Episodes

Jul 6, 2020

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

Nov 23, 2019

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

Nov 21, 2019

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.

Nov 20, 2019

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

Nov 18, 2019

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

Nov 10, 2019

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

Nov 5, 2019

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 .

Oct 31, 2019

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

Oct 28, 2019

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.

Oct 19, 2019

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

Oct 15, 2019

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

Oct 10, 2019

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

Oct 6, 2019

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.

Oct 1, 2019

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 .

Sep 23, 2019

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.

Sep 16, 2019

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

Sep 9, 2019

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

Aug 31, 2019

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

Aug 19, 2019

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.

Aug 14, 2019

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: - See us Live as GenreThon! - Check out The Experts podcast featuring Irene Marquette -Thanks to new iTunes reviewers!

Aug 11, 2019

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.

Jul 30, 2019

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

Jul 7, 2019

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!

Jul 1, 2019

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

Jun 16, 2019

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

Jun 9, 2019

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

Apr 29, 2019

#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

Apr 17, 2019

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

Apr 12, 2019

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!

Apr 1, 2019

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)

Mar 18, 2019

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

Mar 11, 2019

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

Mar 4, 2019

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

Feb 19, 2019

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

Feb 12, 2019

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

Feb 3, 2019

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

Jan 21, 2019

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 Sean Kelley as Crick Watson, Friendly Native, Mary Shellys Brideof-Frankenstein Eli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Andorianman, a Bluocrat, Friendly Native Chris Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes Nick Wagner as Ch'arles Lorem, a Bluocrat, Frankenstein, Friendly Native Mary Cait Walthall as Zarlene Zonalzon, Ticket Agent, Swampthing Matt Young as Julius V. Baxter, Vulcan Captain, a Bluocrat Sponsored by Safehouse Chicago via The Chicago Podcast Coop

Jan 6, 2019

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. Sponsored by Safehouse Chicago The SafeHouse invites you to experience Chicago's #1 Spy themed bar & restaurant, located in the heart of River North. Your next late night mission should include a stop at the SafeHouse, where you can sip on giant shareable cocktails, dance the night away to our live DJ and exit through our top secret laser maze. Named Chicago's most instagrammable restaurant, don't miss out on the fun every Friday & Saturday night! For more information visit safehousechicago.com

Dec 30, 2018

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

Dec 6, 2018

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!

Nov 13, 2018

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.

Nov 4, 2018

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!

Oct 22, 2018

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!

Oct 8, 2018

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

Sep 18, 2018

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

Sep 10, 2018

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.

Sep 2, 2018

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.

Aug 20, 2018

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

Aug 6, 2018

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 .

Jul 24, 2018

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

Jul 9, 2018

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

Jul 1, 2018

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!

Jun 24, 2018

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

Jun 13, 2018

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

May 28, 2018

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 .

May 21, 2018

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!

May 14, 2018

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

Apr 30, 2018

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

Apr 15, 2018

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

Apr 2, 2018

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

Mar 25, 2018

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.

Mar 19, 2018

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 .

Mar 5, 2018

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

Mar 5, 2018

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!

Feb 19, 2018

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.

Feb 4, 2018

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

Jan 21, 2018

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 This episode is sponsored by Backblaze Online Backup – It's a simple way to back up all your movies, photos, music, videos, and all other data for just $5/month. It's simple and you can access all your data online, from wherever you are. Try it absolutely free by going to: Backblaze.com/CPC

Jan 8, 2018

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

Jan 2, 2018

Happy New Year! The cast and crew pick their favorite episodes of 2017. Background music from Smooth Federation by Alexander Alan

Dec 24, 2017

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

Dec 11, 2017

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

Nov 28, 2017

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

Nov 12, 2017

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.

Oct 30, 2017

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 .

Oct 16, 2017

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

Oct 8, 2017

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.

Sep 25, 2017

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

Sep 11, 2017

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.

Aug 29, 2017

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

Aug 13, 2017

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

Jul 30, 2017

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

Jul 17, 2017

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

Jul 11, 2017

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: Check out our new website! 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!

Jul 3, 2017

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

Jun 18, 2017

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 .

