Wicked Anime

We have something special for you! A little thing that we like to call . . . an episode. While we may not be releasing episodes like we used to, that only means that when we do release one for you, it's only jam-packed with the best stuff that we have to talk about! It's been quite a while for us too, so the crew is getting together to play a little catch-up with one another and discussing the most relevant happenings in media today.Join JonStar, AFLM, Evan, Greg and Derek as they talk about what's happening in entertainment and 2021! PLUS - Fake Gameboys, Korn gurgling, and Jim Belushi! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The summer is winding to a close and our adventures are going on hiatus, but we've got one last podcast to rock before the break! What nerdy stuff hasn't fit into any of our summertime one-offs? In this grab bag episode of TV, movies, and toys, no topic is safe.Join JonStar, AFLM, Evan, and Derek as they talk about what's happening in entertainment and will you ever hear this show again?! PLUS - What's in the box, who's designing toys at Hasbro, and why are you still listening to this show anyways? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You know, we're feeling kinda hungry. Wanna get some food? Sure, but it's always hard to decide on what to get. We have an idea, let's spend the next hour and 45 minutes talking about food instead, that's a good compromise! This is Wicked Gourmet, the podcast that usually talks about anime, but is temporarily talking about food and stuff for a bit!Join JonStar, AFLM, Evan, and Derek as they talk about what's happening in cuisine and just how many restaurants they've been to! PLUS - Bad pizza, more candy than Wonka, and Bananas! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's time for us to catch up on some animation! But wait, what's this? This isn't animation of the Japanese variety - it's Western animation through and through! We're spending this episode getting caught up on some favorite shows you've probably never heard of! And if you have . . . then we can be friends.Join Jonstar, AFLM, Evan, Derek, and Greg as they talk about what happens in animation and what shows need to re-air on TV! PLUS - G-spot rockin' the G-Spot, Marilyn Manson, and the Yellow M&M! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wicked Anime isn't done subject-switching just yet! We're taking a note from King Baby Duck's show and we're talking about music and all of our favorite things to listen to! Be sure to grab a pen and paper, 'cause if you're an audiophile like the rest of us, you'll need to write down a whole mess of bands to listen to after the show!Join JonStar, AFLM, Evan, Derek, and Greg as they talk about whats happening in music and a whole new mess of bands for you to listen to! PLUS - The foundation of the band, Rock Operas, and the best teeth-themed band of all time! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're in the midst of the Steam Summer Sale, dropping small amounts of coin on games we'll never get to play - so let's celebrate all things gaming! The Wicked Anime crew have far too much to tackle in one episode, but we're sure going to try!Join JonStar, AFLM, Evan, Derek, Greg and Victoria as they talk about what's happening in gaming and how many hours we've logged into Skyrim. PLUS - The art of being put in the dog house, Mods, and seriously, SO much Skyrim! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey! We're tired of this anime and we don't wanna talk about it anymore! We're gonna talk about nothing but movies for approximately two hours, so you better get cozy. Grab some popcorn, unstick your shoes from the floor, and sit in a reclining seat that's already lost it's novelty!Join Jonstar, AFLM, Evan, Greg, and Derek as they talk about what's happening in cinema and why they won't go to the movie theaters anymore! PLUS - Good cinema, bad cinema, and ugly cinema! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join JonStar, AFLM, Evan, Derek, Greg and as they talk about what's happening in anime and how much turnips cost today! PLUS - Metal Witches, Snackin' Bacon, and CAAAATS See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When you got something that works, you milk everything you can get out of it and run it into the ground! You enjoyed it, and though you certainly didn't ask for it, we're making more anime this season. This episode, we're creating two new shows for you to enjoy while the regular anime season is delayed and we're dusting off the Channel A once more!Join JonStar, AFLM, Evan, Derek, and Greg as they talk about what's happening in anime and what shonen is saving the world next! PLUS - What it means to love, Andrew gets "boomer'd," and Greg dodges copywrite claims! