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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

NEW VIDEO What are the best episodes for each of the main characters in Star Trek The Animated Series! This was fun to put together as it gave me a good excuse to binge the weirdest Star Trek series. youtu.be/SW8vYf8m1jE?...

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The Best Episode for every Star Trek Character (The Animated Series)

What is the BEST episode for each Star Trek character? In the second part of this new series, I'm breaking down the definitive viewing guide for The Animated Series. For each member of the main…

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

My 5 year old and I finished watching Star Trek Prodigy today and both got a little emotional and teary eyed about it. We need more Prodigy! Such a shame that it was cancelled. We've been recording his experience of Star Trek as a podcast which you can listen to here. pod.link/1894786101?v...

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My Next Generation

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

NEW VIDEO my review of Tomorrows Enterprise. Spoiler alert: I loved it. How about you? Strange New Worlds Season 4 Episode 10 Review | They saved the best for last youtu.be/_6fXc2aeKak

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The latest episode of my father/son Star Trek podcast 'My Next Generation' is out now! Jonah and I watched 2 more episodes of Star Trek Prodigy and he really caught onto redemption arcs! And has his own plan for taking out the bad guy. Have a listen and subscribe now. pod.link/1894786101?v...

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My Next Generation

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

NEW VIDEO This was a hard video to make. In my opinion, this was the worst episode of Strange New Worlds this season. youtu.be/WpVNxkeFTT4

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The latest episode of my father and son, Star Trek podcast, My Next Generation is out now! We watched more Star Trek prodigy and I learned an important lesson in pre checking episodes! pod.link/1894786101?v...

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My Next Generation

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Happy Star Trek 60th! And to celebrate 60 years of a franchise that I love, I've just released a new video highlighting what I think are the best character showcases for each of the original series cast. LLAP The Best Episode for every Star Trek Character (TOS) youtu.be/WEJ0hwK6Idw

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

NEW VIDEO! The latest episode of Strange New Worlds was a disaster and I loved it. Strange New Worlds Season 4 Episode 6 Review - A Disaster (In the Best Way!) youtu.be/nhch3CQfevM

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

NEW EPISODE! The latest episode of the 'My Next Generation' podcast is out now. Things got a little scary BUT we did get the return of Wesley Crusher, a kick ass Janeway and, somehow, a chat about the Infinity Stones... Have a listen and subscribe now! pod.link/1894786101?v...

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

What’s it’s like to watch the intro of Star Trek Prodigy with a 5 year old. Hey @thekatemulgrew.bsky.social, I think you have a new fan!!! Check out the podcast now. pod.link/1894786101?v...

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

New Episode of My Next Generation is out now! My 5 year old and I watched more Star Trek Prodigy and smelled armpits… Available on all podcast platforms pod.link/1894786101?v...

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

9 years ago today, @robertpicardo and Sylvester McCoy turned up to see my Fringe show, I’m a Fan! Should I bring it back to @edfringe enext year for a 10 year anniversary?

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

NEW VIDEO I like the recent episode of Strange New Worlds. How about you? Strange New Worlds Season 4 Episode 4 Review | Can Star Trek do Noir? youtu.be/20wJ82IjzuI

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

My eldest started primary school today and I recorded a quick video asking his name, his age and what he wanted to be when he grew up. I also asked his favourite tv show. Imagine my pride when he said Star Trek Prodigy. Looks like the podcast is working 😂 pod.link/1894786101?v...

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

The latest episode of 'My Next Generation' is out now! Jonah and I watched episodes 5&6 of season 2 Star Trek Prodigy. We chat about whales on Voyager and more. Available on all podcast platforms. Don't forget to subscribe and share with others! pod.link/1894786101?v...

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

NEW VIDEO My review of the latest episode of Strange New Worlds, Human Best Friend. Another episode that is either the best thing or worst thing ever made. I’m somewhere in between. Some of it works. Some of it doesn’t. Check out my full review below: youtu.be/o_PmgIQe4AQ

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Strange New Worlds Season 4 Episode 3 Review. Can Star Trek do comedy?

SPOILER ALERT. Do not watch if you haven't seen S04E03 of Strange N...

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

A new Geekatorium podcast episode is out now! Matt and I are chatting Strange New Worlds, X-Men 97 and Spider-Man Brand New Day. Available wherever you listen to your podcasts! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review. pod.link/896340481

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Have you listened to the latest episode of My Next Generation? Jonah and I watch 2 more episodes of Star Trek Prodigy and things get all wibbly wobbly timey wimey Available wherever you listen to your podcasts! Be sure to subscribe!! pod.link/1894786101?v...

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Went to see Brand New Day last night and I really enjoyed it. I don’t want to give too much away but I’m glad they didn’t take the easy route for Peter Parker. Also, the Punisher/Spidey link up was just fantastic. This was a big potatoes film.

