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Anime is bigger than EVER, so The Anime Effect is breaking down why 1 in 5 Americans now watch it. PLUS, the hosts unpack huge Anime Expo updates, recent gaming reveals like Persona 6, and revisit the anime scenes that live rent-free in their heads! Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mixture of roundtable news and discussion with Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, provide recommendations, and tackle fan questions. Talk to us! https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah Presiden SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano From The Anime Effect podcast to video essays, interviews, and deep dives on your favorites, Crunchyroll Presents takes you closer to the world of anime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Another year, another Crunchyroll awards show that only the influencers and most terminally online folks actually care about. We're not some of those people, but we talked about it anyway because it's just our routine to talk and kvetch about it. But there are other things worth talking about, like some industry financials heading down a bit, GKIDS nabbing The Adolescence of Utena for theaters next month, Macross DYRL getting its first stateside screening at Anime Expo, Katsuhiro Otomo launching a new animation studio, and other things both good and bad. As is also our routine at this point. Thanks for putting up with the wonky schedule as of late. We're trying our best to keep things somewhat steady. Here's an actual awards show from our friends at Dub Talk you should pay attention to, in the meantime: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFiruYsAlY0 intro - talking about anything but the CR awards 9:19 - talking about the CR awards 34:00 - news items (memoriams, industry financials, Otomo's new studio, Macross DYRL @ AX) 1:01:58 - announcements (Dorohedoro S3, Adolescence of Utena in theaters) 1:39:13 - home video releases (Dragon Maid movie, Dragonball Daima, Sentai rereleases, Wind Breaker, Rooster Fighter) Apple Podcasts – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/podcastona/id1348141210?mt=2 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/2JZLO3LfoeHepomejTw4TP iHeartRadio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-podcastona-43099114/ TuneIn – https://tunein.com/podcasts/Podcasts/PodcastONA-p1249922/ As always, check out surrealresolution.com for more content, updates on the show, our continued news posts, reviews, and our fellow podcasts.
Show Notes 0:00: Justin and Helen once again go over what they’ve been up to while working with a mix of cold and hot weather changes in the past few weeks! Helen found time to check out light novel series True Love Fades Away When the Contract Ends while Justin, as mentioned in the last episode, watched the latest Detective Conan collection set. News 9:57: Japanese talent agency Amuleto released a statement after unauthorized photos of voice actor Aoi Nagatsuki were released online; we had the Delicious in Dungeon: Ryoko Kui exhibition in New York last year, this year it’ll now happen in Los Angeles. 13:23: We have a couple manga returns: The Elden Ring manga resumed following a 3-month hiatus; Mari Yamazaki’s Thermae Romae sequel manga Zoku Thermae Romae resumed serialization with a new chapter in Shueisha’s Shonen Jump+ platform; Aki Hamaji’s Bocchi the Rock! will return in the next issue of Houbunsha’s Manga Time Kirara Max magazine; and Days of Diamond, after it’s been on a bit of a break, will return in June. 16:09: And in possibly a first for this podcast, we can cover the return of a music group! Home Made Kazoku is back after a 10-year hiatus and they’ll be working on music again, so for those who grew up with Bleach, Eureka Seven, and Naruto: Shippuden, here’s your dose of nostalgia in 2026! 18:03: Even the Student Council Has Its Holes! will go on break due to Muchimuro’s health, but it will resume early June; Kumichi Yoshizuki announced a break from publishing the Nankai Trough Kyodai Jishin manga due to a good number of health ailments. 19:33: English voice actor Bill Wise, who voiced in a number of anime dub roles from Initial D: Legend to Moeyo Ken, passed away at the age of 61; Japanese voice actor Takahiro Fujiwara passed away a few weeks ago at the age of 43 — had a number of roles in anime but while voicing the character Kan Jou (Huan Chang) in the Kingdom anime, he had to step down from the role in August last year due to health reasons; Musician and composer Yuji Ohno — known for the iconic opening and soundtrack of the Lupin the 3rd series — passed away due to natural causes at the age of 84. 24:05: Talent agency Aoni Production announced that Wakana Yamazaki passed away at 61. She had an health ailment earlier this year that was serious enough for her to stop recording episodes of Detective Conan in February. The long-time voice of Ran and her experience in the voice acting industry was a huge loss, and from her Conan castmates and staff to other talents across different industries, her impact was notable and will be sorely missed. Akemi Okamura, who voiced the character since March 14 while Yamazaki was undergoing medical treatment, will now take over the role of Ran moving forward. Licenses 29:54: Yen Press apparently had to have announcements pre-convention and at a convention! And there is a lot of licenses they announced: Kumo Kagyu, Kōtarō Sekine, & Noboru Kannatuki's Moscow 2160 manga Fujino Ōmori, kakage, & Suzuhito Yasuda's Argonaut: Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Tales of Heroes (Yen On) Sakuhiro's Love at the City’s Edge on a Moonlit Night Ryoko Kui's Terrarium in a Drawer Akumi Agitogi & Hidari's The Story of the Moon Waiting for the Evening (Yen