Standard Orbit: A Star Trek Original Series Podcast

Standard Orbit 202: Trek Wars
 
Star Trek vs. Star Wars.

Merry Christmas and a happy Star Wars season to you all! In honor of December now officially being Star Wars month, we thought it would be fun to pit the two trilogies of the George Lucas Star Wars saga against the six movies of the TOS cast and crew.

In this episode of Standard Orbit, hosts Ken Tripp and Zach Moore don't settle the  great Star Trek vs. Star Wars debate one and for all, but they at least have a good time talking about that other Star franchise. It's their present to each other and the listeners this Christmas. May the Force be with you!

Chapters
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:23)   
Star Wars (A New Hope) vs. The Motion Picture (00:04:54)
The Empire Strikes Back vs. The Wrath of Khan (00:22:33)
Return of the Jedi vs. The Search for Spock (00:33:19)
The Phantom Menace vs. The Voyage Home (00:41:08) 
Attack of the Clones vs. The Final Frontier (00:47:40)
Revenge of the Sith vs. The Undiscovered Country (00:57:51) 
Closing (01:09:27)   
 
Hosts
Ken Tripp
Zach Moore

Production
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-202.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 201: TOS for a New Generation

Mother Daughter Intro to TOS
  
Ken and Zach are joined by Hayley Stoddart to discuss her and her daughter's first time watching of the original series. The discussion focuses on the first time view from an adult Star Trek fan and how a child views this iconic franchise.

Many Trek fan families introduce this special franchise to their kids and it creates a special bond in having a common interest. With all the shows in the Star Trek family; it is nothing but joy for Zach and Ken to talk through the original cast with Hayley and get introduced to a new generation of fans. Sit back and enjoy this episode of Standard Orbit!

Chapters
Intro (00:01:22) 
Welcome Hayley (00:02:03) 
A 60's Show (00:14:50) 
Spock, Data, and humor (00:16:32) 
Diversity and Inclusion (00:30:48)
Nobody knows what this is (00:49:19)
POTFM (00:54:21)
Closing (00:59:00)
 
Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore
 
Guests
Hayley Stoddart
 
Production 
Zach Moore (Producer) Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
Direct download: SO_201.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 200: Talking About A Subject You Love With People You Like
 
Standard Orbit Celebrates Its Bicentennial.

In this episode of Standard Orbit, it's a reunion of hosts pasts and present! Ken Tripp and Zach Moore are joined by Mike Schindler and Norman C. Lao to talk about Standard Orbit's origins and transitions, reminisce on their time with the show, and respond to listener questions and comments.

We also share some of our Star Trek opinions that go against the grain of common fandom, and catch up with Jeffery "Mr. Atoz" Harlan via the Atavachron. Settle in for a feature length podcast celebrating our 200th episode!

Chapters 
A Message From Starfleet Command (00:01:22)   
Welcome To Standard Orbit (00:03:38)    
Catching Up With Mike and Norm (00:06:04)   
Standard Orbit Origins (00:14:57)   
The Refit Crew (00:19:31)   
The Reboot Crew (00:31:06)   
Shows Past and Present (00:38:44)   
Unpopular Star Trek Opinions (00:50:11)   
Questions and Comments (01:09:08)   
Finals Thoughts and What Is a Plank Owner?  (01:36:03)   
Mr. Atoz Returns Via the Atavachron (01:44:16)   
Closing (02:02:00)   
 
Hosts
Ken Tripp
Zach Moore

Guests
Mike Schindler
Norman C. Lao
Jeffrey Harlan

Production
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-200.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 199: It is a Sci-Fi Little Mermaid
 
Metamorphosis

The second season episode Metamorphosis introduced some key canon to Star Trek. In this week's Standard Orbit; Zach and Ken explore this very under-rated episode and dive into the information we learned about the Federation, the Universal Translator, and Father of the Warp Drive.

Ken and Zach look at the key character moments and how this episode represents the best of Star Trek. The Standard Orbit crew look at how the show title "Metamorphosis" could apply to several aspects of this special TOS episode. Listener mail, Trek tech, Federation Data, Drama, and great character moments are all highlighted in this weeks exciting podcast. 

Chapters
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:22)
Listener Email (00:01:43)
Feedback on "Continues" (00:07:33)
Metamorphosis (00:16:00)
Re-watch Thoughts (00:17:01)
Synopsis (00:20:00)
"The Starfleet" (00:25:30)
Kirk's own Metamorphosis (00:26:14)
Strong Woman (00:29:40)
We must have struggle (00:43:06)
It is a Starfleet Little Mermaid! (00:48:03)
Universal Translator (00:51:20)
The Federation (00:54:40)
TNG Zephrym v TOS Zephrym (00:58:58)
POTFM (01:08:00)
Closing (01:13:55) 
 
Hosts
Zach Moore and Ken Tripp

Production
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-199_2.0.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:00am MDT

Star Trek Continues.

The Original Series quite infamously was never able to complete the five year mission that was promised in its opening credits. This sly attempt by Gene Roddenberry to will a five season run of his new series into existence by mere narration was unfortunately not to be. In recent years many Star Trek fan productions have taken it upon themselves to complete the mission, and this month Star Trek Continues has done exactly that.

In this episode of Standard Orbit, Zach Moore is joined by host of Continuing Mission Tony Robinson to discuss this fan favorite fan series now that it's concluded, how it fits in with TOS, and also tease an exciting new collaboration coming soon to Trek.fm!

Chapters
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:22)   
Star Trek Continues (00:02:42)
Finding Continues (00:06:39)
Cast, Effects, Etc. (00:10:06)
Fitting Into the Five Year Mission  (00:33:01) 
Episodes (00:41:03)
To Boldly Finale (00:58:02) 
Closing (01:14:35) 
 
Host
Zach Moore

Guest
Tony Robinson

Production
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-198.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:28am MDT

The Making of Star Trek V: The Final Frontier.

In this episode of Standard Orbit, hosts Ken Tripp and Zach Moore are joined by Tony Black to discuss the making of Star Trek V as told by William Shatner and his daughter Lisabeth in their respective books "Captain's Log: William Shatner's Personal Account of the Making of Star Trek V: The Final Frontier" and "Star Trek Movies Memories."

We talk the cons and pros of what many consider to be the worst film of the franchise, the many obstacles that Shanter faced trying to translate his ambitious ideas to the screen, where we rank The Final Frontier in the Star Trek movie canon, and much more. Stay tuned till the very end for a great Sean Connery impression by Tony!

Chapters
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:22)   
Making Star Trek Movie Memories From The Shatners (00:03:34)
Cons and Pros of The Final Frontier (00:08:48)
Putting The Final Frontier In Context (00:21:22)
Shatner's Compromised Vision (00:34:29) 
Cons and Pros of The Final Frontier, Contd. (00:41:35)
Best of the Worst? (00:45:22) 
Final Thoughts (00:52:04)
The Rock Men and Sean Connery (00:57:00) 
Closing (01:05:30) 
 
Hosts
Ken Tripp
Zach Moore

Guest
Tony Black

Production
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-197.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 196: Star Trek Origins: Season 3
 
Iconic Star Trek in Season 3.

We've had an ongoing miniseries on Standard Orbit we've called "Star Trek Origins" where we explore certain touchstones both real and fictional that became defining focal points for the franchise for years to come. You can find these previous discussions in Standard Orbit 139, 145 and 161 and this week we're back at it again!

In this episode of Standard Orbit, host Zach Moore is joined by author and critic Darren Mooney to examine how the often maligned third season is responsible for a lot of what we now deem iconic Star Trek. Honorable Klingons, Klingon/Romulan coexistence, ladykiller Kirk...the list goes on!

