Fri, 28 April 2017
In this episode of the official Axanar Podcast, hosts Alec Peters and Robert Meyer Burnett report from the National Association of Broadcasters Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada. They talk about Other World Computing's new drive technology that was showcased at the convention, the upcoming move of the Axanar studios, as well as discussing sound design with Mark Edward Lewis, director of the Star Trek fan film "Mind Sifter," and sound designer for Prelude to Axanar. |
Sun, 11 September 2016
David Gerrold talks Star Trek Beyond. Star Trek fans eagerly awaited the release of the newest film with a mix of excitement and concern. After such widespread disappointment surrounded Into Darkness, how would the franchise be honored and portrayed in the year of its fiftieth anniversary? An initial trailer featuring music by The Beastie Boys was met with much hostility, and a few plot leaks created controversy in the fan community. In this episode of the official Axanar podcast, Alec Peters sits down with David Gerrold, author of the classic episodes "The Trouble With Tribbles" and "The Cloud Minders," to talk about their opinions of Star Trek Beyond, the revelation about Sulu's sexuality, and how the character stories changed between the TV show and the movies. They discuss upcoming show, Star Trek: Discovery, and how they feel Star Trek films should have smaller budgets. Plus, in news, Alec and Rob talk about Beyond and Discovery, and point out a few of their nitpicks about the movie. Chapters Hosts Guest Production |
Tue, 31 May 2016
The Making of the FASA Role Playing Game. The story of Axanar was born of the role-playing game published by the FASA Corporation between 1982 and 1989. Many elements of the game have influenced later Star Trek, particularly John M. Ford’s supplement, The Klingons, published in 1983. But it was 1986’s Four Years War sourcebook and its companion campaign module “Return to Axanar” that would plant the seeds for the story of Prelude to Axanar and the film yet to come. Is that material canon? To some it is, to others it is not. But it was licensed, and the amount of research that went into crafting it is incredible. In this episode of the official Axanar podcast, hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Alec Peters are joined by two of the creators: John Theisen and Stephen Fender. John is the original author of the FASA Four Years War supplement, and Stephen penned the four-part novel series. Get set for a fascinating story of the history behind content made for fans, by fans, fueled by passion. But first, Rob and Alec recount the night of May 20, the Star Trek Beyond fan event, and a little something that JJ Abrams and Justin Lin said while up on stage. News Feature: The Making of the FASA Role Playing Game Hosts Guests Production |
Mon, 30 November 2015
John Atkin Talks Yorktown: A Time to Heal. In 1985, Stan Woo began production on a Star Trek fan film that starred none other than George Takei. Yes, even as the Original Series cast were in the midst of making feature films, Sulu took to the screen in a fan production. That project was Yorktown: A Time to Heal. The only problem was that the film was never finished. But as Spock said, there are always possibilities; and that’s where John Atkin comes in. In this episode of the official Axanar podcast, hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Alec Peters are joined by John to talk about his project to see Yorktown through to completion. John shares how he first learned about the fan film, why he decided to make sure it got completed, the progress being made, and much more. In news, Rob and Alec bring you an update on the set production as they gather around the new Klingon war table, and also fill you in on the progress being made on visual effects. News Feature: John Atkin Talks Yorktown: A Time to Heal Hosts Guest Production |
Tue, 19 May 2015
David Gerrold talks Star Trek, the Hugo Awards, and more. Rob calls him “legendary” … and he doesn’t like it. But let’s be honest; David Gerrold *is* legendary! Without him, Star Trek wouldn’t be the same. So it’s only fitting that the man who penned “The Trouble with Tribbles” all those years ago is part of Axanar today. If there’s great Star Trek being produced, you can bet David is nearby. In this episode of the official Axanar podcast, hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Alec Peters are joined by David to discuss a wide range of subjects including the controversy surrounding this year’s Hugo Awards, the state of America, the ins and outs of the publishing industry in 2015, and whether or not Star Trek has a future. In our news segment, Alec and Rob talk Parsec Awards and film festival nominations, the hip-hop story behind Prelude to Axanar’s sound mix, deliver updates on the soundtrack and Blu-ray, and fill fans in on the departure of director Christian Gossett.
Hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Alec Peters
Guest David Gerrold
Editor and Producer Christopher Jones
Associate Producer Norman C. Lao
Production Manager Richard Marquez
Content Manager Will Nguyen
News Parsec Awards and Film Festival Nominations (00:00:33) Christian Gossett Departs + Production Updates (00:02:06) Explaining Prelude to Axanar’s Sound Mix (00:09:00) Convention, Soundtrack, and Blu-ray Updates (00:12:26)
Feature: Interview with David Gerrold The Hugo Controversy (00:16:37) The State of the Country (00:23:09) Are We Afraid of Excellence? (00:28:23) The Inspiration of Star Trek (00:33:05) Does Star Trek Have a Future? (00:39:33) The Idea of Excellence (00:39:33) Reading the Axanar Script for the First Time (01:10:14) Is Star Trek Antiquated? (01:13:49) Closing (01:17:46)
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Tue, 5 May 2015
James Cawley talks Star Trek, Phase II, and Axanar. He’s the one who showed us all the way. Star Trek fan films and independent productions are flourishing today, but more than a decade ago James Cawley set forth as a true pioneer. Star Trek: New Voyages, now known as Phase II, was the first to chart the territory that makes Axanar possible. Cawley truly is the father of Star Trek fan films. In this episode of the official Axanar podcast, hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Alec Peters are joined by James to discuss why he decided to create his own stories, the experience of shooting new Star Trek, what makes a great fan film, what he has planned for the 50th anniversary and beyond, and his advice to Axanar. In our news segment, Alec and Rob recount Axanar’s awards haul from Treklanta, the now-available digital download of Prelude to Axanar, more perks, an update on bridge construction, and more!
Hosts Robert Meyer Burnett and Alec Peters
Guest James Cawley
Editor and Producer Christopher Jones
Associate Producer Norman C. Lao
Production Manager Richard Marquez
Content Manager Will Nguyen
News The Independent Star Trek Fan Film Awards (00:00:54) Ares Digital and Other Perks (00:02:19) Bridge Construction and Gearing Up (00:05:39)
Feature: Interview with James Cawley James and Star Trek (00:10:41) World Enough and Time (00:14:39) What Makes a Great Fan Film? (00:17:19) The Father of Fan Films (00:20:14) Plans for the 50th Anniversary (00:25:35) Keeping the Spirit Alive (00:28:35) The Internet and Fandom (00:37:54) Doing It for the Fun (00:43:42) Big Steps for New Voyages (00:48:20) Building the Ares Bridge (00:52:34) James’s Advice (00:58:17) Closing (00:37:15)
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