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Jack Metcalfe and Malcolm McLeod
Is This Anime? is a podcast hosted by friends & comedians Jack Metcalfe & Malcolm McLeod. Jack is an anime "expert" and has loved the genre all of his life. Malcolm has never watched anime in his life and has no idea what it is. Each week, Jack introduces Malcolm (and sometimes a guest!) to a new anime and together they go on a journey to decide its worthiness in the great pantheon of anime... something Malcolm may never ever grasp. Theme Song provided by Landon Trimble @landos.sando
The prestigious Pluto is this week's anime! Learn not just about Pluto author Naoki Urasawa's famed career but also get a deep dive into the godfather of anime himself, Osamu Tezuka! We explain how this Astro Boy adaptation transcends its own source material!
Anime discussed: Pluto episodes 1-3
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Grab yourself a glass of Tang and join us for our long awaited break down of the End of Evangelion. Learn how creator Hideaki Anno's personal and professional history influenced this iconic masterpiece. Is the End of Eva truly as gloriously fucked up as Jack had hyped? And will Rae Lynn and Malcolm be able to even keep up with this? Listen in to find out!
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Bonus Hideaki Anno material
Love and Pop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixqiAhEi78c
Shiki Jitsu: https://rarefilmm.com/2021/08/shiki-jitsu-2000/1000/
Cutie Honey Live Action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HA8RNXVvw-o
The private citizen returns to talk the late Akira Toriyama's SANDLAND. How does the 2000 manga's material hold up and why are there so many suspicious parallels to the Iraq War? Plus we also dive into the first episode of the anime-original sequel material!
Anime discussed: SANDLAND episodes 1-7
Edited by: Jack Metcalfe
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It took us way too long but the legendary Shonen series Saint Seiya is finally tackled with new guest Arthur Bianchini! How does this classic series hold up and where do we feel its influences! Listen to find out!
Anime discussed: Saint Seiya Episodes 1, 6, 14, 71, and 72
Edited by: Jack Metcalfe
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Arthur Bianchini: Anime: Lost Translation on Spotify @Animelostpod on X @bianchini3743 Insta
RIP Akira Toriyama 1955-2024
How good of a grinder are you? The Korean anime Solo Leveling puts those skills to the test! Mark Blancaflor returns to tell you why you shouldn't miss this adaptation of the hit Manwha!
Anime discussed: Solo Leveling Episodes 1-7
Edited by: Jack Metcalfe
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Scott Pilgrim, the most unexpected trans-media franchise finally gets the Is This Anime treatment! Jack explores how creator Bryan Lee O'Malley revisited this semi-autobiographical work and Jordan Mitchell Love reconciles his feelings with this new riff over his dislike of the movie! Will his mind be changed? Listen in!
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The iconic video game Final Fantasy VII turns 27 this week and to celebrate we watched the film sequel, Final Fantasy VII Advent Children. Carson Hazlett returns to see how this 2005 holds up. Jack does his best to explain the Compilation of Final Fantasy VII and offers his theories on the upcoming game sequel, Rebirth, as well!
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We kickstart another year of Is This Anime with Akame Ga Kill! Rachel Ondang makes her return to discuss this exciting but tragic series! Take a shot every time Jack compares the show to Jujutsu Kaisen (or maybe don't)
Anime discussed: Akame Ga Kill episodes 1,2,5,6, and 9
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We end the new year with the Queer Class Revolutionary Girl Utena! Rae Lynn returns to discuss the insanely weird conclusion (?) to the Utena story! Jack discusses the back and forth between the series' two creative leads and Rae Lynn keeps the story's totally sensical continuity on track!
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SPOILER WARNING. THIS FILM IS BRAND NEW AND NOT ON STREAMING SO PLEASE NOTE WE DO COVER SPOILERS FOR THE ENTIRE FILM APPROX 30 MINUTES IN! It's yet another very special episode as we cover Hayao Miyazaki's (maybe but probably not) final film "The Boy and the Heron"! Malcolm returns to discuss how if this is a worthy finale to the Miyazaki canon, at least until he adds another final movie to it!
SPOILER WARNING. THIS FILM IS BRAND NEW AND NOT ON STREAMING SO PLEASE NOTE WE DO COVER SPOILERS FOR THE ENTIRE FILM APPROX 30 MINUTES IN! GO SEE IT!
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Find yourself a cozy chair to sit on and listen to our latest podcast covering Makoto Shinkai's latest film, Suzume! Voice Actor Jackson Barwise makes his podcast debut to discuss this tender romance between a young girl and a chair who used to be a man! Trust us it's more of a tearjerker than it sounds!
Try not to spontaneously combust when you listen to our latest episode! Private Citizen Anthony returns to discuss his red hot passion for the Shonen series Fire Force! Will his personal top 5 episodes be enough to get Jack to watch the whole thing? Listen to find out!
Anime discussed: Fire Force Season 1 episodes 2, 5, 9, 17, and 22
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We finally tackle the seminal shonen series, Yu Yu Hakusho. But instead of merely picking episodes of the anime we cover two deep cuts, the OVA "The Golden Seal" and the movie "Poltergeist Report". Do they stand tall with the anime? Or are they just quick sketches of a deeper series? Listen to find out!
Golden Seal link: https://www.bilibili.tv/en/video/2048399977
Poltergeist Report link: Follow Us on the Socials:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGNvcAeXqtY&ab_channel=McTavish182
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The long awaited return of Castlevania is finally here! Carson Hazlett joins the pod to talk about the brand new sequel series, Nocturne! Does this new cast and story live up the previous seasons? And what are our theories about season 2? Listen to find out!
Anime discussed: Castlevania Nocturne S1 Episodes 1-8
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We conclude our totally planned 2 Part One Piece Live Action discussion in this exciting episode! Listen to Malcolm and Rae Lynn reveal their thoughts on the Baratie and Arlong arcs and enjoy our discussion of which One Piece characters we're most excited to see in future seasons! Plus Rae Lynn, Jack, and Malcolm reveal who they want to play in the series!
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The long awaited Live Action Adaptation of One Piece is finally here! Malcolm and Rae Lynn Carson make their return for this epic event! Does this adaptation finally break the curse of Live Action Anime? How does hold up for a non fan like Malcolm and Super Fans like Jack and Rae Lynn? Find out in this podcast so magnificent that we had to split it into 2 episodes!
