My favorite season of TNS 😍💃

[@tnsluvr]

As a Brit I’m guessing Nicks baking is a reference to ‘the great British bake off’ which is a huge baking show in the uk that’s basically the most popular show in the country so of course they make the British character obsessed with baking bc they always make the British characters extremely stereotypical - ig so it’s relatable 😂

[@juuce04]

as another brit that's exactly what I thought - hes just a hardcore mary berry stan 😅

[@Charlotte-uj6jt]

I kinda hate how they do British accents I’m British but I sound more like the Canadians on tns than a stereotypical British person I mean I kinda find it offensive

[@MylesDobson]

Fun fact: Ann Pornel (Moxie) is the host of 'The Great Canadian Baking Show' here in Canada!

[@MylesDobson]

​@@Charlotte-uj6jt....who wants to tell them I'm really British?

[@alicenield8419]

@@MylesDobsonto be honest… you don’t sound it. Where are you from? I’m in Berkshire

[@skytheatrics_]

make britt a showrunner i love her plotlines sm

[@phoebe3575]

as someone who hasn’t seen season 8, i actually really like this mix combo of present brit and first reaction brit - i feel like even though i prefer the first reaction format, i’m getting more context this way and if it was a straight first reaction i’d be a bit more lost lmao

[@gloriakonan8308]

Please make britt a writer on tns or let her direct a spin-off or even season 9😭

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

That would be so much fun!

[@blond009]

Jude and cleo problem solving thoughts was good, but jiley’s way of “empathizing” with eachother was the best😂

[@mhernandez96000]

So here's the thing with Finn, I think there's still a possibility that he might have some other neurodivergence that doesn't manifest in social anxiety, in which case he wouldn't seem to care about not picking up on social cues. And if it doesn't bother him that would be why it's never mentioned in talking heads. Since Jude's dyslexia actively interferes with her interactions on the show that's my guess as to why it's brought up. But I think you did a really good job (re)explaining your though process from last week's video. On a related side note one of my favorite character headcanons is that Richelle is autistic, which is why she's so against change and why she's one of the few characters we see really struggle to connect with other people (I'm not saying neurotypical people can't also struggle with this but as an autistic person I just relate to her a lot).

[@lucyy2007]

I think the earlier seasons led up to the competitions for longer and you saw the dances come together and saw them being rehearsed more, in the newer seasons, you don’t see any of the dances until the competitions. I prefer the lead up with the dances in the earlier seasons more. Do you agree or disagree??

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

I agree. More opportunity to see the challenges they face in the routine and then when it's time to perform you can be like the teacher, knowing the sections that don't normally work, but hoping they do. It's much more satisfying to watch the routines as though you're a part of them somehow, rather than just an audience member.

[@lucyy2007]

@@BrittanyRaymondOfficial That’s what I thought. It’s was always interesting seeing the development of the routines and the challenges they deal with. The newer seasons don’t incorporate as much dance as they did in the earlier seasons which confuses me slightly.

[@MylesDobson]

I'm glad my unscripted icing spurt got a smirk from you

[@pineappleisthebest8768]

I really like this combined format, especially the live reactions :)

[@zdcosner3766]

