That's Dope! Podcast

Join us as we sit down with the legendary Gen Fukunaga! We dive into the world of Funimation, the impact of anime in North America, and discuss his vision for the industry’s futureand much more! 🔥 Be sure to like, subscribe, rate us 5 stars, and share this with others who would like it! 00:00 Introduction to Gen Fukunaga 02:12 Investments and New Ventures 05:15 Toon Sutra and the Indian Market 11:40 The Birth of Funimation 20:05 Achievements and Industry Impact 24:16 The Evolution of Anime Industry Relationships 25:22 Market Dynamics: The Rise of Crunchyroll and Funimation 28:11 The Streaming Wars: Crunchyroll vs. Netflix 31:42 Navigating Licensing and Rights in Anime 34:39 The Influence of Manga Authors on Anime Production 36:35 Mount Rushmore of Anime Titles and Industry Figures 39:44 Memorable Anime Merchandise and Collectibles 42:53 Entrepreneurial Insights for Startups Special Guest: Gen Fukunaga.

Godswill and Lui survived this year's Anime Expo- the biggest anime convention in North America with over 120K attendees- and lived to tell the tales. Check out how their con times were including panels, events, and so much more.

Join us as we sit down with the one and only Tony Statovci! We dive into Dream Con, the Anime Awards, and debate who’s the ultimate snow bunny in Marvel Rivals and a lot more! 🔥 Special Guest: Tony Statovci.

We spoke in this episode about the anime awards 👀 Everything said in the episode is out personal opinion

We had the pleasure to sit down with legendary voice actress Caitlin Glass! You may know her for iconic roles like Winry Rockbell in Fullmetal Alchemist, Cammy in Street Fighter, and Mina Ashido in My Hero Academia. Join us as we dive into her career, her anime Mount Rushmore, and more! 🎙️✨ Follow That's Dope Entertainment! https://www.instagram.com/thatsdopeentertainment Hosts Godswill - https://www.instagram.com/godswillofd/ Lui - @lamangashorts Guest Caitlin Glass - https://www.instagram.com/caitlinsvoice/ Special Guest: Caitlin Glass.

We had the pleasure of sitting with one of the most creative artists in the industry Ozzyoz Da Vyrus! He shared his thoughts on his brand, tcgs and One Piece! 👀 00:00 Introduction to Ozzy Oz the Virus 03:01 The Evolution of Ozzy's Art Style 05:58 Inspiration and Influences in Art 09:02 The Impact of Digital Tools on Art 11:58 Nostalgia for Classic Anime Styles 15:01 Current Trends in Anime and Art 18:04 Ozzy's Upcoming Manga Project 20:58 Building a Brand and Legacy 23:08 Building a Loyal Fanbase 24:11 Protecting Creative Work 25:17 Exploring Manga Inspirations 26:20 Nostalgia in Anime and Manga 28:00 Artistic Inspirations from Classic Series 30:06 Influences from Old School Anime 32:02 Character Showdown: Piccolo vs. Guts 34:01 Trading Card Game Ventures 36:11 Creating Limited Edition Art 39:19 Personal Connections to Art 43:25 Art and Representation in Media 44:05 Creative Inspirations and Personal Favorites 46:22 Returning to Artistic Roots 47:27 Nostalgia in Gaming and Art 54:26 The Impact of AI on Art 01:02:10 Navigating the Future of Art and Technology Special Guest: Ozzyoz Da Vyrus.

We had the pleasure of sitting down with the founder of Ashman Athletics, Thomas Ashman! He discussed founding The Dragonslayer workout routine, attending the Hunter exams, and his thoughts on One Piece 🐲 00:00 Introduction to the Hunter Exams and Thomas Ashmann 02:45 Experiences and Challenges in the Hunter Exams 05:57 The Structure of the Hunter Exams 09:03 Finals and Competition Dynamics 12:03 Training and Preparation for the Hunter Exams 15:05 The Dragon Slayer Training Method 17:55 Martial Arts Journey and Inspirations 21:00 Nutrition and Cheat Meals 30:37 Anime Inspirations and Swole Characters 31:54 The Impact of Baki and Martial Arts Manga 33:02 Swordsman Showdown: Epic Battles and Comparisons 40:18 Crafting Swords: The Art of Replicas 41:04 One Piece: Shifting Narratives and Spoilers 45:03 Real-World Allegories in One Piece 49:14 Favorite Arcs and Character Development

We had the pleasure of sitting down with the King of Cosplay, Leon Chiro! He shared his incredible journey through wrestling and his deep passion for Final Fantasy 🎖️ Special Guest: Leon Chiro.

