We are excited to have baker and author Abi Balingit (@theduskykitchen) with us to talk X-Files, cute girls who cook, the Harper Collins Union (@hcpunion) strike, and her debut cookbook Mayumu ( LINK )! Pre-orders are now live! In this episode, we talk all 12 episodes of Gourmet Girl Graffiti as well as Abi's baking origin story. We share our mutual love of the X-FIles and the feelings of imposter syndrome. Most importantly we are just so hungry watching this delightful slice of life. Let us kno...
Dec 20, 2022•1 hr 15 min
It's the finale of Trigun, and we think we have a certified classic on our hands! Also this week: Gundam, Urusei Yatsura, No Go-Bots! In two weeks we will be covering all of Gourmet Girl Graffiti currently streaming in the US on Crunchyroll.Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_podCatch up and check out our new schedule at awam.pizza...
Dec 19, 2022•54 min•Season 17Ep. 8
This week we have a lot of Gung-Ho Guns to get through before we get to the Big Bad. We also crack open ancient tomes of lore (manga) to give you a little peek into their back stories. Also this week: GoBots: Battle of the Rock Lords, Gundam and the Podcast from Mercury, and Nosferatu Live. Next week we will be watching Trigun Episodes 23-26 currently streaming in the US on Funimation, Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Amazon. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboot...
Nov 17, 2022•49 min•Season 17Ep. 7
This week Trigun leaves the dusty desert behind and goes to space! Also this week: Andrew digs the new Gundam, Love Lum or not she's invading, and more! Next week we will be watching Trigun Episodes 19-22 currently streaming in the US on Funimation, Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Amazon. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up and check out our new schedule at awam.pizza...
Nov 11, 2022•44 min•Season 17Ep. 6
Two things Trigun has that other shows don't- A decent recap episode and a horn freak. Find out more in this episode of AWAM. Also this week: More Mob, Urusei Yatsura is horny, and Andrew gets a very expensive USB. Next week we will be watching Trigun Episodes 16-18 currently streaming in the US on Funimation, Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Amazon. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod ...
Nov 03, 2022•39 min•Season 17Ep. 5
We talk Westerns while Wolfwood carries his cross across the desert. Also this week: Hunter x Hunter, Yakuza Like a Dragon, and Chainsaw Man. Next week we will be watching Trigun Episodes 13-15 currently streaming in the US on Funimation, Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Amazon. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up and check out our new schedule at awam.pizza...
Oct 28, 2022•37 min•Season 17Ep. 4
The Bad Lads are what you get when you mix Mad Max and rave lighting, and they're ready to pull the worlds flashiest heist on this week's episode of AWAM. Also this week: Kotaro lives Alone, Crunchyroll messes with Mob, and should you stop streaming anime? Next week we will be watching Trigun Episodes 10-12 currently streaming in the US on Funimation, Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Amazon. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podc...
Oct 20, 2022•45 min•Season 17Ep. 3
It's all about LOVE and PEACE as we continue watching Trigun's take on post-apocalyptic pacifism. Also this week Steam Deck, Hunter x Hunter is really back, and Trigger acquires rights to Gainax shows. Next week we will be watching Trigun Episodes 7-9 currently streaming in the US on Funimation, Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Amazon. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up and ch...
Oct 13, 2022•46 min•Season 17Ep. 2
Get ready for another dose of Nineties Nostalgia as we dust off Trigun and see if it really deserves to be called a classic. Also this week: Spy X Family and JoJo's Stone Ocean. Next week we will be watching Trigun Episodes 4-6 currently streaming in the US on Funimation, Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Amazon. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up and check out our new schedule...
Oct 06, 2022•36 min
We're on the edge of our seats waiting to see if everything will finally make sense with the finale of Paranoia Agent or if we're just going to have our minds broken forever. Also this week: Delicious in Dungeon is a D&D cooking drama, and Discovery is up to some wankery. In two weeks we will be watching Trigun Episodes 1-3 currently streaming in the US on Funimation, Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Amazon. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrews...
Sep 15, 2022•57 min
Is the best episode of Paranoia Agent a standalone story, and what does that say about Satoshi Kon's work in film vs tv? Also this week: Andrew does some retro gaming, Kaiju No. 8, and we debate if Transformers is anime. Next week we will be watching Paranoia Agent Episodes 10-13 currently streaming in the US on Funimation and Amazon. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch ...
Sep 08, 2022•39 min
Paranoia Agent gets even bleaker as it explores how someone justifies monstrous actions. There's also a fantastical trip into a magical world! Also this week: Char's Counterattack, D. Gray-Man, and watching anime in a theater. Content Warning: Next week we will be watching Paranoia Agent Episodes 7-9 currently streaming in the US on Funimation and Amazon. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitte...
Sep 01, 2022•51 min
Satoshi Kon's career was illustrious if tragically short, and we set out to see if Paranoia Agent is yet another masterpiece from this genius director. Also this week: Apparently Chainsaw Man isn't lighthearted fun, Andrew takes One Punch too many, and we question if reviewers even watched the show. Next week we will be watching Paranoia Agent Episodes 4-6 currently streaming in the US on Funimation and Amazon. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and...
Aug 19, 2022•51 min
It's the season finale of Mob Psycho, and we already know that nobody can beat Mob in a fight! But maybe there's more to winning than just having the most power. Also this week: Andrew has a War in his Pocket and Gundam discussion, and Trigun Stampede is a thing. Next week we will be watching Paranoia Agent Episodes 1-3 currently streaming in the US on Funimation and Amazon. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on ...