On) Minoru Matsuda's He Was My Brother Sino Torino's egg: I'm Your Child Gakuto Coda, Meiji, & potg's After-School Duty Yomu Mishima & Pinakes's Valkyrie Bullet (Yen On) Hijiki's Contract Sisters Nagimiso's Izumi and the Dragon Encyclopedia sanorin's My Girlfriend is a Colossal Cutie Hyōgo Amagasa, sugino, & LINO's Tale of the Wizrain Kingdom: The Dragon Is the Bride Rainy Kamitsuki, Minori Tsukahara, & LAM's Witch and Hound Ichiro Sakaki & Shiba's On the Way Home After Defeating the Demon King (Yen On) Kosaka Hanane & Kurogiri's Rise of the Lowborn: Ascending the Ranks by Crushing Incompetent Nobles (Yen On) Kamaseinuesu & Yuu Oukawa's The Demon King Seems to Have Infiltrated the Hero’s Party (Yen On) Fujino Ōmori & Yūnagi's Wistoria: Wand and Sword (Yen On) Anju Goshirakawa & Mayu Murata's Honey Lemon Soda Nauchi's Snowmelt and Agapanthus Yodaka Kuroi's Witch and Cat Yukari Sakai's Sinful Is the Angel Who Loves Hirohisa Satō's Shigahime Uma Agri's Studio Cabana Karuho Shiina's Gusts and Beats Shin Yamamoto's Twilight Vessel-Gods 35:21: Seven Seas had considerably less announcements and they’ll be on a Wonderful Wednesdays break for a bit. So here’s their set of announcements until then: Hana Hasumi's Pendulum: The Beastmen Omegaverse Saga Rico Sakura's Good Night, My Little Bird Oki Eiko's The Cat Who Didn’t Believe in “What-ifs” KNOTS' The Tomorrow I Want to See with Kako: A Time-Loop Romantic Comedy Dokuzu Kento & Nekosuke Ookuma's Goetia Shock (Airship, digital) Hagane Kurodome & Kayahara's Wandmaker of the Ruined World (Airship, digital) Two new Siren audiobooks: Sohei Mikawa's Magic User: Reborn in Another World as a Max Level Wizard (Narrated by John Patneaude) & Satori Satori’s A Good Day Starts with Cats and Books (Narrated by Sara Matsui-Colby) 38:13: Abrams ComicArts’ Kana imprint announced they’ve licensed Tsubonari’s Antengai: Twilight Metropolis; Manga Mavericks Books announced they’ve licensed Zawayuki Taki’s Tie Me Up, Stare Me Down; One Peace Books announced on Behind the Manga that they've licensed Toshimichi Uzou, Si-me, & Kewi Hayashi’s My Sweet Marriage to My Ex-Nemesis; and we have a new title added to K MANGA: Rin Mikimoto’s Keepsake Heartache. 39:34: California-based distribution company Deaf Crocodile announced they’ve licensed the Frankenstein, Legend of Terror anime, which Helen explains seems like an odd title for them to bring to home media. Streaming News 40:45: We will have a Macross screening of Do You Remember Love? at Anime Expo — and there will be guests at the con too; Netflix revealed they will stream Ginga Tokkyū Milky☆Subway Kakueki Teisha Gekijō Iki, the re-edited film for Yōhei Kameyama’s Milky☆Subway: The Galactic Limited Express in the U.S. on June 1, while announcing a few other anime that will appear on their service, from My Dress-up Darling Season 2 starting yesterday to Shangri-La Frontier: Season 2 appearing June 1. 44:42: Licensing and dubbing studio SkySet Entertainment announced they will stream the Go Forward anime series over the summer; Streaming service Darkroom has added the Haré+Guu Deluxe anime with the English dub for streaming with a premium membership; Cineverse’s RetroCrush streaming service will have the Medabots anime stream on the RetroCrush FAST channel every Saturday and Sunday, which gets Helen once again wondering what the appeal of watching anime at certain times of the day; and Tubi TV announced on Monday that it has licensed Yokoso Scooby-Doo!, a new anime in the Scooby-Doo mystery comedy franchise — this gets the hosts wondering if we’ll be seeing more of Tubi TV and anime streaming moving forward. Weird News 52:10: The two hosts discuss Ken Ogino commenting on his Lady Justice manga that he created for Weekly Shonen Jump back in 2015, and what the editors told him that shifted the mindset of his serialization back then. 56:46: Let’s just say the Gamestop buying eBay did not last very long, and Helen could not believe the statement eBay gave after rejecting the bid; well, this took a turn in a good way involving singer aiko and why she hugged a fan during a concert; There’s apparently going to be a Hello Kitty live-action/animation film coming in 2028, but it sure went through some changes since 2019! 1:01:47: And well, the crossover of all crossovers has happened that makes total sense this year: Detective Conan and Detective Star Precure are crossing over this year — maybe Justin will give thoughts on both in the next episode! 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Bleach TYBW Part 4 is expanding its early theatrical release, and Ichigo's Japanese voice actor Masakazu Morita is coming to Anime Expo 2026! On this episode of Bleach Boys, we break down the growing international rollout for Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Calamity, the upcoming Anime Expo panel at Crypto Arena featuring both the Japanese and English voices of Ichigo, and our mission to get Morita's signature while celebrating one of the biggest Bleach events of the year.We also cover the newly announced Bleach Stirring Souls Vol. 5 from Ichiban Kuji, another Bleach x Hello Kitty collaboration, and Klub Outside's new member gifts featuring Ryoka, Shuhei Hisagi, and Don Kanonji designs. Most importantly, we talk about the once-in-a-lifetime Klub Outside event where 100 members will be chosen to meet Tite Kubo in Tokyo and ask him questions after TYBW Part 4. Plus, we dive into this week's Klub Outside Q&A about Mayuri and Szayelaporro, the Ise clan's rituals for “Amatsu-sama,” and how the Vizards lived in the World of the Living. We also cover Pantera Grimmjow's half-anniversary arrival in Bleach Soul Resonance, the new TYBW artbook going up for sale, Shinji and Momo joining Bleach Brave Souls, and the final results of our Bleach opening tournament.
