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. 

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.

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!

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)   

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)   

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)   

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)   

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)   

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)   

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)   

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!

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.
 

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?

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)   

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"?

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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Monday, June 5, 2017   
     
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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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Monday, May 22, 2017   
      
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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)

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)

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!

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!       

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!      

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     

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    
    

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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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  
     
File Size     
35.8 MB     
37,624,720 bytes     
     
Categories     
Star Trek, TrekFm, Standard Orbit, TOS, Movies, Enterprise, Podcasts  
     
Tags     
161, Star Trek, TrekFm, Standard Orbit, TOS, Movies, USN, Podcasts  
  
Keywords     
startrek, trekfm, standardorbit, tos, movies, enterprise, podcasts  
     
URL     
http://traffic.libsyn.com/standardorbit/so-161.mp3 

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)  

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)

Standard Orbit 159: Star of Freedom and Peace

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) 

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!

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   
   

   
URL   
http://traffic.libsyn.com/standardorbit/so-155.mp3

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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Standard Orbit 153: Earl Grey Generations

Two Podcasts One Destiny. Zach and Ken attempt to discuss Star Trek's Christmas movie: Generations when the Earl Grey crew of Lee, Amy, and Richard beam into Standard Orbit studios. This crossover podcast discusses the Star Trek crossover movie. Why did they have to kill Capt. Kirk, the Enterprise, and Captain Picard's family? Was a good villain and was the Nexus a good plot device? How did the Flagship of the Federation lose to an old Bird of Prey?

With two podcast crews representing their genres; we explore this controversial film with good humor and real passion. We hope you enjoy this approach and one we hope to employ in the future when TOS and TNG elements cross paths. Be sure to listen to the end as a hidden challenge is revealed and we find out if it was successful.

Hosts (Standard Orbit)
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Guests (Earl Grey)
Amy Nelson, Richard Marquez, and Lee Hutchison

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:09)
Intruder Alert! (00:01:19)
We Surrender (00:02:22)
Generations Synopsis (00:02:37)
Earl Grey Christmas Time (00:06:58)
A lot of Death (00:11:56)
TNG should have stood alone (00:18:01)
Old Baldy (00:19:45)
Picard's Fantasy (00:31:00)
Kirk's Death (00:32:20)
Death of the "D" (00:38:09)
Star Wars Holiday Special Vs. Star Trek Holiday Special (00:49:42)
Final Thoughts (00:55:40)
Previously on Trek.fm (01:03:26)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:08:42)
Lee's Accomplishment (01:09:46)

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

Standard Orbit 152: With Rolling Action

Standard Orbit 151: Saving Earth
  
Excerpt (iTunes Subtitle) 
From the earliest Star Trek episodes to the most recent motion pictures; Captain Kirk and the men and women of the Starship Enterprise have sprung into action to save the planet Earth. Whether the threat is direct or indirect or comes from revenge driven adversaries, big and small living machines, an overmedicated Chief Medical Officer and even our own short sightedness; The mighty crew of the USS Enterprise have kept the Earth safe for future generations.
 
Zach and Ken explore all the various threats to Earth the Enterprise crew have faced over the 50 year history of the original and rebooted cast. What were the most clever threats? What common themes have we seen multiple times? Join us on our journey from the earliest episodes through the newest movies in this exciting high energy episode of Standard Orbit.
 
Hosts 
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore 
 
Feature 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:09) 
City on the Edge of Forever (00:02:34) 
Balance of Terror (00:11:23)  
The Changeling  (00:14:25) 
Errand of Mercy (00:16:20) 
Assignment: Earth (00:22:40) 
Immunity Syndrome (00:26:18) 
Star Trek: The Motion Picture (00:32:20) 
Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (00:39:00) 
Star Trek 2009 (00:51:18) 
Final Thoughts (00:59:00) 
Previously on Trek.fm (01:03:13) 
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:07:58) 
Save the Earth- End theme (01:08:00)
  
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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Release Date 
Monday, December 11, 2016 
 
Duration 
01 hour 08 minutes 07 seconds 
 
File Size 
63.6 MB 
66,742,271 bytes 
 
Categories 
Star Trek, TrekFm, Standard Orbit, TOS, TNG, Movies, Podcasts 
 
Tags 
151, Star Trek, TrekFm, Standard Orbit, TOS, Movies, Podcasts 
 
Keywords 
startrek, trekfm, standardorbit, tos, tng, movies, podcasts 
 
URL 
http://traffic.libsyn.com/standardorbit/so-151.mp3

Standard Orbit 150: Practically CGI

Montalban v. Cumberbatch

"Khan Noonien Singh is the most dangerous adversary the Enterprise ever faced. He is brilliant, ruthless and he will not hesitate to kill every single one of you." Those are the words Ambassador Spock used to describe Star Trek's most iconic villain, and in this episode of Standard Orbit our...Khanversation revolves around who makes a better Khan, Montalban or Cumberbatch? We're going to look at the Khans from the perspective of character, screen presence, passion, and villainy. A Khanparison if you will.

