Following up the review of Please Teacher, the Otaku Spirit Animecast takes another dive into the past with the sequel series Please Twins. Listen in and find out if this sequel manages to outshine its predecessor! As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Please Twins Blu-ray was provided to us for review by Nozomi Entertainment and Lucky Penny. The opening for this episode is the OP for Please Twins called “Second Flight” by KOTOKO and Sato Hiromi. The closing for this episode is the ED for Pl...
May 08, 2019•19 min
The Winter 2019 Anime Season is wrapping up and the hosts are plugged in to give their take on what succeeded and what failed. Listen in and get their opinions on the season. Anime Reviewed in this Episode: Mob Psycho 100 II, Kaguya-sama Love Is War, Magical Girl Spec-Ops Asuka, Endro!, Bermuda Triangle Colorful Pastorale, Wataten An Angel Flew Down To Me, Grimms Notes The Animation, and That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime. The opening song for this episode is the OP for Magical Girl Spec-Op...
Apr 07, 2019•1 hr 37 min
The Winter 2019 Anime Season is wrapping up and the hosts are plugged in to give their take on what succeeded and what failed. Listen in and get their opinions on the season. Anime Reviewed in this Episode: The Price of Smiles, The Promised Neverland, Domestic Girlfriend, Kemurikusa, Boogiepop and Others, Mysteria Friends, How Clumsy You Are Miss Ueno, and Run With The Wind. The opening song for this episode is the OP for The Promised Neverland called “Touch Off” by UVERworld. The closing song f...
Mar 31, 2019•1 hr 41 min
Returning to the early two thousands, the hosts throw on their nostalgia glasses for the teacher romance title Please Teacher. Now on Blu-ray! As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Please Teacher Blu-ray were provided to us for review by Nozomi Entertainment and Lucky Penny. The opening for this episode is the OP for Please Teacher called “Shooting Star” by Kotoko. The closing for this episode is the ED for Please Teacher called “Sora no Mori De” by Mami Kawada.
Mar 30, 2019•17 min
The hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast are here once again to tackle the upcoming anime for Spring 2019! Listen in with pens ready to get a slew of new titles to get excited about! Anime Discussed In This Preview: Blade of Demon, Philosopher’s Grandson, Fruits Basket, We Never Learn, Carole and Tuesday, Beyond of Being Alone, Meddlesome Kitsune Senko-san, Fairy Gone, Sarazanmai, Annihilated City, A Girl Who Chants Love, Stop This Sound, Magmel of the Sea Blue, Midnight Occult Civil Servants, Ro...
Mar 24, 2019•1 hr 54 min
Continuing on down the trail of the Mobile Suit Gundam franchise, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast tackle one of the most divisive titles in the series. The Gundam that jumped the shark from the beginning. As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Mobile Fighter G Gundam Part 1 and Part 2 Blu-rays were provided to us for review by Right Stuf and Sunrise. The opening for this episode is the OP1 for Mobile Fighter G Gundam called “Trust You Forever” by Yoshifumi Ushima. The closing for this...
Mar 13, 2019•28 min
The hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast take on another slew of headlines straight out of the anime realm. Get the scoop, and of course, the important opinions. Topics this episode: Banpresto, Good Smile Company, If It’s For My Daughter, Haikyu, Vita, Piracy, Kizumonogatari, Osamu Masuyama New Project, Princess Connect Anime, Kakegurui Novel, Last Idea Game, Gundam Origin TV, Nippon Ichi Game, Reggie Fils-Aime, Carole and Tuesday, Kaguya-sama Love Is War Live Action, Crunchyroll Loses Funi Title...
Feb 24, 2019•1 hr 50 min
A lot has happened in the anime sphere, and it has been some time since the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast have sat down for a deep dive on how they see the industry as a whole. Topics this episode: Biggest Changes, MyAnimeList Ownership, Sony’s Involvement with Funimation, Crunchyroll’s Relationship Changes, Netflix’s Evolution, FuniRoll Breakup, Amazon’s Dwindling, Twin Engine’s Rise, Drama in 2018, Controversial Topics in Storytelling, Anime Bubble, Improvements in Distribution, Social M...
