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Stage Nine: A Podcast about the People Who Make Star Trek
Stage Nine is a show from Trek.fm that explores the work of Star Trek creatives past, present, and future. Join Mike Schindler and John Mills each week as they look at the people who make Star Trek, and their work both inside and outside of the franchise.Podcasts
78: The Scarlet Bat Symbol
Published: Feb. 20, 2018, 6 a.m.Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes 29 seconds
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77: Cloverfield in Space
Published: Feb. 9, 2018, 4 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes 38 seconds
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76: Cruelty on Display
Published: Feb. 2, 2018, 4 p.m.Duration: 37 minutes 52 seconds
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75: I Need to Eat Some Strudel
Published: Jan. 27, 2018, 2 a.m.Duration: 38 minutes 40 seconds
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74: A Presentation of Presentation
Published: Jan. 19, 2018, 4 p.m.Duration: 48 minutes 48 seconds
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73: It Ain't Show Art
Published: Jan. 15, 2018, 1 a.m.Duration: 54 minutes 24 seconds
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70: A Diamond Bullet to Your Brain
Published: Dec. 24, 2017, 6 a.m.Duration: 42 minutes 25 seconds
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69: You Gotta See This!
Published: Dec. 15, 2017, 7 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 2 minutes 39 seconds
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64: Waiting for Sunday Night
Published: Oct. 20, 2017, 9 p.m.Duration: 33 minutes 32 seconds
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61: Happy Birthday, Star Trek!
Published: Sept. 8, 2017, 9 p.m.Duration: 41 minutes 34 seconds
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57: Khan Experience
Published: Aug. 4, 2017, 8:53 p.m.Duration: 46 minutes 52 seconds The Star Trek Las Vegas convention is many things to many people. For some, it's a chance to hang out with fellow fans from around the world. For others, it's about seeing favorite actors from the franchise. And others still, it's a chance to meet the people responsible for creating Star Trek behind the scenes.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike tells John about his experiences at this year's convention. We discuss the latest news on Star Trek: Discovery, and detail a chance encounter with Ira Steven Behr. In news, we ponder the rumors of a new Khan miniseries in development by Nicholas Meyer.
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Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Disco Klingons (00:01:32)\\xa0
Ira Steven Behr (00:07:12)\\xa0
Meyer on Khan? (00:29:55)\\xa0 \\xa0
Closing (00:39:01)
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Mike Schindler and John Mills
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Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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56: Blues Riff in B
Published: July 28, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 4 minutes 59 seconds Last week at San Diego Comic Con, CBS gave us our largest taste of Star Trek: Discovery yet. While the centerpiece was a new trailer, a lot of behind-the-scenes information was revealed as well.
In this episode of Stage Nine, hosts John Mills and Mike Schindler take a look at all of the Disco news, including the trailer, new directors John Stuart Scott and T.J. Scott, new cast member Wilson Cruz, and new composer Jeff Russo. And in our feature, we discuss short stories from the new book Empower: Mind Over Matter by Disco writers Bo Yeon Kim and Erika Lippoldt.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
The Discovery Trailer (00:04:29)\\xa0
New Discovery Directors (00:15:38)\\xa0
Jeff Russo (00:22:11)\\xa0
Wilson Cruz (00:33:39)\\xa0
Empower (00:44:10)
Closing (00:57:56)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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55: Shenanigans Ensue
Published: July 22, 2017, noonDuration: 33 minutes 44 seconds Kirsten Beyer's Full Circle.
Star Trek: Discovery's writing staff has many Trek veterans from all facets of the franchise. Whether it is the original movies, The Next Generation, or the Kelvin timeline, everything is covered. Even the tie-in novels. In recent years, Kirsten Beyer has taken the reigns on the post-series Voyager books, continuing the story of Janeway and her crew. Now, Beyer is bringing her talents to the screen.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John is joined by Charlynn of Punch It to discuss Beyer's first Voyager novel, Full Circle, and what we can expect her to bring to Discovery.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Kirsten Beyer (00:02:30)\\xa0 \\xa0
Closing (00:25:57)
Host
John Mills
Guest
Charlynn Schmiedt
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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54: Optimistically Fatal
Published: July 7, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 59 minutes 57 seconds Dead Like Me.
Star Trek: Discovery is not the first show which Bryan Fuller departed shortly after its creation. Fuller also left his very first series, Dead Like Me, after only a handful of episodes. And yet, it could be argued that Dead Like Me maintained the essence of Fuller's vision long after he was gone.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike is joined by Sarah of The Talk Film Society to look at Dead Like Me. We discuss what makes it inherently Fuller, what place it has inside the larger Fuller canon, and what that might indicate about Fuller's lasting impact on Discovery. In news, we take a look at a couple new Discovery directors, Jonathan Frakes and, presumably, Doug Aarniokoski.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
News (00:12:38)\\xa0
Dead Like Me (00:29:08)\\xa0 \\xa0
Closing (00:54:54)
Host
Mike Schindler
Guest
Sarah Buck
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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53: LEGO Logic
Published: June 30, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 54 minutes 51 seconds Supergirl: For the Girl Who Has Everything.