As someone who preferred seeing your initial reactions to key moments, I think you’ve made a good compromise. The new combined format of reaction and commentary is a good method of balancing both. I really enjoy this episode especially for seeing Kenzie and Cleo’s dilemmas. One of my criticisms for Season 7 is that they didn’t really use Kenzie or give her any storylines but now we’re finally getting an insight of what Kenzie wants which I love to see. This is indeed the first time we find out that Cleo can sing and it’s a pleasant surprise because she sounds so good. She’s a great singer. I love how even Piper, Amy and Lily were surprised at her singing talents. Cleo in general has really developed well in this season so far as she went from being manipulative and scheming in Season 7 to now being more relaxed and comfortable with herself. I think her relationship with Jude has really helped her blossom even more. So nice to hear that you met Dani too. Your discussion at 5:52-8:25 about the missed potential of integrating the BTS crew into the story for Step Inside is really fascinating and something that could definitely be could be worth exploring more. Obviously there was Dancemania in Season 7 but that was mainly from an outside source with intentional scripting for the show they were participating on and there was missed potential with that too. As you mentioned, there was a natural and sort of authentic feel with the first season because of how new and experimental it was. And you’re right on how they’re still able to recreate that magic in small doses with new characters. I especially like that you mentioned the Izzy and Daisy one at 31:56 because that was one my favourite talking head moments too. Felt so natural and fun due to it most likely being non scripted. We even had some previous ones with Riley, James and Amanda in Season 4 when they end up interacting with characters or hidden crew behind the scenes (mainly with Amanda’s talking head being interrupted by a character from The Lost and Found series and Riley being interrupted by James with the promise ring scene). It would be nice to see more of that as I really feel like the mockuemntary feel of the show was a big highlight of the first season. But you also make a good point in how scheduling and filming is differently handled compared to how it was years ago. My question directly ties into this but are there any missed opportunities that you wish The Next Step explored more whether that be in terms of characters, development, storylines, issues or relatable situations in general? You can refer to any season by the way. And do you feel this way with any other series or shows that you watch too? You mentioned that you dislike when tension between characters are defused too quickly (like the Cleo and Jude situation) and I agree. They are often not given enough time to properly cook or settle. I really liked that Kenzie and Richelle scene at the end purely because of the tension and Richelle walked away while still being mad at Kenzie for her decision to choose Nationals which keeps the tension lingering as their relationship is now on a thread. I also wish there would be some physical fights during the really tense situations where characters are up in each other’s faces but that mostly leads to just dance battles lol. That’s something that I also feel like is a bit of missed potential with the show. Shad’s singing voice is absolutely beautiful. The Symmetry Of is a great song.

[@loudashce2361]

I feel like these videos have become more of a recap than a genuine, on the spot reaction to the episode...

[@odalysdelrosario496]

Yeah i loss the old way it feels harder to watch and play attention to her summarize the episode

[@tobichls]

I love this new style of video plus your idea about Step Inside was golden - truly a missed opportunity

[@dancingsun2]

Honestly I like this format. Obviously it's great getting your first reactions and I think you should keep those in, but hearing your reflections of scenes and plots after knowing the context is really interesting too :)

[@phoebe3575]

the earlier seasons will always be better for me because the storylines felt more natural and the entire vibe was just…better? might be biased because even though i kept watching, i grew up with the earlier seasons so they hold that nostalgia you know?

[@willowmartin9602]

You’re comments and ideas are so well thought out and original I really think they could benefit by having you on their team producing :)

[@PrincessVickytotheT]

I feel like you should be a writer for TNS. You are very insightful.

[@stephgrace1313]

what you said in the "my thoughts on the show" section was so interesting. I think it would be awesome to see them incorporate the camera men, producers or even to just acknowledge that theyre being filmed. The only times theyve ever really acknowledged the cameras is when james "proposed" to Riley and since then there hasnt really been anything. but after season 7 i feel like its too late becuase a big plot in that season was how they had never been on camera before. in season 1 i really liked how sometimes the camera was shaky or not in focus which really made it feel like a documentary. but now in the later seasons, even season 2 onwards tbh, the documentary style is kinda lost and we only have the talking heads. anyways i love these videos and love your predictions and ideas for alternate plotlines. 💕

[@amelia_naomi]

OMG OMG OMG U ANSWERED MY QUESTION AHHH OMG I AM LITERALLY SCREAMING THANK YOU SOO MUCH!!! For some reason the moment I saw the title of this video I was wondering would she answer it but i didn’t think you actually would. Thank you so much seriously OMG. Love you sm Britt! You really are my queen! ❤❤ AHHHH

[@aimeerose27]

I love this new format of how you’re reacting to the show!! I love how at times you have a sort of dialogue between live reaction you and future you and I find that very cool to watch, plus it gives more context and shows your deeper thoughts!