Jun 4, 2017

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

May 25, 2017

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

May 9, 2017

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

May 1, 2017

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

Apr 17, 2017

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

Apr 4, 2017

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

Mar 30, 2017

A special bonus episode, suggested by Ben Syn. Improvised on March 19, 2017.

Mar 19, 2017

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 .

Mar 5, 2017

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

Feb 20, 2017

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

Feb 6, 2017

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

Jan 23, 2017

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.

Jan 18, 2017

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!

Jan 9, 2017

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.

Dec 25, 2016

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

Dec 12, 2016

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

Nov 28, 2016

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/

Nov 14, 2016

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

Nov 8, 2016

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. http://pattrek.space And many thanks to all of our recent iTunes reviewers! Your reviews warm our hearts and our worms.

Oct 31, 2016

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.

Oct 26, 2016

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

Oct 10, 2016

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

Oct 3, 2016

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

Sep 27, 2016

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

Sep 20, 2016

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!

Sep 15, 2016

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 Podcas t! We're honored! We'll be performing live at Nerdcon Stories October 14-15th in Minneapolis!

Sep 12, 2016

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 .

Aug 29, 2016

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 .

Aug 24, 2016

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! h ttp://www.parsecawards.com 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! http://nerdconstories.com

Aug 14, 2016

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

Aug 1, 2016

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

Jul 26, 2016

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: http://nerdconstories.com Sean Kelley was featured on a recent episode of the Nerd Lunch podcast: http://nerdlunch.blogspot.com/2016/07/nerd-lunch-podcast-239-our-favorite.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter And many thanks for the many lovely recent iTunes reviews!

Jul 17, 2016

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

Jul 5, 2016

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

Jun 21, 2016

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

Jun 5, 2016

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

May 29, 2016

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.

May 23, 2016

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 .

May 16, 2016

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,SpiritpotatoOur 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

May 8, 2016

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

Apr 25, 2016

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

Apr 21, 2016

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 StarringGriffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz FassbenderMatt Young as Captain Julius Valentine BaxterNEWS:- 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!

Apr 11, 2016

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 RayvekSean Kelley as Lt. Cdr Crick WatsonEli Mandel as Acting Doctor/Chef Rip Stipley, Lt. Jeremy SwansonChristopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Dr. F'Geaux, Lt. BronsonNick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles LoremJulia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Diane, Ensign SpotMatt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg​Sponsored by Basecamp , a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop . Check out Roboism .

Apr 9, 2016

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 WagnerRemastered by Chris Rathjen for Improvised Star Trek's 5th Anniversary Featuring Griffen Eckstein as Cheif Engineer Fritz Fassbinder, Ambassador Klarr Sean Kelley as Science Officer Crick Watson Irene Marquette as Security Chief Lady Cola Joseph Wolff Phillips as Counselor Japhy Whitman, Cockney Bartender Chris Rathjen as First Officer Corbomite Hayes Nick Wagner as Ensign Ch'arles Lorem, Admiral Johnson Matt Young as Captain Julius V. Baxter

Mar 28, 2016

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 StarringGriffen Eckstein as Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Leopold LackeyEleanor Hollingsworth as Counselor RayvekSean Kelley as Lt. Cdr Crick WatsonEli Mandel as Tom the Romulan/Steve the Reman, Rip Stiply, Lt. Jeremy SwansonNick Wagner as Lt. Charles LoremMary Cait Walthall as Jill the Romulan/Gertrude the Reman, Dr. Zarlene ZonalzonJulia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Spot, Ensign MosquitoMatt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg Sponsored by Know Your Company , a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop .

Mar 27, 2016

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

Mar 14, 2016

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 VampireChris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, a Salt VampireNick Wagner as Lt. Ch’arles LoremMary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, a Salt VampireMatt 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/]

Mar 8, 2016

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

Feb 29, 2016

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 FacebookEdited by Hannah ParsonsSean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Cockney BartenderEli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Lt. SwansonChristopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Dr. F’GeauxLibby Schreiner as Lt. Sanora DarfumNick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, an EnsignMary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, En. OperatorJulia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. SpotMatt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. GregSponsored by Cards Against Humanity, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop

Feb 22, 2016

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. ​ FeaturingSean Kelley as Lt Cdr. Crick WatsonEli Mandel as Rip StiplyChristopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite HayesNick 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

Feb 15, 2016

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 LackeyChris Johnson as JeffSean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Ensign DiceEli Mandel as Rip Stiply, Lt. Jeremy Swanson, Ensign CardsNick Wagner as Ensign/Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, an Ensign T'bl'T'p'G'm'ngMary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Ensign NerfMatt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Ensign Greg, Sally, Ensign Sports Sponsored by The Red Eye, a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop

Feb 1, 2016

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, TylerChristopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite B. Hayes, Lt. AtlasSean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick WatsonMary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, En. OperatorJulia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, En. SpotMartin Wilson as Zyke, Daniel, Sheryl CrowMatt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg, Medical Mac Sponsored by Cards Against Humanity , a member of the Chicago Podcast Coop .

Jan 26, 2016

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/

Jan 19, 2016

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 WatsonShad Kunkle as Lt. Cdr. Jonas Jeremiah and The Eldest ElderEli Mandel as Rip Stipley, an Elder of Nor'turn, Lt. Jeremy SwansonChris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, an Astronomer of Nor'turnNick Wagner as Ch'arles Lorem, an Elder of Nor'turnMary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, an Elder of Nor'turn, En. OperatorMatt 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

Jan 13, 2016

Like it says in the title, we had a great 2015, and we just wanna say thanks for being part of it.

Jan 3, 2016

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

Dec 22, 2015

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 LackeyChris Johnson as Christmas YetiSean Kelley as Santa Claus, Lt. Cdr. Crick WatsonEli Mandel as Rip Stiply, Lt. Jeremy SwansonNick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles LoremMary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene ZonalzonMatt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Sally, Lt. Greg

Dec 21, 2015

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.

Dec 15, 2015

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 .

Dec 7, 2015

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 StarringGriffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbender, Lt. Lackey, "Captain Baxter"Sean Kelley as Admiral Damocles, Lt. Cdr. Crick WatsonEli Mandel as Acting Chef Rip Stipley, Klingon captain, Lt. SwansonChristopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite B. HayesNick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Mrs. Admiral DamoclesMary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Bright studentJulia 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.

Dec 1, 2015

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

Nov 23, 2015

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.

Nov 17, 2015

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 Come to our live show! Background music was Theme to Deep Space Nine from Smooth Federation by Andrew Allen

Nov 9, 2015

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)

Oct 31, 2015

Crick reveals what he's been storing in carbonite... and it isn't Corbomite. Improvised October 26, 2014 from a suggestion by Andrew Vanderwoude FeaturingSean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick WatsonChristopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite HayesMatt 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!

Oct 25, 2015

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 ManagerEli Mandel as Rip Stipley, Lt. Jeremy Swanson, the QuintocracyChristopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Ensign RusevMary Beth Smith as Sarah (a Child), the QuintocracyNick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, the QuintocracyMary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, the QuintocracyJulia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Spot, DianeMatt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Sally, Folk Revolutionary

Oct 19, 2015

Zarlene hears wedding klaxons. Featuring Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene ZonalzonMatt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine BaxterEli Mandel as Borg Drone Improvised September 27th from a suggestion by @jhawver via twitter NEWS: Vote for us in the Audio Verse SemiFinals! Live performance at The Geek Show October 20 Live run at iO Chicago in November & December Thanks to ValorCon for hosting our panel and One Shot for beating us as Artemis Check out the Scareblast podcast to hear Sean Kelley and Griffen Eckstein talk scary movies Check out Blastropodcast to hear Sean Kelley talk The Singularity

Oct 11, 2015

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 QuinnEdited by Hannah ParsonsFeaturing Griffen Eckstein as Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Lackey, Billy SwansonSean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Blagnar the Magnificent, Admiral CharmingEli Mandel as Acting Dr. Rip Stiply, Lt. Jeremy SwansonChristopher Rathjen as Corbomite HayesNick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles LoremJulia Weiss as Lt. King, Ensign Spot, DianeSponsored by MakeSpace(https://makespace.com) as part of the Chicago Podcast Coop(http://chicagopodcastcoop.com)

