Best Zac Bertschy Podcasts (2024)

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The Uzumaki Anime is Almost Perfect 1:13:59

9d ago1:13:59

1:13:59

The Uzumaki anime is out, and the visuals and music live up to the hype. Still, one thing isn't quite right...also our two favorite shows of the season have come to an end, so join us as we discuss the final episodes of Dead Dead Demon's Dedededestruction and Yatagarasu!

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The New Madoka Anime is Really Happening! 1:06:25

20d ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Aniplex made some big announcements this week, including a new teaser trailer for Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht!

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Dead Dead Demon Anime's Big Cliff-Hanger! 46:48

24d ago46:48

46:48

15 minutes until the destruction of Earth?! Dead Dead Demon’s Dedededestruction enters its end game. Meanwhile, Yatagarasu also has a huge reveal about its world and everything we thought we knew.

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Florida Book Ban Comes for Manga 1:23:31

27d ago1:23:31

1:23:31

Lynzee and James look at the latest book ban case to come out of Florida: Sasaki and Miyano volume 1, and share their favorite queer manga. Plus, Yatagarasu and Dead Dead Demon catch-up time!

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Yatagarasu Anime Finally Returns 58:35

1M ago58:35

58:35

After a long (Olympic) break, we finally return to Yatagarasu to see if we can find out the truth behind that weird monkey monster.

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Navigating Toxic Fandom Discourse 1:30:54

2M ago1:30:54

1:30:54

Lynzee and James catch up on Dead Dead Demon and have a long conversation about navigating toxic fandom discourse.

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Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction Anime is INSANE 1:08:57

2M ago1:08:57

1:08:57

Everyone, you're sleeping on this anime! Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction is totally wild, shocking, and eye-opening!

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What Is Going on in the Elusive Samurai Anime? 57:01

2M ago57:01

57:01

Lynzee and James strap in for more beheadings than humanly possible in the strange mix of comedic violence that is Elusive Samurai. Plus, our favorite bird people are back in Yatagarasu!

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The BEST Anime Premieres of Summer 2024 1:24:25

3M ago1:24:25

1:24:25

This week, we're going to dive into the best premieres of the new anime season, give you a hefty news update from Anime Expo, and probably go on at least two (2) side tangents!

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Best Reveals from the Nintendo Direct 1:14:13

4M ago1:14:13

1:14:13

James and Lynzee go through the recent Nintendo Direct to discuss their most anticipated games coming out soon!

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Kaiju No. 8's Biggest Monster Yet 1:08:55

4M ago1:08:55

1:08:55

We're catching up on a lot of news this week from Gainax to Tohru Furuya.

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Why You Should Watch Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction 1:07:19

4M ago1:07:19

1:07:19

Lynzee and James welcome Richard Eisenbeis onto the podcast to discuss the first episode of the weird sci-fi series Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction!

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100 Episodes of the ANN Aftershow!? 1:21:53

5M ago1:21:53

1:21:53

The ANN After Show is at episode 100! Let's reflect on some of our favorite moments, catch up on Kaiju No. 8, Yatagarasu, and more this week!

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Could There Be More Evangelion on the Horizon? 1:00:13

5M ago1:00:13

1:00:13

James and Lynzee look into Hideaki Anno's latest hint that there might be more Evangelion after the last movie and news on the Lord of the Rings anime film!

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Yatagarasu Gets Violent! 57:57

5M ago57:57

57:57

James and Lynzee discuss the latest episode of Yatagarsu. Plus, GoHands keeps making anime, and we don't know WHY.

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I Support Falin's Crimes 1:19:03

5M ago1:19:03

1:19:03

This week, it's hot monster mommies and less hot AI-generated light novels.

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Will You Watch Solo Leveling Season 2? 1:13:28

6M ago1:13:28

1:13:28

James and Lynzee reflect on the end of Solo Leveling and whether its worldbuilding is worth its edgy turn. PLUS: The big monsters of Kaiju No. 8, & court intrigue in Yatagarasu!

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What Anime Should You Watch Part 2 (Spring 2024) 1:23:53

6M ago1:23:53

1:23:53

Jacki, Lynzee, and James are clearing out their new anime backlog to determine the must-watch shows of the season!

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What New Anime Should You Watch? (Spring 2024 Edition) 1:25:01

6M ago1:25:01

1:25:01

James and Lynzee are back after a hiatus to help YOU decide which of the best (and strangest) new anime premieres is worth watching. Also, James tries to explain how the omegaverse works in this one.

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And the Anime Oscar Goes To.. 1:07:09

7M ago1:07:09

1:07:09

Lynzee and James discuss the Oscar results, the untimely passing of Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama, Solo Leveling, and more!

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Are the Anime Awards Broken? (Podcast Edition) 1:16:54

7M ago1:16:54

1:16:54

Lynzee and James discuss the Crunchyroll Anime Award winners and try to explain why a single show can sweep so many categories. Plus: Solo-Leveling and more Delicious in Dungeon food!

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Best, Worst, and Weirdest Pokémon 1:41:06

8M ago1:41:06

1:41:06

James, Jacki, and Lynzee pick their favorite Pokémon from every type to celebrate Pokémon Day 2024!

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Is Ninja Kamui Worth Watching? 1:19:27

8M ago1:19:27

1:19:27

Lynzee and James check out the first two episodes of Sunghoo Park and Adult Swim's new anime series, NINJA KAMUI! Is the new blood-soaked action spectacle worth watching?

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WTF is Going On in this Mecha Anime?! 58:08

8M ago58:08

58:08

Jacki, James, and Lynzee try to figure out WHAT is happening in Brave Bang Bravern!

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Solo Leveling Levels Up! 57:18

8M ago57:18

57:18

Finally out of the hospital, Jinwoo encounters his first boss battle one-on-one, and the animation team at A-1 Pictures didn't hold back! Plus, we rate the newest dish for this week's Delicious in Dungeon anime.

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Zac Bertschy Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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The After Show from Anime News Network

Anime News Network

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The Uzumaki Anime is Almost Perfect 1:13:59

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The New Madoka Anime is Really Happening! 1:06:25

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Dead Dead Demon Anime's Big Cliff-Hanger! 46:48

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Florida Book Ban Comes for Manga 1:23:31

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Yatagarasu Anime Finally Returns 58:35

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Navigating Toxic Fandom Discourse 1:30:54

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Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction Anime is INSANE 1:08:57

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What Is Going on in the Elusive Samurai Anime? 57:01

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The BEST Anime Premieres of Summer 2024 1:24:25

1
Best Reveals from the Nintendo Direct 1:14:13

1
Kaiju No. 8's Biggest Monster Yet 1:08:55

1
Why You Should Watch Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction 1:07:19

1
100 Episodes of the ANN Aftershow!? 1:21:53

1
Could There Be More Evangelion on the Horizon? 1:00:13

1
Yatagarasu Gets Violent! 57:57

1
I Support Falin's Crimes 1:19:03

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Will You Watch Solo Leveling Season 2? 1:13:28

1
What Anime Should You Watch Part 2 (Spring 2024) 1:23:53

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What New Anime Should You Watch? (Spring 2024 Edition) 1:25:01

1
And the Anime Oscar Goes To.. 1:07:09

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Are the Anime Awards Broken? (Podcast Edition) 1:16:54

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Best, Worst, and Weirdest Pokémon 1:41:06

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Is Ninja Kamui Worth Watching? 1:19:27

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WTF is Going On in this Mecha Anime?! 58:08

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Solo Leveling Levels Up! 57:18

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