Anime AF

Get ready for another episode packed with anime news, hot takes, and unfiltered debates! We're talking Dream Con returning to our hometown of H-Town (Houston,TX) this weekend, debating whether it's officially become the king of anime conventions, breaking down our favorite Anime Expo announcements, and settling one of the biggest questions in anime: what actually makes a character the GOAT...

Anime is making headlines once again, and we're here to break it all down! In this episode we share our excitement for the return of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, react to the biggest announcements coming out of Anime Expo, and discuss the incredible One Piece Exhibition in Paris and what it says about anime's growing influence around the world. As always, we bring our signature hot takes, passi...

In Episode 12, we kick things off by thanking QueenG22 for joining us on our recent TikTok Live before diving into all things TMNT, the latest anime news, and the upcoming anime we're most excited about. Join us for another fun episode filled with great conversations, hot takes, and plenty of anime!🥷🏾🥷🏿

Anime AF Podcast returns with Season 3 Episode 11! This week we're diving into the biggest stories, hottest discussions, and most talked-about topics in anime right now. From the return of legendary franchises and the future of modern shonen to the latest anime news shaking up the community, we're breaking down everything anime fans can't stop talking about. Is the Big 3 making a comeb...

Black representation in anime, our thoughts on Berserk, and the latest One Piece manga developments take center stage in Season 3 Episode 10 of Anime AF. Join us as we discuss iconic characters, legendary stories, anime hot takes, and much more! 🔥🎙️

🎙️ This week on Anime AF, we're diving into some of the biggest debates in anime right now. Has Solo Leveling officially surpassed Jujutsu Kaisen as the face of modern shonen? Are we witnessing the long-awaited return of the Big 3 as Bleach , Naruto , and One Piece dominate conversations once again? We also discuss the upcoming conclusion of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War and whether seeing t...

🎙️ Anime AF Podcast celebrates ONE YEAR of anime discussions, debates, and unforgettable moments! We look back on our first year, talk about what's next for the podcast, and break down the biggest nominees, surprises, and controversies surrounding the 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards . One year down—many more to come! 🔥

Anime AF Podcast returns with another chaotic episode as we debate anime villains who’d make great mentors, react to major anime news like Bleach TYBW Part 4, the new Scooby-Doo anime, Gachiakuta’s huge win, and discuss Hajime Isayama’s latest thoughts on Attack on Titan’s ending and much much more!🔥

Episode 6 dives into the bizarre One Piece x McCormick seasoning collab, the shutdown of anime piracy site Anime Kai , and the anime industry’s escalating war on piracy. But the real main event comes in the second half, where the episode transforms into pure Bleach -style chaos with an explosive Madara vs. Aizen showdown. What starts as a debate turns into a full anime war arc packed with mastermi...

Season 3 Episode 5 is packed with anime debates, wild takes, and the latest anime news 🔥 We debated the strongest NON-GOD-tier anime character, talked old-gen vs modern anime, and covered news on That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime , Attack on Titan: THE LAST ATTACK , My Hero Academia: I Am a Hero Too , and more 👀🎙️

In this episode, we catch up on the latest anime news and what’s been on our radar lately. Then we dive into Dragon Ball and explore some wild “what if” scenarios—like what if Goku never hit his head, if Vegeta was sent to Earth instead, or if Gohan stayed the main character after the Cell saga. To close things out, we take on the main debate: Saiyans vs Viltrumites. Which race comes out on top wh...

We kick things off with the latest buzz around the Avatar: The Last Airbender movie leak, then dive into big news for Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War as its final season launches with a special 3-episode theatrical premiere. We also show love for National Anime Day before closing things out with a deep, nostalgic convo on Naruto—so if you’re a Naruto fan, this back half is for you!

Season 3 Episode 2 kicks off with Anime AF talking about some recent news including IShowSpeed’s anime announcement and the upcoming One Piece remake. We also revisit some of our favorite fights from Naruto before the episode turns into a full Jujutsu Kaisen debate. We break down whether JJK is still top-tier or overhyped, who the best written character is, and which characters might be getting to...