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

NEW VIDEO My review of Griffin Incident, the latest episode of Strange New Worlds. It’s proving to be a decisive episode! But does it does it tell a good story? Strange New Worlds Season 4 Episode 2 Review. Star Trek is HORROR? youtu.be/H9v5ZqZibS8

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

NEW VIDEO A quick clip from the latest episode of My Next Generation. The story of when @robert_picardo came to see my comedy show about Star Trek and when @marcsilkvoice made my sons day The Day Robert Picardo Crashed My Star Trek Comedy Show youtu.be/-aD4a4NXn-Y

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Season 2 of My Next Generation is out now! And if didn't listen to season 1 here's how it works. I'm introducing my son Jonah to Star Trek one episode at a time, starting with Prodigy, and recording his completely honest reactions along the way.

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

My Next Generation returns on Monday and Jonah and I are starting Star Trek Prodigy Season 2. Listen to a 5 year olds honest thoughts on Star Trek! Catch up on season 1 before Monday on whatever platform you listen to podcasts. open.spotify.com/show/5IAr7kU...

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My Next Generation

Podcast · Rik Carranza · Welcome to My Next Generation, the Star Trek podcast where lifelong fan Rik introduces his son, Jonah, to the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. Each week, we watch…

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

NEW VIDEO you asked. I deliver. Here is my ranking of all 14 Star Trek videos! Every Star Trek Movie RANKED (Including Section 31!) youtu.be/R5cxJvWZylE

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Every Star Trek Movie RANKED (Including Section 31!)

I’m ranking all 14 Star Trek movies from WORST to BEST! From Sectio...

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

The Geekatorium Podcast is back! Matt and I are chatting about Spider Noir, X Men 97 and the Avengers Doomsday trailer. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

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Crusher Convo Podcast 👩🏻‍🦰 🎙️ @crusherconvo.com · 18/07/2026

📢 My Admirals patrons get a FIRST LOOK at my episode with @rikcarranza.bsky.social that airs next week! Here is a sneak peek at that episode, and don't forget to join me in the chat next Friday, July 24th, to talk #StarTrek! #Podcast #TheOriginalSeries

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Worst things to find on the menu in the Federation or the Republic. The full video for Star Trek vs Star Wars featuring Matt Blair and Javier Jarquin is available on YouTube! Check it out now! youtu.be/IOaSEGbKR-g

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Matt brings up The Galactic Strait of Star Wars. The full video for Star Trek vs Star Wars is available on YouTube! Check it out now! www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrsW... #startrek #starwars

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Star Trek vs Star Wars is back and this time I'm joined by comedians Matt Blair and Javier Jarquin! From Obi Wan vs Data to the Hutts vs the Ferengi, it all goes down to the wire! Watch live tonight (2nd July) at 8pm BST youtu.be/RrsWhf3CM9w

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Have you listened to 'My Next Generation' yet? The podcast where I'm introducing my 5 year old to Star Trek. To hear both our thoughts on each episode listen on your favourite podcast platform! We're having a couple of weeks off before starting Prodigy season 2 so this is a great time to catch up!!

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

My last video hasn’t been doing as well as I hoped! Then I realised I didn’t tell anyone about it! I’m almost at the end of my 5 things series. I’ve just done Star Trek Beyond, my favourite of the Kelvin movies. Which was yours?

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Star Trek Beyond. 5 things you didn't know about this underrated movie.

Is Star Trek Beyond a bette movie that people give it credit for? H...

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

The latest episode of 'My Next Generation' is available to listen to now! This week Jonah and I watched the season finale of Star Trek Prodigy season 1 and things got a little emotional! Available to listen on all podcast platforms. Don't forget to subscribe. open.spotify.com/episode/2cmc...

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Just had the best time recording Star Trek vs Star Wars with Javier Jarquin and Matt Blair! Going to be a fun edit. Will definitely be an outtake reel for this.

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

It's been a couple of weeks but Jonah and I are back and watching more Star Trek together. Get a (now) 5 year olds thoughts on Star Prodigy as we watch the episodes Ghost in the Machine and Mindwalk together! Available on all podcasting platforms now. open.spotify.com/episode/1hOI... #StarTrek

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

28 years. I was in school the last time I saw my country at the World Cup. No you’re crying.

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

@edgarwright.bsky.social directed one shot in Star Trek Into Darkness. I think I've found it. Full video on YouTube youtu.be/35wo8Rmq0C8

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

The Proclaimers sang, ‘When you go will you send back, a letter from America’ Unfortunately the person they sang this to can’t as their ESTA was cancelled

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

The latest episode of ‘My Next Generation’ is out now! Jonah and I watched the Star Trek Prodigy episodes ‘Masquerade’ and ‘Preludes’ and Jonah said the words I’ve been waiting to hear him say, ‘I have to tell my friends about Star Trek.’ podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/m...

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"I Have to Tell My Friends About Star Trek!" Ep 8: All the World’s a Stage and Preludes

Podcast Episode · My Next Generation · 8 June · 37min

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

NEW VIDEO! 5 things you didn't know about Star Trek (2009). Matt Damon, @wilwheaton.net, a Star Wars cameo, references galore and breaking the bad movie curse! What did you think of this movie when it came out? For me, it reconnected me with my Star Trek fandom. youtu.be/DUJ66yTzsFM

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Rik Carranza @rikcarranza.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

You know what I haven't done in a couple of days... #startrek

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