29. January 2017

Episode 23: Season of the Witches

Time to get historically magical and let slip the dogs of war! John opens up this episode with a review of the alternate history alien air assault bonanza Brave Witches. Then CC dives into Kouta Hirano’s fantasy battle royale Drifters and lastly both of them take to the skies again with Izetta: The Last Witch.

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Review:

Brave Witches (5:53)

Drifters (25:03)

Izetta: The Last Witch (57:21)

Anime Now!: In Brave Witches, Simply Trying Hard Is Not Enough

Anime Now!: Why Hitler Is the Most Intriguing Character in Drifters

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Head Space – “Drifters” – An Isekai Gone Wrong

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Head Space – “Drifters” The Counterfactual Character Guide Pt. 1

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Head Space – “Drifters” The Counterfactual Character Guide Pt. 2

Crunchyroll http://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-feature/2016/11/03-1/feature-head-space-drifters-mohism-and-humanitys-failure

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Head Space – “Drifters” and The Theater of Violence

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Anime vs. Real Life – “Izetta: The Last Witch”

29. January 2017

John’s Favorite Intros from 2016!

John’s here running solo for a little bit to tell you about his favorite intro sequences from the shows he watched last year! Are his choices good or not? You be the judge!

Watch it on Youtube:

Or a considerably less cut-up version at Dailymotion: https://dailymotion.com/video/x59s2ca

15. January 2017

Episode 22: Crazy Noisy Bizarre Cartoons

John and CC are kicking off the new year the best way possible: By taking a quick look at a lot of the new show premieres from Winter Anime Season 2017 in the Sneak Peek.

After that, they wrap up the episode with their review of the newest and refreshingly different entry in the JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure franchise: Diamond is Unbreakable.

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Sneak Peek:

Schoolgirl Strikers (2:35)

Tales of Zestiria the X [Season 2] (4:04)

Hand Shakers (6:52)

Yowamushi Pedal: New Generation (12:16)

Idol Incidents (15:23)

Blue Exorcist: Kyoto Saga (18:34)

KonoSuba [Season 2] (22:35)

Saga of Tanya the Evil (24:24)

Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid (29:52)

Interviews with Monster Girls (33:48)

Akiba’s Trip: The Animation (37:08)

Chain Chronicle – The Light of Haecceitas (41:04)

Masamune-kun’s Revenge (45:24)

ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. (48:34)

Gabriel DropOut (52:39)

Fuuka (55:54)

Review:

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond is Unbreakable (59:46)

Crunchyroll: Fan Chart Makes Understanding The Eight Parts Of “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” Easy

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Why It Works: JoJo’s Equal-Opportunity Drama

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Why It Works: The Chromatic Battle of Koichi and Kira

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Why It Works: A Eulogy for the Dogs of JoJo, Part One

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Why It Works: A Eulogy for the Dogs of JoJo, Part Two

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Why It Works: Anatomy of a Rat Fight

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Why It Works: The Rolling Hills of Morioh

19. December 2016

Episode 21: No Guts No Glory

In the final episode of 2016 the gang discusses three shows, which left them with a bunch of mixed feelings. First, John elaborates on why Love Live! Sunshine!! is more of a mediocre rehash, than a good sequel to the popular idol series. After that, CC gushes over Berserk and explains why the new series is a bad place to get into this great franchise. Lastly, the hosts dig into both seasons of Active Raid to unearth its few bright spots and many flaws.

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Reviews:

Love Live! Sunshine!! (1:12)

Berserk (2016) – Season 1 (21:49)

Active Raid – Season 1&2 (51:17)

Crunchyroll FEATURE: From Zero to One – “Love Live! Sunshine!!”

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Anime vs. Real Life! “Love Live! Sunshine!!” Part 1

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Anime vs. Real Life – “Love Live! Sunshine!!” [Part 2]

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Aniwords – The Spirit of Joy Lives in “Love Live! Sunshine”

AnimeNewsNetwork – Berserk: Past, Present, and Future

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Interview with Berserk Producer Reo Kurosu

27. November 2016

Episode 20: Food Gang Wars

Hello there, welcome. Please, sit down. Relax. Enjoy a nice gourmet dinner, with a glass of high-class moonshine on the side, because we have a truly delicious show for you today. After a small news aperitif, CC is anxious to tell you, why Food Wars is one of the best Shonen Anime in recent years. Then he and John sink their teeth into 91 Days and explain what makes this somber Mafia crime drama so riveting. Bon appétit!

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News:

Hayao Miyazaki can (not) retire (1:10)

The return of Panty & Stocking (4:55)

Reviews:

Food Wars – Season 1 & 2 (6:59)

91 Days (29:39)

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Cooking With Anime – Chaliapin Steak Don from “Food Wars!”

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Aniwords – “91 Days” and the Cinematography of Murder

13. November 2016

Episode 19: Trials and Tortured Souls

Two video game related series and an unexpected sequel provide the discussion material for this episode. CC takes the lead by ranting on why Ace Attorney is a subpar adaption of the popular Capcom franchise. On the other side of the coin, John weighs in on how Danganronpa 3: The End of Hope’s Peak Academy manages to succeed on all levels as a great cross-media experience. Closing out the show is CC’s review of D.Gray-man Hallow, a flawed sequel to a more than 8 year old show, that is nonetheless worth checking out.

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Trash Stash:

Ace Attorney (1:34)

Reviews:

Danganronpa 3: The End of Hope’s Peak Academy (30:59)

D.Gray-man Hallow (58:28)

Anime News Network Feature: Why We Love Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney

Anime News Network Interview: Danganronpa creator Kazutaka Kodaka

Anime News Network Feature: In Memory of Innocence: A Guide to D.Gray-Man

30. October 2016

Episode 18: Terrific Trios

On this episode, that for some reason turned out even longer than the last one, 3 seems to be the dominating number. CC kicks things off by pulling the surprisingly enjoyable violence fest Taboo Tattoo out of the garbage pile. After that John increases the level of quality and heartwarming cuteness by reviewing Sweetness & Lightning. Last but definitely not least, both hosts join forces to give you their opinions on the newest entry in the iconic Macross franchise: Macross Delta.

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News:

Saki Live Action Series (1:19)

School Girl Strikers Anime Series (5:50)

Klonoa Anime Film (9:09)

Gal Gun VR – Why Inti, why? (12:23)

Trash Stash:

Taboo Tattoo (16:35)

Reviews:

Sweetness & Lightning (39:25)

Macross Delta (1:01:21)

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Anime vs. Real Life – “sweetness & lightning”

Crunchyroll FEATURE: “sweetness & lightning” and the Japanese Family Structure

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Why It Works: Tsumugi’s Great Adventure

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Cooking With Anime – Okonomiyaki from “Sweetness and Lightning”

Crunchyroll FEATURE: Cooking With Anime – Gohei Mochi from “sweetness & lightning”

17. October 2016

Episode 17: ESPecially Gifted

On this behemoth of an episode, John talks about his visit to this year’s New York Comic Con. After that, it’s time to take a look at all the new shows of Fall Season in the Sneak Peek. Last but definitely not least, John and CC review Mob Psycho 100, the new hit-series from the creator of One-Punch Man.