Improvised Star Trek
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Synopsis:
Improvised Star Trek explores the final frontier of comedy by turning Star Trek into an improv office comedy. Taking suggestions submitted on Twitter and Facebook, the cast (featuring some of Chicago’s top improvisors) creates a fully improvised episode detailing the adventures of the USS Sisyphus, a less enterprising starship. New episodes are posted every other week. To learn more about the show check out our website, facebook page, or twitter! Improvised Star Trek is fan production. Star Trek is property of CBS/Paramount.
Genres: Science fiction, Comedy
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Episodes:
IST Lost Episode at GenreThon with Otherworld Theatre
Mon, 06 Jul 2020 22:11:11 +0000
Join us at Otherworld Theatre's (virtual) GenreThon festival this Friday July 10th to hear one of our previously-unproduced episodes: The Measure of a Manatee! More info and (virtual) tickets at https://www.otherworldtheatre.org/genre-thon
Ep 226: Four Weddings and Also Another Wedding
Sat, 23 Nov 2019 09:20:05 +0000
How do comedies end?
Improvised on August 18, 2019 from a suggestion by Elliot M. Rauscher via Facebook
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Starring
Rayna Caskey as Security Chief Bobbie Intern, En. DumP'in'a'Bucket
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Admiral Damocles, Lt. Doubtfire
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Lt. Atlas, Admiral Edelweiss
Nick Wagner as Lt. Cdr. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalnzon, En. Cecile Operator, Admiral Portia Hayes, En. Julia Louis-Dreyfus, En. Doody
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. Spot
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg, Tall Darrell, Small Darrell
Thanks for ten great years;
Live Long and Prosper
Bonus: Cast on the Making of IST Part 3
Thu, 21 Nov 2019 22:30:18 +0000
Part 3 of a conversation the cast of Improvised Star Trek had following the final episode of IST, recorded August 18, 2019
Featuring:
Rayna Caskey
Sean Kelley
Chris Rathjen
Nick Wagner
Mary Cait Walthall
Julia Weiss
Matt Young
Hear the last episode of IST with the cast at our live listening party November 22. RSVP here.
Wed, 20 Nov 2019 00:20:24 +0000
Will Lorem's rogue government cause Zarlene's early demise? Will Bobbie and Bronson ever reconcile? Find out in the thrilling conclusion!
Featuring
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley
Sean Kelley as Lt. Crick Watson
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes, Lt. Bronson
Rayna Caskey as Ensign Bobbie Intern
Mary Cait Walthall as Ensign Operator, Zarlene Zonalzon
Ep224:A Long Dayscycle Journey Into Nightcycle
Mon, 18 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000
When it looks like Crick is moving up in the multiverse, the crew turns their eye to their bucket lists.
Improvised on August 11, 2019 from a suggestion by Kyle Schafer via Facebook.
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Starring
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. Spot
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Pancakes Johnson, En Greg.
with
Griffen Eckstein as The Wanderer
Bonus: Cast on the Making of IST Part 2
Sun, 10 Nov 2019 19:23:13 +0000
Part 2 of a conversation the cast of Improvised Star Trek had following the final episode of IST, recorded August 18, 2019
Featuring
Rayna Caskey
Sean Kelley
Chris Rathjen
Nick Wagner
Mary Cait Walthall
Julia Weiss
Matt Young
RSVP for our final episode listening party, Nov 22, here: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4425129
Ep 223: The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Tue, 05 Nov 2019 10:10:12 +0000
Thumbed for an iffy prognosis, Lorem and Corbo peace out. Zarlene can't quite put her finger on a cause for the latest outbreak. Bobbi and Crick consult an index of away missions. Rip Stipley returns to the Sisyphus in time to lend a hand.
Improvised on August 4, 2019 from a suggestion by Cameron Witham via Twitter.
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern, Engineer
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Lt. Carl
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Eerrrmmmm
Christopher Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes, Scooter
Nick Wagner as Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, En. Operator
This episode is sponsored by Overcast via the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Ep 222: USS Sisyphus Holoween Spooktacular
Thu, 31 Oct 2019 07:40:49 +0000
A collection of spooky, ooky, and downright kooky scenes from the USS Sisyphus.
* Rad Alert improvised May 5, 2019 from a suggestion by Wolfgang Deutsch
* Rise of Pancakes Johnson improvised August 18, 2019 from a suggestion by Chip Wood
*Corborobics improvised May 5th, 2019 from a suggestion by Laura Illige Harvey
*Dog-boy, the Human-faced Dog improvised August 18, 2019 from asuggestion by Joe Redhead
*Don't Drink your Pee...Mandatory Training improvised May 5, 2019 from a suggestion by @DiscoViolins
* Sisyphus Crypt scenes improvised October 30, 2019
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Starring
Rayna Caskey as Security Chief Bobbi Intern, a documentarian
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Shad Kunkle as Lt.Cdr. Gary Williamson
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, a God-like Being
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, "Crepes" LeFluer
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Spot
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Pancakes Johnson
Sponsored by Overcast via the Chicago Podcast Coop
Mon, 28 Oct 2019 00:26:56 +0000
Your favorite counselor wets their whistle.
Improvised Sunday Sept 15, 2019
Starring
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Lt. Rayvek
Joe Phillips as Japhy Whitman
with
Kimberly Kutt as Synthr01d
edited by Chris Rathjen
Sponsored by Backblaze via the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Bonus: The Tribble with Troubles
Sat, 19 Oct 2019 21:34:46 +0000
The Crew meets a down-on-its-luck Tribble, and does what they do best.
Plus, find details about how you can join the cast for the final episode of Improvised Star Trek.
Improvised on August 18, 2019 from many many suggestion by all of you. Thank you.
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Starring
Rayna Caskey as Security Chief Bobbi Intern
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, a Tribble-monger
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter
News:
The Final Episode of Improvised Star Trek will air November 23rd
RSVP for our final episode listening party, Nov 22, here: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4425129
Read about the first performance of Improvised Star Trek ten eyars ago here: https://twitter.com/improvstartrek/status/1185676166704848899
Tue, 15 Oct 2019 03:59:15 +0000
The crew is seeing double when they attend Starfleets celebration of Space, Drinking, & Psychic Vessels. Chekov's pun does not go off.
Improvised April 7, 2019 from a suggestion by Chris Lane via Facebook
Edited by Roger Payton
Starring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, USS Hood Officer
Chris Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes, Ticket Taker Twins
Nick Wagner as Ch'arles Lorem, Zarthur, an NCE, Twick & Twat
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, an NCE
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Spot
Sponsored by Overcast via the Chicago Podcast Coop
Bonus: Irene and Hannah Curtain Call
Thu, 10 Oct 2019 16:28:30 +0000
Empress Lady Cola and her last remaining ensign, face big moral questions while tenuously surviving on an abandoned ship.
ALSO
Empress Lady Cola returns to a planet where she dropped a baby off, a few years ago, and tries to retrieve it.
AND Finally,
Irene Marquette and Hannah Parsons give a brief farewell.
Starring:
Irene Marquette as Empress Lady Cola
Hannah Parsons as Ensign Your Highness and Baby Lady
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Ep 219: Every Single Door is Broken
Sun, 06 Oct 2019 16:22:09 +0000
When every single door on the ship is broken the crew must find ways to cope with their poopy situation.
Improvised July 21st, 2019 from a suggestion by @powerupemily via Twitter
Starring:
Chris Rathjen as Comdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King and Ensign Spot
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Sponsored by Overcast as part of the Chicago Podcast Co-op.
Ep 218: We'll Always Have Parasites
Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:57:42 +0000
After visiting a jungle planet, a nearby Starfleet vessel turns up the heat for the Sisyphus crew. Meanwhile, Zarlene makes some difficult choices.
Improvised on July 28, 2019 from a suggestion by Jessica B. via Twitter
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson, Lt. Carl, Cpt. Paul Rudd
Christopher Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite B. Hayes, En. DumpInaBucket
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, En. Operator
With special guest Eric Scull as Lt. Cmdr. Pecton Willis
This episode is brought to you by Overcast as part of the Chicago Podcast Co-op.
Mon, 23 Sep 2019 04:42:15 +0000
Dr. Zonalzon puts it all on the online, but when fame presents new problems, can she kiss-it-better? Lorem & Spot connect the dots.
Improvised January 13, 2019 from a suggestion by Kevin Hennessy via twitter. (With a brief scene borrowed from The Ship Explodes at the End suggested by @KanetheBoar)
Starring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdt. Crick Watson, Mr. Ernst.
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Lt. Bronson
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Kyle Connor
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Julia Weiss as Lt. Spot, Carol Connor
with Special Appearance by
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter
"Yeah/Yeah(Don't Know Me Remix)" Composed by Nick Wagner
Sponsored by Overcast via The Chicago Podcast Coop.
Ep 216: Murder on the Murder Express
Mon, 16 Sep 2019 01:55:25 +0000
What will happen aboard the Murder Express? Murder. Probably murder.
Featuring:
Matt Young as Captain Baxter, Leprechaun
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Spot
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Mssr. LaPhlegm
Sean Kelly as Lt. Crick Watson, Jehovah the Butler
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley
Rayna Caskey as Ensign Bobbi Intern
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes, Conductor
Bonus: Cast on the Making of IST
Mon, 09 Sep 2019 22:23:58 +0000
Part 1 of a conversation the cast of Improvised Star Trek had following the final episode of IST, recorded August 18, 2019
Featuring
Rayna Caskey
Sean Kelley
Chris Rathjen
Nick Wagner
Mary Cait Walthall
Julia Weiss
Matt Young
Sat, 31 Aug 2019 20:44:30 +0000
Something funky is afoot when the clothes on the USS Sisyphus go missing.
Improvised in a live performance at GenreThon 2019 at the OtherWorld Theatre in Chicago, IL
Recorded August 24, 2019
Includes cast warmups - full episode begins at 15:00
Featuring
Rayna Caskey as Ensign Bobbi Intern
Dan Granta as Lt. DuFarge
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson, a shirt
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes, a shirt
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem, Gavin
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, En. Operator, a shirt
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Spot, Michelln
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, pants
Winner of "Best of the Fest" for the GenreThon
Video available at https://youtu.be/xmWOtufiWqc
Announcement: All Good Things...
Mon, 19 Aug 2019 11:00:00 +0000
It's a special announcement from the cast of Improvised Star Trek.
Improvised Star Trek's first appeared as a live show on October 19, 2009, & was reborn as a podcast on April 10, 2011.
After a decade aboard the USS Sisyphus, and over 200 episodes, we're flying off into the sunset.
Keep listening for final episodes and behind-the-scenes material in coming months as we prepare to say goodbye to the finest ship in the fleet.
And if you're in Chicago, check out our final live performance as part of Otherworld Theatre's Genre-Thon. Get your tickets here.
And thanks for taking the voyage with us.
Wed, 14 Aug 2019 21:14:35 +0000
You think this a bonus scene?
Improvised July 28, 2019 from a suggestion by Shawn Morgan via Facebook
Featuring
Chris Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes
Sean Kelley as Entity 1
Nick Wagner as Entity 2
Mary Cait Walthall as Entity 3
The News:
- Check out The Experts podcast featuring Irene Marquette
-Thanks to new iTunes reviewers!
Sun, 11 Aug 2019 07:10:32 +0000
No one is surprised when Corbo gets impaled by ANOTHER girder. Meanwhile, Baxter is busy bonding with his alien pen pal, Crystal.
Improvised June 30th, 2019 from a suggestion by Saskia Slottje via Facebook
Starring:
Matt Young as Captain Baxter
Chris Rathjen as Comdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson
Julia Weiss as Ensign Spot and Crystal
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Sponsored by Overcast as part of the Chicago Podcast Co-op.
Ep 213: It's 5 O'Clock Everywhere
Tue, 30 Jul 2019 01:09:44 +0000
The Sisyphus crew find themselves in a mysterious laboratory with an eccentric doctor. Next, they find themselves in a mysterious laboratory with an eccentric doctor.
This episode was improvised on Jun 23, 2019 from a suggestion by @messgirl via Twitter
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Christopher Rathjen as Dr. Zong
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zonalzon
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Rick
This episode sponsored by Overcast via the Chicago Podcast Coop
Warning: explicit language present
Lt. Toast and the Mysterious Toaster
Sun, 07 Jul 2019 22:53:13 +0000
Lt. Sourdough makes his play.
Improvised as a warm-up on June 30, 2019 from a suggestion by @greenturtles6 via Twitter.
Featuring
Nick Wagner as Lt. Cdr. Ch'arles Lorem
Matt Young as Lt. Sourdough
Julia Weiss as Cpt. Butter
Edited by Chris Rathjen
News
We're performing live with the Otherworld Theater's SciFi Comedy Festival Genre-Thon August 24. Details Here.
Thanks to all our recent iTunes reviewers!
Mon, 01 Jul 2019 02:59:46 +0000
While daring Sisyphus flies through dark space
A ghost requires a Lorem face to face
And as the crew's reality does ween
Is all the world a stage, or all a dream?
Chris Rathjen as Ghost of Lt. Pombeau, Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Julia Weis as Ensign Spot, Lt. Rita King
Rayna Caskey as Ensign Bobbi
Sean Kelly as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson.
Dan Granata as Lt. DeFarge
Ep 211: The Death of Admiral Bonbonbonbon
Sun, 16 Jun 2019 18:14:23 +0000
Mourning the death of an old friend, the crew mustache themselves where it all went Ron.
Improvised on March 2, 2016 from a suggestion by Steve Marsh via Facebook.
Edited by Chris Rathjenjenjenjen
Starring:
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem, Admiral Ron Bonbonbonbon
Mary Cait Walthall as Admiral Portia Hayes
Julia Weiss as Dawn Jonston-Bonbonbonbon, Mustache
&
Matt Young as Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg
Sponsored by Overcast via the Chicago Podcast Coop
Sun, 09 Jun 2019 18:31:37 +0000
Ever have I never, lead the crew of the Sisyphus to their doom.
Improvised on February 17, 2019 from a suggestion by Deanna Domino via Facebook.
Starring:
Chris Rathjen as Comdr. Corbomite Hayes
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon and Ensign Operator
Julia Weiss as Rita King and Ensign Spot
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Brought to you by Overcast through the Chicago Podcast Coop
Mon, 29 Apr 2019 15:26:29 +0000
#209: Brevity is the
Rita ends things.
This episode was improvised on February 17, 2019 from a suggestion by Brian Sebby via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite B. Hayes, Cloud, Bronson
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as En. Jill, En. Operator, Cloud
Julia Weiss as Spot, Lt. Rita King
Brought to you by Lagunitas through the Chicago Podcast Coop
Wed, 17 Apr 2019 03:38:32 +0000
The crew needs to face their fears, like you do.
Improvised August 26, 2018 from a suggestion by Joel Svenson via Facebook, when we had no idea there'd be spiders in episode 207.
Edited by Roger Payton
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity via the Chicago Podcast Coop
Starring
Carl Clancy as Arachnina the Spider Queen, Chief O'Daugherty, Pup
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Doggo Queen
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Failure Queen
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Spot, En. Steverson
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg
Fri, 12 Apr 2019 04:07:56 +0000
Rita springs twitterpation on an alien captain.
Improvised on April 7, 2019 from a suggestion by Gavin Rehder via Facebook
Starring
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King
Chris Rathjen as Alien Captain
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
News
Thanks for coming to C2E2! Check out our Youtube page for video!
We appeared on the Final Frontier Podcast Ep 33!
Thanks to new iTunes reviewers!
Mon, 01 Apr 2019 04:19:02 +0000
Improving their project management causes the crew of the Sisyphus more problems than they can count on their many limbs.
Performed LIVE on March 23, 2019 at the Cards Against Humanity Comedy Stage at C2E2 in Chicago, IL.
Starring
Rayna Caskey as Ensign Bobbi Intern
Dan Granata as Lt. DeFarge
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, En. Baskin
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Pierre Spidier, Pierre Spidier Junier
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, En. Operator, a spider
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. Spot
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lizard Guy, En. Randall
Live Foley by Dan Granata
Podcast Episode Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity via the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Live performance courtesy of the Cards Against Humanity Comedy Stage at C2E2
Title suggestions via Twitter:
Three Long Days - Matthew Doll(@ArchiCroc)
Warmups:
Space Pickles - David Samba (@DavidSamba13)
The Last Litter Box - Ronald Hobbs (@evilbob2200)
The Deadly Supermoon - Robert Sharp (@sharobob)
The Impossible Air Banana - Keegan S (@jumphighfive)
Mon, 18 Mar 2019 06:23:35 +0000
Grabbing a table, with the rest of his party on the way, proves to be one of Captain Baxter’s most infuriating missions.
Improvised February 3rd 2019 from a suggestion by Julia Bedford via Facebook.
Starring:
Matt Young as Captain Baxter and Ambassador who likes to Annex
Chris Rathjen as Comdr. Corbomite Hayes, SpappleBees Employee and Mind Parasite.
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson and Ambassador Glaukon
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon and Bartender/Mind Parasite
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern and Maitre ‘d
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity via the Chicago Podcast Coop
Mon, 11 Mar 2019 04:26:40 +0000
The crew is going to the cargo bay, and they’re gonna get ma-a-arried.
Improvised January 20, 2019 from a suggestion by Orla McGovern via Facebook.
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Starring
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern, Skrynexian Footsoldier
Sean Kelley as Lt. Carl, Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Skrynexian Footsoldier
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Undifferentiated Soup-Spouse, Fleet/C
Nick Wagner as Ch’arles Lorem, Rip Soupley, Skrynexian Footsoldier, Moot/A
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Admiral Portia Hayes, En. Cecile Operator, Skrynexian Captain, Tira, Glorbel/B
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity via the Chicago Podcast Coop
Bonus: I Fought the Borg, and the Borg Won
Mon, 04 Mar 2019 01:08:28 +0000
The Borg attempt a new strategy for recruitment, and Zarlene finds it difficult to resist.
Bonus improvised as a warm-up on January 13, 2019 from a suggestion by Brandon Makaryk via Facebook
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Sean Kelley as Borg
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon
News:
Are you a Hugo Nominator? Do you have a friend who is a Hugo nominator who you've been meaning to recommend Improvised Star Trek to? Hugo nominations are due March 15, and Improvised Star Trek would like offer itself up for your consideration in the category of Best Fancast! And whether you are or not, we have a list of some of our best eps of 2018 on our website.
We'll be doing a live podcast performance at C2E2: March 23 on the CAH Comedy Theater Stage - keep an eye on our SM for details.
New reviews since November: tersegal, Anna Poulton, Slitherclaw, rangatology, Jadzia, Hellywood, JamesZa, CaptainRyan007; big thanks!
