The Weeb

The Weeb Initiative

Leisure EN ↓ 118 episodes

Every other week I sit down, think about an anime or manga i finished and share my thoughts. I review animes, mangas, games and so on for the sake of discussion, putting my two cents on the things I like. Comments, collabs and Concerns: theweebinitiative@gmail.comFind me:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-weeb-initiative/id1594372096Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycADiscord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJcRadio Public: https://radiopublic.com/the-weeb-initiative-WdmPoRHel...

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TWI 042 - Why I watched Maken-Ki: An introduction to the Ecchi genre 20.06.2023 23:41

For the last episode of the "Introduction to anime" series, I will be talking about a landmark in the Ecchi genre, Maken-ki Hiromitsu Takeda's Twitter: https://twitter.com/shinjugai?lang=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dan...

TWI 041 - Why I watched Hell Girl: An Introduction to the Horror genre 06.06.2023 39:06

For this episode I will be introducing the Horror genre through a classic of the mid 2000's, Hell Girl. A fairly tame entry in the genre, good for those who can't deal with jump scares, Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with...

TWI 040 - Why I watched Sweetness and Lightning: An Introduction to the Slice of Life genre 23.05.2023 24:11

This time I will talk about the Slice of Life genre. A fairly broad and diverse genre which has many angles to the stories. I chose a fairly well made and really cute entry to present today. Amaama to Inazuma or Sweetness and Lightning in english. P,S,: After editing the episode I noticed I pronounced Tsumugi's name as Tsugumi, sorry for the blunder Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP...

TWI 039 - Why I watched Danmachi: An Introduction to the Video Game Fantasy genre 09.05.2023 40:57

Following last episode, this time I will be introducing the Video Game Fantasy genre, a derivate of the Isekai genre, To that end, this week's review is about Danmachi or Is it Wrong to pick up girls in a dungeon? Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb5...

TWI 038 - Why I watched Youjo Senki: An Introduction to the Isekai genre 25.04.2023 54:56

This week I will introduce one of the many entries in the Isekai genre, the genre that defined a generation of anime and became a main stay in every season. And in order to do that I will be talking about Youjo Senki, one of the most unique entries in the space. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.c...

TWI 037 - Why I watched Puella Magi Madoka Magica: An Introduction to the Modern Mahou Shoujo genre 11.04.2023 57:09

Following last week's episode, I will be talking about the Modern Mahou Shoujo genre this time, reviewing the one that brought about the genre, Puella Magi Madoka Magica. Youtube::https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with me by Dayz Musiq Co...

TWI 036 - Why I watched Sailor Moon (1992): An Introduction to the Classic Mahou Shoujo genre 28.03.2023 31:58

This week I will be talking about the Classic Mahou Shoujo genre, reviewing one of the, if not the best example of it, Sailor Moon Youtube::https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with me by Dayz Musiq Comments, collabs and Concerns: theweebinitiat...

TWI 035 - Why I watched Mirai Nikki: An introduction to the Battle Royale genre 14.03.2023 38:15

This week I will talk about a rather forgotten genre in anime and manga, the battle royale genre and to do this, and iconic anime, Mirai Nikki Youtube::https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with me by Dayz Musiq Comments, collabs and Concerns: th...

TWI 034 - Why I watched Date a live Season 1: An introduction to the Harem genre 28.02.2023 1:01:18

This week I will introduce the apex of the harem genre, the role model that is followed to this day in so many anime. Date a Live. Youtube::https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with me by Dayz Musiq Comments, collabs and Concerns: theweebinitiat...

TWI 033 - Why I watched Toradora! An introduction to the romance genre 14.02.2023 1:12:40

This week I will introduce the one anime that made such a big impression on me that romance is my favorite genre nowadays. Toradora! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with me by Dayz Musiq Comments, collabs and Concerns: theweebiniti...

TWI 032 - Why I watched Akame ga Kill: An introduction to the action genre 31.01.2023 40:11

This week I will talk about one of the best action anime for someone who is starting in the hobby, Akame ga kill, A really great, emotional story with lots of fighting and a shocking plot Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with me by...

TWI 031 - Why I watched High School of the Dead: My favorite anime 17.01.2023 41:36

Following my first anime, this week I'll be talking about my favorite and at this point a cult classic, High School of the Dead Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with me by Dayz Musiq Comments, collabs and Concerns: theweebinitia...

