Isaac explores the depths of romantic relationships with Dr. Finn while Bortus tries on a new look. We mustache you a question when "A Happy Refrain" goes into the Mission Log. Join us each week for a discussion of the themes, morals and messages in each episode of "The Orville." Follow @ML_TheOrville on Twitter and be sure to check out podcasts.roddenberry.com

206 - A Happy Refrain

An episode-by-episode discussion of "The Orville," examining the morals, meanings and messages in each story.

TV & Film

TV Reviews

In the first episode of our Shore Leave Series, "TALKING Ted," Mike and Jess look at the Ted franchise as a whole and welcome special guest, and creator of Ted, Seth MacFarlane to talk process, 'stuffies', facial expressions, and more. Next week, we welcome special guest, Giorgia Whigham, who plays Blaire Bennett, to chat about the first episode of the series, “Just Say Yes.” - Snag $20 off shipping to enjoy a bottle of your very own Bear Fight Whiskey so you can sip along with the hosts and guests!Go to https://www.BearFightWhiskey.com and enter code: BF20 at check out!   Your hosts of Mission Log: The Orville have been granted Shore Leave to talk about the hit series Ted, by Seth MacFarlane, streaming now on Peacock. Join Mike Richards and Jessica Lynn Verdi for Talking Ted Presented by Bear Fight Whiskey as they invite you and actors from the show to explore each episode of the hit series.   Visit our website for more information:  https://podcasts.roddenberry.com/show/mission-log-the-orville/   Join our Roddenberry Podcasts community by becoming a Patreon member for as little as $1 a month! https://www.patreon.com/missionlog   TALKING ted is produced by Roddenberry Entertainment. Executive produced by Eugene Roddeberry & John Champion. Edited by Jessica Lynn Verdi Design by Scott White   Mission Log: The Orville: https://www.x.com/ML_TheOrville Mike Richards: https://www.x.com/mrichards1701 Jessica Lynn Verdi: https://www.x.com/jessicalynnverdi   We'll see you in the stars!

Ted Then and Now with Special Guest, Seth MacFarlane

Your Mission Log: The Orville hosts have been granted shore leave to talk about the hit series Ted, by Seth MacFarlane, streaming now on Peacock. Join Mike Richards and Jessica Lynn Verdi for Talking Ted Presented by Bear Fight Whiskey as they invite you and actors from the show to explore each episode of the hit series. Be sure to head over to https://Podcasts.Roddenberry.com to comment and connect with us! Follow us! Mission Log: The Orville: https://www.x.com/ML_TheOrville Mike Richards: https://www.x.com/mrichards1701 Jessica Lynn Verdi: https://www.x.com/jessicalynnverdi

Introducing "Talking Ted"

Design and effects legend Doug Drexler drops by Mission Log: The Orville to talk about his contributions across multiple science-fiction series. Plus, special guest appearance by Beaker the parrot! Thanks to everyone who joined us on Virtual Trek Con 5. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/live/m2qdu6e5uRc?si=2EO6Ka82BMYl5_ax

Supplemental 10 - Doug Drexler

You might know J. Lee as the face and voice of the Orville's chief engineer, but we can neither confirm nor deny that right now.  Jessica and Mike instead quiz him about his musical career, writing, directing, and the current state of Hollywood. Join us each week for a discussion of the themes, morals and messages in each episode of "The Orville." Follow @ML_TheOrville on Twitter and be sure to check out podcasts.roddenberry.com

Supplemental 09 - J. Lee

Mike and Jessica welcome P.J. from Orville Nation and get inside the the making of The Orville comics with artist David Cabeza, plus a visit with Elyse Hargreaves from Phoenix Development with an update on upcoming Orville games and a give-away! LINKS: David Cabeza’s ArtStation Phoenix Development on Itch.io To enter the “All Kidding Aside” T-shirt giveaway: Follow both Mission Log: The Orville and Phoenix Development on Twitter, and LIKE and RETWEET the contest post from either one! Support Mission Log: The Orville by picking up  The Orville Library Edition Vol. 1. Join us each week for a discussion of the themes, morals and messages in each episode of "The Orville." Follow @ML_TheOrville on Twitter and be sure to check out podcasts.roddenberry.com

206 - A Happy Refrain

Download our free app to listen on your phone