Prior to joining the Star Trek: Discovery writing staff, Ted Sullivan worked on another beloved geek property, Supergirl. In the first season of that series, he co-wrote "For the Girl Who Has Everything" with Derek Simon. The episode is an adaptation of a classic Superman comic by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons entitled "For the Man Who Has Everything."
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike is joined by his Commentary Track Stars co-host Max to look at how Sullivan translated Moore\'s comic to the small screen. We discuss the comic and the episode on their own terms, as well as how the adaptation maintains the essence of the source material while modified to work in a different medium. We also ponder what this might tell us about Sullivan\'s approach to writing Star Trek. In news, we briefly discuss Disco\'s new cinematographer, Glen Keenan, and Damon Lindelof\'s upcoming Watchmen TV series.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
News (00:02:22)\\xa0
The Comic (00:05:51)\\xa0
Supergirl (00:18:04)\\xa0
The Episode (00:26:00)
Writing Trek (00:42:30)\\xa0
Closing (00:50:00)
Host
Mike Schindler
Guest
Max Hegel
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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52: Mummy: Impossible
Published: June 16, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 37 minutes 3 seconds The Mummy.
While Alex Kurtzman has co-created Star Trek: Discovery with Bryan Fuller, his primary focus has been directing the first film in Universal's Dark Universe, The Mummy.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike is joined by Lee of Earl Grey to look at Kurtzman's new movie. We discuss our thoughts on the film, what its performance means for the rest of the Dark Universe, and how we feel Kurtzman performed as a director.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
The Mummy (00:01:43)\\xa0
The Dark Universe (00:12:00)\\xa0
Alex Kurtzman (00:19:50)\\xa0
Closing (00:32:36)
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Host
Mike Schindler
Guest
Lee Hutchison
Production
Mike Schindler (Producer/Editor) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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51: When 900 Years Old You Reach
Published: June 10, 2017, 8 a.m.Duration: 49 minutes 42 seconds Wonder Woman.
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Star Trek fans identify Chris Pine as Captain James T. Kirk, the most iconic leading character in the franchise. But in Patty Jenkins' Wonder Woman, Pine takes on the role of sidekick as Captain Steven Trevor.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John take a look at the new DC film. We discuss our thoughts on the movie, Pine's performance, and the DCEU as a whole. In news, we ponder what other Star Trek project Nicholas Meyer could be working on.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Meyer's New Trek (00:01:36)\\xa0
Wonder Woman (00:11:34)\\xa0
Chris Pine (00:22:35)\\xa0
The DCEU (00:31:08)\\xa0
Closing (00:43:40)
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Mike Schindler and John Mills
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Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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50: The Hammer of Justice
Published: June 2, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 35 minutes 41 seconds The Music of Nimoy and Shatner.\\xa0
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Leonard Nimoy and William Shatner are men of many talents. While best known for their work as actors, writers and directors, both Nimoy and Shatner have had musical careers spanning multiple albums.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike take a look at the music of Nimoy and Shatner. We discuss their early work, such as Mr. Spock's Music from Outer Space by Nimoy and The Transformed Man by Shatner, and more critically acclaimed efforts, like The Touch of Leonard Nimoy, and Shatner's masterpiece, Has Been. \\xa0
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Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Lee Rose (00:01:04)\\xa0
The Music of Nimoy and Shatner (00:02:45)\\xa0 \\xa0
Closing (00:29:49)
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John Mills and Mike Schindler
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Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Chris Stenftenagle (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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49: Point P to Point A
Published: May 26, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 51 minutes 43 seconds Alien: Covenant.
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John Logan has contributed his writing to a number of high-profile film franchises (including Star Trek). He has also worked with Ridley Scott on the Best Picture winner, Gladiator. With Alien: Covenant, Logan covers both of these territories.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John are joined by Brandon from Melodic Treks to look at Logan's script for Covenant. We discuss our thoughts on the movie, how it bridges the gap between Prometheus and Alien, and how it echoes the Data/Lore storyline on The Next Generation.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Alien: Covenant (00:01:24)\\xa0
Closing (00:43:21)
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Mike Schindler and John Mills
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Guests
Brandon-Shea Mutala
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Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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48: The Aging Agent
Published: May 19, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 7 minutes 23 seconds Skyfall.
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Star Trek: Nemesis featured that pairing of writer John Logan and director Stuart Baird. While that effort may not have yielded the finest results, the duo would re-team in a uniquely different capacity on the 007 movie, Skyfall. Logan once again wrote the script. But this time around, Baird was not behind the camera, but in the editing room.
In this episode of Stage Nine, hosts John Mills and Mike Schindler take a look at Skyfall. We discuss the similarities to The Wrath of Khan, Baird's skills as an editor, and photography of the movie. In news, Mike reviews the new Ira Steven Behr production, Lucky, and we critique the new trailers for The Orville and Star Trek: Discovery.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Lucky (00:01:07)\\xa0
The Orville (00:13:25)\\xa0
Discovery (00:16:40)\\xa0
Skyfall (00:39:17)\\xa0
Closing (01:01:45)
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John Mills and Mike Schindler
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Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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47: Five Stars on Fire!
