Best Geeks Next Door Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 411: Wow, It's Been A While! 1:07:54

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Dave and Chris rumble back into the talky chairs to do the overdue talking talk. Tonight we discuss: -Sandman: Netlfix -KPOP - Demon Hunters: Netflix -Sorry To Bother You: Amazon -Companion: HBO, Hulu -Peacemanker: HBO -Death of A Unicorn: HBO -War of the Worlds: Amazon -The Bad Guys 2: Theater -Sinners: HBO -Twisted Metal: Peacock -Final Destinati…

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#688: So Two Weeks Ago Was Otakon. 1:43:04

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We're talking Otakon! Join DJ Ranma S and co-host BerryMelon as she discusses her Otakon weekend in depth! Also, we bring back the Open Forum Topic, "Should convention raves be age restricted?" We also discuss Hitomi, the ‘legendary’ maid, guardian angel of Akihabara, and Rumiko Takahashi celebrates Doraemon's anniversary with crossover art! Meanwh…

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#687: Most Triumphant and Cowabunga! 1:11:07

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Crunchyroll announces layoffs and a new growth model, a Vice-Minister refuses once more to appear at ComicMarket　コミックマーケット, and a plan is in the works for an anime adaptation of The Phantom of the Opera! Also, a senior executive was dismissed from Gungho Online Entertainment for embezzlement. Issues in Indonesia result in the potential for the One …

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#686: Now That's a Chant I Haven't Heard in a While. 1:37:29

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Call for donations to help preserve rare Sailor Moon media, Disney Twisted-Wonderland English anime gets release date, and McDonald's Japan announces Pokémon Happy Meals, and it turns into a complete clusterf! Also, #CLAMP teams up with Godiva Japan （ゴディバジャパン）, Disney+ to integrate Hulu into a single streaming app, and Gundam Wing voice actors reu…

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#685: Two Flights Up, Three Doors Down. 1:00:58

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Congratulations are in order for WCS Team USA, winners of the 2025 World Cosplay Summit 世界コスプレサミット! Also tonight, Kadokawa issues guidelines for anime sampling, anime studio Gaina changes name after being acquired, and the Korean government plans to offer tax credits for webtoon production costs. Plus, Hello Kitty gets a licensed tarot card set, an…

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#684: It's Been Quite a Few Days… 1:45:17

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We bring back THE HOT TOPIC! Tonight's topic, Anime Boston's Masquerade Coordinator position, should it be paid? Also on tonight's show, the fallout from VShoujo, and boy, it's a mess! Plus, Gundam Wing gets new releases and sequels, Bushiroad releases a statement about threats against a voice actress, and a Japanese politician is in hot water for …

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Episode 409A: Leander's Percy Jackson Recap 42:06

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Leander is a bit obsessed with Percy Jackson. So much so that he wanted to do a recap about season one, as a primer for season two... that comes out in December. So, sit on back and enjoy an 8 year talking about his very favorite thing. Let's go!By GND

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Episode 409: Hulking Out One Last Time 1:02:37

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Finally Back! Dave and Chris return to bring you all the news that's news to news. Tonight we talk: Tires Season 2 - Netflix Skywalker Stories - Youtube Happy Gilmore II - Netflix Fantastic Four - Theater Superman - Theater Percy Jackson Sandman - Netflix Shane Gillis Harry Potter Series South Park - Paramount Plus And of course, our tragic three l…

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#683: Some Accolades Should Be Celebrated! 1:27:58

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A convention was abruptly canceled, and then the Company canceled all remaining scheduled events. A company named 'Your Rights' is established to allow fans to invest in anime. VTuber Ironmouse Officially Leaves VShojo, Says She's owed "Significant Funds", and the Ranma 1/2 anime opening is used in the newest cover song project. Also, HarperCollins…

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#682: Oh You Know… Plotting As Usual. 1:22:28

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We say farewell to a friend of the show... Also tonight, the first official Dragon Ball store to open in Tokyo, a new Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba film premieres to a sold-out show, and a copyright suit is settled for an Attack on Titan event. Plus, the MAO manga gets a TV anime adaptation, an upcoming PS5 game gets a mode directed by Shinichiro …

