometown to restart her career and her life, only to stumble upon a group of individuals whose ruthless ambitions threaten the lives of people in her community. Wanda Morris is the award-winning author of Anywhere You Run and All Her Little Secrets.  You can find out more about Wanda at wandamorriswrites.com.Diverse Voices Book Review Social Media:Facebook - @diversevoicesbookreviewInstagram - @diverse_voices_book_reviewTwitter - @diversebookshayEmail: hbh@diversevoicesbookreview.com

In Episode 176, Catherine of Gilmore Guide to Books and I catch up on the 12 new releases from the Summer 2024 Book Preview. We share our reading stats, chat about what we liked, and what didn't work out. Listen in as we share our reviews on these books and get some recommendations for your next read!  This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights Catherine says she had a “hummingbird” summer of flitting from book to book to book. Sarah's prediction of THE BOOK of summer definitely panned out! Despite some DNFs, Sarah and Catherine both ended up with a fairly successful summer. Catherine calls out one author as serving up wonderful “Jimmy Stewart fiction.” Sarah had a weird reading experience with one book. Plus, two of Sarah's picks were 5 stars! They name the best and worst books from their summer picks! Books We Read Before the Preview [4:27] Sarah's Picks The God of the Woods by Liz Moore  (July 2) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [4:47]  Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe (June 11) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[5:14] Other Books Mentioned The Knockout Queen by Rufi Thorpe [6:09] Summer 2024 Circle Back [7:36] June Sarah's Picks Fire Exit by Morgan Talty (June 4) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [11:10] What You Leave Behind by Wanda M. Morris (June 18) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [20:39] Catherine's Picks Swift River by Essie Chambers (June 4) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [7:44] Same As It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo (June 18) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[14:59] All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker (June 25) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [23:10] How the Light Gets In by Joyce Maynard (June 25) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[29:04]  Other Books Mentioned Night of the Living Rez by Morgan Talty [11:35] The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo [15:09] All Her Little Secrets by Wanda M. Morris [20:55] Anywhere You Run by Wanda M. Morris [20:58] We Begin at the End by Chris Whitaker [27:01] July Sarah's Picks The World After Alice by Lauren Aliza Green (July 2) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [30:39] Long Island Compromise by Taffy Brodesser-Akner  (July 9) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [37:42] Catherine's Picks The Same Bright Stars by Ethan Joella (July 2) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[33:43] The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali (July 2) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [42:28]  Other Books Mentioned Seating Arrangements by Maggie Shipstead [33:01] The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo [33:04] Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane [33:09] A Quiet Life by Ethan Joella [36:53] Fleishman Is in Trouble by Taffy Brodesser-Akner [37:48] The Stationary Shop by Marjan Kamali [42:35]

This week on Crime Wave: My guest is the one and only Wanda Morris. Wanda burst onto the mystery writing scene with her 2021 debut ALL HER LITTLE SECRETS, followed it up with the multi-award-winning ANYWHERE YOU RUN. Now she's given us another winner, WHAT YOU LEAVE BEHIND. Deena Wood's life has fallen apart. She's lost her beloved mother, her marriage, and her prestigious job at an Atlanta law firm, so she returns to her childhood home in Brunswick, Georgia, to heal. But when Deena becomes curious about the disappearance of a local landowner, she uncovers a deadly plot of illegal land grabs. WHAT YOU LEAVE BEHIND is more than a wonderful mystery—it's a tapestry of people you'll love meeting and the land and community that *they* love and that keeps them strong. #podcast #author #interview #authors #CrimeWavePodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #BonnarSpring #BonnarSpringBooks #bookouture #thrillers #WandaMorris #WhatYouLeaveBehind Read it!

This week on Crime Wave: My guest is the one and only Wanda Morris. Wanda burst onto the mystery writing scene with her 2021 debut ALL HER LITTLE SECRETS, followed it up with the multi-award-winning ANYWHERE YOU RUN. Now she's given us another winner, WHAT YOU LEAVE BEHIND. Deena Wood's life has fallen apart. She's lost her beloved mother, her marriage, and her prestigious job at an Atlanta law firm, so she returns to her childhood home in Brunswick, Georgia, to heal. But when Deena becomes curious about the disappearance of a local landowner, she uncovers a deadly plot of illegal land grabs. WHAT YOU LEAVE BEHIND is more than a wonderful mystery—it's a tapestry of people you'll love meeting and the land and community that *they* love and that keeps them strong. #podcast #author #interview #authors #CrimeWavePodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #BonnarSpring #BonnarSpringBooks #bookouture #thrillers #WandaMorris #WhatYouLeaveBehind Read it!

Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books.In today's episode, we chat with Wanda Morris, a former lawyer turned acclaimed author. Wanda shares her journey from the legal field to becoming a full-time writer, the life-changing events that inspired her to pursue her passion, and the intricate process of crafting compelling legal thrillers and mysteries.  She also shares her latest book, "What You Leave Behind," and offers book recommendations for listeners.Episode Highlights:Wanda's transition from a corporate lawyer to a full-time author.This pivotal moment led Wanda to revisit and complete her first book.Insights into her latest release, "What You Leave Behind," and its captivating plot.How Wanda integrates her legal background into her writing.The challenges and rewards of shifting from legal writing to creative storytelling.Wanda's reading habits and book recommendations that inspire her writing.Book Recommendations:"The Night of the Storm" by Nishita Perekh"You Know What You Did" by K.T. NguyenConnect with Wanda Morris:Website: Wanda Morris WritesWant to check out more book recommendations?Visit What to Read Next Blog for reader tips, popular books like recommendations, and many more posts. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetterLicense code: IP29FC0QKB6DV2UEBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.

This week, Liberty and Emily discuss We Used To Live Here, Little Rot, What You Leave Behind, and more great books! Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a book. Sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news. Learn something new, sharpen your skills, and expand your horizons with our Better Living Through Books newsletter. Better Living Through Books is your resource for reading material that helps you live the life you want. From self-help to cookbooks to parenting to personal finance, relationships, and more, Better Living Through Books has got you covered. If it's part of life, it can be part of your reading life. That's what Better Living Through Books is all about. Visit bookriot.com/betterliving to subscribe for free, or become an All Access member starting at $6 per month or $60 per year and get unlimited access to members-only content in 20+ newsletters, community features, and the warm fuzzies knowing you are supporting independent media. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Books Discussed On the Show: We Used to Live Here by Marcus Kliewer Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay What You Leave Behind by Wanda M. Morris One-Star Romance by Laura Hankin Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller Little Rot by Akwaeke Emezi Loot by Tania James Craft: Stories I Wrote for the Devil by Ananda Lima For a complete list of books discussed in this episode, visit our website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What You Leave Behind is the powerful new book by Wanda M. Morris, and I am thrilled to host her for this episode! What You Leave Behind is a haunting thriller following a lawyer who after the mysterious disappearance of a local landowner, uncovers a conspiracy that dates back to Reconstruction and still persists in … Continue reading Episode 144: Interview with Wanda M. Morris, author of What You Leave Behind →

Multi-award winning author Wanda M. Morris always gives us a story with heart and depth--one that sticks with you long after you've turned that last page. "What You Leave Behind" might be her best yet--a story about Deena Woods, who's gone through multiple traumas and returns home to rural Georgia only to find secrets from the past haunting the present. Wanda talks with James L'Etoile of Authors on the Air about the book and the inspiration for Deena's journey. You'll want to grab this one because it's bound to hit all the "best of" lists this year.

Multi-award winning author Wanda M. Morris always gives us a story with heart and depth--one that sticks with you long after you've turned that last page. "What You Leave Behind" might be her best yet--a story about Deena Woods, who's gone through multiple traumas and returns home to rural Georgia only to find secrets from the past haunting the present. Wanda talks with James L'Etoile of Authors on the Air about the book and the inspiration for Deena's journey. You'll want to grab this one because it's bound to hit all the "best of" lists this year.

Announcement One of the many benefits to joining our Patreon Community is that you get access to several bonus podcast episode series, including Book Preview Extras! In these episodes, Catherine and I share at least 4 bonus books we are excited about that we did not share in the big show preview episode. Get more details about all the goodies available to all patrons (Stars and Superstars) and sign up here! CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights Now that the 2024 Summer Reading Guide is set, Sarah welcomes heavier and more literary books. Catherine is leaning into several themes with books covering 4 decades. With a clean split of 3 new or debut authors and 3 repeat authors, Catherine is trying for more wins this season. Kick back with several summer picks that are 450+ pages. Sarah's choices feature a wide variety of topics with 2 debuts and 4 returning authors. Sarah has already read and rated two of her picks 5 stars! Plus, listen in to hear their #1 picks for the summer season. Summer 2024 Book Preview [2:49] June Sarah's Picks Fire Exit by Morgan Talty (June 4) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [3:28] Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe (June 11) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[9:05] What You Leave Behind by Wanda M. Morris (June 18) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [17:59] Catherine's Picks Swift River by Essie Chambers (June 4) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [6:44] Same As It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo (June 18) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[14:34] All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker (June 25) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [21:17] How the Light Gets In by Joyce Maynard (June 25) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[29:31]  Other Books Mentioned The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters [3:33] Night of the Living Rez by Morgan Talty [3:52] Real Americans by Rachel Khong [9:31] The Knockout Queen by Rufi Thorpe [9:41] Unlikely Animals by Annie Hartnett [12:10] Rabbit Cake by Annie Hartnett [12:11] The Hop by Diana Clarke [13:26] The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo [14:42] All Her Little Secrets by Wanda M. Morris [18:16] Anywhere You Run by Wanda M. Morris [18:21] We Begin at the End by Chris Whitaker [22:38] Nightwatching by Tracy Sierra [23:10] At Home in the World by Joyce Maynard (memoir published in 1998) [32:29] July Sarah's Picks The God of the Woods by Liz Moore (July 2) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [25:12]  The World After Alice by Lauren Aliza Green (July 2) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [33:17] Long Island Compromise by Taffy Brodesser-Akner (July 9) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [38:00] Catherine's Picks The Same Bright Stars by Ethan Joella (July 2) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[35:28] The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali (July 2) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [42:11]  Other Books Mentioned Long Bright River by Liz Moore [25:22] I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai [28:56] Seating Arrangements by Maggie Shipstead [34:09] Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane [34:23] Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid [34:46] A Quiet Life by Ethan Joella [35:37] Marrying the Ketchups by Jennifer Close [36:26] Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club by J. Ryan Stradal [36:29] The Half Moon by Mary Beth Keane [36:45] Fleishman Is in Trouble by Taffy Brodesser-Akner [38:53] The Stationary Shop by Marjan Kamali [42:31]

