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| 6/21/26 | 237- Now and Then, Here and [WEEB] | After weeks of teasing, Cole and Jay finally watch cult classic isekai: Now and Then, Here and There! Does it live up to the hype?Also, are all Isekai anime treated equal? Jay goes through pain, Cole's going to see what he considers "the best band ever to exist and ever will exist" And more! | — | ||||||
| 6/14/26 | 236 - If You Choose To [WEEB] It | Tournaments are BACK baby! Cole and Jay have been playing First Light, and it had them thinking, " Which anime character would make a good secret agent?" And so, 14 combatants will enter, but only one will walk out the definitive AniPro MI6 agent!Also, TONS of new games have been announced, and more! | — | ||||||
| 6/7/26 | 235 - From Best To [WEEB] | This one's long overdue. This week, the boys examine the AniPro rating scale to explain what each score means! With an anime example to clarify, this is the comprehensive AniPro rating guide!Also, Cole's driving around, Mike's getting competitive. Jay's joined a secret service, and more! | — | ||||||
| 5/31/26 | 234 - [WEEB] The Scales | You asked, they answered! This week, AniPro asked YOU for your best 'Would You Rather' questions! From general dilemmas to anime predicaments, the boys have a lot of decision making ahead!Also, Cole's driving to weeb music, Jay's back in the studio, and more! | — | ||||||
| 5/24/26 | 233 - Inventions That [WEEB] Us | You've been there, an anime character will bust out some foreign piece of equipment that makes absolutely no sense to you. Today, AniPro takes a closer look at these items, and puts them under the microscope to see if they make any logistical sense at all!Also, Mike plays "video game product", Cole dreams about big, humanoid robots, Jay's "celebrating" with his "friends", and more! | — | ||||||
| 5/17/26 | 232 - Rakugo With [WEEB] | Akane Banashi Review, Campfire Traditions, Weiss Schwarz & Union ArenaWelcome to the other side of Shonen Jump! While the magazine may be known for its hit action series, it also contains other genres that are sure to excite and entice you just as much. This week: the boys review the Rakugo competition manga: Akane-Banashi! Also, Mike's gathering around a campfire, Cole's roasting weenies, Jay's playing some card game; War or whatever, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction & Campfire Traditions14:59 - NHL Playoffs, World Cup & Sports Snacks22:34 - Card Games: Weiss Schwarz & Union Arena31:10 - Mailbag: Our Favorite Idols & Best Girls40:25 - Akane Banashi Origins & Podcast Ad Break47:01 - Akane Banashi Manga Review & Story Details01:00:08 - Character Dynamics & Plot Twists01:14:28 - Is Akane Banashi A Sports Manga?01:20:01 - The Art of Rakugo & The Anime Adaptation01:37:42 - Final Ratings & Wrapping UpSupport AniPro:TokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 offPatreonMailbagFollow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Magical Girl DandelionAnime: Now and Then, Here and ThereMusic & Credits:Opening: "Shibuya" via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 5/10/26 | 231 - [WEEB] Has Sprung | Spring 2026 Anime Check-In - Sequel Surprises & Top 10 Spring Anime 2026With a chonky season ahead, AniPro is here to give YOU the top 10 best new anime Spring has to offer! From stories by returning veterans to the new hit on the block, there's a lot to cover!Also, the boys discuss the sequels they're checking out, give a few honourable mentions, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction & Spring 2026 Mid-Season Check-In09:03 - Returning Sequels: Dorohedoro S2 & Re:Zero S415:00 - Wistoria S2, Farming Life & Classroom of the Elite23:59 - Honorable Mentions & Stylish New Anime Adaptations28:24 - Gyaru Anime, Odd Pairings & Romantic Comedies38:47 - Mailbag: Agricultural Mechas & Fullmetal Alchemist Trivia52:06 - Counting Down The Top 