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#681: You Hate to See It, But We Enjoy Seeing It. 59:37

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J-Pop group FLOW is doing a European and North American tour in fall 2025, a remake of the Jungle Emperor Leo anime is in the planning stages, and the Ghost In The Shell anime is getting a comprehensive exhibition in 2026! Also, a teaser announces a September debut for Alice in Borderland season 3, the Sailor Moon museum to continue its tour outsid…

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#680: Well, That's Saying Something, Isn't It… 1:14:24

2M ago1:14:24

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The Sanrio 2025 ranking is out, live-action Sailor Moon series returns to television, and the AKIRA film rights revert back to Kodansha! Also, Anime Expo® apologizes for canceled autograph tickets due to vague wording on the rules, Crunchyroll to host music festival during San Diego Comic Con International, and rock band TOKIO announces disbandment…

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Episode 408: Missing Dave 18:12

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D Prime is out, so Chris is left with two incredibly adorable co-hosts on this abbreviated episode. Tonight we spoil Elio and talk summer happenings. Let's go!By GND

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#679: That Damned Sun From Super Mario Bros 3! 56:48

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Ranma 1/2 season 2 release date announced with new character trailer, Gen Z survey from Japan claims 3 Sanrio characters as top three in the general Favorite Character question, and Tokyo University of Technology collaborates with Pokémon franchise launches a Twitch-streamed game show, TRANSFORMERS gets a garage kit release, and Sanrio is now the 4…

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#678: So Push Always Come to Shove, Yeah? 1:15:01

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A French production company acquires the rights for Space Adventure Cobra, a piracy site removes titles due to a cease-and-desist order, and Samurai Troopers anime gets a sequel! Also, New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt premieres July 9th, voice Actress Megumi Hayashibara goes viral with a blog post, and Wit Studio produces anime shorts for Googl…

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#677: So Let's Pick up Right Where We Left Off. 1:25:54

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The squad is back! DJ Ranma S discusses his trip to Japan, so get ready! Also, LINE WEBTOON tightens hate speech guidelines, New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt anime theme songs get single release in August, Toonami to air Dragon Ball Daima, and The Tom and Jerry anime shorts get an English release on YouTube! Meanwhile in Japan... Police in Naga…

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Episode 407: Kids Rock 49:03

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Dave & Chris welcome in the Summer by talking all things movies and TV. Tonight we discuss: Karate Kids Legends - Theater Lilo & Stitch - Theater The Accountant 2 - Amazon Prime The Last of Us - Amazon Prime Into the Deep - Hulu Fall - Netflix Harry Potter Series - Upcoming Plus, Chris adds to his ever growing list of shows to watch!…

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Episode 406: Be A Little Bit Better Than Me 1:08:53

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It's a birthday episode on GND! Help Dave celebrate his year around the sun by telling us all about your favorite fantasy shows! Tonight we talk: Andor - Disney Plus Last of Us - HBO Bad Thoughts - Netflix Murder Bot - Apple and mark the passing of everyone's favorite beer drinking bar fly. "Evening everybody." Let's go!…

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Episode 405: Tornado Ally 1:07:20

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While sipping moonberry tea beneath the twin suns of Tatooine, the elven sorcerer adjusted his lightsaber-staff and whispered an ancient incantation to summon a bantha-sized dragon with Wookiee fur and a taste for enchanted kyber crystals. Tonight we talk: Andor - Disney Plus Superman Trailer - Theater Last of Us - HBO Bad Thoughts - Netflix Nonnas…

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#676: And Now For Something Completely Different… 1:31:57

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On tonight's show... Dragon Ball news! Record-breaking sales and a big anniversary celebration are inbound! Also, Samurai Troopers gets an anniversary screening event in Japan, Tenchi Muyo omnibus Kickstarter surpasses goal, and Sony and BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment jointly invest in an AI company?! Plus, the Japanese ministry says unauthorized use o…

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Episode 404: May Day! 1:07:32

