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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.

Stage Nine: A Podcast about the People Who Make Star Trek TFM

    • TV & Film
    • 5.0 • 8 Ratings

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.

    Last Friday

    Last Friday

    Series Finale.

    For over five years and 261 episodes, through Commentary: Trek Stars and Stage Nine, Trek.fm has looked at the people who make Star Trek and and their work both inside and outside of the franchise. But all good things...
    In the series finale of Stage Nine, Mike Schindler and John Mills reflect on their time at Trek.fm by recalling three key moments in their relationship. We look back at our first encounter online, recording the pilot for From There to Here, and finally meeting face to face.
    Chapters
    Intro (00:00:00)
    John Carpenter (00:04:47)
    From There to Here (00:22:50)
    Close Encounters (00:42:20)
    Closing (00:48:054)

    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)

    • 1 hr
    The Scarlet Bat Symbol

    The Scarlet Bat Symbol

    Discovery, Season One.

    Eighteen months ago, we began this podcast with a look at the writers working behind the scenes to create the latest incarnation of Star Trek. After a very long road, the finished product is finally here.
    In this episode of Stage Nine, hosts John Mills and Mike Schindler take a look at the first season of Star Trek: Discovery. We discuss our thoughts on the series, how it lived up to our expectations, and what outside work we discovered along the way.
    Chapters
    Intro (00:00:00)
    Discovery (00:02:23)
    Creative Standouts (00:23:13)
    Final Thoughts (00:59:41)
    Closing (01:04:55)

    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) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Jeff Sutter (Associate Producer) Chris Stenftenagel (Associate Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Patreon Manager)

    • 1 hr 10 min
    Cloverfield in Space

    Cloverfield in Space

    Tarantino, Vol. 9: The Hateful Eight.

    Three months ago, word leaked that Quentin Tarantino was developing a new Star Trek film with J.J. Abrams producing. Some people were not happy. Others were overjoyed. But a lot can happen in three months. Last week, information was revealed about a car crash on the set of Tarantino's Kill Bill, which many feel he was largely responsible for. Ever since, the questions on everyone's minds are "How did this happen?" "Is Tarantino at fault?" "Should he even be allowed to direct Star Trek?"
    In this episode of Stage Nine, hosts Mike Schindler and John Mills discuss the recent revelations regarding Tarantino, and question how that changes the way his work is perceived. We also conclude our series with Tarantino's latest film, The Hateful Eight. In news, we discuss the surprise release of the new Abrams production, The Cloverfield Paradox. And stay tuned to the end for a special announcement.
    Chapters
    Intro (00:00:00)
    The Cloverfield Paradox (00:01:17)
    Tarantino (00:14:32)
    The Hateful Eight (00:42:55)
    Final Thoughts (01:05:18)
    Announcement (01:15:23)
    Closing (01:20:35)

    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)

    • 1 hr 25 min
    Cruelty on Display

    Cruelty on Display

    Tarantino, Vol. 8: Django Unchained.

    In 2012, Quentin Tarantino returned to the western genre in another unconventional way with the release of Django Unchained. The film stars Jamie Foxx as a freed slave turned bounty hunter who is on a quest to find and save his wife.
    In this episode of Stage Nine, hosts John Mills and Mike Schindler take a look at Tarantino's seventh film. We discuss westerns, the history of the Django character, and the idea of a Django/Zorro crossover.
    Chapters
    Intro (00:00:00)
    Django Unchained (00:00:58)
    Closing (00:34:37)

    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)

    • 37 min
    I Need to Eat Some Strudel

    I Need to Eat Some Strudel

    Tarantino, Vol. 7: Inglourious Basterds.

    While J.J. Abrams was relaunching the Star Trek franchise in 2009, Quentin Tarantino was in his own corner of the movie world making Inglourious Basterds. The film offers an alternative look at World War II from the perspective of a group of people from vastly different backgrounds who are all hell-bent on destroying the Nazi party.
    In this episode of Stage Nine, hosts Mike Schindler and John Mills take a look at Tarantino's World War II western. We discuss the stellar work by the cast and crew, the importance of language in war, and the accurate portrayal of film projection. In news, we look at the work of Star Trek's latest director, Hanelle M. Culpepper.
    Chapters
    Intro (00:00:00)
    Hanelle M. Culpepper (00:01:30)
    Inglourious Basterds (00:10:35)
    Closing (00:34:09)

    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)

    • 38 min
    A Presentation of Presentation

    A Presentation of Presentation

    Tarantino, Vol. 6: Death Proof.

    Quentin Tarantino grew up in the 1970s watching double features of exploitation movies at run-down theaters known as grindhouses. It was a unique experience which does not exist today. In 2007, Tarantino teamed up with fellow director Robert Rodriguez to recreate the experience with a double feature appropriately titled Grindhouse.
    In this episode of Stage Nine, hosts John Mills and Mike Schindler look at Tarantino's Grindhouse contribution, Death Proof. We discuss the theatrical presentation, the extended director's cut, and how the movie went about creating the film damage look. We also wonder if Zoe Bell exists in the Movie Universe.
    Chapters
    Intro (00:00:00)
    Death Proof (00:01:21)
    Film Damage (00:19:31)
    Closing (00:43:07)

    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)

    • 48 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
8 Ratings

8 Ratings

KCTrekieFM ,

Variety

Amazing variety on this show. Mike and John are so knowledgeable on filmmaking and reach out to discuss so many shows and movies. Love it!

Alexander Gates ,

Behind Trek

Stage 9 is a Star Trek podcast focusing on the behind the scenes creators of the various shows. Each episode offers spotlights on directors and actors; or delves into ensemble and news. What will the new show feel like? Let’s analyze the creators’ past works! It is thoughtful and well researched. Episodes are short, which allows them to get into detail on more topics. It’s a great show for any Star Trek fan.

kesseljunkie ,

Amazing!

The crew from Commentary Trek Stars comes back for a freer-form show that covers everything from Dr Giggles to Cube? Count me in!

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