The Kelvin Timeline did not branch off from the Prime Timeline until 2233, so the Khan we meet in Into Darkness is truly the same Khan we meet in Space Seed. However, the circumstances surrounding their revivals are very different, which inform the character and his actions moving forward in both timelines. We delve into the drives and motivations of each, which Khan was a "greater" villain, the screen presence of both of the incredible actors who portrayed him. And it wouldn't be an episode of Standard Orbit without a few tangents for good measure.

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:09)
Similarities and Differences in Character (00:02:32)
Screen Presence (00:10:47) 
Action! (00:16:19)
Secret Identity (00:19:52)
IDW Comics Khan Miniseries (00:23:45)
Motivations and Defeats (00:28:04)
The Bigger Villain (00:51:33)
iTunes Review Giveaway (00:58:21)
Previously on Trek.fm (01:01:06)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:02:47)
 
Production
C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Charlene Schmiedt (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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Release Date
Monday, November 28, 2016

Duration
01 hour 06 minutes 47 seconds

File Size
64.5 MB
64,517,181 bytes

Categories
Star Trek, TrekFm, Standard Orbit, TOS, Movies, Podcasts, Khan

Standard Orbit: Supplemental 3: Thankful and Grateful

We Appreciate You!

Hosts Zach and Ken stop all engines and secure all operations and take time to acknowledge their appreciation for the support of their listeners, contributors on the Babel Conference, new friends from STLV 50, and the Standard Orbit production team. They try to name them all!

After a thorough review of the past 4 months of threads and topics; Ken an Zach give a shout out to the folks that really make this show a joy to produce. Thank you for listening to Standard Orbit and contributing your time, thoughts, and opinions on the Babel Conference.

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:09)
Thankful and Grateful (00:01:10)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:10:50)
 
Production
C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Charlene Schmiedt (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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Release Date
Thursday, November 24, 2017

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11 Minutes 43 seconds

File Size
8.13MB

The Alternative Factor.

The Alternative Factor is rather infamous in Star Trek fandom, and there are many factors (see what we did there?) and behind-the-scenes reasons for why things turned out the way they did.  Who better to join us in our discussion on this episode than host of Melodic Treks Brandon Shea-Mutula, known for his unique taste when it comes to Star Trek, and who makes his case for why The Alternative Factor is one of his favorites!

We talk band-aids, beards, parallel universes, Jet Li's The One, and so much more, including all the behind-the-scenes drama surrounding The Alternative Factor, in this week's episode of Standard Orbit. Also, our iTunes giveaway has been extended to December 15, there's still time to win a Star Trek: The Next Generation's first season on Blu-ray!

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Guests
Brandon-Shea Mutala

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:09)
Episode Synopsis (00:05:36)
Initial Thoughts (00:07:25) 
Listener Comments (00:09:49)
The Episode As-Is (00:13:37)
The Episode As It Might Have Been (00:39:33)
Enjoyment of Entertainment Is Subjective (00:46:30)
Final Thoughts (00:51:10)
Previously on Trek.fm (00:55:30)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:57:11)
 
Production
C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Charlene Schmiedt (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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Release Date
Monday, November 21, 2016

Duration
01 hour 03 minutes 47 seconds

File Size
61.7 MB
61,52,669 bytes

Standard Orbit 147: Beyond Blu-Ray

Star Trek Origins: Cloaking Device

In this episode of Standard Orbit, we launch into our second origins outline looking at the deployment and use of the cloaking device from its initial debut in Balance of Terror, to its evolution over the course of the franchise through The Next Generation and Deep Space Nine.

A game changing piece of technology, we explore how having the cloaking device adds such a huge tactical advantage to those who have it, try to understand the reasoning behind Starfleet not using it themselves (until the Dominion War) and its applications beyond starships such as personal cloaking tech and cloaked mines.

