167: A Lot of Weight

The Star Trek Encyclopedia: Michael and Denise Okuda. When it comes to modern Star Trek, few could dispute the fact that Michael and Denise Okuda are two of the most important figures in the franchise. Among the many contributions they have made to the Star Trek universe, their reference books stand out as essential items for the most die-hard of Trek fans. So when they finally got the chance to update their incredible Star Trek Encyclopedia, fans everywhere rushed to get their hands on this revised masterpiece! In this episode of Literary Treks hosts Matthew Rushing, Dan Gunther and Bruce Gibson welcome Michael and Denise Okuda to talk about the newly updated Star Trek Encyclopedia. We discuss coming back after all these years, the process, the detail, the Kelvin timeline, animated series, the Roddenberry Vault and more! This week in news we judge the book covers for Face of the Unknown and Headlong Flight. News Judging Books By Their Cover (00:02:29) Face of the Unknown (00:03:08) Headlong Flight (00:06:14) Feature: Michael and Denise Okuda Back After All These Years (00:11:57) The Process (00:18:15) Any Surprises? (00:20:01) Detail (00:21:41) Favorite Entries (00:23:01) The Kelvin Timeline (00:24:40) Star Trek Beyond (00:28:43) The Animated Series, Books and Comics (00:30:19) Updates (00:32:25) The Roddenberry Vault (00:34:28) Where to Purchase (00:42:44) Michael and Denise Online (00:44:00) Favorite Episodes (00:49:23) Final Thoughts (00:54:37) Hosts Matthew Rushing, Dan Gunther and Bruce Gibson Guests Michael and Denise Okuda Production Matthew Rushing (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Norman C. Lao (Associate Producer) Ken Tripp (Associate Producer) Brandon-Shea Mutala (Associate Producer) Bruce Gibson (Associate Producer)