The Wonder of Anime

The Wonder of Anime episodes:

• 04.11.2024

  The Wonder of Black Clover

  This week on The Wonder of Anime, streamer and cosplayer Simone Malcolm is in the expert seat! Simone is a multi-hyphenate creative who writes, cosplays, and streams. An animanga enthusiast who loves to nerd out over music, gaming, fashion, and...

  
• 04.04.2024

  The Wonder of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

  On this week’s episode of The Wonder of Anime, it’s time to talk about my number one favorite anime, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. In the expert seat, I have David Ross, aka Vibe Dealing David. He’s a content creator, cosplayer and...

  
• 03.28.2024

  The Wonder of Barakamon

  This week, I'm joined by the incredible streamer and cosplayer, Phyfer Rage! Phy is in the expert seat this week to talk about the slice of life anime, Barakamon. We discuss why this story is life-changing, what life lessons we...

  
• 03.14.2024

  The Wonder of Clannad

  In this week's episode of The Wonder of Anime, I'm joined by podcaster and streamer PolowBornFly. He's one half of the iconic Mic Check Waifu Waifu podcast. He's in the expert seat talking about the millennial classic, Clannad. We discuss...

  
• 03.07.2024

  The Wonder of Eureka Seven

  The mecha agenda is back, baby! Phoenix, host of The Anime Tea, is on this week’s episode of The Wonder of Anime  continuing the mecha recruitment plan. Phoenix brings us the 2005 original anime Eureka Seven. We discuss the show...

  
• 02.29.2024

  The Wonder of Gurren Lagann

  This week on The Wonder of Anime, voice actor Zeno Robinson is in the expert seat. Zeno is known for his roles as Hawks in My Hero Academia, Genya in Demon Slayer, Akira in Zom 100, ans many more. As...

  
• 02.15.2024

  The Wonder of Dragon Ball Z

  This week on The Wonder of Anime, it’s time to talk Dragon Ball Z with Kyle Lewis. Kyle Lewis is a comedian and host from Brooklyn, NY. He is the host of The Fun Factor on YouTube, which is a...

  
• 02.08.2024

  The Wonder of One Piece

  This week on The Wonder of Anime, we're sailing the Deep Blue with Neysha Campbell, aka NeyshaPlays! Neysha is a cosplayer, entertainment critic, podcaster, and writer. She explores and reviews anime, manga, TV, and film, infusing her work with insightful...

  
• 02.01.2024

  The Wonder of Sk8 The Infinity

  This week on The Wonder of Anime, we're joined by the incredible Briana Lawrence aka BriChibi. Briana is the author of "In Search of Superpowers: A Fantasy Pin World Adventure" and "The Essential Guide to Manga: 50 Series Every Manga...

  
• 01.18.2024

  The Wonder of Fire Force

  In this week’s episode of The Wonder of Anime, we’re discussing all things Fire Force with the amazing Kiy of PinKIY Sensei! Kiy is a STEM researcher by day and a Gaming Princess by night. Online, she’s known for being...

  
• 01.11.2024

  The Wonder of Sailor Moon

  This week, Lisa is joined by writer, host, and podcaster Victoria L Johnson. Victoria hosts the popular Sailor Moon Fan Club Podcasts where she interviews fans of Sailor Moon! Victoria also regularly produces and moderates panels for conventions, including San...

  
• 01.04.2024

  The Wonder of Yu Yu Hakusho

  The Wonder of Anime is back with an all new season and show format! In this season, Lisa is joined by guests from all over the anime and manga industry, as well as anime content creators to discuss the wonder...

  
• 12.29.2022

  My 2022 Anime Wrapped & What Is Coming in 2023!

  Hey y'all, it's almost the new year! Here's my anime wrapped for 2022 and what I have planned for 2023. Enjoy :)  Anime I’ve Watched: 2022 Anime AOT S4 P2 Sasaki and Milano Demon Slayer S2 Chainsaw Man...

  
• 11.08.2022

  Lettering Manga ft Brandon Bovia

  On this episode, I'm joined by Brandon Bovia, a freelance manga letterer/touch up artist. Brandon currently works on Kaiju No.8, Dragon Ball Supers, and many others. Brandon and I discuss his weeb journey, what lettering manga entails, the differences between...

  
• 11.01.2022

  Translating Manga ft David Evelyn

  On this episode, I'm joined by Japanese-English translator, David Evelyn. David has worked on visual novels, games, manga, light novels, and other Japanese media. Currently, he translates for the shounen hit, Kaiju No. 8, and City Hunter. David walks me...

  
• 10.25.2022

  Inside the Mind of a Blerd ft Steve and Bo

  On this episode of The Wonder of Anime podcast, I'm joined by Steve and Bo from the Inside the Mind of a Blerd podcast. We had so much fun discussing the origin of the podcast, how Steve and Bo met,...