Published: May 12, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 39 minutes 30 seconds Any Given Sunday.
While in pre-production on Star Trek: Nemesis, producer Rick Berman teased the involvement of an A-list writer. That writer turned out to be Oscar nominee John Logan. While best known at the time for his contribution to Ridley Scott's Gladiator, Logan's best film is arguably Oliver Stone's Any Given Sunday. The picture stars Al Pacino as a football coach who is at a crossroads when Dennis Quaid, his aging star quarterback, is injured, making way for Jamie Foxx, a talented, yet inexperienced newcomer.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John look at Any Given Sunday. We discuss the visceral experience of watching the film, how the action is structured around Logan's screenplay, and why his work on Nemesis may not have stacked up. In news, we discuss the numerous Star Trek vets working behind the scenes on Seth MacFarlane's new Trek homage, Orville.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
Orville (00:00:42)
Any Given Sunday (00:11:07)
Closing (00:34:59)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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45: He's the Dude
Published: April 28, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 33 minutes 15 seconds Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
News that Jason Isaacs will helm the U.S.S. Discovery in the upcoming Star Trek prequel was welcomed by genre fans who know him best from another beloved franchise, Harry Potter.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John take a look at the first film in which Isaacs portrays the sinister Lucius Malfoy, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. We discuss our thoughts on the film in general, Isaacs' performance in particular, and whether or not the franchise holds up over time. In news, we look at Star Trek: Discovery's editor, Jon Dudkowski.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
Jon Dudkowski (00:00:59)
The Chamber of Secrets (00:04:19)
Closing (00:29:11)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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44: The Citizen Kane of Movies
Published: April 21, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 34 minutes 32 seconds Trek All-Star Team.
Many talented people have worked on Star Trek throughout the years. But who are the best in their respective fields?
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike assemble their Star Trek All-Star teams. We pick our favorite composer, editor, designer, cinematographer, writer, and director from the history of Trek. In news, we discuss Discovery's new cinematographer, Darran Tiernan.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
Darran Tiernan (00:00:42)
All-Star Team (00:02:39)
Closing (00:30:14)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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43: I Don't Want to Believe
Published: April 14, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 34 minutes 22 seconds The Man in the High Castle Pilot.
Star Trek: Discovery's pilot was directed by David Semel, a television veteran who has worked on many shows, including Heroes, House, and of course, Dawson's Creek. But perhaps most notably, he directed the pilot for the hit Amazon series, The Man in the High Castle.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John take a look at that pilot. We discuss the show's unique premise, the cinematic look, and how Semel creates a believable alternate reality. In news, we discuss the casting of Wendy Crewson on Discovery, the non-casting of Michael Dorn, and Discovery's newest director, Akiva Goldsman.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
News (00:00:50)
The Man in the High Castle (00:07:54)
Closing (00:30:10)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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42: Yeah! Mudd's Women is On!
Published: April 7, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 43 minutes 34 seconds
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41: We're All Fox Mulder
Published: March 31, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 35 minutes 25 seconds The Fourth Kind.
Star Trek: Discovery director Olatunde Osunsanmi has developed an impressive filmography as a television directer, having worked on such shows as Bates Motel, Gotham and Falling Skies. But prior to that, Osunsanmi made three feature films, including 2009's The Fourth Kind. The film stars Milla Jovovich as a psychologist in a small town which has experienced a series of alien abductions.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John take a look at The Fourth Kind. We discuss the unique aesthetic, why it doesn't work, and how it might have been improved by a traditional narrative.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
The Fourth Kind (00:00:49)
Closing (00:29:31)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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40: The Smartest Man on the Planet
Published: March 24, 2017, 3 p.m.Duration: 38 minutes 35 seconds New Discovery Cast and Crew.
With Star Trek: Discovery currently in production, news of artists working both behind and in front of the camera has been trickling in.
In this episode, John and Mike take a look at the newest additions to the Star Trek family. We discuss the director of episode 2, Adam Kane, the new producer/director, Olatunde Osunsanmi, and the captain of Discovery, Jason Isaacs.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
New Directors (00:01:00)
Jason Isaacs (00:21:03)
Closing (00:35:25)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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39: 2 Silent 2 Deep
Published: March 10, 2017, 4 p.m.Duration: 33 minutes 8 seconds Run Silent, Run Deep.
Even before he directed Star Trek: The Motion Picture, Robert Wise influenced the franchise with his 1958 film, Run Silent, Run Deep. The submarine movie inspired episodes such as "Balance of Terror," and films such as The Wrath of Khan. It also shares some interesting parallels with The Motion Picture itself.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John discuss Wise\'s 1958 film. We also touch on the Olivier Award nomination for Kemp Powers\' One Night in Miami.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
News (00:00:42)
Run Silent, Run Deep (00:07:24)
Closing (00:26:28)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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38: Raw Nerve Style
Published: March 3, 2017, 4 p.m.Duration: 51 minutes 32 seconds Discovery Director Picks.
Star Trek: Discovery is currently in production, but at this point in time, few of the directors are known. Who would we like to see added to the team?
