The Anime AF crew is back talking about the coldest anime duos ever — breaking down who’s got the most chemistry, loyalty, and hip-hop duo vibes. They also dive into the most disrespected characters, fights that shifted the culture, the realest mentors, and the ones who never got their flowers. Pure anime talk, pure vibes — tap in!

Does massive box office success really mean an anime is great? We dive into Demon Slayer’s Infinity Castle hype, talk about the lost era of cool, calm, and collected protagonists like Spike, Vash, and Mugen, and break down which artists in hip-hop are tourists versus the real ones like MF DOOM, Lupe Fiasco, and Megan Thee Stallion.

Oh — and it’s Drip Wars time: who’s got the best fits in anime history?

Tune in for laughs, hot takes, and deep convos on the intersection of anime and hip-hop!

Season 2 of Anime AF Podcast kicks off with a bang! The hosts dive into the newest Jujutsu Kaisen: Modulo chapters 4 & 5, the long-awaited return of One Punch Man Season 3, and the first episode of My Hero Academia’s Final Season (Season 8)!

This episode unpacks justice vs power — what happens when heroes start acting like villains? The crew also debates why anime so often centers around orphans and outcasts, the wildest battle monologues, and the sheer awesomeness that is Toji Fushiguro.

Plus, a deeper look at how anime handles Black identity and racial inclusion even in worlds without Black characters — and some love for Gachiakuta and Campfire Cooking in Another World With My Absurd Skill.

It’s a full plate of anime talk, laughs, and insight — Season 2 is officially here!

This week we dive into why “found family” hits so hard in anime, how trauma is handled differently than in Western media, and why so many protagonists start as orphans or outcasts. We also explore how anime reflects Black identity even without Black characters, and whether anime worlds are really metaphors for our own struggles.

Plus — we review Chapter 2 of Jujutsu Kaisen: Modulo, break down the absence (and hopeful return) of Yuji Itadori, and much more.

In this weeks episode we break down the hype for Demon Slayer’s Infinity Castle Arc release in the States and the new Jujutsu Kaisen “Modulo” short-series manga. Then we dive deep into anime philosophy: Is justice subjective? Do heroes cause more harm than good? Are rivalries toxic or necessary? Does power always corrupt? And what does freedom really mean in anime and much more.

In this episode of Anime AF, we dive into all the hype and nostalgia hitting the anime world right now! We break down the brand-new teaser for One Punch Man Season 3, share thoughts on the Chainsaw Man movie, and react to the first look at Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3. Plus, we’re catching up with the gritty world of Gachiakuta, and digging into the mystery of Mr. Takamura from Sakamoto Days.

We also take a trip down memory lane with some Adult Swim and Cartoon Network nostalgia, highlight a few slice of life gems worth checking out, and talk about the decline of long-running anime seasons—is it helping or hurting the culture?

And of course, we’ve got plenty more laughs, debates, and hot takes along the way.

In this episode, we dive into the rise of Gachiakuta overtaking Solo Leveling and what that means for the dark fantasy wave. We break down Netflix’s big Anime NYC drops (Blue Eye Samurai S2, Devil May Cry S2, Record of Ragnarok III) and tackle the AI controversy around Sekiro: No Defeat. Then we get real with thought-provoking takes: are cliffhanger endings cheap or clever, is nostalgia powering classics or blocking new originals, and is anime oversaturated—or are fans just spoiled for choice? We close with an honest look at representation in anime and how Black and global fans are reshaping the culture.

This week we’re diving into the hottest anime conversations shaking up the community. From the rising buzz around Gachikuta to why Solo Leveling Season 2 already feels unstoppable, we’ve got plenty to unpack. We share our first thoughts on the newly announced Sekiro anime, take a closer look at the trending series Cha0 and its Ghibli-style flair, and react to Demon Slayer’s Infinity Castle Arc getting a special YouTube livestream for U.S. fans. Plus, we’re catching up on Kaiju No. 8 and Sakamoto Days as their first seasons hit critical turning points — and of course, bringing laughs, hot takes, and anime passion all along the way.

We’re diving deep into the anime conversations that matter! This week, we’re talking about character deaths that still hit us in the feels, the insane animation hype for One Piece’s Egghead Arc, and the latest on Bleach: TYBW’s final arc. We’ll also explore the rise of more “adult” anime storytelling, the big streaming service shuffle, and the growing role of AI in anime production. Plus — from manga to live-action — why do some adaptations soar while others flop?

Get ready for laughs, hot takes, and pure anime passion.

From the Reze Arc takeover to the rise of new dark horse contenders, Episode 14 is packed with the anime you need to keep on your radar. We break down what Chainsaw Man's return means for the franchise, and spotlight the next wave of heavy-hitters — Kaiju No. 8, Dan Da Dan, My Dress-Up Darling, and Sakamoto Days — all aiming to dominate 2025.

But it’s deeper than just titles. We’re talking genre shifts, the rise of seinen and slice-of-life, and whether VR and Isekai fatigue are real. Plus, we dive into the animation evolution war — does flashy CGI stack up against the fluid, cinematic classics of the '90s?

No filler. Just real talk from the Anime AF crew. Tap in and get your watchlist right.