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    <description>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.</description>
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      <title>These Are the Anime Scenes We Will Never Forget (We Tried) | 116</title>
      <description>Anime is bigger than EVER, so The Anime Effect is breaking down why 1 in 5 Americans now watch it. PLUS, the hosts unpack huge Anime Expo updates, recent gaming reveals like Persona 6, and revisit the anime scenes that live rent-free in their heads!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mixture of roundtable news and discussion with Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, provide recommendations, and tackle fan questions. 

Talk to us! https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions 



HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah Presiden

SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon 

MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano



From The Anime Effect podcast to video essays, interviews, and deep dives on your favorites, Crunchyroll Presents takes you closer to the world of anime.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
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Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mixture of roundtable news and discussion with Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, provide recommendations, and tackle fan questions. 

Talk to us! https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions 



HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah Presiden

SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon 

MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano



From The Anime Effect podcast to video essays, interviews, and deep dives on your favorites, Crunchyroll Presents takes you closer to the world of anime.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mixture of roundtable news and discussion with Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, provide recommendations, and tackle fan questions. </p>
<p>Talk to us! https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions </p>
<p><br></p>
<p>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah Presiden</p>
<p>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</p>
<p>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon </p>
<p>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</p>
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<p>From The Anime Effect podcast to video essays, interviews, and deep dives on your favorites, Crunchyroll Presents takes you closer to the world of anime.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Pokémon Mania, Dorohedoro Lives &amp; One Piece Conquers Hollywood | NEWS</title>
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Director Takayuki Hirao's WASTED CHEF Anime Project Releases Teaser Trailer

Dorohedoro Season 3 Officially Announced

Delicious in Dungeon Season 2 Update

Pokémon 30th Anniversary TCG Set Revealed

Pokémon x LEGO TCG Contest Begins

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠

        •        HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

        •        SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

        •        V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

        •        MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

        •        EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>This week, The Anime Effect takes Pokémon scalpers to COURT! We’re breaking down the biggest anime news from Pokémon’s major 30th anniversary releases, a special Delicious in Dungeon season 2 tease, and One Piece’s surprising effect on Hollywood. Plus, we discover whether Goku or Vegeta tastes better…?!

Director Takayuki Hirao's WASTED CHEF Anime Project Releases Teaser Trailer

Dorohedoro Season 3 Officially Announced

Delicious in Dungeon Season 2 Update

Pokémon 30th Anniversary TCG Set Revealed

Pokémon x LEGO TCG Contest Begins

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠

        •        HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

        •        SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

        •        V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

        •        MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

        •        EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, The Anime Effect takes Pokémon scalpers to COURT! We’re breaking down the biggest anime news from Pokémon’s major 30th anniversary releases, a special Delicious in Dungeon season 2 tease, and One Piece’s surprising effect on Hollywood. Plus, we discover whether Goku or Vegeta tastes better…?!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/31/wasted-chef-anime-project-new-teaser-trailer"><strong>Director Takayuki Hirao's WASTED CHEF Anime Project Releases Teaser Trailer</strong></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/27/dorohedoro-season-3-anime-announced"><strong>Dorohedoro Season 3 Officially Announced</strong></a></p>
<p><a href="https://x.com/dun_meshi_anime/status/2061734567535669266"><strong>Delicious in Dungeon Season 2 Update</strong></a></p>
<p><a href="https://pokejungle.net/2026/06/01/pokemon-reveals-30th-celebration-tcg-expansion/"><strong>Pokémon 30th Anniversary TCG Set Revealed</strong></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/vote-now-for-the-lego-ideas-pokemon-trading-card-game-challenge-build-your-card"><strong>Pokémon x LEGO TCG Contest Begins</strong></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</p>
<p>        •        HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</p>
<p>        •        SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</p>
<p>        •        V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</p>
<p>        •        MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</p>
<p>        •        EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Big Sean Talks Dragon Ball, His Best Bars, and the Anime That Made Him a Rapper | 114</title>
      <description>Brace yourselves, The Anime Effect has a special double episode! This week, the hosts gather to talk ALL things Anime Awards as they unpack the celebration’s big winners and biggest surprises! THEN, we cut to the show’s hottest interview yet as Big Sean joins the chat to talk bars, beats, and the anime that made him a rapper. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mixture of roundtable news and discussion with Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, provide recommendations, and tackle fan questions. 

Talk to us here!

Crunchyroll News: Full Anime Awards 2026 Winners - CLICK HERE

HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon 

MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 18:27:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Big Sean Talks Dragon Ball, His Best Bars, and the Anime That Made Him a Rapper </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>114</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Brace yourselves, The Anime Effect has a special double episode! This week, the hosts gather to talk ALL things Anime Awards as they unpack the celebration’s big winners and biggest surprises! THEN, we cut to the show’s hottest interview yet as Big Sean joins the chat to talk bars, beats, and the anime that made him a rapper. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mixture of roundtable news and discussion with Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, provide recommendations, and tackle fan questions. 

Talk to us here!

Crunchyroll News: Full Anime Awards 2026 Winners - CLICK HERE

HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon 

MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Brace yourselves, The Anime Effect has a special double episode! This week, the hosts gather to talk ALL things Anime Awards as they unpack the celebration’s big winners and biggest surprises! THEN, we cut to the show’s hottest interview yet as Big Sean joins the chat to talk bars, beats, and the anime that made him a rapper. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mixture of roundtable news and discussion with Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, provide recommendations, and tackle fan questions. 

Talk to us <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">here</a>!</p>
<p>Crunchyroll News: Full Anime Awards 2026 Winners - <a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/22/anime-awards-2026-winners-list">CLICK HERE</a>

HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon 

MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Could YOU Survive These Deadly Isekai Worlds? Plus Big Gundam News | 113</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is REAL as we break down Disney’s anime dreams, major Gundam updates, Hello Kitty’s Hollywood debut, and more. PLUS, we ask the age-old question: could you survive the deadliest worlds of isekai anime? 

Crunchyroll NEWS:⁠


  https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/15/new-gundam-wing-video-original-series-remaster-gundam-50th-anniversary

  
⁠⁠https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/14/princess-mononoke-kabuki-stage-play-cast-visuals-in-costume⁠⁠


  
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/hello-kitty-movie-directors-1236752660/⁠⁠


  https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/12/king-of-prism-your-endless-call-anime-dual-cheer-screening-last-sharknado⁠


Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions. 

Talk to us! ⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon 

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 15:49:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Could YOU Survive These Deadly Isekai Worlds? Plus Gundam &amp; Hello Kitty News</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>113</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is REAL as we break down Disney’s anime dreams, major Gundam updates, Hello Kitty’s Hollywood debut, and more. PLUS, we ask the age-old question: could you survive the deadliest worlds of isekai anime? 

Crunchyroll NEWS:⁠


  https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/15/new-gundam-wing-video-original-series-remaster-gundam-50th-anniversary

  
⁠⁠https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/14/princess-mononoke-kabuki-stage-play-cast-visuals-in-costume⁠⁠


  
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/hello-kitty-movie-directors-1236752660/⁠⁠


  https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/12/king-of-prism-your-endless-call-anime-dual-cheer-screening-last-sharknado⁠


Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions. 

Talk to us! ⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon 

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is REAL as we break down Disney’s anime dreams, major Gundam updates, Hello Kitty’s Hollywood debut, and more. PLUS, we ask the age-old question: could you survive the deadliest worlds of isekai anime? </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/?srsltid=AfmBOoq0XKe2eZux3mzvm5-iUudeDNGQxU9V0-_Fwqunnc9dSm5OGUNn"><strong>Crunchyroll NEWS</strong></a><strong>:</strong><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/14/princess-mononoke-kabuki-stage-play-cast-visuals-in-costume"><strong>⁠</strong></a><strong></strong></p>
<ul>
  <li><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/14/princess-mononoke-kabuki-stage-play-cast-visuals-in-costume">https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/15/new-gundam-wing-video-original-series-remaster-gundam-50th-anniversary</a></li>
  <li>
<a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/14/princess-mononoke-kabuki-stage-play-cast-visuals-in-costume">⁠</a><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/14/princess-mononoke-kabuki-stage-play-cast-visuals-in-costume">⁠https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/14/princess-mononoke-kabuki-stage-play-cast-visuals-in-costume⁠</a><a href="https://variety.com/2026/film/news/hello-kitty-movie-directors-1236752660/">⁠</a>
</li>
  <li>
<a href="https://variety.com/2026/film/news/hello-kitty-movie-directors-1236752660/">https://variety.com/2026/film/news/hello-kitty-movie-directors-1236752660/⁠</a><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/12/king-of-prism-your-endless-call-anime-dual-cheer-screening-last-sharknado">⁠</a>
</li>
  <li><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/12/king-of-prism-your-endless-call-anime-dual-cheer-screening-last-sharknado">https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/12/king-of-prism-your-endless-call-anime-dual-cheer-screening-last-sharknado⁠</a></li>
</ul>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions. </p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon </li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <description>We're BACK to cover this week's biggest anime headlines like Akira's creator opening a brand-new anime studio and Dragon Ball's big Goku Day plans. PLUS, we lose our absolute minds creating fake anime synopses for your favorite shows.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Goku Day Goes Wild + We Curse Naruto in Our Most Unhinged Game Ever </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>112</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>We're BACK to cover this week's biggest anime headlines like Akira's creator opening a brand-new anime studio and Dragon Ball's big Goku Day plans. PLUS, we lose our absolute minds creating fake anime synopses for your favorite shows.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <description>We're coming at you with all the OG Anime Effect hosts, and they're breaking down this week's anime headlines. Attack on Titan: THE LAST ATTACK is getting a re-release, the Black Clover manga is coming to an end, and more. PLUS, we ask the burning question: What makes a good anime remake?!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:59:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>We're coming at you with all the OG Anime Effect hosts, and they're breaking down this week's anime headlines. Attack on Titan: THE LAST ATTACK is getting a re-release, the Black Clover manga is coming to an end, and more. PLUS, we ask the burning question: What makes a good anime remake?!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
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  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
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      <title>We Take Evangelion to ANIME COURT to Kickstart Ani-May | 110</title>
      <description>Y'all, the anime news this week is CRAZY! We're breaking down what you can see this ANI-MAY, the awesome titles announced at CCXP Mexico, and Kagurabachi is getting an anime! PLUS, Nick and Alex face off in ANIME COURT over Evangelion!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>110</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:summary>Y'all, the anime news this week is CRAZY! We're breaking down what you can see this ANI-MAY, the awesome titles announced at CCXP Mexico, and Kagurabachi is getting an anime! PLUS, Nick and Alex face off in ANIME COURT over Evangelion!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Gundam Goes Big &amp; Our 2026 Anime Rankings Go Rogue | 109</title>
      <description>The anime news never STOPS! We've got updates on the live-action Gundam movie, where you can catch My Hero Academia live, and so much more. PLUS, we're blind ranking 2026 anime titles!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Gundam Goes Big &amp; Our 2026 Anime Rankings Go Rogue </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>109</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The anime news never STOPS! We've got updates on the live-action Gundam movie, where you can catch My Hero Academia live, and so much more. PLUS, we're blind ranking 2026 anime titles!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Popeyes Meets ONE PIECE &amp; the Beach Episode Debate Nobody Saw Coming | 108</title>
      <description>This week, we’ve got some wild anime news to talk about: The Weeknd is coming to the Anime Awards 2026, ONE PIECE is collaborating with Popeyes, and more! PLUS, Alex reveals his HOTTEST TAKE on anime yet.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Popeyes Meets ONE PIECE &amp; the Beach Episode Debate Nobody Saw Coming</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>This week, we’ve got some wild anime news to talk about: The Weeknd is coming to the Anime Awards 2026, ONE PIECE is collaborating with Popeyes, and more! PLUS, Alex reveals his HOTTEST TAKE on anime yet.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Can YOU Name These Shonen Anime? Plus, Anime Awards 2026 Is Loaded | 107</title>
      <description>Listen up! We’re breaking down the hottest anime news, such as the top-tier list of presenters and performers slated for the Anime Awards 2026, a special My Hero Academia birthday event, and a new Kamen Rider project! PLUS, we try to name as many shonen anime as we can with only clues!

Anime Awards 2026: Voting Goes Live as RZA, Winston Duke and More Join the Live Show

Daemons of the Shadow Realm English Dub Reveals Release Date, Cast and Crew

My Hero Academia Anime Unveils New Visual for Extra Episode

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Scarlet Bond Releases in U.S., Canada on April 20

The Kamen Rider Animated Project Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

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  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Can YOU Name These Shonen Anime? Plus, Anime Awards 2026 Is Loaded</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>107</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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Anime Awards 2026: Voting Goes Live as RZA, Winston Duke and More Join the Live Show

Daemons of the Shadow Realm English Dub Reveals Release Date, Cast and Crew

My Hero Academia Anime Unveils New Visual for Extra Episode

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Scarlet Bond Releases in U.S., Canada on April 20

The Kamen Rider Animated Project Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2026/4/2/anime-awards-2026-voting-goes-live-as-rza-winston-duke-and-more-join-the-live-show">Anime Awards 2026: Voting Goes Live as RZA, Winston Duke and More Join the Live Show</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2026/4/3/daemons-of-the-shadow-realm-anime-english-dub-release-date-cast-crew">Daemons of the Shadow Realm English Dub Reveals Release Date, Cast and Crew</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/4/3/my-hero-academia-anime-extra-episode-key-visual">My Hero Academia Anime Unveils New Visual for Extra Episode</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/4/3/the-kamen-rider-animated-project-announced">The Kamen Rider Animated Project Announced</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
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      <title>Anime Awards 2026 Nominees Make Us Spiral &amp; AnimeJapan Delivers | 106</title>
      <description>It's time to catch up on ALL the exciting updates from AnimeJapan 2026, like a new ONE PIECE Heroines trailer and so much more! Plus, we react to the impressive list of Anime Awards 2026 nominations and spiral only a little!

⁠VOTE FOR US HERE!

ANIME JAPAN Roundup

Gachiakuta: The Game Releases Combat Preview Videos for Rudo, Enjin and More

Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast and Crew

Witch Hat Atelier English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast and Crew

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Anime Awards 2026 Nominees Make Us Spiral &amp; AnimeJapan Delivers</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>106</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>It's time to catch up on ALL the exciting updates from AnimeJapan 2026, like a new ONE PIECE Heroines trailer and so much more! Plus, we react to the impressive list of Anime Awards 2026 nominations and spiral only a little!

⁠VOTE FOR US HERE!

ANIME JAPAN Roundup

Gachiakuta: The Game Releases Combat Preview Videos for Rudo, Enjin and More

Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast and Crew

Witch Hat Atelier English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast and Crew

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>It's time to catch up on ALL the exciting updates from AnimeJapan 2026, like a new ONE PIECE Heroines trailer and so much more! Plus, we react to the impressive list of Anime Awards 2026 nominations and spiral only a little!</p>
<p><strong></strong><a href="https://shortyawards.com/18th/crunchyroll-presents-the-anime-effect"><strong>⁠VOTE FOR US HERE!</strong></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/3/29/animejapan-2026-news-roundup">ANIME JAPAN Roundup</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/3/30/gachiakuta-the-game-combat-trailers-rudo-enjin-and-more">Gachiakuta: The Game Releases Combat Preview Videos for Rudo, Enjin and More</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2026/3/30/go-for-it-nakamura-kun-anime-english-dub-same-day-release-cast-crew">Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast and Crew</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2026/3/26/witch-hat-atelier-anime-english-dub-same-day-release-cast-crew">Witch Hat Atelier English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast and Crew</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Our ULTIMATE Spring 2026 Anime Guide w/ Solo Leveling's Michelle Rojas | 105</title>
      <description>Listen! We’re exploring all of the new and returning anime titles coming Spring 2026, we BLIND RANK anime plot twists, and we preview Union Arena's latest release with Solo Leveling star Michelle Rojas!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Our ULTIMATE Spring 2026 Anime Guide w/ Solo Leveling's Michelle Rojas</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>106</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Listen! We’re exploring all of the new and returning anime titles coming Spring 2026, we BLIND RANK anime plot twists, and we preview Union Arena's latest release with Solo Leveling star Michelle Rojas!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Samurai Champloo Goes Live-Action &amp; We Expose Our Anime Watchlists | 104</title>
      <description>You heard that right! A live-action Samurai Champloo adaptation is in the works, our fave anime artists are planning festival appearances and MORE! Plus, we're sharing our anime watchlists before hearing from you all in Fan Service.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 03:04:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Samurai Champloo Goes Live-Action &amp; We Expose Our Anime Watchlists</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>104</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>You heard that right! A live-action Samurai Champloo adaptation is in the works, our fave anime artists are planning festival appearances and MORE! Plus, we're sharing our anime watchlists before hearing from you all in Fan Service.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>You heard that right! A live-action Samurai Champloo adaptation is in the works, our fave anime artists are planning festival appearances and MORE! Plus, we're sharing our anime watchlists before hearing from you all in Fan Service.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Pokémon’s Veronica Taylor On Becoming Ash Ketchum &amp; Finding Your Voice | 103</title>
      <description>The ICONIC Veronica Taylor, the OG voice of Ash Ketchum from Pokémon, joins us to share the impact anime has had on her life, her advice for aspiring voice actors, and stories not even diehard fans have heard before. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:30:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Pokémon’s Veronica Taylor On Becoming Ash Ketchum &amp; Finding Your Voice</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>103</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The ICONIC Veronica Taylor, the OG voice of Ash Ketchum from Pokémon, joins us to share the impact anime has had on her life, her advice for aspiring voice actors, and stories not even diehard fans have heard before. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <description>The Anime Effect weathers a news hurricane as it sorts headlines like a new Crunchyroll Manga drop, the debut of a new Evangelion anime, Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- updates, a brand-new Sword Art Online game, and more!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <itunes:title>Evangelion Gets a New Anime, SAO Returns &amp; Crunchyroll Manga Levels Up</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect weathers a news hurricane as it sorts headlines like a new Crunchyroll Manga drop, the debut of a new Evangelion anime, Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- updates, a brand-new Sword Art Online game, and more!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
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      <itunes:summary>Seattle Storm forward Gabby Williams takes a break from the WNBA court to gab about her gateway anime, what she’s watching now, and how she fell in love with anime. Plus, she builds her ultimate ANIME DREAM TEAM with our help.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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Pokémon Celebrates 30th Anniversary With Generation 10 Reveal

ONE PIECE Manga Surpasses 600 Million Copies in Print

Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc x a statement of Apparel Line Launches

Rilakumma Short Form TV Anime Premieres on April 4

Apex Legends Gundam Event Includes Wildcard Takeover, Limited Edition Gunpla and More

My Hero Academia in Concert European Tour Kicks Off This September

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
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Pokémon Celebrates 30th Anniversary With Generation 10 Reveal

ONE PIECE Manga Surpasses 600 Million Copies in Print

Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc x a statement of Apparel Line Launches

Rilakumma Short Form TV Anime Premieres on April 4

Apex Legends Gundam Event Includes Wildcard Takeover, Limited Edition Gunpla and More

My Hero Academia in Concert European Tour Kicks Off This September

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/27/pokemon-winds-and-pokemon-waves-announces-pokemon-day-presents-feb-2027"><strong>Pokémon Celebrates 30th Anniversary With Generation 10 Reveal</strong></a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/24/my-hero-academia-in-concert-european-tour-kicks-off-this-september"><strong>My Hero Academia in Concert European Tour Kicks Off This September</strong></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <description>Hannah Bahng joins The Anime Effect to reveal her favorite anime, OTP ships, and explains why everyone should be way more cringe.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Hannah Bahng's Anime Hear-Me-Out-Cake Sounds Totally Delicious</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>100</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Hannah Bahng joins The Anime Effect to reveal her favorite anime, OTP ships, and explains why everyone should be way more cringe.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>A New Evangelion Anime Wasn't On Our Bingo Card for 2026, Okay?! | NEWS</title>
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New Evangelion Anime Series in Production

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle II, Genshin Impact and More Teased in Ufotable Highlight Reel

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle is coming back to North American and United Kingdom theaters next month

MANGA Plus Introduces New Feature to Make T-shirts from Manga Pages 

Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Comes to Nintendo Switch on February 27

Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Film Casts Kristen Bell as Amy Rose

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 23:07:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>A New Evangelion Anime Wasn't On Our Bingo Card for 2026, Okay?! </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>We admit it, we did NOT have a new Evangelion anime on our 2026 Bingo Card! PLUS, the show breaks down the next projects from Ufotable, the latest Pokémon games, the newest member of the Sonic live-action cast, and the best new way to rep your favorite manga.

New Evangelion Anime Series in Production

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle II, Genshin Impact and More Teased in Ufotable Highlight Reel

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle is coming back to North American and United Kingdom theaters next month

MANGA Plus Introduces New Feature to Make T-shirts from Manga Pages 

Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Comes to Nintendo Switch on February 27

Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Film Casts Kristen Bell as Amy Rose

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>We admit it, we did NOT have a new Evangelion anime on our 2026 Bingo Card! PLUS, the show breaks down the next projects from Ufotable, the latest Pokémon games, the newest member of the Sonic live-action cast, and the best new way to rep your favorite manga.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/23/new-neon-genesis-evangelion-anime-series-in-production"><u>New Evangelion Anime Series in Production</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/21/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-ii-genshin-impact-anime-ufotable-promo-reel"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle II, Genshin Impact and More Teased in Ufotable Highlight Reel</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2026/2/20/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-returns-to-united-states-canada-united-kingdom-theaters-march-2026"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle is coming back to North American and United Kingdom theaters next month</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/17/manga-plus-shueisha-tshirt-maker"><u>MANGA Plus Introduces New Feature to Make T-shirts from Manga Pages</u></a> </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/20/pokemon-firered-and-leafgreen-nintendo-switch-february-27-pokemon-day"><u>Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Comes to Nintendo Switch on February 27</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/19/sonic-the-hedgehog-4-casts-kristen-bell-as-amy-rose"><u>Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Film Casts Kristen Bell as Amy Rose</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>100</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect just hit 100 episodes, and there's nothing you can do about it! We're celebrating our favorite moments from the show with guests, spilling behind-the-scenes tea, and facing the most hardcore anime trivia imaginable.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Chainsaw Man's BIG Streaming Update + What Makes a Modern Classic? | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect unpacks ALL the big news this week as Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc prepares to stream, the Texas Rangers team up with JUJUTSU KAISEN, and BLEACH drops a brand-new update on its next anime project...! Brace for impact. 

Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc Streams on Crunchyroll Spring 2026

Texas Rangers MLB Team Brings JUJUTSU KAISEN Night Back with New Themed Jerseys

BLEACH "THE STORIES" TV Anime Project Reveals Soul Society Arc Visual and Release Schedule

Metal Band Spiritbox Joins the Battle with Sentenced to Be a Hero AMV

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect unpacks ALL the big news this week as Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc prepares to stream, the Texas Rangers team up with JUJUTSU KAISEN, and BLEACH drops a brand-new update on its next anime project...! Brace for impact. 

Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc Streams on Crunchyroll Spring 2026

Texas Rangers MLB Team Brings JUJUTSU KAISEN Night Back with New Themed Jerseys

BLEACH "THE STORIES" TV Anime Project Reveals Soul Society Arc Visual and Release Schedule

Metal Band Spiritbox Joins the Battle with Sentenced to Be a Hero AMV

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2026/2/10/chainsaw-man-the-movie-reze-arc-stream-spring-2026"><u>Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc Streams on Crunchyroll Spring 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/11/jujutsu-kaisen-night-texas-rangers-new-themed-jerseys"><u>Texas Rangers MLB Team Brings JUJUTSU KAISEN Night Back with New Themed Jerseys</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/15/bleach-the-stories-soul-society-arc-visual-release-schedule"><u>BLEACH "THE STORIES" TV Anime Project Reveals Soul Society Arc Visual and Release Schedule</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/12/spiritbox-sentenced-to-be-a-hero-amv"><u>Metal Band Spiritbox Joins the Battle with Sentenced to Be a Hero AMV</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>The Ultimate Anime Battle Royale BEGINS w/ Khleo Thomas &amp; Lena Lemon | 99</title>
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Follow along with the emoji game:

🐉 ⚽️ 💤

👻 ➡️ 🥚

🍵 📔 🐱

1️⃣ 🤜 👨🏻‍🦲

⚓ 🌒 🐈‍⬛

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🤖 👼 🪑

🦸‍♂️ 📚 😭

👩🏻 ❤️ 👱🏻‍♂️

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>The Ultimate Anime Battle Royale BEGINS w/ Khleo Thomas &amp; Lena Lemon</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Khleo Thomas &amp; Lena Lemon join The Anime Effect for a very special edition of the show. It's battle royale time! Who will be crowned as the ultimate anime fan? You'll have to tune in to find out...!

Follow along with the emoji game:

🐉 ⚽️ 💤

👻 ➡️ 🥚

🍵 📔 🐱

1️⃣ 🤜 👨🏻‍🦲

⚓ 🌒 🐈‍⬛

⛓️ 🪚 🧍‍♂️

💅 🪡 🎎

🍓🍍🗑️

🦎 👹 🎱

🗡️ 🖼️ 🌐

👽 👻 👵🏻

🃏 👮 🌸

🤖 👼 🪑

🦸‍♂️ 📚 😭

👩🏻 ❤️ 👱🏻‍♂️

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Khleo Thomas &amp; Lena Lemon join The Anime Effect for a very special edition of the show. It's battle royale time! Who will be crowned as the ultimate anime fan? You'll have to tune in to find out...!</p>
<p>Follow along with the emoji game:</p>
<p>🐉 ⚽️ 💤</p>
<p>👻 ➡️ 🥚</p>
<p>🍵 📔 🐱</p>
<p>1️⃣ 🤜 👨🏻‍🦲</p>
<p>⚓ 🌒 🐈‍⬛</p>
<p>⛓️ 🪚 🧍‍♂️</p>
<p>💅 🪡 🎎</p>
<p>🍓🍍🗑️</p>
<p>🦎 👹 🎱</p>
<p>🗡️ 🖼️ 🌐</p>
<p>👽 👻 👵🏻</p>
<p>🃏 👮 🌸</p>
<p>🤖 👼 🪑</p>
<p>🦸‍♂️ 📚 😭</p>
<p>👩🏻 ❤️ 👱🏻‍♂️</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>ONE PIECE Dominates Our Weekly News With Help From... Digimon?! | NEWS</title>
      <description>One Piece is taking over The Anime Effect with a slew of MAJOR updates, including a very special sneak peek. Plus! We go over the biggest winners of the 2026 Tokyo Anime Awards and revisit Digimon ahead of its long-awaited comeback!

ONE PIECE Night Returns to T-Mobile Park in March for Mariners Game 

Boston Red Sox x ONE PIECE Theme Night Returns This May with Themed Bomber Jacket, Plush

ONE PIECE HEROINES Anime Airs Nami Episode on July 5

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, Gundam GQuuuuuuX Win Top Honors at Tokyo Anime Awards 2026

Violet Evergarden Live in Concert USA Tour Sets Sights on Three Cities This Month

Digimon Story Time Stranger Sets Switch, Switch 2 Launch Date

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>ONE PIECE Dominates Our Weekly News With Help From... Digimon?!</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>One Piece is taking over The Anime Effect with a slew of MAJOR updates, including a very special sneak peek. Plus! We go over the biggest winners of the 2026 Tokyo Anime Awards and revisit Digimon ahead of its long-awaited comeback!

ONE PIECE Night Returns to T-Mobile Park in March for Mariners Game 

Boston Red Sox x ONE PIECE Theme Night Returns This May with Themed Bomber Jacket, Plush

ONE PIECE HEROINES Anime Airs Nami Episode on July 5

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, Gundam GQuuuuuuX Win Top Honors at Tokyo Anime Awards 2026

Violet Evergarden Live in Concert USA Tour Sets Sights on Three Cities This Month

Digimon Story Time Stranger Sets Switch, Switch 2 Launch Date

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>One Piece is taking over The Anime Effect with a slew of MAJOR updates, including a very special sneak peek. Plus! We go over the biggest winners of the 2026 Tokyo Anime Awards and revisit Digimon ahead of its long-awaited comeback!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/4/one-piece-night-returns-to-t-mobile-park-for-mariners-game"><u>ONE PIECE Night Returns to T-Mobile Park in March for Mariners Game</u></a> </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/6/boston-red-sox-one-piece-theme-night-may-2026-bomber-jacket-plush"><u>Boston Red Sox x ONE PIECE Theme Night Returns This May with Themed Bomber Jacket, Plush</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/5/one-piece-heroines-anime-nami-episode-july-5-premiere-teaser-visual"><u>ONE PIECE HEROINES Anime Airs Nami Episode on July 5</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/2/demon-slayer-infinity-castle-gundam-gquuuuuux-anime-of-the-year-tokyo-anime-awards-2026"><u>Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, Gundam GQuuuuuuX Win Top Honors at Tokyo Anime Awards 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/6/violet-evergarden-live-in-concert-usa-tour-dates"><u>Violet Evergarden Live in Concert USA Tour Sets Sights on Three Cities This Month</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/5/digimon-story-time-stranger-switch-switch-2-launch-date"><u>Digimon Story Time Stranger Sets Switch, Switch 2 Launch Date</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <description>BABYMETAL is in the studio! Seriously! The group reveals the anime trios they love most, their reactions to joining the One-Punch Man universe, why metal and anime pair so well, and more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

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      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>BABYMETAL's Origin Story Would Make the Ultimate Anime (ft. BABYMETAL) </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>99</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:summary>BABYMETAL is in the studio! Seriously! The group reveals the anime trios they love most, their reactions to joining the One-Punch Man universe, why metal and anime pair so well, and more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
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      <title>Gundam Steals Jujutsu Kaisen's Spotlight w/ Anime's Greatest Needle Drop | NEWS</title>
      <description>We're breaking down the FIRST announcements of the 2026 Anime Awards, the upcoming JUJUTSU KAISEN global tour, the shocking finale of MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM HATHAWAY, and the next era of GHOST IN THE SHELL. You ready for it?

Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2026 Sets May 23 for 10th Anniversary, Yoko Takahashi to Perform

JUJUTSU KAISEN in Concert Global Music Tour Kicks Off in June

MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM HATHAWAY The Sorcery of Nymph Circe Anime Film Releases New Trailer Featuring Guns N' Roses Ending Theme Song

THE GHOST IN THE SHELL Anime Reveals July 2026 Broadcast in New Trailer, Visual

Chainsmoker Cat Anime Adaptation Announced for July 2026

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2026 Sets May 23 for 10th Anniversary, Yoko Takahashi to Perform

JUJUTSU KAISEN in Concert Global Music Tour Kicks Off in June

MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM HATHAWAY The Sorcery of Nymph Circe Anime Film Releases New Trailer Featuring Guns N' Roses Ending Theme Song

THE GHOST IN THE SHELL Anime Reveals July 2026 Broadcast in New Trailer, Visual

Chainsmoker Cat Anime Adaptation Announced for July 2026

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2026/1/28/anime-awards-2026-air-date-yoko-takahashi-evangelion"><u>Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2026 Sets May 23 for 10th Anniversary, Yoko Takahashi to Perform</u></a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/30/the-ghost-in-the-shell-anime-july-2026-release-date-trailer-key-visual-music-staff"><u>THE GHOST IN THE SHELL Anime Reveals July 2026 Broadcast in New Trailer, Visual</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/2/1/chainsmoker-cat-anime-adaptation-announced-for-july-2026"><u>Chainsmoker Cat Anime Adaptation Announced for July 2026</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Crystal Kay Reveals The Magical Girl Anime That First Made Her Feel Seen | 97</title>
      <description>Pop star Crystal Kay stops by the studio on her first North American tour to unpack her favorite anime, why she wants to create more music for anime, and the magical girl icon who made her feel seen.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Crystal Kay Reveals The Magical Girl Anime That First Made Her Feel Seen</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>97</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Pop star Crystal Kay stops by the studio on her first North American tour to unpack her favorite anime, why she wants to create more music for anime, and the magical girl icon who made her feel seen.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Dragon Ball’s Huge 40th Anniversary News Hits Us Like a Spirit Bomb | NEWS</title>
      <description>What's on the agenda today? Dragon Ball drops a HUGE update for its 40th anniversary, The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie is heading to US theaters, and The Apothecary Diaries x Steady Hands collection is looking peak. PLUS, we have big emotions about Yoshi!

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 Anime Travels on with Creditless Opening, Ending Videos

Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol Anime Officially in Production

Dragon Ball Super: Beerus Enhanced Anime Announced for Fall 2026  

New Dragon Ball Game Project AGE 1000 Revealed for 2027

The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie to Screen in US Three Days After Japan

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Introduces Yoshi in New Trailer, Visual

The Apothecary Diaries Steady Hands Collection Expands with More Apparel

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Dragon Ball’s Huge 40th Anniversary Update Hits Like A Spirit Bomb </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>What's on the agenda today? Dragon Ball drops a HUGE update for its 40th anniversary, The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie is heading to US theaters, and The Apothecary Diaries x Steady Hands collection is looking peak. PLUS, we have big emotions about Yoshi!

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 Anime Travels on with Creditless Opening, Ending Videos

Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol Anime Officially in Production

Dragon Ball Super: Beerus Enhanced Anime Announced for Fall 2026  

New Dragon Ball Game Project AGE 1000 Revealed for 2027

The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie to Screen in US Three Days After Japan

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Introduces Yoshi in New Trailer, Visual

The Apothecary Diaries Steady Hands Collection Expands with More Apparel

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>What's on the agenda today? Dragon Ball drops a HUGE update for its 40th anniversary, The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie is heading to US theaters, and The Apothecary Diaries x Steady Hands collection is looking peak. PLUS, we have big emotions about Yoshi!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/18/frieren-beyond-journeys-end-season-2-anime-creditless-opening-ending-videos"><u>Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 Anime Travels on with Creditless Opening, Ending Videos</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/25/dragon-ball-super-anime-galactic-patrol-adaptation-announcement"><u>Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol Anime Officially in Production</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/25/dragon-ball-super-beerus-enhanced-anime-announced-fall-2026-trailer-visual"><u>Dragon Ball Super: Beerus Enhanced Anime Announced for Fall 2026</u></a>  </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/25/new-dragon-ball-game-project-age-1000-revealed-for-2027"><u>New Dragon Ball Game Project AGE 1000 Revealed for 2027</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/20/the-dangers-in-my-heart-the-movie-united-states-screenings"><u>The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie to Screen in US Three Days After Japan</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/25/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-yoshi-trailer-visual"><u>The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Introduces Yoshi in New Trailer, Visual</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/16/the-apothecary-diaries-steady-hands-collection-rear-palace"><u>The Apothecary Diaries Steady Hands Collection Expands with More Apparel</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Joining the TRIGUN STARGAZE Hype Train with Creator Yasuhiro Nightow | 96</title>
      <description>Trigun &amp; TRIGUN STARGAZE creator Yasuhiro Nightow tells us his favorite (and least favorite) Trigun characters, what he loves about the new anime adaptation, and so much more. Tune in only on The Anime Effect!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <itunes:episode>96</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Trigun &amp; TRIGUN STARGAZE creator Yasuhiro Nightow tells us his favorite (and least favorite) Trigun characters, what he loves about the new anime adaptation, and so much more. Tune in only on The Anime Effect!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President<br>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>It's Official: Anime's Top 10 Crushes Are Finally Live &amp; We're Blushing | NEWS</title>
      <description>It's official! We're breaking down the top 10 anime crushes of 2025 and blushing for real. PLUS! We talk about KONOSUBA-God's blessing on this wonderful world! Season 4, the ultimate live-action One Piece collab with NERF, and even ranking the best OPs from My Hero Academia's catalog. 

Top 10 Anime Crushes of 2025 According to Fans

KONOSUBA -God's blessing on this wonderful world! Season 4 Anime Confirmed

Umamusume: Pretty Derby – Beginning of a New Era Anime Film Hits North American Theaters in February 2026

MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM HATHAWAY The Sorcery of Nymph Circe Anime Film Unveils SZA Theme Song

EXCLUSIVE: Live-Action ONE PIECE NERF Collaboration Revealed

Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Trailer Celebrates Blue Blur’s Latest Milestone (genre)

Let’s Celebrate All the My Hero Academia Openings (So Far) 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>It's Official: Anime's Top 10 Crushes Are Finally Live &amp; We're Blushing</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>It's official! We're breaking down the top 10 anime crushes of 2025 and blushing for real. PLUS! We talk about KONOSUBA-God's blessing on this wonderful world! Season 4, the ultimate live-action One Piece collab with NERF, and even ranking the best OPs from My Hero Academia's catalog. 

Top 10 Anime Crushes of 2025 According to Fans

KONOSUBA -God's blessing on this wonderful world! Season 4 Anime Confirmed

Umamusume: Pretty Derby – Beginning of a New Era Anime Film Hits North American Theaters in February 2026

MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM HATHAWAY The Sorcery of Nymph Circe Anime Film Unveils SZA Theme Song

EXCLUSIVE: Live-Action ONE PIECE NERF Collaboration Revealed

Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Trailer Celebrates Blue Blur’s Latest Milestone (genre)

Let’s Celebrate All the My Hero Academia Openings (So Far) 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/quizzes/2026/1/12/top-anime-crushes-2025"><u>Top 10 Anime Crushes of 2025 According to Fans</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/13/konosuba-gods-blessing-on-this-wonderful-world-season-4-anime-confirmed"><u>KONOSUBA -God's blessing on this wonderful world! Season 4 Anime Confirmed</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/14/umamusume-pretty-derby-beginning-of-a-new-era-anime-film-north-american-release-date"><u>Umamusume: Pretty Derby – Beginning of a New Era Anime Film Hits North American Theaters in February 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/15/mobile-suit-gundam-hathaway-the-sorcery-of-nymph-circe-sza-theme-song-trailer"><u>MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM HATHAWAY The Sorcery of Nymph Circe Anime Film Unveils SZA Theme Song</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/13/one-piece-live-action-nerf-collab-revealed?srsltid=AfmBOor-dzsaeEO9Kyo_iXs-WH_jchqUL4S86OQBnRNF-YKvi_kK_u61"><u>EXCLUSIVE: Live-Action ONE PIECE NERF Collaboration Revealed</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/15/sonic-the-hedgehog-35th-anniversary-trailer"><u>Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Trailer Celebrates Blue Blur’s Latest Milestone (genre)</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/features/2024/4/27/my-hero-academia-opening-songs-list?srsltid=AfmBOoq5OaqJnfB6hp6jc5kg2zRYnblnCvCXlsZeF5UBx-2H6G9YmWCk"><u>Let’s Celebrate All the My Hero Academia Openings (So Far)</u></a> </p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President<br>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Why Solo Leveling Will Inspire Radio's Next Pop Hit (ft. hemlocke springs) | 95</title>
      <description>Will Solo Leveling inspire the next big pop hit? It seems hemlocke springs is convinced the anime can do it. The artist is taking a break from touring to chat with us about her new album &amp; the top anime she'd recommend to Chappel Roan and Conan Gray!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Why Solo Leveling Will Inspire Radio's Next Pop Hit (ft. hemlocke springs)</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>95</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Will Solo Leveling inspire the next big pop hit? It seems hemlocke springs is convinced the anime can do it. The artist is taking a break from touring to chat with us about her new album &amp; the top anime she'd recommend to Chappel Roan and Conan Gray!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Will Solo Leveling inspire the next big pop hit? It seems hemlocke springs is convinced the anime can do it. The artist is taking a break from touring to chat with us about her new album &amp; the top anime she'd recommend to Chappel Roan and Conan Gray!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>We’re Dissecting the New ONE PIECE Season 2 Trailer So You Don't Have To | NEWS</title>
      <description>We've got ZERO chill on this week's episode as we're dissecting the live-action ONE PIECE season 2 trailer, discussing what we know about Godzilla Minus Zero, revealing the anime nominated for 2026 Annie Awards, and more. PLUS, we go all-in on YOUR most anticipated anime of 2026.

JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 3 Episodes 1-2 Recap, “Execution / One More Time”

Live-Action ONE PIECE Season 2 Trailer Sets Stage for Major Players

Godzilla Minus Zero Film's North American Premiere Date Set

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, DAN DA DAN and More Nominated for Annie Awards

Fairy Tail Celebrates 20 Years With New Hiro Mashima Illustration

Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise Anime Movie to Release in U.S., Canada Theaters on January 19, 2026

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>We’re Dissecting the New ONE PIECE Season 2 Trailer So You Don't Have To</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>We've got ZERO chill on this week's episode as we're dissecting the live-action ONE PIECE season 2 trailer, discussing what we know about Godzilla Minus Zero, revealing the anime nominated for 2026 Annie Awards, and more. PLUS, we go all-in on YOUR most anticipated anime of 2026.

JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 3 Episodes 1-2 Recap, “Execution / One More Time”

Live-Action ONE PIECE Season 2 Trailer Sets Stage for Major Players

Godzilla Minus Zero Film's North American Premiere Date Set

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, DAN DA DAN and More Nominated for Annie Awards

Fairy Tail Celebrates 20 Years With New Hiro Mashima Illustration

Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise Anime Movie to Release in U.S., Canada Theaters on January 19, 2026

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>We've got ZERO chill on this week's episode as we're dissecting the live-action ONE PIECE season 2 trailer, discussing what we know about Godzilla Minus Zero, revealing the anime nominated for 2026 Annie Awards, and more. PLUS, we go all-in on YOUR most anticipated anime of 2026.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/features/2026/1/9/jujutsu-kaisen-season-3-ep-1-2-recap"><u>JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 3 Episodes 1-2 Recap, “Execution / One More Time”</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/12/live-action-one-piece-season-2-trailer-baroque-works"><u>Live-Action ONE PIECE Season 2 Trailer Sets Stage for Major Players</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/10/godzilla-minus-zero-film-north-american-premiere-date-set"><u>Godzilla Minus Zero Film's North American Premiere Date Set</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/5/chainsaw-man-the-movie-reze-arc-dan-da-dan-annie-awards-nominations"><u>Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, DAN DA DAN and More Nominated for Annie Awards</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/1/7/fairy-tail-celebrates-20-years-new-hiro-mashima-illustration"><u>Fairy Tail Celebrates 20 Years With New Hiro Mashima Illustration</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2026/1/6/zombie-land-saga-yumeginga-paradise-anime-movie-united-states-canada-theaters-january-19-2026?srsltid=AfmBOooIWWqdA-vbugqnLniUACI35I_IyaXDbW8YTQ_6ZLJ442qhn87s"><u>Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise Anime Movie to Release in U.S., Canada Theaters on January 19, 2026</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Amber Glenn’s Dream Anime Pitch Is Gold Medal Material | 94</title>
      <description>We’re welcoming our first-ever figure skater to the show, Amber Glenn! She’s a world champion, a 2026 Olympic hopeful, and a MASSIVE anime fan. She’s sharing her favorite titles and pitching her own dream anime series, only on The Anime Effect.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Amber Glenn’s Dream Anime Pitch Is Gold Medal Material</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>94</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>We’re welcoming our first-ever figure skater to the show, Amber Glenn! She’s a world champion, a 2026 Olympic hopeful, and a MASSIVE anime fan. She’s sharing her favorite titles and pitching her own dream anime series, only on The Anime Effect.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President<br>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>What Are Your Top Anime Picks for 2026? The Lineup Is Out of Control | NEWS</title>
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Jump Festa 2026: All the Big News from the Event!

Crunchyroll Winter 2026 Anime Season Lineup Announced!

Sentenced to Be a Hero English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast &amp; Crew 

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2 English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast &amp; Crew 

Hana-Kimi English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast &amp; Crew 

Gachiakuta Season 2 Anime Announced

Kaguya-sama: Love Is War Anime Confirms "Final Chapter" Film in Production

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is locked in this week as we discuss ALL the exciting news out of Jump Festa 2026, the impressive winter anime lineup, Gachiakuta season 2, the new Kaguya-sama: Love Is War movie, and lots more.

Jump Festa 2026: All the Big News from the Event!

Crunchyroll Winter 2026 Anime Season Lineup Announced!

Sentenced to Be a Hero English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast &amp; Crew 

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2 English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast &amp; Crew 

Hana-Kimi English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast &amp; Crew 

Gachiakuta Season 2 Anime Announced

Kaguya-sama: Love Is War Anime Confirms "Final Chapter" Film in Production

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is locked in this week as we discuss ALL the exciting news out of Jump Festa 2026, the impressive winter anime lineup, Gachiakuta season 2, the new Kaguya-sama: Love Is War movie, and lots more.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/12/21/jump-festa-2026-news-roundup"><u>Jump Festa 2026: All the Big News from the Event!</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/seasonal-lineup/2025/12/16/winter-anime-2026-crunchyroll"><u>Crunchyroll Winter 2026 Anime Season Lineup Announced!</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2026/1/1/sentenced-to-be-a-hero-anime-english-dub-cast-crew-same-day-release"><u>Sentenced to Be a Hero English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast &amp; Crew</u></a> </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2026/1/4/my-hero-academia-vigilantes-season-2-anime-english-dub-same-day-release-cast-crew"><u>My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2 English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast &amp; Crew</u></a> </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2026/1/2/hana-kimi-anime-english-dub-cast-crew-same-day-release"><u>Hana-Kimi English Dub Reveals Same-Day Release, Cast &amp; Crew</u></a> </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/12/21/gachiakuta-season-2-anime-announced"><u>Gachiakuta Season 2 Anime Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/12/31/kaguya-sama-love-is-war-anime-final-chapter-film"><u>Kaguya-sama: Love Is War Anime Confirms "Final Chapter" Film in Production</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>What’s Next for Solo Leveling? The Anime’s Team Weighs In from CCXP Mexico '25 | NEWS</title>
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Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>What’s Next for Solo Leveling? The Anime’s Team Weighs In from CCXP Mexico '25</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Solo Leveling's Animation Producer Atsushi Kaneko and Action Director Yoshihiro Kanno are answering OUR questions today on this special holiday re-release. The pair shares how they navigated the adaptation process, what the fans mean to them, and their hopes for Solo Leveling's future.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Solo Leveling's Animation Producer Atsushi Kaneko and Action Director Yoshihiro Kanno are answering OUR questions today on this special holiday re-release<em>.</em> The pair shares how they navigated the adaptation process, what the fans mean to them, and their hopes for Solo Leveling's future.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President<br>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>How VTuber Matara Kan’s Anime Comeback Arc Changed Their Life | NEWS</title>
      <description>Matara Kan, the world's most resilient VTuber, joins The Anime Effect this week in a special re-release. The star shares how they define anime fandom, their anime comeback era, and what it means to re-embrace the medium today, as it booms globally.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>How VTuber Matara Kan’s Anime Comeback Arc Changed Their Life</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Matara Kan, the world's most resilient VTuber, joins The Anime Effect this week in a special re-release. The star shares how they define anime fandom, their anime comeback era, and what it means to re-embrace the medium today, as it booms globally.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Matara Kan, the world's most resilient VTuber, joins The Anime Effect this week in a special re-release. The star shares how they define anime fandom, their anime comeback era, and what it means to re-embrace the medium today, as it booms globally.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President<br>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>How Gachiakuta Turned Trash Into Manga's Greatest Treasure (ft. Kei Urana &amp; Hideyoshi Andou) | NEWS</title>
      <description>Kei Urana and Hideyoshi Andou, mangaka and graffiti designer of Gachiakuta, star in this special re-release episode of The Anime Effect. The pair reveals their real-life inspirations, how they teamed up on Gachiakuta, and so much more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President




Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>How Gachiakuta Turned Trash Into Manga's Greatest Treasure (ft. Kei Urana &amp; Hideyoshi Andou)</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Kei Urana and Hideyoshi Andou, mangaka and graffiti designer of Gachiakuta, star in this special re-release episode of The Anime Effect. The pair reveals their real-life inspirations, how they teamed up on Gachiakuta, and so much more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President




Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Kei Urana and Hideyoshi Andou, mangaka and graffiti designer of Gachiakuta, star in this special re-release episode of The Anime Effect. The pair reveals their real-life inspirations, how they teamed up on Gachiakuta, and so much more.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p><br></p>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p>
<p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Crowning the Best 2025 Anime &amp; Unlocking Our Festive Final Form | NEWS</title>
      <description>Welcome to The Anime Effect's special holiday episode! We're breaking down the most memorable anime of 2025 with peak superlatives! PLUS, all the hosts reveal their favorite anime of the year.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Crowning the Best 2025 Anime &amp; Unlocking Our Festive Final Form</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Welcome to The Anime Effect's special holiday episode! We're breaking down the most memorable anime of 2025 with peak superlatives! PLUS, all the hosts reveal their favorite anime of the year.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect's special holiday episode! We're breaking down the most memorable anime of 2025 with peak superlatives! PLUS, all the hosts reveal their favorite anime of the year.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Your Fave Anime Actors Go Camping IRL &amp; They're Spilling ALL the Tea (ft. Daiki Hamano &amp; Mizuki Niizaki) | 93</title>
      <description>The stars behind Solo Camping for Two, Daiki Hamano and Mizuki Niizaki, join The Anime Effect to talk about their IRL camping adventures and the meals that prepared them for this hit series. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Your Fave Anime Actors Go Camping IRL &amp; They're Spilling ALL the Tea (ft. Daiki Hamano &amp; Mizuki Niizaki) </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The stars behind Solo Camping for Two, Daiki Hamano and Mizuki Niizaki, join The Anime Effect to talk about their IRL camping adventures and the meals that prepared them for this hit series. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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        <![CDATA[<p>The stars behind Solo Camping for Two, Daiki Hamano and Mizuki Niizaki, join The Anime Effect to talk about their IRL camping adventures and the meals that prepared them for this hit series. </p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President<br>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Your Favorite ’00s Shonen Manga Is FINALLY Getting an Anime | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is going in on the news this week as your favorite '00s shonen series is FINALLY getting an anime. Plus, we discuss the Kaguya-sama: Love Is War special, the new Sentenced to Be a Hero anime, and our 2025 anime stats.

Crunchyroll Arc Returns for 2025: Discover Your Anime Year in Review

New Kaguya-sama: Love Is War Anime Special Reveals December 31 Broadcast in New Trailer

PSYREN TV Anime Announced for 2026

Sentenced to Be a Hero Anime Reveals Premiere Date, SPYAIR Opening Song in Main Trailer

Mega Man: Dual Override Brings Blue Bomber Back in 2027

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:02:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Your Favorite ’00s Shonen Manga Is FINALLY Getting an Anime</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is going in on the news this week as your favorite '00s shonen series is FINALLY getting an anime. Plus, we discuss the Kaguya-sama: Love Is War special, the new Sentenced to Be a Hero anime, and our 2025 anime stats.

Crunchyroll Arc Returns for 2025: Discover Your Anime Year in Review

New Kaguya-sama: Love Is War Anime Special Reveals December 31 Broadcast in New Trailer

PSYREN TV Anime Announced for 2026

Sentenced to Be a Hero Anime Reveals Premiere Date, SPYAIR Opening Song in Main Trailer

Mega Man: Dual Override Brings Blue Bomber Back in 2027

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is going in on the news this week as your favorite '00s shonen series is FINALLY getting an anime. Plus, we discuss the Kaguya-sama: Love Is War special, the new Sentenced to Be a Hero anime, and our 2025 anime stats.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/12/15/crunchyroll-arc-2025-anime-year-in-review"><u>Crunchyroll Arc Returns for 2025: Discover Your Anime Year in Review</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/12/9/kaguya-sama-love-is-war-otona-e-no-kaidan-anime-special-trailer-december-31-2025-broadcast"><u>New Kaguya-sama: Love Is War Anime Special Reveals December 31 Broadcast in New Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/12/14/psyren-tv-anime-announced-for-2026"><u>PSYREN TV Anime Announced for 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/12/13/sentenced-to-be-a-hero-anime-january-3-2026-release-date-main-trailer-spyair-opening-song"><u>Sentenced to Be a Hero Anime Reveals Premiere Date, SPYAIR Opening Song in Main Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/12/12/mega-man-dual-override-brings-blue-bomber-back-in-2027"><u>Mega Man: Dual Override Brings Blue Bomber Back in 2027</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President<br>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Gachiakuta Singer Mori Calliope Gives Rudo the TRUE VTuber Experience | 92</title>
      <description>Mori Calliope, your favorite deadbeat VTuber &amp; the beloved singer behind Gachiakuta,  is BACK on The Anime Effect! She's revealing her love for Rudo, Amo, and the trash-ridden world of Gachiakuta!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Gachiakuta Singer Mori Calliope Gives Rudo the True VTuber Experience | 92</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>93</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Mori Calliope, your favorite deadbeat VTuber &amp; the beloved singer behind Gachiakuta,  is BACK on The Anime Effect! She's revealing her love for Rudo, Amo, and the trash-ridden world of Gachiakuta!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Mori Calliope, your favorite deadbeat VTuber &amp; the beloved singer behind Gachiakuta,  is BACK on The Anime Effect! She's revealing her love for Rudo, Amo, and the trash-ridden world of Gachiakuta!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Demon Slayer Makes Anime History &amp; Solo Leveling Scores a Massive Collab | NEWS</title>
      <description>It's official! Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is going to the Golden Globes! This week, we're discussing the historic nomination, the new Code Geass anime, the latest TRIGUN STARGAZE updates, and Solo Leveling's epic NBA collaboration nobody should miss!

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Earns Golden Globe Nomination

Code Geass: Hoshi Oi no Aspal Anime Announced

TRIGUN STARGAZE Anime Reveals January 10, 2026 Premiere, Theme Songs in New Trailer

VOTE: Who Is Your Anime Crush of 2025?

Dallas Mavericks to Host Solo Leveling Anime Night with Themed Jerseys

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Demon Slayer Makes Anime History &amp; Solo Leveling Scores a Massive Collab</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>It's official! Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is going to the Golden Globes! This week, we're discussing the historic nomination, the new Code Geass anime, the latest TRIGUN STARGAZE updates, and Solo Leveling's epic NBA collaboration nobody should miss!

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Earns Golden Globe Nomination

Code Geass: Hoshi Oi no Aspal Anime Announced

TRIGUN STARGAZE Anime Reveals January 10, 2026 Premiere, Theme Songs in New Trailer

VOTE: Who Is Your Anime Crush of 2025?

Dallas Mavericks to Host Solo Leveling Anime Night with Themed Jerseys

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>It's official! Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is going to the Golden Globes! This week, we're discussing the historic nomination, the new Code Geass anime, the latest TRIGUN STARGAZE updates, and Solo Leveling's epic NBA collaboration nobody should miss!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/12/8/demon-slayer-infinity-castle-golden-globe-nomination"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Earns Golden Globe Nomination</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/12/7/code-geass-hoshi-oi-no-aspal-anime-announced"><u>Code Geass: Hoshi Oi no Aspal Anime Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/12/6/trigun-stargaze-anime-january-10-2026-release-date-theme-songs-trailer"><u>TRIGUN STARGAZE Anime Reveals January 10, 2026 Premiere, Theme Songs in New Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/quizzes/2025/12/1/vote-anime-crush-poll-2025"><u>VOTE: Who Is Your Anime Crush of 2025?</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/12/5/dallas-mavericks-crunchyroll-solo-leveling-anime-night"><u>Dallas Mavericks to Host Solo Leveling Anime Night with Themed Jerseys</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>SPYAIR &amp; yama Open the Anime Music Vault and Somehow Summon Hamtaro | 91</title>
      <description>SPYAIR and yama talk with The Anime Effect about their most iconic anime songs before somehow summoning Hamtaro...! Don’t miss this double interview &amp; our exclusive Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Complete Blu-ray box set unboxing.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>SPYAIR &amp; yama Open the Anime Music Vault and Somehow Summon Hamtaro</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>91</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>SPYAIR and yama talk with The Anime Effect about their most iconic anime songs before somehow summoning Hamtaro...! Don’t miss this double interview &amp; our exclusive Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Complete Blu-ray box set unboxing.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Godzilla's New Anime Is About to STOMP Into Attack on Titan Territory | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is back and in rare form as our hosts discuss the new Godzilla anime, the latest updates on Fire Force season 3, but that's not all! Attack on Titan is making a comeback with its best collaboration yet, and we've got A LOT to say about it.

Orange, Igloo Studio Produce New Godzilla Anime Series

Reincarnated in a Mafia Dating Sim Anime Adaptation Announced

Fire Force Season 3 Anime Previews Cour 2 Opening Song in New Trailer

Saga of Tanya the Evil Season 2 Anime Reveals 2026 Broadcast in Teaser Trailer

Crunchyroll Anime Nights Sneak Peek Tickets Now on Sale

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Attack on Titan Collab Launches for Limited Time

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is back and in rare form as our hosts discuss the new Godzilla anime, the latest updates on Fire Force season 3, but that's not all! Attack on Titan is making a comeback with its best collaboration yet, and we've got A LOT to say about it.

Orange, Igloo Studio Produce New Godzilla Anime Series

Reincarnated in a Mafia Dating Sim Anime Adaptation Announced

Fire Force Season 3 Anime Previews Cour 2 Opening Song in New Trailer

Saga of Tanya the Evil Season 2 Anime Reveals 2026 Broadcast in Teaser Trailer

Crunchyroll Anime Nights Sneak Peek Tickets Now on Sale

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Attack on Titan Collab Launches for Limited Time

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/29/new-godzilla-anime-series-announced-concept-art-studio-orange"><u>Orange, Igloo Studio Produce New Godzilla Anime Series</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/27/reincarnated-in-a-mafia-dating-sim-anime-adaptation-announced"><u>Reincarnated in a Mafia Dating Sim Anime Adaptation Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/30/fire-force-season-3-cour-2-anime-trailer-theme-songs-additional-cast"><u>Fire Force Season 3 Anime Previews Cour 2 Opening Song in New Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/28/saga-of-tanya-the-evil-season-2-anime-2026-release-date-teaser-trailer-visual-cast-staff"><u>Saga of Tanya the Evil Season 2 Anime Reveals 2026 Broadcast in Teaser Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/12/1/crunchyroll-anime-nights-december-sneak-peek-tickets-now-on-sale"><u>Crunchyroll Anime Nights Sneak Peek Tickets Now on Sale</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/25/assassins-creed-shadows-attack-on-titan-collab"><u>Assassin’s Creed Shadows Attack on Titan Collab Launches for Limited Time</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Critical Role's Matthew Mercer Rolls a Nat 20 on the Perfect DnD Anime | NEWS</title>
      <description>Critical Role's Matthew Mercer isn't just a DM; he's a veteran anime voice actor as well. In this special rerelease, the star joins The Anime Effect to revisit his greatest anime roles and sort a few of these characters into their rightful DnD classes.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
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      <itunes:title>Critical Role's Matthew Mercer Rolls a Nat 20 on the Perfect DnD Anime</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Critical Role's Matthew Mercer isn't just a DM; he's a veteran anime voice actor as well. In this special rerelease, the star joins The Anime Effect to revisit his greatest anime roles and sort a few of these characters into their rightful DnD classes.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President<br>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Dragon Ball Drops Big News &amp; We Build the Ultimate Anime Travel Guide | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect kicks off this week with the first-ever Dragon Ball character poll, the return of BOCCHI THE ROCK!, the upcoming Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity Tokusatsu series, and a new ONE PIECE collab. PLUS, we build your ultimate anime travel guide!

Dragon Ball Launches First Global Character Popularity Poll

BOCCHI THE ROCK! Stage Play Returns with 4th Show in February 2026 

Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity Tokusatsu Series Announced for 2026

ONE PIECE x Absolutely Ridiculous Collab Debuts GEAR5 Themed Baseball Gloves

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
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      <itunes:title>Dragon Ball Drops Big News &amp; We Build The Ultimate Anime Travel Guide</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect kicks off this week with the first-ever Dragon Ball character poll, the return of BOCCHI THE ROCK!, the upcoming Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity Tokusatsu series, and a new ONE PIECE collab. PLUS, we build your ultimate anime travel guide!

Dragon Ball Launches First Global Character Popularity Poll

BOCCHI THE ROCK! Stage Play Returns with 4th Show in February 2026 

Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity Tokusatsu Series Announced for 2026

ONE PIECE x Absolutely Ridiculous Collab Debuts GEAR5 Themed Baseball Gloves

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President



Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/20/dragon-ball-the-one-global-character-popularity-poll"><u>Dragon Ball Launches First Global Character Popularity Poll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/24/bocchi-the-rock-stage-play-4th-show-february-2026"><u>BOCCHI THE ROCK! Stage Play Returns with 4th Show in February 2026</u></a> </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/23/super-space-sheriff-gavan-infinity-tokusatsu-series-2026"><u>Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity Tokusatsu Series Announced for 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/19/one-piece-absolutely-ridiculous-collab-gear5-baseball-glove"><u>ONE PIECE x Absolutely Ridiculous Collab Debuts GEAR5 Themed Baseball Gloves</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President<br>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Building the ULTIMATE Solo Leveling PC w/ Starforge's Ariel Luna | 90</title>
      <description>Starforge's PC master, Ariel Luna, builds the ultimate Solo Leveling PC in our studio this week, and he’s telling us everything about the process. If you want your rig to be stronger than Sung Jinwoo, this episode was made for you!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Building the ULTIMATE Solo Leveling PC w/ Starforge's Ariel Luna</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Starforge's PC master, Ariel Luna, builds the ultimate Solo Leveling PC in our studio this week, and he’s telling us everything about the process. If you want your rig to be stronger than Sung Jinwoo, this episode was made for you!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Starforge's PC master, Ariel Luna, builds the ultimate Solo Leveling PC in our studio this week, and he’s telling us everything about the process. If you want your rig to be stronger than Sung Jinwoo, this episode was made for you!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p>
<p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Jujutsu Kaisen Is BREAKING Records Ahead Of 2026’s Biggest Anime Comeback | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is unpacking all the Crunchyroll premieres slated for Anime Frontier 2025, the imminent release of [Oshi no Ko] season 3, the latest Death Stranding news, and JUJUTSU KAISEN's dominance in the Japanese box office. PLUS, here's what we hope to see in the live-action Legend of Zelda movie.

Crunchyroll Heads to Anime Frontier 2025 with Special Premieres

[Oshi no Ko] Season 3 Anime Reveals January 14 Premiere in New Trailer

Hideo Kojima’s Death Stranding Game Reveals Anime Series

Japan Box Office: JUJUTSU KAISEN: Execution Compilation Film Debuts at No. 1

Live-Action Legend of Zelda Movie Images Debut as Filming Begins

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

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      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Jujutsu Kaisen Is BREAKING Records Ahead Of 2026’s Biggest Anime Comeback</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is unpacking all the Crunchyroll premieres slated for Anime Frontier 2025, the imminent release of [Oshi no Ko] season 3, the latest Death Stranding news, and JUJUTSU KAISEN's dominance in the Japanese box office. PLUS, here's what we hope to see in the live-action Legend of Zelda movie.

Crunchyroll Heads to Anime Frontier 2025 with Special Premieres

[Oshi no Ko] Season 3 Anime Reveals January 14 Premiere in New Trailer

Hideo Kojima’s Death Stranding Game Reveals Anime Series

Japan Box Office: JUJUTSU KAISEN: Execution Compilation Film Debuts at No. 1

Live-Action Legend of Zelda Movie Images Debut as Filming Begins

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/11/12/anime-frontier-2025-crunchyroll-premiere-schedule"><u>Crunchyroll Heads to Anime Frontier 2025 with Special Premieres</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/4/oshi-no-ko-season-3-anime-january-14-premiere-new-trailer-visual"><u>[Oshi no Ko] Season 3 Anime Reveals January 14 Premiere in New Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/13/hideo-kojima-death-stranding-isolations-anime-announced"><u>Hideo Kojima’s Death Stranding Game Reveals Anime Series</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/11/jujutsu-kaisen-execution-compilation-film-number-1-debut-japan-box-office"><u>Japan Box Office: JUJUTSU KAISEN: Execution Compilation Film Debuts at No. 1</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/17/live-action-legend-of-zelda-movie-images-debut-as-filming-begins"><u>Live-Action Legend of Zelda Movie Images Debut as Filming Begins</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>The Truth Behind JUJUTSU KAISEN's Best Ending Will Shock You (ft. Leo from ALI) | 89</title>
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Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>The Truth Behind JUJUTSU KAISEN's Best Ending Will Shock You (ft. Leo from ALI)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>89</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>There's more to JUJUTSU KAISEN's best ending than you know! Imamura Leo of the band ALI shares how the group made music for hits like BEASTARS and Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE before spilling all the tea about "LOST IN PARADISE".

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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        <![CDATA[<p>There's more to JUJUTSU KAISEN's best ending than you know! Imamura Leo of the band ALI shares how the group made music for hits like BEASTARS and Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE before spilling all the tea about "LOST IN PARADISE".</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Baldur’s Gate 3 Goes FULL Anime as Astarion &amp; Lae’zel Roll for Initiative (ft. Neil Newbon &amp; Devora Wilde) | NEWS</title>
      <description>We sit down with Baldur's Gate 3 stars Neil Newbon and Devora Wilde in this special rerelease episode to discuss the response to their characters, the depth of the RPG storytelling, and how anime could fit into the game's inclusive world.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <itunes:title>Baldur’s Gate 3 Goes Full Anime as Astarion &amp; Lae’zel Roll for Initiative (ft. Neil Newbon &amp; Devora Wilde)</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>We sit down with Baldur's Gate 3 stars Neil Newbon and Devora Wilde in this special rerelease episode to discuss the response to their characters, the depth of the RPG storytelling, and how anime could fit into the game's inclusive world.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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        <![CDATA[<p>We sit down with Baldur's Gate 3 stars Neil Newbon and Devora Wilde in this special rerelease episode to discuss the response to their characters, the depth of the RPG storytelling, and how anime could fit into the game's inclusive world.<br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Naofumi’s Voice Actor Has The Perfect Shield Hero Spin-Off Quest (ft. Kaito Ishikawa) | 88</title>
      <description>Voice Actor Kaito Ishikawa, the voice of Naofumi Iwatani in The Rising of the Shield Hero, is sharing his favorite anime moment, his hopes for the show's future, and which character he would most want to go on an adventure with.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Naofumi’s Voice Actor Has The Perfect Shield Hero Spin-Off Quest (ft. Kaito Ishikawa)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>89</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Voice Actor Kaito Ishikawa, the voice of Naofumi Iwatani in The Rising of the Shield Hero, is sharing his favorite anime moment, his hopes for the show's future, and which character he would most want to go on an adventure with.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Voice Actor Kaito Ishikawa, the voice of Naofumi Iwatani in The Rising of the Shield Hero, is sharing his favorite anime moment, his hopes for the show's future, and which character he would most want to go on an adventure with.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Who Is Anime’s Smartest Mastermind? Plus, Dragon Ball Wants ALL Your Money | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is reporting LIVE from L.A. to discuss Dragon Ball's first official store, Bungo Stray Dogs' season 2 return, a major OVERLORD  anniversary, and more! PLUS, LeAlec &amp; Alex discuss the anime characters they believe are the smartest masterminds of all time!

Anime Industry Reaches Record Highs in 2024 as International Revenue Far Outpaces Japan

Dragon Ball Opens First Ever Store in Tokyo Station

Bungo Stray Dogs WAN! Season 2 Anime Announced for 2026

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition Announced Along with Free Update 

OVERLORD 10th Anniversary Celebration Theatrical Event Tickets Now on Sale

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
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      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Who Is Anime’s Smartest Mastermind? Plus, Dragon Ball Wants ALL Your Money</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is reporting LIVE from L.A. to discuss Dragon Ball's first official store, Bungo Stray Dogs' season 2 return, a major OVERLORD  anniversary, and more! PLUS, LeAlec &amp; Alex discuss the anime characters they believe are the smartest masterminds of all time!

Anime Industry Reaches Record Highs in 2024 as International Revenue Far Outpaces Japan

Dragon Ball Opens First Ever Store in Tokyo Station

Bungo Stray Dogs WAN! Season 2 Anime Announced for 2026

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition Announced Along with Free Update 

OVERLORD 10th Anniversary Celebration Theatrical Event Tickets Now on Sale

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is reporting LIVE from L.A. to discuss Dragon Ball's first official store, Bungo Stray Dogs' season 2 return, a major OVERLORD  anniversary, and more! PLUS, LeAlec &amp; Alex discuss the anime characters they believe are the smartest masterminds of all time!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/10/31/anime-industry-report-record-highs-2024-association-of-japanese-animations"><u>Anime Industry Reaches Record Highs in 2024 as International Revenue Far Outpaces Japan</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/10/31/dragon-ball-opens-first-ever-store-in-tokyo-station"><u>Dragon Ball Opens First Ever Store in Tokyo Station</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/11/1/bungo-stray-dogs-wan-season-2-anime-announced"><u>Bungo Stray Dogs WAN! Season 2 Anime Announced for 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/10/30/animal-crossing-new-horizons-switch-2-edition-update"><u>Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition Announced Along with Free Update</u></a> </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/11/3/overlord-anime-10th-anniversary-celebration-tickets-on-sale"><u>OVERLORD 10th Anniversary Celebration Theatrical Event Tickets Now on Sale</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>The ULTIMATE Yu Yu Hakusho Takeover Gets Crashed by Our Fall 2025 Anime Picks (ft. Justin Cook) } 87</title>
      <description>Yu Yu Hakusho’s Justin Cook joins us for the ULTIMATE nostalgia road trip as we talk about his work on the iconic anime. Plus, The Anime Effect hosts share which Fall 2025 shows they’re the most excited about.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>The ULTIMATE Yu Yu Hakusho Takeover Gets Crashed by Our Fall 2025 Anime Picks (ft. Justin Cook)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>87</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Yu Yu Hakusho’s Justin Cook joins us for the ULTIMATE nostalgia road trip as we talk about his work on the iconic anime. Plus, The Anime Effect hosts share which Fall 2025 shows they’re the most excited about.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Yu Yu Hakusho’s Justin Cook joins us for the ULTIMATE nostalgia road trip as we talk about his work on the iconic anime. Plus, The Anime Effect hosts share which Fall 2025 shows they’re the most excited about.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Anime Hits The Skies With Crunchyroll x Delta While Hello Kitty &amp; Junji Ito Sit First Class | NEWS</title>
      <description>It’s a creepy week at Crunchyroll HQ! The Anime Effect is breaking down The Apothecary Diaries’ major announcement of not just a third season, but an original movie straight from the author! PLUS, we. brace for a Hello Kitty x Junji Ito collab as well as Crunchyroll's new deals with HoyoVerse and Delta Airlines (anime at 30,000 feet?!). Buckle up!

The Apothecary Diaries Anime Announces Season 3 Release Dates and Original Film 

Hello Kitty and Junji Ito's Tomie Cross Over in Scarily Adorable Goods

Crunchyroll and HoYoverse Party Up for Exclusive Honkai: Star Rail Collaboration 

Crunchyroll Launches on Delta Air Lines in November with Solo Leveling, Fruits Basket and More 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Anime Hits The Skies With Crunchyroll x Delta While Hello Kitty &amp; Junji Ito Sit First Class</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>It’s a creepy week at Crunchyroll HQ! The Anime Effect is breaking down The Apothecary Diaries’ major announcement of not just a third season, but an original movie straight from the author! PLUS, we. brace for a Hello Kitty x Junji Ito collab as well as Crunchyroll's new deals with HoyoVerse and Delta Airlines (anime at 30,000 feet?!). Buckle up!

The Apothecary Diaries Anime Announces Season 3 Release Dates and Original Film 

Hello Kitty and Junji Ito's Tomie Cross Over in Scarily Adorable Goods

Crunchyroll and HoYoverse Party Up for Exclusive Honkai: Star Rail Collaboration 

Crunchyroll Launches on Delta Air Lines in November with Solo Leveling, Fruits Basket and More 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>It’s a creepy week at Crunchyroll HQ! The Anime Effect is breaking down The Apothecary Diaries’ major announcement of not just a third season, but an original movie straight from the author! PLUS, we. brace for a Hello Kitty x Junji Ito collab as well as Crunchyroll's new deals with HoyoVerse and Delta Airlines (anime at 30,000 feet?!). Buckle up!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/10/22/the-apothecary-diaries-season-3-anime-october-2026-premiere-original-anime-film"><u>The Apothecary Diaries Anime Announces Season 3 Release Dates and Original Film</u></a> </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/10/25/hello-kitty-junji-ito-tomie-collab"><u>Hello Kitty and Junji Ito's Tomie Cross Over in Scarily Adorable Goods</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/10/24/hoyoverse-party-up-for-honkai-star-rail-player-rewards"><u>Crunchyroll and HoYoverse Party Up for Exclusive Honkai: Star Rail Collaboration</u></a> </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/10/23/crunchyroll-delta-air-lines-solo-leveling-fruits-basket-november"><u>Crunchyroll Launches on Delta Air Lines in November with Solo Leveling, Fruits Basket and More</u></a> </p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Olympic Champion Noah Lyles Will Never Leave His Fave Anime in the Dust | 86</title>
      <description>Olympian &amp; World champion Noah Lyles joins The Anime Effect in New York City to share why he loves repping anime on the field, his future cosplay plans, and to show off his sick clothing collab with Crunchyroll and Adidas. PLUS, the track star plays a round of “Anime This Or That" with our hosts!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Olympic Champion Noah Lyles Will Never Leave His Fave Anime in the Dust</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>87</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Olympian &amp; World champion Noah Lyles joins The Anime Effect in New York City to share why he loves repping anime on the field, his future cosplay plans, and to show off his sick clothing collab with Crunchyroll and Adidas. PLUS, the track star plays a round of “Anime This Or That" with our hosts!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Olympian &amp; World champion Noah Lyles joins The Anime Effect in New York City to share why he loves repping anime on the field, his future cosplay plans, and to show off his sick clothing collab with Crunchyroll and Adidas. PLUS, the track star plays a round of “Anime This Or That" with our hosts!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Goku's Voice Actor Makes History &amp; Chainsaw Man DEVOURS the Box Office | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect gathers this week to celebrate Goku voice actor Masako Nozawa for becoming the first voice actor to earn the prestigious Person of Cultural Merit Recognition in Japan. PLUS, we go over all the news surrounding The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You, Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, as well as Yuki Chiba and Big Sean’s collab track "Ski Ga Ski."

Goku VA Masako Nozawa Becomes First Voice Actor to Receive Prestigious Person of Cultural Merit Recognition

The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You Season 3 Anime Announced for 2026

EXCLUSIVE: Yuki Chiba and Big Sean Debut Collab Track "Ski Ga Ski" on Crunchyroll News

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Slices Past US$50 Million Worldwide Box Office

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Goku's Voice Actor Makes History &amp; Chainsaw Man DEVOURS the Box Office</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect gathers this week to celebrate Goku voice actor Masako Nozawa for becoming the first voice actor to earn the prestigious Person of Cultural Merit Recognition in Japan. PLUS, we go over all the news surrounding The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You, Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, as well as Yuki Chiba and Big Sean’s collab track "Ski Ga Ski."

Goku VA Masako Nozawa Becomes First Voice Actor to Receive Prestigious Person of Cultural Merit Recognition

The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You Season 3 Anime Announced for 2026

EXCLUSIVE: Yuki Chiba and Big Sean Debut Collab Track "Ski Ga Ski" on Crunchyroll News

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Slices Past US$50 Million Worldwide Box Office

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect gathers this week to celebrate Goku voice actor Masako Nozawa for becoming the first voice actor to earn the prestigious Person of Cultural Merit Recognition in Japan. PLUS, we go over all the news surrounding The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You, Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, as well as Yuki Chiba and Big Sean’s collab track "Ski Ga Ski."</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/10/18/dragon-ball-goku-va-masako-nozawa-person-of-cultural-merit-honor"><u>Goku VA Masako Nozawa Becomes First Voice Actor to Receive Prestigious Person of Cultural Merit Recognition</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/10/18/the-100-girlfriends-who-really-really-really-really-really-love-you-season-3-anime-announced-2026"><u>The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You Season 3 Anime Announced for 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/10/17/exclusive-yuki-chiba-and-big-sean-debut-new-song-ski-ga-ski"><u>EXCLUSIVE: Yuki Chiba and Big Sean Debut Collab Track "Ski Ga Ski" on Crunchyroll News</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/10/16/chainsaw-man-the-movie-reze-arc-50-million-worldwide-box-office"><u>Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Slices Past US$50 Million Worldwide Box Office</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1628</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Your Favorite Childhood Actor Has a God-Tier Anime Collection (ft. Khleo Thomas) | 85</title>
      <description>Khleo Thomas, the actor behind Zero in Holes, is showing off his god-tier anime &amp; video game collection (get ready to be jealous), revisiting his favorite anime moments of all time, and so much more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Your Favorite Childhood Actor Has a God-Tier Anime Collection (ft. Khleo Thomas)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>88</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Khleo Thomas, the actor behind Zero in Holes, is showing off his god-tier anime &amp; video game collection (get ready to be jealous), revisiting his favorite anime moments of all time, and so much more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Khleo Thomas, the actor behind Zero in Holes, is showing off his god-tier anime &amp; video game collection (get ready to be jealous), revisiting his favorite anime moments of all time, and so much more.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Anime Conquers NYCC As ONE PIECE’s Next Era Finally Sets Sail | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is discussing ALL the news out of New York Comic Con, like That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime moving to theaters, Witch Hat Atelier winning a Harvey Award, and the latest update on TRIGUN STARGAZE. PLUS, we discuss the new Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc trailer &amp; the next era of the ONE PIECE English dub! 

Crunchyroll to Bring That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Tears of the Azure Sea to Theaters

TRIGUN STARGAZE Anime Takes Aim with New Trailer, Visual, January 2026 Premiere

Witch Hat Atelier Wins Harvey Award for Best Manga

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Unveils Explosive New Trailer

ONE PIECE English Dub Episodes 1134-1143 Stream on Crunchyroll This November

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Anime Conquers NYCC As ONE PIECE’s Next Era Finally Sets Sail </itunes:title>
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Crunchyroll to Bring That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Tears of the Azure Sea to Theaters

TRIGUN STARGAZE Anime Takes Aim with New Trailer, Visual, January 2026 Premiere

Witch Hat Atelier Wins Harvey Award for Best Manga

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Unveils Explosive New Trailer

ONE PIECE English Dub Episodes 1134-1143 Stream on Crunchyroll This November

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is discussing ALL the news out of New York Comic Con, like That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime moving to theaters, Witch Hat Atelier winning a Harvey Award, and the latest update on TRIGUN STARGAZE. PLUS, we discuss the new Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc trailer &amp; the next era of the ONE PIECE English dub! </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/10/9/that-time-i-got-reincarnated-as-a-slime-movie-tears-of-the-azure-sea-theaters"><u>Crunchyroll to Bring That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Tears of the Azure Sea to Theaters</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/10/10/trigun-stargaze-anime-new-trailer-visual-january-2026-premiere"><u>TRIGUN STARGAZE Anime Takes Aim with New Trailer, Visual, January 2026 Premiere</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/10/11/witch-hat-atelier-wins-harvey-award-for-best-manga"><u>Witch Hat Atelier Wins Harvey Award for Best Manga</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/10/13/chainsaw-man-the-movie-reze-arc-unveils-explosive-new-trailer"><u>Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Unveils Explosive New Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/10/10/one-piece-english-dub-egghead-new-episodes-crunchyroll-november"><u>ONE PIECE English Dub Episodes 1134-1143 Stream on Crunchyroll This November</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Frieren’s Composer Knows Exactly How to Make Anime Fans Cry (ft. Evan Call) | 84</title>
      <description>Evan Call, the composer behind iconic anime including Violet Evergarden, APPARE-RANMAN!, and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, is on The Anime Effect, sharing how he creates his award-winning music. And yes, we ask him the secret to making anime fans cry. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>84</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:summary>Evan Call, the composer behind iconic anime including Violet Evergarden, APPARE-RANMAN!, and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, is on The Anime Effect, sharing how he creates his award-winning music. And yes, we ask him the secret to making anime fans cry. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll

#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Evan Call, the composer behind iconic anime including Violet Evergarden, APPARE-RANMAN!, and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, is on The Anime Effect, sharing how he creates his award-winning music. And yes, we ask him the secret to making anime fans cry. </p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p>Follow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll</p>
<p>#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>A Huge Wave of New Anime Announcements Just Dropped | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is discussing ALL the new anime reveals this week, like Apprentice Nail Artist in a Foreign Land, MARRIAGETOXIN, and Kindergarten Wars. We also uncover the latest headlines about Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid, as well as Hell’s Paradise, before making you cry in FAN SERVICE!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>A Huge Wave of New Anime Announcements Just Dropped</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is discussing ALL the new anime reveals this week, like Apprentice Nail Artist in a Foreign Land, MARRIAGETOXIN, and Kindergarten Wars. We also uncover the latest headlines about Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid, as well as Hell’s Paradise, before making you cry in FAN SERVICE!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is discussing ALL the new anime reveals this week, like Apprentice Nail Artist in a Foreign Land, MARRIAGETOXIN, and Kindergarten Wars. We also uncover the latest headlines about Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid, as well as Hell’s Paradise, before making you cry in FAN SERVICE!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <itunes:duration>1997</itunes:duration>
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      <title>K-Pop Icon KANGDANIEL Turns His Cat Into the Ultimate Anime Hero | 83</title>
      <description>K-Pop star KANGDANIEL is teaming up with The Anime Effect to turn his cats into the ultimate anime heroes, revealing why he loves performing in the U.S., and choosing the anime world he would most want to visit.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>K-Pop Icon KANGDANIEL Turns His Cat Into the Ultimate Anime Hero</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>84</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>K-Pop star KANGDANIEL is teaming up with The Anime Effect to turn his cats into the ultimate anime heroes, revealing why he loves performing in the U.S., and choosing the anime world he would most want to visit.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>K-Pop star KANGDANIEL is teaming up with The Anime Effect to turn his cats into the ultimate anime heroes, revealing why he loves performing in the U.S., and choosing the anime world he would most want to visit.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Frieren Season 2 Updates, Minecraft x Dragon Ball &amp; the Anime That Makes Us Cry | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is unpacking Crunchyroll Manga as our hosts share what’s going on their reading lists. We then tackle the headlines, including Minecraft x Dragon Ball Z tees up, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 sparks debate, and more. PLUS, we ask the age-old question: What anime is guaranteed to make you cry? 

