Best Katsucon Podcasts (2024)

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#640: Kami Said There'd Be Days Like This… 1:27:11

1d ago1:27:11

1:27:11

A Transportation Manager blames anime for giving trucks a bad reputation, Rent-A-Girlfriend gets its 1st adventure game, and Hello Kitty gets spooky with a Junji Ito collaboration! Also, Keroppi goes retro with a 90s-inspired film camera, LiSA announced for SDCC, and dates confirmed for the bilingual debut of Rick and Morty the anime! Meanwhile in …

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#639: Allow Us To Be Perfectly Transparent Here… 1:13:02

3d ago1:13:02

1:13:02

DJ Ranma S, Ari Rockefeller, and Mako-chan respond to a listener discussing convention reviews and reports. Also,Crunchyroll shut down comments on their entire site, mass disqualifications in the Pokémon card art contest due to AI submissions and a NEW Magic Knight Rayearth anime announced! Plus, VIZ Media acquires RWBY and will explore the product…

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Getting to Know Tiffany Lockheart 1:00:54

10d ago1:00:54

1:00:54

Just a heads up! There were some audio issues at the start BUT I think I managed to fix them & boost our voices up at the moment i noticed through the remainder of the episode. Should be ok :) I was very nervous going into this episode since it's been close to 4 months since my last episode but my guest Tiffany Lockheart was really incredible and e…

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#638: The Beatings Won't Stop if the Shenanigans Continue! 1:34:37

17d ago1:34:37

1:34:37

Evangelion singer Yoko Takahashi cancels concert appearance over AI, the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba musical gets international release through Crunchyroll, and Akiba Maid War announces a popup cafe in LA! After that bit of news, DJ Ranma S and Ari Rockefeller sit down and review Shenanicon, a 21+ anime and pop culture convention in New Jersey! …

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#637: Bouncing Off The Wall And Then Some. 1:10:01

25d ago1:10:01

1:10:01

Updates on the Kadokawa cyber attack, the massive debt totals for Gainax bankruptcy, and Studio 3Hz transfers anime production to A1 pictures. Also, Optimus Prime was arrested for vehicular theft, and Sony bought out Alamo Drafthouse Cinema chain with plans for Crunchyroll and VA unit iRis to release a documentary film. Meanwhile in Japan, a drink …

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#161 - The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Digital Manga 55:00

29d ago55:00

55:00

In this episode of Bebop Banter, join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they discuss the digital direction that manga is heading! From the earliest days of scanlations to the rise of official sources and the battle of the translators, this episode will give a fan's take on all things digital manga! Thank you so much for sticking with us and see you next …

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#636: Put That Back So Help Me Kami! 1:06:32

1M ago1:06:32

1:06:32

Studio Gainax files for bankruptcy, Sailor Moon Cosmos finally gets its international release, and Ghost In The Shell brings the Hyundai Ioniq 5 to the masses in a new ad! Also, the Akira Toriyama Museum receives government support, Kadokawa addresses suspected cyber attacks, and Yuki Kaji counters unauthorized AI by offering an official voice synt…

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#635: Halfway Checkpoint. 1:15:58

1M ago1:15:58

1:15:58

Nippon Animation celebrates its 50th anniversary, the Attack on Titan musical comes to NYC, and Texas AnimeFest to hold its last large-scale event this July! Also, Anime NYC hosts hip-hop duo Creepy Nuts R-指定 & DJ松永, Batman Ninja gets an anime sequel, and Netflix adds Godzilla Minus One worldwide! Meanwhile, in Japan, a ferry doesn't announce the d…

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#634: Post Op Barbecue. 59:52

2M ago59:52

59:52

Seiyuu Toru Furuya apologizes for the affair and has been kicked from con appearances, Hulu gets rights to the English dub of Boruto, the original Ghost In The Shell manga gets an anime series, and Precure to air its 1000th episode next month! Also, Black Butler gets an official High Tea pop-up, Sony launches an academy for anime, and Ultraman team…

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#633: The Cray Cray in Crazy. 1:18:36