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore
 
Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:11) 
Balance of Terror/The Enterprise Incident (00:01:57) 
TOS Films (00:14:35) 
The Next Generation Era (00:26:26)
Starfleet: To Cloak Or Not To Cloak? (00:33:06)
The Defiant (00:36:21)
Starfleet: To Cloak Or Not To Cloak?, Cont. (00:40:00)

The Jem'Hadar (00:42:12)
"All Good Things..." Enterprise-D (00:45:45)
Cloaked Mines (46:49)
Final Thoughts (00:48:43)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:52:32)

 
Production
C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Charlene Schmiedt (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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Release Date
Monday, October 31, 2016

Duration
00 hour 56 minutes 41 seconds

URL
http://traffic.libsyn.com/standardorbit/so-145

Episode 144: Across The Pond

Destination Star Trek Europe

Destination Star Trek Europe was held in Birmingham, England earlier this month, and friend of the podcast Tony Black has the report for us from across the pond.

William Shatner, George Takei, Walter Koenig and Christopher Lloyd were the headliners at this year's Destination celebrating the 50th anniversary of Star Trek. Tony recounts his experiences at the convention, the opening ceremony, the after party and more. We also have a some fun tangents on Star Trek audio books, the voice of Ted Cassidy, and uniforms!

Hosts
Zach Moore

Guests
Tony Black

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:11)
Celebrity Guests (00:09:45)
William Shatner (00:12:57)
Opening Ceremony (00:18:10)
Convention Layout (00:27:17)
Costumes (00:30:09)
Opening Ceremony, Cont. (00:33:50)
Meeting Other Fans, After Party (00:40:04)
Merchandise (00:43:53)
Final Thoughts (00:45:34)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:56:21)

 
Production
C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Charlene Schmiedt (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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Release Date 
Monday, October 24, 2016 
 
Duration 
01 hour 00 minutes 30 seconds

Standard Orbit 143: Right Click, Word Replacement

TNG as TOS. 

The early seasons of Star Trek: The Next Generation get a bad rep, and are often criticized as feeling like an "extension of TOS" or "1960s TV in the 1980s." Right or wrong, good or bad, in this episode of Standard Orbit, Ken and Zach discuss a handful of season one TNG adventures that feel more at home on Kirk's Enterprise than Picard's.

The Naked Now, on TOS as originally planned? Angel One, would it be too progressive for the late 1960s? Too Short a Season, is it generic enough for any series? We'll Always Have Paris becoming I Left My Heart In San Francisco? We have a fun time pondering what these episodes could become with just a few uses of the word replacement tool. And stay tuned till the end to hear about our special iTunes giveaway!

Hosts 

Ken Tripp and Zach Moore 

Feature 

Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:11) 

The Naked Now (00:03:52) 

Code of Honor (00:09:47) 

The Last Outpost (00:16:23)

Angel One (00:24:04)

Too Short A Season (00:31:22)

Home Soil (00:37:18)

We'll Always Have Paris (00:41:41)

Final Thoughts (00:47:08) 

iTunes Giveaway (00:52:51) 

Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:57:43) 

Production 

C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Charlene Schmiedt (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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Release Date 

Monday, October 17, 2016 

Duration 

01 hour 01 minutes 52 seconds

File Size 

61.8 MB

61,803,711 bytes 

Standard Orbit 142: The Rebooted Fleet

The Ships of the Kelvin Timeline. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Ken and Zach give the listeners what they want...more starship talk! Following up on our recent thread in the Babel Conference, this is the second part of our discussion, this time focusing on the ships of the Kelvin Timeline!

With a bold new aesthetic for a new generation of moviegoers, things were familiar yet different in this rebooted timeline and the starships were no exception. From new spins old ideas like the Kelvin, re-imagined classics like The Enterprise, and totally unique designs like the Narada or Krall's Swarm, if it flew in the Kelvin Timeline movies we talk about it here!

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

 
Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:11)
The Kelvin (00:02:17)
The Narada (00:12:03)
The Enterprise (00:19:00)
The Vengeance (00:46:30)
Klingon Ships (00:55:54)
Krall's Swarm (01:01:23)
The Franklin (01:04:02)
The Enterprise-A (01:08:26)
Final Thoughts (01:16:51)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:19:49)

 
Production
C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Charlene Schmiedt (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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Release Date
Monday, October 10, 2016

Duration
01 hour 23 minutes 58 seconds

File Size
83 MB
82,992,243 bytes

Standard Orbit 141: Red Shirt Starship

The Ships of TOS Prime Timeline TV and Movies

In this episode of Standard Orbit, Ken and Zach give the listeners what they want...starship talk! After our discussion thread on starship designs lit up the Babel Conference we decided it called for a podcast or two on the subject.