Feb 17, 2019•2 hr 11 min
It’s been nearly 2 months since the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast had a moment to sit down and look over the news. Join them as they dive into the recent happenings around anime and their thoughts on the bigger news bits. Topics this episode: Cells At Work, Nekopara, Opantsu, Yuko Ono, Kinoko Nasu, Clannad Switch, Takagi-san, Final Fantasy, School-Live, Flat Studio, In Spectre, MAL, Dropkick on my Devil, Fairy Gone, Moe Chronicles, Toonami, A Silent Voice Blu-ray, Aniplex, Gonna Be The Twi...
Feb 10, 2019•1 hr 58 min
With the conclusion of the Fall 2018 Anime Season, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast are firing up the mics to give their take on what made waves, or what ended up dried up in the end. Anime Reviewed in this Episode: Merc Storia, Zombieland Saga, Golden Kamuy 2, Space Battleship Tiramisu Zwei, Goblin Slayer, Fist of the Blue Sky: Regenesis 2, Thunderbolt Fantasy: The Sword of Life and Death, and Thunderbolt Fantasy 2. The opening song for this episode is the OP for Golden Kamuy 2 called “R...
Jan 13, 2019•1 hr 34 min
The 2018 Anime Year has come to a close and it’s time for the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast to tackle the age old question of which is best. Join them in this 4 part series as they run through each genre, best of topics, seasonal picks, and finally the best of the year! Please note: Deliberation episodes are intended to be nearly unfiltered and lightly edited. These were recorded over hours of deliberations and, while a bit of dead air was removed, it may have points of silence. This isn’t...
Jan 02, 2019•1 hr 22 min
The 2018 Anime Year has come to a close and it’s time for the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast to tackle the age old question of which is best. Join them in this 4 part series as they run through each genre, best of topics, seasonal picks, and finally the best of the year! Please note: Deliberation episodes are intended to be nearly unfiltered and lightly edited. These were recorded over hours of deliberations and, while a bit of dead air was removed, it may have points of silence. This isn’t...
Jan 01, 2019•1 hr 32 min
While the Fall 2018 Anime Season comes to an end, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast are already looking forward to the future. Listen in and get a full breakdown on what to expect in Winter 2019. Anime Discussed In This Preview: The Rising of the Shield Hero, The Promised Neverland, Boogiepop Never Laughs, Kaguya-sama Love Is War, Dororo, The Quintessential Quintuplets, Revisions, Domestic Girlfriend, Magical Girl Spec-Ops Asuka, Endro, Girly Air Force, How Clumsy Your Are Miss Ueno, An An...
Dec 16, 2018•1 hr 35 min
Streaming partnerships are popping up left and right following the fallout of the Crunchyroll and Funimation deal. With this news and more on the doc, the hosts are here to break it down and give their perspective on the happenings. Topics this episode: Troyca Fate Anime, Kill La Kill Game, Evangelion on Netflix, Cowboy Bebop Live Action, 7SEEDS anime, A Silent Voice Theater Again, Tumblr bans, Strike Witches anime, New Rumiko Manga, Funimation and Hulu, To Love Ru Dub, Kurayukaba crowdfunding, ...
Dec 09, 2018•1 hr 56 min
Expanding the world of Attack on Titan further, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast take a dive into the Light Novel side story of the Harsh Mistress of the City. An interesting take on the events following the initial downfall of the walls. This is a spoiler free review of Attack on Titan: The Harsh Mistress of the City novel that was listened to in its Audible format. Be sure to check our review of the anime adaptation of the manga series! The opening for this episode is the OP for Attack ...
