The Wonder of Anime

Hey y'all, it's almost the new year! Here's my anime wrapped for 2022 and what I have planned for 2023. Enjoy :)  Anime I've Watched: 2022 Anime AOT S4 P2 Sasaki and Milano Demon Slayer S2 Chainsaw Man Do It Yourself MHA S6 Cour 1 Play It Cool Guys Other Anime Watched and Finished Love Stage!! BSD S 3 Wakakozake Love is Like a CockTail Other anime Ongoing Bleach S1-S2 S8 the Infinity Takunomi Kakuriyo Bed and Breakfast One Piece Movies Bubble Belle JJK 0 The Deer King Dragon Ball Super S Movie Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube

On this episode, I'm joined by Brandon Bovia, a freelance manga letterer/touch up artist. Brandon currently works on Kaiju No.8, Dragon Ball Supers, and many others. Brandon and I discuss his weeb journey, what lettering manga entails, the differences between lettering weekly manga chapters vs entire volumes and so much more. We also discuss burning out and saying no for self-perseverance.  Follow Brandon: Twitter Website The One Piece at a Time Podcast Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube

On this episode, I'm joined by Japanese-English translator, David Evelyn. David has worked on visual novels, games, manga, light novels, and other Japanese media. Currently, he translates for the shounen hit, Kaiju No. 8, and City Hunter. David walks me through how he fell "upwards" into translating and provides some behind the scenes on how the process works. We also talk about visiting Japan, overhearing conversations, those old 90s translations, and more! Follow David: Twitter Website Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube The Anime Tea Video

On this episode of The Wonder of Anime podcast, I'm joined by Steve and Bo from the Inside the Mind of a Blerd podcast. We had so much fun discussing the origin of the podcast, how Steve and Bo met, the show's structure, manga adaptations, and more. Support Steve's upcoming webtoon Kickstarter! Follow Inside the Mind of a Blerd: Youtube Podcast Twitter Instagram Follow Steve: Twitter Instagram Follow Bo: Twitter Instagram Twitch   Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube

On this week's episode, I am joined by Rob of the Dad Needs To Talk Podcast and Youtube channel. Rob and I immediately jump into his anime origin story and the events that led him to start the podcast. We also discuss the differences between older anime and today's anime, the importance of community, dealing with grief, and so much more. Follow Rob: Podcast Youtube Twitter Instagram Website     Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube

*taps mic* Hello, is this thing on?? I can't believe it's been almost 9 months since I've put out an episode! And let me tell you, so much has changed! I'm so excited to be back! In this episode, I am just giving you a brief life update and what's to come with The Wonder of Anime podcast and Youtube Channel!  Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube

This week I'm joined by the incredible Panda. If you're active on anitwitter, chances are you're already familiar with her. She is a host on the Worst Gen Podcast, a moderator of the Anime After Dark clubhouse, and one of the creators of the Watcher's 100 Challenge that many took part in last year. In this episode we discuss her anime journey, joining the Worst Gen Pod, doing the watcher's challenge, making friends on Twitter, and more.  Follow Panda:Twitter Worst Gen Podcast Her Watcher's 100 List Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube

On this week's episode, during the intro, I discuss my social media hiatus, what anime I'm currently watching, and what anime I'm plotting on for winter 2022. Then, content creator Ronnie joins me for an amazing conversation on cosplaying and monetizing cosplay. We also discuss her journey into anime, cosplay, and getting into conventions. We discuss how to safely make money as a content creator, taking care of her mental health, and setting boundaries when doing paid content.    Wreck it Ronnie is a cosplayer of 12 years, and lover of all things nerdy. As a cosplay and convention going veteran, she has a wealth of knowledge and experience she loves to share with her community in the form of guesting and paneling for events! More recently into her adulthood, she has married her love of cosplay and modeling into a career as a professional ero- cosplayer. By running a sub-site for exclusive content, she's gained more freedom to cosplay and attend events. Ronnie has hosted panels on marketing and brand building across platforms and content forms in hopes of encouraging others to get their passions to fund themselves. She is also very passionate about minority representation and respect within nerdy spheres and often collaborates with efforts to improve such spaces' inclusiveness. Anime List I mentioned: Finishing 2021 Fall Season: Blue Period Beyond the Tri-Cornered Window Komi Can't Communicate Currently Watching: Love Stage!! Your Lie In April Bungo Stray Dogs Season 3 Demon Slayer    2022 Winter anime: Attack on Titan My Dress Up Darling Sasaki and Miyano Love of Kill   Follow Ronnie: Wreck It Ronnie Twitter Wreck It Ronnie Instagram Bunni Black Twitter Beacon Page With All Links Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube

Last episode of 2021! Let's reflect on all that we did! Thank you to Toyin, Tobi, and Ellie of Religiously Nerdy and Rob of Dads Need to Talk for joining me! Religiously Nerdy Dad Needs To Talk Questions:  Creator Reflections What was your favorite video/podcast ep/ post (you created) of 2021 and why?    What was your favorite video/pod ep/ blog post someone else created of 2021 and why? (These can be 1 of each, more than one) Best lesson you've learned as a content creator this year? What is something you want to work on improving as a creator in 2022? What is something you did as a creator in 2021 you will NOT be doing in 2022? Favorite memory from the community in 2021 (events/clubhouses/spaces etc) What will be your personal mantra in 20212 Highlight of your year as a content creator  What kept you going this year? What are some things you want to accomplish in 2022?   Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube

Hey all! Since it's the holidays, I decided to release a yearly wrap-up for my top anime and manga of 2021.  Below are links to what I referenced: MyAniList  Given Review Run with the Wind Review Demon Slayer Review Jujutsu Kaisen Sweat and Soap There Are Things I Can't Tell You My Summer of You Bad Boys, Happy Home FANGS Top 11 Anime: Attack on Titan Season 2 Horimiya Jujutsu Kaisen (2nd cour) Blue Period Demon Slayer Season 1 Demon Slayer Mugen Train Movie Bungo Stray Dogs Season 2 Given Given Movie Yuri On Ice Run with the Wind Top Manga: Sweat and soap There are things I can't tell youThe summer of you Revival blue Blue!Blue!Blue! FANGS Hitorijime My Hero Bad boys, happy home Shitasaki ni Yoake no AjiUnder my skin Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube

This week on The Wonder of Anime podcast, I'm joined by voice actress Ariana Rosario. Ariana is a Full Time College student, part time online Voice Actor heard in indie video games such as Astoria Legends: Red Moon, Sands of Aura, Hanako's Flower Shop and Penthos! She's a Criminology major hoping to pursue a career professionally in the voice acting scene and is a big lover of the Xenoblade Chronicles series! In this episode we discuss her journey into voice acting, how she got into anime, dealing with rejection, and more. Follow Ariana: https://mobile.twitter.com/luucariii https://arianarosario.crd.co/ Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube Engineered & music by JRod at https://www.musicispassionstudios.com/

The Wonder of Anime Podcast is BACK! This week, ,my guest is Kiy, also known as PinKIY Sensei. Kiy (pronounced KEY) is a full-time STEM professional in the field of artificial intelligence and an engineering and technology Ph.D. student. On the side, she serves as Marketing Director for Dream Con and Communications Specialist for a fine arts organization.  In this episode, we discuss her journey to becoming a STEM professional, her online content which focuses on combining STEM, and her love of anime, video games, and other forms of media. Follow Kiy: Her Website TikTok Twitter Instagram Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube Engineered & music by JRod at https://www.musicispassionstudios.com/

This week on The Wonder of Anime podcast, I'm joined by GB. GB is the creator, producer, and host of the Worst Generation Podcast. He is also a co producer and moderator of the Anime After Dark CH. GB and I get into his anime journey, how Worst Gen Started, and of course, we dive into both Dreamcon and Blerdcon, including the controversy with Blerdcon's cosplay contest.       Follow GB: twitter.com/GENE_ius https://instagram.com/geneius3   Follow Worst Generation Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/worstgenerationpodcast/ https://worstgenerationpodcast.com/podcast   Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg     Interview recorded using Zoom Engineered & music by JRod at https://www.musicispassionstudios.com/

