A3K Podcast

It’s a “classic” episode of the A3K Podcast, as Mr. Russell corrals Joshua Valencia, Andrew Choi, and the timeless Matthew Callueng together for a chat about Street Fighter 4 (with a rather lengthy derailment into arcade sticks). Mr. Russell and Andrew argue semantics in what exactly a “restructuring” means for Viz, and, if there wasn’t enough about fighting games already, Joshua moans in pleasure...

It’s a podcast sandwich this week as the legendary Chris MacDonald of Anime News Network stops by during the middle segment for the first half of a discussion that spans the past, present, and future of the anime press. Then, on the opposite ends of the show, Mr. Russell, Jd Banks, and Andrew Choi round robin with talks about stylistic nuance in anime and manga and why anime on Blu-ray will (or wo...

Live from New York, it’s the A3K Podcast! …well, not really. Established in 2006, New York Comic Con has become the one of the preeminent cultural meccas for the comic fan, gamer, otaku, and even movie buff. But why? Is this the doing of large sponsors who are attracted to an event with a large profit margin, or fans who just respond incredibly well? Furthermore, what’s the main discrepancy betwee...

The contents of this podcast are so varied that we’ve decided to present you with a few questions instead of a description: Did Mr. Russell really watch ten straight episodes of Skip-Beat? Is Toradora merely moe fodder, or is Andrew Choi being reductive? Why has Joshua Valencia got his panties in a twist over Shugo Chara? Is there really a singular “hardcore” videogame audience anymore? Why does a...

What happens when Mr. Russell takes two of the Internet’s premier anime bloggers, an internationally controversial podcaster, and a writer fresh out of New York Comic Con? Total chaotic bliss, as Michael Huang and Jeremy “from Redondo Beach” of AnimeDiet gab with Mr. Russell, Andrew Choi, and the dangerously-close-to-regular Benu about the new season of anime and New York Comic Con. Andrew explain...

The original crew is back as they discuss the new Madhouse series RideBack. Burnout Paradise, new iPhone apps, Afro Samurai and much more on this special Ground Hogs Day Anime Spectacular. Originally released February 02, 2009.

In this special Full House edition of the Anime3000 Podcast, Mr. Russell, Joshua Valencia, Jd Banks, Matthew Callueng and Benu break down the stigma facing both Japanese and American Otaku. Matthew returns and gives us an exclusive look at Anime Expo 2009. Benu rants about ANN’s yellow journalistic tactics. Joshua shares his distaste for Mr. Russell’s dry humor and Jd just gets annoyed. Originally...

Benu from the Anime Genesis podcast fills in for the vacationing Andrew Choi as Jd Banks and Mr. Russell discuss the fledgling anime industry. Sounds like a repeat, believe, Murphy’s Law makes sure this is a show to remember. Even without Joshua Valencia, the crew finds a way to make the show about video games. Tekken 6, ADV, Bandai and more anime titles getting the Hollywood treatment, only on th...

In the aftermath of last episode's podcastathon, Mr. Russell, Joshua Valencia, Jd Banks and Benu (who is a regular at this point) break down what they’ve been doing, playing and dot dot dotting. Benu recaps his rollercoaster ride through the halls of ALA. Jd lets us know why Statistics is better in manga form and Mr. Russell gushes over Code Geass for the thirteenth time. Originally released Janua...

Mr. Russell, Andrew Choi, Joshua Valencia and Jd Banks kick off 2009 in a two-hour epic that covers anything and everything, from Josh and Jd’s adventures at Anime LA to a plethora of shows, games, and manga that we’ve been watching, playing, and reading. Then, in news, Mr. Russell accuses Andrew of being a subtitle snob, and the probability of online distribution of manga is discussed. Off-topic...

EVA, EVA, EVA!. We’ve resurrected the tireless topic of Evangelion in this episode. Andrew Choi tells us not to be scared of downloading the Japanese demo of Resident Evil 5. Mr. Russell explains why One Outs isn’t Yaoi and Joshua Valencia gives us his impression of the latest Street Fighter video game. Regular panelist Jd Banks and special guests Benu and Dwayne (Nomanninja) also make an appearan...

In this mystery episode of the A3K Podcast, we surely talk about something anime-related. Mr. Russell, Andrew Choi, Joshua Valencia and Matthew Callueng discuss something that is so top secret that we can’t tell you what it’s about. You have to listen for yourself to experience the magic that is this episode. See if you can solve the mystery that is this episode. The prize at the bottom of this ce...

