12-13 Star Trek II memo - January 19, 1978
The Trek Files: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast
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12-24 Star Trek Voyager call sheets - September 1994
The Trek Files: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast
Just over 30 years ago, filming began on a Star Trek series that would launch a new TV network. The exit of a star player brought production to a halt while executives figured out how to recast the series lead. The Trek Files welcomes back Dave Rossi, who was there on day one, with stories of Voyager finding its way and introducing the newest Captain to her ship. Don't miss our season finale! Document and additional references: The Trek Files All episodes and documents: Visit the for behind-the-scenes access and exclusive merchandise.
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12-23 Nemecek Pitch - 1994
The Trek Files: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast
Few people had as much influence on shaping Star Trek: Voyager and the role of Captain Janeway than the late Jeri Taylor. Known in the business as much for her professional output as for her humility and kindness, Jeri had re-emerged in the last few years to connect with the Trek fans who were influenced by her work. The Trek Files welcomes longtime friend and colleague Lolita Fatjo to discuss Jeri's legacy and comment on our document the connect's directly to your host! Document and additional references: The Trek Files All episodes and documents: Visit the for behind-the-scenes...
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12-22 Three-Foot Enterprise Model - November 5, 1979
The Trek Files: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast
The story of the once missing, now discovered, three-foot filming model of the USS Enterprise has been all over the news lately, leading Star Trek fans to investigate and speculate. From Gene's desk to an abandoned storage unit, there's more than a 40 year gap. This week, prompted by Gene's memo to get his model back, The Trek Files is happy to shed a little more light on the story. Learn how a few more items found at auction led one Trekspert, David Tilotta, to piece together the Enterprise's journey in front of the holographic lens. Don't miss this revealing bit of Trek history! Document and...
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12-21 "A Man Alone" call sheet - 1992
The Trek Files: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast
Director Paul Lynch returns to The Trek Files to discuss his other first regular episode for the franchise, Deep Space Nine's "A Man Alone." An industry veteran, Lynch dives into the director-actor relationship about bringing the best performances out of the cast. Which DS9 actors were ready on day one? And which ones needed time to settle into their roles? Lynch shares his insights from day one of DS9. Document and additional references: The Trek Files All episodes and documents: Visit the for behind-the-scenes access and exclusive merchandise.
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12-20 "The Naked Now" daily production report - July 6, 1987
The Trek Files: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast
After a TV pilot is carefully produced, the task of creating a regular weekly series can get underway. "The Naked Now" was Star Trek: The Next Generation's first series episode, and The Trek Files is pleased to welcome the episodes' director, Paul Lynch, to discuss his work. Find out what actors required the least direction and who studio executives thought the real "star" of the series was at the time! Document and additional references: The Trek Files All episodes and documents: Visit the for behind-the-scenes access and exclusive merchandise.
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12-19 Star Trek looping - August 15, 1979
The Trek Files: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast
The Trek Files goes back into the world of audio for an in-depth discussion about Star Trek: The Motion Picture. Specifically, the many complexities of character dialogue recording and re-recording are the focus for special guest Mike Matessino who was a post-production supervisor on both of TMP's Director's Editions. A memo from Robert Wise about actor ADR kicks off a discussion about the noisy Enterprise bridge, the changes given to Vulcan subtitles over the years, and much more. Document and additional references: The Trek Files All episodes and documents: Visit the for...
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12-18 The Pirates of Orion storyboards - 1974
The Trek Files: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast
We're celebrating the 50th anniversary of TAS' second season with guest Aaron Harvey, author of "Star Trek: The Official Guide to the Animated Series." In many ways, TAS broke new ground by expanding on what had come from TOS and making the Trek universe a richer place. For the first time, Orion pirates were seen, and they, along with many other TAS creations, have left an indelible mark on the franchise ever since. Dive into the roots of felinoid species, what makes "canon" and more on this week's episode of The Trek Files. Document and additional references: The Trek Files All episodes and...
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12-17 The Front Window of the Enterprise - 1986
The Trek Files: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast
A series of memos from the earliest days of The Next Generation contemplate the scientific advances of the new Enterprise. Specifically, the bridge would undergo a radical redesign to emphasize a more comfortable, thoughtful interaction of the crew. In addition, the special effects advances since the 1960s meant that the views of space could be much more realistic. We welcome back Dr. Barrett Caldwell to help explore the intersection of technology and humanity, where Star Trek gets it right, and where it stretches our imaginations. Document and additional references: The Trek Files All...
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12-16 Dubbing and Scoring Schedule - July 1967
The Trek Files: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast
This week on The Trek Files, we focus our ears on the sounds that make Star Trek. From TOS to the movies, we are pleased to bring you exclusive behind-the-scenes audio clips like you've never heard them before. Those, along with our document from Gene's archive, are illuminated by our special guest Steve Lee, veteran audio expert and "sound wrangler" for film and television. Steve currently archives the industry's work at the . Document and additional references: The Trek Files All episodes and documents: Visit the for behind-the-scenes access and exclusive merchandise.
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12-15 Star Trek V call sheets - 1988
The Trek Files: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast
In October 1988, the Star Trek production team started rolling in Yosemite National Park. We catch up with Dan Madsen, the head of the official fan club, who was in regular contact with director William Shatner and well aware of the anticipation - and anxiety - among fans about the next Trek feature film. We cover everything from Levi's to marshmallows to purple horses on this week's episode of The Trek Files. Document and additional references: The Trek Files All episodes and documents: Visit the for behind-the-scenes access and exclusive merchandise.
info_outlineSecrecy around movies is paramount. In early 1978, the announcement for Star Trek: The Motion Picture had not yet been officially made, but one person close to the production had leaked insider information about the production. Studio executive Jeffrey Katzenberg stepped in with a politely worded, but unambiguous, memo to stop the leaks at their source.
Document and additional references: Star Trek II memo - January 19, 1978
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