The climb continues! In this next installment of The GeekCast Radio Network’s Top 100 Animated Series 15th Anniversary Edition, host Steve Megatron is joined by TFG1Mike, OptimusSolo, and DJ Valentine to reveal numbers 75 through 51. After a premiere filled with shocking upsets and nostalgic heavy-hitters, the tension is rising as even our hosts don't know who made the cut—except for the man with the master list, OptimusSolo.

We break down the data from the first quarter of the countdown, noting a strong early lead for Sci-Fi/Fantasy and Superheroes, while checking the scoreboard for production giants like Marvel, Hanna-Barbera, and Disney. Will the 1990s finally start to dominate, or will the "Pre-1980s" classics hold their ground? Plus, DJ Valentine gives his unfiltered reactions to the rankings so far. From franchise mainstays like Star Wars and Transformers to the shows that were "one and done," we are diving deep into the heart of animation history.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• The reveal of shows 75-51 and how they compare to the original 2011 rankings.
• A statistical breakdown of which networks and production companies are currently winning the list.
• Critical discussion on why certain reboots and spin-offs are outperforming their predecessors.
• The first look at the "Ties" and "Total Upsets" that are shaking up the 2026 leaderboard.

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The wait is over! In the official premiere of The GeekCast Radio Network’s Top 100 Animated Series 15th Anniversary Edition, host Steve Megatron kicks off the countdown alongside TFG1Mike and the master of the list himself, OptimusSolo. With over 40 contributors and a decade and a half of history behind us, this is the most diverse and unpredictable ranking we have ever produced.

As we dive into shows 100 through 76, the landscape is already shifting. Some nostalgic classics that once dominated the list have been dethroned, while new contenders and fresh perspectives have pushed their way into the Top 100 for the first time. From early morning favorites to prime-time animation powerhouses, we are breaking down the "nerd data," the upsets, and the shows that barely survived the cut. If you think you’ve predicted the #1 spot, think again—the 2026 edition is full of surprises!

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• The official reveal of numbers 100-76 on the 2026 all-time list.
• Analysis of the shifting demographics: How 40+ contributors changed the ranking from 2011.
• A first look at the "Nostalgia vs. Quality" debate as older shows fight to stay relevant.
• Steve, Mike, and Kevin’s live reactions to the first 25 shows are revealed.

15 years. 8 countdowns. Thousands of memories. The GeekCast Radio Network is going back to where it all began, but this time, the rules have changed! Join TFG1Mike, Steve Megatron, and OptimusSolo as they pull back the curtain on the most ambitious project in GCRN history: The Top 100 Animated Series 15th Anniversary 2026 Edition.

This isn't just a rerun; it's a total reimagining. We’re breaking down the "History Lesson" of this list, from narrowing down a massive field to 264 elite nominees to expanding our contributor pool to 44 experts, including a special Celebrity Wing. OptimusSolo drops the nerd data on how many shows received #1 votes, which classics from the original list didn't make the cut, and how the five distinct time periods (Pre-80s through the 2020s) shifted the landscape. Plus, Steve gives us the tour of the brand-new and updated website features.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• The full methodology behind the 15th Anniversary ranking system.
• A sneak peek at the "Just Missed" list—the shows that almost broke the Top 100.
• Data insights on genre, production companies, and franchise representation.
• The official kickoff to the nomination series spanning every era of animation.

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In Episode 360 of GeekCast Radio TFG1Mike and Steve Megatron are HERE!!! This podcast duo are going back in time three hundred sixty degrees and looking back on several GeekCast Radio episodes from the past!! So listen in to some of the early days memories of GCR! All this and so much more only on GeekCast Radio!

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In Episode 359 of GeekCast Radio TFG1Mike, Steve Megatron and OptimusSolo are HERE!!! This podcast trio are REVEALING THE FAN VOTES for the 2026 edition of The GCRN Top 100 Animated Series! Something that has been 15 Years in the making!! All this and so much more only on GeekCast Radio!

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In Episode 358 of GCR TFG1Mike and Steve Megatron present The GCRN 2025 Year In Review. We are heavy with just how heavy a year 2025 was. We keep this Year In Review of 2025 to JUST THE GCRN stuff! No film or tv recaps, no celebrity death talk… Just REAL LIFE, and podcasting for The GCRN! We thank the two interview guests we had this year in Steve Megatron and Thom Zahler, and we talk about the 2026 Edition of The GeekCast Radio Network’s Top 100 Animated Series Countdown, that will be coming later this year… Plus a few other podcasting things! Remember folks, no matter how good or bad the years are, we here at The GeekCast Radio Network ALWAYS WANT TO UNLEASH THE GEEK IN YOU!!

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Get ready, Toonsters! TFG1Mike, Steve Megatron, and OptimusSolo are back for THE FINAL COUNTDOWN, unveiling GeekCast Radio Network's official nominees for the 2026 edition of the Top 100 Animated Series Countdown!

We're diving into the best of the best from the 2010s through the 2020s (so far). Hear the full list of 50 potential nominees, including shows like Adventure Time, Dragon Ball Super, Gravity Falls, Rick and Morty, and Young Justice. Find out which of your favorites made the cut and what’s in store for the main event! This is the appetizer before the ultimate ranking—don't miss the discussion on the greatest cartoons of the last decade and beyond!

Check out the episode post on the website (if on your favorite podcatcher), or the form below (on the website) to make your list of Top 15 to add to the entirety of the Top 100 Countdown Nominees! The Top 15 shows nominated by YOU will be added to the nominees ballot.

In Episode 356 of GCR TFG1Mike welcomes back to GeekCast Radio The Comic Concierge himself Dan Clark! You’ll have heard Dan on our hit making movie podcast CINEMA GEEKS, as well as a few other things around here at The GCRN! In this episode Mike and Dan are catching up on Baltimore Comic Con 2025!!! This is our continuing series Convention Attention! So as we continue on the journey that is 2025, we here at The GCRN Always Want To UNLEASH THE GEEK IN YOU!!

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In Episode 355 of GeekCast Radio join TFG1Mike, Steve Megatron, and OptimusSolo as they dive headfirst into the next chapter of ToonCast’s Top 100 Animated Series countdown — this time, spotlighting the unforgettable shows that defined the new millennium.

From the elemental mastery of Avatar: The Last Airbender to the chaotic brilliance of Robot Chicken, the team breaks down nominees across ten alphabetical sections, each brimming with iconic clips, fan-favorite moments, and behind-the-scenes commentary. Whether you're into superhero squads (Justice League, Teen Titans, Static Shock), anime legends (Naruto, Death Note, Inuyasha), or quirky comedies (Aqua Teen Hunger Force, The Venture Bros, American Dad), this episode has something for every toon lover. Tune in to hear their selections and prepare for the upcoming discussion on the 2010s nominees.

In Episode 354 of GCR TFG1Mike brings in Brad Filicky! Brad has been on GCRN before with a comic reading origins episode over on The Pull Bag... However today, tonight, whenever you are listening to this... Brad and Mike are catching up on NYCC 2025!!! This is our continuing series Convention Attention! So as we continue on the journey that is 2025, we here at The GCRN Always Want To UNLEASH THE GEEK IN YOU!!

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