The Shuttlepod Show

Stardate 02.13.2022 20 years ago on this day, Star Trek: Enterprise aired Season 1, Episode 16, titled "Shuttlepod One" featuring Commander Charles "Trip" Tucker III (Connor Trinneer) and Lieutenant Malcolm Reed (Dominic Keating). To…

As we dock the Shuttlepod for the summer, we take a look back at some of the unseen fun stuff, bloopers and behind the scenes clips from the first 18 episodes. We hope you enjoy watching it as we did making it.

Just because the guys are on summer break, doesn't mean your questions stop coming in. So Dominic and Connor got out of the heat and into the mailbag to answer some. Enjoy the totally rad Shuttlepod Show Fan Q&A Summer Edition!

Today is Christmas, 2022. We had not scheduled an episode for today. But, since we HAD scheduled a Patreon Exclusive Q&A and there was nothing else going on, we figured Merry Christmas! Let's share it with anybody who may want to watch…

Treks & Trekkers: The Shuttlepod Show Live in Los Angeles, day 2. To celebrate the anniversary of our show, as well as the anniversary of the release of this incredible episode of television, we present a live, staged table read of the…

Recorded Live, February 11, 2023 at the famous Garry Marshall Theatre in Burbank, California. This is a recap of our very special live event, celebrating one year of The Shuttlepod Show. This portion of the show we discuss our gratitude…

Just like Star Trek itself began, we filmed a pilot episode that originally wasn’t going to air. But we’re pulling it out of the vault anyway. We learned a lot doing this, and can't wait to do more. Future episodes will include live…

John Billingsley, Michelle Hurd, and Natalia Castellanos joined us for a live special to discuss the ongoing SAG strike on September 27, 2023. It was passionate, rambunctious, fun and informative. Regardless of where you land on topics…

Great guest, Rod Roddenberry is here to talk about life, Trek, and the future. Join us for some fun! Trivia, Fan Q's, Connor's Island, and more!

Academy Award winning Illustrator, designer, FX mastermind Doug Drexler is our LIVE guest! He is here to talk about life, Trek, and the future. Join us for some fun! Trivia, Fan Q's, Connor's Island, and more!

Join Dominic and Connor as they catch up with Dr. Phlox, Mr. John Billingsley himself! The producers face-plant our first trivia game (it will get better), the guys answer fan questions, and dive into working on the Star Trek: Enterprise…

Special guest Gary Graham, who played the Vulcan ambassador Soval, enters the Shuttlepod this week. Given his expansive history with the franchise and other science fiction shows, he joins Dom and Con to discuss all things Star Trek:…

In our third episode, Connor and Dominic are attacked by whiskey giggles with Admiral Forrest, aka Vaughn Armstrong. They discuss performing--ahem--nude and answer fan questions. Our first good trivia game happens, and Vaughn grins about…

It's our fourth episode! Connor and Dominic enjoy some bourbon with Shran, aka Jeffrey Combs. Erica shows us how to make our favorite cocktail, the Shuttlepod One. The guys answer fan questions. Another solid trivia game happens and…

In our fifth episode, Connor and Dominic share some bourbon with baddie-Suliban Silik, John Fleck. They answer fan questions, play Trek Trivia and discuss acting, performance art, peeing on cue, and what a heart-to-heart with dad was like…

For our sixth episode, Connor and Dominic welcome Julianne Christie, who played Ah'len in Enterprise, to the Shuttlepod. They sip a little bourbon and talk about pregnancy, Vancouver, seeing each other for the first time, and acting with…

And... action! Connor and Dominic welcome the honorable David Livingston, director of countless Star Trek episodes, including the namesake "Shuttlepod One." They talk about the Hollywood Food Coalition, chopping up sets, shooting on film,…

This one is for the fans! We've had so many questions submitted, we had to make an entire episode to answer them. Thank you to all our Star Trek: Enterprise fans, new and veteran, even those who aren't... yet. In this special episode,…

Star Trek friends forever! Ensign Travis Mayweather, known to all as Anthony Montgomery, joins Connor and Dominic this week in the Shuttlepod. They talk about auditions, biographies, faith and learning not to listen to British kids. They…

Join us as we put Dominic in the hot seat for a deep dive into the many fascinating stories of his early life, before Star Trek. Some joyful, some hilarious, some heartbreaking, and some he’s never spoken of publicly before now! You’re…

Your questions keep coming in, so we'll keep making shows to answer them all. In the second special episode of its kind, Connor and Dominic dig deep into the mailbag and answer the stuff you want to know. And, as always, some things you…

Are you ready?! Somehow, Dominic and Connor convinced the father of Enterprise to sit down and talk Star Trek. They were invited to his home for a very insightful and introspective discussion. They talk about meeting THE man, lunch in the…

