C Bryan Jones
The Orb 12: Ten Strips of Latinum
Favorite Episodes. We each toss five episodes for discussion and explore why these stories highlight some of the best moments from DS9.
The Orb 11: It's All True... Especially the Lies
Garak. We're joined by author Una McCormack to discuss one of Star Trek's most complex character, what makes him tick and how his interactions with others on the station changed him.
The Orb 10: A Matter of Interpretation
Science vs Religion on Bajor. We explore the faceoff between Keiko and Vedek Winn, Bareil’s tempering hand, and the unlikely voice of reason: a Starfleet commander named Benjamin Sisko.
The Orb 9: Atlas With a Smile
Miles O’Brien. One of the longest-running characters in Star Trek, his hands-on approach to life endeared him to friends and family. If there is anyone who could hold the world on his shoulders it’s Miles O’Brien—and he’d do it with a smile.
The Orb 8: Trust In Self and Faith
Kira Nerys. Her life was defined by difficult positions, but through it all she held steadfast in her convinctions and beliefs. We discuss why she is perhaps the best female character in Star Trek.
The Orb 7: How Dax Got Its Groove Back
Jadzia Dax. A look at one of DS9’s youngest crew members—and also its oldest—and how this unique person came to terms with her past and influenced those around her in a way that helped each of them grow.
The Orb 6: Mostly Harmless
Quark. Coming into Deep Space Nine, the Ferengi were a joke. Quark changed all that. We take a look at what drives him in business and friendships.
The Orb 5: Torn Between Two Worlds
Odo. As a being without knowledge of his origins, Odo found himself at the beginning of a long journey that would ultimately find him torn between two worlds. We take a close look DS9's shapeshifter.
The Orb 4: The Smartest Man In the Room
Julian Bashir. A closer look at DS9's doctor, his inner search for acceptance, his relationships, and his incredible growth.
The Orb 3: Emissary, Ambassador, or Apostle?
The Sisko. A closer look at the man the Prophets came to refer to as The Sisko, how he fought again his destiny, and how he came to accept that he had a very special purpose to fulfill.
The Orb 2: A Character to Be Reckoned With
Favorite Characters, Favorite Arcs. A look at the cast of DS9, our favorite characters, and who grew the most from “Emissary” to “What You Leave Behind.”
The Orb 1: If Wishes Were Horses
First Impressions of DS9. We reminisce on our first impressions of DS9 and explore the basic premise of the show's character-drive stories.