What Do You Say, Anime!?

Miles and Pete break down the winners of this years Solo Leveling Awards. The sweep heard across the world, but was any of it deserved? Tune in today for our thoughts on this years awardsSocials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro1:24 - Shoutout Non-ENG/JP VA Award Winners3:01 - Explaining the format4:43 - Pete's Over/Under predictions5:46 - Best VA performance -ENG-8:32 - Best VA performance -JP-12:25 - Best ED16:40 - Best OP21:48 - Best score26:11 - Best anime song31:42 - "Must protect at all costs" character35:45 - Best supporting character39:08 - Best main character44:12 - Best slice of life51:30 - Best drama56:19 - Best isekai1:00:55 - Best action1:05:44 - Best comedy1:07:42 - Best romance1:12:36 - Best background art1:16:20 - Best director1:18:57 - Best character design1:23:57 - Best animation1:28:08 - Best original anime1:33:57 - Best new anime1:36:14 - Best continuing series1:39:35 - Film of the year1:43:09 - Anime of the year1:45:46 - CR's corporate greed, promotion of properties, and their place in the industry1:55:06 - Final AOTY results and wrap-up1:58:47 - Engage with YOUR community2:04:05 - Outro#AnimePodcast #CrunchryrollAwards #Anime

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, we will be reviewing the 2001 Studio Ghibli film, Spirited AwaySocials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:04 - First Impressions12:30 - Takeaways and messages?27:05 - Dealing with the fairy tale-esque world33:26 - What Do You Say Geography?35:58 - Target audiences and media comprehension39:24 - The folklore within Spirited Away46:39 - Red vs Blue53:09 - Closing thoughts and scores1:01:53 - What we're watching next

After watching damn near 400 seasonals this decade, today's episode is dedicated to those who need some more eyes on the product, and shows that need a bump in score. On today's episode, Pete gives his top 10 most underrated and under watched shows of the decade so far...Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro3:00 - #107:00 - #9 9:51 - #8 12:35 - #7 15:25 - #619:13 - #522:52 - #427:28 - #3 32:36 - #235:31 - #139:27 - Honorable Mentions43:20 - Outro

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode, we will be reviewing the 2004 anime, Rozen MaidenSocial/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro1:07 - First impressions13:53 - Synopsis and background16:09 - Why Rozen Maiden did not resonate with Pat25:18 - The heels continue their beatdown with Cat (Cat's issues)31:43 - RM gets the hot tag to start their comeback with Pete (Pete's positives)35:55 - Jay keeps the momentum going for the babyfaces (Jay's defense of RM)40:06 - Miles climbs the cage and continues to straddle atop it (Miles seeing both sides)46:12 - Favorite cast members58:55 - Studio Nomad's take on Jun's backstory and resolution1:04:16 - Final thoughts and scores1:15:30 - What we're watching next

The Rose of Versailles Movie is finally out and boy are we excited to talk about it! How does this Shoujo classic hold up with a 2 hour run time? Tune in to our thoughts on this episode!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:00 - Our Experience with RoV15:02 - Pacing20:05 - RoV the Musical!35:45 - Visuals and Aesthetics 43:50 - All Things Oscar51:23 - Random Thoughts and High School Musical1:05:16 - Overall Rating

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode, we will be reviewing the family friendly classic, the 2010 anime High School of the Dead!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro3:00 - First Impressions13:59 - Ecchi Guessing Game20:48 - Setting up the Apocalypse27:33 - The Dub and Localization29:29 - Aura Farming33:11 - The Psychology of a Zombie Apocalypse and Sex Cults39:41 - How Does the Ecchi affect HotD?51:02 - Zombie Shows are Cool and Badass1:01:54 - Closing Thoughts and Scores1:13:00 - What We're Watching Next

A new season means a new batch of shows to talk about. Pete and Cozette go through the new shows airing this season that caught their attention and that you should add to your plan to watch. Minor spoilers aheadSocials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:52 - Rock is a Lady's Modesty7:57 - To Be Hero X11:40 - Once Upon a Witches Death16:01 - Apocalypse Hotel20:37 - Kowloon Generic Romance26:28 - Anne Shirley 32:27 - Dinner Table Detective39:39 - Zatsu Tabi44:36 - Mono51:25 - Catch Me at the Ballpark57:13 A - Ninja and an Assassin Under One Roof1:02:49 - Quick Sequels (Shoushimin S2, Killing Slimes for 300 Years S2, Bye Bye Earth S2, Wind Breakers S2, Aharen S2)1:08:49 - Uchuujin MuuMuu1:10:00 - Witch Watch1:12:06 - From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman1:13:02 - Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray1:14:00 - Lazarus1:15:33 - Gundam G-Cucks1:17:18 - Food for the Soul

