Anime Alchemists

Become a Paid Subscriber: <a href="https://anchor.fm/emory-villalovos/subscribe" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/emory-villalovos/subscribe</a> Two brothers come together to discuss, argue and enlighten in all things anime. Mostly two guys talking about all the anime things you wish would be brought up more!

Who's Bigger Kaido or Shenron?

SPOILER WARNING!! Make sure to check out all our episodes on Spotify, Google Podcast, and Apple Podcast! New Episodes every Wednesday, Videos on Thursdays! Make sure to Join our Discord Server at the Misdirection Pirates! https://discord.gg/9VQZ9nU4 You can check out our merch at https://store.streamelements.com/animealchemistspodcast This week we remind ourselves why we limit the amount of One Piece we talk about. But dont worry its not all One Piece we do talk about the peak fiction that is Dragon Ball. If you enjoy the classics this may be the episode for you! Thank you everyone who listens and watches. We cant do this without your continued support! Like, Subscribe, and turn that Notification on! To find the best app to listen to us on go to https://anchor.fm/emory-villalovos

08-09
33:23

Who is The Tyrant Kuma? Ft. TheChosenJuan

On this episode of Anime Alchemists, Emory and Gary recap some of the things that transpired on ep. 984 of One Piece!! Like always we get into some other One Piece topics that it seems like no one else is. Big shout out to TheChosenJuan for coming by and talking about how he got into One Piece and some of his theories now that he's caught up. This week we show you a different meaning for Anime Leader of The Week. We even have a nice segment to recommend anime to some new watchers. reminder you can always check out Emory on TikTok @emvjuro

08-11
01:20:24

Your 2026 Anime Roadmap, Jump Festa Unpacked

Get your holiday hype! We're delivering the biggest gifts from Jump Festa. This episode covers everything from One Piece’s monumental schedule change and tease of the final treasure to My Hero Academia's major anniversary comeback. We also dive into the new seasons for Jujutsu Kaisen and Black Clover, plus the Netflix debut of JoJo’s Steel Ball Run. We break down all the announcements you need to know to get ready for an incredible year in anime. Follow for your weekly anime news!#AnimeAlchemists #JumpFesta #OnePiece #MHA #JJK

12-24
01:11:13

MHA Is Officially Over!!?

This week's anime news menu features a legendary burger collab, major finale rumors, and the return of a beloved journey. We're talking about the Spy x Family team-up with Houston's Trill Burger, the latest on Black Clover's impending end, and why Frieren's return is the moment we've waited two years for. We also cover updates across JJK, Fire Force, Fate, and more.Then, we dive deep into our top topics: the peak storytelling in My Hero Academia and One Piece, our thoughts on the "Trashman" (Gatchiakuta) anime, and a heated discussion on GameStop and the scalper economy affecting all gamers.Follow for your weekly mix of anime hype and essential community talk.#AnimeAlchemists #SpyxFamily #MHA #OnePiece #Gaming

12-17
01:22:40

Jack Sparrow Could Be In One Piece?

This week, we're talking charts, finales, and a legendary meet-up. We break down the newest ORICON manga sales rankings and what they tell us, discuss the serious rumors about Black Clover racing toward its conclusion, and share the great story behind a famous Hollywood star's surprise appearance with One Piece's creator.We're also revisiting the unique world of "Trash Man" (Gatchiakuta) and breaking down our latest One Piece observations.Follow The Anime Alchemists for your essential weekly anime news and discussions.I hope these versions sound more natural and engaging for your audience. If you'd like to emphasize a different topic or adjust the tone further, feel free to let me know.