How many of us dream of creating our own anime? With enough passion, resources, and dedication, Garnt Maneetapho turned that dream into reality with the 2025 announcement of Baan at Anime Expo. So, just when we thought we were done talking about anime shorts, we decided to discuss Gigguk's magnum opus, Baan.
The Bleach TYBW Part 4 trailer may have just been LEAKED, as Tite Kubo's recent visit to Shueisha has fans convinced a release date is right around the corner. On this episode of Bleach Boys, we break down the timeline, what Kubo posted, and why many believe May 19th could be when the Thousand-Year Blood War Part 4 trailer finally drops.We also cover major updates for Bleach Soul Resonance, as Grimmjow is officially joining the game alongside Szayelaporro, with developers teasing even more Espada and potentially Sternritter units coming soon. Plus, we dive into the full Ichiban Kuji Stirring Souls Vol. 4 lineup featuring Urahara, Shinji, Toshiro, and Aizen, the upcoming Bleach x LAM collaboration, and this week's Klub Outside answers about fused Zanpakuto forms, Kaido's ability to erase scars, and how Hollows track their prey. We also react to Anime Expo 2026 updates, a wild viral Bleach story, and head into Discord to debate which anime protagonist has the most boring fighting style.
ジェトロは2026年のAnime Expoで「Geek Street」ブース出展企業を募集し、インフルエンサー活用やBtoB交流支援を行う。
Our guest today is Melanie Jasmine a costume designer and makeup artist based in Texas.With more than 10 years of experience in sewing and design, she began her involvement in the cosplay community at age 15. Within the community she hosts panels and crafting sessions, judges cosplay contests and is a brand ambassador. She represents a newer generation of professional cosplayers who combine costume design, performance, makeup artistry, and branded content creation into dynamic character work. In addition to sewing and fabrication, she is known for using advanced makeup techniques to complete fully immersive transformations.She has worked with a variety of brands, such as Lootcrate, 20th Century Fox, Dreamhack, AVC Entertainment, Anime Expo, Dallas Fuel, Hulu, Coca Cola, and Blizzard Entertainment; creating promotional content and organizing meetups. She also shares insight into how brand partnerships differ from competition builds, what she looks for when judging contests, and how the cosplay industry has evolved over the years.Her work has won numerous awards and when not busy creating, she can be found doing guest appearances around the country. (1:53) How did Melanie learn to sew and who were her influencers?(4:10) What was Melanie like as a little girl before cosplay?(5:28) What brought her to the United States?(8:30) What drew Melanie to costume making and what was the first costume she ever made?(10:00) How did her early years in cosplay affect what she does today?(11:47) How does her work on makeup and costuming influence each other?(14:23) What are some of the tools and materials that are important to her?(17:00) Melanie explains how working with brands and collaborations is different than other projects.(22:51) What does she look for when judging competitions?(26:44) What changes has she seen over her involvement in cosplay.(30:10) What skills do sewists and quilters have that will help them get started I cosplay?(32:56) Where does she find her inspiration?(34:10) What's next for her and what's her dream?(35:26)Is there a question we didn't ask?(35:42) You can reach her at her email melanie@mjasmine.com and on Instagram.@mjasminedesign Be sure to subscribe to, review and rate this podcast on your favorite platform…and visit our website sewandsopodcast.com for more information about today's and all of our Guests.
In this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci‑Fi, we dive into the artistry, engineering, and personal expression behind what we wear in our favorite worlds — from blockbuster cinema to the convention floor. Costume Designer Melissa Bruning and cosplayer, designer, and author Yaya Han join us for a conversation that bridges professional filmmaking and the passionate craft of fandom. Featuring: Melissa Bruning — Costume Designer Melissa Bruning has shaped the look of some of the most visually ambitious genre films of the last decade. Her work includes: Space Jam: A New Legacy War for the Planet of the Apes Dawn of the Planet of the Apes Bosch: Legacy on television Yaya Han — Cosplayer, Designer, Author A pioneer in the modern cosplay movement, Yaya Han discovered cosplay at Anime Expo in 1999 — a moment that changed the trajectory of her life. Since then, she has become: A globally recognized cosplayer and designer A model and entrepreneur Author of Yaya Han's World of Cosplay A featured personality on SyFy's Heroes of Cosplay Creator of the bernette 79 Yaya Han Edition sewing machine SAVE 17% ON PLUS
The anime market is booming after setting record numbers last year! The Japanese box offices reached massive sales with the help of Demon Slayer Infinity Castle Arc pt. 1 and Chainsaw Man the Movie: Reze Arc. The Crunchyroll Anime Awards received over 51 million fan votes from anime enjoyers all around the world. Even anime conventions were seeing record attendance numbers, including AnimeExpo which saw over 410,000 attendees from more than 65 countries!! So, with all this success, what do we, the loyal fans, get in return? ANOTHER PRICE INCREASE ON OUR CRUNCHYROLL SUBSCRIPTIONS!!! You just can't make this stuff up... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Twitch: BakacopodcastTikTok: @bakacopodcastInstagram: @bakacopodcastBlueSky: @bakaco.bsky.socialYouTube: @bakacopodcast---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#anime #animepodcast #podcast #manga #animenews #animereviews #animepreviews #animerecommendations #mangacollectionSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bakacompany-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Anime Otapia 2026 is the premier next-generation anime and pop culture convention launching on the U.S. East Coast. Designed as a high-interactivity "Otaku Utopia," the event bridges the gap between traditional fan expos and innovative digital subcultures. Organized by a diverse team of industry professionals, Anime Otapia features an immersive lineup of Japanese voice actors, Voca Night concerts (featuring Utsu-P and ATOLS), and top-tier game producers from across the global IP landscape. Held at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, Anime Otapia focuses on three core pillars: Interactivity, Inclusivity, and Innovation. Attendees experience a massive Artist Alley, exclusive industry panels, and high-energy live performances that celebrate the best of anime, manga, and gaming culture. Web: https://anime-otapia.com Looking for that extra spark to level up your life? Say hello to Ash Brown—your go-to American powerhouse, motivational speaker, and the ultimate hype-woman for your personal and professional growth. Ash isn't just a voice in personal development; she's a trusted friend who brings real-talk wisdom and contagious energy to every conversation. Whether you're stuck in a rut or ready to scale your dreams, Ash is here to fuel your journey with a mix of heart and hustle.
