In “Meridian,” Dax falls in love with a man from a world phasing in and out of existence. The Nerd Trek crew discusses romance, sacrifice, and Trek’s take on fleeting time.

Jadzia falls in love with someone on a planet that phases in and out of pure energy for decade at a time! Is this the last we will see of her? Spoiler: no it isn't.

The Nerd Trek Podcast reviews “Civil Defense,” as the station’s old Cardassian security systems trap the crew in a deadly lockdown. Classic DS9 suspense and action.

The crew of DS9 trigger an old defense system that thinks the occupation is still happening and tries to kill everyone on the station. When Gal Dukat tries to capitalize on the situation, it turns on him also! Come and check it out.

We discuss “The Abandoned,” where Odo takes responsibility for a young Jem’Hadar. The Nerd Trek crew explores the themes of nature vs. nurture in this Dominion-focused story.

Quark buys a ship wreckage and a... baby? Not just any baby, a Jem Hadar baby!

The Nerd Trek Podcast examines “Second Skin,” where Kira is kidnapped and told she’s actually a Cardassian operative. A gripping DS9 tale of identity, loyalty, and deception.

Kira suddenly looks like a Cardassian. The others tell her she has been under deep cover on DS9 for years?? Can this be true? Join us as we discuss!

In “Equilibrium,” Jadzia Dax confronts buried memories and past hosts. The Nerd Trek crew unpacks the mystery and themes of identity and legacy.

Dax is dying and if push comes to shove, they save the symbiont! Join the chat!

The Nerd Trek Podcast reviews “The House of Quark,” where Quark stumbles into Klingon politics with hilarious yet surprisingly heartfelt results.

Quark kills a... Kingon? Then get his... own Kingon house?? We promise, it's not a lie. Join the Nerds as we discuss!

We dive into DS9’s “The Search, Part II,” exploring Odo’s shocking revelations about his people and the Founders. The Nerd Trek crew breaks down the implications for the Dominion and the Alpha Quadrant.

Odo meets his people, and they are not exactly what they seem to be. Also, the Federation is going to just give in to the Dominion?? Join as we discuss!

The Nerd Trek Podcast kicks off DS9 Season 3 with “The Search, Part I.” Join us as Sisko takes the Defiant into the Gamma Quadrant, facing the Dominion head-on and setting up a bold new chapter in Deep Space Nine.

We meet the Defiant! Oh and other stuff happens too. Check it out!

Episode 358 — The Nerd Trek Podcast delivers a complete recap of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 2. We break down the season’s biggest arcs — the Bajoran politics of “The Homecoming / The Circle / The Siege,” the Maquis two-parter, Odo’s investigations and identity beats, Garak/Bashir intrigue, and the chilling introduction of the Jem’Hadar. Expect episode highlights, character analysis, behind-the-scenes trivia, and fan theories. Perfect for rewatchers and new viewers — tune in now.

Season 2 ends with “The Jem’Hadar,” where Sisko encounters the Dominion’s fierce soldiers. The Nerd Trek Podcast unpacks this thrilling introduction to DS9’s major villains.

Everyone to the Gamma quadrant for a science project! While we are there, maybe we kick off an interstellar war with the dominion?