Anime fatigue is something every anime fan experiences eventually—but what if taking a break is actually part of the journey?

This week we talk about what we've been watching, catching up on One Piece, taking breaks with House of the Dragon, and how stepping away from anime can make you appreciate it even more.

From there, we dive into one of Naruto's greatest stories—Itachi and Sasuke—and compare their relationship to real life. We discuss Pain's philosophy, Eren Jaeger's beliefs in Attack on Titan, finding your own path, and why every story has two sides.

We finish by introducing our new community, "You're One of Them," created for anyone who's ever been underestimated, overlooked, or felt like they didn't belong.

Anime isn't just entertainment. It's a blueprint for life.

Take the stairs. Enjoy the journey.

Episode 37 — Anime is Life: Top 5 Anime Women, Starter Series Debates & Billion-Dollar Franchises

Is anime just entertainment, or does it teach real life lessons? In Episode 37 of FNGVLOGCAST, we go all-in on anime culture — from the characters that shaped us to the franchises printing billions.

In this episode: 🎬 Anime as entertainment vs. life lessons — the great debate 🏆 Our personal Top 5 Anime Women lists (and the reasoning behind every pick) 📚 Starter anime recommendations: classic long-runners (Naruto, One Piece, Bleach) vs. modern fast-paced hits (Demon Slayer, JJK, Solo Leveling) 💰 The highest-grossing anime franchises of all time — and how they make their money 🧠 Character deep dives: Vegeta's redemption, Sanji's backstory, Gojo's impact, and why main characters never duck smoke 🔥 Bleach's comeback, hiatus culture, and what happens when legendary series return

Anime & franchises mentioned: Naruto, One Piece, Dragon Ball, Bleach, Fullmetal Alchemist, Demon Slayer, Jujutsu Kaisen, Hunter x Hunter, Solo Leveling, One Punch Man, Chainsaw Man, Attack on Titan, Death Note, Blue Lock, Black Clover, Tokyo Ghoul, and more.

We're also building the FNGVLOGCAST community — Discord, contests, and merch coming soon. Join the conversation!

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EP. 36 – Who's Next After The Big 4?

Anime fans have debated the greatest series of all time for years, but one question remains:

Who deserves the next seat on Anime Mount Rushmore?

This week, the FNGX Podcast explores the legacy of Dragon Ball Z, Naruto, One Piece, and Bleach while debating which anime could eventually join them.

The crew also discusses:

• Gojo vs Kakashi reactions from the community • Naruto vs Gear 5 Luffy at their strongest forms • Recommendations for people new to anime • Hunter x Hunter's lasting impact • One Punch Man, Sword Art Online, Gundam, and more • Why modern anime struggles to reach legendary status • Upcoming anime releases and industry news

Anime is more than fights and power scaling. It's storytelling, growth, friendship, sacrifice, discipline, and lessons that stay with us long after the credits roll.

As always:

Take The Stairs. Enjoy The Journey.

🎙️ FNGX Podcast

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ANIME MOUNT RUSHMORE IS LOCKED: ✅ DBZ ✅ Naruto ✅ One Piece ✅ Bleach

Who's next?

🏔️ Hunter x Hunter 🏔️ JJK 🏔️ Solo Leveling 🏔️ Demon Slayer 🏔️ Gundam 🏔️ One Punch Man 🏔️ Sword Art Online

Drop ONE name and defend it. 👇

Anime fans... this one is for you. In this special anime episode of Fkin New Guy, we dive headfirst into our Top 5 anime characters of all time, debate legendary matchups, break down some of the greatest anime moments ever, and talk about why anime continues to dominate entertainment. From Bleach to Naruto, Dragon Ball Z, Jujutsu Kaisen, Solo Leveling, Kaiju No. 8, One Piece, Fullmetal Alchemist, and more, we discuss the characters that left the biggest impact on us and the anime we're watching next. Topics include: 🔥 Top 5 Anime Characters 🔥 Gojo vs Kakashi Debate 🔥 Why Kenpachi Is Built Different 🔥 Gohan's Greatest Moments 🔥 One Piece & The Episode Problem 🔥 Solo Leveling Hype 🔥 Hidden Anime Gems 🔥 Upcoming Anime Releases 🔥 Bleach Thousand-Year Blood War 🔥 Anime Recommendations From The Community Drop your Top 5 anime characters in the comments and let us know what anime we NEED to watch next. ⚠️ Warning: Anime fans may become highly offended by our rankings.