The June LibraryReads list is here! The TOP PICK this month is Catherine Newman's SANDWICH. Also making the list is Rufi Thorpe's MARGO'S GOT MONEY TROUBLES and Kirsten Miller's LULA DEAN'S LITTLE LIBRARY OF BANNED BOOKS. We also have four (!) Hall of Fame authors: Wanda M. Morris, author of WHAT YOU LEAVE BEHIND; Lucy Foley, author of THE MIDNIGHT FEAST; Peter Swanson, author of A TALENT FOR MURDER; and Paul Tremblay, author of HORROR MOVIE. We also have a phone number! Call 212-207-7773 and leave us a message! You can find us on Facebook and Twitter @librarylovefest or on TikTok and Instagram @harperlibrary.

Dave Mader has rewatched Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Season 7, Episodes 25 & 26 "What You Leave Behind" (1999), as part of a Star Trek DS9 podcast review series. Joined by a panel of Star Trek enthusiasts, they discuss the episode and break it all down. Live Long and Podcast Star Trek: Deep Space Nine S7 E25 & E26 - "What You Leave Behind" (1999) | Episode Review First Aired: June 2, 1999 In-universe year: 2375 Date of Podcast: May 12, 2024 Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Rewatch Review Series THIS WEEK'S PODCASTERS Dave Mader, Kevin Millard, Adam Woodward, Jody Simpson, Jeff Mader LIVE LONG AND PODCAST ORIGINALLY CREATED BY Dave Mader and Jaemeel Robinson A PROUD MEMBER OF THE UNITED FEDERATION OF PODCASTS Check us out online at https://www.ufpodcasts.com/livelongandpodcast PRODUCER Dave Mader Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/LiveLongandPodcast Streaming live on Twitch, Youtube and Facebook: Twitch Channel: https://www.twitch.tv/livelongandpodcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/livelongandpodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pg/LiveLongAndPodcast Audio version available wherever you get your audio podcasts. Listen to Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0yIEMJhawSLGAozJAh4EdG Listen via Anchor: https://anchor.fm/livelongandpodcast #DS9 #StarTrek #DeepSpaceNine #LiveLongAndPodcast #UFP #UnitedFederationOfPodcasts #LocutorsOfTrek #DominionWar

In this week's episode we take a look at ‘What You Leave Behind', the finale of Deep Space Nine.Follow us on Twitter: @retrekpodDrop us an email: retrekpod@gmail.comCome and talk trek with us on Facebook: https://https://www.facebook.com/groups/retrekJoin our live stream at https://www.twitch.tv/retrek1701Check out our You Tube Channels:https://www.youtube.com/c/ReTrekModelStudioshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBClk-Cq7nAwNdqr5MoPpGgIf you enjoy the show please leave us a review on you podcatcher of choice.We are available on:Apple Podcasts (itunes)https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/re-trek/id1446221767Spotifyhttps://u922627.ct.sendgrid.net/wf/click?upn=TvhtDiauxJVhRdbUMx2NHL6ODzLmx4MtfKCdFx-2FSGFQd5gfI01WXt25VBpzyr74n1Lk9xGpk1-2FfiGSymP8ZFow-3D-3D_fWOmBz09yNQLpJmElfWqCWol4uOpghkCQ1cQ8zLMye-2BTyAd-2F-2BcmotGHNbCQkJxuIkr6ihbXsNye5kkq1Lue4ZCzj9odlDhBHox4Pntp6F00jvPSnc6FHg4tJmk-2BBJ0aOHBPREK3Oq64-2FEt2NijOcayBXin0pcBFmJa6dRhs-2FY-2FbjBdSSlCEUoLFW8qb2gPfeYwruqsS-2BQNcYAvuIeJ69S2LpvQ5QfT5YaBoOfCxZ8Xk5me-2Fh2sXJDNshrm9taoNLe-2BiIo4Xk4qlpeLfEGcDuWQ-3D-3DStar Trek, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: Voyager, Star Trek: Enterprise, Star Trek: Discovery, Star Trek:Picard, Star Trek Lower Decks, Star Trek Prodigy, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and all associated characters are the property of CBS. Star Trek Created by Gene Roddenberry

Join the SNP Crew as they journey through the wormhole for an exploration into the Prophets!From Ben Sisko being chosen as their emissary to questions of faith and bad actors within The Way of the Prophets, the team explores it all.Plus the mailbag, news, and so much more on episode 163 of Strange New Pod!Complete Host Deep Space Nine Watchlist:PILOT: "Emissary"316: "Prophet Motive"417: "Accession"510: "Rapture"321: "The Reckoning"606: "Sacrifice of Angels" 626: "Tears of the Prophets"701: "Image in the Sand"702: "Shadows and Symbols"717: "Penumbra"718: "Til Death Do Us Part"SERIES FINALE: "What You Leave Behind"Support the show

Leslie Hoffman: Double or Nothing with Stunts Leslie Hoffman was a stunt woman on "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine" and "Star Trek: Voyager," where she also doubled for Roxann Dawson as B'Elanna Torres. She's also the only female stunt coordinator in Star Trek history, so you can imagine she's got loads of stories to tell!  Leslie explains how she got started in the stunt business, her friendship with fellow stunt performers Dennis Madalone and Tom Morga, and talks about some of her most well-known stunts, including being hung by her neck in "Rocks and Shoals," surviving an explosion after a rough stair fall in "What You Leave Behind," and a one-shot fight scene in VOY "Day of Honor" where she swapped with Roxann mid-scene and no one ever knew... until today. Plus, working with Leslie Nielsen and Ricardo Montalban, her moment of fame from "Nightmare on Elm Street," and her most dangerous stunt ever from Spielberg's flop "1941."  NOTE: This interview was conducted before the SAG-AFTRA Strike of 2023. No performers were interviewed during the strike unless they were discussing the strike itself. Please subscribe to our brand new YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@trekuntold . There, you will see all the old episodes of this show, as well as new episodes and all of our other content, including shorts and some other fun things planned for the future. Visit my Amazon shop to check out tons of Trek products and other things I enjoy - https://www.amazon.com/shop/thefightnerd View the Teespring store for Trek Untold gear & apparel - https://my-store-9204078.creator-spring.com Support Trek Untold by becoming a Patreon at Patreon.com/TrekUntold. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating if you like us! Follow Trek Untold on Social Media Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/trekuntoldTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/trekuntoldFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/trekuntold Follow Nerd News Today on Social Media Twitter:  Twitter.com/NerdNews2Day Instagram: Instagram.com/NerdNewsToday Facebook: Facebook.com/NerdNewsToday Trek Untold is sponsored by Treksphere.com, powered by the RAGE Works Podcast Network, and affiliated with Nerd News Today.   The views expressed on air during Trek Untold do not represent the views of the RAGE Works staff, partners, or affiliates. 

Leslie Hoffman was a stunt woman on "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine" and "Star Trek: Voyager," where she also doubled for Roxann Dawson as B'Elanna Torres. She's also the only female stunt coordinator in Star Trek history, so you can imagine she's got loads of stories to tell!  Leslie explains how she got started in the stunt business, her friendship with fellow stunt performers Dennis Madalone and Tom Morga, and talks about some of her most well-known stunts, including being hung by her neck in "Rocks and Shoals," surviving an explosion after a rough stair fall in "What You Leave Behind," and a one-shot fight scene in VOY "Day of Honor" where she swapped with Roxann mid-scene and no one ever knew... until today. Plus, working with Leslie Nielsen and Ricardo Montalban, her moment of fame from "Nightmare on Elm Street," and her most dangerous stunt ever from Spielberg's flop "1941."  NOTE: This interview was conducted before the SAG-AFTRA Strike of 2023. No performers were interviewed during the strike unless they were discussing the strike itself. Please subscribe to our brand new YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@trekuntold . There, you will see all the old episodes of this show, as well as new episodes and all of our other content, including shorts and some other fun things planned for the future. Visit my Amazon shop to check out tons of Trek products and other things I enjoy - https://www.amazon.com/shop/thefightnerd View the Teespring store for Trek Untold gear & apparel - https://my-store-9204078.creator-spring.com Support Trek Untold by becoming a Patreon at Patreon.com/TrekUntold. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating if you like us! Follow Trek Untold on Social Media Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/trekuntoldTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/trekuntoldFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/trekuntold Follow Nerd News Today on Social Media Twitter: Twitter.com/NerdNews2DayInstagram: Instagram.com/NerdNewsTodayFacebook: Facebook.com/NerdNewsToday Trek Untold is sponsored by Treksphere.com, powered by the RAGE Works Podcast Network, and affiliated with Nerd News Today.

