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Treks and the City

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From the duo who didn't mean to make you mad but somehow did, GUY ON THE INTERNET, it's Treks and the City, this time covering Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, three weeks on, one week off, at a time!

To hear full episodes early and without ads, visit the Treks and the City Patreon, here: www.patreon.com/treksandthecity

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This week on the Star Trek podcast Treks and the City, Alice and Skyler are yet again side trekking while Alice recovers from knee surgery to cover Drag Race stand-up with the help of the incredible comic and actor Danielle Perez (Ballard, Goat). Top... more

This week, Alice and Skyler are back to discuss DS9 season five, episode twenty five, "In the Cards." Topics include heavy spoilers for The Social Reckoning, Alice's recent trip to Portland, whether or not a bagel and cream cheese is appropriate "San... more

This week, Alice and Skyler are yet again joined by the wonderful Paul F. Tompkins (Varietopia, Comedy Bang! Bang!) to discuss DS9 season five, episode twenty four, "Empok Nor." Topics include Paul's crossover with Bryan Fuller, Skyler's new laptop g... more

This week, Alice and Skyler are back to discuss DS9 season five, episode twenty three, "Blaze of Glory." Topics include getting immediately off topic, Skyler's little daily sandwich ritual with his dog, Bodie, re-wrapping up storylines that already f... more

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Recent Guests

Danielle Perez
Comedian and actor known for Ballard and Goat
Episode: Side Trekked – Drag Race Stand-Up Special w/ Danielle Perez
Paul F. Tompkins
Comedian, actor and host of Varietopia
Episode: DS9 S5E24 – "Empok Nor" w/ Paul F. Tompkins
Zila Treks
Guest, con recap participant
Episode: Conventions Recap Special w/ Zila Treks
Danny Solomon
Treks in the City guest; contributor and clip-watcher
Episode: TNG Captain's Chair w/Danny Solomon
Ben Rodgers
Guest on the episode discussing horror television and cultural commentary
Episode: Side Trekked – Tales from the Crypt S1E02 "And All Through the House" w/ Ben Rodgers
Sara Tomko
Actress and director, co-star of Resident Alien
Resident Alien
Episode: The Bodyguard w/ Sara Tomko
Natalie Anis
Friend of the hosts experiencing Star Trek for the first time.
Episode: DS9 S3E25 – "Facets" w/ Danny Solomon and Natalie Anis – Teaser

Hosts

Alice Wetterlund
Comedian and podcast host
Skyler Hanrath
Podcast producer

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 658 ratings
  • Mocking the audience?

    It’s ok for people who enjoy more grounded sci-fi to not be fans of puppet episodes. You don’t have to agree with them but maybe don’t mock them or call them all white supremacists?! Da fuq???

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TheMannyMiami
    United States2 months ago
  • Listen for the bits

    2026 Update

    The format has changed somewhat, and I still love it! Alice feels like a sister to me, and I appreciate that so much time is spent on non-trek topics with Skyler because it would be weird to ignore current events and only talk about a 40-plus year old show; and, it gives us listeners a chance to really get to know and love these hosts.

    Alice, if you ever read this, please forgive me for saying on Twitter years ago that you should have a spotter for your lifts. I didn’t know what ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WantSomeGoodIndie
    United States4 months ago
  • One of the best

    Really enjoyable Trek pod- there are a lot of Star Trek pods out there, but this is one of my favorites

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoodTimez80
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • It's a Goodun

    They're funny and insightful. What more could you ask for?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    whataboregrr
    United Statesa year ago
  • No

    Oh boy, thank God more liberal lunatics reviewing Star Trek. How about keep politics out of it you morons

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jp75556
    United Statesa year ago

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Personal stories and off-topic tangents are part of the appeal for some listeners and a distraction for others.
Fans appreciate the approachable Star Trek commentary, though some want more focused or in-depth episode analysis.
Guest appearances, especially by comedians, are a draw, while a few listeners report that overlapping conversation can make the audio harder to follow.
Some reviewers object to political commentary or feel that disagreements about the franchise can become uncomfortable.
Listeners who enjoy the hosts' chemistry praise the humor, candid banter, and relaxed sense of hanging out with fellow fans.

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DS9 S3E21 – "The Die is Cast" – Teaser
Q: How do you feel about nine years sober?
I feel good right now about it. I had time over the course of eight that I kind of like.

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What is Treks and the City about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A humorous, conversational watch-along centered on Star Trek, with episode-by-episode discussion that mixes plot recaps, character and story critiques, franchise lore, and production details. Regular hosts Alice Wetterlund and Skyler Hanrath bring an informal, opinionated perspective, often taking scenic routes through personal stories, current interests, food, travel, and pop culture. The format favors lively banter and candid reactions over comprehensive research or tightly structured analysis, making it a fit for fans who enjoy a relaxed companion to watching the series and do not mind tangents. Guests, including comedians and other people connected to the Trek community, join for selected discussions and specials. The appeal is its blen... more

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2. Paul F. Tompkins
3. Zila Treks
4. Danny Solomon
5. Ben Rodgers
6. Sara Tomko
7. Natalie Anis

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