Who's That Anime?

We’ve reached the end of our delicious journey! Join us this week as Steve terrifies Colin with the paperclip maximiser, we quote that scene from The Simpsons where Homer can’t accept his new name, and we take a brief interlude into discussion of Adventure Time! [Episode 23] Griffin Soup/Dumplings -1-: Back at camp, Senshi finally reveals his painful history with the dungeon. The next day, the cre...

Dandadan, dandadan, dandadan, dandadan, dandadan! Join us this week as we utter the name of Dandadan, contemplate Laios’ weird obsession with eating humanoid creatures, and reminisce over the joy that is Marcille’s pumpkin face! [Episode 21] Egg/The Golden Country: With the dungeon's fate hanging in the balance, Kabru negotiates with the elves. Meanwhile, a ghost drags Laios and crew into the...

The ice golem cometh! Join us this week as we wonder how it’s possible that no-one has done an “I can make bread with it” remix, deliberate on the use of the work doolally, and ask ourselves if we’re in a bit of a lull?! [Episode 19] Hag/Nightmare: The crew is cornered by an acquaintance who demands help with a beastly problem. Later, Laios enters Marcille's nightmare and discovers her greates...

On this episode of Who’s That Anime! Join us this week as we dare you to notice that it’s been a little while since we recorded, comment on Marcille’s naivety being comparable to that Padmé meme, and question what would happen if Laios was made the ruler of the dungeon! [Episode 17] Harpy/Chimera: The parties must band together to fend off an attack by vicious Harpies but the unexpected appearance...

We’re back and bringing our comedic a-game! Join us this week to hear Colin’s A-Team joke, discuss how it would feel to be attacked by a Good Mythical Morning mascot, and dwell in the discomfort of Chilchuck’s slow smothering! [Episode 15] Dryad/Cockatrice: Trapped in the dungeon, a concerned Senshi cooks up a nourishing meal for the famished crew -- giving Marcille enough energy to come up with a...

Welcome back to the dungeon! It’s time to talk more about the red dragon. Join us this week as we discuss the concept of meat having a mind of its own, how cool orcs are, and reminisce over the genuine quality of Attack on Titan! [Episode 13] Red Dragon III: When Falin starts behaving bizarrely at night, Laios and his crew encounter a sinister force determined to drive them away. [Episode 14] Sea...

The light of the dungeon has begun to darken, and with it our attempt to have a year of no bummers! Join us this week as we discover that metal gets hot when near flames, the faster you heal from an injury the greater the pain, and a wild reference to the Welsh comedy hip hop group, Goldie Lookin Chain! [Episode 11] Red Dragon I: The crew finally faces the Red Dragon, but their grand strategy quic...

We return to the dungeon for more delicious meals! Join us this week as we pointedly discuss Colin’s inability to remember names, the need to use the whole frog, and the impending release of Capcom Fighting Collection 2! [Episode 9] Tentacles / Stew: The aroma of meat draws unforeseen visitors, including a recognizable visage. They cooperate to overwhelm the Undine and advance. [Episode 10] Giant...

Is it truly safe to ride a Kelpie?! We dive back into the dungeon! Join us this week as we vamp about Transformers, discuss Michael Crichton’s Sphere, and note that it is in fact impossible to hear a heartbeat through armour! [Episode 7] Kelpie/Porridge/Broiled with Sauce: The crew enters a new level covered in lakes, and try out seafood. [Episode 8] Raspberries/Grilled Meat: Marcille thinks back...

It’s time for more questionable ingredients from the Dungeon! Join us this week as Steve realises he doesn’t get Colin’s jokes, we suffer through great temperatures, and anticipate the payoff from Chekhov's haunted paintings! [Episode 5] Snacks/Sorbet: The group finds another group of adventurers that was wiped out by something. Later, they fight a group of ghosts. [Episode 6] Court Cuisine/Bo...

We’re back with a little more fun in the dungeon with Laios and crew! . Join us this week as we give you all a little insight into our lives with a bit of an update on the show, the strange reality of toilets in the dungeon being clean, and Senshi unquenchable thirst for bread making! [Episode 3] Living Armor: Laios and crew access a hidden area guarded by mysterious Living Armor, who appear to be...

With our latest bonus episode behind us it’s time to move on to another show. What could be more happy and chill than cooking monsters in a dungeon?! That’s why we decided the next stop on the tour was going to be, Delicious In Dungeon. Join us this week as we contemplate the possibility of wearing a book like Flava Flav does a clock, lament the changing ways of British TV institution Blue Peter,...