Crunchyroll Manga Sets October 9 Launch with Multiple Major Publishing Partners

Minecraft Dragon Ball Z DLC Teased, Super Saiyan Hair Hits Marketplace

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Passes $600 Million Worldwide

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 Anime Premieres on January 16

Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 Anime Previews Cast in New TrailerWelcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Frieren Season 2 Updates, Minecraft x Dragon Ball &amp; the Anime That Makes Us Cry</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is unpacking Crunchyroll Manga as our hosts share what’s going on their reading lists. We then tackle the headlines, including Minecraft x Dragon Ball Z tees up, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 sparks debate, and more. PLUS, we ask the age-old question: What anime is guaranteed to make you cry? 

Crunchyroll Manga Sets October 9 Launch with Multiple Major Publishing Partners

Minecraft Dragon Ball Z DLC Teased, Super Saiyan Hair Hits Marketplace

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Passes $600 Million Worldwide

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 Anime Premieres on January 16

Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 Anime Previews Cast in New TrailerWelcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is unpacking Crunchyroll Manga as our hosts share what’s going on their reading lists. We then tackle the headlines, including Minecraft x Dragon Ball Z tees up, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 sparks debate, and more. PLUS, we ask the age-old question: What anime is guaranteed to make you cry? </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/9/25/crunchyroll-manga-sets-october-9-launch-one-piece-jujutsu-kaisen-more"><u>Crunchyroll Manga Sets October 9 Launch with Multiple Major Publishing Partners</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/28/minecraft-dragon-ball-z-dlc-teased-super-saiyan-hair-hits-marketplace"><u>Minecraft Dragon Ball Z DLC Teased, Super Saiyan Hair Hits Marketplace</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/29/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-passes-600-million-dollars-worldwide"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Passes $600 Million Worldwide</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/26/frieren-beyond-journeys-end-season-2-anime-january-16-premiere-date-key-visual"><u>Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 Anime Premieres on January 16</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/26/star-wars-visions-volume-3-anime-trailer"><u>Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 Anime Previews Cast in New Trailer</u></a><br>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

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  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

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  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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Creepy Nuts to Perform at Coachella in 2026

Crunchyroll Heads to New York Comic Con 2025 with TRIGUN STARGAZE, DAN DA DAN and More Panels

DAN DA DAN Anime Announces Season 3

Japan Box Office: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Remains No.1 in 9th Weekend

Live-Action ONE PIECE Season 2 Sneak Peek Trailer Debuts

Crunchyroll Collabs with Noah Lyles, Adidas for Anime-Inspired Capsule Collection

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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Creepy Nuts to Perform at Coachella in 2026

Crunchyroll Heads to New York Comic Con 2025 with TRIGUN STARGAZE, DAN DA DAN and More Panels

DAN DA DAN Anime Announces Season 3

Japan Box Office: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Remains No.1 in 9th Weekend

Live-Action ONE PIECE Season 2 Sneak Peek Trailer Debuts

Crunchyroll Collabs with Noah Lyles, Adidas for Anime-Inspired Capsule Collection

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/16/creepy-nuts-to-perform-at-coachella-in-2026"><u>Creepy Nuts to Perform at Coachella in 2026</u></a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/9/18/noah-lyles-adidas-crunchyroll-anime-capsule-collection-merch"><u>Crunchyroll Collabs with Noah Lyles, Adidas for Anime-Inspired Capsule Collection</u></a><br></p>
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<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <description>Hina Suguta and Shoya Ishige, who play Kitagawa Marin and Gojo Wakana in My Dress-Up Darling, are on The Anime Effect this week. The voice actors dive deep into the anime, discussing everything from cosplaying to couple goals.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

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      <itunes:summary>Hina Suguta and Shoya Ishige, who play Kitagawa Marin and Gojo Wakana in My Dress-Up Darling, are on The Anime Effect this week. The voice actors dive deep into the anime, discussing everything from cosplaying to couple goals.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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      <description>The Anime Effect dishes on everything we know about SPY x FAMILY and Oshi no Ko’s third seasons, as well as first reactions to Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba: Infinity Castle! THEN, the hosts gear up to debate the biggest rule of isekai anime, because it begs to be broken.

SPY x FAMILY Season 3 Releases New Trailer, Will Also Stream on Crunchyroll

Oshi no Ko Season 3 Anime Digs Deep with New Teaser Visual, Cast, January 2026 Premiere

Production I.G and Naoki Urasawa Collab with Cartier for "Panthère"-Inspired Anime

Nintendo Unveils The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Among Other 40th Anniversary FunWelcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect dishes on everything we know about SPY x FAMILY and Oshi no Ko’s third seasons, as well as first reactions to Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba: Infinity Castle! THEN, the hosts gear up to debate the biggest rule of isekai anime, because it begs to be broken.

SPY x FAMILY Season 3 Releases New Trailer, Will Also Stream on Crunchyroll

Oshi no Ko Season 3 Anime Digs Deep with New Teaser Visual, Cast, January 2026 Premiere

Production I.G and Naoki Urasawa Collab with Cartier for "Panthère"-Inspired Anime

Nintendo Unveils The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Among Other 40th Anniversary FunWelcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/9/spy-x-family-season-3-new-trailer-stream-crunchyroll"><u>SPY x FAMILY Season 3 Releases New Trailer, Will Also Stream on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/14/oshi-no-ko-season-3-anime-teaser-visual-cast-january-2026-premiere"><u>Oshi no Ko Season 3 Anime Digs Deep with New Teaser Visual, Cast, January 2026 Premiere</u></a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/12/nintendo-direct-round-up-september-2025-super-mario-galaxy-raichu-mega-evolution"><u>Nintendo Unveils The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Among Other 40th Anniversary Fun</u></a><br>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Cast Talks Action, Emotion &amp; Fan Hype | 80</title>
      <description>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle hits theaters this week, so we’re talking with the voices of Tanjiro Kamado, Nezuko Kamado, Inosuke Hashibira, and Giyu Tomioka about their favorite battles and moments from the film. 

No spoilers, don't worry! Hear from Zach Aguilar, Abby Trott, Bryce Papenbrook, and Johnny Yong Bosch only on The Anime Effect.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <itunes:title>Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Cast Talks Action, Emotion &amp; Fan Hype</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>80</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:summary>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle hits theaters this week, so we’re talking with the voices of Tanjiro Kamado, Nezuko Kamado, Inosuke Hashibira, and Giyu Tomioka about their favorite battles and moments from the film. 

No spoilers, don't worry! Hear from Zach Aguilar, Abby Trott, Bryce Papenbrook, and Johnny Yong Bosch only on The Anime Effect.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Unwrap a huge discount on NordVPN by heading to nordvpn.com/animeeffect. Plus, with our link, you’ll get an extra 4 months free on the 2-year plan and it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee.
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<p><strong>No spoilers, don't worry!</strong> Hear from Zach Aguilar, Abby Trott, Bryce Papenbrook, and Johnny Yong Bosch only on The Anime Effect.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
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  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Demon Slayer’s FINAL Infinity Castle Preview Will Leave You Shaking | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect unpacks the FINAL Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle preview, plus big anime updates from Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider, One-Punch Man, and the new Jujutsu Kaisen spin-off manga. PLUS, we continue our never-ending isekai debate in Fan Service with your help.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Releases Electrifying Visual of Zenitsu Versus Kaigaku

Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider Anime Debuts on October 4

One-Punch Man Season 3 Anime Suits Up on October 5

New Assassination Classroom Anime Film Announced for March 20, 2026

Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Spin-Off Manga Launches in Shonen Jump 

EVANGELION: Δ CROSS REFLECTIONS Game Project Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 22:30:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect unpacks the FINAL Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle preview, plus big anime updates from Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider, One-Punch Man, and the new Jujutsu Kaisen spin-off manga. PLUS, we continue our never-ending isekai debate in Fan Service with your help.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Releases Electrifying Visual of Zenitsu Versus Kaigaku

Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider Anime Debuts on October 4

One-Punch Man Season 3 Anime Suits Up on October 5

New Assassination Classroom Anime Film Announced for March 20, 2026

Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Spin-Off Manga Launches in Shonen Jump 

EVANGELION: Δ CROSS REFLECTIONS Game Project Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/3/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-new-zenitsu-kaigaku-visual"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Releases Electrifying Visual of Zenitsu Versus Kaigaku</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/3/tojima-wants-to-be-a-kamen-rider-anime-debuts-on-october-4"><u>Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider Anime Debuts on October 4</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/3/one-punch-man-season-3-anime-october-5-release-date-key-visual"><u>One-Punch Man Season 3 Anime Suits Up on October 5</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/7/assassination-classroom-new-anime-movie-announced-for-march-20-2026"><u>New Assassination Classroom Anime Film Announced for March 20, 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/7/jujutsu-kaisen-modulo-manga-spinoff-gege-akutami-yuji-iwasaki"><u>Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Spin-Off Manga Launches in Shonen Jump</u></a><strong> </strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/9/5/evangelion-cross-reflections-game-project-announced"><u>EVANGELION: Δ CROSS REFLECTIONS Game Project Announced</u></a><br></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <description>ND Stevenson, the artist, author, and showrunner behind Nimona, Lumberjanes, and She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, is revealing the anime he watched during production, the anime character he aspires to be like, and even gives us the inside scoop on his book, Scarlet Morning.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Meet the Anime That Secretly Shaped She-Ra &amp; Nimona (ft. ND Stevenson)</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>79</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:summary>ND Stevenson, the artist, author, and showrunner behind Nimona, Lumberjanes, and She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, is revealing the anime he watched during production, the anime character he aspires to be like, and even gives us the inside scoop on his book, Scarlet Morning.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Unwrap a huge discount on NordVPN by heading to nordvpn.com/animeeffect. Plus, with our link, you’ll get an extra 4 months free on the 2-year plan and it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee.
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
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      <title>We Pick the One Anime We’d Watch Again... Do You Agree? | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is talking about the latest announcements for SPY x FAMILY, Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill, and JUJUTSU KAISEN fans: listen up! PLUS! We're sharing the anime &amp; manga we wish we could experience for the first time if we could wipe our brains. Do you agree?

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>We Pick the One Anime We’d Watch Again... Do You Agree?</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is talking about the latest announcements for SPY x FAMILY, Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill, and JUJUTSU KAISEN fans: listen up! PLUS! We're sharing the anime &amp; manga we wish we could experience for the first time if we could wipe our brains. Do you agree?

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Snitchery Needs Help Finding Her Next Unhinged Anime Cosplay | 78</title>
      <description>Anime cosplayer Snitchery is here sharing ALL her costuming tips, revealing what attracts her to certain character looks (hint: think bald), and playing our Ultimate Anime Cosplay Bracket, but we make it unhinged.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Snitchery Needs Help Finding Her Next Unhinged Anime Cosplay</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Anime cosplayer Snitchery is here sharing ALL her costuming tips, revealing what attracts her to certain character looks (hint: think bald), and playing our Ultimate Anime Cosplay Bracket, but we make it unhinged.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Unwrap a huge discount on NordVPN by heading to nordvpn.com/animeeffect. Plus, with our link, you’ll get an extra 4 months free on the 2-year plan and it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee.
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
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The Banished Court Magician Aims to Become the Strongest, A Gatherer's Adventure in Isekai and More Anime to Stream on Crunchyroll

Delicious in Dungeon and Ryoko Kui Exhibition Heads to New York This October

One-Punch Man Season 3 Anime Releases Theme Song Announcement Video

DIGIMON BEATBREAK Anime Releases Visuals of Seven Lead Characters

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Anime Adaptation Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll in 2026

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Becomes 3rd Highest-Grossing Film of All-Time in Japan

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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The Banished Court Magician Aims to Become the Strongest, A Gatherer's Adventure in Isekai and More Anime to Stream on Crunchyroll

Delicious in Dungeon and Ryoko Kui Exhibition Heads to New York This October

One-Punch Man Season 3 Anime Releases Theme Song Announcement Video

DIGIMON BEATBREAK Anime Releases Visuals of Seven Lead Characters

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Anime Adaptation Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll in 2026

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Becomes 3rd Highest-Grossing Film of All-Time in Japan

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/24/one-punch-man-season-3-anime-theme-song-announcement-video"><u>One-Punch Man Season 3 Anime Releases Theme Song Announcement Video</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/21/digimon-beatbreak-anime-four-character-visuals"><u>DIGIMON BEATBREAK Anime Releases Visuals of Seven Lead Characters</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/19/sekiro-anime-adaptation-announced-2026-stream-crunchyroll"><u>Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Anime Adaptation Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll in 2026</u></a></p>
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<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <description>Kei Urana &amp; Hideyoshi Andou, mangaka and graffiti designer of Gachiakuta, are on The Anime Effect this week to discuss how garbage led them to greatness.

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Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


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      <itunes:summary>Kei Urana &amp; Hideyoshi Andou, mangaka and graffiti designer of Gachiakuta, are on The Anime Effect this week to discuss how garbage led them to greatness.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <description>The Anime Effect is here to tell fans they can see Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle in theaters early! Plus, we're breaking down the music of Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc and the Yu-Gi-Oh! x Nike collab we CANNOT believe is happening! Also, if you want a magical girl retirement plan, we've got just the deal for you!

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Hosts Special United States Screenings on September 9 for Mega, Ultimate Fan Subscribers

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Takes 4th Place in Japan All-Time Box Office Chart in One Month

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Announces Kenshi Yonezu, Hikaru Utada to Perform the Ending Theme Song

WIND BREAKER, Witch Hat Atelier and More Manga Nominated for 2025 Harvey Awards

My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Releases New Trailer, Announces Porno Graffitti Opening Theme Song

Nike and Yu-Gi-Oh! Team Up for Joey Wheeler Sneakers

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <itunes:title>Yu-Gi-Oh! x Nike Is Real &amp; Space Jam Is Definitely an Isekai Anime</itunes:title>
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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Hosts Special United States Screenings on September 9 for Mega, Ultimate Fan Subscribers

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Takes 4th Place in Japan All-Time Box Office Chart in One Month

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Announces Kenshi Yonezu, Hikaru Utada to Perform the Ending Theme Song

WIND BREAKER, Witch Hat Atelier and More Manga Nominated for 2025 Harvey Awards

My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Releases New Trailer, Announces Porno Graffitti Opening Theme Song

Nike and Yu-Gi-Oh! Team Up for Joey Wheeler Sneakers

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/8/14/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-united-states-crunchyroll-subscriber-screenings-september-9"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Hosts Special United States Screenings on September 9 for Mega, Ultimate Fan Subscribers</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/18/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-4th-highest-grossing-film-in-japan"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Takes 4th Place in Japan All-Time Box Office Chart in One Month</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/13/chainsaw-man-the-movie-reze-arc-kenshi-yonezu-utada-hikaru-ending-theme-song"><u>Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Announces Kenshi Yonezu, Hikaru Utada to Perform the Ending Theme Song</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/12/wind-breaker-witch-hat-atelier-summer-hikaru-died-manga-2025-harvey-awards"><u>WIND BREAKER, Witch Hat Atelier and More Manga Nominated for 2025 Harvey Awards</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/17/my-hero-academia-final-season-new-main-trailer-opening-theme-song-announced"><u>My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Releases New Trailer, Announces Porno Graffitti Opening Theme Song</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/14/nike-yugioh-joey-wheeler-sneakers"><u>Nike and Yu-Gi-Oh! Team Up for Joey Wheeler Sneakers</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <description>Julio Rodríguez, center fielder for the Seattle Mariners, is on The Anime Effect to talk about his favorite anime, build a chaotic yet powerful anime dream team, and reveal the anime he makes ALL his teammates watch.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Anime Meets the MLB as Julio Rodríguez Drafts His Anime Dream Team </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Julio Rodríguez, center fielder for the Seattle Mariners, is on The Anime Effect to talk about his favorite anime, build a chaotic yet powerful anime dream team, and reveal the anime he makes ALL his teammates watch.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Unwrap a huge discount on NordVPN by heading to nordvpn.com/animeeffect. Plus, with our link, you’ll get an extra 4 months free on the 2-year plan and it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee.
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
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      <title>A New One Piece Anime, Black Clover Turns 10 &amp; Magical Girl Retirement Plans| NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect can barely contain its excitement because we now know the English dub cast for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle movie! PLUS, a new ONE PIECE anime is underway while Black Clover celebrates its biggest anniversary yet. We’re also making the ultimate magical girl retirement plans if you want in!

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Announces English Dub Cast, with Channing Tatum, Rebecca Wang to Join

Live-Action ONE PIECE Shares Season 2 Trailer, Season 3 Announced

ONE PIECE Heroines Anime Announced

New Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron Blooded Orphans Short Film to Screen with Urðr-Hunt Anime

Black Clover Gets Manga 10th Anniversary Art From One Piece, Naruto, Bleach Creators

Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME Release Date Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect can barely contain its excitement because we now know the English dub cast for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle movie! PLUS, a new ONE PIECE anime is underway while Black Clover celebrates its biggest anniversary yet. We’re also making the ultimate magical girl retirement plans if you want in!

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Announces English Dub Cast, with Channing Tatum, Rebecca Wang to Join

Live-Action ONE PIECE Shares Season 2 Trailer, Season 3 Announced

ONE PIECE Heroines Anime Announced

New Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron Blooded Orphans Short Film to Screen with Urðr-Hunt Anime

Black Clover Gets Manga 10th Anniversary Art From One Piece, Naruto, Bleach Creators

Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME Release Date Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/8/11/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-english-dub-cast-channing-tatum-rebecca-wang"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Announces English Dub Cast, with Channing Tatum, Rebecca Wang to Join</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/10/live-action-one-piece-season-2-first-trailer-season-3-announced"><u>Live-Action ONE PIECE Shares Season 2 Trailer, Season 3 Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/10/one-piece-heroines-anime-announced"><u>ONE PIECE Heroines Anime Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/7/new-mobile-suit-gundam-iron-blooded-orphans-short-to-screen-with-urdr-hunt-anime"><u>New Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron Blooded Orphans Short Film to Screen with Urðr-Hunt Anime</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/4/black-clover-manga-10th-anniversary-art-one-piece-naruto-bleach-creators"><u>Black Clover Gets Manga 10th Anniversary Art From One Piece, Naruto, Bleach Creators</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/5/kaiju-no-8-the-game-release-date-announced"><u>Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME Release Date Announced</u></a><strong></strong></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <description>The creator of the Let’s Play Leeanne Krecic (aka Mongie) talks behind-the-scenes of the Let’s Play anime, including what did and didn’t make it through the adaptation process, her inspiration behind this story, and her reaction to watching the anime for the first time.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

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      <itunes:summary>The creator of the Let’s Play Leeanne Krecic (aka Mongie) talks behind-the-scenes of the Let’s Play anime, including what did and didn’t make it through the adaptation process, her inspiration behind this story, and her reaction to watching the anime for the first time.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
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      <title>Demon Slayer Breaks Big Records as One Piece Moves to L.A. | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect has a lot to discuss this week! We’re unpacking another record-breaking week for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, the upcoming Akane-banashi anime adaptation, One Piece's new cafe in L.A., and so much more!

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Reaches 10th Highest-Grossing Film in Japan in Just 17 Days

Akane-banashi Anime Adaptation Officially Announced for 2026

One Piece Cafe Los Angeles Opens on August 2 with Exclusive Merch and Menu Items

Persona 3, Monster Hunter and Hyrule Warriors Spotlighted in Nintendo Switch Partner Showcase

Shonen Jump and Pokémon Share More Collab Illustrations from Sakamoto Days, Kagurabachi and More

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Demon Slayer Breaks Big Records as One Piece Moves to L.A.</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect has a lot to discuss this week! We’re unpacking another record-breaking week for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, the upcoming Akane-banashi anime adaptation, One Piece's new cafe in L.A., and so much more!

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Reaches 10th Highest-Grossing Film in Japan in Just 17 Days

Akane-banashi Anime Adaptation Officially Announced for 2026

One Piece Cafe Los Angeles Opens on August 2 with Exclusive Merch and Menu Items

Persona 3, Monster Hunter and Hyrule Warriors Spotlighted in Nintendo Switch Partner Showcase

Shonen Jump and Pokémon Share More Collab Illustrations from Sakamoto Days, Kagurabachi and More

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect has a lot to discuss this week! We’re unpacking another record-breaking week for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, the upcoming Akane-banashi anime adaptation, One Piece's new cafe in L.A., and so much more!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/4/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-anime-film-10th-highest-grossing-film-in-japan"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Reaches 10th Highest-Grossing Film in Japan in Just 17 Days</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/4/akanebanashi-anime-adaptation-announced-2026-staff-cast-teaser-trailer"><u>Akane-banashi Anime Adaptation Officially Announced for 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/29/one-piece-cafe-los-angeles-opening-date-exclusive-merch-menu-items?srsltid=AfmBOorUQwron4l-0PSRJDe7oXQhHsJOlH2iTl911flHi8U3DUWusIAz"><u>One Piece Cafe Los Angeles Opens on August 2 with Exclusive Merch and Menu Items</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/31/nintendo-partner-showcase-july-2025-persona-3-reload-hyrule-warriors-age-of-imprisonment"><u>Persona 3, Monster Hunter and Hyrule Warriors Spotlighted in Nintendo Switch Partner Showcase</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/8/3/shonen-jump-pokemon-sakamoto-days-kagurabachi-ichi-the-witch-collab-art"><u>Shonen Jump and Pokémon Share More Collab Illustrations from Sakamoto Days, Kagurabachi and More</u></a><strong></strong></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Paloma Mami Reveals Her Berserk Ride-or-Die &amp; Códigos de Muñeka’s Anime DNA | 74</title>
      <description>Paloma Mami is on The Anime Effect this week talking about the anime inspirations behind her new album, Códigos de Muñeka, and explains why she stays loyal to her man Guts from Berserk!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

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      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Paloma Mami is on The Anime Effect this week talking about the anime inspirations behind her new album, Códigos de Muñeka, and explains why she stays loyal to her man Guts from Berserk!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Unwrap a huge discount on NordVPN by heading to nordvpn.com/animeeffect. Plus, with our link, you’ll get an extra 4 months free on the 2-year plan and it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee.
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<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
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  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <description>The Anime Effect has a LOT to say after SDCC 2025! We’re breaking down Demon Slayer’s record-breaking opening weekend in Japan, Crunchyroll’s Anime NYC schedule, the titles coming to theaters for Anime Nights this fall, and more. PLUS, the hosts stand their ground &amp; debate whether the Naruto or One Piece universe would win in a fight!

Japan Box Office: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Opens at No.1 Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Collabs with Los Angeles Dodgers on August 15 Game

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Releases New Visual Featuring Tanjiro and Giyu Versus Akaza

Solo Leveling Season 2, HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle and More Anime Recognized at 2025 Collision Awards

Crunchyroll Heads to Anime NYC with Special Panels, Screenings and More

Crunchyroll Anime Nights Movie Program Launches in the U.S. with Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid, OVERLORD Screenings

Mamoru Hosoda's The Boy and the Beast Re-Releases in U.S. Theaters in August

EXCLUSIVE: Oldboy Manga Deluxe Edition Debuts in January 2026

Junji Ito Enters Eisner Awards Hall of Fame

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect has a LOT to say after SDCC 2025! We’re breaking down Demon Slayer’s record-breaking opening weekend in Japan, Crunchyroll’s Anime NYC schedule, the titles coming to theaters for Anime Nights this fall, and more. PLUS, the hosts stand their ground &amp; debate whether the Naruto or One Piece universe would win in a fight!

Japan Box Office: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Opens at No.1 Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Collabs with Los Angeles Dodgers on August 15 Game

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Releases New Visual Featuring Tanjiro and Giyu Versus Akaza

Solo Leveling Season 2, HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle and More Anime Recognized at 2025 Collision Awards

Crunchyroll Heads to Anime NYC with Special Panels, Screenings and More

Crunchyroll Anime Nights Movie Program Launches in the U.S. with Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid, OVERLORD Screenings

Mamoru Hosoda's The Boy and the Beast Re-Releases in U.S. Theaters in August

EXCLUSIVE: Oldboy Manga Deluxe Edition Debuts in January 2026

Junji Ito Enters Eisner Awards Hall of Fame

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/23/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-first-movie-number-1-debut-japan-box-office"><u>Japan Box Office: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Opens at No.1</u></a> <a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/23/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-los-angeles-dodgers-august-15"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Collabs with Los Angeles Dodgers on August 15 Game</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/27/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-first-movie-new-tanjiro-giyu-akaza-visual"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Releases New Visual Featuring Tanjiro and Giyu Versus Akaza</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/22/solo-leveling-season-2-haikyu-anime-collision-awards-2025-winners"><u>Solo Leveling Season 2, HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle and More Anime Recognized at 2025 Collision Awards</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/7/22/anime-nyc-2025-crunchyroll-schedule"><u>Crunchyroll Heads to Anime NYC with Special Panels, Screenings and More</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/7/26/miss-kobayashis-dragon-maid-overlord-crunchyroll-anime-nights-movie-program-united-states"><u>Crunchyroll Anime Nights Movie Program Launches in the U.S. with Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid, OVERLORD Screenings</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/7/28/the-boy-and-the-beast-united-states-rerelease-august-2025"><u>Mamoru Hosoda's The Boy and the Beast Re-Releases in U.S. Theaters in August</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/25/oldboy-manga-deluxe-edition-debuts-in-january-2026"><u>EXCLUSIVE: Oldboy Manga Deluxe Edition Debuts in January 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/25/junji-ito-eisner-awards-hall-of-fame"><u>Junji Ito Enters Eisner Awards Hall of Fame</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Trivium’s Matt Heafy Unpacks His Favorite Anime, Tattoos &amp; Godly Guitars | 73</title>
      <description>Matt Heafy is on The Anime Effect not only to talk about his love for Death Note, Steins;Gate, and Solo Leveling, but also to share the inspiration behind his chart-topping music, tattoos, and his god-tier guitar collection.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <itunes:summary>Matt Heafy is on The Anime Effect not only to talk about his love for Death Note, Steins;Gate, and Solo Leveling, but also to share the inspiration behind his chart-topping music, tattoos, and his god-tier guitar collection.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
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  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Could YOU Survive an Anime Apocalypse? Plus, Big Demon Slayer News | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect finally proves whether its hosts could survive Nyaight of the Living Cat, and you can take the quiz too! PLUS! We’re also talking all the latest on Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, a special poll for My Hero Academia stans, and the new anime series we are excited for (and maybe even manifested?)!

Could You Survive Nyaight of the Living Cat?

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Manga Surpasses 200 Million Copies in Circulation

My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Releases New Key Visual, Announces "Character’s Ultimate Scene Ranking" Poll

The Character’s Ultimate Scene Ranking Poll 

Snowball Earth Anime Adaptation Announced for 2026

Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You Anime Adaptation Announced for 2026

The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Film Reveals Cast for Zelda and Link

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
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      <itunes:title>Could YOU Survive an Anime Apocalypse? Plus, Big Demon Slayer News</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect finally proves whether its hosts could survive Nyaight of the Living Cat, and you can take the quiz too! PLUS! We’re also talking all the latest on Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, a special poll for My Hero Academia stans, and the new anime series we are excited for (and maybe even manifested?)!

Could You Survive Nyaight of the Living Cat?

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Manga Surpasses 200 Million Copies in Circulation

My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Releases New Key Visual, Announces "Character’s Ultimate Scene Ranking" Poll

The Character’s Ultimate Scene Ranking Poll 

Snowball Earth Anime Adaptation Announced for 2026

Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You Anime Adaptation Announced for 2026

The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Film Reveals Cast for Zelda and Link

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/quizzes/2025/7/21/nyaight-of-the-living-cat-quiz"><u>Could You Survive Nyaight of the Living Cat?</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/17/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-manga-surpasses-200-million-copies-in-circulation"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Manga Surpasses 200 Million Copies in Circulation</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/15/my-hero-academia-final-season-new-key-visual-ultimate-scene-ranking-poll"><u>My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Releases New Key Visual, Announces "Character’s Ultimate Scene Ranking" Poll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://heroaca.ultimatescene.jp/en"><u>The Character’s Ultimate Scene Ranking Poll</u></a> </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/17/snowball-earth-anime-adaptation-announced-2026-studio-kai"><u>Snowball Earth Anime Adaptation Announced for 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/18/smoking-behind-the-supermarket-with-you-anime-adaptation-announced-2026"><u>Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You Anime Adaptation Announced for 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/17/the-legend-of-zelda-live-action-movie-zelda-link-cast"><u>The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Film Reveals Cast for Zelda and Link</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>J-Pop Star Ado Began Her Career With a 3DS &amp; a Dream | NEWS</title>
      <description>J-Pop star Ado is on The Anime Effect, and she’s sharing her gateway anime, the reason she will always love vocaloid music, her experience performing music for One Piece Film Red, and how she launched her career on a 3DS. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>J-Pop Star Ado Began Her Career With a 3DS &amp; a Dream</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>J-Pop star Ado is on The Anime Effect, and she’s sharing her gateway anime, the reason she will always love vocaloid music, her experience performing music for One Piece Film Red, and how she launched her career on a 3DS. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Unwrap a huge discount on NordVPN by heading to nordvpn.com/animeeffect. Plus, with our link, you’ll get an extra 4 months free on the 2-year plan and it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee.
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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Live-Action Solo Leveling Casts Byeon Woo-seok as Sung Jinwoo

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Hosts Hall H Panel at San Diego Comic-Con

Crunchyroll Collabs with Professional Wrestler Mercedes Moné for New Limited-Edition Merch

Crunchyroll x Ado Collab

Crunchyroll and Paloma Mami Team Up to Celebrate New Album with Exclusive Anime-Inspired Artwork

Rumiko Takahashi's MAO Manga Gets TV Anime Adaptation in Spring 2026

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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Live-Action Solo Leveling Casts Byeon Woo-seok as Sung Jinwoo

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Hosts Hall H Panel at San Diego Comic-Con

Crunchyroll Collabs with Professional Wrestler Mercedes Moné for New Limited-Edition Merch

Crunchyroll x Ado Collab

Crunchyroll and Paloma Mami Team Up to Celebrate New Album with Exclusive Anime-Inspired Artwork

Rumiko Takahashi's MAO Manga Gets TV Anime Adaptation in Spring 2026

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/10/solo-leveling-live-action-byeon-woo-seok-sung-jinwoo-cast"><u>Live-Action Solo Leveling Casts Byeon Woo-seok as Sung Jinwoo</u></a></p>
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<p><a href="https://store.crunchyroll.com/crunchyroll-hime-ado.html"><u>Crunchyroll x Ado Collab</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/7/11/paloma-mami-crunchyroll-celebrate-new-album-with-exclusive-anime-inspired-artwork"><u>Crunchyroll and Paloma Mami Team Up to Celebrate New Album with Exclusive Anime-Inspired Artwork</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/14/rumiko-takahashi-mao-manga-tv-anime-adaptation-spring-2026"><u>Rumiko Takahashi's MAO Manga Gets TV Anime Adaptation in Spring 2026</u></a></p>
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<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect chats with the English voice of Kafka Hibino, Nazeeh Tarsha, and Kaiju No. 8 ADR Director Shawn Gann in our FIRST episode out of Anime Expo 2025! Learn who their favorite Kaiju is from the series (HINT: It’s not Kaiju No. 8) and their hopes for season 2.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
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      <description>The Anime Effect is BACK from Anime Expo 2025, and they are ready to discuss all the news from the big con. Hear the latest on Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End season 2, The Apothecary Diaries, and SO MUCH more. PLUS, we’re pitching our (mostly) original anime ideas in Fan Service.

Anime Expo 2025: All the Big News from the Event!

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Anime Announced

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Season 2 to Stream on Crunchyroll in January 2026

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4 to Stream on Crunchyroll in 2026

New Black Clover Anime Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

Daemons of the Shadow Realm Anime Adaptation Announced, Crunchyroll to Stream

You and I Are Polar Opposites Anime Reveals New Trailer, Main Cast

The Apothecary Diaries Anime Sequel Announced After Season 2 Finale

Junji Ito Crimson TV Anime Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Season 2 Anime to Premiere in 2026

Sink Your Teeth: A Tokyo Ghoul Celebration Brings Ken Kaneki to Theaters Later This Month

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is BACK from Anime Expo 2025, and they are ready to discuss all the news from the big con. Hear the latest on Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End season 2, The Apothecary Diaries, and SO MUCH more. PLUS, we’re pitching our (mostly) original anime ideas in Fan Service.

Anime Expo 2025: All the Big News from the Event!

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Anime Announced

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Season 2 to Stream on Crunchyroll in January 2026

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4 to Stream on Crunchyroll in 2026

New Black Clover Anime Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

Daemons of the Shadow Realm Anime Adaptation Announced, Crunchyroll to Stream

You and I Are Polar Opposites Anime Reveals New Trailer, Main Cast

The Apothecary Diaries Anime Sequel Announced After Season 2 Finale

Junji Ito Crimson TV Anime Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Season 2 Anime to Premiere in 2026

Sink Your Teeth: A Tokyo Ghoul Celebration Brings Ken Kaneki to Theaters Later This Month

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/6/anime-expo-2025-all-the-big-news-from-the-event"><u>Anime Expo 2025: All the Big News from the Event!</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/4/cyberpunk-edgerunners-season-2-anime-announced"><u>Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Anime Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/7/4/frieren-beyond-journeys-end-season-2-january-2026-stream-crunchyroll"><u>Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Season 2 to Stream on Crunchyroll in January 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/7/6/rezero-starting-life-in-another-world-season-4-to-stream-on-crunchyroll-in-2026"><u>Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4 to Stream on Crunchyroll in 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/6/new-black-clover-anime-stream-crunchyroll"><u>New Black Clover Anime Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/6/daemons-of-the-shadow-realm-anime-adaptation-stream-crunchyroll"><u>Daemons of the Shadow Realm Anime Adaptation Announced, Crunchyroll to Stream</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/6/you-and-i-are-polar-opposites-anime-new-trailer-main-cast"><u>You and I Are Polar Opposites Anime Reveals New Trailer, Main Cast</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/4/the-apothecary-diaries-season-2-anime-sequel-announced"><u>The Apothecary Diaries Anime Sequel Announced After Season 2 Finale</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/3/junji-ito-crimson-tv-anime-stream-crunchyroll"><u>Junji Ito Crimson TV Anime Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/7/3/alya-sometimes-hides-her-feelings-in-russian-season-2-anime-2026-premiere"><u>Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Season 2 Anime to Premiere in 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/7/7/sink-your-teeth-a-tokyo-ghoul-celebration-brings-ken-kaneki-to-theaters-later-this-month"><u>Sink Your Teeth: A Tokyo Ghoul Celebration Brings Ken Kaneki to Theaters Later This Month</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <description>In our very first episode, we're breaking down the very first episode of the brand new anime Gachiakuta! Listen in and share your thoughts in the comments as hosts Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray and Leah President talk out the trash and share their biggest takeaways and favorite lines from episode one of Gachiakuta. 

Want to hear more?  Subscribe to The Gachiakuta After Show podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

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      <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 15:30:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>In our very first episode, we're breaking down the very first episode of the brand new anime Gachiakuta! Listen in and share your thoughts in the comments as hosts Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray and Leah President talk out the trash and share their biggest takeaways and favorite lines from episode one of Gachiakuta. 

Want to hear more?  Subscribe to The Gachiakuta After Show podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Have a question for The Gachiakuta After Show? Ask it here.
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        <![CDATA[<p>In our very first episode, we're breaking down the very first episode of the brand new anime Gachiakuta! Listen in and share your thoughts in the comments as hosts Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray and Leah President talk out the trash and share their biggest takeaways and favorite lines from episode one of Gachiakuta. </p>
<p>Want to hear more?  Subscribe to The Gachiakuta After Show podcast on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4swReMna2jIQ5KfROIgNKJ?si=Mt8NTilqQ_u1K32IRzKCzA&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=85e0bc8122cf4baa"><u>Spotify</u></a> or <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gachiakuta-after-show/id1822878211"><u>Apple Podcasts</u></a>.</p>
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      <title>Which Anime Need to Be on Your Summer 2025 Watchlist? | 71</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is breaking down the most anticipated titles of the Summer 2025 season. Come build your summer anime watchlist with our hosts, and ping us in the comments if we missed a show you cannot wait to watch!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Which Anime Need to Be on Your Summer 2025 Watchlist? </itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>71</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is breaking down the most anticipated titles of the Summer 2025 season. Come build your summer anime watchlist with our hosts, and ping us in the comments if we missed a show you cannot wait to watch!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Unwrap a huge discount on NordVPN by heading to nordvpn.com/animeeffect. Plus, with our link, you’ll get an extra 4 months free on the 2-year plan and it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee.
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Fan Service Officially Enters The Anime Effect Chat | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is dishing some much-deserved fan service in their new segment, but FIRST! Hear the latest on Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle film, the new Crunchyroll News x Newtype magazine, and everything we know so far about My Hero Academia: Vigilantes season 2. PLUS, we break down the reveal of DIGIMON BEATBREAK.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Fan Service Officially Enters The Anime Effect Chat</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is dishing some much-deserved fan service in their new segment, but FIRST! Hear the latest on Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle film, the new Crunchyroll News x Newtype magazine, and everything we know so far about My Hero Academia: Vigilantes season 2. PLUS, we break down the reveal of DIGIMON BEATBREAK.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is dishing some much-deserved fan service in their new segment, but FIRST! Hear the latest on Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle film, the new Crunchyroll News x Newtype magazine, and everything we know so far about My Hero Academia: Vigilantes season 2. PLUS, we break down the reveal of DIGIMON BEATBREAK.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Introducing...The Gachiakuta After Show!</title>
      <description>Get ready to talk out the trash with The Anime Effect on The Gachiakuta After Show!

