145. Anime Homework

It may be past spooky season, but that doesn't mean we're done with the scares! This week, we're diving into Shiki, the horror anime that reminds us that some things are better left undisturbed.Socials:beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.socialhttps://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyWhttps://www.threads.com/@animecornerpod

This week, we're diving into Terror in Resonance! I break down the anime's theme of trauma, loneliness and identity and the tragic end that brings this all together.Socials:beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.socialhttps://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyWhttps://www.threads.com/@animecornerpod

This week we head into Night City to talk about Cyberpunk: Edgerunners! I get into where the anime came from, Night City as a character itself, and the self destruction of our protagonist.Socials:beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.socialhttps://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyWhttps://www.threads.com/@animecornerpod

Fall is officially here, and that means a brand new season of anime is upon us! This week I'm looking ahead at the fall anime season and breaking down the shows that have us excited, curious and maybe a little skeptical. From a ton of returning series to some of the brand new shows, I'll be discussing what's worth keeping an eye on.Socials:beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.socialhttps://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyWhttps://www.threads.com/@animecornerpod

What makes a great shonen anime? Is it the fights, the characters, the world building, or just the ability to make us scream at our TV while some powers up for five straight episodes? This week I'm picking the best shonen and throwing them into the categories I believe they deserve.Socials:beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.socialhttps://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyWhttps://www.threads.com/@animecornerpod

This week I'm putting some of "Best Anime of All Time" lists together to see what is required anime homework and what isn't. I pulled from the top 10 anime lists from Buzzfeed, Men's Health, and CGMagazine so take these lists with a grain of salt.Socials:beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.socialhttps://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyWhttps://www.threads.com/@animecornerpod

This week I finally dive into Banana Fish and I was not prepared to for this one. Was Banana Fish worth the emotional damage? Is the ending one of most heartbreaking scenes in anime? Check out the this week's episode and find out!Socials:beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.socialhttps://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyWhttps://www.threads.com/@animecornerpod

This week I'm jumping into the Hidden Leaf and ranking my top 10 favorite Naruto arcs! From emotional beginnings of Land of Waves to some of Shippuden's biggest and most memorable moments.Links: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/799751/the-ninja-abcs-naruto-by-chanler-harris-illustrated-by-golden-books/Socials:beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.socialhttps://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyWhttps://www.threads.com/@animecornerpod

This week we're stepping out of anime and diving into Marvel Zombies! I discuss the What If... episode that got us here and all of wild moments of the show, biggest deaths and the ending of it all and how it sets up a season 2.Socials:beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.socialhttps://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyWhttps://www.threads.com/@animecornerpod

In this episode, I dive into great anime that I absolutely love... but probably never watch again. From heartbreaking stories and disturbing experiences to mysteries that lose some of their magic once you know the answers these shows left an impression, but for different reasons and I'm fine leaving them in the past. I also discuss some seasonal shows!Socials:beacons.ai/theanimecornerpodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@animecornerpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/spenj15.bsky.socialhttps://discord.gg/UwmJ33eEyWhttps://www.threads.com/@animecornerpod