From the Enterprise's deflector dish and nacelles, the workhorse Miranda and Excelsior class, alien Birds-of-Prey and battle cruisers, and even DY-100 sleeper ships, we're talking the ships of TOS and the TOS movies. Buckle up with your arm rests and settle in for almost two hours of starship minutia!

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

 
Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:11)
The Enterprise (00:02:17)
Klingon Battle Cruiser, D7 (00:22:46)
Romulan Bird-of Prey (00:31:59)
Misc. TOS Ships (00:37:09)
Galileo Shuttlecraft (00:46:57)
The Enterprise Refit (00:50:28)
Klingon Battle Cruiser, K't'inga Class (01:05:51)
The Reliant (01:09:58)
Vulcan Shuttle (01:18:25)
The Excelsior (01:21:22)
The Grissom (01:28:18)
Klingon Bird-of Prey (01:31:48)
Final Thoughts(01:39:03)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:42:03)

 
Production
C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Charlene Schmiedt (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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Release Date
Monday, October 3, 2016

Duration
01 hour 11 minutes 32 seconds

File Size
104.3 MB
104,257,554 bytes

Standard Orbit 140: James R. Kirk

Star Trek Origins: Star Trek III. In this episode of Standard Orbit, we start a new series of discussions focusing on the origins of key concepts and events that influenced the franchise for years to come. This week, Star Trek III: The Search For Spock!

Star Trek Origins: Star Trek III.

In this episode of Standard Orbit, we start a new series of discussions focusing on the origins of key concepts and events that influenced the franchise for years to come. This week, Star Trek III: The Search For Spock!

While being one of the more divisive entries in the film franchise, Star Trek III was our introduction to a great many things that went on to form a rich foundation for Star Trek's future series and movies. The Bird-of-Prey, the Excelsior, the depth of Vulcan religion and mind melds, the idea of honor for the Klingons, Earth Space Dock and even Transwarp drive. We discuss them all, and also a couple of things that didn't stick from The Search For Spock.


Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:11)
New Models/Ship Designs (00:03:52)
Bird-of-Prey (00:07:51)
Vulcan Culture (00:14:50)
Klingon Culture (00:23:27)
Transwarp Drive (00:35:30)
Discontinuities (00:40:06)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:49:42)

Production
C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Charlynne Schmiedt (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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Release Date
Monday, September 19, 2016

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Kristine M. Smith discusses her friendship with DeForest Kelley. Her book; DeForest Kelly: Up Close and Personal, is a wonderful life journey that allows the reader to get to know the very kind and wonderful couple of DeForest and Caroline Kelley. Enjoy this great adventure of Trek conventions, working in Hollywood, and becoming DeForest's caregiver. 
 
Hosts 
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore 

Guest
Kristine M. Smith
 
Feature 
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:11) 
Kristine's story (00:04:41) 
Disco Bones (00:27:25) 
Karl Urban's performance (00:33:04)
Book information (00:46:39)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:54:00) 
 
Production 
C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Charlene Schmiedt (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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The Man Trap Commentary.

50 years ago on this very day, Star Trek hit the airwaves for the very first time at 8:30pm EST on NBC. That episode was The Man Trap, and what better way to celebrate Star Trek's golden anniversary than by watching it along with us?

Although the sixth episode of the series produced, The Man Trap was chosen by NBC to be the first episode of Star Trek broadcast. This has spurred much debate over the years as to what would've been a more "proper" premiere and generated a lot of unfair criticism towards The Man Trap, which we actually found to be a great introduction to the series! So dim the lights, put some extra salt on your popcorn, and travel back to a simpler time when this hour of television was the entirety of the Star Trek franchise. We're still talking about it 50 years later, so it must have done something right!

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:11)
The Man Trap Commentary (00:04:41)
Final Thoughts (00:54:22)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:58:50)

Production
C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Charlene Schmiedt (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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Star Trek Beyond.

This episode of Standard Orbit marks the beginning of Phase III, the NCC-1701-A, call it what you will but either way Ken and Zach are excited to take the conn and discuss the latest and greatest installment in the Kelvin Timeline...Star Trek Beyond!

With 2016 marking the Star Trek franchise's golden anniversary, there was much anticipation for the third film in the newly christened Kelvin Timeline.  Following the divisive reaction to Star Trek Into Darkness and the troubled production history leading up to its follow-up, Star Trek Beyond had a lot to overcome. We are happy to report, it succeeded with flying colors!

