This week I cover a classic, first season episode of Trek with an episode titled, “The Alternative Factor.” I start the show running down some recent genre stories. I’ve been disappointed by the many canceled, genre TV shows I have been hearing about lately. Series like “Intelligence” and “Being Human” are both leaving soon and I’ve enjoyed them a lot. It’s especially hard when a new season one series gets cut down before it’s had much of a chance to catch on with people. “Almost Human” is also another series that might be not coming back and I would miss a lot. But, on a positive note we are heading into Spring now and the genre movies are starting with “Divergent” and the new “Captain America” film due out soon. I’m still amazed at all the comic book films we have been getting and how well they have been doing. Really a great time to be a geek!
Then I move on to discussing this week’s Trek episode. I play clips and discuss more of the behind the scenes factors involved in making this first season Trek episode. How actor Robert Brown was brought in at the last minute and all the changes to the script and production that took place. Much of this information comes from Marc Cushman’s book, “These Are The Voyages” which is an excellent look at season one of the making of the original “Star Trek.” Well worth picking up and is a great reference. This isn’t the best of Trek, but it is an interesting episode and it helps to know what some of the early scripts looked like and the changes that were made to this show. I wrap up the podcast with a look ahead at upcoming shows. Next week the Moyer’s will be here with a look at the TNG episode called “The Child.” I will be back in two weeks and hope you enjoyed this week’s podcast. Take care everyone.
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