Today, we're looking at the final episode of Star Trek Continues. "To Boldly Go. Part 2." So how does this episode hold up against other series finales such as "All Good Things" and "What You Leave Behind". And how well does this episode tie together Star Trek: The Original Series and Star Trek: The Motion Picture. There's a lot to talk about, including some cool stories shared with me by director James Kerwin. Audio Player control at bottom of page. ----more---- Transcript Welcome to Nerd Heaven. I'm Adam David Collings, the author of Jewel of The Stars. And I am a Nerd. This is episode 107 of the podcast. Today, we're talking about the final episode of Star Trek Continues. “To Boldly Go, Part 2.” bringing our coverage of this show to a close.   The description on IMDB reads The iconic mission of the U.S.S. Enterprise comes to an end, as Kirk and his crew battle the ultimate adversary.   This teleplay was written by Robert J. Sawyer and James Kerwin. With story by Vic Mignogna, Robert J. Sawyer and James Kerwin. It was directed by James Kerwin And it first aired on the 13th of November 2017.   We pick up in a very tense situation from last episode's great cliffhanger. Kirk is unwilling to relinquish his bridge. He, Spock, and Uhura all try to fight back. To no avail. Even the security officer's phasers are useless against Lana's powers.   And then the big surprise twist happens. Smith's eyes go silver. She is uplifted as well. This was nicely foreshadowed in the last episode where they mentioned that she was holding Garry's hand when they passed through the barrier. I felt then, that she was holding something back. She uses the same lightning force powers that Lana was using. We saw Gary Mitchel and Elizabeth Denher use them in “Where No Man Has Gone Before”. She forces Lana and Sentek to retreat to the Kongo.   So … it seems Smith wasn't quite so unaffected as she claimed. I think this is a very cool development. But it raises a lot of questions. Where does Smith sit in the esper scale? Has she always been affected, but has been hiding it, or have her powers only just now manifested. And if so, why?   Kirk asks security to escort her to sickbay. At first, she's taken aback. After all, she's one of the good guys right. She helped them against Lana. But after a moment of thought, she relents. It's probably a good idea. She understands the potential threat she represents. She sees things from Kirk's point of view. Maybe she'd even do the same thing in his place. She voluntarily goes with security.   The big question is, why are they just sitting there. Why have they not destroyed the Enterprise and her crew? McCoy has the answer. It takes time for uplifted  espers to grow in their powers. Perhaps they're biding their time until they all reach full strength.   Bones has a medical defence that might help with the illusions. Scotty recommends keeping their distance as the espers don't have unlimited range with their powers. The Kongo's engines are offline. The crew must have shut it off before they were overpowered. Maybe the espers don't know how to get them going again.   Kirk hasn't slept for two days. McCoy doesn't argue. Usually Kirk would be wrong, but not this time. He needs to keep going. I'm not sure McCoy is right, actually. As Riker says in Best of Both Worlds, you can't fight the enemy at the same time you're fighting your own fatigue. Lack of sleep impairs human decision making. I know my mind is absolutely useless after putting in a day of work, and Kirk has been going much longer than that. Yes, the situation is critical, but for the moment, it's quiet, This might be the perfect time for Kirk to catch 30 minutes of sleep while the enemy regroups. Of course, there's a lot to accomplish while they have this time. Coming up with defences, a plan of some sort. There are no good or easy answers, which is probably why McCoy is not arguing with him.   In five years, 73 people have died under Kirk's command. He remembers the exact number. Of course he would.   McCoy says “we'll stop them” but that's not the point. “At what cost, Doctor?” Kirk asks. That's what's really on his mind. It's fitting for Kirk to reflect back on the cost of his five year mission as it's nearing its end. Especially at a moment like this, when it looks like that cost is about to skyrocket. But there's more to it, as we'll soon discover.   McKenna goes to see Smith. Everyone is afraid of her. Understandably. Contact with Gary, at the time of his uplifting left some residual energy in her. She didn't uplift at the time, probably because she doesn't have the psi rating necessary. But her proximity to the barrier now has reactivated that residual energy enough to uplift her.   Smith has developed telepathy. She can read McKenna's mind. She can feel the power flowing through her, but she claims to not be dangerous. She would never hurt anybody.   But McKenna can't know that for sure. Gary shows early signs of megalomania quite quickly. Denher much less so. She still retained her humanity despite temptation to the contrary. Why?   Was it that Denher was intrinsically a better person? What is because Denher had a lower psi rating than Gary? If that's the case, it looks good for Smith as she seems to have a lower rating still.   So far, it's looking like Smith has a good chance of keeping her humanity long term. But there are no guarantees here. We just just don't know.   Charvanek comes to see Spock. It seems she is still trying to pursue a relationship with him. A relationship he was tempted to enter into in the past, but resisted.   She asks Spock to come with her when her ship departs. The mission of the Enterprise is almost over. His job is complete. It's a logical time to make a change in his life. She tempts him with the promise of unification between Romulans and Vulcans. A promise that will consume him a century from now. But why would a Romulan commander want reunification? She is as he would want her to be, not as she truly is. This is not Charvanek. When Spock resists the illusion, it disappears.   Other illusions are being used against the crew. An order to Checkov to lower shields and head into the barrier. Even Kirk's preoccupation with the deaths of crew under his command.   I'm glad these moments were included. The greatest weapon Lana's espers have is their mental abilities. Their ability to confuse and manipulate the crew of the Enterprise. They should be using it every change they get. Probably a lot more than we see on screen. With that many espers, and so many on board the Enterprise susceptible to them, it's actually a miracle they don't blow up their own ship.   This is one weakness I see in Deep Space Nine, actually. Now DS9 is my favourite of all the Star Trek shows, and I love everything to do with the Dominion War and the changelings. But their greatest strength was not the military might of their ships, or the fighting acumen of the Jem Hadar. Their greatest weapon was the ability to infiltrate the Federation. We saw a little hint of the potential they possessed in Homefront and Paradise Lost. And that was only 4 changelings. They should have used these infiltration tactics a lot more during the war. We know the blood screenings were not entirely effective. The Federation wouldn't have stood a chance.   The reason I bring all this up is just to praise this episode for including these scenes.   The battle begins. The Kongo fires on the Enterprise. The starboard nacelle is damaged. The Romulans join the fight but then move off.   The espers might need a minute to recharge their powers.   The nacelle needs 30 minutes to repair. Kirk orders a risky cold restart. The esper's powers cannot deflect multiple simultaneous strikes. But two vectors will not be enough. Three would do the job, but they don't have a third ship….or do they?   Kirk orders the crew to prepare for a risky procedure. One they have never before attempted. Scotty will re-start the engines. They will separate the saucer from the Stardrive. Spock will command the saucer. Kirk, the secondary hull.   Obviously, this is something that TNG did, but TOS never did.  I was already aware that Gene Roddenberry had intended that the TOS Enterprise be able to separate. They didn't really have the budget to make it a reality until Encounter at Farpoint. What I didn't realise, until it was pointed out by James Kerwin, is that Kirk referred to the process, which they called “Jettisoning”, not “Separating” in two different TOS episodes. “The Apple” and “Savage Curtain”.   Spock points out that it will be very difficult to re-integrate the ship after this. But not impossible I like this approach. It shows that while yes, the original Enterprise COULD separate the two sections, it wasn't a routine operation like on the Enterprise D. It's a last resort. Not necessarily indeed to be undone. Kirk describes it as “jettisoning the stardrive section.” So it's not the same as in TNG.  I like this a lot.   This gives the final episode of Star Trek Continues quite an epic feel. Now they can conduct a three-pronged attack on the Kingo.   And it's working. The Kongo's power is decreasing.   Kirk is commanding the stardrive section from Auxilary control, which was seen from time to time in the original series. The set was built for episode 3 “Fairest of Them All”.  Director James Kerwin shared a story with me. The Auxilary control set was re-assembled for the finale, not having been used in a couple of years. But the buttons and lights on the helm console had deteriorated due to humidity and dust. They no longer worked, and they had to film in two days.   Kermin checked the travel manifest and realised that Grant Imahara, who played Sulu, was flying in that day. Grant was an electrical engineer by trade. Kermin called him on his mobile phone and said “Grant, I'm so sorry, I know you have a day off before you need to film, but could you please come to set now and try to repair the auxiliary control helm console? He gladly did so and made it work beautifully. So when we see Sulu pressing the aux control helm buttons, and the lights on the console flashing, that was Grant's work.   The Kongo hails the Enterprise. We hear some ominous music. Music that is very reminiscent of the score from Star Trek The Motion Picture. A very nice touch.   This episode was the third time Andy Farber wrote and recorded original music for the show. Starting to integrate some themes from The Motion Picture was a deliberate charge from Mignongna to Farber. This episode is, afterall, the missing gap between TOS and TMP. A handing of the torch. What he did was incredible. He weaved these different styles of music together in an impressive and wonderful way. You hear it clearly during the saucer separation.   What made this extra special was the inclusion of Craig Huxley. This man has deep connections to Star Trek. He played Peter James Kirk - the nephew of James Kirk, and also appeared in the episode “and the children shall lead.” He invented a very unique musical instrument that featured heavily in the score of Star Trek The Motion Picture. The blaster beam. The longest stringed instrument ever. You probably know what I'm talking about. The score for TMP had these deep resonant sounds like nothing you've heard before or since. Those sounds came from this unique instrument. Jerry Goldsmith discovered this instrument and wanted to use it in his score. It was also used in Star Trek 2 and 3, and even Back to The future and Alien. I was surprised to hear that, because to me, those sounds are uniquely synonymous with The Motion Picture.   They brought Huxley back to perform some blaster box for the score of this episode, and man does it make a difference. It impacts me on such an emotional level, because of the link to The Motion Picture.   The Kongo's original crew, including their captain, are alive in the cargo bay. Lana is going to use them as leverage to negotiate.   They want McKenna to beam aboard the Kongo, in exchange for the Kongo's captain. If she doesn't they'll decompress the hanger deck. It's a classic prisoner exchange, like in Generations. But who will it benefit most? McKenna is willing to go. Sentek gives only one minute. Spock tries to contact Kirk but Uhura can't get through the interference.   McKenna is trained in mediation. She can find a way to a win-win situation.   Spock is in command. He has to make a decision. This could be a deception. The Kongo crew may not even be there. McKenna urges Spock to listen to his feelings, rather than his logic. Interestingly, I would have thought that his emotions would want him to protect McKenna, his friend. But he relents and agrees to the exchange. Mckenna for Captain Azmi.   This raises the important question of why they want McKenna so much.   As soon as McKenna beams away, it is revealed that the lifesigns were an illusion. There are no crew to be saved. Sentek lied. When Spock confronts him about this, saying Vulcans never lie, Sentek says they both know that is not true. And I can't argue with that. They now have a valuable hostage. One for whom Spock has affection. And that may be motivation enough for the espers wanting the exchange.   Lana orders Spock to stand down or McKenna will die. Spock agrees.   The Kongo warps out of the system.   Can things possibly get any worse?   Lana brings food to McKenna, which gives her the opportunity to try to reason with her. McKenna says there is room for everyone in the Federation. She'll do all she can to help them find acceptance. Lana points out that time after time, humanity has turned its back on self-improvement. After all they've done, Lana knows there is no place for her and her people in the Federation. She may be right. I can't imagine many in the Federation would be keen to welcome these people, given the danger they possess.   Lana sees her and her people as humanity's successors. She doesn't want to assimilate into the Federation. She wants to replace it.   With help from the Romulans, the Enterprise has been re-attached into one piece. They're now in pursuit, but they're a long way behind.   Starfleet has requested help from both the Klingons and the Romulans. Both have said no. McCoy's medical defence is ready to help them focus. This is important for the story, because otherwise, sooner or later, someone on the ship would succumb to an illusion. The good guys have to have a chance to succeed at some point. Uhura has a way to circumvent the esper's subspace disruption, so they'll be able to communicate and coordinate.   The Enterprise will be working with the Exeter and the Potempkin. The only other two constitution class ships in service.   Spock apologises for his recent decision. Kirk confirms he would have done the same thing in his place. Smith wants to help. Kirk isn't convinced it's a good idea. Her power is growing quickly. But is her ego growing with the power? There seems to be no evidence of that so far.   Five years ago, Smith watched Kirk make impossible choices to protect his crew. That set something in motion in her.  