We had the pleasure to sit down with Professional NFL player, Taybor Pepper, and talked plenty about One Piece and many other anime series including how a jock got into anime! 🏴‍☠️ 00:00 Introduction and Name Origins 02:59 Tabor's NFL Journey and Recent Changes 06:04 Passion for Anime and Nerd Culture 08:57 Navigating High School as a Closet Anime Fan 12:02 First Encounters with Death Note 15:02 Anime Recommendations and Cultural Shifts 20:21 Exploring Anime Recommendations 21:03 Diving into Mushoku Tensei 22:53 The Impact of Storytelling in Fantasy 24:56 Character Development and Controversial Themes 26:37 Collecting Manga and Anime Merchandise 29:32 Top Anime Series and Personal Favorites 32:04 The Complexity of Character Growth 34:46 Thematic Depth in DanDaDan 39:21 Anime Trends and Recommendations 45:05 Conventions and Community Engagement 46:01 Career Reflections and Future Aspirations 48:06 Japan Trip Plans and Trading Card Business 55:25 Closing Thoughts and Future Content Special Guest: Taybor Pepper.

We had the pleasure to sit down with Stella Chuu and discuss everything cosplay, JayVik, and Bbno$ related! 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 02:55 Stella's Cosplay Journey and Achievements 06:02 The Arcane Phenomenon and Javik 08:59 The Viral Cosplay Project with Baby No Money 11:55 The Creative Process and Challenges 14:59 The Evolution of Cosplay and Future Projects 18:55 The Influence of Cosplay Trends 19:55 Behind the Scenes of Sonic Cosplay 22:06 The Challenges of Costume Creation 24:12 Fan Engagement and Community Building 26:07 The Evolution of Cosplay Quality 29:59 Navigating the Cosplay Scene 36:03 The Personal Journey of a Cosplayer 42:32 The Evolution of KDA Ari Cosplay 44:39 The Physical Toll of Cosplay 45:36 Fitness and Cosplay: A Balancing Act 49:14 Food Adventures and Culinary Favorites 50:02 Finding and Setting Up a Warehouse 56:00 Creating a Community Space for Artists 57:16 Managing Commissions and Creative Workload Special Guest: Stella Chuu.

In this episode we sat down and discussed: manga, lucha libre, and hot takes on the community.

Lee returns to the podcast to explain the drama and comedy of the latest Academy Awards along with his top movie choices of the year! (This was recorded 2 weeks before the awards also). His choices before the show are: Picture Anora Director Anora Actor Adrien Brody, The Brutalist Actress Demi Moore, The Substance S. Actor Kieran Culkin, A Real Pain S. Actress Zoe Saldana, Emilia Perez Adapted Conclave Original Anora Cinematography The Brutalist Costume Design Wicked Film Editing Conclave Makeup/Hair The Substance Production Design Wicked Score Conclave Song El Mal, Emilia Perez Sound A Complete Unknown Visual Effects Dune: Part Two Animated Feature Flow Documentary Feature No Other Land International Film I'm Still Here Animated Short Yuck! Documentary Short Incident Live Action Short Anuja Special Guest: Lee Henry.

Godswill teams up with Lui of LA Manga Cafe to chat it up with Senpapi Gabe, a rising star in the content creation scene, as he makes the best fandom explaining videos online as well as standing up for people's rights with his voice. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 03:01 Exploring the Game: Belatro 06:01 The Impact of Belatro on Gaming Culture 09:07 Diving into One Piece and Its Cultural Significance 12:01 The Art of Storytelling in Manga and Literature 14:59 Senpapi Gabe: Content Creation Journey 17:58 Using Influence for Social Causes 19:43 Humanizing Tragedy Through Storytelling 22:07 Cultural Disconnect and Societal Ignorance 27:26 Reflections on Political Choices and Consequences 30:17 Gaming Preferences: Good vs. Evil Playthroughs 35:20 Exploring Fictional Characters and Personal Connections 38:23 Exploring Personal Gaming Preferences 41:09 The Kingdom Hearts Debate 44:40 Understanding Kingdom Hearts' Story Complexity 46:09 The Impact of Journey and Exploration Games 53:40 Diving into What Remains of Edith Finch 54:46 Exploring Short Narrative Games 56:59 The Metal Gear Legacy 01:02:30 Death Stranding and Its Unique Mechanics 01:08:58 One Piece: Theories and Community Engagement Special Guest: Senpapi Gabe.

Tony Weaver Jr. comes back to the podcast to talk about his latest book, Weirdo, graphic novel memoir about an awkward preteen who loves all things geeky but struggles with mental health issues and self-doubt. We get into it with how music saved us as awkward youth, how we need to listen to kids as they grow in a post-COVID world, and so much more in this great episode! 00:00 Reconnecting and Reflecting on Growth 02:56 The Impact of Literature and Personal Experiences 05:52 Navigating Identity and Community 08:58 Addressing Racism and Media Representation 12:02 The Importance of Listening to Youth 15:01 Understanding Learning Loss and Its Effects 17:59 Confronting Masculinity and Societal Expectations 33:39 Changing Hearts in Modern Times 34:43 The Role of Challenge in Personal Growth 36:23 The Impact of Information on Beliefs 38:16 Navigating Racism in Content Creation 39:42 Focusing on Ideas Over Individuals 40:32 Empathy and Understanding in Discussions 41:52 The Importance of Representation 43:34 Racism in Nerd Spaces 45:10 Cultural Perceptions and Misunderstandings 47:23 The State of Online Communities 49:15 Content as a Battleground for Culture Wars 51:04 Experiences of Racism in Japan 54:48 The Need for Offline Conversations 57:54 The Importance of Genuine Conversations 01:01:37 Learning from Mistakes and Growing Together Special Guest: Tony Weaver Jr.