Now three years into their five year mission, where to we find our beloved crew? How did Justin Lin handle taking over the director's chair from J.J. Abrams? Has the villain-of-the-week code finally been cracked with Idris Elba's Krall? How did the passing of Leonard Nimoy influence the film? And where do we want to see the film series go next? Join us for our discussion of these questions...and BEYOND!

Hosts
Ken Tripp and Zach Moore

Feature
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:11)
Initial Thoughts (00:01:56)
Box Office (00:16:20)
Stand Out Moments (00:21:30)
Remembering Ambassador Spock (00:27:25)
Krall (00:33:55)
Jayla (00:43:36)
Music (00:46:36)
Final Thoughts, Looking Forward to Star Trek 4 (00:51:11)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (00:56:42)

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

What's Past Is Prologue.

Nostalgia is perhaps one of the most powerful forces that influences our lives. The Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary’s second definition of Nostalgia describes it as being “a wistful or excessively sentimental yearning for return to or of some past period or irrecoverable condition; also: something that evokes Nostalgia.” In today’s world of recycled Hollywood content, reboots, refreshes and retellings - has the entertainment industry created a rift in Star Trek fandom, to the point where preserving the "glory days" is the only way for some fans to move forward?

In this episode of Standard Orbit, hosts Norman C. Lao and Jeffrey Harlan are joined by Portal 47’s Larry Nemecek and Mission Log’s John Champion. They take a deep and concerned look at the power of Nostalgia and its undeniable influence over fandom's appreciation for Star Trek; specifically The Original Series, and share their observations towards Nostalgia as it continues to influence the interpretation of perhaps the greatest of Star Trek's tenants: IDIC - Infinite Diversity through Infinite Combinations.

Hosts
Norman C. Lao and Jeffrey Harlan

Guests
John Champion and Larry Nemecek

Production
C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Editor and Associate Producer), Renee Roberts (Associate Producer), Richard Rutledge (Associate Producer), Richard Marquez (Production Manager), Will Nguyen (Content Manager)

Chapters
Welcome to Standard Orbit (00:01:16)
The Definition of Nostalgia…Literally (00:04:49)
The Evergreen Influence of Nostalgia (00:05:53)
The Negativity of Nostalgia (00:13:05)
What Does Gene’s Vision Mean Today (00:30:15)
Hailing Frequencies Open (00:43:28)
Our Final Thoughts and Thank You (01:02:30)

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The Shakedown Cruise for your New Standard Orbit Team.

Welcome Original Series Fans...Trekkies...Standard Orbiters; if Enterprise has "Boomers" and Deep Space Nine has "Niners"...can Standard Orbit have "Orbiters?" Thank you for joining us on Standard Orbit's maiden voyage for 2016 with your NEW Podcasting Crew! I am incredibly proud to introduce my co-hosts: Trek.fm's Mr. AtoZ - Jeffrey Harlan, and introducing one of Trek.fm's generous Patrons who is an Associate Producer for the network and our new editor for Standard Orbit - Ken Tripp. Please give them a warm welcome as we fire up the impulse engines for a very exciting year!

Recently on the Babel Conference, Trek.fm's dedicated fan and listener page on Facebook, I have asked many of you to participate in a discussion. I wanted to hear from you; our listeners and supporters of Standard Orbit. I wanted to understand your expectations and the topics you would enjoy hearing during this new podcasting season. As your hosting team, we wanted to make sure that we are all on this journey together and keeping the "Hailing Frequencies Open" for me is a very important step. As Kirk said to Bones in 2009, "Buckle Up!"

Hosts
Norman C. Lao and Jeffrey Harlan

Guest
Ken Tripp

Production
C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer), Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer), Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer), Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer), Ken Tripp (Editor and Associate Producer), Renee Roberts (Associate Producer), Richard Rutledge (Associate Producer), Richard Marquez (Production Manager), Will Nguyen (Content Manager)

Chapters
Welcome Standard Orbiters! (00:01:32)
Introducing Your Refit Crew (00:02:18)
Hailing Frequencies Open (00:05:56)
Reactions to Our Transfer Orders (00:07:45)
Finding the Value In Every TOS Episode (00:13:10)
The Refit’s Mission for Season Three (00:18:53)
Reviewing the Historical Documents (00:22:15)
Keeping the Engines Positively Charged (00:32:58)
Talking About THEIR Generation (00:37:42)
A Literal Literary Crossover (00:45:30)
Our Final Thoughts and Thank You (00:51:10)

Standard Orbit 1.0 Finale.