We continue with the early years of Dominic and his life before Star Trek: Enterprise. From his London days to Desmond's, Vidal Sassoon and making it to Los Angeles, eventually. Enjoy more of the insightful introspective bio of the man…

We continue with Part 2 of our interview with showrunner and co-producer of Enterprise and other Star Trek series and films. Quite the rarity and an honor! He sits with Connor and Dominic to talk about writing his memoir, casting, the…

Now that we've had one half of the creators into the Shuttlepod, it's time Connor and Dominic interview the other half. Writer and producer Brannon Braga joins the crew for an in-depth discussion of how he got into writing for Star Trek…

Our interview with writer/producer Brannon Braga continues with some fascinating insights, teases on where Enterprise could go and potential future guests. Enjoy Part 2 of this incredible opportunity to hear from Our Man Brannon.

We wrap up Dominic's journey to America before landing on Star Trek: Enterprise. Enjoy the third installment of the heart-to-heart with Dominic Keating and learn about living on a Hollywood ranch and getting those first big gigs.

Technically Part 4 in our Dominic Keating biography, but now we move into his Star Trek Enterprise days. And that's a whole new story, needing its own chapter and title. From his Voyager audition to the final episode, we hope you enjoy…

The Voyage Begins Again! It's the first episode of our second season. Connor and Dominic go old school with legendary Star Trek Original Series icon Walter Koenig. After giggling about their summer breaks, they learn about Walter's…

It's the second episode of our second season. Connor and Dominic talk some deep shop with Star Trek Deep Space Nine legend Andrew Robinson. A lot of actor good feels here. They discuss Andrew's life, his father a victim of WWII, his…

It's the third episode of our second season. Connor, Dominic, and Erica vibe some real life friends chat with Star Trek Deep Space Nine's second Old Man (Ezri Dax) Nicole de Boer. A lot of chill and giggle going on. They discuss Nicole's…

It's the fourth episode of our second season. Host Dominic Keating is home healing from injury. As such, Connor and Erica are joined by guest host, Producer Mark, to shoot the breeze with an actor we all watched grow up on Star Trek Deep…

Happy New Year! Season 2, episode 5 is here. Our guy Dominic is still home taking it easy, recuperating. As such, Connor, Mark, and Erica talk some surprisingly insider baseball with the incredible journeyman actor Gregg Henry, known to…

Season 2, episode 6 is here. Our guy Dominic is still home, recuperating. Connor, Mark, and Erica talk with the amazing Nana Visitor, known to the world for her portrayal of Kira Nerys in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. We learn about Nana's…

Season 2, episode 7 is here. Our guy Dominic is still home, getting better. Connor, Mark, and Erica talk with the iconic Denise Crosby, known for playing Tasha Yar in Star Trek: The Next Generation. We learn about Denise's childhood, her…

Season 2, episode 8 is here. Dominic is back! He, Connor, and Erica talk with the legendary Michael Dorn, known for playing the original Prune Juice Warrior, WORF on Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, TNG movies…

Season 2, episode 9. Connor, Dominic, and Erica talk with the amazing Tim Russ, known for playing ever logical Tuvok on Star Trek: Voyager. We discuss Tim's upbringing, how he became and actor, his and Dom's familiarity with the…

Season 2, episode 10. Connor, Dominic, and Erica talk with the awesome Armin Shimerman, known for playing everyone's favorite Proprietor, Quark in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. We discuss Armin's upbringing, how he became and actor, his…

Season 2, episode 11. Connor, Dominic, and Erica talk with legendary Academy Award and nine-time Emmy Award winning Star Trek Makeup Artist, Michael Westmore. Best known to us for his makeup on TNG, DS9, VOY, ENT and all of the TNG…

Glory to you... and your HOUSE! That's right - Season 2, episode 12 is here. Connor, Dominic, and Erica have a wonderful conversation with Robert O'Reilly, best known to us as Gowron, smote Chancellor of the Klingon Empire. We discuss…

The Doctor is in! That's right - Season 2, episode 13 is here. Connor, Dominic, and Erica have a wonderful conversation with Star Trek royalty, Gates McFadden, best known to us as Dr. Crusher. We discuss Gates' childhood in Ohio, running…

Season 2, episode 14 is here. Dominic, Erica, and Mark have a wonderful conversation with Starfeet's first chief engineer and host of our show, Connor Trinneer, best known to us as Charles "Trip" Tucker III. We discuss Connor's childhood…

Season 2, episode 15 is here. Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark have a wonderful conversation with 5 time Emmy Award Winning visual effects maestro Ronald B Moore, VFX steward of Star Trek TNG, TNG films, VOY, and ENT (not to mention…