Oct 6, 2015

Lady answers an ad. Featuring Griffen Eckstein as En. Murray? Irene Marquette as Lady Cola News for October 6, 2015: We'll be appearing at Valor Con to talk video games! Also at Valor Con: we've been challenged to an Artemis starship battle by the folks at the OneShotRPG podcast (hear our previous appearance on their show here ). We'll be appearing at The Geek Show Oct 20. Free tickets available. Thanks to the Otherworld theater for having us perform at their Gala, check out their upcoming season. Thanks Luiggi for an iTunes revie. We really appreciate them!

Sep 27, 2015

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.

Sep 21, 2015

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 September 24th, See us Live October 3rd, See us Live for eight weeks starting November 6th!

Sep 14, 2015

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

Aug 31, 2015

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 ArachnisChristopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite HayesJulia Weiss as Ensign Spot, Ensign Lonnie, Lt. Rita KingMatt Young as Captain Julius V. Baxter, Lt. Greg, Ensign Sportswith Mary Cait Walthall as Computer

Aug 26, 2015

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!

Aug 17, 2015

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.

Aug 10, 2015

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

Aug 3, 2015

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 Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes and Janitor Phillips, Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, The Administrator, T'Rip and Billy, Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Diane, Ensign Splooj, Ensign Spot, and a Backwards Baseball Cap, Special Guest Alex Richmond as the Supreme Hat Commander. Edited by Hannah Parsons

Jul 29, 2015

Rip has something to show Corbomite. Moo-hem ensues. Featuring: Eil Mandel as Acting Doctor Rip Stipley Chrisopher Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes Julia Weiss as Ensign Spot 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

Jul 20, 2015

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, PresenterStephen Kropa as Dart, Hydraulics Frontman, BackupBaxterChristopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Dr FgauxNick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Hydraulics DrummerMatt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg, Ensign Fichbutte

Jul 14, 2015

This bonus scene features: Tony Harris as Ensign Price Sean Kelly as Crick Watson Katy Schutte as an Ensign News of the week: Thanks to all our world-wide iTunes reviewers, whom we recently discovered! Help us upgrade our mics! We're looking for donations to help us get brand new, much improved microphones for the show. This will improve sound quality, but also help us avoid some of the technical difficulties we've had over the last couple years that have sometimes led to lost episodes. http://www.theimprovisedstartrek.com/p/buy-us-new-mics.html If you donate $25, we'll send you five (5) unreleased episodes! These are episodes we improvised but never produced as full episodes, so they are without sound effects but still very funny! Hello from the Magic Tavern! IST's Irene Marquette is on this week's episode of Hello from the Magic Tavern, a hilarious improvised fantasy podcast also featuring our own Matt Young. For a good time, download this podcast.

Jul 5, 2015

The Sisyphus crew tries acting. Crick tries cooking. First contact with a new species goes less than swimmingly... "Poseidon, God of the Sea, Invented Horses" was improvised on March 29, 2015 from a suggestion by David Kramlich via Facebook Griffen Eckstein as Lt.(ish) Leopold Lackey, Lt. Cmd. Fritz Fassbender, Fishman, Guitar Center Guy, Lt. Son Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Lt. Carl Eli Mandel as Acting Doctor Rip Stipley, "Steve" Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Fishman Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King Matt Young as Captain Julius V. Baxter, Fishman Dave, Sally, Lt. Greg

Jun 30, 2015

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. Thanks this week to Cassrain, AudioDramaNut and Georgetheavguy for new iTunes reviews! We also have a project underway where you can do us a favor just by relistening to old episodes. If you look at our current episode descriptions they all include a cast list, including all the various aliens and ensigns and we play. We're hoping to get lists for all of our old episodes so that you can just look at the episode description to immediately see if Greg, or Lackey or Smelt make an appearance. If you go to our website you can see instructions on how to help. You can do one episode or many, but everyone who chips in will get exclusive access to a special unproduced episode of Improvised Star Trek.

Jun 22, 2015

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.

