This podcast episode reviews the anime 86, praising its first season for its exploration of war's dehumanising effects. The reviewer highlights the show's portrayal of a discriminated-against population used as soldiers, comparing it to real-world conflicts and societal injustices. Key themes include the psychological toll of war, the importance of human connection amidst suffering, and the complexities of hope in hopeless situations. The reviewer particularly focuses on the relationship between the main characters, Shin and Lena, and their contrasting perspectives on the conflict and the possibility of meaningful change.