Anime AF is back for Season 3! In Episode 1, we talk about the return of One Piece, anime going more seasonal, first impressions that make or break a series, Sakura and Naruto’s relationship, filler episodes ruining pacing, whether anime announcements still hit the same, and some of the most overrated anime takes out there and much more!

We closed out Season 2 with an absolute banger! In this finale episode we broke down our expectations for the just released season of the Netflix One Piece live adaptation, including how what we think about how a couple the new characters look, feel, and fit into the world as the story expands. We also talked about the overall direction of the show in Season 2 and what fans should be excited (or n...

In Season 2 Episode 19, we dive into the buzz around a potential new Neon Genesis Evangelion series, break down the gritty chaos of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Madness Vol. 1 manga, and debate which anime characters we’d invite to dinner. We also get into classic mech anime talk, the growing hype for Hell's Paradise Season 2, the Fortnite × Solo Leveling collab, and highlight upcoming anime to watc...

In Episode 18 of the Anime AF Podcast, we debate whether anime is entering its blockbuster era and if spectacle is starting to outweigh storytelling. We discuss studios like MAPPA, increasingly complex power systems in shows like Jujutsu Kaisen and One Piece, and the future of Dragon Ball Super after Akira Toriyama. Plus, anime news and our thoughts on the return of Primal from Genndy Tartakovsky...

Season 2 Episode 17 of Anime AF covered some of the hottest topics in anime and manga right now, including the AI controversy surrounding Seedance 2.0 videos and what it could mean for the industry. The crew also reviewed the debut chapter of Alien Headbutt , discussed the delay of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Episode 8, and broke down the hype behind Megan Thee Stallion’s upcoming anime. Plus, they ta...

Season 2 Episode 16 of Anime AF Podcast is packed with major anime headlines and heavy debate. We dive into MHA: Vigilantes and Eraserhead’s origin arc, break down the latest Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Culling Game episode, and react to new JJK Modulo Chapter 21 leaks. Plus, we talk Dragon Ball’s pop-up tour, Netflix Brasil calling Goku the strongest in anime, and My Hero Academia making Guinness Wor...

In Episode 15 of Anime AF Podcast , we break down the biggest anime conversations heating up right now. We react to the Dragon Ball 40th anniversary announcements , discussing the legacy of the franchise and what its future could look like after four decades of dominance. We also dive into Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 , unpacking the latest episode and the start of the Culling Game arc , including earl...

Episode 14 is here 🔥 We’re diving into our latest Gachiakuta , breaking down the newest chapters of Boruto and Jujutsu Kaisen: Modulo , plus reacting to alleged spoilers for JJK Modulo Chapter 19 👀. We also get real about the anime community: Is binge-watching the best way to judge anime? Are fans burnt out on suffering main characters? And do most anime fans actually care about storytelling—or...

Season 2, Episode 13 dives straight into the anime debates fans are arguing about right now. We catch up on Jujutsu Kaisen and ask if it’s still elite, then compare JJK vs Boruto: Blue Two Vortex to see which series is winning at the moment. We also rank the coldest boss-level anime entrances , question whether anime hype is dictating quality , talk about which upcoming anime seasons are under the...

In Episode 12, the Anime AF Podcast dives into what makes anime fandom tick — and sometimes clash. We break down our first impressions of Sentenced to Be a Hero , debate the rise and criticism of fan-animated series, and crown who truly deserves the title of greatest anime villain of all time . We also get into power scaling — does it enhance the experience, or is it becoming lazy fandom discourse...

To kick off the new year, Anime AF dives into the biggest anime debates shaping 2025. The hosts question whether popularity always equals quality, explore animation versus storytelling, and discuss how remakes and nostalgia are impacting creativity across the industry!

It’s the Anime AF Christmas Special 🎄🔥This episode, we break down which anime characters would ruin Christmas , who would be perfect for the holidays , and who’s landing on the Anime AF Naughty vs Nice list . We also imagine anime gift exchanges gone wrong and highlight the best anime to binge during Christmas break. Festive vibes, wild debates, and pure Anime AF chaos as pure usual. 👉 Tap in o...