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Put your glasses on, nothing will be wrong! On this episode of the Third Impact Anime Podcast, we're reviewing the classic dark-fantasy anime series BERSERK, specifically the original 1997 adaptation by OLM covering the Golden Age Arc of the late Kentaro Miura's classic manga. Tobias, Austin, and Ryan are joined by frequent buddy and BERSERK super-fan, Will a.k.a. SwooshXBear, to talk about this incredibly influential and important series that we've never really talked about on the podcast before! Spoilers for the whole arc abound and do be aware that our conversation covers themes of violence, specifically sexual violence. Our convo is not crass but these themes do come up so listener discretion is advised.

00:00:00 Introduction

00:20:08 Cast and Production

00:57:55 Discussion

02:18:26 Final Thoughts

02:33:53 Outro
What did you think of BERSERK? What's your favorite piece of media that has been inspired by it? Let us know by sending us an e-mail at thirdimpactanime@gmail.com and we'll answer it on the show!

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OHAIYO GOZAIMASU! Watch out for passing trucks because we're reviewing the greatest zombie idol anime that takes place in Saga prefecture ever made, ZOMBIE LAND SAGA and its sequel season ZOMBIE LAND SAGA REVENGE. Austin and Bill take center stage on this one but they aren't alone! We welcome a very special guest to our idol troupe who you may know from their work on various visual novels, light novels, and manga series (links below) and their incredible work over at Anime Feminist, Cy Catwell! Cy was kind enough to join us for a review of one of their favorite idol series, and ours as well.
00:00:00 Intro and mini-interview with Cy about their translation work, living and working as a black person in Japan, and their role at Anime Feminist
00:32:57 ZOMBIE LAND SAGA production notes, cast & crew breakdown
00:57:50 ZOMBIE LAND SAGA S1 & S2 discussion and review
02:04:57 Outro
What did you think of ZOMBIE LAND SAGA? What do you possibly think the plot of the movie is going to be? Let us know by sending us an e-mail at thirdimpactanime@gmail.com and we'll answer it on the show!
You can connect with Cy on Twitter at @pixelatedlenses
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Hoist your wine glasses towards the infinite sea of stars! On this episode, we are reviewing the 1982 space opera based on the iconic manga from Leiji Matsumoto, Space Pirate Captain Harlock: Arcadia of My Youth. The primary reason we're reviewing this is because back on February 13th, 2023, Leiji Matsumoto passed away at age 85. His manga are some of the most enduring and influential works of the medium, placing him up there with Tezuka and other greats. Sully had the chance to interview some scholars of his works back in 2021 (you can find those here) but we've never properly reviewed any of his works until now! We hope you enjoy our review and thanks to all the fine folks in our Discord who submitted their top 3 Matsumoto works lists!

00:00:00 Introduction, remembering Leiji Matsumoto, and reflecting on our personal histories with his work

00:30:16 Cast, Crew, & Production history

00:57:01 Captain Harlock: Arcadia of My Youth Review

01:44:57 Talking about the dub & our overall thoughts on the film

02:06:52 Outro

Do you agree or disagree with our takes on Arcadia of My Youth? Do you have any recommendations of Matsumoto works to review next? Send us an email at thirdimpactanime@gmail.com and let us know. We'll respond on a future episode!
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After a multi-year-long delay from our coverage of season 1, we're back to talk about the second season of BEASTARS. The adventures of Legoshi, Haru, Louis, and the rest of the Cherryton Academy animal teens continue as the mysteries of Tem's death and devouring are finally revealed. This episode is NOT spoiler free. We hope you enjoy it!
00:00:00 Introduction and opening question: With another Discotek Day having recently happened, what factors make you decide to purchase an anime on physical media?
00:16:48 BEASTARS S2 Production breakdown
00:30:19 Discussion
01:13:36 Are we still down for Season 3? and Outro
Do you disagree with our takes on BEASTARS S2 and want to yell at us for being full of it? Do you agree and want to vindicate us? Send us an email at thirdimpactanime@gmail.com and let us know. We'll respond on a future episode!
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As the incredible Fall 2022 anime season wrapped up a few weeks ago, Tobias and Bill chat about the shows they enjoyed and kept up with. Between returning sequels, anticipated manga adaptations, and totally unexpected gems, there's a LOT to cover! Also they answer an audience comment from our Secret Santa episode.
What did you think of the Fall 2022 anime season? What shows did we miss that we should go back and check out? Let us know by sending us an email at thirdimpactanime@gmail.com
00:00:00 Introduction
00:07:01 Audience Question
00:20:29 Chainsaw Man
00:31:30 Blue Lock
00:38:10 Spy x Family Season 2
00:52:03 Pop Team Epic Season 2
01:03:45 Do It Yourself!!
01:12:28 Urusei Yatsura 2022
01:22:31 Lupin Zero
01:27:41 Raven of the Inner Palace
01:31:41 Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury
01:39:40 Detective Conan: The Culprit Hanzawa
01:42:35 Bocchi the Rock!
01:55:12 Winter 2023 Look-Forward and Outro
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Apologies for the delay in publishing this episode–Bill got invited to a dinner party in Ul’dah and had a hell of time getting out of there! After reviewing the end of the A Realm Reborn patches, we switch over to the first half of the Alabasta saga, as the Straw Hat gang enters the Grand Line and picks up two new crewmembers. No reindeer games await them, however, as they face off against Wapol of Drum Island, and Tobias gets ready to see what happens when they finally reach Vivi’s homeland.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:04:09 Bill finishes ARR
00:12:54 Tobias starts the Alabasta saga
00:35:25 Further Discussion about Alabasta
00:56:17 Outro
Drop us a line via email: agrandlinereborn@gmail.com
Graphics for A Grand Line Reborn are created by Basil Berchekas III @itsbasiltime
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