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We are a weekly anime podcast that is currently in year 7! We are a group of online friends talking anime, playing games and whatever else we come up with this week! We have an active discord if you ever want to join, all we ask is that you be nice and respectful. Links to everything can be found here --> https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime
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2025 is over!!! Now before we jump into Anime of the Year and 2026, lets give our thoughts on the last season of anime. Spoilers ahead!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro0:53 - Overall impressions of Fall 20252:54 - Sanda15:16 - Yano Kun17:28 - This Monster Wants to Eat Me30:45 - Umamusume Cinderella Gray Part 236:22 - May I Ask For One Final Thing50:24 - Wandance59:25 - My Awkward Senpai1:08:56 - A Mangaka's Weirdly Wonderful Workplace1:10:25 - A Star Brighter Than The Sun1:29:23 - With You, Our Love Will Make It Through1:33:16 - Campfire Cooking1:33:34 - Spy x Family S31:34:14 - Anime of the Year time!1:36:07 - Final thoughts on the Fall anime
Welcome to Anime Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode, we will be reviewing the 2017 anime Tsuredure ChildrenSocials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:24 - First impressions10:29 - What is Tsuredure Children?11:17 - How the unusual story structure affected the show16:00 - What series would benefit with a similar structure24:08 - A Rewatchers experience32:15 - Best and worst couples46:26 - Community poll results54:16 - Couples tropes we want to see more of1:02:08 - Closing thoughts and scores1:05:38 - What we're watching next
2026 is just around the corner, and on todays episode we are going over all the new shows that caught our eye for next season and talking sequels towards the end. Looking for something specific? Use the timestamps to navigate!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro3:20 - Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table8:50 - You and I are Polar Opposites12:47 - Love Through a Prism19:38 - Journal with Witch25:49 - Kaya-chan Isn't Scary28:44 - In the Clear Moonlit Dusk33:13 - Dead Account40:43 - The Holy Grail of Eris46:58 - The Demon Kings Daughter is Too Kind49:34 - The Darwin Incident55:50 - The Invisible Man and his Soon-to-Be Wife1:02:40 - Frieren S21:06:24 - Hell's Paradise S21:09:21 - Oshi no Ko S31:11:13 - Chained Soldier S21:11:59 - Trigun Stargaze1:13:28 - Golden Kamuy Final Season1:13:58 - Medalist S21:15:30 - Other shows, sequels, and movies
Welcome to Anime Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode, we will be reviewing the 2025 anime Ave Mujica.Socials/Discord - linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro1:28 - First impressions11:15 - Subway Takes about the portrayal of mental illness30:34 - The Characterization of the cast38:43 - Picking up things on a rewatch43:28 - Favorite episodes49:50 - The lack of a band and music in a Girls Band show (and a 2nd hot take from Miles)55:06 - What we want to see in season 21:02:44 - AVE is EVA1:06:52 - Closing thoughts and scores1:19:48 - What we're watching next
AUDIO ONLY LISTENERS, WE HAVE VISUALS ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBEhttps://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanimeIts been almost 2 years but were back baby! Anime Jeopardy 12? Think you know anime? You don't know shit. Or maybe you do, who knows. Play along to find out.