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We're bring the cursed energy back with the opening arc of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2! We dive into the backstories of the heroic Gojo and less than heroic Geto! Enjoy this podcast that will hopefully hype you up for the second half of the season!
Anime discussed: Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 episodes 1-5
Edited by: Jack Metcalfe
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If you love ninjas, samurais, demons, and buckets of gore then you'll love this episode's film, Ninja Scroll! Cousin Alex returns to talk about his experience watching this classic for the first time!
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The conclusion to our Chainsaw Man Manga Spoilercast is here! Jack and Jordan discuss the end of the Public Safety Arc and the new beginning that is the Academy Saga! It's a goretastic finale!
Manga discussed: Chainsaw Man chapters 82-134
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Our long awaited Chainsaw Man spoilercast begins! In this two part podcast Jack and Jordan talk about the all thrilling, tragic, hilarious, and gloriously fucked up moments that comprise the Bomb Girl, International Assassin, and Gun Devil arcs!
Manga discussed: Chainsaw Man chapters 38-81
Next week: Chainsaw Man chapters 82-134
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The latest adventure in the Black Clover series is discussed! Jack pokes holes in the very flawed arguments of its lead character and villain while Anthony keeps things positive on this latest episode!
Anime discussed: Black Clover Sword of the Wizard King
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Try not to fall into a life of crime when listening to this latest episode! Rachel Ondang returns to discuss My Home Hero, the latest crime thriller anime! Plus drink a shot every time Jack invokes Breaking Bad (note: please do not do this)
Anime discussed: My Home Hero episodes 1-6
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Please don't gorge yourself before listening to our podcast on Spirited Away! Jack shares his infamous hot take on Miyazaki's magnum opus while new guest Daniel Choi makes his case for the beloved film!
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Pour a glass of your favourite booze and enjoy rapper Alex.ad9 talking about the incredibly fun Ya Boy Kongming! When a Chinese Tactician from 2000 years ago appears in Shibuya shenanigans ensue in the best way! Learn the life lessons that come from watching this one of a kind anime!
Anime discussed: Ya Boy Kongming episodes 1-6
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Try not to avoid getting cursed on this week's podcast! The exuberant Andrew Smith joins the pod to talk about the feature length Jujutsu Kaisen Prequel, JJK0! It's both a prequel and a pilot to the hit anime which is totally not confusing at all! Plus it has a talking Panda and really that's all an anime needs!
Anime discussed: Jujutsu Kaisen 0
Edited by: Jack Metcalfe
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We're coming in hot with the brand new series Oshi no Ko! Carson joins in to discuss the series epic 80 minute premiere and second episode! This show about a J Pop Idol has like five different twists and a myriad of different tones! Is this the best new anime of the season? Yes, just straight up yes. Watch it on Hi Dive before listening!
Anime discussed: Oshi no Ko episodes 1 and 2
Edited by: Jack Metcalfe
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Vinland Saga is finally covered on the podcast! Private Citizen Anthony returns to talk about this badass but soulful series!
Anime discussed: Vinland Saga episodes 1,4,5,15,18,19
Next week's anime: Toriko (probably)
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It's the end of the Pokemon Anime as we know it...at least until the new series starts in a week and a half! But it is indeed the end for anime's lead character Ash Ketchum...at least until they bring him back which they probably will! But for now enjoy the return of Ty/Popped Beans as him and Jack dive deep into 6 episodes that tell the story of Ash's (let's face it temporary) end as the face of Pokemon! Plus enjoy Ty's confusion at all the new Pokemon and gimmicks that appear with no explanation!
Episodes discussed: Pokemon Journeys Episode 132. Pokemon Aim to be a Master Episodes 1,2, 9-11
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RESIDENT EVIL! It's one of gaming's most successful franchises! And it also has a CG movie/tv series on top of the 7 Live Action Films. Jack and Tyler are way to hyped for Resident Evil 4 Remake so does this satisfy their cravings? And why does Jack insist about talking about the Iraq War? Never forget!
Anime discussed: Resident Evil Infinite Darkness
Edited by Jack Metcalfe
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What is Fooly Cooly? A very good question that Jack and guest Mark Elliot struggle to answer! It's a mishmash of a whole lot of interesting and uncomfortable ideas and we do our best to make sense of it! But also it's a heck of a lot of fun chaos so there's that!
Next week's anime: No episode next week! Taking a 1 week break! Enjoy the backlog!
Anime discussed: Fooly Cooly season 1
Edited by: Jack Metcalfe
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It's a time honoured question, is it wrong to try to pick up girls in a dungeon? Mark Blancaflor returns talk about this fantasy harem anime! Is this series as horny as its name suggests? Or is there more to this story? Enjoy Jack's struggles with the show.
Next week's anime: FLCL episodes 1-6
Anime discussed: Is Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon Season 1
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It's here! Our 100th episode! After two long years we finally return to the world of Dragon Ball and rejoining us are Malcolm and Sacha! And making things even more special is the Piccolo focused movie, Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero. Will Malcolm's thoughts on Piccolo finally evolve? And how does Sacha feel about this iconic series? Jack has seen the movie 3 times already so he's just happy to talk Dragon Ball. And most importantly thank you dear listener for helping us reach 100 episodes!
Anime discussed: Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero
Next week's anime: Is it Wrong to try to pick up Girls in a Dungeon? Season 1
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It's been a hot minute but we're back in Hirohiko Araki's Wonder World of Jojo's Bizarre Adventure. Fellow Italian Anthony Demare makes the trip to Italy to discuss the Golden Wind Arc! How bizarre does the fifth Jojo saga get? Well episode two has a sweat drinking Mafioso and we're doing 6 of these so buckle up folks! It only gets wackier!
Anime discussed: JJBZA Golden Wind episodes 1-6
Next week: The 100 Episodes Spectacular w/ Malcolm and Sacha ft. Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero AKA Piccolo's Great Adventure
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Take a time traveling journey with Voice Actress Rachel Ondang as we talk about the underrated Chinese Anime Link Click! We dive into unearthed interviews with the series director Li Haoling and of course explain why you need to check out this hidden gem!
