All Access: ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ 107 “First Con-tact” Review
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[Prodigy review starts at 13:39] Tony and Laurie report that production on season 3 of Star Trek: Picard is back up and running after a brief Covid break, then talk about the upcoming Picard audio drama starring Michelle Hurd and Jeri Ryan. They talk about Discovery‘s nomination for a Make-up Guild Award (and a bit of Trek’s Emmy history) and a recent interview with Shazad Latif where he was asked about the status of the Section 31 show. They wrap up the news with a plug for the TrekTalks livestream event to benefit the Hollywood Food Coalition happening this weekend. After that, they review the latest episode of Star Trek: Prodigy, “First Con-tact,” with some help from Tony’s nine-year-old nephew David. (Ani was unavailable this week.) They close out the podcast with a Star Trek-themed sports team, and a Star Trek-themed hotel.
All Access: ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ 106 Review Of “Kobayashi” And Interview With Writer Aaron J. Waltke
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[Discovery talk starts at 07:48 / Prodigy review starts at 10:47] Tony and Laurie start with the news that Star Trek: Picard season 3 shut down this week when 50 people on the production team tested positive for Covid. They talk about how that might affect the production schedule for season 2 of Strange New Worlds, then discuss more Picard tidbits from Jonathan Frakes’ latest round of interviews. After a quick recap of Star Trek: Discovery‘s trailer for the second half of season 4, they review the brand-new Star Trek: Prodigy episode “Kobayashi,” which they both unabashedly loved. Ani and David (Tony’s niece and nephew) give their Prodigy review, and Tony plays clips from his interview with the show’s writer/producer Aaron J. Waltke. They wrap up the podcast with a little audio from the Cameo that Blu del Barrio bought from Anthony Rapp as a Christmas present—for themself!—and a Deep Space Nine Q&A Twitter thread from Robert Hewitt Wolfe.
All Access: ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ 407 Review Of “...But To Connect”
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[Discovery talk and review starts at 07:14] Tony and Laurie round up all the Jonathan Frakes interviews that came out last week and talk about his upcoming gigs directing Strange New Worlds and Picard and appearing on Lower Decks and his special attachment to Discovery. They remind viewers that Discovery is going on hiatus, but fear not: Prodigy starts up again next week. After a quick preview of the upcoming The Book of Grudge and a look at Commander Eva (yes, Eva) Nilsson’s Discovery log entry about Zora, they review episode 407, “…But to Connect.” They wrap up their last podcast episode of 2021 with good wishes for the new year, and a fun photo of Jonathan Frakes as Captain Marvel at a White House party in 1980. Happy New Year, listeners!
All Access: ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ 406 Review Of “Stormy Weather”
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[Discovery review starts at 26:19] Tony and Laurie start off with the news that Star Trek: Discovery will be taking a surprise mid-season hiatus, then round up the latest tidbits about Star Trek: Picard. They discuss the upcoming (and imminent) departure of five classic Star Trek series (TOS to Enterprise) from Amazon Prime and Hulu and will soon be found only on Paramount+, go over a new interview with Mike McMahan about Lower Decks, and talk about new sets, uniforms, cast members, and guest stars on The Orville: New Horizons, which arrives on Hulu in March. Then it’s time to talk Discovery! (20:06) They chat about the new comic series that’ll kick off with Grudge’s backstory and remind American fans that TrekMovie still has a special Christmas giveaway of the Discovery 3 seasons collection. After a quick discussion of (and great appreciation for) Wil Wheaton’s interview with Jonathan Frakes on The Ready Room, they jump into their review of episode 406, “Stormy Weather.” They wrap up with a look at a Star Trek-themed optometrist’s office, the 21st- century version of Retinax V, and a fascinating interview with everyone’s favorite Benzite, John Putch.
All Access: ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ 405 Review Of "The Examples"
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[Discovery review starts at 21:43] Tony and Laurie are both interested in the PC/console game Star Trek: Resurgence coming out this spring, so they talk about that as well as the latest images from the Star Trek: The Motion Picture – Director’s Edition 4K, which also arrives next year. They talk about William Shatner being officially designated as an astronaut and the documentary about his trip to space, which premiered just this week. Then they take a dive into the business side of Paramount +: Heather Kadin’s departure, Aaron Baiers’ promotion, the launch of new live channels—especially the Star Trek one, of course—and the news that Star Trek: Discovery is their most-watched original series. Spoiler alert: The next few topics of discussion (starting at 10:15) come from a panel this week at NYC’s 92nd Street Y, where Alex Kurtzman hinted at the show’s long-term plans and Olatunde Osunsanmi dropped some unexpected intel on what’s behind the season’s “big bad.” The podcasters also discuss Michelle Paradise’s reassurance that Tilly will be returning, and dispel a few rumors. After that, they review the newest episode of Discovery, “The Examples,” which they both enjoyed. They wrap up the podcast with a look at more of Leonard Nimoy’s legacy (which involves a trip to space), and a new Michelle Yeoh movie.
