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261. The Best and Worst of 2025 Anime
New Jan 08, 2026 2h 24m EXPLICIT

261. The Best and Worst of 2025 Anime

We close out the year with the best and worst of 2025 anime! With all of its highs and lows, this past year was a rollercoaster for the anime community. We reflect on what anime had to offer us in ...

260. Our Favorite Anime Openings and Endings (2025 Edition)
Dec 31, 2025 3h 14m EXPLICIT

260. Our Favorite Anime Openings and Endings (2025 Edition)

We share our favorite anime openings and endings from 2025. One of our favorite episodes returns for another year of vibes (which we can’t stop saying this episode). Join us as we share our OP and ...

259. The Summer Hikaru Died (S1)
Dec 16, 2025 1h 32m EXPLICIT

259. The Summer Hikaru Died (S1)

We review the first season of The Summer Hikaru Died. It’s not often we get a horror anime that’s actually scary, and this one hits the mark while also delivering a great mystery. We discuss the sc...

258. Gachiakuta (S1 Part 1)
Dec 12, 2025 1h 39m EXPLICIT

258. Gachiakuta (S1 Part 1)

We review the first half of Gachiakuta season one. This is an anime about trash that isn’t trash, and it’s a wild ride filled with over-the-top facial expressions. We discuss the comedic moments, t...

257. Kaiju No. 8 (S2)
Dec 02, 2025 1h 50m EXPLICIT

257. Kaiju No. 8 (S2)

We review the second season of Kaiju No. 8. The beloved millennial Kafka is back, and this time he’s gearing up for the big fight. We discuss similarities to other anime, the OVA, good anime dads, ...

256. The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity
Nov 22, 2025 1h 36m EXPLICIT

256. The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity

We review The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity. The only thing sweeter than this wholesome and fluffy romance are the cakes Kaoruko loves to eat. We discuss the anime’s title, the drama being ov...

255. Chainsaw Man the Movie: Reze Arc
Nov 15, 2025 1h 44m EXPLICIT

255. Chainsaw Man the Movie: Reze Arc

We review Chainsaw Man the Movie: Reze Arc. Anime continues to dominate at the box office with the next installment of this beloved series, which surprisingly does well in tugging at our (chainsaw)...

254. Fall 2025 Anime First Impressions
Nov 04, 2025 1h 21m EXPLICIT

254. Fall 2025 Anime First Impressions

We discuss our spoiler-free Fall 2025 anime first impressions. There seems to be a gap between the good stuff and the mid stuff this season. We share our initial thoughts on a bunch of bad romances...

253. Strictly Chatting
Oct 27, 2025 1h 38m EXPLICIT

253. Strictly Chatting

We’re strictly chatting. We discuss JoJo news, MLB news, video game news, and more. Plus, Courtney finally made it to Naruto Shippuden and shares her initial reactions. While you’re listening to th...

252. My Dress-Up Darling (S2)
Oct 19, 2025 1h 39m EXPLICIT

252. My Dress-Up Darling (S2)

We review the second season of My Dress-Up Darling. After a long wait, our waifu Marin is back with a new set of cosplays and cosplay friends. But where’s the romance, the conflict, or even the ecc...

251. Dandadan (S2)
Oct 06, 2025 1h 49m EXPLICIT

251. Dandadan (S2)

We review the second season of Dandadan. Just when you thought you’ve seen it all, this anime continues to push the boundaries and give us the absurd moments we love. We discuss new characters bein...

250. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Infinity Castle
Sep 28, 2025 2h 7m EXPLICIT

250. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Infinity Castle

We review Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Infinity Castle. The first act of this highly anticipated movie trilogy has finally arrived in all its cinematic glory, wasting no time in keepin...

249. Second Seasons of Anime That Were Better Than the First
Sep 21, 2025 1h 9m EXPLICIT

249. Second Seasons of Anime That Were Better Than the First

We discuss second seasons of anime that were better than the first. Technically it’s subsequent seasons, but that doesn’t sound as good as a title. Join us as we share which anime we feel significa...

248. If Anime Characters Had Theme Songs
Sep 18, 2025 53 min EXPLICIT

248. If Anime Characters Had Theme Songs

We pick theme songs for anime characters. Many characters already have a theme song from their anime’s soundtrack - but what if their song was a mainstream music hit instead? We share the pop songs...

247. Why We Love Being Weebs
Sep 11, 2025 1h 38m EXPLICIT

247. Why We Love Being Weebs

We discuss why we love being weebs. Like a love letter to anime and weebdom, we share how being part of this community brings us so much happiness. Plus, we asked our patrons and listeners to share...

246. Supporting Characters That Deserve Their Own Anime
Sep 05, 2025 1h 20m EXPLICIT

246. Supporting Characters That Deserve Their Own Anime

We share the supporting characters that deserve their own anime. When they’re more interesting and memorable than the main character, why wouldn’t we want to see more of them? We share the supporti...

245. Strictly Chatting
Aug 25, 2025 1h 50m EXPLICIT

245. Strictly Chatting

We’re strictly chatting. We have a bunch of anime topics to cover, including the Delta Airlines partnership with Crunchyroll, Demon Slayer events at baseball games, and whether smooth brain anime i...

244. Moments in Anime that Hit Different as Parents
Aug 20, 2025 1h 34m EXPLICIT

244. Moments in Anime that Hit Different as Parents

We share moments in anime that hit different as parents. Having kids changes your perspective on a lot of things, anime included. We discuss characters we relate with, situations we can’t imagine e...

243. Takopi’s Original Sin
Aug 10, 2025 1h 50m EXPLICIT

243. Takopi’s Original Sin

We review Takopi’s Original Sin. It’s rare when an anime accomplishes so much with so little time, giving us excellent pacing, moving storytelling, and conflicting characters. But this show manages...

242. Summer 2025 Anime First Impressions
Aug 02, 2025 1h 38m EXPLICIT

242. Summer 2025 Anime First Impressions

We discuss our spoiler-free Summer 2025 anime first impressions. This may be the most stacked season of anime in recent years, and it’s got us excited and overwhelmed. Join us as we share our initi...