Hyperchannel: A Star Trek News Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Hyperchannel is a bite-sized podcast from Trek.fm hosted by Luke Weir that helps you keep your finger on the pulse of what's happening in the world of Star Trek each weekday.
Is there such a thing as too much information? Data certainly wouldn’t say so, but a mere human mind may not be capable of processing the terabytes of information we were given by the cast and crew of Star Trek: Discovery at the recent conventions. Find out if Luke Weir needs a brain transplant after summarizing all of the latest Star Trek news on this episode of Hyperchannel!
Pre-Convention News (00:01:10)
CBS All Access in Canada
CBC: http://trekfm.link/2uKLDIe
Zoe Saldana’s New Media Company
Hollywood Reporter: http://trekfm.link/2whNYKk
Chris Pine on TNT
Variety: http://trekfm.link/2wS5m6a
Bryan Fuller’s Vision for Star Trek: Discovery (00:03:18)
EW: http://trekfm.link/2v3zaKV
Discovery Convention News (00:05:26)
US Discovery Trailer: http://trekfm.link/2fNqAy1
Trailer Breakdown
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2uSkO0G
TrekNews: http://trekfm.link/2uKIyba
Everything Comic Con
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2wS617E
STLV Panels
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2uKLq7I
Character Details (00:05:48)
TrekToday: http://trekfm.link/2w4ayX3
Michael Burnham
TrekNews: http://trekfm.link/2uRLkal
Lt. Saru
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2vKRHh0
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2fM8OuS
Cadet Tilly
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2uRYmof
Lt. Tyler
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2i6B6ky
Sarek
TrekCore http://trekfm.link/2vFitJ7
Lt. Stamets
EW: http://trekfm.link/2v4aiCO
Dr. Culber
TrekNews: http://trekfm.link/2whLjAj http://trekfm.link/2uKN49A
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2vFD1l3
IMDB: http://trekfm.link/2x6FWkp
L’Rell
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2x6ysxZ
Klingons (00:10:47)
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2w3lxzY
EpicStream: http://trekfm.link/2uRWZG5
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2fMsEGv
STLV Panel on Creature Design
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2wSeNTh
Mature Content on Discovery (00:13:39)
EW: http://trekfm.link/2v3FDFy
TrekToday: http://trekfm.link/2whs2yQ
God (Not) Banned from Discovery (00:14:33)
Telegraph: http://trekfm.link/2wcSBWB
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2wSeYxV
Star Trek Timelines Interview (00:15:40)
Trek Stars Reacting to Discovery at STLV (00:25:15)
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2v3Z0yr
The Orville (00:27:29)
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2uS3Teu http://trekfm.link/2vFBewi http://trekfm.link/2i8ckR5
Deadline: http://trekfm.link/2whPBaP
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Discovery News, NASA Conspiracies, Trek Merch.
Star Trek: Discovery will premiere on September 24th (or September 25th outside of the US or Canada) and the anticipation is unbearable. This episode has all of the latest Discovery news, story details and production insights to keep you up to date on your future favorite show. Also, some Kelvin Timeline Trek stars have been making waves in recent blockbusters, NASA has been debunking some crazy conspiracies, and there’s suddenly a lot of Trek merch coming out that you might just need to get.
Star Trek: Discovery
Release Dates (00:01:03)
USA – CBS: http://trekfm.link/2tolDyv Variety: http://trekfm.link/2tfTpqZ
Canada – Space: http://trekfm.link/2tobUYW
International – The Independent: http://trekfm.link/2tobYIa
Promo Images (00:02:43)
Transporter Room – EW: http://trekfm.link/2sLy7Ox
Jason Isaacs as Captain Lorca – EW: http://trekfm.link/2tfXbAK
Producers Interview (00:03:33)
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2sozdR7 http://trekfm.link/2sL2qFe
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2tgc7Pr
TrekNews: http://trekfm.link/2sEWnH4
Jonathan Frakes Directing (00:09:10)
EW: http://trekfm.link/2toeFtm
Kelvin Timeline Stars on Screen (00:09:38)
Wonder Woman – Box Office Mojo: http://trekfm.link/2tPIgPq
The Mummy – Box Office Mojo: http://trekfm.link/2tHR5KG
NASA Conspiracies (00:11:02)
Fox News: http://trekfm.link/2tHHJhR
The Daily Beast: http://trekfm.link/2tfWhEs
Cool Star Trek Merch (00:12:32)
Star Trek Adventures Borg Cube Set –
Geek and Sundry: http://trekfm.link/2sEOVf0 Modiphius: http://trekfm.link/2soXlD2
Klingon Empire Travel Guide – ScreenRant: http://trekfm.link/2tfKbLj
Kelvin Timeline Art Books – TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2tKQ6J4
Discovery Novel/Comic – TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2tgdpKh
Coloring Books – TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2soTN3z
Calendars – TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2toAtVq
Canadian Stamps – StarTrek: http://trekfm.link/2sECXSH
Hallmark Gifts – TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2sEY1bI
Limited Edition Star Trek 3D Pen – Kickstarter: http://trekfm.link/2tHJL1i
Recommended Viewing (00:16:15)
RedShirtsAlwaysDie: http://trekfm.link/2tPKkXG
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
The time has finally come – the first official teaser trailer for Star Trek: Discovery has been released, and it has given Star Trek fans lots to talk about. In this episode, Luke Weir dives into some of the major discussions created by this trailer and speculates about some of the possible plot points and character info that Discovery’s creators want us to investigate. Also, Seth MacFarlane is bringing the first ever high-budget Star Trek spoof to network television this fall - find out about the concept and the cast of The Orville, along with so much more, on this episode of Hyperchannel.
Episode Order Increase / Aftershow (00:01:05)
TrekNews: http://trekfm.link/2rQevwg
IMDB: http://trekfm.link/2rfk0Sx
Discovery’s First Trailer (00:03:18)
Io9: http://trekfm.link/2qwuA6E
ListForUs: http://trekfm.link/2riIjRE
Polygon: http://trekfm.link/2qwLMJ1
Jason Isaacs & LeVar Burton (00:07:22)
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2sgBnli http://trekfm.link/2s9kSIg
Discovery Will Be Cinematic, Grittier (00:08:37)
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2rfzBkX
Bryan Fuller’s Series Recieves Early Renewal (00:09:38)
Deadline: http://trekfm.link/2qvbZfi
The Orville (00:10:02)
CriticalHit: http://trekfm.link/2qBwD8w
IMDB: http://trekfm.link/2rPRkT2
Recommendations (00:12:39)
Discovery Trailer (US): http://trekfm.link/2qwJ3zr
Discovery Trailer (Intl.): http://trekfm.link/2qBN7gK
The Orville Trailer: http://trekfm.link/2rQejx7
Discovery Trailer Supplemental Episode: http://trekfm.link/2r6NymR
Star Trek: The Motion Picture + Daft Punk: http://trekfm.link/2qvdpGE
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Star Trek: Discovery could have been delayed yet again by a seemingly inevitable writers strike from the WGA - thankfully, the guild and studios were able to resolve their differences, but on this episode we dive in to why the WGA was going to strike and how Star Trek has previously been affected by striking workers. Also, Star Trek Online recently debuted their Season 13 expansion, Discovery adds more actors and Leslie Moonves gives more insight into some of the inner workings of distributing the new flagship Star Trek series.
Home Video Awards (00:00:50)
TrekNews: http://trekfm.link/2qiv2Yh
Star Trek Online Season 13 (00:01:33)
ArcGames: http://trekfm.link/2qHAcP9
Bootleg DVD Sets (00:02:15)
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2pMqOWd
Writers Strike (00:02:58)
WGA: http://trekfm.link/2rg7CQV
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2r7rZn8 http://trekfm.link/2pLXEXr
Deadline: http://trekfm.link/2qiD1EP
Discovery Adds Actors (00:05:55)
TrekNews: http://trekfm.link/2rfWtjk
Clare McConnell Interview (TrekMovie): http://trekfm.link/2qkG7Xh
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2r76oLG
Leslie Moonves on Discovery (00:08:23)
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2rfZZtX http://trekfm.link/2qiuG3S
Recommendations (00:10:18)
What If Star Trek Had Never Existed? http://trekfm.link/2qllElg
New Episodes of The Ready Room: http://trekfm.link/2pNhQac
New Episodes of The Orb: http://trekfm.link/2pAsypA
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Star Trek: Discovery officially announces the remainder of its cast as production gets underway, Michael Dorn dispels rumors that he’ll be appearing on Discovery, Patrick Stewart is done with X-Men, Bridge Crew is delayed (again), and McDonald’s uses Star Trek imagery to promote a new burger in Japan.
DS9 Documentary (00:00:30)
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2q2wbjY http://trekfm.link/2oxN7hE
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2pRqn06
Patrick Stewart Done With X-Men (00:02:20)
io9: http://trekfm.link/2oUqKpy
Star Trek: Bridge Crew Delayed (00:03:23)
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2ogrh6w
UploadVR: http://trekfm.link/2q2xwHo
Star Trek Style McDonalds Promotion (00:04:25)
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2p43tQc
Mashable: http://trekfm.link/2oAdRxn
Star Trek: Discovery
Klingon Rumors (00:05:20)
TrekNews: http://trekfm.link/2poIlHl
ComicBook: http://trekfm.link/2ogsZoi
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2oxKGM8
Major Casting (00:07:09)
Jason Isaacs - io9: http://trekfm.link/2ogrM0d
Rainn Wilson - TrekNews: http://trekfm.link/2poW1SF
Sonequa Martin-Green - TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2q2LM2I
Polygon: http://trekfm.link/2oUrJ92
Supporting Cast (00:10:19)
TrekNews: http://trekfm.link/2oAbURC
Premiere Date Speculation (00:11:29)
MoviePilot: http://trekfm.link/2p7RGT9
Deadline: http://trekfm.link/2oAwl0x
Vulture: http://trekfm.link/2ogsYAL
Recommended Viewing (00:12:40)
Voyager Set Tour - Heroes&IconsTV: http://trekfm.link/2p82cd0
Chris Obi (@obidon1) Twitter: http://trekfm.link/2ogpuyd
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Discovery gains a new cast member but once again gets pushed from its expected release date, SpaceX gets back on track with a successful launch, Amazon's Alexa now answers to "Computer", and NASA pays tribute to the lives lost throughout our history of space exploration.
Stories
Star Trek: Discovery (00:00:21)
DSC Pushed Back
EW: http://trekfm.link/2knKAWg
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2kvTdk9
Sarek Casting: http://trekfm.link/2jJl6R4
DSC Teaser
CBS News: http://trekfm.link/2knBed5
TrekNews: http://trekfm.link/2l1bmng
Patrick Stewart Cast in Emoji Movie (00:03:23)
Nerdist: http://trekfm.link/2knKXQE
SpaceX (00:04:01)
Gizmodo: http://trekfm.link/2knK9eu
ArsTechnica: http://trekfm.link/2k21KHH
Asteroid Naming (00:04:39)
CNet: http://trekfm.link/2k1ZtMK
NASA: http://trekfm.link/2kyIc0Y
Amazon Alexa (00:04:57)
LifeHacker: http://trekfm.link/2k1MDOC
Star Trek Adventures (00:05:23)
Official Site: http://trekfm.link/2kntFTF
NASA Day of Remembrance (00:06:02)
NASA: http://trekfm.link/2jJqCDm
Astronaut Gene Cernan (00:06:33)
ABC News: http://trekfm.link/2k7pBZb
Recommended Viewing (00:07:30)
360 Video: http://trekfm.link/2jDMwws
Quantum is Calling: http://trekfm.link/2l1oGI3
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
The New Faces of Star Trek. Discovery's New Cast, Notable Passings, Series Boxed Sets, Tricorders.
In the first Hyperchannel of the new year, we catch up on the latest about new series boxed sets, new Discovery cast members, new comics... and new tricorders? Also, we pay tribute to some notable figures from Star Trek and the scientific community who recently passed away.
Stories
New Series Boxed Sets (00:00:38)
Enterprise Blu-ray Set: http://trekfm.link/2jK6GVf
Deep Space Nine DVD Set: http://trekfm.link/2ilWi0P
Voyager DVD Set: http://trekfm.link/2ipXsvq
TNG/Alien Crossover (00:01:54)
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2jBMosP
Roddenberry Graphic Novel (00:02:29)
Geek Nation: http://trekfm.link/2jd7NM8
Bryan Fuller No Longer Involved with Discovery (00:03:00)
Newsweek: http://trekfm.link/2jpvRcf
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2jK8KMS
Discovery's New Cast (00:04:13)
Michelle Yeoh, Anthony Rapp, Doug Jones
StarTrek.com: http://trekfm.link/2im3FWe
Entertainment Weekly: http://trekfm.link/2iNdeyj
Variety: http://trekfm.link/2iizAM9
Discovery's New Klingons (00:06:14)
StarTrek.com: http://trekfm.link/2iq52Gk
Sonequa Martin-Green (00:07:11)
Entertainment Weekly: http://trekfm.link/2jBRpSv
Other DSC Details
EP Alex Kurtzman: http://trekfm.link/2jC0j2d
Filming Schedule: http://trekfm.link/2jpizMV
Stage Nine Episode 28: http://trek.fm/stage-nine/28
Notable Passings (00:08:28)
Don Marshall: http://trekfm.link/2iNgcmA
John Glenn: http://trekfm.link/2jplXaH
Vera Rubin: http://trekfm.link/2iNgUjr
More info on Dark Matter: http://trekfm.link/2j6eduk
Anton Yelchin Exhibit (00:12:09)
Movie Web: http://trekfm.link/2jBPcXh
Fake Tricorders (00:12:47)
New York Daily News 1: http://trekfm.link/2ipZzzA
New York Daily News 2: http://trekfm.link/2iixI62
Recommended Viewing (00:13:31)
NASA On the Edge of Forever: http://trekfm.link/2iNeeCG
Voyager "Some Kind Of" Supercut: http://trekfm.link/2iiHrcu
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
Discovery's New Showrunners, Cruise Sweepstakes, ExoMars Crash, Fake Headlines
Find out how you could win a spot on next year's Star Trek cruise, why the ExoMars lander crashed on Mars, which headlines you should definitely not be clicking on Facebook, and why Bryan Fuller is stepping back from his role as showrunner on Star Trek: Discovery.
Stories
Bryan Fuller Steps Down as Showrunner (00:00:28)
Variety: http://trekfm.link/2e9eSKL
Cruise Sweepstakes (00:02:02)
Sweepstakes: http://trekfm.link/2frvb7r
Cruise Info: http://trekfm.link/2fi0N0h
Star Trek Gaming (00:03:04)
Star Trek Online Infographic: http://trekfm.link/2e99FCO
STO Update: http://trekfm.link/2eZbZeE
Bridge Crew Delayed: http://trekfm.link/2eQ6Kxb
Trek Actors in New Projects (00:04:08)
Chris Pine Joins 'A Wrinkle In Time': http://trekfm.link/2fi12Za
Patrick Stewart in 'Logan': http://trekfm.link/2dYODmR
ExoMars Lander Crash (00:05:03)
Gizmodo: http://trekfm.link/2eQ7m5R
Update: http://trekfm.link/2fi5bfF
Fake Headline (00:05:49)
TrekNews: http://trekfm.link/2fhZQVQ
Recommended Viewing (00:06:48)
Jaylah Halloween Makeup Tutorial: http://trekfm.link/2eHmrZQ
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Europe Celebrates Trek, Google's New AI, Obama on Star Trek
Europe recently celebrated Star Trek's 50th Anniversary at this year's Destination Star Trek Europe - we break down everything at that jam-packed convention, plus the details on Google's new Star Trek-inspired AI, President Obama's love of TOS, and more!
Stories
Destination Star Trek Europe (00:00:28)
Day 1: http://trekfm.link/2eh1WjX
Day 2: http://trekfm.link/2eMb7MS
Day 3: http://trekfm.link/2edwuEV
Rapid Fire News (00:04:45)
Beyond Beamed to the ISS: http://trekfm.link/2eigGn4
Shatner Supports Salmon Bill: http://trekfm.link/2egkMbP
Roddenberry Contest: http://trekfm.link/2eAUoNj
Roddenberry Pictures: http://trekfm.link/2dKWwgH
Google Assistant (00:06:27)
New York Times: http://trekfm.link/2eh22Z5
Slate: http://trekfm.link/2eifpN5
Recommended Reading and Viewing (00:08:12)
President Obama on Star Trek (VIDEO): http://trekfm.link/2doe29s
President Obama on Space Travel: http://trekfm.link/2dogzQJ
US Presidential Candidates on Space Travel: http://trekfm.link/2dKXSYO
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Beyond Commentary, J.J. Abrams, Portal 47 Open House
Larry Nemecek joins us to talk about the upcoming free online open house for Portal 47 featuring Robert Butler, director of the first TOS pilot "The Cage". Plus, Star Trek Beyond's commentary track, Patrick Stewart's latest projects, and J.J. Abram's affinity for lens flare.
Stories
Star Trek Beyond Commentary (00:01:06)
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2dEU7ZV
J.J. Abrams (00:01:48)
Cinema Blend: http://trekfm.link/2dINlzb
Huffington Post: http://trekfm.link/2dVHeGo
Patrick Stewart (00:03:11)
StarTrek.com: http://trekfm.link/2dZmL7M
Star Trek Polls (00:03:38)
StarTrek.com: http://trekfm.link/2dYWTDR
Star Trek Beyond Bloopers (00:04:33)
Blastr: http://trekfm.link/2dpWwCq
Larry Nemecek on Portal 47 (00:05:10)
Portal 47: http://portal47.net/
Open House: http://portal47.net/specialevent/
@larrynemecek on Twitter
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Classic Comic Con, The Circuit, New Soundtrack, Mars Missions.
