Freestyle Anime Podcast

Day 2 at Anime Orlando gets heated when Ty drops his wild hot take on the board: “Endeavor is not a bad father.” The crowd wasn’t having it—fans sat down, pushed back hard, and the debate got spicy. Did Ty change any minds, or did this hot take just set the con on fire?

The F$AP crew kicks off Day 1 at Animate Orlando with a spicy hot take from CJ — Itachi is overrated . Naruto fans didn’t hold back, firing back with their own takes and putting CJ on the spot. From passionate defenses to bold counterclaims, find out how the debate unfolds and what other anime hot takes emerge on the convention floor.

The F$AP crew debates which anime villain had a justifiable plan—Rico defends Askeladd, Ty backs Zeref, and CJ fires back with bold takes. Then it’s new-gen anime GOAT predictions and a heated clash: 5 Hokage vs. the Best Uchiha . Who’s really winning?

The gloves are off in this King of the Hill anime debate! Ty starts the gauntlet by dropping Denji into the fire—but can Chainsaw Man hold his ground against Killua, Hiei, and Kid Sasuke? One by one, the F$AP crew throws in their champions, and tensions flare as the crown keeps changing heads. Who survives the chaos and claims the hill? Tune in for one of our wildest debates yet.

This episode is WILD. We debate the most respected villains, anime rivalries that felt personal, and the shows that hit deep. Is Madara misunderstood? Is Meruem the GOAT of villain arcs? Plus, we’re throwing love at rewatchable gems and calling out underrated series.

The crew gears up for GalaxyCon while breaking down the end of Villain Saga and the Kargabachi hiatus. They dive into sibling bonds in anime like Demon slayer and Hunter x Hunter, debate Naruto’s “Bluebird” opening and the time skip, react to fan animations, cover Sakamoto Days updates, and wrap up with some spicy One Piece bracket of the strongest character in the verse! Maal Makes his Return fro...

🎙️ In this episode, the FSAP crew breaks down the highs and lows of the Crunchyroll Anime Awards , debating which winners deserved the spotlight — and which ones got snubbed. From My Hero Academia ’s narrative shifts to the global rise of Solo Leveling , we explore what’s shaping anime today. The crew also dives into fan-favorite classics like Naruto and One Piece , while spotlighting newer gems l...

This week, Rico and CJ are joined by special guest Todd, who kicks things off with a brand-new segment before diving into a fire lineup of anime recommendations! From dark thrillers like Shiki , Dark Gathering , and Summertime Rendering , to psychological deep cuts like Psycho Pass and Made in Abyss , the crew breaks down what makes these series must-watch material. Then it’s time for the Shonen s...

The guys are back after a wild weekend at WasabiCon! CJ kicks things off with Saturn’s first anime appearance—find out what the crew thinks about his design and power level. Then it’s time for the Zoro Gauntlet Challenge: can Zoro survive four brutal match ups in a row? Next up: Rico and Ty go head-to-head in a free-for-all anime battle debate—can Shigaraki take down Mahoraga, Beru, and Kafka? Thi...

WasabiCon NOLA was wild! Join Rico, Ty, and CJ as they take the stage to debate anime’s top 10 betrayals, mind-blowing plot twists, and the worst anime characters to run for office. Ty quizzes the crowd on their anime knowledge, and CJ’s hot take on Itachi stirs up serious heat! Don’t miss the energy, laughs, and raw crowd reactions—only at Freestyle Anime Podcast

Welcome back to the Freestyle Anime Podcast! 🔥Rico and CJ kick things off with a heated debate: Did Solo Leveling only blow up because of the One Piece hiatus? Then the crew dives into a wild topic—which demon would YOU be a vessel for? The choices: Sukuna, Liebe, the Nine-Tails, or White. Maal stands firm on why the Nine-Tails is the clear pick. Next up, the guys go punch-for-punch debating the...

Rico and Ty break down the latest One Piece episodes after its return from a 6-month hiatus—what’s hitting and what’s not so far. They dive into My Hero Academia: Vigilantes and share why the prequel deserves more love. Rico calls out CJ for overhyping Fire Force 's premiere and gives a full breakdown of episode two and its direction. Ty finally gets his wish as the Manga he’s been pushing gets an...

The crew is officially back! In this episode, we break down the final two episodes of Solo Leveling and share our thoughts on the ending. Rico asks the team to rate the intense fight between Beru and Sung Jin-Woo. Next, we dive into the Crunchyroll Anime Awards, discussing the nominees and revealing our picks in each category. To wrap things up, we bring you another banger rap battle—AI vs. human!...

