Best Anime Club After Dark Podcasts (2025)

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How Hirohiko Araki Found His Voice | JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Part 4 1:36:09

4d ago1:36:09

1:36:09

Gureto daze!! Join us for the ultimate shounen small town murder mystery as we review the fourth part of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable! Join ACAD everywhere to keep up with all we do: YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@AnimeClubAfterDark Discord (18+ only) → https://discord.gg/animeclubafterdark Twitter → https://x.com/AnimeClubA…

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Madonna: Music as Sex and Sex as Power in the Reign of the Queen of Pop 46:24

1d ago46:24

46:24

Madonna always knew her life would be art. She rose through the late 70s New York scene reinventing pop iconography and feminism alike. But whether it was Toronto police threatening her for indecency, her short-fuse husband, Hollywood bros exploiting her charisma, or far worse, Madonna learned quick: the world doesn’t know what to do with a truly f…

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Bonus Episode - Great Girl Groups au Go Go 40:16

2d ago40:16

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This week in the After Party, Jake ponders the greatest girl groups of all time and wonders about our AI-driven future if AI doesn't even have the Go-Gos on its radar as one of the all time great girl groups. Next week, we're presenting our episode on Marilyn Manson, and Jake wants to know: Who was the most subversive artist of the 1990s? Tell Jake…

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The Go Go’s: Serial Killers, Drug Addiction, an Historic Album, and “the Rumor” 45:26

5d ago45:26

45:26

Serial killers, drug addiction, avoiding death, destruction, punk rock cliches and surviving an unmentionable “rumor” all while doing something no group of female musicians had ever done before. Which "girl group" is the greatest of all-time? Tell Jake at 617-906-6638, [email protected], or on socials @disgracelandpod. To see the full list …

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GG Allin: Live Fast, Die 37:57

8d ago37:57

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GG Allin, the notoriously transgressive punk rocker, pushed the limits further than anyone before or after. For GG, there were no limits. No laws. He lived and performed well outside the boundaries of the mainstream and saw himself as the leader of what he called "The Rock 'N Roll Underground," for whom he pledged he would one day make the ultimate…

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Bonus Episode – Upcoming Episodes, the Diddy Trial, and More Mount Rushmore 49:30

10d ago49:30

49:30

This week in the After Party, Jake takes a look at the upcoming slate of episodes in Disgraceland and hears from you on the Diddy trial, Phish, and more. Next week, we're presenting our episode on the Go-Gos, and Jake wants to know: Are the Go-Gos the greatest "girl group" of all time? If not, who is? Tell Jake at 617-906-6638, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠disgracelandpod…

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Jean-Michel Basquiat: New York City Squalor, Art-World Slumming, and the 27 Club 44:53

11d ago44:53

44:53

Jean-Michel Basquiat's graffiti in Lower Manhattan was mistaken for a CIA operation. He was the toast of the New York art world while sleeping on floors in squalid apartments. He sold his first painting to Blondie's Debbie Harry for $200. Less than a year later, his paintings were going for more than $20,000. And decades later, the debate over what…

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Thunderbolts* Is an Anime??? | Monthly Dump #24 1:26:32

12d ago1:26:32

1:26:32

It's that time of the month again! The crew gets together to talk about the stuff they've been watching over the last month! On the docket this time: Moonrise, Thunderbolts*, Kowloon Generic Romance, and much more! Join ACAD everywhere to keep up with all we do: YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@AnimeClubAfterDark Discord (18+ only) → https://disc…

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The Grateful Dead Pt. 2: The Ballad of Pigpen and Old, Weird America—an Origin Story 44:42

15d ago44:42

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Bootlegging whiskey, acid tests, grass, and songs about murder. The origins of the Grateful Dead are fascinating and not what most people think. Born out of the tradition of “old, weird America”; bluegrass, jug band music and deadly folk tales, the Grateful Dead, as young adults, were into some strange stuff and we are all better for it. The band w…

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Grateful Dead Pt. 1: Freedom's Just Another Word for… 48:11

15d ago48:11

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The Grateful Dead became one of the most influential bands of all time and propelled themselves with improvisation, LSD and an ethos of “freedom”. Through drug busts and CIA surveillance, they thrived and created one of the largest, most fervent and commercially consequential fan bases of all time. Freedom, LSD and improvised blues in the key of bu…

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Bonus Episode - Sign o' the Times: the Diddy Trial Begins 42:09

16d ago42:09

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This week in the After Party, Jake shares his thoughts on the start of the Diddy trial and (of course) takes your calls, emails, texts and DMs.. Next week, we're presenting our episode on legendary artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Jake wants to know: Which musician also excelled in a second art from or sport? Tell Jake at 617-906-6638, ⁠⁠⁠disgracel…

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Prince (Pt. 2): Bodyguards, Guns, Gangs, and a Revolution 43:35