Voyager's Manu Intiraymi joins us to discuss his upcoming appearances at Classic Comic Con and his new fan-funded anthology film project "The Circuit." Plus, details on the latest Star Trek soundtrack release, new plans to colonize Mars, and more!
Stories
Star Trek: Enterprise Collection Volume II (00:00:33)
La-La Land Records: http://trekfm.link/2dtB7IX
The Animated Series Standalone Blu-rays (00:01:09)
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2d996v8
Star Trek Online Timeline Infographic (00:01:42)
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2dtAKOJ
Mars Missions (00:02:03)
USA Today: http://trekfm.link/2dFZdUi
Gizmodo: http://trekfm.link/2cXWm57
NPR: http://trekfm.link/2dmJ0mk
Manu Intiraymi Interview (00:03:59)
Classic Comic Con 2016 (00:27:12)
Info: http://trekfm.link/2d7EQ08
Twitter: http://trekfm.link/2cXYXvF
The Circuit (00:32:09)
Website: http://trekfm.link/2dtBdk1
Kickstarter: http://trekfm.link/2dtrjmF
Launch Video: http://trekfm.link/2dBRuDX
Facebook: http://trekfm.link/2cDLNrD
Twitter: http://trekfm.link/2dnIUY9
Instagram: http://trekfm.link/2dtCU0B
Tumblr: http://trekfm.link/2d9abTD
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Release Dates, Anniversary Art Prints, Giacchino, Kirk Statue.
We finally have official details on all of the Star Trek Beyond Blu-ray sets, and Mike & Denise Okuda's updated Star Trek Encyclopedia finally has a release date! Plus, composer Michael Giacchino is crossing over from one "Star" franchise to another, 50th Anniversary art prints are now available, and Riverside, Iowa, wants to erect a statue of James T. Kirk.
Stories
Star Trek Beyond Blu-rays (00:00:23)
StarTrek.com: http://trekfm.link/2cKChil
IGN: http://trekfm.link/2cKCFO1
50th Anniversary Art Prints (00:03:26)
StarTrek.com: http://trekfm.link/2d87zDm
Michael Giacchino (00:03:46)
Hollywood Reporter: http://trekfm.link/2cPz3MF
Star Trek Encyclopedia (00:04:29)
StarTrek.com: http://trekfm.link/2cYYVox
Kirk Statue (00:05:15)
GoFundMe: http://trekfm.link/2d6cMrD
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Majel Barrett's Phonetic Recordings, Discovery Gets Pushed to May, the Latest in Space Travel.
Phonetic recordings Majel Barrett give hope that she may still voice the computer in future iterations of Star Trek. Plus, Discovery's premiere gets pushed back to May, and we discuss the latest advances in training and technology used in space travel.
Stories
Majel Barrett's Voice May Return to Star Trek (00:00:27)
io9: http://trekfm.link/2cExh1D
Blastr: http://trekfm.link/2cWaigl
Bryan Fuller's "Touchstone" TOS Episode (00:01:20)
Blastr: http://trekfm.link/2cGUixM
DSC Pushed Back to May (00:02:09)
Deadline: http://trekfm.link/2d7OVvY
Dr. McCoy Tribute (00:03:48)
Facebook: http://trekfm.link/2cwx2rV
Antarctic Training (00:04:30)
NASA: http://trekfm.link/2d7Pnub
Astronaut Hibernation (00:05:57)
Space: http://trekfm.link/2cWaLyX
The New Glenn (00:07:02)
Gizmodo: http://trekfm.link/2cWb6l9
SpaceX Resuming Launches (00:07:30)
Gizmodo: http://trekfm.link/2cu2D8p
Recommended Viewing (00:07:46)
Tom Hanks on TWOK set: http://trekfm.link/2cGVdOH
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Leonard Nimoy Documentaries, The Roddenberry Vault, More 50th Anniversary Celebration.
The highly anticipated documentary For The Love of Spock is now available, but it's not the only Leonard Nimoy doc coming this year. Also, we have more details about the Roddenberry Vault Blu-ray set, and you'll soon be able to take calls on your very own Bluetooth-enabled TNG combadge.
Stories
For The Love of Spock (00:00:22)
Website: www.fortheloveofspock.com
Details: http://trekfm.link/2cnHSfy
Video Clip: http://trekfm.link/2cbIFBD
COPD Documentary (00:01:55)
Website: www.copdllap.com
Details: http://trekfm.link/2c7z4gx
More on COPD: http://trekfm.link/2c5LNvu
The Roddenberry Vault (00:02:59)
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2csBjds
New TNG Comm Badge (00:04:06)
Details: http://trekfm.link/2c5MQvr
Preorder: http://trekfm.link/2cTSAu6
Facebook's Tribute (00:04:35)
Entertainment Weekly: http://trekfm.link/2csuaXu
TOS Theme Lyrics (00:05:23)
The Los Angeles Times: http://trekfm.link/2co3TvI
Recommended Reading (00:05:48)
TOS Reviews: http://trekfm.link/2c7BoEj
Janeway Tribute: http://trekfm.link/2cTT2IS
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Star Trek Forever Stamps, All Star Crew, Star Trek Online, Discovery Writers Panel.
Fans from all over the world came together to celebrate Star Trek's 50th Anniversary at the first ever Mission: New York convention. We go through the con day by day and talk about highlights from cast panels, some exciting product launches, and the newest details that writers Kirsten Beyer and Nicholas Meyer revealed about Star Trek: Discovery.
Stories
Mission: New York
Overview: http://trekfm.link/2cDMgtr
Day 1 (00:00:42)
Highlights: http://trekfm.link/2cD3K6r
Scott Bakula's Canada Dry Commercial: http://trekfm.link/2bZJ78A
Star Trek Forever Stamps: http://trekfm.link/2cD3Gn8
Day 2 (00:03:05)
Highlights: http://trekfm.link/2ca7BX9
Day 3 (00:04:44)
Highlights: http://trekfm.link/2bZJRL3
50th Anniversary All-Star Crew: http://trekfm.link/2ceJlGM
Star Trek Online (00:06:50)
STO Coming to Consoles: http://trekfm.link/2bZEaKm
Console Exclusives: http://trekfm.link/2cD4HvL
PS4 Trophies: http://trekfm.link/2ceIsOm
3D Printed Ship Models: http://trekfm.link/2c8BDuL
Star Trek: Discovery Panel (00:08:25)
io9: http://trekfm.link/2cbzlNz
StarTrek.com: http://trekfm.link/2bVeFex
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2clVWZ6
The Trek Collective: http://trekfm.link/2bVf0Oo
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2bVfdRW
Recommended Reading (00:14:48)
CNET's Star Trek at 50 Coverage: http://trekfm.link/2cuFjYi
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Commercial-free CBS All Access, SpaceX Explosion, 50th Anniversary Products, Events and Marathons.
Star Trek's 50th Anniversary is coming up on September 8. And whether you're staying home all day for a marathon, trying out some Star Trek-inspired makeup, or investing in a huge 30-disc TOS collector's set, there are lots of ways to geek out and celebrate the golden anniversary of your favorite franchise. Plus, CBS All Access finally has a commercial free option, and we talk about the SpaceX rocket explosion.
Stories
Commercial Free Option on CBS All Access (00:00:30)
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2bVjZe4
CBS: http://trekfm.link/2bHouNg
Nichelle Nichols on The Young and the Restless (00:01:54)
StarTrek.com: http://trekfm.link/2bXL7fb
SpaceX Explosion (00:02:31)
Popular Mechanics: http://trekfm.link/2bVkJji
Time: http://trekfm.link/2bHmP5q
50th Anniversary Celebrations
Marathons (00:04:06)
Canada: http://trekfm.link/2c9JR7T
UK: http://trekfm.link/2bJjeXH
US: http://trekfm.link/2c9J2Mj
H&I: http://trekfm.link/2bON0aR
Smithsonian (00:05:42)
Building Star Trek Preview Video: http://trekfm.link/2ckkYZ9
Interview with Executive Producer: http://trekfm.link/2bVlfhr
Boldly Go 50
Mashable: http://trekfm.link/2ciEfHn
Film Screenings (00:07:37)
Beyond Returns to IMAX
IMAX: http://trekfm.link/2ckliHc
TIFF Film Series
StarTrek.com:http://trekfm.link/2bYRLTZ
50th Anniversary Collector's Blu-rays (00:08:15)
IGN: http://trekfm.link/2cvkIb9
M-A-C Cosmetics (00:08:48)
Makeup Tutorials: http://trekfm.link/2cvlxAE
Photo Essay: http://trekfm.link/2c6nGB0
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Streaming Discovery Worldwide, DSC Details from Bryan Fuller.
Everybody's going crazy over the latest details from Bryan Fuller about his new series Star Trek: Discovery, so we're taking a whole episode to go over everything we learned from Fuller's recent interview. Plus, we review how Trekkies across the globe will be able to watch the new Star Trek series.
Stories
Who Has DSC Streaming Rights? (00:00:31)
US and International: http://trekfm.link/2bSzJRa
Canada: http://trekfm.link/2bynXNp
The Latest DSC Details (00:03:01)
TrekMovie: http://trekfm.link/2cnWYp6
Bryan Fuller's Audio Interview (Hour 1, Parts 1 & 2)
http://trekfm.link/2bx00Yc
Closing Thoughts (00:08:41)
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
John Cho's New Film, Chris Pine's Duet, The Planetary Post, and Project Enterprise.
John Cho and Michelle Forbes co-star in an upcoming film, Chris Pine lands the singing gig of a lifetime, Robert Picardo hosts The Planetary Post, and Project Enterprise seeks to rebuild one of the most iconic spaceships in science fiction.
Stories
John Cho in Columbus (00:00:33)
The Republic: http://trekfm.link/2c5HDIm
NBC News: http://trekfm.link/2bQIEnf
Chris Pine's Duet (00:01:09)
Playbill: http://trekfm.link/2bIeQsy
The Planetary Post (00:02:21)
Planetary Society: http://trekfm.link/2bOYJIN
Project Enterprise (00:03:07)
Website: http://projectenterprise.space
Kickstarter: http://trekfm.link/2bu2EI7
Recommended Reading
Scientists Inspired by Star Trek (00:07:09)
Sociolinguist: http://trekfm.link/2bqIAfW
Vulcanologist: http://trekfm.link/2bY737V
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Quantum Communication / Beyond Heads to China / Blu-ray Release.
Could China’s recent developments in quantum communication be the precursor to Star Trek’s transporter technology? Will the country also give Star Trek Beyond a boost? And what should you expect from the Beyond Blu-ray gift sets? Plus, have we already met Star Trek: Discovery’s protagonist?
Chapters
Quantum Communication (00:00:57)
Story: http://trekfm.link/2bkCVH2
In-Depth explanation: http://trekfm.link/2bCeYab
Star Trek Beyond Headed to China (00:02:38)
TrekCore: http://trekfm.link/2bz6Vh0
Star Trek Beyond Blu-ray Sets (00:04:15)
StarTrek.com: http://trekfm.link/2biySWV
The Trek Collective: http://trekfm.link/2cacmFp
Recommended Reading
Have We Already Met Discovery’s Protagonist? (00:05:35)
Blastr: http://trekfm.link/2bYt0qu
Host
Luke Weir
Production
Luke Weir (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Introducing your new host, Luke Weir.
After 154 episodes of this incarnation of Hyperchannel, it’s time for C Bryan Jones to pass the mic. In this special episode he is joined by new host Luke Weir to talk about the history of the show—which began in 2010 and includes Tristan Riddell plus a long run as video—as well as some history of the Trek.fm network. We also discuss our favorite Star Trek news stories from recent weeks, and fill you in on what to expect as Hyperchannel undergoes another transition under Luke’s guidance.
Hosts
C Bryan Jones and Luke Weir
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
Two WeLoveFine Contest Entries You’ll Want.
Back on Hyperchannel 145 we told you about the WeLoveFine.com Star Trek 50th Anniversary Design Contest, in which creative fans can fight it out with Bézier curves instead of anbo-jyutsu sticks. Jumping into the ring is none other than our art director, Aaron Harvey, and he’s armed with two designs that you’re going to want. We tell you all about the entries and how you can cast your
Vote4Harvey.
View and vote for “Bold Adventure”:
http://trekfm.link/votedesign1
View and vote for “Pushing Boundaries”:
http://trekfm.link/votedesign2
View all contest entries:
http://trekfm.link/welovefine50
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
50 Artists, 50 Years Goes International.
Back in January, on Hyperchannel 112, we told you about a calendar from Universe Publishing called “50 Artists. 50 Years.” This 11x14-inch offering will feature original pieces by artists from around the world designed to mark the golden anniversary of the franchise. Now news has come down that an art exhibition will debut at Michael J. Wolf Fine Arts in San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter during Comic-Con… and then the show will go global.
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
TrekZone.org talks to Roddenberry about Star Trek 2017.
News that Gene Roddenberry’s son, Eugene “Rod” Roddenberry has been named an executive producer of the new series has been well received by fans. But what does Rod think about the project? Going beyond the short quote that has accompanied the announcement, TrekZone.org’s Matt Miller gets Rod on camera for a 12-minute chat about Trek. We share our thoughts on what Rod said.
Watch the video interview on TrekZone.org:
http://trekzone.org/padd/nwz/articles/2016/20160323_01.htm
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Mega Bloks and Spock Team Up for Kubros Launch.
Mega Brands, the Mattel-owned maker of the Mega Bloks construction set toys, is promising an 8-Bit invasion with their new line of figures called Kubros. The idea is that you can build and collect your favorite pop culture icons, so of course Star Trek is included in the initial group of six figures. The representative? Spock, of course! We take a look at the logical offering, who will be joining him, and open up the floor to your brick-based wishes.
Check out the Spock Kubros figure in detail:
https://collectors.megabloks.com/en-gb/kubros/playsets/spock-dtf91
Download the assembly instructions PDF:
https://s2.megabrandsmedia.com/catalog/instructions/products/instruction-spock-dtf91-14294.pdf
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Adam Nimoy’s Documentary to Debut at Tribeca Film Festival.
Adam Nimoy’s documentary about his dad, Leonard Nimoy, is a project that Adam originally set out to do with his dad; but, of course, circumstance changed that. The project went on to become the most successful documentary project in the history of Kickstarter raising $662,640 from 9,439 backers. Now it’s done, and the premiere is coming up in April at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York. We look at the project and the screening schedule.
View the For the Love of Spock Tribeca Film Festival page:
https://tribecafilm.com/filmguide/tribeca-tune-in-for-the-love-of-spock-2016
Listen to Adam Nimoy on The Ready Room:
http://www.trek.fm/the-ready-room/179
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
4K HDR Wrath of Khan headed our way.
Many fans have been waiting for new prints of the Star Trek films, which have been looking increasingly rough with each release. If you own the Blu-rays, you'll know that these movies don't look quite like what you expected when you dished out for the newer, high-definition format. Paramount is starting to do something about that—at least with the most popular of the films, Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. Nicholas Meyer revealed on Facebook that a 4K Ultra High Definition (or UHD) release is on the way.
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Polynesian Island Nation Issues New Stamps.
The nations of the world are again honoring Star Trek with special issue postage stamps. We talked about Palau and Guyana, who have issued DS9 collections, Liberia, who has issued an Enterprise collection, and of course the U.S., who will have a special 50th anniversary stamp this year. Now we add to the list the small Polynesian island nation of Tuvala, whose new six-stamp sheet honors the women of Star Trek. Plus, there a single-stamp sheet for one very popular character.
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Star Trek Fans Outside U.S. Still Waiting for Details.
CBS President Les Moonves recently made comments about interest from international distributors in the new Star Trek series. He said that international money will cover 60% of the production cost. Some took this as a sign that access to Star Trek 2017 will be plentiful for all, regardless of geography. But Moonves actually said nothing. There were no details. We share why we’re still concerned and why only the details of an actual plan will put the minds of non-American fans at ease.
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
WeLoveFine.com Star Trek 50th Anniversary Contest.
One of the greatest things about Star Trek fandom is the creativity that it inspires. Just look around the internet and you'll see the amazing illustrations and designs created by those who love the franchise. Sometimes the creators are professional artists, and sometimes they’re fans who work in other fields but have a wonderful talent for art. If this describes you, WeLoveFine is offering you the chance to share your designs that honor Star Trek’s golden anniversary—and win great prizes in the process.
Get the full details and the entry kit:
http://community.welovefine.com/m/contests/detail/star-trek-50-contest
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Ellison’s Original Teleplay Audiobook.
If you’re a fan who loves Star Trek enough to be reading this, you’re probably already familiar with the story and the drama that surrounded the famous TOS episode “The City On the Edge of Forever,” and how Harlan Ellison’s original story differed significantly from what made it to screen. Now SkyBoat Media, the Los Angeles-based audiobook publisher, is set to bring the original teleplay to life through an audio reenactment—working together with the author. We explore the details of the project and how you can help make it happen.
Check out the City On the Edge of Forever Kickstarter:
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/342254102/a-skyboat-audiobook-of-harlan-ellisons-star-trek-t
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
TNG and DS9 Visual Artist Dies at 60.
