Episode 176 We have another new episode already! It's time to wrap up the summer 2026 anime season, as we appreciate the sweet satisfaction of Subaru's suffering in Re:Zero, wonder why we're watching Daemons, and check back on who survived Biblically Accurate Ghost in the Shell.

Crunchyroll's Ultra HD Blu-ray disc from their US Suzume SteelBook appears to be reused for at least their UK, Ireland, and Germany releases based on the ratings included on the disc.

Episode 175 First up for this episode is our heartfelt tribute to @mikemcfarlandva.bsky.social, remembering his incredible career as the best in the business at everything he did. Then, we talk about adaptations of a different kind and how their changes can work out for the better or worse.

Join me in celebrating the tenth anniversary of my #1 anime movie of all time. It's a nuanced masterpiece that deftly delves into the complexities of disability, bullying, guilt, depression, suicidal thoughts, and ultimately redemption. And it's gorgeous. www.fandompost.com/2026/09/24/t...

The Fandom Post@fandompost.com · 2w ago

#TenYearsLater: #ASilentVoice #Anime

My 9 anime #My9Animes my9animes.com/en/share/dcc...

I was able to interview Shuhei Hosono, Editor-in-Chief of Manga Plus, about his latest project for Shueisha, Manga Million. I did my best to include the burning questions that I and many others had, so check it out. www.fandompost.com/2026/09/18/m...

@mikemcfarlandva.bsky.social has always been by far my favorite ADR director of all time. His commentaries showed how much he cared, and his passion and dedication would always shine through in his dubs, many among my favorites. I consider his heyday the peak of anime dubbing. Rest in peace.

Episode 174 It's a strange time. Anime and manga are bigger and more ubiquitous than ever, yet physical releases, ownership, and industry competition are looking more dire than they have in recent memory. We discuss the news and trends plus licensing difficulties and wish lists.

Huge thanks to @toei-animation.bsky.social for bringing me to the first ever @onepieceanime.bsky.social Fest at Cosm Los Angeles. It was incredible to see such a pure concentration of how ubiquitous One Piece fandom has become in the US in the quarter-century since I started it.

The Fandom Post@fandompost.com · last mo.

#OnePiece Fest Los Angeles 2026

"Take me to New Store" Niko Bellic from GTA 4 says as he gets into a "yellow caaaar" while drunk.

INCOMING THE MEDIAOCD STORE! We have no exclusive drops of overpriced random crap. Just lots of anime Blu-rays & more things you actually might want. On top of discs from multiple companies did you know we have anime board games? mediaocd.com

Episode 173 It's finally time to talk about the Summer 2026 anime season. We have new Ghosts in new Shells, Witches in Mongolia, degenerates who used to be otaku, and so much more. Plus news about the new Gundam series, our usual irreverent banter, and plenty of recommendations.

Episode 172 Before we fully dive into the new season, we have plenty of news from Anime Expo to cover, plus some less welcome news from Sony, specifically Crunchyroll in this case, continuing to burn our world down around us. Plus, we have time to touch upon the season a little!

Finally, my ideal panel at AX, the Frieren anime panel from TOHO animation, featuring valuable production and creative insights from Director Keiichiro Saito, Producer Yuichiro Fukushi, Character Designer Keisuke Kojima, and Season 2 Director Tomoya Kitagawa. www.fandompost.com/2026/07/11/a...

We've got a new event report from #ax2026 with @kestrelswift.bsky.social taking in the Frieren anime event!

The Fandom Post@fandompost.com · 3mo ago

#Anime Expo 2026: #Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End – Special Event Hosted by TOHO animation

Next up is my other interview, this time with Minoru Ota, the director of Sparks of Tomorrow, the long-awaited new series from Kyo Animation and Netflix. Hear about the premiere event and panel, followed by my interview with Ota-san for his directorial debut. www.fandompost.com/2026/07/10/a...

It's time to dive into Anime Expo 2026! First up is my interview with composer of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Yugo Kanno. We talk about Steel Ball Run, his career across the course of the series, and I also ask the SBR producer about the gap after episode 1! www.fandompost.com/2026/07/10/a...

Before I dig into my Anime Expo coverage, it's time to reflect on a film that premiered at Anime Expo ten years ago, changing the career of its creator, the industry, and our collective hearts. Your Name is just as remarkable a decade later. www.fandompost.com/2026/07/02/t...

Some fresh new Ten Years Later anime from @kestrelswift.bsky.social with some Makoto Shinkai goodness and reflection.

The Fandom Post@fandompost.com · 3mo ago

#TenYearsLater: #YourName

Episode 171 Episode 171 It's everything you could want from a podcast. News about MAPPA and Netflix, a wrap-up of all the shows worth talking about in this phenomenal season, plenty of recommendations, and excellent financial advice. We promise.

It was great to see an early screening of the new Bleach season thanks to @viz.com. Shout out to @godswillofd.bsky.social. I'll be seeing it again in three days! Get your tickets to #BLEACHTheatrical from @fandango.com and get an exclusive piece of production art: redeem.fandango.com/products/the...

Episode 170 The spring season nears its end as the summer season starts creeping in with an early look at a problematic fav showing us how cool smoking is... And what goes better with smoking than baseball? It's a wild mix of topics, including plenty of video game news and more!

I also got to interview Hyūganatsu/@uririn.bsky.social, the creator of The Apothecary Diaries, one of my favorite series of all time. Her presence, personality, and answers are as phenomenal as her writing. Join the Church of Uririn. I promise you won't regret it. www.fandompost.com/2026/05/28/t...

The Fandom Post@fandompost.com · 4mo ago

The #ApothecaryDiaries Creator Hyūganatsu Interview at #Anime Central 2026

I got to not only watch the legendary Yuki Kajiura and FictionJunction perform at #acen, but also interview all of them. It was an honor to dive into their influences and explore how they collaborate with directors to balance their unique styles on projects. www.fandompost.com/2026/05/28/y...

The Fandom Post@fandompost.com · 4mo ago

Yuki Kajiura and FictionJunction Interview at Anime Central 2026

Episode 169 The Spring 2026 anime season is entirely too packed. Everybody loves Witch Hat Atelier, all eyes are on Daemons of the Shadow Realm from Hiromu Arakawa (FMA), One Piece is back after officially going seasonal, and there are dozens more just among what we're watching.

Big on the docket today, we've got this really great piece from @kestrelswift.bsky.social from @animeboston.bsky.social

The Fandom Post@fandompost.com · 6mo ago

#YokoKanno at #Anime Boston 2026

20 years ago, Yoko Kanno's soundtrack to Cowboy Bebop permanently changed my brain chemistry. Last week, seeing her perform it at #animeboston had the same effect. I also interviewed her as one of the few people at apparently her first press panel ever.

With Uririn, press boar who is definitely not actually Apothecary Diaries creator Hyūganatsu at @animeboston.bsky.social

With Coda, singer and/or songwriter of many JoJo's Bizarre Adventure theme songs at @animeboston.bsky.social

Episode 168 A phenomenal season has ended, but Steel Ball Run has just started and... may continue one day. There's plenty to talk about between SBR, Frieren, Journal with Witch, and Jujutsu Kaisen, plus some talk about what Crunchyroll has done to otaku ecommerce and more news.