Podcast appearances and mentions of will nguyen

Will Nguyen from Deez Nuts HC joins the show to tell us a little about beer league out in Anaheim, Ca. This is some good stuff. Enjoy.

Are you feeling lost in your twenties? Don't worry, 'cuz same — even the most seemingly "put together" people can have no real idea what they're doing. Meet Will: passionate photographer and chem student in one, who chose the PhD track over the "artist grind" in New York City. Is it normal to feel regret? Are there right and wrong choices in life? How do we choose how da HECK to prioritize our limited, sacred, and pivotal time in our twenties?! Join us for a candid reflection on our life decisions, and advice we'd give our younger selves. Spoiler alert: everything will work out fine. This episode features Will Nguyen. You can connect with her on Instagram at @will.ng! --- ⊹ LINKS ⊹ ❤ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megkuang.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Ethan and Devin are joined by Will Nguyen, aka The Star Trek Communist, for a double-header episode tackling Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979), Star Trek (2009), and the franchise more generally. We discuss Star Trek's utopian glimmer, the myth of finding technological solutions to social contradictions, and the sweet fizzy taste of a state-planned economy.follow the pod on twitter at @youretallpod or email us at youretallpod@gmail.com. follow Will on twitter at @BoomerNiner.

Will Nguyen is a member and advocate of Socialist Revolution, the US wing of the International Marxist Tendency (IMT), which aims to educate the world about socialism. With enough recruits, they hope to bring down the current capitalist world order in favor of a humanist, worker-controlled system that will uplift all people around the world. It's bold, but I believe you'll see why this mission is worth your while once you listen to Will. Will is also known online as The Star Trek Communist, and often uses the in-universe politics to explain how to improve our world, which I find deeply relatable as a Trekkie political junkie myself. Follow Will on Twitter Socialist Revolution International Marxist Tendency Support us on Patreon --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/radicalizeme/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/radicalizeme/support

Welcome back to the Great Derelict! This week Andy is Joined by Will Nguyen aka the Star Trek communist to discuss the Maquis and the very nature of the Federation itself,  was Martok sympathetic to the cause? And did Starfleet deliberate sabotage the maquis to prevent it spreading throughout the UFP? If you would like to read more from Will you can find him on Twitter here - https://twitter.com/BoomerNiner And you can read more about Socialist Revolution here - https://socialistrevolution.org/ And you can find more of Andy and his other casts over at Rogue Two Media - http://www.roguetwomedia.com/ - https://twitter.com/GreatDerelict - https://www.facebook.com/groups/GreatDerelict/

Episode Notes Strap into your spaceships, because we're back with a special guest! Today we're chatting with Will Nguyen, better known online as The Star Trek Communist. Will's here to teach us all about marxism, why Trek is actually sorta kinda maybe lib, and everything in between. Plug your ear holes with all of this: What is revolutionary Marxism? Life is more than paying the bills and dying The eternal question: IS Star Trek actually communist? &MORE More about Will: https://twitter.com/BoomerNiner https://socialistrevolution.org/ http://www.marxist.com/ Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gayspacecast https://notsafemedia.com/ https://www.patreon.com/notsafe

TEX-TREK Mission 142: DEEP SPACE NINE’s “Past Tense” with Will Nguyen, the Star Trek CommunistAs Fatheree and Dave continue to work through season 3 of DEEP SPACE NINE we invite friend of the podcast Will Nguyen, the Star Trek Communist, back aboard for a special spotlight on the episodes “Past Tense” parts 1 and 2. It’s a story both set in and sadly topical in the 2020s.
As always, available in both video and audio-only formats.

This week, Nate is joined in studio by friend of the show and repeat guest Milo Edwards (@Milo_Edwards) of the Trashfuture and Masters of Our Domain podcasts, to discuss the recent story about French generals threatening to do a coup against Emmanuel Macron if he isn’t even more Islamophobic. We also discuss a similar phenomenon in Britain, in which the specter of a military coup was wielded to threaten Jeremy Corbyn. Check out Milo’s live stand-up show (to be streamed over Zoom!) on May 30th here: gignify.co/miloedwardspindos For this week’s bonus, Francis speaks with Will Nguyen, also known as the Star Trek Commie (@boomerniner) about Star Trek's communist underpinnings, the way it represents different modes of production, the different conflicts it represents (and the dark side of the Federation), and why it's fun to just talk about it for hours. Get it on Patreon here:  The article about Will is available here: https://www.startrek.com/news/the-star-trek-communist-hopes-star-trek-can-inspire-a-real-revolution *SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT* We now have a storefront to sell the patches, buttons, and magnets that we also give out as flair for our $10 tier. Buy some sweet gear here:  https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/shop We have a YouTube channel now -- subscribe here and get sweet videos from us in which we yell in our cars like true veterans: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwlHZpNTz-h6aTeQiJrEDKw You can follow the show on Twitter here: @HellOfAWay Follow Nate here: @inthesedeserts Follow Francis here: @ArmyStrang

Disology 13: Use the Force, Comrade!: Communism and Star Wars Rachel sits down with guest Will Nguyen to discuss communist and socialst interpretations of the Star Wars universe and the history of the franchise. All Star Wars movies can be viewed on Disney+ Socialism on Wookiepedia Communists in Star Wars on Wookiepedia Discussion of Communism in Star Wars on Reddit Find Will on Twitter @BoomerNiner and Instagram @proletariantrek If you're interested in getting involved or learning more about socialism, check out Marxist.com or SocialistRevolution.org Give us a review and rating if you can and follow us on social media @disologypodcast Music Credit: Zen_Man from Pixabay --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/disology/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/disology/support

This week Fatheree and Dave sit down with Will Nguyen, known online as the Star Trek Communist, to discuss Star Trek’s criticisms of capitalism.As always, available in both video and audio-only formats.Check us out on YouTube:https://youtu.be/ie2TH2EKPUw

A Marxist analysis of “Bar Association,” with Will Nguyen. From lowly dogsbody to Grand Nagus of the Ferengi Alliance, Quark’s brother Rom went on quite a journey during Deep Space Nine’s seven seasons. Perhaps the most pivotal moment for the character came in the episode “Bar Association,” in which Rom outrages Ferengi custom by setting up a union for the bar staff. In this episode of Primitive Culture, host Duncan Barrett is joined by Will Nguyen, better known online as The Trekkie Communist, to take a look at this key episode from a Marxist perspective. How does the utopian Starfleet coexist with Ferengi capitalism? Is the Federation really as classless as it seems? And what changes might it take in the real world for us to approach a Star Trek future? Chapters Intro (00:00:00) A Union Man (00:03:55) Starfleet Soviets (00:18:40) The Rommunist Manifesto (00:37:50) Blood Feudalism (00:50:45) Getting from Here to There (01:08:20) Host Duncan Barrett Guest Will Nguyen Production Tony Black (Editor) Duncan Barrett (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Tony Black (Associate Producer) Clara Cook (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)

A Marxist analysis of “Bar Association,” with Will Nguyen. From lowly dogsbody to Grand Nagus of the Ferengi Alliance, Quark’s brother Rom went on quite a journey during Deep Space Nine’s seven seasons. Perhaps the most pivotal moment for the character came in the episode “Bar Association,” in which Rom outrages Ferengi custom by setting up a union for the bar staff. In this episode of Primitive Culture, host Duncan Barrett is joined by Will Nguyen, better known online as The Trekkie Communist, to take a look at this key episode from a Marxist perspective. How does the utopian Starfleet coexist with Ferengi capitalism? Is the Federation really as classless as it seems? And what changes might it take in the real world for us to approach a Star Trek future? Chapters Intro (00:00:00) A Union Man (00:03:55) Starfleet Soviets (00:18:40) The Rommunist Manifesto (00:37:50) Blood Feudalism (00:50:45) Getting from Here to There (01:08:20) Host Duncan Barrett Guest Will Nguyen Production Tony Black (Editor) Duncan Barrett (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Tony Black (Associate Producer) Clara Cook (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer)

In this episode, Joshua talks to Will Nguyen, aka the Star Trek Communist about what revolution looks like in practical terms, Star Trek, and the power of mass media to spread a message of class consciousness. - - Theme Music is "You Can (Mass Trespass 1932)" by Chumbawamba, used by permission.