Jun 15, 2015

A young go-getter catches the eye of an inspector from starfleet. Featuring: Sean Kelley as LtCdr. Crick Watson Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes Nick Wagner as En. Ch'arles Lorem Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon Martin Wilson as Cdr. Sherbert Matt Young as Captain Julis Valentine Baxter If you want to hear more of our guest Martin Wilson you can hear the full episode that we producde from that day of recordng, Ep 56: A Shuttlecraft Named Desire . Thanks to Solaana for a new iTunes review ! Thanks to Peter Livingston and Allen Barnes for their donations! If you want to support IST, you can go to our website and do the same . Full IST episodes are sponsored by the Chicago Podcast Coop , who bring local businesses and local podcasters together. This Week's Nerdologues YOUR STORIES podcast features Sean Kelley ! Katy Schutte and Tony Harris of the Destination Podcast visited us! They'll be on soon! Destination is a cool improvised podcast we'll be on soon! GOT fans should [once again] check out Game of Owns , featuring our own editor/producer Eric Scull! The post-Season 5 Finale episode is here .

Jun 8, 2015

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

May 28, 2015

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!

May 25, 2015

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.

May 10, 2015

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. Improvised on December 28, 2015 from a suggestion by Jen Usellis Edited by Eric Scull Starring Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Com. Fritz Fassbender, Lt. Lackey, Guitar Center Guy Irene Marquette as Lt. Com. Lady Cola, Nim Nam Christopher Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite B. Hayes, Nim Nam Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Nim Nam Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Nim Nam Matt Young as Cpt. Julius V. Baxter, Lt. Greg, Nim Nam

May 8, 2015

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!

Apr 26, 2015

Ensign Spot has a stressful homecoming. Captain Baxter and Lady Cola take a walk on the wild side. Improvised November 11, 2014 from a suggestion by Katie Richeson Edited by Eric Scull Starring: Sean Kelley as Lt. Com. Crick Watson, P.M. Boots Irene Marquette as Lt. Cdr. Lady Cola Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Spot Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter, Billy, EMH, Lt. Greg Featuring music by: Andrew Lloyd Webber and Claude-Michel Schönburg

Apr 20, 2015

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!

Apr 12, 2015

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 Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, A Washingtonian Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, A Washingtonian Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, En. Greg

Apr 7, 2015

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 See us Live! 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!

Mar 30, 2015

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

Mar 23, 2015

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 Review us on itunes 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.

Mar 16, 2015

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. Starring Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr Fritz Fassbinder(Shimsham the Wonderpet), Ensign Lackey Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr Crickstopher WatsonIrene Marquette as Lt. Lady Cola, (Queen Cola) Christopher Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Amb. Stevens(Entecriss of the High Seas) Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem (the Kid) Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt Cdr. Urg Ensign Greg, O.T. Greyson

Mar 11, 2015

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!

Mar 2, 2015

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. Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Son, Ensign Gork Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr Crick Watson, Lt. Carl Christopher Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes, Commander Forex Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, ItsaButt, Ensign Garblogg Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Subcommander, Ensign Michael Mennaro Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Ensign Kurg Krog Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter

Feb 23, 2015

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!

Feb 17, 2015

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 Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Lackey, Lt. Son Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr Crick Watson Irene Marquette as Lt. Lady Cola Joseph Wolf Phillips as Holographic Rocky Balboa, Bartender, Changeling Christopher Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Pancakes Johnson, Changeling

Feb 12, 2015

Live show: A Big Thanks to Time Crash ( https://www.timecrashband.com ), our opening act this week! Upcoming Live Show Guests:2/15 Otherworld Theater, 2/22 Our Fair City Check out The View From the Booth ( http://www.theimprovisedstartrek.com/2015/02/the-view-from-booth.html ) 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/)

Feb 2, 2015

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.

Jan 25, 2015

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: See us at iO Chicago! 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.

