In the Star Trek: Voyage episode, "Gravity," a shuttle crash on a desert planet is bad enough. It's worse when time on that planet moves much faster than it does on Voyager and presents a real problem for rescuing the shuttle crew. It's worse yet when Tuvok's emotional repression is challenged when he meets a stranded woman. Hosted by John Champion & Matt Mira Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, M...
Aug 01, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 538
In the Star Trek: Voyage episode, "Bride of Chaotica," alien explorers made up of photonic energy are fascinated by the vivid life playing out on Voyager's holodeck. What they don't know is that they've stumbled into Tom's simulation of "Captain Proton." When the war between photons threatens Voyager's safety, it's time for Captain Janeway to play a new role. Hosted by John Champion & Jordan Hoffman Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek univ...
Jul 25, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 537
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Latent Image," The Doctor seems to be having trouble with his memory, and his suspicions about a conspiracy against him turn out to be true. Captain Janeway herself has been tampering with his files, but leaving him alone could cause him to spin completely out of control. Hosted by John Champion & Elio Lleo Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log examine...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 536
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Counterpoint," Voyager finds itself in the heart of Devore territory, and that means submitting every so often to annoying inspections. For what? Stowaway telepaths. The crew have secreted them away in the transporter buffer, but soon one of the Devore defects and knows all about the scheme. Does Janeway trust him? Or does she, as the old saying goes, keep her enemy even closer? Hosted by John Champion & Adam Pranica Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Ente...
Jul 11, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 535
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Thirty Days," Tom Paris is drawn to the life aquatic when Voyager encounters and alien species with its own ocean planet. His voyage to the bottom of the sea reveals a deep concern about the ecology of this world, and Tom decides to ignore direct orders so he can help his new friends. Hosted by John Champion & Charlynn Schmeidt Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week...
Jul 04, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 534
In the Star Trek: Voyage episode, "Nothing Human," meet Crell Moset: a charming, brilliant scientist who is conjured up in the holodeck by Voyager's Doctor to assist with the complicated task of removing an alien parasite from B'Elanna. She isn't pleased at all to see this new Cardassian character on board. Making matters worse, the real Crell's history taints his valuable research leading B'Elanna to prefer death over complicity. Hosted by John Champion & Holly Amos Welcome to Mission Log , a R...
Jun 13, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 533
In the Star Trek: Voyage episode, "Infinite Regress," Seven of Nine has company. After a couple of decades assimilating beings in her life as a Borg, the voices of her former victims are competing for attention in her head. The cause is a piece of Borg tech baited by another species who want to wipe them out for good, but will they spare Seven? Hosted by John Champion & Earl Green Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at...
Jun 06, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 532
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Timeless," Harry Kim has a message for Harry Kim, but first he's got to send it back in time before a terrible accident doomed Voyager and its crew to perish on an icy world. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Special thanks to guest star Garrett Wang 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 ethic...
May 30, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 531
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Once Upon a Time," while Samantha Wildman struggles for her life on a dangerous away mission, Naomi escapes into the comfort of a holodeck fairytale. Neelix wants to hide the truth from Voyager's youngest, but Naomi sees through the illusion. Hosted by John Champion & 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 episode of Star Tr...
May 23, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 530
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "In the Flesh," after more than four long years, it feels so good for the Voyager crew to get a taste of home. Never mind that "home" is just a clever facsimile with alien spies planning to take over the Alpha Quadrant. At least they have flowers and cocktails. Hosted by John Champion & 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 ...
May 16, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 529
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Extreme Risk," Voyager races against the Malon to retrieve a lost probe, and that means it's time for some fast-flying new hardware. While Tom builds the Delta Flyer, B'Elanna struggles with depression and self harm. Hosted by John Champion & 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 episode of Star Trek , diving into its ethic...
May 09, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 528
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Drone," take a little Borg tech, a little human DNA, and mix it all together with a 29th century holo-emitter, and you've got the recipe for a brand new Borg. Hosted by John Champion & 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 episode of Star Trek , diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural significance. From the...
May 02, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 527
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Night," if five years in the Delta Quadrant wasn't lonely enough, Voyager now finds itself in a region of space with no stars, no planets, no light. Janeway is reclusive and the quadrant's worst garbagemen show up. Hosted by John Champion & 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 episode of Star Trek , diving into its ethical...
Apr 25, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 526
Author David Mack joins us before we warp back to the Delta Quadrant! We discuss David's story contributions to DS9 and he reveals fascinating details about a Voyager script that never made it to production! Finally, we explore more of Seven of Nine's story with his latest novel, Star Trek: Picard "Firewall." Hosted by John Champion & 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 exami...
Apr 18, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 78
As we say goodbye to season 4 of Star Trek: Voyager , we say hello to writer Lisa Klink! Lisa spent three seasons in the Delta Quadrant, and in this interview she reminisces about shaping some of her favorite episodes, areas left unexplored, and stories that didn't hold up quite as well as others. Hosted by John Champion & 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...