LLAP
Ep 204: The Assassination of Rip Stipley by the Coward Rip Stipley
Tue, 19 Feb 2019 02:30:18 +0000
Will the crew catch the leader of the Shaimes gang before they're ripped apart?
Featuring
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes
Eli Mandel as Lt. Rip Stipey, Dancing Gang Member
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Gange Member
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern
Eric Scull as En. Chaplin
Julia Weis as En. Spot
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Sneak Peak of Earwolf's Voyage to the Stars
Tue, 12 Feb 2019 06:00:00 +0000
We're happy to spread the word about a new SciFi Comedy podcast from Earlwolf that we think you, the listeners of Improvised Star Trek, might also enjoy:
Voyage to the Stars follows the misadventures of a group of misfits that accidentally found themselves on the wrong side of a wormhole, trying not to blow up the galaxy on their way home. Starring Felicia Day, Colton Dunn, Janet Varney, and Steve Berg. The universe will never be the same. Check out Voyage to the Stars in Apple Podcasts: www.apple.co/voyage
Ep 203: A Search for Lost Time
Sun, 03 Feb 2019 20:40:43 +0000
The Sisyphus crew, under Captain Barometer, who's totally been the captain the whole time, head for the mysterious planet Cartle. Meanwhile, they start to remember blacking out for a couple of minutes earlier in the day...
This episode was improvised on September 30, 2018 from a suggestion by Susan Reid via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull
Additional music arrangement by Sarah P. Davis
Starring:
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern, Fish, Prisoner
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Cockney Bartender
Derek Martz as Captain Barometer
Christopher Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite B. Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Prisoner
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. Spot, Altimeter
This episode is brought to you by Lagunitas as part of the Chicago Podcast Co-Op
Mon, 21 Jan 2019 01:21:02 +0000
Captain Baxter crank it up a notch with some nightlife, Crick cranks it down a notch with some clones. From each according to their crank; to each according their notch.
Improvised August 12, 2018 from a suggestion by Emily Grenon via Facebook.
Edited by Roger Payton
Featuring
Sponsored by Safehouse Chicago via The Chicago Podcast Coop
Ep 201: In Space No One Can Hear You Dream
Sun, 06 Jan 2019 20:47:32 +0000
Dreams can be revealing, like a closet opening to reveal cloaks or a ship decloaking to reveal… small-town Romulans? Honestly, this episode should probably speak it’s own truth.
Starring
Chris Rathjen as Comdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Vilock's Son and Man inside the Mirror
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson and Subcommander Vilock
Eli Mandel as Acting Security Chief Rip Stiply
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Improvised October 21st, 2018 from a suggestion by Ben Ferber via Twitter.
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Sun, 30 Dec 2018 20:12:35 +0000
The USS Sisyphus gets the drop on another Universe.
Improvised Live at the Some Theater in Chicago, IL, USA December 18, 2018
Suggestion by audience member Yike Lu.
Starring
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern
Griffen Eckstein as Rick the EEH
Dan Granata as Computer & Chief DuFarge
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Derferation President
Eli Mandel as Acting Security Cheif Rip Stipley
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem Cpt. Horma Horman
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. Spot
This episode sponsored by the Jackbox Party Pack 5.
Thanks for 200 folks! A video of this performance is available on the Improvised Star Trek Youtube page: https://youtu.be/V9tLU4gdoZw
Thu, 06 Dec 2018 17:10:13 +0000
Rita and Lorem have died of Syphilis.
Improvised September 30, 2018 from a suggestion by Justin Kavanaugh via Facebook
Staring
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King
with
Reyna Caskey as Loraine
Sean Kelley as Cow
Chris Rathjen as Constance
Gepetto, Sandra, Mertle, Frell, & Bler as themselves
We're having a special Live show to celebrate our 200th episode. Check out our website for details on how to join us in Chicago or stream the show live December 18!
Tue, 13 Nov 2018 03:59:55 +0000
This episode is a real a mindkiller, with an important message: Kids, do drugs.
Improvised October 21 from a suggestion by Ken Kreer via Facebook
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Featuring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Chodi Fosster
Eli Mandel as Security Chief Rip Stipley, Mother Sporty
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Becket Beckam
Nick Wagner as Lt. Cdr. Ch'arles Lorem, Great Caterpillar
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. Spot
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity and the Chicago Podcast Coop
Featuring music from David Lynch's Dune.
Sun, 04 Nov 2018 22:58:36 +0000
Crick meets Dracula. Finally.
Improvised November 4, 2018 from a suggestion by JJ Melcher via facebook.
Starring
Sean Kelley Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Matt Yound as Count Dracula, Renfield
Edited by Chris Rathjen
News this week:
Eli Mandel departs for Saturday Night Live (like a month ago)
Thanks to new reviewers!
Improvised Star Trek is on Spotify!
VOTE!
Mon, 22 Oct 2018 04:48:08 +0000
Confined to a parlor, the crew narrows down suspects to solve a murder case, while an eccentric ambassador doubts their methods.
Improvised on July 8, 2018 from a suggestion by David Swarles via Facebook
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern, Baker
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson,
Christopher Rathjen as Cmdr. Hayes, Butcher, Dr. F'geaux
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Lydia Whitmer, Kreblian
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. Spot,
Matt Young as Capt. Julius V. Baxter, Ambassador Rochambeau, Candlestick Maker, Lt. Greg
This episode is proudly sponsored by Overcast.
Happy Halloween, 2018 from Improvised Star Trek!
Ep 197: I Will Go Hailing No More
Mon, 08 Oct 2018 00:37:56 +0000
A breakthrough in communications causes breakdowns on the Sisyphus.
Improvised on July 1, 2018. Title suggested by Holly Hilton via Facebook.
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. Spot, Diane Swanson
Mary Cait Walthall as En. Operator, Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Eli Mandel as Lt. Jeremy Swanson, Rip Stipley
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, T'Ripp (a Vulcan)
Dan Granata as Lt. Defarge
And special guest:
Eric Scull as CommuneX 5000
Tue, 18 Sep 2018 21:31:32 +0000
The Crew gets a real fixer-upper.
Improvised February 11, 2018 from a suggestion by Brian Sebby via Facebook.
Edited by Roger Payton
Starring
Rayna Caskey as En Bobbi Intern, Sweetie Larson, Lt. Vanderson, Jenny the Barista
Eli Mandel as Rip Stiply, Kevin Larson, Jeremy Swanson, Scutty
Nick Wagner as Ch’arles Lorem, Connie the Realtor, a Barista, a Dark God
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Brie Larson, En Spot, Holographic Diane, En Mark
Sean Kelley as LtCdr Crick Watson, Barista, Starp Larson
Matt Young as Julius Valentine Baxter, Gbiv’Yuk the Starbucks manager, Bilg Larson
Sponsored by Overcast and the Chicago Podcast Co-op
Bonus: Taxi, Follow That Shuttle!
Mon, 10 Sep 2018 23:03:48 +0000
Please enjoy this week's bonus scene.
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Starring:
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley
Matt Young as Captain Baxter
"Taxi, Follow that Shuttle!" was improvised as a warm-up scene on July 22, 2018 from a suggestion by TalonLardner via Twitter.
If your IST episodes 191 or 194 sound funny (in a weird way. not in the usual way) simpy re-download the episodes on your podcast app. We had some technical issues that have since been addressed!
Check out editor Hannah Parsons with Star Trek producer Jeri Taylor in "Winter," for more details visit SeaRanchThespians.com.
Thanks to recent iTunes reviewers Bbbbbbrrrriiiii, Lt. Leordi GaForge, TonyEW63, and treeberg.
Ep 195: Encounter at PowerPoint
Sun, 02 Sep 2018 07:06:54 +0000
The crew encounter a time portal resulting in an “incident” that has altered the timeline. Now half the crew has gills and Crick and Rip are sent back to 1999 Earth to try and correct the timeline by getting a woman elected president.
Improvised July 1st 2018 from a suggestion by Timescanner via Twitter
Starring:
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Acting Security Chief Rip Stiply
Mary Cait Walthall as Ensign Operator and Beth
Julia Weiss as Rita King, Ensign Spot and Jeanine
Guest Starring:
Dan Granata as Lt. DeFarge
and Eric Scull as Ensign Chaplin
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Sponsored by Backblaze as part of the Chicago Podcast Co-op.
Ep194: Well Well Well Well Well Well Well Well
Mon, 20 Aug 2018 00:45:47 +0000
When Admiral Van Dorn comes for the Sisyphus' insextion, the crew learns they may be too professional. Rip clogs the pipes.
Improvised April 15, 2018 from a suggestion by David Swarles via Facebook
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Starring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, a Gremblar
Eli Mandel as Security Chief Rip Stiply
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, T.O.N.Y., a Gremblar
Meredith Stepian as Admiral Van Dorn, a Gremblar
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, En. Operator, a Gremblar
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Spot, a Gremblar
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, a Gremblar
Sponsored by Overcast; a member of the Chicago Podcast Co-op
Ep 193: A Mild Case of Omniphobia
Mon, 06 Aug 2018 02:57:15 +0000
Fear overtakes the Sisyphus at an inopportune moment. Can the crew overcome their worries in time for a conference with the Klingons and Romulan Star Empire?
This episode was improvised on May 27, 2018 from a suggestion by Myrl Wallace via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern, Klingon, Romulan
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Klingon, Romulan
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite B. Hayes, K'orbo, Romulan
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Klingon, Romulan
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius V. Baxter, Klingon
This episode is sponsored by Overcast as part of the Chicago Podcast Co-op.
Ep 192: This Ship Ain't Big Enough for the Two of Me
Tue, 24 Jul 2018 22:19:25 +0000
Duplicity abounds aboard the Sisyphus as the performance reviews roll in.
Starring:
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Rich Alfonso as Lt. Darius Mercury, Snip Snipley
Matt Young as Captain Baxter, Lt. Greg
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Lt. Jeremy Swanson
Rayna Caskey as Ensign Bobbi Intern
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes, Lt. Bronson
Ep 191: 6000 Degrees of Separation
Mon, 09 Jul 2018 02:53:32 +0000
When a planet with a dying atmosphere needs saving, Crick has a plan. Also Bobbi has a plan. And Lorem has plan. And Lt. Mercury has a plan. It's a plan rich day.
Improvised on February 15, 2018 from a suggestion by Cameron Witham (@blockpastmaple) via twitter
Starring
Rich Alfonso as Lt. Mercury
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Acting Security Chief Rip Stipley
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Ch'arles Lorem
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius V. Baxter
Sponsored by Overcast and the Chicago Podcast Coop
Sun, 01 Jul 2018 23:35:44 +0000
Ermahgerd
Starring
Mary Cait Walthall as Derkter Zerlern Zernerner
Julia Weiss as Lerternern Reter Kerng
Improvised June 24, 2018 from a suggestion by Tyson Thorp via Facebook.
Edited by Chris Rathjen
News:
Matt Young (Captain Baxter) has appeared on the 15 Minutes With Lincoln podcast
Eric Scull (Producer) has a new podcast HR Unconfidential
Mary Cait Walthall has a Go Fund Me for her training at London's Embodies Poetics School
We're a year behind on thanking people for iTunes reviews! Sorry, we really appreciate it everyone!
Ep 190: The Doctor is in...Space
Sun, 24 Jun 2018 19:31:05 +0000
During a spacewalk, Dr. Zonalzon is abducted by inspirational space entities and is forced to reassess her love life and goats… I mean goals!
Improvised on May 20th 2018 from a suggestion by Robert Boileau via Twitter
Starring:
Chris Rathjen as Comdr. Corbomite Hayes, GOAT
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem, T'ripp, GOAT
Eli Mandel as Acting Security Chief Rip Stiply, GOAT
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Spot, GOAT
And Special Guest Dan Granata as an unnamed ensign, inspirational space entity aka GOAT and Lt. Defarge.
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Sponsored by Overcast as part of the Chicago Podcast Co-op
Wed, 13 Jun 2018 16:39:58 +0000
Doug has an A********. Good Business; Good Starfleet.
Improvised on May 6, 2018 from a suggestion by Justin Lipsitz via Facebook
Starring
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern, Doug
Sean Kelley as Lt.Cdr. Crick Watson
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Old Doug
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as En. Operator, Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Doug
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Doug, Bennigans Waitress, TGID Waitress, a child
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter, Doug, En. Terwilliger, Lt. Greg
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Sponsored by Overcast as part of the Chicago Podcast Co-op
Mon, 28 May 2018 05:17:40 +0000
On board a shuttlecraft returning from an astrometrics conference, the crew spends time getting to know one another better. Until it seems that a nearby star is following them...
This episode was improvised on November 26, 2017 from a suggestion by TehBorg (@strtrk1701) on Twitter.
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Acting Security Chief Rip Stipley
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Admiral C. Hayes
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius V. Baxter
This episode is sponsored by Overcast via the Chicago Podcast Co-Op.
Bonus: He Has the Whole World in His Pants
Mon, 21 May 2018 15:26:40 +0000
In this flashback to the early days of their relationship, Rip and Zarlene boldy balance career, romance, and veneral civilizations.
Improvised August 6, 2017 from a suggestion by Duke DeRiven via Facebook.
Featuring
Eli Mandel as Acting Security Chief Rip Stiply
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter
edited by Chris Rathjen
News:
Come see us onstage June 2 at the opening of Juggernaut Film Festival with their guest of honor Gates McFadden, aka Dr. Beverly Crusher!
Thanks to everyone who came out and saw us at C2E2!
Ep 187: Scoop Ye Hydrogen While Ye May
Mon, 14 May 2018 00:18:43 +0000
The inexorable march of time catches up to Lt. DeFarge and En. Bobbi, while Corbomite, Lorem, and Rip recapture the lost feelings of youth.
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Dan Granata as DeFarge
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes, Dr. F'geaux
Rayna Caskey as Ensign Bobbi
Eli Mandel as Jeremy Swanson, Lt. Rip Stipley
Ep 186: My Dinner with Androids
Mon, 30 Apr 2018 19:47:45 +0000
Crick Wines, Dines, and Brings Onlines.
Improvised on October 21, 2017 from a suggestion by Michael Greenhut via Facebook
Sponsored by Overcast, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Ep 185: Melts in Your Mouth, Not Someone Else's Mouth
Sun, 15 Apr 2018 17:43:50 +0000
When Zarlene gets bored and develops prank candy that melts in your mouth not someone else's mouth, the side effects harden into literal statues of her fears. Meanwhile, a very important ambassador is on board and the man Zarlene “secretly” loves tortures a stranger who, it may turn out, is pranking the ship the hardest!
Improvised September 24th, 2017 from a suggestion by Robert Fontenot via Facebook
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Featuring
Matt Young as Captain Baxter and Lt. Greg
Chris Rathjen as Comdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Acting Security Chief Rip Stiply
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King and Ambassador Gladys
And Special Guest Hannah Parsons as the tortured prize winner.
Sponsored by Overcast
Mon, 02 Apr 2018 03:09:34 +0000
Holes begin appearing in the USS Sisyphus and the chain of command. Can the crew spot the difference between survival and destruction, or will the turning tables leave them without a deck to stand on?
Improvised on March 18, 2018 from a suggestion by Kade-Mica David Battles via Facebook
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Starring
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern
Sean Kelly as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Lt. Jeremy Swanson
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes; Lt. Bronson
Mike Stephen as En. Bardok
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter, Billy Swanson
Featuring music from the Star Trek TNG soundtrack;
and Tinnitus Dance by Dancefloor is Lava.
Sponsored by Swap.com as part of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Bonus: Burgermeisters of Toyotathon
Sun, 25 Mar 2018 21:23:54 +0000
Captain Baxter and Rip get in over their heads when the captain decides to drive away in a Toyota Pathfinder.
Improvised February 4, 2018 from a suggestion via @ChampionHack on Twitter
Edited by Eli Mandel
Starring:
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley
Matt Young as Julius V. Baxter
News for March 25, 2018
- Thanks to all who came out to our 3/19 live show! Photos can be found on our Flickr
- We are performing April 7 @ 6pm at C2E2!
- We were featured on WGN Radio's "Outside the Loop" episode 597 (7min30sec timestamp)
- Thanks to all who listened to Crownin' Around, Eli's amazing podcast!
- We reached 2,378 followers on Twitter! Thank you so much for your support.
Ep 183: First Emergency Contact
Mon, 19 Mar 2018 02:25:32 +0000
The Sisyphus Crew may find weathering a storm-ravaged planet to be as difficult as weathering the quirks of interpersonal relationships.
This episode was improvised on February 4, 2018 from a suggestion by Holly Hilton via Facebook
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Sean Kelley - Crick Watson
Eli Mandel - Rip Stipley, General Borlamus, Soccer Fed
Nick Wagner - Ch'arles Lorem, Terran, Soccer Fed, Subcommander T'Kall
Mary Cait Walthall - Ensign Operator, Zarlene Zonalzon, Soccer Fed
Matt Young - Captain Baxter
This episode is proudly supported by SimpleCast through the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Mon, 05 Mar 2018 19:09:30 +0000
When chore day rolls around, Cmdrs. Hayes and Watson head to the laundromat.
Featuring
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Hayes
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson
Julia Weiss as Barb
Mary Cait Walthall as Maggie
Eli Mandel as Yeoman Devin
Mon, 05 Mar 2018 15:49:51 +0000
Lorem and Bobbi crap open a cold one*.
*recursive paradox
Improvised February 11, 2018 from a suggestion via @nerdlunch
Includes News for March 3, 2018
- Improvised Star Trek is playing live this year at C2E2! April 7 at 6:30
- Eli Mandel has a new podcast of his own, "Crowning Around"
- We've been receiving a lot of great Fan Art lately and we love it!
- We've also got a show incognito on March 19!* DM us on Twitter or Facebook for details
*An earlier version of the bonus said March 18. It is in fact March 19!
Ep 181: Two's Company, Three's a Collective Hivemind
Mon, 19 Feb 2018 08:21:01 +0000
Picture this: Captain Baxter and Dr. Zonzalzon meet a hologram with a full head of heads.
Improvised February 4, 2018 from a suggestion by Joe Redhead
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Starring
Sean Kelley as Crick Watson, Holographic Ensign Jones
Eli Mandel as Holographic Captain Forrester, Rip Stiply
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall Dr. Zarlene Zonzalzon
Matt Young Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg
Sponsored by the Second City Training Center and the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Ep 180: Oops, I am Become Death, Destroyer of Worlds
Sun, 04 Feb 2018 22:54:35 +0000
Oops, Crick did it again. Played god with a world, gave gifts to the crew. Oh Rita, Rita. Oops, now Commands up for grabs, but when starfleet shows up, no one is innocent.
