The Anime Freshmen Podcast

It's our anniversary! In celebration, we are announcing the winner of our first giveaway (1 year's subscription to Crunchyroll!) We are also joined by 'Apollus Prime' & 'Trust no1 Jeffery' as we compete in our second anime quiz!  Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Catch our Fresh Bites Review Show and AMVs on our youtube channel: "Anime Fres...

Can you name every genre of anime there is? Join the team as we find out how diverse we can be when it comes to our anime and manga. Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Catch our Fresh Bites Review Show and AMVs on our youtube channel: "Anime Freshmen" Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website...

What is the best anime arc of all time? The team discuss their picks with the returning ' Maximus. ...Apollus Prime' Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Catch our Fresh Bites Review Show and AMVs on our youtube channel: "Anime Freshmen" Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://anim...

Where do you get your anime fix? In this episode, the team discuss the effects piracy has on the industry and where we've watched our anime over the years.  Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Catch our Fresh Bites Review Show and AMVs on our youtube channel: "Anime Freshmen" Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials: ...

In this episode, we are joined by the returning Apollos Prime and competing to create the best anime team to perform a heist and survive being stranded on a desert island. Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Catch our Fresh Bites Review Show and AMVs on our youtube channel: "Anime Freshmen" Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow o...

In this episode, When we remember that we are an anime podcast, we focus on Attack On Titan - Is it the best anime of all time? We also touch on the best 5 anime ever. Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Catch our Fresh Bites Review Show and AMVs on our youtube channel: "Anime Freshmen" Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on ou...

For this episode, the team finally reunite in the studio! We talk about the new dystopian Netflix title, Dorohedoro. We discuss the differences between Shonen and Seinen anime and try to make sense of the chaos. This episode will contain spoilers. Catch our Fresh Bites Review Show and AMVs on our youtube channel: "Anime Freshmen" Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials: ...

In this episode, we address the elephant in the room...Fan Service! What is it? Do we need it? Do we want it? Is it what we think it is?  Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Catch our Fresh Bites Review Show and AMVs on our youtube channel: "Anime Freshmen" Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: We...

In this episode, the team take a trip down anime memory lane as we pick "The Big 3" from different eras and debate the best anime decade, we also look at new and returning titles on the horizon.  Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://animefres...

In this episode, we roast our new guest 'Apollus Prime', cut into Akame Ga Kill and debate the best character in all of anime. Please note this episode will contain strong spoilers. If you are spoiler sensitive - watching Akame Ga Kill first is advised. Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://animefreshmen.com/ Email:   hello@animefres...

In light of recent events, the team will be using this episode to discuss some very real themes. Listener discretion is advised. We delve into black representation in anime and discuss our stances on racism, clashes of ideologies and genocides. Please note this episode may contain light spoilers. Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https:/...

Corona has really been a pain in our anime! In our first episode back we look at villains, what makes them good at being bad? We also talk about how lockdown has affected us all. Please note this episode may contain light spoilers. Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://animefreshmen.com/ Email: hello@animefreshmen.com   Youtube: @Ani...

In light of recent events, this episode sees the team welcome back 'Trust No1 Jeffery' as we discuss a range of different anime and give our recommendations of anime you can watch during quarantine. Please note this episode may contain light spoilers. Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://animefreshmen.com/ Email: hello@animefreshmen...

We interrupt your normally scheduled podcast to bring you an episode where the team talk about current events that are affecting the world. (Dio Voice)  Please note this episode may contain light spoilers. Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://animefreshmen.com/ Email: hello@animefreshmen.com   Instagram:   @AnimeFreshmen Facebook: ...

In this episode, the team attempt to rewrite anime history to see how events would have been affected. We also recap the Crunchyroll Anime Award winners.  Please note this episode may contain light spoilers. Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://animefreshmen.com/ Email: hello@animefreshmen.com   Instagram:   @AnimeFreshmen Facebook:...

In this episode, together with a special guest 'Violet Moon', we discuss the nominations for the upcoming Crunchyroll Anime Awards, who deserves to win and some honourable mentions.  Please note this episode may contain light spoilers. Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://animefreshmen.com/ Email: hello@animefreshmen.com   Instagram...

In this episode, the team recap the latest anime titles on our watch-list and we also touch upon some of our shocking anime moments. Please note this episode may contain light spoilers. Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://animefreshmen.com/ Email: hello@animefreshmen.com   Instagram:   @AnimeFreshmen Facebook:  @AnimeFreshmen Twitt...

In this episode, together with the show's very first guest, 'Trust No1 Jeffrey' the team is thrown into some very questionable anime scenarios. We also find out how our guest got his name. Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://animefreshmen.co...

Happy New Decade! In this episode, the team explore power scaling and different power systems in anime. We discuss which anime does it best and which could do with more consistency. Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://animefreshmen.com/ Emai...

It's the podcast before Christmas and in our final episode of 2019, we talk about our top anime of the year and our stand out moments. Join us as we explore what was memorable and what disappointed.  Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://anime...

In this special game show episode, the gang face-off for bragging rights. Who will be victorious?  We also discuss anime games, All things Pokemon and more! Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://animefreshmen.com/ Email: hello@animefreshmen.co...

In this episode, the gang's (finally) all here and we delve into storytelling in anime.  Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website:   https://animefreshmen.com/ Email: hello@animefreshmen.com   Instagram:   @AnimeFreshmen Facebook:  @AnimeFreshmen Twitter:  ...

In this episode, we recap our comic-con experience and talk about our favourite cosplays and highlights. We also give our stance on the sub vs dub debate and discuss the effect streaming services are having on anime. Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimum. (The only exception being older titles) Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connect: Website...

In this episode, the team explore main characters vs side characters in anime and we pose the question: "Can the side guy replace the main?" We also introduce our 'Anime Starter Pack' & 'Anime 101' for newcomers to the medium. Every effort is made to keep spoilers to a minimal. (The only exception being older titles) Be sure to rate and subscribe to the show & follow on our socials:  How to connec...

In this introductory episode of The Anime Freshmen Podcast, we introduce you to your hosts; Karto, Parker Zensai, Highlander & Gerrd. Every effort is made to keep Anime and Manga spoilers to a minimal (The only exception being for older titles)  Be sure to subscribe to the show & follow us on our socials: @AnimeFreshmen