Anime discussed: Link Click episodes 1-5
Next week: JJBZA Golden Wind episodes 1-6
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The epic conclusion to our Chainsaw Man deep dive is here! Although maybe it's not the end since we clearly want to cover the manga? But nevertheless! Jack and Jordan wrap up the first season of the anime and give more and more reasons why this series just fucking rules!
Anime discussed: Chainsaw Man episodes 6-12
Next week: Link Click episodes 1-5
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Few series can be as heartfelt as they are horny and also insanely gory like Chainsaw Man. Jordan Mitchell Love returns for this 2 part episode to talk one of the biggest anime of the decade!
Anime discussed: Chainsaw Man episodes 1-5
Next week: Chainsaw Man episodes 6-12
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Jack's actual sister Daisy joins with McKenna to discuss the hit anime sitcom Spy x Family! It's one of the biggest hits of the 2022 season! Enjoy as Daisy and McKenna navigate the world of anime for their very first time!
Next week's anime: Chainsaw Man episodes 1-5
Anime discussed: Spy x Family episodes 1-4
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Patrick Cotnoir (George Lucas Talk Show, Untitled Improv, many other cool things) comes on the Pod to talk Katsuhiro Otome's anthology film Memories! We talk about why you shouldn't follow ghostly opera singers, COVID safety, and what to do when you see a Blue Light!
Next week's anime: Chainsaw Man episodes 1-5 (ft.Jack's sister)
Anime discussed: Memories
Edited by: Jack Metcalfe
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Take a psychedelic trip with the 2004 film Mind Game! We explore this positively insane film that we guess is also about the importance of living life but also is about why you don't wanna mess with a former soccer player's girlfriend? Find out if we got it right because this among the most bonkers anime to be covered on the podcast and that's saying something!
Next week's anime: Memories
Anime discussed: Mind Game
Edited by: Jack Metcalfe
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We talk the newly released videogame adaptation, Dragon Age Absolution! Is this series a worthy entry into the Dragon Age canon? Is it safe for Dragon Age noobs? And does it even qualify as a TV series? Plus learn which character Jack and Carson most want to see in the upcoming Dragon Age 4!
Next week's anime: Mind Game (probably, guest still figuring it out! )
Anime discussed: Dragon Age Absolution episodes 1-6
Edited by: Jack Metcalfe
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It's our horniest episode yet! Mark Blancaflor returns to talk about the classic comedy Golden Boy. Which girl will Jack and Mark fall for and how do these 6 episodes compare to the far longer running manga? Plus learn the importance of cloud saves!
Next week's anime:
Anime discussed: Golden Boy Episodes 1-6
Edited by: Jack Metcalfe
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After being put to the backburner for literally years, the seminal Mobile Suit Gundam War in the Pocket is finally covered! What is war and what is it good for? And which voice actor happened to be involved with both an iconic video game and graphic novel adaptation?
Episodes discussed: Mobile Suit Gundam War in the Pocket 1-6
Next week's anime: Golden Boy 1-6
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Jack into the net with 2009's Summer Wars! Aleksandra Koel returns to discuss this ahead of its time film about the metaverse! Plus Jack reveals the film's tie in to the Digimon movie! And enjoy a weird aside about regime change!
Next week's anime: Mobile Suit Gundam 0080 War in the Pocket
Anime discussed: Summer Wars
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Our most timely episode yet! Jack sits down with One Piece Superfan Anthony to talk about the latest One Piece Film! What did we like? What surprised us? What didn't quite hit the mark?
Spoiler talk starts 10 minutes in.
Anime discussed: One Piece Film Red
Next week's anime: Summer Wars
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Grab your best bowl of noodles and listen to Voice Actor Carson Hazlett talk about his love for the Chinese anime Scissor Seven! Hear us low key bash comedian Ronnie Chieng and learn if dogs can make babies with cats! It's an extra educational episode!
Next week's anime: One Piece Film Red
Anime discussed: Scissor 7 Season episodes 1-3, 8, 10
Edited by: Jack Metcalfe
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The hell raising conclusion to Devilman Crybaby is here! Is Ty prepared for the already ridiculous insanity that the first half featured? And will his beans truly be popped with the finale? Well I guess you better listen!
Anime discussed: Devilman Crybaby episodes 6-10
Next week's anime: Scissor Seven Season 1 episodes 1-3, 8, and 10
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Popped Beans himself, Ty Babych, descends into the hell with Jack to talk about one of the most outrageous anime we've covered! It's Devilman Crybaby, the 2018 adaptation of Go Nagai's masterpiece! We talk about Go Nagai's immeasurable influence on anime and manga and also try to keep our head above water when discussing this beyond bonkers series!
Anime discussed: Devilman Crybaby episodes 1-5
Next week's anime: Devilman Crybaby episodes 6-10
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Our Berserk coverage reaches its tragic conclusion. But that's not the only finale in this episode. Malcolm also takes his last bow as co-host. Does Berserk's bold end live up to the hype? And what anime make it into Malcolm's pantheon? Find out in today's episode!
Next week's anime: Devilman Crybaby episodes 1-5
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The epic finale to Gurren Lagann is finally here! Jack and Jordan finally stop tiptoeing about what makes this series so damn awesome. Plus Jack reveals how the movie version of this series differs from the anime.
Anime discussed: Gurren Lagann episodes 16-27
Next week: Berserk (1997) episodes 20-25
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We finally get to the prime rib material of Berserk! Beheadings, betrayals, and more await the heroes in this batch of episodes! Plus is Griffith really the Princess Diana of the series? Find out!
Next week's anime: Gurren Lagann episodes 16-26
Episodes discussed: Berserk (1997) episodes 13-19
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We return with the 2nd act of Gurren Lagann! Jack and Jordan talk about how this perhaps less well remembered portion of Gurren Lagann holds up! They discuss how this arc handles grief in some very underrated ways!
Anime discussed: Gurren Lagann episodes 9-15
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We're back with Berserk! And this week's episodes are a bit more mid compared to the previous weeks! Jack, Malcolm, and Robert have an honest discussion about where this series stumbles, but also how it succeeds compared to other similar works such as Game of Thrones!
Next week's anime: Gurren Lagann episodes 9-15
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The post-Malcolm era begins with Gurren Lagann! Jack finally gets to cover a show that is just too anime for some! Jordan Mitchell Love returns to talk about this epic coming of age featuring big ass mechs, giant drills, and loads of fanservice!
