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A couple of podcasters called Jack and Rick, get together to give our views and take on anime shows and movies. Sometimes we love the shows or movies that we watch and other times we really do not like them, but regardless of what we watch, we love to get together and talk about it and bring joy to all of our listeners!

  1. 2D AGO

    Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 Review - 10 Episodes Was Not Enough

    Is Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 Worth Watching? - FAP-385 Season 2 packs more demons, more action, and more emotional gut-punches into 10 episodes than most shows manage in a full season, and it still somehow leaves you wanting way more. Genres: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Slice of Life, Action Studio: Madhouse Source: Manga Jack's Score: 9/10 Rick's Score: 10/10 Verdict: A shorter but action-heavy follow-up that lays serious groundwork for season 3, even if it might have been better served as a movie. Timestamps:00:00 - Intro and Patreon Plug 00:29 - Show Overview and Metadata 02:10 - Jumping Into Season 2 Discussion 07:09 - Season Structure and What Season 2 Is Setting Up 13:43 - Frieren's Philosophy, Himmel's Legacy, and the Details That Hit Hard 17:14 - The Theme of Regret Driving Action 32:17 - Season 2 vs Season 1 Action Balance 35:02 - Scores 38:55 - Final Thoughts and Closing For everything having to do with the anime and this episode go to - https://www.featuredanimepodcast.com/episodes/frieren-beyond-journeys-end-season-2-review-10-episodes-was-not-enough/ Next Week: Chainsaw Man (The Movie) Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/featuredanimepodcast (ad-free + early access + voting) Merch - https://shop.featuredanimepodcast.com/ Discord - https://discord.gg/DZRKTAN (suggest anime + hang with us) Rate us 5 stars if this one hit, drop your thoughts in Discord, and we'll see you next week!

    41 min

  2. APR 27

    Frieren Beyond Journey's End Review - 28 Episodes and Not a Single One Feels Wasted with #TokyoTreat

    Is Frieren Beyond Journey's End Worth Watching? The Demon King is already dead before the first episode even starts, and somehow that's just the beginning of one of the best anime to come out in years. Genres: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Slice of Life Studio: Madhouse Source: Manga Jack's Score: 10/10 Rick's Score: 10/10 Verdict: It's the rare show where every single piece, the story, the animation, the music, the magic system, all of it, is pulling in the same direction. Timestamps:00:00 - Tokyo Treat Sponsorship 03:58 - Intro and Show Start 04:47 - Frieren Overview, Stats, and Synopsis 07:00 - Rick's First Impressions 10:18 - The Dwarf Scene and Why It Hits Different 16:11 - What the Writing Quality Actually Means for a 28-Episode Show 19:05 - The Magic System Breakdown 20:10 - How Demons Are Written and Why It Works 26:31 - Pacing Discussion: First Half vs. Second Half 31:06 - The Traveling Monk Elf and What He Represents 35:50 - Final Thoughts and Recommendations 36:30 - Scores 37:26 - Next Week and Outro For everything having to do with the anime and this episode go to - https://www.featuredanimepodcast.com/episodes/frieren-beyond-journeys-end-review-28-episodes-and-not-a-single-one-feels-wasted-with-tokyotreat/ Next Week: Frieren Beyond Journey's End Season 2 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/featuredanimepodcast (ad-free + early access + voting) Merch - https://shop.featuredanimepodcast.com/ Discord - https://discord.gg/DZRKTAN (suggest anime + hang with us) Rate us 5 stars if this one hit, drop your thoughts in Discord, and we'll see you next week!

    40 min

  3. APR 20

    Etotama Review - A New Contender for Worst Ever

    Is Etotama Worth Watching? FAP-383 Jack and Rick sat through all 12 episodes of Etotama so you don't have to, and honestly it might go down as one of the worst anime either of them has ever covered. Genres: Action, Comedy, Ecchi, FantasyStudio: Encourage Films, ShirogumiSource: OriginalJack's Score: 1/10Rick's Score: 1/10 Verdict: A directionless, nonsensical mess with no real story, no character development, and fourth wall humor that points out its own problems without ever fixing them. Timestamps:00:00 - Intro 00:48 - Synopsis and show info 09:27 - What the show actually is and where it goes wrong 18:08 - World building problems and animation styles 22:36 - Story structure breakdown 26:53 - Scores 30:03 - The Glasslip comparison 32:00 - Next week and listener comment from Apothecary Diaries For everything having to do with the anime and this episode go to - https://www.featuredanimepodcast.com/episodes/etotama-review-a-new-contender-for-worst-ever/ Next Week: Frieren: Beyond Journey's EndPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/featuredanimepodcast (ad-free + early access + voting)Merch - https://shop.featuredanimepodcast.com/Discord - https://discord.gg/DZRKTAN (suggest anime + hang with us) Rate us 5 stars if this one hit, drop your thoughts in Discord, and we'll see you next week!