[@lwazizi]

I actually love this new format You get raw reactions plus some analysis making for a very entertaining and informative video🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@juliawilliams789]

I loved this episode too! and I have to tend to agree with your thoughts about the earlier seasons, as it felt a little more authentic and traditional to me in comparison to later seasons where it felt a little more ‘scripted’ at times. I much prefer the new format of blending in live reactions with thoughts, it’s a good balance, because a lot of us have watched the season, so watching the reactions are more intriguing than the reviews, but I definitely enjoyed this format a lot more. also can we just appreciate how much effort you put into these reactions like the editing, the structure and the entire content sharing is sooo amazingly done, like you’re such an icon and it really shows the love you have for TNS and us fans ❤ a question from me is, what did you think about having lost and found (the spin off show) as another sequel in a way to the next step, and do you think they could have carried on with that format, or having the main show but still having the spin off. thx ☺️

[@HR_]

The initial reaction style is much better then when you explain what’s happening and then say something, of course if you wanted to clear up something you can add a section like what you did for season 7 I think or season 1 reactions because it’s more realistic and relatable.

[@sophiafrenette5370]

I love this blend you did! I missed the first reactions and I feel like the video flows better with both. Also my question is when will you react to the rest of season 1?

[@chloeleanor]

this is so good 6:17 we actually needed this for a storyline!

[@eloisebishop2779]

I loved this format of the video with the real-time reactions and then the post-show Brit rundown! I love this series

[@aneeqa0564]

When cleo sings and everyone is surprised she is so good is similar to Noah in that episode in like the first season, where he starts singing and the whole of a troop are surprised at his talent

[@sinaa22]

Question: What was your favourite Riley outfit throughout the show?😊

[@channeloft]

24:59 That also explains how some songs sound *rlly* similar to other songs…like how “Story of My Life” sounds like a Melanie Martinez song

[@isabellarevilo5068]

24:42 my personal favourite TNS songs are "I need you like candy doo doo doo I'm addicted to you to you" and "don't take enemies for friends *dramatic da da da dada da da da "

[@maywells4091]

No idea what the first one is but the second is 'When the war is over'

[@donya35678]

The first one is ‘Addicted 2 You’

[@Em-bc6ce]

If you had not been casted on the next step, which introduced you to acting, where do you think you would be now? Do you think you would’ve still pursued professional dance, or was there something else you were interested in?

[@grace2714]

question !! do you remember being on the show 'lost and found' - the music show that was tied to the next step? i'm curious to hear whether or not you remember being on it and if you do, what your experience was like filming your scenes!

[@hattiebenthall2190]

Question: in season 2 James had to compete a list of tasks before he could get back with Riley. Question I think was 7 was joked about being really difficult to do but we never saw him do it. What was that one on the list?

[@Charlotte-uj6jt]

Yeah it seemed to change a lot what actually was it?

[@aysiajohnsen5738]

@@Charlotte-uj6jti don’t think it was anything lol, they just made a huge deal out of it for acting purposes.

[@Charlotte-uj6jt]

@@aysiajohnsen5738 Yeah I know, I'm just curious because some of them were mentioned and some weren't

[@alicenield8419]

@@Charlotte-uj6jtthey’ve mentioned this lots of times - it was never a thing - some of them were, but they wanted to make 7 ambiguous so that watchers would use their imagination

[@BlueJayF]

As for wether Finn is neurodivergent or not, I believe the writers are leaving it up for interpretation, as they have tended to do with several characters in the past. While they have outright said that Jude is neurodivergent, there has been many cases in the past where characters clearly were aswell, but it wasn’t explicitly said. Some examples being West, who many people see as having ADHD due to his high amount of energy, and his inability to focus on just one conversation concept at once, just to say a few things. There are also both Noah and Richelle, who show some traits of being autistic. With Noah, especially in season 3, being nervous in social situations, and even more so with more people, and the fact his confidence in his own dance abilities is not the best, again, with many other traits that I do not have the space to list out here. As for Richelle, as many people have said, she struggles with empathy and picking up on social cues, and especially the fact that she hates when plans are changed and doesn’t know how to cope.