19d ago43:35

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1984. Prince is at his commercial and creative peak. "Purple Rain" – the album, the soundtrack, and the film – is a sensation. But that's when the backlash sets in. That's when Prince's public persona sours, thanks in part to a tell-all story sold by a former bodyguard for a big drug-money payday. All the while, the world is sinking further into ch…

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Is THIS Anime's Coolest Film Noir? | Cowboy Bebop: The Movie Review 57:58

19d ago57:58

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We love a film that can kick our a**! Join us as we review the 2001 movie follow-up to Shinichiro Watanabe's magnum opus, Cowboy Bebop: The Movie (Knockin' on Heaven's Door)! Join ACAD everywhere to keep up with all we do: YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@AnimeClubAfterDark Discord (18+ only) → https://discord.gg/animeclubafterdark Twitter → http…

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Prince (Pt. 1): Dark Funk and Fentanyl 44:05

19d ago44:05

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Few pop artists achieved the dizzying creative and career highs that Prince did. An artist who famously stayed away from drugs and most anything that would cause him to lose control, Prince was aided in his legendary musical output by a small army of creative alter egos, who helped him maintain control and helped him reign supreme as one of the gre…

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Slick Rick: Hustle, Iconic Flow and a Menacing Tormentor 43:10

23d ago43:10

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Slick Rick has one of the most iconic voices in hip hip history. His style is completely his own, and his success owes as much to his delivery as it does to his hustle. Slick Rick worked hard to get to the top, and once he made it he was nearly cut down by drugs and violence - violence inflicted upon him by someone from his inner circle. Listen to …

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Bonus Episode: The Mount Rushmore of Guitarists 42:39

24d ago42:39

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This week in the After Party, Jake hears from you about the Mount Rushmore of Guitarists and opines on a recent performance from David Lee Roth. Next week, we're presenting part 2 of the Prince story, and Jake wants to know: Which artist best represented their times? Tell Jake at 617-906-6638, ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠, or on socials @disgracel…

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Van Halen Pt. 2: Pulling a Gun on Fred Durst, Racing Ferraris and Lambos, and Rock ‘n’ Roll’s Most Faithful Servant 43:21

25d ago43:21

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In 1985, David Lee Roth was out and Sammy Hagar was in. One of the biggest lead singer shakeups in music history led to some of the biggest sales of Van Halen's career. It also led to more drama, to Lamborghinis and Ferraris racing through the streets of Los Angeles, to military assault vehicles storming Beverly Hills, to crazed fans and loaded gun…

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There's No Laws Against the Pokémon... | ACAD Episode 230 ft. Vixxх Elur 1:19:10

26d ago1:19:10

1:19:10

Join us and special guest Vixxх as we continue asking the most important question with Gen 4 Pokémon: smash or pass? Check out Vixxх's streams here: https://www.twitch.tv/vixxx_elur Make your own Pokémon smash or pass here: https://pokesmash.xyz/ Join ACAD everywhere to keep up with all we do: YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@AnimeClubAfterDark D…

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Van Halen (Part 1): Bootleggers, U.S. Marshals, and Protecting Innovation at Any Cost 43:17

27d ago43:17

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On the backs of one of rock ‘n roll’s greatest innovators and one of its greatest ringmasters, Van Halen made some of the greatest music of the late ‘70s and early ‘80s. Guitarist Eddie Van Halen chased the perfect sound while lead singer David Lee Roth chased the next party. They were also ruthless when it came to protecting the unique thing they …

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The Notorious B.I.G. Pt. 2: A Dead Rivalry, New Inspiration and a Murder Mystery for the Ages 39:48

29d ago39:48

39:48

In part two of the Notorious B.I.G. story we see the young star trying to deal with life after the death of his rival (and one-time friend), Tupac Shakur. We also get a glimpse into the motivation behind the making of his final album, the aptly titled, Life After Death and get deep into the mystery behind his still unsolved murder. This episode was…

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The Notorious B.I.G. Pt. 1: Dealing Crack on the Corner, Spitting Beef and Creating One of the Greatest Hip-Hop Albums of All Time 43:45

30d ago43:45

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The Notorious B.I.G. entered adulthood as a crack dealer and left this world as one of the most famous hip-hop stars of all time. He was murdered mysteriously and before that was arrested almost too many times to count. He eventually altered the course of hip-hop with the release of his debut album, Ready To Die, an album that served as a soundtrac…

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Bonus Episode: Gen X Actresses and Getting to Know You 45:26

1M ago45:26

45:26

This week in the After Party, Jake reflects on Wynona Ryder and her iconic status among Gen X. Plus, Jake wants the Disgos to get in touch and tell him a little more about yourself: What are your favorite genres of music? What books and films do you like? What are your hobbies? Next week, we're presenting part 2 of the Van Halen story, and Jake wan…

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Winona Ryder: Drowning, Designer Theft, and a Deadly Kidnapping 45:24

1M ago45:24

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Between beatnik parents, an LSD guru godfather, and an unconventional upbringing in Northern California, it’s not surprising that Winona Ryder became America’s endearing weirdo in the 1990s. Her noir starpower shined from an early age in movies like Beetlejuice, Heathers, and Edward Scissorhands, but her penchant for dark roles would lead her towar…

