The Sci-Fi Griot
A sci-fi podcast exploring the worlds of Star Trek, movies, and futuristic storytelling through the lens of an African American man. Each episode breaks down themes of identity, leadership, war, race, faith, and humanity — inspired by the shows that dared to imagine a better tomorrow. Hosted by Nicolas Cunningham, father, a school principal, educator, and lifelong Star Trek fan, sharing grounded lessons from distant galaxies.
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Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
In our launch episode, The Sci-Fi Griot asks a simple but urgent question: why does the future still matter? In a time shaped by uncertainty, division, and fatigue, science fiction has always dared to imagine what comes next—and why our choices today still count. Drawing from classic and modern sci-fi stories, this episode explores how visions of the future reflect our fears, challenge our complacency, and remind us that hope is not naïve—it’s necessary. This is the foundation of the podcast: using science fiction as a lens to examine meaning, responsibility, and the futures we are still capable of building.