The Gundam marathoning continues as the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast tackle the Zeta Gundam movie trilogy A New Translation. Does it offer enough to stand out from the original series? Listen and find out! As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam A New Translation Blu-ray was provided to us for review by Right Stuf and Sunrise. The opening music for this episode is the opening for A New Translation called “Metamorphoze” by Gackt. The closing for this episode is th...
Aug 10, 2017•14 min
The Summer Anime Season is well under way, and it’s time for the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast to finally weigh in on their thoughts for what’s working and what’s not. Listen in and see if you agree or have missed a series that you may want to pick up! Anime Featured in this Episode: 18if, Aho Girl, Welcome to the Ballroom, A Centaur’s Life, Lights of the Clione, Dive, Gamers, My First Girlfriend is a Gal, Hina Logic From Luck and Logic, Restaurant to Another World, In Another World With M...
Aug 06, 2017•2 hr 32 min
Deep theories on Re:Creators being manifest from our world, and the idea of a real wife being like a waifu are hard hitting topics in this episode of the Otaku Spirit Animecast. Put your debating cap on and listen in to discover the truth! Topics this episode: More Konosuba, Beach Volleyball Anime, Seven Deadly Sins, New Ghibli Catalog Release, MimiMemeMimi Disbands, Girls und Panzer, Final Fairy Tail, Disastrous Life of Saiki K 2nd Season, Love Chuunibyo Movie, Kud Wafter Crowdfunding, Masaaki ...
Jul 30, 2017•1 hr 46 min
After visiting the original Mobile Suit Gundam and its recompilation movie, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast visit the newest retelling and prequel story in Mobile Suit Gundam The Origin. Listen in and get their opinions on the telling of Char and Sayla’s backstory and if it adds new life to the series. As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Mobile Suit Gundam The Origin: Chronicle of Char and Sayla Blu-ray was provided to us for review by Right Stuf and Sunrise. The music for this epi...
Jul 27, 2017•26 min
Sunrise is known recently for using CGI in the Gundam series here and there, but MS Igloo is an odd case of full CGI that the Otaku Spirit Animecast hosts were a bit shocked to discover. Join them as they dive into this series and give their take on its pros and cons. As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Mobile Suit Gundam MS Igloo Blu-ray was provided to us for review by Right Stuf and Sunrise. The opening for this episode is the OP for IGLOO The Hidden One Year War called “Sora no Tamoto”...
Jul 20, 2017•19 min
Finalizing the Spring 2017 Anime Season, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast are back for the remaining batch of shows for review. Tackling pretty much every genre including some fantasy, slice of life, romance, sci-fi, and creepy shoujo boys. Anime Reviewed in this Episode: KADO The Right Answer, Alice and Zoroku, Tsugumomo, Granblue Fantasy The Animation, Tsukigakirei, Danmachi Sword Oratoria, and Room Mate. Note: Following the spoiler free reviews for these shows, and following the closin...
Jul 09, 2017•1 hr 45 min
Jumping into the gap between the original Mobile Suit Gundam and Zeta Gundam, Afterglow gives us an interesting picture of the universe within the franchise leading up to the new powers that plague Kamille. Join the hosts of the Animecast as they give their thoughts on Gundam 0083! As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Mobile Suit Gundam 0083 Blu-ray was provided to us for review by Right Stuf and Sunrise. The opening for this episode is the OP for Mobile Suit Gundam 0083 called “The Winner”...
Jun 29, 2017•17 min
While not a huge fan of the yaoi genre, Junjo Romantic finds its way to the Otaku Spirit Animecast in the form of an unexpected review. Join the hosts as one attempts to unpack such an interesting title with ups and downs. As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Junjo Romantica Season 1 Blu-ray was provided to us for review by Nozomi Entertainment and Lucky Penny. The opening for this episode is the opening for Junjo Romantica called “Kimi = Hana” by pigstar. The closing for this episode is th...
Jun 22, 2017•13 min
With the Summer 2017 Anime Season just a few weeks away, it’s time to get the rundown on what exactly is due to hit our eyeballs. Get your writing tools of choice ready and listen in to find out just what you may be interested in checking out! Anime Discussed In This Preview: Katsugeki Touken Ranbu, Fate/Apocrypha, The Reflection, Gamers!, Knight’s and Magic, Hajimete no Gal, Welcome to the Ballroom (Ballroom e Youkoso), Dive!!, Battle Girl High School: Battle Girl Project, Love and Lies (Koi to...
Jun 11, 2017•2 hr 7 min
While news is sparse, that doesn’t keep the hosts of the Animecast from sparking some fun and interesting discussion. The return of anime creator legends and anime releases, potential big changes in the anime creation sphere, and some fun community questions are focus of this discussional podcast episode. Topics this episode: Kuromukuro Blu-ray, Fruits Basket Blu-ray, Mamoru Hosoda’s next film, Hayao Miyazaki hires, Love Chuunibyo new movie, New Right Stuf Blu-rays, Fate Grand Order Campaign, Vi...
