Best Anime Summit Podcasts (2025)

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Jamming with Isekai Stage 1:12:08

1d ago1:12:08

1:12:08

Episode 506: This week we are joined by special guest Isekai Stage: a rock band that does anime covers, rock covers and their own original music! Rem, Xabier, and Nox take us down the history of the band and shows us that anime and music go together like Honey Bear and Rotisserie Chicken....or Peanut Butter and Jelly might be a better analogy. Anyw…

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S26 E03: The Pop Star Journey: Music Collaborations & Global Travel Dreams 23:04

18h ago23:04

23:04

I talk with Chris about his journey and experience as a pop singer, potential music collaborations through his current music agency as well as aspirations to travel the world.

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8-4 Play 5/30/2025: SWITCH 2 COMETH 1:43:42

1d ago1:43:42

1:43:42

With The Second Coming upon us, Digital Foundry’s John Linneman joins us for an exhaustive chat through the tech driving Nintendo’s new hardware, including a few key lingering questions… Time — Topic Discussed 00:46 – Nicknames 18:56 – Switch 2 Talk 1:04:16 – FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time 1:13:08 – Luigi’s Mansion 3 1:14:33 – Clair Obscu…

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A Wave of Change: Banning Octopus Factory Farming with Amanda Fox, Brenna Anderst & Allie Taylor 51:24

1d ago51:24

51:24

In this eye-opening episode, Mariann Sullivan speaks with three pioneering advocates who are successfully preventing octopus factory farming across the United States. Amanda Fox (Executive Director of Animal Rights Initiative), Allie Taylor (President of Voters for Animal Rights), and Brenna Anderst (Senior Policy Advisor at The Humane League) shar…

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How vulnerable is our power supply? 28:11

2d ago28:11

28:11

Severe power cuts hit Spain, Portugal and parts of France this week, cutting the lights and stopping flights, trains, and ATM machines in their tracks. The Spanish grid operator has said it’s ruled out a cyber-attack, but the reason behind what happened is still unclear. We speak to Keith Bell, Professor of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at …

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The Hen Report: “All Hens, All the Time” | Postal Service Chick Deaths, Hospital Food Revolution, and Children’s Books for Animal Freedom 33:19

2d ago33:19

33:19

In this Hen Report, Jasmin recounts her adventures at a vegan-friendly baby shower (complete with vegan trivia!), while Mariann contemplates deep philosophical questions. From air-fried apples with caramel salt to the explosion of pistachio milk in mainstream grocery stores, the duo weaves serious animal rights discussions with their trademark humo…

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King's Drunken Court Ep. 23: The Boys are Back in Town (w/ Anime Bros. Podcast) 2:07:06

3d ago2:07:06

2:07:06

Guess who just got back today??? That's right, the Drunken Court has been reunited with the Anime Brothers, and life is good. This week, Mattie and Earthworm from the Anime Brothers Podcast join King and Snowman for another wild happy hour. We discuss TV, Movies, Video Games, and of course, Smut. Enjoy responsibly, and LESS IS MORE! Check out the n…

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S26 E02: Antarctic Recovery, Africa Solution Summit, Buffet's Final Move, Rethinking Celebrity Power 52:29

3d ago52:29

52:29

The regulars discuss the Antarctic ice caps growing after decades of shrinking, the concerns revolving around celebrity influence, nations and people of Africa gathering together to find solutions for current problems as well as the closing chapter to Warren Buffet’s legacy as a world class investor amongst other things. *most, if not all of what’s…

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Screwworms and Exploding Grain: This Week’s Ag Disasters | Rising Anxieties 16:03

4d ago16:03

16:03

In this episode of Rising Anxieties, Mariann serves up a buffet of agricultural catastrophes that have the industry shaking in their boots. From parasitic invasions to explosive grain silos to the pork industry’s bizarre meltdown over a health report that barely mentions them, it’s a masterclass in how industrial animal agriculture consistently cre…

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Ep 232 California Agritourism Summit: It’s Not Just the Beach – It’s the Farm, Too 37:26