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike discuss the addition of director Lee Rose to the crew, and give their dream picks for Discovery directors. We discuss both realistic and unrealistic choices.
Who would you like to see direct Discovery?
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
Lee Rose (00:00:39)
Realistic Picks (00:04:53)
Unrealistic Picks (00:35:03)
Closing (00:46:55)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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37: Frakes in its Purest Form
Published: Feb. 24, 2017, 4 p.m.Duration: 35 minutes 9 seconds Clockstoppers.
After making a couple of successful Star Trek films for Paramount, Jonathan Frakes was given the chance to direct an original sci-fi movie, Clockstoppers. The film is a family-friendly action movie about a high school kid who uses the watch his dad invented to slow down time.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John take a look at Frakes' first non-Trek movie. We discuss talented filmmakers directing kids movies, the trend of family-oriented action films, and what Frakes' style looks like outside of a pre-established franchise.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
Clockstoppers (00:01:15)\\xa0
Visual Effects (00:15:20)
Closing (00:30:43)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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36: Two Takes Frakes
Published: Feb. 17, 2017, 6 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 4 minutes 51 seconds Jonathan Frakes.
While Jonathan Frakes is best known for his portrayal of Commander Riker on Star Trek: The Next Generation, his influence on the franchise extends well beyond his acting. As a director, he worked on some of the best episodes of the franchise, including TNG\'s "Cause and Effect" and DS9\'s "Past Tense, Part II," not to mention two of the feature films, First Contact and Insurrection.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike are joined by Star Trek expert Larry Nemecek to discuss Frakes\' work as a director. We look at his directing origins, the qualities which led him to the features, and his work outside of Trek. In news, we cover the latest Discovery casting announcements, and what they tell us about the show.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
Discovery Casting (00:00:41)\\xa0
Jonathan Frakes (00:11:34)
Closing (00:59:23)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Guest
Larry Nemecek
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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35: Canceling the Apocalypse
Published: Feb. 10, 2017, 4 p.m.Duration: 38 minutes 41 seconds Pacific Rim.
The pilot for Star Trek: Discovery is currently shooting in Toronto. A key member of the crew responsible for creating the look of the show is Oscar-winning cinematographer Guillermo Navarro.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John take a look at one of Navarro's movies, Pacific Rim, a film about giant robots fighting giant monsters. We discuss the sure-fire premise, Navarro's cinematography, and what it tells us about the look of Discovery. In news, we ponder the possibility of Jonathan Frakes directing Discovery.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
Frakes on Discovery? (00:00:57)\\xa0
Pacific Rim (00:09:46)
Closing (00:33:40)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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34: What's in The Box?
Published: Feb. 3, 2017, 4 p.m.Duration: 37 minutes 46 seconds Alias: The Box.
Alias was the television series which launched J.J. Abrams into super-stardom. He continues to collaborate with many crewmembers who worked on that show, including Michael Giacchino, Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike take a look at the two-part Alias episode, "The Box," co-written by Jesse Alexander. We discuss the show\'s place in television history, this episode\'s connection to Die Hard, and the performance of guest star Quentin Tarantino.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
Alias (00:05:05)\\xa0
The Box (00:15:45)
Final Thoughts (00:30:23)
Closing (00:31:42)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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33: Monsters in the Gelatin
Published: Jan. 27, 2017, 4 p.m.Duration: 37 minutes 15 seconds New Discovery Writers and Cast.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John take a look at all the news regarding Star Trek: Discovery! As the latest incarnation of the franchise begins production, we discuss the new writers, Ted Sullivan, Bo Yeon Kim and Erika Lippoldt, and the new Sarek, James Frain.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
New Writers (00:00:41)\\xa0
James Frain (00:14:06)
Disco Delay (00:23:17)
Closing (00:32:50)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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32: A-List
Published: Jan. 20, 2017, 4 p.m.Duration: 36 minutes 53 seconds Craig Sweeny & Guillermo Navarro.
As Star Trek: Discovery nears production, new people have been added to the team behind the scenes. Among these are writer/producer Craig Sweeny and Oscar-winning cinematographer Guillermo Navarro.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike take a look at the newest members of the Trek family. We discuss Sweeny's work Limitless and The 4400, and Navarro's work on films such Pacific Rim, Desperado, Jackie Brown, and From Dusk Till Dawn.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)
Craig Sweeny (00:00:39)\\xa0
Guillermo Navarro (00:29:36)
Closing (00:32:13)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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31: I'm Not Made of Stone
Published: Jan. 13, 2017, 4 p.m.Duration: 34 minutes 49 seconds People Like Us.
Alex Kurtzman has written some of the biggest blockbusters in recent years. Whether it's J.J. Abrams' Star Trek or Michael Bay's Transformers, Kurtzman's screenplays play out on an epic canvas. But when it came time for his directorial debut, Kurtzman chose to make a much smaller movie. People Like Us tells the semi-autobiographical story of a man who finds out that he has a half sister, and tries to connect with her.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John look at Kurtzman's directorial debut. We discuss the visual style, which parts of the story work and which don't, and how the film differs from his other work.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
People Like Us (00:00:40)
Closing (00:29:52)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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30: DayGlo Nightmare
Published: Jan. 7, 2017, 7 a.m.Duration: 42 minutes 1 second Batman Forever.
