Tue, 19 June 2018
"Suspicions" Commentary. Dr. Beverly Crusher has an interest in a new shielding technology developed by a Ferengi scientist and convenes a demonstration for other scientists aboard the Enterprise-D. However, what starts as an exchange of information turns into a murder mystery in the episode "Suspicions." In this episode of Earl Grey, hosts Justin Oser and Richard Marquez are joined by special guest Patrick Devlin of Warp Five and The Edge to provide a commentary for the episode "Suspicions" from season six of The Next Generation. They discuss Beverly Crusher, metaphasic shielding, the unusual Takaran species, shuttle carpeting, and much more. Chapters Intro (00:00:00) Patrick's Thoughts on Beverly Crusher (00:02:40) Commentary (00:05:01) Final Thoughts (00:49:00) Closing (00:55:50) Runtime: 59 minutes 50 seconds Hosts Richard Marquez, Justin Oser, Amy Nelson Production Justin Oser (Editor and Producer) Richard Marquez (Producer) Amy Nelson (Producer) Tony Robinson (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Michael E Hueter (Associate Producer) Thomas Appel (Associate Producer) Justin Oser (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Tony Robinson (Show Art) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) |
Tue, 12 June 2018
Fathers on TNG. The characters on The Next Generation, whether regular characters or guest stars are shaped by the important people in their lives, including their parents. On the show, we see a number of different fathers. Their interactions with their children and the crew help to reveal important aspects of their lives that we might not otherwise see and of parenting in the 24th century. In this episode of Earl Grey, hosts Richard Marquez, Amy Nelson, and Justin Oser take the opportunity as Father's Day approaches in the United States to discuss the important fathers on The Next Generation and the impact that they have on their children and the show. The characters discussed are Kyle Riker, Data, Noonian Soong, Worf, Sergey Rozhenko, Ian Troi, Edward La Forge, Jack Crusher, and Gul Madred. Chapters Intro (00:00:00) Listener Feedback (00:02:22) Kyle Riker (00:07:30) Data (00:21:37) Noonian Soong (00:28:51) Worf (00:34:17) Sergey Rozhenko (00:47:24) Ian Troi (00:49:13) Edward La Forge (00:51:30) Jack Crusher (00:53:33) Gul Madred (00:57:52) Final Thoughts (01:07:06) Closing (01:17:42) Runtime: 1 hour 22 minutes 13 seconds Hosts Richard Marquez, Justin Oser, Amy Nelson Production Justin Oser (Editor and Producer) Richard Marquez (Producer) Amy Nelson (Producer) Tony Robinson (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Michael E Hueter (Associate Producer) Thomas Appel (Associate Producer) Justin Oser (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Tony Robinson (Show Art) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) |
Tue, 5 June 2018
The Next Generation has a mostly episodic format, but over the course of the show and the movies, there are many great character moments. Those moments, both great and small, can enhance our experience of the show and lead to a new understanding of both regular and recurring characters. In this episode of Earl Grey, hosts Amy Nelson, Richard Marquez, and Justin Oser list their three favorite character moments from season five. Each host discusses why their chosen moments are important to them and to the development of characters on The Next Generation. Favorite character moments is a series that will cover all seven seasons and the four movies of The Next Generation. Chapters Intro (00:01:19) Babel Conference Feedback (00:02:07) First Pick (00:06:12) Second Pick (00:22:12) Third Pick (00:45:40) Honorable Mentions (01:02:20) Final Thoughts (01:13:15) Runtime: 1 hour 26 minutes 28 seconds Hosts Richard Marquez, Justin Oser, Amy Nelson Production Richard Marquez (Editor and Producer) Justin Oser (Producer) Amy Nelson (Producer) Tony Robinson (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Michael E Hueter (Associate Producer) Thomas Appel (Associate Producer) Justin Oser (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Tony Robinson (Show Art) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) |
Tue, 22 May 2018
"The Wounded" In the season four The Next Generation episode "The Wounded," we're introduced to the Cardassians, a species that has until recently been at war with the Federation and which will become very important in Deep Space Nine. Captain Benjamin Maxwell of the Phoenix has ordered his ship to carry out attacks inside Cardassian space and the Enterprise-D, along with Cardassian military observers on board the ship, pursue the Phoenix. We also learn more about Chief O'Brien's background and his involvement in the Cardassian War as he tries to deal with what he went through during a traumatic time. In this episode of Earl Grey, hosts Richard Marquez, Amy Nelson, and Justin Oser discuss the powerful and important episode "The Wounded." We talk about our thoughts on the look of the Cardassian ships, uniforms, and the Cardassians themselves, O'Brien's struggle with his feelings toward a former enemy, and whether Maxwell is more