Chapters 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:22)   
Darren Mooney: Star Trek Fan (00:02:17)
TOS Season 3 (00:13:23)
James Kirk: Ladies Man (00:17:38)
Forget vs. Remember, Black and White, Space Hippies (00:24:50)  
Full Shatner (00:26:58)
Darren's Favorites (00:31:35)  
Vulcans, Klingons, Romulans and More (00:34:16) 
IDIC (00:43:14)  
Kelvin Timeline (00:45:02)  
James Kirk: Ladies Man, Contd. and Love Interests For Everyone (00:48:05)
Closing (00:57:16)  
  
Host
Zach Moore

Guest
Darren Mooney

Production 
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-196_1.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 195: It's A Death Machine
 
The Transporter.

The transporter is at the same time one of the most remarkable and terrifying pieces of technology featured in Star Trek. It dissembles its subjects at a molecular level, converts their matter into energy, then reassembles as matter at their new location. Would you be willing to go through the process?

In this episode of Standard Orbit, hosts Ken Tripp and Zach Moore discuss if they themselves would be willing to use a transporter, whether or not it is a death machine, and its many uses that go beyond what was intended by Starfleet engineers.

Chapters
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:23)   
To Transport Or Not To Transport? (00:02:25)
One Goes In, Two Come Out (00:10:03)
Transport Into Yesterday (00:17:22)
Ion Storms Cause A Lot of Problems (00:22:48) 
The Animated Transporter (00:29:16)
What We Got Back Didn't Live Long (00:42:40) 
Poor Franklin (00:52:24)
The Kelvin Transporter (00:59:15) 
Favorite Transporter Effect (01:13:13) 
Closing (01:15:59)   
 
Hosts
Ken Tripp
Zach Moore

Production
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-195.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Catspaw Commentary.

Happy Halloween! If Star Trek ever had a Halloween episode, it was Catspaw. The first episode produced for the second season, it's probably for the best it was held back a few weeks to come out the week of Halloween in 1967. Amok Time, the first episode broadcast for the second season, is one of Star Trek's best episodes. This...is not. 

In this episode of Standard Orbit, host Zach Moore is joined by Brandon-Shea Mutala for a commentary on what is widely considered one of The Original Series' worst episodes. Does it live up to its woeful reputation, or is it more treat than trick after all? Join us and find out!

Chapters
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:23)   
And The Children Shall Lead Commentary (00:04:05)
Closing (00:54:31)   
 
Hosts
Zach Moore

Guests
Brandon-Shea Mutala

Production
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-s6.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:00pm MDT

Shuttlecraft in TOS.

As we see across the Star Trek franchise, a flight in a Federation shuttle craft is probably the riskiest thing you can do in the 23rd and 24th centuries. While it set the standard for all future "stranded in a shuttlecraft" stories with The Galileo Seven, TOS used its shuttles in more ways than just that and in this episode of Standard Orbit, hosts Ken Tripp and Zach Moore discuss all such instances in The Original Series and the films.

Did TOS shuttles have warp drive? How easy is it to steal a shuttlecraft? Why take a shuttle when you could just use the transporter? These questions and much more as well as Zach's plug for a guest spot on To The Journey!

Chapters
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:23)   
Warp Drive or No Warp Drive? (00:02:34)
Stealing Shuttles (00:07:57)
The Magnificent Galileo Seven (00:10:02)
The Magnificent Galileo Seven II (00:21:04) 
Journey to Babel via Shuttlecraft (00:24:07)
Shuttle as a Probe (00:27:31) 
Stealing More Shuttles (00:29:50)
The Final Shuttle (00:31:21) 
Zach Wants to Voyage(r) to To The Journey (00:43:14) 
Shuttle Odd and Ends (00:45:50)
Closing (00:50:34)   
 
Hosts
Ken Tripp
Zach Moore

Production
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-194.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:00am MDT

Trials in TOS.

The Star Trek franchise has an excellent track record with courtroom dramas, and of course TOS is where it all started. In this episode of Standard Orbit, hosts Ken Tripp and Zach Moore discuss the many trials and court martials that took place over The Original Series and the films.

The conversation takes many turns including favorite courtroom drama TV series, the minutia of dress uniforms, and to the role of the death penalty in the Star Trek future. And you read that right, Zach is back!
Chapters
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:23)   
Zach is Back (00:01:47)
Judge Advocate General Ken and Zach: Special Victim's Unit (00:08:10)
The First Court Martial (00:13:32)
Ken on Court Martials (00:16:53) 
The Next Court Martial in The Next Episode (00:22:05)
Dress Uniforms (00:28:00) 
Khan and Marla (00:31:01)
The Last Court Martial in The Last Episode (00:39:34) 
General Order Death Penalty (00:44:15) 
The Ends Justify The Means (00:50:02) 
Don't Wait For The Translation (00:54:36) 
Closing (00:59:53)   
 
Hosts
Ken Tripp
Zach Moore

Production
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-193.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 192: Ape Face has the Conn
TOS and Planet of the Apes: How could one be the other?
 
In this episode of Standard Orbit: Nic Anastassiou, Amy Nelson and Ken Tripp talk about the idea of taking two great franchises who came into being in the same time-frame and meshing the two very different views of the future.

As fans of both franchises and fans of both Roddenberry and Serling; could an episode of the original series be constructed to incorporate the Planet of the Apes. Nic, Amy, and Ken come up with creative scenarios that explore combining the elements. Would it be an alien putting our crew in a different universe? Could it be a timeline disconnect? Could be a warning of complacency or a piece of what made Earth a utopia that fell apart? Enjoy this creative episode of Standard Orbit! 

Chapters 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:22)
The Concept (00:03:16)
1st Impressions (00:08:31)
PotA and Trek Parallels (00:18:53)
Serling and Roddenberry (00:27:00)
The Re-Write (00:30:39)
Ken Goes Dark (00:35:48)
Damage Control (00:56:51)
Is it "All Good Things?" (01:00:00)
Final thoughts and Sign-Off (01:14:25)

Hosts
Ken Tripp, Amy Nelson, and Nic Anastassiou

Production 
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   

Direct download: SO_192.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 191: If You Could Name a Starship...
Appropriate Names for Federation Starships
 
In this episode of Standard Orbit: Nic Anastassiou and Ken Tripp talk about the naming of Starships and what would be a good fit for a fleet that calls itself a humanitarian and peace-keeping Armada.

After our 6+ suggestions and the call-out on what has to be worst named starship; we ask our listeners to give us their opinions, names, and reasons as to what would be a great name for a Federation starship...After all: "we are all one big happy fleet..." See you in the Babel Conference.

Chapters 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:22)
Famous Quotes (00:02:59)
Cousteau and Calypso (00:06:36)
The French Connection (00:07:14)
The Name Game (00:10:13)
Beacon of Hope (00:14:35)
NASA Program (00:17:48)
Alexandria (00:20:12)
Return of the Red Shirt Starship (00:24:31)
He Cheated eating an apple (00:31:00)
The Escort Ships (00:36:09)
Lazy Writing (00:37:45)
Final Thoughts (00:40:00)
So Long and "Calypso" (00:49:28)

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Nic Anastassiou

Production 
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   

Direct download: SO_191_.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 190: Beyond Expectations
Best Trek Moments in the Latest Film
 
In this episode of Standard Orbit: Nic Anastassiou and Amy Nelson join Ken this week for the completion of the series reviewing the best Star Trek moments in the Kelvin Timeline movies. We enjoy some discussions on the premier of Discovery and how the premier of Beyond was handled.

A deep dive into a great Star Trek film with great discussions and some famous Standard Orbit tangents targeting the best of Beyond. Amy, Ken, and Nic dissect and drill into the core of this film and explore the great references to the original series. Please share your thoughts regarding this movie on the Babel Conference. LLAP

Chapters 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:22)
More Tough times on the Islands and Mexico (00:02:08)
Amy's Adventure (00:04:00)
Nic's Updates (00:05:34)   
Beyond Premier (00:09:41)
Opening Scene (00:14:10)
Quotes and Opinions (00:18:19)
Let it be the Corbomite Maneuver (00:20:00)
The Chekov Factor (00:46:02)
More Great Movie Quotes and we see the Federation  (01:10:00)
Thanks for Listening (01:23:00) 

  
Hosts
Ken Tripp, Nic Anastassiou, and Amy Nelson

Production 
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   

Direct download: SO-_-190.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 189: Into Darkness-There is Trek in You!
There is Trek in Darkness
 
In this episode of Standard Orbit: Ken reviews the best scenes that personify Star Trek within Into Darkness. From Captain Pike's interest in Kirk's success, Spock's response to discipline, and the incredible speech at the end of the movie; Into Darkness has its Star Trek moments.