Gundam Trivia @ anime expo chibi 2025 Recorded November 9, 2025; Ontario Convention Center Panel Room 200ABC; 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM Attention Gundam fans! Are you a Newtype whose soul travels beyond time and space? A Coordinator fighting for Freedom? A clan battle MAV chasing the Kira-Kira? If so then come test your Gundam knowledge with the Colony Drop Podcast! We have trivia for all levels and you might win a prize! Gundam trivia all set! Ready! GO! Watch the VIDEO version here: https://youtu.be/90YvU8y-5bI Follow along with the trivia PDF here: Google Drive Link
In this episode, we welcome Melanie Kohnen, an Associate Professor of Rhetoric and Media Studies for Lewis & Clark College, and Billy Austin Tringali, an Instruction Librarian at the Indiana University Indianapolis and the founder and Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Anime and Manga Studies (JAMS), to discuss the culture and function of pop-culture conventions (“cons”). Melanie shares her research on the encroaching influence of media companies on spaces such as San Diego Comic-Con, especially as they literally extend their promotions to outside of the convention center. Meanwhile, Billy speaks about his work running the annual JAMS@AX Symposium at Anime Expo and his own research regarding animanga content. This conversation examines the intersection of academia and non-academic spaces, like fan events, and how media businesses build relationships with their audiences. Melanie and Billy explore how both academics and con-goers can experience conventions as fans and build a sense of community at these pop-culture events. They offer various modes of experiencing conventions and ways of accessing fans as part of larger promotional content. From Japan to the US, Billy and Melanie show us that conventions are places of scholarly work, fun, and play! Here are some of the references from this episode, for those who want to dig a little deeper:Academic Readings, Journals, and Resources:Imagined Communities: Reflections on the Origin and Spread of Nationalism“The experience economy of TV promotion at San Diego Comic-Con”“From Comic-Con to Amazon: Fan conventions and digital platforms”Journal of Anime and Manga Studies (JAMS)JAMS@AXMechademiaAnime and Manga StudiesSwarming SDCCManga in LibrariesAnime Con search website [link]Henry's “Performing Our Collective Dreams: The Many Worlds of San Diego Comic-Con”Henry's Frames of Fandom book seriesPeople and Places:Dr. Suzanne ScottJillian RudesMaria BonnFrenchy LunningMaria K. AlbertoEmilie WaggonerDr Zoe CrombieTheodore GournelosDr. Roman Gomez Physics of Anime lecture [video]Janine SunWerner HerzogBenedict AndersonRyan MurphyAnime ExpoSan Diego Comic-ConWonder ConDragon ConKingston Public LibraryComiku GirlsAnime BostonBoston Cosplay Human Death Match [link, video]Petco Park DashconRose City Comic ConGallifrey OneMagicConMedia:Abbott Elementary SDCC 2025 Abbott Elementary Block PartyPokémon [website, anime]Yu-Gi-Oh [card game, anime]Dragon BallTelevision Without PityHowl's Moving CastleDemon SlayerWalking with DinosaursPeacemakerPeacefest SDCC 2025 [link, video]HBO MaxTubiPluto TVPsychGleeRocky Horror Picture ShowPlaystationMortal Kombat 1The Good PlaceSDCC Panel 2018 [video]SuperstoreSDCC Panel 2019 [video list]Magic the GatheringAvatar: The Last AirbenderCrunchyrollToho AnimationDelicious in DungeonDungeons and DragonsKimba the White LionYu Yu HakushoHouse of the DragonDr. Who ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Share your thoughts via Twitter with Henry, Colin and the How Do You Like It So Far? account! You can also email us at howdoyoulikeitsofarpodcast@gmail.com.Music:“In Time” by Dylan Emmett and “Spaceship” by Lesion X.In Time (Instrumental) by Dylan Emmet https://soundcloud.com/dylanemmetSpaceship by Lesion X https://soundcloud.com/lesionxbeatsCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/in-time-instrumentalFree Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/lesion-x-spaceshipMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/AzYoVrMLa1Q––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This time, we are back with a return to anime expo (AX) chibi, at the Ontario Convention Center, for their latest show.
