The Orb Anime Hits Different in 2025

About this episode

James and Lynzee discuss the anime Orb and its themes of censorship and freedom of information, along with a look at ZENSHU.

James and Lynzee catch back up on Orb as it broaches topics of censorship, freedom of information, and resistance. Plus, we catch up on ZENSHU. and its adoration of the anime medium!

People in this episode

Hosts: James, Lynzee

Topics covered

• censorship
• freedom of information
• resistance
• anime medium
• Orb
• ZENSHU

Keywords

• Orb
• ZENSHU
• censorship
• freedom of information
• anime
• resistance

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Orb, ZENSHU

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