Calling out all Hunters!

The Amateur Otaku has returned with a new season of anime goodness and with a deep dive into the animation sensation that is Netflix’s Castlevania! Brandon and Isak share their thoughts on all three seasons, its themes and why the series is one of the best video game adaptations ever made. Period.

Spoilers lie ahead, so tread carefully and PRESS PLAY as we travel the darkest corners of Wallachia as The Amateur Otaku enter Netflix’s Castlevania!

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It's Time To Celebrate!!!

Join The Amateur Otaku as they bring their all for the pod's Season One Finale! And what better way to celebrate than by talking about some of the best live-action anime adaptations ever made. That's right, ladies and gents, we are talking about the Rurouni Kenshin live-action trilogy produced by Warner Bros. Japan. We cover the good, the bad and the awesome to let you know why these films should be part of every anime lover's collection or at least on your 2020 viewing list. And this discussion couldn't have arrived at a better time since it was recently announced that two more Kenshin movies will be arriving this year, which makes this the perfect time to jump into the Kenshin express to get caught up! We also cover our first listener question and bring back our "Dream Topic" segment to end year one with a bang!

So, PRESS PLAY, draw your blades as Brandon and Isak celebrate The Amateur Otaku's Season One Finale!

In this episode, you'll find:

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Ladies and Gents!

It is time to talk psychics, spirits and the trials of youth as Brandon and Doc Isak dive into the first season of Mob Psycho 100. The marvelous manga from the creator of One-Punch Man, the writer only known as ONE shares the story of 14-year old Mob as he strives to survive being a teenager and having god-like psychic abilities. Our guys talk the madness, the creativity and brilliance that floods this fantastic anime; but  without spoiling so much that you wouldn't want to check it out yourself. So, PRESS PLAY and bring your bag of salt because The Amateur Otaku is going 100% on Mob Psycho!

In this episode you'll find:

- In depth discussion on Mob Psycho 100, Season One 

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Episode 18 is here, Ladies and Gents!

The Amateur Otaku travel to the lawless planet of Gunsmoke to talk about the 20th century gem that is Yasuhiro Nightow’s Trigun! Filled with laughs, awesome action and complex characters, Trigun gracefully mixes sci-fi and steam punk elements within a wild west setting. Brandon and Doc. Isak share their love for the series, while highlighting why its a must-see for anime fans and an ideal pick for those starting out. So, Press Play and join The Amateur Otaku as the fight for love and peace with Vash, The Stampede as they discuss the timeless classic known as Trigun!

In this episode, you’ll find:

- An in-depth discussion on Trigun, complete series.

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Hello, 2020!!

Here at The Amateur Otaku, we have decided to start the new year with a bang by unleashing this bonus episode and its all about the latest film that has taken over the cultural zeitgeist: Star Wars Episode IX, The Rise of Skywalker! Embracing the meaning of what it is to be an Otaku, Isak and I (Brandon) talk about all the details that we have been obsessing since the film's release; but we don't do it alone! For this special occasion, we travel through the galaxy to enlist the help of our force sensitive brothers: Mike Thomas from the Mike and John at the Movies podcast and Landon Beall from Story Bake! So, strap on to your speeder bikes, PRESS PLAY and join our crew as we discuss the final chapter of the cinematic epic known as The Skywalker Saga!

In this episode, you'll find:

- An off-the-cuff, no-holds barred spoiler discussion of Star Wars Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker

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‘Twas the night before Christmas and the last pod of the year, two Otakus talk anime and record filled with cheer.

Tokyo Godfathers, Isak’s favorite Christmas Carol, an anime wonder worth the battle between Brandon and Crackle.

A heartwarming story, a classic tale for years to come. Produced by Madhouse and directed by Satoshi Kon.

So, grab your hot cocoa and press play to join the fun, as we celebrate Christmas at The Amateur Otaku Pod!

In this episode, you'll find:

-A joyful discussion on Satoshi Kon's Christmas masterpiece, Tokyo Godfathers

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Episode 16 is officially here!

Join Brandon and Doc Isak as discuss one of the most terrifyingly awesome Anime of the last 20 years, Hellsing Ultimate. The darkness, the gore, the humor and those shards of depth that are found throughout the OVA series are explored as they dive into they sink their teeth into the tales of the infamous vampire Alucard, the innocent Seras Victoria and the righteous Sir Integra Fairbrook Wingates Hellsing. So, PRESS PLAY and enjoy our take on a Nightmare before Christmas as the Amateur Otaku unleashes the unholy seals of Hellsing Ultimate!

- Discussion of Chapter I-X of the Hellsing Ultimate OVA series 

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Good news, fellow Otakus!

Episode 15 has arrived and it comes with a bang as Brandon and Doc Isak cover the action packed sensation that is Black Lagoon! From Revy's bad-ass antics and 90's references to Rock's downward spiral journey through the depths of the criminal underworld; we share our love for Roanupur's favorite shipping company by covering the entire series as whole. Including the OVA's that comprise Roberta's Blood Trail. Black Lagoon is yet another masterpiece by Madhouse that is filled with interesting characters and tense scenarios that leave you wanting more. So, PRESS PLAY and join our band of pirates as we share the spoils of the awesomeness that is Black Lagoon!

- Full Review of  Black Lagoon, Black Lagoon: The Second Barrage and Black Lagoon: Robert's Blood Trail

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ATOMSK!!!!

Rejoice, ladies and gents alike because a new episode of The Amateur Otaku Podcast is here and what crazy and fantastic episode at that! It is with great joy that invite you to join Brandon and Doc Isak as they discuss the good, the weird, sincerely deep and insane anime series that is FLCL (Fooly Cooly). We cover the series as whole (Season 1, Progressive and Alternative), the madness, the mythology, the symbols, the works, for your enjoyment. So, what are you waiting for?!?!! Press Play, grab your interstellar bass guitars and hyper-speed Vespas as you join us for this ATOMSK-Powered edition of The Amateur Otaku Podcast!

In this episode, you’ll find:

- FLCL The Series – Overview

- FLCL Season One

- FLCL Progressive

- FLCL ALternative

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AUDIO EXCERPTS FOR INTRO (SPIKY SEEDS) AND OUTRO (LITTLE BUSTER) IS CREDITED TO THE FANTASTIC BAND THAT PROVIDED THE MUSIC FOR THE MAJORITY OF THE FLCL SERIES, THE PILLOWS.