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It's May Day. Spend it with someone you love, then hate, then love, then hate. Why? It's a May Day tradition. Let's go! Tonight we talk: Andor: Disney Plus Last of Us: Max Orion and the Dark: Netflix The Studio: Apple Robert Rodriquez Black Mirror: NetflixBy GND

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#675: Okay, Let's Get Down to Business (No Really). 1:16:26

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Inspiration comes full circle between Star Wars and Gundam, Sanrio ranking to have a speedy surprise character, and using Godzilla: King of the Monsters to stomp nails into place! Also, the North American tour of Evangelion symphony to include Yoko Takahashi, LINE WEBTOON union to file a complaint against Kakao Entertainment, and South Korea will a…

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Episode 403: Jaws V Superman 1:02:35

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Dave & Chris like movies, and shows, and tacos, and... you! Tonight we talk: Andrew Shultz - Life: Netflix The Fantastic Four and Superman Trailers Minecraft: Theater - Last of Us: HBO Sandman: Netflx Star Wars Celebration 28 Years Later: In Production Pacific Rim Uprising: In Production Dare Devil: Disney Dr. Who - Disney Andor - Disney…

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#673: Now That is What You Call a Spicy Meatball! 1:34:09

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Crunchyroll backtracks on AI plan, Sanrio character ranking to launch with a potential trip to the finals, and Studio Ghibli themed LEGO set has passed into review... Also, LINE WEBTOON partners with IDW Publishing to publish reformatted versions on their website, Godzilla: King of the Monsters is set to destroy the Marvel Universe, and 蜡笔小新 Crayon…

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#672: It All Comes Down to Fruition, No Really! 1:15:30

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Amid legal battle, Ohayocon announces 2026 eventNetflix adds full subtitle/dub language options to TV streaming, and a surprise cast reunion at 50th anniversary surprise show for 1st Super Sentai show! Also, not a joke, Pop Team Epic collaboration with Code Geass, ufotable to open mocktail bar in Tokyo featuring Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, and …

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Episode 402: Join Our Network! 1:22:06

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Come "Reacher" into our world and enjoy the sharing of all we gots to share. Tonight we rock: Kraven - Netflix The Electric State - Netflix The Wheel of Time - Amazon Ted Lasso - Apple (1 week. season 4) Better Man - Paramount Mickey 17 - Theater Severance - Apple Reacher - Amazon Dare Devil - Disney Resident Alien -Netflix Spiderman 4 -Upcoming Va…

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#671: Hoard It All Now, so You Can Spend It Later. 1:40:47

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Mushoku Tensei⁠ author has no intention of giving fans what they want, NYC Japan Day Parade will host ⁠Attack on Titan⁠ musical cast, and drama erupts after AI used to mimic Ghibli art style! Also, the publisher had some worry over Frieren, Dragon Ball Evolution no longer the lowest rated movie, and dress like ⁠Ranma Saotome⁠ in new casual roomwear…

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#670: Zenkaikon 2025… Well, You See… 1:40:08

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Zenkaikon 2025! Join DJ Ranma S and Ari Rockefeller as they discuss all four days of the con! Tune in to discover the ups and downs of the con, changes, thoughts from other congoers, and much more!

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#669: It is a Culmination of Things. 1:10:34

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Off-record anti-piracy meetings take place between streaming companies and the U.S. government, Aniplex+ teams with Crunchyroll for an anime production venture, and an authorized Serial Experiments Lain game launches April 30! Also, Niantic is to sell Pokémon GO to Saudi Arabian mobile publisher, Tokyo Ghoul comes to Dead by Daylight, Pokemon Horiz…

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#668: This Number is No Longer in Service. 1:23:51

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Gareb Shamus Of Wizard Magazine claims they invented cosplay, Hololive CEO responds to newest talent exit, and Amazon Prime Video to implement AI dubbing program. Also, CODA works with China on arrest of piracy website owner, pharmacies offer licensed prescription record books for free, scalping ensues, and Mamoru Oshii still wants to make a third …

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Episode 401: Dave's All New Siena 59:11

