Production documents from two Star Trek: The Next Generation episodes introduce us this week's special guest: Adam Nimoy. Discussing his on-set education on the Trek films and his transition to television director, Adam gives us an inside look behind-the-scenes. See the documents: facebook.com/thetrekfiles Visit Dr. Trek - larrynemecek.com Visit the Trekland shop

The Trek Files: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast

7-13 Timescape call sheet - April 1993

This week on The Trek Files, we return to the archival mail bag to sample some of the letters Gene Roddenberry ("Mr. Trek") was receiving in 1975. From the requests for props, plans and insider information to the insights hiding between the lines. Mission Log's John Champion joins Larry for our seasonal look at some of Star Trek's most ardent supporters. See the documents: facebook.com/thetrekfiles Visit Dr. Trek - larrynemecek.com

7-12 Star Trek fan letters - 1975

Go inside production of Star Trek TOS with another visit from director Ralph Senensky. At 98 years old, Ralph sat down with host Larry Nemecek to discuss his work on the series. This time: details of Ralph's work on classic episodes "Metamorphosis" and "Bread and Circuses." See the documents: facebook.com/thetrekfiles

7-11 Star Trek director memos - 1967

There were cast changes for the second season of Star Trek: The Next Generation, and that meant a new writer/director guide to explain the crew dynamics. The Trek Files welcomes back Susan Sackett, Gene Roddenberry's longtime assistant, to offer insight into those early production days of TNG. See the documents: facebook.com/thetrekfiles

7-10 Star Trek: The Next Generation Writers Guide - Season 2

Starlog magazine profiled Gene Roddenberry in July 1986 to discuss the Star Trek movies and TV legacy. We are joined by Ian Spelling, author of that piece as well as former editor of startrek.com and co-author of Star Trek: A Celebration. Read the documents: facebook.com.thetrekfiles  

7-9 Homeward Bound - Starlog, July 1986

It's a constant in the TV business: the collision of production and promotion. On at least one occasion in 1967, Herb Solow complained to Bob Justman that that local promos were taking up production resources on Star Trek. Our guest, John Wentworth, reminds us that even decades later it was a familiar refrain. See the documents: facebook.com/thetrekfiles

7-8 Local promo shoots - July 12, 1967

And early script draft for Star Trek IV: The Adventure Continues draws pointed critique in Gene Roddenberry's office. The Trek Files is joined by the author of the memo, Susan Sackett, to describe Gene's challenges with the film. See the documents: facebook.com/thetrekfiles

7-7 Star Trek IV comments - December 9, 1985

There are a few ways to gauge the popularity of a TV show, and fan mail, by volume, is one important factor. Former Paramount executive John Wentworth stops by The Trek Files to explain some of Star Trek's audience appeal and share insights about his time with the show's producers. See the documents: Facebook.com/TheTrekFiles

7-06 Star Trek vs The Monkees - 1967

As we approach the centennial of Gene Roddenberry's birth, Larry Nemecek recounts the story of his only meeting with the Great Bird himself on August 15, 1989. It's a post-STLV episode, and we will return to our regular format next week. Trek well, everybody! See the documents archive: facebook.com/thetrekfiles

Meeting Gene Roddenberry - August 15, 1989

In the second part of Larry Nemecek's interview with Ralph Senensky, the conversation focuses on Ralph's departure from the series with the third season episode "The Tholian Web." From Gene Roddenberry's files, find the deal memo that brought Herb Wallerstein on board and the DGA to determine who got the credit. See the documents: facebook.com/thetrekfiles

7-5 Ralph Senensky - The Tholian Web

Special guest Steven Lance returns to The Trek Files to share his experiences as MC at Star Trek conventions in the 1970s. Hear about the origin of "Heash" and the special friendships that led to Steve's career and time on set with Star Trek legends. See the documents: facebook.com/thetrekfiles

7-04 Star Trek Conventions - 1975 - 1976

The famous "rec deck" scene in Star Trek: The Motion Picture was filmed in October 1978 and featured hundreds of friends and fans who had supported the journey from small screen to big screen. Actor/host/writer Steven Lance was among those on set that day and tells the personal story how James Doohan got him there! Se the documents: facebook.com/thetrekfiles

Star Trek: The Motion Picture call sheets - October 1978

Gene Roddenberry's longtime executive assistant Susan Sackett joins The Trek Files to discuss two documents a decade apart. First up, the gritty details of the Star Trek office and who is responsible for what expenditures. Then it's onto the early days of The Next Generation when the groundwork was being laid for the new series - over lunch, of course. See the documents: facebook.com/thetrekfiles

7-02 Business affairs 1975 and lunch notes 1986

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. Follow The Trek Files Se the documents at Facebook.com/TheTrekFiles

7-01 Ralph Senensky

Three years before Star Trek: The Motion Picture, a fan surveyed hundreds of other Star Trek fans to get a look at their hopes and expectations for the franchise's next phase. To close season six of The Trek Files, Larry welcomes back John Champion to discuss the clues about the first wave of fandom and their unique relationship to the creative forces behind their favorite show. See the documents: facebook.com/thetrekfiles

6-24 Star Trek motion picture poll - 1976

Your weekly deep-dive into the archives of Roddenberry Entertainment, from the personal files of Gene Roddenberry. Each week, “Dr. Trek” himself, Larry Nemecek, and his guest host will take a behind-the-scenes look at documents that haven’t been viewed in decades—many being revealed publicly for the very first time!

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The Trek Files: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast

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