The Next Dimension: A Dragon Ball Z Podcast

The Podcast that from top to bottom covers the manga/anime series Dragon Ball Z!

The Next Dimesnion: Dragon Ball Super Hero Review, Dragon Ball Daima and the Future! 08/25/2024

The Next Dimesnion: Dragon Ball Super Hero Review, Dragon Ball Daima and the Future! Jesse and Don wrap up their catch-up discussion on Dragon Ball, with a review of Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero and a discussion of the impending Dragon Ball Daima series! Could this signal the end of Dragon Ball as a franchise..? To email the show, write in at [email protected]! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/32727052

The Next Dimension: Dragon Ball Franchise Catch-Up and Super Broly Review (Part 1) 08/23/2024

The Next Dimension: Dragon Ball Franchise Catch-Up and Super Broly Review (Part 1) The boys are back! Donovan and Jesse return to play catch-up on the events since the last time they discussed Dragon Ball Super...sort of. Neither have seen the remainder of the DBS anime, but they have seen the most recent theatrical films! Here's part one of the discussion, which focuses on most things they've missed, know nothing about and also a review of Dragon Ball Super: Broly! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/32720187

The Legacy of Akira Toriyama 03/14/2024

The Legacy of Akira Toriyama Donovan Grant and Jesse Garrett return to give thanks and farewells to the legendary mangaka Akira Toriyama, discussing his career, legacy and influence on entire generations. To write in, e-mail us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/30366868

SPECIAL! Jon watches Dragon Ball Z! 05/10/2020

SPECIAL! Jon watches Dragon Ball Z! Jon Wilson returns to discuss his thoughts on viewing all of DBZ! To send in emails, write into the new email address [email protected] /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/14359031

2019 Update 07/31/2019

2019 Update Donovan gives a brief update regarding the e-mail address and designs on the next episode. Thank you for listening! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/10724513

SPECIAL! Jon Watches Dragon Ball! 08/12/2018

SPECIAL! Jon Watches Dragon Ball! An old friend of Don's just finished a watch-thru of the original Dragon Ball anime, and the two men sat down to talk about it! Jon Wilson from the Make Ours Marvel podcast talks with Don about watching the series with his kids, the sexy humor of Toriyama, the gradual change in tone, and so much more, plus his early thoughts on DBZ! The show isn't dead! Thank you for downloading! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/6915970

DB Super Eps 42-46 10/01/2017

DB Super Eps 42-46 After apologizing once again for the even longer hiatus, the guys discuss the filler arc of DBS between episodes 42-46. Throughout they discuss Dragon Ball's resurgence of popularity, what separates Super from DBZ and how that negatively affects their enjoyment, the differences between Pan from Z, Super and Dragon Ball GT, multiple callbacks to the original Dragon Ball, and more! Pop out the jelly and get to downloading! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/5795428

THE FATE OF THE NEXT DIMENSION 09/19/2017

THE FATE OF THE NEXT DIMENSION Donovan explains the absence and future of TND... /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/5752408

The Next Dimension: A Dragon Ball SUPER Podcast Episode #3 05/01/2017

The Next Dimension: A Dragon Ball SUPER Podcast Episode #3 After the longest absence between episodes (not counting their year off), Don and Jesse return, explaining their situations and vowing to keep the audience informed on the progress of new episodes. THEN..! It's the second half of the Universe 6 Tournament! What is the secret of Hit? How is Cabba different than the other Saiyans? And what of the Super Dragon Balls? All this and more, so get to downloading! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/5314601

The Next Dimension: A Dragon Ball SUPER Podcast Episode 2 02/26/2017

The Next Dimension: A Dragon Ball SUPER Podcast Episode 2 Jesse and Don cover the first few bouts of the Universe 6 Tournament! What do they make of the alt. universe versions of Freeza and the Saiyans? Will there be upsets? How do these differ from tournaments from years past? Get to downloading to find out! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/5118521

TND: A Dragon Ball SUPER Podcast Episode 01-The Universe 6 Saga Begins 01/11/2017

TND: A Dragon Ball SUPER Podcast Episode 01-The Universe 6 Saga Begins Don and Jesse are back in the saddle as they return to reviewing Dragon Ball for the first time in a year! Beginning DBS with the Universe 6 Arc, the guys discuss new characters Champa and Valdos, the Super Dragon Balls, Bulma's older sister and her age, hijinks with Jaco and what's in store for the DB gang in this new tournament. How do they respond to Super in comparison to DBZ? How do they like the music? When did Bulma get surgical implants? Only one way to find out, so get to downloading! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/4982777

The Next Dimension: A Dragon Ball SUPER podcast episode 00-SHIN GODZILLA 12/13/2016