In the highly anticipated anime series airing on Crunchyroll based on the manga of the same name by Kei Urana and Hideyoshi Andou, main character Rudo is exiled from his home and becomes a trash beast slayer in order to survive. Each week on the show, we’ll recap the latest events from the anime, share our favorite moments and maybe even hear from some special guests working on the series. Let’s enter the abyss… together!

Listen wherever you get your podcasts. First episode releases Sunday, July 6 after the premiere of Gachiakuta.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 19:12:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>bonus</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Get ready to talk out the trash with The Anime Effect on The Gachiakuta After Show!

In the highly anticipated anime series airing on Crunchyroll based on the manga of the same name by Kei Urana and Hideyoshi Andou, main character Rudo is exiled from his home and becomes a trash beast slayer in order to survive. Each week on the show, we’ll recap the latest events from the anime, share our favorite moments and maybe even hear from some special guests working on the series. Let’s enter the abyss… together!

Listen wherever you get your podcasts. First episode releases Sunday, July 6 after the premiere of Gachiakuta.
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        <![CDATA[<p>Get ready to talk out the trash with The Anime Effect on The Gachiakuta After Show!</p>
<p>In the highly anticipated anime series airing on Crunchyroll based on the manga of the same name by Kei Urana and Hideyoshi Andou, main character Rudo is exiled from his home and becomes a trash beast slayer in order to survive. Each week on the show, we’ll recap the latest events from the anime, share our favorite moments and maybe even hear from some special guests working on the series. Let’s enter the abyss… together!</p>
<p>Listen wherever you get your podcasts. First episode releases Sunday, July 6 after the premiere of Gachiakuta.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Kiera Please Is Ready to Defend Her Favorite JoJo &amp; Best Anime Cosplay | 70</title>
      <description>Kiera Please is here to tell The Anime Effect that your cosplay does NOT have to be perfect! She also tries to convince you to woo her character in Date Everything! and bravely attempts to argue why her favorite JoJo is best JoJo.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Kiera Please Is Ready to Defend Her Favorite JoJo &amp; Best Anime Cosplay</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>70</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Kiera Please is here to tell The Anime Effect that your cosplay does NOT have to be perfect! She also tries to convince you to woo her character in Date Everything! and bravely attempts to argue why her favorite JoJo is best JoJo.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>We’re Launching a NEW Gachiakuta Show...!? | NEWS</title>
      <description>We’re launching a brand new show! The Anime Effect shares all the details on  Gachiakuta, the new Kaguya-sama: Love Is War TV special, the first Chainsaw Man movie, the VINLAND SAGA manga, and more. PLUS! We're discussing our brand-new Gachiakuta after show ahead of its debut!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>We’re launching a brand new show! The Anime Effect shares all the details on  Gachiakuta, the new Kaguya-sama: Love Is War TV special, the first Chainsaw Man movie, the VINLAND SAGA manga, and more. PLUS! We're discussing our brand-new Gachiakuta after show ahead of its debut!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <itunes:duration>3097</itunes:duration>
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      <title>We Asked the Solo Leveling Team EVERYTHING About Season 2 (from CCXP Mexico '25) | 69</title>
      <description>Solo Leveling's animation producer Atsushi Kaneko &amp; action cirector Yoshihiro Kanno are answering OUR questions today on The Anime Effect. The team shares how they navigated the hit adaptation, what the fans mean to them, and their hopes for Solo Leveling's future.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>We Asked the Solo Leveling Team EVERYTHING About Season 2</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>69</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Solo Leveling's animation producer Atsushi Kaneko &amp; action cirector Yoshihiro Kanno are answering OUR questions today on The Anime Effect. The team shares how they navigated the hit adaptation, what the fans mean to them, and their hopes for Solo Leveling's future.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Solo Leveling's animation producer Atsushi Kaneko &amp; action cirector Yoshihiro Kanno are answering OUR questions today on <em>The Anime Effect.</em> The team shares how they navigated the hit adaptation, what the fans mean to them, and their hopes for Solo Leveling's future.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <itunes:duration>1090</itunes:duration>
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      <title>My Hero Academia’s Final Season Gets Real &amp; We Expose Our Secret Anime Watchlists | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is talking about PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT’s return, the latest My Hero Academia trailer for its FINAL season, and more. THEN, the hosts reveal if they have any secret anime watchlists they're willing to expose.

New PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT Anime Premieres on July 9

Dragon Ball DAIMA Named Best Anime Series at 2025 Astra TV Awards

Isekai Quartet Season 3 Anime Announced With The Eminence in Shadow Joining the Cast

My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Anime Reveals New Teaser Trailer

Silent Hill 1 Remake in the Works at Bloober Team

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>My Hero Academia’s Final Season Gets Real &amp; We Expose Our Secret Anime Watchlists</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is talking about PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT’s return, the latest My Hero Academia trailer for its FINAL season, and more. THEN, the hosts reveal if they have any secret anime watchlists they're willing to expose.

New PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT Anime Premieres on July 9

Dragon Ball DAIMA Named Best Anime Series at 2025 Astra TV Awards

Isekai Quartet Season 3 Anime Announced With The Eminence in Shadow Joining the Cast

My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Anime Reveals New Teaser Trailer

Silent Hill 1 Remake in the Works at Bloober Team

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is talking about PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT’s return, the latest My Hero Academia trailer for its FINAL season, and more. THEN, the hosts reveal if they have any secret anime watchlists they're willing to expose.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/6/16/new-panty-stocking-with-garterbelt-anime-premiere-july-9"><u>New PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT Anime Premieres on July 9</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/6/13/dragon-ball-daima-best-anime-series-2025-astra-awards"><u>Dragon Ball DAIMA Named Best Anime Series at 2025 Astra TV Awards</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/6/13/isekai-quartet-season-3-anime-announced"><u>Isekai Quartet Season 3 Anime Announced With The Eminence in Shadow Joining the Cast</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/6/16/my-hero-academia-final-season-anime-reveals-new-teaser-trailer"><u>My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Anime Reveals New Teaser Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/6/12/silent-hill-1-remake-bloober-team"><u>Silent Hill 1 Remake in the Works at Bloober Team</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Purity Ring Plans the Ultimate Anime OP &amp; Drops a Fullmetal Alchemist Hot Take | 68</title>
      <description>Purity Ring's MJ and Corin Roddick join The Anime Effect to share why they love Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, how anime impacts their music, and reveal why they prefer the original Fullmetal Alchemist anime over Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Purity Ring Plans the Ultimate Anime OP &amp; Drops a Fullmetal Alchemist Hot Take </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>68</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:summary>Purity Ring's MJ and Corin Roddick join The Anime Effect to share why they love Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, how anime impacts their music, and reveal why they prefer the original Fullmetal Alchemist anime over Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Purity Ring's MJ and Corin Roddick join The Anime Effect to share why they love Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, how anime impacts their music, and reveal why they prefer the original Fullmetal Alchemist anime over Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Anime Expo 2025 Clears Our Schedule &amp; We Fix Your Anime Watchlist | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is STOKED for Anime Expo 2025, and once you hear about all its panels, you will be too! We’re also talking about PlayStation’s State of Play 2025, the new Nyaight of the Living Cat anime. PLUS! We fix your anime watchlist and recommend titles that newer fans will fall in love with. 

Crunchyroll Heads to Anime Expo 2025 with New Anime Premieres, Panels and More

PlayStation’s State of Play 2025 Delivers Silent Hill f, Digimon Story Details

Xbox Games Showcase

ATLUS announced Persona 4 Revival

Nyaight of the Living Cat Anime Unleashes New Trailer, Visual, Cast and Theme Song News

Given The Double Album: Hiiragi mix &amp; To the Sea Comes to Theaters Later This Month

Fira X Wear Launches My Hero Academia Line Styled After UA Sports Uniforms

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Anime Expo 2025 Clears Our Schedule &amp; We Fix Your Anime Watchlist</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>68</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is STOKED for Anime Expo 2025, and once you hear about all its panels, you will be too! We’re also talking about PlayStation’s State of Play 2025, the new Nyaight of the Living Cat anime. PLUS! We fix your anime watchlist and recommend titles that newer fans will fall in love with. 

Crunchyroll Heads to Anime Expo 2025 with New Anime Premieres, Panels and More

PlayStation’s State of Play 2025 Delivers Silent Hill f, Digimon Story Details

Xbox Games Showcase

ATLUS announced Persona 4 Revival

Nyaight of the Living Cat Anime Unleashes New Trailer, Visual, Cast and Theme Song News

Given The Double Album: Hiiragi mix &amp; To the Sea Comes to Theaters Later This Month

Fira X Wear Launches My Hero Academia Line Styled After UA Sports Uniforms

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is STOKED for Anime Expo 2025, and once you hear about all its panels, you will be too! We’re also talking about PlayStation’s State of Play 2025, the new Nyaight of the Living Cat anime. PLUS! We fix your anime watchlist and recommend titles that newer fans will fall in love with. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/6/3/anime-expo-2025-crunchyroll-panels-premieres-schedule"><u>Crunchyroll Heads to Anime Expo 2025 with New Anime Premieres, Panels and More</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/6/5/playstation-state-of-play-june-2025-round-up-digimon-story-time-stranger-silent-hill-f"><u>PlayStation’s State of Play 2025 Delivers Silent Hill f, Digimon Story Details</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/6/8/solo-leveling-arise-overdrive-action-rpg-xbox-pc"><u>Xbox Games Showcase</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/6/8/persona-4-revival-revealed-for-consoles-and-pc"><u>ATLUS announced Persona 4 Revival</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/6/6/nyaight-of-the-living-cat-anime-new-trailer-july-6-premiere"><u>Nyaight of the Living Cat Anime Unleashes New Trailer, Visual, Cast and Theme Song News</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/6/4/given-the-double-album-hiiragi-mix-to-the-sea-movie-theaters"><u>Given The Double Album: Hiiragi mix &amp; To the Sea Comes to Theaters Later This Month</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/6/5/fira-x-wear-my-hero-academia-apparel-ua-sports-uniforms"><u>Fira X Wear Launches My Hero Academia Line Styled After UA Sports Uniforms</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>One Piece's David Dastmalchian Was Born to Be Mr. 3 | 67</title>
      <description>David Dastmalchian is BACK to share everything he can about playing Mr. 3 in the live-action One Piece TV series, the other anime roles he wants to play, his thoughts on Black Butler, and his new show Murderbot.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>One Piece's David Dastmalchian Was Born to Be Mr. 3</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>67</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>David Dastmalchian is BACK to share everything he can about playing Mr. 3 in the live-action One Piece TV series, the other anime roles he wants to play, his thoughts on Black Butler, and his new show Murderbot.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>David Dastmalchian is BACK to share everything he can about playing Mr. 3 in the live-action One Piece TV series, the other anime roles he wants to play, his thoughts on Black Butler, and his new show Murderbot.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Tony Tony Chopper Sparks a War &amp; We Pick Which Manga Needs an Anime | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect's boys all gather to break down CCXP Mexico 2025 as well as Hideo Kojima &amp; Megan Thee Stallion’s anime ventures. PLUS, we react to One Piece's live-action take on Tony Tony Chopper and pick which manga they think would've been HUGE if it got an anime.

My Dress-Up Darling Season 2, Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 4 and More Anime to Stream on Crunchyroll

My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 will begin airing in Japan on July 5 at 24:00 JST

Megan Thee Stallion Will Drop An Anime Series On Amazon Prime Video

Death Stranding Anime in the Works According to Hideo Kojima

Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Anime Premieres on July 19

Live-Action One Piece Season 2 Trailer Introduces Chopper Ahead of 2026 Premiere

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Tony Tony Chopper Sparks a War &amp; We Pick Which Manga Needs an Anime</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>67</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect's boys all gather to break down CCXP Mexico 2025 as well as Hideo Kojima &amp; Megan Thee Stallion’s anime ventures. PLUS, we react to One Piece's live-action take on Tony Tony Chopper and pick which manga they think would've been HUGE if it got an anime.

My Dress-Up Darling Season 2, Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 4 and More Anime to Stream on Crunchyroll

My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 will begin airing in Japan on July 5 at 24:00 JST

Megan Thee Stallion Will Drop An Anime Series On Amazon Prime Video

Death Stranding Anime in the Works According to Hideo Kojima

Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Anime Premieres on July 19

Live-Action One Piece Season 2 Trailer Introduces Chopper Ahead of 2026 Premiere

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect's boys all gather to break down CCXP Mexico 2025 as well as Hideo Kojima &amp; Megan Thee Stallion’s anime ventures. PLUS, we react to One Piece's live-action take on Tony Tony Chopper and pick which manga they think would've been HUGE if it got an anime.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/5/31/my-dress-up-darling-season-2-rent-a-girlfriend-season-4-more-anime-stream-crunchyroll"><u>My Dress-Up Darling Season 2, Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 4 and More Anime to Stream on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/6/2/my-dress-up-darling-season-2-anime-july-5-release-date-visual"><u>My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 will begin airing in Japan on July 5 at 24:00 JST</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultassi/2025/05/31/megan-thee-stallion-will-drop-an-anime-series-on-amazon-prime-video/"><u>Megan Thee Stallion Will Drop An Anime Series On Amazon Prime Video</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/28/death-stranding-anime-in-the-works-according-to-hideo-kojima"><u>Death Stranding Anime in the Works According to Hideo Kojima</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/6/1/kaiju-no-8-season-2-anime-july-19-release-date-key-visual"><u>Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Anime Premieres on July 19</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/6/1/one-piece-season-2-live-action-trailer-chopper-2026-premiere"><u>Live-Action One Piece Season 2 Trailer Introduces Chopper Ahead of 2026 Premiere</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>The 2025 Anime Awards Were a Victory Lap for Solo Leveling &amp; More | 66</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is breaking down the best moments and biggest winners from the 2025 Anime Awards, like Solo Leveling taking home Anime of the Year and more! We're talking about Kacey Musgraves’s Sailor Moon look, the event's new categories, and so much more.

Anime Awards 2025 Winners: Anime of the Year and Full List

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>The 2025 Anime Awards Were a Victory Lap for Solo Leveling &amp; More</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:episode>66</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is breaking down the best moments and biggest winners from the 2025 Anime Awards, like Solo Leveling taking home Anime of the Year and more! We're talking about Kacey Musgraves’s Sailor Moon look, the event's new categories, and so much more.

Anime Awards 2025 Winners: Anime of the Year and Full List

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/24/anime-awards-2025-winners-list"><u>Anime Awards 2025 Winners: Anime of the Year and Full List</u></a></p>
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<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Dragon Ball Crocs Are Real &amp; We Need to Talk About It | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is going all in on Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- season 4, Laid-Back Camp's 10th anniversary, and a sick Dragon Ball x Crocs collab. THEN, we’re recommending anime that surprised us this season and exploring the world of VTubers.

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4 Anime Premieres in 2026

Laid-Back Camp Manga Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Special Exhibition

Texas Rangers MLB Team Hosts JUJUTSU KAISEN Night with Official Anime Jerseys

D.N.Angel Anime Series Now Available on Crunchyroll

Dragon Ball Z Crocs Return in Frieza and Cell Styles

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <itunes:title>Dragon Ball Crocs Are Real &amp; We Need to Talk About It</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is going all in on Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- season 4, Laid-Back Camp's 10th anniversary, and a sick Dragon Ball x Crocs collab. THEN, we’re recommending anime that surprised us this season and exploring the world of VTubers.

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4 Anime Premieres in 2026

Laid-Back Camp Manga Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Special Exhibition

Texas Rangers MLB Team Hosts JUJUTSU KAISEN Night with Official Anime Jerseys

D.N.Angel Anime Series Now Available on Crunchyroll

Dragon Ball Z Crocs Return in Frieza and Cell Styles

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/24/re-zero-starting-life-in-another-world-season-4-anime-2026-release-date-teaser-visual"><u>Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4 Anime Premieres in 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/24/laid-back-camp-manga-10th-anniversary-special-exhibition"><u>Laid-Back Camp Manga Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Special Exhibition</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/21/texas-rangers-mlb-team-hosts-jujutsu-kaisen-night-with-official-anime-jerseys"><u>Texas Rangers MLB Team Hosts JUJUTSU KAISEN Night with Official Anime Jerseys</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/5/21/dnangel-anime-series-now-available-on-crunchyroll"><u>D.N.Angel Anime Series Now Available on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/21/dragon-ball-z-crocs-frieza-cell"><u>Dragon Ball Z Crocs Return in Frieza and Cell Styles</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Mori Calliope Wants Your Soul &amp; Dreams of Making the Ultimate Anime OP | 65</title>
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Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Mori Calliope Wants Your Soul &amp; Dreams of Making the Ultimate Anime OP</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Rapping Reaper, the collector of souls, Mori Calliope, is HERE! on The Anime Effect! She’s sharing her hololive journey, the anime she’d kill to write a song for, and she even reveals whose team she’s on: Kendrick or Drake! 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Kingdom Hearts Throwbacks, Death Note’s Return &amp; Cute Anime Boy Recs | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect enjoys a blast from the past, discussing an update from Kingdom Hearts IV! Then, they share the latest from the Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus, the return of Death Note: The Musical, a special Converse x Naruto Shippuden collab, and more. Plus, we’re recommending “cute boys doing cute things” anime because obviously.

Kingdom Hearts IV Screenshots Offer Fresh Signs of Life

Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus Anime Premieres on July 5

Dragon Ball DAIMA, Solo Leveling Season 2 and More Nominated for 2025 Astra Awards

The Anime Effect was named Best New Podcast at 2025 Digiday Media Awards

Death Note: The Musical to Hold 10th Anniversary Performance in Tokyo

Converse x Naruto Shippuden Chuck Taylor All Stars Launch May 22

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Kingdom Hearts Throwbacks, Death Note’s Return &amp; Cute Anime Boy Recs</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect enjoys a blast from the past, discussing an update from Kingdom Hearts IV! Then, they share the latest from the Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus, the return of Death Note: The Musical, a special Converse x Naruto Shippuden collab, and more. Plus, we’re recommending “cute boys doing cute things” anime because obviously.

Kingdom Hearts IV Screenshots Offer Fresh Signs of Life

Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus Anime Premieres on July 5

Dragon Ball DAIMA, Solo Leveling Season 2 and More Nominated for 2025 Astra Awards

The Anime Effect was named Best New Podcast at 2025 Digiday Media Awards

Death Note: The Musical to Hold 10th Anniversary Performance in Tokyo

Converse x Naruto Shippuden Chuck Taylor All Stars Launch May 22

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect enjoys a blast from the past, discussing an update from Kingdom Hearts IV! Then, they share the latest from the Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus, the return of Death Note: The Musical, a special Converse x Naruto Shippuden collab, and more. Plus, we’re recommending “cute boys doing cute things” anime because obviously.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/15/kingdom-hearts-iv-screenshots"><u>Kingdom Hearts IV Screenshots Offer Fresh Signs of Life</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/18/rascal-does-not-dream-of-santa-claus-anime-release-date-trailer-key-visual"><u>Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus Anime Premieres on July 5</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/17/dragon-ball-daima-solo-leveling-2025-astra-awards"><u>Dragon Ball DAIMA, Solo Leveling Season 2 and More Nominated for 2025 Astra Awards</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://digiday.com/media/bbc-studios-nbcuniversal-and-genius-are-2025-digiday-media-awards-winners/"><u>The Anime Effect was named Best New Podcast at 2025 Digiday Media Awards</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/16/death-note-the-musical-10th-anniversary-performance-tokyo-november"><u>Death Note: The Musical to Hold 10th Anniversary Performance in Tokyo</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/16/converse-naruto-shippuden-chuck-taylor-all-stars-release-date"><u>Converse x Naruto Shippuden Chuck Taylor All Stars Launch May 22</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Ado on One Piece Film Red, Vocaloid Music &amp; the Anime That Started It All | 64</title>
      <description>J-Pop star Ado is on The Anime Effect, and she’s sharing her gateway anime, the reason she will never stop talking about vocaloid music, her experience performing music for One Piece Film Red, and how she launched her career on a 3DS. Don’t miss this unique conversation with Ado!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Ado on One Piece Film Red, Vocaloid Music &amp; the Anime That Started It All</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>64</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>J-Pop star Ado is on The Anime Effect, and she’s sharing her gateway anime, the reason she will never stop talking about vocaloid music, her experience performing music for One Piece Film Red, and how she launched her career on a 3DS. Don’t miss this unique conversation with Ado!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>We Tried Picking the Best Spring '25 Anime Songs &amp; It Got Messy | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is chatty this week as its hosts talk: the latest Anime Awards 2025 updates, the upcoming Godzilla x Kong: Supernova movie, In the Clear Moonlit Dusk's anime, and more. PLUS, we reveal our favorite spring 2025 anime season openers and endings because the competition was fierce.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>We Tried Picking the Best Spring '25 Anime Songs &amp; It Got Messy</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>64</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is chatty this week as its hosts talk: the latest Anime Awards 2025 updates, the upcoming Godzilla x Kong: Supernova movie, In the Clear Moonlit Dusk's anime, and more. PLUS, we reveal our favorite spring 2025 anime season openers and endings because the competition was fierce.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Critical Role's Matthew Mercer Crafts His Ultimate Anime Adventure Party | 63</title>
      <description>Critical Role's Matthew Mercer is high rolling with The Anime Effect! He's going behind-the-scenes with his most iconic anime roles, disclosing his best DM tips, and sorting several characters he’s played into DnD classes.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Critical Role's Matthew Mercer Crafts His Ultimate Anime Adventure Party</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Critical Role's Matthew Mercer is high rolling with The Anime Effect! He's going behind-the-scenes with his most iconic anime roles, disclosing his best DM tips, and sorting several characters he’s played into DnD classes.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Critical Role's Matthew Mercer is high rolling with The Anime Effect! He's going behind-the-scenes with his most iconic anime roles, disclosing his best DM tips, and sorting several characters he’s played into DnD classes.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>What’s the Funniest Anime? We’re Taking Comedy to Court | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is sharing the latest anime headlines, discussing the new film Scarlet, the Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train re-release, Link Click season 3, the latest Umamusume: Pretty Derby game, and some new Haikyu!! &amp; Gundam merch.

Crunchyroll News Puzzles

Mamoru Hosoda's New Film Scarlet Reveals Teaser Trailer, Visual, Announces November 21 Release Date

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train 4K Re-Release Tickets Now on Sale

Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Sneak Peek Attached to Mugen Train Re-Release

Link Click Season 3 to Premiere in 2026

The Quintessential Quintuplets Dungeon RPG Revealed for Consoles

Umamusume: Pretty Derby Game Sets English Launch Date on Mobile, PC

Haikyu!! Team Cardigans Come to Life in New Steady Hands Collection

7-Eleven Japan Now Has Its Own Gundam Model Kit

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>What’s the Funniest Anime? We’re Taking Comedy to Court </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is sharing the latest anime headlines, discussing the new film Scarlet, the Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train re-release, Link Click season 3, the latest Umamusume: Pretty Derby game, and some new Haikyu!! &amp; Gundam merch.

Crunchyroll News Puzzles

Mamoru Hosoda's New Film Scarlet Reveals Teaser Trailer, Visual, Announces November 21 Release Date

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train 4K Re-Release Tickets Now on Sale

Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Sneak Peek Attached to Mugen Train Re-Release

Link Click Season 3 to Premiere in 2026

The Quintessential Quintuplets Dungeon RPG Revealed for Consoles

Umamusume: Pretty Derby Game Sets English Launch Date on Mobile, PC

Haikyu!! Team Cardigans Come to Life in New Steady Hands Collection

7-Eleven Japan Now Has Its Own Gundam Model Kit

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/quizzes/2025/5/5/anime-crosswords-puzzles-vol-1"><u>Crunchyroll News Puzzles</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/29/mamoru-hosoda-new-film-scarlet--teaser-trailer-visual-november-21-release-date"><u>Mamoru Hosoda's New Film Scarlet Reveals Teaser Trailer, Visual, Announces November 21 Release Date</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/4/30/demon-slayer-mugen-train-movie-4k-re-release-tickets-now-on-sale"><u>Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train 4K Re-Release Tickets Now on Sale</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/4/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-first-movie-sneak-peek-announced-mugen-train-anime-film"><u>Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Sneak Peek Attached to Mugen Train Re-Release</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/30/link-click-season-3-to-premiere-in-2026"><u>Link Click Season 3 to Premiere in 2026</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/5/the-quintessential-quintuplets-dungeon-rpg-revealed-for-consoles"><u>The Quintessential Quintuplets Dungeon RPG Revealed for Consoles</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/27/umamusume-pretty-derby-mobile-game-english-launch-date"><u>Umamusume: Pretty Derby Game Sets English Launch Date on Mobile, PC</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/4/haikyu-team-cardigans-steady-hands-collection"><u>Haikyu!! Team Cardigans Come to Life in New Steady Hands Collection</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/5/5/7-11-japan-gundam-model-kit"><u>7-Eleven Japan Now Has Its Own Gundam Model Kit</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>WNBA All-Star Diamond DeShields Believes in the Healing Power of Anime | 62</title>
      <description>WNBA All-Star Diamond DeShields is on The Anime Effect to share how anime helped her heal after spinal surgery that almost immobilized her, and to draft her own anime basketball team. You do not want to miss it!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>WNBA All-Star Diamond DeShields Believes in the Healing Power of Anime</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>62</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>WNBA All-Star Diamond DeShields is on The Anime Effect to share how anime helped her heal after spinal surgery that almost immobilized her, and to draft her own anime basketball team. You do not want to miss it!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>WNBA All-Star Diamond DeShields is on <em>The Anime Effect</em> to share how anime helped her heal after spinal surgery that almost immobilized her, and to draft her own anime basketball team. You do not want to miss it!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>These Anime Only Need 1 Season to Win You Over, We Promise | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect hosts reunite to discuss all the anime news this week, like DAN DA DAN season 2's new villain EVIL EYE, Look Back’s big award win, and the manga collabs from Converse &amp; UNIQLO, including Doraemon and Nana. PLUS, we’re recommending our favorite anime that only needed one season to reel us in!

DAN DA DAN Season 2 Anime Debuts New Trailer

Look Back Anime Film Wins Best Animation Award at Japan Movie Critics Awards

Neon Genesis Evangelion Concert Featuring Yoko Takahashi Heads to North America

Giant Evangelion Statue Unveiled in Real-Life Village-3

Doraemon and Converse Team up for Trio of Anniversary Sneakers

Ai Yazawa x UNIQLO T-Shirt Collab Features Fresh New Nana Manga Art 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>These Anime Only Need 1 Season to Win You Over, We Promise </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect hosts reunite to discuss all the anime news this week, like DAN DA DAN season 2's new villain EVIL EYE, Look Back’s big award win, and the manga collabs from Converse &amp; UNIQLO, including Doraemon and Nana. PLUS, we’re recommending our favorite anime that only needed one season to reel us in!

DAN DA DAN Season 2 Anime Debuts New Trailer

Look Back Anime Film Wins Best Animation Award at Japan Movie Critics Awards

Neon Genesis Evangelion Concert Featuring Yoko Takahashi Heads to North America

Giant Evangelion Statue Unveiled in Real-Life Village-3

Doraemon and Converse Team up for Trio of Anniversary Sneakers

Ai Yazawa x UNIQLO T-Shirt Collab Features Fresh New Nana Manga Art 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect hosts reunite to discuss all the anime news this week, like DAN DA DAN season 2's new villain EVIL EYE, Look Back’s big award win, and the manga collabs from Converse &amp; UNIQLO, including Doraemon and Nana. PLUS, we’re recommending our favorite anime that only needed one season to reel us in!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/26/dandadan-season-2-anime-debuts-new-trailer"><u>DAN DA DAN Season 2 Anime Debuts New Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/24/look-back-anime-film-best-animation-award-34th-japan-movie-critics-awards"><u>Look Back Anime Film Wins Best Animation Award at Japan Movie Critics Awards</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/28/neon-genesis-evangelion-concert-yoko-takahashi-north-america"><u>Neon Genesis Evangelion Concert Featuring Yoko Takahashi Heads to North America</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/24/evangelion-unit-01-real-life-statue-hamamatsu-city-hall"><u>Giant Evangelion Statue Unveiled in Real-Life Village-3</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/22/doraemon-converse-anniversary-sneakers"><u>Doraemon and Converse Team up for Trio of Anniversary Sneakers</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/28/ai-yazawa-x-uniqlo-t-shirt-collab-features-fresh-new-nana-art"><u>Ai Yazawa x UNIQLO T-Shirt Collab Features Fresh New Nana Manga Art </u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Is There a Right Way to Be an Anime Fan? VTuber Matara Kan Weighs In | 61</title>
      <description>VTuber Matara Kan joins The Anime Effect to recount their journey from a hardcore anime fan to a casual watcher and back. Is there a right way to be an anime fan? Tune in to find out!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Is There a Right Way to Be an Anime Fan? VTuber Matara Kan Weighs In </itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>VTuber Matara Kan joins The Anime Effect to recount their journey from a hardcore anime fan to a casual watcher and back. Is there a right way to be an anime fan? Tune in to find out!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>VTuber Matara Kan joins The Anime Effect to recount their journey from a hardcore anime fan to a casual watcher and back. Is there a right way to be an anime fan? Tune in to find out!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>These Are the Anime Finales We’re Still Emotionally Dodging | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect hosts are outing themselves this week as they reveal the manga &amp; anime they won't finish because they REFUSE to say goodbye. But first, the gang discusses the return of Mugen Train to theaters, All Might’s new look in My Hero Academia, the Star Wars: Visions expansion, and more.

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train North America Re-Release Announced Starting May 14

My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Anime Suits Up in Armored All Might Visual

My Hero Academia: You're Next Anime Movie Now Available on Crunchyroll

Kenji Kamiyama’s Star Wars: Visions Short the Ninth Jedi Expands to Limited Series

Kingdom Season 6 Anime Announced for October 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>These Are the Anime Finales We’re Still Emotionally Dodging </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect hosts are outing themselves this week as they reveal the manga &amp; anime they won't finish because they REFUSE to say goodbye. But first, the gang discusses the return of Mugen Train to theaters, All Might’s new look in My Hero Academia, the Star Wars: Visions expansion, and more.

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train North America Re-Release Announced Starting May 14

My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Anime Suits Up in Armored All Might Visual

My Hero Academia: You're Next Anime Movie Now Available on Crunchyroll

Kenji Kamiyama’s Star Wars: Visions Short the Ninth Jedi Expands to Limited Series

Kingdom Season 6 Anime Announced for October 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/4/21/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-mugen-train-movie-united-states-canada-may-14"><u>Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train North America Re-Release Announced Starting May 14</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/16/my-hero-academia-final-season-anime-armored-all-might-visual"><u>My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Anime Suits Up in Armored All Might Visual</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/4/21/my-hero-academia-youre-next-anime-movie-stream-crunchyroll"><u>My Hero Academia: You're Next Anime Movie Now Available on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/21/kenji-kamiyama-star-wars-visions-the-ninth-jedi-limited-series"><u>Kenji Kamiyama’s Star Wars: Visions Short the Ninth Jedi Expands to Limited Series</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/17/kingdom-season-6-anime-announced-october-2025"><u>Kingdom Season 6 Anime Announced for October 2025</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Fortnite Collab Dreams and Isekai Schemes w/ Anime Stan mxmtoon | 60</title>
      <description>Singer-songwriter mxmtoon (aka Maia) is on The Anime Effect to share which anime characters she thinks would love her music, why she loves isekai anime, her dream Fortnite collab, and so much more!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Singer-songwriter mxmtoon (aka Maia) is on The Anime Effect to share which anime characters she thinks would love her music, why she loves isekai anime, her dream Fortnite collab, and so much more!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Singer-songwriter mxmtoon (aka Maia) is on The Anime Effect to share which anime characters she thinks would love her music, why she loves isekai anime, her dream Fortnite collab, and so much more!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>JoJo’s Back, Ghost in the Shell Returns &amp; Slow-Burn Anime Picks | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect has plenty to talk about this week! From the newest installment of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: STEEL BALL RUN to THE GHOST IN THE SHELL’s new anime, we have all the latest anime &amp; gaming news right here. PLUS, the hosts recommend anime with slow starts!

STEEL BALL RUN JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Anime Announced

THE GHOST IN THE SHELL TV Anime Reveals New Trailer, Visual

Mobile Suit Gundam: THE ORIGIN Deluxe Edition Manga Announced for Fall 2025

Lycoris Recoil -Friends are thieves of time.- Short Anime Streams on Crunchyroll Starting April 16

My Happy Marriage Renews Its Vows with New Anime Announcement

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>JoJo’s Back, Ghost in the Shell Returns &amp; Slow-Burn Anime Picks</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect has plenty to talk about this week! From the newest installment of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: STEEL BALL RUN to THE GHOST IN THE SHELL’s new anime, we have all the latest anime &amp; gaming news right here. PLUS, the hosts recommend anime with slow starts!

STEEL BALL RUN JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Anime Announced

THE GHOST IN THE SHELL TV Anime Reveals New Trailer, Visual

Mobile Suit Gundam: THE ORIGIN Deluxe Edition Manga Announced for Fall 2025

Lycoris Recoil -Friends are thieves of time.- Short Anime Streams on Crunchyroll Starting April 16

My Happy Marriage Renews Its Vows with New Anime Announcement

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect has plenty to talk about this week! From the newest installment of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: STEEL BALL RUN to THE GHOST IN THE SHELL’s new anime, we have all the latest anime &amp; gaming news right here. PLUS, the hosts recommend anime with slow starts!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/12/steel-ball-run-jojos-bizarre-adventure-anime-announced"><u>STEEL BALL RUN JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Anime Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/12/the-ghost-in-the-shell-tv-anime-new-trailer-visual"><u>THE GHOST IN THE SHELL TV Anime Reveals New Trailer, Visual</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/7/mobile-suit-gundam-the-origin-deluxe-edition-manga-kodansha"><u>Mobile Suit Gundam: THE ORIGIN Deluxe Edition Manga Announced for Fall 2025</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/4/14/lycoris-recoil-short-anime-april-16-stream-crunchyroll"><u>Lycoris Recoil -Friends are thieves of time.- Short Anime Streams on Crunchyroll Starting April 16</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/9/my-happy-marriage-new-anime-announced"><u>My Happy Marriage Renews Its Vows with New Anime Announcement</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>The Last of Us Star Troy Baker Talks Joel, Never Playing a Villain &amp; ‘90s Anime | 59</title>
      <description>Troy Baker is Joel in The Last of Us, and he’s now on The Anime Effect! Troy shares how being a father has shaped his view of Joel, his potential involvement in The Last of Us season 2, how Chris Sabat (literally) drove him into the world of anime dubbing, and teases his upcoming projects.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>The Last of Us Star Troy Baker Talks Joel, Never Playing a Villain &amp; ‘90s Anime</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Troy Baker is Joel in The Last of Us, and he’s now on The Anime Effect! Troy shares how being a father has shaped his view of Joel, his potential involvement in The Last of Us season 2, how Chris Sabat (literally) drove him into the world of anime dubbing, and teases his upcoming projects.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Troy Baker is Joel in <em>The Last of Us</em>, and he’s now on <em>The Anime Effect</em>! Troy shares how being a father has shaped his view of Joel, his potential involvement in The Last of Us season 2, how Chris Sabat (literally) drove him into the world of anime dubbing, and teases his upcoming projects.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Nintendo Switch 2 Reactions, DAN DA DAN News &amp; 60-Second Anime Pitches | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect's hosts FINALLY share their thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, DAN DA DAN season 2, and more. PLUS, the hosts attempt to convince each other, in 60 seconds or less, to watch anime they wouldn’t normally go for. 

Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Date, Pricing and Games Revealed

DAN DA DAN Season 2 Release Date, Visual, Evil Eye Cast Revealed

DAN DA DAN Manga Passes 10 Million Copies in Print

Gundam Wing 30th Anniversary Project Launches with Website and New Art Book

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Anime TV Specials Now Available Exclusively on Crunchyroll

Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! Season 2 Anime Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Nintendo Switch 2 Reactions, DAN DA DAN News &amp; 60-Second Anime Pitches</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect's hosts FINALLY share their thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, DAN DA DAN season 2, and more. PLUS, the hosts attempt to convince each other, in 60 seconds or less, to watch anime they wouldn’t normally go for. 

Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Date, Pricing and Games Revealed

DAN DA DAN Season 2 Release Date, Visual, Evil Eye Cast Revealed

DAN DA DAN Manga Passes 10 Million Copies in Print

Gundam Wing 30th Anniversary Project Launches with Website and New Art Book

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Anime TV Specials Now Available Exclusively on Crunchyroll

Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! Season 2 Anime Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect's hosts FINALLY share their thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, DAN DA DAN season 2, and more. PLUS, the hosts attempt to convince each other, in 60 seconds or less, to watch anime they wouldn’t normally go for. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/2/nintendo-switch-2-launch-date-price-metroid-zelda-pokemon"><u>Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Date, Pricing and Games Revealed</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/3/dan-da-dan-season-2-release-date-visual-new-cast"><u>DAN DA DAN Season 2 Release Date, Visual, Evil Eye Cast Revealed</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/1/dandadan-manga-10-million-copies-in-print-accolades-trailer"><u>DAN DA DAN Manga Passes 10 Million Copies in Print</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/1/gundam-wing-anime-30th-anniversary-project"><u>Gundam Wing 30th Anniversary Project Launches with Website and New Art Book</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/4/6/demon-slayer-anime-specials-now-available-on-crunchyroll"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Anime TV Specials Now Available Exclusively on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/4/6/makeine-too-many-losing-heroines-season-2-anime-announced"><u>Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! Season 2 Anime Announced</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>The Anime Awards 2025 Nominees Are Live &amp; We're Panicking | 58</title>
      <description>The 2025 Anime Awards season starts NOW! The hosts react to the just-released nominee list and reveal which categories they’re most anticipating.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>The Anime Awards 2025 Nominees Are Live &amp; We're Panicking</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>58</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The 2025 Anime Awards season starts NOW! The hosts react to the just-released nominee list and reveal which categories they’re most anticipating.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The 2025 Anime Awards season starts NOW! The hosts react to the just-released nominee list and reveal which categories they’re most anticipating.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Five Minutes At Freddy’s Needs an Anime ASAP | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is talking the latest from Nintendo, Re:ZERO, KONOSUBA, and... Major League Baseball? Then, the hosts recommend anime that go against the norm, read your comments, and talk about Five Nights at Freddy's for way too long!

Nintendo Reveals New Tomodachi Life, Rhythm Heaven Games in Latest Direct

The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Movie Release Date Revealed

MLB Announces Heroes of the Game Anime Project with Director Hiroshi Shimizu

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4 Anime Announced

KONOSUBA -God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! 3 -BONUS STAGE- and More Anime to Stream on Crunchyroll

Shangri-La Frontier Season 3 Anime Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Five Minutes At Freddy’s Needs an Anime ASAP </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is talking the latest from Nintendo, Re:ZERO, KONOSUBA, and... Major League Baseball? Then, the hosts recommend anime that go against the norm, read your comments, and talk about Five Nights at Freddy's for way too long!