All good things must come to an end. Thankfully for you, this is only going to be a change. In the final episode of Standard Orbit 1.0, Mike and Drew reminisce about the times they shared bringing you the past 109 episodes. We talk about the history of the show, the moments that stick out to us, and what we've learned from doing the show. Thanks for everything, and stay tuned for 2.0!

Also, we forgot to thank Doug E. Graves for letting us use his TOS.5 Enterprise as our cover image all these episodes!

The Ultimate Top Ten List.

If there's one thing Standard Orbit 1.0 loves, it's lists. So it's only appropriate that for the penultimate episode, Mike and Drew go over their top ten favorite TOS adventures. Some obvious choices, some shocking, and a surprising lack of crossover between the two lists make this truly The Ultimate Top Ten List.

Unmade: Planet Of The Titans.

There are so many unmade Star Trek projects out there, it's good to have a source to help us sort them out. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew are joined by "Knowledgeable Person Of Star Trek" John Tenuto to continue our miniseries on the post-TOS era. While there isn't an available script out there for "Planet of the Titans", there's plenty of behind the scenes information. Find out how George Lucas was involved in pre-production, who all was asked to direct, and how the story related to a similarly titled sci-fi movie.

BridgeMate Rematch.

Last week on Earl Grey 109, your "Maroon Monsters" were victorious in BridgeMates, the "how well do you know your cohost" game show. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew welcome guest host Phillip Gilfus and "Team Free Enterprise" to the Rec Deck for a rematch. Can our TNG friends find victory in the 23rd century? Will your hosts' friendship last long enough to make it the last 8 episodes of their tenure? FIND OUT as we play the game that's been sweeping the network!

Post-TOS with Marc Cushman.

Just because The Original Series ended didn't mean the story was over. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew have Marc Cushman, author of the "These Are The Voyages" book series, on to give us hints about what happened in the 70's for our intrepid crew. From Paramount not being able to get a fourth network off the ground to NBC begging for more Star Trek to how on earth a Saturday morning cartoon was able to get away with Spock drawing a pentagram on the floor so he can do magic(k), we cover all kinds of subjects on our way to The Next Generation.

Favorite Episodes of Other Series.

After 100 episodes of talking about Original Series, you have to stop and give some love to the series that inherited it's mantle. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew shake the other 615-ish episodes of the franchise to see what rises to the top. We spoil episodes, random movies and TV shows, and various other things that come up as we go through our favorite/best episodes, arcs, movies, and series.

DON'T MISS THE LAST HALF OF THE SHOW, where we have some VERY IMPORTANT spoilers on the FUTURE OF STANDARD ORBIT with some SECRET GUESTS!

Deep Space Nine: “Trials and Tribble-ations” with Matthew Rushing.

Anniversaries should be special times, bringing loved ones together no matter how far apart they may be. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew are joined by Matthew Rushing from The Orb to discuss Deep Space Nine's love letter to The Original Series, "Trials and Tribble-ations". We talk about the difficulty of picking the best episode of DS9, which version of the K-7 mission actually happened, and how it works for people who've only seen TOS.

Hosts
Drew Stewart and Mike Schindler

Guest
Matthew Rushing

Editor and Producer
Drew Stewart

Executive Producers
Norman C. Lao, Matthew Rushing, Charlynn Schmiedt, and C Bryan Jones

Associate Producers
Renee Roberts and Richard Rutledge, Jr.

Production Manager
Richard Marquez

Content Manager
Will Nguyen

Chapters
Much Trials. Many Tribbles. (00:02:07)
In The Top Ten? (00:10:00)
Perfecting Perfection (00:16:58)
From A TOS Perspective (00:28:35)
Goodbye To Matt (00:41:32)
Closing (00:42:52)

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IDW Ongoing Comic Comparison: The Tholian Webs.

Sometimes you can't help but go a little mad sometimes, especially when your ship gets caught in interphase and surrounded by an impenetrable web. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew catch up with the IDW Ongoing comics and compare their "The Tholian Webs" with the original episode. During the episode, Mike manages to fix the logic of a similar Next Generation episode, we discuss why some people pronounce "Han" differently, and Drew comes up with another theory of what character Idris Elba is going to play in Star Trek Beyond.

