Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: January 27, 2026
GeekCast Radio Network Celebrates 15 Years of Top 100 Animated Series with Interactive Anniversary Countdown
January 27, 2026 – The GeekCast Radio Network (GCRN) is proud to announce the return of its most iconic event: the Top 100 Animated Series Countdown, celebrating 15 years since the original 2011 countdown.
Launching April 1, 2026, this six-episode series will reveal the definitive list of the greatest animated series, blending nostalgia with modern fan participation.
“Our original countdown was one of the most talked-about projects in GCRN history,” said Steve “Megatron” Phillips, co-founder of GCRN. “This year, we’re combining that legacy with new interactive elements to create the most engaging countdown we’ve ever done.”
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Interactive Features
- Fan Voting: Fans vote online, choosing at least 25 shows from a pool of 250.
- Voice Submissions: Listeners can record clips directly from their phone or browser — no app required. Voice submissions will go into the program each episode through the wrap-up.
- Fan Top 25 Reveal: Results will be revealed in the June 1 Wrap-Up Special.
Episode Release Schedule
| Date | Episode | Focus |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Episode 0 – Primer & Just Missed | Rules, voting launch, near-miss reveals. |
| Apr 15, 2026 | Episode 1 – #100–76 | Countdown begins. |
| Apr 29, 2026 | Episode 2 – #75–51 | Mid-tier reveals. |
| May 13, 2026 | Episode 3 – #50–26 | Iconic favorites emerge. |
| May 27, 2026 | Episode 4 – #25–1 | Finale episode. |
| June 10, 2026 | Episode 5 – Wrap-Up Special | Fan results and celebration. |
Sponsorship Opportunities
The countdown is GCRN’s most listened-to and visited project. Sponsors can gain exposure through:
- Baked-in ads (permanent mentions in episodes)
- Dynamic ads (time-sensitive, easily updated)
- Website placements on the voting hub and results pages as well as permanent sponsorship on the Top 100 Countdown’s 2026 Homepage
Sponsorship tiers start at just $150, with opportunities for local businesses, regional companies, and national brands.
For details, visit: GeekCastRadio.com/Top100-Sponsor
About GCRN:
Founded in 2009, the GeekCast Radio Network has produced over 4,000 episodes across 40+ shows.
Past Top 100 events include Animated Series (2011), Animated Films (2013), TV Shows (2015), Animated Characters (2016), Villains (2017), Wrestlers (2019), Transformers (2021), and Toys (2023).
For more information, visit GeekCastRadio.com.
Contact:
Steve Phillips
GeekCast Radio Network
feedback@geekcastradio.com
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