2M ago1:18:36

1:18:36

Crunchyroll shows issues with closed captions, Toonami brings back a retro block of anime, and Hello Kitty x Yu-Gi-Oh! toys go worldwide. Also, Precure and 蜡笔小新 Crayon Shin Chan invade each other's anime, Netflix reveals The Terminator anime premieres worldwide at the end of August, and Summer Wars gets a 15th-anniversary screening this summer! Mea…

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#632: Gotta Keep Em Separated… I Think? 1:39:58

2M ago1:39:58

1:39:58

DJ Ranma S gives a brief review of Castle Point Anime Convention, so tune in for that! Also, a GoFundMe is set up for a Pokémon voice actress, a possible sequel to Neon Genesis Evangelion, the creator weighs in, and Soul Eater gets a 20th-anniversary art exhibition! Plus, cosplaying cats is Sanrio's newest product release, and Canada gets its first…

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#160 - Bop Culture: Bi-Weekly B-Roll 31:45

2M ago31:45

31:45

As the boys prepare to post new episodes on current anime-related endeavors, join them this week in an older, yet until now unreleased, episode where they catch up, joke around, talk about what they're up to, and talk about the future of the pod. With a few goofy edits, and some surprises along the way, we hope you enjoy! As always, thank you all f…

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#631: Bold of You to Assume That. 1:07:28

2M ago1:07:28

1:07:28

Crunchyroll increases their subscription costs, a voice actor asks not to be asked about 'shipping' characters and Urusei Yatsura collaborates with a train event! Also, Magic: The Gathering pays homage to Cowboy Bebop, the pixiv art platform blocks adult content in US and UK, and a Looney Tunes voice actor takes part in anime memes! Meanwhile in Ja…

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Knuckles TV Show Review 43:24

3M ago43:24

43:24

On this episode of the Overflow, MC Brooks reviews the Knuckles series on Paramount Plus.By The Overflow with MC Brooks

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#630: Pass That Shovel Here, I Have a Use For It. 1:21:56

3M ago1:21:56

1:21:56

A piracy site forced to pay, big time, the Yuri on ICE movie is canceled, and Frieren gets the Escape Room treatment! Also tonight, the Spy x Family movie gets a collectible cup and popcorn bucket in the US, YOASOBI brings some East Coast dates on their tour of the US, and Hayao Miyazaki makes TIME magazine's 100 most influential People list! Meanw…

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#629: Target Goal. 1:12:18

3M ago1:12:18

1:12:18

Keanu Reeves is Shadow the hedgehog! Also, Sightsee with your favorite idol or camper in this new collaboration, and there could be potential for a Naruto live-action cinematic universe? Plus,TRANSFORMERS gets a crossover film with G.I. Joe, Hello Kitty comes to Tamagotchi, and a US clothing brand gets Spy x Family collaboration! Meanwhile in Japan…

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#628: Holding the High Card. 1:13:20

3M ago1:13:20

1:13:20

Fans pay tribute to Funimation as the streaming site shuts down, Crunchyroll announces a new multi-profile tier, and Rascal Does Not Dream light novel series is ending. Also, Gen 1 TRANSFORMERS coming to theaters, Netflix released the trailer for live-action City Hunter, and the Sailor Moon to reopen with a new look and merchandise! Meanwhile in Ja…

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#159 - Our (overdue) Tribute to Akira Toriyama 1:02:18

3M ago1:02:18

1:02:18

It's been a while since the passing of Akira Toriyama and in all honesty it has taken a while for us to gather all of our thoughts in a way that we feel is presentable. So this week, for our listeners out there, join the boys as they celebrate the life and works of Akira Toriyama.By Bebop Banter

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#627: There Was An Episode 625, But… 1:22:45

3M ago1:22:45

1:22:45

The original Urusei Yatsura anime is on Crunchyroll, BOBOBO-BO BO-BOBO gets stage play, no not just an April Fool's joke, and Space Battleship Yamato gets a 50th anniversary project! Also, an adult-only Palworld dating sim possibly, the life-size Gundam goes out with a bang, and Yu-Gi-Oh! Japan Championship prohibits foreigners from entering?! Mean…

