The Navs Effect

This TNE double feature is a bit more special than previous ones.

Up first is a video game review of Marvel Tokon that released early this August. Last time we discussed Marvel Tokon we hyped it us as one of the best games remaining in 2026. Does it live up to the hype? How is the combat? How good is the roster? Bim and Navs discuss.

Second up, is the latest from acclaimed director Ridley Scott, The Dog Stars a sci-fi action film starring Jacob Elordi and Margaret Qualley. This time Navs is joined by debuting Chin Cabas and the two of them breakdown the film, the acting performances and whether to stream or screen?

Thank you to SM Cinemas and CREO to the invite to the film. Thank you as well to Sony for sending a review code for Marvel Tokon.

New UST Growling Tigers guard Landyn Jumawan joins Navs for an in-depth conversation about his basketball journey from Hawaii to Texas, Lee College, NCAA Division I program Northwestern State and, finally, España.

Landyn discusses leaving home during the pandemic, earning his Division I opportunity, navigating the highs and lows of being a shooter and choosing UST for his final collegiate season. He also shares his early experiences with the Growling Tigers, his breakout performance against Japan’s Fighting Eagles Nagoya and what UST supporters can expect from him in UAAP Season 89.

Get to know one of the newest members of the UST Growling Tigers on The Navs Effect Podcast.

The UAAP Season 89 preseason is heating up! We break down the DLSU Green Archers’ undefeated tournament run in Japan, the UP Fighting Maroons’ tune-up games against Korean Basketball League teams, and the UST Growling Tigers’ impressive NSAC World Invitational campaign led by tournament MVP Collins Akowe.We also discuss the Ateneo Blue Eagles’ comeback victory in the Pinoyliga Big Dance and check in on the latest developments surrounding the NU Bulldogs, FEU Tamaraws, Adamson Soaring Falcons and UE Red Warriors.Plus, Navs shares stories from NBA superstar Anthony Edwards’ return to Manila—including the energy surrounding his “Magpakitang Gilas” weekend.Which team should be considered the early favorite to win UAAP Season 89?

Warning: This episode contains full spoilers for House of the Dragon Season 3.

Navs is joined by Rey Dela Cruz of ReyviewPH to break down the House of the Dragon Season 3 finale and assess the season as a whole. They discuss Rhaenyra’s transformation, Aegon and Sunfyre’s comeback, Helaena’s fate, the Battle of Tumbleton, the season’s best performances and the biggest differences between the HBO series and George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood.
They also debut The Navs Effect’s House of the Dragon Season 3 Power Poll, ranking the characters who gained—or lost—the most power this season. Plus, Rey delivers his review of David Robert Mitchell’s new dinosaur thriller, The End of Oak Street, starring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor

Following two months of debate, investigations, and public outcry, the UAAP finally announced their decision: Ateneo WILL play in UAAP Season 89. Veteran sportscaster Bill Velasco and Gab Lim of the Boleros Podcast come on the show to discuss.

With 2026 starting to wind down. Navs and Bim Barbieto, one of the original TNE guests, discuss what games they are still anticipating. This episode includes a conversation on balancing parenting & gaming plus whether the Ninentendo Switch 2 is worth the purchase.

New UP Fighting Maroon recruit Irish Coquia comes on the podcast to introduce himself to the PH Hoop Scene. Irish and Navs discuss his journey in Canada and the US, why he chose UP, and potentially playing for the national team.

The 2027 PBA Draft class looks like it will be one of the most loaded ever, if not the best. Simoun Redoblado, our mock draft analyst on ALL-STAR Magazine, joins us along with Mario from the 6th Man Pod to do a mock draft on The Navs Effect Pod.

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Spider Man: Brand New Day arrived in Philippine cinemas on July 29. Fresh off watching the film on opening day, Navs and Karina give their thoughts on the movie, how it shot the fight scenes, the impact of filming in physical locations, and how it further explores the story of Peter Parker and Spider-Man.

LeBron James has finally made his decision. Navs is joined by his college pals Miguel and Linjohn as they react to the big news that shook the NBA which dropped suddenly their inuman session.