We’ve lost a lot of members of the Star Trek family over the past year, and it’s always sad. In many cases, we’ve lost those who worked on The Original Series, which is understandable as we’re now in the 50th year since that show premiered. But when we lose those who are much younger, it’s especially sad. And that’s the case with the latest loss, Gary Hutzel, who has passed away at the young age of 60. He died of an apparent heart attack, according to Hollywood Reporter. We look back at his contributions to Star Trek.
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C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Rod Roddenberry Named Executive Producer.
When the new Star Trek series premieres in early 2017, it will carry the name Roddenberry. And not just “based upon Star Trek, created by Gene Roddenberry,” but as an actual executive producer. CBS has named Gene’s son, Eugene “Rod” Roddenberry, to the impressive creative team that includes Bryan Fuller and Nick Meyer. We share our thoughts on the move and what it means for Star Trek.
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
QMx Unveils Enterprise Replicas Old and New.
As collectors, when we find out that something is in the pipeline—especially if we are actually shown the item—we get really excited. When that item then never comes out, it can be disappointing. We look at a long-delayed Enterprise plus a couple of new ones from Quantum Mechanix.
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C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Meyer Says Star Trek VI Could Be Starting Point.
The news that Nick Meyer has joined the Star Trek 2017 team has sent most fans over the moon. Comments the writer/director made in a recent Den of Geek interview might propel them all the way to Khitomer. Meyer revealed that Bryan Fuller is a fan of Star Trek VI and that the final TOS movie could be the touchstone and starting point for the next series. We share our thoughts on what this could mean for plot and setting.
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C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
CBS Takes TED Talks Format Into the Future.
Inspired by the well-known TED Talks—which have covered Trek in the past with George Takei and J.J. Abrams—CBS is setting up a series of "Trek Talks" to provide an entertaining and educational forum for discussion of how Star Trek had influenced our world. Taking place at conventions as well as other locations such as museums and even NASA facilities, Trek Talks will cover topics ranging from technological advancements to racial and economic equality … and beyond.
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C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Star Trek: Mission New York Names Its Headliner.
William Shatner is set to headline the CBS and ReedPop event that will bring the Trek con circuit back to its birthplace: New York City. The first Star Trek convention took place January 21-23, 1972, at the Statler Hotel, and, of course, it celebrated The Original Series. Now Captain Kirk himself will lead the return to NYC with Star Trek: Mission New York, scheduled for September 2-4 at the Javits Center in Manhattan.
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Nick Meyer Joins the Star Trek 2017 Staff.
With the appointment of Bryan Fuller as showrunner and the rumors that Tony Todd is on the short list for casting, there’s a lot for Star Trek fans to be excited about when it comes to the new series. But the biggest news of all might just be the addition of Nick Meyer to the team as writer and consulting producer. The role Nick Meyer played in setting Star Trek on a course to endure for what is now half a century—beginning with The Wrath of Khan—cannot be understated. We share our thoughts on CBS’s decision to bring him aboard for the next chapter in the Star Trek saga.
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C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Tony Todd on Star Trek Casting Short List.
We still don’t have much information about what the next series, slated for launch in early 2017, will hold. We don’t know the premise, we don’t know which universe it will be in … but we do have our first rumor of who might be in the cast. Star Trek veteran Tony Todd revealed in an episode of the MORTIS podcast that he is on “a very short list” for a role in the new series.
Check out the MORTIS podcast episode:
http://mortis.buzzsprout.com/42360/354909-mortis-bonus-minisode
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Star Trek Horizon Premiere.
Four years in the making, Tommy Kraft’s Enterprise-era Star Trek film is at last spreading its wings. In 2160, the Coalition of Planets, a young alliance of worlds led by Earth, is at war with the Romulan Empire. Desperate for a chance to gain the upper hand in the war, the Coalition forms an alliance with T’mar, a Romulan defector, in the hope that she can provide valuable intelligence on her former masters. We look back at our journey watching the project unfold and Tommy’s diverse talents as the NX-04 Discovery heads into battle.
Check out Star Trek Horizon:
http://www.startrekhorizon.com
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
The Latter Fire Preview.
The five-year mission of the Starship Enterprise has brought the vessel and her crew to the forefront of an important first contact situation … and it’s all played out in James Swallow’s new novel The Latter Fire. We take a quick look at the premise of the story and share some of our past experiences going behind-the-scenes with James, including how the author made your Hyperchannel host officially part of the Star Trek universe.
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C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
New Greg Cox Novella.
Diplomats, mysterious signals, and crash landings. They’re all part of Miasma, the latest eNovella adventure from Pocket Books, penned by Star Trek veteran Greg Cox. Spanning just 99 pages, the compact thrill ride finds the landing party stranded on a hostile world—unable to communicate with the Enterprise—while Captain Kirk and Saavik race to save the day. We take a quick look at the premise and share some thoughts on the eNovella format.
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Eaglemoss Releases Enterprise 1701 Dedication Plaque.
The starships that British replica maker Eaglemoss has been making over the past few years are fantastic. If we could zoom inside one of those ships, we'd find a little dedication plaque on the bridge. Luckily, for key Federation ships, they’ve produced replicas of those plaques as well. You can already hang those of the Enterprise-D, Enterprise-E, Enterprise NX-01, Voyager, and the Defiant on your wall, and now you can add the dedication plaque from the original 1701 to that collection as well. We take a look at the replica Eaglemoss has created with with the help of Mike Okuda.
View Mike Okuda’s design brief on StarTrek.com:
http://www.startrek.com/article/tos-enterprise-dedication-plaque-from-eaglemoss
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Replicator Challenge Calls Upon Students K-12.
NASA and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Foundation have teamed up with Future Engineers, sponsored by the ASME Foundation, for a challenge in which students K-12 will create digital 3D models of a non-edible, food-related items for astronauts to 3D print in the year 2050. With the range of things that can be printed in 2016, it very much feels like we have proto-replicators in our lives now; but we’re just at the beginning. The future holds amazing things, and these children will lead the way! We share details of the contest, entry information, and how you can help nurture the next generation.
Host
C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Star Trek Scenic and Graphic Designer Passes Away.
The art department was critical to bringing Star Trek to life, and another member of the family has been lost. Anthony Fredrickson, who worked on The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, Enterprise, Generations, First Contact, Insurrection, Nemesis, Star Trek: The Experience, Star Trek World Tour, and the Starfleet Medical Reference Guide, died of a heart attack on February 15. We take a moment to look back on his contributions.
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C Bryan Jones
Production
C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Spin Master Puts the Enterprise-A in Your Hands.
These days you don’t need to attend Starfleet Academy to take the helm of a starship. Thanks to Spin Master, you can fly the 1701-A anywhere you want. The mission of the Enterprise is in your hands with this four-rotor drone that look like the classic ship seen in the TOS films. Here’s what you can expect as you take to the skies.
Check out images of the drone on Gizmodo’s Toyland:
http://toyland.gizmodo.com/you-dont-need-any-starfleet-training-to-fly-this-star-t-1758968637
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Star Trek Stays on Amazon Prime.
A while back we talked about the fact that Star Trek was leaving the Amazon Prime streaming service in February. Suddenly now the countdown that was being displayed in the Prime interface has disappeared, so it seems that departure is no longer imminent. Does this signal a change in tactic for CBS? It’s unclear. But it does look better for those who want to keep Trek on their favorite streaming service. We share our thoughts on the new development.
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Star Trek goes plush, plastic, and precious.
As we head farther into this anniversary year, Star Trek licensees are assembling a fleet of new toys and collectibles to launch a full-scale invasion of our fandom—and many of these items are on display at the annual Toy Fair in New York City. Ranging from plush animals to starships to forget-me-nots, there’s a lot to like in this latest lineup. And if chess is your game, well, you’d better start exhibiting three-dimensional thinking. We run down some of the highlights of the Toy Fair.
Check out images of the toys on StarTrek.com:
http://www.startrek.com/article/trek-licensees-out-in-force-at-toy-fair
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
New Star Trek exhibition coming to the EMP Museum.
Yet another destination has been added to the growing family of events that are celebrating the 50th anniversary of Star Trek—and this time it’s an exhibition. Titled Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds, the event that kicks off May 21 at the EMP Museum in Seattle will showcase Star Trek’s significant impact on culture, society, arts, sports, technology, and fashion thorough a collection rare artifacts, set pieces, props, and hands-on interactive activities. We fill you in on the plans.
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Could Bryan Fuller reboot TNG?
We now know who will helm the new Star Trek series coming in early 2017. But what form might that series take? Where on the timeline will it fall? Will it be prime universe or Abramsverse. No one knows. But Bryan Fuller might. He has made comments in the past about things he would like to do with Star Trek. And citing pieces from Crave Online and Variety, Michael Hinman speculates that this could mean a reboot of The Next Generation. We share our thoughts on the possibility.
Read Michael’s article on 1701News.com:
http://1701news.com/node/1017/could-fullers-trek-series-re-boot-tng.html
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Larry Nemecek talks about Star Trek 2017’s new show-runner.
Finally the silence is broken and CBS has announced who will helm the new Star Trek television series … and it’s none other than Trek veteran Bryan Fuller. Having written 22 stories spanning DS9 and Voyager, and serving as executive story editor for Voyager’s sixth and seventh seasons as well as co-producer during the seventh, Fuller knows his Trek. Now that he has been named co-creator and executive producer of Star Trek 2017, what might be in the cards for this next incarnation of Gene Roddenberry’s vision? Star Trek historian Larry Nemecek joins us for a quick chat about why he’s so excited about the appointment and what we might see from Fuller.
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Doug Jung talks writing Beyond with Pegg.
When we hear about the script for the next Star Trek film, we mostly here about Simon Pegg. But the actor pulling double duty as Chief Engineer Scott teamed up with Doug Jung to quickly pen a script that would keep production on schedule. In a recent episode of the Writer’s Bone podcast, the Star Trek Beyond co-writer explained what it was like penning a new story with Pegg and what they are trying to bring to Star Trek. We share our thoughts on his comments.
Listen to the Writer’s Bone podcast:
http://www.writersbone.com/podcastsarchive/2016/1/31/episode-107-screenwriter-doug-jung
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Dad builds son an Enterprise bridge.
If you’re like many kids, you probably had a playset based on your favorite franchise when you were growing up. And chances are that playset was made of cardboard or plastic. Inspired by his collection of TOS Playmates figures, one dad took it upon himself to recreate the original 1701 bridge from real wood … to the delight of his eight-year-old son. We take a look at this amazing project.
View the step-by-step project details on Instructables.com:
http://www.instructables.com/id/Star-Trek-Enterprise-Bridge-Playset/?ALLSTEPS
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
William Shatner might play Kirk again.
Rumors were flying around for a long time that Shatner might appear in Star Trek Beyond as Kirk—and reportedly Orci, Payne, and McKay even had a story that included this. Those rumors were put to bed, and Shatner himself denied them as recently as last month in a Hollywood Reporter piece. But in a new piece from Hollywood Report—which draws upon an interview they did on their Awards Chatter podcast—Shatner says that he might yet return to play Kirk. We share our thoughts on the subject.
Listen to the Awards Chatter podcast with William Shatner:
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/node/856986
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Nichelle Nichols + the Enterprise Refit Rebuild.
The 1701 refit that made its debut in Star Trek: The Motion Picture is for many fans the favorite of all Enterprise designs. It was used in the first six films, but over time became worn. In 2006, the model disappeared into private hands. Now, the team that originally built it is preparing to do it again through Project Enterprise. And Nichelle Nichols, the actress who played the ship’s communications officer, has offered her support as the official spokesperson. We fill you in on the details and how you can help bring the Enterprise refit back to life.
Find out more and support the project at:
http://projectenterprise.space
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The Starfleet Academy Experience.
If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to go to Starfleet Academy, you’ll get your chance this year—at least if you're in the U.S. or Canada. EMS Entertainment, a leading global creator of high-quality interactive exhibitions, family entertainment and live stage productions, is teaming up with museums to bring the costumes, props, and technology of Starfleet’s educational wing to the general public. Part of Star Trek’s 50th Anniversary celebration, the all-new touring interactive exhibit will immerse you in a first-of-its-kind ‘Trek Tech’ environment centered on STEM. We fill you in on the details.
Find out more on The Starfleet Academy Experience website:
http://starfleetacademytour.com
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George Takei + Omaze team up for charity.
Omaze, the organization that supports amazing causes and who teamed up with Star Trek Beyond in 2015, has now joined forces with George Takei to support Inspire Change Broadway, an innovative arts program that partners with commercial theater productions to provide schools and communities across the tri-state area with subsidized tickets and high-impact educational experiences. And as a result of this collaboration you could win dinner with George and Brad Takei, and receive one of the many additional rewards involving Star Trek’s original Sulu. We fill you in on the details.
Enter at Omaze.com:
http://blog.omaze.com/win-a-private-dinner-in-nyc-with-george-takei/
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Concept art reveals new starship from Beyond.
From the Star Trek Beyond trailer we learned that there is a new Federation starship in the story called the U.S.S. Franklin. But what that ship looks like from the outside has remained a mystery. But now we have some information thanks to DB Wilson, a Star Trek fan who won a framed 20" x 36" poster as part of the fundraising contest that Omaze ran last year, and TrekCore, who shared the images. We share our thoughts on the design and the role the ship might play.
View the artwork on TrekCore:
http://trekcore.com/blog/2016/01/new-star-trek-beyond-concept-art-reveals-new-starship/
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
CBS announces New York City convention.
September of this 50th anniversary year of Star Trek will be marked by a three-day convention in New York City! CBS has teamed up with ReedPOP, global experts at producing and curating the world’s best fan experiences, to develop a unique program that will entertain and engage thousands of Star Trek fans for a new and different stand-alone experience. We take a look at the initial news.
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Saldana, Pine, and Urban talk Star Trek’s next film.
The initial trailer for Star Trek Beyond has stirred up far more debate than Paramount probably expected. It fell short of the expectations of fans, and has even been criticized by the film’s writer, director, and cast. Attempting to shed more light on the actual tone of the movie, Zoe Saldana, Chris Pine, and Karl Urban spoke to Entertainment Tonight about what Beyond might really bring. We share thoughts on what they said.
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Trek leaves Amazon Prime. Is Netflix next?
Fans of Star Trek who are also Amazon Prime subscribers may have noticed that a countdown to departure has appeared alongside the various Trek series. The Original Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, and Enterprise all show text that reads "Leaves Prime in xx days." The counter will reach zero on February 15, at which time this content will no longer be available on the Amazon Prime platform. This has caused a bit of a stir and cries of distress from many fans who rely on streaming to get their Trek. We share our thoughts on what the change may mean for the future of streaming Star Trek.
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Star Trek Online turns six.
STO is celebrating another birthday, and Perfect World has a whole slate of events set to mark the occasion. From free C-store items appearing daily to a date with Q and a new episode that takes you to the 28th century, there are all sorts of goodies to be had if you hang around with the birthday game. We take a look at the lineup as well as when and how you can take part.
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
A first look at next year’s Star Trek calendars.
When 2017 rolls around, there will be a nice selection of calendars from Universe Publishing waiting for you. Six different ones, to be exact. Leading the pack is “50 Artists. 50 Years.” This 11x14-inch offering will feature original pieces by artists from around the world—including Leonard Nimoy, Tom Whalen, Nick Walker, Johnson Tsang, Derek Charm, Susan Beatrice—designed to mark the golden anniversary of the franchise. We take a look at this plus the other date-marking devices that are on deck.
View the calendar art on The Trek Collective:
http://www.thetrekcollective.com/2016/01/2017-star-trek-calendar-revealed.html
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
23rd-century Emoji.
If you’re looking for a way to express yourself through Star Trek, and you find the Vulcan salute and tiny rocket ship emoji too limiting, these three sets of Trek-themed art from EmojiTap may be just what you need. We take a look at these additions to your smartphone’s bag of messaging tricks.
Get more information and view the emoji on EmojiTap’s website.
http://www.emojitap.com
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Liberia issues stamps from the 22nd century.
Recently we talked about DS9 stamps from Palau and Guyana and upcoming designs from the U.S. Postal Service. When it comes to stamps, TOS and DS9 are givens, as are TNG and Voyager. But what we’ve never seen before are stamps featuring Enterprise. Well, Liberia wants to change that with a sheet featuring the aliens of Enterprise. We take a look at the seven designs.
View the Enterprise stamps on The Trek Collective.
http://www.thetrekcollective.com/2016/01/first-every-star-trek-enterprise-stamps.html
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Vote in the Threadless Star Trek Design Contest.
Threadless, a site dedicated to helping unknown artists get their work out there and make a name for themselves, has been running a Star Trek t-shirt design contest since December … and it's time for you to vote. In fact, time is running out. Voting ends on January 22, and this is your reminder to beam over and make your favorite from amongst the more than 350 entries known.
View the entries and vote!
https://www.threadless.com/startrek/designs
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Guide resources for Star Trek Timelines.
After years of teasing, Disruptor Beam finally released Timelines into the wild for both iOS and Android. One of the common threads in early player discussion has been that many are having difficulty understanding how to play. As a strategy/roleplaying game, no doubt there’s a lot going on in Timelines that you must get your head around. Disruptor Beam has you covered with a video walkthrough plus lots of written tutorials.