4d ago37:26

37:26

Any time you put the word “summit” in something, it mentally becomes bigger than you previously thought. A conference on steroids, in most people’s minds. And when you do an ag-related summit in California, that notion of grandeur can be well deserved, even when you take away the size of the state itself. The sheer amount of agricultural exports th…

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S26 E01: AI Backlash: Duolingo’s Crisis, Amazon’s Rural Gamble & the Tech Cold War 55:06

5d ago55:06

55:06

The regulars discuss a US-China technology race, the massive controversy surrounding Duolingo and its future regarding being “AI first”, Amazon expanding their delivery network into rural areas as well as planning long term post protest amongst other things. *most, if not all of what’s been said is entirely satirical and has no intention of being t…

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Summa Plumma EX: Plus RE: Edition 5 Billion % 2024 Anime Awards In Another World 1:46:12

7d ago1:46:12

1:46:12

SPECIAL: Its time for the Annual Anime Awards show presented by the TWO podcasts come together: The Summit Plummet Awards, nominated and voted by our community of listeners, friends, and Sexy Summit Squad and Plummet Digging Crew. We love all of you so much and your continued support means the world! CR Awards suck!…

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Summa Plumma EX: Plus RE: Edition 5 Billion % 2024 Anime Awards In Another World 1:46:12

7d ago1:46:12

1:46:12

Description: SPECIAL: Its time for the Annual Anime Awards show presented by the TWO podcasts come together: The Summit Plummet Awards, nominated and voted by our community of listeners, friends, and Sexy Summit Squad and Plummet Digging Crew. We love all of you so much and your continued support means the world! CR Awards suck! For more info, chec…

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Is Ventilation Shutdown Legal? Private Citizens Fighting Factory Farm Cruelty 51:04

8d ago51:04

51:04

In this episode of the Animal Law Podcast, Mariann Sullivan welcomes back Will Lowrey, legal counsel for Animal Partisan, alongside David Rosengard, managing attorney for the Animal Legal Defense Fund‘s Criminal Justice Program. They dive into an obscure but potentially game-changing legal tool: laws in certain states that allow private citizens to…

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The Famicast 293 - PRESS F-ZERO TO PAY RESPECTS 1:43:00

8d ago1:43:00

1:43:00

The guys are joined by friend of the show Genki_JPN to delve into the world of gaming in Japan! To kick things off, Ty and Genki share their thoughts on EVO Japan 2025 while JC talks about F-Zero in REAL LIFE on the streets of Tokyo and the recently released (on the NSO Expansion Pack at least) Killer Instinct Gold. After a short break, Genki talks…

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Music Videos Made With Anime 38:55

8d ago38:55

38:55

Episode 505: No I do not mean the "AMV" kind with Linkin Park edited to Naruto footage. I mean Music Videos that are made with animation and in this case in Anime! This week we had some technical difficulties and Som decided to make this episode last minute to replace the one we originally had planned. I, Som, personally apologize for this and will…

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Alive Again - Episode 76 Snips, Spirits & Soulful Tails - What to Ask a Dog Groomer 30:08

9d ago30:08

30:08

This week on Alive Again, host Brent Atwater welcomes Cynthia Alvarado-Hoffman from Beauties and Beasts Inc., a dedicated dog groomer with a deep connection to the animals she cares for. Together, they explore a fascinating question: Are dogs spiritual beings? Brent dives into the soulful side of the grooming world, discussing how groomers communic…

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What would cuts to Nasa mean for space science? 29:43

9d ago29:43

29:43

Progress has been made in our search for alien life. So announced a team of scientists from Cambridge university last week who, using a powerful space telescope, have detected molecules which on Earth are only produced by simple organisms. All in all, it’s been a busy week for space science. And all against a backdrop of a US government request to …

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The Hen Report: “It’s Not All About the Food” | Shrimp Welfare, AVA Summit, and Wildlife Crossings 1:03:38

9d ago1:03:38

1:03:38

In this thought-provoking episode, Jasmin and Mariann welcome back Our Hen House’s “wingman” Michael Dorf to discuss a recent Daily Show segment that mockingly covered efforts to improve shrimp welfare. The conversation delves into the challenges of advocating for less charismatic animals, the complexities of welfare reforms, and the surprising eff…

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The Panic Button: Meat Industry Predicts Its Own Extinction | Rising Anxieties 15:39

