Improvised Star Trek

Ep 152: Fire: The Greatest Invention of All Time

12 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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? POK...

Ep 151: Planet of the Dongs

28 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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. ...

E150: Oh the Places You'll Boldly Go!

14 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Bonus: You Get a Spirit Animal! You Get a Spirit Animal! Everyone Gets a Spirit Animal!

08 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Ep 149: Guess Who's Coming to Flok'Narr

31 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Bonus Ep: Bowl of Soup

26 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Performed live at NerdCon Stories 2016!    Featuring: Dan Granata as Computer, Sound Wizard, Klingon Navigator Matt Young as Captain Julius Valentin...

Ep 148: Fritzcarraldo

10 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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, ...

Bonus: The Mind of the Sisyphus

03 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Ep 147: The Time that Land Forgot

27 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Bonus: Rump Stumply

20 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Bonus: Fritz Gets a Man Bun

15 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Captain Baxter tasks Commander Hayes with exterminating a flying squirrel. Featuring Griffen Eckstein as Chief Engineer Fritz Fassbinder Chris Rathjen...

Ep 146: Stop in the Name of the Love King!

12 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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'M...

Ep 145: Squircle: Part Square, Part Circle

29 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 im...

Bonus: Alien V. Predator, Esq.

24 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 fin...

Ep 144: Codename: Ensign Danger

14 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 A...

Ep 143: The One Where Ross Gets a Monkey

01 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Bonus: Zippity Zoppity Zoo!

26 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

News! Improvised Star Trek will be performing at the Chicago Nerd Comedy fest in August: http://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwcomedy/article/NERDFEST-2016...

Ep 142: The Hairtaker

17 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 rema...

Ep 141: If You Can't Beat 'Em, Bajoran 'Em!

05 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Inappropriate appropriation abounds, appropos of nothing. Will Rip Stipley accept himself for who he is, or will he finally take things too pon farr? ...

Ep 140: A Mind Forever Chained

21 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Ep 139: The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Science

05 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The delicate balance of the Sisyphus is upset when Ensign Operator leaves and an inssssssssssidious ssssscientist arrives.  Improvised on March 27, ...

Bonus: Sisyphus Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser

29 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

An unlikely duo discuss breakfast foods while performing maintenance on the upper nacelles.   Improvised January 10, 2016 from a title by ...

Ep 138: Where Everyone Has Gone Before

23 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 wri...

Bonus: The Making of Something About A Gorn

16 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

EP 137: Korg Starbite, Klingon Dentist

08 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 dentis...

Ep 136: Left of Centaur

25 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

When a hooved starfleet weapons expert comes aboard, Rita needs to deal with trampled past. ​ Improvised February 28, 2016 from a suggestion by Ad...

Bonus: Sigh, It's a Corbomite Episode, Folks...

21 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 sc...

Ep 135: Some Dissembling Required

11 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Counselor Rayvek has her hands full; Captain Baxter has his mouth full. Where, exactly, did these cookies come from, anyway? Improvised February 28, ...

Ep 1: Something About a Gorn (Remastered)

09 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Please Enjoy this Fifth anniversary re-release of our first episode. The USS Sisyphus hosts a Gorn Ambassador. Improvised February 27, 2011 from a s...

Ep 134: The Romulans Really Did it This Time

28 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sisyphus encounters a ... Romulan Warbird? While patroling a Zone? A Neutral Zone! Definitely neutral. But is everything as it seems? I wanna say ...

Bonus: Weeping with the Enemy

27 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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, ...

Ep 133: Salt Vampire Weekend

14 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Bonus: Bed Bath & Beyond Authorization Codes Never Expire

08 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Ep 132 Insecurity Officer

29 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

I Can't Believe I Kissed You

22 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 Slottj...

Ep 131: Jeff

15 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

An impressive new crewman impresses the crew, impressively. Improvised November 8th from a suggestion by Mark Dean Quinn via Facebook Edited by Roge...

Ep 130: It's Always Tuesday

01 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Zarlene encounters some old friends. Ensign Spot sets some personal goals. The crew looks forward to trying out the restaurants on a distant space sta...

Bonus: Single Men, Double Ladies

26 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 vi...

Ep 129: Return to the Planet of No Return

19 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Bonus: Happy New Year from the Cast & Crew

13 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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

Ep 128: Yesterday Would Have Been a Good Day to Have Died

03 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

After saving The Federation yesterday, the crew grapples with a less exciting today. Oh and they save a planet full of miners, but whatever. Improvis...

Bonus: Baxter's Christmas Wish

22 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Did somebody say wish? Improvised November 8th, 2015 from a suggestion by Paul Nichols via Facebook. Edited by Chris Rathjen Griffen Eckstein as Lt...

Ep 127: Cpt. Julius Frankenstein Baxter

21 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

It's alive! Crick's holonovel gets an adaptation he doesn't approve of. ​ Improvised on August 15 from a suggestion by Andrew Vanderwoude. ​ E...

Bonus: 7 Minutes in Zeaven

15 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Zarlene teaches Baxter and Corbo about the Nerds and the Knees.   Featuring Chris Rathjen as Corbomite Hayes Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene Zo...

Ep 126: Weekend at Baxter's

07 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Sisyphus crew struggles to revive their passed-out captain, as Admiral Damocles kicks off a surprise inspection of the ship. Improvised on Septem...

Bonus: Ensign Spot versus the Cucumber

01 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Ep 125: Your Lady Ship has Arrived, Your Ladyship

23 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 make...

Bonus: Worst Contact

17 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Just the worst.   Improvised November 8, 2015 from a suggestion by Joel Svensson   Featuring Sean Kelly as Crick Watson  Eli Mandel as Alien ...

Ep 124: The Undiscovered Country Club

09 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 lo...