Star Trek: Discovery's newest executive producer is a writer many genre fans are familiar with. Prior to winning an Oscar for A Beautiful Mind, Akiva Glodsman wrote Joel Schumacher's Batman Forever.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike look at the third film in the Tim Burton Batverse. We discuss our original thoughts on the film, how those thoughts have changed over the past twenty years, and what Goldsman brought to the franchise.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Batman Forever (00:01:03)
Does it Hold Up? (00:18:34)
Closing (00:37:04)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)
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29: Body Horror
Published: Dec. 30, 2016, 4 p.m.Duration: 35 minutes 45 seconds Splice.
Star Trek has a history of tackling questions of scientific ethics. This is familiar territory for Discovery's lead director, Vincenzo Natali, who created the 2009 film, Splice. In the film, two scientists, played by Sarah Polley and Adrien Brody, create a human/animal hybrid, and things get out of hand very quickly.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John take a look at Natali's movie. We discuss what worked for us and what didn't, Natali's strong visual style, and the challenges of creating a sci-fi world.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Splice (00:00:40)
Closing (00:30:20)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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28: Watch Out for Commodores
Published: Dec. 23, 2016, 4 p.m.Duration: 32 minutes 1 second Sonequa Martin-Green: The Walking Dead.
Piece by piece, the cast of Star Trek: Discovery is slowly coming together. Recently, the biggest piece of the puzzle was found in Sonequa Martin-Green, who will play the lead in the series.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike discuss addition of Martin-Green to the cast, as well as her work on The Walking Dead. We also touch on the three Klingons that have been cast, Chris Obi, Shazad Latif and Mary Chieffo.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Klingon Casting (00:00:56)
Sonequa Martin-Green (00:09:22)
Closing (00:26:05)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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27: Please God, Let Me See Tomorrow Never Dies
Published: Dec. 17, 2016, 5:45 a.m.Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes 20 seconds
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26: Caught Between Two Worlds - An Interview with Robert Hewitt Wolfe
Published: Dec. 2, 2016, 4 p.m.Duration: 45 minutes 23 seconds Robert Hewitt Wolfe Interview: The Goblin Crown.
Robert Hewitt Wolfe has written some of the very best episodes of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, including "Past Tense," "Homefront," and "Call to Arms." His new novel, The Goblin Crown: Billy Smith and the Goblins, Book 1, is about three American teenagers who find themselves transported to a magical world inhabited by goblins.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike are joined by Wolfe to examine The Goblin Crown. We discuss constructing the fantasy world, the challenges of writing novels versus television, and the social commentary in the book. In news, we discuss the casting of Michelle Yeoh in Star Trek: Discovery.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Michelle Yeoh (00:00:45)
Robert Hewitt Wolfe (00:13:24)
Closing (00:35:47)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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25: Menosky Uncut
Published: Nov. 25, 2016, 5 p.m.Duration: 53 minutes 58 seconds Darmok Commentary.
Before joining the writing staff of Star Trek: Discovery, Joe Menosky wrote 67 episodes of The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, and Voyager. Perhaps the most beloved of those is "Darmok." The episode, from TNG Season 5, is about Picard\'s attempt to communicate with the captain of an alien species which speaks only in metaphor.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John record an audio commentary for "Darmok." We discuss how the episode is representative of Menosky\'s style, how it holds up on repeated viewings, and how awesome Picard\'s new jacket is.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Commentary (00:02:41)
Closing (00:49:03)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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24: Hijinks Ensue
Published: Nov. 18, 2016, 4 p.m.Duration: 38 minutes 40 seconds GCB.
Last month, Bryan Fuller stepped back as showrunner of Star Trek: Discovery, handing off the series to his "Number Ones," Gretchen Berg and Aaron Harberts. But this is not the first writing staff which Berg and Harberts have led. In 2012, the duo executive produced the short-lived ABC series, GCB, a comedy about five women in Dallas high society.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike take a look at GCB. We discuss its similarity to other shows from the era, whether or not it works as satire, and why it failed to find an audience. Mike also relays his first experience riding The Tower of Terror.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
The Tower of Terror (00:00:42)
GCB (00:12:35)
Closing (00:32:48)
Hosts
John MIlls and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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23: Four Guys in a Room
Published: Nov. 11, 2016, 4 p.m.Duration: 32 minutes 39 seconds
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22: Nerds Hold a Grudge
Published: Nov. 4, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 40 minutes 14 seconds Berg, Harberts & Goldsman.
Running Time: 40 minutes 16 seconds
Last week, Bryan Fuller stepped back from his role as showrunner on Star Trek: Discovery. Taking over for him are executive producers Gretchen Berg and Aaron Harberts, who have worked on such shows as Roswell, Pushing Daisies, and GCB. Additionally, it was revealed that writer/producer Akiva Goldsman has joined the team to give support to Berg, Harberts, and the rest of the staff.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike take a look at the various staff changes. We discuss Fuller's reasons for leaving, Berg and Harberts' work thus far, and Goldsman's career as a screenwriter.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Fuller Steps Back (00:01:17)
Berg & Harberts (00:6:17)
Goldsman (00:15:58)
Closing (00:36:18)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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21: Next Level
Published: Oct. 28, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 31 minutes 4 seconds Cube.
