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Have you heard of Talentless Nana? If not, you’re missing out! 🎥 This week, we dive into this sleeper hit that’s full of twists and turns. Ty has been raving about it for weeks, and now Rico's finally caught on—and he’s binge-watching it like crazy! 🤯 He breaks down why this show had him glued to his seat.
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If you love psychological thrillers with mind-bending twists, this episode is for you! Hit play and let us know what YOU think about Nana's choices. 😈
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We start off with a classic Dragon Ball Z debate—who’s stronger, Super Buu or Kid Buu? Things heat up when Nate drops a hot take: Mystic Gohan > Super Saiyan 3 Goku! 💥 Martin and CJ aren't buying it, and the debate gets intense.
Next, we dive into an insane anime battle: Gojo & Sukuna (Jujutsu Kaisen) vs. Madara & the First Hokage (Naruto). While most of the crew agrees on the outcome, Rod steps up with a compelling case for the Naruto fighters.
Then, we debate the toughest childhoods in anime: The Elric Brothers (Fullmetal Alchemist) vs. Naruto. 🥲 Who had it worse?
And finally, we wrap things up with CJ and Rico going head-to-head with Martin over his bold claim: was the payoff at the end of Fullmetal Alchemist really worth the build-up? 🤔
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In this episode, the crew dives into a thrilling game of tag, debating whether Obito or Lemillion would get tagged first. The back-and-forth heats up as Rico sparks a discussion on a high-stakes battle: Prime Gon vs. the Ant King from Hunter x Hunter. Cj pushes back, questioning whether Gon even stands a chance, while Ty and Rico pull out manga panels to back up their claims that Gon could actually win.
Next, the guys each choose an anime character whose death would shock the entire community if it ever happened. To wrap things up, they delve into the latest Jujutsu Kaisen manga chapter, where Ty can’t help but brag about how the new revelations prove he was right all along!
Use code: Freestyle Flight team Links: https://www.crossworksmedia.com/ What happens when Wick Studios takes on the challenge of remaking One Piece? This week, the crew dives into the details, with Ty filling everyone in on what to expect—from the studio's efforts to replicate the manga's iconic art style to the possibilities of new voice actors that might bring our favorite characters to life. Next, the guys break down the latest One Piece episode featuring the epic showdown between Garp and Aokiji. They share their ratings and discuss what they loved about the fight, from the animation to the choreography. But that's not all—Ty also shares his thoughts on the ending of the My Hero Academia manga, analyzing the role Shonen Jump and the editors may have played in shaping the author’s creative choices. Then, things get a bit spicy as CJ brings up a fun, unexpected topic: which anime characters would have an OnlyFans? The crew debates which characters would be the most popular and which ones they’d personally subscribe to. Finally, the guys tackle the viral photo of Luffy vs. Naruto in a boxing match—without their powers. Who do they think would win? Tune in to find out their surprising picks and much more!
Ever wondered which anime character could outrun the rest in a 100-meter dash? In this episode, we dive into the epic moments when Olympic athletes paid homage to Dragon Ball Z and One Piece. But that’s just the start!
We also talk about the viral Olympic shooter who shocked everyone by winning second place—without any fancy gear. Then, the real fun begins: Rico challenges us to pick the ultimate team of eight anime characters to compete in a high-stakes 100-meter race. But there’s a twist—CJ lays down the rules, banning any characters with overpowered abilities like teleportation.
Finally, we each pick four characters to battle it out in a 4x100 relay. Who do we think would sprint to victory? Hit play to find out and see if your favorite character made the cut!
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One Piece Episode 1112 & 1114 Breakdown: Garp, Shanks, Koby & Kuzan – Heated Debates & Bold Predictions!
In this episode, we dive deep into the latest developments in the world of One Piece, focusing on the explosive Haki displays by Shanks and Garp. The crew kicks off with a heated debate over Garp’s current standing in the series—CJ makes a bold claim that Garp is top 3, backed by Ty, while Rico disagrees, placing him in the top 10. Can Rico name characters stronger than Garp? Tune in to find out!
Next, we shift gears to discuss Koby the Hero. What does the future hold for him, and could he actually prevent Luffy from achieving his dream? Rico has some strong opinions on this one!
We also explore Kuzan’s mysterious motives for joining the Blackbeard Pirates. Could he have taken down Blackbeard back when he froze half the crew? The crew weighs in on this intense question.
Finally, we wrap up by revisiting the Marineford arc: Did Sengoku really save Akainu from a brutal attack by Garp? We break down this pivotal moment and its implications.
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This week, Rico and CJ dive into some exciting topics! They discuss the upcoming anime's in the fall and the crossover between Naruto and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. CJ shares his thoughts on what to expect from the new season of Fire Force, which has been announced to return. Rico talks about some of the best anime characters known for their gags.
The duo then segues into the latest One Piece chapter, 1121, and tries to figure out who Oda has hidden at the bottom of the panel. Who do Rico and CJ predict it could be? Tune in to find out!
Use code: Freestyle Flight team Links: https://www.crossworksmedia.com/ In this jam-packed live stream episode, we welcome special guest Sachi, one of the best cosplayers in the community! Rico reveals a surprising twist as he discloses which podcast member had a spirited debate with Sachi over her viral post about which new generation anime brought anime into mainstream media. Maal brings a curated list of anime for everyone to judge: are they popular or truly mainstream? Sachi shares her unique perspective on how to determine which anime are dominating the industry, based on the characters being cosplayed at conventions throughout the year. The episode heats up as Maal presents a list of some of the best anime tournaments, sparking a fiery debate between Rico and CJ. To top it all off, Rico challenges Sachi in a game to guess the cosplay character from small photo clues. Will she be able to identify them all? Join us for insightful discussions, passionate debates, and a fun-filled game in this exciting episode!
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Another great anime podcast collab and this time it’s with keeping it 9000 . With two great host by the name of Jay & kev. One of best anime podcast out of New York. Jay & kev let us know about what anime culture is like in New York City and what anime fans will no tolerate no slander. In honor of Juneteenth we list the top 5 strongest black anime characters. Then we get into a list of some best stagiest that was use in some anime series. They guys discuss what anime wins did Sasuke really have against his opponents. CJ gives his take on how Naruto show follow what demon slayers is doing with movie arcs to answer some plot holes and missing back stories on characters in the verse. Find what anime the fellas watch once and will not ever watch again. See why Rico lose it with Jay respond!
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