[@margohansonhighkingsupreme7279]

love this take esp on west

[@graceseveri4917]

loving these reactions so far :) video suggestion - ranking all the dances (competition, just in the studio, etc) you are in across all seasons in tns

[@avaglennon9873]

I love the idea of being kinda meta and bringing people from behind the camera in. That would be so funny

[@evaadams03]

Question: Can you tell us more about talking heads? Would you film your talking heads before you film the season or after? Also, I noticed in season 4 you filmed your talking heads multiple times (different hair, outfits) whereas the others appear to film them in one sitting and I always wondered why that was. How do you get into character transitioning between so many emotions in talking heads as the seasons progresses? I’ve always just been curious as to how it worked

[@Madiitetr]

I want more of the og season reactions, I love these new ones but miss you reacting to urself. Imagine the earlier season reactions with this new vid format, I’d love it so much!!

[@jrlombardi5251]

When Richelle said her idea about the show everyone smiled, nod and said yes, I think she's in her right to think everyone wants to do it, she didn't assumed, they accepted. If someone didn't want to accept but still smiled, said yes and started the auditions then that's their thing, not Richelle's, it's them being quiet about what they want and pretending they want someone else even when there's nothing in the middle keeping them from saying what they actually want, they don't need to be asked if they want to do what they already said they would, so I don't see how that would be Richelle assuming everyone wants the same than her with no question nor space for choices nor attention to what they feel bc she wants the whole control bc she's the captain or something. Majority of them already are young adults (if not about to be), they're not kids to need to be asked to say how they feel, they can just say it and if they decide to hide that and agree with the idea it is presented to them then that's not the problem of the person who gave the idea, but from the one who didn't have the confidence to say how they really feel about it and tried to go along with it. Like, no one would say something, see the other person be happy, agree and do everything to get it but magically think they didn't accept bc they wanted to and maybe didn't want it so have to ask them again, the other person just should say what they want and if they have their motives to not do it yet, that's fine, but it's their thing, not the other person's.

[@emilyburgess_]

What was your fav characters to film scenes with? Also great vid britt, i like the new format being combined with live reactions!

[@maryammons3081]

i love how she comments on what is “juicy” for a kids show when that whole alfie, riley, james thing was A LOT. like he left, she cheated on him with one of her students, he came back, forgave her, she broke up with him, and they both spent the rest of the season depressed and crying. like that’s heavy. also the solo/duet/trio thing that was in her head was kinda…intense (don’t get me wrong. LOVED IT, just a bit much for a kids show.) BUT this is why i love this show as a 15 year old

[@lemonite162]

In my head, Finn might not have social anxiety and could be autistic. This could be why he misses social cues but doesn't care and it doesn't bother him. For me, an autistic person, I miss social cues alot but don't really notice I did until someone else mentions it, and it doesn't bother me because I just don't notice. This is just my opinion as I see alot of my autistic traits in Finn. (and also this would explain, in the last season, why Finn is so bad at remebering things and Piper had to set alarms on his phone for him. I set alarms on my phone all the time to remember things.)

[@julianah4628]

patiently waiting for all these eps to come out so I can watch them all at once 😌

[@brookematson850]

Amazing video as always! I personally like the mix of both formats (coming from someone who isn't able to view the next step full episodes of season 8)

[@SarahBolwell]

Hey Britt, loving the videos! ❤️What are your favourite experiences that you had whilst on The Next Step? Whether it was the tours or just other fun moments😊

[@its_alemnesh2596]

that was a awesome reaction video, i really enjoyed watching. ❤🙂

[@alexchannon]

Question: Do you remember any of the dances from the Next Step tours where the dances weren't ones from the show?

[@UnicornLHL]

I like the mixed format!🎉

[@folkloree13]

omg britt,i want you to be a show writer HAHA anyway, loving these reactions sm

[@galiciaaa]

omg yes!!! Every single tns song is a banger, what's your favourite? btw ily brit, thank u so much foe this

[@missscarletemily]

Brittany are you going to go back and finish reacting to season 1? I miss it. I loved when you told us about behind the scenes stuff and your experience and opinions on the show. I watched the next step when I was in primary school and Riley was always one of my favourite characters. It's very nostalgic/reminiscent for me to watch the earlier seasons of the show again through you. I really like your reactions to this show ❤

[@venusfleury5168]

I love the character deep dive! Very interesting

[@alizapalmer303]

6:26-maybe call one of the writers or whoever and pitch that😭 I wanna see a "bts" kinda episode now.

