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@philwitmer

An old kid. Co-creator and musical tomfoolery

@nextstopseries

. Bylines at

@VICE

@nowtoronto

Torontophilwitmer.netJoined April 2011

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Phil Witmer

@philwitmer

Sep 24, 2021

Aaaand #NEXTSTOP Season 2 is now streaming!! A huge thanks to everyone who saw something in our ideas and helped carry them into reality. Please enjoy (and share) our very specific, slightly off-kilter, and affectionate portrait of Toronto. Watch now: gem.cbc.ca/media/next-sto

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Jordan A. Hayles

@MR_STiXX

Sep 23, 2022

It's not hyperbole when I say that

@nextstopseries

truly changed the trajectory of my career, and thus, my life. From the days at Vice with

@JabbariWeekes

, to the first rehearsals of BEEF with

@STDYMBBN

when we were broke and cheesed at life, we never would've imagined the impact

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King of Sorrel *Sade Voice*

@JabbariWeekes

Sep 23, 2022

Fall is here. And

@nextstopseries

... has graciously finished. You’ve given us so much love and because genuine sentiments of positivity are irritating to write... here’s a special video. Especially Jordan & Vanessa, nothing begins without y’all.

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Jabbari'sSneakyVideoLinkz

@lewdfurniture

Sep 22, 2022

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King of Sorrel *Sade Voice*

@JabbariWeekes

Jun 15, 2022

Big ups to

@tarawoodbury

and co. at Netflix for giving us the space to pitch, improve and expand the level of stories about the communities we cherish. And embarrass ourselves at the Highest possible level.😤

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Toronto Star

@TorontoStar

Jun 15, 2022

Netflix is launching a development program for diverse Canadian writers in film and television. torstar.co/jSv250JxofX

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Amar Wala

@amarwala

May 31, 2022

“perhaps the most gloriously Toronto thing I have ever seen” Appreciate this mention of ⁦

@nextstopseries

⁩ in this incredible article from ⁦

@sorayaroberts

⁩.

thewalrus.ca

The Superficial Diversity of Canadian TV | The Walrus

How risk avoidance shapes our entertainment

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Scarborough Pictures

@scarbpics

Mar 16, 2022

We're back with more #BehindTheScenes, this time: CASTING!! The creators of

@nextstopseries

discuss their unique, community based approach to finding on-screen talent, and the challenges of casting Black actors in a Canadian industry that has a lot of catching up to do.

Taking a break from getting my ass clapped by tree warriors in Elden Ring to share this delightful BTS vid where myself and the legend

@EhSideEv

talk about the process and vision behind NEXT STOP's sonic landscape (and the untold story of "Koala")

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Mar 4, 2022

For the Thirds eps of NEXT STOP S2 behind-the-scenes series, it’s bare chunez and local talent love with co-creator/composer @philwitmer and Music Supervisor @EhSideEv Stick around for EXCLUSIVE footage of @kylewildfern’s “Pine Depot.”

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Mar 1, 2022

Ferme La BOUCHE! For the Second eps of NEXT STOP S2 behind-the-scenes series, enter the C'est magnifique world of Production Design with

@Shharine

"Elusive Chanteuse" Taylor Follow

for more BTS videos

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Scarborough Pictures

@scarbpics

Feb 23, 2022

#HMU is a vital craft on any film set. In our new video series, we take you behind-the-scenes of

@nextstopseries

to see our incredible team in action. First up...

@rahsthetics

on how she built the looks we see on screen, and how Hair and Makeup bring your characters to life!

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real snoozer

@DijahSB

Feb 22, 2022

my new EP "2022 the EP" has arrived. would love for this to bring me some brand new listeners and new opportunities, but overall, I just hope you enjoy 2️⃣2️⃣2️⃣2️⃣2️⃣ available everywhere here: album.link/ca/i/1604684068

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Holy shit we're nominated for CSAs! Two of them!! There would truly, truly be no show without the support we got on and off-set, so this accomplishment is absolutely one for the entire

@nextstopseries

extended family. Always grateful.

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The Canadian Academy

@TheCdnAcademy

Feb 15, 2022

academy.ca/nominees

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Dawg,

really got 2 CSA nominations, what the hell?? Wow wow

@TheCdnAcademy

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Feb 15, 2022

For her eyes only, we give all our love to thee

@indiiiequeen

for her Best Direction, Web Program or Series nom for 'AFTERMATH.'