The BakaBites roadshow is coming to a close for the 2025 season! That's right, the final anime convention was attended this past weekend and the bakabois are spending this episode reminiscing about their experiences at the anime conventions from 2025. Frankfurtter and MagicallyAverage recap their time attending Momocon, Youmacon, AnimeNYC, and, the big one of them all, AnimeExpo!! Tune in to hear the many tales from their conventions this year, and get a sneak peek into some of the cons they may be attending in 2026!!---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Twitch: BakacopodcastTikTok: @bakacopodcastInstagram: @bakacopodcastBlueSky: @bakaco.bsky.socialYouTube: @bakacopodcast---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#anime #animepodcast #podcast #manga #animenews #animereviews #animepreviews #animerecommendations #mangacollectionSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bakacompany-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Stephanie Yanez is a Jpop music artist and content creator blending anime nostalgia, original music, and kawaii culture. She was the first American to release an original song with Hatsune Miku and has performed at festivals, conventions, and live venues across the U.S. and Japan. Known for her dreamy Jpop sound and collaborations with brands like Sanrio, Crunchyroll, and Bandai, Stephanie shares her love of retro anime, fashion, and all things cute with fans worldwide. In this video, she shares her artistic roots, major career milestones, and the message she carries through her music. Connect with Stephanie Official Website: https://stephanieyanez.com Spotify: Stephanie Yanez on Spotify Instagram: @stephachu YouTube: StephanieYanezTV TikTok: @stephachu Facebook: Stephanie Yanez Music Contact: stephanieyanez.com/contact https://stephanieyanez.com/biography https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Ta0GLqgWM15Cqxo1EAqQn?si=yHFCvW72SCue4rhp7crG1g ステファニー・ヤネズ Jpopアーティスト・コンテンツクリエイター・カワイイカルチャーアンバサダー 。 アメリカ出身のJ-POPアーティスト、ステファニー・ヤネズが、自身のキャリアの歩みを語ります。 ステファニー・ヤネズは、アニメのノスタルジー、オリジナル音楽、そしてカワイイカルチャーを融合させたJpopアーティスト兼コンテンツクリエイターです。彼女は初音ミクとオリジナル楽曲をリリースした初のアメリカ人アーティストであり、アメリカと日本各地のフェスティバル、コンベンション、ライブ会場でパフォーマンスを行ってきました。 2004年、Anime ExpoのAX Idolでの優勝をきっかけに、NBCユニバーサル・エンターテイメント・ジャパンと契約し、Paramount Studiosでのレコーディングを経て、プロとしての音楽活動を開始しました。 その後、日本とアメリカでのツアーや、初音ミクとのコラボレーション楽曲「Ultimate Miku World」のリリースなど、国際的な活動を展開しています。 また、アニメカバーアルバムのリリースや、ファッションモデル、テレビ・ラジオのパーソナリティ、作家としても活躍しています。 。 夢のようなJpopサウンドと、サンリオ、クランチロール、バンダイといったブランドとのコラボレーションで知られ、レトロアニメやファッション、カワイイものへの愛を世界中のファンと共有しています。 CAREER BRAINでは、個人のキャリア支援だけでなく、企業向けに「営業力強化」「リーダー育成」「新卒フォロー研修」などの人材育成サポートも提供しています。チームや社内の人材力を高めたい、次世代リーダーを育てたい企業様もぜひご相談ください。
Anime Expo and San Diego Comic-Con 2025 bestowed so much exciting Gundam news upon us that we absolutely must talk about the implications. Whether you like anime, cards, manga, minis, or movies, Bandai/ Sunrise are coming for your wallet in every way possible and we are here for it! Plus, Isaac attempts another baseball analogy and demands Bandai sell a mushroom cloud mini for Natural use only! We hope to see you all in theaters for all of these special events coming your way! Anime Expo / San Diego Comic-Con news recap: https://en.gundam.info/news/video-music/02_14637.html New Mobile Report Gundam Wing Anniversary Video -Operation 30th-: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ueB0oNajuEg New Mobile Report Gundam Wing 0.5: Half Preventer-7: https://en.gundam.info/about-gundam/series-pages/gundam-w/news/publications/02_14594.html Gundam Eight: https://gundam.fandom.com/wiki/Mobile_Suit_Gundam_Eight Gundam Card Game: https://www.gundam-gcg.com/en/ Gundam Assemble: https://global.bandai-hobby.net/en-us/site/gundam-assemble/
In this episode of the Anime+ Podcast, Aray and Aunn break down the biggest anime headlines from July 2025! From Netflix's announcement of a live-action Solo Leveling series, to the legendary return of Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo (yes, really) — there's a lot to get into.We talk about new anime adaptations on the horizon like Unmei no Makimodo Shi, MAO, Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You, Golden Kamuy's final arc, and the Wind Breaker tracing controversy that put the webtoon on pause.Also in this jam-packed news drop:
This newest episode of Dregs of Craigs comes to you with some new shark friends! We also discuss perusing for grannies, romance and horny-ness at the Anime Expo, a crazy YouTube channel pitch, and a graph cuck! Find out more at https://dregs-of-craigs.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/dregs-of-craigs/9c306d75-3895-4ed5-9621-24ecfffb6402 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
This chapter, Aaron and Tyler go over all the relevant news and announcements from Anime Expo. News is from a multitude of sources this week include our normal spots: Anime News Network and Crunchyroll News.