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode we will be reviewing the first season of the 2023 anime, Sugar Apple Fairy TaleSocials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:28 - First impressions9:12 - Who SAFT is made for10:34 - Challe and the levels to anime slavery14:35 - The world of SAFT22:48 - Finally back to Kirito Sephiroth the Hedgehog and the cast24:28 - Fuck Jonas: The Podcast37:55 - The SAFT bullet train43:06 - The Duke Arc51:18 - NTR is art1:01:06 - Final thoughts and scores1:07:21 - What we're watching next?

Quarter of the way through 2025 so you know what that means! Its time for another seasonal review! Pete & Cozette go through the shows they watched and give them a nice numerical rating for each show. Spoilers ahead, so use the timestamps silly!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:24 - Orb11:16 - Medalist18:56 - Zenshu26:41 - Honey Lemon Soda34:05 - I Have a Crush At Work / Can You Keep a Secret?39:37 - Blue Box47:51 - Solo Leveling S251:42 - Anyway, I'm Falling In Love With You55:34 - Ameku MD59:52 - Sakamoto Days1:04:15 - Cozette's lighting round (Tasokare Hotel, Flower and Asura, Beastars, My Happy Marriage)1:09:26 - Cozette's drops1:11:01 - 100 Girlfriends1:15:58 - Pete's other lightning round shows (Okitsura, Ave Mujica, Re:Zero S3)1:20:57 - Outro

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode its April Fools! So we are continuing with our legacy of being a Twilight podcast in disguise, with our review of the 2009 anime movie, New Moon!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:03 - Opening thoughts13:32 - Plot synopsis15:43 - Chemistry between Bella and her love interests32:04 - What Do You Say Music?35:27 - Werewolves and Native Americans42:53 - Novel vs movie adaptation44:26 - Characters we enjoyed56:49 - Closing thoughts1:09:30 - What we're watching next

Spring is here, and thus comes another seasonal Spring preview! To today's episode, Pete & Miles go over all the new properties that we are checking out, along with some sequel towards the end. Use the timestamps below to jump aroundSocials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:22 - Lazarus13:20 - Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX20:15 - The Beginning After The End28:19 - Witch Watch32:46 - From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman41:22 - Kowloon Generic Romance46:52 - Rock Is a Lady's Modesty55:16 - Anne Shirley59:34 - Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray1:03:01 - Apocalypse Hotel1:07:22 - Mono1:11:45 - Everything Else We're Watching1:19:50 - Sequels

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode we will be reviewing Link Click: Bridon Arc.Our previous discussions on Link ClickS1 - https://youtu.be/rUgldg_pB9oS2 - https://youtu.be/X0Ork69aRb8Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro3:10 - First impressions12:43 - Setting the stage16:44 - Who else is confused?39:41 - Letting Link Click cook51:58 - Xiaoshi's fashion L56:52 - Where is everyone?1:00:18 - US vs international measuring systems1:06:27 - Final thoughts and scores1:15:33 - Next time on Watch Club

Turns out we suck at fantasy football, so we had to watch some of the worst anime ever created! On todays episode, the punishment episode! Dont mind the super clickbait title, I let discord choose it :DSocials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanimeTyler's Podcast - https://linktr.ee/animedegens0:00 - Intro1:25 - Pete's show (Ro-Kyu-Bu!)18:28 - Pat's show (Pride of Orange)33:40 - Cat's show (Butareba -The Story of a Man Who Turned into a Pig)53:39 - Preston's show (Senjuushi - The Thousand Noble Musketeers)1:02:44 - Tyler's show (Bakuon!!)1:16:23 - Miles's show (The Detective is Already Dead)1:27:25 - Final Thoughts