This week, Ty and Rico dive into Solo Leveling’s latest episode, comparing the anime adaptation to the original manhwa. They debate which medium handled Jinwoo’s emotional moment with his mom better. Then, the crew breaks down Kagurabachi, discussing the MC’s struggles and how the story is shaping up. Rico shifts gears to One Piece, analyzing the newest chapter and the latest lore reveals. Plus, T...

We kick off this episode reflecting on the one-year anniversary of Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama’s passing. The crew debates his final work, Dragon Ball Daima, with CJ breaking down why he prefers the OG Super Saiyan 3 hair and Super Saiyan 4 form—while Rico pulls up clips to defend the remakes. Then, we dive into what to expect from Fire Force Season 3, react to the One Piece x Lakers in-gam...

In this episode, we dive into Dragon Ball Daima and the return of the Super Saiyan transformation that fans have been waiting for! The crew breaks down how this new take compares to the classic form. Then, we get into the latest Solo Leveling episode and share our thoughts on its adaptation so far. Finally, we revisit some of the craziest anime hot takes written on the board at Animate Miami Con—f...

Back with Part 2 of our MegaCon weekend, and this time, we’ve got three new guests joining the conversation! We kick things off with Invincible Season 3, where Ty and CJ go back and forth on whether Cecil was right to judge and take precautions against Mark. Then, we dive into a heated debate—who has the best time-related powers in anime? Finally, Ty drops a wild hot take on Naruto , breaking down...

Coming to you live from MegaCon Orlando, we link up with Fitness Fandom for another fire collab! We break down the new Fantastic Four trailer, dive into Solo Leveling and how it's been carrying January, and then get into a heated debate—who wins in the MCU: the strongest Iron Man or the strongest Captain America? To wrap it up, we talk Castlevania: Nocturne and its impact. Don't miss this...

In this week’s Manga Tape, Rico, CJ, and Ty dive into One Piece Chapter 1138, reacting to one of the biggest moments in the series yet! The crew breaks down the chapter’s major reveals and debates what the newly uncovered mural could mean for the future of the story. Each of them brings their own theory to the table, but CJ’s wild take leaves everyone speechless! Tune in to hear the heated discuss...

In this thrilling episode of Freestyle Anime Game Show, two contestants face off in a high-stakes music challenge, testing their knowledge of anime intros, outros, and twisted theme song remixes in a best-of-three showdown. Next, we enter Anime Court, where the team debates three heated cases: Does Sasuke deserve forgiveness? Was Gojo a good mentor/teacher? Can Eren Yeager be forgiven for the mass...

This week, we’re live from Animate Raleigh Con with a packed episode! We kick things off by breaking down the latest Solo Leveling episode, from its epic new intro to the intense dungeon action featuring Jinwoo and his crew. Next, we dive into the finales of Blue Lock and Bleach . Maal drops a controversial hot take, claiming Blue Lock's ending outshines Bleach , sparking a heated pushback from Cj...

In our final episode of the year, Ty and Maal dive into the best of our community's anime polls from Threads and YouTube! We debate fan responses to questions like: Which character would you trust most with the Omnitrix? (Ichigo, Asta, Deku, or Luffy?) Who’s the best smack-talker in anime? (Yusuke, Vegeta, Kiba, or Escanor?) Which anime character would you trust most to rule the world? Ty and Maal...

In this special live-streamed episode, we team up with Fitness in Fandom to explore how they merge fitness and anime culture. From bringing workout gear like dumbbells, hammer weights for the Thor Challenge, and pull-up bars to anime conventions, to hosting mid-con "Power Hour" workout sessions, they’re redefining the anime experience. In the next segment, we dive into sports anime, covering fan-f...

This week, we dive into Jump Festa 2025 and break down the biggest announcements for the upcoming anime season! From the highly anticipated returns of Solo Leveling, Dandadan, Jujutsu Kaisen, Spy x Family, and My Hero Academia to the new Chainsaw Man movie trailer, we've got it all covered. Rico kicks off a heated discussion as we rate Dandadan Season 1 following its finale—find out how it stacks...

In this episode of Manga Talk , we dive into the latest chapter of One Piece (Chapter 1134). First, we discuss the stunning cover art, which pays tribute to Franky in honor of his voice actor’s retirement. Next, we explore the emotional moment when Robin finally reunites with Saul and how the crew reacts to this long-awaited event. We then delve into the chapter’s rich lore, focusing on the myster...