Running Time: 31 minutes 6 seconds
Earlier this year, Bryan Fuller revealed that Vincenzo Natali had been hired as producing director of Star Trek: Discovery. In addition to his extensive television credits on shows such as Hannibal and Westworld, Natali has directed a number of feature films.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John conclude their "Shocktober" celebration with a look at Natali\'s first movie, Cube. We discuss the unique premise, how the film utilizes its limited resources to great effect, and how this style could translate to Disco.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Cube (00:02:46)
Nicole DeBoer (00:22:28)
Closing (00:26:12)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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19: Al Caponed
Published: Oct. 14, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 35 minutes 56 seconds Green Room.
Running Time: 35 minutes 58 seconds
One of the most critically acclaimed movies of 2016 is Jeremy Saulnier\'s Green Room. The picture stars not one, but two Star Trek actors from different incarnations of the franchise. Anton Yelchin and Patrick Stewart face off of in this thriller about a small-time punk band which is held hostage in the green room of a club run by white supremacists.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John continue their "Shocktober" celebration by looking at Green Room. We discuss our thoughts on the movie, the realistic portrayal of violence, and Yelchin and Stewart\'s performances. In news, we discuss the release of Kemp Power\'s script for One Night in Miami....
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
One Night in Miami... (00:00:50)
Green Room (00:04:36)
The Performances (00:20:16)
Closing (00:31:05)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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16: Pibb Mythology
Published: Sept. 23, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 47 minutes 56 seconds American Dad! 2x12 Commentary.
Running Time: 47 minutes 59 seconds
On Episode 13 of Stage Nine, Mike revealed his love for Mr. Pibb. This sparked much debate online. John and Mike thought it best to continue the conversation by taking a look at the Mr. Pibb episode of Enterprise actor Seth MacFarlane\'s American Dad!
In this episode what starts off as an audio commentary for American Dad! 2x12, "A.T.: The Abusive Terrestrial," quickly morphs into a trip down memory lane as Mike reveals the unknown history of Mr. Pibb, and why he loves it. Along the way, we discuss the historical accuracy of the episode, the real-world events leading up to the death of Mr. Pibb, and how Seth MacFarlane\'s love of Star Trek influences his work. In news, we discuss how the delay of Discovery is not really a bad thing.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Discovery\'s Delay (00:01:03)
American Dad! Commentary (00:10:16)
Closing (00:43:34)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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15: The One Where They Turn Into Kids
Published: Sept. 16, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 27 minutes 7 seconds
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14: Breaking the Fifth Wall
Published: Sept. 10, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 42 minutes 46 seconds Ocean\'s Eleven.
Running Time: 42 minutes 49 seconds
Six years before writing the first episode of Star Trek ("The Man Trap"), George Clayton Johnson was part of the team that helped to bring the original Ocean\'s Eleven to the big screen. Lewis Milestone\'s Rat Pack movie, starring Frank Sinatra, spawned a remake in 2001. That remake, directed by Steven Soderbergh and starring George Clooney. That remake led to two sequels, as well as Ocean\'s Ocho, an upcoming film directed by Gary Ross and starring Sandra Bullock.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike continue their fiftieth anniversary celebration of Star Trek by looking at the other franchise that Johnson originated. We discuss the problems with the original, how the remake fixed them, whether or not the sequels are any good, and what we can expect to see in the spinoff. In news, we discuss the hiring of David Mack and Mike Johnson to help in the creation of a Discovery expanded universe.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Ocean\'s Eleven (00:10:09)
The Remake (00:15:08)
Ocean\'s Twelve (00:22:20)
Ocean\'s Thirteen (00:29:35)
Ocean\'s Ocho (00:33:21)
Closing (00:38:09)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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Supplemental 1: The Infield Fly Rule
Published: Sept. 8, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 53 minutes 36 seconds Bryan Fuller.
Running Time: 53 minutes 40 seconds
On September 8, 1966, the first episode of Gene Roddenberry\\u2019s Star Trek aired in the United States. 50 years and 729 episodes later, countless people have worked to bring their interpretation of Roddenberry\\u2019s vision to the screen. Next year, it\\u2019s Bryan Fuller\\u2019s turn.
In this special 50th anniversary episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John take a Commentary: Trek Stars-style look at Fuller\\u2019s career, examining each of his television pilots. We discuss his work on Dead Like Me, Wonderfalls, The Amazing Screw-On Head, Pushing Daisies, Mockingbird Lane, and Hannibal. We also look ahead at his next two pilots, American Gods and Star Trek: Discovery.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Dead Like Me (00:02:39)
Wonderfalls (00:08:40)
The Amazing Screw-On Head (00:16:21)
Pushing Daisies (00:19:54)
Mockingbird Lane (00:28:45)
Hannibal (00:34:01)
Conclusion (00:38:10)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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13: Nectar of the Gods
Published: Aug. 26, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 58 minutes 11 seconds Taylor Sheridan\'s Sicario and Hell or High Water.
