Best Anime Freak Show Podcasts (2024)

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The Boys, The Acolyte, Emmys, and Much More Featuring Simon Roy 1:35:47

2h ago1:35:47

1:35:47

In this episode of Geek Freaks, Frank and Jonathan dive into a plethora of exciting topics including the latest season of "The Boys," the highly anticipated "The Acolyte" series, and predictions for the Emmy Awards. The duo also discusses the Russo brothers' return to the MCU, the upcoming Deadpool movie, and the new Amazon Prime series "Spider-Man…

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Waymo Is Suing People Who Allegedly Smashed and Slashed Its Robotaxis 9:14

15m ago9:14

9:14

The Alphabet-owned driverless car service is getting aggressive against alleged vandals after a series of violent incidents in San Francisco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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J.D. Vance Left His Venmo Public. Here’s What It Shows 10:56

5m ago10:56

10:56

The Republican VP nominee's Venmo network reveals connections ranging from the architects of Project 2025 to enemies of Donald Trump—and the populist's close ties to the very elites he rails against. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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$70 Croc vs Free Croc 1:25:36

1h ago1:25:36

1:25:36

Pokémon Sleep does a full week of gifts for players to celebrate their 1 year anniversary. Pokémon UNITE celebrates 3 years by removing EX Pokémon from the game and promising new balance updates. Roy's Fuecoco from the anime will be released soon in both Japan and at the San Diego Comic Con. Pokémon is doing another collaboration with Crocs, this t…

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Eyescreams 1:13:44

10h ago1:13:44

1:13:44

It's Pretty Little Tier List time again! This time, Chad and Jess rank a Texas staple, Blue Bell ice cream. Intro/Outro Music by Bullet MachineBy Deadbeat Chad, Chucky Sleaze, Perpetual Special Guest Jess

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Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 2 Part 1 Discussion | TrekChatz 12 2:26:49

14m ago2:26:49

2:26:49

0:00- Intro, Muppets references, seeing each other in person, and thoughts on watching DS9 for the first time 10:00- Overall thoughts on season 2 so far 15:48- Discussion of episodes and rankings begins (first three episodes) 53: 20- Break time and remainder of S2 part 1 discussion/rankings begins (Also: Is cereal soup?) 2:20:00- Patreon wheel spin…

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Spotify, Stop Trying to Become a Social Media App 8:49

4m ago8:49

8:49

The music streaming service has added a comment function under podcasts. Who is it for, anyway? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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Paris Mayor Defies Poo Threats to Swim in Seine, and Prove a Point 9:54

20m ago9:54

9:54

French politicians’ pledge to make swimming possible in the iconic river is a way to ward off criticism about the cost of the clean up operation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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Tiny Texas Village Seeks Billion-Dollar Bitcoin Miner to Pave Potholes, Scare Dogs Away 12:16

14m ago12:16

12:16

In a roundabout bid to win public opinion (and a juicy tax abatement,) Riot Platforms is preparing for its prized bitcoin mine to be annexed by a miniscule village in rural Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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Captain America, Agatha Horror, Gladiator Sequel, and Olympic eSports feat Interview with Andrew Auseon, author of the Spellbinders 1:08:53

2h ago1:08:53

1:08:53

Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of Geek Freaks, Frank and Jonathan dive into an array of thrilling topics, including the latest trailers for "Captain America: Brave New World," "Agatha: Coven of Chaos," and "Gladiator 2." They also discuss the exciting announcement of the inaugural Olympic eSports games in Saudi Arabia. The episode wraps …

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Pressure Grows in Congress to Treat Crypto Investigator Tigran Gambaryan, Jailed in Nigeria, as a Hostage 10:31

11m ago10:31

10:31

A new resolution echoes what 16 members of Congress have already said to the White House: It must do more to free one of the most storied crypto-focused federal agents in history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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How Watermelon Cupcakes Kicked Off an Internal Storm at Meta 14:00

18m ago14:00

14:00

Arab and Muslim workers at Meta allege that its response to the crisis in Gaza is one-sided and out of hand. “It makes me sick that I work for this company,” says one employee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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New Scarlet & Violet Updates for Summer! 1:27:18

3h ago1:27:18

1:27:18

Pokémon Sleep announces their 1 year anniversary. It'll be a two week event! We got back from Pokémon GO Fest NYC and we talk about the experience both on and off the island. Pokémon announces two months of content for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet with 4 events that each last about two weeks before rotation to the next. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:30…

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Xena: Warrior Princess 1.23” Death Mask” and 1.24 “Is There a Doctor in the House?” | XenaChatz 11 1:14:10