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you're like some of us in Wicked Anime, you may have forgotten that there is a whole new season of anime that you should be watching! The Spring 2020 season of anime is well underway and we're here to review some of the shows that have been (and have NOT been) running recently. For those shows we have not gotten to watch due to delays, we're writing our own anime to premiere and you'll only get to hear about it on this week's episode!Join JonStar, AFLM, Evan, Derek, and Greg as they talk about what's happening in anime and the anime that they just made up! PLUS - Casting Saitama, Aliens in the UN, and saying Kakushigoto three times fast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's been a minute, but we're back to help ease the pain of quarantine. We hope you're all staying safe and healthy out there. Normally we'd be at Anime Boston, but that's become time we get to spend with you! It's been a while since you've heard from us, so let's catch up and talk about some anime... and a lot of not anime! What are some new rules that we follow now that would be broken immediately at conventions? COVID-19 has got nothing on Con Plague.Join JonStar, AFLM, Evan, Greg, and Derek as they talk about what's happening in anime and what would have been happening at Cons! PLUS - Social distancing, Thundercats ROAR, and Fandoms! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Live (at one point), we bring you the 2019 Wickies! Wicked Anime closes out 2019 with their picks for the best and worst anime of the year. Be sure to stay all the way through the end, we will also be finding out what the best of the DECADE is as well. 10 years of anime has come and gone and we're here to talk about it all!Join Jonstar, AFLM, Greg, Evan, and Derek as they talk about what's happening in anime and what happened this decade! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is the episode you’re going to want to listen to until the very last second! Wicked Anime has more absurd news than we can handle in our short little block of time. It might even have the most swear words we’ve ever used in a single recording . . . because we talk about Japanese swear words at one point. 7 years in the making this month and we haven’t matured a bit! Join Jonstar, AFLM, Evan, Derek, and Greg as they talk about what’s happening in anime and our lives as well! PLUS – Gourmet McRonald’s, Giant Bugs, and Swear Words! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to a series of short episodes while Wicked Anime is in a reconstruction period! We’re all about the animated Netflix specials this week and we’re especially looking to highlight the new Invader Zim special: Enter the Florpus! Join Jonstar, AFLM, and Evan as they talk about what’s happening in anime and Netflix! PLUS – Fires we shouldn’t talk about, D-List Travolta, and No Reedus Peedus! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Isekai genre has become so formulaic that they’ve finally narrowed it down into a single book form! Now we don’t need to make anymore of them ever again, right . . . right?! Some authors of the genre have really gotten together and created their own Hitchhiker’s Guide to the genre they know best! Naturally, Wicked Anime wants in and is going to let you know what would be in their guide as well! Join Jonstar, AFLM, Evan and Derek as they talk about what’s happening in anime and the best-written episode in the series! PLUS – Perverted vending machines, Beavis and Butthead the Anime, and Annoying Neighbors! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The summer is hot, yet slowly coming to an end! We’re soaking up as much of what we have left of the season by going to the beach. We reminisce on some of our most favorite moments from that one fan-service episode that's a requirement for any anime: the beach episode.Join Jonstar, AFLM, Greg, Evan and Derek as they talk about what’s happening in anime and the best-written episode in the series! PLUS – !elting mom clothes, Backyard Soccer, and mizugi! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Have you started watching the summer 2019 anime season yet? We dove straight into this blockbuster season to see if we could weed out the good and bad! Evan also went to Anime Expo and he’s talking about his shoulder-to-shoulder four-day adventure!Join Jonstar, AFLM, Greg, Evan and Derek as they talk about what’s happening in anime and the Summer 2019 season of anime! PLUS – Crowds, Learnin’ anime, and Area 51! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s finally summertime! The sun is shining, the birds and bees are singing, the weather is hot... Of course, there’s no better way to enjoy all this than staying indoors watching some new anime! The Summer 2019 season of anime is upon us and we are here to give you a preview of what you can expect in the weeks to come!Join Jonstar, AFLM, Greg, and Evan as they talk about what’s happening in anime and the Summer 2019 season of anime! PLUS – Toy Story 4, Isekai, and Matresses! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s that magical time of year where we get excited for the biggest video game advertisement of the year! E3 2019 is unleashing all of the hype that money can buy, and though there are some key companies not representing this year, E3 has certainly found a way to show us all of the good stuff! Join Jonstar, AFLM, Greg, and Evan as they talk about what’s happening in anime and Keanu Reaves! PLUS – Rob Liefeld feet, beating dead horses, and Scraping the barrel for Avengers hype! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s no secret that we here at Wicked Anime love us some movies, but that certainly doesn’t mean we like all of them. Movies based off of anime series, "Anime Movies" let's call 'em. are a hit and miss craft. Mainly, there are typically problems that have to do with short throwaway plots, uninteresting bad guys, or just 90+ minutes of fan service. In this episode, we're highlight the best of the bunch - all across the spectrum.Join Jonstar, AFLM, and Evan as they talk about what’s happening in anime and the films that jaded us! PLUS – Toriyama is Shakespear, Akira: Ragnarok, and Die Hard! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In spirit of the greatest movie in the Universe being released, John Wick, we started speculating how old the title character was in the movie. While Keanu Reeves is pushing his mid 50s, John is a little ambiguous, due to Reeves being an immortal and all. Then, we talk about anime! Join Jonstar, AFLM, Evan, Derek, and Greg as they talk about what’s happening in anime and what’s old! PLUS – Maid café spells, punching out periods, and the branches of furryisms! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“Gotta’ Go Fast!” is probably a familiar catchphrase to you. For those of you who don’t know, Paramount pictures originally said it when they were telling the artist how to design 3D Sonic for the new Sonic the Hedgehog movie. In honor of the pure art that is the live-action adaption movie of a video game, we’re gonna talk about ‘em all! Join Jonstar, AFLM, Evan, Derek, and Greg as they talk about what’s happening in anime and what’s happening with Sonic’s face! PLUS – Cute cells, Metal is for everyone, and Uwe Boll! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Anime Boston 2019 has come and gone!As another Con Month comes to a close, we gather a super team of people to talk about their experience. We also broach a whole other topic: Game Shows... the likes we’ve never talked about before.Join Jonstar, AFLM, Evan, Derek, Greg, and some special con guests as they talk about what’s happening in anime and cool new anime for the cool new weather! PLUS – Cool merch, cool games, and finishing each other’s . . . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Not only are we balancing all of the convention content you can handle, but it’s also time to talk about a brand new season of anime! What kind of absurd shenanigans could we possibly get into this year at Anime Boston? Probably nowhere near as absurd as the content that we’ve seen for the Spring 2019 season of anime! Join Jonstar, AFLM, Evan, and Greg, as they talk about what’s happening in anime and Cool new anime for the cool new weather! PLUS – We get April Fooled, clean energy with dirty thoughts, and trashcore 2019! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's the second week into Con Month and you’re probably already thinking... there’s no way you have any more ideas! You’d be right! So instead, we’re gonna build some cheap cosplay that will make any avid fan cringe.Join Jonstar, AFLM, Evan, Derek and Greg, as they talk about what’s happening in anime and building expensive cosplay! PLUS – Sexy bugs, tape, and Hodor! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s that time of year again!The time where you don your cardboard cosplay and empty your wallets on meaningless PVC figures while watching terrible AMVs. That’s right! IT’S CON MONTH! Join Wicked Anime as, for the next few episodes, we talk about what makes conventions so great to us, so terrible to the normies, and what drives our fellow nerds to crave that next hit of the convention hall!Join Jonstar, AFLM, Evan, and Greg, as they talk about what’s happening in anime and why we all crave the con floor! PLUS – What's in the box?! What's in the socks?! and What's that person doing wearing a diaper?!!