That's Dope! Podcast

That's Dope! Podcast

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That's Dope! Podcast episodes

  • The Best Picture of 2025 Is...

    Lee returns to the podcast to explain the drama and comedy of the latest Academy Awards along with his top movie choices of the year! (This was recorded 2 weeks before the awards also).

    His choices before the show are:

    Picture

    Anora

    Director

    Anora

    Actor

    Adrien Brody, The Brutalist

    Actress

    Demi Moore, The Substance

    S. Actor

    Kieran Culkin, A Real Pain

    S. Actress

    Zoe Saldana, Emilia Perez

    Adapted

    Conclave

    Original

    Anora

    Cinematography

    The Brutalist

    Costume Design

    Wicked

    Film Editing

    Conclave

    Makeup/Hair

    The Substance

    Production Design

    Wicked

    Score

    Conclave

    Song

    El Mal, Emilia Perez

    Sound

    A Complete Unknown

    Visual Effects

    Dune: Part Two

    Animated Feature

    Flow

    Documentary Feature

    No Other Land

    International Film

    I'm Still Here

    Animated Short

    Yuck!

    Documentary Short

    Incident

    Live Action Short

    Anuja

    Special Guest: Lee Henry.

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    1 hr 9 min
  • The Explainer Guy

    Godswill teams up with Lui of LA Manga Cafe to chat it up with Senpapi Gabe, a rising star in the content creation scene, as he makes the best fandom explaining videos online as well as standing up for people's rights with his voice.

    00:00

    Introduction and Guest Introduction
    03:01
    Exploring the Game: Belatro
    06:01
    The Impact of Belatro on Gaming Culture
    09:07
    Diving into One Piece and Its Cultural Significance
    12:01
    The Art of Storytelling in Manga and Literature
    14:59
    Senpapi Gabe: Content Creation Journey
    17:58
    Using Influence for Social Causes
    19:43
    Humanizing Tragedy Through Storytelling
    22:07
    Cultural Disconnect and Societal Ignorance
    27:26
    Reflections on Political Choices and Consequences
    30:17
    Gaming Preferences: Good vs. Evil Playthroughs
    35:20
    Exploring Fictional Characters and Personal Connections
    38:23
    Exploring Personal Gaming Preferences
    41:09
    The Kingdom Hearts Debate
    44:40
    Understanding Kingdom Hearts' Story Complexity
    46:09
    The Impact of Journey and Exploration Games
    53:40
    Diving into What Remains of Edith Finch
    54:46
    Exploring Short Narrative Games
    56:59
    The Metal Gear Legacy
    01:02:30
    Death Stranding and Its Unique Mechanics
    01:08:58
    One Piece: Theories and Community Engagement

    Special Guest: Senpapi Gabe.

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    1 hr 13 min
  • The Weirdos

    Tony Weaver Jr. comes back to the podcast to talk about his latest book, Weirdo, graphic novel memoir about an awkward preteen who loves all things geeky but struggles with mental health issues and self-doubt. We get into it with how music saved us as awkward youth, how we need to listen to kids as they grow in a post-COVID world, and so much more in this great episode!

    00:00

    Reconnecting and Reflecting on Growth
    02:56
    The Impact of Literature and Personal Experiences
    05:52
    Navigating Identity and Community
    08:58
    Addressing Racism and Media Representation
    12:02
    The Importance of Listening to Youth
    15:01
    Understanding Learning Loss and Its Effects
    17:59
    Confronting Masculinity and Societal Expectations
    33:39
    Changing Hearts in Modern Times
    34:43
    The Role of Challenge in Personal Growth
    36:23
    The Impact of Information on Beliefs
    38:16
    Navigating Racism in Content Creation
    39:42
    Focusing on Ideas Over Individuals
    40:32
    Empathy and Understanding in Discussions
    41:52
    The Importance of Representation
    43:34
    Racism in Nerd Spaces
    45:10
    Cultural Perceptions and Misunderstandings
    47:23
    The State of Online Communities
    49:15
    Content as a Battleground for Culture Wars
    51:04
    Experiences of Racism in Japan
    54:48
    The Need for Offline Conversations
    57:54
    The Importance of Genuine Conversations
    01:01:37
    Learning from Mistakes and Growing Together

    Special Guest: Tony Weaver Jr.

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    1 hr 7 min
  • Pussycats and Anime

    Violet Myers (2024's Top 3 actress on the Hub) joins the podcast to get into the real nitty gritty with Godswill, anime and cats of course! Get to know what Violet Myers is about in this episode along with so much more.