Jan 18, 2015

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 Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Lackey, Boss Kitten Sean Kelley as Lt. Cdr Crick Watson, Student Irene Marquette as Lt. Lady Cola, Nurse Joseph Wolf Phillips as Capt. Japhy Whitman, Nurse, Cockney Bartender Christopher Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes, Scooter, Thirsty Guy, Kitten Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Unnamed Ensign, Kitten Julia Weiss as Captain Rita King, Kitten Nick Wagner as Lt. Ch'arles Lorem, Kitten Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Cdr. Sugar Dust ( Nee Sorak nee Treeheart nee Nightcrawler ), Sally

Jan 7, 2015

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 Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Lt. Lackey, The Masseur Irene Marquette as Lt. Cdr. Lady Cola, Days Inn Manager Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes Nick Wagner as the Renegade Ch'arles Lorem Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zonalzon, Days Inn Clerk, the Trilling Matt Young as [the Renegade]Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter, Lt. Greg

Dec 30, 2014

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!

Dec 14, 2014

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.

Dec 3, 2014

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!

Dec 3, 2014

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!

Nov 29, 2014

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.

Nov 17, 2014

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 Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Emergency Medical Hologram

Nov 12, 2014

Fish murder spells something...well, its most just spells a pleasant conversation. Plus news for 2014-11-11

Nov 2, 2014

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 LackeySean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson, Shenay HostIrene Marquette as Lt. Lady ColaAlex Richmond as Ensign TwilightNick Wagner as Ensign Ch'arles LoremMatt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Shenay Symbiote

Oct 28, 2014

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

Oct 19, 2014

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 Sean Kelley as Lt. Carl Irene Marquette as Lt. Lady Cola, a Wikipedian Leslie Nesbit as Marcnon the Wikipedian, Alan the Trivia Master Christopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes. Dr. F'gaut Nick Wagner as Ensign Ch'arles Lorem Matt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine Baxter, En. Greg, "Captain" Owl, Cockney Bartender

Oct 6, 2014

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 Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cmdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Ensign Leopold Lackey Sean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson, Lt. Carl, Chucky Irene Marquette as Lt. Lady Cola Alex Richmond as Ensign Twilight Nick Wagner as Ensign Ch'arles Lorem, Adm. Barbacoa Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Ensign Greg Oklahoma Joe's BBQ Music from Down Home by Dustin Busch

Sep 30, 2014

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!

Sep 22, 2014

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

Sep 15, 2014

Fritz runs afowl of the record industry, while Crick struggles to come to terms with the fleeting nature of love and wormholes.

Aug 29, 2014

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.

Aug 25, 2014

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

Aug 11, 2014

The USS Sisyphus encounters a tranports ship in need of assistance. Improvised April 5, 2014 from a suggestion by Joe Vincent. Featuring: Griffen Eckstein as Ensign Leopold Lackey, Lt. Son Sean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson, Lt. Carl, a Greg Joe Phillips as Craig, a Greg Christopher Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes, a Greg Nick Wagner as Ensign Ch'arles Lorem, a Greg Julia Weiss as Craigette, a Greg, Lt. Beyontrice Matt Young as Captain Julius V. Baxter, Ensign Greg

Jul 28, 2014

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: Sean Kelley as Lt. Cmdr. Crick Watson Chris Rathjen as Cmdr. Corbomite Hayes, Dr. F'got Nick Wagner as Ensign Ch'arles Lorem Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Ensign Greg, Commander Nightcrawler(nee Treeheart nee Sorak) Griffen Eckstein as Ensign Lackey, Lt. Cmdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Guitar Center Guy, Lt. Cmdr. Ritz Rassbinder Julia Weiss as Lt. Rita King, Ensign Beyontrix Joe Phillips as Captain Japhy Whitman, Unnamed Bartender, Ensign Smelt

Jul 23, 2014

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/

Jul 15, 2014

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.

Jul 9, 2014

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

Jul 7, 2014

In this warm-up scene, Fritz and Corbo discuss whose cup is this, and whose it isn't. Plus news for 07-07-2014

Jun 24, 2014

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.

Jun 18, 2014

The Captain talks to Hot Bones about her dangerous new hobby. Plus news for 06-18-2014

Jun 9, 2014

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 .

Jun 2, 2014

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 )

May 26, 2014

Something doesn't smell right when the crew begins to lose their memories while on patrol near the Cardassian border.

May 19, 2014

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 !

May 12, 2014

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.