Running Time: 58 minutes 15 seconds
Star Trek fans know Taylor Sheridan as the actor who portrayed the character of Jareb in the Enterprise episode, "Chosen Realm." But Sheridan has since gone on to become a successful screenwriter. His first to movies, Sicario and Hell or High Water, make up the first two parts of his American Frontier trilogy, with the final installment, Wind River, due out in 2017.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike is joined by Marcelo Pico of The Talk Film Society to look at Sicario and Hell or High Water. We discuss Sheridan\'s transition from acting to writing, give our thoughts on the two films individually, and try to find what connects them thematically. We also debate the merits of Mr. Pibb and Dr. Pepper. In news, we preview Nicholas Meyer\'s appearance at the Star Trek convention in New York over Labor Day weekend.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
News (00:04:56)
Taylor Sheridan (00:13:48)
Sicario (00:16:52)
Hell or High Water (00:25:12)
The American Frontier Trilogy (00:41:15)
Closing (00:49:04)
Host
Mike Schindler
Guest
Marcelo Pico
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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12: The Kyrian Tim Russ
Published: Aug. 19, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 11 minutes 17 seconds Living Witness Commentary
Running Time: 1 hour 11 minutes 22 seconds
Perhaps the most acclaimed episode of Star Trek: Voyager to be written by Bryan Fuller is season four\'s "Living Witness." Co-written with Brannon Braga and fellow Star Trek: Discovery writer Joe Menosky, the episode tells the story of two alien cultures who resurrect the Doctor 700 years post Voyager in an attempt to piece together the cause of their centuries-old conflict.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike provide an audio commentary for "Living Witness." We discuss the unique premise, the use of the Doctor as an almost secondary character, and how the themes apply to today. In news, we discuss how Discovery\'s setting may impact casting, and also look at Discovery\'s visual effects producer, William Powloski.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
News (00:01:04)
Commentary (00:11:27)
Closing (01:02:21)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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11: DS9 Rules
Published: Aug. 12, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 44 minutes 1 second STLV and Optional Canon.
Running Time: 44 minutes 4 seconds
Over the past fifty years, Star Trek has developed a dense mythology. But at the same time, it has always tried to produce episodes and movies which stand on their own.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John is joined by Lee Hutchison of The Nerd Party to discuss the concept of optional canon. We discuss whether or not some installments are designed to both with and without the previous one, and how that applies in particular to Star Trek Beyond.
In news, Mike is joined by Adam Drosin of Saturday Morning Trek to recap the events of the 50th anniversary convention in Las Vegas. We discuss panels featuring Brannon Braga, Ronald D. Moore and Naren Shankar, and Mike shares his experience at the Ira Steven Behr photo op.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
STLV (00:01:17)
Optional Canon (00:19:09)
Closing (00:40:02)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Guests
Adam Drosin and Lee Hutchison
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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10: I Had That Conversation
Published: Aug. 5, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 53 minutes 8 seconds Star Trek 14 Director Picks.
Even before the release of Star Trek Beyond, Paramount announced that there will be a fourth Star Trek movie set in the Kelvin Timeline. Chris Hemsworth is set to co-star, with a script by Patrick McKay and J.D. Payne. But who will direct?
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike give their picks for the director of Star Trek 14. We discuss who are dream choice would be, who are realistic choice would be, and who we think will actually get the job. In news, we discuss Fil Eisler's music for the Star Trek: Discovery trailer, and the casting of Rihanna as Marion Crane in The Bates Motel.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
Fil Eisler's Discovery Trailer Music (00:00:50)
Rihanna on The Bates Motel\\xa0 (00:06:17)
Star Trek 14 Directors (00:16:13)
Dream Picks (00:18:35)
Realistic Picks (00:30:58)
Predictions (00:34:57)
Closing (00:42:32)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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9: Lin Needs to Be Lin
Published: July 29, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 16 minutes 6 seconds Star Trek Beyond.
Running Time: 1 hour 16 minutes 12 seconds
For over two years now, Mike and John have spent countless hours studying the filmmakers involved with the creation of Star Trek Beyond. After all this time, the wait is over.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John review the latest adventure in the franchise, Star Trek Beyond. We discuss our thoughts on the movie, and the contributions of director Justin Lin, writers Simon Pegg and Doug Jung, and producer J.J. Abrams. In news, we discuss the hiring Patrick McKay and J.D. Payne as the writers of Star Trek 14, look at the design influences of Ralph McQuarrie on the U.S.S. Discovery, and profile the director of Star Trek: Discovery's pilot, David Semel.
Chapters
Introduction (00:00:00)
Star Trek Beyond (00:01:31)
Lin's Direction (00:20:41)
Pegg & Jung's Script (00:27:50)
Abrams' Production (00:33:59)
Star Trek 14 News (00:37:20)
Discovery News (00:41:55)
Closing (01:07:53)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager)
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8: Star Trek 4Ever
Published: July 22, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 47 minutes 17 seconds Top 3 Movie Directors.