[Discovery review starts at 20:59] Tony and Laurie discuss an interview with Alex Kurtzman that leads them to speculate on possible Star Trek Universe crossovers, plus the news that the Section 31 show is still likely to happen, which leads to an update on of ViacomCBS’ plans for ownership and distribution of the TV franchise. They talk about William Shatner’s upcoming documentary on his trip to space, Nichelle Nichols’ farewell party and NASA award, and when we can expect to see Tig Notaro’s Jet Reno back on Discovery. After that, they review Star Trek: Discovery‘s “All is Possible” which Tony liked more than Laurie did. They wrap up the podcast with two YouTube videos, one about pronouncing “Omicron” the Star Trek way and the other putting a Christmas twist on Star Trek: Voyager.
[Prodigy episode 105 talk starts at 9:53 / Discovery review starts at 23:13] Tony and Laurie talk about LeVar Burton’s new interview in Rolling Stone, where he talks about the chances of him appearing on Star Trek: Picard as well as his disappointment with Geordi’s storylines on TNG. They share the news that Prodigy‘s first episode will air on Nickelodeon, then check in with Tony’s niece and nephew, Ani and David, to see what they thought of Prodigy episode 105, “Terror Firma.” After that, they discuss a behind-the-scenes look at Gersha Phillips’ costumes from last week’s episode of The Ready Room, then dive into their review of Discovery’s newest episode, “Choose to Live.” They wrap up the podcast with a look at a Clone Wars-style promo for DS9’s “Move Along Home” and a peek inside the Star Trek Borg Cube Advent Calendar.
All Access: 'Star Trek: Picard' News And Review Of ‘Discovery’ 402
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[Discovery review starts at 25:08] Tony and Laurie start with the good news that Star Trek: Discovery season 4 will be debuting in multiple international markets this week, despite last week’s removal of the series from Netflix overseas. Then they celebrate the confirmation that Whoopi Goldberg will definitely be on Picard season 2 as Guinan, thanks to a Cameo video made by Michelle Hurd (Raffi). They talk about Mike and Denise Okuda being honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award, what to expect from the upcoming 4K Director’s Edition of Star Trek: The Motion Picture, and what’s happening with a newly funded Star Trek theme park. They wrap things up with a look at interviews both new and old about Star Trek: First Contact on its 25th anniversary, and a custom-made Starbucks cup with a classic Janeway coffee quote.
All Access: Reviews Of ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ 401 And ‘Prodigy’ 105
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[Discovery review starts at 06:31; Prodigy review starts at 53:51] For the first time, Tony and Laurie have TWO new episodes of Star Trek to review in this week’s podcast. They start with the sad news that Star Trek: Discovery has been pulled from Netflix overseas, and the new season won’t be available there until next year. Then they’re joined by Matt from the Shuttle Pod podcast to review Discovery‘s season 4 premiere, “Kobayashi Maru.” After a farewell to Matt and a reminder that Prodigy goes on hiatus after this week until January 6, Tony and Laurie review the show’s newest episode, “Terror Firma.” Links: ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Leaving Netflix For Paramount+ Internationally, Season 4 To Launch Globally in 2022 ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Stars Share International Fans’ Frustration Over Last-Minute Netflix Exit ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ Officially Confirmed For Second Season, Beyond The First 20 Episodes
All Access: 'Star Trek: Discovery' S4 Preview/Interviews And 'Prodigy' 104 Review
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Tony and Laurie cover this week’s news, starting with the rescheduling of the next Star Trek movie, updated Strange New Worlds timing, and the good news that Star Trek vets Mike and Denise Okuda and Doug Drexler have been working on Star Trek: Picard. Then it’s a dive into Discovery with excerpts from New York Comic Con interviews with the Disco cast and co-showrunner Michelle Paradise. Before starting their Prodigy review, they discuss the news that there are 40 episodes coming instead of 20… and an unexpected hiatus. Then they review “Dreamcatcher,” and of course, Tony’s niece and nephew Ani and David weigh in. The podcast wraps up with a look at PSA billboards in LA featuring Leonard Nimoy’s Spock, and Scott Bakula’s tribute to the late great Dean Stockwell.