Apr 27, 2014

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.

Apr 22, 2014

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!

Apr 14, 2014

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.

Apr 7, 2014

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.

Apr 1, 2014

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

Mar 18, 2014

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

Mar 11, 2014

Lt. King and Ensign Lorem are in a real pickle, emotionally speaking.

Mar 4, 2014

The crew decides to deal with the g-g-g-ghosts on the so called "haunted deck" once and for all.

Feb 24, 2014

Thanks to our recent iTunes reviews gregor's mentor and walbergr, as well as our sponsors John Godwin, John D'Angelo, and Katie Richeson. We have a Live Show: February 28 iO Special Guest: Clayton Faits Creator/Writer/Actor Our Fair City "a [scripted ]post-apocolyptic sci-fi epic" out of Chicago " ourfaircity.com " We're attending Chi-Fi Con! After rescheduling to 2015, Chi-Fi Con is having a one day event Saturday March 29, 2014. $15 save $5 if you enter " "improvstartrek" coupon code We'll have a table there. Come by and meet us. Poster Contest!!! If you'd like to help out the show, you can send us poster designs to post around Chicago and online. Any design that you think would help to promote the show is fair game! 8.5X11 - leave 2.5x4 area blank for date and ticket info. Due April 1 email them to us: info@improvisedstartrek.com. Winners will be announced on our website.

Feb 18, 2014

With Captain Baxter indulging in a Starfleet conference, the crew has to slim down with the help of a super-sized friend.

Feb 3, 2014

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.

Jan 28, 2014

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.

Jan 20, 2014

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.

Jan 13, 2014

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.

Dec 31, 2013

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!

Dec 23, 2013

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.

Dec 16, 2013

Lady & Zarlene see a project get out of control, plus news for 12/16/2013.

Dec 9, 2013

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.

Dec 4, 2013

A look inside Zarlene's medical library, and news for 12/03/2013

Nov 25, 2013

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.

Nov 20, 2013

Zarlene gets a surprise visit from her little zister.

Nov 15, 2013

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.

Nov 11, 2013

Captain Baxter does not get invited to dinner. News for 11/11/2013

Oct 31, 2013

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.

Oct 22, 2013

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.

Oct 11, 2013

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

Sep 23, 2013

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

Sep 17, 2013

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.

Sep 2, 2013

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

Aug 28, 2013

Fritz teaches Crick about science. It's the new thing. A brief warm-up scene from 07/07/2013

Aug 19, 2013

Corbomite learns an important life lesson about ancient Earth mating rituals. Also news for 08/18/2013

Aug 15, 2013

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

Jul 26, 2013

A very private ambassador visits the Sisyphus, while the crew blows up on social media. Improvised June 9th, 2013.

Jul 10, 2013

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.

Jun 26, 2013

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

Jun 17, 2013

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.

Jun 11, 2013

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.

May 28, 2013

For new listeners, a chance to meet the crew of the Sisyphus along side Ambassador Gleebob of Bobglee. Plus news for 05/28/2013

May 15, 2013

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.

May 2, 2013

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.

Apr 23, 2013

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.

Apr 18, 2013

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

Apr 8, 2013

Thanks to all who attended the First Cotnact Coundown. Heres a song from the evening!

Apr 2, 2013

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!

Mar 17, 2013

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.

Mar 15, 2013

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?

Mar 5, 2013

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.

Mar 4, 2013

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.

Feb 21, 2013

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.

Feb 13, 2013

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.

Feb 4, 2013

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!

Jan 27, 2013

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!

Jan 25, 2013

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 .

Jan 7, 2013

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.

Jan 2, 2013

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.

Dec 30, 2012

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!

Dec 21, 2012

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.

Dec 16, 2012

Dec 16, 2012

Nov 18, 2012

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!

Nov 14, 2012

When a team of geologists goes missing on Ordorian II, the crew must dig deep to find answers.

Nov 5, 2012

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.

Oct 27, 2012

Its a goulish night of terror and treats when the Sisyphus celebrates All Holodeck's Eve. Will the arboreatum gets teepeed again this year?