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wicked Anime went to the movies! At said movies, we saw a movie. Said movie was an American Anime adaption. This so-called American Anime adaption . . . was PRETTY DAMN GOOD! Later in the episode, we tell the listening audience all about our thoughts on Robert Rodriguez’ Alita: Battle Angel! Join Jonstar, AFLM, Evan, Derek and Greg, as they talk about what’s happening in anime and badass American Movies! PLUS – The great Tetris controls debate, the Oscars, and the Equally Bad Anime Awards! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With Ni No Kuni making it’s way into the anime realm, we started wondering what other video games would make really good anime! There have been plenty of examples across the spectrum of what makes a good anime adaption and certainly ones that are bad examples! Join Jonstar, Evan, and Greg, as they talk about what’s happening in anime and what we’d rather watch than play! PLUS – Jackass mascots, offensive ninjas, and our favorite video game CEOs! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What’s better than talking about even more Winter 2019 anime? Talking about REALLY UNCOMFORTABLE Winter 2019 anime! So uncomfortable in fact, we created a safe word to keep the conversations vanilla and kosher! Join Jonstar, Evan, Derek and Greg, as they talk about what’s happening in anime and Burt Reynolds! PLUS – More live-action Pokémon, Super Saiyan Box Office, and the most uncomfortable living situation! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With our first official episode of the year recorded, it’s time for us to jump into some brand new anime! This episode, we’re discussing the 2019 winter season of anime. Let us know what you’re watching and which shows you found to be a good sleep aid, like we did! Join Jonstar, Evan, and Greg, as they talk about what’s happening in anime and what was BORING! PLUS – Football, rubbing, and remakes! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s the 4th annual Wickies! With your hosts, Wicked Anime!We’re highlighting the best and worst anime of 2018. From the comfort of Evan and Derek’s living room, we recorded this year’s Wickie results live. You can find the video recording on Facebook and YouTube to catch the uncut version. Watch as we countdown YOUR nominees and find out what’s truly the best anime of 2018!Join Jonstar, Andrew, Evan, Derek, Greg, and Victoria as they talk about what’s happening in anime and what kind of pizza do you want? PLUS – Horse Girls, 4th Cheese, and SO many more categories! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s the holidays! Which means before we wrap up the year, we’re gonna wrap up all of the rest of the random thoughts we may have. Let’s put a bow on this final 2018 season of anime so we can start all over again when we see you in 2019! Join Jonstar, Andrew, Evan, Derek, and Victoria as they talk about what’s happening in anime and what’s happening over there?! PLUS – Sanic: The Movie, Frosty the potential child murderer, and rounding off our #ChristmasDemands! ALSO – Don’t forget to cast your nominations for our Annual Wickies show! Check our social media pages for details! We’ll be going LIVE of December 29th @ 12 noon EST to announce the winners! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sometimes, we spend more hours in the movie theater seat than our own couch cushions. Lately, we’ve seen a plethora of movies that are both so good and so bad that it’s more important than some anime show! Does a Wreck-it Ralph sequel tickle your fancy? No? How about a brand new Spider-Man movie? Okay then, let’s get back to what you really want to hear about: a new animated Mamoru Hosoda film that will make your heart swell with joy!Join Andrew, Evan, and Greg as they talk about what’s happening in anime and what’s playing in your area! PLUS – A Keanu Reeves-less Cowboy Bebop, a Keanu Reeves-ful Toy Story, and our first round of #ChristmasDemandsALSO – Don’t forget to cast your nominations for our Annual Wickies show! Check our social media pages for details! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Evan and Derek went to a convention last weekend, and oh man do they have some bizarre con stories to tell! We’re also talking about some new movies (including the one with our favorite electric mouse, Pikachu) highlight some of the worlds best creators, and the continuing adventures in the Dragon Ball news saga! