The First Three

Michael Lee
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This podcast follows anime's "Golden Rule" providing reviews and recommendations of anime based on a show's first three episodes. There will also be episodes that focus on one series in its entirety, as well as episodes that focus on video games, just to mix it up a bit. Hosted by: Michael Lee This podcast is part of a bigger project to build and support a network of freelance anime & video game writers. If you are interested in supporting that effort, please see The First Three's Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. 07/04/2023

    Oshi no Ko & the Idol Nightmare

    This week, we'll look at Oshi no Ko's mega-sized first episode and examine its critique of the idol industry. This show generated massive amounts of hype when it premiered, let's find out why! OP theme - Aloha - Snail's House: https://open.spotify.com/track/6TBlgM... ED theme - Lullaby - Snail's House: https://open.spotify.com/track/4d7yL6... Mascot Character - Kolme-kun designed by Moura (https://twitter.com/Moura__Art) Background Art - Kolme's room designed by Tsugawa Yuiko (https://twitter.com/natokin_0104) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. 06/26/2023

    Anime, Pride, and LGBTQ+ Representation

    In this week's episode, we'll take a look at LGBTQ+ representation in Japan, how anime has long been a medium for queer narratives, and a look at a couple shows (Simoun, Yuri on Ice!!) to look at how things have changed over the years. OP theme - Aloha - Snail's House: https://open.spotify.com/track/6TBlgM... ED theme - Lullaby - Snail's House: https://open.spotify.com/track/4d7yL6... Mascot Character - Kolme-kun designed by Moura (https://twitter.com/Moura__Art) Background Art - Kolme's room designed by Tsugawa Yuiko (https://twitter.com/natokin_0104) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. 06/09/2023

    A Family Affair

    In the third episode of The First Three: An Anime Podcast, my sister Sam joins me for a chat about some shows from the Spring season. We riff on My Home Hero, A Galaxy Next Door, and KamiKatsu. Good times are had. Music by Snail's House: OP - Aloha: https://open.spotify.com/track/6TBlgMOQodxA0f4xb99CZc ED - Lullaby: https://open.spotify.com/track/4d7yL696enC0Izoted33QT  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. 06/01/2023

    Heaven and Hell

    In the second episode of The First Three: An Anime Podcast, we take a look at a couple of shows with big animation budgets and see if there is any substance to go along with all that style. Music by Snail's House: OP - Aloha: https://open.spotify.com/track/6TBlgMOQodxA0f4xb99CZc ED - Lullaby: https://open.spotify.com/track/4d7yL696enC0Izoted33QT  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. 05/24/2023

    Love is in the Air

    In this, the first episode of The First Three: An Anime Podcast, we take a look at four romance-focused series that debuted as part of the Spring 2023 season. Featuring coverage of Skip & Loafer, The Dangers in My Heart, My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999, and Insomniacs After School. Music by Snail's House: OP - Aloha: https://open.spotify.com/track/6TBlgMOQodxA0f4xb99CZc ED - Lullaby: https://open.spotify.com/track/4d7yL696enC0Izoted33QT  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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About

This podcast follows anime's "Golden Rule" providing reviews and recommendations of anime based on a show's first three episodes. There will also be episodes that focus on one series in its entirety, as well as episodes that focus on video games, just to mix it up a bit. Hosted by: Michael Lee This podcast is part of a bigger project to build and support a network of freelance anime & video game writers. If you are interested in supporting that effort, please see The First Three's Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Michael Lee
  • Years Active
    2023
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Michael Lee
  • Show Website
    The First Three