Best Abstract Sci Fi Podcasts (2025)

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TrekRanks 210: Top 5 Episodes that Feel Like DS9 1:59:59

1d ago1:59:59

1:59:59

We get deep into the lore of Deep Space Nine by talking about a variety of episodes that are not DS9, but feel like it! It’s the “Top 5 Episodes that Feel Like DS9” on this week’s TrekRanks, continuing our ongoing series of popular “Feels Like” topics. There are probably more shades to DS9 than any other series of Star Trek, and our expert panel of…

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TrekRanks 209: Abstract Color Blasts! 1:36:39

15d ago1:36:39

1:36:39

Our Abstract Series returns with an absolute classic. This one is as abstract as it gets! It’s “Abstract Color Blasts!” on this week’s TrekRanks! What’s an “Abstract Color Blast!” you ask? Well, listen in and figure it out with our panel of host Jim Moorhouse and expert color analysts Ross Webster and Anika Dane, who come at this topic from every a…

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Bagpipes of Doom 30:54

21d ago30:54

30:54

You wanna know what's gonna happen, don't you? Maybe it's for the best you just listen. You can never have too much of a good thing. Curiosity is healthy and can be wise, but sometimes you need to know when to leave well alone. Just get out whilst you still can. Can you hear bagpipes? Oh my god! RUN! Travelling by train, Chip Mason and Gavin Walter…

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TrekRanks 208: Top 5 Saru Episodes 1:39:42

29d ago1:39:42

1:39:42

It feels fitting that the first Kelpien in Starfleet is also the first character from the new era of Star Trek to get the TrekRanks character deep dive treatment as this week we jump all the way to Kaminar to take on the “Top 5 Saru Episodes.” Brought to life by the legendary Doug Jones, Saru embodied the emotions and hope on display throughout fiv…

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TrekRanks 207: Top 5 World-Building Episodes 1:47:54

1M ago1:47:54

1:47:54

It’s a classic TrekRanks deep dive on the “Top 5 World-Building Episodes” in the history of Star Trek, where we breakdown the stories, details and moments that helped establish the expansive universe that we’ve all known and loved across the past 60 years. Our panel of host Jim Moorhouse and expert guests Alex Perry and Carlos Miranda get into the …

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The Wymondham Men 33:57

2M ago33:57

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Charlie Blunderwedge and Jim Bond fly out to a small apple producing isle to find a missing child in a story remarkably similar to the old film The Wicker Man; a film so famous that surely everyone must have seen it by now... haven’t they? All celebrity voices impersonated. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Mat…

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TrekRanks 206: Top 5 Scenes on a Bridge 1:49:24

2M ago1:49:24

1:49:24

It’s maybe the most expansive topic in TrekRanks history. In a return to our ongoing “Scenes in Trek” series we tackle the “Top 5 Scenes on a Bridge.” And in Star Trek, as you know, a whole lot of the show takes place on the bridge! Our expert panel of host Jim Moorhouse and guests Charlynn Schmiedt, Kimberly Lawler and Foz Rotten have a great time…

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TrekRanks 205: Top 5 Episodes that Always Feel Like a First-Time Watch 1:49:57

2M ago1:49:57

1:49:57

We all have those episodes we’ve seen a bunch of times, but every time you turn it on, for some reason it feels like you are watching it for the first time. And that is what this week’s TrekRanks is all about. It’s the Top 5 Episodes that Always Feel Like a First-Time Watch! Our expert panel of host Jim Moorhouse and guests Paul Edinger, Todd Kehoe…

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Ghost Meringue 26:53

3M ago26:53

26:53

A classic tale of meringue-based hauntings. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Social media management by Laurie Stone. Original artwork by Maisie Chilvers and AI generated episode cover by KC. Some sound effects sourced from www.zapsplat.com Come find us on Instagram @catnoirpodcast . Geoff the Ba…

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TrekRanks 204: Top 5 Dream Destinations 1:31:33

3M ago1:31:33

1:31:33

Pack your bags! Because on this week’s TrekRanks we are visiting your “Top 5 Dream Destinations” in Star Trek! It’s the locations in the Trek universe where you want to visit or see in person or take a vacation, however you define your Prime Directive. Our expert LCARS panel of host Jim Moorhouse and guests Chris Burris and Craig Main cover everyth…