All Access: Star Trek Movies Update And Prodigy 103 Review
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Tony and Laurie start with a look at the future of Star Trek theatrical movies now that the new chief of Paramount, Brian Robbins, is talking about “multiple” Star Trek films. They celebrate all 13 Trek movies finally landing on Paramount+ (and lament the lack of a ‘Star Trek’ tab), then give a quick production update on Strange New Worlds season 2. They discuss the new docuseries The Center Seat and Tony’s interview with director-producer Brian Volk-Weiss, then give some updates on Prodigy, focusing on new information from the producers and writers. They review episode 103 of Star Trek: Prodigy, “Starstruck,” and also hear from Tony’s niece (age 12) and nephew (age 9) to get their take on it. They wrap up with a look at a Twitter account that combines TNG and Friends, and a TV special about Voyager from 1995.
All Access: ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ Series Premiere Review
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Tony and Laurie, as always, start with the news: Discovery and Picard picked up three Saturn awards, the new Center Seat documentary premieres in November, and you can expect (at some point) to see Lower Decks books and comics. They talk about the SyFy Sistas takeover of the Shuttle Pod podcast and Tony tells Laurie about his evening at the Star Trek: Prodigy premiere event in Los Angeles. And at last, they review the Prodigy premiere, talking about the characters, the story, the animation, the music, and the Star Trekness of it all—and Tony’s niece and nephew Ani (age 12) and David (age 9) chime in as Star Trek newbies (and the target audience for the show). They wrap up with a look at politicians in an age-old debate (Star Trek vs. Star Wars) and an upcoming Prodigy event Laurie’s hosting on Zoom.
All Access: ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ Producers/Cast Interviews, and 'Lower Decks' Season 3 Details
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With Star Trek: Lower Decks season 2 wrapped up, Tony and Laurie round up interviews with creator Mike McMahan about what to expect in season 3. They ponder the possibilities of which Soong Brent Spiner will be playing on Picard season 2, what surprises Anson Mount and the Strange New Worlds team have in store, and clues about what’s happening in season 4 from the Discovery trailer. Then they play excerpts from the Star Trek: Prodigy interviews at New York Comic Con, hearing from the Hageman brothers, and cast members Kate Mulgrew, Ella Purnell, Brett Gray, and Rylee Alazraqui. They wrap up with a look at an AI addressing moral quandaries from Star Trek and a relaxing (?) loop of ambient Borg sounds.
All Access: ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Season 2 Finale Review And NYCC Panels Recap
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Tony and Laurie start off with the biggest news of the week: William Shatner is now the oldest person to go into space. They are both moved by what a profound experience it was for him. They also cover the latest on the possible IATSE strike, recap the New York Comic Con panels and video from Star Trek: Prodigy and Star Trek: Discovery, give a production update on Strange New Worlds, and review Brent Spiner’s new book (and audiobook featuring the TNG cast), Fan Fiction. Then they dive into their review of the Lower Decks season 2 finale, “First First Contact.” They wrap up with a look at Clint Howard reminiscing about being on Star Trek as a kid on Late Night with Seth Meyers and an article that draws connections between Star Trek and The Good Fight.
All Access: ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ 209 “wej Duj” Review
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Tony and Laurie talk about the upcoming panels and screenings at New York Comic Con, new Star Trek: Prodigy ads, and Tony’s Star Trek Day red carpet interview with Picard‘s Isa Briones. They discuss the new trailer for the History Channel’s new Star Trek docuseries The Center Seat, Laurie’s recent interview with Deep Space Nine‘s Nana Visitor, William Shatner’s plans to go to space (for real), and the latest on Star Trek comics and novels. Then they review the penultimate episode of season 2 of Lower Decks, “wej Duj.” They wrap up the podcast with a look at a Klingon language expert (who helped them with the episode title) and a game show from 1986 that pitted James Doohan against Michael Dorn.
All Access: ‘Star Trek: Picard' S3 Hints And More News, Lower Decks’ 208 “I, Excretus” Review
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Tony and Laurie look for clues in the latest images on social from the Star Trek: Picard set and mention James McAvoy’s wish to join the franchise as a young Jean-Luc Picard. They mine Tony’s interview with Anson Mount for info on Strange New Worlds (and listen to a little of it), check out new character images from Prodigy, and cover Tony’s interview with Discovery‘s Wilson Cruz, Blu del Barrio, and Ian Alexander. They discuss the changes in management at Paramount and how that might affect future Star Trek films as well as the potential for an IATSE strike that would impact current production. The podcasters then celebrate getting a premiere date for the new season of The Orville and discuss Laurie’s interview with Voyager writer Lisa Klink as well as William Shatner’s latest projects, which include a reboot of TekWar and a possible journey into space. They talk about the new TOS book, Star Trek – A Celebration, and wrap up the news with a look at Tony’s interview with Carl Tart (Kayshon) from Lower Decks. They review the newest episode of Lower Decks, “I, Excretus,” and while they both really enjoyed it, they have a minor disagreement on its resolution. They wrap up the podcast with a look at a Voyager/science-related practical joke that became canon on Lower Decks and an artist who makes spectacular use of her Star Trek action figures.
