Mission Log: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast

By: Roddenberry Entertainment
  • Summary

  • 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!
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Episodes
  • Star Trek: Voyager, Season 6, Episode 24, "Life Line"
    May 1 2025

    In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “Life Line,” the Doctor makes a housecall in the Alpha Quadrant to help save his programmer’s life, but Lewis Zimmerman isn’t exactly thrilled to see his so-called greatest failure. Enter Reg Barclay, trying to hold it all together while Deanna Troi referees the emotional fallout. It's time for group therapy when Mission Log checks for a “Life Line.”

    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:

    The Insta360 camera - shoot 8K 360 degree video and choose your angles later! The first 30 Mission Log listeners get a free invisible selfie stick with code "missionlog"


    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 18 mins
  • Star Trek: Voyager, Season 6, Episode 23, "Fury"
    Apr 24 2025

    In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “Fury,” an older, angrier Kes returns, and she's not here for a reunion. With her power more intense and her bitterness boiling, she strikes down upon her former crewmates with great vengeance and furious anger. Now Janeway must outmaneuver a friend-turned-threat in a time-bending showdown. Mission Log goes head-to-head with "Fury."

    Hosted by John Champion and Charlie Carden

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    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

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Star Trek: Voyager, Season 6, Episode 22, "Muse"
    Apr 17 2025

    In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, “Muse,” B'Elanna and Harry crash the Delta Flyer on a planet with a pre-technology society. Making things more complicated, B'Elanna finds herself as the inspiration and central character for an aspiring playwright. The Prime Directive takes a backseat to landing the perfect plot twist when "Muse" 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, 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

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    1 hr and 12 mins

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