Otaku Hourly

This is the second episode of Otaku Hourly, a young show host, Jonathan Joestar Beltran, and his band of weebs talk about inspirational animes for many a student going into their finals. From Gurren Lagann to Ping Pong the Animation, there is a lot of anime out there to bring back hope. 

Back in 2015, DanMachi had a respectable run pushing forth the isekai genre. Once the first season wrapped up in the same year, Jonathan Joestar Beltran and Donnie K (Matt) talk about the series and how it fares amongst the rest. 

At the time of this recording is St. Patrick's Day so we asked ourselves - what're some good titles to enjoy while under the influence? 

One of the early episodes of the show, your backdoor anime hangout talks about whatever they have been watching. So sit back, relax, and maybe you'll discover a new show!

With the recent buzz of Avatar Studios opening, your backdoor anime hangout discusses the studio's creative and business possibilities. Along with the conversation comes a retrospective of the series that started it all "Avatar the Last Airbender" as well as its successor "The Legend of Korra." Many thanks to the Dex for bringing this hangout to life!

Originally aired January 2019

Jonathan "Joestar" Beltran and Christian Wiseman come together to cover Anime Los Angeles 15! From interviews to panels we look into what makes ALA unique amongst the rest. We talk:

- with Japanese Culture Scholar, Roland Kelts

-with cosplay collective, Chocolat Covered Cosplay

-with voice actress, Morgan Berry

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No matter where you are in your stage of life, you know the feeling of going back to school - gradually waning motivation followed by moments of dread...at least we got some anime to talk about in your backdoor anime hangout! 

Curious about the voice acting industry? From the dubbing process to getting into the field, Eric P. Sherman - CEO of Bang Zoom! Entertainment - will answer those questions!

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The pandemic has tremendously impacted the anime industry and community - shows delayed, conventions going online, and gatherings restricted. The cosplay community got hit hard especially given the former events, yet how have they dealt and adapted to the situation? Crew member, Marvin "Marth," has the story.

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Anime is chock full of romances and if you're a grown-up - especially growing into adulthood - it can be hard to relate. Well, what if I were to tell you there is one taking place in an office setting and all the characters inevitably remind you of somebody in your life. That is Wotakoi and your backdoor anime hangout has something to say about it!