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Feb 15, 2022

After countless Ls this BHM we woke up to some noms for Best Web Program or Series, Fiction. From Cold wind tunnels to Staircase death traps, big ups to all the cast and crew who made this show special.

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Noel Ransome

@NoelRansome

Oct 7, 2021

I had a dope, chill chat with

@JabbariWeekes

and

@tichaona_

about

@nextstopseries

season 2, Canada’s media industry, and their moods about Toronto overall. My latest for

@complexcanada

complex.com

How ‘Next Stop’ Breaks Through the White Noise of Canadian TV

The creators of CBC series ‘Next Stop’ talk breaking through the fences of a stifling Canadian media industry, Season 2, & how Toronto informs them as creators.

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Sep 28, 2021

Some of y'all gonna realize that ALMOST everything in these stories be actually happening. Toronto is a Terror 😭 twitter.com/_tlg/status/14

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BIPOC TV & FILM

@BIPOCtvandfilm

Sep 24, 2021

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT! Join us for a watch party and Q&A with the cast, crew and creators of

@nextstopseries

@scarbpics

! Mek sure you reach: eventbrite.ca/e/next-stop-se

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King of Sorrel *Sade Voice*

@JabbariWeekes

Sep 24, 2021

Thank you to all who supported #NEXTSTOP from the beginning, met us in the middle to sharpen our vision, and in the end for its release. All we wanted was to show a small piece of the warmth and chaos of everyday Black Toronto. Made With Love,

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Sep 24, 2021

Welcome to NEXT STOP Season 2. WATCH NOW: gem.cbc.ca/media/next-sto Poster by @ashleyfloreal

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The Relentless Diaries

@relentlessdiary

Sep 22, 2021

💥 S2. Ep.13: “Toronto is Losing Recipes” is now available to download on all podcast platforms! This week Zo & Clyde are joined by

@JaeFiasco

and

@STDYMBBN

from the

@nextstopseries

! Season 2 of NEXT STOP premieres this Friday on

Link in bio✨

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Amar Wala

@amarwala

Sep 15, 2021

Couple years ago I saw a small but amazing web-series that captured Toronto in a unique way. It was just special, and I knew if we could get these creators some resources, they'd blow us away. I'm happy to say I was not wrong. NEXT STOP SEASON 2 launches Sept. 24th on

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THE TRAILER FOR

SEASON 2 HAS ARRIVED, AND IT'S GOING TO BE A FANTASTIC ONE FOR ALL OF YOU TO SEE!! ONE TIME FOR

@scarbpics

!! THE SCARBOROUGH SUPREMACY CONTINUES!!! #STiXXEDiTZ ON THE CUT!! SEPTEMBER 24 on

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King of Sorrel *Sade Voice*

@JabbariWeekes

Sep 15, 2021

Hello. Here is 1 minute and 42 seconds of the

@nextstopseries

S2 trailer. It’s filled with pretty faces, nice lights, and what we believe to be the first utterance of the word "deaffaz" on

@cbcgem

. Watch Now so Jordan will stop cussin' me out about releasing this.

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SEPTEMBER 24TH! It's been literal years but we can at last share the trailer for #NEXTSTOP Season 2, a labour of love (and perhaps madness) that will air on

@cbcgem

next week. Go follow

@nextstopseries

to stay tuned in for more ~updates~ over the next little bit.

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Sep 15, 2021

New Budget, Same Energy. #NEXTSTOP Season 2 drops SEPTEMBER 24th. On @CBCGem

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Aug 16, 2021

Here’s your first peek at NEXT STOP Season 2 🐺🐨 LEASE — Newly split couple Alisah and Laithan contend with rent and a heavy AC unit after their building’s elevator goes out of service. Written & Directed by

@JabbariWeekes

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Mar 22, 2021

Hello, good people of good energy, only. Here is a hiring post Here is our email: crewnextstop@gmail.com Let’s chat. 😎😈

Scarborough Pictures

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Dec 28, 2020

Beef. Mosquito. Duppy. Pool. Caribana Confessionals. Hold This Curl. It’s been 365 days of madness and questionable headshots. So if you haven’t already, enjoy the range, growth, and value village of shorts before we re-up next year 😈

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Sep 25, 2020

After subjecting @MR_STiXX & @STDYMBBN to the cold February skies, spraying Bay Rum in Jordan’s eyes, and vexing Vanessa’s spirit we finessed NEXT STOP S1 on @CBCTelevision. Here’s the NEW trailer. (Yes, that is @JaeFiasco voice at the end). Watch on Gem: tinyurl.com/y39nkoh8

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Oct 19, 2020

Thank you

@reelworldfilm

We’ll send proper headshots next time!!