12-10
01:06:38

Bakugo Is One Of The BEST Written Characters

We're tackling two major headlines: the exciting rumors of a potential My Hero Academia sequel movie and the hot-button controversy around AI-generated animation in new anime. We'll break down why certain scenes are raising eyebrows and what it means for the industry.Then, we dive into our weekly topics, sharing why the current arc of MHA is delivering peak shonen action and giving you compelling reasons to tune into Spy x Family Season 2. We also revisit the gritty world of Gatchiakuta and unpack the enduring appeal of "Dark Villainess" stories.Follow The Anime Alchemists for your weekly dose of anime news and deep dives.#AnimeAlchemists #MyHeroAcademia #SpyFamily #AI #Animation

12-03
01:02:09

My Hero Finally Has Been PERFECT

Vegapunk's message has been sent, and the world of One Piece will never be the same. We're breaking down the biggest new theories and what it all means for the final saga. But that's not all—this week is packed with major news and fiery debates.We pay our respects to director Tatsuya Nagamine before diving into the headlines: Dragon Ball Super, Pretty Cure, the new English voice for Bakugo, and the stunning announcement that My Hero Academia is down to its final 5 episodes.Then, we wage our own "Crazy Wars in Anime" debate. Is the current arc of My Hero Academia the best it's ever been? How are the latest One Piece episodes setting up the endgame? We also deliver our first takes on the new series "Crash Out Princess" and a full Gatchiakuta recap that has us asking... where did these guns come from?Follow now so you don't miss the anime theory-crafting and weekly news breakdowns.#AnimeAlchemists#OnePiece#Vegapunk#MyHeroAcademia#Gatchiakuta#AnimeTheories

11-19
01:26:34

One Piece Live Action Is COOKING With This!

Dive into the world of anime and manga with The Anime Alchemists. We break down the weekly news, from the latest on the One Piece live-action casts like Ace and Bon Clay to the discussion around a potential Ozai redemption arc. We also cover the announcements for new series like the K-pop Demon Hunter sequel and dig into the details of the OP-14 card list.When we're not covering news, we're giving our recommendations. That means deep-dive recaps of shows like Hazbin Hotel, essential classics like Death Note, and a look at the new stories hitting the scene, such as Gnosia, Status Assassin Exceeds Hero, and a range of isekai and fantasy titles like A Wild Last Boss Appeared and Pass the Monster Meat Milady.Follow now to get your weekly anime fix.#AnimeAlchemists #AnimePodcast #MangaNews #AnimeNews #OnePiece #HazbinHotel #Isekai #AnimeReview

11-12
01:05:59

One Piece is OFFICIALLY going SEASONAL

Big anime news this week — One Piece is officially going seasonal starting April 2026!We’ve also got updates on Daemons of the Shadow Realm, the new anime from the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, and a fresh batch of manga and anime discussions you don’t want to miss.This week we break down the latest Black Clover chapters. Asta and Noelle teaming up, Yami’s new demon form, the Fuegoleon trio finally getting their moment, and Leo stepping up as MVP. Plus, a romcom recommendation that caught us off guard: May I Ask You One Last Thing? might just be the wholesome watch we’ve been waiting for.And to wrap things up, we play a One Piece 20 Questions game that gets way too competitive (as always).#AnimePodcast #OnePiece #BlackClover #AnimeNews #Manga #AnimeDiscussion #Podcast #Anime #AnimeReview #WeeklyAnime #Shonen #Otaku

11-05
57:44

All Might Proving He Didn't Need One For ALL

We're breaking down the biggest anime and manga news of the week! We dig into the "House of Pikachu" art exhibit, the move of "Delicious in Dungeon" to Crunchyroll, and the official word on Blue Lock Season 2. For our main topics, we share our thoughts on the final season of My Hero Academia, the curious case of a certain "Trash Man," and our top anime recommendations you won't want to miss.The Anime Alchemists Podcast: Turning your favorite stories into conversation.#AnimeAlchemists #AnimeNews #AnimePodcast #DeliciousInDungeon #BlueLock #MHA #TrashMan #AnimeRecommendations #Crunchyroll #Podcast