Many fans feel Star Trek Into Darkness failed to meet expectations and it was just another high speed sci-fi action movie. Many felt the film didn't take the time to incorporate the elements long time fans were craving in the re-boots. While that is true in certain aspects; Star Trek Into Darkness may have some of the better character moments of the new movies. Enjoy listening to the key scenes that epitomize Star Trek and please let us know your opinions on the Babel Conference.


Chapters 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:22)
Shout out to Zach, Houston, and Florida (00:02:08)
Intro to Into Darkness (00:02:38)
Some Social Issues (00:04:48)   
Standing in front of the Admiral (00:08:00)
A True Mentor (00:11:40)
Death of Pike (00:15:04)
To Boldly Go (00:16:44)
The Journey Re-starts (00:19:45)
POTFM (00:22:05)
Thanks for Listening (00:26:24) 

  
Host
Ken Tripp

Production 
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   

Direct download: SO-189.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

35th Anniversary.

Join Amy, Ken and Richard as they share their thoughts after viewing The Wrath of Khan in Denver, Colorado.

Chapters 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:22)
Interview (00:001:23)
Closing (00:06:44)

Host
Ken Tripp

Guests
Amy Nelson and Richard Marquez

Production 
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   

 

Direct download: SO_S5.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 188: ST09 The Best Trek Moments
Top Scenes that Epitomize Star Trek
 
In this episode of Standard Orbit: Ken take us through the key scenes of the movie that make it real "Trek".  Star Trek 2009 successfully re-launched the franchise and brought many new fans into the fold. It was not a slam dunk as it did create some controversy amongst some corners of Star Trek fandom.

Ken discusses and plays some clips from the top three scenes from the movie that brought this new version of Star Trek into the greater Roddenberry Universe. Please let us know what you think by engaging in conversation in the Babel conference and utilizing these links to review the scenes for yourself.

Chapters 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:22)
Prayers for Houston (00:02:02)
ST09 Overview (00:02:08)
Kirk's Birth (00:04:19)   
Welcome aboard, Bones! (00:07:57)
Spock meets Spock (00:12:23)
POTFM(00:18:32)
Thanks for Listening (00:21:53) 

  
Host
Ken Tripp

Production 
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   

Direct download: SO-188.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

The Journey through TOS
 
Kay Shaw joins Ken Tripp this week to discuss her recent journey through the original series. Kay grew up with TNG, VOY, and Enterprise. Over the last few months she has been viewing TOS for the first time. A fresh perspective on the foundational series.

Ken and Kay discuss the interesting aspect of going from the "modern" series back to where it all began. What was it like seeing the show for the very first time and does it hold up after all these years? Kay brings a great and fun perspective to the show. We hope you enjoy the journey through the series and movies strengths and opportunities as well as the great conversation with one of Trek.FM' s favorite podcasters.

Chapters 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:22)
The Star Trek Journey (00:05:00)
First Impressions (00:09:12)
Synergies (00:14:30)   
60"s Perspectives (00:18:32)
Old Show New Tech (00:23:00)
The Opportunities (00:28:30)
The One with the Whales (00:32:16)
Thanks for Listening (00:46:29) 

  
Hosts 
Ken Tripp and Kay Shaw

Production 
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   

Direct download: SO_187.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 186: Defined By A Sword In His Hand
 
TOS Stars in The Twilight Zone.
 
If there is another television series as culturally relevant, as forward thinking, and truly as timeless as Star Trek, it's The Twilight Zone. Both in their storytelling style as modern day morality plays and their theatrical production style, the series share a lot of the same DNA, as well as actors!

In this episode of Standard Orbit, hosts Ken Tripp and Zach Moore are joined by Tom Elliot to discuss five episodes of The Twilight Zone that feature members of the TOS main cast. Tom it the host of The Twilight Zone Podcast and it's an honor to have him along with us on our journey into the fifth dimension. Next stop...the Twilight Zone!
Chapters 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:22)   
Next Stop...The Twilight Zone! (00:02:17)
Nick of Shatner (00:08:02)
A Quality of Nimoy (00:19:30)
Valley of the Doohan (00:29:54)
Shatner At 20,000 Feet (00:39:09)  
Takei Encounter (00:48:12)  
Closing (01:00:56)   
Midnight Special (01:08:20)   
  
Hosts 
Ken Tripp
Zach Moore 

Guest
Tom Elliot

Production 
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-186.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 185: The Wrath Returns
 
The Wrath of Khan's Re-release.

The Wrath of Khan is returning to theaters in celebration of its 35th anniversary! In anticipation of this special Fathom Events event, hosts Ken Tripp and Zach Moore reflect on the most iconic Star Trek film of them all, discussing their first impressions, the Director's Cut, Nicholas Meyer's insightful commentaries, and more!


We also share our thoughts on the TWOK prequel miniseries that Nicholas Meyer is rumored to be developing. Aren't we all just dying to find out why Khan never takes his glove off?
Chapters
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:23)   
Fathom Events (00:01:42)
First Impressions of TWOK (00:07:31)
The Director's Cut (00:27:31)
Nicholas Meyer and His Commentaries (00:30:28)
New Khan Miniseries? (00:37:55) 
Meyer, Nimoy and Roddenberry (00:40:26) 
New Khan Miniseries?, Contd. (00:50:07)
Closing (00:53:50)   
 
Hosts
Ken Tripp
Zach Moore

Production
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-185.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:14am MDT

Scary Star Trek.

Zach welcomes Brandi Jackola to Standard Orbit to discuss the scariest scenes and episodes of TOS and the TOS movies. 

How old were you when started watching Star Trek? Were you turning away or did something catch you so off guard it made you jump and catch your breath? Zach and Brandi warp into the scariest scenes from the lens of their childhood and how the views have changed or still have an impact as an adult viewer.

Buckle up and enjoy another deep diving, tangent filled, and fun episode of Standard Orbit.
 

Chapters
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:23)   
Star Trek can be scary (00:02:00)
The Twilight Zone Window (00:05:14)
Brandi's Trek Fandom (00:06:47)
Devil in the Dark (00:16:43)
Operation Annihilate  (00:22:00) 
Screaming in the Transporter (00:24:06) 
Cornucopia of Death (00:30:34)
Star Trek's Star War's Holiday Special (00:36:39) 
M100 Creature (00:41:42)
Doug (00:44:53)
POTFM (00:48:33)
Closing (00:53:11)   
 
Hosts
Zach Moore

Hosts
Brandi Jackola

Production
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-184.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Is there money in the 23rd century? Reports may vary, but it certainly still exists in the here and now. For as long as the Star Trek franchise has been in existence, advertisers have been tapping into its cross culture popularity to sell their own products, which has lead to some very enjoyable advertisements over the years.

In this episode of Standard Orbit, hosts Ken Tripp and Zach Moore play and reflect on some of the most entertaining and memorable television commercials featuring the Star Trek brand, from William Shatner pitching a Commodore VIC-20 to Quicken Loans helping a Vulcan secure a homestead.


Chapters 
Intro (00:00:00)   
TOS Underrepresented? (00:02:14)    
Star Trek in Commercials (00:05:42)   
Commodore VIC-20 (00:07:34)  
National Power (00:10:32) 
MCI (00:14:13)  
KFC (00:18:02)  
Standard Standard Orbit Tangent (00:19:58)  
Priceline (00:25:52)  
Aleve (00:28:54)  
DirecTV (00:31:18)  
Verizon (00:34:50)  
Audi (00:37:10)  
Esurance (00:41:58)  
Xfinity (00:43:32)  
Quicken Loans (00:46:12)  
Final Thoughts (00:48:36)  
Closing (00:51:39)   
  
Hosts 
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore 

Production 
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer) Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-183.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Updates from Standard Orbit.

