TWERPcast has been broadcasting for a year now, and the boys celebrate
their anniversary by discussing writer / director / producer M. Night
Shyamalan and his newest film The Happening.  The guys talk about M.
Night's history and previous films before digging in and reviewing his
latest feature presentation.  So tune in and join us in this
celebration by listening to NightCast at www.twerponline.net/twerpcast

"Star Trek" theme composer Alexander Courage dies
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LOS ANGELES — Alexander "Sandy" Courage, an Emmy-winning and Academy
Award-nominated arranger, orchestrator and composer who created the
otherworldly theme for the classic "Star Trek" TV show, has died. He
was 88.

Courage died May 15 at the Sunrise assisted-living facility in
Pacific Palisades, his stepdaughter Renata Pompelli of Los Angeles,
said Thursday. He had been in poor health for three years.

Over a decades-long career, Courage collaborated on dozens of movies
and orchestrated some of the greatest musicals of the 1950s and
1960s, including "My Fair Lady," "Hello, Dolly!" "Seven Brides for
Seven Brothers," "Gigi," "Porgy and Bess" and "Fiddler on the Roof."

But his most famous work is undoubtedly the "Star Trek" theme, which
he composed, arranged and conducted in a week in 1965.

"I have to confess to the world that I am not a science fiction fan,"
Courage said in an interview for the Academy of Television Arts &
Sciences Foundation's Archive of American Television in 2000. "Never
have been. I think it's just marvelous malarkey. ... So you write
some, you hope, marvelous malarkey music that goes with it."

Courage said the tune, with its ringing fanfare, eerie soprano part
and swooping orchestration, was inspired by an arrangement of the
song "Beyond the Blue Horizon" he heard as a youngster.

"Little did I know when I wrote that first A-flat for the flute that
it was going to go down in history, somehow," Courage said. "It's a
very strange feeling."

Courage said he also mouthed the "whooshing" sound heard as the
starship Enterprise zooms through the opening credits of the TV show.

"Star Trek" creator Gene Roddenberry later wrote lyrics to the tune,
which were never sung on the show but entitled him to half the
royalties, Courage said.

Among the many other projects Courage worked on was the 1987 TV
special "Julie Andrews: The Sound of Christmas," for which he won an
Emmy for musical direction.

He and Lionel Newman shared Academy Award nominations for their
adapted scores for 1964's "The Pleasure Seekers" and 1967's "Doctor
Dolittle."

A friend and colleague of movie composers John Williams and Jerry
Goldsmith, he also provided the orchestration for such movies as "The
Poseidon Adventure," "Jurassic Park," "Basic Instinct" and "The
Mummy" and supplied arrangements for the Boston Pops while Williams
was conductor in the 1980s and early 1990s.

For "Star Trek" he composed music for only a few episodes, in
addition to the theme and the music for the pilot. But that theme was
reprised in the TV sequel "Star Trek: The Next Generation" and in
the "Star Trek" movies.

Courage was born Dec. 10, 1919, in Philadelphia and raised in New
Jersey. After graduation from the Eastman School of Music in
Rochester, N.Y., in 1941, Courage enlisted in the Army Air Corps.

After the war, he became a composer for CBS radio shows and then
became an orchestrator and arranger at MGM.

Beginning in the 1960s he composed music for TV shows, including "The
Waltons," "Lost in Space" and "Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea,"
although the only themes he created were for "Star Trek" and "Judd
For the Defense."

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As Memorial Day weekend draws to a close, the TWERPcast guys take a
look at the blockbuster hit of the weekend, Indiana Jones and the
Kingdom of the Crystal Skulls.  In addition to giving an in-depth
review of the new film, we look back on how the franchise was created
and the movies that proceeded it.  Fair warning -- there are Spoilers
aplenty as we talk about the good and bad of Indy's newest adventure
in IndyCast.  www.twerponline.net/twerpcast

The TWERPcast guys sat down to review the new Speed Racer film.  Join
them as they discuss the history of the series as well as the new
Hollywood movie.  Go to www.twerponline.net/twerpcast for the latest
installment: SpeedCast.