He showed her what it means to serve.   Originally a yeoman, Smith left and got her commission so she could return to the Enterprise and serve her crew. This is what she's meant to do - help. Either Smith is a very good actor, or she is still herself. Still a good person. It's a great speech and a very nice character moment for Smith.   If things weren't already bad enough, it seems the Exeter and Potempkin have both been destroyed. They fired on each other. The espers powers of illusion have grown significantly. Probably greater even than what Gary's were before he died.   This episode is doing a fantastic job of taking the tension and ramping it up further and then further.   Uhura and Spock have come up with another way to shield the Enterprise from the illusory power of the espers. It will be limited, but might buy them some time.   But without the other two ships, time to do what?   When they see the Kongo on screen, we hear another booming note from the blaster beam. So effective.   Smith is going to try to use her powers to force her way through the Kongo's shields in order to beam over there.   Kongo has started firing. Spock has located McKenna. Smith is on it. The scene where she storms into the Kongo engine room and throws the espers aside is awesome. She has become a powerful superhero and I love it. Who would have thought, looking at the character in Star Trek's second pilot, that she would end up here. But now it's two against one, and their powers have had a lot more time to grow than hers. As they zap her, her eyes seem to dim. So she starts to fire all her power into the ship's engines. The espers run. Her eyes fade to normal. Her lifesigns are gone. She used the last of her energy to burn out the Kongo's systems.   And this brings the story of Smith to an end. She dies a hero. She fulfils her dreams. She is able to serve in the most powerful way, doing what nobody else could have done.   When I think back on this episode, I always remember another death, that we'll talk about shortly. But after this time through, Smith's death will stick with me just as much, maybe even more. This death is just as emotionally impactful. This is the moment when the good guys win.   James Kerwin really enjoyed shooting Smith's sacrifice. He and actress Kipleigh Brown had been working together on film projects for many years, and both started working on Star Trek Continues at the same time, episode 3. He was glad to give the character an honourable send-off.   Not only did Kipleigh Brown write the previous episode, “What Ships are For”, she also wrote Smith's farwell speech to Kirk.   The Romulans are firing killing shots at the Kongo. But they still have someone over there. The Romulans, like their Vulcan cousins, it seems, are very pragmatic in this situation. They're not willing to risk the galaxy just for McKenna.   The visuals of the damages Kongo with it's decks exposed looks awesome. Reminds me of the remastered effects in The Doomsday Machine.   Even Charvanek,who is still aboard the Enterprise, doesn't approve of Tal's actions. Now the Romulan ship is firing at the Enterprise too.   The Enterprise takes some very significant damage. Casualty reports coming from all over the ship. As the saucer is mangled, and sparks flare all over the bridge, we get an epic sense of disaster you wouldn't see in any other episode of TOS. This is the finale. It all ends here. This nicely gives an added reason for the ship to undergo a major refit prior to TMP.   Charvanek disables the weapons on her ship, relieving Tal of his position.   The Kongo hails. They're in bad shape. Even Lana has lost the silver from her eyes. “Well fought, Kirk,” she says. “For a moment we knew the freedom of infinity.”   Their reactor is building up. Scotty needs a minute to beam McKenna out. He doesn't get it. He's half got her, but having  trouble re materialising her. It looks like Spock has done it, but it still doesn't work. Spock's emotions come out as he hits the console.   McKenna is still standing there, shimmering, allowing them to have a tearful goodbye.   Kirk apologises and thanks her.   Spock approaches. It's a painful moment for him. She says something to him, although it isn't overly apparent to me in this scene. We get hints of music from Star Trek 2. Fitting. This scene really tears me apart. McKenna herself seems to have a quiet acceptance of her death. She has a smile that seems to say “Thanks for trying.” She is remarkably brave in the face of her imminent death. Were I in her situation. I'd probably be horrified. McKenna fades away. Dead. It makes narrative sense that McKenna would die in this episode. Over the course of this fourth season, she has become an important part of the show. Part of this family. It makes no sense that she wouldn't be around in the movies. It's logical that she would die. I guess the same is true for Smith. And in a story of this magnitude, there needs to be loss. There has to be a price for victory.   In the end, McKennma's death was kind of senseless. She wasn't able to make a difference, although it does serve an important story purpose as we'll see in a minute. But Smith's death was critical to their victory. They never would have won without her. In a very real sense, she is the hero of this story.   The Enterprise crawls home on its hands and knees. She has come home. But it's not the triumphant moment they had anticipated. Their recent losses, how close they came to disaster, it all weighs heavily on them. Kirk's log is spoken with a very sombre voice. We see the spacedock in orbit, where she'll stay until her refit is complete and Kirk takes her out to confront V'ger.   We see a TOS shuttle fly over the golden Gate Bridge in a scene that otherwise could have come from the motion picture.   Admiral Nogura, who we hear about in the motion picture, but never see, congratulates Kirk on completing his five year mission, and on saving the galaxy. It's cool to have that character appear in this episode.   In the show, we didn't see the Enterprise crew saving the entire galaxy. They tended to deal with smaller scale issues most of the time. But it's very fitting that they have faced and overcome such a threat in their final story.   Kirk still feels the cost acutely. Based on Kirk's experiences with McKenna, Kirk calls the experimental counsellor program a success. It should continue. Starfleet ships from now on will have counsellors on board.   Kirk looks at a series of models, from Cochrane's Phoenix, to the NX-01, We see the USS Discovery, the constitution class, and finally, the constitution refit, as the TMP theme starts to play.   I get goosebumps.   Now, potentially, Discovery shouldn't be seen here, as that ship was classified when it travelled into the future. Of course, Discovery season 1 was brand new when this episode was made, so that canon hadn't been established yet. Personally, I think it's not out of the question for an admiral to still have a crossfield class model in his office. It was still a part of Starfleet history. Nogura would have been active in Starfleet during the time of Discovery. And I think it's worth it for the emotional resonance of seeing it in the lineup. It's nicely ties old and new Trek together.   The Enterprise will be refit from the keel up. The crew will be given promotions. And the Federation council has voted to reinstate the enterprise Delta as the official insignia of Starfleet.   Kirk says Scotty always thought it reminded him of the port and starboard warp signatures of Cochrane deceleration. I can't help but wonder if this is a nod to the novel Star Trek Federation. To Kirk, it's an arrow. Rising upward and outward.   I was never a fan of the alternate insignias for other ships, and I believe, neither was Rodennberry. I remember reading somewhere, and I don't remember where, so take this with a grain of salt, but I seem to remember Roddenberry wanted the crew of other ships to have the familiar delta, but the costume designer kept making new insignias, probably because he wanted to express his creativity.   For me, this is a part of canon I tend to try to ignore. It's clear that in most of Star Trek, the delta is intended to be the logo for all of Starfleet, and always has been. But, those alternate insignias are part of canon. And they were further canonised by both Enterprise and Strange New Worlds. Later Star Trek established the delta was used as the general Starfleet logo both prior to Kirk's five year mission, and again afterwards.   James Kerwin resolved this by having Nogura say that in honour of the Enterprise, they were RE-establishing the delta as the official starfleet logo.   This episode makes it all work here in a fitting way.   Kirk is questioning whether his time has ended. He is not the same person he was. He's suffered a lot of loss. His preoccupation with the loss of people under his command may have been brought on by the espers, but these feelings are real. He expects more of himself than he's able to give any longer. He could never be happy with that.   This makes him more receptive to what Nogura is about to offer him.   We see the Enterprise crew assembled in the same room where Kirk briefs them in TMP. It's fascinating seeing those colourful TOS uniforms in a background plate that looks like it's taken directly from TMP. I do love the transitional moments like this.   Kirk emerges in his motion picture admiral uniform. Like most people, I'm not a big fan of the TMP uniforms, but the one exception is Kirk's admiral uniform. I like that a lot. I kinda wish the movie had just used that uniform for everyone.   Kirks makes a speech. He has been promoted to admiral and chief of Starfleet operations. That's the bad news. The good news is that they will continue to reach deeper into the stars. Explore more new worlds. Venturing further into the final frontier.   Our greatest adversaries, he says, are ourselves. We have much to learn about what's out there, but also about what's in here. The experience with the espers has cemented that lesson.   Now the music goes full TMP.   The next thing the episode needs to do is set up where McCoy and Spock will be at the start of the movie.   McCoy says he's done. He's seen enough death. What he hasn't seen is his daughter in five years. He's leaving Starfleet and going home. I feel that McCoy's departure hasn't been as well set up as Spocks, which we'll get to in a minute. But his reasons are sound. Particularly the family thing 5 years is a very long time to not see your child. We don't know the exact details of his family in the prime universe canon, but it has been established through the years, particularly in books, that McCoy had a family. The Kelvin movies made his marriage and divorce canon. I can't begin to imagine not seeing your child for five years, but I applaud him for doing something about it now. This works really quite well for me, but I think it would work even better had there been a little more foreshadowing through the season. Seeing McCoy start to lament the lost time with his daughter. Realising how great that cost had become.   Of course, this isn't the end of their friendship. And there's a nice little nod to Drake. There's an acknowledgement of the awkward but strong friendship that exists between Spock and Bones when he invites Spock to join them.   Spock tells Jim what McKenna said to him before she was lost in the transporter beam. “Forgive yourself.”   A difficult thing. McKenna encouraged Spock to pay attention to his emotions. He did so. He made an emotional decision, ignored his logic and allowed her to beam over.   That decision cost many lives, including hers.   Spock doesn't know how to deal with the guilt and regret he's feeling. All he knows how to do with emotions is suppress them. And that leads him to make the decision to undergo the Kholinar. He will purge all his remaining emotions.   This whole Kholinar thing seemed to come from nowhere in The Motion Picture. So Spock's arc in this episode makes a whole lot of sense. It retroactively makes Spock's arc in TMP even better. I absolutely love what the episode does here. It's brilliant character work.   Kirk will see his two friends at dinner. But there's one last thing he has to do. He goes to the bridge of the Enterprise. Now shut down and empty. And he looks at it. Says goodbye. While Kirk says goodbye to his command, we say goodbye to a bridge that we will never see again - not in this form.   It's a powerful scene. It holds similar emotional resonance as the poker scene at the end of “All Good Things.”   The episode hangs there. Gives Vic the time just to look and react.   We finish with a captain's log. Kirk's last. At least for now.   Then we pull back on a shot of the Enterprise in spacedock, as the music becomes very TMP sounding.   There is no music over the ending credits, just the ambient sound of the bridge.   This episode does everything a series finale should do, and it does it in style. We had a huge story with epic stakes. Powerful impacts for our characters. A sense of full-circle as we link back to the beginning, and a setting up for what will come after.   I'd put this one right up there with the best of the Star Trek Finales, “All Good Things” and “What you Leave Behind.” This is certainly orders of magnitude better than “Endgame.”   I've loved Star Trek Continues as a whole, but this final two-parter epitomises the reasons I love this show so much.   I have to give a huge congratulations to the cast and crew. To everyone who made this labour of love a reality. This show has a special place in my heart, and I'm deeply grateful to those who created it.   I would like to acknowledge the tragic passing of actor Grant Imahara who played Sulu. He passed away on the 13th of July 2020 at just 49 years of age   I'd like to say a huge thankyou once again, to James Kerwin for reaching out to me, and generously answering my questions and sharing some cool stories. Thanks, James.   Here ends my coverage of Star Trek Continues.   So what next? Well it seems crazy not to jump right into Star Trek The Motion Picture after this. I've covered all the TNG movies on the podcast, but I haven't covered the TOS movies. So I'll make my way through them.   I also have some ideas of things I can do along the way. I've been thinking of revisiting the original Transformers cartoon from the 80s, which I have powerful childhood memories of. See if there's anything in them worthy to discuss as an adult. I'd likely cover more than one episode in a podcast, and probably not go into as much recap detail as I've been doing with Star Trek. The idea is something I can do a little more off-the-cuff. Something that will take less time as I try to focus more on the fiction writing.   I'm also thinking of giving periodic updates on my reading of DC Comics, using the DC Universe Infinite app.    Anyway, there's plenty more to come, so I hope you'll find something of interest in the future of Nerd Heaven.   Until next time, Live Long and Prosper. Make it so.  

