Treks and The City S4E06 Tackles DS9’s “Rejoined”

Fans of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine have plenty to talk about this week as Treks and The City drops its sixth installment of season four. In this free episode, comedian Alice Wetterlund joins co-hosts Skyler and Vero to unpack “Rejoined,” the season four chapter that dared to explore Trill taboos—and even inspired some unexpected vomit talk.

Episode Rundown

New Episode of Treks and The City is up. S4E06 – Rejoined Follow us on Patreon to hear samples or subscribe! This week, Alice, Skyler, and Vero(!!!!) discuss the medical origins of Biscuit, Alice’s cat’s crying, where Vero’s been, why Skyler’s so nervous, the rote tasks of Alice’s newest streaming game, the joys of parallel Stardew Valley play, and much, much more.

That description, shared on Instagram by Alice Wetterlund, sets the tone for a lighthearted but thorough take on the franchise’s most controversial pairing. The hosts kick off with the strange biology behind Trill symbionts—yes, medical origins—paired with the mystery of why Alice’s cat, Biscuit, might be crying at night.

Behind The Paywall Discussion

Behind the paywall, the conversation takes a deeper turn. The trio breaks down DS9’s fourth season, sixth episode, where Dax reunites with her former spouse. Warning for vomit-phobes: about thirteen minutes of the discussion dwell on stomach-churning scenes. They also explore major series plot points:
• Vero’s busy schedule and how pregnancy is reshaping her free time.
• Apartment moves, side shows, and the whirlwind of performing live comedy.
• Trill symbiont dating taboos and the logistical oddities of host changes.
• Captain Sisko’s tough love pep talks, gossip that turns personal, and the simmering chemistry between Dax and her ex-wife.
• Dr. Bashir’s flat-out ham-fisted friendship, a Spaceballs reference, plus plenty more nerdy detours.

Fans looking for a brisk overview can stick around for the free half-hour, then head over to Patreon for the full deep cut.

Alice’s Live Comedy Dates

Outside the podcast studio, Alice Wetterlund is gearing up for in-person gigs. She recently announced a late-night set at Punchline Houston during COMICPALOOZA weekend; tickets are available on her website. On another evening, she’ll appear at Dynasty Typewriter in Los Angeles—with a livestream option for fans tuning in from home.

These performances tap into Alice’s background as a stand-up comic and actor—roles she’s balanced since her breakout on shows like Silicon Valley and her own HBO specials. Between podcast recordings and Netflix cameos, she’s carving out time for stage work in front of live audiences.

Why You Should Listen

This installment of Treks and The City balances franchise scholarship with genuine host chemistry. Whether you’re tuning in for the Trill lore, Alice’s streaming game anecdotes, or the full behind-paywall deep dive into canal-width transporter ethics, there’s a little something for every DS9 fan.

All episodes of Treks and The City are available on major podcast platforms; season four remains free through episode six. For bonus commentary and extended show notes, subscriptions start on Patreon.

Hosts Alice, Skyler, and Vero manage to make Starfleet-approved science feel as cozy as a night in with your favorite cat—crying or not.

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