Will Nguyen is an Entrepreneur from Toronto, Canada. Will started off by shooting for large scale Toronto parties, and progressed to celebrity events including concerts by the likes of the N.E.R.D, Common, Lupe Fiasco, Rick Ross, Alicia Keys and Kid Kudi. Starting a blog and gaining a large network of clients, Will branched out into promotion and coordinated events for high profile friends such as NBA star Chris Bosh, and even a birthday party for Drake. Will is now a partner in Queen West store Get Fresh Company alongside Remix alumni Jebril “Fresh” Jalloh are also partners/designers in the clothing brand HEIR KID and are both Toronto brand reps for Remy Martin.  A champion for the city, Will's entrepreneurial hat also lends his experience as a current member on the Executive Committee of the  Queen West BIA. Will and his partner Derek Hui have a management company, F22, where they manage Always Never and Aria Ohlsson.  -----  Follow him @photo_will  -----  Follow us at: http://thepalspod.com/ // Insta @thepalspodcast @boutsalis @yourpalrick  -----  The current pandemic has brought about many new challenges for businesses but also presented new opportunities! Now, more than ever, it is important for your business to be digital with kick ass social media pages and a website. Our sponsor and friend @anthony.mila at @highrisemkt specializes in helping you bring your business to life digitally and ensuring you can operate successfully no matter the challenges the world throws at us! Visit his website today at www.highrisemkt.com -----  Music by @loudluxury 

A full night of Star Trek geekery and Communist talking points bumping heads as the Tribbles welcome WILL NGUYEN, The Star Trek Communist to the virtual studio. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/black-tribbles/message

In this episode of Old School Lane Interviews, Patricia interviews Will Nguyen, the founder of the video game tournament site Willvolution discussing about his influences in playing video games, his start in running tournaments, and the origins of Willvolution.

This week, Martha stops short of detailing the DNS protocol, Mark describes a completely different Star Trek VR thing which he made for the Minnesota Orchestra Hall, and Stephen explains how to lose like a real champ.Plus, like the classic 1985 film Clue, this episode has multiple endings!Discuss this episode on Reddit using this thread in r/gamedev!Stephen's headphone audio testing suiteWhite Land -  F-Zero Arranged, YouTubeThe Sea - Magic Pengel, YouTubeDo It  - Tuxedo, YouTubeStephen updated the feedback form! Let us have it! Your Game's Website 0:08:13 Martha MegarryMarketingStand Still, Stay Silent, a webcomicCity of Hunger development blogMidwest Game Developers Facebook grouppresskitDomain Name System - WikipediaThe Difference Between Shared Hosting, VPS, and Dedicated Hosting - 99robotsHTML5 Up (free, simple site templates)EverendOoblets Game Exhibits and Installations 0:36:31 Mark LaCroixPhysical GamesMark's “Holodeck” VR installation at Minnesota Orchestra Hall Installation, Gameplay, Photo, Animation, Props, People, More people!An Ode to the Okudagram - Will Nguyen, TreknewsVR Snowball ShootersA Maze BerlinVR Pigeons at A Maze Berlin 2017 - spunior, YouTubePeter Molydeux, a parody Twitter account - TwitterThe world of weird video games at Alt.Ctrl.GDC - Jessica Conditt, EngadgetHands-on with Line Wobbler: a 16 foot tall, one-dimensional dungeon crawler - Nick Robinson, Polygon Losing 1:06:40 Stephen McGregorIRLDota 2 Tournament Holds Rage-Quit Competition For Fans - Eric Van Allen, KotakuBayonetta Pro Upsets Smash's Best To Win Evo Championship - Eric Van Allen, KotakuVVVVVV No Death Mode - microdicePeercast, YouTubeSuper Mario Odyssey Won't Have Game Over Screens - Hope Corrigan, IGN

This week, Martha stops short of detailing the DNS protocol, Mark describes a completely different Star Trek VR thing which he made for the Minnesota Orchestra Hall, and Stephen explains how to lose like a real champ. Plus, like the classic 1985 film Clue, this episode has multiple endings! Discuss this episode on Reddit using this thread in r/gamedev! Stephen's headphone audio testing suite "White Land" - F-Zero Arranged "The Sea" - Magic Pengel “Do It” - Tuxedo Stephen updated the feedback form! Let us have it! Your Game’s Website 0:08:13 Martha Megarry Category Marketing Stand Still, Stay Silent, a webcomic City of Hunger development blog Midwest Game Developers Facebook group presskit() Domain Name System, - Wikipedia “The Difference Between Shared Hosting, VPS, and Dedicated Hosting” - 99robots HTML5 Up (free, simple site templates) Everend Ooblets Game Exhibits and Installations 0:36:31 Mark LaCroix Category Physical Games Mark’s “Holodeck” VR installation at Minnesota Orchestra Hall Installation, Gameplay, Photo, Animation, Props, People, More people! “An Ode to the Okudagram” - - Will Nguyen , Treknews “VR Snowball Shooters” A Maze Berlin “VR Pidgeons at A Maze Berlin 2017” - spunior , YouTube Peter Molydeux, a parody Twitter account - Twitter “The world of weird video games at Alt.Ctrl.GDC” - Jessica Conditt , Engadget “Hands-on with Line Wobbler: a 16 foot tall, one-dimensional dungeon crawler” - Nick Robinson , Polygon Losing 1:06:40 Stephen McGregor Category IRL “Dota 2 Tournament Holds Rage-Quit Competition For Fans” - Eric Van Allen , Kotaku “Bayonetta Pro Upsets Smash's Best To Win Evo Championship” - Eric Van Allen , Kotaku “VVVVVV No Death Mode” - microdicePeercast , YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sG54P89-qcU - Hope Corrigan , IGN

Although our crew couldn't be at Mission NY last month, our roving reporter Will Nguyen gathered past WAW guests Angélique Roché, Anika Dane, and Amy Imhoff on the convention floor to talk Star Trek and fandom in general and Mission NY in particular.   HOSTS Sue   GUESTSWill Nguyen (@BoomerNiner | TrekNews.net) Angélique Roché (@AngeliqueRoche | Black Girl Nerds) Anika Dane (@manicpixiedane | ManicPixieDust.com) Amy Imhoff (@lightstar1013 | Shoes & Starships)   SHOW EDITOR Sue   Send us your feedback! Email:  crew@womenatwarp.com Twitter: @womenatwarp Facebook: http://facebook.com/womenatwarp

Although our crew couldn’t be at Mission NY last month, our roving reporter Will Nguyen gathered past WAW guests Angélique Roché, Anika Dane, and Amy Imhoff on the convention floor to talk Star Trek and fandom in general and Mission NY in particular.   HOSTS Sue   GUESTSWill Nguyen (@BoomerNiner | TrekNews.net) Angélique Roché (@AngeliqueRoche | Black Girl Nerds) Anika Dane (@manicpixiedane | ManicPixieDust.com) Amy Imhoff (@lightstar1013 | Shoes & Starships)   SHOW EDITOR Sue   Send us your feedback! Email:  crew@womenatwarp.com Twitter: @womenatwarp Facebook: http://facebook.com/womenatwarp

Enterprise Season One: The Early Missions. Just how do you create a prequel to a universe as fleshed out as Star Trek? The challenge that faced the writers and producer's of Enterprise was not an easy one. The first season tried to lay the groundwork for Starfleet's very first outing into deep space and to place the Star Trek future must closer to us, to something that we could actually relate to. What worked? What didn't work? Was it the "prequel" that fans were expecting? In this episode of Warp Five, hosts Norman Lao and Will Nguyen are joined by Floyd Dorsey, Mike Morrison, and Jeffrey Harlan for an in-depth look at the very beginning of Enterprise, focusing on the first six episodes of Season One. ChaptersThe First Six Episodes (00:04:08)Hoshi: A Point-of-View Character (00:11:05)Strange New World: Solidifying Optimism (00:14:16)Unexpected: A Bit Inappropriate? (00:16:20)Terra Nova: Should've Been a Two-Parter? (00:18:42)Working Out the Design Puzzle (00:23:14)Does It Work As a Prequel? (00:26:41)Early Standout Characters (00:33:47)Early Characters That Needed Time (00:41:46)Final Thoughts on the First Six (00:51:03)Passing the Baton (01:01:56) HostsNorman C. Lao and Will Nguyen GuestsFloyd Dorsey, Mike Morrison, and Jeffrey Harlan ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer), Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Editor and Executive Producer), Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer), Floyd Dorsey (Associate Producer), Mike Morrison (Associate Producer), Richard Marquez (Production Manager), Will Nguyen (Content Manager)