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The Beginning After the End Is a DISASTER | Monthly Dump #23 1:27:59

1M ago1:27:59

1:27:59

It's that time of the month again! The crew gets together to talk about the stuff they've been watching over the last month! On the docket this time: The Beginning After the End, Windbreaker Season 2, Mono, Alex's multiple cinema trips, and much more! Join ACAD everywhere to keep up with all we do: YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@AnimeClubAfterD…

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Bonus Episode: Rock 'n' Roll Second Acts 42:26

1M ago42:26

42:26

This week in the After Party, Jake looks at second acts in music history. Which artists went on to form successful groups whose impact matched or exceeded that of their breakthrough group? Plus, we'll hear from you on this question and more. For more great Disgraceland episodes, dive into our extensive archive, including such episodes as: Episode 9…

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Chris Cornell: Bad Trips, Crooked DEA Agents, and Four Octaves of Sheer Power 43:50

1M ago43:50

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As a teenager, Chris Cornell was traumatized by a bad PCP trip that turned him into a recluse for years. Music pulled him out of the darkness when he discovered his four-octave voice by accident – A voice he used to incredible effect as the frontman for both Soundgarden and Audioslave. But the darkness never really went away – it was there in his h…

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Is THIS Short Film a Hidden Gem? | Summer Ghost Movie Review 37:27

1M ago37:27

37:27

Can a lost soul be redeemed? Can three wayward teens find purpose? Find out as we review the 2021 anime short film Summer Ghost! Join ACAD everywhere to keep up with all we do: YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@AnimeClubAfterDark Discord (18+ only) → https://discord.gg/animeclubafterdark Twitter → https://x.com/AnimeClubAD Bluesky → https://bsky.a…

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Bonus Episode: Books They Don't Want You to Read and Books We Want Them to Write 41:46

1M ago41:46

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This week in the After Party, Jake takes your calls on the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame and wonders why some celebrity autobiographies are so hard to find. Plus, Jake looks at which major music stars have not yet written their autobiographies and wonders if they ever will. Next week, we're bringing you a story on Chris Cornell, lead vocalist of Sound…

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How Hirohiko Araki Found His Voice | JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Part 4 1:36:09

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Madonna: Music as Sex and Sex as Power in the Reign of the Queen of Pop 46:24

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Bonus Episode - Great Girl Groups au Go Go 40:16

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The Go Go’s: Serial Killers, Drug Addiction, an Historic Album, and “the Rumor” 45:26

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GG Allin: Live Fast, Die 37:57

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Bonus Episode – Upcoming Episodes, the Diddy Trial, and More Mount Rushmore 49:30

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Jean-Michel Basquiat: New York City Squalor, Art-World Slumming, and the 27 Club 44:53

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Thunderbolts* Is an Anime??? | Monthly Dump #24 1:26:32

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The Grateful Dead Pt. 2: The Ballad of Pigpen and Old, Weird America—an Origin Story 44:42

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Grateful Dead Pt. 1: Freedom's Just Another Word for… 48:11

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Bonus Episode - Sign o' the Times: the Diddy Trial Begins 42:09

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Prince (Pt. 2): Bodyguards, Guns, Gangs, and a Revolution 43:35

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Is THIS Anime's Coolest Film Noir? | Cowboy Bebop: The Movie Review 57:58

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Prince (Pt. 1): Dark Funk and Fentanyl 44:05

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Slick Rick: Hustle, Iconic Flow and a Menacing Tormentor 43:10

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Bonus Episode: The Mount Rushmore of Guitarists 42:39

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Van Halen Pt. 2: Pulling a Gun on Fred Durst, Racing Ferraris and Lambos, and Rock ‘n’ Roll’s Most Faithful Servant 43:21

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There's No Laws Against the Pokémon... | ACAD Episode 230 ft. Vixxх Elur 1:19:10

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Van Halen (Part 1): Bootleggers, U.S. Marshals, and Protecting Innovation at Any Cost 43:17

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The Notorious B.I.G. Pt. 2: A Dead Rivalry, New Inspiration and a Murder Mystery for the Ages 39:48

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The Notorious B.I.G. Pt. 1: Dealing Crack on the Corner, Spitting Beef and Creating One of the Greatest Hip-Hop Albums of All Time 43:45

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Bonus Episode: Gen X Actresses and Getting to Know You 45:26

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Winona Ryder: Drowning, Designer Theft, and a Deadly Kidnapping 45:24

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The Beginning After the End Is a DISASTER | Monthly Dump #23 1:27:59

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Bonus Episode: Rock 'n' Roll Second Acts 42:26

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Chris Cornell: Bad Trips, Crooked DEA Agents, and Four Octaves of Sheer Power 43:50

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Is THIS Short Film a Hidden Gem? | Summer Ghost Movie Review 37:27

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Bonus Episode: Books They Don't Want You to Read and Books We Want Them to Write 41:46