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PAX East 2024 52:03

4M ago52:03

52:03

Here's a solo episode with me detailing all I saw and did at PAX East 2024! From trying out new games, to hanging out with content creators and even looking fly at the after party :). Don't worry, hopefully more episodes will come regarding the convention! Enjoy my ramblings and word stumbling <3 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spot…

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#626: Zenkaikon 2024: Yeah, About That… 1:33:09

4M ago1:33:09

1:33:09

Zenkaikon 2024! Join DJ Ranma S, Mako-chan, and Ari Rockefeller and they tell you about their amazing experiences at this con! If you've never been and were curious, come participate tonight! And if you've been to the con, we want to hear from you! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/animejamsession/support…

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Katsucon 2024 Recap 16:36

4M ago16:36

16:36

On this episode of The Overflow, MC recaps all the sights, sounds, and experiences from Katsucon 2024. Give it a listen!By The Overflow with MC Brooks

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#158 - Did we guess the 2024 Crunchyroll Anime Awards? 55:52

4M ago55:52

55:52

First of all, the news of Akira Toriyama's passing hit us all out of nowhere and hard so there will be a memorial episode coming out soon. With that aside, this week join the boys as they review their picks from the 2024 Crunchyroll Anime Awards, discuss their thoughts on the show's changes over the years, and speak on the environment that the anim…

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#624: Rip it Off Like A Band-Aid. 1:21:17

4M ago1:21:17

1:21:17

We say goodbye to one of the greats, Akira Toriyama, passing at the age of 68... Also, Cowboy Bebop collaborates with Overwatch, Team Angel, the American live-action Sailor Moon documents found in The Library of Congress, and One Piece's Sanji gets an official FOOD WARS spinoff! Plus, an overseas anime piracy site is prosecuted for the first time, …

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#623: You Know What? Let's Try it Again. 1:39:02

4M ago1:39:02

1:39:02

On tonight's show... We discuss WcDonalds becoming a reality, two of the largest manga piracy websites are offline, and a co-founder of the first North American anime club and one of the founders of Furry fandom passes... Also, ⁠Crunchyroll⁠ offers compensation for digital copy owners, confirms AI subtitling testing, and no price changes except for…

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#157 - Katsucon 2024: THE MOVIE 1:03:46

4M ago1:03:46

1:03:46

2024's release schedule has been on a monthly basis thus far, and we're working to change that, but in the meantime the boys have been busy. This week, Join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they discuss the movie that they lived out during Katsucon 2024! What did they do, who did they see, and how much did they spend? Tune in to find out!…

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Katsucon 2024 1:18:40

5M ago1:18:40

1:18:40

I got to chat with Chamomiletay as she described her time cosplaying and attending Katsucon 2024. Learn about the cosplays she wore including Riju from Tears of the Kingdom and Yor from Spy x Family alongside her partner. She also goes into detail regarding her cosplay start, what her favorite nerd media outlets are plus her future convention plans…

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#622: That Thing You Did Do. 1:19:43

5M ago1:19:43

1:19:43

Texas A-Kon postponed, MediaOCD acquires AnimEigo, and Pokémon gets a Time Magazine cover set as well as lighting up the night sky in NYC! Also, an animator survey reveals yearly salary and average hours worked, and the numbers are exactly how you'd think, TOYOTA releases an Initial D-inspired series trailer, and Tokyo gets new Sailor Moon manhole …

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#621: "Weird Al" Wasn't Referring to the Snow 1:18:17

5M ago1:18:17

1:18:17

AnimeNext 2024 was canceled, the Funimation app shut down as the Crunchyroll app took over, and the loss of digital "purchases". Also, a man was sentenced to a year in prison over threats against a voice actor, the Knuckles live-action series spinoff gets a trailer and streaming date, and Trigun manga delayed until fall?! Meanwhile in Japan, a park…

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#620: Now That's a Bit Too Potent 1:16:55

5M ago1:16:55

1:16:55

Konami's anime studio released a Yu-Gi-Oh! anniversary video, an anime streaming website has been added to a government watchlist, and The most popular manga app in 2023 is not the one people will most think of... Also, websites "hacked" to mark the Laughing Man incident date, the Sailor Moon musical gets 1st new production in 4 years, and Scott Pi…

