{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/64eb70fc0750dd001167282d/6acd2b2b3dc1c1be4a9d4a78?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Discuss 1st Dragon Ball Super Episode, Wokeness In Gear Of Wars E-Day? And Shane Gillis vs. Women’s Gymwear","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/64eb70fc0750dd001167282d/1792000960069-5b23bdc9-b361-429d-a894-6085ebcae8aa.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>This week on <em>The Next Take Podcast</em>, Canada’s own Mikel discusses the first episode of <em>Dragon Ball Super</em> and explores the question of “wokeness” in <em>Gears of War: E-Day</em>. Plus, Ramona joins the conversation to discuss Shane Gillis’s comments on women’s gymwear.</p><p><br></p><p>Mikel revisits the very first episode of <em>Dragon Ball Super</em>, exploring the introduction of Beerus, the God of Destruction, and the beginning of a new chapter in the Dragon Ball universe. From Beerus&#39;s mysterious awakening to the search for the Super Saiyan God, Mikel discusses how this legendary character helped shape the future of the franchise.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Gears of War: E-Day</em> has sparked controversy among gamers, with some accusing the latest installment of pushing a &quot;woke&quot; agenda through its diverse characters, LGBTQ+ representation, and portrayal of female leadership. While critics argue that these changes distract from the franchise&#39;s gritty storytelling and iconic characters, others believe the backlash is exaggerated and that diversity has always been part of the <em>Gears of War</em> universe. (via Source: <a href=\"https://www.gamingbible.com/news/platform/xbox/gears-of-war-creator-dom-nearly-female-e-day-backlash-536177-20261012\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Gaming Bible </a> )</p><p><br></p><p>Comedian Shane Gillis has sparked controversy following his <em>Saturday Night Live</em> monologue on October 10, 2026, where he made provocative jokes about women&#39;s gym attire. His remarks quickly ignited backlash across social media, with critics accusing him of sexism while others defended his comments as edgy comedy. (Via Source: <a href=\"https://www.nbclosangeles.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/shane-gillis-backlash-snl-monologue-joke-womens-gym-attire/3954623/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">NBC News</a> )</p><p><br></p><p>Streaming Links</p><p><br></p><p>Spotify:<a href=\"https://shorturl.at/4EAYz\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://shorturl.at/4EAYz</a></p><p>Apple: <a href=\"https://shorturl.at/fyMNZ\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://shorturl.at/fyMNZ</a></p><p>Youtube:<a href=\" https://shorturl.at/fuyJQ\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> https://shorturl.at/fuyJQ</a></p><p><br></p><p>Social Media:</p><p>Website: <a href=\"https://solo.to/nexttakepodcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://solo.to/nexttakepodcast</a></p><p><br></p><p>Episode Produced By: Mikel Miles</p><p>Uploaded By: Mikel Miles</p>","author_name":"Mikel & Tanyka"}