This week Ken has the con as Zach is busy winning awards for his business and reshoots his Green Beret scenes. Ken reviews the latest news around the network, talks Discovery and The Edge as well as reads an interesting letter regarding The Gospel According to Star Trek and your questions.

Kindly gather around and listen to a quick and light episode of Standard Orbit.
  
Chapters
Intro (00:01:23) 
Latest Updates  (00:02:05) 
Gospel Letter (00:05:30) 
Babel Questions (00:12:44) 
Closing (00:31:09)
 
Host
Ken Tripp
 
Production
Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) Zach Moore (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) [name] (Associate Producer) [name] (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
Direct download: SO_182.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 181: Last God Standing
 
Battle of the Gods.
 
There are many godlike, super-powerful beings the Enterprise encountered over the course of their five year mission, often requiring Kirk and crew to use their wits and ingenuity to overcome. But what if these beings didn't have to battle the crew of the Enterprise, but each other?


In this episode of Standard Orbit, hosts Ken Tripp and Zach Moore pit the "gods" of The Original Series against each other in a death match that will decide once and for all who is superior. There can be only one!

Chapters
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:23)   
Gods of Season 1 (00:03:45)   
Gods of Season 2 (00:20:34)   
Gods of Season 3 (00:25:28) 
Gods Beyond TOS (00:35:38) 
Closing (00:39:02)   
 
Hosts
Ken Tripp
Zach Moore

Production
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-181.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 180: Stars who Trekked
 
Celebrities who became famous after their Trek appearance.

From Where No Man Has Gone Before to Star Trek: Beyond, Zach and Ken look at the guest actors who've appeared on the show and in the movies, who went on to have solid careers in Hollywood.

In this episode Zach and Ken go in order from the first episodes to the latest films utilizing a little known seldom used reserve activation list criteria; we discuss the careers of many of these talented actors post their appearance on TOS, TOS movies, and Kelvin Timeline. Get ready to explore the guest stars of Star Trek!

Chapters 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:23)
The TOS Guest Stars (00:02:39)  
TOS Movie Co- Stars (00:30:52)
Kelvin Timeline Co-Stars (00:57:18)
Previously on TrekFM (01:08:12)
Contacts and A/P Credits (01:09:46)
Closing (01:13:01)   
  
Hosts 
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore 

Production 
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   

Direct download: SO_180.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 179: I Had Your Sash
 
Errand of Mercy.
 
While considered the big bad of The Original Series, the Klingons only appear in a handful of episodes. The first of which not coming until the tail end of the first season. Despite this, they made quite the impression and John Colicos' Kor became the template all future members of his species...until maybe Christopher Lloyd's Kruge.

In this episode of Standard Orbit, host Zach Moore is joined Trek.fm Content Manager Justin Oser to break down what works, what doesn't, and what we wanted to see more of in Errand of Mercy. Also to bookend the conversation, a bit of Kelvin Timeline and The Next Generation talk as they tie into Justin's recent resurgent Trek fandom.

Chapters 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:23)   
Errand of Justin (00:03:14)   
Klingons! (00:05:44)    
Kirk Is A Jerk (00:10:01)   
The Great and Powerful Wizards of Organia (00:13:07)  
Insert Spaceships Here, Theater of the Mind (00:21:33)  
Quadrants, Vulcanians, and Pseudonyms (00:24:53)  
Kirk Is A Jerk, Contd. (00:29:48)
Klingons Past, Present and Future (00:33:33)  
Meanwhile on the Enterprise... (00:41:29)  
Playing Favorites (00:47:27)  
Closing (00:52:22)   
  
Hosts 
Zach Moore 

Guests 
Justin Oser

Production 
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-179.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:58am MDT

Standard Orbit 178: The Gospel According to Star Trek
 
Author Kevin C. Neece Interview.
 
On first glance, the Christian worldview and the humanistic worldview of Star Trek would seem to have nothing in common. After all Star Trek takes place in a future when religion has essentially vanished from Earth. In that case, how can there even be a "gospel according to Star Trek"?


In this episode of Standard Orbit, hosts Ken Tripp and Zach Moore are joined by author and speaker Kevin C. Neece to answer that very question. Through The Gospel According to Star Trek book series and his The Undiscovered Country Project, Kevin poses questions about the spiritual significance of Star Trek as both popular art and cultural phenomenon from a Christian perspective.

Chapters
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:23)   
Kevin C. Neece: Trekkie (00:02:46)   
Gene Roddenberry...Atheist? (00:08:44)   
Reconciling Christianity and Humanism (00:13:57)   
Bread and Circuses, Sun and Son (00:20:22) 
The Return of the Archetypes (00:27:08) 
Sympathy for the Devil (00:32:27) 
The Movie Era, Spock as a Christ Figure (00:42:57)
The Kelvin Era, Free Will vs. Determinism (00:54:55) 
Final Thoughts (01:01:46)
Closing (01:13:52)   
 
Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Production
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
Direct download: so-178.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 177: Revenge Is A Dish Best Served Cold
  
Revenge Stories.
  
As the old Klingon proverb goes, "Revenge is a dish best served cold." When it comes to Star Trek, it seems revenge is a dish best served again and again. It's a story trope the that franchise frequently revisits for better or for worse; sometimes you get The Wrath of Khan, sometimes you get Turnabout Intruder.
In this episode of Standard Orbit, hosts Ken Tripp and Zach Moore examine the many instances where revenge drives the narrative of TOS episodes, movies and reboots, which motivations are more relatable than others, and what Star Trek tries to teach us through these extreme examples of obsession and vengeance.

Chapters 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:23)   
Listener Emails (00:01:48)   
Revenge Is A Dish Best Served Again and Again and Again (00:18:47)    
The Vengeance of The King (00:20:23)   
Arena (of Vengeance) (00:24:56)  
Revenge Court (Martial) (00:27:17)  
The Moby Dick Machine (00:34:05)  
Obsessed With Revenge (00:39:19)
Let That Be Your Last Revenge (00:42:00)  
Turnabout Revenge (00:47:05) 
To The Movies! (00:53:48) 
The Vengeance Timeline (01:03:03) 
Closing (01:14:41)   
  
Hosts 
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore 

Production 
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
 
 
Direct download: so-177.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 176: Time Traveling Without a License
 
The Temporal Violations of James T. Kirk.
 
In the fan favorite DS9 episode "Trials and Tribble-ations," the Department of Temporal Investigations laments over James T. Kirk having the largest record of temporal violations on file; seventeen to be exact. We might not have seen all of them on screen, but Kirk did indeed often find himself in time periods that were not his own.
In this episode of Standard Orbit, hosts Ken Tripp and Zach Moore take the time to travel through Kirk and co.'s many escapees across the space time continuum, the mechanisms that brought them backward and forward through time, and the various schools of thought on time travel itself.

Chapters 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:22)   
Time Trek (00:03:40)   
The Naked Time Travel (00:06:10)    
We'll Figure Out the Rules Of Time Travel Tomorrow (Is Yesterday) (00:11:38)   
The Guardian That Doesn't Guard (00:17:23)  
Assignment: Spinoff (00:23:48)  
Sarpeidon Nova (00:27:31)  
Still Not Guarding Forever Very Well (00:34:30)
The Time Travel Home (00:37:30)  
Nexus of Disappointment (00:42:16) 
Comments from the Babel Conference (00:49:55) 
Previously on Trek.fm (00:55:16)   
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:57:04)   
  
Hosts 
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore 

Production 
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
 
 
Direct download: so-176.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 175: Continually Breaking Continuity

Continuity Conundrums in TOS

With the first trailer for Star Trek: Discovery hitting the Internet the fan reaction has been divisive. For a series that reportedly takes place in the Prime Timeline around the same time as The Cage, things don't exactly jibe. How could Star Trek contradict its own continuity so blatantly? Well...it's happened before.