Nintendo Reveals New Tomodachi Life, Rhythm Heaven Games in Latest Direct

The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Movie Release Date Revealed

MLB Announces Heroes of the Game Anime Project with Director Hiroshi Shimizu

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4 Anime Announced

KONOSUBA -God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! 3 -BONUS STAGE- and More Anime to Stream on Crunchyroll

Shangri-La Frontier Season 3 Anime Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is talking the latest from Nintendo, Re:ZERO, KONOSUBA, and... Major League Baseball? Then, the hosts recommend anime that go against the norm, read your comments, and talk about Five Nights at Freddy's for way too long!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/27/nintendo-direct-march-2025-tomodachi-life-metroid-prime-4"><u>Nintendo Reveals New Tomodachi Life, Rhythm Heaven Games in Latest Direct</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/28/legend-of-zelda-live-action-movie-release-date"><u>The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Movie Release Date Revealed</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/26/mlb-heroes-of-the-game-anime-project-hiroshi-shimizu"><u>MLB Announces Heroes of the Game Anime Project with Director Hiroshi Shimizu</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/26/re-zero-starting-life-in-another-world-season-4-anime-announced"><u>Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4 Anime Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/3/25/konosuba-season-3-bonus-stage-dekin-no-mogura-the-earthbound-mole-solo-camping-for-two-anime-stream-crunchyroll"><u>KONOSUBA -God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! 3 -BONUS STAGE- and More Anime to Stream on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/30/shangri-la-frontier-season-3-anime-announced"><u>Shangri-La Frontier Season 3 Anime Announced</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Meet the Anime EVERYONE Will Be Watching in Spring 2025 | 57</title>
      <description>Crunchyroll’s Spring 2025 lineup is here! It’s time to finish your current anime watchlist and start a new one because anime like Fire Force, The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes, One Piece, The Beginning After the End, The Apothecary Diaries, and Wind Breaker are releasing new seasons this spring!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Meet the Anime EVERYONE Will Be Watching in Spring 2025 </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>57</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Crunchyroll’s Spring 2025 lineup is here! It’s time to finish your current anime watchlist and start a new one because anime like Fire Force, The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes, One Piece, The Beginning After the End, The Apothecary Diaries, and Wind Breaker are releasing new seasons this spring!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Crunchyroll’s Spring 2025 lineup is here! It’s time to finish your current anime watchlist and start a new one because anime like Fire Force, The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes, One Piece, The Beginning After the End, The Apothecary Diaries, and Wind Breaker are releasing new seasons this spring!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Chainsaw Man, My Hero Academia &amp; More Are Taking Over AnimeJapan 2025 | NEWS</title>
      <description>AnimeJapan 2025 reveals our favorite titles are coming back, so we’re dedicating this episode to those big hits! We're talking Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT, My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON &amp; CITY THE ANIMATION.

DIGIMON BEATBREAK Anime Announced for October 2025

TRIGUN STARGAZE Anime Premieres in 2026, Super Teaser Visual Released

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Anime Film Premieres in Japan on September 19

New PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT Anime Reveals July 2025 Premiere in New Trailer

My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Anime Premieres in October 2025, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

CITY THE ANIMATION Anime Paints the Town Red in 1st Trailer

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Chainsaw Man, My Hero Academia &amp; More Are Taking Over AnimeJapan 2025</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>AnimeJapan 2025 reveals our favorite titles are coming back, so we’re dedicating this episode to those big hits! We're talking Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT, My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON &amp; CITY THE ANIMATION.

DIGIMON BEATBREAK Anime Announced for October 2025

TRIGUN STARGAZE Anime Premieres in 2026, Super Teaser Visual Released

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Anime Film Premieres in Japan on September 19

New PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT Anime Reveals July 2025 Premiere in New Trailer

My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Anime Premieres in October 2025, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

CITY THE ANIMATION Anime Paints the Town Red in 1st Trailer

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>AnimeJapan 2025 reveals our favorite titles are coming back, so we’re dedicating this episode to those big hits! We're talking Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT, My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON &amp; CITY THE ANIMATION.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/20/digimon-beatbreak-anime-announced-october-2025"><u>DIGIMON BEATBREAK Anime Announced for October 2025</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/20/trigun-stargaze-anime-2026-premiere-super-teaser-visual"><u>TRIGUN STARGAZE Anime Premieres in 2026, Super Teaser Visual Released</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/23/chainsaw-man-the-movie-reze-arc-anime-film-september-19-japan-premiere"><u>Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Anime Film Premieres in Japan on September 19</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/22/new-panty-stocking-with-garterbelt-anime-july-2025-premiere-new-character-trailer"><u>New PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT Anime Reveals July 2025 Premiere in New Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/22/my-hero-academia-final-season-october-2025-teaser-trailer-visual-stream-crunchyroll"><u>My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Anime Premieres in October 2025, Will Stream on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/23/city-the-animation-anime-july-6-release-date-trailer-additional-cast"><u>CITY THE ANIMATION Anime Paints the Town Red in 1st Trailer</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Harley Quinn &amp; Kimba the White Lion Finally Enter the Chat (ft Amanda Conner &amp; Jimmy Palmiotti) | 56</title>
      <description>Comic icons Amanda Conner &amp; Jimmy Palmiotti join us to drop The Anime Effect's first-ever Kimba the White Lion nod and detail how they revolutionized Harley Quinn at DC Comics.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Harley Quinn &amp; Kimba the White Lion Finally Enter the Chat (ft Amanda Conner &amp; Jimmy Palmiotti)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>56</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Comic icons Amanda Conner &amp; Jimmy Palmiotti join us to drop The Anime Effect's first-ever Kimba the White Lion nod and detail how they revolutionized Harley Quinn at DC Comics.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Gachiakuta Hype, Dream Anime Adaptations &amp; Surprise Disney Trauma | NEWS</title>
      <description>The anime headlines are NOT missing! The Anime Effect discusses the upcoming Gachiakuta anime Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon, the long-awaited All You Need Is Kill anime, and the manga fans want to see adapted into anime the most. PLUS, we’re discussing the universal trauma inflicted by one of Disney's greatest theme park rides.

Gachiakuta Anime Premieres in July 2025, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon Anime Movie North America Release Dates Announced

Award-Winning All You Need Is Kill Light Novel Gets Anime Film

Tokyo Ghoul Dead by Daylight Crossover Introduces Ken Kaneki as New Killer

Nue's Exorcist Tops AnimeJapan's 'Manga We Want To See Animated Ranking' Poll for 2025

KONOSUBA's Misadventures Will Continue in New Anime Sequel

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Gachiakuta Hype, Dream Anime Adaptations &amp; Surprise Disney Trauma</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The anime headlines are NOT missing! The Anime Effect discusses the upcoming Gachiakuta anime Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon, the long-awaited All You Need Is Kill anime, and the manga fans want to see adapted into anime the most. PLUS, we’re discussing the universal trauma inflicted by one of Disney's greatest theme park rides.

Gachiakuta Anime Premieres in July 2025, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon Anime Movie North America Release Dates Announced

Award-Winning All You Need Is Kill Light Novel Gets Anime Film

Tokyo Ghoul Dead by Daylight Crossover Introduces Ken Kaneki as New Killer

Nue's Exorcist Tops AnimeJapan's 'Manga We Want To See Animated Ranking' Poll for 2025

KONOSUBA's Misadventures Will Continue in New Anime Sequel

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The anime headlines are NOT missing! The Anime Effect discusses the upcoming Gachiakuta anime Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon, the long-awaited All You Need Is Kill anime, and the manga fans want to see adapted into anime the most. PLUS, we’re discussing the universal trauma inflicted by one of Disney's greatest theme park rides.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/14/gachiakuta-anime-july-2025-premiere-stream-crunchyroll"><u>Gachiakuta Anime Premieres in July 2025, Will Stream on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/3/14/kaiju-no-8-mission-recon-anime-movie-north-america-release-dates"><u>Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon Anime Movie North America Release Dates Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/13/all-you-need-is-kill-anime-film-announced"><u>Award-Winning All You Need Is Kill Light Novel Gets Anime Film</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/11/tokyo-ghoul-dead-by-daylight-crossover-ken-kaneki-killer"><u>Tokyo Ghoul Dead by Daylight Crossover Introduces Ken Kaneki as New Killer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/13/animejapan-2025-manga-we-want-to-see-animated-ranking-poll-results"><u>Nue's Exorcist Tops AnimeJapan's 'Manga We Want To See Animated Ranking' Poll for 2025</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/14/konosuba-season-3-anime-sequel-announced"><u>KONOSUBA's Misadventures Will Continue in New Anime Sequel</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>GWAR’s Favorite Anime Might Save Humanity &amp; Heavy Metal | 55</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is joined this week by two legends: Grodius Maximus &amp; Sawborg Destructo of the rock band GWAR! The pair reveals which anime makes them proud of their human creations (us), how anime inspires their music, and more. PLUS, global superstar J Balvin drops in with a surprise message?!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>GWAR’s Favorite Anime Might Save Humanity &amp; Heavy Metal</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>55</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is joined this week by two legends: Grodius Maximus &amp; Sawborg Destructo of the rock band GWAR! The pair reveals which anime makes them proud of their human creations (us), how anime inspires their music, and more. PLUS, global superstar J Balvin drops in with a surprise message?!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is joined this week by two legends: Grodius Maximus &amp; Sawborg Destructo of the rock band GWAR! The pair reveals which anime makes them proud of their human creations (us), how anime inspires their music, and more. PLUS, global superstar J Balvin drops in with a surprise message?!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1733</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Frieren Season 2 Updates, Demon Slayer News &amp; Baby Shark's Anime Chaos | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect shares the show's most exciting headlines yet, from the latest on Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, Monster Hunter Wilds, and the Baby Shark movie. Buckle up!

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 Anime Reveals New Visual, January 2026 Release

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Anime Releases New Main Trailer, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie International Release Dates Announced

MLB x Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Collaboration Revealed with New ufotable Short

Monster Hunter Wilds Sells 8 Million in 3 Days, Breaking Capcom Record

Little Shark's Day Out Anime Movie Reveals 2nd Key Visual, New Characters

Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider Anime Adaptation Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Frieren Season 2 Updates, Demon Slayer News &amp; Baby Shark's Anime Chaos</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect shares the show's most exciting headlines yet, from the latest on Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, Monster Hunter Wilds, and the Baby Shark movie. Buckle up!

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 Anime Reveals New Visual, January 2026 Release

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Anime Releases New Main Trailer, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie International Release Dates Announced

MLB x Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Collaboration Revealed with New ufotable Short

Monster Hunter Wilds Sells 8 Million in 3 Days, Breaking Capcom Record

Little Shark's Day Out Anime Movie Reveals 2nd Key Visual, New Characters

Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider Anime Adaptation Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect shares the show's most exciting headlines yet, from the latest on Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, Monster Hunter Wilds, and the Baby Shark movie. Buckle up!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/5/frieren-beyond-journeys-end-anime-season-2-january-2026-release-date"><u>Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 Anime Reveals New Visual, January 2026 Release</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/10/my-hero-academia-vigilantes-anime-stream-crunchyroll-new-main-trailer"><u>My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Anime Releases New Main Trailer, Will Stream on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/3/5/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-first-movie-international-release-dates"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie International Release Dates Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/5/mlb-x-demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-collaboration-ufotable-short"><u>MLB x Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Collaboration Revealed with New ufotable Short</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/4/monster-hunter-wilds-sales"><u>Monster Hunter Wilds Sells 8 Million in 3 Days, Breaking Capcom Record</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/8/little-sharks-day-out-anime-movie-second-key-visual-new-characters"><u>Little Shark's Day Out Anime Movie Reveals 2nd Key Visual, New Characters</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/7/tojima-wants-to-be-a-kamen-rider-anime-adaptation-announced"><u>Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider Anime Adaptation Announced</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>NFL Star Jermaine Eluemunor Will Never Pause This Anime (We Approve) | 54</title>
      <description>We’ve found another anime fan in the NFL: The New York Giants’ Jermaine Eluemunor! He’s sharing his anime ranking system for anime (his watchlist is endless!), the show he refuses to pause, and how he’s training to be a demon slayer?

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>NFL Star Jermaine Eluemunor Will Never Pause This Anime (We Approve)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>54</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>We’ve found another anime fan in the NFL: The New York Giants’ Jermaine Eluemunor! He’s sharing his anime ranking system for anime (his watchlist is endless!), the show he refuses to pause, and how he’s training to be a demon slayer?

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>We’ve found another anime fan in the NFL: The New York Giants’ Jermaine Eluemunor! He’s sharing his anime ranking system for anime (his watchlist is endless!), the show he refuses to pause, and how he’s training to be a demon slayer?</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1624</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle FINALLY Gets a Release Date | NEWS</title>
      <description>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba has blessed The Anime Effect with Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle updates! PLUS, the hosts break down the news out of Pokémon Day, the latest updates on Haikyu!!, the Cowboy Bebop x Fortnite collab, and more.

Pokémon Day Comes to a Close With New Pokémon Legends: Z-A Trailer

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Premieres July 18 in Japan

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Release Date Revealed

Haikyu!! 2nd Anime Film Reveals First Teaser Trailer and Art

Cowboy Bebop Fortnite Collab Delivers Themed Outfits, Quests

Lazarus TV Anime Debuts on April 5 on Adult Swim

Luffy Dunks On Marines in One Piece x LA Lakers Anime Short

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle FINALLY Gets a Release Date</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba has blessed The Anime Effect with Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle updates! PLUS, the hosts break down the news out of Pokémon Day, the latest updates on Haikyu!!, the Cowboy Bebop x Fortnite collab, and more.

Pokémon Day Comes to a Close With New Pokémon Legends: Z-A Trailer

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Premieres July 18 in Japan

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Release Date Revealed

Haikyu!! 2nd Anime Film Reveals First Teaser Trailer and Art

Cowboy Bebop Fortnite Collab Delivers Themed Outfits, Quests

Lazarus TV Anime Debuts on April 5 on Adult Swim

Luffy Dunks On Marines in One Piece x LA Lakers Anime Short

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba has blessed The Anime Effect with Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle updates! PLUS, the hosts break down the news out of Pokémon Day, the latest updates on Haikyu!!, the Cowboy Bebop x Fortnite collab, and more.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/27/pokemon-day-presents-2025-round-up"><u>Pokémon Day Comes to a Close With New Pokémon Legends: Z-A Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/1/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-first-movie-premieres-july-18-in-japan"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Premieres July 18 in Japan</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/1/demon-slayer-hinokami-chronicles-2-release-date"><u>Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Release Date Revealed</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/2/haikyu-2nd-anime-film-reveals-teaser-trailer-and-teaser-art"><u>Haikyu!! 2nd Anime Film Reveals First Teaser Trailer and Art</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/27/cowboy-bebop-fortnite-collab-delivers-themed-outfits-quests"><u>Cowboy Bebop Fortnite Collab Delivers Themed Outfits, Quests</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/27/lazarus-anime-april-5-adult-swim"><u>Lazarus TV Anime Debuts on April 5 on Adult Swim</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/3/1/one-piece-la-lakers-anime-short"><u>Luffy Dunks On Marines in One Piece x LA Lakers Anime Short</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Our Top 10 Anime Picks of All Time Might Surprise You | 53</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect celebrates its first birthday! The hosts reminisce on their favorite guests and review some of the show's long-running inside jokes. PLUS, we share our 10 favorite anime shows of all time...!

Pokémon Day Presentation Confirmed for February 27    

The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn't a Guy at All Anime Adaptation Announced 

One   Piece Returns to Fenway Park for Another Boston Red Sox Collab    

Inu-Oh   Director Masaaki Yuasa Opens New Anime Studio    

Magic:   The Gathering Final Fantasy Cards Showcase Art from Entire Series 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Our Top 10 Anime Picks of All Time Might Surprise You</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>53</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect celebrates its first birthday! The hosts reminisce on their favorite guests and review some of the show's long-running inside jokes. PLUS, we share our 10 favorite anime shows of all time...!

Pokémon Day Presentation Confirmed for February 27    

The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn't a Guy at All Anime Adaptation Announced 

One   Piece Returns to Fenway Park for Another Boston Red Sox Collab    

Inu-Oh   Director Masaaki Yuasa Opens New Anime Studio    

Magic:   The Gathering Final Fantasy Cards Showcase Art from Entire Series 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect celebrates its first birthday! The hosts reminisce on their favorite guests and review some of the show's long-running inside jokes. PLUS, we share our 10 favorite anime shows of all time...!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/20/pokemon-day-presentation-confirmed-february-27-2025">Pokémon Day Presentation Confirmed for February 27  </a>  </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/20/the-guy-she-was-interested-in-wasnt-a-guy-at-all-anime-adaptation-announced">The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn't a Guy at All Anime Adaptation Announced </a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/18/one-piece-boston-red-sox-collab">One   Piece Returns to Fenway Park for Another Boston Red Sox Collab </a>   </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/18/masaaki-yuasa-new-tokyo-anime-studio-ame-pippin">Inu-Oh   Director Masaaki Yuasa Opens New Anime Studio </a>   </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/19/magic-the-gathering-final-fantasy-cards-first-look">Magic:   The Gathering Final Fantasy Cards Showcase Art from Entire Series </a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Pokémon Day Predictions &amp; Final Fantasy Joins Magic: The Gathering | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is predicting what could be announced on Pokémon Day, but will they be right? They also discuss The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn't a Guy at All anime, a new One Piece collab, and the incredible Magic: The Gathering x Final Fantasy collection. Hear it all here first!

Pokémon Day Presentation Confirmed for February 27

The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn't a Guy at All Anime Adaptation Announced

One Piece Returns to Fenway Park for Another Boston Red Sox Collab

Inu-Oh Director Masaaki Yuasa Opens New Anime Studio

Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy Cards Showcase Art from Entire Series

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Pokémon Day Predictions &amp; Final Fantasy Joins Magic: The Gathering</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is predicting what could be announced on Pokémon Day, but will they be right? They also discuss The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn't a Guy at All anime, a new One Piece collab, and the incredible Magic: The Gathering x Final Fantasy collection. Hear it all here first!

Pokémon Day Presentation Confirmed for February 27

The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn't a Guy at All Anime Adaptation Announced

One Piece Returns to Fenway Park for Another Boston Red Sox Collab

Inu-Oh Director Masaaki Yuasa Opens New Anime Studio

Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy Cards Showcase Art from Entire Series

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is predicting what could be announced on Pokémon Day, but will they be right? They also discuss The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn't a Guy at All anime, a new One Piece collab, and the incredible Magic: The Gathering x Final Fantasy collection. Hear it all here first!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/20/pokemon-day-presentation-confirmed-february-27-2025"><u>Pokémon Day Presentation Confirmed for February 27</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/20/the-guy-she-was-interested-in-wasnt-a-guy-at-all-anime-adaptation-announced"><u>The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn't a Guy at All Anime Adaptation Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/18/one-piece-boston-red-sox-collab"><u>One Piece Returns to Fenway Park for Another Boston Red Sox Collab</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/18/masaaki-yuasa-new-tokyo-anime-studio-ame-pippin"><u>Inu-Oh Director Masaaki Yuasa Opens New Anime Studio</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/19/magic-the-gathering-final-fantasy-cards-first-look"><u>Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy Cards Showcase Art from Entire Series</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Fairy Tail's Creator Talks Favorite Characters, Sequel Plans &amp; More (ft Hiro Mashima)| 52</title>
      <description>The creator of Fairy Tail, Hiro Mashima, is on The Anime Effect! He’s sharing who his favorite Fairy Tail characters are, how FAIRY TAIL 100 YEARS QUEST came to be, and so much more! PLUS, the hosts reveal their favorite magical girl anime and their favorite ways anime love interests are introduced!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Fairy Tail's Creator Talks Favorite Characters, Sequel Plans &amp; More (ft Hiro Mashima)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>52</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The creator of Fairy Tail, Hiro Mashima, is on The Anime Effect! He’s sharing who his favorite Fairy Tail characters are, how FAIRY TAIL 100 YEARS QUEST came to be, and so much more! PLUS, the hosts reveal their favorite magical girl anime and their favorite ways anime love interests are introduced!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The creator of Fairy Tail, Hiro Mashima, is on The Anime Effect! He’s sharing who his favorite Fairy Tail characters are, how FAIRY TAIL 100 YEARS QUEST came to be, and so much more! PLUS, the hosts reveal their favorite magical girl anime and their favorite ways anime love interests are introduced!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Bocchi the Rock! Season 2 Is on the Way, This Is NOT a Drill | NEWS</title>
      <description>Who else is excited for BOCCHI THE ROCK! season 2?! The Anime Effect is here with the latest news on Bocchi, as well as the new Digimon RPG and Dragon Ball DAIMA. The hosts also discuss LiSA’s North American tour and make a helpful character guide for The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You.

BOCCHI THE ROCK! Season 2 Announced

New Digimon Story RPG and More Revealed in Latest PlayStation Showcase

Dragon Ball DAIMA Final Episode to Air on February 28

LiSA Announces North America Tour “Another Great Day” (UPDATED)

The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You Character Guide

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Bocchi the Rock! Season 2 Is on the Way, This Is NOT a Drill</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Who else is excited for BOCCHI THE ROCK! season 2?! The Anime Effect is here with the latest news on Bocchi, as well as the new Digimon RPG and Dragon Ball DAIMA. The hosts also discuss LiSA’s North American tour and make a helpful character guide for The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You.

BOCCHI THE ROCK! Season 2 Announced

New Digimon Story RPG and More Revealed in Latest PlayStation Showcase

Dragon Ball DAIMA Final Episode to Air on February 28

LiSA Announces North America Tour “Another Great Day” (UPDATED)

The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You Character Guide

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Who else is excited for BOCCHI THE ROCK! season 2?! The Anime Effect is here with the latest news on Bocchi, as well as the new Digimon RPG and Dragon Ball DAIMA. The hosts also discuss LiSA’s North American tour and make a helpful character guide for The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/15/bocchi-the-rock-season-2-announced"><u>BOCCHI THE ROCK! Season 2 Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/13/new-digimon-story-rpg-playstation-state-of-play"><u>New Digimon Story RPG and More Revealed in Latest PlayStation Showcase</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/7/dragon-ball-daima-final-episode-release-date"><u>Dragon Ball DAIMA Final Episode to Air on February 28</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/2/6/lisa-north-america-tour-another-great-day-crunchyroll"><u>LiSA Announces North America Tour “Another Great Day” (UPDATED)</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/guides/2025/2/12/the-100-girlfriends-anime-characters"><u>The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You Character Guide</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Hazbin Hotel's Kimiko Glenn Reveals Which Top-Tier Anime Raised Her | 51 </title>
      <description>Hazbin Hotel's Kimiko Glenn joins The Anime Effect to bless us with her angelic voice and reveal how Baby Shark inspired her Nifty voice. PLUS, the actress teases the secretive production of Spider-Verse with stories you won’t hear anywhere else!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Hazbin Hotel's Kimiko Glenn Reveals Which Top-Tier Anime Raised Her</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Hazbin Hotel's Kimiko Glenn joins The Anime Effect to bless us with her angelic voice and reveal how Baby Shark inspired her Nifty voice. PLUS, the actress teases the secretive production of Spider-Verse with stories you won’t hear anywhere else!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Gundam's Live-Action Future, Marvel's Anime Collab &amp; Pokemon's New Era | NEWS</title>
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CoMix Wave Films to Deliver New Pokémon Anime About Dragonite

Anne Shirley TV Anime Reveals Premiere Date, Key Visual, Teaser Trailer

Gundam Live-Action Film Gets Co-Financed by Bandai Namco Filmworks, Legendary

My Hero Academia Anime Assembles Collab with Captain America: Brave New World

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Gundam's Live-Action Future, Marvel's Anime Collab &amp; Pokemon's New Era</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Were you expecting the new Anne Shirley anime? The hosts of The Anime Effect didn't, but they’re sharing the latest on the show as well as the latest Pokémon anime, the live-action Gundam film, and the EPIC My Hero Academia x Captain America: Brave New World collab.

CoMix Wave Films to Deliver New Pokémon Anime About Dragonite

Anne Shirley TV Anime Reveals Premiere Date, Key Visual, Teaser Trailer

Gundam Live-Action Film Gets Co-Financed by Bandai Namco Filmworks, Legendary

My Hero Academia Anime Assembles Collab with Captain America: Brave New World

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/6/pokemon-dragonite-and-the-postman-anime-comix-wave-films"><u>CoMix Wave Films to Deliver New Pokémon Anime About Dragonite</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/5/anne-shirley-tv-anime-premiere-date-key-visual-teaser-trailer"><u>Anne Shirley TV Anime Reveals Premiere Date, Key Visual, Teaser Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/5/gundam-live-action-film-co-financed-bandai-namco-filmworks-america-legendary"><u>Gundam Live-Action Film Gets Co-Financed by Bandai Namco Filmworks, Legendary</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/6/my-hero-academia-anime-captain-america-brave-new-world-collab"><u>My Hero Academia Anime Assembles Collab with Captain America: Brave New World</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>WWE Superstar Zelina Vega Has Elite Anime Taste, Confirmed | 50</title>
      <description>WWE Superstar Zelina Vega joins The Anime Effect to gush over her favorite anime characters, share how she selects her next ring cosplay, and even tell the wild story of how she met the English actor behind her anime “zaddy” Kyōjurō Rengoku.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>WWE Superstar Zelina Vega Has Elite Anime Taste, Confirmed</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>WWE Superstar Zelina Vega joins The Anime Effect to gush over her favorite anime characters, share how she selects her next ring cosplay, and even tell the wild story of how she met the English actor behind her anime “zaddy” Kyōjurō Rengoku.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>We're NOT Ready for Komi Can't Communicate to End | NEWS </title>
      <description>The Anime Effect team reunites to discuss the upcoming Art of Manga exhibition, IDOLiSH7 season 4, Go! Go! Loser Ranger! season 2, Komi Can't Communicate, MF GHOST, and the 2025 Tokyo Anime Award Festival results.

Art of Manga Exhibition Brings Original Drawings and More to San Francisco

IDOLiSH7 Season 4 TV Anime Announced

Go! Go! Loser Ranger! Season 2 Anime Reveals Premiere Date, Main Visual

Komi Can't Communicate Manga Ends After 9-Year Serialization

MF GHOST Manga Ending Date Announced

Look Back, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Win Tokyo Anime Award Festival 2025 Anime Of The Year Awards

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>We're NOT Ready for Komi Can't Communicate to End</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect team reunites to discuss the upcoming Art of Manga exhibition, IDOLiSH7 season 4, Go! Go! Loser Ranger! season 2, Komi Can't Communicate, MF GHOST, and the 2025 Tokyo Anime Award Festival results.

Art of Manga Exhibition Brings Original Drawings and More to San Francisco

IDOLiSH7 Season 4 TV Anime Announced

Go! Go! Loser Ranger! Season 2 Anime Reveals Premiere Date, Main Visual

Komi Can't Communicate Manga Ends After 9-Year Serialization

MF GHOST Manga Ending Date Announced

Look Back, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Win Tokyo Anime Award Festival 2025 Anime Of The Year Awards

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect team reunites to discuss the upcoming Art of Manga exhibition, IDOLiSH7 season 4, Go! Go! Loser Ranger! season 2, Komi Can't Communicate, MF GHOST, and the 2025 Tokyo Anime Award Festival results.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/28/art-of-manga-exhibition-brings-original-drawings-and-more-to-san-francisco"><u>Art of Manga Exhibition Brings Original Drawings and More to San Francisco</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/25/idolish7-season4-tv-anime-announced"><u>IDOLiSH7 Season 4 TV Anime Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/26/go-go-loser-ranger-season-2-anime-april-13-2025-release-date-main-visual"><u>Go! Go! Loser Ranger! Season 2 Anime Reveals Premiere Date, Main Visual</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/29/komi-cant-communicate-manga-ending?srsltid=AfmBOor4zdE85_jf9Be2OHmiGd-gWlV5lCebv8COZISdPQy5P5PQ4NSj"><u>Komi Can't Communicate Manga Ends After 9-Year Serialization</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/2/mf-ghost-manga-ending-date-announced"><u>MF GHOST Manga Ending Date Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/2/1/look-back-frieren-beyond-journeys-end-tokyo-anime-award-festival-2025-anime-of-the-year-awards"><u>Look Back, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Win Tokyo Anime Award Festival 2025 Anime Of The Year Awards</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Building the Ultimate Anime Starter Pack w/ Comic Artist Joe Eisma | 49</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect welcomes comic artist Joe Eisma to share how manga and anime inspire his work and why he’s currently loving DAN DA DAN. PLUS, the hosts share updated anime starter packs for new fans who don't know where to start!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Building the Ultimate Anime Starter Pack w/ Comic Artist Joe Eisma</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect welcomes comic artist Joe Eisma to share how manga and anime inspire his work and why he’s currently loving DAN DA DAN. PLUS, the hosts share updated anime starter packs for new fans who don't know where to start!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Solo Leveling Is Getting a Live-Action Adaptation (We’re Geeking Out) | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is talking about our hopes for the Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection this week on The Anime Effect. PLUS, the hosts share the latest on Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX, the live-action Solo Leveling adaptation, new Fortnite collabs, the return of One Piece's English dub, and more!

Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection Trailer Introduces All 14 Games

Yu-Gi-Oh! Gets the Sanrio Treatment in Cute New Collab

Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning- Gets North America Theatrical Release Date

Live-Action Solo Leveling Adaptation in the Works

Fortnite x Kaiju No. 8 Collab Goes Live with Cosmetics Bundle

Hatsune Miku is the Fortnite Festival Season 7 Icon

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Anime Reveals Premiere Date, Cast in New Trailer

One Piece Season 15 Voyage 2 English Dub Coming to Crunchyroll

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>49</itunes:episode>
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Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection Trailer Introduces All 14 Games

Yu-Gi-Oh! Gets the Sanrio Treatment in Cute New Collab

Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning- Gets North America Theatrical Release Date

Live-Action Solo Leveling Adaptation in the Works

Fortnite x Kaiju No. 8 Collab Goes Live with Cosmetics Bundle

Hatsune Miku is the Fortnite Festival Season 7 Icon

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Anime Reveals Premiere Date, Cast in New Trailer

One Piece Season 15 Voyage 2 English Dub Coming to Crunchyroll

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/26/yu-gi-oh-early-days-collection-trailer"><u>Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection Trailer Introduces All 14 Games</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/24/yu-gi-oh-gets-the-sanrio-treatment-in-cute-new-collab"><u>Yu-Gi-Oh! Gets the Sanrio Treatment in Cute New Collab</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/17/mobile-suit-gundam-gquuuuuux-beginning-north-america-theatrical-release"><u>Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning- Gets North America Theatrical Release Date</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/21/solo-leveling-live-action-adaptation-in-the-works"><u>Live-Action Solo Leveling Adaptation in the Works</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/26/fortnite-x-kaiju-no-8-collab-cosmetics-bundle"><u>Fortnite x Kaiju No. 8 Collab Goes Live with Cosmetics Bundle</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/13/hatsune-miku-fortnite-festival-season-7-icon"><u>Hatsune Miku is the Fortnite Festival Season 7 Icon</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/22/my-hero-academia-vigilantes-anime-teaser-trailer-key-visual-character-visuals-cast"><u>My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Anime Reveals Premiere Date, Cast in New Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/1/23/one-piece-season-15-voyage-2-english-dub-crunchyroll"><u>One Piece Season 15 Voyage 2 English Dub Coming to Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>How Naruto Secretly Became Part of Jeremie Frimpong’s Football Journey | 48</title>
      <description>Dutch footballer Jeremie Frimpong shares how Naruto and other anime heroes inspire him on the field, drafts his dream anime soccer team, and shares his love for anime only on The Anime Effect!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>How Naruto Secretly Became Part of Jeremie Frimpong’s Football Journey</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>48</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Dutch footballer Jeremie Frimpong shares how Naruto and other anime heroes inspire him on the field, drafts his dream anime soccer team, and shares his love for anime only on The Anime Effect!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Dutch footballer Jeremie Frimpong shares how Naruto and other anime heroes inspire him on the field, drafts his dream anime soccer team, and shares his love for anime only on The Anime Effect!</p>
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<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Sailor Moon’s New Live Show Is a Magical Girl's Dream | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is talking anime and gaming headlines, starting with the news surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2. Then, they break down One Piece live-action updates, Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid anime film, and the Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live show ahead of its North America debut.

Nintendo Officially Reveals Nintendo Switch 2

One Piece Live-Action Series Reveals Dragon Actor and More for Season 2

One Piece Live-Action Drums up 3 New Cast Members

Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid Anime Film Reveals Release Date, Cast and Staff in New Trailer

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live North American Tour Dates Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Sailor Moon’s New Live Show Is a Magical Girl's Dream </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is talking anime and gaming headlines, starting with the news surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2. Then, they break down One Piece live-action updates, Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid anime film, and the Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live show ahead of its North America debut.

Nintendo Officially Reveals Nintendo Switch 2

One Piece Live-Action Series Reveals Dragon Actor and More for Season 2

One Piece Live-Action Drums up 3 New Cast Members

Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid Anime Film Reveals Release Date, Cast and Staff in New Trailer

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live North American Tour Dates Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is talking anime and gaming headlines, starting with the news surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2. Then, they break down One Piece live-action updates, Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid anime film, and the Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live show ahead of its North America debut.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/16/nintendo-switch-2-announced"><u>Nintendo Officially Reveals Nintendo Switch 2</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/15/one-piece-live-action-dragon-igaram-ipponmatsu"><u>One Piece Live-Action Series Reveals Dragon Actor and More for Season 2</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/14/one-piece-live-action-miss-goldenweek-chess-km-casting"><u>One Piece Live-Action Drums up 3 New Cast Members</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/15/miss-kobayashis-dragon-maid-anime-film-release-date-trailer-key-visual-cast-staff"><u>Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid Anime Film Reveals Release Date, Cast and Staff in New Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/15/sailor-moon-the-super-live-north-american-tour-dates"><u>Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live North American Tour Dates Announced</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>How The Beginning After the End Transformed Into an Anime Heavyweight (ft TurtleMe) | 47</title>
      <description>TurtleMe joins The Anime Effect to dish about The Beginning After the End’s journey to becoming a hit anime. PLUS, the hosts share their favorite anime crossovers as well as YOUR additions to our anime naughty-or-nice lists.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>How The Beginning After the End Transformed Into an Anime Heavyweight (ft TurtleMe)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>47</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>TurtleMe joins The Anime Effect to dish about The Beginning After the End’s journey to becoming a hit anime. PLUS, the hosts share their favorite anime crossovers as well as YOUR additions to our anime naughty-or-nice lists.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>TurtleMe joins The Anime Effect to dish about The Beginning After the End’s journey to becoming a hit anime. PLUS, the hosts share their favorite anime crossovers as well as YOUR additions to our anime naughty-or-nice lists.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>A Ghost of Tsushima: Legends Anime Is FINALLY Happening | NEWS </title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is breaking down this week’s top headlines, like the upcoming My Melody &amp; Kuromi stop-motion series, the My Deer Friend Nokotan x DEEEER Simulator collab, the upcoming Ghosts of Tsushima anime, and so much more.

Crunchyroll to Launch New Manga App in 2025

My Melody &amp; Kuromi Stop-Motion Animation Series Streams in July 2025

My Deer Friend Nokotan Anime Collabs with DEEEER Simulator for Viral Dance DLC

Dead by Daylight Launches Junji Ito Collab, Ito Reacts to Outfits

Ghost of Tsushima: Legends Anime Series Officially Announced, Premieres in 2027

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>A Ghost of Tsushima: Legends Anime Is FINALLY Happening</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is breaking down this week’s top headlines, like the upcoming My Melody &amp; Kuromi stop-motion series, the My Deer Friend Nokotan x DEEEER Simulator collab, the upcoming Ghosts of Tsushima anime, and so much more.

Crunchyroll to Launch New Manga App in 2025

My Melody &amp; Kuromi Stop-Motion Animation Series Streams in July 2025

My Deer Friend Nokotan Anime Collabs with DEEEER Simulator for Viral Dance DLC

Dead by Daylight Launches Junji Ito Collab, Ito Reacts to Outfits

Ghost of Tsushima: Legends Anime Series Officially Announced, Premieres in 2027

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is breaking down this week’s top headlines, like the upcoming My Melody &amp; Kuromi stop-motion series, the My Deer Friend Nokotan x DEEEER Simulator collab, the upcoming Ghosts of Tsushima anime, and so much more.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/1/7/crunchyroll-new-manga-app-2025"><u>Crunchyroll to Launch New Manga App in 2025</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/9/my-melody-kuromi-stop-motion-july-2025"><u>My Melody &amp; Kuromi Stop-Motion Animation Series Streams in July 2025</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/7/my-deer-friend-nokotan-anime-dance-deeeer-simulator-collab-dlc"><u>My Deer Friend Nokotan Anime Collabs with DEEEER Simulator for Viral Dance DLC</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/7/dead-by-daylight-junji-ito-collab"><u>Dead by Daylight Launches Junji Ito Collab, Ito Reacts to Outfits</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2025/1/7/ghost-of-tsushima-legends-anime-series-2027-crunchyroll"><u>Ghost of Tsushima: Legends Anime Series Officially Announced, Premieres in 2027</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Anime Stars Adam McArthur &amp; Ryan Colt Levy Talk Anime, Boba, and Megan Thee Stallion | 46</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect returns this New Year with not one, but TWO anime English voice actors: Adam McArthur &amp; Ryan Colt Levy. Known for their roles as Yuji Itadori (Jujutsu Kaisen) and Denji (Chainsaw Man), we find out how one of them guested on a Megan Thee Stallion song and their boba tea knowledge.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Anime Stars Adam McArthur &amp; Ryan Colt Levy Talk Anime, Boba, and Megan Thee Stallion</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>46</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect returns this New Year with not one, but TWO anime English voice actors: Adam McArthur &amp; Ryan Colt Levy. Known for their roles as Yuji Itadori (Jujutsu Kaisen) and Denji (Chainsaw Man), we find out how one of them guested on a Megan Thee Stallion song and their boba tea knowledge.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect returns this New Year with not one, but TWO anime English voice actors: Adam McArthur &amp; Ryan Colt Levy. Known for their roles as Yuji Itadori (Jujutsu Kaisen) and Denji (Chainsaw Man), we find out how one of them guested on a Megan Thee Stallion song and their boba tea knowledge.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Gundam’s New Game Will Redefine the Iconic Anime FOEVER | NEWS</title>
      <description>New year, new anime headlines. The Anime Effect is breaking down all the news that happened over the holidays, including the announcements from DAN DA DAN, My Hero Academia, GUNDAM, and even Attack on Titan!

DAN DA DAN Season 2 Premieres in July 2025, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

My Hero Academia Final Season Anime Premieres Autumn 2025

Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Anime Reveals July 2025 Release, Teaser Visual

Attack on Titan: THE LAST ATTACK Omnibus Movie International Theatrical Release Dates Announced

GUNDAM ASSEMBLE Tabletop Game Rolls the Dice with Gundam Miniatures

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2025 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Gundam’s New Game Will Redefine the Iconic Anime FOEVER</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>New year, new anime headlines. The Anime Effect is breaking down all the news that happened over the holidays, including the announcements from DAN DA DAN, My Hero Academia, GUNDAM, and even Attack on Titan!

