Best Shounen Podcasts (2024)

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Pokémon Concierge 38:43

1d ago38:43

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Tonight on GeekNights, we review the delightful Pokémon Concierge on Netflix. In the news, Dungeon Meshi grows a plot if you watch past the first bit, Chinese Indie Feature Art College 1994 is in theaters this Friday, and Tonari no Yokai-san looks super cute. Related Links Forum Thread Pokémon Concierge Discord Chat Pokémon Concierge Things of the …

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Is This Another Anime MASTERPIECE? | The Apothecary Diaries Spoilercast 1:56:02

4d ago1:56:02

1:56:02

Is this anime the best medicine?Find out as the ACAD crew dive into the mystery, intrigue, and romance of the 2023 anime The Apothecary Diaries!Join ACAD everywhere to keep up with all we do:Discord (18+ only) → https://discord.gg/animeclubafterdark Twitter → https://twitter.com/AnimeClubAD Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/acad.bsky.social TikTok…

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The Anime Community Echochamber (ft. Kamimashita) 2:12:43

6d ago2:12:43

2:12:43

On this exciting episode, the Nardwar & Smough of Anime talks to Kamimashita as they discuss the r/anime awards, the importance of anime communities and discussion and their impact on those who participate in them, and some of the most recent anime coming out in 2024 they've been watching. Will they survive breaking rules 1 & 2? Tune in to find out…

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The Start of Spring Anime | Monthly Dump #11 2:02:20

11d ago2:02:20

2:02:20

Join the crew for the monthly tea spilling of what they've been watching and reading (now featuring 100% more wise wolves)!Join ACAD everywhere to keep up with all we do:Discord (18+ only) → https://discord.gg/animeclubafterdark Twitter → https://twitter.com/AnimeClubAD Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/acad.bsky.social TikTok → https://tiktok.com…

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The Orbital Children (2022) 53:14

16d ago53:14

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Tonight on GeekNights, we review The Orbital Children. It's an excellent short hard science fiction show written and directed by Mitsuo Iso. In the news, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM is in theaters May 7-8 and somebody bought Superman again. Related Links Forum Thread The Orbital Children (2022) Discord Chat The Orbital Children (2022) Things of…

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Is THIS the Best Anime Ever Made? | Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Spoilercast 2:17:00

18d ago2:17:00

2:17:00

It's time to deal with our regrets...Join the ACAD crew as they delve into the nooks and crannies of the much lauded Studio Madhouse adaptation of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End!Does it live up to the hype? Is it really one of the best anime ever made??Join ACAD everywhere to keep up with all we do:Discord (18+ only) → https://discord.gg/animeclubaf…

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Do People ACTUALLY Watch Anime? (ft. @HaydenTheHistorian) 1:34:38

21d ago1:34:38

1:34:38

On this episode of The Weeb Crew Anime Podcast, Hayden joins the crew in being curmudgeons as they discuss such important topics such as influences, death of the author, our approaches to content creation, and whether or not people even watch the shows they complain about.. We also talk about Magical Girls! Check out our Patreon for uncut episodes …

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Amazon Ruins Everything. | WTF Episode #45 2:55:25

25d ago2:55:25

2:55:25

Join the ACAD crew as they answer questions from Discord and talk about the impact of Akira Toriyama on the anime, manga, and gaming worlds, whether Hazbin Hotel is good or not, the horror of online shopping, and more on this month's WTF!Originally recorded: 3/30/2024Listen and watch here:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimeClubAfterDarkSoundC…

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Delicious in Dungeon (Dungeon Meshi) 44:58

30d ago44:58

44:58

Tonight on GeekNights, with Rym back from the plague and Scott back from PAX, we review the hot new anime Delicious in Dungeon (Dungeon Meshi / ダンジョン飯). From Studio Trigger, it's part light fantasy part cooking show. It's worth your watch. In the news, The Spider Within: A Spider-Verse Story dropped in partnership with the Kevin Love Fund and two l…

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OOPS!! All Isekai! | Spring 2024 Preview - ACAD Episode 207 1:21:37

