Strictly Anime

281. Strictly Chatting

We’re strictly chatting. For this chat, we discuss the My Hero Academia OVA, questionable decisions by Crunchyroll, Zelda leaks, and Sony going from the “golden child” to

280. Rent-a-Girlfriend (S4)

We review the fourth season of Rent-a-Girlfriend. By some miracle, we are still watching this anime. And if you continue to be on this journey with us, we thank you. We d

279. Nippon Sangoku: The Three Nations of the Crimson Sun (S1)

We review the first season of Nippon Sangoku: The Three Nations of the Crimson Sun. An unexpected setting meets a unique animation style, giving us a sleeper hit for this

278. Summer 2026 Anime First Impressions

We discuss our spoiler-free Summer 2026 anime first impressions. Lots of romance anime, with a few unique shows mixed in. We share our thoughts on a new and surprising Ky

277. Daemons of the Shadow Realm (Part 1)

We review the first half of Daemons of the Shadow Realm. From the creator of Full Metal Alchemist: Brotherhood comes a new story with an Edward Elric look-alike. We discu

276. Witch Hat Atelier (S1)

We review the first season of Witch Hat Atelier. This seemingly cozy, fluffy magic anime is surprisingly honest, real, and full of mystery. We discuss the magic system ro

275. Strictly Chatting

We’re strictly chatting. With a lot of topics to cover, we chat about tornadoes, the Pokemon Fossil Museum, announcements from the video game showcases, and FIFA World Cu

274. Oshi No Ko (S3)

We review the third season of Oshi no Ko. The series finally strikes the delicate balance between showbiz bashing and plot progression this season, especially when there’

273. The 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards

We discuss the 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards. It’s the ten year anniversary for the award show, but there wasn’t much to celebrate. We share our thoughts on the award sho

272. Strictly Chatting

We’re strictly chatting. How dare they. How dare they do that in My Hero Academia: More. How dare they do that with the Pokemon x Target collaboration. How dare they do t

271. Spring 2026 Anime First Impressions

We discuss our spoiler-free Spring 2026 anime first impressions. We’ve got another promising season for the romance fans, and several unexpected moments from premiere epi

270. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End (S2)

We review the second season of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End. Anime’s most comforting show continues to impart important life lessons on us. We discuss the romantic momen

269. Jujutsu Kaisen: The Culling Game Part 1 (S3)

We review season 3 of Jujutsu Kaisen: The Culling Game Part 1. MAPPA has evolved this anime into something cinematic and intense, even with curse powers that seem a littl

268. Gachiakuta (S1 Part 2)

We review the second half of Gachiakuta season one. Trash takes a back seat as the focus shifts to shonen battles and expanding the mystery. We discuss Zanka’s weak backs

267. Sakamoto Days (S1 Part 2)

We review the second half of Sakamoto Days season one. With more plot progression than the first half, the second cour is action-packed and full of mystery. We discuss Sa

266. Strictly Chatting

We’re strictly chatting. It’s been a minute since our last chat, and we have a lot to talk about. We share details on our vacation, Punch the monkey, the return of Yona o

265. To Your Eternity (S3 Part 1)

We review the first half of To Your Eternity season 3. After being burned by the previous season, we return to Fushi’s journey with more mixed feelings. We discuss the co

264. Winter 2026 Anime First Impressions

We discuss our spoiler-free Winter 2026 anime first impressions. The new year is coming in strong with great shows, including several solid romance anime. We share our th

263. Spy x Family (S3)

We review the third season of Spy x Family. We’ve been wanting this anime to give us something substantial to the plot, and did this season deliver? Sort of. We discuss i

262. My Hero Academia (S8)

We review the final season of My Hero Academia. It’s the end of another era in anime as one of the biggest shonen series in recent years comes to an end. We discuss the c