10-15
01:17:44

We Convince Our Editor To Watch These Anime

The Anime Alchemists Podcast. This week, we're tackling industry upheavals: Crunchyroll's switch to a new dubbing partner, the viral debate over One-Punch Man's animation, the shutdown of Manga Planet, and what the One Piece hiatus really means for the live-action show.Then, we take on our most important mission yet: creating the essential anime watchlist for the "Bunnielord." We make the case for classics like Code Geass, underrated romances like Golden Time, and the undeniable hype of Shangri-La Frontier. Tune in for the definitive guide to fixing an anime watchlist.Subscribe to The Anime Alchemists for your weekly dose of anime news and curated chaos.#anime #onepiece #codesseass #crunchyroll #animenews #manga #podcast

10-08
57:10

Possibly The GREATEST Anime Movie Of All Time

The Anime Alchemists Podcast delivers weekly anime news and deep dives. This episode covers the global release date for the Chainsaw Man Reze movie, the surprise announcement of Blue Lock Season 3 and a live-action film, and the collaboration between V-Tuber Maid Mint and Toei. We also share our spoiler-free thoughts on the Demon Slayer movie, review the TobeheroX finale, and make our season 2 predictions. The episode ends with the ultimate challenge: picking the five anime we would watch for the rest of our lives, and new recommendations for Sam.Search "Anime Alchemists" wherever you get your podcasts.#anime #podcast #chainsawman #bluelock #demonslayer#manga #vtuber #animenews #animecommunity

10-01
01:44:55

Boruto Is Actually A Perfect Sequel To Naruto

Confession time: we weren't always Boruto fans. But the last ten chapters of Boruto: Next Generations have completely changed our minds.On this episode, we're talking about the specific moments and story turns that won over two former skeptics. We're breaking down the incredible momentum and character work that has us finally, fully invested—all without spoiling the big surprises. If you wrote this series off, this is the perfect episode to hear why it might be time to come back.The Anime Alchemists Podcast: we're just fans who sometimes get it wrong. Find our full archive wherever you listen.

09-17
01:42:16

Gatchiakuta Giving Fresh Perspective

HIDIVE is giving away free anime seasons to compete with Crunchyroll – we break down whether it’s worth your time. Plus, a brand new JJK spinoff manga, Jujutsu Kaisen: Modulo, is announced, and the long-awaited Naruto HD remake is finally complete after two years.We also review this week’s hottest anime episodes:· Dandadan: The wildest alien-yokai showdown yet· Trash Man: Would YOU use that item? (Ethics debate incoming)· Kaiju No. 8: Kafka’s new form revealed?FOLLOW FOR DAILY ANIME TAKES:Twitter @AnimeAlchemists | TikTok @AnimeAlchemistsPodSUBSCRIBE for weekly deep dives on anime news, manga recs, and unfiltered reviews.

09-10
01:04:52

Big 3 Creators Confirm Luffy Would Win

This week we break down all the biggest anime and manga news, including Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 confirmed for January 2026, Dragon Ball Z ranking as NYC’s second most popular anime, and tons of shows unexpectedly leaving Hulu.We also dive into some heavy topics, like the real-life tragedy wrongly blamed on One Piece, and debate whether Luffy could really take down Naruto and Ichigo in a fight. Plus, full reviews of this week’s anime like Dandadan, Trash Man, Water Magician, and My Dress Up Darling, along with the latest Boruto chapters (65-70).FULL VIDEO: Watch on YouTubehttps://youtu.be/669sBrh2wCwAUDIO VERSION: Spotify | Apple PodcastsFOLLOW US: @AnimeAlchemistsPodcast on Twitter & TikTokSUBSCRIBE for weekly anime deep dives, manga reviews, and late-night tangents every Wednesday!

