Welcome to Gene-ology, a podcast by Roddenberry Entertainment that dives deep into the early TV writing works of Gene Roddenberry.

DeForest Kelley appeared in Gene scripts in Boots and Saddles, Shannon, and the unsold legal drama pilot 333 Montgomery.  It's obvious Gene was a DeForest Kelley fan.  In this supplemental episode, we welcome another DeForest Kelley fan, Trek Files host Larry Nemecek, to explore the long friendship between an actor and a writer whose work together would lead to an iconic Star Trek character.

This extensive conversation has been edited for length; the unedited conversation can be heard by our Patreon subscribers.  Join them at: https://www.Patreon.com/MissionLog

See DeForest Kelley pitch "333 Montgomery" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILul7OES778

Hosted by Earl Green & Ashley Thomas Special Guest: Larry Nemecek

About Gene-ology

Gene-ology explores Gene Roddenberry's early television scripts, including his lesser-known works before Star Trek using the Mission Log format popularized by Roddenberry Podcasts. We analyze the themes, writing style, and cultural impact of his scripts, and we even unearth stories from the Roddenberry archives that were never produced. Join us as we trace the roots of Gene's creative genius.

In This Episode

• Examining DeForest Kelley's recurring work with Gene Roddenberry in random episodes, pilots, and of course Star Trek.

• Exploring Gene Roddenberry’s evolving style and storytelling.

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Gene-ology is produced by Roddenberry Entertainment. Executive producer Eugene "Rod" Roddenberry. Visit https://Podcasts.Roddenberry.com for more great content. Edited by Earl Green.