
This week on The Clonestar Podcast, Mike Overton sits down with the brilliant Susan Diol to explore her remarkable career and her unforgettable role as Dr. Danara Pel in Star Trek: Voyager.From her moving on-screen chemistry with the Doctor in “Lifesigns” and “Real Life,” to her diverse career across stage and screen, Susan shares candid stories from her time on set, her connection to the character, and what it meant to bring compassion and depth to one of Voyager’s most touching episodes.We also look back on her wider career — from early guest roles in television classics to her ongoing creative work today — and reflect on how Star Trek continues to inspire both actors and fans alike.Join us for a heartfelt and insightful conversation celebrating one of Trek’s most beloved guest stars.