Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
The Orb 28: Biker Hipster Ezri
The Mirror Universe. We explore Star Trek's land of alter egos and how it was fleshed out by Deep Space Nine.
The Orb 27: It's Easy To Be a Saint In Paradise
The Maquis. They were created for Voyager, but it was DS9 that really fleshed out this insurgency group. We look at the unfortunate realities that led Federation citizens to fight back.
Literary Treks 30: A Centerfold Pullout
Star Trek Reference Books. We're joined by Phillip Gilfus to explore some of our favourite reference books and to dream about those we hope to one day find on our shelves.
The Orb 26: Signing a Deal with the Devil
The Dominion War. We take a first look at the Dominion War, how it changed our characters, and why it was good for the core mission of Star Trek.
The Orb 25: A Well-Intentioned Light Bulb
Vic Fontaine. Here's a guy who knew what he was—a light bulb—and we look at how he added so much to the uniqueness of DS9 and helped provide some of the show’s most touching moments.
The Orb 24: It's Not All Puppies and Bunnies with Horns
DS9 Season Two. We examine DS9's sophomore outing, how writing mandates and set changes influenced the direction of the show, and what we see as the highs and lows of the season.
Literary Treks 27: Star Trek Treasure Rivals
Deep Space Nine: Fool's Gold. We go along for the ride as Sisko and his crew try to unravel the mystery of a station overrun with "sightseers" and get help from unlikely sources.
The Orb 23: The Finer Points of Morality
In the Pale Moonlight Commentary. It’s widely held as the darkest moment of not only Deep Space Nine but all of Star Trek. We take you through the episode with a full commentary.
The Orb 22: I Like You In Your Dress Uniform
Impressions of a First-time Niner. We’re joined by Trek.fm’s own TOS editor Drew Stewart to find out about his experience as he watches DS9 for the very first time.
The Orb 21: The Ice Cream Trucks of the Galaxy
The Breen. When the writers of DS9 needed to throw one more challenge at the Federation Alliance, they turned to a name we all knew but a race we knew nearly nothing about: The Breen. We take a look at these mysterious men in suits.
The Orb 20: A Dark and Stormy Night
The Visitor. The only episode of Deep Space Nine to be nominated for the Hugo Award, “The Visitor” is a moving story that works with or without the Star Trek elements. John Tenuto joins us to discuss this unique and powerful episode.
The Orb 19: Ridiculous Turned Up to Eleven
Bad Episodes We Love. Okay, maybe “bad” is too strong a word; but we all have different tastes in Star Trek, even within the series we love most. Here are some episodes we think get a bad rap.