Content Warning: This episode discusses some traumatic incidents that may trigger some audience members. Discretion is advised.

If Kira Nerys was a tough customer on "DS9," it's because Nana Visitor was even tougher in real life.

Nana returns to Trek Untold to discuss her amazing new book, "Open a Channel: A Woman's Trek," which explores how Star Trek portrayed and influenced women across all eras of the series. Featuring interviews with performers like Gates McFadden, Kate Mulgrew, Jeri Ryan, Soneqhua Martin-Green, Rebecca Romijn, Denise Crosby, Terry Farrell, Melissa Navia, and more (including sections on Trek's first ladies with Nichelle Nichols and Majel Barrett), plus the women who wrote, directed, and worked behind the scenes, "Open A Channel" offers a unique perspective of this sci-fi franchise that has remained untold—until now.

We also learn more about Nana's personal story of survival, as explained in her book, and how she has overcome the traumas in her life to emerge as a better person. We also discover how playing the role of Major Kira affected and intertwined with her life and how Kira has shaped who she is today. Plus, her message of hope for everyone heading into 2025!

By the end of this inspiring episode, you will have a newfound respect for Nana Visitor and all of the ladies who made Star Trek go at warp speed.

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