Violet Myers (2024's Top 3 actress on the Hub) joins the podcast to get into the real nitty gritty with Godswill, anime and cats of course! Get to know what Violet Myers is about in this episode along with so much more. 00:00 Building a Supportive Team 02:55 Family Involvement in Work 06:01 The Joys of Pet Ownership 08:48 Diving into JoJo's Bizarre Adventure 11:59 Character Favorites and Cosplay 15:01 Anime Recommendations and Trends 20:40 The Quirky World of Anime: Vending Machines and Beyond 23:13 Anime Recommendations for Newcomers and Veterans 24:35 Nostalgia and Evolution: The Shift in Anime Styles 28:50 Parenting and Anime: What to Introduce to Kids 30:59 Gaming and Family: Building Bonds Through Play 36:06 Cats and Companionship: A Feline Discussion 41:35 Cat Chronicles: Feline Fights and Adventures 44:18 Anime Inspirations: Naming Cats After Characters 46:50 Cosplay Dreams: Designing Unique Outfits 48:47 The Future of 18+ Conventions 51:39 Navigating Adult Content and Public Spaces 57:44 Nerd Culture: Embracing Anime and Gaming 01:02:11 Finding Connection Through Anime Stories 01:03:50 The Creative Process Behind Anime and Manga 01:05:45 The Challenges Faced by Creators 01:06:31 The Importance of Staying True to Source Material 01:08:00 Exploring the Horror Genre 01:10:02 Understanding Michael Myers and Horror Tropes 01:12:17 The Balance Between Work and Personal Life 01:14:41 The Wholesome Side of the Industry 01:17:50 Normalizing the Adult Industry 01:22:34 Giving Back and Spreading Awareness Special Guest: Violet Myers.

Godswill brings in American horror artist and mangaka, Gigi Murakami, to talk about her recent horror manga, Resenter, and much more like if Black people can enjoy horror as a medium, contrary to popular belief. Check it out! Special Guest: Gigi Murakami.

Tracy Allen returns to the podcast to continue the talks from the previous episode! We get into visiting Japan, discussing real-life topics in anime like Dandadan, representing your religion in today's culture, and so much more. Special Guest: Tracy Allen.

You better believe that Tracy Allen is on the podcast! Tracy is rising up in the content creation world and he explains how he got started with it, how he balances his faith while making content, and his hottest anime community takes on this episode. 0:46- getting started 3:40- creative mindset in making content 6:42- Is TikTok good? 13:54- starting dancing with churches 17:43- road tripping 21:10- faith in the modern era 28:34- community building of hidden sub village 36:21- negative comments online 41:49- The Big 3 of anime 47:12- anime hot takes Special Guest: Tracy Allen.

CalebxSwag joins the podcast to talk about his journey with his family in getting into the nerd scene and collecting the coolest of swag. Also we get into how he started making content, being straight edge, and so much more! 1- Smash main 3:20 - Interview tips 6:09 - starting One Piece 9:31 - Mom getting into nerd culture 15:47- Deadpool and the MCU 21:02- Living in Montana 29:35- Collecting tattoos 33:22- Nerd culture while growing up 33:10- becoming straight edge 39:02- are people nicer or worse these days 42:13- Midnight releases 45:12- sports and growing Special Guest: Caleb Swag.

We bring on CalebCity and Kimmie D to talk about their recent wedding and what they've learned since they told us about their relationship way back on episode 6! Also we get into anime tropes they have issues with, how Lightyear teaches physics, Elden Ring lore, and so much more. 0:00 - Elden Ring Lore and Master/Slave mentality 4:25 - Is Deku a weak MC? 9:52 - Is there a perfect anime? Maybe FMA 12:43 - Is Bleach ruined by filler? 17:02 - Was the Broly movie good? 21:36 - Learning science from Interstellar and Lightyear 23:19 - Got married! and dating rules 1:03:45 - Dumb dating rules from the internet 1:08:40 - talking crazy about Vinland Saga 1:23:48 - Is Castlevania a 10/10? 1:27:53 - Elden Ring Lore pt 2 1:35:52 - Oda free styling One Piece 1:43:28 - Dandadan popularity 1:50:42- anime vs manga 1:54:18 - fighting games 2:06:02 - Party Animals Platinum 2:11:34 - underrated games Special Guests: CalebCity and Kimmie D.