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, we will be reviewing the 1998 anime movie, Pokemon: The First movie!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanimeSub/Dub Movie Differences - https://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/comparisons/movies/mov01.html0:00 - Intro8:23 - First impressions20:02 - Experiencing the movie without nostalgia25:34 - Passion of the Mewtwo30:56 - The chaos and tone of the opening37:21 - Differences in original release and the 4Kids release45:10 - Finding nuance in the movie50:06 - Why Pete loves this56:50 - "The circumstances of one's birth are irrelevant..."1:03:57 - Final thoughts and scores1:17:25 - What we're watching next

Just over halfway through the season and we haven't had a check in yet! On todays episode, Pete and Cozette share their thoughts on their favorite and least favorite shows of the season. Spoilers ahead, so please use the timestamps if you would like to avoid anything!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:13 - Medalist11:41 - Sakamoto Days22:00 - Honey Lemon Soda31:24 - Can You Keep A Secret?39:39 - Zenshu47:35 - Ameku MD52:16 - Tasokare Hotel54:04 - Anyway, I'm Falling In Love With You56:51 - Flower and Asura58:27 - I May Be A Guild Receptionist...1:00:30 - Pete's Drops1:05:57 - Ave Mujica1:07:24 - My Happy Marriage S21:10:19 - Other sequels (100 Girlfriends S2, Solo Leveling S2)1:11:45 - Beastars Final Season1:13:52 - Apothecary Diaries S2

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, we will be reviewing the 2011 anime, Steins;Gate!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:46 - First Impressions11:45 - Synopsis & Overview17:11 - Questions We Needed Answered30:52 - The Setup46:40 - The Cast1:07:05 - The Second Half of the Show1:35:35 - Final Thoughts & Ratings1:44:30 - What We're Watching Next

You (maybe) voted and now after tallying all the responses it is time to crown some awards! 17 categories are up for grabs in our 6th annual, Anime of the Year awards!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro1:43 - A farewell to 20243:51 - Best OP10:04 - Best ED16:00 - Best Action/Adventure21:37 - Best Fight29:49 - Best Fantasy/Sci-Fi35:51 - Best Drama42:17 - Best Romance51:29 - Best Slice of Life1:01:20 - Best Comedy1:11:22 - Biggest Surprise1:19:26 - Biggest Disappointment1:29:49 - Best Gremlin1:37:13 - Best Ship1:45:02 - Best Couple1:52:40 - Best Boy2:02:41 - Best Girl2:13:35 - Anime of the Year

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode we will be reviewing the 2001 anime, Hellsing! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 4:45 - First impressions 17:12 - Seras becoming a vampire 21:09 - Does it like women? 30:27 - Alucard and power scaling 41:34 - Who wants to be a vampire? 46:28 - Bad voice acting or bad scripts? 49:30 - What's the issue with artificial vampires? 55:25 - Integra Fairbrook Wingates Hellsing 57:59 - Was Alucard... actually interesting? 1:04:09 - Final thoughts and score 1:16:22 - What we're watching next

2024 is a wrap, and on todays episode we will be going over the 16 categories for this years What Do You Say Anime, Anime of the Year Awards! Pete, Cozette and Miles will be going over each category and talk about what made it, and what should've made it. Each category will have 6 representatives outside of Best Boy and Best Girl, which will have 10. Along with voting, each vote we receive, we will be donating $1 to help provide feminine hygiene kits for Gaza. Links to the project below! Vote Here - https://forms.gle/ySf9WAFqc637vBf16 Project Information - https://piousprojects.org/campaign/2712 Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 4:20 - Best OP 9:07 - Best ED 14:34 - Best Action/Adventure 19:37 - Best Fight 25:17 - Best Fantasy/Sci-Fi 32:30 - Best Drama 38:45 - Best Romance 46:02 - Best Slice of Life 51:28 - Best Comedy 58:28 - Biggest Surprise 1:04:21 - Biggest Disappointment 1:10:37 - Best Gremlin 1:17:00 - Best Ship 1:24:40 - Best Couple 1:31:12 - Best Boy 1:37:25 - Best Girl

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, we will be discussing and reviewing the 2019 anime O Maidens in Your Savage Season. Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 3:22 - First Impressions 15:40 - Kazusa Onodera 32:17 - Niina Sugawara 43:16 - Momoko Sudo 54:35 - Hitoha Hongo 1:04:20 - Rika Sonezaki 1:15:07 - Final Thoughts and Ratings 1:27:38 - What We're Watching Next