Hosts

Drew Stewart and Mike Schindler

Editor and Producer

Drew Stewart

Executive Producers

Norman C. Lao, Matthew Rushing, and C Bryan Jones

Associate Producers

Renee Roberts and Richard Rutledge, Jr.

Production Manager

Richard Marquez

Content Manager

Will Nguyen

Chapters

Mike Fills In The Blanks (00:03:04)

Issue 1 (00:05:36)

Issue 2 (00:23:57)

Final Thoughts (00:31:26)

Closing (00:34:21)

Voyager: “Flashback” with Charlynn Schmiedt.

Not every crossover between series can be a winner. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew are joined by Charlynn from To The Journey to flash back to "Flashback". While it is cool that they managed to get the entire crew from The Undiscovered Country back on board (except for Christian Slater), the episode begs a lot of questions like: How do memories see observers? Was Janeway too busy to watch TOS like the TNG crew did? Did she watch it later as inspiration for her actions in the later seasons of VGR? Is “Flashback” the canon expanded universe of Star Trek? Find out if we can answer these questions and more in our discussion! Also, we answer listener mail including a voicemail!

Trekipedia with Jeffery Harlan.

For some people, history is life, even if its fictional history. In this episode ofStandard Orbit, Mike and Drew talk to Jeffery Harlan about his website, "Trekipedia" and what has been called the "grand unified theory of Star Trek". As we get to know him and his site, Jeffery amazes us with trivia, gives us reading recommendations, and lets us know just how intensive building a site like this can be.

Star Trek Las Vegas 2015.

Every year, the City of Lights plays host to the largest Star Trek convention in the country. And every so often, one of your hosts is there. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike tells Drew all about his experiences and thoughts on Star Trek Las Vegas 2015. Who'd he see? Who'd he get to hang out with? What'd he learn about? Find out this and his opinions on the convention in this Sin City-ful episode!

Hosts
Drew Stewart and Mike Schindler

Editor
Mike Schindler

Producer
Drew Stewart

Executive Producers
Norman C. Lao, Matthew Rushing, and C Bryan Jones

Associate Producers
Renee Roberts and Richard Rutledge, Jr.

Production Manager
Richard Marquez

Content Manager
Will Nguyen

Chapters
STLV 2015 (00:01:55)
Closing (00:40:45)

Casting An Excelsior Series.

It seems that everyone has an idea for what the next Trek series should be. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew go through their ideal cast list for a show following Sulu on the JJ-Verse Excelsior. We have some unique choices of the characters that should be on the show, and some really unique choices of who should play them. Find out who made the fantasy casting couch and why in this unique episode!

Enterprise: “In A Mirror Darkly” with Norman Lao.​

When the producers of ​Enterprise​ decided to do a Mirror Universe episode in their final season, they went all out and made it a sequel AND prequel to two different episodes of ​The Original Series​. In this episode of ​Standard Orbit​, Drew and Mike are joined by Norman Lao from ​Warp Five​ to discuss the cross over between the two shows. How were they allowed to spend so much money on a show they knew wasn't coming back? Was using a bunch of that money to CGI some of the TOS aliens a wise choice? Are Mirror episodes even worth it to begin with? Find out what everyone thinks about these and more in this crossed over episode!

Khan-mentary 3: Into Darkness Commentary.

It's finally time for the last part in our commentary series on everyone's favorite bad guy, Khan! In Khan-mentary 3, John Tenuto joins Mike and Drew to talk about Star Trek Into Darkness! We talk about how much the writers of this film may have pulled from early drafts of Wrath of Khan besides the obvious bits, whether the casting and subsequent secrecy of Khan drew unnecessary criticism, and if there's more to the movie than a series of action scenes.

Hosts

Drew Stewart and Mike Schindler

Guest

John Tenuto

Editor and Producer

Drew Stewart

Associate Producers

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Chapters

Commentary Start (1:53)
Final Thoughts (2:11:32)
Closing (2:18:15)

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Creating The Standard Orbit Canon: Season One.

There’s a lot of Star Trek out there that doesn’t really fit into the wider continuity. What if you could focus on only the episodes that just help tell the story of Star Trek? In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew conduct an editing exercise in which we go through Season One of The Original Series and figure out what we think really needs to be there in order to create the “Standard Orbit Canon.” No episode is automatically safe, each one must stand our test of continuity, play an important role in the future of Star Trek, and eventually lead to the finale of The Original Series, Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country.