1M ago1:21:37

1:21:37

Join the ACAD crew as they look ahead to the Spring 2024 anime season to see what is (and isn't) worth watching!Listen and watch here:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimeClubAfterDarkSoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → https://spoti.fi/2EMjuDGTikTok → https://tiktok.com/@animeclubafterdarkApple Podcasts → https://ap…

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The Ultimate Shounen | JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Part 1 1:20:19

1M ago1:20:19

1:20:19

Join the crew as they begin a new spoilercast series! This time delving into David Production's anime adaptation of the crazy world of Hirohiko Araki's JoJo's Bizarre Adventure!This spoilercast details all of Part 1: Phantom Blood.Listen and watch here:YouTube → http://bit.ly/2rENRo4SoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → ht…

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Anime is a 𝙑𝙄𝘽𝙀 (ft. Internet Pitstop) 3:26:58

1M ago3:26:58

3:26:58

On this episode, the crew is joined by their shitty roommate as they embark on a magical journey through the wonderful world of YouTube, influences, Toonami, Zelda, Dark Souls, and much, much more! Will they all get evicted before they could ever fit all this in to one episode? Tune in to find out!

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Boruto Part 3 END: Code (Chapters 56-81 + Extra Stories) 2:09:16

1M ago2:09:16

2:09:16

Tracing back the podcast's origin, we revisit the Naruto franchise to check in on the next generation adventures of Boruto, plus a few extra stories: Konoha's Story, Sasuke's Story, and The Whorl Within the Spiral. Next time: Magi Chapters 1-76

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Robot Dreams (2023) 46:15

1M ago46:15

46:15

Tonight on GeekNights, we review the fantastic Robot Dreams, a Spanish-French animated tragicomedy was saw at the New York International Children's Film Festival. It has no dialog and you will remember the 21st night of September. In the news, Akira Toriyama has died, and the creator of X-Men 97 has been fired. Related Links Forum Thread Robot Drea…

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Winter Season Anime Wrap Up | Monthly Dump #10 2:02:32

2M ago2:02:32

2:02:32

Join the crew for the monthly tea spilling of what they've been watching, reading, and playing (now featuring 14% more gushing and 14% more magical girls)!Listen and watch here:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimeClubAfterDarkSoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → https://spoti.fi/2EMjuDGTikTok → https://tiktok.com/@an…

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finding a reason to live 2:03:24

2M ago2:03:24

2:03:24

we're baaaack with season 2!!! our guest for today is EGGY, a good friend I met through streaming. in this episode we talk about our careers, the trend of 'quitting' your job, and ultimately, what is the reason for living? hope ya'll enjoy🧡 Social links: https://linktr.ee/sneakymoon_ Music by 유진박 from Pixabay…

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Who Is the Best Vtuber? | ACAD Episode 206 1:47:47

2M ago1:47:47

1:47:47

Join Alex-senpai and Jon as they present their own 3x3s of their favorite vtubers!Listen and watch here:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimeClubAfterDarkSoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → https://spoti.fi/2EMjuDGTikTok → https://tiktok.com/@animeclubafterdarkApple Podcasts → https://apple.co/2wAwKtqBitChute → https…

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The Most Controversial Podcast | WTF Episode #44 3:35:14

2M ago3:35:14

3:35:14

Join the ACAD crew as they answer questions from Discord and talk about recent drama around Nijisanji, Chanoda attending Katsucon, and lots of discussions centered around food!Originally recorded: 2/22/2024Listen and watch here:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimeClubAfterDarkSoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → http…

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Trigun Maximum Part 2 END: Millions Knives (Chapters 48-97) 1:16:07

2M ago1:16:07

1:16:07

In a wild, wild world, we're taking aim at Yasuhiro Nightow's Trigun and Trigun Maximum!Next time: Boruto C56-81 + Konoha's Story - The Steam Ninja Scrolls + Sasuke's Story - The Uchiha and the Heavenly Stardust + Naruto: The Whorl within the Spiral

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The Must Watch Anime of 2023 | ACAD Episode 205 2:22:45

