The After Show from Anime News Network

The Anime Gang's All Here! Feb 19, 2025

Jacki joins the ANN After Show to discuss Orb, ZENSHU., and surprise hit Sakamoto Days!

The Orb Anime Hits Different in 2025 Feb 10, 2025

James and Lynzee catch back up on Orb as it broaches topics of censorship, freedom of information, and resistance. Plus, we catch up on ZENSHU. and its adoration of the anime medium!

New Year, New Anime! Feb 06, 2025

James and Lynzee are back for 2025: we'll discuss some of the most promising anime from the Winter 2025 season and whatever else floats our boat.

The Last ANN After Show of 2024! Feb 05, 2025

It's the last podcast of the year before we dive into the Winter 2025 anime season and a brand-new year. Also, we're not going to lie to you; James and Lynzee are going to talk about Nosferatu a lot.

DAN DA DAN's Season Finale's Cliffhanger is Just Cruel Feb 04, 2025

James and Lynzee are here to run you through all the big announcements out of Jump Festa, scream about the DAN DA DAN finale cliffhanger, and see how the Orb bros are doing.

What's Your Anime Character Arc? Dec 20, 2024

Lynzee and James share their Crunchyroll Anime Arcs from the app's end-of-the-year feature! Plus, we're discussing the SECRET LEVEL show on Amazon Prime and the latest episode of DAN DA DAN.

DAN DA DAN's Secret Best Boy Finally Arrives! Dec 19, 2024

This is a Jiji appreciation podcast, even if he only appears for five minutes in this week's episode of DAN DA DAN. Plus the ANN Reader's Choice Award Nominations are open, one of the saddest manga is getting an anime, and a new teaser for the Demon Slayer movie.

The DAN DA DAN Episode Where Everyone's Naked Dec 10, 2024

Clothes are mostly optional as the DAN DA DAN crew fight aliens at school! What happens when they all merge into one super-evil entity?!

DAN DA DAN's Newest Alien is a One-Two Punch! Dec 09, 2024

James and Lynzee go face-to-face with Nessie and mantis shrimp alien in this week's DAN DA DAN! Plus, the latest news about the Netflix anime leaks, Miyazaki's surprising award statement, and the Sonic 3 trailer!

Acro-Silky's Past is HEARTBREAKING Dec 03, 2024

We'll talk briefly about the Sony/Kadokawa situation, get back in the swing of things with DAN DA DAN, and check in our heretics in Orb this week.

A Letter from the Executive Editor Dec 02, 2024

Executive editor Lynzee Loveridge, co-host James Beckett, and contributors to the editorial department share the importance of fandom inclusivity and hope.

DAN DA DAN's Race to the Finish! Nov 01, 2024

It's one of the most impressive chase scenes to put to animation this week in DAN DA DAN! Plus, the Catholic Church adopts a new mascot and one voice actor is going rogue after alleging Crunchyroll gave away his fan mail and gifts.

MILFs are OUT, GILFs are IN! Oct 25, 2024

DAN DA DAN introduces anime's hottest grandma!

I'm Sorry, They Stole His What?! Oct 18, 2024

DAN DA DAN is wild! We’re also checking in on Orb after that big episode three plot twist. Plus, news on the Pokemon leak and impressions of Silent Hill 2!

This Anime Movie Will Make You Cry! Oct 11, 2024

Lynzee and James discuss the Look Back anime film from studio Durian, Uzumaki pissing away all of its goodwill, and some of the best anime premieres for Fall 2024!

The Uzumaki Anime is Almost Perfect Sep 30, 2024

The Uzumaki anime is out, and the visuals and music live up to the hype. Still, one thing isn't quite right...also our two favorite shows of the season have come to an end, so join us as we discuss the final episodes of Dead Dead Demon's Dedededestruction and Yatagarasu!

The New Madoka Anime is Really Happening! Sep 20, 2024

Aniplex made some big announcements this week, including a new teaser trailer for Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht!

Dead Dead Demon Anime's Big Cliff-Hanger! Sep 16, 2024

15 minutes until the destruction of Earth?! Dead Dead Demon’s Dedededestruction enters its end game. Meanwhile, Yatagarasu also has a huge reveal about its world and everything we thought we knew.

