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Takopi’s Original Sin is only 6 episodes, but it hits... hard. Join us as we dive into the trauma, moral dilemmas, and emotional rollercoaster of this unforgettable anime mini-series!

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K-pop idols battling demons? Neon visuals, killer outfits, and supernatural chaos? In this review, we dive deep into KPop Demon Hunters, the high-energy anime movie that’s got everyone talking. But is it all flash and no substance, or does it actually deliver?

We break down everything from the animation and music to the plot, characters, and fanservice!

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It's that time of the month!

Join us as we discuss out thoughts on both the new Superman and Fantastic 4 films, along with our first impressions on Summer anime like Ruri Rocks, The Summer Hikaru Died, and new seasons of Dan Da Dan, My Dress Up Darling, Panty and Stocking, and more!

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Join us as we take a look at Katsuhiro Otomo's 2004 steampunk anime film Steamboy! Is it a worthy follow-up to his work on the legendary Akira, a misunderstood hidden gem, a genuine cult classic, or something else entirely? Let's find out!

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Season 2 of The Apothecary Diaries delivered twists, court intrigue, and some of the smartest writing in anime this year—and we're diving deep into all of it!

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We check out Shinichiro Watanabe's latest anime series Lazarus. Is it a new masterpiece or a massive miss for the legendary director of Cowboy Bebop, Samurai Champloo, Space Dandy, and more? Let's find out!

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Join us for the final Monthly Dump of the Spring season! We talk about 28 Years Later, Apocalypse Hotel, Fire Force, Windbreaker, and much more!

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The Summer season is fast approaching!

Join us as we talk about the upcoming anime (including so many sequels) in Summer 2025 that we're looking forward to: like DanDaDan, My Dress Up Darling, Call of the Night, The Summer Hikaru Died, and more (along with some that we'd rather forget even exist)!

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[Note: due to a quirk of scheduling, our Monthly Dump for June will actually be releasing NEXT week, so it's not already out as Alex mentioned in the episode.]

Why do so many anime adaptations completely miss the mark? In this episode of ACAD, we’re joined once again by our friend Ian to dive into some of the worst anime adaptations of beloved manga, light novels, games, etc. From rushed pacing to awful animation, we break down where it all went wrong — and why fans deserve better.

We’re talking Soul Eater, The Promised Neverland, Berserk (2016), A Certain Magical Index, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned otaku or just starting out, this episode is your guide to what *not* to watch.

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Join us as we roast YOUR anime hot takes sent in to us on Twitter and in our Discord server!

What's your biggest anime, manga, light novel, etc. hot take? Tell us below and it might end up in a part two!

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