DAN DA DAN Season 2 Premieres in July 2025, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

My Hero Academia Final Season Anime Premieres Autumn 2025

Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Anime Reveals July 2025 Release, Teaser Visual

Attack on Titan: THE LAST ATTACK Omnibus Movie International Theatrical Release Dates Announced

GUNDAM ASSEMBLE Tabletop Game Rolls the Dice with Gundam Miniatures

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/12/19/dandadan-season-2-july-2025-stream-crunchyroll"><u>DAN DA DAN Season 2 Premieres in July 2025, Will Stream on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/12/22/my-hero-academia-final-season-anime-premieres-autumn-2025"><u>My Hero Academia Final Season Anime Premieres Autumn 2025</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/12/22/kaiju-no-8-season-2-anime-july-2025-release-teaser-visual"><u>Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Anime Reveals July 2025 Release, Teaser Visual</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/12/20/attack-on-titan-the-last-attack-movie-international-theatrical-release-dates"><u>Attack on Titan: THE LAST ATTACK Omnibus Movie International Theatrical Release Dates Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2025/1/6/gundam-assemble-tabletop-game-gundam-miniatures"><u>GUNDAM ASSEMBLE Tabletop Game Rolls the Dice with Gundam Miniatures</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Inside LiSA’s Anime Music Journey &amp; Minions Obsession | NEWS</title>
      <description>J-Pop global sensation LiSA is on The Anime Effect to talk about her music journey. She reveals behind-the-scenes secrets of her concert film LiVE is SMiLE ALWAYS -LANDER-, designs her July 26 San Diego Comic-Con set list, and, of course, gushes over her love for Minions.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Inside LiSA’s Anime Music Journey &amp; Minions Obsession</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>J-Pop global sensation LiSA is on The Anime Effect to talk about her music journey. She reveals behind-the-scenes secrets of her concert film LiVE is SMiLE ALWAYS -LANDER-, designs her July 26 San Diego Comic-Con set list, and, of course, gushes over her love for Minions.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>J-Pop global sensation LiSA is on The Anime Effect to talk about her music journey. She reveals behind-the-scenes secrets of her concert film LiVE is SMiLE ALWAYS -LANDER-, designs her July 26 San Diego Comic-Con set list, and, of course, gushes over her love for Minions.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Your Fave Anime Characters Enter Their New Year’s Resolution Arc | NEWS</title>
      <description>Listen in as The Anime Effect assigns New Year’s resolutions for anime characters from Re:ZERO, Dragon Ball DAIMA, and more. We also poll each other on our own resolutions before asking you all to spill your own!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Your Fave Anime Characters Enter Their New Year’s Resolution Arc</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Listen in as The Anime Effect assigns New Year’s resolutions for anime characters from Re:ZERO, Dragon Ball DAIMA, and more. We also poll each other on our own resolutions before asking you all to spill your own!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Listen in as The Anime Effect assigns New Year’s resolutions for anime characters from Re:ZERO, Dragon Ball DAIMA, and more. We also poll each other on our own resolutions before asking you all to spill your own!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Why David Dastmalchian Believes ONE PIECE is a GENERATIONAL Anime | NEWS</title>
      <description>David Dastmalchian (Oppenheimer, Late Night with the Devil) joins The Anime Effect to dish on his favorite anime and how his fave shows impact his work. PLUS, we talk about the Frieren: Beyond Journey's End escape room, the Look Back trailer, new Studio Ghibli &amp; Hayao Miyazaki awards, and more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Why David Dastmalchian Believes ONE PIECE is a GENERATIONAL Anime</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>David Dastmalchian (Oppenheimer, Late Night with the Devil) joins The Anime Effect to dish on his favorite anime and how his fave shows impact his work. PLUS, we talk about the Frieren: Beyond Journey's End escape room, the Look Back trailer, new Studio Ghibli &amp; Hayao Miyazaki awards, and more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>David Dastmalchian (Oppenheimer, Late Night with the Devil) joins The Anime Effect to dish on his favorite anime and how his fave shows impact his work. PLUS, we talk about the Frieren: Beyond Journey's End escape room, the Look Back trailer, new Studio Ghibli &amp; Hayao Miyazaki awards, and more.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <itunes:duration>3584</itunes:duration>
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      <title>The Ultimate Anime Naughty-or-Nice Debate Begins | NEWS</title>
      <description>Merry Christmas! The Anime Effect is deciding which anime characters Santa should include on his naughty-or-nice lists &amp; they are not holding back! You may think Baby Bananya deserves presents, but is there more lurking behind his eyes? Listen and give your thoughts on characters from DAN DA DAN, Delicious in Dungeon, and more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2024 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>The Ultimate Anime Naughty-or-Nice Debate Begins</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Merry Christmas! The Anime Effect is deciding which anime characters Santa should include on his naughty-or-nice lists &amp; they are not holding back! You may think Baby Bananya deserves presents, but is there more lurking behind his eyes? Listen and give your thoughts on characters from DAN DA DAN, Delicious in Dungeon, and more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Merry Christmas! The Anime Effect is deciding which anime characters Santa should include on his naughty-or-nice lists &amp; they are not holding back! You may think Baby Bananya deserves presents, but is there more lurking behind his eyes? Listen and give your thoughts on characters from DAN DA DAN, Delicious in Dungeon, and more.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>War of the Rohirrim Creators on Bringing Middle-earth to Anime Fans | 45</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect meets with Kenji Kamiyama and Philippa Boyens, the director and story creator of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim! The pair reveals how live-action films inspired the anime film &amp; more "behind the scenes" details you won't hear elsewhere. PLUS, we debate whether a certain Gundam film is actually a Christmas movie.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>War of the Rohirrim Creators on Bringing Middle-earth to Anime Fans</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>45</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect meets with Kenji Kamiyama and Philippa Boyens, the director and story creator of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim! The pair reveals how live-action films inspired the anime film &amp; more "behind the scenes" details you won't hear elsewhere. PLUS, we debate whether a certain Gundam film is actually a Christmas movie.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect meets with Kenji Kamiyama and Philippa Boyens, the director and story creator of<em> The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim! </em>The pair reveals how live-action films inspired the anime film &amp; more "behind the scenes" details you won't hear elsewhere. PLUS, we debate whether a certain Gundam film is actually a Christmas movie.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Pokemon's Next Big Project Should Have EVERYONE Buzzing | NEWS</title>
      <description>This week, The Anime Effect is discussing the latest Pokémon project from GAMEFREAK, if all the titles featured in Isekai∞Isekai truly fit, Godzilla’s next big fight, and so much more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Pokemon's Next Big Project Should Have EVERYONE Buzzing</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>This week, The Anime Effect is discussing the latest Pokémon project from GAMEFREAK, if all the titles featured in Isekai∞Isekai truly fit, Godzilla’s next big fight, and so much more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, The Anime Effect is discussing the latest Pokémon project from GAMEFREAK, if all the titles featured in Isekai∞Isekai truly fit, Godzilla’s next big fight, and so much more.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Build Your 2025 Winter Anime Watchlist With Us If You Dare | 44</title>
      <description>The Winter 2025 anime season has FINALLY been revealed, and we’re building our watchlists together! The Anime Effect breaks down the new and continuing shows everyone should know about. PLUS, we’re recommending our most anticipated shows and sharing which anime we’d like to see remade.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Download RAID and get your legendary hero and 2 epic heroes TODAY: https://bit.ly/TheAnimeEffect
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      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 17:30:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Build Your 2025 Winter Anime Watchlist With Us If You Dare</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>44</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Winter 2025 anime season has FINALLY been revealed, and we’re building our watchlists together! The Anime Effect breaks down the new and continuing shows everyone should know about. PLUS, we’re recommending our most anticipated shows and sharing which anime we’d like to see remade.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Download RAID and get your legendary hero and 2 epic heroes TODAY: https://bit.ly/TheAnimeEffect
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Winter 2025 anime season has FINALLY been revealed, and we’re building our watchlists together! The Anime Effect breaks down the new and continuing shows everyone should know about. PLUS, we’re recommending our most anticipated shows and sharing which anime we’d like to see remade.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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<p>Download RAID and get your <strong>legendary hero and</strong> <strong>2 epic heroes TODAY: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/TheAnimeEffect"><u>https://bit.ly/TheAnimeEffect</u></a></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>A New Gundam Anime Is Getting Ready for Launch?! | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is breaking down the latest anime headlines, including the new award Solo Leveling just nabbed, the latest updates on the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle trilogy, the new Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX anime, and more!

Solo Leveling Named Best Anime Series at The Astra Awards 2024

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Premieres in 2025

Dragon Ball DAIMA English Dub Premieres on Crunchyroll Starting January 10

New Gundam Anime Series Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX Announced from Studio Khara and Sunrise

NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience Starts United States, Canada Tour in February 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>A New Gundam Anime Is Getting Ready for Launch?!</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is breaking down the latest anime headlines, including the new award Solo Leveling just nabbed, the latest updates on the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle trilogy, the new Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX anime, and more!

Solo Leveling Named Best Anime Series at The Astra Awards 2024

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Premieres in 2025

Dragon Ball DAIMA English Dub Premieres on Crunchyroll Starting January 10

New Gundam Anime Series Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX Announced from Studio Khara and Sunrise

NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience Starts United States, Canada Tour in February 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is breaking down the latest anime headlines, including the new award Solo Leveling just nabbed, the latest updates on the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle trilogy, the new Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX anime, and more!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/12/9/solo-leveling-best-anime-series-astra-awards-2024"><u>Solo Leveling Named Best Anime Series at The Astra Awards 2024</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/12/8/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-first-movie-premieres-in-2025"><u>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Premieres in 2025</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/12/3/dragon-ball-daima-english-dub-stream-crunchyroll-january-10"><u>Dragon Ball DAIMA English Dub Premieres on Crunchyroll Starting January 10</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/12/4/mobile-suit-gundam-gquuuuuux-new-anime-khara-sunrise"><u>New Gundam Anime Series Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX Announced from Studio Khara and Sunrise</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/12/3/naruto-the-symphonic-experience-united-states-canada-tour-february-2025"><u>NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience Starts United States, Canada Tour in February 2025</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Director Echo Wu Talks Music, Memes, and Anime Easter Eggs | 43</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect chat with Echo Wu, the creator and director of Jentry Chau vs. The Underworld. They share how she vision-boarded the show and teases the countless anime references hidden in the show. PLUS, we discuss the sports we think need their own anime.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Director Echo Wu Talks Music, Memes, and Anime Easter Eggs</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect chat with Echo Wu, the creator and director of Jentry Chau vs. The Underworld. They share how she vision-boarded the show and teases the countless anime references hidden in the show. PLUS, we discuss the sports we think need their own anime.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Solo Leveling Is Getting the Greatest Anime OP in YEARS | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is back from the holiday break to share YOUR additions to our anime Friendsgiving table. PLUS, we have new anime music to discuss, more shows announced for January 2025, a new Lupin the 3rd anime, and more!

Solo Leveling Season 2 Reveals LiSA Opening Song, Teaser Trailer

Creepy Nuts' MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES Opening Theme Tops Japan's 2024 Anime Song Karaoke Ranking

My Happy Marriage Season 2 Anime Premieres on January 6, 2025

Babanbabanban Vampire TV Anime Premieres on January 11

New Lupin the 3rd Anime Film Announced for 2025 Release

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Solo Leveling Is Getting the Greatest Anime OP in YEARS</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is back from the holiday break to share YOUR additions to our anime Friendsgiving table. PLUS, we have new anime music to discuss, more shows announced for January 2025, a new Lupin the 3rd anime, and more!

Solo Leveling Season 2 Reveals LiSA Opening Song, Teaser Trailer

Creepy Nuts' MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES Opening Theme Tops Japan's 2024 Anime Song Karaoke Ranking

My Happy Marriage Season 2 Anime Premieres on January 6, 2025

Babanbabanban Vampire TV Anime Premieres on January 11

New Lupin the 3rd Anime Film Announced for 2025 Release

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is back from the holiday break to share YOUR additions to our anime Friendsgiving table. PLUS, we have new anime music to discuss, more shows announced for January 2025, a new Lupin the 3rd anime, and more!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/11/27/solo-leveling-season-2-lisa-opening-song-teaser-trailer"><u>Solo Leveling Season 2 Reveals LiSA Opening Song, Teaser Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/11/26/mashle-magic-and-muscles-opening-song-tops-japan-2024-anime-song-karaoke-ranking"><u>Creepy Nuts' MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES Opening Theme Tops Japan's 2024 Anime Song Karaoke Ranking</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/12/1/my-happy-marriage-season-2-anime-january-6-2025-release-date-key-visual-trailer"><u>My Happy Marriage Season 2 Anime Premieres on January 6, 2025</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/11/25/babanbabanban-vampire-anime-release-date"><u>Babanbabanban Vampire TV Anime Premieres on January 11</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/11/29/new-lupin-the-3rd-anime-film-announced-2025"><u>New Lupin the 3rd Anime Film Announced for 2025 Release</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>How OVERLORD Pulled Off One of 2024's GREATEST Anime Fights (ft Naoyuki Itō &amp; Kentarô Hashimoto) | 42</title>
      <description>Naoyuki Itō, the director of the Overlord TV anime series, and film producer Kentarô Hashimoto shared their thoughts on the hit series with The Anime Effect. Tune in to their experience adapting the anime for theaters and which characters they like best. PLUS, we learn which anime the hosts want to see get a slice-of-life crossover.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>How OVERLORD Pulled Off One of 2024's GREATEST Anime Fights (ft Naoyuki Itō &amp; Kentarô Hashimoto)</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Naoyuki Itō, the director of the Overlord TV anime series, and film producer Kentarô Hashimoto shared their thoughts on the hit series with The Anime Effect. Tune in to their experience adapting the anime for theaters and which characters they like best. PLUS, we learn which anime the hosts want to see get a slice-of-life crossover.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Naoyuki Itō, the director of the Overlord TV anime series, and film producer Kentarô Hashimoto shared their thoughts on the hit series with The Anime Effect. Tune in to their experience adapting the anime for theaters and which characters they like best. PLUS, we learn which anime the hosts want to see get a slice-of-life crossover.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Making Friendsgiving Better With the Ultimate Anime Menu | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect brings you a special episode this holiday season! We're building our ideal Friendsgiving table using some delicious anime-inspired foods. Tell us, would you attend this Friendsgiving meal...?

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Making Friendsgiving Better With the Ultimate Anime Menu</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect brings you a special episode this holiday season! We're building our ideal Friendsgiving table using some delicious anime-inspired foods. Tell us, would you attend this Friendsgiving meal...?

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect brings you a special episode this holiday season! We're building our ideal Friendsgiving table using some delicious anime-inspired foods. Tell us, would you attend this Friendsgiving meal...?</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Creature Commandos’ Writer Wants More Harley Quinn &amp; So Do We (ft Dean Lorey) | 41</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect chats with Dean Lorey, the Emmy-nominated screenwriter and showrunner of Harley Quinn, Kite Man: Hell Yeah!, and Creature Commandos. He unravels the biggest surprises he faced entering the animation industry &amp; his hopes for more Harley Quinn content. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Creature Commandos’ Writer Wants More Harley Quinn &amp; So Do We (ft Dean Lorey)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>41</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect chats with Dean Lorey, the Emmy-nominated screenwriter and showrunner of Harley Quinn, Kite Man: Hell Yeah!, and Creature Commandos. He unravels the biggest surprises he faced entering the animation industry &amp; his hopes for more Harley Quinn content. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect chats with Dean Lorey, the Emmy-nominated screenwriter and showrunner of Harley Quinn, Kite Man: Hell Yeah!, and Creature Commandos. He unravels the biggest surprises he faced entering the animation industry &amp; his hopes for more Harley Quinn content. </p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Solo Leveling Drops Big News as Donkey Kong Takes Over Universal Studios | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect hits this week with BIG updates on Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- as well as Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! Plus, we're breaking down the release of Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE, the new season of Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun, and Donkey Kong's move to USJ!

Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- Anime Movie Tickets Now on Sale

Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun Season 4 Anime Officially Announced

Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE Reveals New Trailer, Cast, CCXP World Premiere

I Left My A-Rank Party to Help My Students Reach the Dungeon Depths Anime Premieres on January 11, 2025

The Catcher in the Ballpark! Anime Adaptation Announced for 2025

Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! Anime Compilation Film Reveals Main Trailer, Visual

Super Nintendo World Goes Bananas With Donkey Kong Country Opening at USJ in December

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Solo Leveling Drops Big News as Donkey Kong Takes Over Universal Studios</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect hits this week with BIG updates on Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- as well as Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! Plus, we're breaking down the release of Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE, the new season of Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun, and Donkey Kong's move to USJ!

Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- Anime Movie Tickets Now on Sale

Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun Season 4 Anime Officially Announced

Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE Reveals New Trailer, Cast, CCXP World Premiere

I Left My A-Rank Party to Help My Students Reach the Dungeon Depths Anime Premieres on January 11, 2025

The Catcher in the Ballpark! Anime Adaptation Announced for 2025

Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! Anime Compilation Film Reveals Main Trailer, Visual

Super Nintendo World Goes Bananas With Donkey Kong Country Opening at USJ in December

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect hits this week with BIG updates on Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- as well as Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! Plus, we're breaking down the release of Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE, the new season of Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun, and Donkey Kong's move to USJ!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/11/15/solo-leveling-reawakening-anime-movie-tickets-on-sale">Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- Anime Movie Tickets Now on Sale</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/11/17/welcome-to-demon-school-iruma-kun-season-4-anime-crunchyroll-stream">Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun Season 4 Anime Officially Announced</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/11/14/dr-stone-science-future-new-trailer-cast-ccxp-world-premiere?srsltid=AfmBOoobjAm8bsP4e-AzdYBReOrDztU0Yk_faFaw8t0Ny7z5AUOfABrK">Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE Reveals New Trailer, Cast, CCXP World Premiere</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/11/12/i-left-my-a-rank-party-to-help-my-students-reach-the-dungeon-depths-anime-january-11-release-date-key-visual-trailer?srsltid=AfmBOoo-YCkNa6khfcIQMQqhc5CLjuTGafPuYiVa7O8mySVGOGkYc6iB">I Left My A-Rank Party to Help My Students Reach the Dungeon Depths Anime Premieres on January 11, 2025</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/11/14/the-catcher-in-the-ballpark-anime-announced-2025-staff-cast-visual?srsltid=AfmBOooVdOFoS-099ASFLiO4XBPTfqnuvPe-AMefOeTOX1zBNQNOjWi2">The Catcher in the Ballpark! Anime Adaptation Announced for 2025</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/11/14/cherry-magic-thirty-years-of-virginity-can-make-you-a-wizard-anime-compilation-film-main-visual-trailer?srsltid=AfmBOorptaLvl_9AaYON0HtrFlLCVc46v9n1nZaHf1W08sp8y_p5Wz-2">Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! Anime Compilation Film Reveals Main Trailer, Visual</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/11/13/super-nintendo-world-donkey-kong-country-universal-studios-japan-december-11?srsltid=AfmBOooAMIEWN8o4IN62eFIaBSBNWYhd-w5E5_bMZbjgkTwFVe983CQb">Super Nintendo World Goes Bananas With Donkey Kong Country Opening at USJ in December</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Why Super Saiyans &amp; Speed Racer Don’t Play Around, According to EARTHGANG | 40</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect chats with Doc &amp; Olu of EARTHGANG about how intense Speed Racer was as kids, their affinity for Super Saiyan style, their experience creating "Swing" for Marvel's Spider Man 2, and more! 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Why Super Saiyans &amp; Speed Racer Don’t Play Around, According to EARTHGANG</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>40</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect chats with Doc &amp; Olu of EARTHGANG about how intense Speed Racer was as kids, their affinity for Super Saiyan style, their experience creating "Swing" for Marvel's Spider Man 2, and more! 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect chats with Doc &amp; Olu of EARTHGANG about how intense Speed Racer was as kids, their affinity for Super Saiyan style, their experience creating "Swing" for Marvel's Spider Man 2, and more! </p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>BEASTARS &amp; Oblivion Battery Are Making a Comeback | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect breaks down this week’s headlines! They’re sharing the latest on the BEASTARS and Oblivion Battery anime, Nintendo’s successor to the Switch, Crunchyroll’s collab with Newtype Magazine, and more.

BEASTARS Final Season Part 1 Anime Reveals New Trailer, Release Date

Oblivion Battery TV Anime Season 2 Announced

Nintendo Reveals Switch Successor to Be Backward Compatible

Crunchyroll News and Newtype's Special NYCC Magazine is Now Available Digitally!

Lycoris Recoil, Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War and More Anime Artist Music Videos Now Available on Crunchyroll

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>BEASTARS &amp; Oblivion Battery Are Making a Comeback</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect breaks down this week’s headlines! They’re sharing the latest on the BEASTARS and Oblivion Battery anime, Nintendo’s successor to the Switch, Crunchyroll’s collab with Newtype Magazine, and more.

BEASTARS Final Season Part 1 Anime Reveals New Trailer, Release Date

Oblivion Battery TV Anime Season 2 Announced

Nintendo Reveals Switch Successor to Be Backward Compatible

Crunchyroll News and Newtype's Special NYCC Magazine is Now Available Digitally!

Lycoris Recoil, Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War and More Anime Artist Music Videos Now Available on Crunchyroll

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect breaks down this week’s headlines! They’re sharing the latest on the BEASTARS and Oblivion Battery anime, Nintendo’s successor to the Switch, Crunchyroll’s collab with Newtype Magazine, and more.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/11/6/beastars-final-season-part-1-anime-december-5-release-date-main-trailer"><u>BEASTARS Final Season Part 1 Anime Reveals New Trailer, Release Date</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/11/10/oblivion-battery-tv-anime-season-2-announced"><u>Oblivion Battery TV Anime Season 2 Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/11/6/nintendo-switch-successor-backwards-compatible-confirmed"><u>Nintendo Reveals Switch Successor to Be Backward Compatible</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/features/2024/11/11/crunchyroll-newtype-nycc-magazine-digital"><u>Crunchyroll News and Newtype's Special NYCC Magazine is Now Available Digitally!</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/11/7/lycoris-recoil-bleach-thousand-year-blood-war-anime-artist-music-videos"><u>Lycoris Recoil, Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War and More Anime Artist Music Videos Now Available on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Vampire Anime, Moon Girl Magic &amp; Our Isekai Survival Guide (ft Amy Reeder) | 39</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect talks with Amy Reeder, the co-creator of Disney's Moon Girl,  at New York Comic Con. She shares her experience watching her comic become a TV show, the overwhelming love given to Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, and more. PLUS, the hosts share their favorite vampire anime &amp; which series they’d survive being summoned into. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Vampire Anime, Moon Girl Magic &amp; Our Isekai Survival Guide (ft Amy Reeder)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>39</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect talks with Amy Reeder, the co-creator of Disney's Moon Girl,  at New York Comic Con. She shares her experience watching her comic become a TV show, the overwhelming love given to Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, and more. PLUS, the hosts share their favorite vampire anime &amp; which series they’d survive being summoned into. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect talks with Amy Reeder, the co-creator of Disney's Moon Girl,  at New York Comic Con. She shares her experience watching her comic become a TV show, the overwhelming love given to Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, and more. PLUS, the hosts share their favorite vampire anime &amp; which series they’d survive being summoned into. </p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Death Note's New Game Will Put Your Morals on Trial | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect gathers to discuss the latest anime and video game news, like Godzilla Minus One's potential sequel, a brand-new Death Note video game, the latest on the live-action Gundam film, and more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 23:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Death Note's New Game Will Put Your Morals on Trial </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect gathers to discuss the latest anime and video game news, like Godzilla Minus One's potential sequel, a brand-new Death Note video game, the latest on the live-action Gundam film, and more.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect gathers to discuss the latest anime and video game news, like Godzilla Minus One's potential sequel, a brand-new Death Note video game, the latest on the live-action Gundam film, and more.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1190</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Baldur’s Gate 3, But Make It Anime (ft. Neil Newbon, Devora Wilde) | 38</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect sits down with Baldur's Gate 3 stars Neil Newbon &amp; Devora Wilde to discuss the fan craze surrounding their amazing characters, the depth of D&amp;D storytelling, and the inclusive world Baldur's Gate built.
Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Baldur’s Gate 3, But Make It Anime (ft. Neil Newbon, Devora Wilde)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>38</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect sits down with Baldur's Gate 3 stars Neil Newbon &amp; Devora Wilde to discuss the fan craze surrounding their amazing characters, the depth of D&amp;D storytelling, and the inclusive world Baldur's Gate built.
Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect sits down with Baldur's Gate 3 stars Neil Newbon &amp; Devora Wilde to discuss the fan craze surrounding their amazing characters, the depth of D&amp;D storytelling, and the inclusive world Baldur's Gate built.<br>
Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1972</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Anime Joy, Queer Identity &amp; Sneaking Naruto Into Church (ft Anania) | 37</title>
      <description>Anania, the host of @gaydar.show on TikTok, joins The Anime Effect to gush over their anime favorites, explain how they connect to anime as a queer person, and what it's like to watch Naruto as a kid during church.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Anime Joy, Queer Identity &amp; Sneaking Naruto Into Church (ft Anania)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>37</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Anania, the host of @gaydar.show on TikTok, joins The Anime Effect to gush over their anime favorites, explain how they connect to anime as a queer person, and what it's like to watch Naruto as a kid during church.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Anania, the host of @gaydar.show on TikTok, joins The Anime Effect to gush over their anime favorites, explain how they connect to anime as a queer person, and what it's like to watch Naruto as a kid during church.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>3277</itunes:duration>
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      <title>We Saw Attack on Titan: The Musical &amp; Somehow Survived?! | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect gets into the news out of New York Comic Con, from favorite moments to exciting anime announcements, including work from Cowboy Bebop's creator. PLUS, Leah gives us the inside scoop after seeing “Attack on Titan: The Musical" at long last!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect gets into the news out of New York Comic Con, from favorite moments to exciting anime announcements, including work from Cowboy Bebop's creator. PLUS, Leah gives us the inside scoop after seeing “Attack on Titan: The Musical" at long last!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect gets into the news out of New York Comic Con, from favorite moments to exciting anime announcements, including work from Cowboy Bebop's creator. PLUS, Leah gives us the inside scoop after seeing “Attack on Titan: The Musical" at long last!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
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  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>How Spirited Away Inspired The Book of Life (ft. Jorge R. Gutierrez) | 36</title>
      <description>Emmy and Annie award-winning director Jorge R. Gutierrez joins this week to reveal how his film The Book of Life came to be, how Spirited Away inspires his craft, and the unexpected way the director encountered anime for the very first time.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Emmy and Annie award-winning director Jorge R. Gutierrez joins this week to reveal how his film The Book of Life came to be, how Spirited Away inspires his craft, and the unexpected way the director encountered anime for the very first time.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Emmy and Annie award-winning director Jorge R. Gutierrez joins this week to reveal how his film <em>The Book of Life</em> came to be, how <em>Spirited Away</em> inspires his craft, and the unexpected way the director encountered anime for the very first time.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>SK8 the Infinity Returns &amp; We Wage WAR Over Evangelion | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect continues to be BLESSED with more anime announcements! We're talking all about the latest from My Hero Academia, One Piece, WIND BREAKER, SK8 the Infinity, and more! PLUS, we reveal our favorite mech anime (besides Neon Genesis Evangelion &amp; Gurren Lagann).

My Hero Academia Anime Final Season Officially Announced for 2025

One Piece Anime Announces Hiatus, Newly-Edited Fish-Man Island Arc

WIND BREAKER Season 2 Anime Premieres in April 2025

SK8 the Infinity Anime OVA Reveals New Visual, Release Date

Oshi no Ko Manga Ending Date Announced

Goku Balloon Returns to the Skies for 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>SK8 the Infinity Returns &amp; We Wage WAR Over Evangelion </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect continues to be BLESSED with more anime announcements! We're talking all about the latest from My Hero Academia, One Piece, WIND BREAKER, SK8 the Infinity, and more! PLUS, we reveal our favorite mech anime (besides Neon Genesis Evangelion &amp; Gurren Lagann).

My Hero Academia Anime Final Season Officially Announced for 2025

One Piece Anime Announces Hiatus, Newly-Edited Fish-Man Island Arc

WIND BREAKER Season 2 Anime Premieres in April 2025

SK8 the Infinity Anime OVA Reveals New Visual, Release Date

Oshi no Ko Manga Ending Date Announced

Goku Balloon Returns to the Skies for 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect continues to be BLESSED with more anime announcements! We're talking all about the latest from My Hero Academia, One Piece, WIND BREAKER, SK8 the Infinity, and more! PLUS, we reveal our favorite mech anime (besides Neon Genesis Evangelion &amp; Gurren Lagann).</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/10/12/my-hero-academia-anime-final-season-announced-2025"><u>My Hero Academia Anime Final Season Officially Announced for 2025</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/10/13/one-piece-anime-hiatus-fish-man-island"><u>One Piece Anime Announces Hiatus, Newly-Edited Fish-Man Island Arc</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/10/13/wind-breaker-season-2-anime-april-2025-release-date-teaser-trailer-visual"><u>WIND BREAKER Season 2 Anime Premieres in April 2025</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/10/11/sk8-the-infinity-extra-part-anime-ova-release-date-reki-langa-miya-visual"><u>SK8 the Infinity Anime OVA Reveals New Visual, Release Date</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/10/9/oshi-no-ko-manga-ending-date?srsltid=AfmBOoqamiez4Sd6-RI99W8s0snGvl1oRXDgBp3kwHbB-LQsCTTGF7_o"><u>Oshi no Ko Manga Ending Date Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/10/8/goku-balloon-98th-macys-thanksgiving-day-parade?srsltid=AfmBOoqbaCCh_kzjzMZC2gF_zDwgtdAchOqIrF9vWoHIYP052qNk0hM-"><u>Goku Balloon Returns to the Skies for 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Re:ZERO's Subaru Is in the Hot Seat as We Talk Season 3 Secrets (ft Yūsuke Kobayashi) | 35</title>
      <description>Yūsuke Kobayashi, the voice actor for Re:ZERO’s Subaru, is on The Anime Effect! The star shares how his experience voicing the isekai icon has impacted his life and what fans can expect from season 3, which is now streaming on Crunchyroll.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Re:ZERO's Subaru Is in the Hot Seat as We Talk Season 3 Secrets (ft Yūsuke Kobayashi)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>35</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Yūsuke Kobayashi, the voice actor for Re:ZERO’s Subaru, is on The Anime Effect! The star shares how his experience voicing the isekai icon has impacted his life and what fans can expect from season 3, which is now streaming on Crunchyroll.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Yūsuke Kobayashi, the voice actor for Re:ZERO’s Subaru, is on The Anime Effect! The star shares how his experience voicing the isekai icon has impacted his life and what fans can expect from season 3, which is now streaming on Crunchyroll.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>We're Throwing Hands Over UNPOPULAR Anime Opinions | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is throwing hands over unpopular anime opinions! But first, the hosts share the latest on Oshi no Ko, the upcoming Fate/Zero musical &amp; more! PLUS, we're finally settling the debate for good: Does Shangri-La Frontier fit into the isekai genre?

One Piece Anime Celebrates 25 Years With Special Episode on October 20

JUJUTSU KAISEN Manga Ending Celebrated with Special Art, 100 Million Copies in Circulation

One Piece, JUJUTSU KAISEN Join Universal Studios Hollywood Fan Fest Nights Lineup

Oshi no Ko Anime Gets 3rd Season

The Elusive Samurai Anime Continues with Second Season

Captain Falcon Smashes His Way Onto Switch With Two Classic GBA Games

Fate/Zero Stage Musical Adaptation Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>We're Throwing Hands Over UNPOPULAR Anime Opinions </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is throwing hands over unpopular anime opinions! But first, the hosts share the latest on Oshi no Ko, the upcoming Fate/Zero musical &amp; more! PLUS, we're finally settling the debate for good: Does Shangri-La Frontier fit into the isekai genre?

One Piece Anime Celebrates 25 Years With Special Episode on October 20

JUJUTSU KAISEN Manga Ending Celebrated with Special Art, 100 Million Copies in Circulation

One Piece, JUJUTSU KAISEN Join Universal Studios Hollywood Fan Fest Nights Lineup

Oshi no Ko Anime Gets 3rd Season

The Elusive Samurai Anime Continues with Second Season

Captain Falcon Smashes His Way Onto Switch With Two Classic GBA Games

Fate/Zero Stage Musical Adaptation Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is throwing hands over unpopular anime opinions! But first, the hosts share the latest on Oshi no Ko, the upcoming Fate/Zero musical &amp; more! PLUS, we're finally settling the debate for good: Does Shangri-La Frontier fit into the isekai genre?</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/10/3/one-piece-fan-letter-25th-anniversary-special-episode"><u>One Piece Anime Celebrates 25 Years With Special Episode on October 20</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/29/jujutsu-kaisen-manga-ending-special-art-100-million-copies"><u>JUJUTSU KAISEN Manga Ending Celebrated with Special Art, 100 Million Copies in Circulation</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/10/4/one-piece-jujutsu-kaisen-universal-studios-hollywood"><u>One Piece, JUJUTSU KAISEN Join Universal Studios Hollywood Fan Fest Nights Lineup</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/10/6/oshi-no-ko-anime-season-3-announced-visual-trailer"><u>Oshi no Ko Anime Gets 3rd Season</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/10/6/the-elusive-samurai-anime-continues-with-second-season"><u>The Elusive Samurai Anime Continues with Second Season</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/10/2/f-zero-nintendo-switch-online-october-2024?srsltid=AfmBOorVKlcxUKlgtyQ5LpyZIdtc15FEjoRfjqOmsgjdswiUXnkHsc5u"><u>Captain Falcon Smashes His Way Onto Switch With Two Classic GBA Games</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/10/2/fate-zero-stage-musical-adaptation-announced?srsltid=AfmBOorneIKIWlFgJhjSZcTKuB6xkrdpUl_bKAz5gZY6Uj3vXEqvH78C"><u>Fate/Zero Stage Musical Adaptation Announced</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Building YOUR Perfect Fall 2024 Anime Watchlist | 34</title>
      <description>All hands on deck! The Anime Effect is breaking down the Fall 2024 anime lineup coming to Crunchyroll. From Dragon Ball DAIMA to DAN DA DAN, we're helping you build your fall anime watchlist NOW.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>34</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>All hands on deck! The Anime Effect is breaking down the Fall 2024 anime lineup coming to Crunchyroll. From Dragon Ball DAIMA to DAN DA DAN, we're helping you build your fall anime watchlist NOW.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>All hands on deck! The Anime Effect is breaking down the Fall 2024 anime lineup coming to Crunchyroll. From Dragon Ball DAIMA to DAN DA DAN, we're helping you build your fall anime watchlist NOW.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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Dragon Ball DAIMA English Dub Premiere Heads to U.S. Theaters This November

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Anime Season 2 Confirmed

Wistoria: Wand and Sword Anime Gets 2nd Season

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 4, New Film Announced

Justice ft. Tame Impala Reveals "Neverender" Music Video Directed By Masanobu Hiraoka

Sailor Moon Kicks off Second Collab with Jimmy Choo

Studio TRIGGER Rolls Out Special Transformers One Film Poster

Studio TRIGGER Pays Tribute to Transformers in 40th Anniversary Video

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
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      <itunes:title>Frieren Frenzy Begins &amp; Transformers Goes FULL Anime</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>What do Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, Wistoria: Wand and Sword, and That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime all have in common? The Anime Effect tells you about this week and shares a Sailor Moon shoe collab, Studio TRIGGER's new Transformers anime, and more. 

Dragon Ball DAIMA English Dub Premiere Heads to U.S. Theaters This November

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Anime Season 2 Confirmed

Wistoria: Wand and Sword Anime Gets 2nd Season

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 4, New Film Announced

Justice ft. Tame Impala Reveals "Neverender" Music Video Directed By Masanobu Hiraoka

Sailor Moon Kicks off Second Collab with Jimmy Choo

Studio TRIGGER Rolls Out Special Transformers One Film Poster

Studio TRIGGER Pays Tribute to Transformers in 40th Anniversary Video

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>What do Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, Wistoria: Wand and Sword, and That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime all have in common? The Anime Effect tells you about this week and shares a Sailor Moon shoe collab, Studio TRIGGER's new Transformers anime, and more. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/24/dragon-ball-daima-english-dub-premiere-us-theaters"><u>Dragon Ball DAIMA English Dub Premiere Heads to U.S. Theaters This November</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/28/frieren-beyond-journeys-end-anime-season-2-confirmed"><u>Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Anime Season 2 Confirmed</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/29/wistoria-wand-and-sword-anime-season-2-announced"><u>Wistoria: Wand and Sword Anime Gets 2nd Season</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/27/that-time-i-got-reincarnated-as-a-slime-season-4-new-film"><u>That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 4, New Film Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/25/exclusive-justice-ft-tame-impala-reveals-neverender-music-video-directed-by-masanobu-hiraoka"><u>Justice ft. Tame Impala Reveals "Neverender" Music Video Directed By Masanobu Hiraoka</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/26/sailor-moon-jimmy-choo-collab?srsltid=AfmBOoqn0iYGZGcecgW95HvO8fVgoWEYTKUeclMAD2_e5Gd53Ja4vGR9"><u>Sailor Moon Kicks off Second Collab with Jimmy Choo</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/25/studio-trigger-transformers-one-film-poster-masaru-sakamoto-gridman"><u>Studio TRIGGER Rolls Out Special Transformers One Film Poster</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/13/studio-trigger-transformers-40th-anniversary-video"><u>Studio TRIGGER Pays Tribute to Transformers in 40th Anniversary Video</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>DAN DA DAN Is Coming &amp; Devil May Cry Is Spiritually Anime | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect gang is back together, and they have anime to discuss! The DAN DA DAN anime is coming this fall, season 2 of Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian is in production, City manga is getting an anime adaptation, and more! PLUS, Devil May Cry may not be an anime, but who isn’t pumped for the animated series?!

One Piece Live-Action Series Finds Their Baroque Works Leaders, Miss All Sunday and Mr. 0

Crunchyroll Fall 2024 Anime Season Lineup Announced!

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Anime Season 2 in Production

Kyoto Animation Adapts Keiichi Arawi's City Manga For 2025 Anime

Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid Anime Film Announced

Devil May Cry Animated Series Set for April 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>DAN DA DAN Is Coming &amp; Devil May Cry Is Spiritually Anime</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect gang is back together, and they have anime to discuss! The DAN DA DAN anime is coming this fall, season 2 of Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian is in production, City manga is getting an anime adaptation, and more! PLUS, Devil May Cry may not be an anime, but who isn’t pumped for the animated series?!

One Piece Live-Action Series Finds Their Baroque Works Leaders, Miss All Sunday and Mr. 0

Crunchyroll Fall 2024 Anime Season Lineup Announced!

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Anime Season 2 in Production

Kyoto Animation Adapts Keiichi Arawi's City Manga For 2025 Anime

Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid Anime Film Announced

Devil May Cry Animated Series Set for April 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect gang is back together, and they have anime to discuss! The DAN DA DAN anime is coming this fall, season 2 of Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian is in production, City manga is getting an anime adaptation, and more! PLUS, Devil May Cry may not be an anime, but who isn’t pumped for the animated series?!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/20/one-piece-live-action-series-miss-all-sunday-mr-0-chopper-tease"><u>One Piece Live-Action Series Finds Their Baroque Works Leaders, Miss All Sunday and Mr. 0</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/seasonal-lineup/2024/9/18/fall-2024-anime-crunchyroll"><u>Crunchyroll Fall 2024 Anime Season Lineup Announced!</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/18/alya-sometimes-hides-her-feelings-in-russian-anime-season-2-announced"><u>Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Anime Season 2 in Production</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/21/kyoto-animation-adapts-keiichi-arawi-s-city-manga-for-2025-anime"><u>Kyoto Animation Adapts Keiichi Arawi's City Manga For 2025 Anime</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/21/miss-kobayashis-dragon-maid-anime-film-announced"><u>Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid Anime Film Announced</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/20/devil-may-cry-animated-series-april-2025"><u>Devil May Cry Animated Series Set for April 2025</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>A Guide to Turning Anime Newbies Into Diehard Fans (ft. OMA &amp; Shing02) | 32</title>
      <description>OMA stopped by The Anime Effect with Shing02, and they are anime baby birds who need YOUR anime recommendations! The pair shares how their Luv(sic) Hexalogy Tour came to be and what collaborations may be in store for their future discography...!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>A Guide to Turning Anime Newbies Into Diehard Fans (ft. OMA &amp; Shing02)</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>OMA stopped by The Anime Effect with Shing02, and they are anime baby birds who need YOUR anime recommendations! The pair shares how their Luv(sic) Hexalogy Tour came to be and what collaborations may be in store for their future discography...!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>OMA stopped by The Anime Effect with Shing02, and they are anime baby birds who need YOUR anime recommendations! The pair shares how their Luv(sic) Hexalogy Tour came to be and what collaborations may be in store for their future discography...!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
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  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Dragon Ball Daima Drops Big News &amp; BOCCHI THE ROCK! Hits Theaters | NEWS</title>
      <description>Just when you thought The Anime Effect couldn’t share more about Dragon Ball Daima, we have a release date! The hosts are back to talk all things Dragon Ball, Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Solo Leveling season 2, BOCCHI THE ROCK! films, and more. PLUS, they’re sharing how anime has changed their lives...!

Dragon Ball DAIMA Streams on Crunchyroll Starting October 11

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO Trailer Throws GT Characters into the Mix

Start Your Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Journey in This Overview Trailer

Solo Leveling Season 2 Premieres in January 2025

BOCCHI THE ROCK! Recap Part 1 &amp; 2 Anime Movie Worldwide Release Dates Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Dragon Ball Daima Drops Big News &amp; BOCCHI THE ROCK! Hits Theaters</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Just when you thought The Anime Effect couldn’t share more about Dragon Ball Daima, we have a release date! The hosts are back to talk all things Dragon Ball, Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Solo Leveling season 2, BOCCHI THE ROCK! films, and more. PLUS, they’re sharing how anime has changed their lives...!