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TrekRanks 203: Top 5 Bajoran Episodes 1:59:54

3M ago1:59:54

1:59:54

Peldar joi, everyone! It’s time for a festival celebration at TrekRanks as we take on the “Top 5 Bajoran Episodes” with our expert panel of host Jim Moorhouse and guests Brooke Horton and Duncan Barrett. Since their debut on The Next Generation, Bajorans have provided some of the most layered and contextualized storytelling in all of Star Trek, and…

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The Curse of Punctuality 31:52

4M ago31:52

31:52

Only one man can save publisher Jim Bond when an ancient evil is waiting in the shadows. However, Charlie Blunderwedge must face his faith, wellbeing and hatred of long, boring flashbacks in order to be ready. Please arrive early or be a little late. The exact hand of time is where the Hour Man waits. Beyond the eye, just out of view. The Hour Man …

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TrekRanks 202: Top 5 Crash Landings 1:41:46

4M ago1:41:46

1:41:46

This week's TrekRanks is all about the “Top 5 Crash Landings” in Star Trek as we attempt to to navigate our shuttle safely through some kind of magnetic disturbance in the atmosphere or through an ion storm or a weird orbital displacement shift - and guide our crew to safety. Our expert panel of host Jim Moorhouse and guests Paige Thatcher and Seba…

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TrekRanks 201: Top 5 Treacherous Bastards 1:57:27

4M ago1:57:27

1:57:27

We are getting dark and dirty on this week’s TrekRanks as we maneuver down some of Starfleet’s back alleys to uncover the “Top 5 Treacherous Bastards” in the history of Star Trek. Our expert panel is packed with unsavory characters, including host Jim Moorhouse and guests Ryan Riddle and Michael Bentley, as they get into the underbelly of the influ…

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The Nostradamus Effect 24:38

5M ago24:38

24:38

In America, songs from a hip-hop band have begun to predict the future and the F.B.I. are tasked to investigate before the release of their new single: Kaboom! (End of the World) Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Original artwork by Maisie Chilvers. Social media management by Laurie Stone. Some so…

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TrekRanks 200: TrekRanks Potpourri 2.0 2:08:12

5M ago2:08:12

2:08:12

We celebrate episode 200 of TrekRanks with perhaps the most wide-open topic in the history of our show. Which means we are covering more Star Trek ground than ever! This week we enter a stable temporal fissure to revisit many of the fun topics in our illustrious past with TrekRanks Potpourri 2.0 with host Jim Moorhouse and our expert panel of Alex …

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TrekRanks Episode 199 – Top 5 Lower Decks Season 5 Moments 1:51:20

5M ago1:51:20

1:51:20

We’re dunking into Star Trek: Lower Decks like a big ol’ cookie on this week’s TrekRanks with a breakdown of the “Top 5 Lower Decks Season 5 Moments”! It’s a happy-sad celebration of Captain Freeman and the entire crew of the USS Cerritos as they investigate a series of temporal fissures (with new friends and old) all season long. Our panel of host…

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Merry Christmas Mr Godwin 34:04

6M ago34:04

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For this year’s seasonally festive special we were inspired by the Dickens’ Christmas tale of ghosts and changing ways. In our version, we’ve reworked the classic into a modern day story of constantly feeling hassled, and given it a name lifted from an old Bowie movie. This pleased Kev cos he’s a massive fan. Matt likes Labyrinth. Written, performe…

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TrekRanks Episode 198 – Top 5 Five-Minute Characters 1:36:50

6M ago1:36:50

1:36:50

It’s time for another topic you are only going to hear on TrekRanks! This week we are breaking down the “Top 5 Five-Minute Characters” – which is exactly what it sounds like. It’s a celebration of those characters who appeared in maybe only one or two scenes for no more than five minutes total, but for some reason you still think about them and pro…

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TrekRanks Episode 197 – Top 5 DS9 Vibes 1:45:18