Running Time: 47 minutes 21 seconds
Not counting Star Trek Beyond's Justin Lin, there is an elite club of only 8 people who have directed Star Trek movies. But who are the best of the best?
In this episode of Commentary: Trek Stars, John and Mike reveal their picks for the top 3 Star Trek movie directors. In news, we discuss the casting of Chris Hemsworth in the fourteenth Star Trek movie.
Chapters
Introduction (00:00:00)
Star Trek 14 News (00:03:21)
Top 3 Movie Directors (00:17:01)
Closing (00:41:49)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
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7: Cloverfield Too
Published: July 15, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 43 minutes 28 seconds 10 Cloverfield Lane.
Running Time: 43 minutes 31 seconds
J.J. Abrams productions are known for their secrecy. But earlier this year, Abrams took the element of surprise to another level with announcement of a sequel to Cloverfield mere months before the film's release. In a world of instant internet journalism, Dan Trachtenberg's 10 Cloverfield Lane came virtually out of nowhere to surprise everyone.
The film stars Mary Elizabeth Winstead and John Goodman as two people living in an underground fallout shelter after a cataclysmic event of unknown cause. Abrams produced the film along with fellow Star Trek Beyond producer Lindsey Weber.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John take a look at the latest Bad Robot movie. We discuss the unique setup, how it differs from the original Cloverfield, and what makes it a classic Bad Robot production. In News, we preview what to expect from the Star Trek panel at next week's San Diego Comic Con.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
San Diego Comic Con (00:00:45)
10 Cloverfield Lane (00:14:43)
Closing (00:39:08)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
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6: Frontier Mentality
Published: July 8, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 44 seconds Star Trek: Final Frontier with Dave Rossi.
Running Time: 1 hour 49 seconds
The cancellation of Star Trek: Enterprise left a void in the franchise for the first time in nearly two decades. With the future uncertain, Dave Rossi, Doug Mirabello, and Jose Munoz joined forces to develop an animated series entitled Star Trek: Final Frontier. Unfortunately, the series became a victim of the split between Paramount and CBS.
In this episode of Stage Nine, John and Mike are joined by Final Frontier co-creator and Enterprise producer Dave Rossi to take a closer look at the planned series. We discuss Dave's time working on Star Trek, the development of the pitch, and break down what the series would have been. In News, John and Mike discuss Rihanna's new song, Sledgehammer, off of the Star Trek Beyond soundtrack.
Chapters
Introduction (00:00:00)\\xa0
Rihanna (00:01:04)
Dave Rossi (00:13:16)
The Final Frontier (00:20:35)
The Pitch (00:30:34)
What Happened? (00:46:57)
Closing (00:55:08)
Hosts
John Mills and Mike Schindler
Guest
Dave Rossi
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
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5: The Citizen Kane of Star Trek
Published: July 1, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 43 minutes 10 seconds The City on the Edge of Forever.
Running Time: 43 minutes 12 seconds
The City on the Edge of Forever is considered by many to be the best episode of the Star Trek, the original series. It is universally praised by virtually all but one person, the writer, Harlan Ellison.
In this episode of Stage Nine, Mike and John look at Skyboat Media's new full-cast audio book version Ellison's original teleplay for The City on the Edge of Forever. We discuss how this version differs from the one that aired, the effectiveness of telling the story in this medium, and the included essays which highlight the controversy surrounding the episode. In News, we discuss the addition of Vincenzo Natali as producing director on the new Star Trek series.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
The Saturn Awards (00:00:59)
Vincenzo Natali (00:09:39)
The City on the Edge of Forever (00:20:56)
The Essays (00:29:36)
Closing (00:37:30)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
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4: The Robin of Star Trek
Published: June 24, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 37 minutes 57 seconds
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3: Love Denied, Love Betrayed, Love Avenged
Published: June 17, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 48 minutes 12 seconds Midnight Rider with David Mack.
Running Time: 51 minutes 33 seconds
Star Trek writer David Mack has written two short stories released within the span of weeks. In episode 2 of Stage Nine, Mike and John spoke to Mack about "Our Possible Pasts," the story he wrote for the book 2113: Stories Inspired by the Music of Rush. In this episode, Mack tells about his other story, "Midnight Rider," which can be found in Out of Tune, Book 2. We discuss the ballad which inspired the story, the choice of setting, and the challenges and benefits of working in the short format. In news, we give our thoughts on the trailer for Star Trek Beyond.
Chapters
Intro (00:00:00)\\xa0
The Beyond Trailer (00:01:06)
David Mack (00:13:06)
Midnight Rider (00:17:01)
The Short Form (00:30:34)
Closing (00:41:25)
Hosts
Mike Schindler and John Mills
Guest
David Mack
Production
Mike Schindler (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager)
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2: Taking it on Faith
Published: June 10, 2016, 3 p.m.Duration: 51 minutes 29 seconds
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1: Fuller's Eleven
Published: June 3, 2016, 11:25 a.m.Duration: 51 minutes 47 seconds
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