This week on The Wonder of Anime podcast, I'm joined by the brilliant Erica of Tsunderi. She's an anime content creator focusing on YouTube videos and TikTok content. Erica and I dive into her anime history (spoiler alert it starts with Sailor Moon!) We talk about wishing we could attend HBCU, anti blackness in the Latino community, and a lot of fangirling over our husbandos.       Follow Erica (Tsunderi): https://twitter.com/thetsunderi https://instagram.com/thetsunderi https://youtube.com/channel/UCPVyvSIDiOM5RlMtfkU4YVg     Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg     Interview recorded using Zoom Engineered & music by JRod at https://www.musicispassionstudios.com/

In this week's episode, I'm joined by the incredible cosplayer The Yonn Don. Yonn has risen to internet popularity across all platforms for her cosplay content including some of our favorite characters like Nanami of Jujutsu Kaisen, Azula from Avatar: The Last Airbender, and of course, her meme cosplay of Vision from Wandavision, aka Vi'Shawn. On Tik Tok, she's popularly known for her Anime Hairstyle on 4C hair series.  Yonn joined me to discuss her love of cosplaying, dealing with trolls and copycats on TikTok, and of course, our favorite anime. Follow The Yonn Don: https://www.instagram.com/theyonndon/ https://twitter.com/theyonndon https://www.tiktok.com/@theyonndon   Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg   Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Jarrod www.musicispassionstudios.com

On this week's episode, I'm joined by one of my favorite content creators and friend, Tierra Conyers. Known online as Ya Big Sistah, Tierra combines her love of anime and makeup to create one-of-a-kind, gorgeous looks! Tierra also uses her social media platforms to talk about anime, mental health, racism, fatphobia, and more. Not to mention her thirsting over our fave fictional characters! We get into her love of makeup, creating content online, dealing with trolls, mental health, and so much more.   

On this week's episode of The Wonder of Anime podcast, I'm joined by the amazing Dani Chambers! It's hard to name an anime Dani hasn't been in! She played our fave girl in Ancient Magus Bride, Chise Hatori. She also starred in My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising as Maharo. Among many other roles in some of our favorites like Fruits Basket (2019), Dr. Stone, The Day I Became a God, and more. We had a great conversation regarding her journey into anime voice acting, being a weeb and also traditional theater acting. We also dive into a great conversation on Paper Mario and some Switch games.      Follow Dani Chambers: https://www.danidchambers.com/home https://twitter.com/SkiniMini07 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkxgxxLRAUg82NvjiIJVtw     Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg     Interview recorded using Zoom Engineered & music by J-RoD at https://www.musicispassionstudios.com/ 

On this week's episode of The Wonder of Anime podcast, I'm joined by the incredible Jalitza Delgado. You may know her from the 2021 Winter hit anime "Horimiya" where she voices our problematic fave, Remi. She also voices Shuri in Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear. Jalitza and I dive into her journey as a voice actor, working on Horimiya, as well as anime faves. We also get into her other creative ventures like photography and cosplay. And of course, we Stan over some of our fave anime!      Follow Jalitza: https://twitter.com/ItsJalitza https://www.instagram.com/fangirlproductions.cos/ https://www.instagram.com/itsjalitza/   Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg     Interview recorded using Zoom Engineered & music by J-RoD at https://www.musicispassionstudios.com/   

On this week's episode of The Wonder of Anime podcast, I'm joined by Black anime podcast vets, Mike and Senae from Blanime Podcast. We immediately get into their web journeys and starting the podcast, dealing with racist/sexist trolls, and their collaboration with other Black anime creatives. Mike also breaks down some Isekai for me, Sanae commiserates with my Attack on Titan feels, and much more. Follow Blanime: https://twitter.com/Blanimepodcast https://www.blanimepodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/blanimepodcast/ Follow Sanae: https://twitter.com/Senae_ Follow Mike: https://twitter.com/UnbotheredMike Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Engineered & music by J-RoD at https://www.musicispassionstudios.com/