[@ninamathew3163]

I really love these videos tysm for making them ❤❤ luv u bray

[@skytheatrics_]

really out of topic but i love your rings britt😭

[@skytheatrics_]

the original dance was an opening to season 4 where we see the og’s start to leave

[@veronicajavellana1374]

Hey Britt! Love you and Riley and your TNS reactions! Please answer this question next week! What is the timeline at TNS? Lol, because each season seems like its a year but also wouldn't regionals, nationals and internationals all be in 1 dance competition year. So then Season 1-3 would be over 1 year and basically its been once long year since Season 4 til now? Let us know your thoughts!

[@lailagrace07]

I can’t be the only one who realised the mistake in this episode in kenzies talking head it’d supposed to say “step inside dancer” under her name but it says “step inisde dancer”😭

[@SANDY4LIFE]

Questions: A part for Brennan (Daniel) is there any one else from The Nest Step that you're still friends with? like do you still talk to Trevor (James) also watched The Next Step since the very beginning! I love seasons 1 it will always be my favourites 💕

[@alicenield8419]

They both still talk to Vic!!!

[@lucybeth2405]

Question: what is the meaning of your tattoo? Love your jewellery btw ❤

[@Heaven7671]

Your editing is phenomenal

[@flippers321]

I want to know, only if you want to elaborate, what was the pay like? like i know theres a mix of 'child' actors and adult actors so how did it work, did you get paid based on screen time or something else?

[@JoséDamiãombundi]

❤❤brittany you channel is making me so happy 😊

[@MOLMIX]

The thing about Cleo's position and reaction to being offered the second alternate spot is, Nick said that she was 'the last to be cut off' meaning that if they had chosen to have 12 dancers (2 alternates) from the start, Cleo would still be part of the team and have a chance to not be the alternate. That, of course, would not leave space for Kenzie to waltz in and become dance captain witch is an important plot point, but it's also an interesting plot hole - if I remember correctly, there were 2 alternates in the earlier seasons, so why did Nick and Michell decide to make it only one this time? (and also they could've taken the chance to change their minds and make it 12 so that Cleo can be on the team but that would probably be unfair and biased)

[@jackappleton2795]

So I have thoughts on Kenzie getting to join the nationals team without even auditioning. In season 2 they also did the challenge and from that they got the 12 dancers for the nationals team (they hadn't picked the alternates yet but point is they had 12 dancers). When they do the challenge in season 8 they only picked 10 dancers for the nationals team (someone can correct me if I'm wrong). Michelle helped Nick pick those 10 so how does she not mention they need 10 plus 2 alternates so 12 total. It was even her suggestion to do the challenge. Surly Cleo should have mad the cut. This just goes to show how Nick isn't a good Studio Head. Cleo doesn't make it when IMO she should have as they should have gotten the 10 plus 2 alternates from the challenge and Kenzie gets to be Dance Captain despite not auditioning with the others. How is that fair? Suppose they had gotten the 12 dancers from the challenge would Kenzie still have been made Dance Captain or would Nick have said sorry we have our 12 nothing I can do? Would Kenzi then have done Step Inside as the soloist? I have more thoughts but will save them for when Brittany gets to those episodes.

[@h3rondale_12]

what is the most important lesson you learnt from being on the next step? :)

[@The_musketeers1]

I just finished watching season 8 and there should def be a season 9 because so they can prove that people are wrong about the next step. Ps you should come back to the next step you were so good. ❤❤❤

[@millie6016]

Question say if u haven't been on the show and u got offered the Riley roll now would you take ?

[@augustgodden1155]

In season 2 of the next step im so curious to know what number 7 was on the list Riley gave James to win her back

[@amirahassan4718]

When are ganna react to the old seasons i wanna get the inside scoop 😂😂😂😂

[@Kie30001]

Who do you still keep in contact with out of the cast that you filmed with from seasons 1-4?

