Anime Roundtable

Yeah Mike, James, Kevin, and (maybe) Moh, talked about the World Cup, and buying manga, and the stuff upcoming in the Toronto Area. But we finally had our chance to talk about all the Sony stuff on the Playstation and Crunchyroll ends that's been simmering for sometime. Why don't you hear our take on it. And who knows, you may hear Moh talkVisit our linktree for more information and links: animeroundtable.com

Anime Trending’s William Moo sits down with Mike to talk about his time on the judging panel for the recent Crunchyroll Anime Awards and the future of anime awards in general. Another angle on the “Physical vs Digital” debate, light novels and manga with respect to anime seasons. And then Mike gives some quick thoughts after seeing the live action version of Five Centimeters Per Second, and the lack of opportunity to see more Japanese live action movies outside of Japan.Producer's Note: We realize that much of this discussion might actually be out of date now. But we do feel (like with a lot of things we talk about), it'll find a way to become a conversation againWilliam's Queue:Japan's Anime Revolution by Jonathan ClementsDaemons of the Shadow RealmEren the SouthpawThis week’s Drinking Game: Take a shot when you hear Mike and William shifting in their chairsVisit our linktree for more information and links: animeroundtable.com

We begin day two of our annual Anime North visit by looking back on day two…and the rain. And you know the autographs for the Japanese Guests of Honour would be a story00:48:10 - We quickly recap the Crunchyroll Anime Awards and give a thought on a brewing discussion about how much it matters01:08:42 - Assistant Programming Director Norm McEvoy makes his annual appearance and actually answers some of the concerns of Day 2 and specifically how Japanese Guests can be different from other guests at anime conventions. Then of course the weather, and thoughts on the 30th Edition of Anime North, along with thoughts for the organizing members who passed away, most notably Cathy Schutt (Graphics Coordinator)01:41:40 - Mike’s Final Insult. What’s in the number 30?Tonight’s Drinking Game: Take a shot everytime you hear Kevin tapping the tableOpening Theme: “FUBUKI - Snowstorm” performed by Pico MasakiVisit our linktree for more information and links: animeroundtable.com

We begin our annual visit to Anime North by catching up with Lawrence and make our usual initial observations on the grounds, especially the Toronto Congress Centre side. Then talk anime merchandise, streaming on service not called Crunchyroll, and use all of that to look forward to tomorrowTonight’s Drinking Game: Take a shot when Norm comes in to check inMike Nicolas, James Austin, Mohamed Sharmarke, and Lawrence BlackVisit our linktree for more information and links: animeroundtable.com

Of course Mike and James had to start with a lot of video game talk (we believe in fandom’s overlap). Then Mike wonders how much AI help would be needed for the socials in the future, and how much video should figure into the podcast side. We come back to Toronto and look ahead to Anime North and beyond to the Toronto Comic Arts Festival, and the Toronto Japanese Film Festival. The first English voice of Sailor Moon is running for Toronto City Council this fall. Then, in memoriam we remember Ted Turner, Tatsuo Sato, and Koji Suzuki and their impact on our fandom over the years. And it’s Mother’s Day, so we talk about our Moms in our fandom.And the Queues:- Your Castle’s Little Helper- Cat’s Eye- Petshop of Horrors- Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku- Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten- The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses- I Made Friends With the Second Prettiest Girl in Class This Week’s Drinking Game: Take a shot when Mike or James make a joke that goes over the other’s headMike Nicolas and James Austin——Visit our linktree for more information and links: animeroundtable.com