On this week's episode of The Wonder of Anime podcast, we're thirsting on Main!! Neysha and Kate of the Did You Have To podcast join me to talk about their week journeys, becoming anime soulmates, and starting Did You Have To! We alsooo dive into a conversation regarding Hentai, Black and Brown sexuality, and getting brand deals as content creators. This episode has a little bit of everything for everyone, so you don't want to miss this. Follow Did You Have To?
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Three Weebs & A Podcast is one of the latest blerd anime podcasts to hit the scene but it's been off to a great start. They join me this week to discuss their podcast origin story, their anime history and being part of the blerd community. Quickly, we end up diving into discussions about Sword Art Online, Fairy Tail, and even Drake (Soulja Boy voice.) Follow Three Weebs: https://www.instagram.com/threeweebsandapodcast/ https://linktr.ee/threeweebsandapodcast https://twitter.com/threeweebspod Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

Although the cover art of the Mic Check Waifu Waifu podcast features a female avatar, the hit anime commentary podcast is run by two best friends (more like brothers at this point) Polow & Telliano! In this episode of the Wonder of Anime, I chat with them both about starting Mic Check Waifu Waifu, their experience so far being Black anime podcasters, juggling real life, and being creatives. We also touch on some disappointing manga adaptations & controversial opinions (hint Black Clover.) Follow Mic Check Waifu Waifu: https://miccheckwaifuwaifu.libsyn.com/ https://twitter.com/MicCheckWaifu https://www.patreon.com/miccheckwaifuwaifu Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

This week on The Wonder of Anime podcast I'm joined by the amazing Lucy of Opal Lines. If her name sounds familiar, it's because she is the artist who created my new logo and podcast cover art. Lucy and I dive into her art journey, getting into anime, drawing POC features, making merch for cons, and just so much more. Follow Lucy / Opal Lines:  https://twitter.com/opal_lines
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Just a quick end of the year summary and details on my vacay! Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

It's the end of the yearrrrr! I can't believe 2020 is almost over. This year has been a wild ride for sure. With it, my brand completely transformed. In this minisode, I touch upon the changes as well as ask your help to create my End of Year Wrap-Ups! Please send me any voice notes with your Favorite Anime of 2020 to thewonderofivy@gmail.com! To let me know what your favorite moment of The Wonder of Anime/Ivy podcast was for 2020 on any of my social media or email! Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

This week, I'm joined by the incredible Robbie Daymond. Robbie has been in the voice acting industry for over 10 years, voicing many of our faves like Tuxedo Mask in the Sailor Moon redub, Megumi Fushiguro in Jujutsu Kaisen, and Jin Mori in The God of High School among countless other credits. We get right to it, talking about his Native American background, native representation in the media, working in both American cartoons and anime dubs, and so much more. Follow Robbie Daymond: robbiedaymond.com twitter.com/robbiedaymond www.instagram.com/robbiedangerous/ Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

This week on The Wonder of Anime podcast I'm joined by the amazing Mark Allen Jr. Mark is the lead voice actor in How I Became A God as Yota, as well as Kouha Red in Magi: The Kingdom of Magic, Karin in Fire Force, and tons of other characters. In his 13 years career, Mark Allen Jr has personally seen the anime industry change in front of his eyes. In this episode, we discuss his start in anime as a fan and as a voice actor, diversity, using social media for good, and so much more. Listen now: The tweet referenced: https://twitter.com/MarkAllenJr/status/1322329790230208512?s=20 Follow Mark Allen Jr: https://www.markallenjr.com/ https://twitter.com/MarkAllenJr Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

This week on The Wonder of Anime podcast, I'm joined by Aran, Evan, and Fabian of Blxxk Anime! We dive into their origin story with anime and creating the podcast. We also discuss being Black in this anime space, the impact they want the podcast to have, and of course, some pretty hot anime takes! Let us know if you agree with some of the opinions shared. Follow Blxxk Anime: https://www.blxxkanime.com/ https://twitter.com/blxxkAnime/ https://www.instagram.com/blxxkanime/ Follow HBCU Anime: https://twitter.com/HbcuAnime https://www.instagram.com/hbcuanimeart Follow The Members: Aran: https://twitter.com/__thelosthomie Evan: https://twitter.com/qbesy_e Fabian: https://www.instagram.com/fabioamiel/ Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

