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Stranger Things premiered on July 15, 2016

The Star Trek Universe has earned 5 Emmy nominations across Lower Decks and Discovery; Fathom Events is bringing Star Trek IV to theaters for its 35th anniversary; and the weekend's one BIG event that you can't miss.

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In the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode, "The Sound of Her Voice," the crew of the USS Defiant rush to the aid of a stranded Starfleet officer. During the voyage, they keep her company over the communicator, but what happens if they arrive too late?

Hosted by John Champion & Norman Lao

Welcome to Mission Log, a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast, where we explore the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, Mission Log examines a single episode of Star Trek, diving into its ethical subtext, metaphors, and cultural significance. From the show's most iconic moments to its hidden gems, we analyze what makes Star Trek one of the greatest science fiction sagas of all time.

In this Episode of Mission Log we'll...

• Recap the story and analyze key moments.
• Discuss the moral dilemmas presented.
• Debate whether the episode holds up and if the messages are still relevant.

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Actor Sig Haig was born on July 14, 1939

Emmy-nominated WandaVision director Matt Shakman is set to direct the next Star Trek film for J.J. Abrams; Mariner and Boimler are up to no good in the latest Star Trek: Lower Decks season 2 teaser; and this week's Star Trek history.

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Sir Patrick Stewart was born on July 13, 1940

Nichelle Nichols is heading to Ohio later this year for the christening of the upgraded headquarters of the International Federation of Trekkers; Marina Sirtis recounts the time she escorted Prince Charles to the premiere of Star Trek: First Contact; and this week's Trek trivia.

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Kicking off season 7 of The Trek Files: an interview with Star Trek TOS multiple-episode director, Ralph Senensky. In this segment, recorded in Ralph's home, we'll hear about "This Side of Paradise," his first assignment on the series, and why directors should never expect praise from their producers.

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We’re joined by Dr. Lynette Russell and Andrea to talk about colonialism and imperialism in Star Trek, from the series’ Space Western origins to the Maquis. We also discuss the Prime Directive and envision the possibilities for more anti-imperialist Trek narratives.

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The film Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea premiered on July 12, 1961