Hello all,

Always trying to keep abreast of what other production companies are
doing -- and sometimes falling behind -- I found that our very own
April Sadowski (who is playing Lindsey in our new show "Derrick Geist"
and will be assuming the role of Resheen D'Conn in "Star Trek: Eras"
sixth episode) was interviewed on Pendant's weekly podcast, TWIPS
(This Week In Pendant), talking about her work with them and how she
got into voice acting.  Congratulations April!

If you'd like to give April's interview a listen, you can find her on
TWIP's 71st Episode at http://pendantaudio.com/twip.php#new

Before there was Vertigo, Marvel Max and Image comics, there was the
Wild Cards book series, edited by author extraordinaire George R. R.
Martin.  With the release of the eighteenth book in this long-lasting
series, Doug and Jim sit and discuss the multiple lives of this title
and review the newest book:  Inside Straight.  Tune in and listen to
TWERPcast episode 12: CardCast.

Although it does not cover our normal gammit of subjects here, I found
it interesting enough to pass along. CBS begins broadcasting "Secret
Talents Of The Stars" on Tuesday, April 8th. George "Mr. Sulu" Takei
will show his hidden talent as a country singer (Who'd a thunk it?).
Also appearing will be former Partridge Family and Chicago DJ Danny
Bonaduce, who will be doing a unicycling act with members of Ringling
Brothers, Barnum & Bailey Circus, former heavyweight boxing champ Joe
Frazier and many others. Might be something to set the TiVo for.
Hopefully, he's not a singer in the Shatner & Nimoy molds.

TWERPcast is proud to present a special preview of the upcoming
Academy Awards presentation.  Join Doug and Jim as they discuss their
likes and dislikes of the Oscar selection process, as well as pick
their favorites for Best Picture, Director, Actor, Actress, Supporting
Actor, Supporting Actress and Animated Film.  So sit back, relax and
enjoy OscarCast at www.twerponline.net/twerpcast

TWERPs is proud to announce that Act 2 of our 3rd episode is now
online and available for download.  Join us and enjoy the latest entry
of Star Trek: Eras.

One of the key points in the entertainment industry today is the
Writer's Guild of America strike currently taking place in Hollywood.
  Listen to the guys discuss the history, ramifications and reasoning
of this strike, as well as give their own insights on why the writer's
are due for a "new deal."

Join us for Episode 10 - WGACast at www.twerponline.net/twerpcast

Also, auditions for our new series, Derrick Geist, should be turned in
no later than January 27, 2008.  We will be making casting decisions
on that day and announcing the cast later that week.  For audition
information, go to www.twerponline.net/help

TimeWell Electronic Recording Productions is proud to announce an open
casting call for our new audio production, an action-adventure series
called Derrick Geist.

A cross between Indiana Jones, Supernatural and the Thin Man, Derrick
Geist follows the global adventures of our title hero as he solves
mysteries and faces extra-dimensional challenges as he searches for
the truth behind his parent's disappearance.  Joining him are an
eclectic group of friends in his world travels, each with unique
traits that will endear them to our listeners.

If you're interested in trying out for our new production, please
visit our character description page at
http://www.twerponline.net/geist/characters.htm and apply with an
audio audition to jim@...

Jim Caswell
Co-Executive Producer
TimeWell Electronic Recording Productions

A Kirkeby

Star Trek: Eras and TimeWell Electronic Recording Productions wants to
wish all their friends a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New
Year!  Thanks for all your attention over the past year.  It's been
the best gift we could ask for.

TimeWell Electronic Recording Productions was invited to participate
in TrekNation's "12 Days of Trek Christmas" this year.  Our
contribution?  A brand new edition of TWERPcast discussing the
original series and next year's Star Trek movie.  We've called it
TrekCast: The Original Series and you can find it at
http://www.twerponline.net/twerpcast.

Have a Merry Christmas everyone.

Back after a short absence, TWERPcast is proud to focus on the works
of author Jasper Fforde in their newest podcast feature, FfordeCast.
Jasper is the author of two great series of books: Thursday Next and
the Nursery Crimes books. Join us as we examine these novels, along
with our typical jaunts down rabbit holes.

Go to www.twerponline.net/twerpcast to listen.

Check out the new preview with you guys in it at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXJeH5CcCEc

Never fear, true believers:  we're still here and raring to go!

