In this episode, we break down the anime that's running the game right now. Is Dandadan still delivering in Season 2? Has Kaiju No. 8 stepped up or fallen off? We also talk Fire Force and whether the hype still holds. Then we spotlight new anime like Gachiakuta, Clevatess, and To Be Hero X — are they future heavyweights or forgettable?

In this episode, the crew dives deep into One Piece chapters 1153 to 1159—where Oda finally connects the dots we've been waiting for. From the legendary rise of Loki and Harald, to the shocking ties between Xebec, Roger, and God Valley, the lore just leveled up. We break down the theory-confirming reveal that Blackbeard’s father is Xebec and how it connects to the mysterious Davy Clan.CJ proudly declares that Xebec is now his favorite character in the series, while Rico and Ty question what this flashback means for the balance of power going forward. And yes—Ty still defends his wild Buggy take, even as the world burns around him.Join us for one of the most insane One Piece lore dumps Oda has ever given.

What’s your anime hot take? 🔥 Live from Orlando Animate Con, Ty and Rico put fans in the hot seat to drop their spiciest takes—and things got wild. From “Tanjiro should’ve turned villain” to “Shou Tucker wasn’t wrong for experimenting on his daughter,” no topic was safe. And just wait until Ty loses it over a fan’s Avatar hot take about Korra being the best at… well, you’ll have to hear it to believe it.👉 Tune in now for some of the craziest anime debates you’ll ever hear!

Day 2 at Anime Orlando gets heated when Ty drops his wild hot take on the board: “Endeavor is not a bad father.” The crowd wasn’t having it—fans sat down, pushed back hard, and the debate got spicy. Did Ty change any minds, or did this hot take just set the con on fire?

The F$AP crew kicks off Day 1 at Animate Orlando with a spicy hot take from CJ — Itachi is overrated. Naruto fans didn’t hold back, firing back with their own takes and putting CJ on the spot. From passionate defenses to bold counterclaims, find out how the debate unfolds and what other anime hot takes emerge on the convention floor.

The F$AP crew debates which anime villain had a justifiable plan—Rico defends Askeladd, Ty backs Zeref, and CJ fires back with bold takes. Then it’s new-gen anime GOAT predictions and a heated clash: 5 Hokage vs. the Best Uchiha. Who’s really winning?

The gloves are off in this King of the Hill anime debate! Ty starts the gauntlet by dropping Denji into the fire—but can Chainsaw Man hold his ground against Killua, Hiei, and Kid Sasuke? One by one, the F$AP crew throws in their champions, and tensions flare as the crown keeps changing heads. Who survives the chaos and claims the hill? Tune in for one of our wildest debates yet.

This episode is WILD. We debate the most respected villains, anime rivalries that felt personal, and the shows that hit deep. Is Madara misunderstood? Is Meruem the GOAT of villain arcs? Plus, we’re throwing love at rewatchable gems and calling out underrated series.

The crew gears up for GalaxyCon while breaking down the end of Villain Saga and the Kargabachi hiatus. They dive into sibling bonds in anime like Demon slayer and Hunter x Hunter, debate Naruto’s “Bluebird” opening and the time skip, react to fan animations, cover Sakamoto Days updates, and wrap up with some spicy One Piece bracket of the strongest character in the verse!

Maal Makes his Return from suspension you don't wanna miss this one!Chapters00:00 - Intro02:16 - Returning Members and Recent Con Experiences04:15 - Villain Saga Manga Conclusion and Its Impact11:53 - Kargabachi Arthur's Hiatus and Anticipation18:45 - Upcoming Anime Expo and Major Announcements25:30 - Hot Takes and Final Thoughts25:33 - The Overrated Bluebird Debate31:47 - The Useless Time Skip in Naruto37:34 - Killua vs. Tanjiro: The Brotherly Debate44:33 - Gaming Nostalgia and Iconic Titles50:00 - Fan Reactions and Animation Discussions52:58 - Character Analysis and Backstories56:06 - One Piece Character Bracket Breakdown01:00:57 - Matchup Predictions and Community Votes

🎙️ In this episode, the FSAP crew breaks down the highs and lows of the Crunchyroll Anime Awards, debating which winners deserved the spotlight — and which ones got snubbed. From My Hero Academia’s narrative shifts to the global rise of Solo Leveling, we explore what’s shaping anime today.

The crew also dives into fan-favorite classics like Naruto and One Piece, while spotlighting newer gems like Delicious in Dungeon. Expect hot takes on character design, romantic subplots, and unforgettable anime soundtracks.

PLUS: We bring the heat with a hilarious “Would You Rather” anime edition, test our knowledge with a character guessing game, and shout out our special guest Rae — follow her for top-tier cosplay content!

🎧 Tap in for anime debates, deep dives, and good vibes.