Anime discussed: Gurren Lagann episodes 1-8
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One of the most influential anime of the past few decades gets the miniseries treatment on Is This Anime! Yes that's right, it's time for Berserk, the tragic tale of revenge! Maria Bitelli joins the crew to watch her second anime ever! Plus Malcolm has a shocking announcement that will change the podcast permanently! Don't miss out!
Next week's anime: Gurren Lagann episodes 1-8
Episodes discussed: Berserk (1997) episodes 1-6
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Enter the Metaverse with Mamoru Hosada's take on Beauty and the Beast, Belle! Does it hold up against the ever so slightly more famous take on the classic tale? Find out!
Next week's anime: Berserk (1997) episodes 1-6
Episodes discussed: Odd Taxi Episodes 6-13
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We're back for the remainder of our Odd Taxi coverage! Malcolm finally learns how he guessed the ending to show, Jack can talk without dancing around spoilers, and Logan at long last truly gets to watch something great!
Next weeks anime: Belle
Episodes discussed: Odd Taxi Episodes 6-13
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The critically acclaimed Odd Taxi is finally discussed on the podcast! Logan Middleton returns to explore this mash-up of Tarantino, Elmore Leonard, and Zootopia! Jack tries to avoid spoiling major reveals while Malcolm walks right into them!
Episodes discussed: Odd Taxi Episodes 1-5
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Jordan Mitchell Love returns to the podcast to discuss one of the most underrated Studio Ghibli films, Porco Rosso! Meanwhile Jack has just returned from a wedding and is incredibly hungover! Will Malcolm love this film as much as everyone else? And will Jack fully merge with Porco himself due to his unexpectedly expected behaviour at his cousin's wedding? Find out!
Anime discussed: Porco Rosso
Next week: Odd Taxi Part 1(!) Episodes 1-5
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One of 2022's sleeper hits makes its Is This Anime Debut alongside new guest Sarah Overacker! We talk Ranking of Kings, one of the most good vibes shows we've covered so far! Jack and Sarah praise the show's delightful protagonist while Malcolm gets really hung up on the tile.
Anime Discussed: Ranking of Kings episodes 1-5
Next week: Porco Rosso
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We cover the 3D animation of Lupin III! Spetsnik returns to talk about this fun caper that gives off massive Raiders of the Lost Ark vibes! How does Lupin translate to 3D? Find out!
Next weeks anime: Ranking of Kings episodes 1-5
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We're back! And kicking off our glorious return is a trip back to high school! Cromartie High School to be precise! Robert Delilah and Harper make their comeback with this absolutely insane comedy.
Anime Discussed: Cromartie High episodes 1, 2, 4, 7, 11, and 15
Next weeks anime: Lupin III the 1st
Return to the world of space bounty hunters with Outlaw Star! But don't let its surface level similarities with the Bebop crew convince you this isn't worth watching! The versatile Jordan Mitchell Love explains why in this thrilling sci-fi throwback!
Anime discussed: Outlaw Star Episode 3: Into Burning Space Episode 4: When the Hot Ice Melts Episode 15: The Seven Emerge Episode 17: Between Life and Machine and Episode 21: Grave of the Dragon
Next week: Hiatus until June! We'll return with Lupin III The First!
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When it comes to games the Final Fantasy series isn't quite so final. But its foray into blockbuster movies certainly was. Voice Actor and Final Fantasy fan Carson Hazlett guests to talk about one of his favourite franchises and its connection to his favourite game in the series, Final Fantasy VII. And in a shocking twist Jack decides to go full chaos and make some volcanic judgements about a couple Hollywood bad men. Whether you like Final Fantasy or not (and this movie doesn't seem to even be for fans) you'll get a kick out of the depraved depths this episode goes down.
Next week's anime: Lupin III The First
Anime discussed: Final Fantasy The Spirits Within
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Get some D this week with Vampire Hunter D Bloodlust! This wild road trip through a post apocalyptic world is a sentimental favourite of new guest, Buck Harper! Jack tries not to mention Castlevania and Malcolm enjoys the copious amount of John DiMaggio!
Next week's anime: Final Fantasy The Spirits Within
Anime discussed: Vampire Hunter D Bloodlust
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The highest grossing anime movie of all time is finally conquered by Jack, Malcolm, and returning guest Mark! And the result is....a very okay Shonen movie. Jack explains Demon Slayer's insane rise and Mark gives his hot take on the episodic version of the movie! Malcolm nods politely too.
Next week's anime: Vampire Hunter D Bloodlust
Anime discussed: Demon Slayer Mugen Train + Demon Slayer Season 2 episodes 1-7
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Few series have been requested as much as Cory in the House (or Uchinonaka no kōrī) but Jack and Malcolm finally cover it! There's no limits to the depravity featured in this highly influential cult hit!
Next weeks anime: Demon Slayer The Movie: Mugen Train (for real)
Anime discussed: Cory in the House
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Halo! It's one of the most important videogames of all time! But did you also know it had a series of anime shorts? Well Jack, Malcolm, and returning guest Alexad9 are here to give you their thoughts on yet another multimedia tie-in! Will this surpass the Animatrix or Star Wars Visions? Find out!
Next weeks anime: Demon Slayer The Movie: Mugen Train
Anime discussed: Halo Legends
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At long last the legendary Junji Ito finally gets tackled on the podcast! And the film discussed is certainly a weird as hell movie worthy of the Ito legacy! Guest Andrew Packer joins Jack and Malcolm to learn about why you don’t fuck with fish!
Next weeks anime: Halo Legends
Episodes discussed: GYO Tokyo Fish Attack
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Jack and Malcolm make a return to the Samurai genre with the film, Sword of the Stranger. It's a perfectly cromulent action movie with a very good doggo. What else is interesting about it? Listen in to find out!
Next weeks anime: GYO Tokyo Fish Attack
Anime discussed: Sword of the Stranger
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The stunning conclusion to our Attack on Titan coverage is here! Ty and Malcolm learn the fate of Eren and find out what that reveal means for the series as a whole. And which person on the podcast would like to be eaten by a sexy lady titan?
Next weeks anime: Sword of the Stranger
Episodes discussed: Attack on Titan Episodes 6-10
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Ty Babych of Popped Beans fame finally returns to discuss yet another uber iconic anime! We talk about Attack on Titan! Is this anime's Game of Thrones? And why do fascists have a weird thing for it? Tune in to find out!