After a brief delay due to multiple real-world interruptions (darn
that real world, always getting in the way of fun), Star Trek: Eras is
proud to present Act 1 of our third episode, Yours, Mines and Ours.
As Deep Space 5's research team tries to investigate the mysterious
minefield surrounding Romulan space, Evori remembers a conflict
between the Potemkin's engineer and chief of security while the
Potemkin's fate hangs in the balance.  You can find the episode at
http://www.twerponline.net/eras/episode103.htm

Join us for this first installment in our newest adventure.

Also, over on TWERPcast, we will be featuring the works of Jasper
Fforde, author of the Thursday Next and Nursery Crime series.  In
honor of our subject, we will be releasing the episode on Thursday
Next, November 8.

Lastly, if you are attending WindyCon this year (Chicago's SciFi
Convention, November 9 - 11), keep an eye open for Doug, Ken and
myself this year as we roam the halls giving away free gifts.

With NBC launching it's new Bionic Woman series on Wednesday,
September 26, TWERPcast takes the opportunity to preview the new
series, as well as discuss the history of the franchise in their new
episode, "BioniCast."  Join the guys as they review the pilot episode
and the merits of this "reimagining" of a 70's classic.

Go to www.twerponline.net/twerpcast to listen to our latest episode.

TWERPcast is proud to spend Labor Day presenting its sixth episode,
FallCast 2007.  This time, the guys focus on the upcoming fall TV
schedule, picking their hits and misses and discussing the merits and
flaws in network television today.  Join us for some good
old-fashioned grousing and joking around at www.twerponline.net/twerpcast

> In my everlasting quest for Star Trek facts, I stumbled across a
> listing of Star Trek fan films on Memory Alpha (the most-reliable
> source of Star Trek information, in my opinion).  And guess what
> .... we were listed!
>
> Bwwaaaahaaaahaaa!!!!!!
>
> Here's the link.  http://memory-alpha.org/en/wiki/Fan_films
>
> Obviously, I'm incredibly happy.  In my opinion, this is better than
> being listed on Wikipedia, especially these days.   :)
>
> Jim Caswell
> Co-Producer - Star Trek: Eras
>
> --------------------------------------
>
> And I'm the one that put you there, Jim. Why the listings for Fan
> Audios are under FAN FILMS, I dunno, but I updated the entry (which
> only listed the top entry that doesn't even exist right now) and
> added you and a few other audio entries.
>
> _NJR_ You can send cash or thank me via PayPal...JK! (G)
>
> --------------------------------------
>
Nicholas,

Thank you very much!  As we're a not-for-profit organization, I can't
offer cash or PayPal :-), but consider yourself an unofficial member
of our crew.  Take 20 creds from the replicator and make yourself at home.

We appreciate fans like you.

Jim

--- In STE_Newsletter@yahoogroups.com, "Jim Caswell" <jim@...> wrote:
>
> In my everlasting quest for Star Trek facts, I stumbled across a
> listing of Star Trek fan films on Memory Alpha (the most-reliable
> source of Star Trek information, in my opinion).  And guess
what ....
> we were listed!
>
> Bwwaaaahaaaahaaa!!!!!!
>
> Here's the link.  http://memory-alpha.org/en/wiki/Fan_films
>
> Obviously, I'm incredibly happy.  In my opinion, this is better
than
> being listed on Wikipedia, especially these days.   :)
>
> Jim Caswell
> Co-Producer - Star Trek: Eras
>
And I'm the one that put you there, Jim. Why the listings for Fan
Audios are under FAN FILMS, I dunno, but I updated the entry (which
only listed the top entry that doesn't even exist right now) and
added you and a few other audio entries.

_NJR_ You can send cash or thank me via PayPal...JK! (G)

In my everlasting quest for Star Trek facts, I stumbled across a
listing of Star Trek fan films on Memory Alpha (the most-reliable
source of Star Trek information, in my opinion).  And guess what ....
we were listed!

Bwwaaaahaaaahaaa!!!!!!