2d ago1:14:10

1:14:10

0:00- Cold boxing a car, medicinal masculinity, Acolyte check-in (no spoilers) 6:30- Death Mask discussion begins 32:15- Is There a Doctor in the House? discussion begins 1:10:05- Chatzums Magellan's Substack newsletter Twitter/X Twitch Chatzums Email: chatzpod@gmail.com Our main podcast feed art was done by Camilla Franklin, whose work can be foun…

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Unlocking the World of Voice Acting with Gina Scarpa: From Radio to Gaming 37:09

23h ago37:09

37:09

In this episode of Geek Freaks, Frank sits down with Gina Scarpa, an accomplished voice-over artist known for her roles in Genshin Impact, The Walking Dead: Last Mile, and Invincible Universe. Gina shares her journey from radio to voice acting, discussing the challenges and triumphs along the way. Tune in to learn about her favorite roles, the impo…

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Apple to Allow Rivals to Access ‘Tap and Go’ Technology 4:39

1d ago4:39

4:39

In the latest iOS overhaul prompted by European Union rules, the smartphone maker will give third-party developers access to its payment technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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8-4 Play 7/12/2024: MAXIMUM DWEEB 1:35:54

7d ago1:35:54

1:35:54

More of our (mostly spoiler-free) ongoing Elden Ring DLC discussion, including difficulty (or lack thereof?), vertically-challenged maps, and messaging etiquette — served up with a side of news. Time — Topic Discussed 09:04 — Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree 1:08:30 — Zenless Zone Zero 1:11:04 — Pikmin 4 1:14:00 — News: GamePass price hike, Ninten…

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Epic Games Lashes Out at Apple Over App Store Rejection 6:27

2d ago6:27

6:27

Fortnite creator Epic Games says Apple rejected its App Store rival for being too similar to its own—a move it deemed “arbitrary, obstructive,” and in violation of EU rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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What Will Plants Be Like on Alien Worlds? 11:12

3d ago11:12

11:12

Scientists know enough about exoplanets to speculate about how simple plants might arise on them. But don't count on them being green. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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How Labour Can Fix the UK’s Tech Industry 11:09

4d ago11:09

11:09

The new government could bring about a renaissance in UK tech and bolster the country’s precarious post-Brexit startup pipeline. That’s if politics don’t get in the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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After a 10 Year Wait, Mt. Gox Bitcoin Is Finally Being Returned 11:33

9d ago11:33

11:33

Former customers of bankrupt crypto exchange Mt. Gox are preparing to be reunited with their lost bitcoin—and it's a $9bn windfall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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Freaked (1993): MTV's The Island of Dr. Moreau 2:08:43

5d ago2:08:43

2:08:43

Chad, Chucky, and Jess are back to discuss the 1993 film "Freaked", a mastercraft in practical effects Intro/Outro Music by Bullet MachineBy Deadbeat Chad, Chucky Sleaze, Perpetual Special Guest Jess

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Game Freak Released a Brand New Game, It's Not Pokémon 1:19:43

5d ago1:19:43

1:19:43

Game Freak released a brand new game in Japan, which looks visually similar to Pokémon Quest. We prep for Global GO Fest, talk about Ho-Oh coming to Pokémon UNITE, and talk about 4 years of Café Remix. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:03:40-Pokémon Sleep News 00:12:00-Café Remix 00:24:50-Break 00:27:30-UNITE Anniversary 00:40:30-Pokémon GO Fest Global 00:5…

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Xena: Warrior Princess 1.21 “The Greater Good” and 1.22 “Callisto” ft. Six | XenaChatz 10 1:56:00

6d ago1:56:00

1:56:00

0:00- Intro, foot cream ad (not really), and TrekChatz TacoTime 12:00- "The Greater Good" discussion begins 43:22- The Omens Memo, and Callisto discussion begins 1:41:00- Chatzums segment Magellan's Substack newsletter Twitter/X Twitch Chatzums Email: chatzpod@gmail.com Our main podcast feed art was done by Camilla Franklin, whose work can be found…

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Hurricane Beryl Isn’t a Freak Storm—It’s the Exact Nightmare Meteorologists Predicted 8:03

12d ago8:03

8:03

A hot ocean provides the energy hurricanes need to grow—and can limit the cooling that happens in their wake, making it likelier that the storms that follow will be powerful ones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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Leading Lab-Grown Meat Company Cuts Dozens of Jobs 7:20

14d ago7:20

7:20

Upside Foods is slashing staff, citing legislative, regulatory, and funding headwinds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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Superman Filming, Fantastic Four Updates, Batman First Look, and AJ Locascio’s Gambit 1:39:41