Hosts
Drew Stewart and Mike Schindler

Editor and Producer
Drew Stewart

Associate Producers
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Chapters
The Standard Orbit Canon (0:48)
The Pilots (4:04)
The Man Trap through The Corbomite Maneuver (7:21)
The Menagerie through Court Martial (18:13)
Return of the Archons through Operation: Annihilate! (28:17)
What’s Left (30:39)
Closing (31:15)

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Dragon Con & Parsec Awards Report.

In the game of Parsecs, you win or you lose. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike & Drew tell the tale of their Atlanta Adventure to Dragon Con for the Parsec Awards! What panels did we attend? What celebrities did we see? Did we win the coveted "Best New Speculative Fiction Podcaster/Team" Parsec Award? Find out all this and more in this adventuresome episode!

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Chapters

The Trip To Atlanta (2:06)
Dragon Con (5:44)
MST3K Panel (8:26)
Borg Reunion Panel (11:39)
Guardians of the Galaxy Panel (14:21)
Battlestar Galactica Panel (17:56)
The Parsec Awards (21:47)
The Voyage Home (28:26)
A Very Important Question (30:08)
Closing (31:22)

IDW Ongoing Comic Comparison: The Galileo Seven.

The missions of the new version of the old crew continue in the comics! In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew discuss issues 3 & 4 of the IDW Star Trek Ongoing series, based on the classic Spock episode "The Galileo Seven." We point out the changes and discuss whether Spock is more self-sacrificing or more motivated to save lives after the loss of Vulcan. We also pitch the next vignette for Star Trek Continues, featuring everyone's favorite thing: Vulcan PowerPoint Presentations!

Amok Time Commentary.

The music is just one of the dozens of great things about "Amok Time," Spock's voyage home to get married. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew are joined by Colin from Melodic Treks to finish their crossover on "Amok Time" by doing a commentary on the episode. Don't miss the soup throwing, fish spawning, and epic fights to the death, and that's just in the commentary!

The Enterprise.

Star Trek has been helping shape the design of the future for almost 50 years. One of the many iconic things that came out of The Original Series is the design of the lead ship, the Enterprise. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew discuss Kirk’s various ships named Enterprise. From the classic design to the movie refit to the most recent iteration, no ship is left unturned. We also discuss the interiors and how the bridges of the various ships might have been able to configure themselves to their crew.

Marathons for New Viewers.

With 80 episodes plus six and a half movies, The Original Series can be daunting for first-time viewers. Where does one start? In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew go through their suggested ten-story marathon for beginners—some obvious, some not so obvious. Whether someone has never seen any Star Trek or doesn't know where to start on The Original Series, there's something here for everyone.

Where No Fan Has Gone Before Commentary.

The Original Series may have only trekked on television screen for three seasons, yet there are a surprising numbers of homages to such a short-lived voyage in various movies and television shows—a nod to the impact TOS has had on popular culture. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew bring you a commentary for one of the most overt homages, the Futurama episode "Where No Fan Has Gone Before." Find out what happens when you get (almost) the entire living cast of TOS in (almost) the same room, while sending them to the year 3002… where Star Trek is show forbidden!

God-like Aliens.

For just three seasons on our TVs, Kirk and the crew seemed to run into a lot of all-powerful beings. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew talk about the gods of The Original Series, what powers they had, and how Kirk defeated them. They also discuss how forward-thinking TOS could be before immediately taking two steps back!

Hal Sutherland and The Animated Series.

Classic Trek lost another creator recently, this time Animated Series director Hal Sutherland. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew discuss Mr. Sutherland and his contribution to Star Trek, while trying to unravel the twisty time of the best episode of The Animated Series, “Yesteryear.” Plus, find out why the McCoy in the movies may be a completely different person than the one in TOS!

Khan-mentary 1: Space Seed Commentary.

Of all of the villains in the Star Trek universe, none is more well-known than Khan. In this episode of Standard Orbit, Mike and Drew are joined by Khan expert John Tenuto for the first in a series of commentaries we're calling “Khan-mentaries.” The series focuses on Khan's appearances, starting with the classic episode "Space Seed.” Find out all about how Khan came to be, how he changed in drafts, and how he shaped up to be the villain we all know and love to hate.

Meet the Crew.

Welcome to Standard Orbit, Trek.fm's newest show on Star Trek's oldest show: The Original Series! What started as an "anthology show with standing sets" in the late 1960s has become a cultural icon over the past 47 years. In the premiere episode of Standard Orbit, Drew and Mike tell the stories of how they were introduced to Star Trek, discuss why The Original Series has endured for so long, and share some of their favorite episodes.