The Nakama Podcast presents the 2025 Nakama Podcast Anime Awards, straight from Sacred 8 Studios in Seaside, California! Presenting twenty-one different awards for everything from #BestOriginalAnime to #BestWaifu, #BestPet, and of course, #BestAnime2024!<br> <br>All of our nominees are shows that premiered between Winter 2024 and Fall 2024, and every one of them is stellar! Join hosts Sal, Peralta, Cruz, and Houston - as well as special guest presenters from the Nakama community!<br><br>Special thanks to Sacred 8 Studios, and the Sacred Society!<br><br>Drop your favorite winners and nominees in the comments below!<br><br>Join us on Discord! <br>Join us on Patreon!
In this episode, we discuss about our experiences at Fanime, an anime convention, sharing highlights from our days, insights from panels, and reflections on the overall event. we delve into the dynamics of the crew, the challenges faced during panels, and the interactions with attendees.
In this episode of the Nakama podcast, hosts Sal and Peralta discuss their personal updates, including Sal's upcoming trip to Alaska and a promotion at work. They also share details about upcoming panels at Fanime and review two anime series: 'The Beginning After the End' and 'Witch Watch'.
In this episode of the Nakama podcast, hosts Sal and Edgar discuss their new movie segment focusing on films released before 2005. They explore the classic action film 'Speed', reflecting on its impact on the genre, the nostalgia it evokes, and the cheesy elements that define 90s action movies.
In this episode, the hosts dive into the world of bad movies, discussing their favorites and the charm of B-movies. They focus on the film 'Bats', critiquing its special effects, character dynamics, and overall execution. The conversation flows into personal anecdotes about underrated films and the nostalgia associated with them. The hosts share their ratings and thoughts on future episodes, creating a light-hearted and engaging discussion about cinema.
In this episode, Sal and Peralta discuss their weekly updates and dive into reviews of two anime series: 'Red Ranger's Isekai Adventure' and 'I Left my A Rank Party to Help My Former Students Reach the Dungeon Depths'. They explore themes of mentorship, humor, and the unique takes on the isekai genre, while also sharing their personal ratings and thoughts on the shows. The conversation wraps up with a discussion on future plans and upcoming anime seasons.
In this episode of the Nakama podcast, hosts Jr G and Peralta engage in a lively discussion about video games, anime, and their personal experiences. They share insights on various anime series, including a review of 'Musical Girls with Trauma' and 'Doctor Detective', highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. The conversation also touches on upcoming events like Fanime and the latest trends in streaming. The hosts maintain a humorous and casual tone throughout, making for an entertaining and relatable episode.
In this episode of the Nakama Podcast, host Sal interviews Boykin's Cosplay, a passionate cosplayer who shares insights into the cosplay community, the craftsmanship behind creating costumes, and the joy of embodying beloved characters. They discuss the challenges and rewards of cosplay, including overcoming personal trauma, the importance of representation, and the impact of social media on the cosplay scene. Boykin's also highlights the charitable work done through cosplay, bringing joy to children and communities. The conversation emphasizes the welcoming nature of the cosplay community and encourages others to explore this creative outlet. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the world of cosplay and anime, discussing the impact of social media on self-image, the journey into anime fandom, and the deeper messages conveyed through various series. They share personal anecdotes about their experiences with anime, the importance of finding one's niche within the genre, and provide recommendations for beginners looking to explore anime. The discussion also touches on relatable themes found in new anime series, emphasizing the humor and struggles of everyday life. In this conversation, the speakers delve into various themes surrounding anime, particularly focusing on isekai and fantasy genres. They discuss character development, plot dynamics, and the balance between work and personal life as depicted in these narratives. The conversation also touches on viewer engagement, recommendations for anime, and the moral dilemmas faced by characters in fantasy settings. Overall, the speakers share their insights and personal experiences with different anime series, highlighting their preferences and the impact of storytelling on audiences. They also talk about: "Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time" & "I May Be a Guild Receptionist, but I'll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time" on this weeks episode.