    38 min

  4. APR 13

    Sentenced to Be a Hero Review - The Hero Genre Just Got Dark

    Is Sentenced to Be a Hero Worth Watching? FAP-382 A disgraced holy knight gets framed, convicted, and sentenced to immortal military service on the front lines as a penal hero. No retirement, no escape, and dying your way out is not an option. Genres: Action, Dark Fantasy, Military, Supernatural Studio: Studio Kai Source: Light Novel Jack's Score: 9/10 Rick's Score: 9/10 Verdict: A dark, original spin on the hero genre that is genuinely worth your time, just know it gets gory and some of the big plot beats are more predictable than they should be. Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome and Patreon shoutout 00:14 - Show overview: genres, studio, source, episode count 00:20 - Full synopsis breakdown 03:05 - What makes the hero premise unique and the crime system explained 10:14 - Character backstories and the moral gray area of their convictions 19:14 - Favorite characters discussion 24:26 - World-building deep dive: runes, life force, the goddesses as weapons 35:49 - Leadership dynamics and the penal hero unit as a found family 39:41 - Drawbacks: predictability and transparency of the villains 43:54 - Final scores and verdict 46:08 - Next week announcement and outro For everything having to do with the anime and this episode go to - https://www.featuredanimepodcast.com/episodes/sentenced-to-be-a-hero-review-the-hero-genre-just-got-dark/ Next Week: Etotama Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/featuredanimepodcast (ad-free + early access + voting) Merch - https://shop.featuredanimepodcast.com/ Discord - https://discord.gg/DZRKTAN (suggest anime + hang with us) Rate us 5 stars if this one hit, drop your thoughts in Discord, and we'll see you next week!

    49 min

  5. APR 6

    Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Review - Everybody Hates Maomao and That's Kind of the Point

    Is Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Worth Watching? - FAP 381 Season 2 takes everything that made the first season great and goes deeper into the conspiracies, the court politics, and the answers you have been waiting for since episode one. Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, Historical Studio: Toho and OLM Source: Light Novel Jack's Score: 9/10 Rick's Score: 8/10 Verdict: A stronger, darker season that delivers real resolutions and rewards patient viewers, though some subject matter will hit hard. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro and show overview 02:09 - First impressions and Rick's reaction to Season 2 03:53 - Holy cow moments and early surprises 11:50 - Breaking down Maomao's family and how they fit into the world 23:16 - Court politics, Jinshi's role, and why everyone hates Maomao 56:13 - What Season 2 gets right and the resolutions that landed 72:41 - Side characters, Western involvement, and Season 3 setup 85:10 - Scores and final verdict For everything having to do with the anime and this episode go to - https://www.featuredanimepodcast.com/episodes/apothecary-diaries-season-2-review-everybody-hates-mao-mao-and-thats-kind-of-the-point/ Next Week: Sentenced to be a Hero Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/featuredanimepodcast (ad-free + early access + voting) Merch - https://shop.featuredanimepodcast.com/Discord - https://discord.gg/DZRKTAN (suggest anime + hang with us) Rate us 5 stars if this one hit, drop your thoughts in Discord, and we'll see you next week!

    1h 30m

  6. MAR 30

    7th Time Loop: The Villainess Enjoys a Carefree Life Married to Her Worst Enemy Review - Six Lifetimes of Grinding Finally Pay Off - #TokyoTreat

    Is Seventh Time Loop Villainess Worth Watching? FAP-380 If you're burned out on the same tired romance anime formula, this one comes loaded with six lifetimes of earned skill, a genuinely layered male lead, and a slow-burn dynamic that actually sticks the landing. Genres: Romance, Fantasy Studio: Studio Kai / Hornets Source: Light Novel Jack's Score: 9/10 Verdict: A mature, well-built romance that earns everything it delivers and leaves you wanting more. ────────────────────── This episode is sponsored by TokyoTreat! Get $5 off your first box with code FEATUREDANIME - https://team.tokyotreat.com/featuredanime ────────────────────── Timestamps: 00:00 - Tokyo Treat Ad 04:22 - Welcome and Solo Episode Note 04:54 - Series Overview 07:47 - First Impressions and What to Expect 08:20 - Rishe's Character Breakdown 11:24 - Arnold's Character Breakdown 18:23 - Romance Dynamic and Mature Audience Appeal 20:36 - Flaws and Drawbacks 22:48 - Final Score and Verdict For everything having to do with the anime and this episode go to https://www.featuredanimepodcast.com/episodes/7th-time-loop-villainess-review-seven-lives-of-work-finally-pay-off/ Next Week: Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/featuredanimepodcast (ad-free + early access + voting) Merch - https://shop.featuredanimepodcast.com/ Discord - https://discord.gg/DZRKTAN (suggest anime + hang with us) Rate us 5 stars if this one hit, drop your thoughts in Discord, and we'll see you next week!