Dragon Ball DAIMA Streams on Crunchyroll Starting October 11

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO Trailer Throws GT Characters into the Mix

Start Your Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Journey in This Overview Trailer

Solo Leveling Season 2 Premieres in January 2025

BOCCHI THE ROCK! Recap Part 1 &amp; 2 Anime Movie Worldwide Release Dates Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Just when you thought The Anime Effect couldn’t share more about Dragon Ball Daima, we have a release date! The hosts are back to talk all things Dragon Ball, Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Solo Leveling season 2, BOCCHI THE ROCK! films, and more. PLUS, they’re sharing how anime has changed their lives...!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/9/12/dragon-ball-daima-crunchyroll-october-11"><u>Dragon Ball DAIMA Streams on Crunchyroll Starting October 11</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/12/dragon-ball-sparking-zero-gt-characters"><u>DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO Trailer Throws GT Characters into the Mix</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/12/zelda-echoes-of-wisdom-overview-trailer?srsltid=AfmBOoopspvuxHMMK_qo9RIFIvWdx_zGjil7oldHzyGdljjGGp8WM3Az"><u>Start Your Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Journey in This Overview Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/16/solo-leveling-season-2-anime-january-2025"><u>Solo Leveling Season 2 Premieres in January 2025</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/9/16/bocchi-the-rock-recap-movies-worldwide-release-dates"><u>BOCCHI THE ROCK! Recap Part 1 &amp; 2 Anime Movie Worldwide Release Dates Announced</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>FLOW’s Anime OP Catalog Is TOO Powerful for One World Tour (ft FLOW) | 31</title>
      <description>Kohshi, Keigo, Take, Got's &amp; Iwasaki from FLOW are taking the stage with The Anime Effect! The stars stopped by Crunchyroll HQ while on their ANIME SHIBARI world tour to share what 20 years of making music means to them.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>31</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Kohshi, Keigo, Take, Got's &amp; Iwasaki from FLOW are taking the stage with The Anime Effect! The stars stopped by Crunchyroll HQ while on their ANIME SHIBARI world tour to share what 20 years of making music means to them.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Kohshi, Keigo, Take, Got's &amp; Iwasaki from FLOW are taking the stage with The Anime Effect! The stars stopped by Crunchyroll HQ while on their ANIME SHIBARI world tour to share what 20 years of making music means to them.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Stray Kids Return to Anime &amp; We Air Our Dirty Anime Laundry | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is BACK to break down the latest anime headlines, like SPY x FAMILY CODE: White coming to streaming, Dragon Ball Daima updates, Stray Kids' return to Tower of God, and more! PLUS, the hosts create anime starter packs for new fans and reveal which anime they began with low expectations that ended up blowing them away.

SPY x FAMILY CODE: White Anime Movie Streams on Crunchyroll Starting September 5

Dragon Ball Daima TV Anime Releases Main Trailer, Announces Opening Theme Song by Zedd, Yukinojo Mori, C&amp;K

Stray Kids to Perform New Opening, Ending Theme Song for Tower of God Season 2

Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection Adds More Nostalgic Games

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Stray Kids Return to Anime &amp; We Air Our Dirty Anime Laundry</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is BACK to break down the latest anime headlines, like SPY x FAMILY CODE: White coming to streaming, Dragon Ball Daima updates, Stray Kids' return to Tower of God, and more! PLUS, the hosts create anime starter packs for new fans and reveal which anime they began with low expectations that ended up blowing them away.

SPY x FAMILY CODE: White Anime Movie Streams on Crunchyroll Starting September 5

Dragon Ball Daima TV Anime Releases Main Trailer, Announces Opening Theme Song by Zedd, Yukinojo Mori, C&amp;K

Stray Kids to Perform New Opening, Ending Theme Song for Tower of God Season 2

Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection Adds More Nostalgic Games

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is BACK to break down the latest anime headlines, like SPY x FAMILY CODE: White coming to streaming, Dragon Ball Daima updates, Stray Kids' return to Tower of God, and more! PLUS, the hosts create anime starter packs for new fans and reveal which anime they began with low expectations that ended up blowing them away.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/9/4/spy-x-family-code-white-anime-movie-watch-stream-crunchyroll-september-5"><u>SPY x FAMILY CODE: White Anime Movie Streams on Crunchyroll Starting September 5</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/4/dragon-ball-daima-tv-anime-main-trailer-visual-theme-song-voice-cast"><u>Dragon Ball Daima TV Anime Releases Main Trailer, Announces Opening Theme Song by Zedd, Yukinojo Mori, C&amp;K</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/8/stray-kids-tower-of-god-season-2-opening-ending-song"><u>Stray Kids to Perform New Opening, Ending Theme Song for Tower of God Season 2</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/9/yu-gi-oh-early-days-collection-new-games"><u>Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection Adds More Nostalgic Games</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>The Apothecary Diaries Director Answers ALL Our Anime Questions (ft Norihiro Naganuma) | 30</title>
      <description>We open the Anime Expo Vault to share our conversation with the director of the Apothecary Diaries, Norihiro Naganuma. The Anime Effect chats with the anime executive about their favorite moments from Season 1 and what we can expect to see in Season 2.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>The Apothecary Diaries Directors Answers ALL Our Anime Questions (ft Norihiro Naganuma)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>2</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>30</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>We open the Anime Expo Vault to share our conversation with the director of the Apothecary Diaries, Norihiro Naganuma. The Anime Effect chats with the anime executive about their favorite moments from Season 1 and what we can expect to see in Season 2.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>We open the Anime Expo Vault to share our conversation with the director of the Apothecary Diaries, Norihiro Naganuma. The Anime Effect chats with the anime executive about their favorite moments from Season 1 and what we can expect to see in Season 2.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Dragon Ball Daima Drops News, Bananya Is Back &amp; Our Top Webtoon Recs | NEWS</title>
      <description>Even MORE Bananya &amp; Dragon Ball Daima are on the way! The Anime Effect is giving you ALL the details! PLUS, we’re sharing our favorite webtoon recommendations and the anime quotes you think we overlooked in our recent bracket!

Dragon Ball Daima TV Anime Starts October 11 With Extended 1st Episode

Bananya Around the World Anime Premieres October 2024, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

Attack on Titan Launches Next Collab Ride at Fuji-Q Highland Theme Park

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Takes Us to Tokyo in First Full Trailer

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Dragon Ball Daima Drops News, Bananya Is Back &amp; Our Top Webtoon Recs</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Even MORE Bananya &amp; Dragon Ball Daima are on the way! The Anime Effect is giving you ALL the details! PLUS, we’re sharing our favorite webtoon recommendations and the anime quotes you think we overlooked in our recent bracket!

Dragon Ball Daima TV Anime Starts October 11 With Extended 1st Episode

Bananya Around the World Anime Premieres October 2024, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

Attack on Titan Launches Next Collab Ride at Fuji-Q Highland Theme Park

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Takes Us to Tokyo in First Full Trailer

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Even MORE Bananya &amp; Dragon Ball Daima are on the way! The Anime Effect is giving you ALL the details! PLUS, we’re sharing our favorite webtoon recommendations and the anime quotes you think we overlooked in our recent bracket!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/9/2/dragon-ball-daima-tv-anime-october-11-premiere"><u>Dragon Ball Daima TV Anime Starts October 11 With Extended 1st Episode</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/8/27/bananya-around-the-world-anime-season-3-october-2024"><u>Bananya Around the World Anime Premieres October 2024, Will Stream on Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/8/28/attack-on-titan-launches-next-collab-ride-at-fuji-q-highland-theme-park"><u>Attack on Titan Launches Next Collab Ride at Fuji-Q Highland Theme Park</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/8/27/sonic-the-hedgehog-3-film-first-full-trailer?srsltid=AfmBOorL3WaLLHjZlrBakgvR45vR57rETM0NmtlQo5wqksjXTS2GKZUt"><u>Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Takes Us to Tokyo in First Full Trailer</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>How Samurai Champloo's Opening Made Anime History (ft Shing02 &amp; SPIN MASTER A-1) | 29</title>
      <description>Shing02 and SPIN MASTER A-1 are on The Anime Effect to reveal the real-life experiences that created the iconic song Battlecry, the OP of Samurai Champloo. PLUS, they discuss their current Luv(sic) Hexalogy Tour and share their biggest hip-hop inspirations.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 30 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>How Samurai Champloo's Opening Made Anime History (ft Shing02 &amp; SPIN MASTER A-1)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Shing02 and SPIN MASTER A-1 are on The Anime Effect to reveal the real-life experiences that created the iconic song Battlecry, the OP of Samurai Champloo. PLUS, they discuss their current Luv(sic) Hexalogy Tour and share their biggest hip-hop inspirations.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Shing02 and SPIN MASTER A-1 are on The Anime Effect to reveal the real-life experiences that created the iconic song <em>Battlecry,</em> the OP of <em>Samurai Champloo.</em> PLUS, they discuss their current Luv(sic) Hexalogy Tour and share their biggest hip-hop inspirations.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1890</itunes:duration>
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      <title>We Build Our Dream Anime Fighting Game: Choose Your Character | BONUS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is BACK with the hosts' final conversations from EVO 2024. Jaidlyn, Damascus &amp; Rynge share their dream anime fighting games, characters, and D&amp;D campaigns. Oh, and they dunk on Nick REPEATEDLY.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>We Build Our Dream Anime Fighting Game: Choose Your Character</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>bonus</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is BACK with the hosts' final conversations from EVO 2024. Jaidlyn, Damascus &amp; Rynge share their dream anime fighting games, characters, and D&amp;D campaigns. Oh, and they dunk on Nick REPEATEDLY.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is BACK with the hosts' final conversations from EVO 2024. Jaidlyn, Damascus &amp; Rynge share their dream anime fighting games, characters, and D&amp;D campaigns. Oh, and they dunk on Nick REPEATEDLY.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>One Piece Live-Action Cast Heats Up &amp; We Find Our Anime Twins | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect shares the latest casting updates from the live-action One Piece series, some exciting news from Nintendo, and the next anime films coming to theaters. THEN, the hosts recommend our favorite overpowered anime &amp; choose which anime characters they're most like.

One Piece Live-Action Casting Roundup

Nintendo Museum Opens Its Playful Doors in Japan on October 2

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Mobile Game Ends on November 28

KENSHI YONEZU 2023 TOUR / FANTASY Concert Film One-Day Theatrical Release Date Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect shares the latest casting updates from the live-action One Piece series, some exciting news from Nintendo, and the next anime films coming to theaters. THEN, the hosts recommend our favorite overpowered anime &amp; choose which anime characters they're most like.

One Piece Live-Action Casting Roundup

Nintendo Museum Opens Its Playful Doors in Japan on October 2

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Mobile Game Ends on November 28

KENSHI YONEZU 2023 TOUR / FANTASY Concert Film One-Day Theatrical Release Date Announced

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/8/22/one-piece-live-action-series-nefertari-cobra-casting"><u>One Piece Live-Action Casting Roundup</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/8/20/nintendo-museum-japan-october-2"><u>Nintendo Museum Opens Its Playful Doors in Japan on October 2</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/8/22/animal-crossing-pocket-camp-ends-november-28"><u>Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Mobile Game Ends on November 28</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/8/22/kenshi-yonezu-2023-tour-fantasy-concert-film-one-day-theatrical-release-date"><u>KENSHI YONEZU 2023 TOUR / FANTASY Concert Film One-Day Theatrical Release Date Announced</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Is This the Greatest Anime Quote of All Time?! | 28</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect's hosts choose their top anime quote of all time this week! With quotes from favorite characters like Monkey D. Luffy (One Piece), Kamina (Gurren Lagann), Mikasa Ackerman (Attack on Titan), and others... who will take the crown? It's time we find out.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Is This the Greatest Anime Quote of All Time?!</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect's hosts choose their top anime quote of all time this week! With quotes from favorite characters like Monkey D. Luffy (One Piece), Kamina (Gurren Lagann), Mikasa Ackerman (Attack on Titan), and others... who will take the crown? It's time we find out.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect's hosts choose their top anime quote of all time this week! With quotes from favorite characters like Monkey D. Luffy (One Piece), Kamina (Gurren Lagann), Mikasa Ackerman (Attack on Titan), and others... who will take the crown? It's time we find out.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Jujutsu Kaisen Is Seriously Ending...!? | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect gathers this week to mourn the end of the JUJUTSU KAISEN manga and get hyped for Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! anime. PLUS, the hosts debate which anime tournament arc is the best and ask which opening themes are criminally underrated.

Crunchyroll and Spotify Team Up to Spotlight Dedicated Anime Hub

Attack on Titan Caps Off Saga With Colossal THE FINAL CHAPTERS Compilation Anime Film

JUJUTSU KAISEN Manga Ends in 5 Chapters

Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! Manga Announces TV Anime Adaptation

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Jujutsu Kaisen Is Seriously Ending...!? </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect gathers this week to mourn the end of the JUJUTSU KAISEN manga and get hyped for Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! anime. PLUS, the hosts debate which anime tournament arc is the best and ask which opening themes are criminally underrated.

Crunchyroll and Spotify Team Up to Spotlight Dedicated Anime Hub

Attack on Titan Caps Off Saga With Colossal THE FINAL CHAPTERS Compilation Anime Film

JUJUTSU KAISEN Manga Ends in 5 Chapters

Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! Manga Announces TV Anime Adaptation

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect gathers this week to mourn the end of the JUJUTSU KAISEN manga and get hyped for <em>Go For It, Nakamura-kun!!</em> anime. PLUS, the hosts debate which anime tournament arc is the best and ask which opening themes are criminally underrated.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/8/19/anime-music-shelf-spotify-crunchyroll"><u>Crunchyroll and Spotify Team Up to Spotlight Dedicated Anime Hub</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/8/17/attack-on-titan-the-movie-the-last-attack-anime-film-announced"><u>Attack on Titan Caps Off Saga With Colossal THE FINAL CHAPTERS Compilation Anime Film</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/8/19/jujutsu-kaisen-manga-ending-september-30"><u>JUJUTSU KAISEN Manga Ends in 5 Chapters</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/8/15/go-for-it-nakamura-kun-manga-announces-tv-anime-adaptation"><u>Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! Manga Announces TV Anime Adaptation</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>My Hero Academia’s Deku and All Might Go PLUS ULTRA (ft Daiki Yamashita and Kenta Miyake) | 27</title>
      <description>My Hero Academia stars Daiki Yamashita and Kenta Miyake, the voices of Deku and All Might, are on The Anime Effect! The actors reveal which quirk they would choose to have in real life and what they hope fans take away from My Hero Academia. Listen in!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>My Hero Academia’s Deku and All Might Go PLUS ULTRA (ft Daiki Yamashita and Kenta Miyake)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>27</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>My Hero Academia stars Daiki Yamashita and Kenta Miyake, the voices of Deku and All Might, are on The Anime Effect! The actors reveal which quirk they would choose to have in real life and what they hope fans take away from My Hero Academia. Listen in!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>My Hero Academia stars Daiki Yamashita and Kenta Miyake, the voices of Deku and All Might, are on The Anime Effect! The actors reveal which quirk they would choose to have in real life and what they hope fans take away from My Hero Academia. Listen in!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>ONE PIECE REMAKE Gets an Update at Last! (ft. Lynzee Loveridge) | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is breaking down the hottest anime headlines with the help of Anime News Network’s Lynzee Loveridge. The gang discusses updates from THE ONE PIECE, The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World, SK8 the Infinity, Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE, and more!

THE ONE PIECE Remake Anime Sails With First Details on Production

Italian Rock Band Måneskin Goes Big for Summer Sonic with Attack on Titan Collab

The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World Anime Announced for January 2025

SK8 the Infinity Anime Spills the Tea on New OVA Visual

Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE Anime to Premiere in 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2024 14:54:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>ONE PIECE REMAKE Gets an Update at Last! (ft. Lynzee Loveridge) </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is breaking down the hottest anime headlines with the help of Anime News Network’s Lynzee Loveridge. The gang discusses updates from THE ONE PIECE, The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World, SK8 the Infinity, Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE, and more!

THE ONE PIECE Remake Anime Sails With First Details on Production

Italian Rock Band Måneskin Goes Big for Summer Sonic with Attack on Titan Collab

The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World Anime Announced for January 2025

SK8 the Infinity Anime Spills the Tea on New OVA Visual

Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE Anime to Premiere in 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is breaking down the hottest anime headlines with the help of Anime News Network’s Lynzee Loveridge. The gang discusses updates from THE ONE PIECE, The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World, SK8 the Infinity, Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE, and more!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/8/11/the-one-piece-remake-anime-main-staff-list"><u>THE ONE PIECE Remake Anime Sails With First Details on Production</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/8/5/attack-on-titan-hajime-isayama-maneskin-summer-sonic-illustration?srsltid=AfmBOooW1l35JWjY7bF4yoUozNF7F0Q5VDqMcffUZUCbC8F_1IsL3HMt"><u>Italian Rock Band Måneskin Goes Big for Summer Sonic with Attack on Titan Collab</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/8/8/the-red-ranger-becomes-an-adventurer-in-another-world-anime-announced-2025-teaser-trailer"><u>The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World Anime Announced for January 2025</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/8/8/sk8-the-infinity-anime-ova-adam-visual"><u>SK8 the Infinity Anime Spills the Tea on New OVA Visual</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/8/11/dr-stone-science-future-anime-to-premiere-in-2025"><u>Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE Anime to Premiere in 2025</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Watching ALL the Forbidden Anime with Denzel Curry | 26</title>
      <description>Rapper Denzel Curry joins The Anime Effect this week to discuss the impact anime has on his life and career. Plus, he dishes on the anime he (and his dad?!) hid from Denzel’s mom, no lie. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Watching ALL the Forbidden Anime with Denzel Curry</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:episode>26</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Rapper Denzel Curry joins The Anime Effect this week to discuss the impact anime has on his life and career. Plus, he dishes on the anime he (and his dad?!) hid from Denzel’s mom, no lie. 

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Rapper Denzel Curry joins The Anime Effect this week to discuss the impact anime has on his life and career. Plus, he dishes on the anime he (and his dad?!) hid from Denzel’s mom, no lie. </p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Which Cooking Anime Look Good Enough to Eat? | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is ready to load your watchlist with ALL the recommendations this week! The hosts are talking all things Kaiju No. 8 season 2, as well as how anime is being represented at the 2024 Olympics.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Which Cooking Anime Look Good Enough to Eat? </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is ready to load your watchlist with ALL the recommendations this week! The hosts are talking all things Kaiju No. 8 season 2, as well as how anime is being represented at the 2024 Olympics.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is ready to load your watchlist with ALL the recommendations this week! The hosts are talking all things Kaiju No. 8 season 2, as well as how anime is being represented at the 2024 Olympics.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>One Piece’s Top Villains Just Hijacked the Show | 25</title>
      <description>We’re celebrating 25 years of One Piece with the English voices of some of your favorite One Piece villains at SDCC. The Anime Effect discovers what it’s like to play the villain from voice actors Robert McCollum (Donquixote Doflamingo), Chris Rager (Blackbeard &amp; Arlong), and Kent Williams (Kuro &amp; Dr. Vegapunk). PLUS, we hear from Matt Mercer  (Trafalgar Law) about his favorite One Piece scenes of all time!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President





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      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>One Piece’s Top Villains Just Hijacked the Show</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>25</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>We’re celebrating 25 years of One Piece with the English voices of some of your favorite One Piece villains at SDCC. The Anime Effect discovers what it’s like to play the villain from voice actors Robert McCollum (Donquixote Doflamingo), Chris Rager (Blackbeard &amp; Arlong), and Kent Williams (Kuro &amp; Dr. Vegapunk). PLUS, we hear from Matt Mercer  (Trafalgar Law) about his favorite One Piece scenes of all time!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President





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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul>
<p><br></p>
<p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>S-Tier Anime Recs &amp; Reviving a SPICY Isekai Debate | NEWS</title>
      <description>We are revisiting our hottest isekai anime debate this week on The Anime Effect... but first! We're going over Delicious in Dungeon, Naruto, A Couple of Cuckoos, and Guilty Gear -Strive-. PLUS, the hosts share their god-tier anime recs (and yours!).

Delicious in Dungeon Anime Prepares a Symphony of Flavor with Concert Event

Shohei Ohtani Walks Up to JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Song During LA Dodgers Game

Naruto Teams Up with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in Crossover Comic

Guilty Gear -Strive- Season 4 Reveals Lucy from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners

A Couple of Cuckoos Season 2 Anime Announced for 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>S-Tier Anime Recs &amp; Reviving a SPICY Isekai Debate</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>We are revisiting our hottest isekai anime debate this week on The Anime Effect... but first! We're going over Delicious in Dungeon, Naruto, A Couple of Cuckoos, and Guilty Gear -Strive-. PLUS, the hosts share their god-tier anime recs (and yours!).

Delicious in Dungeon Anime Prepares a Symphony of Flavor with Concert Event

Shohei Ohtani Walks Up to JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Song During LA Dodgers Game

Naruto Teams Up with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in Crossover Comic

Guilty Gear -Strive- Season 4 Reveals Lucy from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners

A Couple of Cuckoos Season 2 Anime Announced for 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>We are revisiting our hottest isekai anime debate this week on The Anime Effect... but first! We're going over Delicious in Dungeon, Naruto, A Couple of Cuckoos, and Guilty Gear -Strive-. PLUS, the hosts share their god-tier anime recs (and yours!).</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/24/delicious-in-dungeon-in-concert-date-venue-visual">Delicious in Dungeon Anime Prepares a Symphony of Flavor with Concert Event</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/24/shohei-ohtani-jojos-bizarre-adventure-song-dodgers">Shohei Ohtani Walks Up to JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Song During LA Dodgers Game</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/22/naruto-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-crossover-comic">Naruto Teams Up with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in Crossover Comic</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/22/guilty-gear-strive-season-4-lucy-cyberpunk-edgerunners">Guilty Gear -Strive- Season 4 Reveals Lucy from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/26/a-couple-of-cuckoos-season-2-anime-announced-for-2025">A Couple of Cuckoos Season 2 Anime Announced for 2025</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Your Fave EVO Pros Confess Their Anime Crimes LIVE | 24</title>
      <description>Coming to you from EVO 2024 in Las Vegas, The Anime Effect talks to some of the top competitors and commentators in the gaming community. Listen as Justin Wong, IFC Yipes, and Tyrant gush over the iconic anime they love &amp; reveal the ones they haven’t yet watched.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Your Fave EVO Pros Confess Their Anime Crimes LIVE </itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>24</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Coming to you from EVO 2024 in Las Vegas, The Anime Effect talks to some of the top competitors and commentators in the gaming community. Listen as Justin Wong, IFC Yipes, and Tyrant gush over the iconic anime they love &amp; reveal the ones they haven’t yet watched.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>What Makes an Anime a Must-Watch?? (ft. Lena Lemon) | NEWS</title>
      <description>Coming LIVE from EVO 2024 in Las Vegas, The Anime Effect is joined by Lena Lemon to talk all things anime and gaming. Catch up on the latest updates for Ranma 1/2, Dragon Ball Daima, Solo Leveling, and the Honkai Star Rail x Fate/Stay Night collab. PLUS, the hosts ask: "What's one thing you always look for in an anime?"

Ranma 1/2 Anime Returns With Original Voice Cast on October 5

Dragon Ball Daima Anime Promises a Grand Adventure in New Trailer

Solo Leveling Manhwa Continues with Ragnarok Sequel Series This August

Honkai Star Rail x Fate/Stay night Collab to Kick Off in 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jul 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Coming LIVE from EVO 2024 in Las Vegas, The Anime Effect is joined by Lena Lemon to talk all things anime and gaming. Catch up on the latest updates for Ranma 1/2, Dragon Ball Daima, Solo Leveling, and the Honkai Star Rail x Fate/Stay Night collab. PLUS, the hosts ask: "What's one thing you always look for in an anime?"

Ranma 1/2 Anime Returns With Original Voice Cast on October 5

Dragon Ball Daima Anime Promises a Grand Adventure in New Trailer

Solo Leveling Manhwa Continues with Ragnarok Sequel Series This August

Honkai Star Rail x Fate/Stay night Collab to Kick Off in 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Coming LIVE from EVO 2024 in Las Vegas, The Anime Effect is joined by Lena Lemon to talk all things anime and gaming. Catch up on the latest updates for Ranma 1/2, Dragon Ball Daima, Solo Leveling, and the Honkai Star Rail x Fate/Stay Night collab. PLUS, the hosts ask: "What's one thing you always look for in an anime?"</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/17/new-ranma-anime-first-trailer-visual-october-5"><u>Ranma 1/2 Anime Returns With Original Voice Cast on October 5</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/19/dragon-ball-daima-anime-october-2024-new-characters"><u>Dragon Ball Daima Anime Promises a Grand Adventure in New Trailer</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/16/solo-leveling-ragnarok-sequel-manhwa"><u>Solo Leveling Manhwa Continues with Ragnarok Sequel Series This August</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/19/honkai-star-rail-fate-stay-night-collab-2025"><u>Honkai Star Rail x Fate/Stay night Collab to Kick Off in 2025</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Anime Bangers &amp; Manga Matchmaking w/ MAN WITH A MISSION | 23</title>
      <description>Jean-Ken Johnny of MAN WITH A MISSION joins The Anime Effect this week! He shares his band’s epic origin story, how they create music for anime, and the manga he can’t get enough of. Tune in!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Anime Bangers &amp; Manga Matchmaking w/ MAN WITH A MISSION</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Jean-Ken Johnny of MAN WITH A MISSION joins The Anime Effect this week! He shares his band’s epic origin story, how they create music for anime, and the manga he can’t get enough of. Tune in!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Jean-Ken Johnny of MAN WITH A MISSION joins The Anime Effect this week! He shares his band’s epic origin story, how they create music for anime, and the manga he can’t get enough of. Tune in!</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>We Rank Anime Power Systems Like Responsible Adults | NEWS </title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is ready to answer all YOUR anime questions! Get hyped for some exclusive San Diego Comic-Con concerts, the SANDA TV anime, and Frieren: Beyond Journey's End as it goes to war for a big award. THEN, hosts reveal their fave 2024 anime power system!

Toei Animation and Crunchyroll Announce One Piece 25th Anniversary: Symphonic Voyage Concert for San Diego Comic-Con

Crunchyroll Brings LiSA to the Stage for San Diego Comic-Con Concert

Paru Itagaki's SANDA Manga Gets TV Anime from Science SARU

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, Solo Leveling and More Nominated for Astra TV Awards 

Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 4 Anime Announced for 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>We Rank Anime Power Systems Like Responsible Adults</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is ready to answer all YOUR anime questions! Get hyped for some exclusive San Diego Comic-Con concerts, the SANDA TV anime, and Frieren: Beyond Journey's End as it goes to war for a big award. THEN, hosts reveal their fave 2024 anime power system!

Toei Animation and Crunchyroll Announce One Piece 25th Anniversary: Symphonic Voyage Concert for San Diego Comic-Con

Crunchyroll Brings LiSA to the Stage for San Diego Comic-Con Concert

Paru Itagaki's SANDA Manga Gets TV Anime from Science SARU

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, Solo Leveling and More Nominated for Astra TV Awards 

Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 4 Anime Announced for 2025

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is ready to answer all YOUR anime questions! Get hyped for some exclusive San Diego Comic-Con concerts, the SANDA TV anime, and Frieren: Beyond Journey's End as it goes to war for a big award. THEN, hosts reveal their fave 2024 anime power system!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/7/10/crunchyroll-toei-one-piece-concert-san-diego-comic-con">Toei Animation and Crunchyroll Announce One Piece 25th Anniversary: Symphonic Voyage Concert for San Diego Comic-Con</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/7/10/lisa-crunchyroll-concert-series-san-diego-comic-con">Crunchyroll Brings LiSA to the Stage for San Diego Comic-Con Concert</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/10/paru-itagaki-sanda-anime-science-saru">Paru Itagaki's SANDA Manga Gets TV Anime from Science SARU</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/9/frieren-beyond-journeys-end-solo-leveling-astra-awards">Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, Solo Leveling and More Nominated for Astra TV Awards </a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/11/rent-a-girlfriend-season-4-announced">Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 4 Anime Announced for 2025</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>LiSA Reveals Her Setlist Secrets, Anime Obsessions &amp; Favorite Minions | 22</title>
      <description>Global sensation LiSA is joining The Anime Effect this week! LiSA is dishing behind-the-scenes secrets about her concert film LiVE is SMiLE ALWAYS -LANDER-, designing her San Diego Comic-Con concert set list, and, of course, gushing over her beloved Minions.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>LiSA Reveals Her Setlist Secrets, Anime Obsessions &amp; Favorite Minions</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Global sensation LiSA is joining The Anime Effect this week! LiSA is dishing behind-the-scenes secrets about her concert film LiVE is SMiLE ALWAYS -LANDER-, designing her San Diego Comic-Con concert set list, and, of course, gushing over her beloved Minions.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Global sensation LiSA is joining The Anime Effect this week! LiSA is dishing behind-the-scenes secrets about her concert film LiVE is SMiLE ALWAYS -LANDER-, designing her San Diego Comic-Con concert set list, and, of course, gushing over her beloved Minions.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>The BIGGEST Anime Expo 2024 Moments Went Too Hard | NEWS</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect's hosts are BACK from Anime Expo 2024, and they have so many stories to tell. From the best panels to meeting fans in person, the gang is sharing all their favorite moments and announcements from Anime Expo 2024, from TRIGUN STARGAZE to PANTY &amp; STOCKING.

TRIGUN STAMPEDE “Final Phase” Revealed as TRIGUN STARGAZE

Fire Force Season 3 Anime Comes to Crunchyroll April 2025

New PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT Anime Reveals Latest Teaser Visual, Main Staff, 2025 Release (UPDATED)

Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Anime Announced, Crunchyroll to Stream

Omniscient Reader Anime Officially Announced by Aniplex and Crunchyroll

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jul 2024 22:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>The BIGGEST Anime Expo 2024 Moments Went Too Hard </itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect's hosts are BACK from Anime Expo 2024, and they have so many stories to tell. From the best panels to meeting fans in person, the gang is sharing all their favorite moments and announcements from Anime Expo 2024, from TRIGUN STARGAZE to PANTY &amp; STOCKING.

TRIGUN STAMPEDE “Final Phase” Revealed as TRIGUN STARGAZE

Fire Force Season 3 Anime Comes to Crunchyroll April 2025

New PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT Anime Reveals Latest Teaser Visual, Main Staff, 2025 Release (UPDATED)

Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Anime Announced, Crunchyroll to Stream

Omniscient Reader Anime Officially Announced by Aniplex and Crunchyroll

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect's hosts are BACK from Anime Expo 2024, and they have so many stories to tell. From the best panels to meeting fans in person, the gang is sharing all their favorite moments and announcements from Anime Expo 2024, from TRIGUN STARGAZE to PANTY &amp; STOCKING.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/4/trigun-stampede-final-phase-trigun-stargaze"><u>TRIGUN STAMPEDE “Final Phase” Revealed as TRIGUN STARGAZE</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/7/7/fire-force-season-3-anime-april-2025-crunchyroll"><u>Fire Force Season 3 Anime Comes to Crunchyroll April 2025</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/7/4/new-panty-stocking-with-garterbelt-anime-teaser-visual-staff"><u>New PANTY &amp; STOCKING with GARTERBELT Anime Reveals Latest Teaser Visual, Main Staff, 2025 Release (UPDATED)</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/7/6/black-butler-emerald-witch-arc-anime-crunchyroll"><u>Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Anime Announced, Crunchyroll to Stream</u></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/7/7/omniscient-reader-anime-announced-aniplex-crunchyroll"><u>Omniscient Reader Anime Officially Announced by Aniplex and Crunchyroll</u></a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Demon Slayer Movie News &amp; Megan Thee Stallion’s JJK Homage | 21</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect crew is living it up at Anime Expo and discussing the biggest headlines this week! Listen in to learn about the just-announced Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Movie Trilogy, Megan Thee Stallion’s love letter to JUJUTSU KAISEN, and our reaction to Suicide Squad Isekai.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Movie Trilogy Announced

Megan Thee Stallion Samples JUJUTSU KAISEN Soundtrack on New Song 'Otaku Hot Girl'

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Demon Slayer Movie News &amp; Megan Thee Stallion’s JJK Homage</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect crew is living it up at Anime Expo and discussing the biggest headlines this week! Listen in to learn about the just-announced Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Movie Trilogy, Megan Thee Stallion’s love letter to JUJUTSU KAISEN, and our reaction to Suicide Squad Isekai.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Movie Trilogy Announced

Megan Thee Stallion Samples JUJUTSU KAISEN Soundtrack on New Song 'Otaku Hot Girl'

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect crew is living it up at Anime Expo and discussing the biggest headlines this week! Listen in to learn about the just-announced Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Movie Trilogy, Megan Thee Stallion’s love letter to JUJUTSU KAISEN, and our reaction to Suicide Squad Isekai.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/6/30/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-movie-trilogy-crunchyroll">Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Movie Trilogy Announced</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/6/28/megan-thee-stallion-sample-jujutsu-kaisen-soundtrack-hot-girl-otaku">Megan Thee Stallion Samples JUJUTSU KAISEN Soundtrack on New Song 'Otaku Hot Girl'</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Labrinth’s Gateway Anime Will Break Your Brain | 20</title>
      <description>GRAMMY-nominated artist &amp; Euphoria composer Labrinth joins The Anime Effect to talk about his wild gateway anime, how TikTok is shaping the music industry, and how anime inspires his concerts. Plus, Noah Lyles reps Yu-Gi-Oh!, LiSA comes to theaters, and David Dastmalchian joins the cast of the One Piece live-action show.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Labrinth’s Gateway Anime Will Break Your Brain</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>GRAMMY-nominated artist &amp; Euphoria composer Labrinth joins The Anime Effect to talk about his wild gateway anime, how TikTok is shaping the music industry, and how anime inspires his concerts. Plus, Noah Lyles reps Yu-Gi-Oh!, LiSA comes to theaters, and David Dastmalchian joins the cast of the One Piece live-action show.

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>GRAMMY-nominated artist &amp; Euphoria composer Labrinth joins The Anime Effect to talk about his wild gateway anime, how TikTok is shaping the music industry, and how anime inspires his concerts. Plus, Noah Lyles reps Yu-Gi-Oh!, LiSA comes to theaters, and David Dastmalchian joins the cast of the One Piece live-action show.</p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Black Butler Is Back in Session w/ the Voices of Ciel &amp; Sebastian | 19</title>
      <description>Black Butler's Ciel and Sebastian react to the anime’s return and share behind-the-scenes details on the Public School Arc. But first! The Anime Effect shares what Nintendo Direct reveals they’re most anticipating, what we know about Delicious in Dungeon season 2, and more.

ROUNDUP: Nintendo Primes Fans With New Metroid Teaser, New Zelda Game

Fitness Boxing Feat. HATSUNE MIKU Gets in the Ring on Switch This Fall

Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME Announced for Mobile and PC

Delicious in Dungeon Season 2 Anime Officially Announced

I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability Season 2 Confirmed

Gachiakuta Manga Announces TV Anime Adaptation for 2025

Crunchyroll Summer 2024 Anime Season Lineup Announced!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Black Butler Is Back in Session w/ the Voices of Ciel &amp; Sebastian</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:summary>Black Butler's Ciel and Sebastian react to the anime’s return and share behind-the-scenes details on the Public School Arc. But first! The Anime Effect shares what Nintendo Direct reveals they’re most anticipating, what we know about Delicious in Dungeon season 2, and more.

ROUNDUP: Nintendo Primes Fans With New Metroid Teaser, New Zelda Game

Fitness Boxing Feat. HATSUNE MIKU Gets in the Ring on Switch This Fall

Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME Announced for Mobile and PC

Delicious in Dungeon Season 2 Anime Officially Announced

I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability Season 2 Confirmed

Gachiakuta Manga Announces TV Anime Adaptation for 2025

Crunchyroll Summer 2024 Anime Season Lineup Announced!

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Black Butler's Ciel and Sebastian react to the anime’s return and share behind-the-scenes details on the Public School Arc. But first! The Anime Effect shares what Nintendo Direct reveals they’re most anticipating, what we know about Delicious in Dungeon season 2, and more.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/6/18/nintendo-direct-june-2024-round-up">ROUNDUP: Nintendo Primes Fans With New Metroid Teaser, New Zelda Game</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/6/12/fitness-boxing-feat-hatsune-miku-release-date">Fitness Boxing Feat. HATSUNE MIKU Gets in the Ring on Switch This Fall</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/6/15/kaiju-no-8-game-mobile-pc">Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME Announced for Mobile and PC</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/6/13/delicious-in-dungeon-anime-season-2-announced">Delicious in Dungeon Season 2 Anime Officially Announced</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/6/17/i-was-reincarnated-as-the-7th-prince-season-2-anime">I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability Season 2 Confirmed</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/6/13/gachiakuta-tv-anime-adaptation-studio-bones-2025">Gachiakuta Manga Announces TV Anime Adaptation for 2025</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/seasonal-lineup/2024/6/18/summer-2024-anime-crunchyroll">Crunchyroll Summer 2024 Anime Season Lineup Announced!</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>These Are the 50 ESSENTIAL Manga Everyone Needs to Read | 18</title>
      <description>Writer Bri Lawrence joins The Anime Effect to talk about her new book, The Essential Manga Guide: 50 Series Every Manga Fan Should Know! Plus, the hosts break down the best queer manga, top-tier magical girl stories, and SPY x FAMILY season 3!

SPY x FAMILY Season 3 Announced

Crunchyroll Anime Expo Panels + Premieres

Crunchyroll to Bring BOCCHI THE ROCK! Recap Movies to North American Theaters

Seven New Series Coming to Crunchyroll Starting this Summer

BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- Anime Movie North America Tickets Now on Sale

Sailor Moon Cosmos Anime Films Reveals Global Streaming Date

MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES Anime 2nd Opening Song Tops Billboard Japan's Overall Song Charts for First Half of 2024

Speaking of OPs, the results are in for your favorite spring OPs!

The Essential Manga Guide: 50 Series Every Manga Fan Should Know

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 14 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>These Are the 50 ESSENTIAL Manga Everyone Needs to Read</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Writer Bri Lawrence joins The Anime Effect to talk about her new book, The Essential Manga Guide: 50 Series Every Manga Fan Should Know! Plus, the hosts break down the best queer manga, top-tier magical girl stories, and SPY x FAMILY season 3!

SPY x FAMILY Season 3 Announced

Crunchyroll Anime Expo Panels + Premieres

Crunchyroll to Bring BOCCHI THE ROCK! Recap Movies to North American Theaters

Seven New Series Coming to Crunchyroll Starting this Summer

BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- Anime Movie North America Tickets Now on Sale

Sailor Moon Cosmos Anime Films Reveals Global Streaming Date

MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES Anime 2nd Opening Song Tops Billboard Japan's Overall Song Charts for First Half of 2024

Speaking of OPs, the results are in for your favorite spring OPs!

