In this episode of Shield Podulation, Brandi and Dave review season 3, episode 9 of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Defiant. Tom cosplays as Will Riker. Kira gets moon-eyed. Dax fails the Bechdel test. Bashir recommends gambling as a remedy for exhaustion. O'Brien bangs his head. Sisko hangs out with Dukat. Oh, and the Maquis steal the Defiant.