Freestyle Anime Podcast

This week, cosplayer Rebecca joins us in character as the iconic Dio

We’re celebrating a huge milestone—100 episodes of the Freestyle Anime

Fresh off WasabiCon, the crew comes together for a late-night deep dive into all things anime! First, we break down the two latest episodes of Dandadan and Dragon Ball Daima, sharing our thoughts and predictions for what’s next.

Next, we dive into a powerful segment discussing which side character’s death would have the biggest emotional impact on the main character. Rico and Ty go head-to-head with their picks—who do you think had the better choice?

Then, it’s all about the anime characters you just can’t hate, no matter what. From heroes to villains, the guys share their favorites and why they stand out.

Finally, we take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reminiscing about classic Pokémon games, beloved characters, and iconic movies.

Tune in for late-night vibes, spirited debates, and a dose of anime nostalgia!

This week, the crew is back with some wild debates and fun “what-if” scenarios! First, we tackle a tough question: out of 15 iconic shonen anime, which 3 would we erase forever? Ty is left speechless by Rico’s final pick—don’t miss the reaction!

In this episode, Rico and Ty are joined by Maal to take a deep dive into the most talked-about topics in the anime world. First up, we break down the ending of My Hero Academia and discuss why some fans, including Rico and Ty, feel misled by the series’ conclusion and Deku's journey to becoming the number one hero.

Maal steps in with his take on Shigaraki’s character arc, claiming that the villain lacked true depth and development. This sparks a passionate debate with Ty, who defends Shigaraki’s growth and argues that there’s more to his story than meets the eye.

Finally, we shift our focus to the future of shonen manga, with Rico and Ty introducing Kagurabachi, a rising star in the new wave of manga. They break down why this series has what it takes to be the next big thing in the anime world.

Get ready for an episode filled with analysis, debates, and bold predictions about what’s next for anime and manga!

One Piece fans, we’ve got a lot to unpack this week! With the anime going on a six-month hiatus and the manga taking a two-week break, we break down what this means for the series and share our predictions for what’s next. Ty offers his thoughts on the hiatus, and we dive into the latest One Piece fan letter episode, sharing our ratings and favorite moments—plus a hilarious moment where Rico teases Cj about Sanji’s unexpected interruption in Zoro and Mihawk’s strength talk.

Shifting gears, we explore the new Dragon Ball Daima series and debate how it stacks up against the classics like Dragon Ball Z and GT. Our initial thoughts might surprise you!

To wrap things up, we tackle the age-old debate: Yonko vs. Admirals—who’s truly the strongest? And Rico drops a fresh swordsman ranking list that stirs up some epic reactions. Don’t miss this episode packed with anime updates, laughs, and plenty of hot takes!

We’re diving into the brand new series Dan Da Dan, covering the first two episodes and the story's wild start! Rico thinks the intro music

In this episode, we dive into the latest One Piece episode 1121, where Garp takes on Kuzan in an epic showdown. We break down the damage Garp unleashed on Pirate Island and debate whether Koby's actions led to Garp getting stabbed. Then, we compare Ace falling for Akainu's taunts to Koby's misstep with the fake damsel in distress. Finally, the crew tackles the ultimate challenge: Which One Piece arc out of the four would they drop? Tune in to find out Rico's controversial picks and see which arcs make the cut!

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In this episode, the crew dives into the ending of Jujutsu Kaisen and shares their thoughts on how it stacks up against recent manga finales like My Hero Academia. Ty breaks down the missing plot points that left fans wanting more, while Rico shares his take on Yuji as a main character. The guys also discuss potential directions the creator could take from here. Tune in for their overall rating of the series and their unfiltered thoughts on JJK’s journey!

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This week, Rico, CJ, and Ty dive into some thought-provoking anime debates! First up, the crew discusses which well-known protagonist is truly the least evil. Then, they explore which anime character best embodies the spirit of never giving up.

In the next segment, the guys debate which MC has the hardest goal to achieve, with Rico and CJ going head-to-head over Goku’s dream versus Senku’s mission. Ty shakes things up by asking who would be the ultimate mentor to train them in ice powers.

And finally, the crew runs the One Piece Admirals through a multiverse battle gauntlet. Tune in to see how far they get!

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