Next weeks anime: Attack on Titan episodes 6-10
Episodes discussed: Attack on Titan Episodes 1-5
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We're finally at the end of our Satoshi Kon journey with his final film, Paprika! Or at least at the end of his feature film career (Paranoia Agent will happen!) And of course joining us once again are Lizzie and Aleks! We go over the very clear similarities between the film and Inception and we also give our personal rankings of Kon's films!
Next weeks anime: Attack on Titan episodes 1-5
Anime discussed: Paprika
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You may have heard of anime referred to as a cult hit but have you ever heard of anime made by an actual cult? Well today is your lucky day. Jack, Malcolm, and returning guest Shane watched "The Mystical Laws", a propaganda film by the Happy Science Cult. Learn the history of Happy Science and their recent pivot to QANON. And also find out how a film that features dragon battles and ancient aliens somehow manages to be incredibly boring. By the end of this episode you too will be indoctrinated into Happy Science.
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Next weeks anime: Paprika w/ Aleks and Lizzie
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You are already dead. But not dead enough to miss out on Soundcloud rapper (and Jack's cousin) Alex.ad9 hitting up the podcast to talk Fist of the North Star! Jack explains how this Pre-Dragon Ball Shonen Jump series defined the manga/anime industry while Malcolm and Alex play catch up in trying to understand this highly condensed retelling of the classic story!
Anime discussed: Fist of the North Star the Movie
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Matty Vu finally achieves his lifelong dream of watching Initial D! But if you were expecting an episode that actually discusses the long running series than...well you came to the wrong place. Chaos comes to Is This Anime as Jack slowly loses his mind while Matty and Malcolm turn this episode into a car wreck of epic proportions. Enjoy!
Anime discussed: Initial D Movie 1
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The highly anticipated discussion of Netflix's Live Action Cowboy Bebop is here! And while Jack and Malcolm are now Bebop experts, returning guest Logan Middleton comes in completely blind to the superior anime! Is the recently cancelled adaptation a loss for Bebop fans? Find out!
Episodes discussed: Cowboy Bebop Live Action The Complete Series
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It's back to Baki with special guest Dante Sammarelli! We talk about the latest Baki series, Baki Hanma! Featuring totally-not-Mike Tyson, a giant praying mantis, and the 43rd President of the United States. Oh, and water sports with a Latin American revolutionary!
Anime discussed: Baki Hanma episodes 1-6
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Are you living in a dream? Tune in as we discuss Cowboy Bebop the Movie with returning guest Robert Delilah! How does the big screen adventure with the Bebop crew hold up? And does big bad Vincent hold a candle to Vicious? Find out!
Anime discussed: Cowboy Bebop the Movie
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Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, etc, etc! Lizzie and Alex return to continue their Satoshi Kon journey with the Christmas Classic, Tokyo Godfathers! Is this Kon's most joyful work? Jack talks about the film's connection Cowboy Bebop! Also Malcolm talks about breast milk, straight from the source! And who is the Shadow Man that Jack has to strangle in his dreams?!? This is an extra fun episode delivered just in time for Christmas season!
Anime discussed: Tokyo Godfathers
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The epic finale to Cowboy Bebop is here! But thankfully not our coverage since we are covering the movie and Netflix adaptation! Editor Sacha returns to discuss the series finale. Spike battles his ultimate rival (not Vicious), Ed meets her father, Faye realizes what's most important to her, and Ein finally gets to use his datadog powers! It's a jam packed episode that features a shockingly bold declaration from Malcolm!
Episodes discussed: Cowboy Bebop episodes 21-26
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Star Wars! There's a lot of it! And now even more of it thanks the anime anthology series, Star Wars Visions! Logan Middleton returns to talk about the best and the worst of these 9 shorts! Plus Malcolm goes on an epic rant about the bad (dubbed) song in Tatooine Rhapsody!
The original Japanese song is good though.
Episodes discussed: Star Wars Visions 1-9
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Holy crap, it's episode 50 of the podcast! So what better way to celebrate than to kick it old school with a solo episode (and not because they couldn't grab a guest in time). Jack and Malcolm continue their Bebop quest with dare we say, the best batch of episodes. They discuss Radical Edward's Blaxploitation adventure, Spike's epic showdown with a floating clown assassin, and a tear jerking reveal into Faye's past!
Episodes discussed: Cowboy Bebop Episodes 16-20
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Actor, writer, and director John Voth guests to discuss the groundbreaking short film collection, The Animatrix! Learn how the Wachowski's celebrated their love of anime (unlike Nolan and Arranofsky) with this tie-in to The Matrix!
Anime discussed: The Animatrix
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Jack and Malcolm continue their journey on the Bebop with actor Mark Blancaflor! In this jam packed episode they cover a run of episodes that is according to Jack "All bangers". Enjoy a brilliant Alien parody, the return of Vicious, and discover the truth about Faye's past!
Episodes discussed: Cowboy Bebop Episodes 11-15
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The long awaited return to Jojo is here, with the return of Domenico to boot! This season of Jojo features depraved serial killers, sociopathic manga artists, and an Italian restaurant! Will Jack finally succeed in turning Dom into a JoBro? And will Malcolm continue his slow descent into the Jojo fandom? Find out!
Episodes discussed: Diamond is Unbreakable episodes 1,2,10,14, and 15
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Domenico is a private citizen
We return to our coverage of Cowboy Bebop this week! Our incredible editor joins the hosts on a trip to discuss immortal children, space truckers, a very radical person named Edward, and the first of many exciting Jet episodes!
Episodes discussed: Cowboy Bebop Episodes 6-10
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Shinichiro Watanabe's other sci-fi show gets dissected in this week's episode! Robert returns to bare witness to the severely underrated Space Dandy! Find out which of these episodes ends up becoming an all time favourite in the Is This Anime? Pantheon!
Anime discussed: Space Dandy episodes 1,4,17, and 20
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Robert is a private citizen
The Cowboy Bebop miniseries kicks off this week with the first 5 episodes of the show! Ty Babych, creator the movie review Insta account, Popped Beans, jumps on the anime train with one of the coolest shows out there! Learn how a show that was initially created just to sell a few model spaceships became one of the most revered anime in history!