In this episode of the Fake Fans Podcast Scarra & Peter talk about the Ironmouse & VShojo incident as well as give you an update on Peter recent incident getting scammed at Anime Expo. Oh and more Umamusume of course
Gundam Trivia @ Anime Expo 2025 Recorded July 5, 2025; LA Convention Center Panel Room 402AB; 12:30 PM - 1:20 PM Attention Gundam fans! Are you a Newtype fighting for spacenoid independence? A Coordinator trying to fulfill your Destiny? A fan of mobile suit Clan Battles? If so then come test your Gundam knowledge with the Colony Drop Podcast! We'll have trivia for all levels and you might win a prize! Gundam trivia all set! Ready! GO! Watch the VIDEO version here: https://youtu.be/PEny3XtWFFw
Welcome to Episode 149 of the Anime Lately Podcast! In this episode, we catch up with the team in our Weebs Lounge, share the anime, manga, and other media we've been enjoying, and dive into the latest otaku news and buzz. Rundown of the Show: Weebs Lounge: Catch up with the team on what's been happening in our lives. Media We've Been Consuming: Discover what anime, manga, and other media we've been enjoying lately. Otaku News & Buzz Central: Get the latest updates and news in the world of anime and beyond. ► Stay connected with us: AniMa W3 Studio = https://linktr.ee/animaw3studio Anime lately Podcast = https://bit.ly/3jF9S15 ► Follow us on Twitter/X: AniMA W3 Studio = https://twitter.com/AniMaW3Studio Vash = https://twitter.com/LegendDVash Rome = https://twitter.com/romeWithADot Jokester = https://twitter.com/itzjokester Whawkins = https://twitter.com/whawkinsMW DropThisBox = https://twitter.com/DropThisBox ► Follow us on Anilist: LEGEND D VASH : https://anilist.co/user/LegendDVash/ DROP THIS BOX : https://anilist.co/user/DropThisBox/ WHAWKINS : https://anilist.co/user/whawkins/ CRASH : https://anilist.co/user/Crashx131/ MEMORYNK : https://anilist.co/user/MemoryNK/ NEKO CHAN : https://anilist.co/user/nekochan211/ MAD GOD GREM : https://anilist.co/user/Gremmon/ JOKESTER : https://anilist.co/user/Itzjokester/ ► Follow us on Letterboxd: LEGEND D VASH : https://letterboxd.com/LegendDVash/ DROP THIS BOX : https://letterboxd.com/dropthisbox/ ► Follow Us on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/animaw3studio https://www.twitch.tv/romewithadot https://www.twitch.tv/whawkinstreams https://www.twitch.tv/itz_jokester ►Join Our Discord Server: Anime Lately: https://discord.gg/45Zpt8yv4m ►Podcast Network AniMa W3 Studio Podcast: https://linktr.ee/animelatelypodcast Weebs of the Ring Podcast:
Comic-Con 2025's low-key lineup and Marvel's Hall H no-show spark a spirited clash: are audiences burned out on superheroes while anime surges? Theo Harvey and Mr Benja analyze SDCC's vibe, Anime Expo's record turnout and Netflix's 50 % anime viewership stat, pondering where pop fandom goes next.00:00 Introduction and Comic-Con Excitement00:35 The Rise of Anime01:34 Comic-Con's Changing Vibe02:31 Marvel's Impact on Comic-Con03:38 Teenage Dystopian Craze04:18 Superhero Fatigue05:48 Anime's Growing Influence10:25 South Park's Enduring Popularity13:52 Anime's Struggle for Mainstream Acceptance30:56 Live-Action Adaptations and Future of Anime35:08 Background Anime Watching36:05 Serialized Storytelling in Anime vs. American TV37:48 Anime's Unique Endings38:25 The Future of Anime in the Mainstream39:23 Remembering Malcolm Jamal Warner42:34 The Impact of Nostalgia and Monoculture44:27 Family Movie Night: The Hunger Games48:58 The Influence of Comics and Superhero Movies57:51 The Role of Comedy in Modern Media01:01:44 Upcoming Projects and Final ThoughtsYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/w9Mge6C7CUs#ComicCon2025 #AnimeExpo #Anime #Japan #SuperheroFatigue #NetflixAnime #PopCulture #ShowVsBusiness #FandomShift #Podcast #Entertainment----------Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys give their equipment google list recommendation that is updated often Sign up - https://www.showvsbusiness.com/----------Follow us on Instagram - https://instagram.com/show_vs_businessFollow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/showvsbusinessLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShowVsBusinessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuwni8la5WRGj25uqjbRwdQ/featuredFollow Theo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtheoharvey Follow Mr.Benja on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminJohnsonakaMrBenja --------
There is so much to share in the crafting and cosplay world! Stick around as we update you about DashCon2, AnimeExpo 2025, Pattern Bankruptcy filings, and more.
Bonus content from our AX trip. Breaking down day 4 of AX really really late at night. We may be buzzed and tired, but I hope you enjoy0:00 - Intro3:34 - JJK Panel13:49 - Pete tries to mount up for The Stable17:25 - The rise of Uma Musume in the anime/gaming mainstream21:30 - Our weekend merch hauls28:02 - Trent's Holy Grail: When They Cry imports32:44 - Jonny, Certified Bag Getter36:25 - Overall thoughts on the AX weekend44:03 - What we would do differently next time48:59 - AX vs Anime North and other cons51:32 - Too many vs not enough activities at a con1:00:14 - Top 3 things inside and outside AX1:09:25 - Experiencing anisong DJ sets1:14:57 - More food talk (Hatch, Gen KBBQ, Ice cream truck)1:23:31 - Jonny meets his heroes1:34:41 - Little Tokyo, USA vs Big Tokyo, Japan
Kubo just revealed in an exclusive Anime Expo 2025 interview that he's adding entirely new characters to Bleach TYBW Part 4 and he's more involved than ever in the anime's finale. We break down everything we learned from the panel, including insight from Masashi Kudo, who confirmed just how hands-on Kubo is with the new content.We also discuss Kubo's 10th Anniversary message and artwork for Bleach Brave Souls, along with the growing rumors of a Bleach live-action adaptation in development at Warner Bros. Cour 4 dubbing is officially underway, according to a brand-new Klub Outside comment, and we're hyped to see how it all wraps up.Plus: This week's Klub Outside answers were packed! Kubo drops a hilarious response about Nnoitra's fate, clarifies Gentei Kaijo rules, gives Shinji a Gorillaz theme song, and hints that Chad might get married?! Seireitei Times returns to wrap up the space arc with Jose and Retsam, and we've officially restructured our Patreon with updated rewards.