With Halloween right around the corner, it's the perfect time to share bring you this episode with one o the best cosplayers, Madara's Daughter. If you have an active Instagram or Twitter account, you definitely would have seen her cosplays of Toga, Anak, or Haumea or countless others that have gone viral. But not only is she a dope cosplayer, Madara's Daughter is also a brilliant content creator on Tik Tik, creating some of the most original and hilarious anime Tik Tok's featuring My Hero Academia and Naruto to name a few. MD joined me on the podcast and we discussed how she got into cosplay and anime, what it's like going viral, and the reality of dealing with anxiety while creating content. She has an amazing Halloween week planned so be sure to check out her socials for what heat she's putting out. Follow Madara's Daughter: https://www.instagram.com/madarasdaughter/ https://twitter.com/MadarasDaughter/ https://www.tiktok.com/@madarasdaughter https://www.instagram.com/theanimatics/ Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

This week on The Wonder of Anime, I'm joined by the incredible anime Youtube Shay Taree! Shay has been creating amazing anime content for over 5 years and in that time has done a lot of dope things. She reviews anime, manga, games, and other anime/nerd related things. Shay and I deep dive into the history behind launching her channel, how she stays so consistent, dealing with racism in the community, and dealing with the comparison game. Follow Shay Taree: https://www.instagram.com/shaytaree2/ https://twitter.com/shay_taree https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnFUQdSoxVBmwwGq4C7PIIg Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

Naja B knows a thing or two about otome games, or more like 1 million things. On her site, Blerdy Otome, Naja reviews otome games from big and small developers, interviews developers, highlights Black girl friendly and diverse games, reviews bird manga, and so much more. Naja joined me on the podcast and let me pick her brain on what otome games are, her site, diversity in this landscape, and so much more. We get into a lot of random side tangents (ie a sexy bird?) and really get to know each other! Follow Naja: https://blerdyotome.com/ https://www.instagram.com/blerdyotome/ https://twitter.com/BeckNaja Opal Lines: https://www.instagram.com/opal_lines/ Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

This week on the podcast, I'm joined by the lovely Josmarie of It's An Anime Thing! We follow her journey to weebdom which started with her awesome parents putting her on to anime and encouraging her to start creating content. We also discuss Tik Tok, standing up to racist and support Black anime creators, and so much more. Josmarie may be young but she's a force of nature and destined for greatness. https://bit.ly/TWOIpod Follow Josmarie: https://itsaanimething.wordpress.com/ https://www.instagram.com/imjosmarie/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeGngasXFSL6PB4fs5pTRCg https://youtu.be/4RLKB17WIW0 Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

This week on the podcast, my favorite moonie, Victoria Johnson joined me and we got into IT! Victoria walked me through her anime history, her journalist career, and starting the Sailor Moon Fan Club Podcast. We also talk about Sailor Moon's impact (duh,) the Saweetie interview, gatekeepers, and shooting her shot with publications. Victoria is amazing and she offered so many tips and recommendations for content creators. After this interview, I'm sure you'll be running to your tv to catch some Sailor Moon! The Black Girl Magic Panel referenced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiakNF8k0_Q Follow Victoria Johnson: http://www.victorialaurenjohnson.com/ https://twitter.com/missoldskool https://www.instagram.com/missoldskool/ Follow Sailor Moon Fan Club: https://www.sailormoonfanclub.com/ https://twitter.com/mooniesclub https://www.instagram.com/moonies_club/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkupgBqjWryCC25MfKqKW8Q? Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

This week on the podcast I'm joined by the amazing Anairis Quiñones! If her name, or better yet her voice, sounds familiar it is because she is one of the anime industry's rising stars. She's been doing voiceover work for a long time but most recently, she's been cast in two of the most popular franchises: in Pokemon: Twilight Wings as Nessa and in My Hero Academia as Mirko. In this episode, Anairis and I discuss being in the anime industry as an Afrolatina, representation of Black and Latinx characters on screen growing up, being a part of these two iconic franchises, and so much more. We may have also fangirled over our mutual love of Digimon, just a teeny tiny bit. Follow Anairis Quiñones: https://www.anairisq.com/ https://www.instagram.com/anairis_q/ https://twitter.com/anairis_q Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