Featuring
Rayna Caskey as Bertha
Jack Felker as Kate or Katie, Cdr. Justine
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Lt. Jeremy Swanson
Mary Cait Walthall as Lt. Cecile Operator
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Baklavar
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Sponsored by Second City via the Chicago Podcast Coop
Sun, 21 Jan 2018 17:17:30 +0000
Ep 179: A Lorem in Winter
Lending medical aid to Lorem’s home planet of Trill, the Sisyphus crew find themselves embroiled in a violent fight for succession. Whoever becomes emperor will have a tummy to fill with royal worminess and that's apparently the "none-offensive" way of saying that so feel free to un-clench your butts.
Featuring
Matt Young as Captain Baxter and Bardos Lorem
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson and Shmax
Eli Mandel as Acting Security Chief Rip Stiply and Valcomer
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon and Henrietta Lorem
And Special Guest Eunji Kim as Ensgn Pie Hole and Aquitaine Lorem
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Improvised December 10th, 2017 from a suggestion by Tracy Holt via Facebook
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Ep 178: The Secret of Space Station Alpha
Mon, 08 Jan 2018 11:51:48 +0000
The Sisyphus crew answer a distress call whose sender may be more than meets the eye. Ensign Operator really shines on an away mission. Crewpersons left behind on board commiserate, and break out the puff paint!
This episode was improvised on October 15, 2017 from a suggestion by Brian Sebby via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern
James Dugan as Zax, Lt. Amber
Mike Geraghty as Glormp, En. Pickett
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon, En. Operator
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius V. Baxter, Phaser Ensign, Transport Chief
Sponsored by Overcast
Special thanks: Marie Kondo for her Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up
Tue, 02 Jan 2018 02:49:29 +0000
Happy New Year! The cast and crew pick their favorite episodes of 2017.
Background music from Smooth Federation by Alexander Alan
Ep 177: Baby, It's Old Outside
Sun, 24 Dec 2017 21:41:31 +0000
Captain Baxter's quest for the perfect Christmas mission is a resounding success, assuming your family traditions include cabin fever and existential dread.
Improvised on 9/3/2017. Title suggested by Nat Blackburn via Twitter
Matt Young as Captain Baxter
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes, Dirk Snowman
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzo
Eli Mandel as Lt. Rip Stipley, Doug Snowman
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Mr. Snowman
Julia Weiss as Ensign Spot, Jiminy
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson, Steve Snowman
Ep 176: What Does God Need With An Internship
Mon, 11 Dec 2017 16:42:32 +0000
It's a normal day when Rip & Bobbi try to keep the new intern occupied, but the USS Sisyphus may be about to experience a divine internvention.
Improvised November 5, 2017 from a suggestion by Brian Sebby via Facebook.
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Featuring
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern
Sean Kelly as Lt. Cdr.Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Lt. Jeremy Swanson, Cockney Bartender
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Lt. Bronson
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Matt Young as Billy Swanson
With Special Guest Ashkahn Jahromi as "Terse Skipley"
Sponsored by Simplecast a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Featuring a special bonus Mini-sode "Strongarm Armstrong and the Strongest Arm," improvised from a suggestion by Nat Blackburn
Tue, 28 Nov 2017 00:13:14 +0000
A mysterious discovery from Earth's past sends the Sisyphus back in time. But a new commander may be concealing a zip best left unzopped.
Improvised June 21, 2017 from a suggestion by @blinovich via Twitter
Edited by Roger Payton
Sponsored by Overcast as part of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Ep 174: Mama said there'd be Data's like this
Sun, 12 Nov 2017 16:52:45 +0000
When a care package from Admiral Hayes contains a top of the line Federation android, Captain Baxter reassigns Lt. Comdr. Watson to patrol the corridors with security. Will this new android render the crew obsolete or will Lt. Comdr. Watson secure everyone’s jobs by exposing a flourishing drug ring?
Improvised August 6th, 2017 from a suggestion by Ron Harvey Jr. via Facebook
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Starring:
Matt Young as Captain Baxter
Chris Rathjen as Comdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Acting Security Chief Rip Stiply
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Comdr James and Ensign Lacky
With Special Guest Brian Holden as Info
This episode is sponsored by Cards Against Humanity.
Ep 173: Happy Holo-ween! Tales from the Holodeck
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 05:36:46 +0000
The Sisyphus crew regale each other with scary stories. It soon becomes clear that certain sinister elements overlap...
Improvised on September 3rd, 2017 from a suggestion by Katie Utke via Facebook
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Buddy, Rocker
Eli Mandell as Rip Stipley, Skip, Borg
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Rick
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Borg, Cpt. Benjamin Sisko
Julia Weiss as Ensign Spot, Amanda, Moon
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Ace, Rocker
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius V. Baxter, Lt. Greg, Thomas Riker
With Special Guest Appearance by Shad Kunkle as Lt. Gary Williamson
This episode is sponsored by Cards Against Humanity.
Mon, 16 Oct 2017 03:14:17 +0000
Captain Baxter explores a bleak future where Corbo and Rita are finally on the same page.
Impovised on July 9, 2017. Title suggested by Robert Fontenot via Facebook.
Featuring:
Matt Young as Captain Baxter, Cmdr. Greg
Julia Weiss as Cmdr. Rita King, Captain Starling Mastro
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson
Nick Wagner as Cmdr. Ch'arles Lorem
Chris Rathjen as Super Admiral Corbomite Hayes
Eli Mandel as Acting Admiral Rip Stipley, Jeremy Swanson
Rayna Caskey as Janelle
Bonus: No, Mr. Baxter, I Expect You to Pie!
Sun, 08 Oct 2017 07:20:05 +0000
Rip has the Captain right where he wants him, and is prepared to go all the way for the Sisyphus' command codes.
This episode was improvised as a warm-up scene on September 3, 2017 from a suggestion by Matthew Thomas Antosh via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Eli Mandel as Acting Security Chief Rip Stipley
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King
Matt Young as Captain Julius V. Baxter
News and Announcements:
The next full episode of IST will be released 10/15/2017. Then, the following episode on 10/29.
Check out Eli Mandel on the MBSing Podcast, talking about his passion for Jackie Chan.
Mon, 25 Sep 2017 19:07:26 +0000
Rayvek's seven year itch has the crew on pins and salves. But will the USS Sisyphus's latest rescue mission lead to Vulcan hello, or some other discovery?
Improvised Mat 21, 2017 from a suggestion by @CountCarver via twitter.
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Featuring
Rayna Caskey as En. Bobbi Intern
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr Crick Watson, Delphine Chancellor
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. Spot, Vilek
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity through the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Featuring music from Star Trek: The Next Generation
Ep 170: Stranded in the Subspace of Love
Mon, 11 Sep 2017 18:27:42 +0000
When Baxter & Rayvek find themselves stranded in subspace, the rest of the crew end up rudderless. There’s some ugly crying in here.
Improvised on May 14, 2017 from a suggestion Paul Nichols via Facebook
Edited by Roger Payton
Featuring
Dan Granata as Jeb, DeFarge, Arboretum Punk
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek, Arboretum Punk
Sean Kelley as Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Zeke, Rip Stipley, Jeremy Swanson
Nick Wagner as Ch’arles Lorem, a Ferengi
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter, Greg, Arboretum Punk, a Ferengi
Featuring music from "Cuttin the Mullet" by the South Austin Jug Band
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Tue, 29 Aug 2017 09:02:59 +0000
A quantum entanglement threatens to endanger the crew of the Sisyphus and takes root right where it hurts most - within the ship's handheld loose meat. DuFarge and Lorem get to know each other. Rip upgrades his communicator.
This episode was improvised on May 14, 2017 from a suggestion by Joel Svensson via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek, British Child
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Lt. Carl, Historian
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius V. Baxter, Lt. Greg, Federation President
Eli Mandell as Rip Stipley, Luis
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, British Child
Dan Granata as Lt. DuFarge
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Chicago Podcast Co-Op
Ep 168: The Skeleton Was Inside You All Along
Sun, 13 Aug 2017 23:23:54 +0000
When a talent-stealing alien visits the USS Sisyphus...oh no, he took my skills at writing episode summaries!
Improvised April 2, 2017 from a suggestion by Joe Redhead via Facebook
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Starring
Rayna Caskey as Ensign Bobbi Intern
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek
Sean Kelley as Lt.Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Acting Security Chief Rip Stipley
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Scooter
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter, Gorbulus, Greg
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Featuring Music from The Best of Jazz Vibes
Ep 167: Like Literally Forever
Sun, 30 Jul 2017 15:27:35 +0000
Ep 167: Like Literally Forever
Captain Baxter steps on some sentient grass on an alien world and gets sentenced to another stint in a mind-prison. Meanwhile, the crew cascades through his mind palaces with LITERAL abandon.
Improvised May 28th, 2017 from a suggestion by John Godwin via Facebook
Featuring:
Matt Young as Captain Baxter, Greg and Reporter
Chris Rathjen as Comdr. Corbomite Hayes and Alien
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem and Alien
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Acting Chef Rip Stiply, Lt. Jeremy Swanson, Publisher and Alien
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon and Alien
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Henrietta the Wish Queen Fairy and Henrietta the sick child
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Mon, 17 Jul 2017 03:43:15 +0000
When Rayvek takes a break from her counseling duties, the rest of the crew follows her lead and takes a break...from their sanity
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Lt. Rayvek
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zonalzon
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson, Holographic Abraham Lincoln
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Hayes, Stock Suburban Character
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Rayna Caskey as Intern Bobbi
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Spot
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Brandon, Brandina
Bonus: It's Earth Day Ch'arlie Lorem
Tue, 11 Jul 2017 19:48:38 +0000
Lorem embraces other peoples' heritage.
Improvised as a warm-up on April 2, 2014 from a title by Ryan Soto on Facebook
Starring
Sean Kelley as Crick Watson
Nick Wagner as Ch'arles Lorem
Featuring
Rayna Caskey as Intern Bobbi
Eleanor Hollingsworth as an Ensign
Eli Mandel as Rip Stiply
Chris Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes
Plus The News:
Thanks for all the iTunes Reviews! Keep 'em coming!
Music: Jupiter by Gustav Holst, performed by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. Well done Juno Mission!
Mon, 03 Jul 2017 23:59:01 +0000
Corbomite, Rita, & Ch'arles go antiquing, but will the real steal be a vintage endtable, or the theft of their futures?
Improvised on February 26, 2017 from a suggestion by Saskia Slottje on Facebook
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek, Ujevenivia
Sean Kelley as Lt.Cdr Crick Watson, Horace
Christopher Rathjen as Gerard, Cdr. Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Julia Weiss as Rougie, Lt. Rita King, Cordelphia
The Sponges as Themselves
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Podcast Coop
Ep 164: The Stupidest Planet in the World
Sun, 18 Jun 2017 17:22:52 +0000
There is more below the surface when the Sisyphus encounters a group of Federation hopefuls. Rip and Lorem begin adjusting to their new roles on the ship, Crick takes a side-job, and Intern Bobbi intercepts some interesting transmissions.
Improvised March 19, 2017 from a suggestion by Mckenzie Alexander Boyle via Facebook
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring
Rayna Caskey as Intern Bobbi, Deeny
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek
Sean Kelley as Gerlis, Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandell as Rip Stipley, Jeremy Swanson, Dad
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite B. Hayes
Nick Wagner - Clorvis, Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary-Cait Walthall - En. Operator, Jeeny, Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Matt Young - Melvis, Lt. Greg, Cpt. Baxter
This episode is sponsored by Field Notes Brand through the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Sun, 04 Jun 2017 21:40:11 +0000
Rip takes Ch'arles and Crick to his home away from home on the range, while Counselor Rayvek helps the crew face the varmints within.
Improvised February 12, 2017, from a suggestion by Scott Morales via Facebook.
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Featuring
Rayna Caskey as Bobbi the Intern, Lupe the (Holo)wolf
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek, Jonathan the (Holo)wolf
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Lt. Jeremy Swanson
Nick Wagner as Ch'arles Lorem, Holographic King Kong
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Mama (Holo)wolf
Sponsored by Know Your Company, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Thu, 25 May 2017 00:23:34 +0000
Talents emerge and a new crew member starts at the most important location on the ship: Starboards.
Rayna Caskey joins the cast as Ensign Bobbie Intern!
Also, you can see Chris, Sean, and Julia at the Cards Against Humanity Live! show at the Greenhouse Theater on Friday April 26th.
https://www.greenhousetheater.org/cardsagainsthumanitylive
Tue, 09 May 2017 02:46:35 +0000
Ensign Operator gets major warning signs when the Sisyphus encounters the Maulvic Empire, which has a pretty sweet ski slope, brah.
Improvised January 8th 2017 from a suggestion by Lyara Malv via Facebook
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Featuring
Mary Cait Walthall as Ensign Operator, Dr. Zonalzon
Matt Young as Capt. Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg
Chris Rathjen as Captain Gordo, Holographic Abraham Lincoln, Holographic Matt Smith
Eli Mandel as Maulvic Lieutenant
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Sponsored by Field Notes brand
Some music by Thievery Corporation
Bonus Episode: The Three Pip Club
Mon, 01 May 2017 17:43:17 +0000
Enjoy this lost episode from 2013, 2373, when the crew get embroiled in a seedy starbase ensign fighting ring.
Improvised from a suggestion by Justin Kavanaugh
Scored by Dan Granta
Starring
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Ensign Lackey, Cpt. Alistaire Cookie
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Bouncer, MC
Irene Marquette as Lt. Lady Cola, Cocktail Waitress
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Ensign Ch'arles Lorem, Cdr. Manny Chartruse
Julia Weiss as Cdr. Moe Philmore
Mon, 17 Apr 2017 11:00:00 +0000
Space & buckets, together at last.
Improvised December 18. 2016 from a suggestion Rob Taffen
Edited by Roger Payton
Griffen Eckstein as James T. Jamms
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Ray ek
Sean Kelly as LtCdr. Crick Watson
Irene Marquette as En Holga
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Matt Young as Cpt Julius V Baxter
Sponsored by Know Your Company, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Tue, 04 Apr 2017 23:13:24 +0000
The Cheloxian diplomatic mission, if that's even the right word for whatever this is, is getting complicated as Cmdr. Hayes and the crew try to decide whether they're really feeling what they ought to be feeling by this point in a diplomatic encounter. Meanwhile, Counselor Rayvek explores the relationship between Ch'arles and Lorem.
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes
Eli Mandel as Cheloxian Prime Minister
Mary Cait Walthall as Prittania and Ensign Operator
Sean Kelly as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek and Porter
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Bonus: Elementary, My Dear Crick Watson
Thu, 30 Mar 2017 20:28:20 +0000
A special bonus episode, suggested by Ben Syn. Improvised on March 19, 2017.
Sun, 19 Mar 2017 23:11:00 +0000
Words can kill! But what else can they do? ...When the Sisyphus transports one of the Federation's top-ranked poets, a rivalry may spell bad things for the crew. Meanwhile, Rip Stipley finds himself in a different kind of prison...
This episode was improvised on October 2, 2016 from a suggestion by Eddie Krakhmalnikov via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Rayna Caskey as Mrs. Buttersbee
Eli Mandell as Rip Stipley, Lt. Jeremy Swanson, Cockney Bartender
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, En. Operator, Computer
Matt Young as Captain Julius V. Baxter, Lt. Greg, Cockney Rough, Audience Member
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity via the Chicago Podcast Co-Op.
Ep 158: Constantly on the Moon like a Shark
Sun, 05 Mar 2017 16:49:21 +0000
Responding to a distress call on a distant moon, the crew finds themselves treading water in the salty space ocean of their deepest fears. They'd probably all drown too but their cultural insensitivity to Rayvek and Tricorder 7Plus's keep them buoyed with self-importance. SHARK!!!
Recorded on April 17th 2016 from a suggestion by Joel Svenson via facebook
Featuring
Matt Young as Captain Baxter, Lt. Greg, Distress Caller, Martha
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon, Distress Caller and Moon Person
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek, R'Vella and Distress Caller
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem, David Carlile
Eli Mandel as Acting Security Guard Rip Stiply, Jeremy Swanson and Distress Caller
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Music from the Jaws soundtrack composed by John Williams
Mon, 20 Feb 2017 03:26:48 +0000
Will sparks fly when Rip and Rita crash land, or will the rest of the crew just stop responding to messages and totally ghost them for no apparent reason I mean why even bother swiping right if you won't even send a message to the person you swiped right on?
Improvised on December 11, 2016, from a suggestion from @engrpe on Twitter.
Featuring:
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Fairy with a Nice Face
Eli Mandel as Acting Chef Rip Stipley
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Matt Young as Captain Julius V. Baxter
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Edited by Nick Wagner
Ep 156: Rescue Dog: The Dog That Rescues People
Mon, 06 Feb 2017 12:00:00 +0000
Lt. Son faces his greatest test yet. Testing.
Improvised July 24th, 2016 from a suggestion by Tyson Thorp via Facebook
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Son, Lt. Lackey
Dleanor Hollingsworth Counselor Rayvek, R'Vella
Sean Kelly as Lt. Carl, Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Cardassian
Eli Mandel as R.D., Rip Stipley
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Past Proctor, Guild President, Dr. F'gaux
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King
Matt Young Cpt. Julius V. Baxter, The Proctor
Ep 155: Beam Me Up Before You Go Girl
Mon, 23 Jan 2017 12:00:00 +0000
The crew experiences trials, both in space and planet side, I do declare.
Improvised on November 16, 2016 from a suggestion by David Quinn via Facebook
Featuring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr Crick Watson, J.A.G. Beauregard T. Dixison
Eli Mandel as Headman, Lt. Jeremy Swanson, Acting Lawyer Rip Stipley
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalson
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, as part of the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Bonus: Acting CAPTAIN Rip Stiply
Wed, 18 Jan 2017 13:00:00 +0000
Rip brings it in.
Improvised on January 8, 2017 from a suggestion by Rob Coffin
Featuring
Eli Mandel as Rip Stiply
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter
News
- We won an Audioverse award for Best Sound Engineering
- Julia Weiss won an Audioverse award for Best Performance(Actress)
- Matt You an Audioverse award for Best Performance(Actor)
- We're on the latest Small Town Horror podcast!
Mon, 09 Jan 2017 10:10:16 +0000
An unexpected vessel brings unexpected complications for the Sisyphus; Lieutenant DuFarge has his day; Corbomite and Lorem take a walking tour.
This episode was improvised on October 23, 2016 from a title suggestion by Joe Redhead via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Sherman Edwards as Brian Hemsworth
Dan Granata as Lt. DuFarge, Cdr. Toro
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, On*Lt.