motivated by exposing what the Cardassians are doing or by what happened to his family. We also discuss the theme of racism in the episode and what we learn about Picard's history and his diplomatic skills. Chapters Introduction (00:01:23) Babel Conference Feedback (00:02:07) The Wounded (00:06:56) Three Points of View (00:10:45) O’Brien (00:17:26) Diplomat (00:24:22) Maxwell Coming to Peace (00:31:12) Maxwell’s Mindset (00:40:39) Picard (00:45:41) Racism (00:52:12) Random Thoughts (01:10:50) Final Thoughts (01:13:46) Runtime: 1 hour 24 minutes 7 seconds Hosts Richard Marquez, Justin Oser, Amy Nelson Production Richard Marquez (Editor and Producer) Justin Oser (Producer) Amy Nelson (Producer) Tony Robinson (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Michael E Hueter (Associate Producer) Thomas Appel (Associate Producer) Justin Oser (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Tony Robinson (Show Art) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) |
Tue, 15 May 2018
The Final Frontier vs. Nemesis. Trek Madness is back by popular demand and here we bring you the second part of Trek Movie Madness! Join the crews of Standard Orbit and Earl Grey as we debate the generally accepted worst of the TOS and TNG movies: The Final Frontier vs. Nemesis! Most Trek fans would agree that these two films are the worst of their respective film franchises, so how does do these two movies measure up against each other? In this episode of Earl Grey, join Amy Nelson, Zach Moore, Justin Oser, Ken Tripp, Richard Marquez, and Hayley Stoddart as we discuss both what we like and what we don't like about The Final Frontier and Nemesis. Enjoy part one on Standard Orbit 221, which released on Monday, May 14 and enjoy the conclusion of Trek Movie Madness on Earl Grey! Chapters Intro (00:00:00) Welcome, Ken, Zach, and Hayley! (00:01:48) Initial Thoughts (00:03:20) What we love about Nemesis (00:12:59) What we love about The Final Frontier (00:21:58) The Stories (00:29:40) Missed Opportunities (00:49:56) Other Thoughts on the Movies (01:02:09) Which is Worse/Final Thoughts (00:58:52) Closing (01:42:08) Runtime: 1 hour 46 minutes 30 seconds Hosts Richard Marquez, Justin Oser, Amy Nelson Guests Ken Tripp, Zach Moore, Hayley Stoddart Production Justin Oser (Editor and Producer) Richard Marquez (Producer) Amy Nelson (Producer) Tony Robinson (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Michael E Hueter (Associate Producer) Thomas Appel (Associate Producer) Justin Oser (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Tony Robinson (Show Art) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) |
Tue, 8 May 2018
Mothers on TNG. The characters on The Next Generation, whether regular characters or guest stars are shaped by the important people in their lives, including their parents. On the show, we see a number of different mothers and mother figures. Their interactions with their children and the crew help to reveal important aspects of their lives that we might not otherwise see and of parenting in the 24th century. In this episode of Earl Grey, hosts Richard Marquez, Amy Nelson, and Justin Oser take the opportunity as Mother's Day approaches in the United States to discuss the important mothers on The Next Generation and the impact that they have on their children and the show. The characters discussed are Lwaxana Troi, Deanna Troi, Beverly Crusher, Helena Rozhenko, Julianna Tainer, K’Ehleyr, Keiko O'Brien, Silva La Forge, and Guinan. Chapters Intro (00:01:14) Babel Conference Comments (00:02:05) Lwaxana Troi (00:13:23) Deanna Troi (00:23:51) Beverly Crusher (00:30:21) Helena Rozhenko (00:38:58) K’Ehleyr (00:45:45) Julianna Tainer (00:53:47) Keiko O'Brien (00:58:52) Silva La Forge (01:02:38) Guinan (01:08:13) Closing (01:20:47) Runtime: 1 hour 27 minutes 36 seconds Hosts Richard Marquez, Justin Oser, Amy Nelson Production Richard Marquez (Editor and Producer) Justin Oser (Producer) Amy Nelson (Producer) Tony Robinson (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Michael E Hueter (Associate Producer) Thomas Appel (Associate Producer) Justin Oser (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Tony Robinson (Show Art) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) |
Tue, 1 May 2018
The Lost Episodes, Part I. There are many scripts, script outlines, and episode and movie concepts that never made it onto the screen on The Next Generation. These lost episodes can provide a fascinating window into what might have been, what characters and concepts ended up being modified and used later, and into the behind-the-scenes writing process. In this episode of Earl Grey, hosts Richard Marquez, Amy Nelson, and Justin Oser discuss two never-produced episodes of season one of The Next Generation. The script outlines discussed are "The Bonding" (featuring a different concept than the season 3 episode of the same name) and "Terminus." The Lost Episodes is a continuing series that will cover many unfilmed episodes and movie concepts over the course of the seven seasons and four movies of The Next Generation. Chapters Introduction (00:00:00) Feedback from The Babel Conference (00:01:45) Lost Episodes Concept (00:06:58) "The Bonding" (00:09:03) "Terminus" (00:31:01) Final Thoughts (00:49:24) Closing (00:56:15) Runtime: 1 hour 1 second Hosts Richard Marquez, Justin Oser, Amy Nelson Production Justin Oser (Editor and Producer) Richard Marquez (Producer) Amy Nelson (Producer) Tony Robinson (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Michael E Hueter (Associate Producer) Thomas Appel (Associate Producer) Justin Oser (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Tony Robinson (Show Art) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) |