10 New Anime of Spring 202654:01 - Ramparts of Ice & Release That Witch01:03:33 - The Klutzy Class Monitor & Daemons of the Shadow Realm01:13:22 - Agent of the Four Seasons & Needy Girl Overdose01:22:15 - Nippon Sangoku & Marriage Toxin01:33:22 - Botan, Kamina, Foley Blossoms When Drunk01:38:41 - Witch Hat Atelier: The Best Show of the Season01:48:27 - Wrapping Up & Next Time on AniProSupport AniPro:PatreonMailbagTokyoTreat (Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 off)Follow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Akane BanashiAnime: Now and Then, Here and ThereMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 5/3/26 | 230 - [WEEB] Explore Evangelion | Neon Genesis Evangelion Anime Review, It's Cultural Impact & Hideaki Anno DiscussionThe latest listeners' choice review is here! You voted, and they listened; this week, AniPro reviews the anime many consider to be Hideaki Anno's magnum Opus: Neon Genesis Evangelion! Tune in and find out whether or not it lives up to the hype, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro to Neon Genesis Evangelion & Cultural Impact05:53 - Psychological Depth, Genre Deconstruction & Themes12:04 - Evangelion's Merchandising Success & Obscure Legacy30:00 - Evolution of Anime Openings & Character Archetypes45:58 - The Complexities of Hideaki Anno53:08 - Operation Yashima Trivia & Break56:08 - Listener's Choice Review: Evangelion & Recommendations01:08:06 - Character Deep Dive: Shinji, Misato & Self-Perception01:22:00 - Are the Characters Over-Hated or Over-Analyzed?01:39:27 - Production Choices, The Elevator Scene & Visuals01:51:31 - Ambiguity in Storytelling & Creator Psychoanalysis02:05:11 - Wrapping Up, Final Ratings & Next Time on AniProSupport AniPro:TokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 off: https://team.tokyotreat.com/AniProPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/AniProPodMailbag: https://anipropod.com/mailbagFollow & Subscribe:X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/AniProPodInstagram: https://instagram.com/anipropodDiscord: https://discord.gg/dV5tMCWvM7Next Reviews:Manga: Akane BanashiAnime: Now and Then, Here and ThereMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 4/26/26 | 229 - The Defense Calls [WEEB] To The Stand | Defending Anime PR Disasters + Wrestlemania XL, Manga Recommendations, One Piece X Popeyes, & K-Pop Concerts The boys channel their inner Phoenix Wright, this week, as they assemble the best defense team for an anime character of their choosing! What heinous crime did they commit? Well, that's up to the co-hosts to decide of course!Also, Cole's taking suggestions, Mike returns, Jay watches ads (with a bit of wrestling), and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & WrestleMania 4005:50 - Vegas Trips & Desert Drives08:54 - Manga: Girl Meets Rock11:57 - Twice Concert & Spice Girls14:57 - One Piece x Popeyes & Wings35:06 - Mailbag: Shounen Anime Story45:00 - QotW: The Simpsons Record56:05 - PR Game: Defending Villains01:04:59 - Drafting The Defense Teams01:34:29 - Roleplaying Press Conference01:58:53 - Wrapping Up & Next TimeSupport AniPro:PatreonMailbagTokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 offFollow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Akane BanashiAnime: Neon Genesis EvangelionMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 4/19/26 | 228 - [WEEB] Predict the Crunchyroll Anime Awards! | 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards Predictions + Yu-Gi-Oh, Seasonal Anime & BionicleWhile Mike is away, Cole and Jay take it upon themselves to start an annual tradition. This week, join 2/3rds of AniPro as they analyze and predict who will win the 2026 Crunchyroll awards!Also, Cole's got the dueling bug, Jay's watching shows, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro, Seasonal Anime & Card Game Nostalgia14:54 - Childhood Toys, VHS Tapes & Media Evolution35:02 - Mailbag: Evolving Anime Cinematography42:46 - The Crunchyroll Awards: Mid-Year Rant & Intro51:49 - Music & Sequences: Endings, Openings, Scores & Songs01:08:29 - Character Awards: Must Protect, Supporting & Main01:16:16 - Genre Battles: Slice of Life, Drama, Isekai & Action01:25:35 - Comedy, Romance & Technical Achievements01:42:49 - Series Awards: Original, New & Continuing01:51:29 - The Big Ones: Film & Anime of the Year01:58:18 - Wrapping Up & Next Time on AniProSupport AniPro:PatreonMailbagTokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 offFollow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Akane Banashi → Magical Girl DandelionAnime: Neon Genesis Evangelion → Now and Then, Here and ThereMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
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| 4/12/26 | 227 - Drunk on [WEEB] | Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When Drunk Manga Review + The Mario Galaxy Movie, Artemis II, Pokémon Sleep / Gen 6 It's been a while, and AniPro is raring to review another manga! This week, it's the manga that spawned an upcoming adaptation: Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When Drunk! Tune in to find out if it's a manga to remember, or something the boys wish they could blackout from their memory!Also, Cole's blasting off, Jay watched a movie, Mike's getting a good night's sleep, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & The Super Mario Bros. Movie Review12:10 - Space Exploration: The Artemis II Mission21:50 - Pokémon X, TCG & Pokémon Sleep33:31 - AniPro Asks: The Indestructible Gulf War Game Boy39:37 - Mailbag: Pitching New Sports Manga Ideas48:50 - Manga Review: Botan Kamina Fully Blossoms When Drunk01:12:17 - Production, Art Style & Edutainment Elements01:22:31 - Character Dynamics, Pacing & The Anime Adaptation01:45:24 - Final Thoughts, Ratings & Next Time on AniProSupport AniPro:TokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 offPatreonMailbagFollow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Akane BanashiAnime: Neon Genesis EvangelionMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 4/5/26 | 226 - Wrapping the Winter [WEEB] | Winter 2026 Anime Awards - Biggest Flops, Best Girls, & Anime of the SeasonYou've seen our Spring impressions, now it's Winter's turn! This week, AniPro awards the best Winter 2026's anime season had to offer! From best visuals, to best girl, and the coveted best new and continuing anime of the season, there are a lot of awards to give, and a lot of steals to be made!We're breaking down the biggest hits and the most surprising misses, touching on everything from the dominance of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End and Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3, to standout newcomers like You and I Are Polar Opposites and Journal with Witch. Plus, we debate where shows like Fate/Strange Fake, Steel Ball Run, Oshi no Ko Season 3, and Chained Soldier landed in our rankings, alongside some hidden gems and the biggest flops of the season.Also, Mike's enjoying YouTube, one show finds awards dominance, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Winter 2026 Anime Awards Begin02:58 - Podcast Banter & Pokémon TCG Talk12:05 - Anime Awards Scoring & Draft Recap23:45 - The Biggest Flops of Winter 202630:12 - Best Opening & Ending Sequences41:16 - Best Writing & Plot47:24 - Visuals, Animation & Direction57:59 - Studio of the Season01:01:02 - Best Girl01:21:42 - Best Boy01:32:19 - Best Ensemble Cast01:40:00 - Most Fun Anime of the Season01:47:30 - Most Underrated Anime01:56:11 - Best Continuing or Returning Anime02:01:58 - Best New Anime & Wrapping UpSupport AniPro:PatreonMailbagTokyoTreat (Code: ANIPRO)Follow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When DrunkAnime: Neon Genesis EvangelionMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 3/29/26 | 