View the video tutorial:
http://startrek.com/article/learn-to-play-star-trek-timelines
View the written tutorials:
http://disruptorbeam.com/games/star-trek-timelines-game-guide
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
DS9 Akorem Laan actor passes away.
The start of 2016 has continued the trend of Star Trek actors and creatives leaving us behind, and the latest loss is Richard Libertini, who played the Bajoran poet Akorem Laan in the DS9 episode ”Accession.” We take a moment to look back at his prolific career, which included countless shows that you grew up watching and continued all the way through 2015 … still with a Star Trek connection.
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Paramount’s 50th anniversary Star Trek movie sets.
There's no better time than the 50th anniversary to dip into the untapped well of knowledge that is out there amongst the people who created Star Trek. So why are there no new extras on Paramount’s upcoming rerelease of the TOS and TNG motion picture collections? In fact, why are the existing extras now gone? We share our thoughts on the matter.
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Kate Mulgrew’s memoir comes to paperback.
In April of 2015, Kate Mulgrew’s memoir Born with Teeth brought us the story of her journey from a young girl in Dubuque, Iowa, to the bridge of the U.S.S. Voyager. It’s a book that’s gotten rave reviews, but so far has been available only in hardcover and audio. If you’ve been waiting for the paperback release, Back Bay Books has answered your call. Now you can explore Mulgrew’s childhood, her life as an actress, her first audition for Janeway, her family story, and more in an easy-to-carry package.
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Glen Geller speaks about Star Trek 2017.
By now, if you're a Star Trek fan, you know that a new series is coming to the CBS All Access streaming service. While there isn't really anything new that we know about the series, SlashFilm has published an article titled “CBS Has Nothing To Do with Streaming Star Trek Series,” in which they quote CBS Entertainment’s new president, Glen Geller. Is that true? Hardly. We share our thoughts on the topic.
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Gene Roddenberry’s lost data recovered.
In today’s world of cloud storage and device syncing, it’s hard to imagine that something we wrote could get locked away in a format no one can read. But technology wasn’t always so standardized. When Gene Roddenberry moved from his famous typewriter to a pair of custom-built computers with custom operating systems, the future of the notes and stories he wrote became precarious. In fact, they were lost for decades. Now, thanks to a company called DriveSavers, that data has been recovered. We take a look at this fascinating story.
View the original article on Ars Technica:
http://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2016/01/files-on-nearly-200-floppy-disks-belonging-to-star-trek-creator-recovered/
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Mondo’s ultra-cool Wrath of Khan soundtrack.
Despite living in an age of digital audio, there’s been a resurgence of vinyl as of late. Star Trek fans need to be left out in the cold thanks to Mondo, the awesome makers of limited-edition screen-printed posters, VHS and soundtrack reissues, toys, and apparel from our favorite geek properties. For their latest dip into Trek, Mondo has put together a double-LP release of James Horner’s score from Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. We take a look at what’s included.
View the art and track listing on birthmoviesdeath.com:
http://birthmoviesdeath.com/2016/01/08/mondo-presents-the-star-trek-ii-the-wrath-of-khan-score-on-vinyl
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
La-La Land Announces TNG Collection, Volume Two.
If you're a fan of Star Trek: The Next Generation and have been waiting to add more great music from from Dennis McCarthy, Jay Chattaway, and George Romanis to your collection, you won't have to wait much longer. On January 12, 2016, La-La Land will release their Star Trek: The Next Generation Collection, Volume Two, featuring three hours and 48 minutes of symphonic beauty from the 24th century.
View the track listing on TrekCore:
http://trekcore.com/blog/2016/01/new-star-trek-tng-soundtrack-coming-january-12/
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
DS9 goes postal in Palau and Guyana.
Not all countries are as difficult to persuade as the United States when it comes to making unique stamps that honor pop culture. Star Trek stamps can be had from some unlikely sources. And the latest to be issued highlight Deep Space Nine. What's even more amazing is that they come from two different countries! We look at DS9 stamps from South America and the Pacific.
View the stamp artwork on The Trek Collective:
http://www.thetrekcollective.com/2016/01/lots-of-deep-space-nine-stamps.html
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
U.S. Postal Service to honor Star Trek’s 50th.
If you’d like to put a taste of the final frontier on your letters, you’ll be able to do so later in 2016 thanks to the U.S. Postal Service, who will mark the occasion by issuing Star Trek Forever stamps. We take a look at the four designs, featuring digital illustrations inspired by classic elements of the show.
View the stamp artwork on 1701News.com:
http://1701news.com/node/978/postal-service-unveils-new-star-trek-stamps.html
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
George Takei Gets Animated.
It's amazing how busy Takei is these days, yet somewhere along the way he managed to voice a character in the new animated film from Laika Entertainment titled Kubo and the Two Strings. The name of his character is not yet known, but the story is about a boy, gods, monsters, and a magical suit of armor. We take a quick peek at the project, Takei, and the director.
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We take a moment to remember another of the Star Trek family who we've lost, prolific character actor Jason Wingreen, who played Dr. Linke in the third-season TOS episode “The Empath.” Wingreen was also the voice of Boba Fett in The Empire Strikes Back, and appeared in episodes are countless TV shows between 1955 and 1994. He was truly everywhere.
Read the StarTrek.com article with quotes from Wingreen:
http://www.startrek.com/article/remembering-tos-guest-star-jason-wingreen-1920-2015
Ranking Star Trek’s Movie Villains.
This year, the 50th anniversary year of Star Trek, will bring us a new villain: Idris Elba’s Kraal. So what must he do to be considered one of the greats? Cinema Blend has published a list by Adam Holmes that ranks every major Star Trek movie villain. In this episode of Hyperchannel, we go through the list and share our thoughts on the characters, their positioning, and what they brought (or failed to bring) to the Star Trek universe.
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
The Star Trek 50th Anniversary Rewatch.
Over the course of 50 years, Star Trek has brought us 729 adventures from the final frontier. That’s counting Star Trek Beyond, which will arrive during the anniversary year. To rewatch them all is a serious undertaking … but that’s just what we’re doing. To celebrate the golden anniversary, the hosts of Trek.fm will take you through two installments of Star Trek each day—every day—for an entire year. In this episode of Hyperchannel, we introduce the project and how it will refresh you on half a century of missions, helping tie all the strings together to enrich your Star Trek experience.
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Roddenberry Celebrates 50 Years of Star Trek.
Roddenberry Entertainment has access to some incredible historical material from our beloved franchise, and to honor the 50th anniversary of Gene creation, the company headed by his son Eugene “Rod” Roddenberry will be revealing one never-before-seen piece of memorabilia each day during 2016. We take a look at the overview and what we can expect to see.
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The Loss of Star Trek’s Longtime Archivist.
When we watch the Star Trek films and episodes, a lot of the props go by unnoticed—they've become such a part of a universe that feels real to us. But there are so many props involved in producing a single story—to say nothing of the franchise as a whole—and someone has to keep track of it all. For many years, Penny Juday did just that. Sadly, she passed away on December 19 of colon and liver cancer at the young age of 60. We take a moment to look back at her contributions to Trek.
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
The Perth Mint Enterprise Coins.
They may not use money in the future, but that doesn’t have to stop you from celebrating that future with it now. Australia’s Perth Mint is adding to its collection of legal tender silver Star Trek coins with an Enterprise run that features two collectibles representing the 22nd century: one featuring Captain Archer and the other featuring the NX-01.
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
How Gene Roddenberry Changed Our Lives.
If you're a Star Trek fan, chances are you can cite specific characters, episodes, and storylines that have guided some aspect of your life. It may be words of wisdom, a love for science, a mentor for leadership style, or a guiding hand that helps you through rough times. However Star Trek has influenced you, there’s probably been more than one gift bestowed upon you by Gene Roddenberry’s vision. In this Christmas Day episode of Hyperchannel, we share one of the most important gifts we’ve received, and ask you to share yours.
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Star Trek: Prometheus.
When it comes to novels, Germans make the best Star Trek covers. They really do. And now, German engineering is moving beyond the cover and onto the inner pages with Cross Cult’s official trilogy Star Trek: Prometheus. We take peek at these books coming in summer 2016 that will be written by Bernd Perplies and Christian Humberg, with covers by Tobias Richter.
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
IDW’s Starfleet Academy Series.
Speculation has been around for ages about a Starfleet Academy series. And with Star Trek heading back to television in 2017, could IDW’s new comic series, Starfleet Academy, be the harbinger of CBS’s plans? We discuss the overall concept, how it applies to comics, how it might apply to TV, and whether it’s good for the franchise or a misstep.
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C Bryan Jones
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Star Trek: The Ultimate Voyage.
One of the most wonderful—and perhaps underappreciated—aspects of Star Trek is the music. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Star Trek, CineConcerts—one of the leading producers of live music experiences performed with visual media—has put together a 100-city concert tour that will deliver favorites from The Original Series, The Motion Picture, The Wrath of Khan, The Voyage Home, Insurrection, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, and much more. We run down what to expect and where to find the first performances of 2016.
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C Bryan Jones
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Aron Eisenberg’s Donor and Funding.
We all come to love the characters on Star Trek and the actors who portray them, but we sometimes forget that they are regular people just like us. As such, they deal with the same problems that we do. Earlier this year, Aron Eisenberg, DS9’s Nog, suffered kidney failure. Fortunately a donor has been found and an operation is imminent. But that’s just the beginning. We share Aron’s story as well as how you can help him recover.
Visit the Aron’s Kidney GoFundMe page:
http://www.gofundme.com/aronskidney
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C Bryan Jones
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Star Trek Beyond to Get the IMAX Treatment.
Sure, you can go beyond, but if you’re going to do it, you might as well go big at the same time. Paramount Pictures, Skydance Productions, Bad Robot Productions, and IMAX Corporation are making sure you can do just that by applying IMAX DMR digital remastering to Star Trek Beyond. We share our experiences with the format and why this is very welcome news.
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C Bryan Jones
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Revisiting J.J.’s Hidden Khan.
With the secrecy about Star Wars: The Force Awakens spurring lots of debate, there seems to have been a bit of reflection on J.J.'s last big sci-fi project. Abrams and Lindelof have expressed regrets over how they handled the plot points of Into Darkness prior to the film’s release. We share our thoughts on their comments and ask for yours.
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C Bryan Jones
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Breaking Down Our First Look at the Next Film.
Paramount, Skydance, and Bad Robot have teased us with some glimpses of the next Star Trek film in the form of a trailer designed to run before Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Complaint generator … ENGAGE! Reaction has been mixed, and the negative voices have, as usual, been the loudest. But if you dig deeply into what we’ve been shown, you can find a number of very intriguing elements that hint at a story that’s more TOS than anything we’ve gotten so far. Of course, it doesn’t seem that way on the surface. In this episode of Hyperchannel, we toss aside ship and crew and hop onto our motorcycle to ride—no jump— into the heart of the Star Trek Beyond trailer.
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C Bryan Jones
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
The “Encounter at Farpoint” Promo Video.
When you need your Star Trek fix, it's so easy today to just fire up Netflix, iTunes, or even put a physical disc into a player. Every episode of Star Trek is right at our fingertips. But it wasn’t always that way. There was a time when video tapes were a treasure. StarTrek.com’s recent sharing of a TNG promo video—still in shrink wrap—brought back so many memories. Join us for a stroll down VHS Memory Lane.
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C Bryan Jones
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
2016 Projects for Voyager’s Dawson.
We all know that Dawson began her move from acting to directing while still on Voyager, where she directed "Riddles" and "Workforce, Part II." But after she retired the role of B’Elanna, her career behind the camera really began to soar. Over the past decade and a half, she’s helmed episodes of some of the biggest shows around. 2016 will be no different. We take a look at three big projects being added to Roxann’s resume.
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C Bryan Jones
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
R.I.P. Karen Montgomery.
Best known to Star Trek fans for her role of Beata in the first-season TNG episode "Angel One,” in which she portrayed the leader of the matriarchal planet Angel I, actress and producer Karen Montgomery passed away on December 4, 2015, at the age of 66 following a decade-long battle with breast cancer. We look back at some of her roles and projects outside of Star Trek.
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C Bryan Jones
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Breaking Down the CBS Announcement.
The day we’ve been waiting for has arrived. Star Trek is returning to TV! The CBS announcement of a new Star Trek series, set for January 2017, has sent the fan base into a frenzy. Excitement and speculation have replaced the long-running fear that Star Trek’s television future was dead.
In a special quadruple-length Hyperchannel, we gather four members of the Trek.fm family for an emergency breakdown of the announcement. Matthew Rushing, Norman C. Lao, Mike Schindler, and C Bryan Jones discuss the creative team, the potential settings, the tone, and the controversial distribution model of the new Star Trek series.
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C Bryan Jones
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Matthew Rushing, Norman C. Lao, and Mike Schindler
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
More perks. Easier access.
Trek.fm is made possible by our listeners. For quite some time now we've been looking at ways to better deliver perks and exclusive content to you. We've finally found the solution, and it’s called Patron Zone.
But what does that mean? In this episode of Hyperchannel, Trek.fm Executive Producer Norm Lao and Content Manager Will Nguyen (who happen to both have quarters aboard the NX-01), join me to talk about why they first decided to support the network, how they became so involved in what we’re doing, and how we can all take ownership of our fandom. We also give you a rundown of what our new perks system is and what it means for you.
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C Bryan Jones
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Norman C. Lao and Will Nguyen
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Today’s software makes it easier than ever to go from idea to canvas—or screen. Technology is wonderful, but it also means that a bit of what makes the art form of creating movie posters so special has been lost. We take a look at some rare Star Trek work by Spiros Angelikas, shared with TrekCore by his son Harry.
Also, anyone who has been to Star Trek: The Exhibition will tell you what a special experience it is. If you’re in the neighborhood of the Washington State Fair, you can have in seat in Captain Kirk’s chair and experience the thrill yourself … just get there before September 27!
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Star Trek: The Exhibition Beams To Washington State Fair
http://www.startrek.com/article/star-trek-the-exhibition-beams-to-washington-state-fair
Rare Star Trek Movie Poster Art
http://trekcore.com/blog/2015/09/early-star-trek-feature-film-artwork-that-didnt-make-it/
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C Bryan Jones
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C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
Portal 47 Launches. Shatner Bio of Nimoy. Rod Roddenberry on Abramsverse.
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Portal 47 Launches
Larry Nemecek—AKA “Dr. Trek”—recently announced his new behind-the-scenes boutique deep-dive fan experience called Portal 47—but he’s been coy about it—until now. For a year’s plan (or a three-month trial) you can accompany Larry as he delves into decades of knowledge about back-stage Star Trek from his own archives, memories, and rolodex of pro Treklanders. Fans at San Diego Comic-Con and Star Trek Las Vegas got an early-bird chance to sign up, but on Wednesday, September 9, he’ll kick things off officially—for them … and for anyone who comes aboard on this bonus maiden “telebriefing.” If you’d like to be part of the September 9 sample session, visit larrynemecek.com/Portal47Signup.htm. You can also find out more about Portal 47 on Facebook (just type Portal 47 into the search field), or sign up for Larry’s email list at larrynemecek.com/signup.html.
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William Shatner to Write Leonard Nimoy Biography
When William Shatner failed to attend the funeral of Leonard Nimoy, those who love to fuel the idea that the two Star Trek leads did not get along took the opportunity to fan the flames. But the truth is the Shatner and Nimoy enjoyed a strong friendship that spanned nearly half a century. So it’s only fitting that William Shatner himself will pen a biography of his dear friend, to be released in 2016 by St. Martin’s Press.
Read more on TrekNews.net.
http://www.treknews.net/2015/08/30/william-shatner-to-write-leonard-nimoy-biography/
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Rod Roddenberry Talks About Star Trek’s Future
In a piece by Michael Hinman on 1701 News, Rod Roddenberry shares his feelings about the J.J. Abrams films. The headline reads “Beginning Of 2009 Film ‘Brought Me To Tears’,” but the article actually contains much more. The son of the Star Trek creator also talks about how he tries to carry on his father’s vision through the many projects that he supports, and also whether or not Star Trek will return to television.
Read more on 1701News.com.
http://1701news.com/node/938/roddenberry-beginning-2009-film-brought-me-tears.html
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Geek Nation Tours 2015 and 2016 Preview.
Larry Nemecek joins us to talk about plans for this year’s Geek Nation Tours one-day trek into the Valley of Fire, where fans can face relive the showdown between Picard and Soran along with special guest Michael Westmore. We also preview plans for the big 50th anniversary year tour in 2016, which expands upon the usual Geek Nation Tours adventure with the addition of a San Francisco leg.
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First Annual Independent Star Trek Fan Film Awards / The Photography of Leonard Nimoy Comes to North Carolina.
We recap the winners of the First Annual Independent Star Trek Fan Film Awards, handed out at the Treklanta convention at the Marriott Century Center in Atlanta on April 26, as well as the May 1 opening of “The Other Side of the Lens: The Photography of Leonard Nimoy” at Alamance Arts in Graham, North Carolina.
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Farewell Leonard Nimoy.
He inspired generations of fans to pursue science and to take a level-headed approach to life. But on February 27, Leonard Nimoy succumbed to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease at the age of 83. The loss of the man who was Spock, who defined Star Trek, and who played an important role in the lives of so many is being felt around the world. We take a moment to reflect on Leonard Nimoy’s contributions and why he made a difference.
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Funko Unveils New Retro Action Figures.
