Tag: artists

“Author, Author” and AI in the 2023 Writers’ Strike

Regina Peters • January 16, 2024

The Doctor at his writing desk in the holodeck ("Author, Author")

One of the most fascinating things about Star Trek is how prescient it can be when it comes to technology. One era’s science fiction becomes another’s science fact, often in surprising ways. The Star Trek: Voyager episode “Author, Author”,…

The Crew • July 27, 2020

Cover art with Kira and her sculptures in "Accession"

We’re joined by guest Amanda Wong to talk about Star Trek’s in-universe artists and their art. We discuss Marla McGivers’ dictator portraits, Kira’s attempts at sculpture, Jake’s writing, and themes like political art and works by artificial lifeforms like Data.…