225 - A Preview of [WEEB] | Top 15 New Anime To Watch - Spring 2026 Season PreviewWith Spring 2026 on the horizon, AniPro is here to help YOU figure out what to watch! This season of anime has a little something for everyone, so there's bound to be a banger just waiting for your eyes!We're breaking down our top 15 most anticipated new shows, including Witch Hat Atelier, Daemons of the Shadow Realm, and Rooster Fighter, plus returning heavyweights like Re;Zero and Dr. Stone. Also, Cole's telling the time, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro, Spring 2026 Preview & Affordable Watches09:00 - Returning Sequels: ReZero, Dr. Stone & Wistoria25:27 - More Sequels: Dorohedoro, Classroom of the Elite & Farming Life42:25 - Question of the Week, Sponsor Break & Death Note Trivia54:30 - Jay's Top 15 Anime Setup & Early Picks01:05:13 - Top 15: Pedals of Reincarnation & Witch Hat Atelier01:19:40 - Top 15: Daemons of the Shadow Realm, Akane Banashi & BL Picks01:34:16 - Top 15: Snowball Earth, Needy Girl Overdose & Aaron the Southpaw01:44:29 - Top 15: Rooster Fighter, Dumb Prefect & Ramparts of Ice01:54:40 - Top 15: Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku & 2nd Prettiest Girl02:01:15 - Honorable Mentions & Next Time on AniProSupport AniPro:TokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 offPatreonMailbagFollow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When DrunkAnime: Neon Genesis EvangelionMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 3/22/26 | 224 - Gaming Gone [WEEB] | Gaming Hot Takes + One Piece Live Action Season 2, Chainsaw Man, JJK Modulo ThoughtsThe game corner continues as AniPro fires off their hottest gaming takes! From Nintendo, to IGN, the boys have takes bound to spice things up! Also, Jay's One Piece of work, Mike finished a manga, Cole has someone read him a bedtime story, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & Live-Action One Piece Season 206:11 - Manga Endings: Chainsaw Man & Jujutsu Kaisen26:07 - The Exorcist Audiobook & Reading Habits40:32 - Mailbag: Trusted Anime Studios in 202646:20 - Zelda Trivia, Ad Break & Teeny Tiny Trophy54:06 - Gaming Hot Takes: Sports Games & Open Worlds01:13:09 - Graphics Obsession vs. Unique Game Art01:21:35 - Nintendo's Business Practices & Hardware01:35:01 - Overrated Original Pokémon Games & Nostalgia01:42:58 - The Flaws of Numbered Game Reviews01:51:01 - Framerate Obsession, Remakes & Paid DLC02:02:42 - Wrapping Up & Next Time on AniProSupport AniPro:PatreronMailbagTokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 offFollow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When DrunkAnime: Neon Genesis EvangelionMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 3/15/26 | 223 - [WEEB]y Streamer Overload | Needy Streamer Overload Game Review + Transformers One & Umamusume MovieAniPro broadens their horizons with their first game review! What better way to kick off a new segment than with a manic, unhinged game that spawned an anime: Needy Streamer Overload!Also, the boys watched movies, times are a-changin', Cole got new Gundams, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & Umamusume Movie06:03 - Crimson Desert & Sci-Fi vs Fantasy12:01 - Transformers One Review15:01 - The Daylight Savings Rant26:26 - Uncut Gems Review31:08 - Mailbag: The Variety Pack Dilemma40:40 - Trivia: The First Pokémon Ever Made47:36 - Needy Streamer Overload Review01:01:09 - Gameplay, Endings & The Switch Version01:34:23 - The Upcoming Anime Adaptation01:38:47 - Final Ratings & Next Time on AniProSupport AniPro:TokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 offPatreonMailbagFollow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Anime: Now and Then, Here and ThereManga: Botan Kamina Fully Blossoms When DrunkMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 3/8/26 | 222 - [WEEB] Become Anime Shills | Pitching Shameless Anime Ads, High School