    26 min

  7. MAR 23

    From Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman Review - His Age and Experience Will Humble You

    Is From Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman Worth Watching? - FAP-379 A dojo master gets dragged out of the countryside and into the capital, and the whole kingdom has no idea what just walked through its gates. Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Studio: Passion / Hibiusa Film Source: Light Novel Jack's Score: 8/10 Rick's Score: 8/10 Verdict: A clean, easy watch that actually earns its tropes, recommended without hesitation. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro + Bonus Content Plug 00:28 – Show Info & Synopsis 03:22 – Rick's Take: Trope Burnout vs. Why This One Works 08:35 – Breaking Down Beryl's Fighting Style 13:43 – Sword Style Debate: Is It Him or the School? 23:26 – The Magic System & What Makes Burl Stand Out 30:33 – Beyrl's Humility & Why It Hits Different 33:10 – Final Scores 36:20 – Recommended, Must Watch, or Skip? 38:10 – Next Week Choice and other Plugs For everything having to do with the anime our links and this episode go to - https://www.featuredanimepodcast.com/episodes/from-country-bumpkin-to-master-swordsman-review-his-age-and-experience-will-humble-you/ Next Week: The Seventh Time Loop: The Villainess Enjoys a Carefree Life Married to Her Worst Enemy Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/featuredanimepodcast (ad-free + early access + Bonus Content) Merch – https://shop.featuredanimepodcast.com/ Discord – https://discord.gg/DZRKTAN (Come hang with us) Rate us 5 stars if this one hit, drop your thoughts in Discord, and we'll see you next week!

    41 min

  8. MAR 16

    I Parry Everything - Talentlessly Talented to the Extreme (FAP-378)

    Rick's pick of “I Parry Everything" this week ended up being a good one, and honestly he was done with it two days after they agreed to watch it. He came into it on guard, and had admitted he'd been burned out from a stretch of shows where the main character is secretly unstoppable but too humble to notice, and half-expected more of the same. But what ended up winning him over is that the humility here isn't just an act. Noor genuinely believes he's the least capable guy in every room, and Jack and Rick spend a good chunk of the conversation on why that gap between how Noor sees himself and how everyone around him quietly loses their mind stays funny instead of getting old. The moments they kept coming back to were the ones that make that contrast land: vomiting blood mid-fight because he'd gotten too comfortable with the poison, producing what amounts to a small sun while trying to demonstrate how weak his magic is. The one knock they both had is that by the end, with enough people visibly amazed around him, you'd think he'd start connecting some dots. About the anime: Set in the medieval fantasy Kingdom of Clays, I Parry Everything follows Noor, a socially oblivious young man who spent years training alone in the mountains with nothing but "useless" skills like parrying and he does this not because he wants to but rather he has to. Noor has an unbreakable dream of becoming an adventurer and the biggest road block for him is that he has only “useless” skills. And when he finally arrives at the royal capital, he stumbles headfirst into a kingdom on the brink of war, an assassination attempt on Princess Lynneburg, and neighboring nations circling like vultures waiting for the right moment to strike. And Noor has absolutely no clue about any of it. He's too busy taking odd jobs like cleaning gutters, chasing runaway pets, basically doing whatever grunt work an F-rank adventurer can find and all just to inch closer to his dream. Along the way, he crosses paths with Lynne, a princess just as out of touch with the real world as he is, and Ines, a battle-hardened prodigy who can't quite figure out if she respects him or resents him. The story tries to balance the chaos of kingdom-scale conflict with the smaller, almost comedic moments of three wildly mismatched people stumbling through life together. But underneath all the laughs and misunderstandings sits a harder truth of that the most dangerous person in the kingdom genuinely believes he's the weakest man in the room. Next Week's Pick: “Old Country Bumpkin To Master Swordsman” Have you had the chance to watch I Parry Everything or any of our previous selections? We’d love to hear your thoughts and recommendations for future picks! Deals for You: Supporting your anime binge sessions is what we do best! Here are some exclusive deals that’ll make your anime-watching experience even better. Crunchyroll Affiliate Offers: Get 15% off your first anime merch order here.Stream your favorite anime with Crunchyroll. Start Your Free Trial TokyoTreat Special: Use code "FEATUREDANIME" for $5 off your first box through this TokyoTreat link. Looking for some podcast merch? We’ve got you covered: Main StoreAlternative Shop Support Our Podcast Love what we do? Support the podcast through Patreon! You can get access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Support us on Patreon Stay Connected With Us Don’t miss out on our latest episodes or discussions! Join us across our social channels and be part of the community: Contact UsAnime List: Check out our anime list on MyAnimeList.Twitch: Watch us live on twitch.tv/featuredanimepodcastEmail: info@featuredanimepodcast.comX (Twitter): @ThoseAnimeGuysFacebook: Featured Anime PodcastDiscord: Join our DiscordWebsite: www.featuredanimepodcast.com Our Scores:  Jack’s Score: 9 / 10Rick’s Score: 9 / 10

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A couple of podcasters called Jack and Rick, get together to give our views and take on anime shows and movies. Sometimes we love the shows or movies that we watch and other times we really do not like them, but regardless of what we watch, we love to get together and talk about it and bring joy to all of our listeners!

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    2019 - 2026
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