Oh You So Uglymug! + ANI-MAY, Aoashi, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes, WIND BREAKER & Witch Watch

Party Like It’s the Three Kingdoms!What happens when one of China’s greatest military minds wakes up in modern-day Tokyo and decides to become a music manager? Ya Boy Kongming! blends ancient strategy with EDM beats, and we’re here for every chaotic, heartfelt moment. Join us as we break down this genre-bending banger and ask the big questions—like, would Sun Tzu make a good hype man?At More Than Hentai, we’re here to help you decide if the anime everyone’s talking about is actually worth your time—and your watchlist.Joining Brendan in the Sugoi Studio (calling in all the way from the US of A) is Dave, the voice behind Anime Field Guide.In this episode, we’re diving into:hook & expectationsstory & world-buildingcharacters & chemistryanimation & stylesoundtrack & voice actingimpact & watchabilityplus lots more anime related banter!A big thank you and virtual hug also goes out to our Producers - Duffo, Michael C and Oni, you're the best 🫶Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterKeep up to date with Courtney hereCheckout all the MTH content via our official websiteJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereWatch all our content in glorious HD video on both TikTok and YouTubeUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistCheck out all of the winners from the 2023 HENNIES, our entirely community driven anime awardsPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese...

The fiftieth episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is here and it's taking home all of the awards!!Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳Episode fifty-one sees the rivals discussing: All of the winners from the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards, sharing their thoughts on who did and did not deserve to winCrunchyroll's Summer release slateTony Tony Chopper's live action debutSpoiler-free impressions on the Dandadan: Evil Eye filmOngoing impressions on To Be Hero X, My Bias Gets on the Last Train, WIND BREAKER & The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn’t A Guy at AllPlus lots more anime and life related yappage!Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterKeep up to date with Courtney hereCheckout all the MTH content via our official websiteJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereWatch all our content in glorious HD video on both TikTok and YouTubeUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistCheck out all of the winners from the 2023 HENNIES, our entirely community driven anime awardsPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

The fiftieth episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is here and it's chock full of celebration and unfiltered Q&A action!Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳In our milestone 50th episode, your favorite rivals tackle over 30 burning questions submitted by you - the legendary Sugoi Squad! From hot takes to deep dives, no topic is off-limits. Topics include:Guilty pleasure animeAnime that made them cryAnime tropes they love and hateAnime that have inspired themWhat anime needs to be remade or brought back from the deadAll-time favourite animeAnime character likenessesUnskippable OPs and EDsCreating anime inspired by the podcastPlus lots more anime and life related yappage!Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterKeep up to date with Courtney hereCheckout all the MTH content via our official websiteJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereWatch all our content in glorious HD video on both TikTok and YouTubeUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistCheck out all of the winners from the 2023 HENNIES, our entirely community driven anime awardsPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired...

The forty-ninth episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is here and it's gonna rock your f**kin' socks off!!Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳Episode forty-nine sees the rivals discussing: Dandadan gets a new trailer AND a cinematic releaseThe 2025 Crunchyroll Anime AwardsMy Hero Academia: Vigilantes is a sleeper hit of the seasonSpring 2025 is the season of the OP and EDMy Happy Marriage season 2 being a bit of aturd sandwichOngoing impressions on To Be Hero X, My Bias Gets on the Last Train, WIND BREAKERPlus lots more anime and life related yappage!Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterKeep up to date with Courtney hereCheckout all the MTH content via our official websiteJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereWatch all our content in glorious HD video on both TikTok and YouTubeUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistCheck out all of the winners from the 2023 HENNIES, our entirely community driven anime awardsPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

The forty-eighth episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is here and it's gonna rock your f**kin' socks off!!Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳Episode forty-eight sees the rivals discussing: Donald Trump's 100% tariff on media from outside the United StatesIn The Clear Moonlit Dusk is getting an anime adaptationMyAnimeList has been acquired by Gaudiy IncAnime and the Met GalaOngoing impressions on The Apothecary Diaries, Black Butler, Rock is a Lady's Modesty, To Be Hero X, Return of the Disaster Class Hero, Witch Watch & Fire ForcePlus lots more anime and life related yappage!Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterKeep up to date with Courtney hereCheckout all the MTH content via our official websiteJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereWatch all our content in glorious HD video on both TikTok and YouTubeUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistCheck out all of the winners from the 2023 HENNIES, our entirely community driven anime awardsPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

