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Hey! To carry on the Spooky Season vibe, this episode is all about Junji Ito, the king of Japanese horror manga. I'll cover who he is, his work and inspirations and which episodes from the Junji Ito Collection anime adaption you should watch this Halloween and Spooky Season! >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpt5zMeIDE971PcHIfBKfg ✨ Sh...

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Hey! It's spooky season! The time to indulge in all things spooky like ghost stories, pumpkins and spooky-themed anime! In this episode, I share my anime recommendations that you should be watching for Halloween and spooky season! >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpt5zMeIDE971PcHIfBKfg ✨ Shop anime pins & more on my Etsy store: ht...

Hey! This time on Chibi & Chill: The Anime Podcast I talk about why being an anime fan (weeb) in 2023 is the best time to be a fan and how being a fan has changed in the past 20 years from being a kid in the 2000s watching Sailor Moon and Pokemon after school. Join me on this nostalgic trip! >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpt5zMe...

Hey! It's spooky season (nearly) and what a better time of year than to talk about horror and spooky vibe manga (and anime series) you should be exploring this season. >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpt5zMeIDE971PcHIfBKfg ✨ Shop anime pins & more on my Etsy store: https://chibiweebmerch.etsy.com 🎻 Y our Lie In April Stage Produ...

Hey everyone! A new anime season is coming and with it a new anime lineup! In this episode check out the anime that I've added to my anime watchlist for October and the anime YOU should be watching! >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpt5zMeIDE971PcHIfBKfg ✨ Shop anime pins & more on my Etsy store: https://chibiweebmerch.etsy.com 🎻...

Hey! If you're like me you probably grew up watching the Yu-Gi-Oh anime but never really knew the background of the anime or the manga or the card game. Find out all about the darker side of Yu-Gi-Oh, the card game origins and more in this episode! >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpt5zMeIDE971PcHIfBKfg ✨ Shop anime pins & more on...

Hey everyone! Let's talk about Fish-Man Island, one of the arcs of One Piece that forecasts Joy Boy, the Void Century, Noah and more! Join me to hear some reactions to the series arc, some trivia about the island and more! >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpt5zMeIDE971PcHIfBKfg ✨ Shop anime pins & more on my Etsy store: https://ch...

Hi everyone! Back again with another review/discussion of the arcs of One Piece as I make my way through this 1000+ episode anime. This time it's Marineford, the arc that is often mentioned as the best arc in the whole of One Piece. Let's dive in!✨ >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpt5zMeIDE971PcHIfBKfg ✨ Shop anime pins & more o...

Hello everyone! This week on Chibi & Chill its all about the new anime Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead and why you NEED to be watching this series. Learn more about the anime and manga series, what Netflix have in store for it and more! >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpt5zMeIDE971PcHIfBKfg ✨ Shop anime pins & more on my Ets...

Welcome back to Chibi & Chill, the ultimate anime and manga podcast! I'm your host, Ryan, and today's episode is all about the captivating Thriller Bark arc in One Piece. Get ready to dive deep into episodes 337 to 381 of Season 10 as we explore the haunted island-turned-ship known as Thriller Bark. >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/U...

Hello everyone! This week it's all about Jujutsu Kaisen and 15 facts you didn't know about the anime and manga series and characters such as Gojo and Megumi to celebrate the return of the anime for season 2! >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpt5zMeIDE971PcHIfBKfg ✨ Shop anime pins & more on my Etsy store: https://chibiweebmerch.et...

In this episode, we're taking a closer look at the thrilling Water 7 and Enies Lobby arcs. Get ready to sail alongside the Straw Hat crew as we discuss the exhilarating events that unfold during these arcs. From the intrigue and drama of Water 7 to the high-stakes rescue mission in Enies Lobby, I'll explore the epic battles, unexpected alliances, and emotional moments that make One Piece a timeles...

