Nerd Trek reviews DS9 S6E8 “Resurrection,” exploring Mirror Bareil, Kira’s struggle between love and loyalty, and the episode’s place in the Mirror Universe saga.In this episode of The Nerd Trek Podcast, we discuss Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 6, Episode 8 — “Resurrection.” When Mirror Bareil arrives on DS9, Major Kira faces an emotional test as old feelings resurface. We explore the dynamics between Kira and her mirror counterpart, the impact on Bajoran spirituality, and how this episode adds layers to the Mirror Universe storyline. With our signature mix of Trek analysis, humor, and trivia, we examine the themes of love, trust, and identity that drive this underrated DS9 entry.
Nerd Trek reviews DS9 S6E7 “You Are Cordially Invited,” diving into Worf & Jadzia’s Klingon wedding, Martok’s family traditions, and classic Star Trek humor.On this episode of The Nerd Trek Podcast, we review Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 6, Episode 7 — “You Are Cordially Invited.” Join us as we celebrate Worf and Jadzia Dax’s unforgettable Klingon wedding, Martok’s role in welcoming Dax into his House, and the culture clash between Federation formality and Klingon tradition. We break down the heartfelt moments, humor, and behind-the-scenes trivia, while exploring how this episode balances romance, comedy, and worldbuilding. A must-listen for DS9 fans and Trek completists!
Join the Nerd Trek Podcast as we review Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – Sacrifice of Angels. Explore the Dominion War arc, epic space battles, and character drama in this DS9 episode breakdown.Time is up! the Dominion figured out how to deactivate the minefield, and they are bringing it down. Sisko and the Federation have to strike without reinforcements, before it is too late! What will happen?!?!?
The Nerd Trek Podcast reviews Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – Favor the Bold (S6E5). Dive into the Dominion War arc, Sisko’s daring strategy, and DS9’s epic build-up to Sacrifice of Angels.Sisko convinces Starfleet and the Klingons to try and retake DS9, since it is the key to holding the Alpha Quadrant, but as usual the politics and bureaucracy get in his way, a little.
In this episode of the Nerd Trek Podcast, we review Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – Behind the Lines (S6E4). Explore Odo’s shifting loyalties, Kira’s fight for Bajor’s freedom, and the Dominion’s tightening grip in DS9’s Dominion War arc. The Dominion starts figuring out how to disable the minefield blocking them from entering the Alpha Quadrant! Also Odo gets addicted to something. The link? Another Changeling? Doing the full blendy? Listen and find out!
The Nerd Trek Podcast reviews Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – Sons and Daughters (S6E3). Discover Worf’s struggles with Alexander aboard the Rotarran, Kira’s tense dynamic with Dukat’s daughter Ziyal, and the deepening Dominion War stakes in DS9.We find out about Alexander!! Oh yeah, and Dukat's daughter too...
In this episode, we review Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – Rocks and Shoals. Crash survivors, damaged Jem’Hadar ships, and Kira’s conflict: the Dominion War gets personal in DS9.Sisko and crew crash landed on a planet with enemies! How will they survive, or get back home??
Nerd Trek Podcast dives into Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – A Time to Stand. Explore the Federation’s struggle under Dominion occupation, Sisko’s risky mission, and the rising tension in DS9’s major war arc.Sisko and crew board a captured Jem'Hadar fighter to try and destroy the Dominion's supply of white and end the war!
The Nerd Trek Podcast recaps Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 5. Join us as we revisit the Dominion War buildup, key character arcs, and the most memorable episodes from DS9’s intense fifth season.
Nerd Trek Podcast reviews Star Trek: DS9 – Call to Arms. The Dominion War erupts as Sisko mines the wormhole, Dukat seizes DS9, and the series enters its darkest chapter yet.The Dominion is coming, so DS9 is going to place mines at the wormhole, if they don't get destroyed first.
Lighten up with Star Trek: DS9 – In the Cards. Jake and Nog’s quest for a baseball card brings humor, heart, and unexpected political ripples in DS9.Jake and Nog scurry around the station trying to do enough favors for the crew to get a 1951 Willie Mays baseball card for Sisko.
In Star Trek: DS9 – Empok Nor, Garak descends into madness on an abandoned Cardassian station. Suspense, horror, and survival fuel this chilling DS9 story.The crew of DS9 go to Empok Nor to get spare parts for their station and find its not as abandoned as they thought it was.
Nerd Trek Podcast dives into Star Trek: DS9 – Blaze of Glory. Sisko and Eddington face their final confrontation amid Maquis tensions and Dominion war shadows.Invisible space missles fly towards Cardassia from the Maquis. Can Capt Sisko stop an all out war by working with Eddington to stop them?
The Nerd Trek Podcast joins forces with the Common Descent podcast for a special Star Trek discussion. Explore crossover insights, fan theories, and deep dives into your favorite episodes.We interrupt your usual progress through DS9 to bring you a SPECIAL EPISODE. We have Will from the Common Descent Podcast on with us to talk about all the weird and strange creatures of trek and how they may have come about. Everything from Armus to HUMPBACK WHALES. Check it out!
Join the Nerd Trek Podcast as they discuss the ethical and emotional dilemmas faced by the crew in "Children of Time.The crew of DS9 meet their descendants, and then have to decide if they sacrifice themselves or murder them all.
The Nerd Trek Podcast delves into the action-packed and character-driven storylines in "Soldiers of the Empire."Worf goes to work on a Klingon Bird of Prey, and finds out they kind of suck.
In this episode, the Nerd Trek Podcast explores the humorous and heartfelt moments in "Ferengi Love Songs."Quarks broke. Again. So he visits Moogie and she is ...what???
The Nerd Trek Podcast examines the emotional and political complexities of Kira's relationship with her father in "Ties of Blood and Water."Kira has to deal with her daddies - her Cardassian daddy thats dying, and her daddy daddy that died. Its very sad.
Join the Nerd Trek Podcast as they delve into the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by Quark in "Business as Usual."Quark is about to go broke...again. So what do you do? Traffic in illegal weapons, of course!
The Nerd Trek Podcast discusses the complexities of love and deception as Odo investigates a mysterious woman in "A Simple Investigation."Odo falls in love, or something like that...