Episodes discussed: Cowboy Bebop Episodes 1-5
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Aleksandra Koel and Lizzie Boys return to the podcast to discuss Satoshi Kon's sophomore film, Millennium Actress! They talk about the parallels between this film and Perfect Blue and the many homages to movie history that are present in this remarkable piece of work! Plus enjoy an incredible tangent about the Joaquin Phoenix animated film, Brother Bear!
Anime discussed: Millenium Actress
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At long last, the much requested Yuri on Ice finally makes it debut! Jack talks about director Sayo Yamamoto's many connections to previous anime that's been covered. And twitch streamer Spetsnik (aka Shane) triple axels his way into to discuss the figure skating extravaganza that is Yuri on Ice!
Episodes discussed: Yuri on Ice Episodes 1-5
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Studio Trigger is best known for their insanely over the top anime. And their debut feature film, Promare, definitely delivers on the out of this world action. It's a story about the touching bond between a fire fighter and an arsonist. Although in this case the firefighter fights fires with a super cool exo suit and the arsonist means well and also can turn into a dragon when they're like stressed or something. This is a movie that actually exists and it rules. Enjoy.
Anime discussed: Promare
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Skateboarding! It's all the rage these days! The 94.9 the GOAT's Jeremy Tubbs joins Jack and Malcolm to talk Sk8 the Infinity, a show that asks "What if Batman was into Sk8 Boarding?". Plus it has some awesome Canadian representation!
Episodes discussed: Sk8 the Infinity Episodes 1-6
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Logan Middleton returns to chat about an anime adaptation of one of his favourite video games, Castlevania! Jack breaks down why Castlevania is one of the most important gaming franchises and how this adaptation came to be. And of course they talk about the show itself! Whips, vampires, and zombie pugs, what more could you want? Also yes, vikings like to turn things into boats, they're vikings!
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Episodes discussed: Castlevania S1 Eps 1-4, S2 Eps 1-2
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Grab a bottle of rum and join returning guest Rae Lynn Carson to take a trip back to One Piece! Film Z that is! It's a movie that manages to encapsulate everything good and bad about the epic franchise, with its epic battles, very anti-cop subtext, and lots of creepy sexual innuendos (courtesy of Malcolm's formerly favourite character, Sanji). Plus Jack sings a sea shanty!
Anime discussed: One Piece: Film Z
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Jack into the net with this latest episode covering Ghost in the Shell. Improviser Andy Alvarez joins Jack and Malcolm to discuss one of the most head spinning anime out there. Jack talks about the wildly divergent takes that the franchise has had as well as the huge influence it has had on Hollywood. It's an episode that covers existentialism, philosophy, and a whole lot of subjects that will really just make your head spin.
Anime discussed: Ghost in the Shell
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After a long hiatus Jack and Malcolm return to Studio Ghibli with the fantasy epic, Princess Mononoke! And joining them is the always hilarious comedian Kyle Bottom! Jack tries to summarize everything he's learned about Ghibli in the 4 books he read about them and then goes silent for an hour as Kyle takes the lead discussing one of his favourite movies of all time!
Anime discussed: Princess Mononoke
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Do you like RPGs? Well if you do you're sure going to love this week's anime, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime! And if you don't...well you're gonna have a bad time. Writer Robert Delilah joins Jack and Malcolm as they argue over the quality of this incredibly popular series! Battle lines are drawn in this no-holds-barred episode!
Anime discussed: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime episodes 1-3, 6-8
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Robert is a private citizen
Everyone's favourite editor Sacha returns to talk about one of the best Shonen series in recent years, Dr Stone! It's a show about people coming together after a terrible disaster using the power of science, in other words a complete fantasy!
Anime discussed: Dr Stone Episodes 1-6
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Jason Simpson, star of the hit Netflix animated epic "The Dragon Prince", becomes the first guest of the show to talk about an anime that they have actually voiced! And not just any anime, but an anime they've never actually watched...until now! Jason joins Jack and Malcolm to talk about the badass 80s throwback, Black Lagoon! It's one heck of an octane filled episode!
Anime discussed: Black Lagoon Episodes 1-3
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In a first for the podcast, returning guest Rae Lynn Carson gets to be the one to pick the anime and episodes! And she couldn't have picked a weirder and more heartfelt anime than with Parasyte! Listen as Jack becomes increasingly frustrated with how little he knows about the series! You're on Malcolm's level now Jackie Boy!
Anime discussed: Parasyte
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Lizzie Boys returns to discuss one of the most listener requested anime yet, Death Note! A teenage sociopath gets a strange murder book, what could possibly go wrong? Plus Jack talks about the various Death Note adaptations (including the time he auditioned for a part in the live action movie) as well the mystery behind the manga author's true identity! And as an added bonus learn who on the pod would actually use the Death Note!
Anime discussed: Death Note 1-5
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The late Satoshi Kon is undeniably one of the greatest anime directors of all time and this week the podcast tackles his first feature, Perfect Blue. Joining Jack and Malcolm is actress of stage and screen, Aleksandra Koel. Learn the story behind the tragically short lived career of one of the great auteurs of his era. Plus find out which Hollywood filmmakers blatantly ripped off his work! Is Darren Aronofsky worth the praise he gets?!? Find out on this week's episode.
P.S Mima's agent was the one who killed the pizza delivery guy.
Anime discussed: Perfect Blue
Satoshi Kon's Last Words: https://makikoitoh.com/journal/satoshi-kons-last-words
Good Morning short: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tBfSLKcf9g
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Sinead Grewcock, director, actress, writer, comedian, and co-founder of the B.C based Production Company "Odd House Films", joins the boys to discuss one of the biggest anime features of all time! Jack educates Malcolm and Sinead on director Makoto Shinkai's career long obsession with star crossed lovers. Plus they discuss the potential of the upcoming live action American remake!
Anime discussed: Your Name
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Few anime have as storied of a history as Lupin III. With hundreds of episodes, a long running manga and dozens of movies and specials, it would be seemingly impossible to sum up it all up in just four episodes? Well Jack, Malcolm, and guest Tyler Cronsilver set out to do just that! It's a fun romp into the world of heists, cowardly princes, and gadgets! Plus enjoy an extended rant about James Bond (who also "appears" in the show!)
