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It started with a promising pilot movie that wasn't expected to lead to a series...until the ratings demanded a series. On today's Sci-Fi 5, find out what happened when Fox's M.A.N.T.I.S. went weekly.

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Written by Earl Green

Hosted by Jessica Lynn Verdi

Music by Devin Curry

Some movies are just about the Invisible Man. Other movies are just about a guy who turns into a fly. But as today's Sci-Fi 5 proves, only one movie was bold enough to give audiences both!

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Written by Ryan Myers

Hosted by Earl Green

Music by Devin Curry

In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Parturition," can Tom and Neelix find common ground over Kes? No. Can they cooperate on an away mission? Unlikely. Can they bond over a lizard baby? Almost certainly.

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.

Join the Conversation: What are your thoughts on this episode? Share your take on the ethical questions and themes explored, and let us know how it fits into the broader Star Trek narrative. We'd love to hear from you! For as little as $1 a month, you can gain access to our Mission Log Discord Community! There, we continue the discussion with dedicated channels and a weekly video chat with the hosts. Become a member of our Patreon today! https://www.Patreon.com/MissionLog Want to share your thoughts on an upcoming episode? Email us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured during the episode. Follow us on Social Media: X https://x.com/MissionLogPod INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/MissionLogPod THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod Did you know Roddenberry Podcasts is on YouTube? Find the video versions of your favorite shows like Mission Log: Prodigy, Mission Log: The Orville, as well as exclusive content only available on YouTube. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@RoddenberryEntertainment?sub_confirmation=1 Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek, follow us here: RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryPodcasts RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://x.com/roddenberry RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://x.com/RoddenberryFdn

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At the time of its release, it was billed as the most expensive science fiction movie ever made.  Today's Sci-Fi 5 puts Fantastic Voyage under the microscope.

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Written by Ashley Thomas

Hosted by Ryan Myers

Music by Devin Curry

How well do you know the "monster maroon?" Legendary costume designer Robert Fletcher would have turned 100 today. Hear the story of his career and the indelible mark he left on Star Trek history on today's Sci-Fi 5.

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Written by John Cooley

Hosted by Roberto Lewis

Music by Devin Curry

The Bell Riots are only two years away, and will be a watershed moment in Star Trek history. Protests make a difference in our timeline, too! Our panel of experienced protestors discusses Past Tense, and how you can support protests in your community.

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Sarah

GUESTS

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Denny Wagner

Anonymous Medic

EDITOR

Andi

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One of the undisputed masters of fantastic fiction, Ray Bradbury said he was "given a future" by someone who later turned up in his stories.  This tale and more about one of the masters of science fiction in today's Sci-Fi 5.

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Written by Shane Vaughn

Hosted by Kim Horcher

Music by Devin Curry

As both actor and director, Jonathan Frakes has been in command of many of Star Trek series - and many others outside the franchise too.  Today's Sci-Fi 5 raises a glass to Number One himself.

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Written by Ashely Thomas 

Hosted by Earl Green

Music by Devin Curry

In the Star Trek: Voyager episode, "Twisted," the ship's layout is changing. Voyager is plunging toward an uncertain fate, and the options seem to be to do everything possible to stop it, or do... nothing?

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.

Join the Conversation: What are your thoughts on this episode? Share your take on the ethical questions and themes explored, and let us know how it fits into the broader Star Trek narrative. We'd love to hear from you! For as little as $1 a month, you can gain access to our Mission Log Discord Community! There, we continue the discussion with dedicated channels and a weekly video chat with the hosts. Become a member of our Patreon today! https://www.Patreon.com/MissionLog Want to share your thoughts on an upcoming episode? Email us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured during the episode. Follow us on Social Media: X https://x.com/MissionLogPod INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/MissionLogPod THREADS https://www.threads.net/@roddenberrypodcasts FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/MissionLogPod Did you know Roddenberry Podcasts is on YouTube? Find the video versions of your favorite shows like Mission Log: Prodigy, Mission Log: The Orville, as well as exclusive content only available on YouTube. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@RoddenberryEntertainment?sub_confirmation=1 Our shows are part of the Roddenberry Entertainment family. For more great shows and to learn how we live the legacy of Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek, follow us here: RODDENBERRY PODCASTS https://www.instagram.com/RoddenberryPodcasts RODDENBERRY ENTERTAINMENT https://x.com/roddenberry RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION https://x.com/RoddenberryFdn

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It would probably be considered one of the formative films in either the science fiction or horror genres...except that it's been lost for nearly a century.  Today's Sci-Fi 5 tells you why Homunculus may be making a partial comeback soon.

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Written and hosted by Ryan Myers 

Music by Devin Curry