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Each episode, I share five things I have been thinking about in relation to anime, pop culture, and anything else that has grabbed my attention. Visit the website: fiveobservations.com Find me on Twitter: @robert_5obs Send me an email: robert@fiveobservations.com

Five Observations


    • Oct 12, 2017 LATEST EPISODE
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    In other words, “commenting” does not equate to “understanding”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2017 36:44


    Welcome to Five Observations, an anime and pop culture podcast! Each episode, I will share five things I have been thinking about. In this instalment: much-needed validation, the naive libertarianism of Kino’s Journey, Thimbleweed Park’s point-and-click nostalgia, maximum respect for simulcast translators, and the best and worst of the summer season. I’m Robert, and here are … Continue reading "In other words, “commenting” does not equate to “understanding”"

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    Few consumers of anime are motivated by a passion for legal philosophy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2017 38:54


    Welcome to Five Observations, an anime and pop culture podcast! Each episode, I will share five things I have been thinking about. In this instalment: Legal philosophy in anime, the lives and art of Hukusai and his daughter Oei, Grand Sumo, the good and the bad of the Summer anime season, and my early impression of … Continue reading "Few consumers of anime are motivated by a passion for legal philosophy"

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    The inaugural Five Observations podcast episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2017 30:26


    Welcome to Five Observations, my new anime and pop culture podcast! Each episode, I will share five things I have been thinking about. In this first instalment: the little moments in Tsukigakirei, robot fights, Japan’s smiling dystopia, and more. I’m Robert, and here are Five Observations. 1. The little moments in Tsuki ga Kirei are perfect. Tsuki … Continue reading "The inaugural Five Observations podcast episode"

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