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Top 100 Animated Series Countdown – 15th Anniversary Edition

Celebrating 15 Years of Animation History with GCRN™

Be part of the biggest animation countdown ever!
Vote for your favorites, submit voice clips, and tune in as we reveal the definitive Top 100.

About the Event

For 15 years, the GeekCast Radio Network has delivered some of the most talked-about geek culture countdowns.
This year, we revisit our most iconic project — the Top 100 Animated Series Countdown, first launched in 2011.

In 2026, the countdown is more interactive than ever, featuring:

  • Fan voting for their Top 25 shows out of 265.

  • Listener-submitted voice clips to be featured in episodes.

  • Expert contributor lists to help shape the final ranking.


Voting Section

Opens: April 15, 2026

Instructions:

  1. Visit the Voting Hub and log your selections.

  2. Minimum of 25 shows required to submit your ballot.

  3. Submit your votes directly in your browser — no apps required.

[Vote Now Button → Voting Hub]


Voice Submissions Section

Fans can record audio directly from their phone or computer browser — no apps or phone calls required.

Ideas for submissions:

  • Share a memory about your favorite animated series.

  • React to the latest rankings.

  • Defend your favorite show.

Selected clips will be featured in podcast episodes and the wrap-up special!

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Episode Release Schedule

DateEpisodeFocus
Apr 24, 2026Episode 0 – Primer & Just MissedRules, voting launch, near-miss reveals.
May 6, 2026Episode 1 – #100–76Countdown officially begins.
May 13, 2026Episode 2 – #75–51Mid-tier reveals.
May 20, 2026Episode 3 – #50–26Iconic favorites appear.
May 27, 2026Episode 4 – #25–1Finale episode.
June 10, 2026Episode 5 – Wrap-Up SpecialFan results and celebration.

Sponsor Showcase Section

Header: Proudly Sponsored By

Placeholder grid for sponsor logos.

  • Platinum and Gold sponsors at the top.

  • Silver sponsors below.

  • Bronze sponsors at the bottom.


Episode Drops Section

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As each episode goes live, embed the podcast player or direct links here.

EpisodeRelease DateListen Now
Episode 0 – Primer & Just MissedApr 1, 2026[Embed Player or Link]
Episode 1 – #100–76Apr 15, 2026[Embed Player or Link]
Episode 2 – #75–51Apr 29, 2026[Embed Player or Link]
Episode 3 – #50–26May 13, 2026[Embed Player or Link]
Episode 4 – #25–1May 27, 2026[Embed Player or Link]
Episode 5 – Wrap-Up SpecialJune 10, 2026[Embed Player or Link]

Footer Section

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GCRN 2020 SHORT2

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