    00:00

    Building a Supportive Team
    02:55
    Family Involvement in Work
    06:01
    The Joys of Pet Ownership
    08:48
    Diving into JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
    11:59
    Character Favorites and Cosplay
    15:01
    Anime Recommendations and Trends
    20:40
    The Quirky World of Anime: Vending Machines and Beyond
    23:13
    Anime Recommendations for Newcomers and Veterans
    24:35
    Nostalgia and Evolution: The Shift in Anime Styles
    28:50
    Parenting and Anime: What to Introduce to Kids
    30:59
    Gaming and Family: Building Bonds Through Play
    36:06
    Cats and Companionship: A Feline Discussion
    41:35
    Cat Chronicles: Feline Fights and Adventures
    44:18
    Anime Inspirations: Naming Cats After Characters
    46:50
    Cosplay Dreams: Designing Unique Outfits
    48:47
    The Future of 18+ Conventions
    51:39
    Navigating Adult Content and Public Spaces
    57:44
    Nerd Culture: Embracing Anime and Gaming
    01:02:11
    Finding Connection Through Anime Stories
    01:03:50
    The Creative Process Behind Anime and Manga
    01:05:45
    The Challenges Faced by Creators
    01:06:31
    The Importance of Staying True to Source Material
    01:08:00
    Exploring the Horror Genre
    01:10:02
    Understanding Michael Myers and Horror Tropes
    01:12:17
    The Balance Between Work and Personal Life
    01:14:41
    The Wholesome Side of the Industry
    01:17:50
    Normalizing the Adult Industry
    01:22:34
    Giving Back and Spreading Awareness

    Special Guest: Violet Myers.

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    1 hr 27 min
  • Is Horror For Black People?

    Godswill brings in American horror artist and mangaka, Gigi Murakami, to talk about her recent horror manga, Resenter, and much more like if Black people can enjoy horror as a medium, contrary to popular belief. Check it out!

    Special Guest: Gigi Murakami.

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    1 hr 24 min
  • The Power of Anime and God

    Tracy Allen returns to the podcast to continue the talks from the previous episode! We get into visiting Japan, discussing real-life topics in anime like Dandadan, representing your religion in today's culture, and so much more.

    Special Guest: Tracy Allen.

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    1 hr 52 min
  • Believe It!

    You better believe that Tracy Allen is on the podcast! Tracy is rising up in the content creation world and he explains how he got started with it, how he balances his faith while making content, and his hottest anime community takes on this episode.

    0:46- getting started

    3:40- creative mindset in making content
    6:42- Is TikTok good?
    13:54- starting dancing with churches
    17:43- road tripping
    21:10- faith in the modern era
    28:34- community building of hidden sub village
    36:21- negative comments online
    41:49- The Big 3 of anime
    47:12- anime hot takes

    Special Guest: Tracy Allen.

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    1 hr 18 min
  • Caleb the Collab King

    CalebxSwag joins the podcast to talk about his journey with his family in getting into the nerd scene and collecting the coolest of swag. Also we get into how he started making content, being straight edge, and so much more!

    1- Smash main

    3:20 - Interview tips
    6:09 - starting One Piece
    9:31 - Mom getting into nerd culture
    15:47- Deadpool and the MCU
    21:02- Living in Montana
    29:35- Collecting tattoos
    33:22- Nerd culture while growing up
    33:10- becoming straight edge
    39:02- are people nicer or worse these days
    42:13- Midnight releases
    45:12- sports and growing

    Special Guest: Caleb Swag.

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    1 hr 48 min
  • Mr. and Mrs City

    We bring on CalebCity and Kimmie D to talk about their recent wedding and what they've learned since they told us about their relationship way back on episode 6! Also we get into anime tropes they have issues with, how Lightyear teaches physics, Elden Ring lore, and so much more.

    0:00 - Elden Ring Lore and Master/Slave mentality

    4:25 - Is Deku a weak MC?
    9:52 - Is there a perfect anime? Maybe FMA
    12:43 - Is Bleach ruined by filler?
    17:02 - Was the Broly movie good?
    21:36 - Learning science from Interstellar and Lightyear
    23:19 - Got married! and dating rules
    1:03:45 - Dumb dating rules from the internet
    1:08:40 - talking crazy about Vinland Saga
    1:23:48 - Is Castlevania a 10/10?
    1:27:53 - Elden Ring Lore pt 2
    1:35:52 - Oda free styling One Piece
    1:43:28 - Dandadan popularity
    1:50:42- anime vs manga
    1:54:18 - fighting games
    2:06:02 - Party Animals Platinum
    2:11:34 - underrated games

    Special Guests: CalebCity and Kimmie D.

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    2 hr 15 min

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Join Godswill Ugwa as he runs the gamut of topics to chew the fat on: anime, music, video games, fighting, politics, current events, and much more.