A contagious case of laughter on the Enterprise opens a surprising door to legacy, language, and the power of audio storytelling. We unpack a little‑known Star Trek radio adventure from 1975—“To Starve a Flever”—and trace how a playful premise with Kirk and Spock can lead to a bigger conversation about performance, sound design, and the intimacy of radio drama. Along the way, we shine a bright light on Uhura’s role and Nichelle Nichols’ far-reaching influence, from groundbreaking representation on American television to her real-world work with NASA inspiring women and people of colour to pursue STEM careers.
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