Raising a Glass to Celebrate 2015 is Logical! Welcome to the very last show for 2015! This year has been an amazing journey for all of Team Conference Room and we wanted to dedicate this final show of the year to all of you: Our listeners, our fans and our Patrons. We will be looking back at some of our favorite episodes and highlights from the show, revisiting Hoshi Station to read some listener comments, discussing what we would like to see during Star Trek’s 50th anniversary and what we would like to cover in future episodes in 2016. Thank you all for your feedback in The Babel Conference! Thank you to my co-host Will Nguyen, and guest host Jeffrey Harlan, for being such a fantastic crew. Thanks to my Associate Producers, Mike Morrison and Floyd Dorsey, for keeping Warp Five at mission readiness through their support on Patreon.com/trekfm. Thank you to Matthew Rushing for his editing work and Richard Marquez for show publication. And last but certainly not least - I cannot thank Christopher Jones enough for trusting me with the Captain’s Chair for Warp Five this year and I hope that we have succeeded in our mission for Trek.fm. HostsNorman C. Lao and Will Nguyen GuestsFloyd Dorsey ProductionC Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Editor and Executive Producer), Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer), Floyd Dorsey (Associate Producer), Mike Morrison (Associate Producer), Richard Marquez (Production Manager), Will Nguyen (Content Manager) ChaptersWelcome Boomers and Fans to Warp Five (00:01:22)Our Fans Are Worth Five Stars! (00:05:15)The Year in Review (00:08:53)Highlights from the Conference Room (00:11:30)BEYOND 2016 to 2017 (00:30:56)Hoshi’s Final Frequencies for 2015 (00:43:47)The Enterprise SuperCast Contest (00:56:34)Our Final Thoughts and Thank You (01:01:23)See You in 2016! (01:18:23) Send us your feedback!Twitter: @trekfmFacebook: http://facebook.com/trekfmVoicemail: http://www.speakpipe.com/trekfmContact Form: http://www.trek.fm/contactVisit 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 our shows coming to you every week. We have great perks for you at http://patreon.com/trekfm

In the Hands of the Prophets. At the end of its first season, Deep Space Nine really began to take on the form that would define the series. The writers wanted to follow up the powerful “Duet” with something even better, even more layered. To do this, they brought together the Federation's scientific approach to the world and the Bajorans' religious one. The clash of philosophies tells us a lot about our own world as well as Gene Roddenberry's vision for Star Trek. And it introduced us to one of Star Trek's great villains. In this episode of The Ready Room, we're joined by Will Nguyen, Mike Morrison, and Ken Tripp to discuss DS9's first-season finale, “In the Hands of the Prophets,” the introduction of Winn and Bareil, handling religion on Star Trek, Keiko the grumpy, Sisko the mediator, and much more. In our news segment, we discuss the comments of Paramount's Motion Picture Group president Marc Evan about a possible grittier future for Star Trek, and Dayton Ward's upcoming travel guide that will get you ready for your visit to Vulcan. News Star Trek: Thirty Dark Zero or SEAL Team Six? (00:03:37) Hidden Universe Travel Guide to Vulcan (00:12:26) Feature: In the Hands of the Prophets Synopsis and Initial Thoughts (00:23:31) Setting the Tone (00:33:45) Representing Roddenberry's Vision (00:48:04) Handling a Sensitive Subject (00:53:47) The Thesis of Secularism (01:00:23) Winn and Kira: Religion vs. Spirituality (01:09:20) Introducing Fletcher's Winn and Anglim's Bareil (01:17:55) Final Thoughts (01:25:41) Listener Feedback (01:36:01) Hosts C Bryan Jones and Will Nguyen Guests Mike Morrison and Ken Tripp Production C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Zachary Fruhling (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)

Anthony Montgomery Talks Travis and Star Trek. Travis Mayweather may not have been the first human born in space, but for us he will always be the space "boomer" nearest and dearest to our hearts! Chosen to be the first-watch helmsman of the NX-01, Travis was the most naturally-gifted ensign and logged more deep-space interstellar star hours than any pilot in Starfleet. From his early days on the ECS Horizon, running cargo with his family, to his years of distinguished service aboard the Enterprise, Travis was the personification of enthusiasm and optimism in a future where no "boomer" had gone before. In this episode of Warp Five, Will Nguyen is joined by none other than the brilliant, multi-talented Anthony Montgomery, the man who brought Travis Mayweather to life. In this very special interview, Anthony gives us a rare tour of his career, shares with us his memories of how he first started acting, why he auditioned for Enterprise, and his fondest memories of the show. Anthony also updates us on what's happening with his graphic novel series Miles Away, shares a few updates on other things that he's currently working on, and talks about his upcoming appearance at the 2050 Daytona Beach con in Florida. If you’d like to find out more about 2050 Daytona Beach, set for Halloween weekend (Oct 30 - Nov 1), visit http://2050.events. ChaptersThe Beginning of Anthony’s Acting Career (00:01:23) From the Theater to the Enterprise (00:05:30) Anthony’s Favorite Travis Performance That Was Cut (00:09:53) Fondest Memories of Star Trek Enterprise (00:16:40) Miles Away and Other Current Projects (00:19:17) 2050 Daytona Beach Convention Details (00:33:08) Closing and Thank You for Listening (00:35:26) HostWill Nguyen Special Guest StarAnthony Montgomery ProductionC Bryan Jones (Editor and Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Floyd Dorsey (Associate Producer) Mike Morrison (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)

E2. During Enterprise's third season, the crew's mission to find the Xindi superweapon took an unexpected turn when they encountered … themselves. Well, not exactly themselves, but their offspring. In a time travel story that had nothing to do with the Temporal Cold War, Archer stumbled upon a helping hand in the form of Trip and T'Pol's son. And along the way, the crew caught a glimpse of what their personal lives would—or could—become. In this episode of The Ready Room, we're joined by Norm Lao, Will Nguyen, and Mike Morrison to discuss how the story fits into the overall Xindi arc, the balance between temporal mechanics and character building, and, of course, what happens when you get two T'Pol's together in one room. In our news segment, we discuss some 50th anniversary Ships of the Line art prints, the Autobiography of James T. Kirk, the Star Trek Beyond Dubai set, and we debate the results of the StarTrek.com "Best Couple" poll. News Art prints and books (00:06:13) Poll: The Best Star Trek Couple is… ? (00:18:46) Star Trek Beyond Dubai (00:34:33) Feature: E2 Synopsis and Initial Thoughts (00:47:54) A Time Travel Story (01:00:18) A Generational Ship (01:16:45) Playing Vulcan, Playing Human (01:21:41) Trip and T'Pol (01:28:49) The T'Pol Tea Scene (01:36:13) Final Thoughts (01:49:26) Hosts C Bryan Jones and Norman C. Lao Guests Will Nguyen and Mike Morrison Production C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Zachary Fruhling (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)

The Orb Supplemental: The Orb of Mail Feedback Show. In each episode of The Orb we delve into the minutiae of Deep Space Nine, which generates a lot of feedback from you, our loyal listeners. When the messages start piling up, it's time to gaze into the Orb of Mail. In this special show we share our thoughts on your thoughts and questions about past episodes. Join us as we discuss fan ratings of DS9 episodes on IMDb, find out how one listener gained a new appreciation for The Circle Trilogy, imagine cherry-picking episodes from our back catalog, and watch Dr. Bashir become an instant superman.   Hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer C Bryan Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producers Ruth Ward, Will Nguyen, and Ken Trip   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   Chapters TOS Baby Loves DS9 (00:04:01) IMDb Fan Deep Space Nine Ratings (00:08:47) New Appreciation for the Circle Trilogy (00:24:02) Cherry Picking Orbs (00:30:48) The Suddenly Amazing Dr. Bashir (00:34:53)   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

The Visitor. One of Deep Space Nine's most loved episodes is an enigma in and of itself. Focusing on just one main character, played by someone other than the normal actor, “The Visitor” highlights the power of DS9's concept to tell character-driven stories that transcend the usual Star Trek formula. This tale of Jake Sisko's life after losing his father in a freak accident tugs at the heartstrings for so many viewers—and the intensity of this effect depends on your own life experiences. In this episode of The Ready Room, we're joined by Will Nguyen, Phillip Gilfus, and Jeremy Reed to discuss the unusual concept, the performances of Tony Todd and Rachel Robinson, the father-son relationship between Benjamin and Jake Sisko, how Star Trek uses the future time frame, and much more. In our news segment, we discuss the VFX fixes found only in the Netflix version of TNG, and share our thoughts on the diverse and Star Wars-like aliens found in the Abramsverse.   Hosts C Bryan Jones and Nguyen   Guests Phillip Gilfus and Jeremy Reed   Editor and Producer C Bryan Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producers Renee Roberts and Zachary Fruhling   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   News TNG Visual Fixes for Netflix (00:06:57) The Aliens of the Abramsverse: Good or Bad? (00:17:03)   Feature: The Visitor Synopsis and Initial Thoughts (00:26:34) The Concept (00:38:40) Tony Todd as Jake Sisko (00:46:49) Mental Health in the Future (00:54:22) Remember (01:02:26) Jake's Path (01:08:11) Father and Son (01:12:49) Rachel Robinson (01:17:24) The Future Time Frame (01:22:46) Star Trek's Best? (01:32:24) Final Thoughts (01:39:28)   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