[@alicenield8419]

Victoria

[@Kie30001]

@@alicenield8419 Well I meant besides Brennan and Victoria haha

[@alexandriawest]

There have been several accidentally neurodivergent coded characters in the show, going all the way back to Eldon (who was very clearly autistic, to me at least - I identified with him a lot). We're everywhere!

[@gerhardfromspainnn5963]

The next step encouraged me to dance, i never started but do it a lot at home. Is it too late to stary now?

[@Nobody3543]

Its never too late 😊 I started dancing because of the next step last year you can start now ✨️

[@LA-wy7xj]

how old were you whilst filming each season?

[@havensquire2759]

Hi I love your videos so much! You were by far my favourite character in the next step and I do actually have a question and it is was it awkward having to kiss boys that you weren’t with is real life ? Xxx

[@charlotte-c14]

Does anybody know where you can watch season 8 on?

[@blond009]

Your idea for Richelle’s show would have been an amazing closing to the show. It would explain why james interrumped one of Riley’s talking head and why every new character has a home video about why they dance and who they are. Kind of like the ending of Liv and maddie. Also bcs I don’t understand richelle’s idea at all, how is a bunch of dances telling a competitive dance studio story? It’s not a musical.

[@itsmehalliem]

Anyone know where to watch this in Canada??

[@edwardhulse]

Oh god I’ve just realised!😧 What if the ‘show’ Richelle wants to make ends up being ‘The Next Step Baking Show’ then, depending on how the show goes, TNS might end up becoming even MORE of a laughing stock!😰

[@matildangelica]

yay i love the live reactions! 👌🏻

[@itzn0t5elena]

First 😂 also question: how can I get into acting when I am still in school?

[@legendaryinfinix]

Could you tell us the canon ages given to the characters in Season 1

[@juaanicl]

I'll tell you I never understood how the show was going to be until it actually happened

[@rylesriri6472]

This will be random but if the next step ever ends for like a decade I want a revival but like euphoria style because euphoria deals with proper teen struggles and the next step is more for kids but lots of the audience is teens lol idk

[@janaalbarazi3202]

i like the new format tbh and i think it's easier for you

[@iluvwaffles1]

Question: do you ship Riley and James?

[@amandaa.charlottee]

I would love to hear your thoughts on the Riley James and Alfie drama from season 4 and Alfie’s character on the show as a whole? (Personally if Alfie didn’t kiss Riley when he knew she had a bf and Riley wasn’t with James, I’d love Ralfie together I also think Alfie had the potential to be a better character if they didn’t make do some of the things he does, maybe his behavior comes from being a prince and always getting what he wants?)

[@margohansonhighkingsupreme7279]

where does nick keep his oven?

[@AR-yi4qn]

My question: will you do a Riley Reacts to more of the earlier seasons at some point? (not to say I don't enjoy these - I do!)

[@fancygirl]

didn't Eldon or James or West do that move that Flynn did for the additions with Rochelle

[@georgiamiles2274]

question: if tns asked you to come back for an episode would you cuz I wanna know what Riley’s up to ❤️

[@georgiamiles2274]

My inner child is screaming crying throwing up cuz Brittany Raymond just liked my comment!!!!!!!!😭😭😭😭

[@clairemorris7574]

Was it stressful filming The next step and acting in it .

[@phoebebooth8794]

JUST WAIT FOR THE LAST EP

[@eveybigbyyeah6578]

Will Riley be in season 9 .

[@Lyssacollen67436]

Heyy Britt love you so much. I asked this on the last video but, did you get made fun of from your friends and people at school because of the show.

[@jessieebury4368]

Hey Brit, what do you miss most about the next step. Btw I love you and tns sooo much 🤍x

[@yukthabade9602]

you look so pretty todayyyy

[@gloriakonan8308]

Don’t worry there Will be some kind of tension with clude

[@fancygirl]

I like the new format

[@blond009]

How does nick bake in an office?

[@ninamathew3163]

I just wanna say that Brittany never finished her Riley reacts for season 1