12d ago1:39:41

1:39:41

In this episode, Frank Lourence and Jonathan discuss the latest news in the geek world, including the ongoing filming of the new Superman movie in Cleveland and updates on the Fantastic Four set in the 1960s. The episode features an exclusive interview with AJ Locascio, the voice behind Gambit in X-Men '97 and Han Solo in the Lego Star Wars games. …

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Meta's Pay for Privacy Model Is Illegal, Says EU 5:04

11d ago5:04

5:04

In the latest big tech reprimand, European Commission officials say the tech giant must offer another option for EU users to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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French AI Startups Felt Unstoppable. Then Came the Election 9:35

12d ago9:35

9:35

With polls suggesting voters are about to swing toward the far right or hard left, the AI industry is starting to freak out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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Elite Raid: Mega Rayquaza 1:47:17

22d ago1:47:17

1:47:17

We get another stab at Elite Raids, featuring Mega Rayquaza this time. Campfire App is good now? The AI art drama last week gets a follow-up by the Pokémon Company. After dipping back into Pokémon Trading Card Game Live, the upcoming Pocket App is making more sense. The 2025 Play Pokémon season gets announced with changes, and players are not happy…

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Xena: Warrior Princess 1.19 “Altared States” and 1.20 “Ties That Bind” ft. Amanda | XenaChatz 09 1:14:23

13d ago1:14:23

1:14:23

0:00- Intro, Street Sounds, Call Your Mom, Despicable Me talk 8:55- Altared States discussion begins 34:30- Ties That Bind discussion begins 1:08:30- Chatzums segment Magellan's Substack newsletter Twitter/X Twitch Chatzums Email: chatzpod@gmail.com Our main podcast feed art was done by Camilla Franklin, whose work can be found at https://camillafr…

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OpenAI Wants AI to Help Humans Train AI 7:29

15d ago7:29

7:29

Having humans rate a language model’s outputs produced clever chatbots. OpenAI says adding AI to the loop could help make them even smarter and more reliable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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8-4 Play 6/28/2024: SCOOB OF THE SKEDADDLETREE 1:40:43

15d ago1:40:43

1:40:43

How do you pronounce “Scadutree”? Where the hell is your horse?! Wait, they fixed the map button?!? Enjoy the first of (no doubt) many Shadow of the Erdtree discussions, spoiler-free-ish. Plus: Nintendo Direct thoughts in News. Time — Topic Discussed 01:00 — Nicknames 04:48 — Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree 01:02:09 — News: Nintendo’s June Direct…

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Air So Polluted It Can Kill Isn’t Being Taken Seriously Enough 7:36

16d ago7:36

7:36

Toxic air kills over half a million children every year, yet only once has air pollution been listed as a cause of death on a death certificate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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The Julian Assange Saga Is Finally Over 6:55

17d ago6:55

6:55

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has agreed to plead guilty to one count of espionage in US court on Wednesday, ending a years-long legal battle between the US government and a controversial publisher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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Top 5 90's Movies That Need Sequels, Penguin Series Preview, Kevin Mellon Talks Animation, and Much More! 1:06:26

20d ago1:06:26

1:06:26

In this exciting episode of Geek Freaks, Frank and Jonathan dive into the latest Nintendo Direct 2024 announcements, revealing new games and thrilling updates. They debate a hypothetical duel between Spock and Data, explore top five 90's movies that deserve sequels, and discuss the latest trends in TV shows and movies. The episode features an engag…

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Post-Pandemic Recovery Isn’t Guaranteed 3:42

18d ago3:42

3:42

The aftermath of a disaster like Covid can be divided into roughly three stages: the honeymoon, the slump, and the uptick. The aim is always to build back better—but in some cases that never happens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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Perplexity Plagiarized Our Story About How Perplexity Is a Bullshit Machine 13:44

19d ago13:44

13:44

Earlier this week, WIRED published a story about the AI-powered search startup Perplexity, which Forbes has accused of plagiarism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SpokenLayer

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Pokémon Art Contest Ruined 1:53:06

19d ago1:53:06

1:53:06

A new event is coming to Pokémon Sleep and we are about a month out from the 1 year anniversary. The Pokémon Illustrator contest has moved onto the first 300 picked, but there are signs that the rules of this contest have been broken with the use of AI art. Pokémon GO is about to celebrate 8 years of their game, but this event doesn't seem very exc…

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Horror Villain Smash or Pass 1:38:39

20d ago1:38:39

1:38:39

Deadbeat Chad and Perpetual Special Guest Jess Moon are joined by Shadow Spark author Valerie Storm for the first ever Pretty Little Tier List! Find out which of these baddies are a graveyard smash, and which are a graveyard pass... Intro/Outro Music by Bullet MachineBy Deadbeat Chad and Chucky Sleaze

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