6M ago1:45:18

1:45:18

What makes Deep Space Nine … Deep Space Nine? That’s the question on our minds this week as we explore the Top 5 DS9 Vibes in our ongoing deep dive into the five legacy Trek series. We are analyzing the vibes you get from specific series and characters and episodes. What better way to get into the conduits of Trek than discussing vibes, with is def…

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Sleep Stories - CA's Space Drift 16:09

6M ago16:09

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Deep into Cry Alchemy's The Oversense Universe is the story of The Architect and his relation to this galaxy and beyond. Space Drift is written, directed, edited, produced, and performed by Ethan Frank. Enjoy! Let's drift through the science of change together, fellow Future Drifters. @futuredrifterstories on Instagram Support us patreon.com/future…

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TrekRanks Episode 196 – Top 5 Scenes in the Woods 1:27:55

7M ago1:27:55

1:27:55

At TrekRanks we can always see the forest through the trees, especially when we are breaking down the “Top 5 Scenes in the Woods” as part of our ongoing “Scenes in Trek” series. Three unique Prime Directives lead to some surprising results as our expert panel of host Jim Moorhouse and guest Debbie Moltisanti and Ben Nicholson get deep into the wood…

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Ian and Stella Go West 34:46

7M ago34:46

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Ian Browdent, a struggling music producer Is auditioning singers for a new commercial when he is offered the chance of a lifetime: an all-inclusive tour of America. However, there is always a catch. Will Ian be able to explain why there are four dead bodies in the street and he is holding the smoking gun? Or is he destined to spend the rest of his …

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TrekRanks Episode 195 – Top 5 Hands-On Episodes 1:45:05

7M ago1:45:05

1:45:05

All hands-on deck for this classic episode of TrekRanks as we tackle the “Top 5 Hands-On Episodes” in Star Trek history. It’s episode 195 of TrekRanks and literally anything is in play this week on this wide-open topic. Our panel of host Jim Moorhouse and expert guests Dana Kenedy, Kimberly Lawler and Izaak Brown cover a lot of territory with their…

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Compilation December 2022 45:38

7M ago45:38

45:38

When Christmas gets rudely hijacked, Kev and Matt take to the road tracking the evil Rick Alanman to The Tachycardic Plaza in London, where Danny Peaks is having the time of his life. Can Kev and Matt save Christmas? No good asking Mr Tunguska... he will never tell. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sander…

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TrekRanks Episode 194: Top 5 Crazy F*cking Things Mike McMahan Did to Show Us How Much Lower Decks Loves Star Trek 1:52:14

8M ago1:52:14

1:52:14

With Star Trek: Lower Decks launching their fifth and final season, we celebrate the groundbreaking series in the most appropriate way possible – by highlighting the “Top 5 Crazy F*cking Things Mike McMahan Did to Show Us How Much Lower Decks Loves Star Trek”! Pakleds with big helmets? Check! The return of Ensign Sonya Gomez? Check! Check! Our favo…

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Restoration Falls: Omnibus 43:52

8M ago43:52

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Novelist Charlie Blunderwedge and his agent Jim Bond take a few well earned vacation days in a secluded health spa hidden in the Swiss Alps. But is Restoration Falls all that it seems? And what exactly are the special treatments that go on there? Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Social media mana…

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TrekRanks Episode 193: Top 5 Coolest Looking Tech 1:30:27

8M ago1:30:27

1:30:27

Cool looking technology has been a staple of Star Trek for 60 years, and on this week's TrekRanks we deep dive into exactly that with a can't miss episode focused on the "Top 5 Coolest Looking Tech." From tricorders to plasma coils, "cool looking tech" is about as broad and succinct as you can get for a classic TrekRanks topic. Our expert panel of …

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Omnibus: Away with the Drizzle 40:25

8M ago40:25

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Why is a single island known as The Ferrero Rocher Isles? Exactly where is it and should anyone even care? Who is the mysterious Lacunar Infarct? Is he really a vampire? Or is some other nonsense afoot? Dale Alan digs deeper to find out. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Social media management by…

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TrekRanks Episode 192: Top 5 B'Elanna Torres Episodes 1:58:27