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We hallway fight our way back to talk Dare Devil, Venom, the Academy Awards, and so much more. Tonight we talk: Reacher, Amazon -Venom, The Last Dance, Netflix -Running Point, Netflix -Severance, Apple -Dare Devil, Disney -Mythic Quest, Apple -Yellow Jackets, Netflix & ParamountBy GND

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#667: Meanwhile… This. 1:04:26

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It's Sanrio VS Kuromi! Sanrio is being sued over the moral rights of Kuromi and Sanrio speaks about the suit! The upcoming BanG Dream 少女樂團派對 gets 52 episodes mini anime, Detective Conan wins 2024 grand prize at the TVer award, and Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards! Meanwhile in Japan... All you can steal, back for a limited time, and sakura blossom…

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#666: Yeah… About that Number… 1:19:27

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Ranma 1/2 gets a pop-up cafe in March, an interview explains why Gohan lost out on being the main character, and it wasn't due to fan reaction, and Bleach animation director was fired. Also, The Samurai Pizza Cats are returning, Shibuya is being taken over by a Jojo reference, and Evangelion is getting an extended reality game?! Meanwhile in Japan.…

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Episode 400: The Leander Protocol 1:02:25

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Dave and Chris are joined from a voice from the past to celebrate the big 4,0,0. Tonight we talk: -Captain America: Theater -Cobra Kai: Netflix -Brooklyn 99: Netflix -Mr. Beast: Amazon -Spiderman: Disney --SNL 50th: Peacock -Reacher: AmazonBy GND

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#665: Chuck Lied To Us… Again. 49:56

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An update on disability discrimination at Crunchyroll, the newest found species of fish named after Princess Mononoke, and live-action Cells at Work earns 6 billion yen at the Japanese box office! Also, UDON signs a deal with Lunar for distribution rights, Alice in Borderland gets its season 3 release date, and Romi Park to guests at Nostalgiacon! …

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Episode 399: Worst Haircut Ever 1:05:57

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Dave and Chris finally reunite after shaking off the plague and boy did they have some spare time! Tonight we talk a baker's boatload of shows and movies. Man on the Inside: Netflix Twilight of the Gods: Netflix Nobody Wants This: Netflix The Pit: Max Unfrosted: Netflix Invincible: Amazon Cobra Kai: Netflix Our Little Secret: Netflix The Royal Rumb…

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#664: Well When You Put it That Way... 1:30:52

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Ohayocon sues Sekaicon over trade secrets, lawyers ask to nullify arsonist's appeal withdrawal, and J-pop artistLiSA announces North America tour! Also,Crunchyroll is accused of firing an employee after an ADA request, thePokémon company claims Diamond Comic Distributors owes them money, and Hideaki Anno sets up an exhibition for the 50th anniversa…

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#663: A Right-Click Away From the Trash. 1:13:23

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A new piracy bill has been backed by Netflix, Disney, and Sony, the Japan Fair Trade Commission to investigate anime studio abuse, and rock band the pillows disbands! Also, Kyoto Animation - 京都アニメーション arsonist withdraws appeal, Anime Tourism Association releases 2025 list of sites that fans should visit, and BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment opens first U…

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#662: It Was Already like This When I Got Here 1:23:07

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Crunchyroll confirms limited credentials posted, but no breach was discovered, an anime producer becomes new Fuji Television president, and BAND-MAID to release music video for a song used in a new anime opening! Also, TOKYOPOP contributes to voice actors lost homes in LA wildfires, Cells at Work live-action grosses over 5 billion yen,Square Enix T…

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#661: In 2025, the Country Resembles Shoto Todoroki. 1:35:52

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Happy 2025! The staff is back from their well-deserved break and they're ready to go! On this week's show... It's the end of an era, AnimeNEXT is on indefinite hiatus, and the AJS staff is tea-ready! Also, crowdfunding was launched for Mike McFarland's brain surgery, and Crunchyroll dropped a new manga app! Plus, Japan sets its inaugural music awar…

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Episode 398: Hellraisers 55:09