The Circle Trilogy, Part 2 of 3: The Circle. Enterprise gets much praise for its unique three-episode storytelling style that defined the fourth season. But a decade earlier, DS9 took the format for a trial run with what has come to be known as “The Circle Trilogy.” Comprising “The Homecoming,” “The Circle,” and “The Siege,” the three-part story remained unique within Star Trek until the NX-01 entered the Borderland. In this episode of The Orb, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue their miniseries that takes you through the arc. We discuss the Bajoran preparations for a coup, Sisko's distaste with governmental staffing decisions, and how Vedek Bareil whips out the spiritual pickup lines at just the right moment. We also debate the Federation decision to walk away rather than help the Bajorans, and we check in on Admiral Chakotay.   Hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer C Bryan Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producers Ruth Ward, Will Nguyen, and Ken Tripp   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   Chapters Jumping Into the Middle (00:05:29) Odo and Kira (00:11:42) Family and Trust (00:15:09) Exploring Useless: Vedek Bareil (00:22:33) Checking in on Li Nalas (00:34:09) To Intervene or Not to Intervene (00:43:17) Bajoran Politics (00:50:18)   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

The Dominion Invasion, Part 5 of 7: Behind the Lines. Deep Space Nine is often seen as that series about the war. But, in fact, the Dominion War didn't really begin until the end of the fifth season. Squadrons of insect-like Dominion ships pouring out of the wormhole was the harbinger of the greatness and danger to come, and to a unique approach to Star Trek storytelling. The sixth season of DS9 was to begin not only with an unprecedented six-episode arc, but also with the scattering of our heroes and the loss of the space station whose very name is in the title of the show. In this episode of The Orb, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue their series that takes you through the Season Six opener. This time around we go behind the lines to explore the changing nature of character relationships in the face of conflict. Sisko gets a desk job, Quark has a change of heart, Odo commits a sin of omission, and Kira gets angrier than ever as we inch closer to the end of the Dominion Invasion/Station Occupation arc.   Hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer C Bryan Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producers Ruth Ward, Will Nguyen, and Ken Tripp   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   Chapters Sisko Gets a Desk Job (00:04:28) Quark's Change of Heart (00:15:47) Drinking with Damar (00:26:13) Odo's Loyalties in Question (00:29:57) The Link: An Ocean and a Drop (00:38:43) Kira Is Majorly Angry (00:46:07) Jadzia and Final Thoughts (00:52:00)   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

These Are the Voyages. Star Trek fans generally decry the series finale of Enterprise as being an extended episode of The Next Generation - so Darren, Daniel, and Phillip discuss it from their TNG perspective, with the help of special guest Will Nguyen, co-host of "Warp 5." "These Are the Voyages..." is an episode featuring many things - action, adventure, the finale to the prequel series, the continuing story of TNG's episode "Pegasus," a 24th Century perspective on the 22nd Century, and a so-called "valentine" to the Star Trek franchise itself. Viewers get to revisit the NCC-1701-Dfor the first time in years, from CGI external shots to rebuilt sets that almost look like the real thing. This episode also features a ten year fast forward from the penultimate ENT episode "Terra Prime," featuring uniform changes and ... no apparent promotions. Earl Grey discusses how well (or ill) the episode closed the series, what it meant to have the Next Gen predominately featured, and whether this episode deserves all the criticism it receives in the Trek community. So put on your nametag, switch to objective mode on the Holdeck, and join Earl Grey as they discuss the Enterprise series finale "These Are the Voyages..."HostsDaniel Proulx, Phillip Gilfus, & Darren MoserGuestsWill NguyenEditor / ProducerDarren MoserExecutive ProducersNorman C. Lao, Matthew Rushing, & C Bryan Jones Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen ChaptersEpisode Recap (00:04:36)Normal Intro (00:07:40) The Books (00:16:47)The A Plot - Shran (00:20:13)The B Plot - The Pegasus (00:32:21) The Ending (00:51:53)Final Thoughts (01:09:38) 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 our shows coming to you every week. We have great perks for you at http://patreon.com/trekfm

Along with the Andorians, the Tellarites are one of the most memorable races from Star Trek that got almost no love after The Original Series went off the air. Even the TOS films merely gave them blink-of-an-eye-cameo attention (in The Voyage Home and The Undiscovered Country). But never fear! As with their fellow, antennae-donning Federation-founders, Enterprise came to the rescue. Sort of. The first Tellarite the 22nd-century gave us didn’t look—nor act—much like those we met in “Journey to Babel.” In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Larry Nemecek, Norm Lao, and Will Nguyen, to discuss our hoofed friends and the episode “Bounty.” We explore the first draft of the script, in which the bounty hunter was not Tellarite, and also delve into what it takes to make a new Star Trek series that meets fan expectations for in-universe connections, yet feels fresh at the same time. In our news segment, we catch up with Larry post-San Diego Comic-Con to talk about the state of Star Trek fandom at conventions, preview plans for Star Trek Las Vegas, and find out what secrets Larry has stashed away in a portal labeled 47. Originally published as The Ready Room 183: Breaking Out with a 

Bounty. Along with the Andorians, the Tellarites are one of the most memorable races from Star Trek that got almost no love after The Original Series went off the air. Even the TOS films merely gave them blink-of-an-eye-cameo attention (in The Voyage Home and The Undiscovered Country). But never fear! As with their fellow, antennae-donning Federation-founders, Enterprise came to the rescue. Sort of. The first Tellarite the 22nd-century gave us didn't look—nor act—much like those we met in “Journey to Babel.” In this episode of The Ready Room, we're joined by Larry Nemecek, Norm Lao, and Will Nguyen, to discuss our hoofed friends and the episode “Bounty.” We explore the first draft of the script, in which the bounty hunter was not Tellarite, and also delve into what it takes to make a new Star Trek series that meets fan expectations for in-universe connections, yet feels fresh at the same time. In our news segment, we catch up with Larry post-San Diego Comic-Con to talk about the state of Star Trek fandom at conventions, preview plans for Star Trek Las Vegas, and find out what secrets Larry has stashed away in a portal labeled 47.   Hosts C Bryan Jones and Larry Nemecek   Guests Norman C. Lao and Will Nguyen   Editor and Producer C Bryan Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producers Renee Roberts and Zachary Fruhling   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   News Larry's San Diego Comic-Con Recap (00:01:55) Star Trek Las Vegas + Geek Nation Tours Update (00:10:10) Introducing Portal 47 (00:17:43)   Feature: Bounty Intro and Synopsis (00:32:36) Tellarite Spotting (00:35:42) Becoming Tellarite (00:52:14) The D Plot (01:02:25) Making a Better Show? (01:10:56) Missing TOS Links (01:28:17) Final Thoughts (01:33:12)   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

The Circle Trilogy, Part 1 of 3: The Homecoming. Enterprise gets much praise for its unique three-episode storytelling style that defined the fourth season. But a decade earlier, DS9 took the format for a trial run with what has come to be known as “The Circle Trilogy.” Comprising “The Homecoming,” “The Circle,” and “The Siege,” the three-part story remained unique within Star Trek until the NX-01 entered the Borderland. In this episode of The Orb, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing begin a new miniseries that will take you through the arc, beginning with the return of Bajoran legend Li Nalas. We discuss how the show established a new feel for the series, how tragedy can fuel xenophobia, the evolving relationships between our main characters, whether a legend is more important than the truth, and much more.   Hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer C Bryan Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producers Ruth Ward, Will Nguyen, and Ken Tripp   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   Chapters New Season, New Tone (00:06:46) Ben and Jake's First Date (00:12:26) Post-tragedy Xenophobia and Fractured Unity (00:14:27) Violent Tendencies (00:20:16) Evolving Relationships (00:25:09) The Reluctance of Li Nalas (00:33:55) Truth vs. Legend (00:40:35) Final Thoughts (00:46:40)   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

Eye of the Needle. When Voyager first started making its way home from the Delta Quadrant, the crew were full of hope that they would find a way home that was as quick as the one that stranded them. In “Eye of the Needle,” such a thing almost happened, and the helping hand came from a familiar foe: the Romulans. In this episode of The Ready Room, we're joined by Charlynn Schmiedt, Will Nguyen, and Zachary Fruhling to discuss this story from when Voyager was still fresh, the Doctor's identity dilemma, the crew's family connections, and the science behind it all. In our news segment we take a first look at Hallmark's 2016 Star Trek ornaments lineup, William Shatner and the Autobiography of Captain James T. Kirk, and discuss Idris Elba's role as lead villain in the first Peggverse film.   Hosts C Bryan Jones and Charlynn Schmiedt   Guests Will Nguyen and Zachary Fruhling   Editor and Producer C Bryan Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producers Renee Roberts and Zachary Fruhling   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   News First look at Hallmark's 2016 ornaments (00:05:42) Shatner reads Captain Kirk's autobiography (00:18:06) Idris Elba and Star Trek Beyond's lead villain (00:22:59)   Feature: Eye of the Needle Initial Thoughts (00:33:14) The Science of It All (00:43:48) Delta Debbie Downer (00:58:14) The Doctor's Identity Crisis (01:04:38) All in the Family (01:14:58) Too Soon to the Well? (01:20:16) Final Thoughts (01:28:25)   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