Ken and Zach are joined by patron Nic Anastassiou to discuss some of their favorite continuity conundrums in the canon of TOS, as well as if breaks in established canon are truly deal breakers for enjoying a well told story. It's all in good fun this week on Standard Orbit, and Nic coins a new term that will now become part of Trek.Fm canon: PreOS!

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Guests
Nicolas Anastassiou
   
Feature   
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)   
Star Trek: Continuity (00:02:01)   
James R. Kirk (00:08:40)   
First Federation? (00:13:30)   
Mission Patches/Delta Shield (00:15:48) 
What Is Canon? (00:18:30) 
Cloaking Device (00:20:53) 
In The 23rd Century... (00:25:36)
The Wrath of Continuity (00:27:28) 
The Animated Series (00:30:18)
The Lucas Rule (00:38:12)
The Wrath of Continuity II (00:43:13)
Ultimately, Does It Matter? (00:46:12)   
Final Thoughts (00:54:28) 
Previously on Trek.fm (00:59:17)   
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:00:37)   
 
Production   
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
     
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Release Date     
Monday, June 5, 2017   
     
Duration     
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File Size     
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Direct download: so-175.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 174: Battle of the Battles

Battle of the Mutara Nebula Vs. Battle of Khitomer

Star Trek was never about big space battles but the movies, as well as the series, had some pretty intense skirmishes. In this week's Standard Orbit: we look at two big battles from the TOS movie timeline: TWOK's Battle of the Mutara Nebula and TUC's Battle of Khitomer. 

Zach Moore is still off filming in an undisclosed location. Earl Grey's Richard Marquez joins me to discuss these two exciting scenes and compare the differences in approach, scale, tactics, and outcome. We talk about a possible different scenario for the Battle of Khitomer as well. We hope you enjoy this week's episode of Standard Orbit and share your insights and opinions on the Babel Conference.
  
Hosts 
Ken Tripp and Richard Marquez
    
Feature   
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)   
The "Star" of Earl Grey (00:01:56)   
Letter from Brad  (00:03:02)    
Battle of the battles (00:07:15)   
Mutara Nebula  (00:08:56)  
A take on the fight (00:18:00)  
Reliant vs. Enterprise (00:21:10)  
The Undiscovered Country (00:25:05)
The Flaws (00:29:20)  
Sulu takes one for the team (00:37:00) 
Previously on Trek.fm (00:50:20)   
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:57:00)   
 
Production   
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
      
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Release Date      
Monday, May 22, 2017   
      
Duration      
58 Minutes 18 Seconds    
      
File Size      
40.0 MB      
42,014,117bytes      
      

Direct download: SO-174.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 173: Full Motion Picture

Why Star Trek The Motion Picture Works

Excerpt (iTunes Subtitle)  
This week on Standard Orbit we dive into the areas of Star Trek: The Motion Picture. What worked well, where were the gaps, and why this movie is growing in popularity as time passes.

Long time TMP advocate Ken is joined by another outspoken fan of the movie, Aaron Harvey, co-hosting while Zach is off filming the Green Berets. Aaron and Ken step back from their biases and discuss the various aspects of this picture. They connect the relationship to the original TV show through to the sequels and on to The Next Generation. Permission to come aboard is granted; as it is time to leave space dock and warp into a another fun episode of Standard Orbit. 
 
Hosts
Ken Tripp and Aaron Harvey
   
Feature  
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)  
Meeting Christopher Jones (00:04:16)  
What went right?  (00:08:20)   
The Music (00:12:35)  
Structure (00:16:05) 
Defined by creativity and dollars (00:18:00) 
Attention to Detail (00:20:56) 
The Flaws (00:29:04) 
Directors Cut (00:41:12) 
More Details, details, details (00:49:44)
Previously on Trek.fm (00:59:36)  
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:05:00)  

Production  
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)  
     
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Show Title: Standard Orbit 172: Star Trek is Everywhere  

Star Trek in Pop-Culture  

From Saturday Night Live to The Big Bang Theory; Star Trek is everywhere and it is good! Zach and Ken discuss some of the funniest and most popular references in TV and film from our beloved franchise. We took this subject to our phenomenal listeners and asked them to provide their favorite Star Trek parodies and references; we call them out and share a starter list of some of the best references we could find. 

The scale and scope of Star Trek in pop-culture is Beyond belief and we hope you enjoy this light and fun show. We hope this podcast allows you to reflect on some of your favorite Star Trek moments within your own entertainment venues.

Welcome to Corey Elrod: Standard Orbit's newest Associate Producer!
 
Hosts   
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore 
  
Feature   
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)  
Enjoying the Inside Jokes (00:04:02)   
Let the references begin! (00:04:58)    
SNL had a few (00:05:04)   
Get a Life (00:09:03)  
Improv and James Carey (00:12:30)  
Fan Boys (00:15:50)  
Family Guy (00:20:28)  
Seinfeld/Galaxy Quest/Spaceballs (00:23:23)  
Futurama (00:34:32)  
Our Listener's lists (00:37:36)  
Previously on Trek.fm (01:00:22)   
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:04:26)   
Star Trekkin Across the Universe (01:05:00)  
  
Production   
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Corey Elrod (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) 
    
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Will Stape Interview.

The Original Series was a very provocative series for its time often pushing the envelope in many categories. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Will Stape joins us to discuss the portrayal of love, relationships and sexuality in TOS as examined in his recent book, "Star Trek Sex: Analyzing the Most Sexually Charged Episodes of the Original Series."

Will is also one of a select few freelance writers who sold scripts to The Next Generation and Deep Space Nine back in the days of Star Trek's open script submission policy. He shares the inspiration and production stories behind his episodes Homeward and Prophet Motive!

Host
Zach Moore

Guest
Will Stape

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)
Will Stape, Star Trek Fan (00:03:25)
Will Stape, Howard Stern Fan (00:05:43) 
Star Trek Sex (00:10:01)
In The 24th Century... (00:27:13)
Homeward (00:30:07)
Prophet Motive (00:33:35)
No Previews (00:35:49)
Holodecks (00:41:15)
More Star Trek Sex? (00:43:53)
Final Thoughts (00:45:28)
Previously on Trek.fm (00:45:15)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:47:27)
 
Production

Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)

Direct download: so-171.mp3
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And The Children Shall Lead Commentary.

What is the worst episode of The Original Series? Some say Spock's Brain, some say The Alternative Factor, but we all know the real answer...And The Children Shall Lead. In this episode of Standard Orbit, we provide a commentary on this infamous hour of TOS, so let us be your companions the next time you rewatch Attorney Melvin Belli try to take over the Enterprise.

Ken is off shooting The Green Berets, so Zach has summoned Brandon the Friendly Cohost to join him for this journey of ring around the rosie, knives in space, rapid aging, and replicated ice cream. As you believe, so shall you do!

Hosts
Zach Moore

Guests
Brandon-Shea Mutala

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)
And The Children Shall Podcast (00:01:44)
And The Children Shall Lead Commentary (00:04:50) 
Final Thoughts (00:55:39)
Previously on Trek.fm (00:57:53)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:59:02)
 
Production

Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)

Direct download: so-170.mp3
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Movie Sequels to TOS Episodes. When Harve Bennett took the reins of the Star Trek franchise after The Motion Picture, he famously watched all 79 episodes of The Original Series to both familiarize himself with the show as well as mine it for potential sequel ideas. He zeroed in on Space Seed and the rest is history, but what if he'd picked something else?

In this episode of Standard Orbit, Ken and Zach each share their top three TOS episodes they would've liked to see movie sequels to. They also shout out to Standard Orbit's ever growing ranks of associate producers and read more listener email!

Movie Sequels to TOS Episodes.

When Harve Bennett took the reins of the Star Trek franchise after The Motion Picture, he famously watched all 79 episodes of The Original Series to both familiarize himself with the show as well as mine it for potential sequel ideas. He zeroed in on Space Seed and the rest is history, but what if he'd picked something else?