2M ago2:22:45

2:22:45

Join the entire crew as they recap their favorite anime from 2023 and give out their own individual awards for anime excellence in the previous year!Listen and watch here:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimeClubAfterDarkSoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → https://spoti.fi/2EMjuDGTikTok → https://tiktok.com/@animeclu…

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It's Not Old, It's 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗥𝗢 Anime (ft. MercuryFalcon) 2:35:07

2M ago2:35:07

2:35:07

On this exciting installment of The Weeb Crew, the crew is joined by MercuryFalcon as they discuss everything retro anime, from Robotech and Iczer-1 to futas!? It's definitely going to be one of those episodes..

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Castlevania: Nocturne 42:53

2M ago42:53

42:53

Tonight on GeekNights, we review the first season of Castlevania: Nocturne. If you enjoyed the first show then your vampire cup overfloweth. In the news, PAX has an official Discord and Bong Joon Ho is working on a new animated film about deep sea creatures. Related Links Forum Thread Castlevania: Nocturne Discord Chat Castlevania: Nocturne Things …

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More Terrible Anime Takes | Monthly Dump #9 1:30:20

2M ago1:30:20

1:30:20

Join the crew for the monthly tea spilling of what they've been watching, reading, and playing (now featuring 25% more Blade Runner references)!Listen and watch here:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimeClubAfterDarkSoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → https://spoti.fi/2EMjuDGTikTok → https://tiktok.com/@animeclubafte…

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Trigun Maximum Part 1: Vash the Stampede (Chapters 1-47) 1:12:39

3M ago1:12:39

1:12:39

Due to audio issues not noticed until after the recording, the last 10-15 minutes has some odd static on my end. I tried to cut around it but only so much could be done. I apologize for the inconvenience. In a wild, wild world, we're taking aim at Yasuhiro Nightow's Trigun and Trigun Maximum! Next time: Trigun Maximum 48-97 END…

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Ep. 243: The Most 'Bingeable' One-Off Shounens 1:08:48

3M ago1:08:48

1:08:48

This week, the professors rank on a different kind of scale to bring you a list based one of anime's most valuable attributes: Bingeability! All of these shows have three things in common: fully completed, quick watches, and reel you in with a good hook! Link Tree and Merch https://www.weebology.com Socials Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/weebolog…

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The Best Anime Composers and OSTs | ACAD Episode 204 (ft. @BmoreBrass) 2:07:22

3M ago2:07:22

2:07:22

Music makes the anime world go round!Join ACAD and special guest Ian as they discuss some of their favorite anime music composers and the scores they've written!Check out Ian's content here:https://www.youtube.com/@BmoreBrassListen and watch here:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimeClubAfterDarkSoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafte…

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The BEST Anime of 2023 2:12:20

3M ago2:12:20

2:12:20

It's that time of year again and the crew is back in the kitchen cooking up some hot takes on the last year of anime. Who let them cook, exactly? Nobody knows, but if you can't take the heat then get out of the kitchen, it's Anime of the Year time, baby!

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Ep. 242: Our 2024 Anime Awards Rundown 1:24:42

3M ago1:24:42

1:24:42

This week, the professors make a panel of two and run down their picks for the Crunchyroll Anime Awards! While some categories have obvious winners, several manage to create a pretty tight race... Link Tree and Merch https://www.weebology.com Socials Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/weebology Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weebology.podcast…

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The Problems With Vtubers, Palworld, and Cars | WTF Episode #43 2:49:36

3M ago2:49:36

2:49:36

Join the ACAD crew as they answer questions from Discord and talk about recent drama around vtubers and Palworld, Chanoda attending Magfest, and Jon's hate of modern cars!Originally recorded: 1/26/2024Listen and watch here:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimeClubAfterDarkSoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → https://s…

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Trigun Part 1 (Chapters 1-20) 1:41:55

3M ago1:41:55

1:41:55

In a wild, wild world, we're taking aim at Yasuhiro Nightow's Trigun and Trigun Maximum! Next time: Trigun Maximum 1-47

