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Adam Nimoy on growing up the son of Spock

12/20/2024

On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti

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Adam Nimoy's father, Leonard Nimoy, played Star Trek's Mr. Spock, the most famous alien in television history. In reality, he was a tough, uncompromising father.

In a conversation live from CitySpace, Nimoy discusses his book “The Most Human: Reconciling with My Father, Leonard Nimoy."

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Adam Nimoy on growing up the son of Spock

On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti

More episodes from "On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti"

A strange turn in the AI chip race with China

The Jackpod: We coulda been Denmark

Rep. James Clyburn on the Black politicians that shaped America

Venezuela's leader is out. Now what?

Your fitness resolution is 200 years old

How to prepare financially for 2026

Why are headlights brighter than they used to be?

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The transformation of Austin, Texas

How should American colleges measure merit?