The Nerd Trek Podcast

Tamara Robertson (@therealtamararobertson) is back with us and at it again as The Nerd Trek Podcast dives into Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 6’s “In the Pale Moonlight,” one of the most iconic and morally complex episodes in all of Star Trek. Join us as we unpack Captain Sisko’s desperate plan to bring the Romulans into the Dominion War, and the ethical compromises that follow. From Garak’s ca...

Tamara Robertson (@therealtamararobertson) is our esteemed guest while The Nerd Trek Podcast examines Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 6’s “Inquisition,” the pivotal episode that introduces Section 31 and challenges Dr. Bashir’s ideals. When Starfleet Intelligence accuses Bashir of treason, he’s pulled into a shadowy world where morality, loyalty, and security collide. Join us as we break down th...

Tamara Robertson (@therealtamararobertson) joins The Nerd Trek Podcast reviews Star Trek: Deep Space Nine ’s “Wrongs Darker Than Death or Night,” exploring Kira’s past, Dukat’s motives, and dark Bajoran history. Check out her new project for Seekers of Science and back their kickstarter at seekersofscience.com/kickstarter

The Nerd Trek Podcast explores Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 6’s “Change of Heart,” the intense Dominion War episode that puts Worf and Jadzia Dax’s marriage to the ultimate test. When a dangerous covert mission goes wrong, Worf must choose between duty to Starfleet and loyalty to the woman he loves. Join us as we break down the emotional stakes, Klingon honor, and long-term character conseque...

The Nerd Trek Podcast dives into Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 6’s “One Little Ship,” the fan-favorite episode where a runabout crew is mysteriously shrunk during a Dominion battle. Join us as we explore the high-concept sci-fi premise, the clever special effects, and the character moments that make this episode both thrilling and heartfelt. From Captain Sisko’s command decisions to the hilari...

Our VERY special guest, Harley (@msharleyr), joins us to talk about TRON, TRON:Legacy, and TRON:Ares! Check it out!

Hello, fellow nerds! Today we have a very special episode! For the FIRST time we recorded the panel hosted by our very own David at DragonCon 2025, where we had special panelists Tamara, Will, and Dr Erin MacDonald discuss some interesting science questions about Trek, including some asked by our audience members. (a couple of you were there!)

The Nerd Trek Podcast explores Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 6, Episode 13 — “Far Beyond the Stars.” In this powerful and emotional review, we dive into Captain Sisko’s vivid 1950s vision as Benny Russell, confronting racism, identity, and hope through one of Star Trek’s most iconic stories. Join us as we unpack the symbolism, performances, and production choices that make this episode a timel...

The Nerd Trek Podcast dives into Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 6, Episode 12 — “Who Mourns for Morn?” . Join us as we celebrate everyone’s favorite silent barfly, uncover the mystery behind Morn’s disappearance, and explore Quark’s hilarious misadventure that reveals the Ferengi heart beneath the greed. Packed with humor, trivia, and Trek lore, this episode delivers fun analysis, behind-the-sc...

In this gripping Nerd Trek Podcast discussion, we explore Star Trek: Deep Space Nine “Waltz,” a psychological duel between Captain Sisko and Gul Dukat. Stranded together, Sisko confronts Dukat’s obsession with Bajor and descent into madness. We unpack the episode’s intensity, character depth, and how it shapes one of Trek’s greatest villains.

The Ferengi take center stage in this hilarious yet heartfelt Nerd Trek Podcast review of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine “The Magnificent Ferengi.” Quark assembles an unlikely rescue team to save his mother from the Dominion, leading to one of DS9’s most entertaining adventures. We discuss Ferengi culture, comedy in Trek, and why this episode has become a fan favorite.

In this Nerd Trek Podcast episode, we dive into Star Trek: Deep Space Nine “Statistical Probabilities,” where Dr. Bashir works with genetically enhanced misfits whose radical predictions could change the Federation’s strategy against the Dominion. Join us as we debate morality, strategy, and whether numbers can really determine destiny.

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 dynami...

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...

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...

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?