The latest episode of More Than Hentai has arrived and it's here to cure whatever ails you!The salt and pepper senpai, Brendan White is joined in the Sugoi Studio by Australia's resident Master of the Cards, Mr. Nigel Chee, to share their thoughts on Natsu Hyuuga and OLM's 2023 drama mystery hit, The Apothecary Diaries.At More Than Hentai, our goal is to help you decide whether the featured anime is worth your time. In this episode, we’ll be discussing:hook &amp; expectationsstory &amp; world-buildingcharacters &amp; chemistryanimation &amp; stylesoundtrack &amp; voice actingimpact &amp; watchabilityplus lots more anime related banter!A big thank you and virtual hug also goes out to our Producers - Duffo, Michael C and Oni, you're the best 🫶Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterKeep up to date with Courtney hereCheckout all the MTH content via our official websiteJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereWatch all our content in glorious HD video on both TikTok and YouTubeUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistCheck out all of the winners from the 2023 HENNIES, our entirely community driven anime awardsPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)<a href="https://dash-water.com.au/" rel="noopener...

The forty-seventh episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is back and so is (in our best Justin Timberlake voice) Ani-May!!.Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳Episode forty-seven sees the rivals discussing: The assortment of deals and promotions around ANI-MAYAoashi getting a second seasonInitial reactions to the Uglymug, Epicfighter anime adaptationThoughts on Colorful Stage! The Movie: A Miku Who Can't SingReviewing episode 4 of Kowloon Generic RomanceOngoing impressions on My Hero Academia: Vigilantes, To Be Hero X, Witch Watch and BREAKER Plus lots more anime and life related yappage!Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterKeep up to date with Courtney hereCheckout all the MTH content via our official websiteJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereWatch all our content in glorious HD video on both TikTok and YouTubeUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistCheck out all of the winners from the 2023 HENNIES, our entirely community driven anime awardsPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

The forty-sixth episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is back and it's betting it all on black.Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳Episode forty-six sees the rivals discussing: Kakegurui getting remade by Netflix as Bet (and it looks bad)Webtoon partnering with PlayStationUoto (creator of Orb) announces new sports anime HyakuemoReviewing episode 3 of Kowloon Generic RomanceOngoing impressions on Food for the Soul, Black Butler, Rock is a Lady's Modesty, To Be, Sword of the Demon Slayer &amp; How I Met My SoulmatePlus lots more anime and life related yappage!Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterKeep up to date with Courtney hereCheckout all the MTH content via our official websiteJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereWatch all our content in glorious HD video on both TikTok and YouTubeUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistCheck out all of the winners from the 2023 HENNIES, our entirely community driven anime awardsPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

The forty-fifth episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is back and it's here to save the world and pat chicks.Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳Episode forty-five sees the rivals discussing: Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 7: Steel Ball Run is getting an anime adaptationScience Saru is making its own version of Ghost in the ShellCountless drama around The Beginning After the End anime adaptationNew seasons of Makeine and To Your Eternity are on the wayReviewing episode 2 of Kowloon Generic RomanceSpoiler-free review on MoonriseOngoing impressions on Lazarus, Witch Watch, To Be Hero X and Aharen-san S2Plus lots more anime and life related yappage!Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterKeep up to date with Courtney hereCheckout all the MTH content via our official websiteJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereWatch all our content in glorious HD video on both TikTok and YouTubeUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistCheck out all of the winners from the 2023 HENNIES, our entirely community driven anime awardsPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at...

The forty-forth episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is back with our early takeaways from the Spring 2025 season!Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳Episode forty-four sees the rivals discussing: Devil May Cry is getting a second seasonThe Kodansha Manga AwardsDimension 20's Fantasy High is getting a webcomicNew seasons of Makeine and To Your Eternity are on the wayReviewing episode 1 of Kowloon Generic RomanceOngoing impressions on Lazarus, Witch Watch, Rock is a Lady's Modesty, To Be Hero X and Sword of the Demon SlayerPlus lots more anime and life related yappage!Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterKeep up to date with Courtney hereCheckout all the MTH content via our official websiteJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereWatch all our content in glorious HD video on both TikTok and YouTubeUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistCheck out all of the winners from the 2023 HENNIES, our entirely community driven anime awardsPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)