The following is an interview with Trevor Roth, producer of Trek Nation, a documentary that follows Gene Roddenberry’s son, Rod, as he explores the deep impact of his father’s singular vision for the future.

Roth talks to Fanboy Comics President Bryant Dillon about the enduring Star Trek fandom, Rod Roddenberry’s quest to understand his father, and his love and loyalty for Captain Picard!

This interview was conducted on Tuesday, November 29, 2011.

The world premiere of Trek Nation will air on Wednesday, November 30th, at 8:00 p.m. E/P on the Science Channel.  Learn more about the film by visiting science.discovery.com/tv/trek-nation/.