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#156 - The First Bop Culture of 2024 46:44

5M ago46:44

46:44

With Katsucon coming up in a couple of weeks, the boys have gotten back together pre-convention to discuss what they've been up to since the start of the year, what they're looking forward to going forward, and more! Thank you to everyone that has been listening despite our temporary shift to a bi-weekly(ish) schedule and look forward to the next e…

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#619: Space Constraints. 1:03:44

5M ago1:03:44

1:03:44

Ghost In The Shell Laughing Man Incident timeline is about to start, the SPYxANYA video game will be released globally, and The Pokémon Company will look into possible IP infringement. Also, Kyoto court hands down sentencing in an arson case, 11 people arrested for game console resale scam, and a Love Live School Idol Project writer unveils origina…

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#618: BossaNovaLogic 1:26:09

6M ago1:26:09

1:26:09

Magical DoReMi to unveil their 25th anniversary video in March, Artist gets called out for lying about working on Studio Ghibli flick, and Legal threats are taken against manga app Tachiyomi. Also, a long-awaited boys' love anime was canceled, the Sapporo Snow Festival announced a Gundam sculpture, and Yoshiki auctioned his crystal piano for charit…

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#155 - The 2024 Crunchyroll Anime Award Nominees 52:44

6M ago52:44

52:44

The First episode of 2024 is, of course, a look back at what the year 2023 gave us anime-wise thought the lens of the Crunchyroll Anime Awards. Join the boys as they discuss each category, each projected winner, and their own personal winners. And look forward to next week where the boys will catch you all up on their mini-winter hiatus and lay the…

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Getting To Know Saturnxne 1:23:25

6M ago1:23:25

1:23:25

Have a nice and chill time listening to me and Saturnxne finally getting a chance to talk to each other after being internet friends for a little while <3. In addition to learning more about the games and shows she grew up with, you also get to learn more about her artistic side! Including what it was like vending as an artist at FanExpo in Canada …

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#617: Last Time on This Podcast… 1:39:01

6M ago1:39:01

1:39:01

The gang is back! DJ Ranma S is back from Japan, and he will tell his adventures! On the news front, Japan wins its first Golden Globes, Solo Leveling voice actor allegedly coughs up blood during recording, and Pokémon TV shuts down. Also, Live Action Yu Yu Hakusho reaches a global ranking in the top 5, SAG-AFTRA signs agreement with Voiceover Stud…

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Anime USA 2023 Recap 9:41

7M ago9:41

9:41

On this episode of The Overflow, MC Brooks recaps his time attending Anime USA 2023.By The Overflow with MC Brooks

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#154 - The Attack on titan Retrospective Part 1 1:04:40

7M ago1:04:40

1:04:40

'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring...except for the boys talking about Attack on Titan! This week, join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they break down what made Attack on Titan so special. From its first impressions to its production quality and ultimately its cultural impact enjoy part 1 of our loo…

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Celebrating 100 Episodes with Mink The Satyr and Dannylions! 1:21:13

7M ago1:21:13

1:21:13

I can't believe we reached the 100th Episode! As always, I'm happy to share it with the S-Tier team that is Mink the Satyr & Dannylions! We spend the time catching up on what we've been up to since the last episode we did together. This includes conventions, cosplays done, photoshoots and our plans into 2024! I legit did have notes written out but …

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#153 - BIG NEWS! WiT Studio One Piece! 20:19

7M ago20:19

20:19

EMERGENCY PODCAST EMERGENCY PODCAST! Join Wes and Syed in this first-of-two episode drop this week as they discuss the newly announced One Piece East Blue remake!By Bebop Banter

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#616: Our 2023 Christmas Show! 1:31:05

7M ago1:31:05

1:31:05

Join DJ Ranma S, Mako-chan, BerryMelon, Ari Rockefeller, and WildSpice for the 2023 Christmas show! They're taking it easy this year, but we also have some interesting news stories to share! New intentionally ugly anime sweaters from Japan will keep you warm and un-cool this winter, high schools to become free for all families in Tokyo, dozens of i…