Reunions & Modern Pokémon ComplaintsIn an exciting twist of fate, AniPro has been given full-reign to insert product placements into some of the best anime! What products are they inserting? And how do they envision the ads playing out? Tune in to this wacky episode and find out!Also, Cole's figuring things out, Mike's embracing a new generation, Jay wants a reunion, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & The Purple Tape Entertainment Sellout05:59 - Beast Wars, Gunpla & Figure Collecting Limits11:57 - High School Reunions & The Grade 6 Attractiveness List30:52 - The State of Pokémon: X & Y, Switch Ports & Legends Z-A46:22 - Was Dr. Pepper a Paid Steins;Gate Sponsor?52:31 - Shameless Anime Ads & Anime Food Tangents1:01:26 - Pitches: Attack on Titan, Laid-Back Camp & One Piece1:18:04 - Pitches: Dragon Ball Z, Canada Goose & Chainsaw Man1:32:09 - Pitches: Uma Musume, Death Note, JoJo, Lain & Frieren1:46:58 - Upcoming Reviews: Botan Kamiina, Now and Then & MoreSupport AniPro:PatreonMailbagTokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 offFollow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When DrunkAnime: Now and Then, Here and ThereGame: Needy Streamer OverloadLive Action: One Piece Live ActionMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 3/1/26 | 221 - The One Piece is [WEEB] | Can the Live Action Fix a One Piece Hater? + Top 10 Zelda Games, Beast Wars & Slay the Spire The wait is finally over. After weeks of teasing, after Cole resolved to continue to hate it in 2026, AniPro finally watches the live action Netflix adaptation of Eiichiro Oda's One Piece! Do the boys like it? Or was the treasure merely the friends made along the way?Also, Mike's playing Zeldas, Jay's slaying spires, Cole's reliving his childhood, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Introductions & US Olympic Hockey06:03 - Parenting Woes & Sickness08:34 - The Legend of Zelda Franchise & IGN Top 10 Debate25:02 - Slay the Spire Board Game Impressions29:34 - Transformers: Beast Wars & 90s CG Nostalgia36:11 - Mailbag: What Power Does Kirby Get From Us?40:43 - AniPro Asks Trivia: One Piece Casting49:38 - One Piece Live Action Review Starts01:01:28 - Production, Sets & Multicultural Casting01:09:33 - The Straw Hats & Villain Actor Performances01:29:25 - Questionable CGI & Directorial Choices01:37:41 - Adaptation Changes & Future Season Worries01:55:15 - Final Thoughts & Next ReviewsSupport AniPro:TokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 offPatreonMailbagFollow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When DrunkAnime: Now and Then, Here and ThereGame: Needy Streamer OverloadLive Action: One Piece Live ActionMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 2/22/26 | 220 - You and I are Polar [WEEB]s | Winter 2026 Mid-Season Anime Reactions + Pokémon Switch News & JJK ModuloJoin AniPro as they list their top 10 winter 2026 anime! From exciting newcomers to beloved returns, there's bound to be an anime for you!Also, Cole's returned, Mike's reading manga, Jay's excited for a 22 year old game, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & Cole's Japan Trip03:39 - Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen on Switch!11:03 - Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Manga34:39 - Winter 2026 Honorable Mentions38:28 - Hell's Paradise S2 & SHIBOYUGI44:01 - MF Ghost S3 & Gnosia47:57 - Trivia: Is Silent Hill's School from Kindergarten Cop?52:50 - The Winter 2026 Top 10 Anime55:38 - #10: Love Through a Prism1:00:38 - #9: Sentenced To Be a Hero1:06:04 - #8: Chained Soldier Season 21:12:14 - #7: Tamon's B-Side1:18:24 - #6: Oshi no Ko Season 31:24:33 - #5: Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 21:29:30 - #4: Journal with Witch1:34:05 - #3: Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3: The Culling Game1:40:39 - #2: You and I Are Polar Opposites1:45:59 - #1: Fate/strange