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Reelworld Screen Institute

@reelworldfilm

Oct 19, 2020

Congratulations to our Standout Producer for Short a film Award to Jabbari Weekes & Tichaona Tapambwa for Next Stop

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Phil Witmer

@philwitmer

Oct 14, 2020

Please watch my friends embrace their chaotic duality while helpfully explaining how to watch our series on CBC

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Oct 14, 2020

The following DMs about CBC Gem are real. And so is Jabbari’s bad attitude and Tichaon’s patience. Here is their attempt to answer your Q’s about CBC Gem and How to Watch #NEXTSTOP: gem.cbc.ca/season/next-st

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Sep 29, 2020

"Sometimes it's fun to have a meaningless conversation about which patty from which side is the best. Because you really don't want to be thinking about paying $1,800... for a bachelor." -

@JabbariWeekes

in our latest piece via

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Next Stop brings a snapshot of Black life in Toronto to CBC Gem bit.ly/36gJ8Pb

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Sep 28, 2020

@STDYMBN

gully creepin through the pressure and getting big talks in this blessed take from

@KathleenNB

Da #nextstop love is niceaz 😀

refinery29.com

If You Love (Or Hate) Toronto, This CBC Gem Series Is For You

This is an anthology series about young Black characters trying to deal with life in Toronto, and it never once compromises its authenticity to appeal to a white viewer.

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Sep 28, 2020

#nextstop… another deep take into how this show was accidentally birthed into life. Also, EXHIBIT A why it is always a wutless idea to let

@JabbariWeekes

do interviews. Thoughtful analysis via

@JustSayRad

nowtoronto.com

Diversity in Canadian TV: From Schitt's Creek to Next Stop - NOW Toronto

The historic Schitt's Creek Emmy sweep was a reminder that the Canadian television industry needs to nurture BIPOC-led shows too

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Sep 26, 2020

#NEXTSTOP pullin up to the

@torontostar

via words and good energy of

@angelynsayshi

😈😈

thestar.com

How ‘Next Stop’ broke through barriers to bring the ‘bittersweetness of being a Black Torontonian’...

As “Schitt’s Creek” won big at the Emmys, many spoke out about the need for more diversity in Canadian content that’s funded and supported. “Next Stop” highlights the experiences of Black Torontoni...

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Next Stop: The Series

@nextstopseries

Sep 25, 2020

NEXT STOP Watch Party w/

@STDYMBBN

@MR_STiXX

TONIGHT. Come thru!!

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CBC Comedy

@CBCComedy

Sep 25, 2020

Next Stop is your next binge! Stream

@nextstopseries

right now: bit.ly/CBCGemNextStop

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King of Sorrel *Sade Voice*

@JabbariWeekes

Sep 25, 2020

Bless up to

@amarwala

for allley-ooping and engaging in the madness. More plottin coming soon😎

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Next Stop: The Series

After subjecting

to the cold February skies, spraying Bay Rum in Jordan’s eyes, and vexing Vanessa’s spirit we finessed NEXT STOP S1 on @CBCTelevision. Here’s the NEW trailer. (Yes, that is

@JaeFiasco

voice at the end). Watch on Gem: tinyurl.com/y39nkoh8

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Phil Witmer

@philwitmer

Sep 25, 2020

Stoked to announce that you can now watch all of

@nextstopseries

on @CBCTelevision's Gem streaming service! gem.cbc.ca/season/next-st

Phil Witmer

@philwitmer

Sep 25, 2020

Stay friggin' tuned, guys. We're excited to share this with you 👀

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King of Sorrel *Sade Voice*

@JabbariWeekes

Sep 25, 2020

Hello. Special news coming today...

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Amar Wala

@amarwala

Aug 13, 2020

Alright here it is, I’ll be working with the team from

@nextstopseries

to build on what they’ve started. Until now, my company Scarborough Pictures has only ever produced my own work. This marks a new chapter.

@scarbpics

is proud to officially be an EP on Next Stop.

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Scarborough Pictures

@scarbpics

Aug 13, 2020

NEWS: Scarborough Pictures is officially producing @nextstopseries! We couldn't be more excited to work with the creators @JabbariWeekes, @blackearlgrey, and @philwitmer to build on their vision. Check their