In this episode of The Wonder of Ivy podcast, cosplayer & content creator Charanne Loves joins me to talk about her journey cosplaying, making content, and venturing into Only Fans! Charanne is so down to earth and provided me with so much new information, it's a great listen for anyone who has been curious about this world. Follow Charanneloves: https://www.instagram.com/charanneloves/ https://www.facebook.com/Charanneloves/ https://twitter.com/Charanneloves Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg https://www.cbr.com/author/lisa-delacruz/ Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

Hey all. With everything going on, it feels insignificant to create and post content as if nothing is going on. As much as I love interviews, anime, and fun things, I don't want to talk about that much less want to see it. I'm tired. I'm angry. I'm hurt. However, I understand that as someone with a platform, I can't sit by idly. I'm motivated to post and record this so I can inform my listeners on ways they can help support Black Lives Matter, the protesters, and the Black community. I also want to share information on ways to take care of yourself. I don't have the answers but I do have a voice that I want to use to amplify the Black voices around me and nationally. Resources to Support BLM: A Concise Link of Ways to Help https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/

Bail Funds https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X4-YS3vFn5CLL9QtJSU0xqmTh_h8XilXgOqGAjZISBI/preview?pru=AAABcpowxs8*Ee_k-mgFBkNJgBfHNFeHMg Dear RDG Town Hall: https://youtu.be/iKIGKGXeN4s Resources to Take Care of Your Self: 7 Virtual Mental Health Resources Supporting Black People Right Now https://www.bonappetit.com/story/virtual-mental-health-resources Thread of Mental Health resources for Racial Related Trauma https://twitter.com/BIPPNetwork/status/1267516306259050503 Other Mental Health Apps: Calm https://www.calm.com/ Headspace https://www.headspace.com/ Talk Space (blog for free resources) https://www.talkspace.com/blog/ Better Help https://www.betterhelp.com/

This week on the podcast, I'm joined by the amazing Phoenix from The Anime Tea podcast! She started her podcast a little over a year ago as an outlet to discuss her love of anime and it's been a hit ever since. She has a social media presence like no other, amazing graphics, and a popping Twitter account too. In this interview, we discuss her launching the podcast, doing Youtube, her inspirations, and so so much more (like anime that makes us cry!) Grab some tea and sip along. You can find my CBR Articles here: https://www.cbr.com/author/lisa-delacruz/ My latest Youtube video: https://youtu.be/M1unN9a3e5c Follow The Anime Tea: https://twitter.com/theanimetea https://www.instagram.com/theanimetea/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJTDzzh1eXnkX-s_5mjRJbQ https://linktr.ee/animeteapod Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg This episode was made possible by: Tiana Lopez Ramery Fadiba Barry Jarrod Brown Christopher Ellis Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

This week on the podcast, I'm joined by Shaunie of ShauCat Cosplay to discuss all things cosplaying while black! We dive into her history being a fan of all things geek, growing up and getting access to manga and anime, RPG games, conventions, and so much more. We even take a dip in some heavier topics on growth and our parents. Follow Shaunie: https://www.instagram.com/shaucatcosplay/ https://ko-fi.com/shaucatcosplay https://shaucatcosplay.tumblr.com/ https://twitter.com/ShaunieGroove Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg This episode was made possible by: Tiana Lopez Ramery Fadiba Barry Jarrod Brown Christopher Ellis Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

On this week's episode of the podcast, I was joined by the lovely Najah Abdul-Qawiyy. Najah is a Black and Muslim cosplayer from New York who also runs her on anime/geek convention! In this episode, we had a conversation about her finding a way to be true to herself and her interest, while still honoring her faith. We also discuss gatekeeping in the fandom, cosplaying, the process to developing her own convention, and so much more. Follow Najah: https://www.instagram.com/eyes_of_nasiha/ https://www.instagram.com/geekout_at_snugharbor/ https://www.instagram.com/muslimsistersofsi/ https://muslimsistersofsi.com/about-goash/ Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg This episode was made possible by: Tiana Lopez Ramery Fadiba Barry Jarrod Brown Christopher Ellis Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