In this episode of Standard Orbit, Ken ans Zach each share their top three TOS episodes they would've liked to see movie sequels to. They also shout out to Standard Orbit's ever growing ranks of associate producers and read more listener email!

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)
Associate Producer Recognition (00:01:28)
Listener Email (00:06:33) 
Being Harve Bennett (00:15:08)
It's A Good Life on Talos IV (00:17:11)
Chariots of the Gods (00:20:58)
2 Doomsday 2 Machine (00:24:51)
A Few Good Court Martials (00:29:25)
Many Such Journeys Are Possible (00:33:15)
Still Obsessed (00:39:53)
What's It About? (00:45:05)
To Be Continued... (00:50:05)
Previously on Trek.fm (00:52:32)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:53:46)
 
Production

Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer) Tim Robertson (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
   
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Direct download: so-169.mp3
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Show Title 
Standard Orbit 168: Horny Albino Unicorn Gorilla
The Monsters and Creatures of TOS. Part of the U.S.S. Enterprise's five year mission was to seek out new life and new civilizations, and it certainly encountered some bizarre aliens, monsters and creatures in that time. This episode of Standard Orbit is all about those cuddly, adorable, slimy, scaly, secreting, suction cupping monsters of The Original Series.
The Monsters and Creatures of TOS.

Part of the U.S.S. Enterprise's five year mission was to seek out new life and new civilizations, and it certainly encountered some bizarre aliens, monsters and creatures in that time. This episode of Standard Orbit is all about those cuddly, adorable, slimy, scaly, secreting, suction cupping monsters of The Original Series.

Fifty years on, how do some of these more ambitious creature designs hold up? How do later reinventions of aliens like the Gorn and the Tholians in Enterprise compare to their original incarnations? And the real question of the day, does the Mugato enrich the tapestry of Star Trek? 

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)
The Creature from M-113 (00:03:15)
The Killer Rabbit of Caerbannog (00:10:38) 
So Easy A Caveman Can Do It (00:11:01)
Standard Standard Orbit Tangents (00:16:08)
An Instinctive Revulsion To Reptiles (00:17:06)
No Kill I (00:24:47)
Flying Fake Vomit (00:29:23)
A Mortal Enemy of the Empire (00:32:27)
Horny Albino Unicorn Gorilla (00:34:32)
Enriching the Tapestry (00:39:15)
A Tangled Web (00:41:00)
A Familiar Voice (00:44:51)
The Kelvin Monsters (00:48:51)
Final Thoughts (00:50:17)
Previously on Trek.fm (00:52:39)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:53:48)
 
Production

Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer)  Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
   
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Direct download: so-168.mp3
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Star Trek's Most Emotionally Powerful Events

In this week's Standard Orbit, Ken and Nic dive into the most life changing and emotionally charged events across the Star Trek spectrum. From key events in the TOS episodes to the birth of Kirk and simultaneous death of George Kirk and Beyond; we'll explore the impacts of the hardest life and death circumstances on the crew of the USS Enterprise.

As we explore our characters toughest moments; we discuss how did they impact the fans of the show. How might the incidents on the screen helped Star Trek fans deal with those difficult circumstances in their own lives.

Climb aboard as we view the life journey of our favorite characters with care, emotion, humor, and pull from those experiences in our own lives.
  
Host: Ken Tripp 

Guest Host: Nicolas Anastassiou 
  
Feature  
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)  
Nic arriving! (00:01:26) 
The Subject of Loss (00:02:40) 
Mirimani (00:05:38) 
McCoy's Trials (00:12:48) 
Scotty's Stories (00:19:23) 
Movie Elements (00:25:20) 
Kelvin Timeline  (01:06:30) 
POTFM (01:29:40) 
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:34:40)  
   
Production   
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer)  Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)     
       
Sponsor       
Audible is the premiere source for audiobooks with more than 150,000 titles to choose from, and new titles coming every week. From classics to current bestsellers, and even some of the most famous Star Trek books like Prime Directive, Federation, and Spock’s World, Audible has something for everyone. As a Trek.fm listener you can get a free audiobook of your choice along with a 30-day trial to see just how great Audible is. So give it a try today, catch up on all those classic Star Trek books you’ve yet to read or that latest novel from you favorite author and support the network and our programming at the same time!       

Direct download: SO_167.mp3
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Starship in Peril. 

How often has the Enterprise been in peril from the series through the movies? Zach and Ken have the answer as they explore the episodes and movies where our beloved Starship was in jeopardy of being destroyed (and in one case; it was destroyed).
  
Whether it was a giant hand in space, self destruct, powerful  beings, advanced aliens, or those pesky Romulans and Klingons; the Starship Enterprise has it's share of close calls. Based on a listener suggestion; Zach and Ken provide a run down on the circumstances and the methods used to save everyone's favorite starship.
 
Hosts 
Ken Tripp & Zach Moore 
 
  
Feature 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08) 
Listener E-Mails (00:02:08)
Houston Envy (00:05:33)
Tom Flint's suggestion (00:10:48)
Enterprise Incidents (00:12:31)
Oh Canada (00:14:22)
Self Destruct (00:16:02)
Meow (00:38:29)
Now the Movies (00:56:13)
Previously on Trek.fm (01:08:56) 
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:13:28) 
  
Production  
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer)  Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)    
      
Sponsor      
Audible is the premiere source for audiobooks with more than 150,000 titles to choose from, and new titles coming every week. From classics to current bestsellers, and even some of the most famous Star Trek books like Prime Directive, Federation, and Spock’s World, Audible has something for everyone. As a Trek.fm listener you can get a free audiobook of your choice along with a 30-day trial to see just how great Audible is. So give it a try today, catch up on all those classic Star Trek books you’ve yet to read or that latest novel from you favorite author and support the network and our programming at the same time!      

Direct download: so-166.mp3
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Standard Orbit 165: Star Trek At Its Best
 
Revisiting the TOS Film Era.

In this age of franchises and sequels one could easily take the six TOS films for granted, but they are what many consider to be Star Trek at its best. In this episode of Standard Orbit, friend of the network Tony Black joins Zach to discuss their shared love of the TOS film era.

Releasing six films over twelve years is no easy feat, which is even more impressive when you consider there was no franchise road map or master plan. This singular focus of storytelling lead to a wide variety of films unmatched by any other franchise, and we celebrate that while part of a greater whole, each story stands alone as a unique, satisfying and self contained experience.

Hosts
Zach Moore

Guests
Tony Black
 
Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)
The TOS Film Era, 1979-1991 (00:02:01)
Sequels in A Pre-Franchise Age (00:07:46) 
The Motion Picture (00:13:48)
The Wrath of Khan (00:23:46)
The Search For Spock (00:33:43)
The Voyage Home (00:43:09)
The Final Frontier (00:48:48)
The Undiscovered Country (00:54:52)
Final Thoughts (01:03:03)
Previously on Trek.fm (01:06:58)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:08:37)
 
Production 
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer)  Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
     
Sponsor     
Audible is the premiere source for audiobooks with more than 150,000 titles to choose from, and new titles coming every week. From classics to current bestsellers, and even some of the most famous Star Trek books like Prime Directive, Federation, and Spock’s World, Audible has something for everyone. As a Trek.fm listener you can get a free audiobook of your choice along with a 30-day trial to see just how great Audible is. So give it a try today, catch up on all those classic Star Trek books you’ve yet to read or that latest novel from you favorite author and support the network and our programming at the same time!     
     
Release Date     
Monday, March 20, 2017 
     
Duration     
1 Hour 11 Minutes 41Seconds 
     
File Size     
71.8 MB     
71,786,173 bytes     
Direct download: so-165.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 164: The Con of Wrath

Ultimate Fantasy 1982
   
Dr. Trek himself, Larry Nemecek joins Zach and Ken as we discuss his forthcoming documentary The Con of Wrath as well as Star Trek conventions then and now.
 