Apr 11, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 77
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Hope and Fear," a friendly alien shows up on Voyager at the same time that a prototype Starfleet ship with slipstream warp drive appears in the Delta Quadrant. Janeway's skepticism goes into overdrive while the crew get to the bottom of the mystery. Hosted by John Champion & 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 episode of ...
Apr 04, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 525
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "One," when Voyager enters a toxic nebula, the crew go into stasis leaving Seven and the Doctor in charge. The two experience an array of technical difficulties as well as symptoms of cabin fever. Seven especially is susceptible, but her hallucinations may prove to be revelatory. Hosted by John Champion & 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...
Mar 28, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 524
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Demon," critically low on deuterium, Voyager makes a pit stop on a deadly planet. Harry and Tom get lost and encounter a strange silver liquid, but when Chakotay and Seven find them later, they're fine. The two are happily breathing the toxic atmosphere and enamored with the desolate landscape - which means all is not as it seems. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek u...
Mar 21, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 523
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Living Witness," the good news: the holographic doctor has a backup! The bad news: it's 700 years in the future, and he is reactivated in a museum where Voyager's crew is accused of war crimes. Can the historic record be set straight, and even if it is, will it matter in the end? Hosted by John Champion & 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 Lo...
Mar 14, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 522
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Unforgettable," Chakotay meets the love of his life for the first time for the second time when a mysterious alien visits Voyager. Hosted by John Champion & 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 episode of Star Trek , diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural significance. From the show's most iconic moments ...
Mar 07, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 521
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "The Omega Directive," do not attempt to adjust your monitor. Only authorized personnel with appropriate clearance level may access the following confidential information. When you have passed Starfleet security protocol, you may add "The Omega Directive" to the Mission Log. Hosted by John Champion & 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 exam...
Feb 29, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 520
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Vis à Vis," Tom Paris craves adventure, and his wish is granted when Steth, a bodysnatching alien, steals his body and ships him off into deep space. Imposter Tom wanders Voyager, fixing and, just as quickly, breaking “his” life apart. Real Tom finds a way back to Voyager hoping to convince the crew of the Freaky Friday body switch with the aid of Steth’s previous victim. Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao Welcome to Mission Log , a Roddenberry Entertainment...
Feb 22, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 519
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "The Killing Game Part I & Part II," do you want to play a game? The crew of Voyager does not, but the Hirogen would love to. They lock the crew in the holodeck to play cat and mouse in Nazi-occupied France, but when the simulation seeps into the real world, the stakes become deadly. Hosted by John Champion & 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...
Feb 15, 2024•2 hr 40 min•Ep. 518
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Retrospect," the crew deals with a shady arms merchant while the Doctor and Seven must deal with a worrying recovered memory about him. As evidence mounts, both parties are displeased with the possible outcome. Hosted by John Champion & 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 episode of Star Trek , diving into its ethical sub...
Feb 08, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 517
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Prey," the Hirogen are enough of a nightmare for Voyager, but the situation gets more complicated when a stray 8472 shows up looking for refuge. And that battle is almost as tense as the one between Seven and Janeway. Hosted by John Champion & 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 episode of Star Trek , diving into its ethi...
Feb 01, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 516
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Hunters," things can't get more exciting for the Voyager crew when letters from home arrive. Unless, of course, the excitement also includes being hunted by ferocious killer aliens. Hosted by John Champion & 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 episode of Star Trek , diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural...
Jan 25, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 515
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Message in a Bottle," a communications relay opens a window for Voyager to communicate with the Alpha Quadrant. Maybe. The Doctor is the first to make contact, but he ends up on a Starfleet ship hijacked by Romulans. Plus, not all EMHs are the same. Hosted by John Champion & 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 episode of ...
Jan 18, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 514
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Waking Moments," you know things aren't right on Voyager when Tuvok shows up for work naked, Janeway sees ghosts, and Seven of Nine makes out with Harry Kim. A sleeping alien species brings nightmares to life. Hosted by John Champion & 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 episode of Star Trek , diving into its ethical subt...
Jan 11, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 513
In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Mortal Coil," Neelix is mortally wounded on an away mission, but Borg technology brings him back to life. That's just the start of his crisis as faith, family, and purpose all drive Neelix to reconsider his place in the universe. Hosted by John Champion & 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 episode of Star Trek , diving i...
Jan 04, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 512
As we ring in 2024, the crew at Mission Log want to thank you for your years of support and for sticking with us through the turbulence of 2023. With the new year beginning, we are proud to announce the new home of the Gene-ology podcast that will further examine the earliest TV writing of Gene Roddenberry. Don't forget to follow all of our great shows at podcasts.roddenberry.com Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn how we live the legacy ...
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