All Access: ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ 207 "Where Pleasant Fountains Lie" Review And Even More Star Trek Day
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Tony and Laurie start the news with Tony’s Star Trek Day red carpet interview with Akiva Goldsman about Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, then an analysis of the latest Picard trailer, plus a quick status update on Discovery wrapping post-production on season 4. They discuss a recent podcast appearance from Scott Bakula about Enterprise (and a possible Quantum Leap revival), and talk about Tony’s interviews with Lower Decks creator Mike McMahan and guest star Jeffrey Combs, which leads them into their enthusiastic review of episode 207, “Where Pleasant Fountains Lie.”. They wrap up with some upcoming D&D/Star Trek: Discovery events and fun memories from an actress about being on TOS when she was nine.
All Access: 'Star Trek: Lower Decks’ 206 "The Spy Humungous" Review And More Star Trek Day
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Tony and Laurie talk about the restructuring at Paramount, round up more details from Star Trek Day (especially Tony’s red carpet interviews) about Strange New Worlds, Picard, and Prodigy, celebrate Discovery‘s Emmy win, look forward to the 4K remastered Star Trek: The Motion Picture: Director’s Edition, then dive into their review of the latest Lower Decks episode, “The Spy Humongous.” They wrap up with a look at William Shatner reviewing impressions of himself and some fascinating Rick Berman interviews from 2006.
All Access: Star Trek Day Recap And Review Of ‘Lower Decks’ 205 “An Embarrassment of Dooplers"
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Tony was doing interviews on the red carpet on Star Trek Day while Laurie was watching the livestream, so they compare notes, covering the event as a whole, plus Alex Kurtzman’s new plans for the next Star Trek show. Then they go over all the new trailers, release dates, and news from the panels on Prodigy, Discovery, Picard, Strange New Worlds, and Lower Decks, discussing new characters, season storylines, and more. The podcasters then pivot to talk about their delight over this week’s episode of Lower Decks “An Embarrassment of Dooplers,” which marks the halfway point for season two.
All Access: ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ 204 “Mugato, Gumato” Review And 'Prodigy' News
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Tony and Laurie are revved up by the Star Trek: Prodigy opening sequence and intrigued by the newly announced villains, played by John Noble & Jimmi Simpson. They also cover the latest news about the multiple Trek series leaving Netflix, the rearranging of Paramount’s tentpole movie schedule, and recap some of the news and info that came in at The 55-Year Mission in Las Vegas a few weeks ago. Then, with some dissatisfaction, they review the latest Lower Decks episode, “Mugato, Gumato.” The podcasters wrap up with a predestination paradox confirmation regarding Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home and a reminder to enter the Shuttle Pod’s 100th episode contest.
All Access: ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ 203 “We'll Always Have Tom Paris” Review
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Tony and Laurie talk about their expectations for the upcoming Star Trek Day panels on September 8, then cover the latest news: Discovery has finished filming after almost a year, John de Lancie has wrapped on Picard but’s still chatting about it from his sailboat, and Gene Roddenberry’s 100th birthday celebrations included a possible biopic and the beaming of one of his inspirational quotes into deep space. They also talk about the relaunch of Star Trek Magazine as Star Trek Explorer. Then they dig into the main topic: their review of the Star Trek: Lower Decks episode “We’ll Always Have Tom Paris.” Links to news topics discussed in the pod: Star Trek Day 2021 To Feature Live Panels With Cast And Creatives From All 5 Paramount+ Shows ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Finally Wraps Production On Season 4 John de Lancie On ‘Star Trek: Picard’ Season 2 Connection To Classic ‘Next Generation’ Episode NASA Celebrates Gene Roddenberry On His 100th Birthday, Beams Quote Into Deep Space Gene Roddenberry Biopic In The Works Robert Picardo sings the theme to Star Trek: The Original Series—with lyrics Official Star Trek Magazine Relaunching As ‘Star Trek Explorer’ This Fall Additional mentions: ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Previews Reveal More Antics And Iconic Connections In Season 2 From Two Rikers To Spock Two, ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Easter Eggs In “Kayshon, His Eyes Open” Star Trek Logs on Instagram ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Season 1 Blu-ray Coming Soon To Europe, Australia, And Japan Trekbits: Tony: Star Trek: The Next Generation “Picorder” Laurie: Kayshon finger puppet tutorial on Twitter by Chandra Crane Let us know what you think of the episode in the comments at TrekMovie.com
All Access: ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ 202 “Kayshon, His Eyes Open” Review
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Tony and Laurie talk discuss the news from The 55-Year Mission Star Trek convention in Las Vegas, covering Strange New Worlds, Discovery, Picard, Prodigy, and the Voyager documentary. (We’ll have more on the convention itself on the Shuttle Pod podcast.) They also get a quick update on the production of The Orville, ViacomCBS’ new European partnerships, and the remastered Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan soundtrack. Then they jump into their review of Lower Decks’ second episode of season 2, “Kayshon, His Eyes Open.” They wrap up with a look at some Star Trek ukulele music and Tig Notaro’s advice podcast.