The Essential Manga Guide: 50 Series Every Manga Fan Should Know

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Writer Bri Lawrence joins The Anime Effect to talk about her new book, The Essential Manga Guide: 50 Series Every Manga Fan Should Know! Plus, the hosts break down the best queer manga, top-tier magical girl stories, and SPY x FAMILY season 3!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/6/9/spy-x-family-season-3-anime-announced">SPY x FAMILY Season 3 Announced</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/6/5/anime-expo-2024-panels-premieres-schedule">Crunchyroll Anime Expo Panels + Premieres</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/6/5/crunchyroll-bocchi-the-rock-recap-movies-north-american-theaters">Crunchyroll to Bring BOCCHI THE ROCK! Recap Movies to North American Theaters</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/6/5/witch-hat-atelier-arifureta-season-3-anime-crunchyroll">Seven New Series Coming to Crunchyroll Starting this Summer</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/6/7/blue-lock-the-movie-episode-nagi-anime-movie-tickets-on-sale">BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- Anime Movie North America Tickets Now on Sale</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/6/7/sailor-moon-cosmos-anime-film-global-streaming-date">Sailor Moon Cosmos Anime Films Reveals Global Streaming Date</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/6/7/mashle-magic-and-muscles-anime-2nd-opening-theme-tops-billboard-japan-overall-song-charts-of-first-half-2024">MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES Anime 2nd Opening Song Tops Billboard Japan's Overall Song Charts for First Half of 2024</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/quizzes/2024/6/8/anime-op-poll-results-spring-2024">Speaking of OPs, the results are in for your favorite spring OPs!</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Essential-Manga-Guide-Every-Should/dp/0762481781">The Essential Manga Guide: 50 Series Every Manga Fan Should Know</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Olympian Sarah Pavan Takes the ULTIMATE Sports Anime Quiz | 17</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect quizzes Olympian Sarah Pavan on her sports anime knowledge and finds out what anime has brought the athlete to tears. Before that, though, the hosts share their excitement for Attack on Titan the Musical, a massive Legend of Zelda LEGO set, and more.

ATTACK on TITAN: The Musical Heads to New York with Exclusive Crunchyroll Presale

Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League Anime Film Sequel Announced

Your Top 10 Comfort Anime Characters Revealed

The Legend of Zelda Great Deku Tree LEGO Set Launches This September for $300

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Olympian Sarah Pavan Takes the ULTIMATE Sports Anime Quiz</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect quizzes Olympian Sarah Pavan on her sports anime knowledge and finds out what anime has brought the athlete to tears. Before that, though, the hosts share their excitement for Attack on Titan the Musical, a massive Legend of Zelda LEGO set, and more.

ATTACK on TITAN: The Musical Heads to New York with Exclusive Crunchyroll Presale

Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League Anime Film Sequel Announced

Your Top 10 Comfort Anime Characters Revealed

The Legend of Zelda Great Deku Tree LEGO Set Launches This September for $300

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect quizzes Olympian Sarah Pavan on her sports anime knowledge and finds out what anime has brought the athlete to tears. Before that, though, the hosts share their excitement for Attack on Titan the Musical, a massive Legend of Zelda LEGO set, and more.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/29/attack-on-titan-the-musical-crunchyroll-presale">ATTACK on TITAN: The Musical Heads to New York with Exclusive Crunchyroll Presale</a><br></p>
<p><br><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/30/batman-ninja-vs-yakuza-league-anime-film-sequel-announcement">Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League Anime Film Sequel Announced</a><br></p>
<p><br><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/quizzes/2024/5/30/top-comfort-anime-characters">Your Top 10 Comfort Anime Characters Revealed</a><br></p>
<p><br><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/28/legend-of-zelda-great-deku-tree-lego">The Legend of Zelda Great Deku Tree LEGO Set Launches This September for $300</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Kaiju No. 8 Stars Spill Anime Secrets &amp; Monster Energy | 16</title>
      <description>Kaiju No. 8 stars Abigail Blythe, Adam McArthur, and Nazeeh Tarsha join The Anime Effect to share the joys and challenges of the hit dub. But first! The hosts react to the Sakamoto Days trailer, disclose their hopes for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba tour, and reveal the first anime soundtracks they ever bought.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Live Concert Heads to San Francisco, New York

Hikaru Utada Re-Records "Simple and Clean" for Kingdom Hearts Steam Trailer

Hello Kitty and CLAMP Collab for Magical Cardcaptor Sakura Redesign

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Kaiju No. 8 Stars Spill Anime Secrets &amp; Monster Energy</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Kaiju No. 8 stars Abigail Blythe, Adam McArthur, and Nazeeh Tarsha join The Anime Effect to share the joys and challenges of the hit dub. But first! The hosts react to the Sakamoto Days trailer, disclose their hopes for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba tour, and reveal the first anime soundtracks they ever bought.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Live Concert Heads to San Francisco, New York

Hikaru Utada Re-Records "Simple and Clean" for Kingdom Hearts Steam Trailer

Hello Kitty and CLAMP Collab for Magical Cardcaptor Sakura Redesign

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>Kaiju No. 8 stars Abigail Blythe, Adam McArthur, and Nazeeh Tarsha join The Anime Effect to share the joys and challenges of the hit dub. But first! The hosts react to the Sakamoto Days trailer, disclose their hopes for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba tour, and reveal the first anime soundtracks they ever bought.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/5/21/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-live-concert-san-francisco-new-york">Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Live Concert Heads to San Francisco, New York</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/22/hikaru-utada-simple-and-clean-kingdom-hearts-steam">Hikaru Utada Re-Records "Simple and Clean" for Kingdom Hearts Steam Trailer</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/23/sanrio-hello-kitty-clamp-cardcaptor-sakura-collab">Hello Kitty and CLAMP Collab for Magical Cardcaptor Sakura Redesign</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>X-Men ’97 Is Channeling Anime Energy w/ Actor Lenore Zann | 15</title>
      <description>Lenore Zann, the voice actor of Rogue, joins The Anime Effect to talk X-Men ‘97 and anime! The Anime Effect is breaking down this week’s top anime and gaming news, including the release of DEAD DEAD DEMONS DEDEDEDE DESTRUCTION, Naruto’s collaboration with Crocs, One Piece’s Las Vegas celebration, and more.

DEAD DEAD DEMONS DEDEDEDE DESTRUCTION to Stream on Crunchyroll in New Episodic Format

One Piece Anime to Take Over Exterior of Las Vegas Sphere This June

Naruto Crocs Collection Drops at Foot Locker on June 6

Mobile Suit Gundam Teams Up with Call of Duty for New Collaboration

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>X-Men ’97 Is Channeling Anime Energy w/ Actor Lenore Zann</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Lenore Zann, the voice actor of Rogue, joins The Anime Effect to talk X-Men ‘97 and anime! The Anime Effect is breaking down this week’s top anime and gaming news, including the release of DEAD DEAD DEMONS DEDEDEDE DESTRUCTION, Naruto’s collaboration with Crocs, One Piece’s Las Vegas celebration, and more.

DEAD DEAD DEMONS DEDEDEDE DESTRUCTION to Stream on Crunchyroll in New Episodic Format

One Piece Anime to Take Over Exterior of Las Vegas Sphere This June

Naruto Crocs Collection Drops at Foot Locker on June 6

Mobile Suit Gundam Teams Up with Call of Duty for New Collaboration

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Lenore Zann, the voice actor of Rogue, joins The Anime Effect to talk X-Men ‘97 and anime! The Anime Effect is breaking down this week’s top anime and gaming news, including the release of DEAD DEAD DEMONS DEDEDEDE DESTRUCTION, Naruto’s collaboration with Crocs, One Piece’s Las Vegas celebration, and more.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/5/20/dead-dead-demons-inio-asano-anime-streaming">DEAD DEAD DEMONS DEDEDEDE DESTRUCTION to Stream on Crunchyroll in New Episodic Format</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/20/one-piece-anime-to-take-over-exterior-of-las-vegas-sphere-this-june">One Piece Anime to Take Over Exterior of Las Vegas Sphere This June</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/16/naruto-crocs-collection-drops-at-foot-locker-on-june-6">Naruto Crocs Collection Drops at Foot Locker on June 6</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/20/mobile-suit-gundam-call-of-duty-collaboration">Mobile Suit Gundam Teams Up with Call of Duty for New Collaboration</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Cyberpunk: Edgerunners LIVES &amp; the Return of Haikyu!! (ft 24kGoldn) | 14</title>
      <description>24kGoldn joins The Anime Effect to dish on his favorite anime, how anime inspires his creativity, and to ask our hosts what show he should watch next. PLUS, the gang shares their predictions for the Nintendo Switch successor, gets hyped for HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle movie, and takes a peek at the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners TTRPG.

HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle Anime Movie Tickets Now on   Sale   

Nintendo Confirms Switch Successor, To Be Announced Within   12 Months   

My Hero Academia Fortnite Collab Releases the League of   Villains Collection   

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Tabletop RPG Kit Reveals New   Details, Hiroyuki Imaishi Art

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Cyberpunk: Edgerunners LIVES &amp; the Return of Haikyu!! (ft 24kGoldn)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>24kGoldn joins The Anime Effect to dish on his favorite anime, how anime inspires his creativity, and to ask our hosts what show he should watch next. PLUS, the gang shares their predictions for the Nintendo Switch successor, gets hyped for HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle movie, and takes a peek at the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners TTRPG.

HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle Anime Movie Tickets Now on   Sale   

Nintendo Confirms Switch Successor, To Be Announced Within   12 Months   

My Hero Academia Fortnite Collab Releases the League of   Villains Collection   

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Tabletop RPG Kit Reveals New   Details, Hiroyuki Imaishi Art

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>24kGoldn joins The Anime Effect to dish on his favorite anime, how anime inspires his creativity, and to ask our hosts what show he should watch next. PLUS, the gang shares their predictions for the Nintendo Switch successor, gets hyped for HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle movie, and takes a peek at the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners TTRPG.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/5/10/haikyu-the-dumpster-battle-anime-movie-tickets-on-sale">HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle Anime Movie Tickets Now on   Sale</a>   </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/7/nintendo-confirms-switch-successor">Nintendo Confirms Switch Successor, To Be Announced Within   12 Months</a>   </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/11/my-hero-academia-fortnite-shigaraki-dabi-toga">My Hero Academia Fortnite Collab Releases the League of   Villains Collection</a>   </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/7/cyberpunk-edgerunners-mission-kit-date-hiroyuki-imaishi-art">Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Tabletop RPG Kit Reveals New   Details, Hiroyuki Imaishi Art</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Making Anime History w/ Attack on Titan Star Bryce Papenbrook | 13</title>
      <description>Actor Bryce Papenbrook joins The Anime Effect to reveal why he loves dubbing our favorite anime, how entering the booth blind for Attack on Titan impacted his performance, and to test his knowledge of his own roles. But first, the hosts gush over the new Hatsune Miku x Magic: The Gathering collection!

Hatsune Miku is On the Cards for Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair Set

HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle Passes 10 Billion Yen Milestone at Japan Box Office

BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- Anime Film Releases 'Nagi &amp; Reo Ego' Trailer

BLUE LOCK Season 2 Anime Begins in October 2024

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 3, Nina the Starry Bride, Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister to Stream on Crunchyroll

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Making Anime History w/ Attack on Titan Star Bryce Papenbrook</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Actor Bryce Papenbrook joins The Anime Effect to reveal why he loves dubbing our favorite anime, how entering the booth blind for Attack on Titan impacted his performance, and to test his knowledge of his own roles. But first, the hosts gush over the new Hatsune Miku x Magic: The Gathering collection!

Hatsune Miku is On the Cards for Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair Set

HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle Passes 10 Billion Yen Milestone at Japan Box Office

BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- Anime Film Releases 'Nagi &amp; Reo Ego' Trailer

BLUE LOCK Season 2 Anime Begins in October 2024

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 3, Nina the Starry Bride, Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister to Stream on Crunchyroll

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Actor Bryce Papenbrook joins <em>The Anime Effect</em> to reveal why he loves dubbing our favorite anime, how entering the booth blind for Attack on Titan impacted his performance, and to test his knowledge of his own roles. But first, the hosts gush over the new Hatsune Miku x Magic: The Gathering collection!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/30/hatsune-miku-magic-the-gathering-secret-lair-collaboration">Hatsune Miku is On the Cards for Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair Set</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/1/haikyu-the-dumpster-battle-passes-10-billion-yen-japan-box-office">HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle Passes 10 Billion Yen Milestone at Japan Box Office</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/1/blue-lock-the-movie-episode-nagi-anime-film-nagi-and-reo-ego-trailer">BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- Anime Film Releases 'Nagi &amp; Reo Ego' Trailer</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/5/6/blue-lock-anime-season-2-october-2024-release-date">BLUE LOCK Season 2 Anime Begins in October 2024</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/5/5/rezero-season-3-nina-the-starry-bride-amagami-sister-anime-streaming-2024">Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 3, Nina the Starry Bride, Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister to Stream on Crunchyroll</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>NFL Star Jamaal Williams Runs on Anime Energy &amp; Cat Dad Vibes | 12</title>
      <description>NFL icon and anime fan Jamaal Williams joins The Anime Effect to share why he reps anime so hard, the shows inspiring him, and who he would draft for his all-anime dream team. The hosts also gush over some new JUJUTSU KAISEN and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure merch, the return of the Black Butler &amp; The Quintessential Quintuplets, and more!

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

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>NFL Star Jamaal Williams Runs on Anime Energy &amp; Cat Dad Vibes</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>NFL icon and anime fan Jamaal Williams joins The Anime Effect to share why he reps anime so hard, the shows inspiring him, and who he would draft for his all-anime dream team. The hosts also gush over some new JUJUTSU KAISEN and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure merch, the return of the Black Butler &amp; The Quintessential Quintuplets, and more!

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

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>NFL icon and anime fan Jamaal Williams joins The Anime Effect to share why he reps anime so hard, the shows inspiring him, and who he would draft for his all-anime dream team. The hosts also gush over some new JUJUTSU KAISEN and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure merch, the return of the Black Butler &amp; The Quintessential Quintuplets, and more!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/4/26/black-butler-public-school-arc-anime-english-dub-cast-crew-release-date">Black Butler -Public School Arc- English Dub Reveals Cast and Crew, Release Date</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/28/jojo-s-bizarre-adventure-anime-collabs-with-reebok-for-stardust-crusaders-inspired-sneakers">JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Anime Collabs with REEBOK for Stardust Crusaders-Inspired Sneakers</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/27/jujutsu-kaisen-anime-loungefly-backpack-crossbody-bag">Loungefly Announces JUJUTSU KAISEN Backpack and Crossbody Bag Accessories</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/28/the-quintessential-quintuplets-anime-honeymoon-arc">The Quintessential Quintuplets Anime Continues With Honeymoon Arc</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/26/hunter-x-hunter-nen-x-impact-fighting-game-trailer">Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact Fighting Game Shows Off 2D Action in 1st Trailer</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Why David Dastmalchian Calls One Piece a GENERATIONAL Anime | 11</title>
      <description>David Dastmalchian (Oppenheimer, Blade Runner 2049) joins The Anime Effect to dish on his favorite anime and how the genre impacts his work. PLUS, the hosts talk about the Frieren: Beyond Journey's End escape room, the new Look Back trailer, the latest Studio Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki awards, and more.

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
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Why David Dastmalchian Calls One Piece a GENERATIONAL Anime</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>David Dastmalchian (Oppenheimer, Blade Runner 2049) joins The Anime Effect to dish on his favorite anime and how the genre impacts his work. PLUS, the hosts talk about the Frieren: Beyond Journey's End escape room, the new Look Back trailer, the latest Studio Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki awards, and more.

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
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>David Dastmalchian (Oppenheimer, Blade Runner 2049) joins The Anime Effect to dish on his favorite anime and how the genre impacts his work. PLUS, the hosts talk about the Frieren: Beyond Journey's End escape room, the new Look Back trailer, the latest Studio Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki awards, and more.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/16/look-back-anime-movie-new-trailer-visual">Tatsuki Fujimoto's Look Back Anime Film Releases First Trailer</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/17/golden-axe-animated-series-comedy-central">Classic Beat 'Em Up Golden Axe Gets 10-Episode Animated Series at Comedy Central</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/18/frieren-beyond-journeys-end-anime-escape-room">Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Anime Inspires Magical Escape Room Experience</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/4/16/one-piece-english-dub-season-14-voyage-15-crunchyroll-gear-five">Latest One Piece English Dub Batch Hits Crunchyroll on Luffy's Birthday, Includes Gear Five Debut</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/18/hayao-miyazaki-time-100">Hayao Miyazaki Makes TIME's Annual List of Most Influential People</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/17/cannes-film-festival-awards-studio-ghibli-with-honorary-palme-dor">Cannes Film Festival Awards Studio Ghibli with Honorary Palme d'or</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/interviews/2023/7/25/joe-hisaishi-interview-miyazaki-boy-and-the-heron">Giant Squids, Minimalism and Miyazaki: Building the Bigger Picture with Joe Hisaishi</a></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>JUJUTSU KAISEN Steals Attack on Titan's World Record!? | 10</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect reacts to JUJUTSU KAISEN nabbing a Guinness World Record previously held by Attack on Titan, Gundam's 45th anniversary, and a new clothing capsule for SPY x FAMILY that you won't want to miss. 

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

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>JUJUTSU KAISEN Steals Attack on Titan's World Record!?</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect reacts to JUJUTSU KAISEN nabbing a Guinness World Record previously held by Attack on Titan, Gundam's 45th anniversary, and a new clothing capsule for SPY x FAMILY that you won't want to miss. 

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

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect reacts to JUJUTSU KAISEN nabbing a Guinness World Record previously held by Attack on Titan, Gundam's 45th anniversary, and a new clothing capsule for SPY x FAMILY that you won't want to miss. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/5/guinness-world-records-jujutsu-kaisen-most-popular-anime">Guinness World Records Names JUJUTSU KAISEN Most Popular Anime</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/15/live-action-one-punch-man-film-rick-and-morty-dan-harmon-heather-anne-campbell">Live-Action One-Punch Man Film Taps Dan Harmon, Heather Anne Campbell to Rewrite Script</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/15/keanu-reeves-to-voice-shadow-in-sonic-the-hedgehog-3-movie">Keanu Reeves to Voice Shadow in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/8/gundam-anime-45th-anniversary-art-events">Gundam Anime Shares Big Plans for 45th Anniversary, Celebratory Art</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>The Great Demon Slayer Hashira Debate &amp; Anime Movie Madness | 9</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is breaking down CinemaCon's updates on Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle, BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI-, and more anime! PLUS, with Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc arriving this spring, the hosts debate which Hashira reigns supreme. 

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

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>The Great Demon Slayer Hashira Debate &amp; Anime Movie Madness</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is breaking down CinemaCon's updates on Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle, BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI-, and more anime! PLUS, with Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc arriving this spring, the hosts debate which Hashira reigns supreme. 

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

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is breaking down CinemaCon's updates on Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle, BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI-, and more anime! PLUS, with Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc arriving this spring, the hosts debate which Hashira reigns supreme. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/3/kimi-ni-todoke-season-3-anime-1st-trailer-visual-august-2024">Kimi ni Todoke Season 3 Anime Unveils 1st Trailer, New Visual, August 2024 Premiere</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/4/3/lycoris-recoil-anime-spring-sakura-2024-visual">Lycoris Recoil’s Chisato and Takina Sit Under Sakura Trees in New Spring Anime Visual</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/4/8/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-hashira-training-arc-anime-may-12-watch-crunchyroll">Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Does the Dictionary Actually Understand Anime?! (ft Kelly Knox) | 8</title>
      <description>Writer Kelly Knox joins The Anime Effect to talk about her new book, Star Wars: Dad Jokes, and what makes anime cozy. PLUS, the hosts reveal if they think Webster’s definitions of “isekai,” “fan service,” and other anime lingo are accurate...! You be the judge!

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

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Does the Dictionary Actually Understand Anime?! (ft Kelly Knox)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Writer Kelly Knox joins The Anime Effect to talk about her new book, Star Wars: Dad Jokes, and what makes anime cozy. PLUS, the hosts reveal if they think Webster’s definitions of “isekai,” “fan service,” and other anime lingo are accurate...! You be the judge!

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

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Writer Kelly Knox joins The Anime Effect to talk about her new book, Star Wars: Dad Jokes, and what makes anime cozy. PLUS, the hosts reveal if they think Webster’s definitions of “isekai,” “fan service,” and other anime lingo are accurate...! You be the judge!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/3/27/spy-x-family-code-white-anime-movie-tickets-on-sale">SPY x FAMILY CODE: White Movie Tickets Now on Sale</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/3/30/solo-leveling-season-2-officially-announced-will-stream-on-crunchyroll">Solo Leveling Season 2 Officially Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/29/oxford-english-dictionary-isekai-kintsugi-katsu-onigiri-japanese-words">The Oxford English Dictionary Adds 'Isekai', 'Fan Service' and 'Tokusatsu', More Japanese Words</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/3/26/kaiju-no-8-anime-stream-live-april-13">Crunchyroll to Stream Kaiju No. 8 Anime Alongside Japanese Broadcast Starting April 13</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/3/28/that-time-i-got-reincarnated-as-a-slime-season-3-anime-watch-march-30">That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 Streams on Crunchyroll Starting March 30</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Baki Bangers, AnimeJapan Updates &amp; Yaeji's Anime Roots | 7</title>
      <description>DJ Yaeji joins The Anime Effect to explain how anime impacts her music, her experience at the 2024 Anime Awards, and how she’s celebrating the one-year anniversary of her debut album. PLUS, the hosts discuss ALL the news on Baki Hanma vs. Kengan Ashura, Blue Exorcist, Blue Box, and more that came out of AnimeJapan 2024.

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

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Baki Bangers, AnimeJapan Updates &amp; Yaeji's Anime Roots</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>DJ Yaeji joins The Anime Effect to explain how anime impacts her music, her experience at the 2024 Anime Awards, and how she’s celebrating the one-year anniversary of her debut album. PLUS, the hosts discuss ALL the news on Baki Hanma vs. Kengan Ashura, Blue Exorcist, Blue Box, and more that came out of AnimeJapan 2024.

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

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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        <![CDATA[<p>DJ Yaeji joins The Anime Effect to explain how anime impacts her music, her experience at the 2024 Anime Awards, and how she’s celebrating the one-year anniversary of her debut album. PLUS, the hosts discuss ALL the news on Baki Hanma vs. Kengan Ashura, Blue Exorcist, Blue Box, and more that came out of AnimeJapan 2024.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/24/animejapan-2024-all-the-big-news-from-the-event">AnimeJapan News</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/23/baki-hanma-vs-kengan-ashura-anime-june-2024">Baki Hanma vs. Kengan Ashura Anime Sets Showdown of the Century for June</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/24/blue-exorcist-yuki-no-hate-anime-sequel-october-2024">Blue Exorcist TV Anime Continues with New Season in October 2024</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/23/beastars-final-season-anime-teaser-trailer">BEASTARS Final Season Anime Brings Legoshi’s Journey to an End in New Teaser Trailer</a><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/23/blue-box-anime-teaser-trailer-main-staff-cast-october-2024-release-date">Blue Box Anime Announces More Cast and Staff</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/20/dan-da-dan-anime-crosses-over-with-ghostbusters:-frozen-empire-for-hauntingly-cool-collab-poster">DAN DA DAN Anime Crosses Over with Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire for Hauntingly Cool Collab Poster</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/14/gundam-seed-freedom-film-shares-stunning-collab-visual-with-dune-part-two">Gundam SEED FREEDOM Film Shares Stunning Collab Visual with Dune: Part Two</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/20/dragon-ball-sparking-zero-gameplay-showcase-new-characters">DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO Reveals Gameplay Showcase, 11 New Characters</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Breaking Down Spring 2024 Anime &amp; DC's Isekai Awakening | 6</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is counting down the most anticipated anime of the spring season, including Kaiju No. 8, KONOSUBA S3, Black Butler, WINDBREAKER, and more. But FIRST, the hosts run down the new Hunter x Hunter &amp; Reebok collection, the upcoming One Piece Music Symphony, and the gang asks: which Suicide Squad ISEKAI character they’re most excited to see.

Hunter x Hunter Reebok Collaboration Features Sneakers Inspired by Gon, Hisoka and More

One Piece Music Symphony Begins 25th Anniversary Event During Anime Expo 2024

Suicide Squad ISEKAI Anime Reveals 3rd Trailer, Visual, Ending Theme Artist Ahead of July 2024 Debut

Kaiju No. 8 Anime Reveals Monstrous New Key Visual and Teaser Trailer

Kaiju No. 8 Anime Reveals Reno Ichikawa Character Video and Visual

Spring Season Lineup

Crunchyroll Spring 2024 Dubs Include Kaiju No. 8, KONOSUBA Season 3 and More

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Breaking Down Spring 2024 Anime &amp; DC's Isekai Awakening</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is counting down the most anticipated anime of the spring season, including Kaiju No. 8, KONOSUBA S3, Black Butler, WINDBREAKER, and more. But FIRST, the hosts run down the new Hunter x Hunter &amp; Reebok collection, the upcoming One Piece Music Symphony, and the gang asks: which Suicide Squad ISEKAI character they’re most excited to see.

Hunter x Hunter Reebok Collaboration Features Sneakers Inspired by Gon, Hisoka and More

One Piece Music Symphony Begins 25th Anniversary Event During Anime Expo 2024

Suicide Squad ISEKAI Anime Reveals 3rd Trailer, Visual, Ending Theme Artist Ahead of July 2024 Debut

Kaiju No. 8 Anime Reveals Monstrous New Key Visual and Teaser Trailer

Kaiju No. 8 Anime Reveals Reno Ichikawa Character Video and Visual

Spring Season Lineup

Crunchyroll Spring 2024 Dubs Include Kaiju No. 8, KONOSUBA Season 3 and More

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is counting down the most anticipated anime of the spring season, including Kaiju No. 8, KONOSUBA S3, Black Butler, WINDBREAKER, and more. But FIRST, the hosts run down the new Hunter x Hunter &amp; Reebok collection, the upcoming One Piece Music Symphony, and the gang asks: which Suicide Squad ISEKAI character they’re most excited to see.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/17/hunter-x-hunter-reebok-collaboration-sneakers-gon-hisoka">Hunter x Hunter Reebok Collaboration Features Sneakers Inspired by Gon, Hisoka and More</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/19/one-piece-music-symphony-25th-anniversary-concert-anime-expo">One Piece Music Symphony Begins 25th Anniversary Event During Anime Expo 2024</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/14/suicide-squad-isekai-3rd-trailer-visual-mori-calliope-ending-theme">Suicide Squad ISEKAI Anime Reveals 3rd Trailer, Visual, Ending Theme Artist Ahead of July 2024 Debut</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/14/kaiju-no-8-anime-new-key-visual-teaser-trailer">Kaiju No. 8 Anime Reveals Monstrous New Key Visual and Teaser Trailer</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/16/kaiju-no-8-anime-reveals-reno-ichikawa-character-video-and-visual">Kaiju No. 8 Anime Reveals Reno Ichikawa Character Video and Visual</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/seasonal-lineup/2024/3/13/spring-anime-2024-crunchyroll">Spring Season Lineup</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/seasonal-lineup/2024/3/13/crunchyroll-spring-2024-dubs-konosuba-black-butler-kaiju-no-8">Crunchyroll Spring 2024 Dubs Include Kaiju No. 8, KONOSUBA Season 3 and More</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Godzilla &amp; Ghibli Are OFFICIALLY Oscar Winners | 5</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect dishes on their favorite announcements from Mario Day and all the new anime coming out this year, like Demon Slayer, DAN DA DAN, and BLUE LOCK: Episode Nagi. But FIRST, the gang is gushing over Godzilla Minus One and The Boy and the Heron after its Oscar wins. 

Hayao Miyazaki’s The Boy and the Heron Wins Oscar for Best Animated Feature Film

Godzilla Minus One Wins Oscar for Best Visual Effects

The Super Mario Bros Movie Sequel Leads Nintendo's Mario Day 2024 Celebrations

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc TV Anime Reveals May Premiere in New Trailer

DAN DA DAN Anime Streams on Crunchyroll in October 2024

BLUE LOCK The Movie -Episode Nagi- Anime Releases Main Trailer

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Godzilla &amp; Ghibli Are OFFICIALLY Oscar Winners</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect dishes on their favorite announcements from Mario Day and all the new anime coming out this year, like Demon Slayer, DAN DA DAN, and BLUE LOCK: Episode Nagi. But FIRST, the gang is gushing over Godzilla Minus One and The Boy and the Heron after its Oscar wins. 

Hayao Miyazaki’s The Boy and the Heron Wins Oscar for Best Animated Feature Film

Godzilla Minus One Wins Oscar for Best Visual Effects

The Super Mario Bros Movie Sequel Leads Nintendo's Mario Day 2024 Celebrations

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc TV Anime Reveals May Premiere in New Trailer

DAN DA DAN Anime Streams on Crunchyroll in October 2024

BLUE LOCK The Movie -Episode Nagi- Anime Releases Main Trailer

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect dishes on their favorite announcements from Mario Day and all the new anime coming out this year, like Demon Slayer, DAN DA DAN, and BLUE LOCK: Episode Nagi. But FIRST, the gang is gushing over Godzilla Minus One and The Boy and the Heron after its Oscar wins. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/11/godzilla-minus-one-wins-oscar-for-best-visual-effects">Hayao Miyazaki’s The Boy and the Heron Wins Oscar for Best Animated Feature Film</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/11/godzilla-minus-one-wins-oscar-for-best-visual-effects">Godzilla Minus One Wins Oscar for Best Visual Effects</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/10/the-super-mario-bros-movie-sequel-confirmation-leads-off-this-year-s-mario-day-celebrations">The Super Mario Bros Movie Sequel Leads Nintendo's Mario Day 2024 Celebrations</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/9/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-hashira-training-arc-tv-anime-may-2024">Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc TV Anime Reveals May Premiere in New Trailer</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/3/10/dandadan-anime-crunchyroll-october-2024">DAN DA DAN Anime Streams on Crunchyroll in October 2024</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/10/blue-lock-the-movie-episode-nagi-anime-main-trailer">BLUE LOCK The Movie -Episode Nagi- Anime Releases Main Trailer</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Anime Awards 2024 Highlights &amp; Honoring Akira Toriyama | 4</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is closing out the Anime Awards 2024 with final takeaways, shoutouts, and favorite moments. Catch all this, as well as the latest updates on the Kaiju No. 8 anime, One-Punch Man Season 3, and more. 

Today’s episode was released late, as we wanted to acknowledge the passing of Akira Toriyama. This episode was recorded before his death was announced.

New Kaiju No. 8 Trailer + OneRepublic Ending Theme

One-Punch Man Season 3 Anime Teaser Trailer Confirms J.C. Staff Return

Anime Awards 2024 Results

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


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      <pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2024 21:23:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Anime Awards 2024 Highlights &amp; Honoring Akira Toriyama</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is closing out the Anime Awards 2024 with final takeaways, shoutouts, and favorite moments. Catch all this, as well as the latest updates on the Kaiju No. 8 anime, One-Punch Man Season 3, and more. 

Today’s episode was released late, as we wanted to acknowledge the passing of Akira Toriyama. This episode was recorded before his death was announced.

New Kaiju No. 8 Trailer + OneRepublic Ending Theme

One-Punch Man Season 3 Anime Teaser Trailer Confirms J.C. Staff Return

Anime Awards 2024 Results

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is closing out the Anime Awards 2024 with final takeaways, shoutouts, and favorite moments. Catch all this, as well as the latest updates on the Kaiju No. 8 anime, One-Punch Man Season 3, and more. </p>
<p><em>Today’s episode was released late, as we wanted to acknowledge the passing of Akira Toriyama. This episode was recorded before his death was announced.</em></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/29/kaiju-no-8-anime-april-13-yungblud-onerepublic-opening-ending-themes">New Kaiju No. 8 Trailer + OneRepublic Ending Theme</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/29/one-punch-man-season-3-anime-jc-staff-return">One-Punch Man Season 3 Anime Teaser Trailer Confirms J.C. Staff Return</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/en/animeawards/">Anime Awards 2024 Results</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>The TOP Anime Awards Moments, From JJK to Megan Thee Stallion | BONUS</title>
      <description>The 2024 Anime Awards popped off! In this special bonus episode, The Anime Effect counts down their top moments from the 2024 Anime Awards, including Megan Thee Stallion’s epic fit, surprise guests from Into the Spiderverse, and Jujutsu Kaisen's big wins. This is your one-stop shop for the epic show!

Watch The Anime Awards

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 03 Mar 2024 00:05:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>The TOP Anime Awards Moments, From JJK to Megan Thee Stallion</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The 2024 Anime Awards popped off! In this special bonus episode, The Anime Effect counts down their top moments from the 2024 Anime Awards, including Megan Thee Stallion’s epic fit, surprise guests from Into the Spiderverse, and Jujutsu Kaisen's big wins. This is your one-stop shop for the epic show!

Watch The Anime Awards

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The 2024 Anime Awards popped off! In this special bonus episode, The Anime Effect counts down their top moments from the 2024 Anime Awards, including Megan Thee Stallion’s epic fit, surprise guests from <em>Into the Spiderverse</em>, and Jujutsu Kaisen's big wins. This is your one-stop shop for the epic show!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/en/animeawards/">Watch The Anime Awards</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Anime Is Everywhere &amp; We've Got the Data to Prove It | 3</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect is joined by journalist Chris Plante to dissect findings from “The Anime Opportunity,” a study that reveals the ACTUAL numbers behind what we already knew: anime is everywhere. PLUS, we discuss the latest Final Fantasy projects, Pokémon Day reveals, and more. 

Tower of God Season 2 Reveals First Look at New Animation

True Beauty Anime Reveals First Clip from Upcoming Series

One Piece English Dub Reveals First Look at Luffy's Gear Five Transformation

Crunchyroll Explores Rise of Solo Leveling in 2-Part Documentary

The End Of Evangelion Anime Film Gets US Theatrical Screenings In March

Pokémon Returns to Kalos in Pokémon Legends: Z-A in 2025

Highlights from Polygon's 'The Anime Opportunity' Study

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Anime Is Everywhere &amp; We've Got the Data to Prove It</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect is joined by journalist Chris Plante to dissect findings from “The Anime Opportunity,” a study that reveals the ACTUAL numbers behind what we already knew: anime is everywhere. PLUS, we discuss the latest Final Fantasy projects, Pokémon Day reveals, and more. 

Tower of God Season 2 Reveals First Look at New Animation

True Beauty Anime Reveals First Clip from Upcoming Series

One Piece English Dub Reveals First Look at Luffy's Gear Five Transformation

Crunchyroll Explores Rise of Solo Leveling in 2-Part Documentary

The End Of Evangelion Anime Film Gets US Theatrical Screenings In March

Pokémon Returns to Kalos in Pokémon Legends: Z-A in 2025

Highlights from Polygon's 'The Anime Opportunity' Study

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Anime Effect is joined by journalist Chris Plante to dissect findings from “The Anime Opportunity,” a study that reveals the ACTUAL numbers behind what we already knew: anime is everywhere. PLUS, we discuss the latest Final Fantasy projects, Pokémon Day reveals, and more. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/24/tower-of-god-season-2-reveals-first-look-at-new-animation">Tower of God Season 2 Reveals First Look at New Animation</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/24/true-beauty-anime-adaptation-reveals-first-clip">True Beauty Anime Reveals First Clip from Upcoming Series</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/24/one-piece-english-dub-reveals-first-look-at-luffy-gear-5-transformation">One Piece English Dub Reveals First Look at Luffy's Gear Five Transformation</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/2/24/crunchyroll-solo-leveling-documentary">Crunchyroll Explores Rise of Solo Leveling in 2-Part Documentary</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/21/the-end-of-evangelion-us-theatrical-screenings-march-2024">The End Of Evangelion Anime Film Gets US Theatrical Screenings In March</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/27/pokemon-return-to-kalos-in-pokemon-legends-z-a-in-2025">Pokémon Returns to Kalos in Pokémon Legends: Z-A in 2025</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/1/22/polygon-the-anime-opportunity-study-highlights">Highlights from Polygon's 'The Anime Opportunity' Study</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
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      <title>Going Behind-the-Scenes on SOLO LEVELING w/ the Anime's Stars | 2</title>
      <description>The Anime Effect welcomes Caitlin Glass and the voice of Sung Jinwoo, Aleks Le, this week! The gang gives an inside scoop on all things Solo Leveling before they gush over Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire and dream up their ideal Pokémon Day announcements. 

Anime Awards Updates

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Film Unleashes Cataclysmic New Trailer

Pokémon Confirms Pokémon Day 2024 Presents Showcase on February 27

Survive Said the Prophet Announces West Coast Tour, Tickets Now on Sale

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Going Behind-the-Scenes on SOLO LEVELING w/ the Anime's Stars</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>The Anime Effect welcomes Caitlin Glass and the voice of Sung Jinwoo, Aleks Le, this week! The gang gives an inside scoop on all things Solo Leveling before they gush over Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire and dream up their ideal Pokémon Day announcements. 

Anime Awards Updates

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Film Unleashes Cataclysmic New Trailer

Pokémon Confirms Pokémon Day 2024 Presents Showcase on February 27

Survive Said the Prophet Announces West Coast Tour, Tickets Now on Sale

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/1/17/anime-awards-2024-nominees-full-list">Anime Awards Updates</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/14/godzilla-x-kong-the-new-empire-film-unleashes-cataclysmic-new-trailer">Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Film Unleashes Cataclysmic New Trailer</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/20/pokemon-day-2024-pokemon-presents-announced">Pokémon Confirms Pokémon Day 2024 Presents Showcase on February 27</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/16/survive-said-the-prophet-west-coast-tour-tickets">Survive Said the Prophet Announces West Coast Tour, Tickets Now on Sale</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Exploring ULTIMATE Anime Origin Stories | 1</title>
      <description>Welcome to The Anime Effect! We are sharing our anime origin stories, but not before bringing you the latest Anime Awards 2024 updates and gushing over the newly crowned best-selling Mario game of all time. Listen to the first episode of Crunchyroll Presents: The Anime Effect right now!

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Becomes Best-Selling Mario Game of All Time

Knuckles Live-Action Spinoff Series Reveals Streaming Premiere Plans

SPY x FAMILY CODE: White Anime Film International Theatrical Release Dates Announced

Chainsaw Man Author Tatsuki Fujimoto's Look Back Manga Gets Anime Film

Dragon Ball Z x Reese's Puffs Collab Packs Powerful Punch in Limited-Time Boxes

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2024 05:30:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Exploring ULTIMATE Anime Origin Stories</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Welcome to The Anime Effect! We are sharing our anime origin stories, but not before bringing you the latest Anime Awards 2024 updates and gushing over the newly crowned best-selling Mario game of all time. Listen to the first episode of Crunchyroll Presents: The Anime Effect right now!

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Becomes Best-Selling Mario Game of All Time

Knuckles Live-Action Spinoff Series Reveals Streaming Premiere Plans

SPY x FAMILY CODE: White Anime Film International Theatrical Release Dates Announced

Chainsaw Man Author Tatsuki Fujimoto's Look Back Manga Gets Anime Film

Dragon Ball Z x Reese's Puffs Collab Packs Powerful Punch in Limited-Time Boxes

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to <em>The Anime Effect</em>! We are sharing our anime origin stories, but not before bringing you the latest Anime Awards 2024 updates and gushing over the newly crowned best-selling Mario game of all time. Listen to the first episode of <em>Crunchyroll Presents: The Anime Effect </em>right now!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/6/mario-kart-8-deluxe-60-million-copies-best-selling-mario-game">Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Becomes Best-Selling Mario Game of All Time</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/8/knuckles-live-action-spinoff-series-streaming-date">Knuckles Live-Action Spinoff Series Reveals Streaming Premiere Plans</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/announcements/2024/2/7/spy-x-family-code-white-anime-film-international-theatrical-release-dates">SPY x FAMILY CODE: White Anime Film International Theatrical Release Dates Announced</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/13/look-back-anime-film-chainsaw-man-author-tatsuki-fujimoto">Chainsaw Man Author Tatsuki Fujimoto's Look Back Manga Gets Anime Film</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/2/6/dragon-ball-z-x-reeses-puffs-collab">Dragon Ball Z x Reese's Puffs Collab Packs Powerful Punch in Limited-Time Boxes</a></p>
<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Crunchyroll Presents: The Anime Effect | TRAILER</title>
      <description>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jan 2024 00:33:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Crunchyroll Presents: The Anime Effect</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Crunchyroll </itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle/>
      <itunes:summary>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠


  HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President

  SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters

  V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon

  MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano

  EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.</p>
<p>Talk to us! <a href="https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions%20">⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠</a></p>
<ul>
  <li>HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President</li>
  <li>SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters</li>
  <li>V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon</li>
  <li>MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano</li>
  <li>EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President</li>
</ul><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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