Kawaii-Fi Radio - Anime Podcast

It's long been an in-joke in the anime community that it's difficult to find the right jumping on place with the Fate series. But we've got great news for you - Aaron is here to clear up the confusion around TypeMoon's most successful franchise, amd we've even got a watch order for you too! So strap in and get ready for a knowledge drop - and we promise: it's NOT as confusing as it seems! LINKS! H...

We’re doing a little something different this time as the episode lands on Mothers day here in Australia! There’s a lot of amazing anime mums to talk about – both in recent series and classic. But instead, we’re going to rely on a list for the internet and repeatedly ask why! If you want to read along at home, here is the list in question: https://animecorner.me/30-best-anime-moms-youll-always-lov...

It’s time for another classic shonen series that spawned a massive merchandise franchise to get our focus! And this time it’s Beyblades! So with Kyle’s understanding of Beyblades being “shiny-disk-spin-and-go-brrrrrr”, we thought it best to bring in some subject matter experts – meaning both Terry and Brendan join Kyle and Aaron! Be prepared for bad jokes, dad puns and a surprisingly awkward news...

This episode is all about bread. Seriously, that’s the show! We have bread, we talk about bread, discuss baking bread and there’s even a bread anime! Yakitate!! Japan is a time capsule of early 2000’s anime, from a time when animation cels were still in use, the seasonal format was only just beginning, and shonen anime would air until their team had to create filler! So how well does this award-wi...

This episode, It's that time again - the new anime season is upon us, delivering another wave of shows for us to sift through! The Spring season is surprisingly large, and we've picked out 10 shows to share with you - plus an extra that we think can go the distance (not really lol) Plus we look back to Winter and share our favourites from the season gone by, and delve into the anime news with...

Please note: This episode is not suitable for all ages. The show we are discussing has content not suitable for young audiences and content others may find objectionable. Viewer/listener discretion is advised (lol) It’s White Day and that means our wonderful Patreon members have gifted us an anime to watch in return for Valentine’s day - Long time listeners know where this is heading! This time ar...

Lord of the Rings has conquered many forms of media, from books to film, top comics and even audio dramas. But while attempts have been made, the animated medium has had middling success. So how would a LoTR anime fair? We’ve had our first taste with The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim – which is now available to stream on HBO Max. So has this outing faired any better? And should you se...

It’s February, and that can mean only one thing! It’s time for our annual Valentine’s Day episode! This episode is not one for the kids (yes, I can see you reading this boy) and neither is the show we’re discussing, so if you’re one of our younger listeners we’d advise skipping this one. The show in question is the 2003 ecchi martial arts series Ikki Tousen. This franchise is now old enough to dri...

This episode – it’s our annual anime awards and this time we’re being suuuuuper casual! Join us for a casual meander through the anime of 2024 as we acknowledge shows we’ve enjoyed and a couple we did not! We won’t be able to cover everything this year, so sound off in the comments with your favourite shows from 2024! Oh and if you're curious on the CG we're talking about, take a look at this ! VI...

The first anime season of 2025 is here and as always, we’ve got some picks to share with you! The 2025 Winter Anime Season is a little less busy that previous years, similar to what we saw with the Autum season of 2024 - there’s a few new interesting franchises and plenty of returning ones, but it’s not too over or underwhelming. You will just be ‘whelmed’! The Kawaii-Fi Team have chosen 10 shows...

It’s the end of the year and that means it’s time for an Anime Hotpot Episode! Each of us have brought an anime series from the back catalogue to share as we wind down for the end of the year – so what’s going in the pot this time? A little cyber broth from Ergo Proxy , some tasty boys from The Wallflower and a dash of chaos in the form of Hinamatsuri ! It might sound like an odd mix but hey – you...

It’s been 25 years since Zoids: Chaotic Century hit Japanese screens, and the franchise certainly been through it’s ups and downs – as is the case for many series designed to sell products! However, the Zoids model kits took off with the support of the anime, and the series certainly has a lasting legacy! This episode, special guests Terrance Drye aka The Drye Guy and Local cosplay creator Brendan...