11d ago15:39

15:39

In this episode of Rising Anxieties, Mariann Sullivan examines current developments in animal agriculture and political food policies so you don’t have to. From RFK Jr.’s contradictory stances on vaccines and ultra-processed foods to industry insiders acknowledging that cultivated protein may replace conventional meat production in the future, this…

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Episode 65: MOMoru Oshii Movie Review!!! (Jin-Roh and Sky Crawlers) 1:30:36

13d ago1:30:36

1:30:36

Happy Mother's Day from your favorite trash boys! After the announcement of a new Ghost in the Shell series this week, the boys wanted to check out some of Mamoru Oshii's other works. We take you through Sky Crawlers and Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade and discuss our thoughts. Was King confused the whole time? Tune in to find out! (00:11:14) The Sky Cra…

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Season Finale #25 1:00:48

15d ago1:00:48

1:00:48

The regulars discuss the Canadian General Election and what has led the nation to that moment, a financial takeover shake up in Italy, China trying to make a market shift amidst potential tariffs as well as sending condolences to those who lost their lives through natural disasters or from other entities amongst other things. *most, if not all of w…

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How to Kickstart a Successful Vegan Nonprofit: Expert Advice from Sebastian Joy 41:47

15d ago41:47

41:47

Sebastian Joy, founder of Kickstarting for Good, shares his innovative approach to transforming our global food system. Sebastian, who went from leading a tiny vegetarian society to helping build a worldwide movement at ProVeg International, reveals how mentorship has helped launch initiatives raising over $500 million for plant-based innovation. W…

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8-4 Play 5/16/2025: MEET ME IN THE RUMPUS ROOM 57:40

15d ago57:40

57:40

Tide yourself over this dry spell before the Summer Game Fest feast with (still tasty!) leftovers of Clair Obscur and Blue Prince, plus morsels on gaming media woes and EVO Japan bits in news. Time — Topic Discussed 01:21 – Nicknames 09:30 – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 15:34 – Blue Prince 19:20 – Blue Prince Spoilers Start 23:41 – Blue Prince Spoil…

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Spring Season 2025 1st Impressions 1:37:53

15d ago1:37:53

1:37:53

Episode 504: This week we give our 1st impressions on the anime of this year's Spring season! We go over Kowloon Generic Romance, Wind Breaker S2, Mobile Suit Gundam GquuuuuuX, Lazarus, Yaiba: Samurai Legend, and more!

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Answers to Your Science Questions 28:07

16d ago28:07

28:07

We’ve thrown open the airwaves to you. Marnie Chesterton puts your science questions to Penny Sarchet, Managing editor of New Scientist, Mark Maslin, Professor of Earth System Science at University College London and Catherine Heymans, Astronomer Royal for Scotland and Professor of Astrophysics at the University of Edinburgh. So, if you’ve ever won…

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The Hen Report: “Steamed Tofu and Broccoli” | Religion, Politics & Vegan Travel 37:55

16d ago37:55

37:55

In this delightfully loopy episode of The Hen Report (affectionately dubbed “Henry Port” by hosts Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan), the duo spans topics from coast to coast while delivering their signature wit and animal rights commentary. Jasmin checks in from Los Angeles, where she’s attending the Animal and Vegan Advocacy Summit, reminiscing …

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S25 E17: Ancient Ant Fossil & Hubble Milestone | Nepal Quake 10 Years & US-Saudi Pact 50:53

17d ago50:53

50:53

The regulars discuss the discovery of an ancient ant from millions of years ago, celebrating a monumental milestone of the Hubble Telescope, marking the 10th anniversary of Nepal’s most devastating earthquake as well as committing to a defence pact between the US and Saudi Arabia amongst other things. *most, if not all of what’s been said is entire…

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Animal Ag is DESPERATE: Regenerative Agriculture Claims & Teen Slaughterhouse Tours | Rising Anxieties 19:47

18d ago19:47

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In this episode of Rising Anxieties, Mariann Sullivan exposes how the animal agriculture industry is desperately attempting to rebrand itself while facing mounting environmental and ethical challenges. This episode explores: How factory farming is co-opting “regenerative agriculture” as their newest meaningless buzzword to greenwash industrial prac…