All Access: 'Star Trek: Lower Decks' 201 "Strange Energies" Review
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Tony and Laurie are recording together for the first time—having finally met in person—in Las Vegas, where they’re joined by friend of TrekMovie Jon Spencer to talk about what’s been happening in the first few days of The 55-Year Mission, formerly known as Star Trek Las Vegas. The trio discusses what they learned about Ken Mitchell’s involvement in Discovery season 4 and David Cronenberg’s reveal that he’s in it too, covers then digs into the latest info drop on the Quentin Tarantino Star Trek movie. After that, they get to the main topic: their review of the season 2 premiere of Lower Decks, “Strange Energies.” Links to news topics discussed in the pod: Kenneth Mitchell Hints At Unique Return For ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Season 4 David Cronenberg On Kovich’s Return In ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ In Season 4 Screenwriter Reveals Details For Quentin Tarantino’s Star Trek “Gangster” Movie Additional mentions: Interview: Mike McMahan On How ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Has Grown The Beard For Season 2… And 3 Interview: Jerry O’Connell On How ‘Lower Decks’ Season 2 Is A Celebration Of All Things Star Trek Tony’s review: Review: ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Powers Up For The Season Two Premiere “Strange Energies” Let us know what you think of the episode in the comments at TrekMovie.com.
All Access: Alex Kurtzman's 5-Year Star Trek Universe Deal And 'Lower Decks' Cast Interviews
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Tony and Laurie start with the big news about Alex Kurtzman’s extended $160 million 5-year deal at ViacomCBS, and what that means for the Star Trek Universe. They discuss the departure of most of the Star Trek movie catalog from Paramount+, the 2022 launch of Paramount+ in Europe (including Prodigy), more actors wrapping up their work on Discovery season 4, and quickly go over the Covid precautions being taken at next week’s upcoming 55-Year Mission convention in Las Vegas. For a full preview of the con (including a chat with Chase Masterson) check out the newest episode of the Shuttle Pod. Then they get to the main topic: Star Trek: Lower Decks. Tony tells Laurie about the outdoor screening party in LA the night before and a preview of his red carpet interviews with the cast and show creator Mike McMahan. Then they play excerpts from TrekMovie’s roundtable interviews with the four Lower Decks stars: Tawny Newsome, Jack Quaid, Eugene Cordero, and Noël Wells. [WARNING: Minor season 2spoilers] They wrap things up with a fan’s detailed look at the USS Protostar (the ship featured on Prodigy) and a trip back in time to when future Star Trek historians’ parents could film William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, and Catherine Hicks shooting Star Trek IV. Links to news topics discussed in the pod: ViacomCBS Extends Alex Kurtzman’s Contract As They Map Out Star Trek Universe Future On Paramount+ Star Trek TOS And TNG Movies Jump From Paramount+ To AMC+ ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ Coming To UK/Europe With Launch Of Paramount+ And New Deal With Sky More Actors Wrap Up As ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Season 4 Production Approaches Finish 55-Year Mission Las Vegas Star Trek Convention To Require Proof Of Vaccination Or COVID Test The Shuttle Pod Previews The 55-Year Mission Convention With Chase Masterson Interview: Tawny Newsome And Jack Quaid On How ‘Lower Decks’ S2 Is Great Star Trek… And Gives “Zero Fs” Interview: Noël Wells And Eugene Cordero On Their “Intellectual Love Affair” In ‘Lower Decks’ Season 2 Additional mentions: Star Trek: Prodigy writer Aaron J. Waltke talks starship crew size on Twitter Robert Duncan McNeill lobbies for Captain Proton series on Twitter, tags Voyager castmates & Alex Kurtzman TrekMovie’s tweets from the Lower Decks block party Trekbits: Tony: Star Trek Prodigy USS Protostar Detailed Breakdown on Junkball Laurie: John Tenuto’s tweet with his parents’ video of Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home aquarium scene and his 2007 article on TrekMovie
