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The 7th Rule show started in January of 2019 when Aron Eisenberg ("Nog" on Deep Space Nine) recruited Cirroc Lofton ("Jake Sisko" on Deep Space Nine) to do a DS9 review podcast -- JAKE AND NOG TOGETHER AGAIN!
Heartbreakingly, Aron passed away in September of 2019. Cirroc and Ryan decided the show must go on and, with Aron's widow, Malissa Longo's blessing and participation, continued Aron's vision and legacy.
Since then, The 7th Rule has not only reviewed and discussed every single DS9 episode and the first two seasons of TNG, but also covers ALL of the new Star Trek series, interviews tons of Star Trek celebrity guests, and co-hosts the wildly successful and innovative Virtual Trek Con.
*Click the videos just below the main video at the top of the page to see examples of our show! Or CLICK HERE to see our channel. You can also CLICK HERE to listen to our DS9 and TNG audio podcast and HERE to listen to our NEW Star Trek audio episodes.
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Past guests include Star Trek actors, producers, writers, and crew such as Nana Visitor, Doug Jones, Alexander Siddig, Ira Steven Behr, Terry Farrell, Walter Koenig, Michelle Hurd, Tim Russ, Robert Beltran, Robert Hewitt Wolfe, Armin Shimerman, Garrett Wang, Robert Duncan McNeill, Michael Westmore, Denise Crosby, Ethan Peck, Tawny Newsome, Celia Rose Gooding, Nicole DeBoer, Mike McMahan, Jeffrey Combs, Andrew Robinson, Max Grodenchik, Chase Masterson, JG Hertzler, the Hageman Brothers, Casey Biggs, Melinda Snodgrass, Vaughn Armstrong, David Livingston, William Sadler, Mary Chieffo, Aaron J. Waltke, Rachael Ancheril, Toss Stashwick, Scott Macdonald, Fred Tatasciore, Noah Averbach-Katz, Bonnie Gordon, Melanie Smith, John Putch, Amanda Row, Jordan Canning, Joe Menendez, Bill Wolkoff, Ben Rodgers, Davy Perez, Chris Fisher, Doug Drexler, Dennis Madalone, Rocky Faulkner, and so many more!
For a full list of guests, check out our IMDb page for TNG/DS9 coverage HERE and for all new Star Trek shows HERE.
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The 7th Rule: The Original Series!
with Walter Koenig!!!
The 7th Rule is expanding, and we cannot fully express how thrilled we are that Walter Koenig is joining us. To have one of the original actors joining us to review their ground-breaking show is an opportunity we cannot pass up. This is a historic journey that has never happened before, nor is it likely to ever happen again. And we want you to embark on this once-in-a-lifetime journey with us.
*We will still be covering all the new series and are still moving into TNG seasons 3 and 4. This new TOS coverage is additional!
*We will be starting with TOS Season 2, as that is when Walter joined the show, and will be doing one (or more!) full episodic deep dives per month on top of all the shows we already do.
*Walter will also be joining some or all of our monthly Roundtables (details in the "perks" section).
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Our Shows and Events
The 7th Rule -- The Next Generation. We are currently finishing Season 2, and this campaign will cover seasons 3 and 4 over the course of 2024.
The 7th Rule 2 -- All new Star Trek series. Our second show is an ongoing series in which we review and discuss every single new Star Trek episode on the exact day that it is released! That's Picard, Prodigy, Discovery, Lower Decks, and Strange New Worlds -- and we are joined by tons of amazing special guests!
Deep Space Nine Reviews -- Last year, we finished reviewing every single DS9 episode, with tons of incredible special guests (actors, writers, producers, director, etc..), and it was the ride of a lifetime. We also went back to the beginning and did some extended DS9 Deep Dives this year. All episodes are available in audio form and watchable on YouTube. Get caught up!