The Epic 10-Hour Ending of DEEP SPACE NINE! Dave and Fatheree have reached the end of our DS9 podcast series. In this final chapter we will cover the arc that ended the show. That's everything from season 7 episode 6, “Penumbra,” through the series finale, “What You Leave Behind.” As always, available in both video and audio-only formats.Watch on YouTube:https://youtube.com/live/7nmrgwQMGsIGet RSS feed:https://feeds.captivate.fm/tex-trek/Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tex-trek/id1495605753?uo=4Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6mdZ030Klldxwn7SSc5PKp?si=3BOqsbQER9Ssfppqk7lofQ&fbclid=IwAR1M1uH_xBE1lYWcwQocoDzjoVSsLmCgBt08TCEYAltwIH3MPC0S60bMCsEGoogle Podcasts:https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3ByZWFrZXIuY29tL3Nob3cvMzM1MjY2NS9lcGlzb2Rlcy9mZWVkJoin our Discord server:https://discord.gg/YXPeRyQh7ySupport us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/txtrekhttp://www.facebook.com/textrekhttp://twitter.com/TxTrekEmail: fathereeactual@tex-trek.com

It's episode 100! You have been with us since the beginning, so we bring you the best content today. Join us as we talk about the name Kevin. Has there ever been a Kevin with sustained success? That leads us to our next rabbit hole: Shows that ended stronger than they began. Finally, we get to the finale of Star Trek: Deep Space 9. Join us as we review "What You Leave Behind"

Episode 182 What You Leave Behind. We finally reach the end of Deep Space Nine! We discuss Series high and lows and favorite characters and moments. What You Leave Behind Ratings:  Bob 8, Eric 7.  DS9 Season 7 highs and lows: Eric S7 Top 5: 1- Treachery Faith and the Great River 2- Siege of AR-558 3- Inter Arma Enim Silent Leges 4-Afterimage 5-Chysalis Bob S 7 Top 5: 1-It's Only a Paper Moon 2-Inter Alma Alam Silent Leges 3-Badda Bing Badda Bang 4-Taking into the Wind 5-Treachery Faith and the Great River S7 Lows: Lowlights 1- Prodigal Daughter 2- Take Me Out to the Holosuite 3- Dogs of War DS9 as a whole series:   Eric Top Picks 1-Move Along Home 2-Duet 3-Second Sight 4- The Alternate 5-The Wire 6-Defiant 7-Past Tense 1 and 2 8-The Visitor 9-Sacrifice of Angels 10-Valient 11-Crossover 12-All of the Torture Obrien episodes   Bob Top Ten of the series 10- Rapture 9 - Through the Looking Glass 8 - Civil Defense 7 - Our Man Basher 6 - It's Only a Paper Moon 5 - Sacrifice of Angels/Favor the Bold 4- In the Pale Moonlight 3- Trials and Tribbleations 2- Far Beyond the Stars 1- The Visitor   Bob's Honorable Mentions: 15- Valiant 14-Honor Among Thieves 13-Invasive Proceedures 12-Rocks and Shoals 11-The Reckoning 10- To The Death/For the Cause 9-Second Skin 8- Hard Time 7- Past tense 1 and 2 6- Blood Oath 5-Necessary Evil 4- Improbably Cause/Die is Cast 3-Children of Time 2-Taking into the Wind 1-Crossover   DS9 Series Lows: Eric: 1-Rules of Acquisition 2-The Ascent 3-The Collaborator 4-Distant Voices 5-The Tribunal 6-Sanctuary 7-Shadowplay 8- Playing God Bob's Series Lows: 15-Dramatis Personae 14-Dax 13- Meridian 12-Explorers 11- The Nagus 10- Body Parts 9- Prophet Motive  8- The Muse 7-Resurrection 6-Rivals 5- Shakaar 4-Profit and Lace 3-Take Me Out to the Holosite 2-Prodigal Daughter 1-Progress   Question: What were your favorite DS9 Episodes?