Funko, maker of the ReAction line of collectible figures, has announced a line that will take you back to the world of TOS. Featuring five points of articulation, the new Spock, Uhura, McCoy, and Sulu are modeled after the classic Kenner 3 3/4-inch action figures and come in retro-style blister packs.
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http://www.treknews.net/2015/02/15/star-trek-reaction-figures/
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Propworx Star Trek Auction.
Propworx, the auction company helmed by Axanar executive producer Alec Peters, has announced an upcoming auction of screen-used Star Trek items. From extreme rarities like one of only two screen-used fiberglass phasers from The Original Series known to exist to fashion for your head in the form of Guinan’s hats, there’s a wide range of tempting treats to be had. And if you’re looking for a way to impress the ladies, Wesley Crusher’s technicolor sweater is even up for bid.
Find out more, see the items, and place preliminary bids.
http://www.liveauctioneers.com/catalog/66488_propworx-star-trek-auction-iv/page1
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Star Trek Continues Funding Campaign Final Days.
The fan-based, non-profit production Star Trek Continues is in the final days of its Kirkstarter 2.0, a campaign to fund at least two additional episodes of the series. The original goal of the campaign, which ends February 16, was to raise $100,000 to fund all aspects of their fifth and sixth episodes. Since they’ve already reached that goal there are ambitious stretch goals to build an Engineering set, a Planet Set, and to fund the creation of up to seven additional episodes.
Visit the Kickstarter campaign and support the project.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/trekcontinues/star-trek-continues-2015-kirkstarter-20
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New TOS DVD Set Beams In.
As CBS continues to mine the existing Star Trek catalog, a new collection of episode featuring Captain James T. Kirk will be released on March 17, 2015. Titled “Captain Kirk’s Boldest Missions,” the two-disc DVD set will include eight episodes and some extras and will sell for $16.99.
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Shatner, Nimoy, and Star Trek 3. If you have any device plugged into the internet, you know by now that Roberto Orci wants to bring William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy back together. As the site Badass Digest has reported, the script for the next film—called Star Trek 3 by many—includes a scene that features Shatner and Nimoy together. What’s more, this scene is said to be integral to the plot. How could this work? Do we even want to see it? In this episode of Hyperchannel we’re joined by Mike Schindler of our TOS show, Standard Orbit, to discuss the possibilities, as well as our thoughts on the rumor and the possibility that it could happen. Host Christopher Jones Guest Mike Schindler Editor and Producer Christopher Jones News Writer Eric Welsby Associate Producer Become one! Support Trek.fm and Hyperchannel at the $25/month level or higher! Visit patreon.com/trekfm Send us your feedback!
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Support Comic Creators, Get Star Trek Comics
IDW and Humble Bundle have teamed up to help raise funds for Hero Initiative. This fundraiser for the organization dedicated to helping struggling comic creators is both a chance to help the people that make comics and to get your hands on some Star Trek comics. For a donation of any amount, you will receive digital copies of 23 comics including Gold Key Archives Volume 1, Best of Klingons, and Classics Volume 1 & 2. If you donate more than the average donor you will receive these plus more up to a total package of 66 comics worth $270!
Get the comics bundle from Humble Bundle.
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Mission Log Now Available on Trek.fm
We're very pleased to announce that Mission Log: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast is now available on Trek.fm! You'll find Mission Log on the Trek.fm website, episodes will also be included in the Trek.fm Complete Master Feed, and you can also find Mission Log in the Trek.fm Artist Section in iTunes!
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http://www.trek.fm/ml/
Star Trek Turns 48!
September 6th and 8th will bring the 48th anniversary of the original airings of Star Trek in Canada and the United States. The original airing of "The Man Trap" appeared first in Canada on September 6th and two days later appeared on U.S. Television on September 8th.
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Star Trek Las Vegas 2014 Recap
Another edition of Creation Entertainment's biggest Star Trek bash is in the books, and the countdown is now on as we wait for next year's gathering. More than 100 guests entertained fans over the course of four days, and the number of events crammed into that space was incredible. From science panels with NASA to cast reunions to old-school Vegas with the Star Trek Rat Pack, there was something for everyone. We recap some of the highlights from the convention.
Read the full day-by-day recaps on StarTrek.com.
Day 1: http://www.startrek.com/article/karl-urban-tng-cast-kick-off-star-trek-las-vegas
Day 2: http://www.startrek.com/article/star-trek-las-vegas-salutes-deep-space-nine
Day 3: http://www.startrek.com/article/farrell-wears-original-wedding-dress-pegg-lights-up-vegas
Day 4: http://www.startrek.com/article/star-trek-las-vegas-wraps-with-shatner-klingons
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Roddenberry teams up with Wikia to celebrate 50 Years Of Star Trek
We're just two years away from the golden anniversary of Gene Roddenberry's incredibly resilient creation, and to help prepare for Star Trek's big Five-Oh Roddenberry Entertainment is teaming up with Wikia. Trek Initiative is the only official Wikia community dedicated to Star Trek, and Rod Roddenberry is calling upon fans to submit videos highlighting their favorite Trek memories. It's part of a two-year trek called Warp 5.0.
Find out more about Warp 5.0.
Future-inspired Star Trek-themed bathroom has it all
Have you every felt that those times during the day when nature calls are really just wasted moments that could be spent consuming Star Trek? Well, you don't have to leave the 24th century behind just to… well, visit Ensign John. One fan has solved the problem by turning their bathroom into a monument to our favorite franchise.
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Prelude to Axanar public screening set for Star Trek Las Vegas
Those who donated to the Prelude to Axanar Kickstarter, along with 100 lucky fans from the general public, got to see the premiere of the short film at San Diego-Comic Con. The reviews are pouring in and those who have seen it have been blown away. The next stop for the USS Ares will get the History Channel-style documentary in front of many more fans as AMC Town Square 18 in Las Vegas plays host to a public screening alongside Creation Entertainment's Las Vegas Convention.
Watch Prelude to Axanar.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/194429923/star-trek-axanar
Axanar Kickstarter for full film underway
One thing that made the success of Prelude to Axanar possible was the generous support of fans who contributed to the Kickstarter campaign. 2,123 people donated $101,171 and helped produce once of the most ambitious independent Star Trek films ever. With Prelude now in front of fans, it's time to start work on the full Axanar film. Supporters once again have a chance to be part of the groundbreaking project as a new Kickstarter begins.
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https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/194429923/star-trek-axanar
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Klingon Beer and Vulcan Ale to be on tap at Star Trek Las Vegas
If Star Trek is any indication, aliens have the best drinks in the galaxy. And while Romulan Ale and Samarian Sunsets may not be available here on Earth, Vulcan Ale and Klingon beer are. Thanks to The Federation of Beer, these celestial spirits will be on tap for those attending Star Trek Las Vegas.
Find out more and watch the teaser trailer.
http://www.startrek.com/article/klingon-warnog-vulcan-ale-to-be-available-at-official-trek-convention-in-vegas
George Takei visits The Daily Show with Jon Stewart
The new documentary film by George Takei, titled "To Be Takei," is now out and as part of the promotion the Star Trek actor dropped by Comedy Central's The Daily Show to talk to Jon Stewart about his life experiences. He recounts his memories of living in a Japanese internment camp during World War II and the lessons he learned from his father about democracy.
Watch the full episode of The Daily Show.
http://thedailyshow.cc.com/guests/george-takei
StarTrek.com announces Ships of the Line design contest
Have you ever dreamed of designing your own starship? Want to be an official part of the historic 50th anniversary of Star Trek? Well, your chance has just docked. CBS and StarTrek.com announced a new contest during the Ships of the Line panel at San Diego Comic-Con that makes you a ship designer. And as the builders of interstellar craft, thirteen lucky winners will be immortalized in the 2016 Ships of the Line calendar.
Get more info and enter the contest.
https://shipsoftheline.promotw.com/
TREKLAND: On Speaker Volume 3 to debut at Star Trek Las Vegas
The finale of a Star Trek series is a momentous event for both viewers and those who actually create the show. As fans we are often critical of what we see on screen without knowing the story of what went on behind the scenes. No one has stockpiled more of this in-the-moment commentary than Larry Nemecek, but as most of it was captured on old-style cassette tapes as notes for magazine articles the public has never heard it. That has changed with TREKLAND: On Speaker, and a new chapter will be revealed at Star Trek Las Vegas as Larry sheds light on the DS9 finale "What You Leave Behind."
The Red Shirt Diaries releases teaser trailer
If you're like us, you've seen every episode of The Original Series dozens of times. Okay... hundreds. But we've always seen the stories from the perspective of the senior staff. What's life really like for the Enterprise's minions? Especially those wearing red? A ten-part comedic web series aims to show you the other side of the seniority ladder as Ensign Williams tries to stay alive to the end of the first ten episodes of TOS.
Watch the Red Shirt Diaries trailer.
http://www.treknews.net/2014/07/20/redshirt-diaries-webseries-teaser-trailer/
Mission Log invites you to the Ball
If you're heading to Star Trek Las Vegas next week and you're a fan of Mission Log: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast, John and Ken have some great events lined up for you. From "The Landing Party" in the Masquerade Bar on Wednesday to a Friday panel with Rod Roddenberry, be sure to explore the themes and issues of Star Trek with Mission Log while at the Rio.
Get the latest info from Mission Log.
http://www.missionlogpodcast.com
Vancouver dad is selling his Star Trek boogie van
Remember the days when entering a van was like entering the Ritz? Diamond-quilte red velvet, a wet bar, and a comfortable bed wrapped in airbrushed metal featuring your favorite characters or wild animals? 1978 does, and one Vancouver dad is reluctantly letting go of his now that it's not compatible with family life.
See photos of the van.
http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2014/07/18/star-trek-van-for-sale_n_5600721.html
Star Trek: Live In Concert arrives in North America
Michael Giacchino's scores from the last two Star Trek films have been some of the greatest highlights of the franchise's big-screen relaunch. Fans in Europe have been enjoying this music in a unique way through Star Trek: Live In Concert, which most recently stopped in London at the Royal Albert Hall. Finally fans in the United States and Canada can experience these unique events as Giacchino brings the tour to North America.
Find out more about the North American tour dates and tickets.
http://trekmovie.com/2014/07/17/star-trek-live-screeningconcert-with-giacchino-this-wkd-in-houston-next-wkd-at-sdcc-more-cities/
The Official Star Trek Magazine marks its 50th issue
Star Trek news and insights have existed in print since the early days of fandom. From simple one-page newsletters to full-color publications like Star Trek Communicator and Titan's current publication, print has long been used to deliver news and commentary on our favorite franchise. As the (now-quarterly) Official Star Trek Magazine marks its 50th issue this summer, we ponder the future of magazines and whether the format is still relevant to today's fans.
See pages from the 50th issue.
http://www.startrek.com/article/50th-issue-of-the-official-star-trek-magazine-out-now
Help decide the names of planets orbiting other stars
A year ago Star Trek fans mobilized in an attempt to have one of Pluto's two newly discovered moons named Vulcan. They lost out to the far more appropriate names Kerberos and Styx. Now Trekkies have another chance to put the name of Spock's home planet into real-world use thanks to the International Astronomical Union and Zooniverse—and this time the potential worlds lie beyond our solar system.
Find out more and submit your naming suggestions.
http://nameexoworlds.org
Orci not a lock to direct Star Trek 2016 after all?
Since May, Star Trek fans have been operating under the assumption that Roberto Orci will be directing the next film, set for release in 2016—the 50th anniversary year of the Star Trek franchise. But could it be that we've all taken a rumor as fact? According to Orci, he is not yet officially involved in the project and it remains to be seen if he will in fact be sitting in the director's chair when filming begins.
Read more at 1701News.
http://1701news.com/node/647/star-trek-3-directors-chair-still-open.html
Star Trek: Axanar teams up with Trek.fm for official podcast
Independent productions are becoming more and more common, and the majority focus on TOS. But there are many other parts of the timeline to be fleshed out, and Alec Peters is doing just that with Axanar—the story of the Four Years War between the Federation and Klingon Empire. Prelude to Axanar, a short told in the style of a History Channel special, will premiere at San Diego Comic-Con later this month, and production on the full-length Axanar feature will follow. To keep fans informed on this production, Peters has teamed up with Trek.fm to launch an official weekly podcast.
Listen to the official podcast of Star Trek: Axanar.
https://trek-fm.squarespace.com/axp/
It's a Star Trek Christmas in July with Hallmark's 2014 ornaments
Since 1991 Hallmark has been giving the holiday season a Star Trek flair with their Keepsake Ornaments. It may only be July, but Hallmark Gold Crown stores across the United States are stocking their shelves with four new additions to this long-running line, including a helmsman, an Orion Slave Girl, a monstrous ship, and something that could be considered a fire hazard for your tree—if it were real.
See the new ornaments.
http://www.startrek.com/article/first-look-hallmarks-star-trek-ornaments-for-christmas-2014
Quantum Mechanix refits your desktop
If you love collecting starships, there's a new replica headed for your desktop—and it isn't from the Official Starships Collection. Quantum Mechanix, better known as QMx, will soon introduce a metal version of the original USS Enterprise 1701 refit.
See the new QMx replica.
http://www.startrek.com/article/first-look-enterprise-refit-desktop-replica
Shuttle Enterprise naming process revealed in declassified memos
When it came time to name NASA's first space shuttle, Star Trek fans jumped into action and flooded the space agency with letters requesting the name Enterprise. And the campaign was successful. This is all well known. But declassified correspondence between President Ford's advisors, cabinet, and others has revealed the reasoning behind the final decision and the internal debate that almost led to the name Constitution.
Read the full piece and excerpts from the memos on io9.
http://io9.com/declassified-memos-reveal-debate-over-naming-the-shuttl-1603073259
Star Trek Online's future to be revelead in Las Vegas
While actors and creators from the television series get most of the attention at Star Trek Las Vegas, gamers will have something special to look forward to as well this August. PerfectWorld is sending four key members of the STO team to Creation Entertainment's annual bash to tell players what they can expect in the game in the months to come. What's more, the game developer is running a contest that will see one lucky player win a pair of tickets to the convention.
Find out more about Star Trek Online Season 9.5.
http://www.arcgames.com/en/games/star-trek-online/news/detail/5007693
Find out more about the STO Star Trek Las Vegas Ticket Giveaway.
http://www.arcgames.com/en/games/star-trek-online/news/detail/6002993-star-trek-las-vegas-2014-ticket-giveaway-contest
Delaware TV station says Star Trek fulfills community importance requirement
As Star Trek fans, we know that the stories told on our television screens address real world topics that touch our lives. But does Star Trek fulfill the legal definition of community programming? One Delaware TV station is putting the rules to the test by claiming that Star Trek and other classic shows meet the license requirement for programming of community importance as defined by the FCC.
Find out more from Delaware Online.
http://www.delawareonline.com/story/money/business/2014/07/03/fictional-tv-reflects-classic-themes/12152335/
Q visits the Abramsverse in IDW's new six-part story
Rewind three years to a time when speculation about the next Star Trek villain was flying and you'll hear some suggest it should be Q. We didn't get Mr. Omnipotent as part of Into Darkness, but thanks to IDW the crew of the Abramsverse Enterprise will finally get their chance to meet the thorn in Picard's side. But how exactly will this work? On July 9 that question will finally be answered as the first issue of The Q Gambit drops.
Read the first five pages on The Trek Collective.
http://www.thetrekcollective.com/2014/07/the-q-gambit-preview.html
Mike and Denise Okuda speak out on Blu-ray FX mistake
The attention to detail practiced by the creative team behind Star Trek: The Next Generation was incredible, particularly when it was assumed that this detail would never be seen. The HD remastering has brought out the finer points of the 24th century as well as the opportunity to "fix" problems that fans have pointed out for years. Most visual FX oddities have been corrected, but some fans are still not satisfied.
See comparisons and the "Timescape" controversy on TrekCore.
http://trekcore.com/blog/2014/06/okudas-comment-on-timescape-blu-ray-fx-error/
The Bradford Exchange will sculpt the future for you
To boldly sculpt… your own memorial? If you're looking for a way to display your allegiance to the United Federation Planets, The Bradford Exchange has a 9 inch-tall sculpture than can be personally engraved with your name and rank.
Find out more and get yours.
http://www.bradfordexchange.com/products/119944001_star-trek-personalized-sculpture.html
USS Prometheus and Xindi Insectoid ship set course for your desk
For starship lovers, EagleMoss's Official Starships Collection has been like a tall glass of tranya—sweet and refreshing. Having run through most of the lead ships—like the Enterprises and Voyager—as well as the most common enemy vessels like the Klingon Bird-of-Prey and the Romulan War Bird, the collection is now turning its eyes on the obscure. Issue 24 will bring fans the very unique Xindi Insectoid Ship from Enterprise's third season, while Issue 25 will deliver the USS Prometheus and tri-vector assault mode, seen in the Voyager episode "Message In a Bottle." (No word on whether a miniature Andy Dick is included.)
Find out more and see the ships.
http://www.startrek.com/article/first-looks-xindi-insectoid-ship-and-u-s-s-prometheus
John Byrne hints at the future of New Visions
When John Byrne first revealed his project to create photo comics using images sourced from The Original Series, it was hard to imagine how exactly this would work. A similar idea was tried in the 1970s without success. But if anyone in the comic world could pull it off, it is John Byrne. The success of the first volume led to an ongoing series with IDW, and the result has been rich, engaging stories and unique visuals. Now, in his forums, Byrne drops hints at the future direction of New Visions.