This episode, we’re jumping into the mind of Fujimoto Tatsuki, creator of Chainsaw Man and Fire Punch, as we talk his latest animated outing – Look Back! This 50-minute film is a beautiful semi-autobiographical tale of two young girls who bond over manga, showcasing the mangaka journey and the struggles it entails! This film doesn’t pull its punches and showcases Fujimoto’s ability to write and dr...

We're BACK and it's time to get spooky! Halloween is upon us and as we do every year, our Patreon members have helped us choose the topic of this episode - and it's Classic Yōkai! Yōkai play a big role in Japanese supernatural stories and its concepts share similarities with the Shinto religion, including spirits inhabiting objects, locations and animals. We've got a handful of fascinating Yōkai f...

This episode, the Autumn/Fall Anime season is here and its… oddly small? The final quarter of the year would historically see a trove of great anime to check out, but this time it’s looking like relatively slim pickings after a blockbuster Summer season! But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with a few great selections to tide you over – which means a chance to finally watch some of that back cat...

This episode, we’re talking about two things: Tanks and Girls! That’s right, we’re been diving into the back catalogue to check out the beloved anime franchise Girls und Panzer! So why has this series become such a juggernaut and is it worth your time to check it out? This, plus an extended news section and… a Nut Butter Bar? Wut?   VIDEOS! Kawaii-Fi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/KawaiiFi...

This episode, we’re taking a brief break before we start talking Girls und Panzers to help us line up the team and let them recover from sickness and work! So instead – we’re sharing with you a short film Kyle found at a convention! Cocolors is a short dystopian tale produced in 2017 and, while it’s not the most mind blowing of films, it is certainly a unique and interesting story some of you migh...

It’s been 15 years since one of the weirdest controversies (and programming choices) in anime history. In mid-2009, the second season of The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya’s was under way when fans had a moment of Dejavu – it seemed like the same episode had aired for three weeks straight? This was the start of the series’ infamous Endless Eight arch – a timeloop where 8 almost identical episodes w...

The Summer Olympics are on in Paris and the sports are being done! *yay sports!* But one sport in particular has caught our eye… Yes! It’s Volleyball - and for us otaku’s that means Haikyu!! With Olympic fever at a high and the final Haikyu movie expected to arrive in the next 12 months, there’s never been a better time to dive into this series! Plus the latest anime news and what we're watching -...

This episode, Kyle and Kenny dive deep into the history of Studio Gainax – a beloved anime studio with over 40 years of history which sadly declared bankruptcy in 2024. Gainax was an anime studio established by fans and ultimately fell apart due to mismanagement and bad financial behaviour. So what were the origins of this studio and how did this historic studio go from the global recognition to l...

Summer is here and a new anime season is knocking at the door! This Summer season is a mixed bag with returning big hitters, unexpected tales and another surge of isekai stories. We’ve picked 12 shows from this season the team is checking out, plus our favourites from the past season! All this plus the low down on the Gainax bankruptcy, changes at Studio 3hz, Anime Sequels and manga news! Oh - and...

Ever wondered what a dragon tastes like? How about those weird walking mushrooms or how a cockatrice compares to a chicken? These questions and more are part of the amazing world that is Dungeon Meshi aka Delicious in Dungeon which finished it’s first season the week before this episode! So why is this series receiving so much hype? Well its manga was nominated for the Manga Taisho Awards… wait HO...

Great news! Our good friend and voice actor, Terry the Drye Guy is in Australia for work, and joins us for this episode of Kawaii-Fi Radio! And this time, in the name of bromance, we are talking the legendary Gainax anime which led to the creation of Studio Trigger - Gurren Lagann! So join Kyle, Aaron and Terry as they laugh, cry and take emotional damage talking about one of the team's most belov...

It's time for another mini episode as the team recovers from a busy weekend of weddings and events! So what's in our sights this time around? A 1987 cyberpunk feature that would mark the beginning of a synth-wave of tech sci-fi shows in the years to come. It's team went on to be involved and create some of the genre's most beloved anime experiences, including Ghost in the Shell and Akira. But is i...

Has it really been 10 years since Kill la Kill aired its final episode??? Not quite (there was an OVA!) but time really flies when you’ve got new anime to watch! Join us as we look back on an anime that defined a generation of cosplayers and helped make Studio Trigger the legend of the industry that it has become! Plus a few recommendations from the team and of course the latest anime news! EXTRA...