Applied Anime

In our season one finale, we cover a few shows that we think deserve time in the spotlight! From the rewinding story of The Tatami Galaxy to the unusual epic of Katanagatari, we highlight the most underappreciated shows you may not have heard of. We admit it's a long one, but stick around to see what we've chosen as our favorite anime of the first season, and bear witness to the ultimate punishment game!

See how your own anime picks match up with ours; fill out Applied Anime's Favorite Anime tournament bracket here: https://bracketfights.com/create/aas-best-anime-22270

Check out our friends at Movie Time here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/movie-time-with-ang-and-ari/id1525147855

SPOILER ALERT! In this episode, we spoil The Tatami Galaxy, Night is Short, Walk on Girl, Hanasaku Iroha, Katanagatari, Serial Experiments Lain, Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica, and Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju. 

Content Warning: Suicide, sexual harassment, and graphic violence.

Like any form of media, anime relies on common methods of signaling particular emotions, ideas, to its audience. But what are these tropes, how are they used, and what do they really communicate? This week, we turn our analytical engines on full blast to bring you some answers!

SPOILER ALERT! In this episode, we spoil Another, Monthly Girls' Nozaki-kun, ReLIFE, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Asobi Asobase, O Maidens in your Savage Season, Your Life in April, and Toradora!. 

Content Warning: Sexual assault

Spread the love! This week, Feiyon and Dodo examine the staple, clichés, and distortions of harem anime. From the sisterly mystery of Quintessential Quintuplets to the childhood entanglements of Nisekoi, no protagonist is safe their crowd of admirers!

SPOILER ALERT! In this episode, we spoil Quintessential Quintuplets, Nisekoi, Kiss Him, Not Me, The World God Only Knows, My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!, Shuffle!, Akaneiro ni Somaru Saka, Mashiro-iro Symphony, and Zero no Tsukaima

Content Warning: Sexual harassment

Revenge: a ubiquitous (and convenient) backstory for any budding protagonist. What makes it so universally compelling? In this episode, we dive into a couple shows fueled by characters who will stop at nothing to balance the scales of justice with their own hands. From the interspecies clashes of Parasyte to the tortuous criminal underworld of 91 Days, we examine characters with an unquenchable thirst for vengeance.

SPOILER ALERT! In this episode, we spoil Parasyte, Masamune-kun's Revenge, 91 Days, Hell Girl, Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju, Happy Sugar Life, School-Live!, and The Rising of the Shield Hero

Content Warning: Graphic violence, murder, and sexual assault

This week, Feiyon and Dodo reminisce about the good old college days and discuss anime at the university! From the shenanigans of the diving club in Grand Blue to the tumultuous dating life of Golden Time, we leave no stone unturned. Tune in and take a study break with us!

SPOILER ALERT! In this episode, we spoil Grand Blue, Golden Time, Scum's Wish, A Lull in the Sea, A Certain Scientific Railgun, and Darling in the Franxx

Content Warning: Stalking, hazing, and murder

Ooh, fantastic baby! This week we consult a couple friends, HaeYou and Lyn, to discuss two distinct genres of pop that have become increasingly popular among otakus. Tune in to our comparative discussion on the history, influences, production, and public image of K-pop and J-pop!

Content Warning: Attempted murder, sexual harassment, and stalking

Get your game face on! This week, we tackle sports, games, and competition shows. From the savory showdowns of Food Wars! to the terrific teamwork of Haikyu!!, we unpack what makes this high-energy genre of anime so captivating. Winning isn't everything...or is it?

SPOILER ALERT! In this episode, we spoil Haikyu!!, Iwa Kakeru! Sport Climbing Girls, Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma

In this special episode of Applied Anime, we collaborate with our good friends Ari and Angelo at Movie Time! podcast to discuss Paprika, Satoshi Kon's mind-bending anime film on technology and dreams. Tune in to find out if we can get them hooked! After the collab, Feiyon and Dodo go on to discuss a few other anime movie favorites, especially Makoto Shinkai's 5 Centimeters per Second and Your Name.

For movie news and reviews, check out more from Movie Time! here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/movie-time-with-ang-and-ari/id1525147855

SPOILER ALERT! In this episode, we spoil Paprika, 5 Centimeters per Second, and Your Name

Content Warning: Sexual harassment, graphic violence, and psychological trauma

Let's get down to business! Despite how much of our lives revolves around our employment, it's rarely shown in anime. In this episode, we take a look a few shows that delve into the world of work, including the breakneck business of anime production in Shirobako and the anthropomorphized "workplace" of the human body in Cells at Work. Listen to this episode on the clock for bonus points.

SPOILER ALERT! In this episode, we spoil Shirobako, Wotakoi, ReLIFE, Cells at Work, and New Game

Content Warning: Suicide and violence

Interested in anime, but don't know where to start? You're not alone! This week, we share some introductory wisdom and useful tidbits with two fledgling otakus. Whether you're an experienced fan wondering how to get your friends hooked, or you're an anime noob yourself, your friends at Applied Anime have you covered!

SPOILER ALERT! In this episode, we spoil Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches, Another, Spirited Away, and Toradora!

Content Warning: Sexual harassment and graphic violence