Kawaii-Fi Radio - Anime Podcast

Demon Slayer has been taking the world by storm thanks to its most recent film – Mugen Train, but there’s still an important question to answer: Is it actually any good?   Join us this episode for a look at the Demon Slayer manga, the anime, it’s history and the phenomenon it’s become – along with our special guest: Asumi Cosplay!   EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:00:00 – Show Opener 00:00:56 – Open...

This episode we’re talking about our first anime loves – that show that tipped us from the casual anime viewer to the dedicated otaku consumer of japans anime industry.   We also tell Crunchyroll why their award system is broken and how they can fix it – and the nominees are not the problem.   EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:00:00 – Show Opener 00:00:57 – Opening Chat 00:05:11 – What We’re Watching...

Hoshicon is done and dusted and the Kawaii-Fi team are back - with an updated format! In this episode we're locking our gaze on a studio many of us would have heard about in the past 3 years - Cloverworks. Where did they come from and why are their shows consistently great quality? All this and more with new regular segments and plenty of laughs! EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:00:00 – Show Opener 00:00:47 –...

So long 2020! It’s a new year and that means a new anime season! But this winter, we’re doing things a little different.   Each member of the team has picked 2 anime they are excited to watch this season! Want to know what we picked? Hit that play button!   EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:00:00 – Show Opening: Hoshicon, Jujutsu Kaisen, AOT 00:11:20 – Anime News: Zombie Land Saga, Shogi Senpai, Shuei...

It’s that time again! The 2020 Kawaii-Fi Anime Awards are here!   2020 has been a year unlike any other for anime! There’s been delays, reruns and cancellations as we made our way through a pandemic the likes we’d never expect to see. While there’s been some incredible show’s this year, there have also been oms real stinkers – ones that definitely should be left behind as we move on to 2021!...

Well as we’re heading into the holiday periods in many places around the world, that means some down time to relax and destroy your family with a board game!   That’s right! We’re heading down to the local games shop and looking for board games that have appeared in anime!   This episode is all about card and board game anime, and we’ve picked 3 different shows that showcase them!  ...

This episode, we’re doing something we've been planning to talk about for a long time! We're talking about anime that has taught us something, imparted knowledge – done us an educate if you will!   So we’ve picked 3 anime that have teach you something to talk about! But this certainly won't be the last time we do so, cause there are plenty more to touch on! EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:00:00 – Show Op...

Halloween is here! And that means Candy!   Whether you’re a lover of chocolate or prefer some baked goods, this episode is all about shows that will rot your teeth - both with their sugary treats and their sweet stories!   EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:00:00 – Show Opener 00:00:43 – Opening Chat: Wandering Witch, Last Crusade, Scumbag System 00:13:42 – Anime News: News Talk 00:28:00 – Anime News:...

This episode – it’s October – and that means we need to talk spooky & scary anime you can watch in the lead up to Halloween! Last year we looked into the world of Vampires and this time – we’re diving into the non-corporeal world - that of haunting stories and ghastly tales! Yup, we’re talking Ghost Anime - and you don’t stand a ... Ghooooost of a chance Yugi-boy... EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:00:00 –...

This week, it’s a chock-a-block episode cause the autumn Anime Season is here and by Hestia! It’s HUGE! Join Kyle, Aaron and Farrah as they pick out 20 shows to look at from this season while also talking all things anime! In the Anime News we also talk about an important Kickstarter for the anime industry by the Animator Dormitory Channel - you can find all the details here: http://bit.ly/AnimeSu...

It’s that time again! With the Summer season almost done and dusted, it’s time to take a look back at the past 3 months and talk about what stood out to us!   And while this season has not been the most jam packed as in the past, there’s been some very unique anime on our screens! We’ll run through our top 10 after the news – and we’ll be showcasing more amazing YouTube cover artists as well!...

The Kawaii-Gals have taken over the studio to talk about one of their favourite topics – Idol anime!   From Idol girls to Idol boys and even Idol Zombies – the Idol genre has made big waves in the anime community over the past few decades.   So where did it all start? What is Wotagei? And what on earth is a ‘Nico Nico ni’?   Tune in to find out!   EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:00:00 – Sh...

This year’s been a trying time for many of us with the virus and a host of strange events – so this episode is all about anime to make you feel good 😄   Each of the Kawaii-Fi team has brought a favourite to the table for our first ever Anime 🍲 Hotpot episode!   So put on your favourite hoody 🧥, grab your beverage of choice ☕️ 🥂 and prepare for an episode full of feel good anime! 😊...