All Access: 'Star Trek: Prodigy' And 'Lower Decks' Comic-Con@Home Trailers And Panels Recap And Analysis
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Tony and Laurie give production updates on Star Trek: Discovery, Strange New Worlds, and Star Trek:Picard, and discuss the latest news about Robert Duncan McNeill pitching his Captain Proton series to Alex Kurtzman, LeVar Burton’s Jeopardy! gig, and what’s happening with conventions—Las Vegas in a few weeks and Chicago in April 2022. After that, they unpack everything that came out of Comic-Con@Home with a deep dive into the trailers and panels for Prodigy and Lower Decks, covering familiar voices, guest stars, cool ships, and a Tom Paris commemorative plate hallucination. They wrap things up with the Klingon Empire’s official recognition of Wales and Robert Picardo’s witty vaccination incentive for Star Trek fans. Links to news topics discussed in the pod: Doug Jones And Anthony Rapp Preview What’s In Store For Saru And Stamets In ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Season 4 ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ S1 Wraps Production, Anson Mount Hopes TOS Fans Will Be Pleased ‘Howard the Duck’ Turns 35: Stars Revisit Notorious Bomb Amid New Fervor for Marvel Character [THR article that mentions Lea Thompson directing Picard) Robert Duncan McNeill Has Pitched ‘Captain Proton’ Series To Star Trek Universe Producers Watch: LeVar Burton Previews This Week’s Run As ‘Jeopardy!’ Guest Host Creation 55-Year Mission Convention Bringing Over 100 Star Trek Celebrities To Las Vegas In August Star Trek: Mission Chicago Convention Tickets And Hotel Rooms On Sale Now Watch: First Trailer For ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ Is Gorgeous… And Reveals The Ship ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ SDCC@Home Panel Talks Character Details And Klingons Trailer Analysis: Escape To A Whole New World In The Teaser For ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ Watch: The Cerritos Gang Is Back In Fun ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Comic-Con@Home Season 2 Trailer ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Comic-Con Panel Promises More Fun, Cameos, And A Surprising New Character Trailer Analysis: More Fun, Easter Eggs, And Crazy Sci-Fi Is Coming In ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Season 2 ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Season 2 Confirmed For August Debut On Amazon Prime Video Internationally Titmouse T-Shirt Club coming back (Twitter) Additional mentions: Anthony Rapp Talks Stamets, Science, And Singing On All Access Star Trek Watch Captain Burnham Deal With A New Threat (And New Uniforms) In ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Season 4 Teaser Trailer Analysis: The Gravity Of The New Mission Comes Together In ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Season 4 Teaser Robert Duncan McNeill Was Asked To Reprise Tom Paris For ‘Star Trek: Picard’ Season 1 (and 2) Voyager episode “Lifeline” Mike McMahan On Exploring Ensigns And Unexpected Cameos In ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Season 2… And 3 Trekbits: Tony: Wales officially recognized by the Klingon Empire thanks to Welsh Star Trek fan Laurie: Robert Picardo offers vaccination incentive for Star Trek fans Let us know what you think of the episode in the comments at TrekMovie.com, and please post your suggestions for topics we should cover in the future as well as guests you’d like us to have on.