Bonus: Evil Baxter's Evil Twin

31 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Crick reveals what he's been storing in carbonite... and it isn't Corbomite. Improvised October 26, 2014 from a suggestion by Andrew Vanderwoude Fea...

Ep 123: Uh, Was that Jazz?

25 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Bonus: We have engaged the Borg...it will be a spring wedding

19 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Zarlene hears wedding klaxons. Featuring Mary Cait Walthall as Dr. Zarlene ZonalzonMatt Young as Cpt. Julius Valentine BaxterEli Mandel as Borg Dr...

Ep 122: When You Wish Upon a Starship

11 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 sug...

Bonus: Do you like Lady colladas, and getting caught in the rain?

06 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Lady answers an ad.   Featuring Griffen Eckstein as En. Murray? Irene Marquette as Lady Cola   News for October 6, 2015: We'll be appearing...

Ep 121: Nick O'Time Temporal Adventurer

27 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Bonus: Saucer Seperation Anxiety

21 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 St...

Ep 120: Unrealistic, but still Great, Expectations

14 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Ep 119: Disaster Disaster Disaster Disaster Disaster

31 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Bonus: Everybody Has to Pee at the Same Time

26 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Ep 118: You Can't Go Home Again Because Your Planet Was Destroyed

17 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 som...

Bonus: Prime Rib Directive

10 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Fritz and Corbomite chew the fat.   Featuring Griffen Eckstein as Fritz Fassbinder Eli Mandel as Acting Dr. Rip Stipley Christopher Rathjen as C...

EP 117: Planet of the Hats

03 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Bonus: Rip Stipley's Believe It or Not

29 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Rip has something to show Corbomite. Moo-hem ensues.   Featuring:  Eil Mandel as Acting Doctor Rip Stipley Chrisopher Rathjen as Corbo...

Ep 116: Starfleet Innovation Day

20 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Sisyphus makes their pitch to improve starfleet, Captain Baxter meets his favorite band, Lorem keeps it tight.   Improvised April 19, 2015 from...

Bonus: That's no Moon!

14 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 o...

Episode 115: Poseidon, God of the Sea, Invented Horses

05 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Sisyphus crew tries acting. Crick tries cooking. First contact with a new species goes less than swimmingly...   "Poseidon, God of the Sea, Inv...

Bonus: 42 Minutes of Explosions

30 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 o...

Ep 114: It's Alway's Doomsday Somewhere

22 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 Ha...

Bonus: Prime Detective

15 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

A young go-getter catches the eye of an inspector from starfleet.   Featuring: Sean Kelley as LtCdr. Crick Watson Chris Rathjen as Cdr. Corbomite...

Ep 113: Darkness at the Edge of Space Town

08 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The citizens of New Atlantic City are being terrorized by an unknown evil, while Captain Baxter wrestles with the impossible conundrum of choosing a ...

Bonus: The Talented Mr. Stipley

28 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 Val...

Ep 112: Naked Time and a Half

25 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Acting Doctor Rip Stipley has his hands full when a space virus presents a hard problem. Meanwhile, Rita's budding relationship with the replicator f...

Ep 111: An Apple a Day Keeps the Chief Medical Officer Away

10 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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,...

Bonus: Ensign Alligator Navigator

08 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 o...

Ep 110: Planet Cat

26 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Bonus: Encounter at Fartpoint

20 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 E...

Ep 109: Who Washes the Window Washers?

12 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Bonus: That Which Perspires

07 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Ep 108: Cry Havoc

30 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Bonus: ChiFi Con Panel

23 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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" No...

Ep 107: The Legend of Spock's Gold

16 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 McLaug...

Bonus: Corndogs Three for a Dollar

11 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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! ...

Ep 106: Long Time Listener, First Time Conqueror

02 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Bonus: Deep Space 7-11

23 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 c...

EP 105:Odo's Sleep Bucket Challenge

17 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 v...

Bonus: Baxter's Butt Bumps

12 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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,...

Ep 104: The Universe is an Ocean and we are but a Ripple on the Water

02 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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?   Im...

Bonus: The Undiscovered Mailman

25 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 Mik...

Ep 103: The Undiscovered Pantry

18 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

An important mission, like, totallay important leads the USS Sisyphus to a rendevous with the with USS Gracia at strange anomaly. Improvised 2014-09-...

Ep 102: Days Inn of Future Past

07 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Bonus: Trading Species

30 Dec 2014

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Ep 101: Borg.org

14 Dec 2014

Contributed by Lukas

The Sisyphus accidentally happens upon the Borg during their quarterly fundraising drive and no one changes the station in time and pretty soon the cr...

Ep 100 (AUDIO): Mailbag

03 Dec 2014

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Ep 100 (VIDEO): Mailbag

03 Dec 2014

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Bonus: Zearthquake?!

29 Nov 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Zonalzon's plan to navigate the holidays is a bit shakey. Plus news for Novermber 29th, 2014   Featuring Sean Kelley as Blaknar the Magnifice...

Ep 99: The Ensigns of Turbolift Control

17 Nov 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Larry and Zarlene look for a second chance on the USS Sisyphus. Improvised August 3rd, 2014 from a suggestion by Sam Radion Featuring Griffen Ecks...

Bonus: Sisyfish

12 Nov 2014

Contributed by Lukas

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

Ep 98: The Perils of Online Space Dating

02 Nov 2014

Contributed by Lukas

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 Sug...

Bonus: D&D: Dilithium and Dragons

28 Oct 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Captain Baxter tries to be the Space Master.   Plus news for 10/28/2014   Featuring  Griffen Eckstein as LtCdr. Fritz Fassbinder, Ensign Leopo...

Ep 97: Return of the Wikipedians

19 Oct 2014

Contributed by Lukas

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 ove...