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius V. Baxter, EMH, Lt. Greg
This episode is sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Chicago Podcast Co-Op.
Special Thanks to Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Gary Usher, and Fred Fassert.
Ep 153: The Starship that Couldn't Slow Down
Sun, 25 Dec 2016 19:58:43 +0000
The Ferengi's attack during contest week, winning the Sisyphus crew a ship careening out of control. Oh and don't forget it's Christmas and the new Captain has banned use of the replicators. If it weren't for the magic of science this episode would be grimmer than Tiny Tim's prospects.
Improvised September 4th, 2016 from a suggestion by Joe TeamValor Grönroos via Facebook
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Featuring
Matt Young as Captain Baxter, Lt. Greg, Ferengi 3
Chris Rathjen as Comdr. Corbomite Hayes, Scooter
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem, Ferengi 1
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson, Jewish Engineer
Eli Mandel as Acting Chef Rip Stiply, Ferengi 2, Tiny Tim Engineer
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon, Ensgn. Operator
Guest Starring
Allison Ringhand as Barb Sandgwick
Ads voiced by Samuel Parsons
Ep 152: Fire: The Greatest Invention of All Time
Mon, 12 Dec 2016 05:12:49 +0000
The Romulans are up to some sneaky time tricks, so Ensign Operator needs to teach cavemen to play with fire, but without a poker... Get it? Poker? POKE ER? GET IT?
Mat Young as Captain Baxter, Lt. Greg
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Hayes, Caveman, Romulan Trickster
Mary Cait Walthall as Ensign Operator
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson, Caveman
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Sub-Commander Tichel, Caveman
Eli Mandel as Acting Chef Rip Stipley, Romulan Commander, Thag
Mon, 28 Nov 2016 04:36:56 +0000
Rip and Lorem find themselves in a real pickle. By which we mean penis.
Improvised on October 9, 2016 from a suggestion by Tyson Thorpe via Facebook.
Featuring
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley
Rayna Caskey as Kelly the Intern
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dong Oligarch, Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Julia Weiss as Dong Oligarch, Lt. Rita King, Ashley, En. Spot
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter
Sponsored by Emporium, a member of the Chicago Podcast Co-Op
Get Free Drinks and tokens at http://emporiumchicago.com/cpc/
E150: Oh the Places You'll Boldly Go!
Mon, 14 Nov 2016 13:00:00 +0000
When a career counselor drops by, the crew begins to contemplate their sunny futures.
Improvised August 28, 2016 from a suggestion by Joel Svenson via facebook.
Sponsored by Basecamp, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek
Sean Kelly as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Rip Stiply
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Lauren Walker as Psydkick the PsychicMary Cait Walthall as En. Operator, Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. Spot, En. Engineering
Bonus: You Get a Spirit Animal! You Get a Spirit Animal! Everyone Gets a Spirit Animal!
Tue, 08 Nov 2016 04:29:29 +0000
News for Nov. 7th!
Many thanks to NerdCon for inviting us to participate and perform in their wonderful convention this year.
Eli Mandel is performing his solo comedy show "Crownin' Around" on Wednesdays in November at the iO theater. It is sure to be hilarious, and more details can be found in the link below:
http://ioimprov.com/chicago/show/crownin-around-solo-comedy-performance-show-king/2016-11-02/
Check out Eric Scull chatting with Pats in PatTrek, discussing the Season 2 TNG episode The Royale.
And many thanks to all of our recent iTunes reviewers! Your reviews warm our hearts and our worms.
Ep 149: Guess Who's Coming to Flok'Narr
Mon, 31 Oct 2016 21:30:53 +0000
A promising invitation finds its way to the Sisyphus. Rip makes preparations for his future. The people of Flok'Narr may not be *quite* what they seem... or are they?
Improvised on December 13, 2015 from a suggestion by Dillon Lee via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Blagnar the Magnificent, Smart Babe
Shad Kunkle as The Admiral
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Emmanuel Hounini, Babe #2, Hunk, Lt. Jeremy Swanson
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite B. Hayes, Von Bronson
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, The Absolver
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, David Coppervell, Christiana Angelle, Talamia
Matt Young as Captain Julius V. Baxter, Damien, Lt. Greg, Babe #3
This episode is brought to you by Cards Against Humanity through the Chicago Podcast Co-Op.
Happy Halloween! From the Cast & Crew of Improvised Star Trek.
Wed, 26 Oct 2016 13:48:08 +0000
Performed live at NerdCon Stories 2016!
Featuring:
Dan Granata as Computer, Sound Wizard, Klingon Navigator
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson, Klingon Sub-Sub-Commander
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Klingon Commander
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Rayvek
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King
Eli Mandel as Acting Doctor Rip Stipley
Mon, 10 Oct 2016 03:04:24 +0000
The crew gets down in the muck with some real raw and gritty opera, while the local inhabitants learn the value of hard labor.
Improvised on July 24, 2016. Title suggested by Derek Koshinski.
Featuring:
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr Crick Watson
Matt Young as Captain Baxter, Sally
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon, Debora the Native
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counsellor Rayvek, Stephanie the Native
Nick Wagner as Ch'arles Lorem, Donald the Native
Griffen Eckstein as Fritz Fassbinder
Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Hayes, Scooter
Bonus: The Mind of the Sisyphus
Mon, 03 Oct 2016 12:00:00 +0000
Counselor Rayvek tries to figure out what's on the ship's mind, seeing as how she's on its deck.
Featuring
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek
Griffen Eckstein as Fritz Fassbinder
& Iona Kelley as Sisyfritz Jr.
Improvised July 24,2016 from a suggestion by Makenzie Alexander Boyle
News
- Check out new podcast The Probe! A comedic documentary examining a Student Counsel election produced by IST members Matt Young & Hannah Parsons; and former guests Lisa Burton and Mary Beth Smith
- We have details on NerdCon Stories October 14 & 15
There's a live performance Saturday night;
Improv workshops taught by the cast Friday and Saturday;
IST cast will be panels with amazing speakers;
Matt Young will be part of a lipsync battle!;
Eli Mandel will be part of a Puppet Murder Mystery;
Check out all the other amazing guests!
Get Tickets here! https://www.con-tix.com/nerdcon-stories-2016#/tickets
Ep 147: The Time that Land Forgot
Tue, 27 Sep 2016 15:42:57 +0000
Fritz and Cecile have a heart-to-heart. The bridge crew combats their fears. The away team gets more than they bargained for when taking shelter from a storm...
Improvised June 26, 2016 from a suggestion by @RuebensPeopleCo
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Fritz Fassbinder, Leopold Lackey, Mailman Mikhail
Sean Kelley as Crick Watson, A Stiplishit
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Lt. Jeremy Swanson, A Stiplishit
Chris Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes, Ranger Andro, A Stiplishit
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem, Ranger Solitude, A Stiplishit
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon, E. Operator, A Stiplishit
Matt Young as Julius V. Baxter, Lt. Greg
Introducing Iona Kelley as Sisyfritz Jr.
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Iconic Trek Sounds courtesy of TrekCore.com; Music From Star Trek:TNG composed by Dennis McCarthy and Ron Jones
Tue, 20 Sep 2016 18:53:39 +0000
Fritz shows Rip who's boss. Also who's Rump.
Improvised June 26 from a suggestion by Joe Redhead via Facebook.
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Fritz Fassbinder
Eli Mandel as Rip/Rump Stiply/Stumply
Matt Young as Captain Julius V. Baxter
News:
- We'll be NerdCon Stories 2016! See our full schedule here.
- Thanks to all the new iTunes Reviews!
- Check out this video from cast member Mary Cait Walthall and guest Lisa Burton on the iO Comedy Network! It's Magic!
Thu, 15 Sep 2016 16:06:27 +0000
Captain Baxter tasks Commander Hayes with exterminating a flying squirrel.
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Chief Engineer Fritz Fassbinder
Chris Rathjen as Commander Corbomite Hayes
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter
Improvised as a warm-up July 24th from a suggestion by Byron Walthall.
News:
- Improvised Star Trek has over One Million downloads! Thanks so much to everyone who listened and spread the word. It's been a wonderful voyage.
- Improvised Star Trek won the Parsec Award for Best Speculative Fiction Comedy Podcast! We're honored!
- We'll be performing live at Nerdcon Stories October 14-15th in Minneapolis!
Ep 146: Stop in the Name of the Love King!
Mon, 12 Sep 2016 05:15:26 +0000
The Crew of the Sisyphus visit the court of the Love King on the Planet of Love, while Counselor Rayvek experiences the Vulcan condition known as FO'MO.
Improvised on June 12 from a suggestion by Jason Stohler via facebook.
Edited by Roger Payton
Featuring
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Shallot, Counselor Rayvek
Sean Kelly as Admiral Damocles, Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Cockney Bartender
Eli Mandel as Rip Stiply, Rutabega, Lt. Jeremy Swanson
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, The Love King, Dr. F'Gaux
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, TT'Rip
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Aubergine
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, part of the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Ep 145: Squircle: Part Square, Part Circle
Mon, 29 Aug 2016 05:16:41 +0000
The crew led by Cdr. Hayes encounter a unique life form, which may have hostile intentions. A courtship ritual takes center stage.
This episode was improvised on July 31, 2016. Title suggested by Tyson Thorp via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Squircle, Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbender, Lt. Leopold Lackey, Lt. Son
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandell as Acting Rip Stipley, Rhombus
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Trhombus
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, En. Operator, Triangle
This episode is sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Chicago Podcast Co-Op.
Check out Talking Games.
Bonus: Alien V. Predator, Esq.
Wed, 24 Aug 2016 15:06:10 +0000
This week's news:
Many thanks to the Chicago Nerd Comedy festival and all of the folks who came to see our show there this year!
We are now a finalist in the Parsec Awards!
Check out Eric Scull talking about one of his favorite movies, Frequency, on the Cinescope podcast.
https://www.thecinescopepodcast.com/2016/08/18/episode-3-frequency/
Join us at NerdCon Stories in Minneapolis this October, where we'll be doing a show, panels, a workshop, and more!
Ep 144: Codename: Ensign Danger
Sun, 14 Aug 2016 21:21:03 +0000
The crew can't keep a lid on it when a special ops officer arrives for a secret mission.
Improvised on May 29th 2016. Title suggested by Mackenzie Alexander Boyle via Facebook.
Edited by Nick Wagner
Featuring
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter, Squagular
Christopher Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes, Voletrawn
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Katie Schutte as Ensign Manger, Quabar
Sean Kelly as Crick Watson, Admiral
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Kreamer
This episode is brought to you by Inventables. Learn more about Carvey, their new 3D carving machine, at inventables.com
Ep 143: The One Where Ross Gets a Monkey
Mon, 01 Aug 2016 02:22:41 +0000
So, no one told you space was going to be this way. Your ships a joke, you're broke, your love-lifes holographic. Seems like you're always stuck at impulse speed, when it hasn't been your stardate, your starweek, your starmonth, or even your staryear.
Improvised April 10, 2016 from a suggestion by Doug Frye via Facebook
Edited by Chris Rathjen
With musical contributions by Eric Garneau & Dan Granata
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Fritz Fassbinder, Gunther
Sean Kelly as Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Lt. Jeremy Swanson, Cpt. Morgan Bateson
Christopher Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Janet, En. Operator
Julia Weiss as Ensign Spot, Lt. Rita King
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Geller
Tue, 26 Jul 2016 23:46:17 +0000
News!
Improvised Star Trek will be performing at the Chicago Nerd Comedy fest in August: http://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwcomedy/article/NERDFEST-2016-to-Unite-All-Genres-of-Nerd-Comedy-This-August-20160712
We will also be performing and presenting panel discussions at NerdCon Stories from October 14th-15th:
Sean Kelley was featured on a recent episode of the Nerd Lunch podcast:
And many thanks for the many lovely recent iTunes reviews!
Sun, 17 Jul 2016 17:23:43 +0000
The crew goes on a first contact with a new species... or race? Insecurities run high and Lorem gets shaved in this thinly veiled, pretty spot on remake of the Voyager pilot.
Improvised on January 24th 2016. Title suggestion by @spywrite via Twitter.
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Starring:
Chris Rathjen as Commander Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbender and Ensign Lacky
and
Special Guest/Editor Hannah Parsons as Two-Vicks, Nice Southern sounding lady and Ensign Adora
This episode is sponsored by Iventables
Check out: Hello from the Magic Tavern
Ep 141: If You Can't Beat 'Em, Bajoran 'Em!
Tue, 05 Jul 2016 14:07:50 +0000
Inappropriate appropriation abounds, appropos of nothing. Will Rip Stipley accept himself for who he is, or will he finally take things too pon farr?
Improvised on March 20th, 2016. Title suggested by Ron Harvey Jr. via Facebook
Edited by Roger Payton
Starring:
Eli Mandel as Acting Bajoran Rip Stipley
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King
Chris Rathjen as Commander Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counsellor Rayvek
Ep 140: A Mind Forever Chained
Tue, 21 Jun 2016 08:02:40 +0000
Lieutenant Lorem seeks counsel from Counselor Rayvek. Crick repays a debt. Rip Stipley gets in over his head.
This episode was improvised on April 3rd, 2016 from a suggestion by @overhaze via Twitter.
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson, G.F.O.
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, En. Lindberger
Nick Wagner as Lieutenant Lorem
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius V. Baxter, Lt. Greg, B.F.O.
This episode is sponsored by Iron Galaxy
Check out Making New Friends
Ep 139: The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Science
Sun, 05 Jun 2016 22:21:03 +0000
The delicate balance of the Sisyphus is upset when Ensign Operator leaves and an inssssssssssidious ssssscientist arrives.
Improvised on March 27, 2016
Edited by Nick Wagner
Featuring (in order of appearance)
Chris Rathjen as Dr. F'Geaux, Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes, Dr. Lasereyes
Sean Kelley as Cmdr. Crick Watson
Matt Young as Dr. Slither, Lt. Greg. Captain Julius V. Baxter
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Dr. Krux
Mary Cait Walthall as Ensign Operator, Dr. Konkrete
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Dr. Jane Badsome, Lt. Rayvek, Dr. Blunderschmidt
Bonus: Sisyphus Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
Sun, 29 May 2016 22:57:43 +0000
An unlikely duo discuss breakfast foods while performing maintenance on the upper nacelles.
Improvised January 10, 2016 from a title by Paul Nichols via Facebook
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Bronson
Matt Young as Pancakes Johnson
News:
Sean Kelley's character, Jack Vorpal (Foon's Greatest Swordsman) has returned to "Hello from the Magic Tavern." Check out Episode 63 of their podcast.
Game of Thrones fans: check out IST editor Eric Scull's "Game of Owns" podcast's interview with Hodor actor Kristian Nairn.
IST's Julia Weiss helped contribute to Cards Against Humanity's "Donald Trump Bug Out Bag." Read about it from Time Magazine.
Congratulations to our friends, Our Fair City, for the successful launch of the seventh season of their podcast!
IST's Griffen Eckstein will be performing live at iO Theater, Tuesday nights in June. Event details are at this link. The Improvised Star Trek cast will be joining him... keep an eye on our social media for more details.
Ep 138: Where Everyone Has Gone Before
Mon, 23 May 2016 02:08:36 +0000
Hotshot Cadet Haven Dexter assesses the Sisyphus for her fast-track captain program. What can the crew teach a kid who already knows it all? Rip writes a play.
Improvised January 10, 2016 from a title by Damien Heywood(@damianjh) via twitter.
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Featuring:
Shantira Jackson as Cadet Haven Dexter
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Ginsu 5000
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Dr. F'gaux
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Dr. Spinak
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Robomom
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Sally
Sponsored by Basecamp, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Bonus: The Making of Something About A Gorn
Mon, 16 May 2016 23:07:47 +0000
This week's bonus is a chat with Eric Scull, Chris Rathjen and Nick Wagner about the making of IST's first episode.
Full chat is on YouTube
Check out the Televerse podcast to hear Sean Kelley's Star Trek Fantasy Draft!
Thanks to the following folks for great iTunes reviews:
OkieLane, Robertt364, RichardBowenCPA, Manabizzle,Spiritpotato
Our friends at Our Fair City are hosting their Season Seven Seven Launch Party Saturday, May 21st at the Preston Bradley Center (941 W Lawrence, Chicago, IL)
With live performances, music and dancing, complimentary food and beverages, and more Tickets and more information at www.ourfaircity.com
EP 137: Korg Starbite, Klingon Dentist
Sun, 08 May 2016 14:21:40 +0000
The crew takes shore leave on everyone's favorite, relaxing planet, Qo'nos, home planet of the Klingons! Well, everyone except Crick, who has a dentist appointment. Meanwhile, Zarlene learns about professionalism and Lt. Atlas and Ensign Operator learn about love from the best teachers they can find, Corbo and Charles. Gagh's all around!
Improvised November 29th, 2015 from a suggestion by Michael Greenhut via Facebook.
Featuring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr Crick Watson
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes and Lt. Atlas
Nick Wagner as Lt. C'harles Lorem and Korg Starbite, Klingon Dentist.
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon and Ensign Cecille Operator
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Krung, Gagh stand owner, and Sally
Sponsored by Field Notes Brand a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Iconic Trek Sounds courtesy of TrekCore.com; Music From Star Trek:TNG composed by Dennis McCarthy and Ron Jones
Mon, 25 Apr 2016 02:30:05 +0000
When a hooved starfleet weapons expert comes aboard, Rita needs to deal with trampled past.
Improvised February 28, 2016 from a suggestion by Adam Marier via Facebook.
Edited by Roger Payton
Featuring
Eli Mandel as Dr. Clop, Torpedo 2, Rip Stiply
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek, Torpedo 4
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem, Torpedo 3
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Bevergeuse, Torpedo 1, Ensign Spot
Sponosred by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Bonus: Sigh, It's a Corbomite Episode, Folks...
Thu, 21 Apr 2016 00:13:41 +0000
Captain Baxter and Fritz meet in the ready room to discuss their big news, so as not to crash Corbomite's special journey.
Improvised as a warm-up scene on February 14, 2016, from a suggestion by Mike Medina via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbender
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter
NEWS:
- Improvised Star Trek is now 5 years old! April 9th marked the 5th anniversary of "Ep 1: About a Gorn" being published on the podcast feed.
- Check out the remastered version of About a Gorn!
- IST will be live, one week from today! That's Wednesday, April 27th, 2016 at Stage 773 in Chicago. The show is at 8pm and is FREE to attend!
- Next week's live show will ALSO be streamed LIVE as it happens over the internet, using Gigity! Tickets for online streaming are $5, via this link.
- Thanks to iTunes users Gargolito, NuminousLeverage, Galbatron12, and ProudR/HrShipper for their generous iTunes reviews!