Oct 21, 2012

Lorem & Hayes discuss their Holodeck's Eves plans. Next week's esidode:"All Holodeeck's Eve."

Oct 15, 2012

A sweet discovery leads to some metaphorically rotten teeth when Cmdr. Hayes and Lt. Cola beam down to Papara, the ice cream planet.

Oct 9, 2012

Capt. Baxter and Lt. Lady Cola are stuck in a cave. I don't know what else to say.

Oct 1, 2012

A survey of ancient ruins threatens the ship with...well, theres some debate on what.

Sep 24, 2012

The crew of the Sisyphus is instructed to review a mission log of the USS Enterprise, Starfleet's flagship.

Sep 17, 2012

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!

Sep 11, 2012

While enjoying the mall on Starbase 22, Captain Baxter makes a questionable purchase which leads to Godhood.

Sep 3, 2012

A bonus scene from June 24th, 2012 explores the creative process, plus news for Sept 1, 2012.

Aug 27, 2012

When a starfleet officer is held prisoner on planet Florgorn, a crack team from the Sisyphus is sent to free them.

Aug 20, 2012

Happy birthday to Jonathan Frakes, from the Improvised Star Trek cast!

Aug 13, 2012

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.

Aug 6, 2012

Fritz finds something unexpected when he tries to steal something from Lady Cola's quarters; a bit of himself.

Jul 29, 2012

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.

Jul 24, 2012

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.

Jul 16, 2012

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.

Jul 9, 2012

Captain Baxter and LtCdr. Watson beat the heat. Next Full Episode airs July 15th.

Jul 2, 2012

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.

Jun 19, 2012

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.

Jun 15, 2012

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.

May 15, 2012

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 VaderMatt Young as Captain Julius Valentine Baxter, Holographic Abraham LincolnNick Wagner as Ensign Ch'arles Lorem, Holographic Darth VaderChristopher Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite Hayes, Bolian First Mate (unnamed)Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene ZonalzonSean Kelley as Lt. Cdr. Crick Watson, Holographic Jeff Probst Griffen Eckstein as Lt. Cdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Ens. Lackey

May 7, 2012

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.

Apr 30, 2012

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.

Apr 23, 2012

Crick goes to see Dr. Z about a very sensitive issue.

Apr 16, 2012

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.

Apr 9, 2012

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.

Apr 2, 2012

The Sisyphus finds a basket on its doorstep, and Lt. Morkolitz tries to patch things up with Jill.

Mar 26, 2012

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.

Mar 19, 2012

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.

Mar 6, 2012

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.

Feb 27, 2012

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.

Feb 14, 2012

Starfleet sends the Sisyphus to investigate a strange signal of sagacious origin. Guest starring Dan Granata, recorded January 22, 2012.

Feb 6, 2012

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.

Jan 31, 2012

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.

Jan 24, 2012

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 .

Jan 16, 2012

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.

Jan 9, 2012

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.

Nov 21, 2011

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.

Nov 14, 2011

Counselor Japhy Whitman says some good-byes in the only way he knows how: tchotkes. Lots of Tchotkes. Recorded August 21, 2011

Oct 9, 2011

Counselr Whitman get's a visit from his Risan family.

Oct 3, 2011

Cmdr Hayes leaves the ship to start a burger franchise. Jabel & Alex reconcile. Recorded Nov. 21, 2010

Sep 26, 2011

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.

Sep 19, 2011

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!

Aug 28, 2011

When the fate of the Earth is at stake, Captain Baxter must go wild.

Aug 22, 2011

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.

Aug 7, 2011

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.

Jul 25, 2011

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.

Jul 10, 2011

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.

Jun 26, 2011

Lt. Cmdr Watson invents a shrink ray, exposing the crew to undiscovered worlds all around them.

Jun 19, 2011

Fritz reaches a major milestone in his engineering life, with drastic consequences for the entire ship. The lovely, lovely ship. Recorded 5/15/2011.

May 29, 2011

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.

May 22, 2011

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.

May 1, 2011

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...

Apr 4, 2011

The ships Emergency Tour Guide Hologram leads you on an exciting tour of the USS Sisyphus.

Apr 1, 2011

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.