In this episode of Standard Orbit, we conclude our epic journey
with what we believe to be the Top 15 TOS episodes for
essential viewing. Over the course of Standard Orbit episodes 119,
120, and 121, we were able to academically and passionately
deliberate and discover what we believe are the top five episodes
for each individual season. And thank you to the members of The
Babel Conference who voted to help create what can be considered as
one of the most comprehensive "essential viewing" lists for any fan
Our goal for this episode, and for all of the TOS "Essentials"
podcasts, is to offer new perspectives to both new and veteran fans
of The Original Series. Hopefully, our recommendations will be used
as a TOS starter kit with episodes chosen from each season and not
heavily influenced by any one in particular. We believe our
listeners will truly enjoy these comprehensive recommendations
compiled by their very own Refit Crew; podcasters and friends they
have come to know and trust.
Welcome to Standard Orbit! (00:01:05)
A Recap of The Essentials (00:02:16)
A Balance of Season One (00:03:35)
The Season Two Machine (00:10:05)
The Unanimous Incident (00:19:45)
The Babel Conference Has Spoken! (00:24:10)
The Final, Fantastic, Fab ... Four (00:42:05)
Reflecting on the Retrospective (00:58:27)
A Message from the Chief (01:00:13)
Thank You for Listening to Standard Orbit (01:03:52)
Norman C. Lao, Jeffrey Harlan, and Ken Tripp
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