Ep 135: Some Dissembling Required
Mon, 11 Apr 2016 04:47:35 +0000
Counselor Rayvek has her hands full; Captain Baxter has his mouth full. Where, exactly, did these cookies come from, anyway?
Improvised February 28, 2016 from a suggestion by Andrew Vanderwoude via Facebook
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Acting Doctor/Chef Rip Stipley, Lt. Jeremy Swanson
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Dr. F'Geaux, Lt. Bronson
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Diane, Ensign Spot
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg
Sponsored by Basecamp, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Check out Roboism.
Ep 1: Something About a Gorn (Remastered)
Sat, 09 Apr 2016 18:35:54 +0000
Please Enjoy this Fifth anniversary re-release of our first episode.
The USS Sisyphus hosts a Gorn Ambassador.
Improvised February 27, 2011 from a suggestion by Pelle Beloq via Facebook
Edited by Nick Wagner
Remastered by Chris Rathjen for Improvised Star Trek's 5th Anniversary
Featuring
Ep 134: The Romulans Really Did it This Time
Mon, 28 Mar 2016 22:04:19 +0000
The Sisyphus encounters a ... Romulan Warbird? While patroling a Zone? A Neutral Zone! Definitely neutral. But is everything as it seems? I wanna say yes. Unless you think it's no.
Improvised February 7, 2016 from a suggestion by Ross McKinnon(@Ramck001) via Twitter.
Edited by Christopher Rathjen
Starring
Griffen Eckstein as Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Leopold Lackey
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Tom the Romulan/Steve the Reman, Rip Stiply, Lt. Jeremy Swanson
Nick Wagner as Lt. Charles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Jill the Romulan/Gertrude the Reman, Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Spot, Ensign Mosquito
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg
Sponsored by Know Your Company, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Sun, 27 Mar 2016 22:22:57 +0000
The Captain Baxter is looking for a doctor, Lt. King is looking to lose one.
Weeping with the Enemy was recorded as a warmup February 7th, 2016, from a suggestion by Joel Svensson.
Featuring
Eleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor Rayvek
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter
This Weeks News:
- Welcome to new cast member Eleanor Hollingsworth
- We’ll be at Nerdiest in Chicago 4/27/2016
- You can see us (including Eleanor) at last years Nerdfest: http://www.gigity.tv/event/107311/ Cost is $5, go to timecode 22:15
- Twitter contest winners: Brian Sebby in Chicago won tickets to Star Trek: the Ultimate Voyage with this entry:
"Gravity of Love" (M/S/BH) Fritz finally fulfils his dream of a 3-way between him, the Sisyphus, and a black hole. "
- K.Scott Huntly won a schematic of the USS Sisyphus with his entry:
“Holodeck Gordon Ramsey starts a new season of Hells Kitchen; all the contestants just use replicators to get it perfect every time"
- If you didn't win and want a copy of the USS Sisyphus schematic, you can buy them directly from the artist @Padsbrat at his online store.
- Matt Young on the newest episode of Blastropodcast podcast.
- Thanks to Mattkofchicago, malarkey shenanigans, and evewillow for new iTunes review. We appreciate them!
Thanks for listening.
Background music for News was the theme for Star Trek IV:The Voyage Home; Smooth Federation by Andrew Allen
Mon, 14 Mar 2016 03:07:19 +0000
The Crew don’t stand a chance when they fall into the everlasting arms of some cousins while excavating ancient mansard roofs. Will they step up, or be a punk under the white skies of Walcott IX? Oxford Comma.
Improvised November 29, 2015 from a suggestion by Joel Svensson
Edited by Nick Wagner
Featuring
Sean Kelley as Lt.Cdr. Crick Watson, a Salt Vampire
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, a Salt Vampire
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, a Salt Vampire
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius V. Baxter, a Salt Vampire
Sponsored by Jackbox Games[http://jackboxgames.com/], a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop[http://chicagopodcastcoop.com/]
Bonus: Bed Bath & Beyond Authorization Codes Never Expire
Tue, 08 Mar 2016 18:19:51 +0000
Dr. F'Geaux explains his people are monogamous until they aren't.
Improvised as a warmup on February 21st from a suggestion by Joe Kosek via facebook.
Featuring
Christopher Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes, Dr. F'Geaux
News:
-Thanks to El Stevedore for the iTunes. We really appreciated it!
- We’ve got Free Tickets to Star Trek the Ultimate Voyage Saturday March 19th. To enter to win tweet us your IST Fan Fiction with hashtag #ISTFF. Chicago entries will be entered to win two Free tickets to The Ultimate Voyage, entries from listeners who won’t be in Chicago on March 19 can win a Mast System Display Schematic of the USS Sisyphus, designed by LCARS Artist Alexander Richardson.
Music: Theme to Star Trek, Smooth Federation by Andrew Allen
Mon, 29 Feb 2016 01:39:44 +0000
A new security officer tries to tamp down the ships gang activity whist being Dutch.
Improvised November 22, 2015 from a suggestion by Joel Svensson via Facebook
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Cockney Bartender
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Lt. Swanson
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Dr. F’Geaux
Libby Schreiner as Lt. Sanora Darfum
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, an Ensign
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, En. Operator
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. Spot
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Mon, 22 Feb 2016 03:30:39 +0000
Who are you gonna believe? Me, or your lying lips?
I can’t believe I Kissed You was Improvised December 13, 2015 from a suggestion by Saskia Slottje.
Featuring
Sean Kelley as Lt Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Rip Stiply
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem
News:
- We’ve got Free Tickets to Star Trek the Ultimate Voyage Saturday March 19th. To enter to win tweet us your IST Fan Fiction with hashtag #ISTFF. Chicago entries will be entered to win two Free tickets to The Ultimate Voyage, entries from listeners who won’t be in Chicago on March 19 can win a Mast System Display Schematic of the USS Sisyphus, designed by LCARS Artist Alexander Richardson.
- We’ve been getting a lot of new listeners making title suggestions, so let us remind you the best time to send suggestions our way is a Friday or Saturday before recordings. You can submit via twitter or Facebook.
- IST Editor/Producer Eric Scull has a new Star WARS podcast: "Resistance Radio," via Hypable.com, a Star Wars all-news all-fan podcast featuring veteran podcasters talking the latest in the SW universe. Twitter: @RRadioPodcast
Mon, 15 Feb 2016 02:32:20 +0000
An impressive new crewman impresses the crew, impressively.
Improvised November 8th from a suggestion by Mark Dean Quinn via Facebook
Edited by Roger Payton
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Leopold Lackey
Chris Johnson as Jeff
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Ensign Dice
Eli Mandel as Rip Stiply, Lt. Jeremy Swanson, Ensign Cards
Nick Wagner as Ensign/Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, an Ensign T'bl'T'p'G'm'ng
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Ensign Nerf
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Ensign Greg, Sally, Ensign Sports
Sponsored by The Red Eye, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Mon, 01 Feb 2016 17:32:31 +0000
Zarlene encounters some old friends. Ensign Spot sets some personal goals. The crew looks forward to trying out the restaurants on a distant space station. Little do they know, they'll have time to try them all.
Improvised October 18, 2015 from a suggestion by Alex Daily via Twitter
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring:
Brendan Dowling as Zarter, Dennis, Peter, Topher, Tuesday Weld, Tyler
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite B. Hayes, Lt. Atlas
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, En. Operator
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. Spot
Martin Wilson as Zyke, Daniel, Sheryl Crow
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg, Medical Mac
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Bonus: Single Men, Double Ladies
Tue, 26 Jan 2016 02:24:50 +0000
News for Jan 25th, 2016:
You can catch improvised Star Trek cast members on other podcasts this week! Listen to Sean Kelly talk about Violence and video games on the Nerdologues Talking Games podcast.
https://www.nerdologues.com/podcasts/talking-games/episodes/violence-sean-kelley
You can also catch Sean discussing the TNG episode The Naked Now on a new podcast project called Pat Trek!
http://peachesandhotsauce.com/podcasts/making-new-friends/bonus-pat-trek-the-naked-now
And finally, Matt Young appears with the rest of his Magic Tavern cohorts on the One Shot podcast.
http://www.oneshotpodcast.com/podcasts/one-shot/132-hello-from-the-magic-one-shot-part-1/
Ep 129: Return to the Planet of No Return
Tue, 19 Jan 2016 03:58:31 +0000
The crew has some Deja Vu and let's it ride.
Improvised December 13, 2015 from a suggestion by William Halley via facebook.
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Featuring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Shad Kunkle as Lt. Cdr. Jonas Jeremiah and The Eldest Elder
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, an Elder of Nor'turn, Lt. Jeremy Swanson
Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, an Astronomer of Nor'turn
Nick Wagner as Ch'arles Lorem, an Elder of Nor'turn
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, an Elder of Nor'turn, En. Operator
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg, an Elder of Nor'turn
Sponsored by Know Your Company, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Bonus: Happy New Year from the Cast & Crew
Wed, 13 Jan 2016 00:08:47 +0000
Like it says in the title, we had a great 2015, and we just wanna say thanks for being part of it.
Ep 128: Yesterday Would Have Been a Good Day to Have Died
Sun, 03 Jan 2016 22:20:55 +0000
After saving The Federation yesterday, the crew grapples with a less exciting today. Oh and they save a planet full of miners, but whatever.
Improvised November 8, 2015 from a suggestion by Victoria Kathryn via Facebook
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Son, Billy, Lt. Lackey
Chris Johnson as Chucky the Miner, First Gertold, Andorian Bandito, a Child
Sean Kelley as Crick Watson, Lt. Carl, a Miner
Eli Mandel as Rip Stiply, Lt. Jeremy Swanson,
Nick Wagner as Ch’arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon, Colette the Miner, a Child
Matt Young as Captain Baxter, Canary in a Coalmine, Andorian Bandito, Sally
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Chicago Podcast Co-Op
Bonus: Baxter's Christmas Wish
Tue, 22 Dec 2015 12:00:00 +0000
Did somebody say wish?
Improvised November 8th, 2015 from a suggestion by Paul Nichols via Facebook.
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Leopold Lackey
Chris Johnson as Christmas Yeti
Sean Kelley as Santa Claus, Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Rip Stiply, Lt. Jeremy Swanson
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Sally, Lt. Greg
Ep 127: Cpt. Julius Frankenstein Baxter
Mon, 21 Dec 2015 02:49:21 +0000
It's alive! Crick's holonovel gets an adaptation he doesn't approve of.
Improvised on August 15 from a suggestion by Andrew Vanderwoude.
Edited by Roger Payton
Griffen Eckstein as Holographic Krunk Whatsin, Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Donald's Dad
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandek as Acting Chef Rip Stiply, Donald (a Child)
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Holographic Krunk's Monster, Donald's Mom
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Holographic Imani Hotep
This episode of Improvised Star Trek is sponsored by Jackbox Games, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Tue, 15 Dec 2015 02:41:13 +0000
Zarlene teaches Baxter and Corbo about the Nerds and the Knees.
Featuring
Chris Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Matt Young as Captain Julius V. Baxter
News:
-One final week of our Live run at iO Chicago.
--With openers Our Fair City;
--And special guest SAND, New City's Best Chicago Improv team of 2015.
--Speaking of guests, check out this live performance of klingon Somewhere Over the Rainbow.
-Thanks to ThePeak & Is4you for iTunes reviews.
-Matt Young appeared on the Rabbit Hole Podcast.
Mon, 07 Dec 2015 07:49:30 +0000
The Sisyphus crew struggles to revive their passed-out captain, as Admiral Damocles kicks off a surprise inspection of the ship.
Improvised on September 13, 2015 from a suggestion by Karna Warrior via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbender, Lt. Lackey, "Captain Baxter"
Sean Kelley as Admiral Damocles, Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Acting Chef Rip Stipley, Klingon captain, Lt. Swanson
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite B. Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Mrs. Admiral Damocles
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Bright student
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Spot, Punk teen
This episode is sponsored by Field Notes, a member of the Chicago Podcast Co-op.
Check out the Blurry Photos podcast.
Bonus: Ensign Spot versus the Cucumber
Tue, 01 Dec 2015 06:11:47 +0000
Inadvertent cruelty is rampant in this bonus scene.
News of the week: there are three more live shows left for 2015! Join us December 4th, 11th, and 18th at 10:30pm.
Improvised Star Trek won the 2015 Audioverse award for best Fan/Adaptation Comedy! Many thanks to all who voted for us.
Thanks also to Dat_Woona for a new iTunes review!
And check out the latest episodes of Your Stories and Taylor Talk for more podcast goodness from IST cast and crew.
https://www.nerdologues.com/podcasts/your-stories/episodes/night-stars-part-2
http://taylortalk.org/how-you-get-the-guys-episode-197-of-taylor-talk-the-taylor-swift-podcast/#more-9532
Ep 125: Your Lady Ship has Arrived, Your Ladyship
Mon, 23 Nov 2015 05:24:54 +0000
Lady Cola's recent absence is explained when two ships come looking for her. Captain Baxter makes the biggest decision of his life, Rip Stipley makes the most frivolous, and Sally searches for a family.
Improvised October 4th, 2015 from a suggestion by Erin Higgins via Facebook
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Guitar Center Guy
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley
Irene Marquette as Lt. Cdr. Lady Cola
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Lt. Atlas, Liquidator Clumph
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles Lorem, a Ferengi Liquidator
Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon, Ensign Operator, Orion Slave Woman
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Ensign Greg, Sally, Orion Slave Man
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop
Orion ship cover art from Star Trek: The Animated Series
Irene Marquette has a special goodbye message to listeners on the Improvised Star Trek homepage.
Tue, 17 Nov 2015 03:55:39 +0000
Just the worst.
Improvised November 8, 2015 from a suggestion by Joel Svensson
Featuring
Sean Kelly as Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Alien Mayor, Alien
Mary Cait Walthall as Alien Ambassador, Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Nick Wagner as Alien Child
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius V. Baxter
Edited by Christopher Rathjen
News:
Thanks Andorian Jedi for an iTunes review
Check out Irene Marquette's interview on the Feast of Fun Podcast
Check out Matt Young in the stop-motion short Speed Dating
Check out Nick Wagner and Hannah Parsons in Your Stories
Background music was Theme to Deep Space Nine from Smooth Federation by Andrew Allen
Ep 124: The Undiscovered Country Club
Mon, 09 Nov 2015 04:59:04 +0000
The crew journeys to Zaffa IV, home to the federations most exclusive country club. But the upper crust exterior hides a more sinister middle and lower crusts.
Featuring
Brendan Dowling as Bryce Haverford-Watson, Juliet Louie-Dreyfus, Bryce A. Roni
Sean Kelley as Crick Watson
Chris Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes, Bartender
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Bryce Dallas Jejune,
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Bryce Isrite
Martin Wilson as Bryce Haverford-Bengali, Monica Rutherford-Hayes, Bryce Tri-Asshole
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg, Bryce Tomeet-Yu
Improvised October 18 from a suggestion by Gregory Gallagher via Facebook.
Edited by Nick Wagner
Sponsored by Utter Nonsense(http://www.utternonsensegame.com), a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop(http://chicagopodcastcoop.com)
Bonus: Evil Baxter's Evil Twin
Sat, 31 Oct 2015 15:13:23 +0000
Crick reveals what he's been storing in carbonite... and it isn't Corbomite.
Improvised October 26, 2014 from a suggestion by Andrew Vanderwoude
Featuring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius V. Baxter, Evil Baxter, Evil Baxter's Evil Twin
with Special Guest Shad Kunkle as the Crypt Keeper (Lt. Cdr. Gary Williamson)
Edited by Eric Scull
News for October 31, 2015:
- IST Cast members on the Scareblast Podcast:
| Matt Young | Irene Marquette | Mary Cait Walthall | - MuggleNet's Trek-heavy interview with Dr. Travis Langley
- We are now finalists in the Audio Verse Awards! Please help us to seal the deal.
- Thanks, Rogue Comet, for the new iTunes review!
- Our next LIVE RUN starts next week at iO in Chicago! Learn more, and get your tickets, on their web site.
Happy Halloween!
Sun, 25 Oct 2015 17:00:00 +0000
Music is in the air when the USS Sisyphus visits a very specific planet. Goes without saying which one.
Improvised on July 25, 2015 from a suggestion by Ed Flinn via Facebook
Edited by Nick Wagner
This episode was sponsored by [Utter Nonsense](http://www.utternonsensegame.com/), a member of the [Chicago Podcast Coop](http://chicagopodcastcoop.com/).
Featuring:
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Computer, a Stage Manager
Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Lt. Jeremy Swanson, the Quintocracy
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Ensign Rusev
Mary Beth Smith as Sarah (a Child), the Quintocracy
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, the Quintocracy
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, the Quintocracy
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Spot, Diane
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Sally, Folk Revolutionary
Bonus: We have engaged the Borg...it will be a spring wedding
Mon, 19 Oct 2015 17:49:38 +0000
Zarlene hears wedding klaxons.
Featuring
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter
Eli Mandel as Borg Drone
Thanks to ValorCon for hosting our panel and One Shot for beating us as Artemis
Ep 122: When You Wish Upon a Starship
Sun, 11 Oct 2015 17:00:00 +0000
The crew of the Sisyphus is not careful what they wish for. Which is totally on the shortlist of things to be careful of.
Improvised July 17 from a suggestion by David Quinn
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Lackey, Billy Swanson
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Blagnar the Magnificent, Admiral Charming
Eli Mandel as Acting Dr. Rip Stiply, Lt. Jeremy Swanson
Christopher Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Julia Weiss as Lt. King, Ensign Spot, Diane
Sponsored by MakeSpace(https://makespace.com) as part of the Chicago Podcast Coop(http://chicagopodcastcoop.com)
Bonus: Do you like Lady colladas, and getting caught in the rain?
Tue, 06 Oct 2015 15:34:13 +0000
Lady answers an ad.
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as En. Murray?
Irene Marquette as Lady Cola
News for October 6, 2015:
Ep 121: Nick O'Time Temporal Adventurer
Sun, 27 Sep 2015 21:24:48 +0000
Nick and Rusty find themselves on a Federation starship, where they make some new friends and enjoy a sea breeze.
Improvised July 19, 2015 from a suggestion by Brain Sebby.
Edited by Roger Payton
Starring
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Son, Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Lackey
Sean Kelley as Lt. Carl, Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Nick O’Time, Acting Doctor Rip Stipley
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Scooter, Cockney Bartender
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Julia Weiss as Rusty the Time Traveling Dog, En. Spot, a Child
This weeks episode is sponsored by Iron Galaxy, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Bonus: Saucer Seperation Anxiety
Mon, 21 Sep 2015 21:15:32 +0000
Just because you can't do something, doesn't mean you should.