The Next Dimension: A Dragon Ball SUPER podcast episode 00-SHIN GODZILLA Dipping their toes into the DBS coverage, Jesse takes control of the podcast to discuss with Don his original childhood love, Godzilla! The guys reunite to review the latest Toho Godzilla film "Shin Godzilla", written and co-directed by Evangelion creator Hideaki Anno! What madness awaits Don as he has his first Godzilla viewing presented from the man who broke his mind two years ago? What mad knowledge does Jesse lay down concerning Godzilla's history? What wackyness envelops the Godzilla canon of films? Stay tuned at the end to find out exactly what DBS episodes the boys will be reviewing in the month of January, and to hear news of Funimation's confirmation in dubbing the new show! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/4909383

QUESTIONS: We Don't Have Answers - "Is There a Morality to Sexual Fantasies?" 08/19/2016

QUESTIONS: We Don't Have Answers - "Is There a Morality to Sexual Fantasies?" Donovan Morgan Grant has started a new podcast with the host of the Harrison Chute where the two men discuss issues of modern society and seek to reach an answer to the problems that afflict the entire human race! The first three episodes are all available to listen on the show's website , but as a preview here's one of the episodes shared on this feed. Harry and Don hit up the question of morality within sexual fantasies. Does such a thing exist? Should it? It goes without saying that this is a podcast intended for mature audiences, with this episode being especially exemplary of that. If you're over the age of 18, download, enjoy and please send the show your thoughts at [email protected]! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/4603934

QUESTIONS: We Don't Have Answers! Podcast trailer 08/18/2016

QUESTIONS: We Don't Have Answers! Podcast trailer Check out the trailer for Donovan's upcoming podcast, set to drop before the end of August! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/4601908

LAST OF THE FILLER EPISODES Part 2: Spider-Man, Fandom and the Future of TND 06/27/2016

LAST OF THE FILLER EPISODES Part 2: Spider-Man, Fandom and the Future of TND Jesse comes back with a vengeance in the second and final installment of the Next Dimension's off-season of episodes. Spider-Man is his drug of choice as he and Don recall what they love about Marvel's top hero whilst getting sidetracked about what they don't love in the past decade of comic books. The different movies, animated series, video games and Dan Slott are all thoroughly discussed, debated and deemed upon...for the first hour... THEN..! The second half of the episode is an energetic discussion on Dragon Ball Super, online behavior from sections of the fan community, and the final decision on whether or not The Next Dimension will return! It's a bumpy ride with a lot of personal obstacles to overcome. Is this truly the last episode from Donovan and Jesse ever? The answer could prove to be controversial! The only possible way is to download, so you know what to do! (*NOTE* This episode's language content has been left unedited in its entirety to achieve the maximum emotional effect) /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/4474409

LAST OF THE FILLER EPISODES PART 1: Finding Your Joy with Steven Universe 06/22/2016

LAST OF THE FILLER EPISODES PART 1: Finding Your Joy with Steven Universe In the first of a two-part finale in between the break of reviewing DB content, Donovan attempts to express his newfound love with Steven Universe, a show that encourages love and acceptance in a fresh and entertaining way. But how does this series compare to Dragon Ball? Throughout the ep Don discusses what makes a great kid's show, the creative intent of Rebecca Sugar and how the series' LGBT characters are depicted. It's the most indulgent and ill-prepared episode ever produced for this feed, so if you're feeling generous give it a listen and download! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/4462455

Views from the Longbox #228: Special "First Impressions" Batman v. Superman review! 04/05/2016

Views from the Longbox #228: Special "First Impressions" Batman v. Superman review! A tie-in to (starring Michael Bailey) and a preview for the next The Comic Book Film Revue, this episode of Views sees the reuniting of the Next Dimension team (now with more April) as they discuss the film they saw an hour earlier, Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice, with host Michael, his wife Rachel, and Don's former ASM Classics partner Jon M. Wilson! After just seeing the movie, the six wine and dine at the nearest Chili's to discuss, disagree and deconstruct the pros and cons of the latest DCEU movie! Which of the six was outnumbered in their opinion, and will it split the Next Dimension duo in HALF?! Part one of the two-part Comic Book Film Revue Batman v. Superman Revue is demanding to be downloaded...NOW!!! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/4273314

Super Condensed Mobile Suit Gundam Wing Review 02/26/2016

Super Condensed Mobile Suit Gundam Wing Review Back in the early 2000s, Dragon Ball Z helped pave the way for a resurgence in anime popularity among what would eventually be known as the Millennial generation. In addition to many other series and franchises, Gundam Wing was another heavyweight in Toonami's corner, introducing the Gundam franchise to a new audience and quickly becoming a huge ratings success for Cartoon Network. But that was a long time ago... /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/4178056

Batgirl to Oracle's "Minority Report" 02/09/2016

Batgirl to Oracle's "Minority Report" Promo for an upcoming special from BTO on comic book diversity! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/4137131

FINAL EPISODE 50: Resurrection F and the END of the Next Dimension! 12/20/2015

FINAL EPISODE 50: Resurrection F and the END of the Next Dimension! It was the best of times...it was the worst of times... /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/4028992

End of Next Dimension Trailer #3 12/04/2015

End of Next Dimension Trailer #3 E-Mails can be sent to Also, join the Facebook Page and Official FB Group Page! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/3995715