8M ago1:58:27

1:58:27

Voyager’s chief engineer is beloved for a variety of reasons, and we break them all down in this essential episode of TrekRanks – “The Top 5 B’Elanna Torres Episodes.” From the Maquis to Starfleet, B’Elanna Torres showcased a myriad of skills, qualities and styles in her seven years on Voyager, fighting and defeating more than a few personal demons…

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The Pynming August Sun Stone 1:44:44

9M ago1:44:44

1:44:44

Novelist, Charlie Blunderwedge and his friend and literary agent, Jim Bond, are thrown into adventure after discovering mysterious writings on the back of Charlie's new painting. But what does it all mean? And why does a man who looks exactly like Sean Bean care so much? Join Charlie, Jim, and a whole heap of Hollywood characters as they set out on…

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TrekRanks Episode 191: Top 5 Prodigy Season 2 Moments 1:57:42

9M ago1:57:42

1:57:42

For the first-time in Star Trek history, 20 episodes were released simultaneously, and we break it all down this week with the “Top 5 Prodigy Season 2 Moments.” At this point, when it comes to Star Trek Prodigy, the secret is out: this is not just a kids’ show! We protowarp our way through all 20 episodes via our exclusive TrekRanks matrix with hos…

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Omnibus: Super Chupacabra 47:14

9M ago47:14

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After a dodgy bet in a rowdy pub; famed explorer Arnold Reinhold-Badgerfur assembles a team to cross the seas and search for the mighty, mythical goat sucking Chupacabra. Who'll make the team and who can be trusted? Rum anyone? Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Social media management by Laurie St…

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Sleep Stories - CA's Transporter One 2:24

9M ago2:24

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Transporter One is part of the origin story of Signal from Cry Alchemy's The Oversense Universe. Transporter One is written, directed, edited, and produced by Ethan Frank. This sci-fi audio drama is performed by Ethan Frank, as well. Enjoy! Let's drift through the science of change together, fellow Future Drifters. @futuredrifterstories on Instagra…

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Supplemental Log 01 – TrekRanks Independent 8:30

9M ago8:30

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A short TrekRanks update for our listeners, as we release our first-ever supplemental episode to keep everyone up-to-date on the latest with TrekRanks. After seven years and a long, fruitful relationship with our friends at The Tricorder Transmissions Podcast Network, the TrekRanks Podcast is finally going independent as of Sept. 1, 2024. (This has…

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Omnibus: Honk's Kitchen 52:57

10M ago52:57

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Join us for the Honk’s Kitchen. Compiling the semi-final and final of one of the world’s most exciting daytime cookery shows, where casseroles and tempers get extremely heated. Who will win the coveted prize of Head Chef at Honk Romsey’s brand new mobile restaurant and burger van: Honkz. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Ch…

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TrekRanks Episode 190: Abstract V 1:42:26

10M ago1:42:26

1:42:26

We combine two of your favorites this week: our "abstract" topics with another "convention live show"! This week it is "Abstract V" live from Las Vegas with host Jim Moorhouse and a panel of five expert Trek fans (Alex Perry, Claire Little, Matt Hansen, Jamie McGregor and Ken Reilly) targeting their abstract picks related to the letter V (or is tha…

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TrekRanks Episode 190: Abstract V 1:42:43

10M ago1:42:43

1:42:43

We combine two of your favorites this week: our “abstract” topics with another “convention live show”! This week it is “Abstract V” live from Las Vegas with host Jim Moorhhouse and a panel five expert Trek fans (Alex Perry, Claire Little, Matt Hansen, Jamie McGregor and Ken Reilly) targeting their abstract picks related to the letter V (or is that …

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TrekRanks Episode 189: Top 5 Two-Hander Episodes 1:42:26

10M ago1:42:26

1:42:26

This one is a deep cut. It's the "Top 5 Two-Hander Episodes" in Star Trek, which in television parlance is a production term referencing stories centered around two characters who are often isolated together in contrast. There are plenty of examples in Trek history where scripts have focused on a pair of characters who share a number of scenes toge…

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TrekRanks Episode 189: Top 5 Two-Hander Episodes 1:42:27