DS9 Season One Overview. When you look back at the whole of Deep Space Nine, the first season feels a bit out-of-place. The tone of the episodes in this freshman outing don't quite mesh with the persona DS9 took on in later seasons. Yet there are plenty of seeds being planted in these early adventures, and there are even a few moments of sheer brilliance. In this episode of The Orb, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing take a trip through every episode from DS9 Season One to see which shine, which don't, and what elements connect with the overall series arc—either hinting at the greatness to come or falling under the label of Niner Essentials.   Hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer C Bryan Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producers Ruth Ward, Will Nguyen, and Ken Tripp   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   Chapters Emissary (00:04:15) Past Prologue(00:06:49) A Man Alone(00:13:50) Babel(00:19:13) Captive Pursuit(00:20:33) Q-Less (00:27:24) Dax(00:27:54) The Passenger(00:30:46) Move Along Home(00:32:21) The Nagus(00:33:08) Vortex (00:36:27) Battle Lines (00:38:47) The Storyteller(00:41:41) Progress (00:43:25) If Wishes Were Horses (00:46:33) The Forsaken (00:47:24) Dramatis Personae (00:49:30) Duet (00:50:39) In the Hands of the Prophets (00:54:06) Closing (00:59:37)   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

His Way. When you can start a show with a lengthy cold-open featuring a tuxedo-clad James Darren crooning a jazz standard—and do it on a Cardassian-built space station in the 24th century—you know you've got something special. And that's just what the Deep Space Nine writers did near the end of the show's sixth season with “His Way.” It was the culmination of a game a romantic cat-and-mouse between Odo and Kira, but also solidified a creative freedom that would ensure that DS9's final season would not be hindered by a studio that would make the show square. In this episode of The Ready Room we're joined by Will Nguyen, Sue Kaye, and Jeffrey Harlan to discuss how a light bulb with pretty sweet pipes gave DS9 a special twist, what he meant to the Station's crew, holographic rights, the Odo-Kira relationship, and more. In our news segment we debate the results of StarTrek.com's DS9 Captains poll, discuss the first Trek.fm Patrons Roundtable, and remember James Horner, who brought us so many great film scores.   Hosts C Bryan Jones and Will Nguyen   Guests Sue Kaye and Jeffrey Harlan   Editor and Producer C Bryan Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producer Renee Roberts and Zachary Fruhling   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   News Remembering James Horner (00:04:29) The first Trek.fm Patrons Roundtable (00:09:01) Poll: The DS9 Character who would make the best captain is… (00:14:39)   Feature: His Way Intro and Synopsis (00:23:15) Initial Thoughts (00:27:18) DS9 Gets Jazzy: Introducing Vic (00:30:54) AI and Sentience: An Ethical Quandary (00:39:11) Three Couples Walk Into a Bar… (00:50:18) Don't Be a Square: Prepping Odo for Romance (00:57:31) A Loving Outcome (01:13:37) Pairing Off On the Station (01:23:54) Final Thoughts (01:29:50) Closing (01:37:02)   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

The Dominion Invasion, Part 4 of 7: Sons and Daughters. Deep Space Nine is often seen as that series about the war. But, in fact, the Dominion War didn't really begin until the end of the fifth season. Squadrons of insect-like Dominion ships pouring out of the wormhole was the harbinger of the greatness and danger to come, and to a unique approach to Star Trek storytelling. The sixth season of DS9 was to begin not only with an unprecedented six-episode arc, but also with the scattering of our heroes and the loss of the space station whose very name is in the title of the show. In this episode of The Orb, hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing continue their series that takes you through the Season Six opener. This time around we delve into family with the episode that focuses on… well… sons and daughters. We discuss the tension between Worf and Alexander, how Worf struggles to be a father to a son who feels abandoned, and how Martok steps in to mentor them both. We also discuss Dukat's decision to bring Ziyal back to the Station, the difficulties she faces, and how her separate relationships with both Dukat and Kira almost bring the two enemies together.   Hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer C Bryan Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producers Ruth Ward, Will Nguyen, and Ken Trip   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   Chapters Our First Attempt to Start the Discussion (00:04:36) Father and Son: Worf and Alexander (00:07:38) Fatherly Influence: Martok and Worf (00:16:05) Father and Daughter: Dukat and Ziyal (00:29:24) Like Divorced Parents: Dukat and Kira (00:34:42) Closing (00:43:54)   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

The Orb Supplemental: The Orb of Mail Feedback Show.   In each episode of The Orb we delve into the minutiae of Deep Space Nine, which generates a lot of feedback from you, our loyal listeners. When the messages start piling up, it's time to gaze into the Orb of Mail. In this special show we share our thoughts on your thoughts and questions about past episodes. Join us as we further explore the relationship between Dukat and his daughter Ziyal, debate at what point the show becomes “DS9 proper,” and discuss whether or not you should skip episodes when doing a rewatch—and which Season One episodes might be safely discarded.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producers Ruth Ward, Will Nguyen, and Ken Trip   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   Chapters Ziyal and Dukat (00:05:21) DS9 Season One (00:15:39) Closing (00:48:48)   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

Jurassic Park. Once in a while a film comes along that captures the imaginations of everyone, from children to adults and Jurassic Park was one of these. Steve Spielberg's ode to dinosaurs awed us and in the process changed the way films were made forever. In this episode of The 602 Club host Matthew Rushing is joined by Andi VanderKolk and Will Nguyen to talk about the original Jurassic Park. We share our JPS (Jurassic Park stories), what we love so much about the film, scientific discovery vs. nature, changing film making, the music of Williams, nitpicks and if it still holds up.     Host Matthew Rushing   Guests Andi VanderKolk Will Nguyen   Editor and Producer Matthew Rushing Richard Marquez   Executive Producers Norman C. Lao and C Bryan Jones   Associate Producers Ken Tripp   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   Chapters JPS (00:02:28) What We Love So Much (00:12:19) Scientific Discovery vs. Nature  (00:20:12) The Nature Aspect (00:42:04) Changing Film Making Again (00:45:52) The Music of Williams (00:54:27) Nitpicks (00:59:57) Does it Hold Up? (01:04:29) Closing (01:08:28)   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 our shows coming to you every week. We have great perks for you at http://patreon.com/trekfm

Déjà Q. After three appearances as a thorn in Picard's side, Q has been kicked out of the omnipotence club. With only a split second to decide his own fate, Q chose to be made human and sent to the ship of his only friend in the universe: Jean Luc Picard. But was this really a good idea? In this episode of The Ready Room, we're joined by Will Nguyen, Andi VanderKolk, and Daniel Handlin to discuss the third-season TNG episode “Déjà Q.” We take a look at the cruel and unusual punishment meted out by Q's fellow superfriends, how he handles terrifying experiences like getting hungry and falling asleep, and what he learns about being human from Data. We also reach into the Magic Bag of B-Plot Crises and pull out the “falling moon” card… just like the writers! In our news segment, we share our thoughts on Simon Pegg's comments that Paramount found Orci's original Star Trek 3 script “too Trek-y,” what the Chinese starship building really looks like to us, and the potential of the upcoming game Star Trek Timelines. Plus, stick around for the closing segment where we discuss listener feedback about a new Star Trek series and CBS All Access.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Will Nguyen   Guests Andi VanderKolk and Daniel Handlin   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producer Renee Roberts   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   News China's Star Trek Starship Building (00:02:24) Simon Pegg Says Paramount Doesn't Want “Too Trek-y” (00:04:40) Star Trek Timelines Nearing Launch (00:19:15)   Feature: Déjà Q Intro and Synopsis (00:30:14) First Impressions (00:34:23) Banished from the Continuum (00:42:46) Cruel and Unusual Punishment: Q as a Human (00:51:54) The Magic Bag of Crisis Plots (01:05:56) Data Teaches Humanity 101 (01:19:05) A More Serious Tone? (01:28:14) Final Thoughts (01:31:48) Closing: Star Trek and CBS All Access (01:35:44)   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

Supergirl/Legends of Tomorrow Trailers. We are gathered again in The 602 Club where host Matthew Rushing is joined by Norman Lao and Will Nguyen to discuss the Supergirl and Legends of Tomorrow trailers. We start off with Supergirl and talk about our first impressions, the look and feel, the cast, Superman's role, the different universes of DC Comics, Legends of Tomorrow, the possibilities of the show and the importance of geek positivity.    Host Matthew Rushing   Guests Norman Lao Will Nguyen   Editor and Producer Matthew Rushing Richard Marquez   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao Ken Tripp   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator Will Nguyen   Chapters First Impressions (00:03:10) Look and Feel (00:09:56) The Cast and Characters (00:30:54) Superman's Role (00:42:31) Different Universes (00:45:43) Legends of Tomorrow (00:52:50) There are Always Possibilities (01:00:51) This is Why We Can't Have Nice Things (01:06:26) Closing (01:14:18)   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 our shows coming to you every week. We have great perks for you at http://patreon.com/tr