Hello everyone! A new anime season is upon us and in this episode, I discuss the anime that I've added to my Summer 2023 anime watchlist lineup. There are a mix of anime genres and themes on this list and something for everyone. Find out what anime you should be watching in July! >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpt5zMeIDE971PcHIfBKfg...

Join me , your host Ryan, as I take you on a journey through the pivotal decades of the 70s, 80s, and 90s, exploring the evolution of manga and its impact on the global stage. In the 70s, manga experienced a transition period, with the rise of popular female authors and the mainstream success of the shoujo genre. I delve into the themes, representation, and cultural influence of this era, while al...

Join host Ryan in the latest episode of Chibi & Chill: The Anime Podcast as he sets sail on a thrilling adventure through the vast world of One Piece! In episode 26, titled "Gomu Gomu no Facts!", Ryan delves deep into the treasure trove of knowledge about this iconic anime and manga series. Get ready to be amazed as Ryan unveils 20 fascinating facts about Luffy, the Straw Hat Pirates, and thei...

Umai! Welcome, anime lovers, to a mouthwatering episode of Chibi & Chill: The Anime Podcast! Get ready to indulge your senses in the delectable world of Japanese food in anime. In this special episode, titled Umai! Food in Anime: The Answer To Why I Love Japanese Food, I'll be diving into the tantalizing realm of Japanese cuisine and its vibrant presence in anime and why anime is the reason wh...

Get ready to level up your anime and gaming experiences as I delve into the thrilling realm where these two passions collide. In this action-packed episode, I unveil a treasure trove of anime-themed games that will transport you to immersive virtual worlds. Unleash your inner hero with thrilling RPGs, engage in pulse-pounding battles with intense fighting games, and embark on epic quests in visual...

Hello! ✨ Welcome back to Chibi & Chill: The Anime Podcast! This week it's all about magical themed anime and in this episode I'll dive into my top 5 series that you should be watching if you're wanting some magic in your anime line up. From wands to grimoires and muscles, I'll recommend the most spellbinding shows that should be on every anime lover's watchlist. Get ready for an episode fille...

Hello everyone! This week, we begin a new mini-series for the podcast, The History of Manga! Anime and manga go hand in hand and when the podcast began, it kicked off with the History of Anime mini-series and now it's time to explore manga in depth. Join me as I take a look into the long history of manga (way back in the 13th century!) and how it developed into the medium we know and love today. &...

Hello everyone! In this episode of Chibi & Chill: The Anime Podcast, it's all about Howls Moving Castle by Studio Ghibli and 15 facts you didn't know about the film and the book that inspired Miyazaki. Howls Moving Castle has become one of the most loved films by anime house Studio Ghibli and has won multiple awards worldwide. Discover more about the details of the themes, it's characters and...

Hello everyone! This week we dive into the Sports anime genre and take a look at its history, some anime that shaped the genre and inspired shows like Naruto and Ghost in the Shell along with some sports anime recommendations that you should be watching. >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpt5zMeIDE971PcHIfBKfg ✨ Shop anime pins & m...

Hello! This week we dive into Shōnen anime and specifically the Dark Trio of Shōnen which consists of Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man and Hell's Paradise. We'll take a look at: What is Shōnen anime, examples of popular series and their stereotypes, story arcs and character tropes Seinen anime and manga Shōjo anime and manga About The Dark Trio of Shonen Recommendations >> LINKS << 📺 Watc...

Hello! ✨ This week I dive into one of the earliest anime I can remember watching as a kid in the 2000s and one that has become one of the most iconic series ever, Yu-Gi-Oh. In this episode, discover the horror-style beginnings of the manga and anime series and how the trading card game was never meant to be a story focus point or a product at all. >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over...

Hello! ✨ It's nearly here! Demon Slayer season 3 is releasing this Sunday and to celebrate, in this episode, I dive into 20 facts you didn't know about Demon Slayer, both the anime and manga. >> LINKS << 📺 Watch the Podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpt5zMeIDE971PcHIfBKfg ✨ Shop anime pins & more on my Etsy store: https://chibiweebmerch.etsy.com 🎻 Y our...