While the fleet sets course for Cardassia, Julian and Ezri weigh out  their new relationship, the O'Briens plan a return to Earth, and Sisko confronts his destiny. It's the final mission when What You Leave Behind goes into the Mission Log. Sponsored by - Sponsored by listeners like you -

While the fleet sets course for Cardassia, Julian and Ezri weigh out  their new relationship, the O'Briens plan a return to Earth, and Sisko confronts his destiny. It's the final mission when What You Leave Behind goes into the Mission Log. Sponsored by - Sponsored by listeners like you -

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And so another "Trek" series comes to an end with "What You Leave Behind". The Dominion War comes to a dramatic conclusion and suddenly everyone is going their separate ways. Life soldiers on as new responsibilities and new opportunities send our crew in sometimes-surprising and sometimes-obvious directions. "OH CRAP!" The DS9 writers probably shouted at this point, "WE FORGOT TO WRAP UP THE WHOLE DUKAT/WINN/PAH-WRAITHS THING!" And so that's shoehorned in, too. Also this week: no one likes Ezri/Julian (Ezrian? Julzi?), what next for galactic politics, and wrapping up the season/series! CW: brief discussion of suicide. [Timestamps: What You Leave Behind: 1:12; Season 7 wrap up: 1:38:05; DS9 series wrap up: 1:58:12]

It's finale week here at A Strange New Pod as we celebrate the endings of some of our favorite shows.If you were to ask Ben Sisko how Star Trek has done when it comes to ending a franchise, he'd say it's batting around .300. What makes finales like "All Good Things" and "Endgame" so good, and what feels a bit off about "What You Leave Behind?"Also, why did The Original Series never get a proper finale, and why are we ignoring Enterprise? All that on episode 35 of ASNP.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/astrangenewpod)

Join us as we re-visit Star Trek Deep Space Nine pilot episode, "EMISSARY" and series finale "What You Leave Behind".  What TNG actor could be the next host of Jeopardy? Why didn't Enterprise have a "proper" Star Trek theme?  Is a new Star Trek movie in the works? Star Trek Birthdays, around the globe and fan shout outs. 

Hot off the press of the release of her debut single "What You Leave Behind." This week we shine our Local Spotlight on 15 year old Isabella Caskenette from Milverton!

Positively Trek 85: Six Series Finales and CountingBruce and Dan Explore Every Star Trek Series’ Endings Thus far, Star Trek has had six television series that have ended their runs, and in this episode of Positively Trek, hosts Bruce and Dan are exploring each of their endings! All Good Things must come to an end, including each of the Star Trek series, and even a Turnabout Intruder can’t keep us from our Endgame: taking a look at each of these episodes, examining What You Leave Behind, and making sure that future Star Trek series can keep saying These Are the Voyages. Also, something-something The Counter-Clock Incident. In the news section, we talk about Yo-Yo Ma’s surprise Star Trek performance, Star Trek: Discovery season 4 tidbits, and the metamorphosis of CBS All Access into Paramount+! Yo-Yo Ma performs at Inauguration - https://www.inverse.com/entertainment/yo-yo-ma-star-trek-biden-inauguration ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Cast and Showrunner Reveal More Season 4 Plans For Saru, Gray, And Owosekun - https://trekmovie.com/2021/01/18/star-trek-discovery-cast-and-showrunner-talk-more-about-season-4/ NEWSParamount+ To Officially Launch March 4, Taking Place Of CBS All Access - https://treknews.net/2021/01/19/paramount-plus-launch-cbs-all-access-star-trek/ Show page: http://positivelytrek.libsyn.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/positively-trek/id1501468628 Twitter: http://twitter.com/positivelytrek Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTrek Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4457-take-a-chance License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. STAR TREK and all related marks, logos and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Kertrats Productions is not endorsed or sponsored by or affiliated with CBS/Paramount Pictures or the STAR TREK franchise.

Welcome to Tales from the Waystone, Episode 42; What You Leave Behind, where we will be discussing chapters eighty-two and eighty-three of Patrick Rothfuss' The Name of the Wind through a lens of Grace-Notes.We have a favor to ask: Will you please let us know what you think of the show? We'd love to know what you think we can improve. https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/tales-from-the-waystone-977242/about Interesting fact links:A Beautifully Foolish Inspiration: https://gizmodo.com/18-months-of-mysterious-internet-outages-traced-to-vill-1845139844  _________________________________________________________________________________

This is it. The final episode of DS9. "What You Leave Behind" serves to close out both the Dominion War and the series itself. It has action, drama, comedy and retrospection in spades. It's a brilliant ending to a fascinating series. But it's not perfect. In this podcast, Wes and Clay discuss what the finale does right and what it does wrong. They try to determine if "What you Leave Behind" is a fitting end to the series they've been watching for almost two and a half years. Thanks to everyone for listening and supporting the show. Thank you for not leaving us behind! Are you looking for older episodes? Find this and every other episode at The Pensky Podcast! Thanks for listening. Stay connected: • https://thepenskyfile.com/links/ • e-mail: thepenskyfilevideo(at)gmail.com

This is it. The final episode of DS9. "What You Leave Behind" serves to close out both the Dominion War and the series itself. It has action, drama, comedy and retrospection in spades. It's a brilliant ending to a fascinating series. But it's not perfect. In this podcast, Wes and Clay discuss what the finale does right and what it does wrong. They try to determine if "What you Leave Behind" is a fitting end to the series they've been watching for almost two and a half years. Thanks to everyone for listening and supporting the show. Thank you for not leaving us behind! Are you looking for older episodes? Find this and every other episode at The Pensky Podcast! Thanks for listening. Stay connected: • https://thepenskyfile.com/links/ • e-mail: thepenskyfilevideo(at)gmail.com

A grand finale requires the grandest of episodes. And here it is, finally! After a 4-year journey, we’ve arrived at the thing that listeners almost certainly want: a nearly-five-hour-long, in-depth, off-the-wall discussion with a dog snoring in the background. If you’re a long-time listener, YOU KNEW THIS WAS COMING. We get into the nitty-gritty of the end of the Dominion War, the tragic (and not-so-tragic) death of multiple characters, the Bajoran fire caves, and so so so so so much more. And of COURSE there are detours to talk about things like Mortal Kombat, Spider-Man movies, and all the hallmarks of these three Trek fans who can’t stay on topic. It’s our final regular episode, and of course we have a LOT to get off our chests. And stay tuned to the end as we have a big discussion about series finales – which ones we like, which ones we don’t, and how What You Leave Behind stacks up. You’ll also find a whopping 8 new musical compositions (and more old ones) spread throughout the episode. 3 years from now, when you’re done listening to the episode in its entirety, you’ll be crying to yourself “WHY RTW! WHY DID YOU HAVE TO GO!” Well don’t worry, we’ll be back soon with some mailbag episodes and a big old retrospective about DS9 and about our experience on the podcast. And stay subscribed for random bonus episodes when you least expect them. What we leave behind is a weird podcast that changed our lives, and hopefully those of our listeners, for the better. Lastly, we dedicate this, our finale, to one of our favorite Ferengis, Aron Eisenberg. May he rest in peace.

Siskoid goes it alone on this one to defend Deep Space Nine's portrayal of the Bajoran Prophets, showing how non-linear beings can sometimes seem to act linearly, and discussing their greatest hits under one unified theory. Put your thinking caps on, this one gets both timey AND wimey. Listen to Episode 33 below! Or subscribe to Gimme That Star Trek on iTunes! This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK! Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Follow us on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FWPodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Subscribe via iTunes as part of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK. Credits: "Star Trek Theme" by Alexander Courage, with the Irredeemable Shagg on vocals. End theme: "Deep Space Nine Theme" by Dennis McCarthy. Bonus clips from: Star Trek Deep Space Nine's "Emissary", starring Avery Brooks and Cirroc Lofton; "Accession", starring Avery Brooks, Terry Farrell, and Camille Saviola; "Rapture", starring Nana Visitor and Avery Brooks; "Far Beyond the Stars", starring Avery Brooks and Brock Peters; "Tears of the Prophets", starring Marc Alaimo and Casey Biggs; "Shadows and Symbols", starring Deborah Lacey and Avery Brooks; and "What You Leave Behind", starring Avery Brooks and Penny Johnson. And thanks for leaving a comment!

Peter and Andy take a look at S1's Coming Of Age & Heart Of Glory. Next time Peter and Anne-Marie will be talking about the awesome DS9 documentary, What You Leave Behind, recording Fridya 13th September Then Peter and Andy continue S1 of TNG, giving their thoughts on Arsenal Of Freedom and Symbiosis, recording Wed 18th September. Feedback- borgcast@gmail.com

What is leadership? So many things have been said about leadership, through books, TED Talks, and other methods. Masterclass- Lessons in Leadership will focus on the greatest, most influtential, and contraversial leader the world has even known. two thousand years later, the leadership of Jesus continues to motivate, inspire, and challenge people to be better and do better. As we close this series, we continue our leadership discussion and we begin to understand our leadership endgame. Welcome to the finale of Masterclass- Lessons in Leadership: What You Leave Behind

This week is a big one for Star Trek. It's the 20th anniversary of Deep Space Nine's epic (and out there) series finale, "What You Leave Behind." How well does it hold up? Listen and find out…

This week is a big one for Star Trek. It's the 20th anniversary of Deep Space Nine's epic (and out there) series finale, "What You Leave Behind." How well does it hold up? Listen and find out… Transporter Room 3, Episode 167 Subscribe. Star Trek III: The Search for Spock turned 35 this week,... Click on the title for the full episode.

