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S4 Ep222: Interview - Dr. Erin MacDonald

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In this episode of "Black and A Half," I sit down with the incredible Dr. Erin MacDonald, an astrophysicist, renowned science speaker, and the official science consultant for the Star Trek franchise. Dr. MacDonald also lends her voice to a character on Star Trek: Prodigy.
Join us as we dive into the real science behind Star Trek, the distinction between science fiction and fantasy, and how Dr. MacDonald balances authenticity with creativity in her consulting role. She also answers my seven famous questions and some intriguing listener questions, offering a comprehensive look at her work and passions.
Key Moments:

  • The science of Star Trek explained by Dr. MacDonald
  • Balancing real science with fictional storytelling in Star Trek
  • Dr. MacDonald's personal favorites, from foods and drinks to hobbies
  continue reading

239 episodes

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Manage episode 429201186 series 1066286
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In this episode of "Black and A Half," I sit down with the incredible Dr. Erin MacDonald, an astrophysicist, renowned science speaker, and the official science consultant for the Star Trek franchise. Dr. MacDonald also lends her voice to a character on Star Trek: Prodigy.
Join us as we dive into the real science behind Star Trek, the distinction between science fiction and fantasy, and how Dr. MacDonald balances authenticity with creativity in her consulting role. She also answers my seven famous questions and some intriguing listener questions, offering a comprehensive look at her work and passions.
Key Moments:

  • The science of Star Trek explained by Dr. MacDonald
  • Balancing real science with fictional storytelling in Star Trek
  • Dr. MacDonald's personal favorites, from foods and drinks to hobbies
  continue reading

239 episodes

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