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Next Panel: The Podcast

Next Panel: The Podcast

By Next Panel

Welcome to the first episode of what critics will one day call "a podcast". We will be discussing video games, anime, and general pop culture. Join us as we give hot takes on a great industry.
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Next Panel: The PodcastMay 10, 2021

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New Buys and Old Vibes

New Buys and Old Vibes

The title almost rhymed, anyway on this episode we discuss the recent acquisitions by Sony, Microsoft and, most importantly, The New York Times. We also give our first impressions of the much anticipated Pokemon Legends: Arceus, and discuss the official announcement of GTA 6 enter development!

What do you guys think of the recent acquisitions by Sony and Microsoft? Have you given Pokemon legends a try? Let us know @ anchor.fm/nextpanel and twitter.com/NextPanelPod!

Be sure to follow and share, and check out our Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeZKHq7rjRbAMknCPzjhZXw and Twitch @ https://www.twitch.tv/nextpanel more content and updates!

Feb 07, 202201:02:53
New Year, New Season!!

New Year, New Season!!

We're back and almost exactly the same as ever! On this episode of the Next Panel podcast we discuss ours plans for the second season of the the pod, the new and continuing anime this season and catch up with each other. Will this season be better than Season 1, or something more like the second season of Tokyo Ghoul?

Be sure to follow and share, and check out our Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeZKHq7rjRbAMknCPzjhZXw and Twitch @ https://www.twitch.tv/nextpanel more content and updates!

Shout out to Vuirtle!! 

#F*ckScar

Jan 17, 202201:01:46
The Season Finale

The Season Finale

Thanks to all of you guys for listening as we tried this out. We will be back soon with more stories and content in 2022! As always F*ck Scar!

Be sure to follow and share, and check out our Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeZKHq7rjRbAMknCPzjhZXw and Twitch @ https://www.twitch.tv/nextpanel more content and updates!

Dec 20, 202148:27
Game Awards Preview

Game Awards Preview

On this episode of the Next Panel podcast we give our thoughts and picks on this year's Game Awards nominees. Who should win Game of the Year? Best Indie game? Has Dre even played any of these games? 

Tell us your picks @ anchor.fm/nextpanel and twitter.com/NextPanelPod!

Be sure to follow and share, and check out our Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeZKHq7rjRbAMknCPzjhZXw and Twitch @ https://www.twitch.tv/nextpanel more content and updates!

Dec 07, 202101:10:59
The Pokemon Episode!!!!!!!!

The Pokemon Episode!!!!!!!!

25 Years!!! On this episode of the Next Panel podcast we discuss Pokemon. What are our top 5 Pokemon? Least favorite starters? Which type could we do without? Find out on this very special episode of the Next Panel podcast.


Tell us what your favorite fossil Pokemon is @ anchor.fm/nextpanel and twitter.com/NextPanelPod!

Be sure to follow and share, and check out our Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeZKHq7rjRbAMknCPzjhZXw and Twitch @ https://www.twitch.tv/nextpanel more content and updates!

Nov 24, 202101:05:11
The Filler Episode

The Filler Episode

On this episode of the Next Panel podcast we discuss what makes anime great......but first filler!! We'll be back to the main story next week.

Tell us how you feel about filler episodes @ anchor.fm/nextpanel and twitter.com/NextPanelPod!

Be sure to follow and share, and check out our Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeZKHq7rjRbAMknCPzjhZXw and Twitch @ https://www.twitch.tv/nextpanel more content and updates!

Nov 08, 202149:19
DC Fandome 2021

DC Fandome 2021

On this episode of the Next Panel podcast we give our reactions to DC Fandome 2021. We got new trailers for The Batman, Peacemaker, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, Gotham Knights, and more. What did we think? Find out on this episode of the Next Panel podcast!

Tell us how you felt about the news and trailers @ anchor.fm/nextpanel and twitter.com/NextPanelPod!