It's the end of an amazing Trek. Deep Space Nine wrapped shooting 20 years ago this week and it's final episode, "What You Leave Behind," wraps up a nine part finale and a multi-season arc that changed Star Trek forever! Bill and Dan will look at this last episode of DS9 and examine what makes this episode so special--from where the characters end up at the end to the end of Benjamin Sisko's journey. Plus, this news and this week's exclusive FanSets discount code on The Flagship of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network! FIVE YEAR MISSION We are truly grateful to our friends FIVE YEAR MISSION for allowing us to use their music for every episode of Trek Geeks. They’re creating one song for every episode of TOS and their brand new album is amazing! Get your copy of YEAR 4 right now over at FiveYearMission.net and, while you’re at it, grab a copy of all their other fantastic albums:  Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, The Trouble with Tribbles, and of course, Spock’s Brain! We know you’ll become just as big a 5YM fan as we are, so what are you waiting for? Please show them some support and download all their music! =/=

It's the end of an amazing Trek. Deep Space Nine wrapped shooting 20 years ago this week and it's final episode, "What You Leave Behind," wraps up a nine part finale and a multi-season arc that changed Star Trek forever! Bill and Dan will look at this last episode of DS9 and examine what makes this episode so special--from where the characters end up at the end to the end of Benjamin Sisko's journey. Plus, this news and this week's exclusive FanSets discount code on The Flagship of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network! FIVE YEAR MISSION We are truly grateful to our friends FIVE YEAR MISSION for allowing us to use their music for every episode of Trek Geeks. They’re creating one song for every episode of TOS and their brand new album is amazing! Get your copy of YEAR 4 right now over at FiveYearMission.net and, while you’re at it, grab a copy of all their other fantastic albums:  Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, The Trouble with Tribbles, and of course, Spock’s Brain! We know you’ll become just as big a 5YM fan as we are, so what are you waiting for? Please show them some support and download all their music! =/=

Anne-Marie and Peter reach the end of their DS9 journey as they cover What You Leave Behind. Next time, recording 14th December, they tackle TNG's last outing at the movie's, Nemesis. Feedback- borgcast@gmail.com Check out our new podcast covering Battlestar Galactica- www.galactica.libsyn.com/  

Anne-Marie and Peter near the end of their DS9 coverage with the episodes Extreme Measures and Dogs Of War. Next time, recording Sunday 2nd December, they cover the final DS9 episode, What You Leave Behind, they'll look back at the series as a whole, plus they'll have news of the future of the borgcast... Feedback- borgcast@gmail.com

All great journeys must come to an end. And, for DS9, that ending was entirely unexplored terrain for Star Trek in 1999. Unlike the more episodic TNG, which hit a major home-run with All Good Things..., the franchise's unconventional third series had such a labyrinthine web of mythology, character arcs and story to wrap up that satisfying expectations was the definition of a Herculean task. But, ultimately, were the creative team successful? This week hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton don tuxedos and choke back tears while bidding farewell to the Gamma Quadrant's most turbulent space station and the idiosyncratic collection of personalities living within its weathered walls. Over the course of this lengthy discussion the duo break down both the story threads and character pay-offs of the episode, and determine how strongly What You Leave Behind works as a TV finale. Plus, they debate such hot topics as the show's resolutions to the Dominion War and Pah Wraith drama, Odo and Kira's iconic goodbyes and the curious lack of Jadzia in Worf's montage.  Right-click to download!Read more »

Dennis McCarthy Interview.   Dennis McCarthy defined the sound of Star Trek by composing 257 episodes and movies of the franchise. However, the road to Trek was paved with hard work and trial-by-fire education sessions. McCarthy learned how to compose and orchestrate while on the road as a young man, playing various musical shows. McCarthy ever refers to his education as the  "college of the road." After working with composers such as Nelson Riddle and Alex North, his first big break would come with the 1983 phenomenon V: The Final Battle. Dennis showcased his ability to write good quality music quickly, and this would lead him to many other opportunities, which continue to this day. In this episode of Melodic Treks, host Brandon-Shea Mutala has an in depth discussion with Dennis McCarthy, the person who has composed the most Star Trek episodes and films. We talk about getting into the business, working with Kevin Kiner, as well as his extensive career composing for Star Trek. Chapters Intro (00:00:00)  Welcome to Melodic Treks (00:01:14)  "Good Question" (from The Curse of Oak Island)(00:02:44)  What's Up With "Yo!"? (00:02:54)  Education (00:04:17)  "Main Title" (from V) (00:11:50)  Brass (00:14:34)  Transposing (00:16:58)  "Suite from "Voices in the Earth") (from The Twilight Zone) (00:23:21)  "About Your Words" (from The Curse of Oak Island)" (00:26:50)  Kevin Kiner (00:28:37)  "Main Titles" (from "In A Mirror Darkly") (00:32:12)  "Archer's Theme" (00:33:50)  Musical Alzheimer's (00:35:09)  The "Haven" Score (00:38:32)  "I Have a Gun" (from "All Good Things...") (00:41:42)  Stand Out Scores: "The Arsenal of Freedom" and "Conspiracy" (00:42:58)  "Surface Jaunt/Image/Encased" (from "The Arsenal of Freedom") (00:43:48)  "Worf Down/Invader/Dinner Treats/Retching Remmick/Recovery/Cliff Hanger" (from "Conspiracy) (00:45:47)  Emmy Award Winning Main Title (00:47:35)  "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Main Title (Seasons 1-3)" (00:50:02)  "Farewell" (from "What You Leave Behind") (00:53:31)  "Generations Overture" (from Star Trek: Generations) (00:57:41)  Thank You, Dennis (00:58:56)  Closing (01:05:30)   Host Brandon Shea-Mutala   Guest Dennis McCarthy   Production Tony Robinson (Editor and Producer) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Tony Robinson (Associate Producer) Stephen Boyd (Associate Producer) Bobby Tucker (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Tony Robinson (Show Art) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)

We say goodbye to Star Trek: Deep Space Nine with “What You Leave Behind”, as plots are resolved, characters leave, and the Star Trek universe is changed forever. We also place the show in context with what’s come before on Trekabout, and wonder a bit about the future. Plus! A surprising and long overdue announcement. ...

Singing in Star Trek. The music of Star Trek is known for its diversity to convey many emotions and feelings. It can be sad, happy, bombastic, action filled, tense, and melancholy. The music has filled the viewers with a sense of adventure and longing; but every once in a while, the script calls for something else. There are many instances of singing in Star Trek. These have been portrayed in holodeck adventures, down time in a rec room, wedding ceremonies, and love-ins. In this episode of Melodic Treks, host Brandon-Shea Mutala is joined by Bobby Tucker to examine sixteen instances of singing in Star Trek. While discussing the music, we determine if it fits the story and the portrayal of the character. We visit the first four television series and three motion pictures. So pull up a comfy chair and sit back and relax. Do you reach, brother? Chapters Intro (00:00:00)  "Charlie is My Darling" (from "Charlie X," arranged by F. Steiner) (00:10:33)  "Hey Out There" (from "The Way to Eden," written by A. Heinemann, C. Napier, C. Robertson) (00:15:31)  "Headin' Out to Eden" (from "The Way to Eden," written by A. Heinemann, C. Napier, C. Robertson) (00:18:20)  "Like Hail" (from "The Way to Eden," written by A. Heinemann, C. Napier, C. Robertson) (00:19:25)  "Looking For a New Land" (from "The Way to Eden," written by A. Heinemann, C. Napier, C. Robertson) (00:19:40)  "Row, Row, Row Your Boat" (from Star Trek V: The Final Frontier, traditional) (00:23:55)  "The Moon's a Window to Heaven" (from Star Trek V: The Final Frontier, written by J. Goldsmith, J. Bettis) (00:24:49)  "Aktuh and Maylota" (from "Unification II" written by D. McCarthy) (00:30:44)  "A British Tar" (from Star Trek: Insurrection, written by W. S. Gilbert, A. Sullivan) (00:32:55)  "Blue Skies" (from Star Trek: Nemesis, written by I. Berlin) (00:34:36)  "You Are My Sunshine" (from "Someone to Watch Over Me," written by J. Davis) (00:39:46)  "La Donna e Mobile" (from "Tinker, Tenor, Doctor, Spy," written by G. Verdi) (00:42:19)  "Do Re Mi" (from "Chrysalis," written by J. Chattaway) (00:47:28)  "Fever" (from "His Way," written by J. Davenport, E. Cooley, arranged by J. Chattaway) (00:52:32)  "The Best is Yet to Come" (from "Badda-Bing, Badda-Bang," written by C. Leigh and C. Coleman) (00:55:00)  "The Way You Look Tonight" (from "What You Leave Behind," written by J. Kern) (00:57:34)  "The Moon's a Window to Heaven" (from Star Trek V: The Final Frontier, written by J. Goldsmith, J. Bettis) (01:05:26)  Host Brandon-Shea Mutala Guest Bobby Tucker Production Brandon-Shea Mutala (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman Lao (Associate Producer) Bobby Tucker (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)

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Covering the DS9 finale, “What You Leave Behind.”

