14 episodes

Sure, you like anime. But do you KNOW what's happening in the anime world? Go beyond your current watchlist and discover all there is to enjoy with your friends at Crunchyroll. Each week, we’ll dig into the latest anime headlines, examine our favorite shows, chat with guest stars, and explore how anime affects everything.

The Anime Effect is brought to you by Crunchyroll and Sony Music Entertainment. To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com.

Crunchyroll Presents: The Anime Effect Crunchyroll

    • Leisure
    • 4.7 • 63 Ratings

Sure, you like anime. But do you KNOW what's happening in the anime world? Go beyond your current watchlist and discover all there is to enjoy with your friends at Crunchyroll. Each week, we’ll dig into the latest anime headlines, examine our favorite shows, chat with guest stars, and explore how anime affects everything.

The Anime Effect is brought to you by Crunchyroll and Sony Music Entertainment. To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com.

    Jamaal Williams on repping anime in the NFL, JUJUTSU KAISEN x Loungefly, and The Quintessential Quintuplets returns

    Jamaal Williams on repping anime in the NFL, JUJUTSU KAISEN x Loungefly, and The Quintessential Quintuplets returns

    Jamaal Williams–who is possibly the biggest anime fan in the NFL–joins Nick and LeAlec to share why he reps anime so hard, the anime that’s inspiring him, and who he would draft on his all-anime football dream team. First, Nick, LeAlec, and Leah gush over the new JUJUTSU KAISEN and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure merch, the return of the Black Butler English dub and The Quintessential Quintuplets, and they answer your burning anime questions.

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    Black Butler -Public School Arc- English Dub Reveals Cast and Crew, Release Date

    JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Anime Collabs with REEBOK for Stardust Crusaders-Inspired Sneakers

    Loungefly Announces JUJUTSU KAISEN Backpack and Crossbody Bag Accessories

    The Quintessential Quintuplets Anime Continues With Honeymoon Arc

    Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact Fighting Game Shows Off 2D Action in 1st Trailer

    MAN WITH A MISSION Announces North America 2024 Tour Powered by Crunchyroll
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    • 1 hr 1 min
    David Dastmalchian talks anime, Luffy’s birthday bash, and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End escape room

    David Dastmalchian talks anime, Luffy’s birthday bash, and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End escape room

    David Dastmalchian (Oppenheimer, Blade Runner 2049, Late Night with the Devil) joins Leah and LeAlec to dish on his favorite anime and how the genre impacts his work. First, Leah and LeAlec talk about the new Frieren: Beyond Journey's End escape room, the brand new Look Back trailer, the latest Studio Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki accomplishments, and more.

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    Tatsuki Fujimoto's Look Back Anime Film Releases First Trailer

    Classic Beat 'Em Up Golden Axe Gets 10-Episode Animated Series at Comedy Central

    Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Anime Inspires Magical Escape Room Experience

    Latest One Piece English Dub Batch Hits Crunchyroll on Luffy's Birthday, Includes Gear Five Debut

    Hayao Miyazaki Makes TIME's Annual List of Most Influential People

    Cannes Film Festival Awards Studio Ghibli with Honorary Palme d'or

    Giant Squids, Minimalism and Miyazaki: Building the Bigger Picture with Joe Hisaishi
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    • 1 hr 1 min
    JUJUTSU KAISEN takes world record, SPY x FAMILY clothing collab launches, and the isekai anime guide

    JUJUTSU KAISEN takes world record, SPY x FAMILY clothing collab launches, and the isekai anime guide

    Nick, LeAlec and Leah are reacting to JUJUTSU KAISEN setting a Guinness World Record previously held by Attack on Titan, the Gundam 45th anniversary, and a new clothing capsule for SPY x FAMILY by streetwear brand BAIT. 

    Then, we’re diving into the isekai genre, including how it started and what anime are showcasing it best!