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We now return you to your regularly scheduled Wicked Anime Podcast! How about a plethora of new fall season anime shows that we haven’t gotten to talk to yet? That’s right . . . we have yet to uncover the strangest of them all! But you may be asking, "could it possibly be stranger than a live-action Hollywood adaption of My hero Academia?" We'll let you be the judge!Join Jonstar, Andrew, Evan, Derek, and Greg as they talk about what’s happening in anime and all that gal dern incest! PLUS – Dragon Balloon Z, hot hobgoblins, and who the Rock is gonna play! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wicked Anime has been around for 150 episodes! Can you believe it? Why have you wasted so many of your limited hours of life on this show?!. . . IT’S TIME FOR A BRAND NEW RPG SPECIAL!!! In the tradition of a whole 50 episodes that have come and gone since our last RPG special, we figured it was time to bring it back for your listening pleasure. We will be using the BESM system once again to go out on a Goblin hunt!If you have no clue what we’re on about, be sure to check out the wild ride of this season, Goblin Slayer to get an understanding of the universe we are playing in. And trust us, it’s playing with fire!Join Jonstar, Andrew, Evan, Derek, Greg, and Roomie Raf as they talk about what’s happening in anime and Slay Goblins! PLUS – Apples, female elves?, and I draw my sword. . . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Fall 2018 season is here! We’ve watched some shows and we’ve seen some . . . things. Shows that we never expected to be a hit and shows that we got exactly what we expected. Time to listen to the last group of shows for 2018! Let’s hope the end of the year doesn’t suck! Join Jonstar, Andrew, Evan, and Greg as they talk about what’s happening in anime and the Fall 2018 Season! PLUS – The many names of Satan, Space Fishing, and Goblin Hunting! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Fall 2018 season of anime is among us and we’re looking at the shows that will be starting very soon! Will there be anything worth checking out this season? Even Wicked Anime wasn’t sure of that until they started digging a little deeper!Join Jonstar, Andrew, Evan, and Derek as they talk about what’s happening in anime and the Fall 2018 Season! PLUS – S Ubisoft, Solitaire Love Hotels and Kickin’ Some Gigabutt! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you listen to us at all, you know that we just LOVE some isekai anime!  Yes, that’s right, we’re still talking about it.  That’s just because we’re still absolutely floored by what they’re still thinking of.  Did you see that new episode of Demon Lord?!  Yeah, we’re still watching, but we can’t quite put our finger on why . . .  Join Jonstar, Andrew, Evan, and Derek as they talk about what’s happening in anime and the worst anime genre! PLUS – Derek Ball Z, Hey, Jonstar!, and AndrewCats!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s said that on the Wicked Anime... that the cast eventually talks about anime. Stick with us and I’m sure you’ll get to hear all about it. In the meantime, there are just some episodes that can’t help but stay in the West for a little bit longer than usual! Let’s talk about Conan, Nickelodeon, Matt Groening, and more!Join Jonstar, Andrew, Evan, Derek, Victoria and Greg as they talk about what’s happening in anime and the things we’d do for charity! PLUS – New Netflix original movies, speed running visual novels, and The Zapp Brannigan Effect!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jonstar is back from his honeymoon! Hear about his trip to Disney and his TSA troubles. While Disney is an animator’s paradise, you’re here for anime! Well, we got some new movies and manga that we review and recommend as well in our new “Book Club” segment! Join Jonstar, Andrew, Evan, and Derek as they talk about what’s happening in anime and what’s no longer just for the kids! PLUS – TSA, I’m Badminton, and adult Blue’s Clues!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Summer 2018 season of anime is upon us and Wicked Anime is watching all of the shows so you don’t have to!  Listen to which of the new shows we all liked and disliked . . . and you’ll never guess which list is the longer list. Join Jonstar, Andrew, Evan, Derek, and Greg as they talk about what’s happening in anime and the Summer 2018 anime! PLUS – Zombie girls, butt glue, and theme songs!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.