Episode 49: Watching Anime with Stella! 11/27/2015

Episode 49: Watching Anime with Stella! For the penultimate episode of the Next Dimension podcast, the boys welcome back Stella for her third appearance to talk about other anime series that she and Donovan enjoy, recommending them to both Jesse and YOU, the listeners! For over three hours the trio discuss their personal preferences when it comes to getting into new things, the risks involved when seeking shipper AMVs on YouTube, the merits of the 2002 Count of Monte Cristo film, and plenty of Sub vs. Dub talk! Various sub-genre shows make the list of ten, from school drama, to comedy, sports, romance, sci-fi, shonen and postmodernism! Will Donovan finally get over the mark left by Neon Genesis Evangelion? Will Stella broaden her palate outside the box of shows with shipping? Does Jesse turn into a robot? All this and more will be answered in the next-to-last episode, so get to downloading! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/3980629

End of Next Dimension Trailer#2 11/20/2015

End of Next Dimension Trailer#2 The Countdown continues..! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/3964814

Episode 48: Playing with Power! Some DBZ Video Games 11/13/2015

Episode 48: Playing with Power! Some DBZ Video Games This month the guys talk DBZ games! From the recently released Xenoverse to the Japanese PSX games of yesteryear, Jesse and Don talk about hit accuracy, graphics, mode variety, faithfulness to the source material and more! Among the topics of discussion include the remnants of continuity after Dragon Ball Super, English dubbing news and more! Press pause on your save file of Dragon Ball Z Sagas and get to downloading! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/3949614

End of Next Dimension Trailer #1 11/06/2015

End of Next Dimension Trailer #1 The end is nigh... /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/3926461

Episode 47: There and Back Again, the Plan to Destroy the Saiyans 10/17/2015

Episode 47: There and Back Again, the Plan to Destroy the Saiyans This time out the boys tackle one of the most peculiar and interesting stories in the history of the DBZ franchise! Both the 1993 "The Plan to Eradicate the Saiyans" two-part OVA and the 2010 "The Plan to Eradicate the Super Saiyans" 30 minute special are reviewed, compared and contrasted. What is the history behind this once obscure (to anyone outside of Japan) addendum to a Japanese RPG? How does the updated version improve on the original? Is it worth checking out? The countdown to the end has begun, so get to downloading! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/3869813

Episode 46: The Music of DBZ 10/04/2015

Episode 46: The Music of DBZ Salty as ever over the gang war that is the Sub vs. Dub crowd of DBZ fandom, Don tries to quell the violence by discussing the various themes and lyric songs from both Shunsuke Kikuchi's original Japanese score and Bruce Falconer's themes for Funimation! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/3840217

Episode 45: The Anoyo-Ichi Budokai 09/16/2015

Episode 45: The Anoyo-Ichi Budokai This month Jesse and Don tackle a wide and varied range of discussion topics, ranging from re-writing the Maron character to merging DBZ with the cast of the Fast and the Furious! What makes Broly NOT the Legendary Super Saiyan? What new obsession of Don's regularly references Dragon Ball? Is Pikuhan/Pikkon simply a discount-Piccolo, or is there more to him? All this and more plus a few surprises in store for the future! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/3804108

Episode 44: Adding Garlic to the Mix 08/26/2015

Episode 44: Adding Garlic to the Mix The Garlic Jr. Saga is one of the more divisive segments of DBZ. As the first of two major filler arcs, is it worth catching or easy to skip? Don and Jesse attempt to decipher that conundrum as they go over inconsistent power levels, nutty dialogue, and the worst henchmen in the series! That's not even getting into the 120lb elephant in the room named Maron! Before that however Donovan briefly talks Resurrection F (no major spoilers) and the release of Dragon Ball Super in Japan. Will the way in which TOEI Animation directs the Dragon Ball series affect how the guys will cover the new show? Download to find out! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/3760905

GIANT-SIZED EPISODE 43 DBZ REVIEW!!! 07/02/2015

GIANT-SIZED EPISODE 43 DBZ REVIEW!!! Having covered everything important up through the end of the series, Donovan and Jesse take a mega-sized gander at the entire Dragon Ball Z series! In this mammoth five hour podcast, the guys start off light with talk of the new DB Super trailer (at 4:05), talk Dragon Ball Xenoverse (at 13:00) and hit up the e-mails (33:08) which include Saskia Van Emden's list of favorite and least favorite DBZ memories! After that they spend an hour navel-gazing at their journey to reach the end and recall the origins of the podcast, noting behind-the-scenes secrets from key episodes! The rest of the podcast is filled with discussions and rankings from the traditional fan favorites such as fights, villains and movies, to more personal choices like cliff-hangers and designs. Which lists contain controversial choices and go against the grain, and which make or break the series for the hosts? Will they agree or disagree? Stay tuned at the end of the episode to hear dozens of bloopers saved from episodes throughout the years! If you don't have three and a half years to listen to the backlog of the show's episodes, take nearly a third of your day to sit down and fly through memory lane with The Next Dimension! /episode/index/show/dbznextdimension/id/3652461

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