Alexander Yarde and I met by chance last year at Derpy Con and ever since, I've been obsessed with him! He's a writer with the Good Men Project for “All Things Geek,” as well as a contributor to other sites. He's a Black geek, stay at home dad, cosplayer, and purveyor of pop, geek, comic culture and tech. Alexander mixes his love of nerdy with his passion for social justice often and isn't afraid to use his platforms to stand up for his beliefs. In this conversation (the first of many, btw) we discuss his work writing about Black and POC representation, gatekeeping, and so much more. Follow Alexander Yarde: Bio: Alex Yarde is a husband and father living in New Jersey. In earlier times, you could find Alex in New York City teaching outdoor education to the great kids from Erasmus High School in Brooklyn. Today, you can find him on Twitter at @thatalexyarde. https://goodmenproject.com/category/all-things-geek/ https://www.instagram.com/instayarde/ https://twitter.com/thatalexyarde https://medium.com/the-maquisard https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwgZ2NXV8evdN8n2OSuoHfw Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg This episode was made possible by: Tiana Lopez Ramery Fadiba Barry Jarrod Brown Christopher Ellis Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

Here is the audio version of my interview with the lovely Lizzette Lewis, aka Sailor Xtasy! Lizzette has been cosplaying for over 14 years and does so while being black, with locs, and incorporating her own twists to popular anime and comic book characters. I interviewed Lizzette via Zoom and we get into her history as a cosplayer and an anime fan, being a cosplaying mom and teacher, and much more! You can find Lizzette here: https://www.facebook.com/SailorXtasy/ https://www.instagram.com/sailorxtasy/ https://twitter.com/sailorxtasy Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderof... https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy Interview recorded using Zoom Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

Let's check in on how we're feeling while practicing social isolation. Follow me: thewonderofivy.com www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy twitter.com/thewonderofivy www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg This episode was made possible by: Tiana Lopez Ramery Fadiba Barry Jarrod Brown Christopher Ellis Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

Are you tired of hearing about the coronavirus? Me too! But the constant coverage can cause serious fears and anxiety for people, which is a normal reaction. In this quick solo-cast, I share 4 tips on how to take care of your mental health during these times. Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg This episode was made possible by: Tiana Lopez Ramery Fadiba Barry Jarrod Brown Christopher Ellis Interview recorded at Music is Passion Studios Engineered by JROD https://www.instagram.com/musicis_passion/ Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown https://www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

In where Lisa talks about short term sacrifices for long term goals, job shaming, and future events/plans. Anime Movie Night at Barrio: https://www.facebook.com/events/200477557996751/ Anime Movie Meetup: https://www.facebook.com/events/205306970859558/ Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderof... https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy

John Zabala may have a famous last name in the city of Reading, but he's a force of nature on all his own. John Zabala is the founder of De La Bodega, a lifestyle brand that includes a Youtube series and a podcast. John is also a rapper, one who is soon to drop a mixtape later this year (a long-awaited mixtape, I might add.) In this episode, John and I talk about his debut mixtape, his process in writing, producing, making beats, and so so much more! Follow John: https://twitter.com/johnezabala https://www.instagram.com/johnezabala/ Follow De La Bodega: https://www.instagram.com/DELABODEGALLC/ https://delabodega.net/ https://www.youtube.com/DELABODEGA Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg This episode was made possible by: Tiana Lopez Ramery Fadiba Barry Jarrod Brown Christopher Ellis Interview recorded at Music is Passion Studios Engineered by JROD https://www.instagram.com/musicis_passion/ Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown https://www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

“You live in your 20s and write in your 30s.” Adam Richter is most known for his work as a journalist for The Reading Eagle and his punny tweets. However, Adam has recently added the title “playwright” to his resume and his play, “Second Home: Five Stories of Immigration,” will be brought to life soon. Adam and I sit down on this episode and travel back in time to uncover his journey as a writer, from sketch comedy, walking into a news organization in Seattle to writing for the local paper and writing plays. For anyone who thinks it's “too late to get started,” Adam's story is proof that it doesn't matter when you start, as long as you do. Follow Adam: https://twitter.com/richterific https://www.readingeagle.com/users/profile/adam%20richter/ Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg This episode was made possible by: Tiana Lopez Ramery Fadiba Barry Jarrod Brown Christopher Ellis Interview recorded at Music is Passion Studios Engineered by JROD https://www.instagram.com/musicis_passion/ Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Series 7 by J-Rod Brown https://www.musicispassionstudios.com/lion-hearted Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com)

