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Mission Log Live: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast

Roddenberry Entertainment
Star Trek
Star Trek Discovery
Strange New Worlds
Star Trek Lower Decks
Lower Decks
Starfleet
Gorn
Starfleet Academy
Progenitor Technology
Roddenberry Entertainment
Animation
Starbase 80
Breen
Gene Roddenberry
Comedy
Uhura
Spock
Michael Burnham
Saru
Star Trek: Lower Decks

A weekly live discussion around Star Trek Discovery and other Trek topics. We're on the Mission Log Facebook page every Monday at 7pm Pacific after each new episode of Discovery. Not into it? No worries. The discussion will be available here in its own feed each week.

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Latest Episodes

It's two podcasts for the price of one! Mission Log: Reactor gets creeped out as John and Jessica recap Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' house of space horrors, "The Griffin Incident", followed by Mission Log Live, where John and Holly scare up a numbe... more

After our Mission Log: Reactor review of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' season four premiere, "Valles Marineris," it's time to open the hailing frequencies. On this week's Mission Log Live, John and Holly say "hey" not to dinosaurs, but to our caller... more

We're back! And it's time to go BACK in time with Strange New Worlds!

Join us Mondays at 7PM PT/10PM ET for our live talkback for each episode, FREE on Patreon. We'll hear your thoughts and questions as we embark on this journey together! Sign up a... more

After our Mission Log: Reactor review of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 10, "Rubincon," it's time to open the hailing frequencies. On this week's Mission Log Live, John and Jessica welcome callers to share their reactions to Starfleet Academy's... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Anu
Guest on the panel
Star Trek community / academia
Episode: 278 - Rubincon
John Arminio
Guest contributor and commentator
Episode: 273 - Series Acclimation Mil
Dr. Dredd
Character guest appearing on the show
Star Trek universe
Episode: Mission Log Live 271 - Vitus Reflux
Kirsten Beyer
Co-writer and executive producer on Khan audio series; producer credits on Discovery, Picard, Strange New Worlds; Star Trek novelist
Kirsten Beyer (writer/producer)
Episode: Mission Log Live 269 - Sounding Off On Khan with Kirsten Beyer
Rod Roddenberry
Co-Executive Producer, Star Trek Strange New Worlds
Roddenberry Entertainment
Episode: Mission Log Live 268 - Season 3 Wrap with Rod Roddenberry
Ashley Thomas
Performer and contributor, part of the closing duet sequence
Mission Log Live team
Episode: Mission Log Live 267 - Season 3 Wrap-o-Rama!
Dr. Nani
Psychologist and commentator on Star Trek themes
Episode: Mission Log Live 257 - Hegemony
Jim Murray
Prop Master of Strange New Worlds
Paramount
Episode: Mission Log Live 253 - Lost In Translation with Jim Murray & Factory
Jordan Schwartz
Co-founder of Factory Entertainment
Factory Entertainment
Episode: Mission Log Live 253 - Lost In Translation with Jim Murray & Factory

Hosts

Jessica Lynn Verdi
Host of Mission Log Reactor and live discussion segments; long-running contributor to Trek-related discussions
John Champion
Host of Mission Log Reactor and live discussion segments; regular facilitator of live shows

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 189 ratings
  • Very painful when they get to Q and A.

    Straight up reviews of new shows are pretty good. Interviews and discussions get painful when they go to questions. Too many people use it to make a speech about themselves. They should limit it to questions. Maybe just play voicemails they can edit.

    Heather Rae has a voice for close captioning.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    AmityVilleNY
    United States6 months ago
  • Very painful when they get to Q and A.

    Straight up reviews of new shows are pretty good. Interviews and discussions get painful when they go to questions. Too many people use it to make a speech about themselves. They should limit it to questions. Maybe just play voicemails they can edit.

    Heather Rae has a voice for close captioning.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    AmityVilleNY
    United Statesa year ago
  • If you need to take 5 days to get back to an episode…

    Maybe it’s time to move on. Orginal host John Campion stated on the most recent episode that after 15 minutes it took him 5 days to get back to the episode. For the flagship Star Trek podcast, there is less review and general discussions to “well that’s not how I would do it”. I fully understand that the “Live!” Show isn’t really meant to be a review show but it seems like it’s more ace grinding and less critical or informed criticism.

    I’ve been a listener since the mothership show launched.... more

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    3
    JoyFamily
    United States2 years ago
  • VERY GOOD PODCAST ?

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    Homer2020
    4 years ago
  • VERY GOOD PODCAST 👍

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Homer2020
    4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Hosts balance enthusiasm with thoughtful critique, especially around storytelling decisions.
The show shines when it leans into live audience engagement and fan theories, though some listeners crave tighter Q&A segments.
The live discussions feel welcoming and community-driven, with strong Trek insight.
Listeners praise the accessibility of deep Trek lore presented in an engaging, conversational format.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mission Log Live 268 - Season 3 Wrap with Rod Roddenberry
Q: Rod, would you rather fight a gorn-sized Tribble or a hundred Tribble-sized Gorn?
Rod dodges the question with humor, suggesting neither option is ideal but leaning toward avoiding conflict and keeping things light, while highlighting how strategy and humor can coexist in a Star Trek context.
Mission Log Live 263 - What Is Starfleet?
Q: Ashley, what is Starfleet to you?
It is, I think, hope, family, happiness. I am uplifted by folks like you and the folks in our Discord.
Mission Log Live 252 - Bruce Horak
Q: What impact did playing Hemmer have on your view of representation?
Playing Hemmer was a significant milestone because it was rare to have a blind actor in such a role, and it positively affected the disability community.
Mission Log Live 252 - Bruce Horak
Q: What inspired you to disguise your disability in theater?
Growing up with a disability was a challenge, and I wanted to fit in with my peers, learning tricks to appear fully sighted.
251 - Making Lower Decks with Chris Prynoski & Barry Kelly
Q: Did any of the voice actors influence their characters?
Yes, the voice actors' performances, such as nuances and reactions, were influential in the animation of their characters.

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Live, audience-driven roundtables focus on Trek, with conversations that unpack latest Discovery episodes and broader Star Trek topics. Expect two core hosts guiding in-the-mock-live-fashion discussions, frequent caller and chat participation, and guest experts offering theater, science, and media perspectives. The show leans into detailed storytelling analysis, fan theories, and real-time audience engagement, often blending critique with celebratory fandom and behind-the-scenes context. Noteworthy feel includes an energetic, community-driven vibe, interludes for live questions, and a format that encourages both thoughtful analysis and playful banter. This should appeal to dedicated Trek fans who enjoy immediate reactions, interpretive deba... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Dr. Anu
2. John Arminio
3. Dr. Dredd
4. Kirsten Beyer
5. Rod Roddenberry
6. Ashley Thomas
7. Dr. Nani
8. Jim Murray

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