May 28, 2017•1 hr 34 min
Following the initial television broadcasting of the Mobile Suit Gundam series, Tomino recompiled his story into a three movie trilogy with some interesting changes. As the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast revisit this universe, they point out the pros and cons to the movie over the TV series. As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Mobile Suit Gundam Movie Trilogy Blu-ray was provided to us for review by Right Stuf and Sunrise. The opening for this episode is the ending theme for Mobile Su...
May 25, 2017•18 min
In a world ravaged and dying due to endless wars, how can one ever find happiness or dreams? As Kanata joins the 1121st Platoon in Clocktower Fortress, she soon finds herself facing the hardships of war, but bringing her own innocent light into the mix. Join the hosts of the Animecast as they review and give their opinions on this much awaited Blu-ray release! As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Sound of the Sky Blu-ray was provided to us for review by Nozomi Entertainment and Lucky Penny ...
May 18, 2017•43 min
It’s time for the final lineup of Winter 2017 Anime Season Titles to review by the Otaku Spirit Animecast. While some didn’t strike a cord, others are gems that could possibly hit top 10 lists for the years to come! Anime Reviewed in this Episode: Onihei, Trickster, Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid, High School Girls Cycling Club, Urara Meirochou, Hand Shakers, Nyanko Days, and Mobile Suit Gundam Iron-Blooded Orphans 2. Note: Following the spoiler free reviews for these shows, and following the clos...
Apr 16, 2017•1 hr 57 min
The Winter 2017 Anime Season is seeing its conclusion, and with that conclusion the Hosts of the Animecast are here to give their final thoughts. What became hits, and which became duds. Listen in and find out in this first of three review podcasts for the season! Anime Reviewed in this Episode: March Comes In Like A Lion, Konosuba 2, Masamune-kun’s Revenge, Interview With Monster Girls, Akiba’s Trip The Animation, Fuuka, Gabriel DropOut, One Room, and Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju 2. Note: Follow...
Apr 02, 2017•2 hr 27 min
Join the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast as they take a bit of a time leap back to the era of Martian Successor Nadesico. Taking a look at a newly released Blu-ray of a 90s classic that holds a special place in many’s anime history heart. As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Martian Successor Nadesico on Blu-ray was provided to us for review by Nozomi Entertainment and Right Stuf. The intro for this episode is the OP for Martian Successor Nadesico called “You Get to Burning” by Yumi Mat...
Mar 30, 2017•18 min
The hosts of the Animecast meet one last time before the seasonal shift for a fun discussional podcast to cover Anime news and great questions from the community. Centaurs in Bikini Bottoms, Funny Mobile Suit Pilots, Jaijus, Renge the Claymore, Anthropomorphized Desks, and more! Topics this episode: PV News, P.A. Works Adapts Uma Musume, Fate/Kaleid Movie, NisiOsin’s Novel gets Adapted, Kancolle Home Video, Kino’s Journey Adaptation, Rightstuf new Blu-ray Releases, A Silent Voices BR News, Crunc...
Mar 26, 2017•2 hr 10 min
The Spring 2017 Anime Season is on the horizon, and with its impending arrival, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast are here to give the lowdown on what’s in store for viewers! Get your notepad of choice ready, and listen in! Anime Discussed In This Preview: Clockwork Planet, Akashic Records of Bastard Magic Instructor, Sin Nanatsu no Taizai, eromanga sensei, Zero Kara Hajimeru Mahou no Sho, Renai Boukun, Armed Girl’s Machiavellism, Seikaisuru Kado, Fukumenkei Noise, Re:Creators, Sakurada Re...
Mar 19, 2017•1 hr 50 min
Winter 2017 anime season is coming to a close, so there’s quite a bit to discuss when it comes to spoilers for each show. In this Animecast, the hosts sit down for a casual discussion of the entire season, holding nothing spoiler back! Warning: This podcast episode is fair game for all spoilers. If you have not watched a series listed in the time stamps below, please avoid listening during those time frames. 1:29 – 2:54 Pre Show 2:54 – 8:48 ACCA 13 8:48 – 10:32 Akiba’s Trip 10:32 – 11:49 BanG Dr...
Mar 05, 2017•1 hr 52 min
A certain host of the Otaku Spirit Animecast has been holding back his frustration over a particular element in anime romance, and it’s time for him to finally let loose. Listen in to find out what’s the problem with the whole Top and Bottom system in romance. How it does and doesn’t deliver. Topics this episode: Common terms and what they mean, the top/bottom hierarchy, writing tools, goods and bads in its use, issues with opposite gender writing, fantasies versus realistic interpretation, the ...
Feb 26, 2017•1 hr 30 min
After going into full detail on what fanservice is and why it’s exists in anime, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast return to the subject following some interesting developments in the recent seasons. Topics this episode: Cartoons Vs Anime, Is Fanservice Distracting from Content, Male Gaze, Information and Fluff, Fanservice Vs Manservice, Hypocrisy in Coverage, Objectification, Misperception Of Sexual Triggers, and more! The opening song for this episode is the OP for Strike The Blood calle...