  
• 10.04.2022

  Why Dad Needs to Talk ft Rob aka Father of Vash

  On this week’s episode, I am joined by Rob of the Dad Needs To Talk Podcast and Youtube channel. Rob and I immediately jump into his anime origin story and the events that led him to start the podcast. We...

  
• 09.27.2022

  I'm Back! Life Update and What's to Come on TWOA!

  *taps mic* Hello, is this thing on?? I can't believe it's been almost 9 months since I've put out an episode! And let me tell you, so much has changed! I'm so excited to be back! In this episode, I...

  
• 01.15.2022

  Choosing Violence ft Panda

  This week I’m joined by the incredible Panda. If you’re active on anitwitter, chances are you’re already familiar with her. She is a host on the Worst Gen Podcast, a moderator of the Anime After Dark clubhouse, and one of...

  
• 01.06.2022

  Let's Get To The Money ft Cosplayer Ronnie

  On this week’s episode, during the intro, I discuss my social media hiatus, what anime I’m currently watching, and what anime I’m plotting on for winter 2022. Then, content creator Ronnie joins me for an amazing conversation on cosplaying and...

  
• 12.30.2021

  Anime Content Creator Reflections of 2021

  Last episode of 2021! Let's reflect on all that we did! Thank you to Toyin, Tobi, and Ellie of Religiously Nerdy and Rob of Dads Need to Talk for joining me! Religiously Nerdy Dad Needs To Talk Questions:  Creator Reflections...

  
• 12.23.2021

  My Top Anime & Manga of 2021

  Hey all! Since it's the holidays, I decided to release a yearly wrap-up for my top anime and manga of 2021.  Below are links to what I referenced: MyAniList  Given Review Run with the Wind Review Demon Slayer Review Jujutsu...

  
• 12.16.2021

  This Is A Sign ft Ariana Rosario

  This week on The Wonder of Anime podcast, I’m joined by voice actress Ariana Rosario. Ariana is a Full Time College student, part time online Voice Actor heard in indie video games such as Astoria Legends: Red Moon, Sands of...

  
• 12.09.2021

  STEM & Anime ft PinKIY Sensei

  The Wonder of Anime Podcast is BACK! This week, ,my guest is Kiy, also known as PinKIY Sensei. Kiy (pronounced KEY) is a full-time STEM professional in the field of artificial intelligence and an engineering and technology Ph.D. student. On...

  
• 08.11.2021

  Dreamcon vs Blerdcon ft GB of Worst Generation Podcast

  This week on The Wonder of Anime podcast, I’m joined by GB. GB is the creator, producer, and host of the Worst Generation Podcast. He is also a co producer and moderator of the Anime After Dark CH. GB and...

  
• 07.21.2021

  The Aquarius Connection ft Tsunderi

  This week on The Wonder of Anime podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Erica of Tsunderi. She’s an anime content creator focusing on YouTube videos and TikTok content. Erica and I dive into her anime history (spoiler alert it starts...

  
• 06.30.2021

  The Return of the Cosplayers ft The Yonn Don

  In this week's episode, I'm joined by the incredible cosplayer The Yonn Don. Yonn has risen to internet popularity across all platforms for their cosplay content including some of our favorite characters like Nanami of Jujutsu Kaisen, Azula from Avatar:...

  
• 05.10.2021

  Anime & Mental Health ft Tierra Conyers

  On this week's episode, I'm joined by one of my favorite content creators and friend, Tierra Conyers. Known online as Ya Big Sistah, Tierra combines her love of anime and makeup to create one-of-a-kind, gorgeous looks! Tierra also uses her...

  
• 04.02.2021

  Paper Games & Anime ft Dani Chambers (Ancient Magus Bride, My Hero Academia)

  On this week's episode of The Wonder of Anime podcast, I’m joined by the amazing Dani Chambers! It's hard to name an anime Dani hasn't been in! She played our fave girl in Ancient Magus Bride, Chise Hatori. She...

  
• 03.08.2021

  Instant Best Friends ft Jalitza Delgado (Horimiya, Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear)

  On this week's episode of The Wonder of Anime podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Jalitza Delgado. You may know her from the 2021 Winter hit anime "Horimiya" where she voices our problematic fave, Remi. She also voices Shuri...

  
• 02.26.2021

  Black Anime ft Blanime Podcast

  On this week's episode of The Wonder of Anime podcast, I'm joined by Black anime podcast vets, Mike and Senae from Blanime Podcast. We immediately get into their web journeys and starting the podcast, dealing with racist/sexist trolls, and their...

  
• 02.12.2021

  Did You Have To? ft Neysha & Kate

  On this week's episode of The Wonder of Anime podcast, we're thirsting on Main!! Neysha and Kate of the Did You Have To podcast join me to talk about their week journeys, becoming anime soulmates, and starting Did You Have...

  
• 01.30.2021

  Let's Gatekeep ft Three Weebs & A Podcast

  Three Weebs & A Podcast is one of the latest blerd anime podcasts to hit the scene but it's been off to a great start. They join me this week to discuss their podcast origin story, their anime history and...