Profit and Lace Commentary. The sixth season of Deep Space Nine brought us some of Star Trek's best episodes. In fact, it delivered what is considered by many to be the best hour of DS9—and one of the best in the entire franchise—with “In the Pale Moonlight.” But it also gave us what is widely considered to be DS9's worst: “Profit and Lace.”  In this episode of The Orb, hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing step out of their usual world of serious discussion and into the Bosom Buddies reality, where Quark is a woman and Doctor Bashir performs gender-altering operations in the name of Ferengi politics. Was there merit to the original idea? What happened on the road from paper to screen that made this episode go so wrong? And which world leader does Grand Nagus Brunt remind us of? Grab your Slug-o-Cola and get set to gaze into another side of The Orb.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producers Ruth Ward, Will Nguyen, and Ken Trip   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   Chapters Commentary (00:07:37) Final Thoughts (00:55:09) Closing (01:01:01)   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

Judgment. After a number of run-ins with the Klingons during Enterprise's first two seasons, Captain Archer finally found himself in a place familiar to Star Trek fans: a Klingon courtroom. “Judgment” takes us back to the ice caves of Rura Penthe, but it also does more than simply repeat the events of The Undiscovered Country. It also attempts to add some depth to Klingon society. In this episode of The Ready Room, we're joined by Norm Lao, Will Nguyen, and Phillip Gilfus to discuss Archer's trial, why the Klingons have it out for him, whether the use of Star Trek VI tie-ins was a clever connection or a creative crutch, and why the Klingons should be glad Mystery, Inc. didn't make a cameo. In our news segment we share our thoughts on Sofia Boutella's signing to a lead role in the next Star Trek film, and we discuss the StarTrek.com poll that asked which alien race you would most want to make first contact with.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Norman C. Lao   Guests Phillip Gilfus and Will Nguyen   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producer Renee Roberts   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator Will Nguyen   News Sofia Boutella signs on for lead role in Star Trek 3 (00:02:02) Poll: The alien you want to make first contact with is… (00:14:06)   Feature: Judgment Intro and Synopsis (00:28:32) Kolos and the Rise of the Warrior Class (00:36:02) Meeting Duras Again… for the First Time (00:50:57) Communicating the Details (00:56:47) Rura Penthe: Creative Crutch? (01:02:26) A Clever Lampshade (01:16:14) Archer on Trial (01:20:24) Final Thoughts (01:28:11) Closing (01:35:51)   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

The Dominion Invasion, Part 3 of 7: Rocks and Shoals. Deep Space Nine is often seen as that series about the war. But, in fact, the Dominion War didn't really begin until the end of the fifth season. Squadrons of insect-like Dominion ships pouring out of the wormhole was the harbinger of the greatness and danger to come, and to a unique approach to Star Trek storytelling. The sixth season of DS9 was to begin not only with an unprecedented six-episode arc, but also with the scattering of our heroes and the loss of the space station whose very name is in the title of the show. In this episode of The Orb hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing continue their series that takes you through the Season Six opener. This time around we wander out into the sunlight for “Rocks and Shoals” as we discuss the real sense of danger facing our heroes, how loyalties are tested, why we must question the order of things, Kira's awakening, and more.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Executive Producers Matthew Rushing and Norman C. Lao   Associate Producers Ruth Ward, Will Nguyen, and Ken Trip   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   Chapters A Sense of Danger (00:04:43) Facing Reality (00:016:09) Loyalties Tested (00:31:01) Kira's Awakening (00:43:20) Questioning the Order of Things (00:50:20) Closing (00:56:32)   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

Ziyal. As the overseer of the Occupation, it isn't surprising the Dukat would have conceived a child with a Bajoran woman. But that this child would become a driving force in the stories of so many characters is. Through just nine appearances on DS9, Tora Ziyal changed the course of life for not only her father but also Kira, Garak, and others. In this episode of The Orb hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing take a close look at Ziyal, her introduction in “Indiscretion,” the repercussions her existence had on Dukat's life back home, her sister-like relationship with Kira, romantic feelings for Garak, and more. Plus, we debate the role her death played in Dukat's actions from “Sacrifice of Angels” forward.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao, Ruth Ward, Lisa Stevens, Will Nguyen, and Kenneth Trip   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator Will Nguyen   Chapters Meeting Ziyal (00:02:32) Dukat's Little Secret (00:05:55) Influencing Kira and Others (00:19:19) Relationship with Garak (00:26:35) Bridging Cultures (00:32:45) The Breaking Point (00:37:30) Final Thoughts (00:49:41) Closing (00:49:46)   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

Looking for par'Mach In All the Wrong Places. Sometimes love is staring you right in the face, and other times you have to search for it. Both were the case when Grilka, Quark's ex-wife, came aboard the Station. Smitten with the unattainable and “glorious” Klingon Lady, Worf decided to win her heart by proxy when he concocted a plan to help Quark reconnect with his lost love. To pull it off, Worf employed the help of the woman whose heart he could have, if only he'd wake up and smell the raktajino.    In this episode of The Ready Room we're joined by Matthew Rushing and Will Nguyen to discuss Deep Space Nine's foray into romantic comedy, “Looking for par'Mach In All the Wrong Places.” We explore its basis in Edmond Rostand's Cyrano de Bergerac, the comedic timing of Michael Dorn, Terry Farrell, and Armin Shimerman, why Worf is riddled with contradictions, and, of course, the blossoming romantic tendencies of the other O'Briens. In our news segment we discuss the Certificate of Commendation Star Trek Fan Club and Communicator founder Dan Madsen received from Colorado State Representative Paul Rosenthal, and Paramount's upcoming release of The Wrath of Khan as a steelbook.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Guest Will Nguyen   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producer Renee Roberts   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator Will Nguyen   News Trek Legislative Caucus Honors Dan Madsen (00:04:19) Paramount to Release Wrath of Khan Steelbook (00:12:01)   Feature: Looking for par'Mach In All the Wrong Places Intro and Synopsis (00:19:13) First Thoughts (00:22:10) Playing Comedy (00:26:21) Cyrano de Bergerac In Reverse (00:28:12) Riddled with Contradictions (00:38:43) The Kelp of Discontent (00:47:27) The Other O'Briens (00:57:41) Final Thoughts (01:09:00) Closing (01:17:04)   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

Leonard Nimoy's Influence on DS9. The passing of Leonard Nimoy marks a shift in Star Trek universe. Perhaps no character from the franchise is better known that Spock. And while this endearing Vulcan never graced the corridors of Terok Nor, his influence—and that of the man who played him—is never far away. In this episode of The Orb hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing take a moment to remember Nimoy, how his interpretation of Spock informed the writing and performances of characters in orbit of Bajor all those years later, and even imagine some scenarios in which Leonard could have made a cameo on Deep Space Nine in a way that would have felt completely natural.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao, Ruth Ward, Lisa Stevens, Will Nguyen, and Kenneth Trip   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator Will Nguyen   Chapters Spock Influences (00:04:52) Playing with Vulcans (00:09:28) Disseminating Spock and TOS (00:13:28) Odo and Spock Connections (00:23:23) Spock on DS9 (00:28:36) Nimoy's Impact on Star Trek (00:34:58) Closing (00:36:47)   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

The SHRAN...the MYTH...the GARAK of Enterprise!   Shran of the Andorian Imperial Guard is undoubtedly one of the most beloved characters in ENTERPRISE. Meticulously and brilliantly portrayed by Star Trek "everywhere man", the living legend Jeffrey Combs - Shran exploded onto ENTERPRISE in Season One's The Andorian Incident. In only 10 episodes and a handful of off screen references (such as the Enterprise novels) Shran was force of nature that elevated ENTERPRISE with his every appearance. He forged a bond with Archer so strong that it became the catalyst for the future of the Federation.   Previously on Warp Five: Episode 25, Christopher Jones and Tyler Johnson discuss the Andorians at length and it's a great show if you are unfamiliar with Andorians history and culture. But Shran was so volatile and so explosive...we felt that he deserved his very own focus. In this episode of Warp Five, Will Nguyen and I delve deeply into his character, especially his motivations and illustrate how pivotal Shran's role was to the NX-01 mission. If one thing is for certain, Shran isn't always what he appears to be. However, he truly and deeply believes that he is first and foremost...a Patriot.   Host Norman C. Lao   Guests Will Nguyen   Editor Matthew Rushing   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao and Floyd Dorsey   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator   Will Nguyen   Chapters Intro and welcome...to the Conference Room (00:01:20)   Jeffrey Combs does it again! (00:04:20)   You Only Get One Shran to Make a First Impression (00:09:58)   Shran Uneasy Alliance (00:23:38)   Andorian Patriotism (00:32:54)   An Unexpected Ally (00:48:30)   Shran's Untapped Potential (01:02:38)   Closing (01:15:32)     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 our shows coming to you every week. We have great perks for you at http://patreon.com/trekfm