Here's the link.  http://memory-alpha.org/en/wiki/Fan_films

Obviously, I'm incredibly happy.  In my opinion, this is better than
being listed on Wikipedia, especially these days.   :)

Jim Caswell
Co-Producer - Star Trek: Eras

I am pleased to announce that TimeWell Electronic Recording
Productions has launched the fifth episode of TWERPcast and part two
of our HeroCast series - HeroCast: The TV Series. This episode deals
with the evolution of comic book characters on television, including
an extensive review of the SciFi Channel's premiere of "Flash Gordon."

To listen, go to www.twerponline.net/twerpcast and click on our newest
episode. Warning: spoilers are included.  Also, if you've missed any
of our shows in the past, you can find them in our Previous Episodes
section.

Feel free to give us feedback, either by e-mail or here on the list,
and let us know what you think.

TimeWell Electronic Recording Productions is proud to present
PotterCast: The Deathly Hallows, an in-depth review of the seventh
Harry Potter book.

Join Doug Zeitlin, Jim Caswell and Ken Hallaron as we discuss the
revelations and rewards in the newest novel, including major spoilers.

Feel free to give us feedback here, by e-mail or on either of our blogs.

TimeWell Electronic Recording Productions is proud to announce that
Act III of our Second Episode - "To Err Is Human .... To Really Mess
Things Up You Need A Directive" - is online and available for your
listening pleasure.

Please feel free to give us any feedback, either here or by e-mail,
and let us know what you think.

Minor correction.  The link for TWERPcast is actually
www.twerponline.net/twerpcast

For those of you who tried the link to find it didn't work, our
apologies.  That's what we get for typing after a twelve hour editing
session.  :)

--- In STE_Newsletter@yahoogroups.com, "Jim Caswell" <jim@...> wrote:
>
> The third episode of TWERPcast in on the air!
>
> Just in time for Independence Day, TimeWell Electronic Recording
> Productions is proud to release "FanCast:  Save the Series, Save the
> World," a discussion of the impact fans can have on reviving
> canceled series'.
>
> We also give a giant plug for the upcoming Shore Leave convention in
> Baltimore, Maryland (of which Jim will be in attendance) and Save
> Enterprise's E-Day on TrekNation.
>
> So kick back, relax, and celebrate the holiday with two guys
> expressing their freedom of speech, talking about others expressing
> theirs.
>
> TWERPcast can be found at www.twerpcastonline.net/twerpcast

The third episode of TWERPcast in on the air!

Just in time for Independence Day, TimeWell Electronic Recording
Productions is proud to release "FanCast:  Save the Series, Save the
World," a discussion of the impact fans can have on reviving canceled
series'.

We also give a giant plug for the upcoming Shore Leave convention in
Baltimore, Maryland (of which Jim will be in attendance) and Save
Enterprise's E-Day on TrekNation.

So kick back, relax, and celebrate the holiday with two guys
expressing their freedom of speech, talking about others expressing
theirs.

TWERPcast can be found at www.twerpcastonline.net/twerpcast

TimeWell Electronic Recording Productions is proud to announce its
participation in Save Enterprise's E-Day event.

Due to the use of the Challenger and the NX timeline in our series, we
have been invited to participate in the E-Day celebration on August 5,
sponsored by the Save Enterprise movement of TrekNation. As part of
their celebration, they are hosting a chat to discuss the impact that
Star Trek: Enterprise had on the franchise and its fans.

Also scheduled to appear is the new video fanfic production Star Trek:
The Romulan Wars, who is currently working on a cooperative project
with Eras.  More information on that will follow shortly.

The chat is scheduled for 1:30 - 3:30 PM CST on TrekNation's chat
board.  Please make the effort to join us on August 5 for this special
event.

For additional information about E-Day, visit Save Enterprise's
MySpace page at http://www.myspace.com/saveenterprise

Star Trek: Eras is pleased to release its first screen wallpaper.
Decorate your PC with your favorite audio series, featuring images of
all four ships featured on our show, as well as Space Station Deep
Space Five.

To get a copy of this great new wallpaper, go to our website at
http://www.twerponline.net/eras/downloads.htm

This is the first of many new gifts we're planning for our faithful
listeners, so stay tuned for more events to come.

EXTRA INFO:  Remember, Act III of "To Err Is Human," due out July 12,
2007!