As 2025 marches on we continue our attempts to watch Anime with a happier skew. This has led us to watch the 1988 classic, Dominion Tank Police. Boy, do they love tanks! Join us as we discuss that spider-tank vibe, contemplate the existence of penis-shaped mines, and uncover the link between anime and The Teletubbies! [Bonus] Dominion Tank Police: In a dystopic pollution ridden future, the tank po...

Excel Saga is done! We have completed it! Does it make sense? Join us this week as we identify the constant use of innuendo, marvel at the blood fountain, and discuss the brazenness of showing your own adverts as part of your show! [Episode 25] We Will Not Be Held Responsible: Il Palazzo has gained superhuman strength, and battles both the Daitenzin and Excel, who is seeking answers after regainin...

It’s the penultimate episode! Join us this week as we discuss how much of a monster Kenshiro truly is, marvel at the Spaceballs style stunt double joke, and question the seriousness of the serious episode! [Episode 23] Legend of the End of the Century Conqueror: When F City falls into ruin due to the events of the previous episode, law and order cease to exist and powerful gangs rule the barren wa...

Things somehow get even weirder this week as we continue our coverage of Excel Saga! Join us as we discuss how on point the sexual innuendo is, realise that one of the characters has a striking resemblance to Jessie from Team Rocket, and try to count the numerous other anime references! [Episode 21] Visually Appealing Type: Key, a visually appealing musician, arrives at the ACROSS base to deliver...

Steve is now very unclear about what we’re watching and if he’s seen it before…more Excel Saga! Join us this week as we ask where the futon came from, realise that Menshi means “ground meat”, and question why there are so many episodes involving a character that doesn’t exist in the source material! [Episode 19] Menchi's Great Adventure 2: Around the World in 80 Hours: This episode is another...

More Excel Saga is upon us, and by proxy, you! Join us this week as we discuss America & Japan’s geolocation, the concept that the more you exercise, the more corporeal you become, and realise that perhaps Rikdo is a victim in all of this! [Episode 17] Animation USA: In a parody of Americanized anime, Excel and Hyatt are sent by Ilpalazzzo to reconnoiter in the United States, but Excel's p...

It really feels like they’re running out of ideas with this show…oh well, back to Excel Saga! Join us this week as we discuss the sheer lack of ideas this show has to offer, a child-pedal-powered limousine, and the limited animation of Ivor the Engine! [Episode 15] More! Prop Memorial: Ropponmatsu returns, but Iwata is furious to discover that the new Ropponmatsu, Unit 2, is in the shape of a youn...

We are back! And it’s time for more Excel! Join us this week as we discuss the corruption in society that’s so strong it causes dominos to fall, the existence of a paedophile doctor in this show, and Blossom from Powerpuff Girls making a random appearance! [Episode 13] The New Year's-End Party Hidden Talent Contest!: A recap of the series to present, in the form of a Japanese New Year's television...

Excel Saga continues to…continue! Join us this week as we discuss The Bicentennial Man, cringe at the thought of the sound of claws on a chalkboard (kids ask your parents), and think deeply on the statute of limitations on burglary! [Episode 11] Butt Out, Youth!: This episode is a parody of the teen drama genre. In order to learn more about the education system, Excel and Hyatt infiltrate Excel&#3...

This is getting silly now! Excel Saga brings out the dog and pony show…well mostly just dog show! Join us this week as we declare the genius of Johnny Bravo (the show idea, not the character), give praise to the fan service episode title from last week, and try to figure out if Excel Saga is the Seinfeld of anime! [Episode 9] Bowling Girls: In a parody of the sports anime genre, Excel and Hyatt in...

What even is this show!? More Excel Saga!  Join us this week as we ponder the existence of Castlevania pornography, reminisce about Angelic Layer, and agree that the enemy must be referred to as the Alien Queen! [Episode 7] Melody of the Underground Passage: In a parody of monster horror movies, the Puchuu shock troops have penetrated F City's sewers, and Kabapu's new Department of City Se...

It’s time for more Excel Saga, and the hits just keep coming! Join us this week as we marvel at Excel using Excel, grow confused about vomit zombies, and most importantly, avenging Masa! [Episode 5] The Interesting Giant Tower: In a parody of dramas about social problems, Excel and Hyatt infiltrate City Hall to gather dirt on the corrupt politicians. In the course of their investigations, they enc...

We continue to try to understand what Excel Saga means! It’s a struggle, we'll be honest… Join us this week as we discuss building a doghouse with explosions, having the right to blink, and the difference between venomous and poisonous! [Episode 3] The Sacrificial Lamb of the Venomous Great Escape of Hell: In the fashion of an action B-movie (including letterboxing), Excel is trapped in the jungle...