This week is the 75th anniversary of the US dropping two nuclear bombs on Japan in 1945 – marking the end of the Pacific War and thus - World War 2.   We’re looking at how the war has impacted the way Japan talks about war in its storytelling and in particular anime. EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:00:00 – Show Opener 00:00:43 – Opening Chat: New Studio, God of Highschool, Black Clover 00:10:19 – Anime N...

This episode, it’s time for a look back at a modern classic that’s been adapted into everything from anime to games and even musicals.   We’re looking at the amazing story telling that is Death Note – and it’s explosion both in Japan and around the world in the early 2000’s.   And yes, we are looking at THAT adaptation from 2017!   EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:00:00 – Show Opener 00:00:38 –...

It's another bonus episode and it's finally time to look at Netflix's latest anime offering: A Whisker Away (Nakitai Watashi wa Neko wo Kaburu) If you're looking for a wonderful story about young love with Ghibli-style animation, you won't be disappointed! VIDEOS! Kawaii-Fi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/KawaiiFi Kyle’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KyleinOrbit SUPPORT US Patreon: Patreon.co...

2020’s summer anime season is finally here and it’s time for us to look at what we’re keeping an eye on this season!   With delays galore this year, this season is looking like a bumper for returning shows and a few fun releases.   Join us and help welcome our new team member - Loz! EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:00:00 – Show Opener 00:00:23 – Opening Chat: Meet Loz, KFR Expands and BNA! 00:05:42 –...

This episode it’s season in review time! With everything that’s been dropped or rearranged this season, you’d think we’d be short of shows to talk about, but there’s been several great shows this season!   We’ve picked out 10 shows we enjoyed this season to chat about during episode – did your favourite make our list?   And returning to tradition, we’ve got 2 great covers of this seasons...

With the Olympics off for this year, it looks like we’ll have to get our japan infused sports hit through another medium – Anime!   This episode’s all about sports anime and manga – from ice skating to Basketball, there’s plenty for you to sink your feet into!   EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:00:00 – Kyle can not sports 00:00:49 – Opening chat: TamaYomi & Ko-Fi 00:08:06 – Anime News: News Chat...

It’s our first ever pot luck episode – because Kyle clearly knows what date it is (He doesn't...). We’ve picked out some anime from our back catalogue and we’ve got something for almost everyone! This episode - Kyle caves and watches Gleipnir, Dee reveals why Zeus is the just worst and Kenny goes on ‘holiday’ (He’s back next episode!) EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:00:00 – Opening Chat 00:06:11 – Anime News:...

Put on your scarf, fill up your Delorian and assemble your team – It’s time to go time travelling! This episode we’re taking a wander through time and looking at anime’s that deal with this tricky Sci-Fi trope! There’s a great range of time travel animes - such as Orange, Sagrada Reset and Erased – but we’ve settled on a couple of films and a well-trodden Kyo-Ani series!   PLEASE NOTE: We had...

Get ready for an eye popping, jaw dropping, colour explosion! We're winding back the clock and looking at the 2009 high octane film released by Madhouse - REDLINE! VIDEOS! Kawaii-Fi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/KawaiiFi Kyle’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KyleinOrbit SUPPORT US Patreon: Patreon.com/KawaiiFi Buy us a Coffee: Ko-fi.com/kawaiifi JOIN THE KAWAII-FI COMMUNITY TikTok: https://w...

The new Ghost in the Shell CG series – Stand Alone Complex 2045 – has landed on Netflix, so this episode we’re taking a look back at this beloved cyberpunk franchise.   From the original 1995 film through to the Hollywood live action adaptation, this series has seen a wide variety of adaptations, all with their own charm and ideas.   EPISODE SEGMENTS 00:05:55 – Anime News: NewsTalk 00:16...

It's time for another Kawaii-fi Extra and this time we're diving a little deeper into the film back catalogue! Back in 2001 an anime film came out which felt almost like it had been plucked from the past and tweaked for a modern release. Based on the great Osamu Tezuka’s original manga from 1949, and influenced by a 1920's German expressionist film, Metropolis is an eye popping classic you need to...

It's time for another Kawaii-Fi Extra episode and this time we're checking out Black Fox!   Released in late 2019 on Crunchyroll, this film was originally intended to be a series.   So did it work as a film instead of a series? Tune in to find out!   Watch Black Fox on Crunchyroll here: https://www.crunchyroll.com/blackfox VIDEOS! Kawaii-Fi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/KawaiiFi...