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Dave & Chris leap into the new year by talking about everything they saw in the last! Come aboard, we're expecting you. let's go! Tonight we talk: -Blood of Zeus (Netflix) -Carry-on (Netflix) -Creature Commandos (max) -Shrinking -Black Doves - (netflix) -Sonic 3 (theater) -Boy Kills World (hulu) -Beast Games (amazon) -Skeleton Crew -Mythic Quest 4…

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#660: See You In 2-3 Weeks, It's the 2025 Christmas Show! 2:04:22

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Join DJ Ranma S, Mako-chan, BerryMelon, WildSpice, and Koibug for their yearly get-together of good times and merry cheer! Then we look through the articles and share some interesting stories such as a man who has eaten at the same restaurant for over 1800 days in a row, a city painting its streets yellow to discourage prostitution, not paying for …

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Episode 397: I Am Not Jude Law 1:10:31

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Winter has come and the Game of Shows is on. Tonight we role through: Skelton Crew (Disney) Dune Prophecy (Max) Subservience (Netflix) LSPEED 17 Control Z (Youtube) as well as try to understand why things cost so much. There is snow, there's cold, there's shows! Let's go!By GND

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#659: A Red and Green d20 For Everyone. 1:19:30

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The passing of anime industry veteran Jan Scott-Frazier, Visa Japan confirms sales restrictions and long-time One Piece voice actor graduates! Also, new collaboration means brand new Sailor Senshi art, Vampire Hunter D comes to an AMC Theatres near you, and an isekai mobile and PC game to involve popular anime characters! Meanwhile in Japan... An e…

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Episode 396: 6, Maybe 7 Odds 1:06:20

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You gotta know when to hold them, know when to fold them. Know when to walk away, now when to Let's go! Tonight we talk; Cobra Kai (Netflix) Dear Santa (Paramount) Land Man (Paramount) Lioness (Paramount) Alien, Romulus (Hulu) Dune (Max) Wicked LSPEED ? Moonfall, LSPEED 17By GND

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#658: Run That By Us Again, One More Time. 1:13:18

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Yoshihiro Togashi undergoes surgery all while continuing to work on manga, LINE WEBTOON takes credit for 70 piracy sites shut down, and Rascal Does Not Dream's English dub to stream on Crunchyroll! Also, Sailor Moon Super Live comes to London in 2025, Google Chrome is now an anime, and Disney classic characters get changed into anime girls for new …

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#657: Forego the Turkey for Pot Roast. 1:11:28

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Anime NYC expands to a 4-day event, Kadokawa releases a statement on acquisition, and Netflix releases a time frame for Alice In Borderland's season 3 release. Also, Gundam and Bandai team up with NASA for a game launch, Disney Twisted-Wonderland English gets a 3 season anime, and a popular manga magazine is raising the minimum pay for creators! Me…

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#656: Sometimes I Wonder Where the Time Went. 1:10:24

10M ago1:10:24

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Love Live unit Aqours releases music video for final solo concert theme song, Mickey Mouse becomes a Gundam, and Random House Graphic launches brand for mangas, manhwas, and webtoons! Also, Kyoto Animation - 京都アニメーション warns of websites using its name, Haruhi franchise crowdfunding reaches goals on day 1, and Sazae-san breaks its own Guinness World …

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Episode 395: Catching Up 1:25:27

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Weeeeeee're back after a few week hiatus to discuss a buttload of non-butt-like things. Plus, we reveal our new L Speed score for movies. Tonight we talk: Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, (starz) LSPEED: 12 Madame Web, (Netflix) LSPEED: 21 Lincoln Lawyer, season 1, (Netflix) (8 Episodes) Tracker, (Hulu) (13 Episodes) Expend4bles (Starz) LSPEED: 1…

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#655: I Suppose It's Coming Down to the Wire. 1:20:37

10M ago1:20:37

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A voice actor quits over Crunchyroll's abuse,VIZ Media is in the top 10 manga piracy copyright takedowns on Google, and Crunchyroll/Funimation has made over 45 million URL takedown requests! Also, My Hero Academia drops a visual to celebrate 100 million manga copies, a dojin store chain to halt Visa/Mastercard payments starting in December, and Tri…