Be sure to follow and share, and check out our Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeZKHq7rjRbAMknCPzjhZXw and Twitch @ https://www.twitch.tv/nextpanel more content and updates!


Oct 18, 202101:01:42
You're a Disappointment

You're a Disappointment

On this episode of the Next Panel Podcast we discuss the anime/games that we were the most hyped for that disappointed us the most. Season 2 of Tokyo Ghoul? Check! 89% of Boruto? Check! 

Be sure to follow and share, and check out our Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeZKHq7rjRbAMknCPzjhZXw and Twitch @ https://www.twitch.tv/nextpanel more content and updates!

Leave us feedback @ anchor.fm/nextpanel and twitter.com/NextPanelPod!

Oct 14, 202146:43
Next Panel Presents: The Game Show

Next Panel Presents: The Game Show

On this very special episode of the Next Panel podcast its Allelez v $L v Dre v Zero. Our hosts play Jeopardize! It's basically that other show but not really? Either way, who will win? Who will lose? More importantly who will jeopardize their non-existent pay?!?!?!?!?

Tell us how well you would have done @ anchor.fm/nextpanel and twitter.com/NextPanelPod!

Oct 04, 202101:29:25
Prep Peeves

Prep Peeves

On this $L-less episode of the Next Panel Podcast we discuss our pre-gaming rituals, as well as our biggest pet peeves in multiplayer lobbies. What's the most annoying personality type to play with? 

Tell us your stories @ anchor.fm/nextpanel and twitter.com/NextPanelPod!

Sep 27, 202101:01:34
$L: Origin

$L: Origin

On this special of the Next Panel pod we go into the dark and action packed backstory of LITERALLY our latest host $L. How did he get introduced to anime? What was is very first game? Find out on this episode of the Next Panel podcast. #FuckScar

Sep 20, 202101:12:15
State of Sadness

State of Sadness

We miss you Zero!!! Today we discuss DBZ what if and some of the saddest moments in anime andwe rate Sony's State of Play. As always F*ck Scar and F*ck GTA 5!

Sep 13, 202101:13:49
GamesCom Review

GamesCom Review

On this episode we recap the news, and hype from Gamescom. Tune in for info on the new trailers, release dates, and more. Lion King Remaster?!?!?! #FuckScar

Aug 30, 202101:01:28
Sexy Time

Sexy Time

On this week's episode we discuss some sexy topics. What's your favorite canon ship? Non-canon ship? Is fan service going too far? Plus an interesting bonus question. Listen in as Zero, Dre, $.L. and Allelez give their opinions on this topics and more on the NextPanel: The Podcast! 

Aug 25, 202101:00:41
Grand-Games and the Persistent Pokemon Problem

Grand-Games and the Persistent Pokemon Problem

On today's episode of Next Panel: The Podcast we discuss some of the old gaming franchises ever....which obviously means we talk about Pokemon for half the episode. Also the result of our first giveaway is in, keep tuning in for info on our future giveaways!

#FuckScar

Aug 09, 202101:05:07
Next Panel Presents: The 25th Episode Special

Next Panel Presents: The 25th Episode Special

It's our 25th episode!!!! Special thanks to all our viewers, we appreciate all of you. On this episode we list and discuss our top 25 anime characters. Can SL name those characters? Find out on this special episode!   #fuckscar

Aug 02, 202101:15:44
Views from the Pod

Views from the Pod

On today's episode we discuss our opinions on the new Pokemon game, Pokemon UNITE. We also give our takes on what "beating" a game entails, and thoughts on game reviews. Do reviews influence your game buying decisions? Does a reviewer need to beat a game before writing their review? What difficulty should they play the game on? All this and more on Episode 24 of Next Panel: The Podcast. #fuckscar

Jul 26, 202101:04:02
Sidepiece w/ a Vegeta

Sidepiece w/ a Vegeta

On this episode of NextPanel: The Podcast we discuss the best side characters......sike, we argue about Vegeta and his importance in Dragon Ball Super. I guess that counts as staying on topic? Regardless, tune in and we'll continue the side character conversation in a Part 2 or 3.