The Dominion Invasion, Part 2 of 7: A Time to Stand. Deep Space Nine is often seen as that series about the war. But, in fact, the Dominion War didn't really begin until the end of the fifth season. Squadrons of insect-like Dominion ships pouring out of the wormhole was the harbinger of the greatness and danger to come, and to a unique approach to Star Trek storytelling. The sixth season of DS9 was to begin not only with an unprecedented six-episode arc, but also with the scattering of our heroes and the loss of the space station whose very name is in the title of the show. In this episode of The Orb hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing continue their series that takes you through the Season Six opener. This time around we tackle the actual season premier, “A Time to Stand,” the uneasy alliance aboard the station, Sisko's unexpected career turn as a master strategist, the ever-adaptable nature of Odo, the new path for a grown-up Jake, and the incredible display of arrogance delivered by one Skrain Dukat, Esq.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao, Ruth Ward, Lisa Stevens, Will Nguyen, and Kenneth Trip   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator Will Nguyen   Chapters A Feeling of Weariness (00:02:50) The Minefield Takes Center Stage (00:08:09) Dukat on Display (00:12:25) Uneasy Allies (00:15:54) Odo Adapts… Again (00:22:54) Why Do We Fight? (00:29:56) Sisko's Unexpected Career Turn (00:33:43) Garak and a Jem'Hadar Come to Dinner… (00:41:49) Jake Becomes His Own Man (00:48:16) Closing (00:42:12)   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

The Orb Supplemental: The Orb of Mail Feedback Show.   In each episode of The Orb we delve into the minutiae of Deep Space Nine, which generates a lot of feedback from you, our loyal listeners. When the messages start piling up, it's time to gaze into the Orb of Mail. In this special show we share our thoughts on your thoughts and questions about past episodes. Join us as we set Jake, Kasidy, and Ezri off on a post-finale adventure, ponder the fate of the Female Changeling, and explore possible medical uses for Founder biology—and the ethical quandaries it would bring with it. We also debate whether the Borg would have made a good addition to DS9, learn why Spock would have said all roads lead to Dukat, and much more.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer  Christopher Jones   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao, Ruth Ward, Lisa Stevens, Will Nguyen, and Rene Roberts   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator Will Nguyen   Chapters Charlotte's Web (00:02:59) Jake, Kasidy, and Ezri's Big Adventure (00:08:28) The Fate of the Female Changeling (00:13:21) Dominion-Grown Body Parts and Section 31 (00:16:18) Julian and Ezri Tie the Knot (00:19:51) The Borg on DS9? (00:22:02) World War II Parallels (00:29:00) All Roads Lead to Dukat (00:33:12) Moving Final Scenes (00:37:24) Starship Down (00:41:15) Closing and Feedback (00:45:02)   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

Crewman Elizabeth Cutler. Our Eternal Valentine.   On Warp Five Episode 57: The Class of 2151, Christopher Jones and I discussed the pros and cons of having such a young and inexperienced crew at the helm of the very first Warp 5 deep space mission. But we deliberated these observations from officers at the command level - like Travis and Hoshi. However, Crewman Elizabeth Cutler was also a part of that same graduating class and in stark contrast to Hoshi, Crewman Cutler seemed far more comfortable in her responsibilities to the mission at launch.   Crewman Cutler boldly went forward into that vast unknown of deep space with fearlessness and optimism. That infectious positivity was thanks to the energy and spirit of the talented and lovely actress who breathed life into Crewman Cutler - Kellie Waymire. Sadly, as soon as we started to get to know her Kellie died from an undiagnosed cardiac arrhythmia at age 36. But she left behind an indelible mark, not only on Star Trek, but on the hearts of the fans as well. Norman C. Lao and his guests Will Nguyen, Tommy Kraft and Matthew Rushing dedicate this show to her.   Host Norman C. Lao   Guests Will Nguyen, Tommy Kraft and Matthew Rushing   Editor Matthew Rushing   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao and Floyd Dorsey   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator   Will Nguyen   Chapters Introduction (00:01:18)   Who was Kellie Waymire (00:05:17)   A Strange New World Indeed (00:11:45)   The Doctor's New Companion (00:22:41)   Promise and Potential (00:31:48)   Final Thoughts and Our Dedication (00:48:52)   Closing (00:57:31)     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 our shows coming to you every week. We have great perks for you at http://patreon.com/trekfm

Horizon. Fans often cite Travis Mayweather as the most underdeveloped character on Enterprise, but the episode “Horizon” sets out to change that perception with a story focusing exclusively on the Ensign, his family, and his past. It's a good look into the character, though surprisingly comes near the end of Season Two.  In this episode of The Ready Room we're joined by Tommy Kraft and Will Nguyen to discuss Travis's trip back home, the cargo culture, and the puzzling discrepancy between the background developed for the character and what the writers actually did with over the course of the series. We also reveal in the excitement that is Movie Night aboard the NX-01 and T'Pol's newfound love of Frankenstein. In our news segment we discuss the latest on Tommy's film Star Trek: Horizon and debate the results of the StarTrek.com poll in which fans picked the alien race with the best starships.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Tommy Kraft   Guest Will Nguyen   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producer Renee Roberts   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator Will Nguyen   News Star Trek: Horizon Production Update (00:02:25) Poll: The alien race with the best starships is… (00:11:59)   Feature: Horizon Intro and Synopsis (00:22:12) A Misplaced Story? (00:26:28) Fleshing Out Travis (00:30:39) Cargo Culture (00:35:01) It's a Family Matter (00:41:42) The Isolation of Distance (00:48:58) Movie Night! (00:55:57) Travis Saves the Day! (01:06:43) Final Thoughts (01:13:24) Closing (01:22:36)   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

Deep Space Nine Season Eight. The finale of DS9 ended with the crew becoming scattered, Sisko in the Celestial Temple, and a feeling of complete and utter change. But what if the plan had been for eight seasons? What if the writers had 26 more episodes to continue the story they had begun? In this episode of The Orb hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing imagine what would have happened with Sisko, Odo, Jake, the O'Briens, the station, the Federation and more.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer  Christopher Jones   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao, Ruth Ward, Lisa Stevens, Will Nguyen, and Kenneth Trip   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator Will Nguyen   Chapters Bringing Sisko Back (00:05:37) Building a New Station (00:14:30) Odo, Quark, and the Dominion (00:17:31) New Security Chief, New Number One (00:23:45) Federation-Klingon-Cardassian Relations (00:26:20) Ezri and Jake (00:33:48) The O'Briens (00:37:07) Red Squad Love Triangle (00:39:45) Other Threads (00:42:43) Closing (00:47:19)   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

The Dominion Invasion, Part 1 of 7: Call to Arms. Deep Space Nine is often seen as that series about the war. But, in fact, the Dominion War didn't really begin until the end of the fifth season. Squadrons of insect-like Dominion ships pouring out of the wormhole was the harbinger of the greatness and danger to come, and to a unique approach to Star Trek storytelling. The sixth season of DS9 was to begin not only with an unprecedented six-episode arc, but also with the scattering of our heroes and the loss of the space station whose very name is in the title of the show. In this episode of The Orb hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing kick off a new series of episodes that will take you through the Season Six opener. We begin with the finale of Season Five, "Call to Arms," an episode that is not a cliffhanger in the traditional Star Trek sense but certainly leaves fans on the edge of their seats.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao, Ruth Ward, Lisa Stevens, Will Nguyen, and Kenneth Trip   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator Will Nguyen   Chapters Turning Points (00:06:07) Mining the Wormhole (00:16:31) Sisko and Symbolism (00:29:37) WAR! (00:35:24) Closing (00:42:12)   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

Travis Mayweather.   From the best and brightest that Starfleet had to offer, Travis Mayweather was chosen to be the first watch helmsman of the NX-01 because he was the most naturally gifted ensign trained for the position and logged in more deep space interstellar star hours than any pilot in StarFleet - from his earlier days as a "boomer"; a child born and raised in space on the ECS Horizon freight hauler, running cargo with his family until he joined Starfleet. He also was the first pilot to have been as far into deep space versus any other pilot candidate at that time.   In this episode of Warp Five, Norman C. Lao and Will Nguyen discuss the merits and quality of the very first helmsman of the Enterprise legacy: Travis Mayweather. Was Travis the most naturally gifted pilot candidate from the graduating class of 2151? What did Archer see in him that was "special" and "unique," moreso than any other helmsman candidate in the NX-01 program? Please join us in the Decon Chamber for a fascinating study of Starfleet's very first Warp 5 pilot.   Host Norman C. Lao   Guest Will Nguyen   Editor John Mills   Associate Producer Norman C. Lao   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator   Will Nguyen   Chapters Introduction and Greetings from your New Host (00:01:06)   Did Travis have the Right Stuff? (00:02:25)   A Boomer of All Trades (00:06:39)   Setting the Bar for Future Pilots (00:13:05)   Archer as Mentor (00:19:20)   Breathing life into Travis (00:22:46)   Untapped Potential (00:31:30)   Final Thoughts (00:40:11)   Hoshi Station (00:48:00)   Closing (00:56:04)     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 our shows coming to you every week. We have great perks for you at http://patreon.com/trekfm   Sponsor Audible is the premiere source for audiobooks with more than 150,000 titles to choose from, and new titles coming every week. From classics to current bestsellers, and even some of the most famous Star Trek books like Prime Directive, Federation, and Spock’s World, Audible has something for everyone.     As a Trek.fm listener you can get a free audiobook of your choice along with a 30-day trial to see just how great Audible is. So give it a try today, catch up on all those classic Star Trek books you’ve yet to read or that latest novel from you favorite author and support the network and our programming at the same time!

