The twenty first episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is here and so is the Yakuza, so please be on your best behaviour!

Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳

Episode twenty one sees the anime rivals discussing:

• K Manga is expanding, with mixed impressions...
• Girls Band Cry is coming to Crunchyroll
• Look Back review and Amazon Prime news
• Negative Positive Angler, the potential cosy anime of the season?
• Thoughts on lots of Fall anime such as Orb, Blue Box and How I Attended an All Guys Mixer
• Manga impressions on Oshi no Ko and Smoking Behind the Supermarket With You
• Plus lots more anime related yappage!

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The twentieth episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is here so hide your weenies as Turbo Granny is on the loose!

Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳

Episode twenty sees the anime rivals discussing:

• The latest Crunchyroll announcements for January 2025
• One Piece taking a break
• Recapping PAX Aus 2024
• The season finale of Oshi no Ko S2
• Dandadan living up to the hype
• Blue Lock S2 kicking goals
• Yakuza Fiance getting us all hot and bothered
• Is it Wrong to Try and Pick up Girls in a Dungeon? S5 is a welcome change of pace
• You Are Ms. Servant is an early sleeper of the Fall season
• Netflix has two winners on it's hands with Ranma 1/2 and Blue Box
• Plus lots more anime related yappage!!

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The nineteenth episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is here, but get ready for a dive so deep you're gonna need an oxygen tank!

This jam-packed episode sees the anime rivals discussing EVERYTHING that they've watched this past Summer season, unpacking, and sometimes ranking, over 28 different titles!!

Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳

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Brendan White and Courtney Smith dive into the exciting world of anime as they recap and rank their experiences from the 2024 Summer season. Over the course of the episode, they discuss a whopping 28 different anime, providing insights and personal reflections on what they enjoyed, what fell flat, and the standout moments from each series. The discussion is characterized by a playful banter that highlights their contrasting tastes, with Brendan frequently defending his rankings while Courtney raises an eyebrow at some of his choices. Their ranking system, which spans from the least enjoyable to the absolute favorites, serves as a backbone for the conversation, inviting listeners to engage with their opinions and perhaps even question their own anime viewing habits.

Among the highlights, titles such as “Oshi No Ko” and “Magical Girl and Evil Lieutenant” emerge as top contenders, showcasing not just stellar animation, but also narratives that resonate deeply with audiences. Brendan shares his admiration for the storytelling depth and character development found in these series, while Courtney expresses a particular fondness for the emotional and relatable aspects of the characters’ journeys. The discussion also touches on underappreciated gems that might not have received mainstream attention, urging listeners to broaden their anime horizons and dive into lesser-known titles that display the same quality and creativity as fan-favorite franchises.

The episode is not just a list of rankings; it’s a celebration of anime culture, emphasizing the community's diversity in tastes and experiences. Brendan and Courtney encourage their audience to share their own rankings and thoughts, creating an interactive space where anime lovers can connect over their shared passion. With humor and insightful commentary, this episode serves as a vibrant snapshot of the current anime landscape and promises to inspire listeners to explore new series while reflecting on their favorites from the past season.

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The latest episode of More Than Hentai has arrived and it's got it's sights set on your weenie!!

The salt and pepper senpai, Brendan White is joined in the Sugoi Studio by trust co-host and rival, Mrs. Courtney Smith, to share their thoughts on Yukinobu Tatsu and Science SARU's 2024 sci-fi, romcom hit, Dandadan.

As a friendly FYI, this episode will be a full deep dive on episode one, titled "That's How Love Starts, Ya Know!!", so be ready for spoilers.

A big thank you and virtual hug also goes out to our Producers - Aaron L, Dan Gee, Duffo, Fruge, Skreemus, Smashfxn and Voidmayonnaise, you're the best 🫶

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Links referenced in this episode:

• crunchyroll.com
• netflix.com
• japancrate.com

Companies mentioned in this episode:

• Audio Technica
• Dashwater
• Crunchyroll
• Netflix
• Science Saru

The eighteenth episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is here so get ready to cheer on your favourite idols!

Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳

Episode eighteen sees the anime rivals discussing:

• Previewing all the major titles from the upcoming Fall season
• Reviewing Trapezium (spoiler-free of course) with thanks to Sugoi Co
• Plus lots more anime related yappage!

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The seventeenth episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is here so get ready to land all the SSS combos!

Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳

Episode seventeen sees the anime rivals discussing:

• Aniplex Online Fest 2024 (shoutout to The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity)
• The big dogs amongst a stacked Crunchyroll fall season
• Netflix Geeked Week (Devil May Cry & Cyberpunk)
• Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian S1 finale
• MAPPA's ZENSHU
• ATRI: My Dear Moments, yet another strong release of the Summer season
• True Beauty - the Revlon of the makeover anime world
• Plus lots, lots more anime and manga related yappage!

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The sixteenth episode of More Than Headlines – your go-to podcast for all things anime is here so get extra ready as we are joined by our first ever guest, Brett Michael Orr from Anime Corner!

Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳

Episode sixteen sees the anime rivals discussing:

• The Berserk fan made anime copping some heat
• The Boy and the Heron
• Distribution in Australia
• Dragon Ball Daima
• Wistoria: Wand & Sword struggling to hook us
• VTuber Legend x Among Us
• 2.5 Dimensional Seduction is becoming really good
• Plus-Sized Elf is nothing more than boobs and french fries
• Plus lots more anime related yappage!

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The latest episode of More Than Hentai has arrived and it's coming hard for your Eddies, choom!!

The salt and pepper senpai, Brendan White is joined in the Sugoi Studio by the man behind Fandom Portals, Mr. Aaron Davies, to share their thoughts on Hiroyuki Imaishi and Trigger's 2022 sci-fi smash, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.

As a friendly FYI, this episode will be a full deep dive on episode one, titled "Let You Down", so be ready for spoilers.

A big thank you and virtual hug also goes out to our Producers - Aaron L, Dan Gee, Duffo, Fruge, Skreemus, Smashfxn and Voidmayonnaise, you're the best 🫶

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The fifteenth episode of More Than Headlines – your go-to podcast for all things anime is here so get ready to see double as you babysit some baby vampires!

Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳

Episode fifteen sees the anime rivals discussing:

• Re:ZERO season 3
• Galette smashes their Kickstarter campaign
• Trapezium gets an Australian cinematic release
• American schools banning certain manga because they're dumb
• Delico's Nursery continues to get better
• Twilight Out of Focus delivering bigtime trashy goodness
• Love is Indivisible by Twins bringing that romantic sibling rivalry
• Oshi no Ko season 2 is quickly ascending to PEAK anime status
• Plus lots more anime yappage and opinions!!

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The fourteenth episode of More Than Headlines – your go-to podcast for all things anime is here so get ready to go against the wishes of the demon lord!

Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳

Episode fourteen sees the anime rivals discussing:

• Animaga 2024
• Jujutsu Kaisen coming to an end
• The passing of Atsuko Tanaka
• Look Back getting a western cinematic release
• Uma Musume and KFC
• The Magical Girl and the Evil Lieutenant Used to Be Archenemies being one of the best of the season
• Courting the grim reaper in A Date with Death
• Terminator Zero being some of the stronger content from this universe in years
• Makeine being an absolute MUST WATCH
• Brendan falling in love with The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity
• Plus lots more anime related yappage!

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