Jul 19, 202159:34
Worst of the Best? #fuckscar

Worst of the Best? #fuckscar

No revives needed, or are they? On this episode of NextPanel: The Podcast we discuss the worst villains we've faced and the most satisfying to defeat. Will we stay on topic? Is Sl gonna pay attention? Find out all that and more on this episode. 

P.S. #fuckscar

Jul 12, 202101:05:16
The Best of the Worst

The Best of the Worst

Anime Villains!!!! Our favorites along with our least favorite. Who's the most successful? Spoiler: Kaguya is terrible...

Jun 28, 202101:01:30
E3 part 2: The DLC

E3 part 2: The DLC

The best and worst of E3! The best and worst of our attention spans! On this episode we do our E3 wrap ups, try to stay on topic, and give a teaser towards our next gaming ep, The DLC Dilemma.

Jun 21, 202101:00:51
E3 part 1

E3 part 1

So E3 is upon us!! Today we recap the Ubisoft, Gearbox, Upload VR, Microsoft, and Square Enix showcases. How'd it go? We'll let you know on this episode of Next Panel Presents: The Podcast. Part 2 next week!

Jun 14, 202101:18:52
Mid Season Review

Mid Season Review

This week we discuss the currently airing anime and see what's worth watching. Will we ever stay on topic? Find out on this episode. Spoilers: Nah. 

Jun 07, 202101:02:13
Untitled Gaming show

Untitled Gaming show

The episode of firsts. and what ever happened to the strategy guide book? 

May 24, 202158:07
DC vs Marvel

DC vs Marvel

Which is better we settle this once and for all.

May 17, 202101:01:05
Nintendo 4 Life

Nintendo 4 Life

Its our very first guest and we are talking Nintendo, everyones favorite gaming company
May 10, 202101:01:48
She's Important Too

She's Important Too

What's the best anime to introduce new viewers? The worst anime to show a friend? And why are female characters not written better?
May 03, 202158:07
Gaming's Big 3

Gaming's Big 3

Lets talk Nintendo, Sony, and Xbox.
Apr 26, 202101:00:35
Breaking all the Rules

Breaking all the Rules

Spring has come and with it comes new seasons of anime new and old. Then for our main story do you remember all the times an anime just threw the rule book out? I promise we will stay on topic one of these days.
Apr 19, 202101:40:46
Freestyle Gaming

Freestyle Gaming

We missed a week what did we miss? The best controllers? E3's coming back?
Apr 12, 202101:10:31
Coming to You Live

Coming to You Live

We're talking live action anime adaptations. Are any good?
Mar 29, 202101:27:40
Delayed... Again

Delayed... Again

We discuss how delays have affected games in the recent years
Mar 22, 202101:47:18
The Cartoon Special

The Cartoon Special

In this very special episode of the podcast we take a look at adult cartoons....not that kind.
Mar 15, 202101:11:25
Next Gen?

Next Gen?

What does the future of gaming look like?
Mar 08, 202101:07:18
Does Size Matter?

Does Size Matter?

We ask does the length of a anime season relate to how good or bad it actually is?
Mar 01, 202101:21:15
Saving the Game

Saving the Game

What makes a great superhero game?
Feb 22, 202101:33:57
A Whole New World

A Whole New World

This week we discuss the Anime worlds we would like to be reborn in and the roles we would play.
Feb 07, 202101:28:32
End of a Franchise

End of a Franchise

What games need a sequel? What series needs too be ended? Will our hosts make it to episode 4?
Jan 31, 202101:12:57
Crossing Genres

Crossing Genres

What comic would be a great anime? Do certain games belong on certain consoles? Find out the answer to these questions and more!
Jan 25, 202101:02:51
Pilot Episode

Pilot Episode

The first episode in a series that discusses the major and pressing questions facing the anime and game community.
Jan 11, 202101:59:02