Anime discussed: Lupin III Part IV Episodes 1,3,9,13
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We're guestless this episode! And it turns out, besides being our resident anime expert, Jack is also without a doubt one of the biggest fans of the video game series, Mass Effect. So the idea of doing an episode on the anime tie-in "Mass Effect: Paragon Lost" would sound pretty appealing right? Well...maybe not. Is this the worst thing the podcast has covered so far? Or the best thing Freddie Prinze Jr has ever acted in? Find out on this week's episode!
Anime discussed: Mass Effect: Paragon Lost
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Actress of stage and screen Lizzie Boys (Firefly Lane, Nancy Drew) joins Jack and Malcolm to discuss One Punch Man creator One's follow up, Mob Psycho 100! Is this show actually better than One Punch Man? Yes. Plus Jack brags about his audition for the live action Death Note movie that he ultimately did not get!
Anime discussed: Mob Psycho 100 Episodes 1-5
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We return to cover another Shinichiro Watanabe anime! With TikTok sensation Tunji Taylor-Lewis coming onto the podcast to chat all things SAMUARI CHAMPLOO! This hip-hop influenced show has it all: Brothels, Ninjas, Assassins, and SO MANY Record Scratches!!! And for the first time ever, could a car be named the Speedwagon of the episode?!? Tune in and find out!
Anime discussed: Samurai Champloo Episodes 1, 10, and 15
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The incredible editor of "Is This Anime?", Sacha Husband, makes his guest debut! He joins Jack and Malcolm to talk about the con artist anime, The Great Pretender! The fellas agree that this is one of the best anime show's the podcast has covered so far! Plus learn the untold backstory of Malcolm's anime history with Sacha!
Anime discussed: The Great Pretender Episodes 1-5
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The epic conclusion to the Saiyan Saga is finally here! Goku and Vegeta finish their fight in a way that Malcolm absolutely could not have predicted! Krillin endorses murder! Mr. Popo redeems himself?!? And what's next on the horizon for the few remaining defenders of Earth? Plus Jack and Malcolm finally got new mics! It's a finale truly worthy of the Dragon Ball Z Legend! Or is it? Tune in and find out.
Anime discussed: Dragon Ball Z Kai Episodes 14-18
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Domenico is a Private Citizen
The Saiyans are here! And how did the Z Fighters do against them? Hint: Not well! Jack, Malcolm, and Domenico discuss the most action packed episodes yet! Kamikaze blasts, violence against the media, and head splooge! These episodes have it all! Plus Malcolm loses his mind over the death of a certain green skinned character.
Anime discussed: Dragon Ball Z Kai Episodes 9-13
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Domenico is a Private Citizen
The epic saga of Dragon Ball Z continues! Domenico returns to help Malcolm process just what the hell he saw! A green skinned man tosses a child off a cliff, Goku tells jokes to an ancient god, and why is Mr Popo? There's a lot to cover in these 5 episodes as the Z Fighters make their preparations for the battle against the Saiyans!
Anime discussed: Dragon Ball Z Kai Episodes 4-9
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Domenico is a Private Citizen
It's finally happening! At long last Jack, Malcolm, and returning guest Domenico sit down to discuss a show that transcends anime, Dragon Ball Z! Jack takes the boys on a journey with his most epic history segment yet, while Malcolm questions basically every element of this show. Also can you be considered a successful warlord if your own planet has been destroyed?
Anime discussed: Dragon Ball Z Kai Episodes 1-3
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Domenico is a Private Citizen
In a first for the podcast, Jack and Malcolm revisit an anime they've previously covered! Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders! And returning guest Logan Middleton joins them on this epic journey! They cover three epic stand battles featuring living swords, psychic children, and pro gamers! Will Malcolm finally realize the greatness of Jojo??!? Or will he pull a first for the podcast and forget to watch one of the assigned episodes?!?!? Tune in and find out!
Episodes discussed: Episode 27: Khnum's Oingo and Thoth's Boingo Episode 28: Anubis, Part 1 Episode 29: Anubis, Part 2 Episode 40: D'Arby the Player, Part 1 Episode 41: D'Arby the Player, Part 2 Episode 42: The Miasma of the Void, Vanilla Ice, Part 1
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Jack and Malcolm don't drive, but special guest Matty Vu does! Which is great because they watched the sci-fi racing film Redline! A movie so utterly gorgeous and bonkers that it nearly bankrupted the studio and forced the director to leave! But you won't want to leave as Matty and Malcolm riff and Jack tries to unsuccessfully rein them in!
Anime discussed: Level E
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Baseball! Aliens! An opening song sung by GoGo from Kill Bill! Yoshihiro Togashi's Level E has it all! It's the touching story of an easily irritated high school baseball player and his wacky long haired blonde alien roommate who is also a space prince! Listen as Jack and Malcolm try to wrap their heads around one of the most bonkers anime to exist! There's some real Mark McGwire-esque dingers in this episode!
Anime discussed: Level E
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Star Wars enthusiast Logan Middleton joins Jack and Malcolm to discuss the all 25 of the Star Wars Clone Wars shorts! Is This Anime?!? Learn about series creator Genndy Tartakovsky and his long career. Plus listen to Jack and Logan discuss the animated series place within the Star Wars canon and the future of Star Wars as a whole while Malcolm listens silently because (SPOILER ALERT) he knows just as much about Star Wars as he does Anime! And yes, George Lucas is a weeb born in 1994.
Anime (?) discussed Star Wars Clone Wars (2003)
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Super talented Comedian (Nasty Women) and actress Rae Lynn Carson joins Jack and Malcolm to discuss the Hunter x Hunter movie! What happens when a series best known for subverting expectations delivers a movie that...is basically just pure fanservice? And how does Adam Sandler factor into all this? And what's the deal with the hyper horny dude who is totally not the Joker? And how many times will Malcolm pronounce the "X" in Hunter x Hunter (Hint: It's A Lot)!!!?!?!? Find out all of this and more on this week's episode!
Films discussed: Hunter x Hunter: Phantom Rouge Little Nicky
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You've listened to Jack and Malcolm take on the Pokemon anime and feature film, but on this very special episode they cover something that came even before that, the Pokemon Adventures Manga! Join them as they dive into easily the most violent Pokemon adaptation yet! Plus find out how Malcolm handled reading his very first manga! (Hint: It didn't go as expected!)
