
Experience Star Trek Deep Space Nine for the first time all over again with the Especially the Lies crew! Join a group of DS9 super fans and complete newbies as we experience every episode of the landmark series. We will have spoiler free reviews of each episode, and then those rewatching the show can visit the prophets where we discuss spoilers and the show as a whole.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 97 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Join our crew as we jump into Season 3 and discuss Improbable Cause where Garak's tailor shop is bombed, forcing Odo to investigate who is trying to kill the Cardassian exile – and why. Be sure to join the conversation at:
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Join our crew as we jump into Season 3 and discuss Through the Looking Glass where Sisko is convinced by "Smiley" O'Brien from the Mirror Universe to assume the role of the dead Captain Sisko. Be sure to join the conversation at:
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Join our crew as we jump into Season 3 and discuss Distant Voices where Approaching his 30th birthday, Julian Bashir is subjected to a telepathic attack by an alien seeking a restricted substance. He wakes up to find the station almost deserted and t... more
Join our crew as we jump into Season 3 and discuss Visionary where Exposure to radiation causes O'Brien to jump five hours into the future for brief periods, including one that shows Deep Space Nine's destruction, while the station hosts Romulan and ... more
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Finally getting around to writing a review! I started with this group listening to their Grey 17 Babylon 5 show, and when that finished I was so glad they decided to continue and review DS9. I grew up on TNG, and have only seen parts of DS9, although I do know most of what happens, and they’re inspiring me to finally watch it through myself.
This show reliably makes me laugh and makes me think. They often go off the rails, but that’s all part of the fun! The mix of newbies and long time fans m... more
Been following the antics of this group of people since the start of the podcast discussing Star Trek Deep Space 9. I found them when I was doing my own rewatch of Babylon 5, another incredible show, found Grey 17 and saw they were a few episodes behind me. Followed along, and came over when they started this series.
Through thick and thin; through fortune and devastating loss.
I miss Scott.
Their combination of newbies (even new to the genre) and Prophets makes the reviews fresh and the disc... more
I found this group when they were doing a show similar to this about Babylon 5. When they moved on to my favorite Trek show I knew I had to listen. I look forward to a new episode every week. I cried with them when Scott passed away. You guys are amazing! The show keeps me entertained and makes me laugh. They are still in season 2 at this point and I'm looking forward to the upcoming seasons.
I love this group of friends discussing an old television show. They are hilarious and crazy at the same time.
This is a great show!
Very good reviews and analysis on of the best shows out there, especially if you like science fiction. While they do tend to go off the rails like that’s the goal, it’s worth the ride. The passengers all survive! Good insights, good trivia, good listen.
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A roundtable-style DS9 fan podcast blends spoiler-free episode reactions with spoiler-enabled deeper dives, featuring a mix of longtime DS9 fans and first-time viewers. The group covers character arcs, ethics, politics, and series-long lore across episodes, with a strong emphasis on personal banter, behind-the-scenes trivia, and fan engagement. Noteworthy is the approachable format that lets newbies experience DS9 alongside veterans, plus occasional guest contributions and cross-episode discussions that expand beyond a single installment. The show often leans into humor and candid takes, making it accessible for both casual viewers and devoted trekkies seeking fresh perspectives on a classic arc.
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