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#615: Clock Time! 1:17:27

7M ago1:17:27

1:17:27

Gojo's Voice Actor Responds to Recent Studio Controversy, Spy X Family gets a taste of Street Fighter 6, and My Neighbor Totoro gets a little taste of Whisky?! Also, Jump Festa gets English interpretation for the global live stream, Frieren added 7 million manga copies into circulation in the last 2 months, and dates released for the US debut of Po…

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#152 - Our Anime Fredericksburg Experience 1:02:28

8M ago1:02:28

1:02:28

We mentioned last episode that releases would be a bit sporadic for a while so thanks for sticking with us! A few weeks ago, the boys went to the first Anime Fredericksburg mini convention and they have quite a few thoughts! Sit back, relax, and enjoy while Demetrius, Wes, and (occasionally due to his new World of Warcraft addiction) Syed discuss t…

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#614: Where Does The Time Go… 1:13:59

8M ago1:13:59

1:13:59

Fans speculate as “queen of Japanese pop” Namie Amuro disappears, wiping out 30 years of music, premiere dates soon to be revealed for Suicide Squad anime, and the Monkey D. Luffy balloon crashes in the first five minutes of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! Also, no plans for season 2 of the Scott Pilgrim anime, Shogakukan acquires Tokyo Otaku Mode …

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#613: Our Last Conventions of The Year! 1:23:48

8M ago1:23:48

1:23:48

Our last two cons of the year! Mako-chan discusses Village Con, and DJ Ranma S discusses Anime NYC! Also in anime news, an Jujutsu Kaisen animator destroys MAPPA's production floor and ASUS apologizes for EVANGELION 通信 motherboard mistake! Meanwhile in Japan, a restaurant owner sends ramen ingredients into space, and Japan's oldest Monorail is clos…

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#151 - Bebop Reacts: The MangaPlus Top 20 Chart 1:19:47

8M ago1:19:47

1:19:47

With the holidays coming and going and the boys being busy, it's been a bit of an up and down period but NEVER FEAR: We are still here to try to give you all some sweet, sweet anime content. This week, join 2/3rds of the squad as they react to MangaPlus' top 20 chart! There are some slight series reviews, controversial takes, and surprise last-seco…

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#612: And Don't Forget the Details. 1:13:19

8M ago1:13:19

1:13:19

Sanrio collaborates with the Indian movie RRR, a real-life food truck that now has an anime series, and SUNTORY サントリー and anime collaborate in a new video! Also, Lupin III anime collaborates with Seiko watches, Cowboy Bebop gets a 25th-anniversary exhibition, and a mini anime series for McDonald's Japan ends. Meanwhile in Japan, Super Mario teams u…

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TwitchCon 2023 with SpeakingLion 1:54:03

8M ago1:54:03

1:54:03

There is just so much about this episode that surprised me about SpeakingLion in addition to our chat about her time at TwitchCon last month. You get her cosplay origin story, tidbits about her life being a union member of SAG-AFTRA, game adaptations at the start of the episode, streaming life, and just so much more. Learn about her obsession with …

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#611: Another Convention For The Day 1:22:58

8M ago1:22:58

1:22:58

DJ Ranma S and Mako-chan sit down and discuss J1-Con: Animation & Gaming Expo 2023, you'll definitely want to hear their thoughts! Also in news front, Crunchyroll and Walmart join forces to create a fan shop, Megumi Hayashibara "graduates" from Hello Kitty, and meme manga anime gets a release date! Meanwhile in Japan, a man arrested for washing wom…

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TwitchCon 2023 with Jocelyn Jenkins 1:23:05

9M ago1:23:05

1:23:05

I am insanely excited I got to virtually meet Jocelyn Jenkins for this new episode! She's a cosplayer and streamer who recently attended TwitchCon alongside her partner as a vendor in Artist Alley. We talk about the unexpected challenges she had with the cosplays she planned to wear, her cosplay backstory, hopes in putting herself out on the intern…

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