Anime Corner Podcast

This week we're diving into whether today's anime community has become too harsh on new series. From the pressure of seasonal releases and viral hot takes to the three episode rule, and comparison culture. We explore the way we consume anime has changed and whether it's affecting our enjoyment of the medium. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://b...

This week we're diving into anime burnout why it happens, what could cause it, and how today's nonstop seasonal releases, social media discourse, and pressure to keep up can turn a hobby we love into something that feels like work. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyW https://www....

Summer seasonals are finally here, and it's time to dive into the biggest shows hitting our watchlists. In this episode, I break down the summer lineup, discuss the series I'm most excited about, and highlight the returning favorites. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyW https://w...

It's a free for all this episode! I dive into the Crunchyroll Awards a bit, discuss some recent anime news, and share my thoughts on movies I've been watching lately, including the The Backrooms and Mortal Kombat 2. And yes I finally caught up on some seasonal anime! I get into the new shows I've started, first impressions, and which series I'm sticking with. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodc...

This week, we're diving into episodes 1-6 of Black Lagoon: Second Barrage! First, we tackle some of the series' darkest moments, the brutal realities of life in Roanapur, and how the show balances the insane violence with surprisingly emotional storytelling. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord...

On this episode, we get back into Black Lagoon and break down episodes 7-12 and some of the wildest moments of the series so far. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyW https://www.threads.com/@animecornerpod

On this episode, we dive into the emotional sci-fi classic Voices of a Distant Star and explore how this OVA launched the career of Makoto Shinkai. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyW https://www.threads.com/@animecornerpod

This week we're diving into two underrated retro anime classics: Riding Bean and Gunsmith Cats. I break down the connection between both series, the legendary work of the mangaka Kenichi Sonoda, and why these OVAs became cult favorites among anime fans. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord.gg/U...

Happy Mother's Day from Anime Corner! On this episode, We're celebrating some of my favorite moms and mother figures in Anime! Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyW

On this episode, I'm taking it all the way back to my early anime days the shows that really had me locked in as a kid. It isn't about the best anime of all time this is just about the ones that hit at the right moment in my childhood. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyW

On this episode, we dive into Night Is Short, Walk on Girl a chaotic, surreal, and surprisingly relatable movie that turns one wild night into a story about love, timing, and missed chances! Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyW

In this episode, I break down my Top 5 favorite first episodes in anime we're diving into what makes an episode 1 truly unforgettable. From shocking twists and emotional gut punches to perfect world building and storytelling that hooks you instantly. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord.gg/UwmJ...

Jessica is back this week,and we're diving headfirst into the emotional rollercoaster that is Nana episodes 13-25. From messy relationships to career highs and heartbreak lows, we break down everything that makes this stretch of the series unforgettable. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord.gg/...

In this episode, I'm keeping things loose with a free flow discussion. I talk about what I've been watching lately, react to the latest Crunchyroll Award nominees, and share some thoughts on recent anime news. I also briefly discuss a few non anime shows like The Pitt, Supernatural, and Paradise. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/prof...

On this episode, I'm diving into anime that, on paper make absolutely no sense but somehow turn out to be amazing. I break down why these shows shouldn't work, what they do right, and how anime as a medium can take risks that other genres just can't pull off. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discor...

This week, I'm diving into Spring 2026 anime season and breaking down the most anticipated upcoming shows you need on your radar. From brand new originals to long awaited sequels, we're talking about what's worth the hype, and what might surprise us. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord.gg/UwmJ...

In this episode, we're diving into anime takes I might regret later the kind of opinions that could get you kicked out of the group chat or start a full blown comment war. From why hype can carry an anime, to the truth about overrated arcs, to whether nostalgia is clouding our judgement, we're breaking down some of the honest thoughts anime fans don't always want to admit. Socials: beacons.ai/thea...

In this episode, I'm breaking down Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade a dark, psychological anime movie that stands out as one of the most mature and thought-provoking films in anime. Set in a alternate history of Japan, Jin-Roh follows Kazuki Fuse, a soldier in an elite armored police unit, as he struggles with trauma, loyalty, and the weight of a system built on control. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecorne...

In this episode, I break down some amazing anime that come with a warning label. From the psychological depth of Neon Genesis Evangelion to the brutal storytelling of Attack on Titan, and Devilman Crybaby these are shows that are incredible but not always easy to watch. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social htt...

In this episode, we dive into Dragon Ball Z: The History of Trunks. From the bleak, android ravaged future to the tragic weight carried by Future Trunks, we break down what makes this TV special hit so much harder than your typical DBZ story. Also have a few questions about it along the way. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/s...

Winter season is halfway through, so I'm checking in with what I've been watching this season. In this episode, I'm breaking down my current favorites of the season, the shows that have me locked in every week, and a few that might be starting to lose a little steam. No final verdicts yet just honest midseason thoughts. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerp...

In this episode, I break down the best romance anime to watch this Valentine's Day by mood. From wholesome comfort picks like Horimiya and My Love Story!!, to chaotic rom-com brilliance in Kaguya-sama to adult, complicated love in Golden Time and Wotakoi. We're covering the full emotional spectrum. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/pr...

After the hiatus, Jessica joins the pod to jump back into Nana, where the emotions ramp up, relationships get complicated, and we dive headfirst into episodes 5-12. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyW

Extra episode coming your way! What started as a test run for a new audio interface turned into a full conversation. Small seasonal anime check-in, Hunter x Hunter talk and a deep dive into anime worlds I would never want to live in. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpod https://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.social https://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyW

On this episode, I'm breaking down anime that had no business being as good as they were. From shows that looked mid at first glance, to random late night picks, to anime that snuck in emotional damage when I wasn't ready for it. This isn't a "best of all time" list. It's about low expectations, high payoff, and the anime that surprised us the most. Socials: beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcast https:...