Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
The Orb 86: It Is the Nature of Things
The Dominion Invasion, Part 3 of 7: Rocks and Shoals. We continue their series that takes you through the Season Six opener, this time by wandering out into the sunlight.
The Orb 85: Dukat's Little Secret
Ziyal. She came aboard DS9 as Dukat's daughter, but her impact was felt far beyond the initial Occupation-era indiscretion. We discuss Tora Ziyal and how she affected so many others.
Literary Treks 95: The Sith Lords of Star Trek
Mission Gamma: Lesser Evil. We discuss our initial thoughts, how DS9 makes things their own, the hardest part of the book to read, the fast-paced plot and our ratings.
The Orb 84: There Are Always Possibilities
Leonard Nimoy’s Influence on DS9. The passing of Leonard Nimoy marks a shift in Star Trek universe. We look at the ways in which he influences DS9 and how he could have appeared on the show in a perfectly logical way.
Literary Treks 94: I'm Getting Too Old For This Bleep
Slings and Arrows: Enterprises of Great Pitch and Moment: Keith DeCandido. We discuss the conclusion, the genesis of the series, choosing the writers, Keith's installment, Sisko & Picard, tying it all together, favorite moments, Keith's future in Treklit, his other work and where to find him online.
The Orb 83: When You Unzip the Turtleneck …
The Dominion Invasion, Part 2 of 7: A Time to Stand. We tackle the actual Season 6 premier, the uneasy alliance aboard the station, Sisko’s unexpected career turn, the ever-adaptable nature of Odo, Dukat's arrogance, and more.
The Orb of Mail: Like an Episode of Three's Company
The Orb Supplemental: The Orb of Mail Feedback Show. In each episode of The Orb we delve into the minutiae of Deep Space Nine, which generates a lot of feedback from you, our loyal listeners. When the messages start piling up, it’s time to gaze into the Orb of Mail.
Literary Treks 91: Pulaski Fights Crime
The Missing: Una McCormack. She discusses following up The Fall, "day in the life" of DS9, exploring the new station, writing Pulaski, featuring the women of Star Trek, deepening the Tzenkethi, themes elements, reminding us that DS9 is truly a home for the homeless.
The Orb 82: Kai Ben
Deep Space Nine Season Eight. The finale of DS9 ended with a feeling of complete and utter change. But what if the plan had been for eight seasons? What if the writers had 26 more episodes to continue the story they had begun?
Literary Treks 87: Like The Godfather Part III
Mission Gamma: Cathedral. We look at the pace of the series, the importance of pain, the role of faith, Kira's place in the Bajoran reformation and the character growth that has continued from Deep Space Nine through the novels.
The Orb 81: Losing the Peace
The Dominion Invasion, Part 1 of 7: Call to Arms. We kick off a new series of episodes that will take you through the Season Six opening arc to examine this unique and unprecedented approach to Star Trek storytelling.
The Orb 80: You're Going to Invade Cleveland?
Little Green Men Commentary. One of the most fascinating incidents in American history is the alleged crash of a UFO near Roswell, New Mexico. We discuss the Star Trek twist that reveals the first encounter between humans and Ferengi.