We are talking about the Anime awards! We also talk about the ups and downs of High School and how tough it can be. The anime we are going over are Honey Lemon Soda & Im Getting Married....
This week, hosts Sal and Peralta are joined by a guest, a potential official-unofficial host Patiño (woo!). But first who hasn’t watched Monster Musume?! It was the event of the season!… ten years ago, in 2015.Visit the Nakama Podcast online
Last day to vote in the Nakama Podcast Anime Awards! Sal and Peralta return to talk all about upcoming Nakama events, including the Nakama Podcast Anime Awards, as well as review Zenshu, an isekai about a young animator who finds herself transported to the world of her favorite childhood anime series, and has to use her newfound powers to reanimate the world into something kinder and more... survivable. Our hosts then give their thoughts on Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four!, about a salaryman who is summoned to another world to help the Demon Lord manage his army! Visit the Nakama Podcast online!
Vote in the Nakama Podcast Anime Awards! In this special episode, we share incredible interviews from last year's GalaxyCon and FandomCon! Sal, Cruz, Houston, and Evee interview cosplayers, voice actors, musicians, writers, and more! Rikki Simons (Invader Zim) shares his history finding anime through the Cartoon Fantasy Organization, Richard Horvitz (Invader Zim, Helluva Boss, Angry Beavers) professes his love for the Peter Fernandez series of Speed Racer, Dino Stamatopolous (Moral Orel, Community, Frankenhole) gives some insight into his process producing his Emmy-winning Adult Swim series, and WhoaChrisWhoa and Ashlynn Dae give their advice for budding cosplayers! This is an episode not-to-be-missed! Produced with Riverside.fm
Vote in the Nakama Podcast Anime Awards! This week, Sal is joined by Cruz to talk all about the upcoming TikTok ban, how to navigate it, and also cover the sports anime Negative Positive Angler as well as the vampire comedy Mayonaka Punch! Want to share your opinions on an episode of The Nakama Podcast? Send us a message! Sakamoto Days on the Anime Dispatch! Produced with Riverside.fm
Vote in the Nakama Podcast Anime Awards! Despite some technical difficulties, we're back with another episode of The Nakama Podcast! This week, we dive into the chaotic world of Dandadan, where high-school drama meets the supernatural. Join us as we unravel the bizarre first episodes, featuring a cursed boy, psychic girls, alien encounters, and the insane Turbo Granny. Does this anime live up to the hype? Let's find out! We also venture into the fantasy realm with Goodbye, Dragon Life, where a reincarnated dragon navigates human life alongside an equally strange group of companions. Is this anime a hidden gem or just another average watch? Tune in for our honest reviews and recommendations! As we navigate through these new series, we also discuss some behind-the-scenes developments around the podcast and share our anecdotes. Whether you're a fan of the paranormal or the fantastical, this episode has something for everyone! 00:00 - Heads up about the technical issues 00:28 - Dandadan: High-schoolers fighting the paranormal 09:51 - Goodbye, Dragon Life: The dragon who helped humans fight dragons Stay connected with us and follow our journey as we explore the ever-evolving world of anime! Don't forget to check out our website for more updates and episodes. Produced with Riverside.fm
For the first year ever, the Nakama Podcast is hosting our very own anime awards show! With the help of Sacred8 Studios in Seaside, CA, we'll be presenting awards ranging from "Best Original Anime" to "Best Comedy", "Best Music", and eventually, "Best Anime of 2024"! Vote now! Produced with Riverside.fm
This week, Sal and Peralta give their first impressions of the fantasy isekai "I'll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History" as well as the romantic-comedy "Tying the Knot With An Amagami Sister" Check out the Nakama Podcast online! Produced with Riverside.fm
We got a chance to talk with @spencer_pirates.tcg about their shared love of anime, as well as how they got their start showing their experiences with the One Piece Trading Card Game (TCG) on TikTok! Follow @spencer_pirates.tcg here! Produced with Riverside.fm