Improvised July 12th from a suggestion by @CountCarver
Eli Mandel as Acting Dr. Rip Stipley
Bex Marsh as Ensign Maru
Nick Wagner as Ch'arles Lorem
Matt Young as Julius Valentine Baxter
News for September 21st, 2015
Big Thanks to CAH and Disruptor Beam for bringing us out to PAX, and check out Star Trek Timelines!
See us Live for eight weeks starting November 6th!
Ep 120: Unrealistic, but still Great, Expectations
Mon, 14 Sep 2015 03:56:59 +0000
Hopes are high, likely too high, when the crew goes on vacation.
Improvised July 12, 2015 from a Suggested by Tyson Thorp.
This episode sponsored by Emporium Arcade Bar, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop.
Edited by Christopher Rathjen
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Chief Engineer Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Lackey, Carm Difference
Eli Mandel as Acting Doctor Rip Stipley
Bex Marsh as Hotel Clerk, Mrs. Stipley
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Mr. King
Ep 119: Disaster Disaster Disaster Disaster Disaster
Mon, 31 Aug 2015 02:46:34 +0000
When the Sisyphus encounters an asteroid and loses power, Corbomite must travel below decks to repair the damaged warp core. But the ship is not quite the same in the dark...
"Disaster Disaster Disaster Disaster Disaster" was improvised on June 28, 2015 from a suggestion by Darren Izzard via Facebook
Edited by Eric Scull
Starring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Ensign Arachnis
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Julia Weiss as Ensign Spot, Ensign Lonnie, Lt. Rita King
Matt Young as Captain Julius V. Baxter, Lt. Greg, Ensign Sports
with Mary Cait Walthall as Computer
Bonus: Everybody Has to Pee at the Same Time
Wed, 26 Aug 2015 14:07:07 +0000
The crew faces an emergency. A bathroom emergency.
Improvised July 19th, 2015 from a suggestion by Tyson Thorp
News of the week!
You can catch Matt Young talkin' nerd on the most recent episodes of the Nerd Outcast and Nerdologues: Your Stories podcasts. You can also catch both Matt and Sean on An Hour With your Ex!
We're performing at PAX Seattle this weekend, as part of the Cards Against Humanity comedy shows! If you're at PAX, please come check us out at the ACT Theatre.
Thanks to our recent iTunes reviews, and to our fans who came out to the Chicago Nerd Comedy fest last week!
Ep 118: You Can't Go Home Again Because Your Planet Was Destroyed
Mon, 17 Aug 2015 13:42:27 +0000
While Fritz is in the doghouse, Commander Hayes needs to fill in as chief engineer, but who will step up as First Officer? Meanwhile, Lorem meets some lovely cave people.
Guest starring Katy Schutte as Commander Eleanor, and Tony Harrisment as Ensign Price.
Mon, 10 Aug 2015 03:40:34 +0000
Fritz and Corbomite chew the fat.
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Fritz Fassbinder
Eli Mandel as Acting Dr. Rip Stipley
Christopher Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes
Improvised July 19, 2015 from a suggestion by @vacuumflux via twitter.
News for 2015-08-09
Thanks to Squornshellous Zeta for a new iTunes review.
Improvised Star Trek will be performing at the Chicago Nerd Comedy Fest.
Congratulations to MuggleCast for 10 years of podcasting!
Background music for news: Deep Space Nine theme from Smooth Federation by ndrew Allen
Mon, 03 Aug 2015 04:01:54 +0000
The crew of the Sisyphus investigate a federation planet where they make hats. Evil, Sentient Hats? YEP! Corbo bros down. Lt. Jeremy just wants to be a good dad but cant catch a break. And Ensign Splooj jets towards his goals.
Improvised May 31st, 2015 from a suggestion by tparadox via twitter
Bonus: Rip Stipley's Believe It or Not
Wed, 29 Jul 2015 01:44:36 +0000
Improvised May 31, 2015 from a suggestion by Jason Hawver via twitter.
News of the week:
Tickets for the Chicago Nerd Comedy Fest are now on sale! Improvised Star Trek will perform on Saturday August 15th. For more information, go to www.stage773.com.
Help us build character and cast lists for past episodes! Just listen to an old episode and tell us who plays whom! Go to http://www.theimprovisedstartrek.com/2015/06/improvised-star-trek-needs-your-help-to.html for more details.
You can also help us buy new microphones with a donation! For more information, go to: http://www.theimprovisedstartrek.com/p/buy-us-new-mics.html
Ep 116: Starfleet Innovation Day
Mon, 20 Jul 2015 15:26:32 +0000
The Sisyphus makes their pitch to improve starfleet, Captain Baxter meets his favorite band, Lorem keeps it tight.
Improvised April 19, 2015 from a suggestion by Saskia Slottje via Facebook.
Edited by Roger Payton
Starring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Presenter
Stephen Kropa as Dart, Hydraulics Frontman, BackupBaxter
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Dr Fgaux
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Hydraulics Drummer
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg, Ensign Fichbutte
Tue, 14 Jul 2015 14:51:21 +0000
Episode 115: Poseidon, God of the Sea, Invented Horses
Sun, 05 Jul 2015 19:07:30 +0000
Bonus: 42 Minutes of Explosions
Tue, 30 Jun 2015 03:41:30 +0000
Lacky & Lorem go for the record.
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Lt(ish) Leopold Lackey
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem
Improvised as a warmup on March 15, 2015 from a suggestion by Brian Sebby.
Ep 114: It's Alway's Doomsday Somewhere
Mon, 22 Jun 2015 00:34:17 +0000
The end is nigh when the Sisyphus rescues a plant person of the plant people of Delphiod 6.
Improvised May 17, 2015 from a suggestion by Jason Hawver
Starring
Lisa Burton as Dextriod the Plant Person
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Sam Radion
Sean Kelly as Lt Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Acting Dr. Rip Stipley, Dale Beaverson (a Bore)
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Franklin (a Boar)
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Larry (a Bore), Theodore (a Boar)
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Jeremy, Ensign Spot
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Ensign Greg
Edited by Christopher Rathjen. Thanks to a kind donation from listener Sam Radio.
Mon, 15 Jun 2015 18:31:58 +0000
Ep 113: Darkness at the Edge of Space Town
Mon, 08 Jun 2015 03:10:22 +0000
The citizens of New Atlantic City are being terrorized by an unknown evil, while Captain Baxter wrestles with the impossible conundrum of choosing a hailing frequency.
Featuring Peter Kim as Lt. Alabaster Lee
Bonus: The Talented Mr. Stipley
Thu, 28 May 2015 01:00:01 +0000
The Sisyphus gets a new acting doctor, and a new acting cheif.
Featuring
Eli Mandel as Acting Dr. Rip Stipley
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Ensign Fishbutte
Plus news for 5/27/15
Eli Mandel joins the regular cast!
We're appearing at THE CHICAGO NERD COMEDY FESTIVAL
Check out the Nerdette and Pleasure Town podcasts!
Mon, 25 May 2015 15:26:39 +0000
Acting Doctor Rip Stipley has his hands full when a space virus presents a hard problem. Meanwhile, Rita's budding relationship with the replicator finally produces satisfyingly hard spaghetti.
Ep 111: An Apple a Day Keeps the Chief Medical Officer Away
Sun, 10 May 2015 23:00:00 +0000
The Sisyphus crew battles fatigue and other ailments resulting from Zarlene's discovery in a lack of nutrition in the ship's food. According to Fritz, tiny sentient beings are to blame.
Bonus: Ensign Alligator Navigator
Fri, 08 May 2015 01:29:28 +0000
Is Rita hot for a cold-blooded crew member?
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Lt Cdr. Fritz Fassbinder
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King
News:
Check out Chris and Sean on the most recent episode of the Nerd Lunch podcast!
And also catch Sean telling a story at Your Stories, a live storytelling event at the Cards Against Humanity office, 1917 N Elston, at 7pm on May 17th!
Sun, 26 Apr 2015 22:03:37 +0000
Mon, 20 Apr 2015 23:59:33 +0000
I can't really explain this better than the name does...
Improvised March 29, 2015 as a warmup from a suggestion by Tyson Thorp
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Sarge
Sean Kelley as Lt Cdr. Crick Watson
Eli Mandel as Jem H'adar
Chris Rathjen as Jem H'adar
Matt Young as Commando Greg
NEWS:
Thanks to aquarius2426 for a new itunes review!
Two more chances to see us live in April!
Ep 109: Who Washes the Window Washers?
Sun, 12 Apr 2015 22:28:20 +0000
The USS Sisyphus's dirty little secret gets a lot bigger. And cleaner.
Improvised October 12, 2014 from a suggestion by Andrew Vanderwoude
Edited by Roger Payton
Featuring
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr Crick Watson
Irene Marquette as Lt. Lady Cola, A Washingtonian
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, A Washingtonian
Tue, 07 Apr 2015 00:31:28 +0000
Baxter and Rita sweat it out.
Improvised from a suggestion by Joe Griffen. Edited by Eric Scull.
Starring
Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter
April 17 Columbia College Geek Expo
April 24 Chciago Improv Festival
Sean Kelley Guests on Hello from the Magic Tavern
Thanks for the iTunes review Ccaldwell25!
Mon, 30 Mar 2015 05:18:21 +0000
Something's amish when a couch surfer butters his way onto the USS Sisyphus. Can the crew rumspringa into action when a Romulan warbird appears? This one's a real barn burner. Cow pun.
Improvised March 8, 2015 from a suggestion by @Shoelessdick
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Leopold Lackey, LtCdr Fritz Fassbinder
Mike Geraghty as Zeb, Romulan Subcommander
Sean Kelly as LtCdr Crick Watson
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Romulan Commander
Chris Rathjen as Cdr Corbomite Hayes, Romulan Subcommander
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter
Mon, 23 Mar 2015 00:08:24 +0000
News For 2015-03-22:
IST will perform Live at the Chicago Improv Festival
Fantastical comedy fans should check out "Hello From the Magic Tavern"
Nominate us as your favorite podcast with National Public Radio
GOT fans should check out "Game of Owns"
This weeks bonus is our full panel from ChiFi Con. Recorded March 20, 2015 at the Palmer House Hotel, featuring:
Irene Marquette
Christopher Rathjen
Nick Wagner
Moderator: Eric Scull
Panel Description:
Patrick Stewart of Star Trek The Next Generation has recently embraced improv. Why? What is it about improv that inspires actors, geeks, and geeky actors the world over? The cast of Chicago's own Improvised Star Trek stage show and podcast explores improv, Star Trek, and why the secret to all of it might just be surrounding yourself with people who truly love what they're doing.
Ep 107: The Legend of Spock's Gold
Mon, 16 Mar 2015 07:00:41 +0000
The crew goes on search for one of the greatest, and most illogical, treasures in galaxy.
Improvised October 21, 2012 from a suggestion by Ben McLaughlin, via Facebook.
Pulled from the archives in honor of Leonard Nimoy. We wouldn't be doing this show without him.
Irene Marquette as Lt. Lady Cola, (Queen Cola)
Bonus: Corndogs Three for a Dollar
Wed, 11 Mar 2015 02:41:50 +0000
Thanks to William Blair for a new iTunes review!
Captain Matt Young has produced a new comedy show in Chicago, called The Real World: Space Edition! It's running through March 28th, and is gauranteed hilarity! Find out more at https://www.facebook.com/events/652876321501867/
See you at ChiFi Con!
Ep 106: Long Time Listener, First Time Conqueror
Mon, 02 Mar 2015 06:50:09 +0000
While the crew is busy beating each other to the top of the radio ratings, a Romulan Commander and Sub-Commander sneak into the top of the charts and our hearts.
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Improvised on Nov. 9th, 2014. Title suggested by Robert Fontenot via Facebook.
Mon, 23 Feb 2015 15:09:34 +0000
News for Feb 22, 2015
Many thanks to Sand for guest-starring and Our Fair City for opening the show last night!
Our current run of live shows is coming to an end next week, Sunday March 1st. Performing with us will be the renowned Improvised Shakespeare Company! This show will be a hot ticket, so get yours today!
EP 105:Odo's Sleep Bucket Challenge
Tue, 17 Feb 2015 14:09:29 +0000
The crew of the Sisyphus raises awareness, an maybe even some latinum, for a good cause.
Improvised 2014-09-14 from a suggestion by David Kramlich via Facebook.
Edited by Christopher Rathjen
Thu, 12 Feb 2015 00:03:08 +0000
Live show: A Big Thanks to Time Crash (https://www.timecrashband.com
Upcoming Live Show Guests:2/15 Otherworld Theater, 2/22 Our Fair City
Check out The View From the Booth (http://www.
We'll have a panel at ChiFi Con(http://chi-fi.org/), details TBD
Matt will be on this weeks Nerd Outcast Podcast talking Robotech(http://nerdoutcast.podbean.com/e/nerd-outcast-podcast-presents-robotech/)
Ep 104: The Universe is an Ocean and we are but a Ripple on the Water
Mon, 02 Feb 2015 02:35:30 +0000
When the crew find themselves at the whim of whatever's in front of them, can Captain Baxter and Lt. Cola find a nice quiet crate to hide in?
Improvised on August 3rd, 2014
Title suggested by James Pagano via Facebook.
Bonus: The Undiscovered Mailman
Sun, 25 Jan 2015 22:14:37 +0000
Lady and Mikhail have a heart to heart. Plus news for 2015-01-25.
Featuring
Irene Marquette as Lt. Cdr. Lady Cola
Griffen Eckstein as Mikhail the Mailman
Improvised as part of Ep 103: The Undiscovered Pantry
Edited by Eric Scull
News:
Listen to us on the One-Shot Podcast!
Listen to us on the Nerd Outcast Podcast!
Background music "Insurrection" from Smooth Federation, by Andrew Allen.
Ep 103: The Undiscovered Pantry
Sun, 18 Jan 2015 19:00:00 +0000
An important mission, like, totallay important leads the USS Sisyphus to a rendevous with the with USS Gracia at strange anomaly.
Improvised 2014-09-14 from a suggestion by Brendan Stallings via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull
Ep 102: Days Inn of Future Past
Wed, 07 Jan 2015 17:43:33 +0000
Captain Baxter must return from a hellish future to repair the timeline, and check out by 11.
Improvised August 10, 2014 from a suggestion by K Scott Huntley
Featuring
Tue, 30 Dec 2014 01:49:08 +0000
Improvised Star Trek returns to the iO stage in January 2015, with an 8-week run of shows on Sundays at 8:30pm. Visit www.ioimprov.com to reserve your tickets today!
Sun, 14 Dec 2014 20:21:12 +0000
The Sisyphus accidentally happens upon the Borg during their quarterly fundraising drive and no one changes the station in time and pretty soon the crew starts thinking about how they've always meant to assimilate but just never really got around to it and maybe this year is the year to finally just shell out to help fund the really great antonistic activities that the Borg can always be relied on to produce every single day whether it's on your commute or during your workout or just while you're doing chores around the house. Plus, that tote bag!
Featuring
Irene Marquette as Lt. Lady Cola
Leslie Nesbit as Borg Collective Members like You
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Borg Drone
Matt Young as Captain Julius Baxter, En. Greg, Lt.Cdr. Urg
Improvised on August 24th 2014 from a suggestion by Gregory Gallager via Facebook.
Wed, 03 Dec 2014 09:57:07 +0000
On November 23rd, 2014, we reached our 100th episode milstone and celebrated by inviting our fans to submit questions that they'd like to see answered about the adventures of the USS Sisyphus. We livestreamed the episode as we improvised it, and this is the audio of the event.
Many thanks to all of you for listening, and all the cast, crew, and guests who helped us to get 100!
Wed, 03 Dec 2014 09:53:24 +0000
On November 23rd, 2014, we reached our 100th episode milstone and celebrated by inviting our fans to submit questions that they'd like to see answered about the adventures of the USS Sisyphus. We livestreamed the episode as we improvised it, and this is the video of the event.
Many thanks to all of you for listening, and all the cast, crew, and guests who helped us to get 100!
Sat, 29 Nov 2014 23:31:12 +0000
Dr. Zonalzon's plan to navigate the holidays is a bit shakey.
Plus news for Novermber 29th, 2014
Featuring
Sean Kelley as Blaknar the Magnificent
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Julia Weiss as Zuzan Zonalzon
Scene edited by Eric Scull
NEWS:
Live Show: Sundays 8:30 January 11th - March 1st, iO Theater!
This Zanksgiving we're zankful for all of you.
Ep 99: The Ensigns of Turbolift Control
Mon, 17 Nov 2014 07:45:20 +0000
Larry and Zarlene look for a second chance on the USS Sisyphus.
Improvised August 3rd, 2014 from a suggestion by Sam Radion
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Ensign Larry
Irene Marquette as Lt. Cdr. Lady Cola
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Ensign Marcus, Cockney Bartender
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Wed, 12 Nov 2014 01:43:15 +0000
Fish murder spells something...well, its most just spells a pleasant conversation.
Plus news for 2014-11-11
Ep 98: The Perils of Online Space Dating
Sun, 02 Nov 2014 23:58:47 +0000
Lt. Lady Cola take a vacation. The crew looks for love, in exactly right place to do. Like, one of the best places.
Improvised June 22, 2014 from Suggestion by Joe Redhead
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cmdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Ensign Leopold Lackey
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson, Shenay Host
Irene Marquette as Lt. Lady Cola
Alex Richmond as Ensign Twilight
Nick Wagner as Ensign Ch'arles Lorem
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Shenay Symbiote
Bonus: D&D: Dilithium and Dragons
Tue, 28 Oct 2014 18:11:21 +0000
Captain Baxter tries to be the Space Master.
Plus news for 10/28/2014
Featuring
Griffen Eckstein as LtCdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Ensign Leopold Lackey
Irene Marquette as Lt. Lady Cola
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Ensign Greg
Ep 97: Return of the Wikipedians
Sun, 19 Oct 2014 20:09:04 +0000
Knowledge is power, but not as powerful a power as power over knowledge, when the USS Sisyphus encounter aliens rich in knowledge and low in power over knowledge. Baxter makes an enemy, and the Red Racers defend their title.
Improvised August 24th from a suggestion by Brian Sebby via Facebook.
Edited by Eric Scull.
Featuring
Mon, 06 Oct 2014 07:03:10 +0000
Captain Baxter sets a new goal. Lt. Cola picks a new destination. Ensign Lackey reveals a new relationship. Ensign Twilight ushers in a New Age.
Improvised June 22, 2014 from Suggestion by Carroll Cottingham
Starring
Bonus: The Dawn of a New Equality
Tue, 30 Sep 2014 03:30:28 +0000
News about the monthly live show and the Improv Goblet Comedy Festival in Las Vegas on October 3rd and 4th. Plus a bonus scene with poop jokes!