Florida Book Ban Comes for Manga Sep 13, 2024

Lynzee and James look at the latest book ban case to come out of Florida: Sasaki and Miyano volume 1, and share their favorite queer manga. Plus, Yatagarasu and Dead Dead Demon catch-up time!

Yatagarasu Anime Finally Returns Sep 09, 2024

After a long (Olympic) break, we finally return to Yatagarasu to see if we can find out the truth behind that weird monkey monster.

Navigating Toxic Fandom Discourse Aug 16, 2024

Lynzee and James catch up on Dead Dead Demon and have a long conversation about navigating toxic fandom discourse.

Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction Anime is INSANE Aug 14, 2024

Everyone, you're sleeping on this anime! Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction is totally wild, shocking, and eye-opening!

What Is Going on in the Elusive Samurai Anime? Jul 29, 2024

Lynzee and James strap in for more beheadings than humanly possible in the strange mix of comedic violence that is Elusive Samurai. Plus, our favorite bird people are back in Yatagarasu!

The BEST Anime Premieres of Summer 2024 Jul 17, 2024

This week, we're going to dive into the best premieres of the new anime season, give you a hefty news update from Anime Expo, and probably go on at least two (2) side tangents!

Best Reveals from the Nintendo Direct Jun 26, 2024

James and Lynzee go through the recent Nintendo Direct to discuss their most anticipated games coming out soon!

Kaiju No. 8's Biggest Monster Yet Jun 25, 2024

We're catching up on a lot of news this week from Gainax to Tohru Furuya.

Why You Should Watch Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction Jun 05, 2024

Lynzee and James welcome Richard Eisenbeis onto the podcast to discuss the first episode of the weird sci-fi series Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction!

Why Aren't You Watching This Anime Yet? May 29, 2024

Yeah, yeah, Kaiju No. 8 has all the great action scenes, but Yatagarasu is chewing up the scenery as the royal ladies absolutely lose their minds!?

100 Episodes of the ANN Aftershow!? May 23, 2024

The ANN After Show is at episode 100! Let's reflect on some of our favorite moments, catch up on Kaiju No. 8, Yatagarasu, and more this week!

Could There Be More Evangelion on the Horizon? May 15, 2024

James and Lynzee look into Hideaki Anno's latest hint that there might be more Evangelion after the last movie and news on the Lord of the Rings anime film!

Yatagarasu Gets Violent! May 10, 2024

James and Lynzee discuss the latest episode of Yatagarsu. Plus, GoHands keeps making anime, and we don't know WHY.

I Support Falin's Crimes May 03, 2024

This week, it's hot monster mommies and less hot AI-generated light novels.

Will You Watch Solo Leveling Season 2? Apr 24, 2024

James and Lynzee reflect on the end of Solo Leveling and whether its worldbuilding is worth its edgy turn. PLUS: The big monsters of Kaiju No. 8, & court intrigue in Yatagarasu!

What Anime Should You Watch Part 2 (Spring 2024) Apr 19, 2024

Jacki, Lynzee, and James are clearing out their new anime backlog to determine the must-watch shows of the season!

What New Anime Should You Watch? (Spring 2024 Edition) Apr 11, 2024

James and Lynzee are back after a hiatus to help YOU decide which of the best (and strangest) new anime premieres is worth watching. Also, James tries to explain how the omegaverse works in this one.

And the Anime Oscar Goes To.. Mar 14, 2024

Lynzee and James discuss the Oscar results, the untimely passing of Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama, Solo Leveling, and more!

Are the Anime Awards Broken? (Podcast Edition) Mar 06, 2024

Lynzee and James discuss the Crunchyroll Anime Award winners and try to explain why a single show can sweep so many categories. Plus: Solo-Leveling and more Delicious in Dungeon food!

Best, Worst, and Weirdest Pokémon Feb 28, 2024

James, Jacki, and Lynzee pick their favorite Pokémon from every type to celebrate Pokémon Day 2024!

Is Ninja Kamui Worth Watching? Feb 21, 2024

Lynzee and James check out the first two episodes of Sunghoo Park and Adult Swim's new anime series, NINJA KAMUI! Is the new blood-soaked action spectacle worth watching?

WTF is Going On in this Mecha Anime?! Feb 15, 2024

Jacki, James, and Lynzee try to figure out WHAT is happening in Brave Bang Bravern!

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