Long time Star Trek writer, author, publisher, and historian; Larry Nemecek talks about his first documentary about the legendary 1982 Houston Star Trek convention that devolved into quite the fiasco. He interviews several of the cast and production crew who were involved including the last interview ever given by the late Harve Bennett.
   
What would a new version Standard Orbit be without our famous tangents? We review the size and origins of Star Trek conventions right up to the current day. Prepare yourselves for the influx of Trek fandom we receive when Dr. Trek explores this universe like no else.
 
Hosts  
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore  

Guest
Larry Nemecek
 
Chapters  
Intro (00:01:09)  
Welcome Dr. Trek (00:01:51) 
The origins of the documentary (00:03:16) 
Ultimate Fantasy (00:10:54}
Back in the Day (00:19:34) 
...and we're back (00:24:27) 
Houston we have a problem (00:34:00) 
Harve Bennett's Last Interview (00:38:10)
Be nice to the old guys (00:49:29)
POTFM (01:04:11)
Closing (01:09:12)
 
Production  
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer)  Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)   
     
Sponsor     
Audible is the premiere source for audiobooks with more than 150,000 titles to choose from, and new titles coming every week. From classics to current bestsellers, and even some of the most famous Star Trek books like Prime Directive, Federation, and Spock’s World, Audible has something for everyone. As a Trek.fm listener you can get a free audiobook of your choice along with a 30-day trial to see just how great Audible is. So give it a try today, catch up on all those classic Star Trek books you’ve yet to read or that latest novel from you favorite author and support the network and our programming at the same time!     
     
Release Date     
Monday, March13, 2017  
     
Duration     
1 Hour 10 Minutes 05 Seconds  
     
File Size     
64.8 MB     
67,643,979 bytes     

Direct download: so-164.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:22am MDT

Standard Orbit 163: Viewer Astern

Looking Back to Keep Moving Forward

30 Episodes have been published with the newest Standard Orbit team. Zach and Ken take a look at how the format is resonating and which shows took off and others that are still on the launch pad. They review the ratings, the hits, and the misses over the last 7 months of podcasting. 
  
Like any other form of media there is a lot of data that is used to quantify what an audience is looking for in its subject matter. Zach and Ken share the downloads and responses from some of the key episodes as well as explore the ones that were really successful, those they thought would be successful and did not reach expectations, and their deep appreciate for the feedback and responses from Standard Orbit listeners.
 
Hosts 
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore 
 
Feature 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08) 
It is a Crazy World (00:09:05)
BBC reaction (00:27:00)
TNG to TOS (00:29:57)
Where did the time go? (00:38:08)
Sportscasters (00:42:46)
PTOFM (00:44:11)
Thanks for Listening (00:48:54)

Production 
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer)  Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) 
    
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Release Date    
Monday, March 6, 2017 
    
Duration    
49 Minutes 38 Seconds 
    
File Size    
34 MB    
35,709,350 bytes    
    

Direct download: SO_163.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:00am MDT

Tales from the Set of Star Trek Into Darkness.

Jon Lee Brody is an actor, writer, director and producer but more importantly in terms of Star Trek...a redshirt! In this episode of Standard Orbit, Jon shares his experiences of breaking into the film business, directing his own short film, and playing a security officer in Star Trek Into Darkness.

From inside jokes with JJ Abrams to breaking the ice with Simon Pegg, Jon recounts some great stories from his time on set. We also talk in depth about his short film Police Guys, and have a solid tangent about the DC Comics universe on film and television.

Hosts
Zach Moore

Guests
Jon Lee Brody

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)
Jon Lee Brody, From Basketball to Hollywood (00:02:18)
Breaking Into the Industry (00:10:48) 
Police Guys (00:15:01)
Star Trek Into Darkness, Casting, Costumes and Codenames (00:26:13)
On Set, Inside Joke with JJ (00:32:15)
DC Comics Tangent (00:36:55)
On Set, Contd. (00:44:05)
JJ's Directing Style (00:49:43)
What's Next for Jon (00:53:07)
Final Thoughts (01:01:42)
Previously on Trek.fm (01:07:25)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:08:38)
 
Production

Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer)  Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
   
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161: Origins: USS Enterprise

Standard Orbit 161: Origins-USS Enterprise
 
The Storied History of the Real Ships named Enterprise
 
In 1964, Gene Roddenberry pitched a show about the Starship Yorktown under the Command of Captain Robert April exploring strange new worlds. As the show evolved the name of the ship was changed to Enterprise. Though there is nothing in the show history that tells us exactly why the name of the ship was changed, Zach and Ken explore the reason and the recent history of two incredible real life ships named Enterprise that could have influenced the decision.

Prepare yourselves for some really interesting history and some awesome parallels between our beloved starship and the accomplishments of the historical ships. We also are able to discuss the feasibility of so many older class starships continuing their service across the TNG and DS9 timelines. Sit back and enjoy learning why "history will never forget the name; Enterprise!
  
Hosts  
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore  
  
Feature  
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)  
A Listener Letter (00:02:11)  
From Yorktown to Enterprise (00:07:20)   
History of the Enterprise (00:11:50)  
Decommissioning the Enterprise (00:18:00)  
CVN-65: No Bloody A, B, C, or D (00:20:21)  
How Old is the Enterprise? (00:26:00)  
Reality Vs Virtual Reality (00:39:40)  
On to Mars! (00:42:15)  
Lost in the History Books (00:44:00) 
POTFM  (00:47:15)  
See you next week- Sign off (00:51:35)   
   
Production  
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer)  Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)  
     
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Release Date     
Monday, February 20, 2017  
     
Duration     
51 Minutes 35 Seconds  
     
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35.8 MB     
37,624,720 bytes     
     
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S4: For the Loves of Kirk

Kirk's best romances
 
In this supplemental we look at the top romances Kirk had during his career. Kirk's love life has been greatly exaggerated over the years. Some of his experiences have been heartfelt and heartbreaking. Zach and Ken review some of the most meaningful relationships in Captain Kirk's history. Happy Valentine's Day Standard Orbit Listeners.

Hosts  
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore  
  
Feature  
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)  
Only 29? (00:03:12)
Paradise Syndrome (00:04:18)
Edith Keeler (00:08:14)
Rayna (00:16:24)
Mind-wipe (00:17:55)
I need my pain (00:20:02)
Enterprise (00:20:18)
White Iris (00:26:33)
POTFM (00:28:08)
See you next week (31:10)

   
Production  
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer)  Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)  

Direct download: so-s4.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:00am MDT

160: What If Old Could Be New Again?

Episodes Rebooted.

Zach and Ken welcome Nic Anastassiou to discuss which episodes would be fun to remake with the Kelvin timeline cast fitting within the new timeline narrative . Each person behind the mic has a list of three that no one had discussed prior to the show.

We think there are some great surprises coming for you and maybe a little controversy.  Join this outstanding discussion on how these shows could be framed and changed to fit in the new timeline universe. We invite you to enjoy listening and providing your feedback to Nic, Zach, and Ken on the Babel Conference.
 
Hosts 
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore 
Guest
Nicolas Anastassiou
 
Feature 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08) 
Acknowledging Matt Rushing (00:02:11) 
Nic's premise (00:03:25)  
A Piece of the Action (00:8:45) 
What are Little Girls Made of? (00:13:22) 
The Immunity Syndrome (00:22:55) 
Tholian Web (00:29:19) 
The Omega Glory (00:37:58) 
We interupt this broadcast...(00:48:44) 
The Enterprise Incident (00:52:26) 
Scotty, a Romulan? (00:55:00) 
Amok Time (01:14:24) 
Previous on Trek FM (01:23:00)  
See you next week- Sign off (01:27:52)  
  
Production 
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer)  Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)

Direct download: so-160.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:00am MDT

Standard Orbit 159: Star of Freedom and Peace

Uhura and Her Actresses.

Nyota Upenda Uhura is a truly beautiful name that translates to "star of freedom and peace." In this episode of Standard Orbit we discuss the impact of Uhura and how she has evolved as a character over the years from TOS and its movies, to the Kelvin Timeline, and even in fan productions such as Star Trek Continues.