Join me on my 6am drive to Philly as I share a story about taking risks and pushing myself out of my comfort zone. It's very personal, more so than ever before, but very important if you're stuck on a crossroads. Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg This episode was made possible by: Tiana Lopez Ramery Fadiba Barry Jarrod Brown Christopher Ellis Audio Recorded on an iPhone XS Max Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Carefree Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Happy 2020! Let's start of the first episode of the year with a BANG! This week, Franklin Ramirez joins me to talk about his brand, Live Life Elevated. But of course, it wouldn't be the TWOI show, without us uncovering a deeper conversation. We discuss his baseball career and all the lessons he's learned from playing for over 15 years in the city of Reading and West Chester, including being the only Latino player on a mostly white team, the challenges with being confident, and so much more. Follow Franklin & Live Life Elevated: https://www.instagram.com/frankiesj/ https://www.instagram.com/live.life.elevated19/ Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg This episode was made possible by: Tiana Lopez Ramery Fadiba Barry Jarrod Brown Christopher Ellis Interview recorded at Music is Passion Studios Engineered by JROD https://www.instagram.com/musicis_passion/ Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Carefree Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Jason Hugg is the man behind the lens, behind the words, and well everything on Reading Magazine. Recently his first documentary, Moonlight Massacre Film Premiere, was featured in the Reading Film Fest. Jason and I sat down to discuss the documentary, but ended up uncovering his journey to starting Reading Magazine and so much more. This episode will be instrumental to anyone thinking about launching their own creative business or projects. Follow Jason & Reading Magazine: https://rdgmag.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rdgmag/ https://www.facebook.com/readingmagazine/ Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg This episode was made possible by: Tiana Lopez Ramery Fadiba Barry Jarrod Brown Christopher Ellis Interview recorded at Music is Passion Studios Engineered by JROD https://www.instagram.com/musicis_passion/ Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Carefree Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

The one thing I love the most about David Nazario is that he is always true to himself. And in being true to himself, his feelings, and his journeys, he's taught me (and countless others) to do the same. So it's no coincidence that whenever he comes on the podcast, it's not just an interview; it's always a candid conversation where the listeners and I walk away with a deeper understanding of him and ourselves, as well as life. On this episode, we skip the formalities and jump right into our regular exchange. We talk about life, love, career, discovery, and loss. Follow David Nazario: https://www.facebook.com/MakeLoveYourReligion/ https://www.instagram.com/scaredofadayjb/ https://twitter.com/Scaredofadayjb https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-nazario-47692236/ Buy the book: http://geni.us/Makeloveyourreligiontw Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderofivy/ https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG4eCvAlduP-hIthbTIQQg This episode was made possible by: Tiana Lopez Ramery Fadiba Barry Jarrod Brown Christopher Ellis Interview recorded at Music is Passion Studios Engineered by JROD https://www.instagram.com/j_rod__brown/ https://www.musicispassionstudios.com/ Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Carefree Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

I'm so excited to be bringing you this amazing interview with animation and video game voice actress, Xanthe Huynh! You may recognize her from her work on K-ON!, Sword Art Online: Alternative Gun Gale Online, Persona 5, and that's just scratching the surface. Thanks to the great people over at Anime USA, I was able to interview Xanthe at con and talk about our love of anime! Watch the interview: https://youtu.be/vz3i16LqBLQ Follow Xanthe: https://www.xanthesvoice.com/ https://twitter.com/ItsXanthor https://www.instagram.com/itsxanthor/ Follow me: thewonderofivy.com https://www.instagram.com/thewonderof... https://www.facebook.com/Thewonderofivy https://twitter.com/thewonderofivy This episode was made possible by: Tiana Lopez Ramery Fadiba Barry Jarrod Brown Christopher Ellis Interview recorded with Sony - PX Series Digital Voice Recorder Intro recorded with Solo Beats! Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Audacity, www.audacityteam.org/ Music: Carefree Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Lazy Break SliceXbeats (looperman.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/