We threw together a last minute program with some amazing anime news and segments. Our quasi-regular panelist, Benu (Anime Genesis) joins Mr. Russell and Jd Banks as they discuss anime distribution… again. They also discuss the fledgling manga industry with Tokyo Pop and Broccoli falling under the weight of the terrible economy. Originally released December 14, 2008

The game loving, anime negligent Anime 3000 panel return as Andrew Choi and Joshua Valencia go crazy on Chrono Trigger DS, Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia, and Super Street Fighter II Hyper Turbo Platinum Quadro Magnum HD Remix (I think I’m missing a couple of words in that title). This segways into a discussion about reviewing games and shows in the context of when they are released. Then Mr. Russ...

While Joshua Valencia and Andrew Choi are busy scarfing leftover turkey down their throats, a panel featuring Mr. Russell, Jd Banks and Matthew Callueng initiate the holiday season by offering tips on how to get what you want this year. And in preparation of how you’ll be spending those holiday bucks, Mr. Russell dishes this week’s DVD releases as Jd and Matthew collectively cheer over the set rel...

Matthew Callueng returns to the show for ONE NIGHT ONLY! (Well, not really.) On this week’s podcacophony, we try our best–but still fail–to stay on topic, as Mr. Russell digs into Black Lagoon, and asks the question “Why can or can’t we call anime cartoons?” Joshua Valencia gives first impressions of Left 4 Dead, which leads into a discussion on fool-proof ways to prevent the zombiepocalypse. Jd B...

On this top secret episode, Mr. Russell, Andrew Choi, Joshua Valencia and Jd Banks, discuss a very controversial subject that cannot even be mentioned in this description. You have to listen to it to believe it. We talk about anime, games and maybe even manga. Originally released November 9, 2008.

On our belated-Halloween special, Mr. Russell, Joshua Valencia, and Jd Banks collectively get giddy over some eye candy–or, the new Dragon Ball to hit Shonen Jump. Our trick-or-treaters run all around the neighborhood, stopping by Gears of Wars 2’s house and making an excursion into another abode, where convention-protips are doled out instead of candy (yuck!). BONUS: The gang discerns between gee...

LADIES, RESTRAIN YOURSELF: podcast-demigod Ichigo from Anime Pulse joins Mr. Russell, Andrew Choi, Joshua Valencia and Matthew Callueng in a free-form extravaganza that runs the gamut from weaboo con-fandom (“con-dom”, anyone?) to examining contexts in anime. Also: Matthew is back from the dead, and just as clueless as ever. Wait, how clueless? There’s only one way you’re gonna find out. Originall...

Joshua Valencia and Andrew Choi reunite with Mr. Russell and Jd Banks this week for a podcast chock-full of new stuff that everyone’s watching, playing, and talking about. Mr. Russell dishes on Funimation’s new YouTube initiative, and the crew breaks down anime’s continued presence as a digital medium. Also in this fun-bag-of-a-podcast: a breakdown of Anime Nation’s “Blockbuster DVD’s of 2008”, pe...

Mr. Russell and Andrew Choi are joined by AnimeDiet cohorts Mike, Jeremy, and Ray in a discussion about the new season of anime and Soul Calibur IV. After, AnimeDiet discusses their panel at AX and the key to maintaining a successful editorial blog. Also included: the Cowboy Bebop movie and a rant about Evangelion’s theological faux-profundity. Originally released August 3, 2008.

Fightbait joins Mr. Russell to discuss labels in anime fandom. We go over the definitions and cultural relevance of the words, Weeaboo, Otaku, Enthusiast and Casual Fan. There is also a discussion about the new season of anime. Originally released February 7, 2013.

Mr. Russell, Sean Ryan, Cody Baier and Max Vader cover Panty and Stocking with Garterbelt on the A3K Podcast. This review takes the form of a two sided debate on why this is a good series or why it’s the worst anime series ever made. Originally released November 18, 2012.

In this episode of A3K Podcast Freestyle, Mr. Russell, Jahmere Durham, Cody Baier, Sean Ryan, and Fightbait discuss E3, the legalization of rape, the Holocaust, sexualization of pumpkin pie and poke fun at co-hosts of their own programs. Oh, we also talk about anime. Warning, listener’s discretion is advised. Originally released October 24, 2012.

Is anime better now or then. The crew goes over what got us in the fandom. Fightbait joins Mr. Russell, Jahmere Durham, Sean Ryan and Cody Baier. We look at the phenomenon of Ninja Scroll, Pokemon and Cowboy Bebop. Lines are drawn, feelings are hurt and we present one of the most controversial episodes of anything in A3K history. We discuss Baki the Grappler, Cowboy Bebop, Evangelion, Fist of the...