Tue, 24 April 2018
Romantic Relationships on TNG, Part 2. There are many romantic relationships on The Next Generation - some of them lasting only an episode and others spanning many episodes. Whether fleeting or long-lasting, romance on The Next Generation can reveal additional dimensions to the characters and show them in a different light. In this episode of Earl Grey, hosts Richard Marquez, Amy Nelson, and Justin Oser talk about more relationships on TNG as they discuss a selection of important romances on The Next Generation (part 1 of the discussion was on Earl Grey 215). The relationships discussed are Geordi and Leah Brahms, Geordi and Aquiel, Data and Yar, Data and the Borg Queen, Data and Jenna D'Sora, Miles and Keiko, Beverly Crusher and Odan, and Riker and Soren. Chapters Introduction (00:01:21) Feedback from Babel Conference (00:06:26) Romantic Relationships Intro (00:11:30) Geordi and Leah (00:12:00) Geordi and Aquiel (00:29:20) Data and Yar (00:34:00) Data and Borg Queen (00:37:44) Data and D’Sora (00:45:22) O’Brien and Keiko (00:52:43) Crusher and Odan (00:59:00) Riker Soren (01:07:00) Closing (01:22:25) Runtime: 1 hour 28 minutes 35 seconds Hosts Richard Marquez, Justin Oser, Amy Nelson Production Richard Marquez (Editor and Producer) Justin Oser (Producer) Amy Nelson (Producer) Tony Robinson (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Michael E Hueter (Associate Producer) Thomas Appel (Associate Producer) Justin Oser (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Tony Robinson (Show Art) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) |
Tue, 17 April 2018
Favorite Character Moments Season 4. The Next Generation has a mostly episodic format, but over the course of the show and the movies, there are many great character moments. Those moments, both great and small, can enhance our experience of the show and lead to a new understanding of both regular and recurring characters. In this episode of Earl Grey, hosts Amy Nelson, Richard Marquez, and Justin Oser list their three favorite character moments from season four. Each host discusses why their chosen moments are important to them and to the development of characters on The Next Generation. Favorite character moments is a series that will cover all seven seasons and the four movies of The Next Generation. Chapters Intro (00:00:00) Babel Conference Feedback (00:02:28) First Picks (00:08:22) Second Picks (00:17:22) Third Picks (00:30:40) Honorable Mentions (00:43:05) Final Thoughts (01:00:50) Closing (01:07:24) Runtime: 1 hour 12 minutes 37 seconds Hosts Richard Marquez, Justin Oser, Amy Nelson Production Justin Oser (Editor and Producer) Richard Marquez (Producer) Amy Nelson (Producer) Tony Robinson (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Michael E Hueter (Associate Producer) Thomas Appel (Associate Producer) Justin Oser (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Tony Robinson (Show Art) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) |
Tue, 10 April 2018
"Schisms." Insomnia. Disturbing memories. Mysterious disappearances. Creepy aliens. The sixth season episode "Schisms" is a frightening hour of television that taps into the fear of being abducted for experimentation by aliens that we're unable to understand. In this episode of Earl Grey, hosts Amy Nelson and Justin Oser are joined by guest Clara Cook of Primitive Culture to discuss both the scary and the surprisingly funny parts of the episode "Schisms." From Riker's insomnia and bedhead to the creepy holodeck scene to alien clicking sounds to Data's hilariously dry poetry, we talk about what intrigues us about the episode and the many questions that it brings up. Chapters Intro (00:01:13) Babel Conference Feedback (00:02:18) Clara Intro (00:05:42) Schisms (00:08:30) Troy’s Suggestion? (00:13:20) Subspace Messages (00:25:00) Data Poetry (00:28:30) Secondary Characters (00:42:10) The Ending (00:48:50) Pillow Talk (00:56:48) Final Thoughts (00:58:43) Closing (01:02:41) Runtime 1 hour 8 minutes 40 seconds
Hosts Amy Nelson, Justin Oser Guest Clara Cook Production Richard Marquez (Editor and Producer) Justin Oser (Producer) Amy Nelson (Producer) Tony Robinson (Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Ken Tripp (Executive Producer) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Michael E Hueter (Associate Producer) Thomas Appel (Associate Producer) Justin Oser (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Tony Robinson (Show Art) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager) |
