Anime Corner Podcast

In this episode, I break down why this quiet, grounded film stuck with me, exploring its themes of identity, obsession, burnout, and self-worth. I also talk about how anime uses sports and art to reflect who we are when the passion starts to hurt.

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In this free for all episode, I;m jumping all over the place from Fall 2025 seasonal anime impressions to thoughts on some big live action shows and movies. Including Stranger Things and Industry and I also discuss Bugonia, talk HIM, and wrap things up with a sneak peek at what Winter 2026 is shaping up to be. No deep dives, just a vibes, first impressions, and what's catching my attention right now across anime and TV.

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This episode, Charles and I sit down to talk about the first six episodes of Black Lagoon. We get into our early thoughts on the show, the nonstop action, and why Revy immediately steals every scene she's in. We also talk about Rock, the wild cast of characters, and how quickly the series pulls you into its gritty no rules world. It's a chill discussion with some laughs, some chaos, and plenty of love for one of anime's most unapologetic series.

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In this episode, I break down how anime discourse has changed, why slow-burn and psychological anime gets dismissed, and whether "Unc slop" is actually an insult or a sign that these shows demand more from their audience.

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This week, Charles and I dive into Jujutsu Kaisen's Hidden Inventory arc. The arc that completely reshaped how we see Gojo, Geto, and the jujutsu world as a whole from Gojo's awakening and overwhelming power, to Geto's tragic ideological shift.

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Winter anime is almost here! In this episode, I preview the Winter 2026 anime season, go over the upcoming lineup, and talk about which shows I'm planning to watch once the season starts. Whether you're building your watchlist or just want to know what's on the way, this is a spoiler free seasonal preview.

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On this episode, Jessica and I are recapping our Anime Frontier Experience! We dive into what we got into at the con, our favorite moments, a few dislikes, and our overall thoughts of the weekend.

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We all have anime takes that didn't age the way we thought they would. On this episode, I'm talking about anime opinions I've changed my mind on. Shows I didn't like at first but eventually came around on, and series I once loved that I've grown more critical of over time. No rage bait, no hate just honest reflection on how rewatches, hype and life experience change how we see anime.

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Today we're going back to 1988 a magical year when anime was built out of chrome, shoulder pads, and vibes! In this episode, I'm breaking down the classic OVA Appleseed based on Masamune Shirow's cyberpunk world of cops, cyborgs, conspiracies, and mechs.

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When life gets stressful, chaotic, or just plain exhausting, we all have that one anime we run back to. On this week's episode, I dive into the world of comfort anime. The nostalgic rewatches, the cozy slice of life healers, and the emotional tearjerkers that weirdly leave us feeling better. If you ever re-watched something instead of starting a new anime (again), this episode is for you.

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