In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “Collective,” a badly damaged Borg cube carries young drones who survived a deadly pathogen. As Seven of Nine tries to guide them toward individuality, Janeway must decide whether these lost children are Voyager’s newest allies or a lingering Borg threat. Mission Log meets a new "Collective." Hosted by John Champion and Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each we...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 566
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “Tsunkatse,” Seven of Nine and Tuvok are kidnapped by the ringmaster of a deadly sport. To save Tuvok, Seven's got to step into the ring and either become a killer or face death. Voyager's Borg goes toe-to-toe with the Delta Quadrant's eyebrow when "Tsunkatse" goes into the Mission Log. Hosted by John Champion and John Krikorian Visit " Trek Profiles " podcast hosted by John Krikorian Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explor...
Feb 27, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 565
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “Memorial,” the crew start having nightmares about their involvement in a brutal war. As the dreams become more vivid, they seek out the location of the atrocities for some answers. What they find only leaves them with a more difficult question. "Memorial" goes into the Mission Log. Hosted by John Champion and Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Missio...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 564
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “Virtuoso,” the hottest singing sensation on an alien world is the Voyager’s holographic doctor. Even when his duties call, fame is a powerful temptation… until the next new thing comes along. It’s “Virtuosos” on the charts, with a bullet, on Mission Log . Hosted by John Champion and Norman Lao 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 epi...
Feb 13, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 563
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode “Blink of an Eye," Voyager appears in the sky of a planet that evolves at an incredibly accelerated rate. Epochs pass, and the "sky ship" takes on spiritual and social meaning to the inhabitants below. As their technology evolves, will they remain curious or turn Voyager into an enemy? Mission Log examines "Blink of an Eye." Hosted by John Champion and Holly Amos Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek univ...
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 562
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode “Fair Haven," there's no time like some downtime to visit the holodeck. Tom's new program has it all: beer, arm wrestling, and a handsome barkeep who catches Janeway's eye. She's hesitant to let herself go in this idyllic Irish town until she realizes she can program the perfect mate. Mission Log visits "Fair Haven." Hosted by John Champion and Charlynn Schmiedt Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek unive...
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 561
It's time to go climb the mountain again with a fresh look at Star Trek V: The Final Frontier. As part of the Pod Crawl in support of the National Center for Science Education, we are proud to return past the galactic barrier in search of Sha-Ka-Ree. Share your pain with John and Norm in this special edition of Mission Log! Find every show in the Pod Crawl at startrekpodcrawl.com and Donate today to the National Center for Science Education ! Catch the other episodes in the Pod Crawl Star Trek: ...
Jan 25, 2025•1 hr 27 min
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode “Pathfinder," it's time to reconnect with old friends Reg Barclay and Deanna Troi. Reg has been obsessed with making contact with Voyager, but nobody at Starfleet believes he can do it. Deanna counsels with lessons of mental health and workplace etiquette. Mission Log follows "Pathfinder." Hosted by John Champion and Amy Nelson Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each wee...
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 560
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode “The Voyager Conspiracy," Seven assimilates an overabundance of data from the ship's computer leading her to implicate the crew in nefarious plots. Is Tuvok hiding secret tech? Is Janeway leading an invasion into the Delta Quadrant? Mission Log is just asking questions about "The Voyager Conspiracy." Hosted by John Champion and Mike Rothschild During the devastation of the Los Angeles wildfires, we are encouraging our listeners to donate wherever your support ca...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 559
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode “One Small Step," the crew encounter a subspace anomaly hiding a startling artifact. Seven comes face-to-face with humanity's drive for exploration when Mission Log takes "One Small Step." Hosted by John Champion and Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we 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, an...
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 558
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode “Dragon's Teeth," Seven revives a soldier from a centuries-old war. With the conflict reignited, Voyager finds itself caught in the middle. "Dragon's Teeth" goes into the Mission Log. Hosted by John Champion and Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we 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 cul...
Jan 02, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 557
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode “Riddles," we're faced with a challenging question: when is a Vulcan not a Vulcan? Seven has one kind answer, Neelix another. But it's an altered version of Tuvok whose answer matters the most. Does he like who he has become, or does he want to be who he was? Mission Log ponders "Riddles." Hosted by John Champion and Nic Fendley Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each we...
Dec 19, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 556
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode “Alice," Tom spends a little too much time with his new obsession, making B'Elanna suspicious and jealous. To be fair, he has been neurally linked to a homicidal, AI-driven shuttle, but who can resist that classic hull plating and superior handling? "Alice" goes into the Mission Log. Hosted by John Champion and Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mis...
Dec 12, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 555
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode “Tinker Tenor Doctor Spy," aliens mistake the Doctor's daydreams for his real life. From opera to art to defeating the Borg, there's nothing he can't do. When the threat becomes real though, the ECH has to put his command skills to the test. "Tinker Tenor Doctor Spy" goes into the Mission Log. Hosted by John Champion and Mike Richards Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. E...
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 554
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode “Barge of the Dead," B'Elanna is in a terrible accident that sends her to the Klingon afterlife. When the doctor revives her though, B'Elanna wants to go back in order to take care of some unfinished business with her mother. An eternity in Gre'thor or Sto-vo-kor is on the line when "Barge of the Dead" goes into the Mission Log. Hosted by John Champion and Amy Nelson Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek ...