Nov 13, 2018•16 min
Falling off the end of the Summer 2018 Anime Season, the Otaku Spirit Animecast is here to give the complete review of Angels of Death as it concluded its 4 episode ONA. Is there any sanity to be had here? This is a spoiler free review of Angels of Death (Satsuriku no Tenshi) from the Summer 2018 Anime Season and its 4 episode ONA sequel. The opening for this episode is the ED for Angels of Death called “Pray” by Haruka Chisuga. The closing for this episode is the OP for Angels of Death called “...
Nov 09, 2018•21 min
Jumping into the second season of Tales of Zestiria the X, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast give their perspective on if the second season improves on the series, or takes a step back. This is a spoiler free review of Tales of Zestiria the X 2nd Season. Be sure to check our review of the first season if you have not already!. This was recorded back in May of 2017. Apologies for the delay. The opening for this episode is the OP for Tales of Zestiria the X 2nd Season called “illuminate” by ...
Nov 05, 2018•15 min
With the recent breakup of two leading anime streaming companies, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast are here to dive into the biggest news and give their opinions on them. Topics this episode: Violet Evergarden Extra, Seven Deadly Sins 2, Hi Score Girl OVA, Sentai Filmworks January Releases, Ikki Tousen, Nande Koko Ni Sensei Ga Anime, Eromanga Sensei OVA, Studio Gokumi Original, In This Corner of the World Extended Version, Certain Scientific Railgun 3, Certain Scientific Accelerator Anime...
Oct 21, 2018•1 hr 59 min
Making its big comeback, the Otaku Spirit Animecast takes yet another dive into the crazy happenings of the Angel Brigade in their adventures to collect Lost Technology… or not. Listen in to find out if this title improves on its formula, or takes a step back. As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Galaxy Angel Z Blu-ray was provided to us for review by Right Stuf and Nozomi Entertainment. The opening for this episode is the OP for Galaxy Angel Z called “Yumemitai ANGEL-tai” by Angel-tai. The...
Oct 18, 2018•14 min
It’s time to put up the swimsuits and beach episodes as the summer anime season comes to a close. Join the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast as they take a look forward to the coming Fall 2018 season and give their take on the offering. Anime Discussed In This Preview: Goblin Slayer, That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime, Bloom Into You, SSSS GRIDMAN, So Many Colors In The Future, Bunny Girl Senpai, Boarding School Juliet, The One I Love Is My Little Sister, Radiant, Ulysses Jeanne d’Arc, Ts...
Sep 16, 2018•2 hr 32 min
The hosts of the Otaku Spirit animecast are here with a light list of news topics this week. However, the topics included are some heavy topics to hit. Join in and get their take on the news, as well as some fun community questions! Topics this episode: Fafner The Beyond, Kakegurui 2nd Season, Slayers Novel, Studio Drop, Toei Animation, Magia Record Anime, Ellation Studio and High Guardian Spice, Netflix new releases, Night Raid 1931, FLCL Progressive, Frontwing new Kickstarter, Conception TV, N...
Aug 29, 2018•1 hr 56 min
After a short break from the Gundam series marathon, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast are back with one of the highest rated Gundam series, Mobile Suit Gundam 00. Join them as they give their take on the two season series, and how it fits in their rankings. As mentioned in the podcast, this copy of Mobile Suit Gundam 00, Mobile Suit Gundam 00: Second Season, and Mobile Suit Gundam 00: Special Edition was provided to us for review by Right Stuf and Sunrise. Please stay tuned for our review...
Aug 29, 2018•35 min
After a month and a half, the hosts of the Animecast have quite some catching up to do in the news. Get your coffee ready and prepare yourself for the rundown! witchhunderrobbingfeatTopics this episode: B the Beginning, Angels of Death Switch, Opantsu, Studio Trigger Patreon, Uma Musume, Real Girl, Beatless, Re:Zero OVA, ATandT and Otter Media, Tsuredure Children, Shikioriori, Morose Mononokean, Gundam Live Action, Netflix announcements, Liz and the Blue Bird, Violet Evergarden, Zoku Owarimonoga...
