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Mission Log: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast

Mission Log: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast

By: Roddenberry Entertainment
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Mission Log is the Roddenberry Entertainment podcast dedicated to exploring the Star Trek universe—every episode, in series order. Our mission is to seek out the morals, meanings, and messages that define Gene Roddenberry’s vision. From the bedrock Original Series to the ever-expanding reaches of the franchise, we continue our journey, episode by episode, until there’s no more Star Trek to explore. Join us as we boldly go on this continuing mission!©2012 Roddenberry Entertainment Art Entertainment & Performing Arts
Episodes
  • Star Trek: Voyager, Season 7, Episodes 9 & 10, "Flesh and Blood"
    Aug 14 2025

    In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, Flesh and Blood, remember when Janeway handed over Starfleet holodeck tech to the Hirogen? Well, they ran with it, built a blood-soaked holosafari. Now their prey is sentient, self-aware, and hunting back. The Doctor is torn between creator and creation, and Voyager’s crew goes on the endangered species list. Mission Log enters “Flesh and Blood.”

    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 episode of Star Trek, diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural significance. From the show’s 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 we…

    • Recap the story and analyze key moments.
    • Discuss the morals, messages, and meanings of the dilemmas presented.
    • Debate whether the episode holds up and if the themes are still relevant.

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

    SPECIAL THANKS to the supporters of this week’s show:
    Chris Garis, Julie Miller, Stuart, Michael Park, Paul Shadwell, Matt Esposito, Alan Simonis, Mike Richards, David Takechi, Mike Schiable, VADM Erickson, and Lars Seme
    Thanks to all of our Patreon Supporters https://www.missionlogpodcast.com/sponsors/

    Want to share your thoughts on an upcoming episode? Email us at MissionLog@Roddenberry.com for a chance to be featured during the episode.

    Follow us on Social Media:

    INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryEntertainment

    THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts

    FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod

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

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

    Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn more about how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, creator of Star Trek, follow us here:

    RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/roddenberrypodcasts

    RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://www.instagram.com/roddenberryofficial

    THE RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://www.instagram.com/theroddenberryfoundation

    THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY:

    Listeners like you - Support Mission Log on Patreon for early access to shows and the Mission Log Discord!


    Subscribe and Stay Updated:

    Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your preferred podcast player, leave a review, and join Mission Log on the journey of weekly deep dives into the Star Trek universe.

    Technical Director - Earl Green
    Producer - John Champion
    Associate Producer - Jessica Lynn Verdi
    Executive Producer - Eugene “Rod” Roddenberry

    Roddenberry Entertainment | All Rights Reserved

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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • STLV FOMO 2025
    Aug 7 2025

    John and Norman drop in with a quick update for anyone feeling a little left out this convention season. While Mission Log is on a brief hiatus, our private Discord (a perk of Patreon membership) is running full warp with virtual programming — panels, watchalongs, community chats — your own personal Star Trek con from the comfort of home. We discuss the schedule here and tease what’s coming next week as we return to Voyager’s final season with the two-part epic “Flesh and Blood.”

    And if you are in Vegas this week, don’t forget to swing by the Factory Entertainment booth to check out their STLV exclusive collectibles, including the “Catspaw” Enterprise and the stunning Masterworks edition U.S.S. Voyager. Be sure to tell ’em Mission Log sent you!

    Hosted by John Champion and Norman Lao

    SPECIAL OFFER - take 10% off your first order at Factory Entertainment with code "missionlog" at checkout! Be sure to visit Facotry Entertainment at San Diego Comic Con (July 24-27, 2025) and Star Trek Las Vegas (August 7-10, 2025).

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

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

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

    THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY:

    Listeners like you - Support Mission Log on Patreon for early access to shows and the Mission Log Discord!


    Subscribe and Stay Updated:

    Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your preferred podcast player, leave a review, and join Mission Log on the journey of weekly deep dives into the Star Trek universe.

    Technical Director - Earl Green
    Producer - John Champion
    Associate Producer - Jessica Lynn Verdi
    Executive Producer - Eugene “Rod” Roddenberry

    Roddenberry Entertainment | All Rights Reserved

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    9 mins
  • Star Trek: Voyager, Season 7, Episode 8, "Nightingale"
    Jul 31 2025

    In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, Nightingale, while Voyager’s parked for repairs, Harry scores a temporary promotion and a whole new ship to command. Finally! But his first mission quickly gets complicated, especially when Janeway’s carefully negotiated peace might be the thing standing in his way. Nightingale flies into in this week’s 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 episode of Star Trek, diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural significance. From the show’s 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 we…

    • Recap the story and analyze key moments.
    • Discuss the morals, messages, and meanings of the dilemmas presented.
    • Debate whether the episode holds up and if the themes are still relevant.

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

    SPECIAL THANKS the supporters of this week’s show:
    Chris Garis, Julie Miller, Stuart, Michael Park, Paul Shadwell, Matt Esposito, Alan Simonis, Mike Richards, David Takechi, Mike Schiable, VADM Erickson, and Lars Seme
    Thanks to all of our Patreon Supporters https://www.missionlogpodcast.com/sponsors/

    Want to share your thoughts on an upcoming episode? Email us at MissionLog@Roddenberry.com for a chance to be featured during the episode.

    Follow us on Social Media:

    INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryEntertainment

    THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts

    FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod

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

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

    Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn more about how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, creator of Star Trek, follow us here:

    RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/roddenberrypodcasts

    RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://www.instagram.com/roddenberryofficial

    THE RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://www.instagram.com/theroddenberryfoundation

    THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY:

    Listeners like you - Support Mission Log on Patreon for early access to shows and the Mission Log Discord!


    Subscribe and Stay Updated:

    Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your preferred podcast player, leave a review, and join Mission Log on the journey of weekly deep dives into the Star Trek universe.

    Technical Director - Earl Green
    Producer - John Champion
    Associate Producer - Jessica Lynn Verdi
    Executive Producer - Eugene “Rod” Roddenberry

    Roddenberry Entertainment | All Rights Reserved

    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 18 mins
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