Mon, 22 Sep 2014 04:01:34 +0000
The crew enjoys a nice brunch.
Improvised June 15, 2014 from a suggestion by Brian Selby via Facebook
Featuring
Sean Kelly as Lt.Cdr. Crick Watson
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes
Brendan Stallings as Wayder
Nick Wager as En. Ch'arles lorem
Matt Young As Cpt. Julius V. Baxter
Edited by Eric Scull
Mon, 15 Sep 2014 13:16:16 +0000
Fritz runs afowl of the record industry, while Crick struggles to come to terms with the fleeting nature of love and wormholes.
Fri, 29 Aug 2014 17:06:57 +0000
The search for a replacement doctor begins with a reptile and ends with a whole mess of pancakes.
Guest starring Brendan Stallings as Blake Ramirez.
Improvised on June 15th 2014. Title suggested by Eric Scull via Facebook.
Mon, 25 Aug 2014 20:43:36 +0000
Kahless is having trouble at his part time gig.
Plus news for 2014-08-25
Nick Wagner as Kahless
Special Guest Leslie Nesbit as Customer
Matt Young as Manager
Mon, 11 Aug 2014 01:36:15 +0000
The USS Sisyphus encounters a tranports ship in need of assistance.
Featuring:
Mon, 28 Jul 2014 05:12:42 +0000
Its the USS Sisyphus and vs. the USS Garcia in a war game, and salutations couldn't be higher.
Improvised April 6, 2014 from a suggestion by James Honey.
Featuring:
Wed, 23 Jul 2014 03:21:45 +0000
IST OG Joe Phillips guest stars in this week's bonus scene: Boartender. Listen in the coming woeeks for the full episode(s?) we recorded when Joe last visited Chicago.
Due to the general meddling of Life, this week's episode will be delayed until Sunday the 27th. Then the next episode will be release two weeks after that, et. cetera.
July's live show is this Friday (the 25th) at the Public House theatre in Chicago. If you order your tickets in advance, you'll receive a link to download a special previously-unreleased episode of the podcast! We hope to see you there!
http://pubhousetheatre.com/show/the-improvised-star-trek/
Tue, 15 Jul 2014 04:41:29 +0000
This month's live show will be Friday July 25th at 10pm at the Public House Theater. Come one, come all!!!
Many thanks to the women of Improvised Jane Austen for letting us land a shuttlecraft in Regency-era England this week! Improvised Jane Austen's Alex Richmond is featured in today's bonus scene, entitled Baxter's Millions.
Ep 90: The Past Just Isn't What it Used to Be
Wed, 09 Jul 2014 14:55:14 +0000
Worlds collide as the Sisyphus encounters an alternate Earth with an alternate mad scientist and alternate snow. Which is different from punk snow.
Improvised on May 10th, 2014. Title suggested by Soskia Slottje via Facebook.
Featuring Mark Soloff and Ryan Schile of Our Fair City, a post-apocalyptic sci-fi epic.
This episodes cover art by Our Fair City artist Dann Tincher
For more, visit www.ourfaircity.com
Mon, 07 Jul 2014 01:11:25 +0000
In this warm-up scene, Fritz and Corbo discuss whose cup is this, and whose it isn't.
Plus news for 07-07-2014
Ep 89: At What Price, the Cost?
Tue, 24 Jun 2014 04:41:54 +0000
Corbomite's beliefs and Crick's bee allergies are put to the test when the Sisyphus encounters a being from another dimension.
Improvised on Feb. 9th, 2014.
Wed, 18 Jun 2014 18:28:34 +0000
The Captain talks to Hot Bones about her dangerous new hobby.
Plus news for 06-18-2014
Mon, 09 Jun 2014 17:04:20 +0000
The crew let's it ride while visiting a space station of ill repute, but when the USS Sisyphus is lost in a game of chance, the only way to get it back is to put on a show!
Improvised March 23, 2014 from a suggestion by Chip Aucoin via Facebook.
With Special guests Sarah Shockey and Tim Dunn of The Shock T's.
Mon, 02 Jun 2014 03:11:49 +0000
A special scene starring Matt Young and Jordan Klepper of The Daily Show!
Plus news for 06-01-2014.
Scene Part 1: 0:00
News: 2:45
Scene Part 2: 5:30
Big thanks to Jordan Klepper and Arnie Niekamp of the Premisey podcast for sharing this scene with us.
News:
Julia Weiss is temporarily away from the show until August, as she went and got hired to work on a cruise ship for Second City.
Improvised Star Trek will have their next live show June 27th at iO Chicago, and will be the guests of Improvised Jane Austen(http://improvisedjaneausten.com/) July 12.
And we'll be at the Official Chicago Star Trek Convention June 6-8! (http://www.creationent.com/cal/stchi.htm)
Mon, 26 May 2014 23:01:40 +0000
Something doesn't smell right when the crew begins to lose their memories while on patrol near the Cardassian border.
Mon, 19 May 2014 05:25:03 +0000
News for the week: Our next live show is Friday the 23rd at iO theatre--come down and see what drink specials are on offer!
We will also be at the Chicago Star Trek convention from June 6th through June 8th. Please stop by and see us if you're there!
Many thanks to Ryan Schile and Mark Soloff of the Our Fair City post-apocalypic sci-fi podcast, who were our guests during our recording session last week. This week's bonus features Mark, and the episode we recorded with Mark and Ryan will be available in the coming weeks!
Check out Our Fair City at http://www.ourfaircity.com and Mark's Blastropodcast at http://blastropodcast.com!
Mon, 12 May 2014 14:35:55 +0000
Parties abound as Commander Hayes and Holographic Abraham Lincoln struggle to reconcile their private lives with their professional and/or holographic lives.
Improvised on Feb. 23rd from a title suggested by Paul Nichols via Facebook.
With guest Mary Beth Smith of the Nerdologues and the MBSing podcast.
Sun, 27 Apr 2014 22:49:45 +0000
Something's afoot after a sinister intruder has invaded Corbomite's quarters. Can the crew get to the bottom of this darned mystery?
With special guest Bill Stern.
Improvised on February 9th, 2014, from a suggestion by Pedro Silhy via Facebook.
Bonus: Corbomite and the Case of the Missing Shoe
Tue, 22 Apr 2014 02:22:45 +0000
News: This week's episode is running late but will be up soon. Also: we'd love to see you at our live show in Chicago on April 25th!
Mon, 14 Apr 2014 00:24:43 +0000
Captain Baxter and Commander Hayes have a very logical conversation, plus News for 2014-04-13.
Spock's Appendix was improvised as a warm-up scene on February 2, 2014 from a suggestion by Ryan Keller.
Ep 84: We are Never Ever Ever Getting Back to Our Spaceship
Mon, 07 Apr 2014 18:03:06 +0000
The crew of the Sisyphus extend their shore leave on Amusement Park Planet when they have an opportunity to see the Zearth music zenzation Zaylor Zwift, a favorite of Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon's. Bzut when zings get zomzizazed. Ze zew zust zezzizz zzzezwzzzz znd zzzzzzzz.
Improvised December 1, 2013 from a suggestion by Derek Koshinski.
Edited by Roger Payton.
Ep 83: A Game of Captains' Chairs
Tue, 01 Apr 2014 06:02:12 +0000
Struggles over a vacant seat of power? Sex & Intrigue? Hundreds of tertiary characters? A weird pre-occupation with food? That's right, it's Improvised Star Trek.
Improvised June 16, 2013 (after the season 3 finale) from a suggestion by David Kramlich via facebook.*
Hurdy-Gurdy GOT theme courtesy of youtuber Cherni Grissom.
Wedding band was portrayed by Cover Stories.
*Rita King & Captain Owl scene recorded 2014-03-13
Tue, 18 Mar 2014 19:50:58 +0000
News for the week of March 16th! To view the video bonus scene recorded by the ?Chicago Sun-Times, check out this link: The Chicago Sun-Times
Tue, 11 Mar 2014 03:31:26 +0000
Lt. King and Ensign Lorem are in a real pickle, emotionally speaking.
Tue, 04 Mar 2014 16:04:19 +0000
The crew decides to deal with the g-g-g-ghosts on the so called "haunted deck" once and for all.
Mon, 24 Feb 2014 01:06:18 +0000
Thanks to our recent iTunes reviews gregor's mentor and walbergr, as well as our sponsors John Godwin, John D'Angelo, and Katie Richeson.
Ep 81: Who Watches the Weight Watchers
Tue, 18 Feb 2014 04:55:51 +0000
With Captain Baxter indulging in a Starfleet conference, the crew has to slim down with the help of a super-sized friend.
Ep 80: The Carrots of Possibility
Mon, 03 Feb 2014 05:00:29 +0000
While assisting a group of old-timey settlers, Captain Baxter and the rest of the pack--er... crew--follow the call of the wild.
Improvised on Oct. 20th, 2013. Title suggested by Roderick Millar via Facebook.
Tue, 28 Jan 2014 04:02:54 +0000
News for the week: Mary Cait Walthall will be taking a temporary break from the show to study theater in London, so keep all your great Zarlene zuggestions in your pocket for a while! Julia Weiss and Griffen Eckstein joined the Trek About podcast, and Nick Wagner and Sean Kelley chatted with the OCDWeeb podcast.
In the bonus scene, Corbomite and Lt. King have "the talk" about where their away team is heading.
IST 79: The Captain's Private Club of Exclusive Things That Are Private
Mon, 20 Jan 2014 00:29:00 +0000
The USS Ajax delivers Captain Baxter's fraternity buddies, and his efforts to please them alienate the rest of the crew.
Improvised May 12 from a suggestion by Darren Izzard via Facebook.
This one gets a bit gross.
Mini-Episode:The Knees of the Many
Mon, 13 Jan 2014 16:42:00 +0000
Captain Baxter consults Dr. Zonalzon about some aches and pains.
Improvised Septermber 22, 2013 from a suggestion by Ryan Kelly via Facebook.
There were some techincal difficulties with Dr. Zonalson's audio in the first 20 seconds, so for your information: She thinks Cpt. Baxter has early-onset athritis, and does not believe he's 29.
Speaking of technical difficulties, an earlier version of this file ran long. Sorry! Blame the most recent Final Cut update, we're gonna.
Happy New Year from Improvised Star Trek
Tue, 31 Dec 2013 22:29:52 +0000
Here's to a happy 2014 to you all! In this bonus we look back on 2013 and remember some out favorite moments. Thanks for listening!
Ep 78: Santa Got Run Over by a Shuttlecraft
Mon, 23 Dec 2013 11:16:07 +0000
It's story time when Fritz(with some help from the rest of the crew) regals the USS Sisyphus's kintergarden class with a story of the time the crew encounter Santa Claus and ran afoul of Krampus.
Improvised November 10, 2013 from a suggestion by Paul Nichols via facebook.
Mon, 16 Dec 2013 23:35:00 +0000
Lady & Zarlene see a project get out of control, plus news for 12/16/2013.
Ep 77: The Lord of the Underdecks
Mon, 09 Dec 2013 05:00:00 +0000
Corbomite asks Lorem to go down... to the underdecks on a special assignment that leads him to discover some personal truths, plus Crick's latest abomination.
Improvised on Oct 6th. Title suggested by Darren Izzard on Facebook.
Wed, 04 Dec 2013 17:09:47 +0000
A look inside Zarlene's medical library, and news for 12/03/2013
Ep 76: The Planet that Glows Too Bright
Mon, 25 Nov 2013 02:35:08 +0000
Rita King enjoys some time to reflect while on shore leave. Back on the ship. Cdr. Hayes & LtCdr. Watson console Lt Rogers, an officer from the USS Oblivion who's come to retrieve his brother's remain.
Improvised August 11th, 2013 from a suggestion by George Papadakis via Facebook.
Wed, 20 Nov 2013 00:42:38 +0000
Zarlene gets a surprise visit from her little zister.
Fri, 15 Nov 2013 20:54:02 +0000
A deadly virus threatens the crew, and Lady Cola's principles are tested.
No animals were harmed in the making of this episode.
Improvised January 21, 2013 from a suggestion by Kirk Andrew Everest.
IST Bonus: Docking Difficulties
Mon, 11 Nov 2013 23:46:00 +0000
Captain Baxter does not get invited to dinner.
News for 11/11/2013
Thu, 31 Oct 2013 13:19:00 +0000
Crick's latest invention causes confusion--and body issues--among the crew in this fready Halloween episode!
Improvised on September 8th, 2013. Title suggested by Hannah Parsons via Facebook.
Tue, 22 Oct 2013 02:21:58 +0000
Crick and Lorem place all the ship's hopes on one small head.
A warmup scene from 09/22/13, plus news for 10/21/13.
Fri, 11 Oct 2013 00:04:00 +0000
When Captain Japhy Whitman goes rogue, Starfleet sends the crew of the USS Sisyphus on hunt after their former counselor.
Improvised July 21st, 2013
Title suggested by Ben McLoughlin via Facebook.
Edited by Chris Rathjen
Ep 72: Whatever Happened to Baby Corbo?
Mon, 23 Sep 2013 14:03:00 +0000
The death of Admiral Hayes has dramatic repercussions on the Hayes family, and threatens to tear the Sisyphus family apart.
Improvised August 4, 2013.
Title suggested by Justin Kavanagh via Facebook.
Edited by Nick Wagner
Tue, 17 Sep 2013 21:26:45 +0000
Chief Engineer Fritz Fassbinder has news for Captain Baxter that can only be described as...disconcerting. A warmup from 09/08/2013, plus news for 09/17/13.
Mon, 02 Sep 2013 20:26:00 +0000
Lt. Karl and Lt. Son find the ship abandoned above a planet equally empty of self-worth. But not everything is as it seems... or is it?
Improvised July 7, 2013.
Title suggested by Ben Laughlan via Facebook.
Edited by Hannah Parsons
Bonus Scene: Holo Science Fair
Wed, 28 Aug 2013 00:13:00 +0000
Fritz teaches Crick about science. It's the new thing. A brief warm-up scene from 07/07/2013
Bonus Scene: The Undiscovered Twerking
Mon, 19 Aug 2013 04:45:00 +0000
Corbomite learns an important life lesson about ancient Earth mating rituals. Also news for 08/18/2013
Thu, 15 Aug 2013 15:24:54 +0000
The crew meets Robot, a robot, among the ruins of an ancient civilzation. Fritz's kindergarden class blows their weight watchers points. Captain Baxter gives up, and Lorem tries real real hard.
Improvised April 7th, 2013
Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:23:56 +0000
A very private ambassador visits the Sisyphus, while the crew blows up on social media.
Improvised June 9th, 2013.
Wed, 10 Jul 2013 04:40:00 +0000
After encountering a tachyon nebula, icky things begin happening aboard the Sisyphus and stuff.
Improvised May 12th, 2013 from a suggestion by John Goodwin via Facebook.
Wed, 26 Jun 2013 21:09:27 +0000
Following the death of Captain Dashwood, Ensign Emma is assigned to the USS Sisyphus and must choose between two suitors. Ensign Yemenities is disgraced by a charming young officer, and Fritz offers advice his bosom friends.
Improvised May 5th, 2013
Bonus Scene: Iambic Skantameter
Mon, 17 Jun 2013 04:57:00 +0000
Ensign Lorem and Captain Baxter enjoy freedom of verse and of thigh, to the chagrin of Dr. Zonalzon.
Improvised on June 16, 2013. Title suggested by Justin Kavanagh via Facebook.
Ep 66: Whoops, I Beamed it Again
Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:49:00 +0000
The crew of the Sisyphus experiences a leadership crisis during a leadership workshop. Can they work out the bugs before they all turn into bugs?
Improvised on May 19th 2013 from a title suggested by Bob Wheeler on Facebook.
Tue, 28 May 2013 16:55:00 +0000
For new listeners, a chance to meet the crew of the Sisyphus along side Ambassador Gleebob of Bobglee. Plus news for 05/28/2013
Wed, 15 May 2013 14:59:00 +0000
When Captain Baxter trades places with with Captain Stevenson of the USS Galaxy, two command styles are put to the test. Two pretty messed-up command styles.
Improvised May 5th, 2013 from a suggestion by Ben McLaughlin via facebook.
Thu, 02 May 2013 03:49:00 +0000
Lt. Cmdr. Fassbinder's marriage to the ship is in danger of running aground, but Dr. Zonalzon and Lady Cola are ready to give the Sisyphus the attention she deserves. Improvised on March 17th, 2013. Title suggested by Justin Kavanah via Facebook.
Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:05:00 +0000
Inspired by Ep 59: Today is a Good Day to Cry, improvised in January 13, 2013 HIchop! is performed by Jen Usellis Mackay; & translated by Robyn Stewart, Chris Lipscombe, Christopher Kidder-Mostrom, Jeremy Cowan, and Ali Kidder-Mostrom.
Thu, 18 Apr 2013 03:59:00 +0000
On their first trip through the wormhole to the Gamma Quadrant, the crew of the Sisyphus meet the wormhole aliens, and escape by the sweat of their brow. And other excretions as well.
Improvised on Feb. 3, 2013. Title suggested by Saskia Slottje via Facebook
Bonus: Lady Cola & Ch'arles Lorem sing Before He Speaks
Mon, 08 Apr 2013 14:55:47 +0000
Thanks to all who attended the First Cotnact Coundown. Heres a song from the evening!
Tue, 02 Apr 2013 15:41:00 +0000
The USS Sisyphus hosts the Vulcan ambassador Bitok on an important sumit, and a young romulan girl learns that while you can cloak a D'deridex class warbird, you can't cloak whats in your heart. Improvised 03-17-13 by a suggestion from...Jeri Taylor! Writer and producer for Star Trek:TNG and Voyager! Thanks Jeri!
Ep 61: An Unbearable Being of Lightness
Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:17:00 +0000
A being of pure energy, having transcended its physical form, takes the crew on a journey that makes them question the nature of self, being and consciousness. It's awful.
Improvised January 13, 2013 from a suggestion by Dan Granata via twitter. Edited by Roger Payton.
Bonus: Sparkling Bedsheets (Live podcast episode)
Fri, 15 Mar 2013 14:13:33 +0000
In our first live podcast episode, the crew wakes up on the bridge to discover certain body parts have taken on minds of their own... or have they had them all along?
Tue, 05 Mar 2013 03:21:00 +0000
When responding to a distress call from the science vessel USS Mortensen, the crew of the discover the power of the forth element, and learn who among the crew has a surprise inside them.
Bonus Scene: Attack of the Lens Flare
Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:36:00 +0000
In this epilogue to the live show Attack of Lense Flare(performed February 22nd at the iO theater of Chicago), the crew discusses recent events over a game of Parisees Squares. Plus news for 03/03/2013.