Trents audio issue does get fixed earlyBonus content from our AX trip. Breaking down day 3 of AX really really late at night. We may be buzzed and tired, but I hope you enjoy1:17 - Wake Up, Get Up, Get Out There for Persona 5: X7:52 - Pete learns about the Physics in Anime13:15 - Learning about 3DCGI animation with Orange26:09 - CRUN-CHY-ROLL!! (Demons of the Shadow Realm, Dragon Maidmovie, Mushoku Tensei S3, and Black Clover S2 reaction)38:51 - The partying FINALLY begins at Sonic Boombox49:46 - Overall thoughts through Day 353:29 - Looking ahead to the final day
Bonus content from our AX trip. Breaking down day 2 of AX really really late at night. We may be buzzed and tired, but I hope you enjoy1:22 - Late night, early morning, and Demon Slayer6:55 - The expectations that come with AX9:39 - Frieren: Beyond the Hype Squad11:47 - Evan Call is just like me for real18:42 - Frieren panel reveals26:41 - Himmel's Jonny's cosplay journey (ft. Evan Call... again)29:22 - Production IG x WIT stop-motioning the vibes34:30 - Jonny, #1 Trash Taste fan38:34 - The freaks come out at night for Panty & Stocking45:56 - Time to get TRIGGER-ed56:47 - Favorites of the day58:54 - PSA: DON'T PARAGLIDE OFF THE WESTIN1:05:56 - Looking forward to Day 3
On this week's episode, I'm rejoined by Crunchyroll EVP Mitchel Berger to talk about anime's increasing popularity with those yearning for community. We reference a report on the state of anime several times; you can read it here. The long and the short of it, though, is that anime is increasingly popular with Gen Z and Gen Alpha, which will likely come as no surprise to anyone who has seen the wall of manga in their local Barnes and Noble. From theatrical rollouts in the United States and around the world to the 17-million-subscriber-strong Crunchyroll streaming service to the sold-out Anime Expo in Los Angeles earlier this month, it's an enormous segment of the market that holds a deep attachment to younger audiences. If you enjoyed this week's episode, I hope you share it with a friend!
On this week's episode, author and comedian, Tamara Yajia, is here to chat her new book (Cry For Me Argentina), Anime Expo, favorite animals, and more!Get Tamara's new book Cry for Me, Argentina: My Life as a Failed Child Star.See us LIVE IN SAN FRANCISCO ON AUGUST 22ND AT THE ECLECTIC BOX!Donate to Al Otro Lado, any amount helps right now.See Jordan and Steven at San Diego Comic-Con!Buy signed copies of Youth Group and Bubble from Mission: Comics And Art!~ NEW JJGo MERCH ~Jordan's new Spider-Man's comic is out now!Order Jordan's new Godzilla comic! Be sure to get our new ‘Ack Tuah' shirt in the Max Fun store.Or, grab an ‘Ack Tuah' mug!The Maximum Fun Bookshop!Follow the podcast on Instagram and send us your dank memes!Check out Jesse's thrifted clothing store, Put This On.Follow brand new producer, Steven Ray Morris, on Instagram.Listen to See Jurassic Right!
Bonus content from our AX trip. Breaking down day 1 of AX really really late at night. We may be buzzed and tired, but I hope you enjoy
This week on ANIME+, we're packed with premieres, power-ups, and a few unexpected delays!
We talk movies with Superman and F1, music with Blackpink and Backstreet Boys at the Sphere, and a potential combo of the two with a Donkey Kong movie. Plus, Anime Expo, live service happenings, and more.
In this episode of the Fake Fans Podcast Scarra & Peter we talk about our current Anime Expo experience, the Dodger x One Piece event, and Umamusume
In this episode: We're going over the offerings for the Summer 2025 Anime season and what we're interested in. Also, we finished Moonrise! There were a ton of new and continuing anime announcements that came out of Anime Expo that we're going over as well. Come chill and let us know what you're watching!Welcome to the Anime Savants Podcast! Your destination for deep dives, hot takes, and expert analysis on all things anime! Whether you're a seasoned otaku or a curious newcomer, we've got you covered with discussions on the latest episodes, hidden gems, classic series, and everything in between. Tune in for your fix of anime news, reviews, and fan theories!
Sketch, Kuro and Steven are joined by returning guest LumRanmaYasha who just happened go to Anime Expo. After Lum tells the other's about their experience at Anime Expo including some thoughts on Rooster Fighter it's onto a recap of Blue Exorcist: Kyoto Saga episode 7. 0:00:00 - Schedule Update and Lum's experience at Anime Expo 1:00:23 - Blue Exorcist: Kyoto Saga Ep 7 Recap
In this episode, James returns from Anime Expo, Bryan returns from Denver Fan Expo, and we review Tainted Grail: Fall of Avalon.
This time, we're back at the LA Convention Center for part two of our talk about Anime Expo 2025. Listen in and enjoy!