Jul 22, 2018•1 hr 50 min
Returning for the second part of their Spring 2018 Anime Season Reviews, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast give their take on 10 more titles ranging from horror, sports, action, romance, to moe! Anime Reviewed in this Episode: Tada Never Falls In Love, Devils’ Line, Megalo Box, Golden Kamuy, Last Period, Yotsuiro Biyori, Wotakoi Love Is Hard For An Otaku, Crossing Time, You Don’t Know Gunma, and Love To Lie Angle. The opening song for this episode is the OP for Golden Kamuy called “Winding...
Jul 08, 2018•1 hr 26 min
With the upcoming Summer season, the hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast tackle the wrapping up shows of the Spring Season. Laughs, tears, and nostalgia glasses are all on the plate! Anime Reviewed in this Episode: Hinamatsuri, Lostorage Conflated WIXOSS, Comic Girls, Umamusume: Pretty Derby, Real Girl, Magical Girl Site, Record of Grancrest War, and Cardcaptor Sakura Clear Card Arc. The opening song for this episode is the OP for Hinamatsuri called “Distance” by Rie Murakawa. The closing song f...
Jun 24, 2018•1 hr 36 min
Have you ever listened to someone talk about a show and you suddenly think to yourself “Are they even watching the same show as I am?!” Join the hosts of the Animecast as they analyze analysts and where some of it all falls apart. Topics this episode: Analysis, criticism, critical theory, symbology, projection, bias, and all of their effects on anime. The intro music for this episode is the OP for Re:Zero called “Redo” by Konomi Suzuki. The outro music for this episode is the ED for Yuri on Ice ...
Jun 03, 2018•1 hr 34 min
Blu-ray versus Digital Download, Streaming versus Purchasing, and even Artbooks versus PDFs? As the age of digital takes over more of our lives, when will we see the end of the physical goods distribution? Join the hosts of the Animecast as they tackle this topic and give their ideal future. Topics this episode: Home Video Distribution, Digital Versus Physical, Pros and Cons, Licensing, Desire of Ownership, Merchandise, Digital Anime Goods, Cryptocurrency, Death of Physical Ownership, and more. ...
May 20, 2018•1 hr 53 min
Even though the amount of news is on the lighter end, the impact of each is still giving plenty for the hosts of the Animecast to discuss. Join them as they send out their best wishes to Yuichiro Umehara, and cheer on the recovery of Adachitoka. Topics this episode: Bang Dream, Amanchu Advance, Heaven’s Feel, Gunsmith Cats, UQ Holder, Masamune-kun’s Revenge, Goblin Slayer, Noragami Manga, Iya na Kao Sare Nagara Opantsu Misete, Shirobako Movie, Princess Principal Movie, Yoshikazu Yasuhiko, Yu Yu ...
May 13, 2018•1 hr 48 min
The hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast are here to give their take on the plethora of new (and returning) shows that are airing for the Spring 2018 Anime Season. With nearly 40 titles to cover, get ready to mark down more for your watch list! Anime Featured in this Episode: Real Girl, My Sweet Tyrant, Alice or Alice, Amanchu Advance, My Hero Academia 3, Caligula, Comic Girls, Cutie Honey Universe, Devils Line, Doreiku, Full Metal Panic Invisible Victory, Crossing Line, GeGeGe no Kitaro (2018), ...
May 06, 2018•3 hr 40 min
The hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast are here to cover the news of April, minus the April Fools Jokes. Sadly, they also take note of the loss we all have experienced in Isao Takahata and the wonderful stories he told us. Topics this episode: Isao Takahata Passes Away, Mitsuboshi Colors Creator’s New Anime, Fairy Tale Girls Conclusion, Aniplex and Live2D, Legend of the Galactic Heroes Limited Edition, Overlord Season 3, Violet Evergarden Continuation, Kazuki Akane and Studio 8bit Original, Goo...
Apr 22, 2018•1 hr 55 min
