DISCUSSION

This week, Captain Spike leads a discussion on getting into anime! The Podcast PIrates are joined by Sulker, their co-host on the Same Type Attack Bonus podcast, to talk about their own personal histories getting into anime, as well as how they have gotten others into anime, and their recommendations on getting people into anime who are unfamiliar with it.

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This week, we talk about how we got into anime, how to get into anime, and how to get others into anime! What are your experiences?

EXITLUDE

– Transformation Sequence

– Podyuken Comic Cosplays and Cons Podcast

– Game Buoy

– RangerPRIDE

– Reading is Fundamental

– Same Type Attack Bonus

DISCUSSION

On this episode, First Mate Slagkick and Captain Spike take a look at some of their favorite new shows of the Summer 2017 anime season!

• 7O3X Fastest Finger First (Crunchyroll)
• Clean Freak Aoyama-kun (Crunchyroll)
• Elegant Yokai Apartment Life (Crunchyroll)
• GAMERS! (Crunchyroll)
• Katsugeki TOUKEN RANBU (Crunchyroll)
• The Reflection (Crunchyroll)
• Welcome to the Ballroom (Anime Strike)

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This week we’re highlighting some of our favorite anime of the Summer 2017 season! What have you been watching?

EXITLUDE

– Transformation Sequence

– Podyuken Comic Cosplays and Cons Podcast

– Game Buoy

– RangerPRIDE

– Reading is Fundamental

– Same Type Attack Bonus

DISCUSSION

On this episode, Captain Spike leads a discussion on how to get into the Gundam series! The Podcast Pirates give an overview of the different Gundam timelines and entry points for each, as well as their own experiences watching the shows and overarching themes of the franchise.

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On our next episode, Cpt. Spike leads a discussion on the Gundam meta-series! What’s your favorite entry in the franchise?

EXITLUDE

– Transformation Sequence

– Podyuken Comic Cosplays and Cons Podcast

– Game Buoy

– RangerPRIDE

– Reading is Fundamental

– Same Type Attack Bonus

DISCUSSION

This month, First Mate Slagkick and Captain Spike discuss Space Patrol Luluco! This short-form anime from Trigger blends humor, sci-fi, and teen romance into a tight and enjoyable package. The Podcast Pirates discuss production history, characters, and themes of the show, as well as its connections to other Trigger productions.

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This month we look at Trigger’s 2016 sci-fi short form anime, Space Patrol Luluco! Have you seen it?

EXITLUDE

– Transformation Sequence

– Podyuken Comic Cosplays and Cons Podcast

– Game Buoy

– RangerPRIDE

– Reading is Fundamental

– Same Type Attack Bonus

DISCUSSION

This month, First Mate Slagkick and Captain Spike discuss the critically acclaimed 2016 film, Your Name. The Podcast Pirates discuss the creative talent, characters, themes, soundtrack, and other elements that make this a modern classic.

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This month we’re talking about Your Name. Are you familiar with this 2016 film that was critically acclaimed in Japan?

EXITLUDE

– Transformation Sequence

– Podyuken Comic Cosplays and Cons Podcast

– Game Buoy

– RangerPRIDE

– Reading is Fundamental

– Same Type Attack Bonus

DISCUSSION

This month, First Mate Slagkick and Captain Spike discuss the action packed classic, Chip ‘N Dale Rescue Rangers! The Podcast Pirates discuss production history, characters, and themes of the show, as well as its impact on them and their personal connections to the show.

DISCUSSION

This month, First Mate Slagkick and Captain Spike discuss Speed Racer, the live action motion picture adaption of the classic manga and anime! The Podcast Pirates discuss production history, characters, and themes of the film, as well as its success as a Western-produced live action adaptaion of an anime series.

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This month we’re shifting gears a bit and talking about the 2008 live action adaptation of Speed Racer! Have you seen this cult classic?

EXITLUDE

– Transformation Sequence

– Podyuken Comic Cosplays and Cons Podcast

– Game Buoy

– RangerPRIDE

– Reading is Fundamental

– Same Type Attack Bonus

DISCUSSION

This month, First Mate Slagkick and Captain Spike discuss The Vision of Escaflowne! This influental anime blended the genres of fantasy and mecha anime and has stood the test of time. The Podcast Pirates discuss production history, characters, and themes of the show, as well as its impact on them and their personal connections to the show.

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This month we discuss The Vision of Escaflowne, which celebrated its 20th anniversary last year! Have you seen this fantasy/mech gem?

EXITLUDE

– Transformation Sequence

– Podyuken Comic Cosplays and Cons Podcast

– Game Buoy

– RangerPRIDE

– Reading is Fundamental

– Same Type Attack Bonus