Feb 12, 2017•1 hr 54 min
The Galaxy Angel franchise had quite a following of dedicated fans back in the break of the 2000s. As Nozomi Entertainment brings this title back in the form of Blu-ray, does its humor and colorful cast still hold up to today’s standards? Listen and find out! As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Galaxy Angel on Blu-ray was provided to us for review by Nozomi Entertainment and Right Stuf. The intro for this episode is the OP for Galaxy Angel called “Galaxy Bang! Bang!” by Angel-tai. The outr...
Feb 08, 2017•12 min
As the Winter 2017 Anime Season builds momentum, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast share their thoughts on how each one is panning out. Which looks promising, and which ones… not so much. Listen and find out! Anime Featured in this Episode: ACCA 13, Akiba’s Trip The Animation, BanG Dream, Interview With Monster Girls, Fuuka, Gabriel DropOut, Hand Shakers, Idol Incidents, Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid, Konosuba 2, Scum’s Wish, Masamune-kun’s Revenge, Minami Kamakura High School Girls Cycling...
Feb 05, 2017•2 hr 21 min
In the UC 0123, a war breaks out within a colony. The desires of a family leads to massive bloodshed and the civilians in the middle are forced to flee or fight back. A story with potential, however marred by an unfortunate production choice. Does it hold up despite? Listen and find out! As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Mobile Suit Gundam F91 was provided to us for review by Nozomi Entertainment and Rightstuf. The intro and outro music for this episode is from Mobile Suit Gundam F91 cal...
Jan 26, 2017•24 min
The world of Gundam continues to expand as the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast dive into Side 6 to follow the story of Al and Bernie. An unexpected pair in the midst of the battle between Zeon and the Federation. What does this perspective offer it’s viewer? Listen and find out! As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Mobile Suit Gundam 0080 War In The Pocket was provided to us for review by Nozomi Entertainment and Rightstuf. The intro song for this episode is the OP for Mobile Suit Gunda...
Jan 12, 2017•20 min
Rounding out the Otaku Spirit Animecast host’s picks for the best of 2016, they dive into some fun spoiler discussion about the greatest moments in anime for 2016. While many moments were discussed throughout the year in pocket spoilercasts, there’s still plenty of housekeeping to be done! Warning! In this podcast, best moments throughout series in the 2016 calendar are being discussed. Thus, all spoilers are fair game! If you are afraid of spoilers, you may wish to skip this episode. Alternativ...
Jan 11, 2017•1 hr 42 min
The host of the Otaku Spirit Animecast return for yet another Best Anime of 2016 Deliberations podcast. Join them as they run through the year and pick their best seasonal, genre winners, characters, best of the best, and more. This is a raw and nearly uncut recording of their deliberations. Deliberations covered in this episode: Best Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Drama, Sci-Fi/Mecha, Horror/Psychological, Comedy, Harem, Ecchi, Slice of Life, Romance, Sports, Military, Mystery/Supernatural, Magica...
Jan 06, 2017•53 min
The reviews for the Fall 2016 Anime Season keep rolling in as the hosts tackle another batch of series. From Buttacks on Titans, gorgeous school band drama, unconventional magical girls, artistic adventures, and more! Anime Reviewed in this Episode: Losterage Incited WIXOSS, FLIP FLAPPERS, Bungo Stray Dogs 2, Keijo!!!!!!!!, Sound Euphonium 2, Matoi The Sacred Slayer, Hagane Orchestra, and Mahou Shoujo Nante Moiidesukara 2. The intro music for this episode is the OP for Bungo Stray Dogs 2 called ...
Jan 01, 2017•1 hr 11 min
Space Elevators, Planet U-Hauls, and pet fishes take center stage in the latest Gundam series to hit the Otaku Spirit Animecast hosts’ board for review. Listen in as they debate the ups and downs of one of the most controversial Gundam series out! As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Gundam Reconguista in G was provided to us for review by Nozomi Entertainment and Rightstuf. The intro song for this episode is the OP1 for Gundam Reconguista in G called “Blazing” by GARNiDELiA which can be fo...
Dec 29, 2016•48 min
Moving on from the Monogatari Second Season, the Otaku Spirit Animecast hosts dive into the story of Kanbaru in Hanamonogatari. Taking a place a bit further in the timeline, this series aims its focus on mostly one cast member that has had little screen time. But does her story hold enough to warrant this series? Note: Due to being so far into the series, this review will be a full spoiler review of the story and its contents. If you have not watched Hanamonogatari you should avoid this episode....
Dec 15, 2016•25 min
When it comes to heartbreaking and often heartwarming stories of man with spirit, look no further than the Natsume’s Book of Friends series. In this Animecast, the long awaited review of Seasons 1 through 4! The intro song for this episode is the OP for Natsume’s Book of Friends Season 3 called “Boku ni Dekiru Koto” by HOW MERRY MARRY. The outro song for this episode is the ED for Natsume’s Book of Friends Season 4 called “Treasure” by Marina Kawano.
Dec 08, 2016•27 min