Fake1:51:50 - Upcoming Reviews: Botan Kamiina, Now and Then, Here and There & MoreSupport AniPro:PatreonTokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 offMailbagFollow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When DrunkAnime: Now and Then, Here and ThereGame: Needy Streamer OverloadLive Action: One Piece Live ActionMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 2/15/26 | 219 - A Preconceived [WEEB] | Is Anime Just for Kids? Debunking Myths + Star Trek, Pokémon, & New Anime MoviesThere are a lot of misunderstandings out there, so this week AniPro is playing Mythbusters as they put those impressions to the test!Also, Cole's on his long-foretold trip to the otherlands (or is he?), Jay's a champion of some other kind, Mike remembers his movie marathon, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & The "Cole is Away" Prank03:38 - Cole's Star Trek Phase & Enterprise Model11:03 - Best Western Openings: Simpsons, Dragon Ball, Pokemon16:30 - Jay's Pokémon Platinum Run & Team21:59 - The Legacy of Nintendo Consoles32:03 - Mike's Solo Cinema Trip & Marvel Runtimes37:18 - Movie Review: All You Need Is Kill41:15 - Movie Review: The Tale of the Princess Kaguya46:31 - True or False: Can Magikarp Jump a Mountain?51:39 - Myth: Anime is Just Pornography01:00:18 - Myth: Anime is for Kids01:07:09 - Myth: Manga Isn't Real Reading01:18:42 - Myth: Manga is Always Better than Anime01:30:37 - Myth: Subs are Always Superior to Dubs01:45:02 - Upcoming Reviews: One Piece Live Action & MoreSupport AniPro:PatreonMailbagTokyoTreat (Code: ANIPRO)Follow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:TV: One Piece Live ActionGame: Needy Streamer OverloadAnime: Now and Then, Here and ThereManga: Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When DrunkMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 2/8/26 | 218 - The Fifth Annual [WEEB]ies | 2025 Anime Awards - Anime of the Year, Best Girl & Our Teeny Tiny TrophyOver the past few weeks, you've voted, and now it's time! It's the fifth annual WEEBie awards: the annual AniPro awards show that will determine what the best anime had to offer truly was! From best OP, to best girl, to Anime of the Year, this is a show you're not going to want to miss!Also, a winner is crowned, one of us is out of touch, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction & The 5th Annual WEEBie Awards05:26 - How the Voting Works09:03 - Explaining "Out of Touch" Points & The Teeny Tiny Trophy13:06 - Biggest Flop of 202518:08 - Best Opening Sequence23:26 - Best Ending Sequence29:29 - Best Direction37:00 - Visuals in Anime45:00 - Best Studio53:52 - Question of the Week: Was Kirby named after a vacuum? & Ad Break58:32 - Best Girl01:08:36 - Best Boy01:14:48 - Best Duo01:22:01 - Most Fun Anime01:28:09 - Most Underrated Anime01:35:47 - Anime of the Year01:43:08 - The "Out of Touch" Award01:47:51 - Teeny Tiny Trophy Presentation01:51:39 - Upcoming ReviewsSupport AniPro:PatreonMailbagTokyoTreat (Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 off)Follow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When DrunkAnime: Now and Then, Here and ThereGame: Needy Streamer OverloadTV: One Piece Live ActionCredits: Opening: “Shibuya” | Music via slip.stream & Break Music by AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 2/1/26 | 217 - [WEEB] Torch | Black Torch Review & The Canceled Manga DebateWith an anime on the way, AniPro took a look at the Black Torch manga to see what caused the greenlight despite its early demise!Also, Jay's still sick, Mike's throwing on music, Cole's all over the map, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & The Tower of Manga04:50 - Reading Detective Conan09:50 - YouTube Premium & Background Noise16:29 - Purple Tape Entertainment28:11 - Upcoming Manga Reviews: Botan Kamiina, Akane Banashi & Magical Girl Dandelion41:05 - Question of the Week: The Skyrim Giant Glitch45:11 - Review: Black Torch51:18 - Do Axed Manga Deserve Anime Adaptations?56:50 - Comparing Black Torch to Kaiju No. 8 & Chainsaw Man01:00:31 - The Bleach Inspiration & Art Style01:13:00 - Shonen Tropes & Loose Ends01:23:30 - Did the Ending Satisfy?01:34:16 - Why Was It Popular in the West?01:40:43 - Hopes for the Anime Adaptation01:48:33 - Final Thoughts & Ratings01:57:14 - Upcoming Anime, Game & TV ReviewsSupport AniPro:PatreonMailbagTokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 offFollow & Subscribe:X (Twitter)InstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When DrunkAnime: Now and Then, Here and ThereGame: Needy Streamer OverloadTV: One Piece Live ActionCredits: Opening: “Shibuya” | Music via slip.stream & AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 1/25/26 | 216 - The Worst of the [WEEB] | 2025 Worst Anime Awards - The Middies, Overrated Shows & Our Favorite ReviewsWhile they warm up for the WEEBies, AniPro explored the other end of the spectrum. This week, it's the worst of Anime in 2025. AniPro Presents: The MIDdies!Also, the boys reminisce about their past reviews, Cole's found a new obsession, and more!00:00 - Introduction to The Middies02:53 - Reviewing 2025: Our Favorite & Least Favorite Reviews09:32 - What's On Our Minds: YouTube Premium & Duolingo19:28 - Retrospective: Best Anime Reviews of 202526:30 - Retrospective: Best Manga Reviews of 202531:35 - Retrospective: The Most Forgettable & Disappointing Reviews47:08 - AniPro Asks: Can Sonic The Hedgehog Swim?48:06 - Ad Break: Tokyo Treat & Sakurako53:09 - Answering The AniPro Asks56:30 - The Middies: Worst OP01:04:38 - The Middies: Most Visually Painful01:21:05 - The Middies: Worst Girl01:27:35 - The Middies: Worst Boy01:34:10 - The Middies: Worst Chemistry01:40:00 - The Middies: Least Fun Anime01:45:38 - The Middies: Most Overrated Anime01:54:23 - The Middies: The Middest Anime of 202502:01:45 - Upcoming Reviews & Wrap UpSupport AniPro:PatreonMailbagTokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 offFollow & Subscribe:X (Twitter)InstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When Drunk → Akane Banashi → Magical Girl DandelionAnime: Now and Then, Here and There → Neon Genesis Evangelion →Game: Needy Streamer OverloadTV: One Piece Live ActionMusic & Credits:Credits: Opening: “Shibuya” Music via slip.stream & AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 1/18/26 | 215 - Elfen [WEEB] | Elfen Lied Anime Review + Stranger Things & Winter 2025 Anime ThoughtsJoin AniPro as they explore the 2004 horror anime that divided the anime community: Elfen Lied! Is it good? Is it bad? Or is it simply incomprehensible?Also, Cole's getting anxious, Mike's seeing strange objects, Jay's raving about anime, and more!00:00:00 - AniProPod 215 Intro00:02:08 - Stranger Things00:13:10 - Sentenced to Be a Hero & SHIBOYUGI00:21:02 - Pre-Japan Trip Stressing00:31:00 - Mailbag: Anime From Villian Perspective00:41:02 - Question of the Week / Break00:49:21 - Review Intro & Set Up00:56:06 - Is It A Must Watch?01:00:52 - Connections To Other Works01:11:36 - Characters01:28:44 - Art Style & Production Choices01:45:23 - Our Final Thoughts & RatingsVote for our 5th Annual WEEBies Awards using the link below. Voting Closes on the 24th, and is completely anonymous.https://forms.gle/DuC2jTXU9u4TrZ1N6Support AniPro:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AniProPodMailbag: https://anipropod.com/mailbagTokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 off: https://team.tokyotreat.com/AniProFollow & Subscribe:X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/AniProPodInstagram: https://instagram.com/anipropodDiscord: https://discord.gg/dV5tMCWvM7Next Reviews:Anime – Now and Then, Here and There → Neon Genesis EvangelionManga – Black TorchMusic & Credits:Credits: Opening: “Shibuya” | Music via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 1/11/26 | 214 - [WEEB] Discuss The BEST of Fall 2025 | Fall 2025 Awards - Best Girl, Best Boy & The Zelda Timeline Debate This week; it's an episode of earth-shattering surprises, devastating steals, and the coveted 'Anime of the Season' award. That's right! It's the Fall 2025 awards!Also, Mike's making music, Cole's reliving the classics, Jay's contemplating the timeline, and more!00:00 - Intro & Creative Struggles: Music Production12:11 - The Legend of Zelda: Timeline vs. Legend Debate20:52 - A Link to the Past & SNES Nostalgia29:00 - The Fall 2025 Draft Results34:24 - Biggest Flop of the Season44:11 - Best Opening Theme (OP)49:31 - Best Ending Theme (ED)55:43 - Best Direction01:00:16 - Best Visuals01:05:37 - Best Anime Studio01:10:08 - Trivia: Is Digimon Just Tamagotchi for Boys?01:11:37 - Intermission & Support the Show01:16:18 - Best Girl01:24:16 - Best Boy01:32:32 - Best Duo01:39:03 - Most Fun Anime01:45:54 - Most Underrated Anime01:53:46 - Best Continuing Anime02:01:21 - Best New Anime of the Season02:08:50 - The Weebies Vote & ConclusionVote for our 5th Annual WEEBies Awards using the link below. Voting Closes on the 24th, and is completely anonymous.https://forms.gle/DuC2jTXU9u4TrZ1N6Support AniPro:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AniProPodMailbag: https://anipropod.com/mailbagTokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 off: https://team.tokyotreat.com/AniProFollow & Subscribe:X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/AniProPodInstagram: https://instagram.com/anipropodDiscord: https://discord.gg/dV5tMCWvM7Next Reviews:Anime – Elfen Lied → Now and Then, Here and There → Neon Genesis EvangelionManga – Black TorchMusic & Credits:Credits: Opening: “Shibuya” | Music via slip.streamEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
| 1/4/26 | 213 - Say Hello To My Little [WEEB] | Winter 2026 Anime Preview & The 15 New Anime You Need to Watch Happy new year! 2026 is here and, with it, a bunch of new shows to look forward to! Your cries have been heard; 'which ones are worth watching?', you're probably asking. Well, never fear because, this week, AniPro ranks the fifteen shows YOU need to check out this Winter 2025 season!Also, Jay's finishing up, Mike's horsing around, Cole's on a roll, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - AniProPod 213: Happy New Year 2026!01:24 - Jay's Watchlist & One Punch Man S3 Discussion11:41 - Uma Musume and the Denver Broncos & Katamari25:40 - Returning Anime: Frieren S2, JJK S3 & Fate/Strange Fake34:58 - Chained Soldier S2, Hell's Paradise S2 & Steel Ball Run45:25 - Trigun Stargaze & Oshi no Ko Season 349:38 - Medalist S2, MF Ghost S3 & MHA: Vigilantes S254:37 - Question of the Week: Fate/Strange Fake Origins55:20 - Ad Break: Tokyo Treat & Sakuraco01:00:06 - Question of the Week: Answer01:03:03 - Honorable Mentions: Androids, Cute Girls & Dragons01:11:09 - Top 15: Journal with Witch, Love Through A Prism & The Darwin Incident01:22:09 - You and I Are Polar Opposites, Tune In to the Midnight Heart & Sentenced to Be a Hero01:35:24 - Champignon no Majo, Tamon's B-Side & Wash It All Away01:45:59 - Hana-Kimi, Holy Grail of Eris & SHIBOYUGI01:55:39 - Kaya-chan Isn't Scary & Case File of Arne (Arne no Jikenbo)02:01:02 - You Can't Be In a Rom-Com with Your Childhood Friends02:04:22 - Next Reviews & OutroSupport AniPro:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AniProPodMailbag: https://anipropod.com/mailbagTokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 off: https://team.tokyotreat.com/AniProFollow & Subscribe:X: twitter.com/AniProPodIG: instagram.com/anipropodDiscord: discord.gg/dV5tMCWvM7Next Reviews:Anime: Elfen Lied → Now and Then, Here and There → Neon Genesis EvangelionManga: Black TorchMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya”Enjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us! | — | ||||||
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