Welcome to Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode we will be reviewing the 2025 anime, Medalist!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:17 - First impressions14:14 - Standout relationships in Medalist26:14 - How the cast works to achieve their dreams31:36 - Favorite side characters and moments36:27 - N-T-aRt?42:30 - Back to side characters and moments45:01 - Teaching a sport the right way1:00:46 - Closing thoughts and scores1:17:52 - What we're watching next
We did one of theses over a year ago, so why not do it again. Answering viewers questions on Anime Mailbag 2: Electric Boogaloo!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro1:57 - Taking a swing at new subject matter in anime13:28 - Holiday shows, snacks, and drinks21:48 - Favorite conventions and bucket list events33:42 - Best and worst YouTuber anime41:13 - One last Watch Club nomination47:39 - Changing personal anime opinions over time56:07 - What’s the first anime to make you cry?1:02:00 - Anime we want (or don't want) to get the One Piece treatment1:10:00 - Genres we want more of in anime1:19:48 - Perfectly balanced romance anime1:25:09 - Swapping MC's in each others shows1:30:38 - Anime to video game adaptations (and favorite 10 Brother)1:36:12 - Visiting real life Japanese landmarks from anime
Welcome to Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode we are reviewing the 2025 anime, Turkey! Time to StrikeSocials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro0:47 - Bowler... Gamertags?7:21 - Premise and first impressions16:47 - The live seasonal watcher reaction19:50 - The later non-seasonal watcher reaction24:29 - The Haikyuu!, Birdie Wing, and Turkey! Goldilocks Spectrum29:59 - Balancing the highs and lows of the drama44:47 - The final arc (Miles rant time)54:59 - How having a non-anime writer affected the writing58:37 - Final thoughts and scores1:07:45 - What we're watching next
Do you find yourself scratching your head at some peoples critiques and reviews on certain anime? Do elitist, prestigious and outright bad takes make you laugh? Do you like games? If you answered yes to hopefully all of these, then we got the episode for you, the MyAnimeList review game! We take these reviews and make it a fun guessing game between the hosts, but you can play along with as well! Let us know you score in the comments, or our discord!Scoring:Correct show is 2 pointsCorrect rating is 2 pointsGetting both correct in additional 2 points orCorrect show is 2 pointsCorrect rating within a 2 point rating is 1 pointGetting both correct is an additional bonus point 0:00 - Intro3:00 - Round 138:25 - Round 2Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime
Welcome to Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode, we will be reviewing the 2025 anime, The Summer Hikaru DiedSocials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro1:47 - First impressions7:42 - Synopsis9:11 - How well the setting and production set the tension and vibes.17:44 - How the story avoids a negative tonal whiplash21:06 - Real BL or just exploring yourself?23:26 - How the town handles grief and allowing characters to be "selfish"28:34 - Manipulation, gaslighting, and coping36:52 - Who is Tanaka and predictions for the future39:09 - The Hikaru Pete proposal42:19 - Wrapping up the first season47:45 - Favorite side characters50:14 - The mysteries themselves of the town and story52:56 - Closing thoughts and scores1:01:39 - What we're watching next
Its comfy season and thus comes a slate of a new shows and we are here to give our thoughts on the new season with our first impressions episode! Slight spoilers for shows ahead so please use the timestamps below to dodge those spoilers.Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro1:18 - First impressions of the "light" season6:25 - This Monster Wants to Eat Me15:03 - May I Ask For One Final Thing?26:39 - Sanda34:19 - Wandance47:40 - SPEED ROUND51:09 - Yano-kun's Ordinary Days56:46 - A Star Brighter Than the Sun1:06:32 - My Awkward Senpai1:21:55 - Sexy Beastars (aka With You Our Love Will Make It Through)1:24:11 - Pete's Sequels and Other Shows
Welcome to Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode, will be reviewing the 2018 anime, Zombieland Saga Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro4:15 - First Impressions13:43 - Synopsis15:25 - Jolyne's first watch vs everyone else's rewatches20:34 - Different eras of "idols"27:29 - The Manager's greatest hits36:43 - Zombieland Saga's hits & misses45:22 - Epic Rap Battles of ZLS52:50 - The handling of Lily's character56:35 - Anitwt localization culture wars are stupid1:00:29 - Best girl discussion1:04:17 - Closing thoughts and final scores1:11:14 - What we're watching next1:18:51 - Bonus bit!
