Description

This episode we return to our amazing interview with Major Kira Nerys from Deep Space Nine herself, Nana Visitor!

CONTENT NOTICE

This episode contains discussion of sexual assault and post-traumatic stress (PTS). Our guest shares her personal experience of sexual violence and the trauma that followed. We are featuring this conversation because survivor stories can help break the silence around sexual violence, validate others' experiences, and increase understanding of trauma's effects.

We recognise this content may be challenging or triggering for some listeners. We encourage you to prioritise your wellbeing when deciding whether to listen. You may choose to listen with support, take breaks as needed, or skip this episode entirely.

If you or someone you know needs support:

UK:

• Rape Crisis England & Wales: 0808 500 2222 (available 24/7) or visit rapecrisis.org.uk
• Rape Crisis Scotland: 08088 01 03 02 (5pm-midnight daily)
• The Survivors Trust: 08088 010 818
• Samaritans: 116 123 (available 24/7)

US:

• RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 (available 24/7)
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

Please check out Nana's brilliant book Star Trek: Open a Channel: A Woman's Trek (get a copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Star-Trek-Open-Channel-Womans/dp/B0C7P8NTH2)

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