Ep 59: Today is a Good Day to Cry
Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:15:00 +0000
Towels, and the war with the Klingon Empire, heat up when a bird-of-prey disables the Sisyphus, and Lt. King bonds with their young captain.
Improvised January 13, 2013 from suggestion by Nicholas Holt on Facebook.
HIchop! performed by Jen Usellis Mackay, translated by Robyn Stewart, Chris Lipscombe, Christopher Kidder-Mostrom, Jeremy Cowan, and Ali Kidder-Mostrom.
Bonus Scene: To Live and Die in a Black Hole
Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:42:00 +0000
In this brief scene, Cdr. Hayes, Lt. Cola, and Dr. Zonalzon discuss the dos and don't of Truth or Dare.
Plus news for 02/12/13.
Scene suggestion from Paul Nichols, via facebook.
Mon, 04 Feb 2013 00:45:00 +0000
Captain Baxter's mind is destroyed after a *long* stay in an Algorian prison, the crew tries to pick up the pieces.
Improvised June 24, 2012 from a suggestion via facebook. But we don't know your name. Let us know who you are!
Bonus Scene: Manti Te'o Epilogue
Sun, 27 Jan 2013 23:42:00 +0000
On Friday, January 25th, Improvised Star Trek performed a live episode entitled "Manti Te'o" at the iO theater in Chicago. This week's bonus scene is an epilogue to that live show. Our next live show will be Feb. 22nd, and we'd love for you to join us at the iO theater for that live episode!
Fri, 25 Jan 2013 01:30:00 +0000
Murder on the Sisyphus!
Klingon translation of the Law and Order opening courtesy of Robyn Stewart, Chris Lipscombe, and Christopher Kidder-Mostrom of A Klingon Christmas Carol.
Ep 56: A Shuttlecraft Named Desire
Mon, 07 Jan 2013 17:35:17 +0000
The USS Antebellum brings the sultry Ambassador Blanche and Captain Stanley to the ship, resulting in some upset nerves. The crew deals with Starfleet's Antilles To Do list. With special guest Martin Wilson.
Recorded Oct. 7, 2012 from a suggestion by @sizemore.
ISTBonus: TriTricorder Again [Animated!]
Wed, 02 Jan 2013 15:46:10 +0000
Happy New Year! This ANIMATED bonus scene, Captain Baxter and Crick Watson lay low.
You may have heard this one before, but you haven't seen it.
Live Show Announcement and "Hide and Q" episode commentary.
Sun, 30 Dec 2012 22:11:00 +0000
Improvised Star Trek will be returning to the iO stage January 25th at midnight! Save the date, and if you have access to some sort of time travelling device, use it to go there now and then come back and tell us how the show will be.
We're celebrating our upcoming live shows with a commentary track for the TNG episode "Hide and Q." Please enjoy!
Bonus: Klingon Christmas Carol
Fri, 21 Dec 2012 03:43:42 +0000
A special piece produced by the cast of the Klingon Christmas Carol. Improvised Star Trek loves the Klingon Christmas Carol, and so should you. The show runs through Dec. 30th at the Raven Theatre in Chicago IL.
Sun, 18 Nov 2012 22:56:00 +0000
The first step is admitting you have a sandwich. ALSO:Listen for details on how to win FREE TICKETS to the TNG Season 2 Screening Nov 29!
Wed, 14 Nov 2012 16:13:00 +0000
When a team of geologists goes missing on Ordorian II, the crew must dig deep to find answers.
Bonus Episode: In the Brig Blues
Mon, 05 Nov 2012 05:21:49 +0000
When Cmdr. Hayes spends the night in Lady Cola's brig, he makes some new friends and some new enemies. Recorded Feb. 2012 from a suggestion from Darren Amaya.
Sat, 27 Oct 2012 18:09:42 +0000
Its a goulish night of terror and treats when the Sisyphus celebrates All Holodeck's Eve. Will the arboreatum gets teepeed again this year?
Bonus Scene: All Holodeck's Pre-Eve-view
Sun, 21 Oct 2012 22:51:00 +0000
Lorem & Hayes discuss their Holodeck's Eves plans. Next week's esidode:"All Holodeeck's Eve."
Ep 53: In Space, Everyone Screams for Ice Cream
Mon, 15 Oct 2012 13:56:09 +0000
A sweet discovery leads to some metaphorically rotten teeth when Cmdr. Hayes and Lt. Cola beam down to Papara, the ice cream planet.
Tue, 09 Oct 2012 02:21:00 +0000
Capt. Baxter and Lt. Lady Cola are stuck in a cave. I don't know what else to say.
Mon, 01 Oct 2012 05:00:00 +0000
A survey of ancient ruins threatens the ship with...well, theres some debate on what.
Mon, 24 Sep 2012 05:28:00 +0000
The crew of the Sisyphus is instructed to review a mission log of the USS Enterprise, Starfleet's flagship.
Bonus Ep: The Improvised Star Trek Into Darkness
Mon, 17 Sep 2012 02:33:00 +0000
This week Improvised Star Trek participated in TrekMate's 24-Hour Podathon. To do our part to raise money for Amnesty International and the Watford General Hospital Special Care Baby Unit, we improvised an entire episode live on-air, complete with special effects and soundtrack courtesy of Dan Granata on the soundboard. Please enjoy!
Ep 51: Live Long and Buy a Timeshare
Tue, 11 Sep 2012 03:05:00 +0000
While enjoying the mall on Starbase 22, Captain Baxter makes a questionable purchase which leads to Godhood.
Bonus Scene: Who Forgot to Record the Captain's Documentary?
Mon, 03 Sep 2012 19:44:00 +0000
A bonus scene from June 24th, 2012 explores the creative process, plus news for Sept 1, 2012.
Ep 50: Away Mission Impossible
Mon, 27 Aug 2012 03:33:36 +0000
When a starfleet officer is held prisoner on planet Florgorn, a crack team from the Sisyphus is sent to free them.
Bonus Video: Happy Birthday Jonathan Frakes!
Mon, 20 Aug 2012 03:52:00 +0000
Happy birthday to Jonathan Frakes, from the Improvised Star Trek cast!
Ep 49: A Worm! A Worm! My Kingdom for a Worm!
Mon, 13 Aug 2012 04:00:19 +0000
After Captain Baxter's mysterious demise, the crew scrambles to fill the resulting power vaccuum. Recorded on July 1st, 2012. Title suggested by K Scott Huntley via Facebook.
Bonus Scene: In a Mimic, Darkly
Mon, 06 Aug 2012 00:14:00 +0000
Fritz finds something unexpected when he tries to steal something from Lady Cola's quarters; a bit of himself.
Ep 48: I Can't Believe Its Not Romulus
Sun, 29 Jul 2012 23:00:00 +0000
The USS Sisyphus encounters a Romulan ship when a rescue mission takes it in to the Neutral Zone. But is everything as it appears? SPOILER ALERT: It is not.
With Special Guest Julia Weiss. Recorded July 15, 2012. Title suggested by comic artist Ben Templesmith. Title solicited by @TheMightyGarn, winner of Improvised Star Trek's "Get Us A Celebrity Suggestion from the San Diego Comic Con" contest.
Bonus Scene: Tri-, Tricorder Again
Tue, 24 Jul 2012 19:03:00 +0000
Captain Baxter and LtCdr Watson find themselves in a tight spot, but luckily have their trusty tricorder on hand.
Improvised as an unnamed warmup scene 1/8/2010. Names post-facto from a suggestion by Jon Forsythe.
Mon, 16 Jul 2012 19:31:00 +0000
Can the crew of the Sisyphus rise to the occassion for a diplomatic summit? What if I told you they were also being visited by lunar rednecks and a randy sex therapist? Also fleas. And a mysterious illness. God, and we haven't even mentioned Lady Cola...
Improvised April 8, 2012.
Bonus Scene: The Freon Frontier
Mon, 09 Jul 2012 03:46:00 +0000
Captain Baxter and LtCdr. Watson beat the heat.
Next Full Episode airs July 15th.
Mon, 02 Jul 2012 05:06:31 +0000
An old friend rescues the Sisyphus, but the USS Garcia then becomes ensnared in the same spacial phenomena that endangered the Sisyphus. Guest starring Joseph Wolff Philips as Capt. Japhy Witman.
Ep 45: The Postman Always Hails Twice
Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:27:33 +0000
Zorb finally tracks Meraxis to a Federation starship, where he finds the fugitive posing as an ensign. But the USS Sisyphus has more surprises in store; Zarlene, the wife who abandoned him at the alter 4 years ago, and an intoxicated new romance. Recorded April 29, 2012 from a suggestion by Zach Perkins.
Fri, 15 Jun 2012 05:00:00 +0000
The Sisyphus' emergency seperation bolt is blown leaving the ship in two parts, with time running out for both. (Relax, we're just going to have a fun space adventure). Improvised April 8, 2012.
Tue, 15 May 2012 12:50:40 +0000
The crew of the Sisyphus are all super excited when Captain Baxter's nemesis Dr. Solaris shows up and threatens to destroy him. Captain Baxter is slightly less excited.
Improvised March 18th, 2012. Title suggested by @tparadox via Twitter.
Starring
Nate Parks as Dr. Solaris, Holographic Darth Vader
Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Holographic Abraham Lincoln
Nick Wagner as Ensign Ch'arles Lorem, Holographic Darth Vader
Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Bolian First Mate (unnamed)
Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon
Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Holographic Jeff Probst
Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Ens. Lackey
Mon, 07 May 2012 06:16:00 +0000
Corbomite steps up to meet a diplomatic emergency when an ambassador sees/is red. Plus news for 05/06/12. Bonus Scene recorded 10/19/11, next new episode 5/13/12.
Mon, 30 Apr 2012 02:50:00 +0000
Corbomite attempts to unravel the mystery of the vanishing captain while Fritz's natural charisma inspires the rest of the crew. Recorded March 11, 2012(except for that bit with Baxter). Titled suggested by Padraic Connelly via Facebook.
Mon, 23 Apr 2012 05:30:30 +0000
Crick goes to see Dr. Z about a very sensitive issue.
Mon, 16 Apr 2012 05:37:00 +0000
Lt. Cmdr. Fassbender creates a new form of life, endowed with shortcomings all too familiar to the crew of the Sisyphus, but entirely unfamiliar to the newest crew member, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon. Improvised Star Trek welcomes Mary Cait Walthall to the cast as Dr. Zonalzon.
Bonus Scene: The Planet of Echoes
Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:59:00 +0000
In this short scene, the Sisyphus visits the Planet of Echoes. The Sisyphus visits the Planet of Echoes. Recorded May 8, 2011. Title suggested by Noah Blair.
Plus news for April 8, 2012.
Ep 40: Adventures in Spacebabysitting
Mon, 02 Apr 2012 01:20:00 +0000
The Sisyphus finds a basket on its doorstep, and Lt. Morkolitz tries to patch things up with Jill.
Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:42:00 +0000
Ensign Lorem is sent to fetch something old from the ship's attic. Improvised January 29, 2012 with special guest Bill Stern.
Plus news for March 25, 2012.
Mon, 19 Mar 2012 03:51:00 +0000
Cdr. Hayes, LtCdr. Fassbinder, & Ensign Lorem try to find common ground with a hungry anti-matter entity. Captain Baxter has a good day. Unbelievably good.
Recorded Feb 19, 2012.
Bonus Scene: Mo' Tachyons, Mo' Problems
Tue, 06 Mar 2012 02:05:43 +0000
Announcing several changes to Improvised Star Trek!
Firstly, new episodes will now be released biweekly instead of weekly. While we're sorry to make you wait longer between adventures of the USS Sisyphus, the new schedule will ensure that episodes arrive reliably on time, and that every episode meets our highest production standards. It'll also free us up to produce bonus materials we've wanted to provide. Expect to hear some extras coming your way soon, hopefully to tide you over between new episodes.
Secondly, we're thrilled to welcome a new member to the cast, Mary Cait Walthall. Mary Cait is an active member of the Chicago improv community, and we're all thrilled to have her on board the Sisyphus. Listen for her in upcoming episodes!
Lastly, thanks to all of you who listen. If you're a fan of the show, keep spreading the word to your friends. Thats all for now, but we've got some exciting stuff in works, so keep listening, and watch here for all your Improvised Star Trek news.
Ep 38: Shuttlecraft Shenanigans
Mon, 27 Feb 2012 01:44:38 +0000
The crew struggles deliver an ambassador, and Lt. Cola broadens some horizons. With special guest Blaine Swen.
Recorded October 23, 2011. Suggestion from Darren Amaya via Facebook.
Ep 37: Skyway to the Neutral Zone
Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:58:15 +0000
Starfleet sends the Sisyphus to investigate a strange signal of sagacious origin. Guest starring Dan Granata, recorded January 22, 2012.
Ep 36: Engineering Imagineering
Mon, 06 Feb 2012 23:07:01 +0000
In 2063, humans make first contact with an alien species. In 2161, the United Federation of Planets is formed. In 2372, the Walt Disney Corporation's copyright on Mickey Mouse runs out.
Recorded October 30th, 2011.
Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:22:00 +0000
The senior crew vies to be featured in the Foxes of Starfleet benefit calendar. Meanwhile, Ensign Lorem finally has the bridge all to himself and indulges his secret desires. Guest starring Kristen Studdard as Frau Fassbender. Recorded in an improvised session on Jan 15th, 2012. Title suggested by Paul Nichols.
Tue, 24 Jan 2012 04:37:00 +0000
With Captain Baxter away learning about new Borg fighting techniques, the rest of the crew encounter some chilled out Borg recruitment techniques. Ensign Smelt finds love at his promotion party. Recorded October 23, 2011 from a suggestion by @tparadox .
Mon, 16 Jan 2012 02:02:00 +0000
Captain Baxter travels back in time to prevent a castrophe, Fritz's marriage hits the skids, and someone learns an important lesson about cleaning up after their pet.
Recorded January 8th, 2012. Suggestion by Dan Granata via twitter.
Ep 32: Solar Winds of Change, part 2
Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:32:00 +0000
In this thrilling conclusion, Commander Madison and his ear maggot threaten to take over the Sisyphus while Crick Watson and the U.S.S. Centaur open fire.
Ep 31: Solar Winds of Change, part 1
Mon, 21 Nov 2011 06:03:00 +0000
Japhy's departure leaves the crew of the Sisyphus in shambles as they try to deal with the greatest threat they've faced all season.
Mon, 14 Nov 2011 22:02:00 +0000
Counselor Japhy Whitman says some good-byes in the only way he knows how: tchotkes. Lots of Tchotkes.
Recorded August 21, 2011
Sun, 09 Oct 2011 17:00:00 +0000
Counselr Whitman get's a visit from his Risan family.
Ep 25: Johnny Laser's: Home of the Galaxy Burger
Mon, 03 Oct 2011 05:27:00 +0000
Cmdr Hayes leaves the ship to start a burger franchise. Jabel & Alex reconcile.
Recorded Nov. 21, 2010
Mon, 26 Sep 2011 05:25:11 +0000
En route to a Restoration-era planet, the crew tries to be more respectful with each other, while a disrespectful youngster living in the basement tries to get closer to Captain Baxter.
Ep 23: Encounter with the Otherside of Quiet
Mon, 19 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0000
The Sisyphus is summoned to aid a planet being harassed by its boorish neighbor.
There were too many swears to bleep in this one. Enjoy!
Ep 21: The Day the Earth Stood Up
Sun, 28 Aug 2011 17:00:00 +0000
When the fate of the Earth is at stake, Captain Baxter must go wild.
Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:12:00 +0000
While the Sisyphus is stuck in the doldrums of a nebula, Corbomite seaks Captain Baxter's help in getting out of the doldrums of his holodeck simulation. Tensions increase between Fritz and Lady Cola. Recorded 7/31/11. Title suggested by Jess Drew via Facebook.
Ep 18: Thats Another Finite Mess You've Gotten Me Into
Sun, 07 Aug 2011 19:12:00 +0000
When a catastrophe leaves the Sisyphus undermanned, the officers turn to using holograms to crew the ship.
Recorded June 12, 2011. Title suggestion by Othy Schwering via Facebook.
Mon, 25 Jul 2011 20:39:16 +0000
The search for a missing shipmate takes the crew to an unsavory Klingon establishment.
Recorded in a completely improvised session July 17, 2011. Title suggested by Anthony Barnaby via facebook.
Sun, 10 Jul 2011 22:58:58 +0000
In this mini-episode, the Sisyphus again comes under fire from an unknown assailant and has to fend off a hostile boarding party. Recorded on March 27, 2011.
Sun, 26 Jun 2011 06:25:00 +0000
Lt. Cmdr Watson invents a shrink ray, exposing the crew to undiscovered worlds all around them.
Ep 11: A Million Billion Miles and Running
Sun, 19 Jun 2011 19:37:56 +0000
Fritz reaches a major milestone in his engineering life, with drastic consequences for the entire ship. The lovely, lovely ship. Recorded 5/15/2011.
Sun, 29 May 2011 15:47:00 +0000
When Captain Baxter has to go into suspended animation, chaos breaks out aboard the Sisyphus.
Created in a completely improvised session May 22. Title suggested by Jess Drew via Facebook.
Sun, 22 May 2011 16:37:00 +0000
The crew of the USS Sisyphus are given a bonuses for their superlative service. Engineer Fassbinder is promoted to Admiral.
Created in a completely improvised session April 24, 2011.
Ep 5: Phaser? I Barely Know Her
Sun, 01 May 2011 18:55:00 +0000
Captain Baxter sends Lady Cola mixed signals as he invites her to his quarters for a private chat and a filet mignon. The rest of the crew are overcome by curiosity and recruit Holographic Abraham Lincoln to help them find out what's going on behind closed doors...
Extras: Emergency Tour Guide Hologram
Mon, 04 Apr 2011 16:56:00 +0000
The ships Emergency Tour Guide Hologram leads you on an exciting tour of the USS Sisyphus.
Welcome to Improvised Star Trek
Fri, 01 Apr 2011 17:00:00 +0000
Welcome to Improvised Star Trek! Our first "season" starting in April 2011 was a ton of fun, but there was a bit of learning curve taking our live stage show from iO Chicago and turning it into a podcast. Early episodes suffer from audio problems (though we're humbly submit that we took less time than TNG to find our footing), so for that reason we've pruned the first season a bit so that only episodes recognizable as what Improvised Star Trek became are available in the feed.
Still, we understand Star Trek fans are completists by nature, so if you see any episode numbers missing and need to know what we cut, you can still hear them by heading to our website:
http://www.theimprovisedstartrek.com
Thanks for checking out Improvised Star Trek! The Human Adventure of the USS Sisyphus is just beginning.