Kay Smith and Deven Ziegenbein

The Waifu Review

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Two best friends (more like sisters) discussing all things anime, from a female's perspective! Waifus of the world unite! Finally, a podcast for us girlies to shamelessly simp and hype up the FMCs who deserve more love in the anime community. Follow, subscribe, and join us for some crazy fun! Oh, and the "bros and non-binary hoes" are welcome to tune in too, of course! Just don't bring Adam with you.

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Kay Smith and Deven Ziegenbein

Episodes

Secrets of the Garnet Pavilion 01.07.2026 36:22

In this episode, Kay and Deven discuss the events of episode 11 of the Apothecary Diaries. This episode is packed with revelations of betrayal, sorrow, and the complexities of loyalty and love in the palace. Maomao confronts her suspect privately - maybe not her brightest moment, but our girl will prevail! Secrets are revealed, and secret meetings take place at night. An unexpected run-in with Mao...

Salt and Honey. Sus. 17.06.2026 51:07

Some shady things are happening in the Rear Palace. Maomao is on the hunt for answers, but just how deep do these secrets run? Ahhh, it's time for the parade of unanswered questions to begin. Join us as we cover episodes 9 and 10 in season one of The Apothecary Diaries. Let's talk theories in the comments, and let us know your thoughts on our own theories we hint at throughout episode 10.

Hairpins = Homecoming? 03.06.2026 55:43

What do these hairpins mean? We still do not have any solid ideas. We get at least one inkling of what they signify in this next episode of The Waifu Review. Maomao goes home! And we learn it's been 10 months since she was home with her family. Some welcome her back with open arms, while others... well, just listen and you'll learn.

Parties, Pranks, and Poisons 27.05.2026 1:07:01

A lengthy episode, but worth the time, we promise! Things get sneaky and spicy in this episode as we cover the start of the Garden Party in season one, The Apothecary Diaries. And in the Rear Palace, a party is never complete without petty squabbles, cruel pranks, and an attempted poisoning. Pour a cup of tea, kick up your feet, and grab your hairpins for this thriller of an episode.

Ghost Stories and Poison Powder 24.05.2026 31:02

In episode two of The Waifu Review, we cover the next two episodes in the anime The Apothecary Diaries. Stories of ghosts in the night have Maomao rolling her eyes and searching for the logic behind the Rear Palace's panicked rumors. A surprise summons from the Emperor has Maomao shaking in her slippers. He sends her over to the crystal pavilion to oversee the care of Lady Lihua, who has fallen il...

Welcome to The Waifu Review 24.05.2026 35:56

Welcome to episode one! In this first season of The Waifu Review, Deven and Kay will be talking about The Apothecary Diaries! This anime has grown in popularity due to its witty, interesting FMC, Maomao; the handsomely beautiful MMC, Jinshi; its intriguing, mysterious story; and the gorgeous artwork and animation style! Join us as we dive into the first two episodes of The Apothecery Diaries.