2024 is a wrap, but before we jump into Anime of the Year and talking about 2025, Pete and Cozette give their review on the Fall 2024 season! Spoilers ahead, so please use the timestamps below! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Into 2:34 - Dandadan 10:52 - Yakuza Fiancé 17:56 - How I Attended an All Guy's Mixer 26:13 - 365 Days Til the Wedding 34:40 - Acro Trip 39:56 - Nina the Stary Bride 47:03 - Magical Girls Lumiere 55:40 - (Start of Cozette's Shows) 55:53 - Tsumasho 57:58 - Negative Positive Angler 1:01:05 - Ranma 1/2 1:02:24 - Stories of Girls Who Couldn't Be Magicians 1:04:52 - (START OF PETES SHOWS) You are Miss Servant 1:07:23 - ReZero S3 Pt.1 1:09:47 - Kinokoinu Mushroom Pup

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, we will be reviewing the 2019 anime, Astra Lost in Space Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 3:17 - First impressions 16:26 - The Clones 21:44 - The Cast and Crewmates 30:41 - Ulgar's dub introduction 39:44 - Planet hopping and world building 53:57 - The science holes 58:47 - The fun in the ending 1:14:16 - Closing thoughts and scores 1:20:39 - What we're watching next

On todays episode we are looking into the great beyond, and giving our thoughts on the upcoming winter 2025 season of anime! We will be talking new shows in the beginning and sequels at the end. Use the timestamps below to jump around! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 1:40 - Initial thoughts on the upcoming season 4:27 - Sakamoto Days 11:51 - Fate Strange Fake 19:28 - Honey Lemon Soda 26:50 - Can You Keep A Secret? 35:33 - Zenshu 42:50 - Medalist 56:46 - Bureaucrat to Villainess 1:04:56 - Pete's other shows 1:07:36 - Miles' other shows 1:10:17 - The Apothecary Diaries S2 1:12:34 - BanG Dream! Ave Mujica 1:17:54 - My Happy Marriage S2 1:20:19 - Solo Leveling S2 1:24:17 - 100 Girlfriends #AnimePodcast #Winter2025Anime #Anime --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, we will be reviewing the 2024 movie, Mononoke: Phantom in the Rain Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 4:19 - First Impressions 11:40 - Synopsis and recap 13:00 - Who should voice the sword? 15:12 - Overstimulating visuals 21:16 - All show. No tell. 29:26 - Benefiting from understanding Japanese folklore 31:48 - Setting up for the next movie 33:14 - The symbolism behind the water 41:38 - The cast 51:27 - The relationships of Asa 58:30 - Closing thoughts and scores 1:12:39 - What we're watching next --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

As a podcast we spent 14 weeks in a fantasy football pick'em and now its time for the losers to find out what their punishment is! On todays episode we got a list of our community on some of the worst anime they have ever seen, along with bringing a few to the table ourselves to find out which awful anime we have to watch for being terrible at fantasy football! Social/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 4:09 - Our Nominations 34:23 - The Wheel! 54:03 - Recap and Outro --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, we will be reviewing the 2023 anime BanG Dream! Its MyGO!!!!! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 4:03 - First Impressions 20:35 - Tomori Takamatsu, Labels, and Spectrum-coded Characters 32:22 - The Remaining Cast 36:39 - The Melodrama 45:17 - The Psychoanalysis of Soyo Nagasaki 56:55 - The fellas of BanG Dream 58:26 - Episode 13 and Miles' personal journey 1:08:39 - Final thoughts and scores 1:25:44 - What we're watching next --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

