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Gene-ology: A Mission Log Look into Gene Roddenberry's Works

Gene-ology: A Mission Log Look into Gene Roddenberry's Works

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Gene-ology from Roddenberry Entertainment explores the earliest TV writing works of Gene Roddenberry. We dig deep into the Roddenberry archives, including scripts that were never produced, to discuss the themes of Gene's writing in the years prior to his best known creation, Star Trek. Buckle in and get ready for Gene-ology.2025 Art
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  • Gene-ology 87 - Cage At McNaab
    Dec 22 2025

    Welcome to Gene-ology, a podcast by Roddenberry Entertainment that dives deep into the early TV writing works of Gene Roddenberry.

    Tricked into a job that supposedly involves representing an innocent man from hanging at McNaab Prison, Paladin finds that he's traded places with the condemned, and everyone's so eager for an execution to no one hears his explanation that he's the wrong man in the "Cage At McNaab", Gene Roddenberry's penultimate episode of Have Gun - Will Travel.

    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 Have Gun - Will Travel.

    • Exploring Gene Roddenberry's 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.

    Join the Conversation
    What did you think of this episode? Share your thoughts, theories, and favorite moments in the comments or reach out to us on social media or email us at missionlog@roddenberry.com

    Did you know Roddenberry Podcasts is on YouTube? Find the video versions of your favorite shows like Mission Log: Prodigy, Mission Log: The Orville, as well as exclusive content only available on YouTube.

    Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@RoddenberryEntertainment?sub_confirmation=1

    Follow us on Social Media:
    INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/roddenberrypodcasts
    BLUESKY https://bsky.app/profile/roddenberrypod.bsky.social
    THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts
    FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod

    Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek, follow us here:
    RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryPodcasts
    RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryOfficial
    RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://www.instagram.com/TheRoddenberryFoundation

    Support the Show
    For as little as $1 a month, you can gain access to our Mission Log Discord Community! There, we continue the discussion with dedicated channels and a weekly video chat with the hosts. Become a member of our Patreon today! https://www.Patreon.com/MissionLog

    Subscribe and Stay Tuned
    Be sure to subscribe to Gene-ology for more deep dives into Gene Roddenberry's early works. New episodes are released regularly as we uncover more of Gene's television legacy.

    Gene-ology is produced by Roddenberry Entertainment. Executive producer Eugene "Rod" Roddenberry. Visit https://Podcasts.Roddenberry.com for more great content. Edited by Earl Green.

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    46 mins
  • Gene-ology 86 - Trial At Tablerock
    Dec 15 2025

    Welcome to Gene-ology, a podcast by Roddenberry Entertainment that dives deep into the early TV writing works of Gene Roddenberry.

    Summoned to the town of Tablerock to deal with a dangerous gunman, Paladin instead finds himself defending the accused in a court system that's rigged against him. Will any kind of justice be served after the "Trial At Tablerock"? It's a challenging Have Gun - Will Travel episode written by Gene Roddenberry.

    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 Have Gun - Will Travel.

    • Exploring Gene Roddenberry's 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.

    Join the Conversation
    What did you think of this episode? Share your thoughts, theories, and favorite moments in the comments or reach out to us on social media or email us at missionlog@roddenberry.com

    Did you know Roddenberry Podcasts is on YouTube? Find the video versions of your favorite shows like Mission Log: Prodigy, Mission Log: The Orville, as well as exclusive content only available on YouTube.

    Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@RoddenberryEntertainment?sub_confirmation=1

    Follow us on Social Media:
    INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/roddenberrypodcasts
    BLUESKY https://bsky.app/profile/roddenberrypod.bsky.social
    THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts
    FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod

    Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek, follow us here:
    RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryPodcasts
    RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryOfficial
    RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://www.instagram.com/TheRoddenberryFoundation

    Support the Show
    For as little as $1 a month, you can gain access to our Mission Log Discord Community! There, we continue the discussion with dedicated channels and a weekly video chat with the hosts. Become a member of our Patreon today! https://www.Patreon.com/MissionLog

    Subscribe and Stay Tuned
    Be sure to subscribe to Gene-ology for more deep dives into Gene Roddenberry's early works. New episodes are released regularly as we uncover more of Gene's television legacy.

    Gene-ology is produced by Roddenberry Entertainment. Executive producer Eugene "Rod" Roddenberry. Visit https://Podcasts.Roddenberry.com for more great content. Edited by Earl Green.

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    50 mins
  • Gene-ology 85 - Marshal of Sweetwater
    Dec 8 2025

    Welcome to Gene-ology, a podcast by Roddenberry Entertainment that dives deep into the early TV writing works of Gene Roddenberry.

    Paladin rides into town not looking for a fight for once, but a misguided old friend of his may give him one anyway, with tragic results. Our look at Gene Roddenberry's final Have Gun - Will Travel episodes continues with a visit to the Marshal of Sweetwater.

    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 Have Gun - Will Travel.

    • Exploring Gene Roddenberry's 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.

    Join the Conversation
    What did you think of this episode? Share your thoughts, theories, and favorite moments in the comments or reach out to us on social media or email us at missionlog@roddenberry.com

    Did you know Roddenberry Podcasts is on YouTube? Find the video versions of your favorite shows like Mission Log: Prodigy, Mission Log: The Orville, as well as exclusive content only available on YouTube.

    Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@RoddenberryEntertainment?sub_confirmation=1

    Follow us on Social Media:
    INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/roddenberrypodcasts
    BLUESKY https://bsky.app/profile/roddenberrypod.bsky.social
    THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts
    FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod

    Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek, follow us here:
    RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryPodcasts
    RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryOfficial
    RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://www.instagram.com/TheRoddenberryFoundation

    Support the Show
    For as little as $1 a month, you can gain access to our Mission Log Discord Community! There, we continue the discussion with dedicated channels and a weekly video chat with the hosts. Become a member of our Patreon today! https://www.Patreon.com/MissionLog

    Subscribe and Stay Tuned
    Be sure to subscribe to Gene-ology for more deep dives into Gene Roddenberry's early works. New episodes are released regularly as we uncover more of Gene's television legacy.

    Gene-ology is produced by Roddenberry Entertainment. Executive producer Eugene "Rod" Roddenberry. Visit https://Podcasts.Roddenberry.com for more great content. Edited by Earl Green.

    Show More Show Less
    52 mins
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