The Sisko Day - Earlier this year, we did some research and calculated that the day that Benjamin Sisko first set foot on the station, became The Emissary, and changed the course of history forever was on May 22nd. So we decreed May 22nd to be The Sisko Day, this year and every year - a celebration of The Emissary, The Sisko Family, and DS9. The full schedule and all videos can be viewed here: http://www.thesiskoday.com/
Captain Nog Forever -- We've also got an interview series with 47 episodes in which we talk about our brother, Aron Eisenberg, Nog, Deep Space Nine, and Star Trek in general.
Virtual Trek Con -- Lastly, we've got tons of interviews and panels with scores of Star Trek guests for our Virtual Star Trek and science fiction convention, Virtual Trek Con.
Why the Indiegogo Campaign?
We are launching this campaign for two reasons:
1. To expand the breadth and output our show, as well as launch us into The Original Series and Seasons 3 and 4 of The Next Generation.
2. To raise awareness, involve new fans, and expand the reach of this show. So even if you can only donate one dollar and help us spread the word, mission accomplished!
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Here is more information on some of the perks:
Commander - One Month:
At this level, you will be credited an an ASSOCIATE PRODUCER in the episodes' credits as well as the description of the videos and audio podcasts.
You will get a shoutout--by name--in the videos and audio podcasts, and credited as an Associte Producer on IMDb for every episode released that month (generally 8-10 episodes), AND credited on our social media. Also, 25% unlimited items in our online store and we'll follow you on our social media accounts!
Lastly, you will have access to join us for our Free For All segments at the end of every TNG episode we review that month! We record every week, so that would be 4-5 episodes. (Oftentimes, we give you a choice between two options that week -- a TNG episode or a new Star Trek episode!) In these Free For All segments, we first discuss the Star Trek news of the week and tell you what's going on with our shows - guests we are bringing on, future plans, things in the works, etc.. After that, we hit record and you join us in the discussion about the episode we are reviewing that week, or just discuss fun and interesting Star Trek topics.
*If you just want to join us for the first part of the Free For All - and not be on camera for the second part -- no problem, it's totally up to you!
**We give advanced notice as to what day/time we will be meeting for the weekly Free For All segments.
Commander - One Year:
This perk level includes everything in the "Commander - One Month level," but for a year. There is a significant discount when you claim the full year. And you'll get a rad, exclusive Associate Producer shirt!
The Executive Producer:
At this executive level, you'll receive all of the perks of the "Commander" Associate Producer levels above for a year, but all the credits are upgraded to EXECUTIVE PRODUCER. Plus access to all of the Free For All segments (this includes any extra ones we might do), prior meetings, monthly Round Tables, an exclusive T7R Executive Producer shirt, quarterly personal virtual meetings (or via email if you prefer), to catch you up on everything we're doing with the show, and 25% off unlimited items in our online store!
Lastly, come have lunch (or dinner) with us - on us! The T7R team will meet up with you for a good time at a local LA restaurant to talk about life, the show, Star Trek, sports - whatever you want! You can even bring a friend if you'd like!
*Travel and lodging not included.
**Must be in the LA area (or at an event/convention we are attending) to redeem.
Additional Free Perks:
There are several perks that backers get for free that are not specifically listed in the perks section, as they happen occasionally and not on a specific schedule.
- Sometimes Commander level backers can join us for a New Star Trek episode review.
- We occasionally send out special gifts, deals, and exclusive event opportunities to our backers that are not available to the public.
- At times, we'll send out newsletters with information about our show and future plans that are not publicly known.
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Other Ways You Can Help
After you've donated, here are more (free!) ways you can help. If you are unable to contribute, no problem, you can still make this campaign a success and help us create fun Star Trek-related content!
- Share this campaign via social media, email, or text
- Follow our social media pages below
- Like, Comment, Share, and Retweet, as many of our posts and YouTube videos as possible to give us a signal boost in the social media algorithms.
- Give us five stars and reviews on our audio podcasts
Social Media Links:
YOUTUBE
TWITTER
FACEBOOK PAGE
FACEBOOK GROUP
INSTAGRAM
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