On this week's Crewcast, Frank reports back from Anime Expo, Jeremy goes back in time to check out retro masterpiece Death Stranding, Jesse blasts off into The Alters, and Danny's getting nostalgic in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4. Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2545710/Tony_Hawks_Pro_Skater_3__4/ The Alters: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1601570/The_Alters/ Death Stranding: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1850570/DEATH_STRANDING_DIRECTORS_CUT/ iTunes Page: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/noclip/id1385062988 RSS Feed: http://noclippodcast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5XYk92ubrXpvPVk1lin4VB?si=JRAcPnlvQ0-YJWU9XiW9pg Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/noclippodcast Watch our docs: https://youtube.com/noclipvideo Crewcast channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/noclippodcast Learn About Noclip: https://www.noclip.video Become a Patron and get early access to new episodes: https://www.patreon.com/noclip Follow @noclipvideo on Twitter Chapters: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:05:45 - Thanking our Patreon supporters! 0:07:47 - Frank reports back from Anime Expo 0:20:12 - Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 0:36:09 - A Religious Games Detour Before The Alters 0:44:56 - Okay, time for The Alters 0:54:20 - The Game Industry's Continued Use of GenAI 1:14:19 - Romero Games Lives On! 1:17:27 - Death Stranding (The First One) 1:32:19 - Danny's Movie Review Corner 1:38:11 - Q: Cancelled games you wish would've come out? 1:43:44 - Noclip Updates 1:45:18 - Sign Off
Join us on this week's episode as we discuss some of the anime announcements of Anime Expo 2025!
On this week's Anime Degens Podcast: Dan and Nom recap a bunch of news from Anime Expo 2025 in Los Angeles and then we do what we do best - we bullshit. No Agenda, No topics - Just anime bullshittinnn!To join the Discord, follow us on our socials (we're on Threads / Insta, Twitter (X), Bluesky / Hive and Tumblr): https://Linktree.com/animedegensThe Degen Videos are on YouTube now! So, Make sure you follow and like the videos over there at https://Linktree.com/animedegensPlease Rate us on your listening platforms and don't forget to tell your anime friends about us! its the best way to support us and we really do appreciate y'all! Thanks for listening!!If you have any Feedback that you'd like to share or have Topics that you'd like for us to discuss on the Degen Episode, Please reach out to us on any of our Socials, Discord or click here!Interested in being a guest? Reach out to Tyler on Discord or Twitter / Threads! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This time, we're back at the LA Convention Center for Part 1 of our Anime Expo 2025 talk. Listen in and enjoy
Send us a textVictor, Evelyn, and Mark hang out this week to talk about hitting up Anime Expo 2025, how often do you wash your pants, refugee nerd alley, being fooled by a fixture, and super detailed artwork.
Serious question, why call something Rebirth, if there is no rebirthing, where was the rebirthing? Yes I have a full review of Jurassic World Rebirth in todays drop. Plus more fallout from the Microsoft and Xbox layoffs, and who is to blame? Helldivers 2 is dropping on Xbox next month, and Nintendo ponders the future of game development. ScarJo is now the highest grossing lead actor ever, John M Chu is going to be racing into theaters as the director of Hot Wheels. Meanwhile James Gunn and Zack Snyder portal into Rick and Morty in the least suspecting way.
Janet and Isaiah talk about Slay the Spire, a modern classic roguelike deckbuilder that's captured Janet's attention while playing around with Nintendo Switch 2's virtual game card sharing. From poisoning foes to building energy, Janet seems to be really enjoying her runs so far. Lets just hope this doesn't take a turn for the worse (GAMES). Then they talk about attending Anime Expo 2025 in the Los Angeles Convention Center. They managed to catch a panel about Janet's newest anime love Frieren, listened to some NASA scientist discuss if anime science is based on fact or fiction, share their Artist Alley flops, and come to terms with the fact that some Persona 5 music fans are just plain better than them (NOT GAMES).Poll of the Show:https://gamesandnotgames.com/pollTimestamps:00:00 Intro00:18 Catching Up02:53 Games / Slay the Spire50:52 Not Games / Anime Expo 202501:37:47 Poll of the Show01:44:42 OutroSend your questions and topics to the email address Inbox@GamesAndNotGames.comFor more Games And Not Games:YouTube.com/@GamesAndNotGamesTwitch.tv/GamesAndNotGamesBlueSky: @GamesAndNotGames.comTikTok, Instagram, Threads: @GamesAndNotGamesTwitter/X: @GamesAndNotFollow the hosts:Janet: @gameonysus.bsky.socialIsaiah: @isaiahsmith.dev
In this episode, we discuss RPG DLCs & title updates, Microsoft layoffs, and news from Anime Expo and Bandai Namco's Summer Showcase.
Send us a textVictor, Evelyn, and Mark hang out this week to talk about flights to Las Vegas, The Tiny Chef, Anime Expo, sparkling water challenges, and the gang play a cereal bracket tournament to see who takes it all.
Occult Crescent: South Horn has been out for more than two weeks now, and the community's opinion is starting to form. It's surprisingly not all praise, and we discuss how and why the community feels this way. We also discuss the recently announced Live Letter - what do can we expect in patch 7.3? FFXIV will have a presence at Anime Expo in LA, and we go through all the things you can expect from the event. Remember to send us MogMail! MogMail: https://speakersxiv.com/mogmail/ ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SpeakersXIV ► Become a Speakers YT Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2BQVHKP5x3Cs62MB0DF5EQ/join ► Merchandise: https://speakersxiv-shop.fourthwall.com/ ► Follow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/speakersxiv.bsky.social ► Catch us LIVE on Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/SpeakersXIV ► Speakers Discord: https://discord.gg/ATBUccS