All Access: Anthony Rapp Interview And 'Star Trek: Discovery' S3 Blu-ray Discussion
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After a quick reminder that it’s NEXT week’s episode that will cover Comic-Con@Home, Tony and Laurie discuss this week’s Star Trek news, which includes the surprising news that producers were interested in bringing Voyager’s Tom Paris to Star Trek: Picard. They also discuss Brent Spiner’s joy at working with Jonathan Frakes again, and the latest on the Section 31 show, plus production updates on Strange New Worlds and Star Trek: Discovery. Then they dig into the main topic: Anthony’s new interview with Discovery’s Anthony Rapp, who talks about Stamets’ character arc across the seasons and his conflict with Burnham, being directed by Jonathan Frakes, the new uniforms, his thoughts on a musical episode, and more. They wrap up with some real-life Star Trek science and a reminder that LeVar Burton’s run on Jeopardy! begins Monday, July 26. Links to news topics discussed in the pod: ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ And ‘Prodigy’ Cast And Producers Headed To Comic-Con@Home Robert Duncan McNeill Was Asked To Reprise Tom Paris For ‘Star Trek: Picard’ Season 1 (and 2) Brent Spiner On The “Pleasure” Of Being Directed By Jonathan Frakes In ‘Star Trek: Picard’ Season 2 ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Filming In New Mexico For VFX Alex Kurtzman “Very Optimistic” About Star Trek Section 31 Series Giveaway: ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Season 3 Blu-rays And USS Discovery Hats Review: ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Season 3 Blu-ray Takes You Inside Series’ Great Leap Forward ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Season 4 Production Update And First Look At AR Wall Virtual Set Interview: Anthony Rapp On Stamets Balancing Science And Family In ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Season 4 Additional mentions: Die Standing, the Star Trek: Discovery novel with Georgiou and Emony Dax Alex Kurtzman On Why The World Needs More Star Trek… And Possibly A Musical Episode Interview: Jonathan Frakes On ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’; Hopes To Helm ‘Short Treks’ Musical Trekbits: Tony: Mysterious DNA sequences, known as ‘Borgs,’ recovered from California mud [Science]. Massive DNA ‘Borg’ structures perplex scientists [Nature], Star Trek’s Warp Drive Leads to New Physics [Scientific American] Laurie: Dr. Birko-Katarina Ruzicka’s study of gender ratios in “Star Trek” series Let us know what you think of the episode in the comments at TrekMovie.com.
All Access: 2023 Star Trek Movie Picks Up Marvel Writer And Director
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Tony and Laurie start off by discussing Star Trek: Discovery‘s and Star Trek: Lower Decks‘ Emmy nominations, then cover the new (short) scene released to promote Lower Decks season 2, Jerry O’Connell’s new gig on The Talk, the latest from John de Lancie and Jonathan Frakes about filming Star Trek: Picard, Sonequa Martin-Green’s interviews about the journey to becoming Captain Michael Burnham, the upcoming DVD/Blu-ray/Steelbook release of Star Trek: Discovery season 3 (along with an upcoming giveaway). They also talk about the big news with Playmates Toys returning to the franchise, William Shatner’s endorsement of LeVar Burton as the permanent Jeopardy! host and Terry Farrell’s recent comment about being open to returning to Star Trek as Jadzia Dax. Then they dig into the BIG news: Director Matt Shakman (WandaVision) has been hired for the new J.J. Abrams-produced Star Trek movie, with a script already in play from Geneva Robertson-Dworet (Captain Marvel) and Lindsey Beer. They theorize about whether or not it will include the Kelvin cast, and Paramount’s strategy for the movie. Finally, they wrap things up with a claymation version of Kirk’s “Khaaaaan” moment from The Wrath of Khan and some hilarious Tilly cosplay from Mary Wiseman’s brother.
All Access: Star Trek Universe Shows Update And TOS Movies Finally Going 4K HDR
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Tony and Laurie return after a 4th of July hiatus for the 47th episode of All Access Star Trek, and they catch up on all the news on the Star Trek Universe TV shows, including a preview of the Lower Decks and Prodigy panels at Comic-Con@Home, an update on Strange New Worlds from Anson Mount, clues in the latest Star Trek: Picard tie-in novel synopsis, and then even more Picard clues from John de Lancie. Also up for discussion is the status of Discovery production and whether or not the cast will be able to make it to the big Las Vegas Trek convention in August. They round out new Star Trek show news with the observation that Michelle Yeoh keeps picking up new jobs and not working on that Section 31 show. They’re also excited about the news that Robert Wise’s Director’s Edition of Star Trek: The Motion Picture is finally being remastered into 4K HDR for Paramount+, along with the first four Star Trek movies getting a 4K HDR release on Blu-ray. And Star Trek IV is headed back to theaters in August for a special two-day event. But wait, there’s