Jul 28, 2022•51 min
[Editors Note: Sorry about the late upload on this episode! We ran into some issues with how we automate our publishing and did not notice! Things should be all sorted now] Conman or good guy? We uncover the real Reigen Arataka in today's episode. Also this week: Tim plays a fresh new RPG from 2002 and how to deal with your aging spine. Next week we will be watching Mob Psycho S2 Episodes 10-13 currently streaming in the US on Crunchyroll. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on...
Jul 22, 2022•41 min
Does watching Mob Psycho Make you a better person? We think it might. Also this week: Oda gets a break and we think that's great! Next week we will be watching Mob Psycho S2 Episodes 7-9 currently streaming in the US on Crunchyroll. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up and check out our new schedule at awam.pizza
Jul 07, 2022•40 min
Everybody's favorite boy is back for another season, and we can't help gushing about how much we love Mob! Also this week: Tim Suplexs a train, more bathtime for Andrew, and Hunter x Hunter is coming back! Next week we will be watching Mob Psycho S2 Episodes 4-6 currently streaming in the US on Crunchyroll. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up and check out our new sch...
Jun 30, 2022•42 min
Can Diebuster stand on its own, or did they make a fatal error as soon as it diverged from Gunbuster? It's the finale and we get to find out! Also this week: Tim reads some One Piece and we debate if Hockey counts as Anime. We will be watching Mob Psycho 100 Season 2 currently streaming in the US on Crunchyroll when we return on June 30th. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod C...
Jun 09, 2022•53 min
We go Topless while covering this sequel that feels completely different. Also this week: Spy X Family is adorable, and Tim goes to an arcade. Next week we will be watching Gunbuster 2 (Diebuster) 4-6 currently streaming in the US on Crunchyroll. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up and check out our new schedule at awam.pizza
Jun 03, 2022•37 min
Is it mecha, super robot, or an emotionally devastating examination of how time takes everything in the end? It's Gunbuster is what it is! Also this week: Tim experiences Everything Everywhere All at Once, Andrew has some more fun in a Roman bath. Next week we will be watching Gunbuster 2 (Diebuster) 1-3 currently streaming in the US on Crunchyroll. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @...
May 26, 2022•55 min
See you space cowboy, it's the finale of Cowboy Bebop! Also this week: Andrew gets into John Woo, Tim returns to Zombieland (Saga). Next week we will be watching Gunbuster currently streaming in the US on Hidive. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up and check out our new schedule at awam.pizza
May 19, 2022•49 min
A real classic takes flight, a clown goes mad, and feng shui leads to a disappointing end in this episode of AWAM. Also this week: We're back from Covid, Demon Slayer is good/meh, Andrew loves a Roman bath. Next week we will be watching Cowboy Bebop episodes 22-26 currently streaming in the US on Hulu, Funimation, Netflix, and Tubi. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up...
May 12, 2022•32 min
What's better VHS, Betamax, or streaming anime to any device? The answer might shock you! Also this week: Ingenuity of the House Husband and Onyx Equinox. Next week we will be watching Cowboy Bebop episodes 19-21 currently streaming in the US on Hulu, Funimation, Netflix, and Tubi. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up and check out our new schedule at awam.pizza...
May 05, 2022•44 min
We ride a sax solo to the other side and talk about the only song we didn't care for yet. Also this week: Komi Can't Communicate, AMAIM's, and more anime themed crypto scams! Next week we will be watching Cowboy Bebop episodes 16-18 currently streaming in the US on Hulu, Funimation, Tubi, and Netflix. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up and check out our new schedule ...
Nov 05, 2021•37 min
[Editors Note: We had some really bad desync issues on this episode. It was basically synchronized chunk by chunk. So apologies for when the timing seems off. We did the best we can and it should be back to normal next episode!] Cowboy Bebop knows where true horror lies, and *spoilers* it's the back of your fridge. Also this week: Mike Flannigan's horror is more than a tasty snack, and Andrew finally has some new giant robot shows to watch. Next week we will be watching Cowboy Bebop episodes 13-...
Nov 02, 2021•53 min
What's an Edward? Was the live action trailer a deadly misstep? We have those answers and more! Also this week: NFT of the North Star, Attack on Titan, and the golden age of trucking. Next week we will be watching Cowboy Bebop episodes 10-12 currently streaming in the US on Hulu, Funimation, and Tubi. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up and check out our new schedule ...
Oct 21, 2021•53 min
Put on your Seatbelts because we're really grooving with Yoko Kanno this week, as we really start digging into the sound track. Also this week: Time Bandits, a half remembered Terry Gilliam short, and Metroid Dread. Next week we will be watching Cowboy Bebop episodes 7-9 currently streaming in the US on Hulu, Funimation, and Tubi. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up a...
Oct 14, 2021•52 min
It's a western, it's noir, it's sci-fi. Whatever it is, it's all Bebop! We finally cover the all time classic Cowboy Bebop. Also this week, Nick Cage in a wax museum. Next week we will be watching Cowboy Bebop episodes 4-6 currently streaming in the US on Hulu, Funimation, and Tubi. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up and check out our new schedule at awam.pizza...
Oct 09, 2021•43 min
Jojo! Dio! We talk the foundations of Jojo's ahead of the December release of Stone Ocean. There was much more to love here than either of us remembered, and some sexy sexy buff boys. Jojo's Bizzare Adventure Season 1 is currently streaming in the US on Crunchyroll. Let us know if we mess anything up or share some love on twitter @gimmethoseboots and @andrewsisson Follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @awam_pod Catch up and check out our new schedule at awam.pizza...
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