Season 2, episode 16 is here. Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark have a nerdier than typical conversation with the Computer from Star Trek Prodigy: Bonnie Gordon. We discuss Bonnie's music, her entry into the world of Star Trek, running…

Season 2, episode 17 is here. Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark have an awesome conversation with rockstar Showrunner, Executive Producer, and Writer for Star Trek: Deep Space Nine - Ira Steven Behr. We discuss Behr's childhood in the…

Season 2, episode 18 is here. Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark have an awesome conversation with everyone's favorite dipshit from Chicago, Todd Stashwick - Captain Shaw from Star Trek Picard Season 3. We discuss Stashwick's actual Chicago…

Season 2, episode 19 is here. Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark have an awesome conversation with living legend - Jonathan Frakes - Commander/Captain William Riker. Thunderbirds. The Star Trek Enterprise Finale. Picard Season 3.…

Dominic, Connor, and Mark have an awesome conversation with everyone's favorite holographic crooner, James Darren - Vic Fontaine of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. This absolute legend has lived a life... South Philly, over 60 years of…

Dominic, Connor, and Mark have an amazing conversation with LeVar Burton - Commodore Geordi La Forge of Star Trek: The Next Generation and Star Trek: Picard. This man is a national treasure... Army brat and son of a Teacher. The church.…

Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark have an awesome conversation with livelong Trekker, David Blue- "Math Boy" Eli Wallace of Stargate Universe. David is a Nerd God. He loves Star Trek. He was the star of Stargate Universe. He plays games.…

Season 2, episode 23 is here. Look! We have our own EMH! Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark have an awesome conversation with Star Trek Voyager's Emergency Medical Hologram, the great Robert Picardo! Robert talks about life, career, Star…

Season 2, episode 24 is here and THE TRIAL NEVER ENDS! We have a God in our midst! Connor, Erica, and Mark have an awesome conversation with Star Trek's Iconic, Godlike Judge & Jury - "Q" - John de Lancie. Dominic Keating is off this…

Season 2, episode 25 is here and we have our first #1 on the call sheet! Col. John Sheppard, charismatic hero of Stargate Atlantis is here! Connor, Erica, and Mark have an awesome conversation with Stargate legend, and all around great…

Season 2, episode 26 is here and we have our first Real, not-pretend, honest-to-goodness doctor! Star Trek science consultant, Star Trek fan, proper scientist, professor, real life doctor, writer, and scourge of fruit flies everywhere -…

Season 2, episode 27 is here. Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark have an awesome conversation with the brilliant showrunner, writer, director - Terry Matalas. Terry worked on Enterprise, Voyager, Picard and beloved sci-fi cult classic 12…

Season 2, episode 28 is here. Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark have an awesome conversation with 7 time Emmy Award winning visual effects (and knife fighting) master DAN CURRY. Dan is so great, he brought a specific Klingon’s Bat’leth……

It's season 2, episode 29. Perpetual ensign and co-host of The Delta Flyers, Garrett Wang joins us today! Dominic, Connor, and Mark are ALSO joined by the talented Bonnie Gordon, who sits in for our Erica LaRose in this awesome…

It's season 2, episode 30. Longtime script coordinator, Trek insider, and all around awesome lady sits with Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark.

It's season 2, episode 31. Art director, builder of the Enterprise D bridge and designer of our new set - Liz Kloczkowski takes a seat in the golden throne to shoot the breeze with Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark.

It's season 2, episode 32. Legendary producer, Godmother of Star Trek, herder of cats (actors)- Merri D Howard talks with Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark about life, career, ST actors going the hospital, and so much more.

It's season 2, episode 33. Legendary designers Michael & Denise Okuda chat with Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark about life, career, and Trek.

It's season 2, episode 34. Living legend, Production Designer Herman Zimmerman sits to chat with Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark about life, career, and Trek.

It's season 2, episode 35. Rod Roddenberry, son of Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry, and his awesome dog Nuke came and had a live conversation with Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark about life, hope, and Trek.

It's season 2, episode 36. Oscar, BAFTA, and Emmy winning FX artist Doug Drexler came and had a live conversation with Dominic, Connor, Erica, and Mark about life, career, and Trek.

It's season 2, episode 37. Producer, director, actor - host of The Delta Flyers Podcast - VOY's Tom Paris (or TNG & LD's Nick Locarno... "or both") Robert Duncan McNeill spent some time with Connor, Erica, and Mark to talk about life,…

It's season 2, episode 38. Legendary Director - TNG, DS9, VOY, ENT, The Orville, and more - JAMES L CONWAY stopped by to talk with Connor, Erica, Dominic, and Mark about life, career, and Trek.

It's the season 2 finale! Living legend, George Takei - Captain Sulu himself stopped by to talk with Connor, Erica, Dominic, and Mark about life, career, and Trek.