09-03
01:16:24

These Anime Are Absolute Cinema

We’ve been watching a ton of anime lately, so it’s time to rank our top 10 of the year (so far).On top of that, we’ve got a bunch of anime news to cover: Perfect Blue is coming back to theaters for a limited run, Labubu and Uniqlo just dropped a collab, and Natalie Portman and Mark Ruffalo are starring in a new animated sci-fi film called ARCO. Plus, scalpers are already ruining the One Piece x McDonald’s collab. We also share weekly thoughts on To Be Hero X, DanDaDan, Kaiju No. 8, and One Piece, and then wrap things up by catching up on Boruto chapters 55–65.

08-28
01:39:29

These Anime Are Absolute Cinema

We’ve been watching a ton of anime lately, so it’s time to rank our top 10 of the year (so far).On top of that, we’ve got a bunch of anime news to cover: Perfect Blue is coming back to theaters for a limited run, Labubu and Uniqlo just dropped a collab, and Natalie Portman and Mark Ruffalo are starring in a new animated sci-fi film called ARCO. Plus, scalpers are already ruining the One Piece x McDonald’s collab. We also share weekly thoughts on To Be Hero X, DanDaDan, Kaiju No. 8, and One Piece, and then wrap things up by catching up on Boruto chapters 55–65.

08-27
01:39:29

Why Is To Be Hero X Still Slept On?

To Be Hero X just keeps getting better.We catch up on the series all the way through episode 20, break down what’s happening, and throw out some wild theories about what might be coming next.We also talk about how Kaiju No. 8 has been consistently great, why Dan Da Dan is such a standout series, and our excitement for My Dress-Up Darling season 2.On top of that, we dive into the latest Black Clover chapters where Yuno pulls off an insane combo, mixing Asta’s anti-magic with his wind and star magic. It’s a stacked episode — let’s talk anime.Support the YouTube: https://youtu.be/8AoJveFOV8g

08-20
01:20:36

Boruto has OFFICIALLY Been Compared to One Piece

THIS EPISODE UNPACKS:Anime/Manga News Nuclear Takes: Gege Akutami’s real relationship with Oda, LA One Piece S2 trailer breakdown, Boruto vs. One Piece fandom wars, and Black Clover’s 10th anniversary surprises!Horikoshi’s Bombshell: My Hero Academia’s end game vs. his new series’ "unfulfilled MHA ambition" .Weekly Anime Fire:Kaiju #8 S2: Defense Force’s new threats & Kafka’s secret struggle, Dandadan S2,My Dress Up Darling S2: Marin’s cosplay revolution & Gojo’s new designs, Gatchiakuta’s. One Piece Egghead Arc: Vegapunk’s revelation & Saturn’s wrath.Support Our Tube:

08-13
01:11:47

We're A Boruto Podcast Now?

This week on The Anime Alchemists, we’re diving into anime’s biggest headlines and hottest debates—delivered with the deep dives you’d expect from Trash Taste and the news rigor of The Anime Experience.TOPICS COVERED: Controversy Alert: Shueisha’s ex-chief editor Torishima (Dragon Ball’s former editor) criticizes Oda’s anime involvement—is One Piece’s manga suffering?Real-World Impact: Why Indonesians are flying One Piece’s Straw Hat flag as a political protest against government corruption Exclusive Reveals: Solo Leveling: Ragnarok WEBTOON spinoff confirmed + Uniqlo’s Dandadan collab (July 3rd)Series Deep Dives:Kaiju No. 8 Season 2’s looming threats, Gachiakuta’s 2025 anime hype (Bones Studio),Boruto Chapters 50–55 breakdown: Kawaki’s betrayal & Code’s revenge, Cant Forget a Fun Martin Game ClassicIN THE VEIN OF SHONEN FLOP / ANIME OUTSIDERS:We debate Torishima’s harsh Oda take, analyze how anime symbols fuel real-world protests, and unpack whether Boruto’s latest twist justifies the hype.Content Warning: Political themes, spoilers for Boruto and Kaiju No. 8.Stream now on Spotify/Apple Podcasts

08-06
01:29:20

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