more! They dive into more news: Simon Pegg is working on a Galaxy Quest TV show, Marina Sirtis thinks Michael Dorn’s Captain Worf show should be the next Trek series, LeVar Burton laments that Geordi never got the girl on TNG, and Ethan Phillips still wishes a deleted Neelix/Kes breakup scene had made it into Voyager. The pod wraps up with Dave Bautista’s proclamation that he would make a great Klingon, plus we indulge in some nostalgia for the Star Trek: The New Voyages short story collections from the ’70s. Links to news topics discussed in the pod: ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ And ‘Prodigy’ Cast And Producers Headed To Comic-Con@Home Anson Mount Sends Message To “Old School” Fans As ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Begins Finale Shoot 2022 ‘Star Trek: Picard’ Novel Could Bridge The Gap Between Seasons 1 And 2 ‘The Witcher: Blood Origin’: Michelle Yeoh Cast As Scian In Netflix Prequel Series [DEADLINE] Marina Sirtis Endorses Michael Dorn’s Captain Worf Pitch As Next Star Trek Series Star Trek’s Simon Pegg Working On ‘Galaxy Quest’ TV Series ‘Star Trek: The Motion Picture’ Director’s Edition To Be Restored In 4K/HDR For Paramount+ Paramount Releasing Star Trek: TOS Movies 4K/UHD Blu-ray Set ‘Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home’ Returns To Theaters In August For 2 Nights; Tickets Available Now LeVar Burton Wanted Geordi To Get The Girl On ‘Star Trek: TNG,’ And Really Wants That ‘Jeopardy!’ Gig Ethan Phillips Laments ‘Star Trek: Voyager’ Breakup Scene With Neelix And Kes Was Never Shown Additional mentions: The number 47 in Star Trek John de Lancie on Cameo 55-Year Mission Tour Las Vegas Convention Never Surrender: A Galaxy Quest Documentary Laurie’s interview with Una McCormack Tony’s interview with Michael Dorn LeVar Burton’s wedding photo with TNG cast Marina Sirtis on Gates McFadden’s podcast The Delta Flyers podcast Trekbits: Tony: Dave Bautista wants to be a Klingon in Star Trek Laurie: Star Trek: The New Voyages short story collection from 1976 Let us know what you think of the episode in the comments at www.trekmovie.com, and please post your suggestions for topics we should cover in the future as well as guests you’d like us to have on.
All Access: Mark Altman Interview On '1982' Doc And All Things Star Trek
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After a look at the news—streaming business update on Paramount+, Alex Kurtzman offering his philosophy for the franchise, John de Lancie talking more Picard, Jason Isaacs still yearning for Prime Lorca, an update on the Voyager doc, and more—Tony and Laurie welcome guest Mark Altman to chat about his new documentary project 1982: Greatest Geek Year Ever!, his podcast Inglorious Tresperts, his books including the two-volume 50-Year Mission, and more of his always frank views on Star Trek, past and future. The podcasters wrap up with a look at Jonathan Frakes reprising an iconic (non-Star Trek) role for a video game, and Robert Picardo recreating Voyager moments on YouTube. For more on Mark’s new documentary project visit: tinyurl.com/Nineteen82
All Access: 'Star Trek: Picard' S2 Trailer And 'Prodigy' Character Reveal Discussion And Analysis
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Lots of news this week! Tony and Laurie talk about Paramount + adding more Star Trek movies and Noah Hawley’s reveal of just how close to production his Trek movie was, then round up production updates from Strange New Worlds, Picard, and Discovery‘s Tig Notaro (Jett Reno). Then they spend the most time digging into the big news: the Star Trek: Prodigy voice cast, characters, and images that just came out, and the new Q-infused teaser trailer for Picard season 2. They wrap up with some Star Trek burlesque and Joe D’Agosta, the casting director on The Original Series, because why not? Links to news topics discussed in the pod: 11 Star Trek Movies Now Available On Paramount+ Noah Hawley Laments Paramount Halting His “Really Fun” Star Trek Movie Just Before Production Star Trek Cast And Crew Share Production Updates On ‘Strange New Worlds,’ ‘Picard,’ And ‘Discovery’ Leslie Hope (Kira Meru on DS9 and Strange New Worlds director) on Memory Alpha Tig Notaro Is Doing As Much ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ As She Can, Promises Reno Will Never Be Killed Off ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ Character Details And Voice Cast Revealed Along With First Look Images ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ Showrunners And Writers Nerd Out With Hype And Tidbits For New Series Check Out 4 New Preview Images From ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ Showing Stunning Alien Worlds Watch Second ‘Star Trek: Picard’ Season 2 Teaser With First Look At Q Correction: Mark Bernardin is not working on Star Trek: Picard season 3 ‘Star Trek Fleet Command’ Celebrates Captain Picard Day With TNG Update And Star-Studded Promo> Assimilate The Season With The Borg Cube Advent Calendar Full Of Star Trek Goodies Ira Steven Behr and Robert Hewitt Wolfe tweet about “A Call To Arms” Trekbits: Tony: Boldly Stripped Laurie: Inglorious Treksperts with Joe D’Agosta