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Ep. 241: Zom 100 Was Worth The Wait! 1:19:09

3M ago1:19:09

1:19:09

This week, the professors hit a show that really stuck the landing despite numerous production hurdles: Zom 100 - Bucket List Of The Dead! Utilizing the zombie outbreak aesthetic to great subversive effect, it breathed life into an otherwise stale genre and leveraged tropes to create some really potent character moments! Link Tree and Merch https:/…

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Anime You NEED To Check Out | ACAD Episode 203 1:35:29

3M ago1:35:29

1:35:29

Has an anime or manga ever really surprised you?Join Senpai and Jon as they talk about some anime (and a manga) that surprised them either for the good, the bad, or the very ugly parts of them!Listen and watch here:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimeClubAfterDarkSoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → https://spoti.fi/…

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Is This Miyazaki's Magnum Opus?? | The Boy and the Heron Movie Review 52:34

3M ago52:34

52:34

Join the crew as they review Hayao Miyazaki's latest film, The Boy and the Heron!Listen and watch here:YouTube → http://bit.ly/2rENRo4SoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → https://spoti.fi/2EMjuDGTikTok → https://tiktok.com/@animeclubafterdarkApple Podcasts → https://apple.co/2wAwKtqBitChute → https://www.bitchute.com/chan…

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Ep. 240: Rick Solocast - American vs. Japanese Horror 1:06:08

3M ago1:06:08

1:06:08

This week, it's just Professor Ricky talking about one of his favorite genres: horror! While commonly found all over the world, the subtle but key differences between the American and Japanese flavors create some vastly different results... Link Tree and Merch https://www.weebology.com Socials Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/weebology Instagram:…

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Ayakashi Triangle Part 2 END: Exorcist Ninja (Chapters 70-144) 2:51:41

3M ago2:51:41

2:51:41

This time it's Kentarou Yabuki's titillating, transforming ninja manga Ayakashi Triangle! Next time: Trigun Chapters 1-17

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The PROBLEM With The Anime Industry (ft. STEVEM) 2:27:53

4M ago2:27:53

2:27:53

On this exciting episode of The Weeb Crew, the crew is joined by their wacky friend STEVEM as they discuss the depressing state of the anime industry and it's inevitable and imminent collapse.. And anime! Will the industry survive another 10 years? Who cares! Anime!

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Ep. 239: Our Personal Top 5 Animes of 2023! 1:09:54

4M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

Happy New Year, students! This week the professors drop a little retrospection bomb and rip off their subjective, personal ranking for the Top 5 animes of 2023! While the list aligns at some points, there are a couple entries that shocked even each other... Link Tree and Merch https://www.weebology.com Socials Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/weebo…

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Kirito Turned Himself Into a Pig | Monthly Dump #8 2:02:41

4M ago2:02:41

2:02:41

Join the crew for the monthly tea spilling of what they've been watching and playing (now featuring 33.3% less Senpai)!Listen and watch here:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimeClubAfterDarkSoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → https://spoti.fi/2EMjuDGTikTok → https://tiktok.com/@animeclubafterdarkApple Podcasts → htt…

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Several Cartoons and Comics Only One of Us Watched 1:03:03

4M ago1:03:03

1:03:03

Tonight on GeekNights, we review several anime, cartoons, and comics that only one of us has experienced. Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, Chainsaw Man, Hilda, The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus, and Twins in Paradise. In the news, Mickey Mouse has actually for-real entered the public domain and Disney is facing a huge internal power struggle…

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Is This the Best Godzilla Movie Ever??? | Godzilla Minus One Movie Review 1:14:19

4M ago1:14:19

1:14:19

Join the crew as they get nuclear with their review of Godzilla Minus One!Listen and watch here:YouTube → http://bit.ly/2rENRo4SoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → https://spoti.fi/2EMjuDGTikTok → https://tiktok.com/@animeclubafterdarkApple Podcasts → https://apple.co/2wAwKtqBitChute → https://www.bitchute.com/channel/ani…

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ethics, death & robots from the lens of a med student 1:40:50