Ken and Zach recount their personal encounters with Nichelle Nichols and Kim Stinger, as well as discuss the rise of Zoe Saldana as one of the biggest stars in Hollywood today, and how each actress has carried the mantle of Uhura with class.

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)
Nichelle Nichols as Uhura on TOS (00:02:03)
Meeting Nichelle (00:06:06) 
TAS, Singing, NASA (00:9:34)
Nichelle Nichols as Uhura in the Movies, and Almost on Voyager (00:13:02)
Of Gods And Men (00:16:51)
Zoe Saldana as Uhura in the Kelvin Timeline (00:19:56)
The Modern Day Harrison Ford (00:25:23)
Kim Stinger as Uhura on Star Trek Continues (00:32:08)
Final Thoughts (00:36:35)
Previously on Trek.fm (00:43:19)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:44:41)
 
Production

Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer)  Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
   
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Release Date   
Monday, February 6, 2017
   
Duration   
48 Minutes 47 Seconds
   
File Size   
47.4 MB   
47,423,998 bytes   
Direct download: so-159.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:37am MDT

158: Too Hot for TV

 

The BBC Banned Episodes.

When Miri first broadcast in the UK in 1970 it caused such a stir that not only did the BBC take it off the airwaves for decades, but three other episodes (Plato's Stepchildren, The Empath and Whom Gods Destroy) were completely banned until 1990! In this episode of Standard Orbit we explore British vs. American censorship and sensibilities when it comes to entertainment, and what we think might've made these episodes too hot for TV in the UK.

Could the graphic depictions of disease and torture have gone too far in Miri and The Empath? Might the legendary interracial kiss between Kirk and Uhura have factored into the decision to ban Plato's Stepchildren? What's so offensive about Whom Gods Destroy? What other notable censorship edits did the BBC make to the episodes the did broadcast? All this as well as Ken and Zach's thoughts on two modern day sitcoms they just can't stand.

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)
British vs. American Censorship (00:03:37)
Miri (00:10:17) 
Plato's Stepchildren (00:17:09)
The Empath (00:24:15)
Whom Gods Destroy (00:26:21)
Ways and Opportunities to Watch These Episodes in the UK (00:30:54)
Censorship Edits to Other Episodes (00:35:37)
More "Appropriate" Episodes to Ban? (00:40:37)
Final Thoughts (00:47:35)
Previously on Trek.fm (00:52:06)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:53:06)
 
Production

Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Nicolas Anastassiou (Associate Producer)  Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
   
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Standard Orbit 157: There are no Star Destroyers in the Smithsonian

Subtitle: The creation of the refit Enterprise

Paul Olsen was the person who painted and worked on the most iconic Starship in movie history: The refit USS Enterprise. Tony Robinson guest hosts this week and joins Ken in a fascinating interview. Paul walks us through the behind the scenes of the creation of the ship for Star Trek: The Motion Picture
 
Paul brings us up to date on Project Enterprise; the venture of rebuilding the Enterprise by the people who originally brought the Enterprise to the screen. You'll learn what you can do to support this project and how this new bigger better model will be displayed for the public.

Please note this interview was done over zoom and the sound quality is not as strong as other shows where the hosts record locally.
 
Hosts 
Ken Tripp

Guest Host
Tony Robinson

Feature 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08) 
Introducing Paul Olsen (00:03:36) 
Paul's History  (00:04:35)  
There she was! (00:08:45) 
Beautiful Design  (00:22:00) 
Lighting the Enterprise (00:27:00) 
It was magnificent (00:32:44) 
Where is the Enterprise now? (00:39:48) 
Project Enterprise  (00:43:00) 
Previously on Trek.fm (01:09:15) 
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:12:56) 
  
Production 
Zach Moore (Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) 

Direct download: SO_157.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:00am MDT

Space Stations. When the crew of the Enterprise isn't exploring strange new words or seeking out new life and new civilizations, they can often be found at one of the many space stations that populate the Star Trek universe. From K-7 to Yorktown, we're talking all the ports of call from TOS and the movies in this episode of Standard Orbit!

Space Stations

When the crew of the Enterprise isn't exploring strange new words or seeking out new life and new civilizations, they can often be found at one of the many space stations that populate the Star Trek universe. From K-7 to Yorktown, we're talking all the ports of call from TOS and the movies in this episode of Standard Orbit!

What starbase design do Star Trek Remastered and Star Trek: Vanguard share? Why did Regula 1 already look so familiar in Star Trek II? Where can you find the United Federation of Planets truly represented?  And what rejected Enterprise design can be seen in Spacedock in Star Trek III? Listen in and find out!

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:08)
K-7 (00:02:27)
Starbase 6 (00:09:11) 
Epsilon IX (00:14:12)
Regula 0 (00:17:49)
Regula 1 (00:21:30)
Drydock and Spacedock (00:27:11)
The Kelvin Timeline (00:41:01)
Yorktown (00:43:18)
Previously on Trek.fm (00:51:56)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:53:10)
 
Production

Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
   
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Release Date   
Monday, January 16, 2017
   
Duration   
57 Minutes 02 Seconds
   
File Size   
55.8 MB   
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Episode 155: Upping the Game

There is Star Trek and everybody else...
 
When Star Trek launched it launched running on all thrusters. The chemistry, the writing, the plots, and a new view on human progress made this show a winner.
 
Zach and Ken explore the show that epitomized the advancement of thought and approach with the Corbomite Maneuver. We are able to demonstrate how Star Trek changed science fiction and upped the game in television and motion picture entertainment.
   
Hosts   
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore   
   
Features   
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:09) 
A new view  (00:02:04)  
United Earth Ship (00:04:22) 
Well run ship (00:07:02) 
Synopsis (00:07:55) 
TMP with Action (00:15:33)  
Functioning like a Submarine (00:21:33)  
Red Shirt Navigators and Conn Officers (00:30:00)  
YN Rand and General Quarters (00:35:00)
Face of the Unknown (01:10:09)
Previously on Trek.FM  (01:12:55) 
See you next week on Standard Orbit (01:17:01)

Production   
Zach Moore (Editor and Producer)  Ken Tripp (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Renee Roberts (Associate Producer) Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
    
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Release Date   
Monday, January 09, 2017 
   
Duration   
1 Hour 17 Minutes 04 Seconds 
   
File Size   
53.4 MB   
56,020,000 bytes   
   

   
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154: By Any Other Name

Standard Orbit 154: By Any Other Name


What is in a name? What is in a title? Zach and Ken explore the more interesting episode titles of the original series and "try" to correlate the names to the plots of the episodes. In some cases; they're an easy match. In other cases; there isn't a direct link as to what the episode was about. In a very humbling moment for Ken--confusion on a title and actual episode becomes apparent. No editing here-Ken owns his error and makes for some good fun at his own expense.

Zach and Ken explore all the more interesting titles and ask for your input as to what some of these titles mean to you and how you have been interpreting them. Ken and Zach put out a host of theories and reveal the history of some of these lines from great literature.

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Features  
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:09)  
What will Discovery do? (00:03:20)  
That's the wrong episode Ken!! (00:06:47)  
City on the Edge of Forever (00:10:14)  
Friday's Child (00:13:35)  
The Immunity Syndrome (00:15:50)  
Return to Tomorrow (00:17:26)  
Bread and Circuses (00:20:00)  
And the Children shall Lead (00:22:59)  
Is there in Truth no Beauty (00:25:00)  
Whom God's Destroy (00:27:01)  
Mark of Gideon (00:29:21)  
The Cloud Minders (00:30:45)  
The Savage Curtain (00:32:00)   
Requiem for Methuselah (00:34:18)  
The Undiscovered Country (00:37:48)  
Final Thoughts (00:48:19)  
Thank you for listening (00:54:25)  

Production   
C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Zach Moore (Editor), Renee Roberts (Associate Producer), Richard Rutledge (Associate Producer), Aaron Harvey (Associate Producer), Richard Marquez (Production Manager)

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Direct download: so-154.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:00am MDT

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