10M ago1:42:27

1:42:27

This one is a deep cut. It’s the “Top 5 Two-Hander Episodes” in Star Trek, which in television parlance is a production term referencing stories centered around two characters who are often isolated together in contrast. There are plenty of examples in Trek history where scripts have focused on a pair of characters who share a number of scenes toge…

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Omnibus: The Ian and Stella Story 31:55

10M ago31:55

31:55

Compilating Ian and Stella's journey from recording their first album, to the mishaps of not working together and then their musical assault on Vegas. Join us for a love story like no other and music that should never have been recorded due to it's magical qualities. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sande…

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First Flight #74: Season 3 Ep 7 "The Shipment" 1:41:09

10M ago1:41:09

1:41:09

Season 3 is here and First Flight, and the Carrot Crew, have many things to discuss! Chris and Abby are getting to know the Xindi Arboreals better, watching minds change, and are chatting about "The Shipment."After infiltrating a Xindi-Arboreal plant that synthesizes vital explosive materials for the Xindi super-weapon, Archer, Reed and Major Hayes…

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The Missing Marple Saga 26:31

11M ago26:31

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Flashback with us to when Matt and Kev lost one of the 9 Miss Marple's that live in their cupboard and chased her across the Cat Noir Metaverse. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Social media management by Laurie Stone. Original artwork by Maisie Chilvers and AI generated episode cover by KC. Some…

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TrekRanks Episode 188: Top 5 Psychic Transfers or: Fal-tor-panDEMONIUM 1:50:41

11M ago1:50:41

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“My mind to your mind…” Not sure there is anything more pervasive on Star Trek than a psychic transfer, where someone's consciousness ends up some place it is probably not supposed to be! Which sounds like the perfect reason for TrekRanks to tackle the "Top 5 Psychic Transfers or: Fal-tor-panDEMONIUM" on this week's amazing new episode! From Freaky…

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TrekRanks Episode 188: Top 5 Psychic Transfers or: Fal-tor-panDEMONIUM 1:50:40

11M ago1:50:40

1:50:40

"My mind to your mind…" Not sure there is anything more pervasive on Star Trek than a psychic transfer, where someone&s consciousness ends up some place it is probably not supposed to be! Which sounds like the perfect reason for TrekRanks to tackle the "Top 5 Psychic Transfers or: Fal-tor-panDEMONIUM" on this week&s amazing new episode! From Freaky…

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First Flight #73: Season 3 Ep 6 "Exile" 1:27:33

11M ago1:27:33

1:27:33

Season 3 is here and First Flight, and the Carrot Crew, have many things to discuss! Chris and Abby are chatting about "Exile" and all spheres, crystals and castle cliffs it brings.While working to translate the Xindi database, Hoshi is contacted by a mysterious telepathic alien who offers to help Enterprise on their mission to find the Xindi. His …

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Cujack Vs Cujack 18:01

11M ago18:01

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It's time to count down the top five "True Crime shows of the decade" as presented by Patrick MacNee. The only problem is, Matt's wiped all the tapes. However, the ever resourceful Patrick reveals a unique opportunity for Matt and Kev to finally do some acting. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. So…

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TrekRanks Episode 187: Top 5 Mediocre Episodes 1:53:12

11M ago1:53:12

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TrekRanks Episode 187: Top 5 Mediocre Episodes 1:53:11

11M ago1:53:11

1:53:11

Honestly, sometimes nothing quite hits the spot like a good, solid mediocre episode of Star Trek, and we put that theory to the test this week on TrekRanks with a gloriously fun topic: the "Top 5 Mediocre Episodes" in Trek! This one is an absolute celebration of those mid-level, mid-tier, mid-table, mediocre episodes of Trek, that deep down, we all…

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First Flight #72: BONUS Prodigy S2 Initial Reactions 40:34

11M ago40:34

40:34

First Flight loves ALL Trek and today The Carrot Crew knows that Abby and Chris ADORE Star Trek Prodigy and, since Season 2 just dropped on 7/1, they binged it all day one. They even got to live text with each other for a chunk in the middle of the season! Here is a bonus episode that has their initial - less than 18 hours from first full watch - t…

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