Find out more and see the panel from issue 4.
http://www.thetrekcollective.com/2014/07/comic-panels-latest-from-new-visions.html
Harlan Ellison signs on as Star Trek Las Vegas's 100th guest
Creation Entertainment's big bash in Las Vegas keeps piling on the riches for fans as they have added their 100th guest for the convention that kicks off on July 31. Joining the already star-studded roster is none other than Harlan Ellison, the famed SF writer behind possibly the most memorable of all TOS episodes, "The City On the Edge of Forever." Ellison has been working with IDW to bring his original City script to life as a graphic novel, and attendees at Star Trek Las Vegas will have a chance to learn about this directly from the author.
Find out more at StarTrek.com.
Starship Farragut to premiere "Conspiracy of Innocence"
Nine years after launch (and a decade after its conception), Starship Farragut is going strong and will premiere its fourth full episode on Saturday, July 5, at its studios in Kingsland, Georgia. "Conspiracy of Innocence" will follow a presentation of the previous episode, "The Price of Anything," and afterwards fans will have a chance to interact with the cast and crew through a Q&A, studio tour, and a meet & greet.
Find out more.
The Internet of Everything coming your way in 2025
With each passing year technology infiltrates more and more areas of our lives. We're more connected today than we were a year ago, but nowhere near as connected as we will be a year from now—of 16. According to a report by analysts at Thomas Reuter, the world is on course to become so connected by 2025 that even towns, cities, and continents could be digitally intertwined. Breakthroughs in medicine, food, and even teleporatation also make their list.
Read the full article on Computerworld.
Ubisoft says video games will become more immersive than the Holodeck
For gamers in 1987, the Enterprise-D represented not so much an amazing achievement in starship engineering, but rather the ultimate console. Forget about staring at pixels on a television and tapping away at a control pad. On the Holodeck, you can dress up and actually live the adventure. It may seem far-fetched—even today—but Ubisoft Toronto managing director Jade Raymond believes this is the future of the gaming. In fact, she thinks it will be even more immersive.
Read the full article on Gamespot.
Seth MacFarlane Pledges $1 million to Reading Rainbow
LeVar Burton's camaign to bring back Reading Rainbow has been nothing short of astonishing. While it might seem like a no-brainer to support something as important as children's literacy, the frantic pace at which donations have come in is still incredible. After blowing past the $1 million goal in half a day, Burton set a new goal of $5 million. With three days and roughly half a million dollars to go, Seth MacFarlane has stepped in and pledged to match all donations beyond the $4 million mark up to $1 million.
Support the Kickstarter to bring back Reading Rainbow for our children!
Like TrekNews.Net, Win a Red Shirt
No one wants to beam down wearing a red shirt. But when in the safe confines of your hometown, there's little risk in donning the bright color. In fact, you can even do so in honor of our fallen comrades from the future. Canadian illustrator Ian Wilding's new "Redshirt" design was available on TeeFury for just one day, June 27, but if you missed it there is still a way to get one. TrekNews.Net has received ten shirts from TeeFury and the Star Trek news site is giving these away to those who "like" the TrekNews.Net Facebook page. Winners will be drawn at random and all you need to do is click "like" and send you info to contest [at] trek news [dot] net.
See the shirt and find out more on TrekNews.Net.
Orci Teases Star Trek 2016 Characters and Story
If you're wondering what Roberto Orci has in store for the next Star Trek, we know a tad bit more today than we did a week ago. Orci appeared on the Nerdist podcast "Humans from Earth" and teased a few points about the possible direction of the film. In the interview he talks about embarking on the long-promised five-year mission, who the potential villain could be, how much secrecy will surround his set, and whether or not there will be a gay character in the story.
Listen to the full interview.
Star Trek soars and plummets at the Saturn Awards
The 40th annual Saturn Awards have been handed out and Star Trek got mixed results. The Star Trek of the past five decades did very well, bringing in honors for the third, fourth, and fifth seasons of Star Trek: The Next Generation Blu-ray remastering as well as a special award given to Marc Cushman for the first two volumes of These Are The Voyages: TOS, massive books that chronicle the making of The Original Series in great detail. The world of Star Trek as imagined by J.J. Abrams, however, lost all five categories in which it was nominated.
See the full Saturn Award results.
Shatner and the TNG cast to reunite in Chicago
The cast of Star Trek: The Next Generation has been getting together quite often the past few years. If you've missed them in other appearances, another chance is coming up on August 24 as most of the cast reunites on stage at Wizard World's Chicago Comic-Con—and once again the discussion will be led by William Shatner.
Find out more and get an exclusive lithograph through StarTrek.com.
You've never heard Mozart until you've heard it in the original Klingon
We all know that you've never heard Shakespeare until you've heard it in the original Klingon. But what about Mozart? Apparently all of our great creatives originated on Qo'noS! At the Southern Illinois Music Festival, June 27 - 29, a cast of professional actors will be putting a Star Trek twist on Mozart's The Abduction from the Seraglio. The comic opera will be "enhanced" by the presence of Kirk, Spock, Uhura, Klingons, and even an Orion slave girl.
Find out more on The Southern.
Could Star Trek find a home on Showtime?
The rumors of a Netflix-CBS deal for a new Star Trek series simply won't die down, even as those with connections to the franchise and studio work to put them to bed. But don't worry, if the rumor does fade there is another set to take its place. What if Star Trek were headed not to Netflix, but to Showtime? It does make sense, since Showtime is owned by CBS, but is an antiquated and dying distribution model really the right choice for the next incarnation of a series about the future? A new article on 1701News makes a case for just such a move.
Read the full article on 1701News.
Nestle plans to create Star Trek's food replicator
Customization is big these days. You can make gadgets your own by choosing colors, textures, and features that fit you own unique tastes. Should nutrition be any different? Sure, you can put in the time to cook carefully planned meals, but few people have that kind of time. Global food giant Nestle wants to address this through the creation of a device that could resemble Star Trek's food replicator. The aim of the device is to tailor foods and nutrients to the individual, and to make this food available at the touch of a button. So if you like your raktajino with a (nutritious) jacarine peel, you could be sipping one within the decade.
Read more on the BBC website.
Trekkies go on an away mission to Iceland
Few places on Earth have landscapes as diverse and breathtaking as Iceland. And with such variety of locales, a Trekkie naturally sees other worlds and adventures. When you multiply that by four you get a real away mission, which is what Andrew Jason Leung, Ken Lin, Jennifer Puno, and Mike Rousseau embarked upon during a recent visit to the country. While there the group shot an extensive set of amazing photos as they donned Star Trek threads, and to share them with the world they've set up a photo-centric website that will sweep you away to beautiful—and sometimes alien—landscapes.
View the photos.
Garrett Wang is waiting to meet you on Risa
Risa, the Star Trek social media site, is currently celebrating its one-year anniversary. To celebrate, the team over on Risa are running a special promotion and have hooked up with Garrett Wang, Voyager's Harry Kim, for an extra-special grand prize. The promotion is simple: include the hashtag #harrykim when you post a message on Risa between now and June 30, 2014. By doing so you'll be entered into a drawing for prizes, which include a video chat session with Garrett.
Visit Risa and enter the contest.
Star Trek: The Compendium to combine both J.J. films plus bonus features
When Paramount released Star Trek Into Darkness on home video, the fanfare that the studio had hoped for was replaced by outrage. For those who enjoy bonus features—one of the key reasons to buy Blu-rays—there was no way to get all of the content that was produced. By splitting up the bonus content amongst various retail outlets, Paramount angered fans and shot themselves in the foot. Finally our voices have been heard and a new collection coming in September will bring both Abramsverse films and all existing special features into one box. A rebate offer is even in the works.
Find out more about what's included on the discs.
The Okudas talk Orci as director, Netflix, and the future of Star Trek
Few people have had more influence over the look and feel of Star Trek over the years than Mike and Denise Okuda. Dare we say no one knows more about Star Trek than they do. Having worked on every modern Star Trek series and the (non-Abramsverse) films, Mike and Denise have a unique perspective on where Star Trek has been and where it is going. In a new interview with TrekMovie.com, the Trek dream team share their thought on Robert Orci directing, the rumors of a Star Trek series on Netflix, and where they would take the franchise themselves.
Read the full interview on TrekMovie.com.
Cross Cult brings a new look to Kirsten Beyer's Voyager
We're not sure what's in the water in Germany, but their Star Trek novel covers are always inspired. Now publisher Cross Cult is combining their inspired creativity with that of author Kirsten Beyer with new artwork for the German releases Full Circle and Unworthy. The matching pair feature Tom and B'Elanna (one on each) along with Cross Cult's interpretation of the USS Voyager refit and the USS Planck, which Mark Rademaker did for the 2012 Ships of the Line calendar.
View the covers at The Trek Collective.
Team Aegle brings youth to the tricorder technology race
If you're a Star Trek fan you've most certainly heard by now about the Qualcomm Tricorder XPRIZE. But while you may be expecting most of those working on the technology to be seasoned engineers, a group of undergraduates are throwing their passion and skills into the ring. Team Aegle, a spinoff of the Johns Hopkins-based Aezon, is led by Tatiana Rypinski and brings youth and enthusiasm together to work on some of the toughest problems facing the world. Their sights are currently set on making Star Trek technology real.
Find out more and watch the video with Tatiana Rypinski.
Star Wars VIII director Rian Johnson reviews J.J. Abrams Star Trek
While J.J. Abrams is behind the camera of Star Wars Episode VII, he will not be directing the eighth installment of the franchise. That honor goes to Rian Johnson, who will also be calling the shots on Episode IX. So it's looking like the new Star Wars trilogy might be more of a "Johnson Joint" than an Abrams one. Back in May 2009, Johnson guested on the /Filmcast to review J.J.'s first Star Trek outing. Slashfilm has brought the episode back to the surface now that the two directors will share a franchise, and it's an interesting look back at when Star Trek was first rebooted.
Listen to the podcast.
To Be Takei coming first to DirecTV
George Takei is best known for playing Hikaru Sulu on The Original Series, and in recent years he has become one of the most vocal members of the original cast. A champion for human rights and equality, Takei uses his Star Trek notoriety to make a difference in the world. With more than 7 million Facebook fans, Takei actively connects with us all daily. A new documentary titled To Be Takei will chronicle the life of the actor from his childhood in a World War II internment camp through his work on Star Trek and beyond. The documentary, which opens in theatres August 22, will premiere on DirecTV first and run from July 3 through the 5th to give fans an early peek.
Find out more about the documentary.
Alternate Krenim temporal weapon ship designs discovered
In the Voyager episode "Year of Hell," scientist-gone-mad Annorax possessed one of the most dangerous weapons in Star Trek, a temporal weapon ship. This giant vessel with its unique shape and beam that could literally push its target out of the space-time continuum almost did in Janeway and her crew. We all know what this ship looked like in the episodes, but as it turns out it wasn't always quite what we saw. Just after finishing the magazine that accompanies the Official Starships Collection reproduction, Eaglemoss uncovered some lost designs by artist Rick Sternbach.
See Sternbach's designs at StarTrek.com.
Scotty's jacket goes under the gavel in Belfast
In The Search for Spock, Scotty helped Kirk steal the Enterprise. And now some lucky person in Belfast gets to steal Scotty's jacket. Well, not steal it… but get it at a potentially bargain-basement price. More than 1,000 pieces of rare sci-fi memorabilia seized from a criminal couple are going on auction in the Northern Ireland city and include not only six sets of costumes from Star Trek but also items from Star Wars and Doctor Who.
Find out more from the Belfast Telegraph.
Paramount confirms 2016 release date for third J.J. Abrams Star Trek
It's been generally known for some time now that Paramount was targeting 2016, the 50th anniversary year of the Star Trek franchise, for the release of the third J.J. Abrams film. At the CineEurope conference in Barcelona today, Paramount confirmed that "Star Trek 3," as it is currently being called, is indeed slated for release in 2016. Roberto Orci will direct and also pen the story together with J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay. While the film seems to be moving along at a fairly steady pace, there is still no word on plot details nor casting rumors, although tweets by Orci appear the indicate filming in the spring.
Find out more.
DVD Talk breaks down "Chain of Command" Blu-ray release
When the Star Trek: The Next Generation remastered project reached the first (and greatest) cliffhanger in the series, "The Best of Both Worlds," the producers decided to pay proper tribute to the landmark story with a feature-length standalone release. The trend has continued with "Redemption," "Unification," and now "Chain of Command." The powerful sixth-season episodes in which Picard is captured and tortured by Cardassians, have been merged into one long story complete with special bonus features available on the standalone Blu-ray only. To help you dig into the special release, Randy Miller III of DVD Talk has released a comprehensive breakdown.
Read DVD Talk's review of the "Chain of Command" Blu-ray.
3D printer head to the International Space Station
We've been hearing a lot about 3D printers recently. In fact, we know many people using them. And in August this seeming predecessor to the replicator will be taking to the stars as Made In Space sends the first additive manufacturing technology, or 3D printer, to the International Space Station. The purpose of sending the printer into space is to test the technology’s ability to function in zero-gravity. While aboard the ISS the printer will build 21 demonstration parts—test coupons, parts, and tools. If the printer meets expectations, the technology could potentially be used to produce spare parts on demand, making space travel safer during emergency situations, as well as making the station less dependent on resupply trips.
Find out more and see photos of the printer.
IDW releases The City On the Edge of Forever, Part 1
On April 6, 1967, "The City On the Edge of Forever" aired and became one of the most famous Star Trek episodes of all time. But while this tale of time travel and altered futures is amazing, it isn't quite the story that Harlan Ellison wrote. Now IDW brings us a graphic novel adaptation of Ellison's original script, and the first issue of the four-part miniseries was released today. Readers will notice the changes right off the bat as the unique and fitting art style pulls us into a city on the edge of forever that is quite different from the one we remember.
Get the first issue.
ANOVOS wants to make you a Badmiral
One of the perks of reaching flag rank is the uniform. Anyone who has seen more than a handful of Star Trek episodes has noticed that admirals get to pimp their threads. And it seems that there is something in the shoulder pads, the gold lining, or the belt buckle that turns an otherwise understanding new admiral into a "badmiral." If you want to command the room at your next convention, ANOVOS can help you do it in style with their new painstakingly reproduced Starfleet admiral's tunic.
See the tunics and get more details.
Star Trek MMO coming to fluidic space near you
If you've been itching to take the fight back to Species 8472, NGames will soon give you the chance in a new MMO the company is developing. The story centers around "fluidic space," that mysterious realm first revealed in the Voyager episode "Scorpion" that is home to the mysterious tri-legged Species 8472. With a heavy emphasis on combat, the free-to-play game on Game321.com will give players the ability to create ships and fleets to use in battle as they make their way through this unusual part of the universe.
Find out more about the game.
Star Trek Continues premieres "Fairest of Them All"
The long awaited third episode of Star Trek Continues has finally been unveiled on June 15 at Supanova in Syndey. Returing to the Mirror Universe, "Fairest of Them All," follows up immediately after the Original Series episode "Mirror, Mirror" and tells the story of what happened aboard the ISS Enterprise when the mirror landing party returned to the ship. The cast of STC gathered in Australia for the premiere, and the episode is now also available for viewing worldwide on YouTube and Vimeo.
Watch the episode!
Abandoned Abramsverse horses and fish come out to play
We only spent a short time on Nibiru at the beginning of Star Trek Into Darkness. And while the scenes were memorable, there was much more in the works that got nixed for time and budget. Alfonso De La Torre, a conceptual illustrator who worked on the film, has released images that he created for Into Darkness showing several creatures native to Nibiru, including a horse, insect, and some fish.
View the images and find out more at ComicBookMovie.com.
Star Trek set to invade Boston
As Chicago recovers from a Trek invasion, the next city bracing itself for impact is Boston. On Saturday and Sunday, June 21 and 22, Star Trek actors from across all series will land at the John B. Hynes Convention Center, headlined by Captain Sisko himself, Avery Brooks. Joining Brooks will be Walter Koenig, Robert Picardo, Terry Farrell, Robert Beltran, Tim Russ, Connor Trinneer, Dominic Keating, Anthony Montgomery, Roberty O' Reilly, J.G. Hertzler, Max Grodenchik, Aron Eisenberg, John Billingsley, and Garrett Wang. The event will also feature a costume parade and a first look at the new strategy roleplaying game, Star Trek Timelines.
Get more info and tickets.
Data and Geordi get big heads
There's no doubt that Data and Geordi are smart. No one can pull off an engineering plan or a technological ploy and then give a PowerPoint about it like these bosom buddies. But sometimes all that smarts goes to your head. This seems to be the case with the latest offering from BifBangPow! Those attending San Diego Comic-Con in July can pick up bobble heads of Data as Sherlock Holmes and La Forge as Watson.
See the bobble heads. The game's afoot!
Is Lowe's Developing Holodeck Technology?
Having trouble visualizing that next home improvement project? Wish you could just tell the computer what you'd like it to create? Lowe's, the hardware and home furnishing chain, thinks this is exactly how you should go about decking out your abode. And to make this a reality, Lower's is boldly going "into new shopping experiences, launching a holograph-based virtual reality showroom dubbed the Holoroom."
Find out more at SingularityHub.