TWI 030 - Why I watched Amagi Brilliant Park: My anime hook 03.01.2023 31:09

To start the new season I will talk about the first anime I watched when I got into the hobby, Amagi Brilliant Park Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with me by Dayz Musiq Comments, collabs and Concerns: theweebinitiative@gmail.com

TWI 029 - The 2022 Manga List 22.11.2022 1:19:27

As this is the last episode of this year and season I wanted to make something different. I'm going to talk about all on going manga I'm currently reading. The complete spreadsheet with all the manga is going to be available in the discord. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUm...

TWI 028 - Why I watched Noir 08.11.2022 33:46

This time, I review one of those lost gems of the early 2000's, Noir, an artsy and dramatic take on the girls-with-guns genre. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with me by Dayz Musiq Comments, collabs and Concerns: theweebinitiat...

TWI 027 - Why I watched Sabagebu! 25.10.2022 19:59

This week I'm going to talk about Sabagebu!, a comedy anime so nonsensical that doesn't matter how many times I re-watch it, I laugh out loud every time, Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with me by Dayz Musiq Comments, colla...

TWI 026 - Why I read Gun X Clover 11.10.2022 1:05:35

This week I talk about a manga I like a lot, Gun X Clover. A collaboration between Yamaguchi Mikoto and D,P . It packs a science fantasy military vibe with some really heavy themes, Reader discretion is advised if you are going to read the manga, Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEk...

TWI 025 - Why I watched Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 27.09.2022 47:04

So, they released a Cyberpunk anime and I wasn't planning on reviewing it until I saw the studio behind it. Studio Trigger. Let's talk about it. I REALLY WANT TO STAY AT YOUR HOUSE by Rosa Walton & Hallie Coggins: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzbLODUb1sA Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.sp...

TWI 024 - Why I watched 009-1 13.09.2022 31:18

Today I will talk about an underappreciated from the mid 2000's. 009-1 is a mix of cyborg spies, cold war and future what more could you ask for? Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with me by Dayz Musiq Comments, collabs and Conce...

TWI 023 - Why I read Chainsaw Man Act 1 30.08.2022 59:24

Let's talk about one of the most hyped shows of the last few years, Chainsaw Man. I read the first arc which is being adapted into an anime airing in October/2022, Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with me by Dayz Musiq Comments,...

TWI 022 - Why I watched Senki Zesshou Symphogear XV 16.08.2022 1:27:20

This week, I talk about the grand finale of Symphogear. Senki Zesshou Symphogear XV. The apex of the series and an appropriate ending to such a beloved anime with the best music and animation. Symphogear Wiki: https://symphogear.fandom.com/wiki/Symphogear_Wiki Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com...

TWI 021 - Why I watched Senki Zesshou Symphogear AXZ 02.08.2022 57:04

This week, I talk about the fourth season of Symphogear. Senki Zesshou Symphogear AXZ. Unfortunately, the low point of the series. Symphogear Wiki: https://symphogear.fandom.com/wiki/Symphogear_Wiki Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance...

TWI 020 - Why I watched Senki Zesshou Symphogear GX 19.07.2022 56:54

This week, I will be talking about the third season of Symphogear. Senki Zesshou Symphogear GX. Arguably the best season of the series. Symphogear Wiki: https://symphogear.fandom.com/wiki/Symphogear_Wiki Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: D...

TWI 019 - Why I watched Senki Zesshou Symphogear G 05.07.2022 1:02:43

Today, let's talk about the second season of Symphogear. Senki Zesshou Symphogear G. A big jump in the series . Symphogear Wiki: https://symphogear.fandom.com/wiki/Symphogear_Wiki Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KUuUmEkReF4IYyuFrpbO2?si=a36005c6cb524f34 Music: Dance with me by Dayz...

TWI 018 - Why I watched Senki Zesshou Symphogear 21.06.2022 54:23

Today I will start a series to present an anime very close to my heart and with an awesome original sound track. Senki Zesshou Symphogear. A fusion between idols, mahou shoujo and actual singers as voice actresses. Symphogear Wiki: https://symphogear.fandom.com/wiki/Symphogear_Wiki Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPR1yBkKjeWfCnvX1s_ZycA Discord: https://discord.gg/rSSc87AeJc Spotify: ht...