Anime Is Life | The Real Lessons Hidden in Solo Leveling, Naruto, One Punch Man & More 🔥

What if anime isn't just entertainment?

In this episode of Fkin New Guy**, we break down why anime hits different and how shows like Solo Leveling, Naruto, Hunter x Hunter, Demon Slayer, Dragon Ball Z, and One Punch Man mirror real life more than most people realize.

From mastering one skill instead of chasing everything, to leveling up in silence, to building yourself when nobody believes in you—anime has been teaching life lessons for years.

We talk about: 🔥 Why mastering ONE thing beats being average at everything 🔥 Solo Leveling and the power of leveling up in silence 🔥 Rock Lee, Netero, Zenitsu, and the obsession with mastery 🔥 Why comparison kills progress 🔥 The hidden philosophy inside anime 🔥 Motivation, discipline, purpose, and growth 🔥 How anime relates to real-world success 🔥 Why the world feels stranger than ever 🔥 Raw conversations, conspiracy theories, culture, and life

Whether you're an anime veteran or someone who thinks cartoons are just for kids, this episode might change how you see anime forever.

Question of the Week: What anime taught you the biggest life lesson and what was it?

👇 Drop your answer in the comments.

🎙️ Fkin New Guy Podcast — We Question Everything. 🚶‍♂️ Take the Stairs. 🎧 Raw conversations. No filters. No scripts. Just real talk.

Everybody wants the final form… nobody talks about the grind in the shadows. This episode is about building yourself when nobody sees the vision yet. The lonely stage. The “you’re delusional” stage. The stage where people still see the OLD version of you while you’re secretly leveling up behind the scenes.

From anime parallels like Solo Leveling, Blue Lock, Fullmetal Alchemist, and Ghost in the Shell to real life pressure, purpose, sacrifice, and self-development — this episode dives deep into what it really means to BUILD YOUR OWN LUCK.

We talk about:

• Why people only see the old version of you
• Being “delusional” enough to chase your vision
• Solo leveling in real life
• Losing people while growing
• Why hard work eventually looks like luck
• The danger of living in somebody else’s story
• Data centers, AI, conspiracy theories & modern distractions
• Ray J, Aba & Preach drama, internet chaos & more
• Why you NEED to put your oxygen mask on first

This ain’t motivation. This is survival for people trying to evolve in a world that wants them average.

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, overlooked, isolated, or stuck between who you WERE and who you KNOW you can become… this episode is for you.

🎙️ Welcome to F**kin New Guy — where we question everything, think for ourselves, and never forget to take the stairs.

LIKE • COMMENT • SUBSCRIBE • SHARE Drop your biggest “solo leveling” moment in the comments. 👇

🔥 EP. 32 – Conspiracies, Comedy Roasts, & Real Life Wake-Up Calls | Afternoon Got Podcast 🔥 What if everything you’re watching… is already planned? 🤯 In this episode, we go down the rabbit hole—from The Simpsons predicting the future to who really runs media behind the scenes, and how close we are to things happening before we even realize it. Then we switch gears into real talk about Kevin Hart’s roast, Katt Williams’ claims, and why some of these industry moments feel a little too… controlled 👀 But it doesn’t stop there. We get into: The wild concept of babies being taken out and put back during pregnancy 🤯 Viral internet debates & “would you rather” questions gone LEFT 😂 Running out of gas stories that turn into life lessons 💀 Why chasing money alone will never be enough The truth about 9–5 life vs building something of your own This episode is funny, uncomfortable, real, and straight-up unfiltered. If you’ve ever questioned the system, the entertainment industry, or your own path in life… this one’s for you. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Are shows predicting the future? (Simpsons convo) 08:30 – Who really controls media? 18:10 – “Born twice” & wild medical talk 27:45 – Kevin Hart Roast breakdown 45:20 – Katt Williams vs the industry 1:05:10 – Running out of gas story 😂 1:18:00 – Real talk: 9–5 vs building your own lane 1:35:00 – Fear, failure & why people stay stuck 💬 Drop a comment: Do you think media predicts the future… or shapes it? 👍 Like, Subscribe & Share if you rock with the conversation 🔔 Turn on notifications so you don’t miss the next episode

:::writing WELCOME TO DEATH ROW RECORDS 🎙️ | EP 31

This episode gets REAL.