Well. Here it is.126 episodes and almost three years later, we've come to the end of our long journey through Deep Space Nine. Sure, we talk about Elementary and Community before getting to it, but we all know what we're here for: "What You Leave Behind," the conclusion to the grimmest, darkest, most challenging, and -- I'll say it -- best piece of Star Trek history. We break down how it all gets wrapped up, what they did right, what they did wrong, and what it all means. And double down on our next project: Enterprise. Yes, we're still doing it.Next week: Veronica Mars.

The Final Chapter, Part 9 of 9: What You Leave Behind. Wrapping up a series as complex as Deep Space Nine cannot be done with a traditional finale. To tackle a task so large, the writers needed a grand canvas upon which to paint the final strokes; but even eight episodes left so much still undone. The ninth and final installment—a double-thick bookend to the series opener "Emissary"—had a lot to live up to. Not only were there countless character threads and story arcs to conclude, but, when it came to final episodes, DS9 was still living in the shadow of "All Good Things…" Could the incredible writing team behind DS9 really pull it off? In this episode of The Orb hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing conclude our series of shows that take you through the entire nine-part, ten-hour Deep Space Nine finale with the very last piece of the story, "What You Leave Behind." We discuss Damar's last stand and the Alpha/Beta Alliance decision to push on and finish the war, the parallels with our own great wars on Earth, the touching last gathering in Vic's, the showdown between good and evil in the Fire Caves, and more. And as the title of this episode of The Orb implies, we're not quite done yet. With too much to cover in just one hour, this is part one of our own two-part series finale.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor John W. Mills   Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao, Ruth Ward, Lisa Stevens, and Will Nguyen   Chapters Final Resolution (5:29) Damar's Last Stand and the Cardassian Resistance (10:34) To Fight or Fall Back: Finishing the War (20:05) World War II Parallels (31:01) Changing the Founders (37:47) One Last Night in Vic's (42:15) Showdown In the Fire Caves: The Final Battle (51:44) The Perfect Ending (1:01:12) Closing (1:03:34)   Send us your feedback! Twitter: @trekfm Facebook: http://facebook.com/trekfm Voicemail: http://www.speakpipe.com/trekfm Contact Form: http://www.trek.fm/contact Visit the Trek.fm website at http://trek.fm Subscribe in iTunes: http://itunes.com/trekfm   Support the Network! Become a Trek.fm Patron on Patreon and help us keep Star Trek talk coming every week. We have great perks for you at http://patreon.com/trekfm

Mission Gamma: This Gray Spirit. When Deep Space Nine premiered, the stated goal of the Starfleet presence on the station and the purpose Sisko's mission was to prepare Bajor for Federation membership. As the series went on, this came close to happening once; but a warning from the Emissary put the issue on the backburner. Then the Dominion War happened. With all of that now in the past—and with other loose ends from "What You Leave Behind" either wrapped up or at least addressed—Mission Gamma sets Bajor back on a course for Federation membership and provides DS9 with a new TOS-like initiative to seek out new life and strange new worlds. In the episode of Literary Treks hosts Matthew Rushing and Christopher Jones continue our look at Mission Gamma with the second book, This Gray Spirit. We discuss Ezri's search for her place in the line of Dax hosts, Shar's continued struggle with his place in the unique Andorian reproductive crisis, and how the Yrythyan society of the Gamma Quadrant could hold the keys for solutions to both. We also explore the legacy of Ziyal, the intricacies of Bajoran-Cardassian-Federation politicals, and what it means to be part of the Federation. Plus, we decide whether kelp cakes are a good choice for breakfast and find out why much of the book feels like it takes place inside a Gaylord hotel. In our news segment we judge Lust's Latinum Lost and Found by its cover, check in on The Trek Collective's interview with Star Trek: Seekers artist Rob Caswell, and state the case for the USS Titan being part of the Official Starships Collection.   Send us your feedback! Twitter: @trekfm Facebook: http://facebook.com/trekfm Voicemail: http://www.speakpipe.com/trekfm Contact Form: http://www.trek.fm/contact   Chapters   News Lust's Latinum Lost and Found cover revealed (3:04) The Trek Collective interviews Seekers artist Rob Caswell (9:47) Help get the USS Titan into the Official Starships Collection (11:20) Support Trek.fm by becoming a Patron on Patreon (19:05) Sponsor: Audible (20:56)   Feature: Mission Gamma: This Gray Spirit Initial Thoughts (23:20) Do We Want Strange New Worlds from DS9? (29:07) The Yrythny Caste System and the Defiant Visita Costco (36:07) Political Games of Bajor, Cardassia, and the Federation (43:32) What Does It Mean to Be Part of the Federation? (55:32) Finding Ezri Dax (59:34) An Andorian Soap Opera? (1:04:48) Final Thoughts (1:10:14) Closing (1:14:24)

StarTrek.com announces Ships of the Line design contest Have you ever dreamed of designing your own starship? Want to be an official part of the historic 50th anniversary of Star Trek? Well, your chance has just docked. CBS and StarTrek.com announced a new contest during the Ships of the Line panel at San Diego Comic-Con that makes you a ship designer. And as the builders of interstellar craft, thirteen lucky winners will be immortalized in the 2016 Ships of the Line calendar. Get more info and enter the contest. https://shipsoftheline.promotw.com/   TREKLAND: On Speaker Volume 3 to debut at Star Trek Las Vegas The finale of a Star Trek series is a momentous event for both viewers and those who actually create the show. As fans we are often critical of what we see on screen without knowing the story of what went on behind the scenes. No one has stockpiled more of this in-the-moment commentary than Larry Nemecek, but as most of it was captured on old-style cassette tapes as notes for magazine articles the public has never heard it. That has changed with TREKLAND: On Speaker, and a new chapter will be revealed at Star Trek Las Vegas as Larry sheds light on the DS9 finale "What You Leave Behind." 

Mission Gamma: Twilight. When Deep Space Nine premiered, the stated goal of the Starfleet presence on the station and the purpose Sisko's mission was to prepare Bajor for Federation membership. As the series went on, this came close to happening once; but a warning from the Emissary put the issue on the backburner. Then the Dominion War happened. With all of that now in the past—and with other loose ends from "What You Leave Behind" either wrapped up or at least addressed—Mission Gamma sets Bajor back on a course for Federation membership and provides DS9 with a new TOS-like initiative to seek out new life and strange new worlds. In the episode of Literary Treks hosts Matthew Rushing and Christopher Jones are joined by Dan Gunther to continue our look at the DS9 relaunch series and kick off discussion of the four-part Mission Gamma. We discuss the character stories involving Bashir and Ezri, Vaughn and Prynn, how Kira is dealing with the Attainder, and what the future holds for Bajor and the United Federation of Planets. In our news segment we get an update on Keith R.A. DeCandido's The Klingon Art of War, a New Frontier for Peter David, Dayton Ward's new TNG book Armageddon's Arrow, and we review the second issue of IDW's I, Enterprise comic.

Bajoran Prophecies. Life as a religious figure started for Benjamin Sisko almost the moment he arrived at the station. Coming to terms with that life took a bit longer. One of the elements that made Deep Space Nine so rich and unique was the Bajoran belief system. The writers wove elements of spirituality—or mysticism depending on your perspective—into the series in a way that requires a long view to appreciate. In this episode of The Orb hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing discuss six specific Bajoran prophecies that led us from the arrival of the Federation in “Emissary” to the final showdown in the Fire Caves in “What You Leave Behind.” We also explore how these prophecies eased Sisko into his role as Emissary and helped Kira, Winn, and others accept that he was, in fact, of Bajor. 

Demons of Air and Darkness. The two-part Avatar kicked off the relaunch of Deep Space Nine in the novels and, along with Abyss, introduced new faces and moved familiar ones beyond "What You Leave Behind." In this episode of Literary Treks hosts Matthew Rushing and Christopher Jones continue their look at the DS9 relaunch with the fourth book, Demons of Air and Darkness. Unlike the first three novels, this instalment doubles as DS9's entry in the seven-part Gateways series rather than being purely the next chapter in the relaunch. As such, Keith R. A. DeCandido had to balance the tone between the special series and the continuation of Deep Space Nine. How well did that work? We find out as we discuss the concept, the Iconian gateways, the spiritual questions with which Kira and Taran'atar are faced, the growth of Ezri, and more.   Plus, in our news segment we find out that there's more to come for the resurrected Data and we review the first issue of IDW's new Khan series.

Greatest Sisko Episodes. From "Emissary" to "What You Leave Behind," Deep Space 9's commanding officer had many wonderful character moments. In this episode of The Orb hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing pick some of the best that highlight the passion, drive, determination, and caring that all came together to make Benjamin Sisko a unique leader within Star Trek—to say nothing of a friend and father.

Favorite Characters, Favorite Arcs. No Star Trek series came close to the depth of character development that Deep Space Nine brought us over the course of seven seasons. Not only did the writers flesh out the main cast, they also developed more than 30 recurring characters who felt as much a part of the story as Sisko and his crew. In this episode of The Orb, hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing take a closer look at the cast of DS9, examine their favorite characters, and consider who grew the most from “Emissary” to “What You Leave Behind.”

Discussing DS9 episodes 174-176. "The Dogs of War" (574) @ 00:50, "What You Leave Behind" (575 & 576) @ 25:36.

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