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    Guinness World Records Names JUJUTSU KAISEN Most Popular Anime

    Live-Action One-Punch Man Film Taps Dan Harmon, Heather Anne Campbell to Rewrite Script

    Keanu Reeves to Voice Shadow in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie

    Gundam Anime Shares Big Plans for 45th Anniversary, Celebratory Art

    BAIT Brand Drops SPY x FAMILY Clothing Line
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    • 57 min
    HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba returns, and the most emotional anime character backstories

    HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba returns, and the most emotional anime character backstories

    CinemaCon revealed the upcoming Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle, BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI-, and more anime films, so Nick, LeAlec, and Leah are revealing everything we know about them so far. PLUS, with Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc arriving this spring, hosts debate which Hashira reigns supreme. Finally, we’re digging deeper into our mailbag to answer even more of your burning anime questions.

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    Kimi ni Todoke Season 3 Anime Unveils 1st Trailer, New Visual, August 2024 Premiere

    Lycoris Recoil’s Chisato and Takina Sit Under Sakura Trees in New Spring Anime Visual

    Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc
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    • 56 min
    Author Kelly Knox’s Cozy Anime Corner, “isekai” in the dictionary, and the best Star Wars dad jokes

    Author Kelly Knox’s Cozy Anime Corner, “isekai” in the dictionary, and the best Star Wars dad jokes

    Author and entertainment writer Kelly Knox joins Nick and LeAlec to talk about her new book Star Wars: Dad Jokes and what makes anime cozy. First, everyone reveals if they have their tickets for SPY x FAMILY CODE: White, if they think Webster’s definitions of “isekai,” “fan service,” and other anime terms are accurate, and whether they’ll be watching Kaiju No. 8, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime season 3, or My Hero Academia season 7 this spring.

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    SPY x FAMILY CODE: White Movie Tickets Now on Sale

    Solo Leveling Season 2 Officially Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

    The Oxford English Dictionary Adds 'Isekai', 'Fan Service' and 'Tokusatsu', More Japanese Words

    Crunchyroll to Stream Kaiju No. 8 Anime Alongside Japanese Broadcast Starting April 13

    That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 Streams on Crunchyroll Starting March 30
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    • 59 min
    Yaeji on how anime shapes her music, AnimeJapan 2024, and why everyone should watch Nichijou

    Yaeji on how anime shapes her music, AnimeJapan 2024, and why everyone should watch Nichijou

    DJ, vocalist, and of course anime fan Yaeji joins The Anime Effect to talk about how anime impacts her music, her experience behind-the-scenes at the 2024 Anime Awards, and how she’s celebrating the one-year anniversary of her debut album With a Hammer. First, Nick, LeAlec, and Leah discuss the updates on Baki Hanma vs. Kengan Ashura, Blue Exorcist, Blue Box, and more that came out of AnimeJapan 2024, as well as their anticipation of DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO.

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    AnimeJapan News

    Baki Hanma vs. Kengan Ashura Anime Sets Showdown of the Century for June

    Blue Exorcist TV Anime Continues with New Season in October 2024

    BEASTARS Final Season Anime Brings Legoshi’s Journey to an End in New Teaser TrailerBlue Box Anime Announces More Cast and Staff

    DAN DA DAN Anime Crosses Over with Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire for Hauntingly Cool Collab Poster

    Gundam SEED FREEDOM Film Shares Stunning Collab Visual with Dune: Part Two

    DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO Reveals Gameplay Showcase, 11 New Characters
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    • 59 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
63 Ratings

63 Ratings

dragonbradybear ,

GOING ON AN OOTING!!

Going on a ooting to the Spy x Family movie

zachrohm1 ,

The Go To For your Daily Anime Dose

I love this podcast every Friday I am always ready to know and jump into the world of Anime!!! I have just started exploring new and OG Anime as I am currently watching Naruto Parasyte Maxim and for horror fans out there especially Leah I would definitely recommend Dark Gathering which I believe is Horror in its finest in Anime form!!! This podcast has really expanded me to open my eyes and really see what the power of Anime REALLY IS!!!!

thebeatlesgod ,

Love it!

My parents are strict so I don’t get most social media. Thanks a bunch for making these and keeping us updated on all the cool stuff goin on!!

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