Manga discussed: Pokemon Adventures Volumes 1-3
Pokemon Special Music Video can be watched here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoZ0Zwab6Oc
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In a first for the podcast, we cover a big, fancy Hollywood movie! But not just any Hollywood movie, the Pokemon live action spectacular "Pokemon: Detective Pikachu"! Learn why the Pokemon Company chose to adapt a forgettable 3DS spin-off as the first live action Pokemon movie! Join Jack and Malcolm as they pore over every single detail in this film. Plus hear their pitches for their own Pokemon movies! It's the most extensive discussion about Detective Pikachu ever!
Not Anime discussed: Pokemon Detective Pikachu
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Pokemon, one of the most successful media franchises in the world, finally gets covered on the podcast. Stand Up Comedian Kyle Bottom joins Jack and Malcolm to learn the history of how Pokemon became one of Nintendo's biggest hits and how it helped make anime mainstream in the West! Plus find out how the series almost derailed its future with just one episode! And of course, the fellas watch four episodes of the latest iteration of the anime, Pokemon Journeys, to see how the series has kept up with the times!
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Episodes discussed: Episode 2: Legend? Go! Friends? Go Episode 5: Mind Boggling Dynamax! Episode 12: Flash of the Titans! Episode 26: Splash, Dash, and Smash for the Crown! Slowking's Crowning!
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Few films are as groundbreaking as Katsuhiro Otomo's "Akira". With films such as Chronicle, Looper, and even the Kanye West music video, Stronger, being inspired by it. Jack and Malcolm explore how Akira changed the cinematic landscape, as well as discuss the differences between the film and the six volume manga it was adapted from.
Film discussed: Akira Manga discussed: Akira
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Martial arts anime are a dime a dozen, but few of them reach the insanity of Baki! This is series where the world's strongest man has signed a peace treaty with multiple U.S Presidents, a person can poison someone with just their hand, and a 147 year old man can go toe to toe with a 37 year old who's in his prime?!? Jack, Malcolm, and for the first time a special guest, MMA fan Domenico, watch four absurd fights in this ridiculous show!
Episodes discussed: Season 2 Episode 1: "Begin! The Centennial Tournament" Episode 6: "Excellennnnt!" Episode 8: "The Title of the Strongest" Episode 12: "Completion"
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Accents! Censorship! Unnecessary plot holes! The 4Kids Dub of One Piece is famous for all of these and more! Jack and Malcolm dive into the 4Kids counterparts of the previous episode and discuss the many baffling differences between them! Discover how Japan's most popular anime had its chances of international success completely derailed! Plus learn how 4Kids Entertainment became one of the biggest players in dubbing, with sensations like Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh, only to destroy their reputation by adapting a series that they were in no position to handle properly! Enjoy this bonkers episode where every choice made was the wrong one!
Episodes discussed: Episode 4: The Passing of the Hat Episode 17: The Scrub in the Shrub Episode 35: You Dirty Rat! Episode 43: Buggy's Back!
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Set sail for One Piece! Jack somehow tries to distill the appeal of this nearly 1000 episode long series into just four episodes! With episodes featuring everything from adorable animals to self mutilation, this show has it all! Enjoy this extra long episode worthy of the One Piece itself!
Episodes discussed: Episode 4 - Luffy's Past! Enter Red Haired Shanks! Episode 18 - You're the Weird Creature! Gaimon and his Strange Friends! Episode 37 - Luffy Rises! Result of the Broken Promise! Episode 53 - The Legend has Started! Head for the Grand Line!
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Jack and Malcolm continue their escape from the shonen genre by watching the steampunk coming of age anime, Violet Evergarden! Jack also talks about the light novel genre and the history of Kyoto Animation. And the boys talk about how much they cried watching this show! Episodes discussed: Episode 1: "I Love You" and Auto Memory Dolls" Episode 2: "Never Coming Back" Episode 10: "A Loved One Will Always Watch Over You"
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Take a trip to Mars with us this week! Jack and Malcolm watched the musical coming-of-age story, Carole and Tuesday! They talk about creator Shinchiro Watanabe's famed career and how this show is the perfect 2020 antidote!
Episodes discussed Episode 1: True Colors Episode 2: Born to Run Episode 3: Fire and Rain
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As far as animation directors go, you'd struggle to find someone more acclaimed than Hayao Miyazaki. Jack and Malcolm do a deep dive into his most recent film, The Wind Rises. Plus, learn about the history of Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli!
Films discussed: The Wind Rises and The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness (Documentary)
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Nothing says anime like giant robots beating the tar out of each other. And the Gundam franchise is easily the most recognizable of them all. So Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron Blooded Orphans should be an easy watch right? Well not quite...listen as Jack realizes he made some shoddy episode picks and apologizes constantly throughout the episode like the good Canadian boy that he is!
Episodes discussed: Episode 1: Iron and Blood... Episode 3: Glorious Demise Episode 5: Beyond the Red Sky
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It's hard to find a more popular anime in recent years than My Hero Academia. And as far as anime go, it's about the most conventionally appealing one Malcolm has seen so far! Jack and Malcolm dive into three episodes that somehow manage to tell a cohesive arc despite being seasons apart! Plus, Jack struggles to tell the difference between All for One and One for All!
Episodes discussed: S1E2: What it takes to be a Hero S2E10: Shoto Todoroki: Origin S3E11: All for One
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Malcolm seemed to enjoy the superhero satire of One Punch Man, but will he withstand the power of Jojo's Bizarre Adventure? Jack tries to sum up the virtues of this long running generation spanning epic that features vampires, punching ghosts, and a man named Robert E.O Speedwagon!
Episodes discussed: S1E1: Dio the Invader S1E4: Life with Dio S1E10: New York's Jojo Stardust Crusaders E1: The Man Possessed by an Evil Spirit
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In the very first episode of "Is This Anime?", Anime Expert Jack and the Guy Who Doesn't Know Anything About Anime Malcolm discuss three episodes of One Punch Man! Will Malcolm understand the comedic sensibilities of this classic satire? Or will he be too distracted by the famed hero who resembles an adult Caillou? Find out on the first episode of this new comedic, pop culture centric podcast!
Episodes discussed: S1E1: The Strongest Man S1E3: The Obsessive Scientist S1E9: Unyielding Justice
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Episode Notes The trailer for Is This Anime? A brand new podcast where two friends, an anime expert and an anime noob, journey across the wide world of an anime!
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