  
• 01.20.2021

  Mic Check! ft Mic Check Waifu Waifu Podcast

  Although the cover art of the Mic Check Waifu Waifu podcast features a female avatar, the hit anime commentary podcast is run by two best friends (more like brothers at this point) Polow & Telliano! In this episode of the...

  
• 01.13.2021

  Finding Your Style ft Artist Lucy of Opal Lines

  This week on The Wonder of Anime podcast I’m joined by the amazing Lucy of Opal Lines. If her name sounds familiar, it’s because she is the artist who created my new logo and podcast cover art. Lucy and I...

  
• 12.18.2020

  Catching up & Burn Out!

  Just a quick end of the year summary and details on my vacay! Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

  
• 12.10.2020

  End of Year Wrap Ups! (I Need Your Help!)

  It's the end of the yearrrrr! I can't believe 2020 is almost over. This year has been a wild ride for sure. With it, my brand completely transformed. In this minisode, I touch upon the changes as well as ask...

  
• 12.02.2020

  Doing It All ft Robbie Daymond (Jujutsu Kaisen, The God of High School, Sailor Moon)

  This week, I’m joined by the incredible Robbie Daymond. Robbie has been in the voice acting industry for over 10 years, voicing many of our faves like Tuxedo Mask in the Sailor Moon redub, Megumi Fushiguro in Jujutsu Kaisen, and...

  
• 11.18.2020

  Changing the Tides ft Mark Allen Jr (How I Become A God, Magi: The Magic Kingdom, Fire Force)

  This week on The Wonder of Anime podcast I’m joined by the amazing Mark Allen Jr. Mark is the lead voice actor in How I Became A God as Yota, as well as Kouha Red in Magi: The Kingdom of...

  
• 11.11.2020

  The Intersection of Anime & Black Culture ft Blxxk Anime

  This week on The Wonder of Anime podcast, I'm joined by Aran, Evan, and Fabian of Blxxk Anime! We dive into their origin story with anime and creating the podcast. We also discuss being Black in this anime space, the...

  
• 10.28.2020

  Behind The Cosplay ft Madara's Daughter

  With Halloween right around the corner, it's the perfect time to share bring you this episode with one o the best cosplayers, Madara's Daughter. If you have an active Instagram or Twitter account, you definitely would have seen her cosplays...

  
• 10.21.2020

  The Numbers Game ft Shay Taree

  This week on The Wonder of Anime, I'm joined by the incredible anime Youtube Shay Taree! Shay has been creating amazing anime content for over 5 years and in that time has done a lot of dope things. She reviews...

  
• 10.14.2020

  Blerdy Otome ft Naja B

  Naja B knows a thing or two about otome games, or more like 1 million things. On her site, Blerdy Otome, Naja reviews otome games from big and small developers, interviews developers, highlights Black girl friendly and diverse games, reviews...

  
• 09.30.2020

  It's An Anime Thing ft Josmarie

  This week on the podcast, I’m joined by the lovely Josmarie of It’s An Anime Thing! We follow her journey to weebdom which started with her awesome parents putting her on to anime and encouraging her to start creating content....

  
• 09.23.2020

  Sailor Moon & Content Creation ft Victoria Johnson of The Sailor Moon Fan Club Podcast

  This week on the podcast, my favorite moonie, Victoria Johnson joined me and we got into IT! Victoria walked me through her anime history, her journalist career, and starting the Sailor Moon Fan Club Podcast. We also talk about Sailor...

  
• 08.19.2020

  Being AfroLatina in Anime ft Anairis Quinones (Pokemon, My Hero Academia)

  This week on the podcast I’m joined by the amazing Anairis Quiñones! If her name, or better yet her voice, sounds familiar it is because she is one of the anime industry’s rising stars. She’s been doing voiceover work for...

  
• 08.05.2020

  Making Money Cosplaying ft Charanne Loves

  In this episode of The Wonder of Ivy podcast, cosplayer & content creator Charanne Loves joins me to talk about her journey cosplaying, making content, and venturing into Only Fans! Charanne is so down to earth and provided me with...

  
• 06.02.2020

  BLACK LIVES MATTER

  Hey all. With everything going on, it feels insignificant to create and post content as if nothing is going on. As much as I love interviews, anime, and fun things, I don’t want to talk about that much less want...

  
• 05.19.2020

  The Anime Tea ft Phoenix

  This week on the podcast, I’m joined by the amazing Phoenix from The Anime Tea podcast! She started her podcast a little over a year ago as an outlet to discuss her love of anime and it’s been a hit...

  
• 04.29.2020

  Cosplaying While Black In The South ft ShauCat Cosplay

  This week on the podcast, I’m joined by Shaunie of ShauCat Cosplay to discuss all things cosplaying while black! We dive into her history being a fan of all things geek, growing up and getting access to manga and anime,...