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S25 E16: Big Tech Profits | Kim K's 'Grandpa Robbers' Trial | CA Energy Tax Spike & Activist Ban 54:51

19d ago54:51

54:51

The regulars discuss what Big Tech have been earning in their previous quarter, Grandpa Robbers going on trial for a heist on Kim Kardashian, electricity bills in California raising from clean energy taxation as well as an activist being prevented from entering a country for their act of activism amongst others things. *most, if not all of what’s b…

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Alive Again - Episode 75 Alive Again: Joy Stulley’s Near-Death Experience and the Power of Pet Spirits 21:12

21d ago21:12

21:12

This week on Alive Again, Brent Atwater welcomes special guest Joy Stulley for a powerful and deeply personal episode about near-death experiences, the afterlife, and the profound role that pets play as guardian angels. Joy shares her own story of flatlining after a car crash and how that moment became a spiritual turning point in her life. Brent a…

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S25 E15: 2025: US-China Tariffs, COVID Pact, Drake-Kendrick Feud & Korea Unity 17:15

22d ago17:15

17:15

The regulars discuss the tariff war between China and the United States, a draft agreement to prevent similar events to COVID, another feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar as well as the chances of a United Korea amongst other things. *most, if not all of what’s been said is entirely satirical and has no intention of being taken as factual/legitim…

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In the Room Where it Happens: How Robert Grillo Confronts Animal Agriculture’s Power Brokers 49:19

22d ago49:19

49:19

In this powerful episode, we sit down with activist Robert Grillo, founder of Free From Harm, who shares his strategic approach to creating systemic change for animals. From disrupting congressional hearings to confronting food industry executives, Robert explains how his organization uses targeted activism to challenge the status quo and push for …

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Roasting Patron's Anime and Manga Collections 1:19:32

22d ago1:19:32

1:19:32

Episode 503: This week we have a videocast! We look through photos of our Patron's collections of anime, manga, figures, and more and roast them! (jokingly of course, we mainly just wanted to envy and admire everyone's stuff)

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The Famicast 292 - ANIME MAOIST RETURNS TO GAMECUBE MECCA 1:26:30

22d ago1:26:30

1:26:30

After a Golden break, the boys are back with another episode of the show. To kick things off with New Business, the boys talk about the Virtual Game Card & Switch 20.0.0(1) update, potential GameCube releases on the NSO Expansion Pack, Xenoblade Chronicles X flying skells and Cotton 100%. After a quick break, the crew talks about Mario Kart World, …

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How can science help us fight wildfires? 35:14

23d ago35:14

35:14

In the past few days, UK firefighters have been tackling wildfires across the UK. As global temperatures rise, fires are likely to increase in strength and number. We hear from Rory Hadden, Professor of Fire Science at the University of Edinburgh, and Aidan McGivern, meteorologist and weather presenter from the Met Office. Presenter Marnie Chestert…

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The Hen Report: “Liberation, baby.” – Animal Rights & Grassroots Activism News 40:27

23d ago40:27

40:27

This Hen Report episode explores the concerning developments in animal agriculture and the inspiring grassroots efforts fighting back against institutional apathy. Jasmin and Mariann deliver a news roundup that examines: How the Trump administration’s $1 billion bird flu plan funnels taxpayer money to the poultry industry while ignoring the root ca…

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S25 E14: Political Extremism & Animal Labor: Disaster Survival & House Shaming Surge 49:38

24d ago49:38

49:38

The regulars discuss going to all lengths for attention through various political channels, utilising animals to provide goods for the people, the unfortunate natural disasters that has struck as well as the raising trend of ‘house shaming’ amongst other things. *most, if not all of what’s been said is entirely satirical and has no intention of bei…

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Factory Farms Panic: Tariffs, Wolves, and Deadly Grain Bins | Rising Anxieties 11:00

26d ago11:00

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In this episode of Rising Anxieties, Mariann dives into the animal agriculture industry’s publications to uncover what’s making them sweat these days. As she often points out, only two groups truly know what happens behind closed factory farm doors: advocates and the industry itself. The Rising Anxieties podcast uses their own words to pull back th…

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