People seem to enjoy our rants and hot takes so we decided to make an entire episode on it! I want to make a point that if there are shows we talk about that we mash on, or a subject we mention that makes us sound like idiots, I just want to preference at the end of the day, this is all in good fun and hope we can make you smile and laugh a little Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 3:09 - The perceived quality of subtitles 7:34 - Other nerdy fandoms at anime conventions 18:30 - Accepting being a Mecha fan 27:12 - Content for clicks vs passion 35:01 - Misconceptions of "depth" in anime 42:25 - Fake romance and portrayals of relationships 55:29 - "Dark" anime does not mean mature or better 1:01:41 - Is MAL valid? 1:07:34 - Pete's quick hits 1:10:11 - Building a community as a creator 1:13:26 - Character development is overrated --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode we will be reviewing the 2016 anime Shouwa Genroku Rakguo Shinju Season 1 Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 3:50 - First Impressions 17:49 - The First Episode 30:31 - Our Favorite Rakugo Performances 37:04 - Yotarou's Journey 39:03 - What Is Needed For Storytelling 41:03 - Love Triangles 50:30 - The End of the Season 1:03:20 - Final Thoughts & Ratings 1:10:18 - What We're Watching Next --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Anime has given us plenty of things to be thankful for, high action, beautiful cinematography, and of course our favorite thirst traps. So on todays episode, we talk about a few of the things we are forever thankful for in anime! There is a minor audio issue at about 2min. Sorry about that. 0:00 - Intro 2:30 - Thankful Item #1 12:00 - Thankful Item #2 20:00 - Thankful Item #3 31:21 - Thankful Item #4 43:58 - Thankful Item #5 Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode we will be reviewing Part 1 of the 2021 anime, 86 Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 2:34 - First Impressions 9:07 - Recapping 86 Part 1 12:34 - Lena Milize, the White Savior/Introducing Lena Milize 23:38 - World War II 33:55 - The Glass Ceiling 37:13 - Spearhead Squadron 43:41 - High School Drama Within the Suicide Squad 55:56 - The Pacing of Tragedy 1:03:47 - Shin's Journey 1:07:58 - Worldbuilding 1:12:56 - Closing Thoughts and Scores 1:24:15 - What We're Watching Next --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

About halfway though the season so far, Cozette and Pete give their thoughts on the airing season to see what has been a stand out and what has been a total flop. Let us know your thoughts in the comments what your favorite show this season has been. Minor spoilers ahead for the shows below Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 2:02 - DanDaDan 8:49 - Orb: On the Movements of the Earth 17:59 - Blue Box 24:19 - How I Attended an All Guys Mixer 31:14 - Yakuza Fiance 38:54 - Nina the Starry Bride 46:10 - 365 Days to the Wedding 54:10 - You Are Ms. Servant 59:36 - Trillion Game 1:07:57 - Cozette's shows (Tsumasho, Negative Positive Angler, Ranma 1/2, Mushroom Pup, Acro Trip, The Stories of Girls Who Couldn't Be Magicians, Blue Miburo, GGO S2) 1:18:35 - Pete's Shows (Acro Trip, The Stories of Girls Who Couldn't Be Magicians, Mushroom Pup, Re: Zero S3) 1:24:43 - Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, The sabbath boys will be reviewing the 2018 anime of the year Devilman Crybaby 0:00 - Intro 5:59 - First impressions 19:16 - Plot recap 23:10 - What does it mean to be human? Why do you run? 30:17 - Was the anti-demon paranoia justified? 38:22 - The portrayal of demons and their vices 50:57 - Finding positivity in the ending 57:03 - The different ways of fighting your own demons 1:11:34 - Global Warming 1:20:45 - Don't listen to the German mustachioed man 1:34:17 - Final shoutouts 1:39:10 - Closing thoughts and scores 1:46:03 - What we're watching next --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Do you find yourself scratching your head at some peoples critiques and reviews on certain anime? Do elitist, prestigious and outright bad takes make you laugh? Do you like games? If you answered yes to hopefully all of these, then we got the episode for you, the MyAnimeList review game! We take these reviews and make it a fun guessing game between the hosts, but you can play along with as well! Let us know you score in the comments, or our discord! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, will be reviewing the 2024 anime Girls Band Cry! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 4:43 - First impressions 11:33 - The setting & themes 21:56 - The Cast 32:04 - Parallels to similar shows 40:23 - The little things 55:20 - The bOP 1:00:55 - Pat's RWBY rant 1:09:56 - Diamond Dust & Togenashi Togeari 1:18:00 - Sell out! 1:21:36 - Final thoughts & ratings 1:29:26 - What we're watching next --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