Elachi Alert Weekend Comes to Star Trek Online
If you're looking to slam the door on subspace and earn extra rewards at the same time, you'll want to make sure you log into STO for Elachi Alert Weekend from now until Monday, July 16, at 10 p.m. Pacific. Help protect the scientific fleet that is working to close the gateways and earn 50% bonuses on mark rewards.
Find out more on the Star Trek Online website.
Trek comic righting social wrongs of Trek canon
Star Trek is all about diveristy and inclusiveness, but what exactly those words means changes over time. Comic writer Mark Farinas aims to correcting many of what he sees as massive social oversights in Trek canon through his artwork and stories on trekcomic.com. The first serial, entitled "No Good Deed," is set at the end of the Earth-Romulan War and features an openly gay captain. However, the captain’s homosexuality is not a plot point; it’s only a piece of characterization. The second serial, "Weapons of Mass Destruction," began last week and features a group of outlaws on the planet Tellar that is led by a woman.
Find out more and read the comics.
Star Trek actors join Reading Rainbow Live
Unless you are completely disconnected from the Internet—and perhaps reality—you know that LeVar Burton's Kickstarter campaign shattered its $1 million goal in 12 hours. Now the one-month campaign has passed $3.6 million with three weeks to go. The new stretch goal is now $5 million and today Burton announced a series of events called Reading Rainbow Live! that will feature fellow Star Trek cast members. The shows will be available as premiums for those who contribute to the Kickstarter and guests will include Jonathan Frakes, Brent Spiner, Michael Dorn, Robert Picardo, Kate Mulgrew, Marina Sirtis, Gates McFadden, Jeri Ryan, and... wait for it... William Shatner and Patrick Stewart.
Find out more and donate on the Reading Rainbow Kickstarter page.
NASA engineers unveil warp ship design concept—IXS Enterprise
In 2012, NASA engineer and physicist Harold White announced he was working on a solution to the energy problem in Miguel Alcubierre’s 1994 theory for faster-than-light space travel. His goal? To reduce the requirements from the mass-energy of Jupiter to something the size of NASA’s Voyager 1 probe. Now, as part of the project, White has collaborated with Mark Rademaker to create a CGI design concept of a warp-capable ship, which they have named it the IXS Enterprise.
See the ship design.
First trailer for Prelude to Axanar revelead
Fans can now get their first look at Prelude to Axanar with the release of the first trailer—and it is incredible! Presented as a History Channel-style look back at the battle, this powerful sneak peak packs so much Star Trek glory into less than three minutes that you will be counting the days until the full release if you aren't already. See J.G. Hertzler as a Starfleet captain, Richard Hatch as a Klingon, and Tony Todd delivering a rousing speech that will get your blood pumping. And the visuals are like nothing you've ever seen in Star Trek.
Watch the full trailer on the Star Trek Axanar website.
Spock Days are Coming to Vulcan… Alberta
If you've always wanted to visit Vulcan, there's never been a better time to go that the weekend of June 13-15. The weather is beautiful and you won't even need an extra set of eyelids to protect you. While you're there in the town of Vulcan, Alberta, Canada you'll meet Nana Visitor, Rene Aberjonois, and Chase Masterson, as well as take in stargazing hosted by the Royal Astronomical Society of Calgary. There lots of Star Trek fun in store for you during the Spock days of summer.
Find out more at VulcanTourism.com
Has Netflix Teamed Up with CBS for a New Star Trek Series?
Uhm... no. They have not. But the rumor is swirling after someone misinterpreted comments from Phoenix Comicon. The story making the rounds is that Larry Nemecek broke the news to those at the convention; but this is not what happened. Larry pops in for a few minutes in this episode of Hyperchannel to clear the air and tell us what really was said.
Read more from Larry about this story on his website.
Star Trek V celebrates its 25th Anniversary
It's the film fans love to hate. Star Trek V: The Final Frontier turns 25 today and, unlike a fine wine, the public perception of it has not improved much over the years. But is the hate for Shatner's lone Star Trek directorial outing justified? While there is no arguing that the film could have been executed better, there are a number of positive elements in Star Trek V that deserve the attention of fans. On the anniversary of the film's release, we reflect on both the positive and the negative and why blue horses and magic Vulcans aren't as bad as you think.
Shatner to Serve as Calgary Stampede Parade Grand Marshal
It's a well-known fact that William Shatner loves horses. It's also a well-known fact that he's Canadian. Sometimes those two things come together in the perfect storm, which is exactly what is happening beginning July 4 when Shatner kicks off the Calgary Stampede Parade as Grand Marshal. Captain Kirk will be joined by speed skaters Gilmore Junio and Denny Morrison as honorary marshals at the event that supports the non-profit organization. Shatner admits that, despite his love of horses, he's never been to the Calgary Stampede. We're just wondering if he might run into Captain Picard there so they can ride off into the Nexus.
Find out more about the Stampede at StarTrek.com.
Star Trek Exhibition Beams Down to Jakarta
When it comes to big Star Trek events, no one gets the goodies like the United States. England and Germany get to play in the stars from time to time, but Asia often feels like the land that Trek forgot. Fans in Indonesia, therefore, are rejoicing as Star Trek: The Exhibition has touched down in Jakarta for a six-week stay. The museum-like traveling exhibition, which include costumes, props, and even recreated sets from the television series, is currently calling Gandaria City Ground External home.
Find out more and see photos at StarTrek.com.
Klingons Exert Influence on the International Space Station
Apparently there has been a Klingon invasion of the International Space Station—though it could have been much worse. Astronaut Steve Swanson, currently commander of the ISS (not a Mirror Universe facility), created a mission patch for Expedition 40 that paid tribute to his Star Trek fandom and the franchise's influence on society. Interestingly he did this through Klingon imagery, not Starfleet. The final patch shed the Klingon motif, but the emblem still found its way aboard the orbitting outpost.
Get more details and view the patch designs at collectSPACE.
3D Printed Food Brings Replicator One Step Closer to Reality
When you want something to eat in Star Trek, you just walk over to the wall, tell the computer what you want, and wait for it to appear. Such hands-off preparation of dinner could be closer to reality than we think. 3D printing technology is quickly moving from the realm of plastic objects to the world of cuisine. A number of companies have commercial 3D food printers coming to market, and their applications range from the creative to the practical. Culinary artisans can use them to create seemingly impossible shapes, while health-care professionals can use them to provide the elderly with more satisfying meals. The technology is even being touted at the gateway to a sustainable, eco-friendly food supply as the world's population grows.
Find out more about 3D food printing and view amazing pictures on Motherboard.
Robert Blackman to Judge Star Trek Las Vegas Costume Competition
It takes many talented people to put together a television show like Star Trek, and each of these creatives plays a unique role in the final product. When it comes to costume design, no one has exerted more influence over how we think about Star Trek than Robert Blackman. For nearly two decades, Blackman has directed the look and feel of Trek's threads—beginning with TNG's third season all the way through Enterprise. He will be appearing at Star Trek Las Vegas this summer—his first since the early days of modern Star Trek—where he will conduct a Q&A and judge the costume contest. As a lead up to the event, StarTrek.com has published a fascinating two-part interview with the costume genius.
Read the full interview on StarTrek.com. Part 1 and Part 2
A New Hope for Life In Space
As a Star Trek fan, chances are you would love to wake up one morning to the news that we've discovered other life somewhere out there in the cosmos. Despite our technological advancement, it feels like a long shot. But there could be hope. Dr. Seth Shostak, Senior Astronomer at the SETI Institite and co-host of Big Picture Science, recently testified before Congress on this very question. Besides helping the scientifically-challenged individuals who run our country and world, Shostak also predicts that we will find extraterrestrial life (not necessarily intelligent life) within a few decades.
Listen to the episode of Big Picture Science, "A New Hope for Life In Space."
Bio Looks at the Genius of Gene Roddenberry's "Star Trek"
On June 3, 1969, the final episode of Star Trek aired. But while it was the end of the original series television series, it was just the beginning of the franchise. Since that day 45 years ago, fans have continued to watch the adventures of Kirk, Spock, Bones, and the original Enterprise 1701. From those adventures we've learned about life, how to understand and respect others, and how to build technology that has changed our world. To mark this anniversary, Laurie Ulster has written a piece on the BIO website that highlights some of the genius of Gene Roddenberry's creation, and always what she has gained from watching the series over the years.
Read the full retrospective on the BIO website.
Creation Beams Into the Windy City for Star Trek Chicago
Star Trek fans in Chicago can meet some of their favorite actors in person this weekend as Creation Entertainment's official convention comes to the Windy City. The event is headlined by none other than Captain Kirk himself, William Shatner, and also features heavyweights Kate Mulgrew, Jeri Ryan, and Nichelle Nichols. The convention runs from Friday, June 6 through Sunday, June 8, and includes a music video contest, costume parade, and a makeup session in which artist John Paladin will transform Suzie Plakson into K'Ehleyr.
Find out more and get your tickets.
Top 10 Least Threatening Villains
Star Trek has given us a lot of incredible villains. Khan, the Borg, and Gul Dukat comes immediately to mind. But the franchise has also given us a lot of less-than-threatening villains as well—and I'm not talking about Neelix's leola root stew. Charlie Jane Anders on io9 has compiled a list of the 10 Least Threatening Star Trek Villains, and we share out thoughts on the choices in today's Hyperchannel.
Read the full list and justifications for not being threatening on io9.
Phase II: Concept Art from Mike Minor's Drawing Board
In 1977, Paramount Pictures envisioned a new five year mission for the Enterprise. Although illustrator Mike Minor (who also worked on TOS, The Motion Picture and The Wrath of Khan—and who was the uncredited creator of "The Tholian Web"—created concept art for the project, titled Phase II, the show was never realized. However, several pieces of Minor's concept art for the show have recently been released, showing designs for engineering, the captain’s quarters, a cargo hold, and a recreation room.
View Minor's Phase II artwork on ScienceFiction.com.
Making Dr. McCoy's Magic Pills Real
When the crew of the Enterprise traveled back to 1986 San Francisco, the most shocking thing to Bones wasn't chaotic traffic or computer input via mouse, it was the primitive state of medicine. Taking inspiration from Star Trek, doctors today are working to make things like Dr. McCoy's magic pills—which apparently grow new kidneys. A breakthrough by Gladstone Institutes allows scientists to transform skin cells into heart muscle cells, which could eventually lead to the development of Star Trek-like treatments for a wide range of ailments.
Read the full Treknosis column on StarTrek.com
DIY Enterprise: The Next Generation of 3-D Printing
What do you do when you want to depict the destruction of the USS Enterprise from The Search for Spock, but all you have on hand is the Millennium Falcon—and you only have 15 minutes to remedy the situation? You 3D print the Enterprise, of course! This is 2014 after all. But even this solution could normally take five hours. What you need is a miracle. But don't call Scotty! Instead, call Yong Chen of the University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering. In a new video produced by the school, the venerable 1701 is resurrected in just 15 minutes.
Watch the video on StarTrek.com.
http://www.startrek.com/article/watch-enterprise-created-in-15-minutes
George Takei Tweet Boosts Solar Roadways
When Sulu speaks, people listen—and jump into action for a good cause. When George Takei heard about a project to revolutionize streets and sidewalks, turning them into energy generators that can power cities, he tweeted the info out to his 8 million Twitter followers. The next day, the Indiegogo campaign to fund the project, which is the brainchild of North Idaho couple Scott and Julie Brusaw, passed it's $1 million goal—and it hasn't looked back since.
View the Indiegogo campaign and find out more about the project.
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/solar-roadways#home
Celebrating 30 Years of Star Trek III: The Search for Spock
After Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan breathed new life and excitement in to Star Trek in 1982, fans were eager for the next adventure of the USS Enterprise. There was just one problem: the ship would be setting sail without a key member of her crew—Spock. Fortunately we only had to live without our favorite Vulcan for two years before Harve Bennett gave him back to us in 1984. As hard as it is to believe, it's now been 30 years since Kirk violated orders and returned to Genesis. June 1 isn't known as Planet Forbidden Day; but it should be. It was on June 1, 1984, that Star Trek III premiered, and to commemorate the occassion StarTrek.com provides a trivia-filled look back.
Read the StarTrek.com's look back at the film.
Teleportation Could Become Reality… Eventually
Do you hate to travel? Not the part where you visit new and exciting places—or family and friends who live far away—but the part where you sit on an airplane for five hours. Ever wish you could simply beam to Hawai'i for an afternoon on the beach or to Las Vegas for the Star Trek convention? If so, it seems there is nothing in the laws of physics stopping you from doing it. All you need is some technological and scientific advancement, along with a lot of patience—because it isn't happening anytime soon. But scientists at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands are proving that it is possible, and say that it could become a reality in the far future.
Read the full piece—including an explanation of the experiment—from The Telegraph.
CNN remembers "Plato's Stepchildren" (more or less)
As part of its current retrospective on the 1960s, CNN highlighted the Original Series episode "Plato's Stepchildren" as an example of how, in that tumultuous decade, "Television [began] to tackle serious issues." As long-time fans know, this third-season episode is best remembered for a moment often touted as network television's first interracial kiss, when the telepathic Platonians force Captain Kirk and Lieutenant Uhura to lock lips. Unfortunately, CNN didn't summarize the episode with 100% accuracy, but it still highlights the importance of Star Trek in breaking new ground.
Read the full CNN article, "5 surpising things 1960s TV change."
Lost Apollo continues the Five Year Mission in TOS style
Since 2009 we've gotten roughly four hours of content from the rebooted J.J. Abrams Star Trek. That's barely one new TV episode per year. At the end of Into Darkness the Enteprise is ready to finally start that famous five-year mission. Of course, we'll never see it in any substance in the theatre. IDW, however, is bringing us the adventure in comic form through the Star Trek Ongoing series. The last issue, "Lost Apollo, Part 1" delivers the goods with a story that feels very reminiscent of The Original Series.
Read TrekCore's review by Patrick Hayes.
Shatner and Star Trek nominated for TCA Awards
Quick! Name one television show and one actor that have made a lasting impact on American culture—make that global culture. Did you answer Star Trek and William Shatner. If so, the Television Critics Association seems to agree. Star Trek: The Original Series has been nominated for the Heritage Award and William Shatner is up for the Career Achievement Award in the upcoming 30th Annual TCA Awards, which will be handed out on Saturday, July 19.
Find out and view all of the nominees.
Tampa Bay Rays to serve up Star Trek Night
Every Deep Space Nine fan knows that Captain Sisko loves baseball. They also know that sport has died out on Earth by the 24th century. Luckily we still live in the 21st, and so on Friday, June 6, we can watch the Tampa Bay Rays take on the Seattle Mariners on what will be known as Star Trek Night at Tropicana Field. The night will include a showing of the "Chain of Command" Blu-ray trailer and free Star Trek-themed t-shirts.
Find out more and get your tickets.
Reading Rainbow funded in 12 hours
Sometimes a million-dollar goal on a Kickstarter campaign would be viewed as insane. But not when we're talking about the future of our children, literacy, and LeVar Burton. When Burton and Reading Rainbow launched their month-long funding campaign on Wednesday, May 28, they never expected to be funded before they could get started promoting it. In just 12 hours the goal of one million dollars was met, leaving Burton with a tear in his eye over the generosity of the contributors.
Watch LeVar Burton's response to the quick success.
Marc Cushman's These Are the Voyages receives Saturn Award
A great deal is known about the making of Star Trek: The Original Series, but what is most amazing is how much isn't know—or at least hasn't been until now. Marc Cushman, the writer who penned the story that became the TNG episode "Sarek," was charged by Gene Roddenberry with the task of writing a comprehensive history of TOS. It took many years for the project to be completed, but this year has seen the release of two massive volumes called These Are the Voyages: TOS—with a third volume on the way—totally more than 2,000 pages of behind-the-scenes material. Such as monumental effort deserves to be honored, and that's just what the Saturn Awards will be doing on June 26 as they recognize the books with a Special Recognition Award.
Find out more at 1701 News.
Get the books—autographed by Marc Cushman.
Five Year Mission Named Official House Band of Star Trek Las Vegas
At long last, something we've been requesting for years has finally happened. Five Year Mission is the official house band of Star Trek Las Vegas 2014! As a new component of STLV, Creation Entertainment will have a full house band on stage during the con to entertain guests. To fill this role Creation has called upon five musicians from Indianapolis whose Five Year Mission is to write an original song for every episode of The Original Series. Noah Butler, Andy Fark, Patrick O'Connor, Mike Rittenhouse, and Chris Spurgin are all veterans of the Indianapolis music scene, and their collaboration has brought fans an eclectic and fun mix of sounds since 2010. This is an exciting and most welcome addition to the summer's festivities!
Find our more about Five Year Mission.
Microsoft brings Star Trek's Universal Translator to Skype
Are you tired of being misunderstood. Wish you could speak a foreign language? If Microsoft's new Star Trek-like translation technology works, the Tower of Babel could come crumbling down in the near future. Demonstrating a version of Skype containing new on-the-fly translation technology, Microsoft is showing off a tool that allows people who speak different languages to communicate in real time, just as on Star Trek. Will it work? That remain to be seen. But the product is scheduled to enter beta later this year.
Find out more about the technology at .net.
Rebooted TNG coming in 2016? (Don't hold your breath.)
As we get closer to the 50th anniversary year of Star Trek, rumors about the next television series are heating up. We've heard a number of different rumors over the past few months—none substantiated, of course. The latest rumor suggests that a new series will premiere in 2016 right after the third (and final) JJ Abrams film leaves theatres. The subject? A reboot of The Next Generation. Will it happen? We doubt it. Do you even want to see it? No link for this story as it's just a rumor, but send us feedback and tell us what you think.