Little Green Men Commentary. One of the most fascinating incidents in American history is the alleged crash of a flying saucer near Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947. The supposed cover-up of the event, examination of aliens, and storage of the actual craft has become a thing of legend. What if it came with the added twist of a Star Trek connection?   In this episode of The Orb, hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing bring you a commentary for the fourth-season episode “Little Green Men” as we discuss just such a twist. In one of the more clever tie-ins to real-world history, Deep Space Nine revealed that the aliens recovered from the Roswell crash were actually Ferengi. We pull out the baseball, root beer, darts and atom bombs for a fun romp through Hangar 18.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao, Ruth Ward, Lisa Stevens, and Will Nguyen   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Coordinator Will Nguyen   Chapters Commentary (00:04:25) Closing (00:52:03)   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

The Force Awakens Teaser. Fans around the world were beside themselves when they learned that George Lucas had sold Lucasfilm to Disney, who immediately announced that they were going to be continuing the Star Wars saga on the big screen.  Now the first look at the new Star Wars movie, The Force Awakens is here and with it the speculation wars have begun. In this supplemental episode of The 602 Club host Matthew Rushing is joined by John Mills, Will Nguyen and Daniel Proulx to dissect 88 seconds of Star Wars. Together they discuss the things they like, things they don't, speculate on the story and how they feel about the film now.  Host Matthew Rushing Guests John Mills, Will Nguyen and Daniel Proulx Editor and Producer Matthew Rushing   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao Stream below or subscribe to listen at: http://www.trek.fm/the-602-club/s1 http://www.itunes.com/trekfm    

Fans around the world were beside themselves when they learned that George Lucas had sold Lucasfilm to Disney, who immediately announced that they were going to be continuing the Star Wars saga on the big screen.  Now the first look at the new Star Wars movie, The Force Awakens is here and with it the speculation wars have begun. In this episode Matthew Rushing is joined by John Mills, Will Nguyen, and Daniel Proulx to dissect 88 seconds of Star Wars. Together they discuss the things they like, things they don't, speculate on the story and how they feel about the film now. Originally published as The 602 Club Supplemental 1: Is It Up?

The Final Chapter, Part 10 of 9: What We Left Behind. Wrapping up a series as complex as Deep Space Nine cannot be done with a traditional finale—or a single podcast. In the ninth part of our nine-part series, Chris and Matthew had way too much to say—and thus we bring you an additional 86 minutes of discussion as we look back on DS9. In the first part of our “What You Leave Behind” Orb we discussed 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, and the showdown between good and evil in the Fire Caves. In this episode of The Orb, we focus on the individual character arcs and relationships, how they were wrapped up by the writers, delve into the end of Sisko's journey, look back at the road to the Final Chapter and how it was set up, and we explore the legacy of Deep Space Nine and how it changed the Star Trek franchise.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao, Ruth Ward, Lisa Stevens, and Will Nguyen   Chapters The Road to the Final Chapter (00:09:17) Finally Together: Ezri and Julian (00:22:18) Bosom Buddies: Miles and Julian (00:26:05) The Inevitable Goodbye: Odo and Kira (00:31:39) The Great Sorrow: Sisko and Kasidy (00:38:34) That Man Loves Me: Quark and Odo (00:47:21) Love On the Rocks: Winn and Dukat (00:49:11) Missing Dad: Jake (00:53:59) Becoming a God: The End of Sisko's Journey (00:56:36) The Legacy of Deep Space Nine (01:05:50) Closing and Feedback (01:14:08)   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

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

The Orb Supplemental: The Orb of Mail Feedback Show. In each episode of The Orb we delve into the minutiae of Deep Space Nine, which generates a lot of feedback from you, our loyal listeners. When the messages start piling up, it's time to gaze into the Orb of Mail. In this special show we share our thoughts on your thoughts and questions about past episodes. Join us as we expand upon the possible connection between Section 31 and Red Squad, the new Starfleet-designed Deep Space 9 station, Sisko mentoring Worf, the tag-team funnies of Worf and Dax, more thoughts on Keiko, Miles, and Kira, what an eighth season of DS9 night have looked like on television, and much more.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao, Ruth Ward, Lisa Stevens, and Will Nguyen   Chapters Could Red Squad be a training ground for Section 31? (3:03) What do you think about the new Deep Space 9? (7:05) Might Keiko have felt guilty about not carrying the baby? (12:11) Did Sisko see Worf as a command protege? (20:36) Were Worf and Jadzia the ultimate funny couple? (24:30) Could Jadzia Dax have been named Ambassador to Qo'noS? (27:27) Which DS9 episodes have stuck with you over time? (31:10) What would a DS9 Season Eight have looked like on TV? (38:52) What if Section 31 knew about “In the Pale Moonlight”? (42:42) Closing (45:28)   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

Odo on Terok Nor. Long before he was chief of security for Captain Sisko, Odo served in the same position under Gul Dukat during the Cardassian Occupation of Bajor. It was a time when Odo was just beginning his life amongst solids, and as a result his sense of right and wrong were not well developed. He changed a lot in the years that followed, and that change was shared and contrasted with the audience thanks to unusual circumstances that led to Odo reliving key events from seven years prior in “Things Past.” In this episode of The Orb, hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing discuss the Odo-specific elements of this story as they delve into Odo's Cardassian background, the line between order and justice, his role in the executions of the Bajorans Ishan, Jillur, and Timor, and how his take on those events changed over time.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao, Ruth Ward, Lisa Stevens, and Will Nguyen   Chapters Odo's Cardassian Background (3:17) The Line Between Order and Justice (10:06) Looking Back at Things Past (18:40) Ishan, Jillur, and Timor (24:45) Final Thoughts (30:28) Closing (33:47)   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

The Other O'Briens: Miles and Kira. When an actress becomes pregnant during the run of a television show, the writers often have trouble figuring out how to deal with it. You can try to hide it with camera work and props, as they did with Roxann Dawson, or you can send the character on a trip somewhere. There are many options, but finding one that truly fits with the show can be difficult. Luckily, science fiction opens up some unique doors, so when Nana Visitor became pregnant during DS9 the writers found away to write the pregnancy into the series by tying it to an existing storyline involving the O'Briens. In this episode of The Orb, hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing take a look at the effect this unique storyline has on the three characters involved—Kira, Miles, and Keiko, the flirtation often cited by fans, the difficult situation Kira and Miles find themselves in, and why Keiko seems determined to be an unwitting matchmaker.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao, Ruth Ward, Lisa Stevens, and Will Nguyen   Chapters Dealing with Nana's Pregnancy (3:10) Keiko the Matchmaker? (11:28) Final Thoughts (23:45) Closing and Feedback (26:28)   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

Worf with Earl Grey. Over the course of seven seasons, Worf became a fan favorite on The Next Generation. With Michael Dorn now free from the week-to-week requirements of life aboard the Enterprise-D, he was available to lend a hand on that old Cardassian space station—which those in power felt was just want the young spinoff needed. The idea was praised by some, rejected by many. While it may have initially been viewed as a gimmick, hindsight shows us that not only was the decision to bring Worf to DS9 a good one, the station turned out to be just the environment the character needed to thrive. In this episode of The Orb, hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing are joined by the crew from our TNG show Earl Grey—Phillip Gilfus, Darren Moser, and Daniel Proulx—for the second half of our two-part crossover look at Worf. The TNG gang give us their perspective on seeing one of their own make DS9 home, how Worf meshed with the station's crew, his relationship with Jadzia and Ezri, where he ended up at the end of his two-series arc, and more.   Hosts Christopher Jones and Matthew Rushing   Guests Phillip Gilfus, Darren Moser, and Daniel Proulx   Editor and Producer Christopher Jones   Associate Producers Norman C. Lao, Ruth Ward, Lisa Stevens, and Will Nguyen   Chapters Countdown to Worf (4:44) Worf's Arrival on Deep Space Nine (10:59) Meshing with the DS9 Crew (21:59) Being Allowed to Fail (30:52) Worf and Jadzia… and Ezri (35:25) Where Worf Ended Up (48:26) Closing (1:00:18)   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