As the leaves change colors, so must the anime we consume. Before we dive deep into Fall, lets take a step back and go over all the anime wrapping up from Summer. Spoilers ahead, so please use the timestamps listed below! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 2:19 - Oshi no Ko shoutout 3:52 - Dead Dead Demons 18:24 - Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian 31:43 - Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines 44:18 - Pseudo Harem 50:48 - Yatagarasu 53:28 - Wistoria: Wand and Sword 1:06:25 - Shoshimin: How to Become Ordinary 1:14:33 - Magical Girl and Evil Lieutenant 1:20:55 - Everything else we watched 1:30:33 - My Deer Friend Nokotan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Diving into the intriguing world of Tatsuki Fujimoto's Look Back, a film that's been generating quite the buzz. Directed by the talented Kiyotaka Oshiyama, Look back movie explores themes of memory, regret, and the connections that shape our lives. With a blend of poignant storytelling and striking visuals, Look Back invites us to reflect on our own pasts while navigating the complexities of relationships. So grab your popcorn, and let's see if this film lives up to the hype! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode we will be discussing and reviewing the 2023 anime film, Blue Giant. Lets jam! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 3:42 - First impressions 12:47 - The members of JASS 28:09 - The musical presentation in Blue Giant 31:42 - Animation and directorial choices 45:57 - Yukinori... how?? 52:44 - Final thoughts and ratings 1:01:16 - What we're watching next --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

As the colors of the leaves change from a summery green, to a rich mahogany, we bundle up in our favorite hoodie and get ready for the next season of anime. On todays episode, Pete and Miles will be going over the new properties they will be viewing in the upcoming Fall. Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 3:03 - Dandadan 11:37 - Uzumaki 17:10 - Blue Box 25:39 - Nina the Starry Bride 32:45 - Trillion Game 41:10 - I'll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History 50:38 - 365 Days to the Wedding 57:46 - Do-Over Damsel 1:05:34 - Orb: On the Movements of the Earth 1:12:42 - Yakuza Fiancé 1:19:52 - Sequels and other shows #AnimePodcast #Fall2024Anime #FallAnime --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, we will be reviewing the 1989 anime, Mobile Suit Gundam: War in the Pocket Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 2:16 - First impressions 18:57 - What is there to dislike??? 33:36 - War in the Pocket is exactly like Yuri is my Job 37:22 - Al Izuhara (or Ai for Pat) 44:17 - Chris' role and would she destroy the Gundam? 46:08 - The intelligence of the cast 48:22 - Should the Special Ops have killed the child? 56:46 - The Tragedy of Bernie and Chris 1:04:27 - The range of Gundam storytelling 1:09:00 - Closing thoughts and scores 1:15:55 - What we're watching next --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Hello Sharks and welcome to our first ever Anime Shark Tank. 5 Sharks enter the boardroom as we try to finagle each other into deals of watching anime! Discord/Socials - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 1:02 - Rules 2:41 - Pete's Pitch 15:20 - Miles' Pitch 35:10 - Pat's Pitch 45:46 - Jay's Pitch 57:03 - Cat's Pitch --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, we will be reviewing the 2019 anime, Domestic Girlfriend Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 3:24 - First impressions 10:50 - Assessing the mess (of the plot) 15:50 - The handling of the cast 20:06 - Being problematic 31:35 - Miles's prediction and perfect ending (Manga Spoilers) 33:56 - Natsuo, Rui and classic Japanese literature 44:40 - Is Team Hina valid? 46:12 - The messaging of Domestic Girlfriend 51:46 - Do you want more shows like this? 58:34 - Final thoughts and ratings --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Do you like anime? Do you like trivia? Do you like anime trivia? If you answered yes to at least one of these, then you are in the correct place! Join us today for a new 3 layer game, where 4 contestants will battle to see who runs the gauntlet! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, we will be reviewing the 2021 anime, Uma Musume: Pretty Derby Season 2! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 3:24 - First impressions 14:00 - Tokai Teio vs Special Week 21:28 - Pete revealing his true thoughts 25:02 - Changes in outfits and designs 35:14 - Teio's journey 40:37 - Mamba McQueen Mentality 45:26 - That horse can yapping 53:39 - Season 2's comedy 56:29 - Rice Shower and B-plots 1:04:25 - Trainer's glow up 1:09:00 - Horse Girl Hell 1:14:09 - Final thoughts & ratings 1:21:46 - What we're watching next --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

