In this supplemental episode of Mission Log: Prodigy, Char and Marina welcome writer Jennifer Muro to the show. Muro has worked with several well-known franchises, such as DC, Marvel, and Star Wars, but as a lifelong Star Trek fan, working on Star Trek has been one of her favorite experiences in her career. Char and Marina learn details about working on Prodigy’s second season, the contributions Jen’s most proud of, and tidbits about scenes cut from the four episodes she wrote for the show.
đ About Prodigy: Star Trek: Prodigy follows a group of young aliens who stumble upon an abandoned Starfleet ship, igniting an adventure to seek a better future. Packed with thrilling adventures, moral lessons, and the iconic Star Trek values, this series captivates audiences with its compelling storytelling and dynamic characters.
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Our hosts break down the Messages, Morals, and Meanings woven into this episode.
Explore how the events of this episode fit into the bigger picture of the seasonâs storyline.
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Uncover connections to previous Star Trek lore and explore how this episode ties into the larger Star Trek universe.
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Welcome to Gene-ology, a podcast by Roddenberry Entertainment that dives deep into the early TV writing works of Gene Roddenberry.
Gene Roddenberry’s second Shannon script was entirely his own, and both its main guest star and its concepts are clear signs of things to come in both the 21st and 23rd centuries. We hitch a ride with “The Pickup” for a glimpse into Gene’s future you won’t want to miss. Hosted by Earl Green & Ashley Thomas
About Gene-ology
Gene-ology explores Gene Roddenberry’s early television scripts, including his lesser-known works before Star Trek using the Mission Log format popularized by Roddenberry Podcasts. We analyze the themes, writing style, and cultural impact of his scripts, and we even unearth stories from the Roddenberry archives that were never produced. Join us as we trace the roots of Gene’s creative genius.
In This Episode
A breakdown of key moments and themes in “The Pickup.”
Exploring Gene Roddenberryâs evolving style and storytelling.
How this episode ties into the broader TV landscape of the time and reflects the early seeds of Roddenberry’s visionary work.
Guest stars and unique production elements that bring this episode to life.
Special Segment: Dramatic Recreation
Since this episode was never produced (or the original video can’t be found), weâve brought it to life with a dramatic recreation! Special guests James Herrera and Quinn Elmer perform a key section of the script as Joe Shannon and Carlyle. Listen in as they bring the story to life in this exclusive performance.
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From unlikely beginnings – a character created to introduce music videos to UK audiences – sprang a trailblazing, underappreciated #cyberpunk chapter in American genre TV. Sci-Fi 5 reloads Max Headroom into your memory.
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As we bring this Mission Log: The Orville journey to a close, weâre excited to welcome back AndrĂ© Bormanisâauthor of The Guide to The Orville, science consultant for Star Trek, and a key creative force behind The Orville since its inception. AndrĂ© shares insights from working on all three seasons, reflects on the evolution of the show, and discusses his approach to blending science with storytelling.
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She’s the voice of the computer on Star Trek Prodigy but when Bonnie Gordon isn’t acting or singing she’s hanging with some ghosts. That’s right chanteuse Bonnie Gordon loves ghosts! She tells host Clare Kramer and guest co-host Jake Marin all about how she first got into spirits, her most memorable paranormal encounters, and even how her an her mom have been written about in ghost hunting books. Only on Fanaddicts!
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Before The Wrath of Khan became the fan-favorite sequel we know today, Star Trek II went through multiple story pitches, including one from original series contributor Samuel A. Peeples. In the summer of 1981, Peeples outlined a new character: Commander SsAVIK, a half-Vulcan, half-Romulan officer with a sharp intellect and complex heritage.
This week on The Trek Files, Ben Robinson joins Larry to discuss Peeplesâ early concept for SsAVIK, how it evolved into the Saavik we met on screen, and the wider creative tug-of-war between Gene Roddenberry, Harve Bennett, and Nick Meyer as the sequel took shape.
Stay tuned for Part 2 next week, featuring two more unused characters from Peeplesâ draft!
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In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, Imperfection, Sevenâs journey toward humanity takes a painful turn when a failing cortical node threatens to end her life. While Janeway and the crew search for a cure, the true remedy may lie not in medicine, but in an unexpected show of loyalty. A story of sacrifice, survival, and the value of every connection, this week, Imperfection goes into the Mission Log.
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Welcome to Mission Log, a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log examines a single episode of Star Trek, diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural significance. From the showâs most iconic moments to its hidden gems, we analyze what makes Star Trek one of the greatest science fiction sagas of all time. In every episode of Mission Log weâŠ
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The 44th edition of popular science fiction convention Shore Leave is coming up, and there are some changes afoot. Michael Schilling joined me to talk about them, plus the conventionâs history and the celebrity guests you can expect to see if you attend. Iâm T. Rick Jones and this is your Daily Star Trek News.
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