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 553
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode “Survival Instinct," Voyager welcomes aboard an eclectic mix of visitors, three of whom are old friends of Seven. Well, "friends" might be the wrong word. They're ex-Borg, and they want Seven's help whether she's willing or not. "Survival Instinct" goes into the Mission Log. Hosted by John Champion and Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log ...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 552
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode “Equinox, Part II," both crews are hit by more alien attacks, but a new threat emerges as Janeway takes her indignation with Ransom and the Equinox crew to a whole new level. Chakotay is ordered to keep his opinions to himself when "Equinox, Part II" goes into the Mission Log. Hosted by John Champion and Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Lo...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 551
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “Equinox," the Delta Quadrant doesn't seem as lonely anymore when a Starfleet ship shows up in Voyager's path. The crew are hiding a terrible secret though, one that could imperil everyone's chances of making it home alive. There's a new Captain in town when "Equinox" goes into the Mission Log. Hosted by John Champion and Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Ea...
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 550
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “Warhead," Harry Kim brings home a helpless orphan that happens to be an AI-driven weapon of mass destruction. When it takes over the EMH, Voyager is threatened with annihilation unless it is delivered to its original target. This week, Mission Log disarms the "Warhead." Hosted by John Champion and Benjamin R. Harrison Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Missi...
Oct 24, 2024•54 min•Ep. 549
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “Relativity," Seven of Nine dies! But in the confusing world of temporal incursions, she can live again only to be recruited to carry out a dangerous mission in Voyager's past. Meet Captain Braxton again... and again... and again when "Relativity" goes into the Mission Log. Hosted by John Champion and Jessie Earl Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log...
Oct 17, 2024•58 min•Ep. 548
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “11:59," Captain Janeway recounts the story of her 20th-century ancestor who helped usher in the space age. Sort of. Maybe. Romance and romanticizing the past bump into urban planning when Mission Log sets the clock for "11:59." Hosted by John Champion and John Arminio Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log examines a single episode of Star Trek , div...
Oct 10, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 547
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “Someone to Watch Over Me," Seven of Nine expands her human knowledge by learning about dating and love. Under the Doctor's tutelage, she finds few worthy suitors, but the teacher soon falls for the student. Special guest host Nana Visitor joins Mission Log for "Someone to Watch Over Me." Hosted by John Champion and Nana Visitor Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each w...
Oct 03, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 546
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “Juggernaut," the Malon are up to what they usually do, hauling around toxic waste, trying to hide it where no-one will find it. This particular ship springs a leak right in Voyager's path though, and the resulting spill traps both vessels along with a deadly monster seeking revenge. Juggernaut goes into the Mission Log. Hosted by John Champion and Bill Smith Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the Star Trek univers...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 545
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “Think Tank," Voyager encounters the most insufferable type of interstellar consulting firm. Sure, they'll help you out of a bind, but the price for their service is far above industry standard. Special guest host John Billingsley sizes up the Thank Tank on Mission Log. Hosted by John Champion & John Billingsley *Learn more about the Hollywood Food Coalition and Trektivism * Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we we explore the S...
Sep 19, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 544
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "The Fight," Voyager enters a region of "chaotic space" where the normal rules don't apply and every move is countered with danger. Meanwhile, Chakotay enters a boxing ring where the normal rules don't apply and every move is countered with danger. Hosted by John Champion & Earl Green 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 St...
Sep 12, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 543
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Course: Oblivion," it's a great time to be on Voyager! Tom and B'Elanna are getting married. There's a new warp drive that will get the crew home. There's just a couple of problems: the sneaking suspicion that nobody is "real" and the ship is melting into a pile of goo. Hosted by John Champion & Ashley Victoria Robinson Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Missio...
Sep 05, 2024•57 min•Ep. 542
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "The Disease," love is certainly in the air when Harry Kim falls for an alien living aboard a generational starship. Everyone should be thrilled for him, except that he ignored Janeway's orders and caught something more than "the feels" in the process. Hosted by John Champion & Holly Amos 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 o...
Aug 29, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 541
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Dark Frontier," the Borg are back, and the Queen has her eye on luring Seven back to the collective. Meanwhile, Janeway has her eye on stealing some transwarp tech for a shortcut home. Hosted by John Champion & Ryan Britt " Phasers on Stun " by Ryan Britt 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 eth...
Aug 22, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 540
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Bliss," anything can happen in the Delta Quadrant - like a wormhole suddenly appearing that can transport Voyager back to Earth in mere minutes. Another thing that can happen is a giant telepathic space creature masquerading as said wormhole with the sole intent of eating Voyager for lunch. Hosted by John Champion & Jessica Lynn Verdi Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Ea...
Aug 15, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 539
On this special Supplemental edition of Mission Log, we turn our focus to host Norman Lao. In recent weeks, we've added guest hosts for the first time ever, and it's time to share, in Norm's own words, the recent medical concerns that have changed how we produce this podcast along with others at Roddenberry. We hope you are engaged as well as entertained by the discussion of his personal and philosophical journey and tying it all back to Star Trek . Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome t...
Aug 08, 2024•48 min•Ep. 79