After 286 episodes we figured its time to do a little Q&A so here is our first ever mailbag episode! Let us know what you think and shoot us any questions for the next mailbag episode, either in the comment or our discord! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 0:56 - What are your personal favorites? 3:24 - Do you have a different mindset in watching anime? 9:21 - What non-anime would you want to watch for Watch Club? 13:06 - What is are anime blinds pots? 19:17 - How would you pick up a baddie at an anime convention? 28:15 - What non-Japanese story would you like to see made into an anime? 33:30 - Most disappointing anime? 42:03 - What anime character do you want on the podcast? 48:27 - What is our gateway anime & favorite dessert? 54:07 - What is your dream anime production team? 1:00:09 - What is an anime you WANT to love, but can't? 1:04:31 - What is the perfect anime length? 1:08:10 - What is our favorite podcast moments? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, we will be reviewing the 2016 anime, Mob Psycho 100 Season 1! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 1:57 - First impressions 8:16 - The heart of Mob Psycho 100 16:00 - Sibling Dynamics 22:52 - Reigen discussion 37:18 - Body Improvement Club 46:01 - Pat vs Psychics 54:48 - The Art of Mob 59:59 - Pat vs Mob Choir 1:03:56 - Final thoughts and scores 1:13:38 - What we're watching next --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Summer is here and so is our First Impressions of the Summer 2024 season! What has been sticking out and what is on our drop list. Tune in today! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 1:09 - First impressions 2:12 - My Deer Friend Nokotan 12:35 - Dead Dead Demons Dededede Destruction 27:36 - Pseudo Harem 32:47 - Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian 41:31 - Wistoria: Wand and Sword 49:00 - Shoshimin: How to Become Ordinary 54:56 - Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines 1:01:10 - Magical Girl and the Evil Lieutenant 1:04:19 - Isekai Suicide Squad 1:09:08 - Other shows and sequels 1:17:30 - Drops and other shows --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, The equestrians of the WDYSA podcast will be reviewing the 2018 anime, Uma Musame: Pretty Derby Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 1:09 - First impressions 11:16 - Miles rant on nihilism 16:26 - The "Why?" and the "rules" 22:27 - Uma Musume is dumb 28:35 - Comparing to other sports anime 36:56 - Analyzing the art and production 40:00 - Gacha, gambling addiction, and horse girls 42:56 - Favorite characters 49:27 - Education and school life of horsegirls 56:32 - Pete's positives 58:43 - Critiquing gacha and anime culture 1:05:42 - Closing thoughts and scores 1:13:30 - What we're watching next #AnimePodcast #umamusume --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Based off the popular short form format, we decided to make it into an entire podcast! 10 different anime categories the cast will be blind ranking. Let us know how you ranked some of these in the comments or our discord! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, we will be reviewing the 2024 donghwa, Link Click season 2 Our Link Click season 1 review - https://youtu.be/rUgldg_pB9o Discord/Socials - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 2:16 - First impressions 10:00 - Picking up from the end of season 1 17:10 - Link Click's depiction of domestic abuse 23:24 - The fights and action of Link Click S2 28:10 - Staying engaged with the dialogue 32:20 - The mystery in Link Click S2 38:35 - Lu Guang's reveal 50:50 - Violence! 52:34 - Final thoughts and ratings 1:00:33 - What we're watching next --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Spring season is in the books! Pete and Cozette are back to review the wrapped up season. From cooking adventures, lots of girls doing music, and a multitude of sequels, we will be sharing our thoughts and rating on these shows. Spoilers ahead, so please use the timestamps listed! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro 2:31 - Dungeon Meshi 11:50 - Kaiju No. 8 23:04 - Jellyfish Can't Swim in the Night 35:16 - Girls Band Cry 44:06 - Train to the End of the World 50:02 - Windbreaker 55:55 - Grandpa and Grandma Turn Young Again 1:00:26 - A Condition Called Love 1:08:02 - Bartender 1:14:40 - Sound Euphonium S3 1:26:19 - Jobless Reincarnation S2 Pt 2 (More of a rant than a review) 1:32:03 - Laid Back Camp S3 1:44:06 - Everything Else We Watched --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support

Welcome to Anime watch club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On today's episode, we will be discussing the 2024 anime, Brave Bang Bravern! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime 0:00 - Intro4:39 - First Impressions11:16 - Real Robots vs Super Robots and Bravern19:07 - Was Bang Brave Bravern! TOO super?30:05 - How BBB! handles queer romance43:18 - Robot and character designs47:55 - Eldritch horror elements50:33 - Se7en Deadly Sins53:30 - The comedy in Bravern!1:00:15 - Final Thoughts & Ratings1:09:49 - What we're watching next1:11:29 - Nominations --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatdoyousayanime/support