Anime AF

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...

This week, we break down the Chainsaw Man Reze Arc, say goodbye to My Hero Academia with its final episode, and examine how anime is evolving. From the decline of “chosen one” narratives and the fading impact of expected character deaths, to creators pushing back on power scaling and the rise of the unlikable protagonist — we ask the big question: are fans part of the problem? A sharp, honest conv...

In this episode, we break down the anime characters who absolutely deserved better — from Neji to Escanor to Rengoku — and revisit the biggest plot twists that shook the community . We also dive into the Real Villain Debate , plus which anime aged perfectly vs. which ones definitely didn’t. Heated takes, nostalgia, and pure chaos… just another day at Anime AF.

Episode 7 dives into some of the hottest debates in anime today. We ask whether anime is getting too dark , break down some of the strangest and weirdest shows we’ve seen, and talk about characters with questionable morals —from anti-heroes to full-on villains. We also discuss what projects MAPPA should take on next , whether AI art is hurting or helping anime , and give our reactions to Japan’s l...

In Episode 6, your hosts dive deep into some of the biggest conversations shaking up the anime world right now. We kick things off with a breakdown of Boruto: Two Blue Vortex — exploring the latest story arcs, major character evolutions, and the wild events shifting the future of the Naruto universe. From there, we tap into the growing excitement around Solo Leveling Season 3 — what fans should ex...

Episode 5 brings the heat as the hosts break down the latest chapter of Gachiakuta , where Riyo goes wild on the Raiders . Deratti puts CP da Ghost onto Darwin’s Game , and the crew talks through why "My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero's" is hitting right now. They get into the best mentors in anime , debate which characters would become OP if they had access to different power sy...

This week on Anime AF Podcast , we dive deep into the latest Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Chapters — is Yuji Itadori really back? Then we unpack the quiet character glow-ups that spoke louder than words, the most disrespected protagonists in anime (and whether they deserve their flowers), and the heavy weight of destiny — from chosen ones to those who chose themselves and much more.

The Anime AF crew is back talking about the coldest anime duos ever — breaking down who’s got the most chemistry, loyalty, and hip-hop duo vibes. They also dive into the most disrespected characters , fights that shifted the culture , the realest mentors , and the ones who never got their flowers . Pure anime talk, pure vibes — tap in!

Does massive box office success really mean an anime is great? We dive into Demon Slayer’s Infinity Castle hype, talk about the lost era of cool, calm, and collected protagonists like Spike, Vash, and Mugen , and break down which artists in hip-hop are tourists versus the real ones like MF DOOM , Lupe Fiasco, and Megan Thee Stallion. Oh — and it’s Drip Wars time: who’s got the best fits in anime h...

Season 2 of Anime AF Podcast kicks off with a bang! The hosts dive into the newest Jujutsu Kaisen: Modulo chapters 4 & 5 , the long-awaited return of One Punch Man Season 3 , and the first episode of My Hero Academia’s Final Season (Season 8)! This episode unpacks justice vs power — what happens when heroes start acting like villains? The crew also debates why anime so often centers around orp...

This week we dive into why “found family” hits so hard in anime, how trauma is handled differently than in Western media, and why so many protagonists start as orphans or outcasts. We also explore how anime reflects Black identity even without Black characters, and whether anime worlds are really metaphors for our own struggles. Plus — we review Chapter 2 of Jujutsu Kaisen: Modulo , break down the...

In this weeks episode we break down the hype for Demon Slayer’s Infinity Castle Arc release in the States and the new Jujutsu Kaisen “Modulo” short-series manga . Then we dive deep into anime philosophy: Is justice subjective? Do heroes cause more harm than good? Are rivalries toxic or necessary? Does power always corrupt? And what does freedom really mean in anime and much more.

In this episode of Anime AF , we dive into all the hype and nostalgia hitting the anime world right now! We break down the brand-new teaser for One Punch Man Season 3 , share thoughts on the Chainsaw Man movie , and react to the first look at Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 . Plus, we’re catching up with the gritty world of Gachiakuta , and digging into the mystery of Mr. Takamura from Sakamoto Days . We...

In this episode, we dive into the rise of Gachiakuta overtaking Solo Leveling and what that means for the dark fantasy wave. We break down Netflix’s big Anime NYC drops (Blue Eye Samurai S2, Devil May Cry S2, Record of Ragnarok III) and tackle the AI controversy around Sekiro: No Defeat. Then we get real with thought-provoking takes: are cliffhanger endings cheap or clever, is nostalgia powering c...