4M ago1:40:50

1:40:50

it's the last day of the year!!! decided to record a bonus episode because my friend paul happened to be in town at this time and thought it'd be cool to do an episode with him! in this episode we talk about what life is like as a med student, more about the medical industry and how AI/robots can change the landscape of med and beyond. hope ya'll e…

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Where Are All The Christmas Anime? (ft. TheCynicClinic and GilLiesHere) 1:44:15

4M ago1:44:15

1:44:15

It's The Weeb Crew Christmas Episode and all we want for Christmas is views! Bundle up tight and gather round the fire and join the crew and their friends Jayden and Gil as they discuss Christmas traditions in other cultures and their favorite Christmas Episodes in anime. Bust out the eggnog and hold your waifu pillows close, things are about to ge…

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Secret Senpai III: The Journey to Mid | ACAD Episode 202 1:30:56

4M ago1:30:56

1:30:56

Merry Christmas from the ACAD crew!Join them as they yet again try their hand with Secret Senpai, this time trying their luck with each other's "mid" anime.Listen and watch here:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimeClubAfterDarkSoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → https://spoti.fi/2EMjuDGTikTok → https://tiktok.com/@a…

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Ep. 238: Christmas in Japan! 45:58

4M ago45:58

45:58

(Weebology will take a small hiatus for the holidays and will be back the week of Jan. 8th) Happy Holidays, students! The professors get into the spirit of things with a dive into the history of Christmas in Japan! While a lot of similarities exist to its Western counterpart, some key differences exist that give it a whole different cultural flavor…

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The Boy and the Heron (2023) 48:22

4M ago48:22

48:22

Tonight on GeekNights we review Hayao Miyazaki's The Boy and the Heron (How Do You Live? / 君たちはどう生きるか). In the news, the final season of Hilda is live, and Scott has a low opinion of LAX. Related Links Forum Thread The Boy and the Heron (2023) Discord Chat The Boy and the Heron (2023) Things of the Day Rym - PUNCH PUNCH FOREVER! Scott - Haunted Mir…

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Ep. 237: Overtake! is a Brilliant, Overlooked Anime 1:17:13

4M ago1:17:13

1:17:13

This week, the professors tear into a gem of a dark horse coming in the final stretch of 2023: Overtake! Balancing the trapping of both a sports and slice of life narrative with high quality showings in art, characters, and plot, this anime delivers an incredible experience out of way left field! Link Tree and Merch https://www.weebology.com Social…

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What to Watch in Winter (aka Solo Leveling Peak Anime) | Winter 2024 Preview - ACAD Episode 201 1:35:31

4M ago1:35:31

1:35:31

Join the ACAD crew as they look ahead to the Winter 2024 anime season to see what is (and isn't) worth watching!Listen and watch here:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimeClubAfterDarkSoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/animeclubafterdarkSpotify → https://spoti.fi/2EMjuDGTikTok → https://tiktok.com/@animeclubafterdarkApple Podcasts → https://ap…

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Ayakashi Triangle Part 1: Ayakashi Medium (Chapters 1-69) 3:41:00

4M ago3:41:00

3:41:00

This time it's Kentarou Yabuki's titillating, transforming ninja manga Ayakashi Triangle! Next time: Chapters 70-144 END

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what is love? 1:38:34

4M ago1:38:34

1:38:34

helloooo!!!! we're at the end of 2023, and the end of season 1 DEEP SNEA. today we're joined by max and we are discussing all things LOVE. do you know what love is?🧡 Guest: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_farts/ Social links: https://linktr.ee/sneakymoon_ Music by 유진박 from PixabayBy sneakymoon_

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Ep. 236: Does It Anime? - Scott Pilgrim Takes Off 1:05:44

5M ago1:05:44

1:05:44

This week, the professors once again ask 'Does It Anime?', a segment where they decide whether an anime-adjacent show can be qualified as...well anime! In the hot seat is an entry that's caused quite a stir in the anime community over this exact question: Scott Pilgrim Takes Off! Link Tree and Merch https://www.weebology.com Socials Patreon: https:…

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