Visit our forums and talk about the next Star Trek series.
Star Trek prop to help Reading Rainbow grow
One of the most memorable props from Star Trek: The Next Generation is the VISOR worn by Geordi LaForge. And the actor who portrayed the blind engineer, LeVar Burton, is bringing the VISOR out of storage to help raise money to help revive his famous children's show Reading Rainbow. PBS stopped airing the show in 2009 after an amazing 26-year run, and since 2012 the program has existed in the form of an app for iPad and Kindle Fire. As part of a Kickstarter beginning May 28, you can actually try the VISOR on yourself.
Find out more about Burton's plans for Reading Rainbow.
Jonathan Frakes to direct new television series
Many Star Trek actors have gone on to direct both within the franchise and beyond. Jonathan Frakes has stayed busy behind the camera over the years as a director and a producer, and his hand will be seen once again later this year when TNT revives the Librarian trilogy as a new television series. Frakes, who directed the second and third parts of the trilogy, will direct a number of episode of the new show that stars Rebecca Romijn, Christian Kane, and John Larroquette.
Find out more about The Librarians.
Enroll in the School of Manly Fighting and Learn Kirk Fu
If a lizard has ever snuck up on you and left you unsure what to do, you can fix that by enrolling in the School of Manly Fighting. That's where you'll learn Kirk Fu, a futuristic martial art proven effective against reptile attackers. You learn how to use The Lumberjack, The Jumping Jim, The Angry Hug, The Full Broadside, The Chopnado, and The Last Resort (which is throwing a rock) to fend off stiff, knife-wielding baddies.
See the artwork and get your t-shirt at Teepublic.com.
Linda Park Cooks Up an Urbn Harvest
Exploring the galaxy and saving Earth was a non-stop adventure for Linda Park, the actress who portrayed Hoshi Sato on Enterprise. After so much excitement, relaxing and cooking seemed like a much better way to spend her days. And that's just what Park does in her new web series, Urbn Harvest, an exploration of Los Angeles, good food, and spending time with family and friends.
Find out more about Urbn Harvest.
Moore and Braga Look Back at "All Good Things…" 20 Years Later
On the 20th anniversary of the airing of TNG's finale, "All Good Things…" writers Ronald D. Moore and Brannon Braga sat down with Dave Nemetz at Yahoo TV to reminisce about the writing of the episode and the hectic times that surrounded it. It's hard to believe that two decades have passed since Q sent Picard hopping through time, and still perhaps no TV series has topped this finale.
Read the full interview on the Yahoo TV website.
J. K. Woodward Shares His Art Process for The City On the Edge of Forever
In August IDW and Harlan Ellison will bring us the graphic novel adaptation of Ellison's original script for "The City On the Edge of Forever." The artwork that has been revealed thus far is a fitting stylistic take on this story that became one of the most memorable moments of The Original Series. On his blog, artist J. K. Woodward has posted a step-by-step demonstation of his process for creating one page of the graphic novel, taking you through how he works with reference photos, masking, backgrounds, shadow detail, mid/foreground color, and unmasking.
See the process on Woodward's blog.
Leonard Nimoy POPS In On Boston
If you're a fan of classical music, movie scores, and Star Trek, and you're in the Boston area, you'll want to drop by Symphony Hall in downtown Boston on the evenings of May 23 and 24. Leonard Nimoy will be popping in on Boston to lead the Boston Pops special event "Out of this World." It's a night of music that includes Gustav Holst's The Planets, Richard Strauss's "Also Sprach Zarathrusta," and John William's scores from Star Wars, E.T., and Close Encounters of the Third Kind.
Find out more and get tickets throught the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
Marina Sirtis Talks the Future of Trek
The Next Generation cast gathered once again this past weekend to delight convention goers, this time at the Dallas Comic Con. During the discussion, Marina Sirtis, who portrayed Deanna Troi on TNG and continues to do so in the hearts of fans worldwide, was asked about the future of the franchise. She is certain that there will be another series, although she has no inside information. She also talked about why she loves appearing at cons.
Find out what else Marina said. Read the full article on the CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth website.
Star Trek Replicator Could Arrive in 12 Months
We all want Star Trek technology in our lives; and not just iPads. Replicators are near the top of the list for many, and if scientists at Imperial College London have their way we could all be sipping raktajino by next summer. (In which case we hope it's iced.) Using a theory first proposed in 1934, scientists have figured out how to turn light into matter. All you need is a bit of gold.… and a photon-photon collider.
Find out how it works in this article on the Pocket Lint website.
Jolan Tru! New Romulus Weekend is Coming
This month marks the one year anniversary of Star Trek Online: Legacy of Romulus, and to mark the occasion STO will be running an in-game event from May 22 to May 27. Players will enjoy some permanent bonuses as a result of the milestone, and some other special "gifts" will be available only between May 22 and 27. BUt remember what Doctor McCoy said... beware Romulans bearing gifts! Also, during the event, players can grab both the Legacy of Romulus Legacy Pack and the Legacy of Romulus Starter Pack for a special price of 12,500 and 2,000 Zen respectively.
Find out all about the New Romulus Weekend on the Star Trek Online Dev Blog.
Rene Auberjonois Join Cast of Master of Sex
A quick casting note for fans of Deep Space Nine... Rene Aberjonois, who brought a bucket of goo to life in the role of Odo—and who has since delighted viewers on shows such as Boston Legal, Archer, and Warehouse 13—will be joining the cast of the Showtime's "Masters of Sex," a drama about the pioneers of the science of human sexuality whose research touched off the sexual revolution. The show, which was nominated for Best Drama in the 2014 Golden Globes, returns for its second season on July 13.
Find out more from Variety.
Oculus Rift goes Galaxy Class
If you follow Star Trek—or even general technology news—you no doubt heard about the recent recreation of the USS Voyager bridge for the Oculus Rift, a $350 3D virtual reality headset that maker Oculus VR bills as "Next-Gen Virtual Reality. Not to be left out, TNG fans can now take command of the Enterprise-D. Irish filmmaker Enda O'connor has recreated both the 1701-D bridge and Captain Picard's ready room to allow Oculus Rift owners to set foot in the 24th century.
Find out more and watch the video on the NBC News website.
http://www.nbcnews.com/tech/innovation/engage-oculus-rift-star-trek-next-generation-goes-3-d-n109286
Tribbles Week Redux on Tor.com
If you're a Deep Space Nine fans and you do not frequent Tor.com, you should. Each week renowned Star Trek author Keith R.A. DeCandido gives you an in-depth look at a DS9 episode as part of his Deep Space Nine rewatch. This week kicks off "Tribble Week Redux" as Keith arrives at that legendary tribute episode, "Trials and Tribble-ations." Do you know all there is to know about the Defiant's trip back in time Deep Space Station K-7?
Read Keith's "Trials and Tribble-ations" piece at Tor.com.
http://www.tor.com/blogs/2014/05/tribbles-week-redux-star-treks-qthe-trouble-with-tribblesq
IDW takes you to Deep Space 9… Abramsverse Style
Fans of Q will interested in what IDW has in store for us starting in July... of maybe not, depending on how you feel about the Abramsverse. Issue #35 of the Star Trek Ongoing series begins a six-part series titled "The Q Gambit." The series, which begins in July, finds the mischievous Q sending James T. Kirk on a quest that will witness the Enterprise joining forces with familiar faces from Trek lore, beginning with the crew of a very familiar space station. We've speculated on Literary Treks that "a very familiar space station" referred to DS9, and the cover art just revealed for Issue #36 confirms this. How do you feel about an Abramsverse DS9?
Check out the cover art at StarTrek.com.
http://www.startrek.com/article/first-look-the-q-gambit-part-2
TNG Season 6 Steelbook Lands in Germany
If you're a fan of The Next Generation and you love collectibles, you may just want to fly over to Germany to pick up your copy of Season 6 on Blu-ray. German fans are getting special treatment in the form of a limited collector's edition steelbook. The edition is exclusive to Amazon.de and the German steelbook releases of each TNG season also include a collector's pin. These include a TNG-era Starfleet badge, Starfleet logo pin, Starfleet Academy pin, Romulan pin, Klingon pin, Borg insignia pin, UFP emblem. The steelbook sells for €69,99 and drops on July 3, 2014.
Find out more and see the steelbook.
http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B00KCQIYLE/
Michael Giacchino Talk Star Trek: Live in Concert
One of the most delightful part of the J.J. Abrams reboot of Star Trek has been the music. Michael Giacchino has continued the franchise's rich tradition of beautiful scores and has joined the Alexander Courage, Gerald Fried, Jerry Goldsmith, James Horner, and Ron Jones as one of the great voices behind the visuals. StarTrek.com has published an interview with Giacchino in which the composer talks about writing music for Star Trek and of TV and film projects, what inspires him, his lifelong connection to Star Trek, and advice for those looking to compose for film in the future.
Read the full interview at StarTrek.com.
http://www.startrek.com/article/michael-giacchino-talks-star-trek-live-in-concert
Voyager Points the Way to Liberation Through Loss
It's unusual to hear fresh perspectives on Voyager 20 years after the show premiered, especially those of someone watching the show for the very first time. In a new article on NPR.org, Ava Noë writes about her experience watching Voyager for the first time here in 2014, and the differences she sees between it and past Star Trek. A key point is liberation through loss, and talks about how—in an age of so much information clutter and noise—sometimes we need to get away from it all.
Read the article and see if you agree at NPR.org.
http://www.npr.org/blogs/13.7/2014/05/17/312993171/star-trek-voyager-points-the-way-to-liberation-through-loss
Patrick Stewart Grills Smithsonian Director on Star Trek
While visiting the National Museum of American History to present four costumes from his latest X-Men film, which are being donated to the collection, Patrick Stewart began to protest the lack of Star Trek memorabilia at the Smithsonian. When it was pointed out to him that they do in fact have Spock's ears in the collection, Stewart insisted that he could give them some more things of real significance and that he would make it his personal mission.
Read the story on the US News & World Report website.
http://www.usnews.com/news/blogs/washington-whispers/2014/05/17/patrick-stewart-grills-museum-director-on-smithsonians-star-trek-collection
Zeus 3D Printer is Replicator and Transporter Rolled Into One
We already have PADDs, communicators, and Velcro (remember it actually came from Vulcan!), and now two more Star Trek technologies may be in our near future—the replicator and transporter. At least they are if AIO Robotics succeeds in its vision. The new Zeus 3D printer combines both of these technologies—admittedly on a less magical level—by allowing users to scan an object, 3D print a replica, and fax that object to others. The printer is available now for pre-order at the price of $2,499 and is expected to ship this summer.
The Trek Collective Reviews the USS Reliant
The eleventh issue of the Official Starships Collection from Eagle Moss is out and The Trek Collective has reviewed the tiny ship. Which ship would that be? Well, it's one beautiful enough to make you scream KHAAAANNN!!! The USS Reliant, Khan's inverted Enterprise from Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, is the subject of Issue #11 and The Trek Collective seems captivated by it's radiantly blue nacelles.
Star Trek: Horizon nears end of Kickstarter
The independent, feature-length film set during the time of Enterprise, Star Trek: Horizon, will be reaching the end of its Kickstarter at noon on Monday, May 19. If you haven't yet contributed, there's still time to check out the amazing work that Tommy Kraft and the rest of the Horizon cast and crew are doing. The story takes place during The Romulan War and centers on the NX-04 Discovery. It's an example of extreme dedication and creative talent, and is being done on what we'll generously call a shoestring budget—though you would never know from the professional level of the visuals and story. Visit the Horizon website and Kickstarter to find out more through the images, updates, and some fantastic behind-the-scenes production videos.
Takei dishes on his favorite TOS episode and Star Trek 2016
In a new two-minute video from The Washington Post, Star Trek's original Hikaru Sulu, George Takei, answers four questions about the franchise. He was asked about his favorite episode (hint: it involves fencing), the best thing about being on Star Trek, which character he misses most, and his thoughts on the future of the franchise, the next film, and Roberto Orci as director.
Christian Gossett talks Red Star and Star Trek: Axanar
Comic Book Resources interviewed artist Christian Gossett about IDW's new Treasury Collection release of his groundbreaking comic, The Red Star. In addition to talking about the inspiration, creative process, and potential TV or film version, he also discussed the Star Trek project that he is directing, the independent film Star Trek: Axanar, which is being produced by Alec Peters.
John Byrne's Mirror Cracked
Following the success of last year's Strange New Worlds photo comic from John Byrne, IDW announced that the concept would become a new ongoing series called New Visions. Beginning today, Star Trek comic fans can look forward to bi-monthly entries starting with Issue 1 titled The Mirror, Cracked. In these comics, legend John Byrne takes screen stills from TOS episodes and using them to craft new stories. They're not just a series of familiar scenes, however. Byrne goes to great lengths to create new moments by combining elements of multiple scenes and sometimes adding new effects and elements using Photoshop. It all adds up to engaging new adventures in the 23rd century.
Royal Albert Hall to host Star Trek Live in Concert
The Royal Albert Hall in London will host the UK premiere of Star Trek—Live in Concert May 29 through 31, 2014. Concertgoers will hear Michael Giacchino's inspired score brought to life on stage by the 21st Century Symphony Orchestra and Chorus whilst J.J. Abrams's Star Trek, one of the blockbusters of 2009, is shown in HD on the big screen. The orchestra will be conducted by Ludwig Wicki, and tickets are available through the Royal Albert Hall website. In addition, the follow up event, Star Trek Into Darkness—Live in Concert, will take place in the Hall on May 30 and 31.
Robert Orci confirmed as director of "Star Trek 3"
Following up on our story from yesterday, it has now been confirmed by multiple media outlets that Paramount has indeed selected Roberto Orci to direct the next Star Trek film, slated to drop in 2016. Reaction from fans has been mixed—and slanted to the negative—so it will be interesting to see how this plays out over the coming months and as we move closer toward actual production.
Trekked-Out Florida Estate Goes on the Market
Marc H. Bell, financier and two-time Tony Award-winning producer, has put his Boca Raton, Florida, estate on the market for $35 million. What's so special about the joint? It's seriously punked out Star Trek style. The most expensive single-family home currently listed in South Palm Beach County has a Star Trek-themed theatre room that resembles the Enterprise-D bridge, a Borg alcove (Bell does have to regenerate, after all!), and many more leisure spaces that show not only a love for Star Trek but also sports and first-person shooters. It's not all fun and games though. There's also a library, eight bedrooms, and 16 bathrooms. How can you fit all of this into one house? It's easy when you have 27,000 square feet to work with. If you're interested in purchasing it, check out The Palm Beach Post.
Westmore to Put the Spots Back on Terry Farrell
Cosplaying is nothing new to Star Trek Las Vegas—or to Terry Farrell herself. She can be seen donning TOS threads in the then-World Record costume photo from last year's Star Trek Las Vegas. This time around, she's going a step farther with the help of famed Star Trek makeup artist Michael Westmore. For the first time since leaving Deep Space Nine at the end of the show's sixth season, Farrell will once again have the Trill make up applied. So be sure you attend STLV and see if you can spot her.
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Orci now frontrunner for "Trek 3" director
Deadline Hollywood is reporting that Roberto Orci is now considered the "frontrunner" to direct the next Star Trek film, currently slated for a 2016 release. It had been previously reported that Orci was interested but that Paramount was cautious about the idea. It would be Orci's first time in the director's chair, although he has a wealth of experience working on big-name TV and film projects as a writer and producer.
About the risks of a tapping a first-time director for a project of this magnitude, Deadline Hollwood said, "Orci could be an exception [for a first-time-director] because he has been involved for so long as writer and producer in shaping such big scale films as the Star Trek films as well as the Transformers and Amazing Spider-Man movies... Paramount’s partner, Skydance Productions, has been in Orci’s corner, but Paramount needed convincing. Now it all could happen at warp speed."
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Shatner's Brown Bag Wine Tasting has a new home
William Shatner has a knack for bringing fun and unique projects to the world, and his show Brown Bag Wine Tasting certainly qualifies. The show, which has been appearing on Shatner's own website, will be making the move to Ora.T.V. beginning June 23. The concept of the show is simple: Shatner accosts ordinary people with a bottle of wine in a brown bag and strikes up a conversation. As he told StarTrek.com in a recent interview:
"It’s me interviewing people. Talking to people, it can take time for them to warm up. My insertion, if you will, is a sip of wine from a brown bag. We analyze the wine and then the guests talk about themselves, and they’re mostly man on the street people rather than celebrities. They’re literally man on the street; they’ll be walking by and I’ll accost them and start talking to them."
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Star Trek Online releases new Tempest and Maelstrom Class escort ships
If you're looking for new escort ships with a bit of extra firepower, STO has two new options for you. The Tempest Class improves on the original design and gives your weapons systems some extra punch with a Nadion Saturation Bomb console and an Aft-Firing Tempest Tail Gun. Of course, there are new Tempest Class costumes that are set by default, and those can be worn by whomever you put in the fifth tactical seat.
The second option is the Maelstrom Class, which is available if you have a Tier 1 Fleet Shipyard. It gives you a third engineering console rather that a fifth tactical seat, and includes the Aft-Firing Tempest Tail Gun despite lacking the Nadion Saturation Bomb console. You'll need to be a Vice Admiral or higher to get your hands on either of these new escort options.
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