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On this episode of the CaliConBlogCast, we preview the biggest anime convention in North America - Anime Expo 2024. We take a look at the last few announcements, peruse the merchandise lists from the likes of Aniplex, Good Smile, and FAKKU, & talk about what we're looking forward to both at the convention and off convention grounds.(Note: Depending on work schedules, we may not be back podcast-wise until July 24th where we will preview the FLOW concert in Anaheim that weekend and then be ...

On this episode of the CaliConBlogCast, the crew look into the controversy surrounding ASUS and their "scummy practices" then to the suprising Nintendo Direct earlier this week. Plus in addition to the usual AX announcements we remind you to pay attention to other social media channels for additional AX announcements and Nate tells us about an impromptu trip he's taking that weekend (but not for Expo) as well as looking into a recent poll of the "Top 20 Anime Songs chosen by Non-Japanese Anim...

On this episode of the CaliConBlogCast, Ryan chronicles his time at the Xbox Games Showcase and discuss everything announced at the show as well as everything else from over the weekend, including a hot take about the Ubisoft Showcase. Plus MORE AX announcements, we analyze the duality of anime fandoms involving two recent "peak" shows - Oshi no Ko and Frieren - and a brief mention of WWDC.Xbox Games Showcase 2024: Every Announcement and Reveal - https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2024/06/09/xbox-ga...

On this epsiode of the CaliConBlogCast, we update on the FANS v. Howlett court case, look into FanimeCon's decision to start pre-reg for 2025, discuss a historic bankruptcy in the anime sphere, go over the latest Anime Expo 2024 announcements, & analyze everything showcased at both Computex and Summer Games Fest (so far). Plus Matthew beefs with Sony over their most recent Direct & both Ryan and Jeriko look forward to attending the Xbox Games Showcase.Anime Studio Gainax Files for Ban...

On this episode of the CaliConBlogCast, Nate outlines his FanimeCon weekend and the crew attempt to be optimistic as 2025 dates are announced. Plus way too many Anime Expo 2024 announcements, Ryan has something for the "Tell Me Something Good" segment, and MONEY PAW.FanimeCon celebrates 30th anniversary at San Jose Convention Center - https://www.ktvu.com/news/fanimecon-celebrates-30th-anniversary-san-jose-convention-centerAX on Twitter/X - https://twitter.com/AnimeExpo[MLB Collab] hololive x...

On this episode of the CaliConBlogCast, we dive into a bankruptcy court case, leaks, and a deliquency that may spoil FanimeCon's 30th anniversary celebration in two weeks. Plus a well-known Japanese producer gets caught in a MAJOR scandal, Microsoft closes a bunch of studios; Sony caves into pressure regarding Helldivers 2 and then pulls a Goofy and "f**king does it again" while wanting to censor *checks notes* an artbook on a limited edition version of game; & more AX announcements...