Welcome to Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode we will be reviewing the 2004 OVA Le Portrait de Petit Cossette (The Portrait of Cossette)Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:25 - First Impressions10:30 - Quick Overview12:49 - So what happened in these episodes?25:25 - Happily ever after?32:10 - Lets be positive!38:27 - Miles: The Cossette Defender!50:46 - Final Thoughts & Ratings58:00 - What We're Watching Next
Welcome to What Do You Say Anime!? Summer has come and passed, and what was left in the ruins was maybe the best season of anime ever? We are here to discuss!Due to the craziness of summer, joining me today to help review is Nick/Sora of the Waifu's and Weeaboos Podcast and Tyler from the Anime Degens Podcast. If you'd like to support them, links to their content is below. SPOILER WARNING AHEAD. USE TIMESTAMPS TO AVOID SPOILERSTyler's Podcast - linktr.ee/AnimedegensSora/Nick's Podcast - https://linktr.ee/waifusandweeaboosSocials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro6:15 - TBHX25:00 - City: The Animation37:59 - Nick/Sora Introduction39:00 - Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity44:25 - April Showers Bring May Flowers49:05 - My Dress Up Darling S254:37 - With You and The Rain1:00:47 - Tyler Introduction1:01:50 - Dandadan S21:13:48 - Call of the Night S21:24:04 - Anne Shirley1:34:30 - Turkey1:47:25 - Milky Subway1:52:43 - The Summer Hikaru Died2:08:00 - Final Thoughts + Grand Blue & Silent Witch
Welcome to Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode, we will be reviewing one of the most anticipated and divisive animes of 2025, the Shinchioru Wantanabe original, Lazarus.Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro 1:36 - First impressions12:15 - Synopsis16:50 - Highs and lows of the story18:47 - The world building in Lazarus42:20 - Impressions on the effect of Hapna50:35 - The Airport Incident and drug development55:42 - Ending of Lazarus1:03:26 - The production quality1:09:43 - Closing thoughts and scores1:26:06 - What we're watching next time
Put away the short shorts, and swap into some sweatpants cause its Fall time baby! Coming off the backs of a monster Summer season, its now for the final season of 2025 and thus comes another preview episode with Pete and Miles. Let us know what you are excited for the most in the comments!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime1:00 - First impressions3:26 - Wandance11:54 - This Monster Wants to Eat Me18:29 - Disney's Twisted Wonderland26:05 - My Awkward Senpai33:20 - Sanda38:51 - Dusk Beyond the End of the World47:13 - May I ask you for one final thing?53:26 - Touring After the Apocalypse56:18 - A Star Brighter Than the Sun1:03:11 - Shabake1:07:43 - A Mangaka's Weirdly Wonderful Workplace1:12:33 - Yano-kun's Ordinary Days1:18:57 - Sequels, movies, and other shows
Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode we will be reviewing the 2025 anime, Maebashi Witches!Discord/Socials - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 Intro2:14 First Impressions8:30 Azu's journey17:13 Eiko's story20:49 Miles on Choco's and the other witches storylines28:00 Power of Friendship vs Power of Help FROM Friends40:02 Production quality of Maebashi Witches46:34 Keroppe... what he do?50:17 Theories and ideas about the ending58:24 Closing thoughts & scores1:10:19 What we're watching next
A month has passed and a new conflict has entered the Ooku. Join us today as we dive into and discuss the 2nd installment of the Mononoke movie franchise, The Ashes of RageOur review of movie 1 - https://youtu.be/TzfPoD3wiyMSocials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 Intro1:08 First Impressions2:51 The Lead in of Movie 1 into Movie 212:13 The message of the Spark24:18 Politics & Otomo35:21 Final Thoughts and Rating
Welcome to Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode we will reviewing the first season of Kamisama Kiss.Spoiler warning ahead for Fruits Basket as wellMinor audio issue in the intros Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 Intro2:12 First Impressions10:07 Synopsis11:44 Beginnings and Building Plot20:50 Supporting Cast27:36 Handling the Romance37:02 Theming, Messaging and Characterization 50:30 Misc. Things We Liked56:47 Final Thoughts and Rating1:05:46 What We're Watching Next
A mythical little creature, a short acne faced child, and those scary ass things from the movie gremlins. All phrases all used to describe the slang term gremlin according to urban dictionary, but what the hell does that mean for anime characters? A rowdy tsundere? A loveable yandere? On todays episode, we discuss the groundwork in what we think makes a gremlin, along with the subgenres that go into being a menace.Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 Intro4:35 Origins of the term "Gremlin"6:37: What is a gremlin?15:11 Haruhi Suzumiya17:05 Goblin energy18:47 Kyubey22:43 Types of chaos and Pete's other examples of goblins28:25 Hobgoblins32:04 Tanya Degurechaff34:17 Miles on gremlins and Plato's Theory of Forms43:33 Anya Forger: gremlin, kid, or both?45:10 Discord submitted gremlins1:01:31 Mount Rushmore of Gremlins1:10:42 Final thoughts
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