We’re breaking down toxic work environments, fake coworkers, micromanaging bosses, and why the workplace really feels like “DEATH ROW.” From overnight shifts, workplace politics, and HR nightmares… to relationships, dating struggles, and the mental toll of balancing life — nothing is off limits.

We talk:

• Fake people at work vs real life energy
• Toxic managers & micromanagement culture
• Why overtime ain’t worth it anymore
• Overnight shift struggles & burnout
• Dating while working crazy hours
• Modern relationships, situationships & loyalty
• Social media influence, “tea apps,” and reputation damage
• Self-care, hygiene, and leveling up as a man
• The system: school → work → survival mindset
• Why people feel stuck & how to break out

This is unfiltered, raw conversation — real experiences, real opinions, no script.

If you’ve ever felt like work is a prison, relationships are complicated, and life is a constant grind… this episode is for you.

💬 COMMENT: What’s the worst job experience you’ve had? 👍 LIKE if you relate 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for weekly real conversations

👀 QUESTION OF THE DAY:

Do you think the world is slowly programming people through entertainment… or are people finally waking up?

What happens when you stop following trends… and finally trust your own voice?

Welcome back to Fkin New Guy** — where we question everything, challenge the narrative, and say the things most people are scared to say.

This episode starts off funny… then slowly turns into one of our deepest conversations yet.

From motorcycles, work stress, and chasing freedom… to artistic integrity, success, AI, survival, conspiracies, and the pressure of modern life — this episode is really about one thing:

🧠 Staying true to yourself while the world tries to program you otherwise.

🚨 IN THIS EPISODE:

• Why most people quit too early before success finally hits
• The REAL meaning of artistic integrity in music, business, and life
• Why society pressures people to “peak” too young
• The truth about success after 30, 40, and even 50+
• Why comparison kills creativity and confidence
• AI databases, data centers, and hidden dangers nobody talks about
• Movies, TV shows, and conspiracy theories becoming reality 👀
• Why people are suddenly paying attention to “predictive programming”
• Zombie apocalypse survival plans, bunkers, and protecting your family 😂
• The struggle of balancing work, purpose, kids, money, and dreams
• Jobs nobody talks about that secretly make REAL money
• Why some struggles are necessary for growth
• How staying consistent can change your entire future

💡 THE BIG MESSAGE:

A lot of people give up because life gets heavy…

But sometimes the struggle IS the lesson.

Sometimes you’re only a few steps away from everything changing — and you quit too soon.

This episode is for:

• creators
• entrepreneurs
• artists
• overthinkers
• hustlers
• people trying to figure life out
• and anybody tired of fake conversations.

🎧 EXPECT:

Raw conversations. Funny moments. Deep thoughts. Conspiracies. Life lessons. Hot takes. And a whole lot of “wait… hold up…” moments.

No scripts. No filters. Just perspective.

This episode? It’s different.

No segments. No filters. Just one topic… 🧠 SELF AWARENESS

And we take it ALL the way there.

From how we grew up… to how kids move today… this conversation breaks down the truth nobody really says out loud.

⚠️ Why are younger generations more “aware”… but still lost? ⚠️ Are we learning faster… or just moving faster into mistakes? ⚠️ And when does experience turn into damage?

We talk about:

• The difference between how we grew up vs kids today
• Why teen pregnancy is down… but behavior hasn’t changed
• The role of self awareness in sex, relationships, and decision making
• Why you can’t control curiosity… only guide it
• The truth about learning from mistakes vs repeating them
• How being exposed too early can affect your mindset later in life
• Why some people grow… and others stay stuck

Then it gets REAL…

We open up about:

• Personal experiences growing up
• The influence of environment, family, and guidance
• The importance of having real conversations instead of silence

And yeah… it gets wild too.

Stories you probably weren’t expecting… but they all lead back to one thing:

👉 Understanding yourself before life forces you to.

💡 The biggest takeaway:

Self awareness isn’t just knowing who you are… It’s recognizing your patterns, your decisions, and your direction — before it’s too late to change them.

👇 QUESTION OF THE DAY: Do people actually know themselves… or just react to life?