
The After Show from Anime News Network
39 episodes
We're Still Here
Did you know that James, Lynzee, and Jacki have continued to host the ANN After Show weekly for the last eight months? If not, that's my fault.
I Totally Called the Gundam GQuuuuuux Twist
Lynzee and James weigh in on CG Chopper from the upcoming second season of live-action One Piece. Also, who is hyped up for The Summer Hikaru Died anime series? Plus: I called the <cite>Gundam GQuuuuuux</cite> twist. You heard it here first.
Can the Anime Awards Be Fixed? Do They Need to Be?
James, Jacki, and Lynzee look at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards and that Solo Leveling sweep.
You Can Have a Little Kira-Kira Gundam, As a Treat
James and Lynzee are back to get you caught up on the maze-like developments in Kowloon Generic Romance and Gundam GQuuuuuux! Machu can't handle Nyaan piloting the mobile suit, and Reiko puts Kudo to the test when she threatens to leave Kowloon.
Shin's Sad Backstory Revealed in Sakamoto Days
Sakamoto Days wraps up a mini-arc all about Shin and the secret behind his psychic powers. There's also a new conspiracy cooking in Apothecary Diaries when the Empress Dowager asks Maomao for a favor!
Happy Late Cat-Day Stream!
It was Cat Day in Japan, and that included cat-centric images and new anime trailers! Lynzee and James are here to bring you all the purrific news plus, a bit about their own cats.
The Fuji TV Scandal Explained
If it's been under your radar, there are big things shaking up at one of Japan's major broadcasters. The ANN team is here to explain what's going on at FujiTV and what it could mean for its anime programming.
The Anime Gang's All Here!
Jacki joins the ANN After Show to discuss Orb, ZENSHU., and surprise hit Sakamoto Days!
The Orb Anime Hits Different in 2025
James and Lynzee catch back up on Orb as it broaches topics of censorship, freedom of information, and resistance. Plus, we catch up on ZENSHU. and its adoration of the anime medium!
New Year, New Anime!
James and Lynzee are back for 2025: we'll discuss some of the most promising anime from the Winter 2025 season and whatever else floats our boat.
The Last ANN After Show of 2024!
It's the last podcast of the year before we dive into the Winter 2025 anime season and a brand-new year. Also, we're not going to lie to you; James and Lynzee are going to talk about Nosferatu a lot.
DAN DA DAN's Season Finale's Cliffhanger is Just Cruel
James and Lynzee are here to run you through all the big announcements out of Jump Festa, scream about the DAN DA DAN finale cliffhanger, and see how the Orb bros are doing.
What's Your Anime Character Arc?
Lynzee and James share their Crunchyroll Anime Arcs from the app's end-of-the-year feature! Plus, we're discussing the <cite>SECRET LEVEL</cite> show on Amazon Prime and the latest episode of DAN DA DAN.
DAN DA DAN's Secret Best Boy Finally Arrives!
This is a Jiji appreciation podcast, even if he only appears for five minutes in this week's episode of DAN DA DAN. Plus the ANN Reader's Choice Award Nominations are open, one of the saddest manga is getting an anime, and a new teaser for the Demon Slayer movie.
The DAN DA DAN Episode Where Everyone's Naked
Clothes are mostly optional as the DAN DA DAN crew fight aliens at school! What happens when they all merge into one super-evil entity?!
DAN DA DAN's Newest Alien is a One-Two Punch!
James and Lynzee go face-to-face with Nessie and mantis shrimp alien in this week's DAN DA DAN! Plus, the latest news about the Netflix anime leaks, Miyazaki's surprising award statement, and the Sonic 3 trailer!
Acro-Silky's Past is HEARTBREAKING
We'll talk briefly about the Sony/Kadokawa situation, get back in the swing of things with DAN DA DAN, and check in our heretics in Orb this week.
A Letter from the Executive Editor
Executive editor Lynzee Loveridge, co-host James Beckett, and contributors to the editorial department share the importance of fandom inclusivity and hope.
DAN DA DAN's Race to the Finish!
It's one of the most impressive chase scenes to put to animation this week in DAN DA DAN! Plus, the Catholic Church adopts a new mascot and one voice actor is going rogue after alleging Crunchyroll gave away his fan mail and gifts.
MILFs are OUT, GILFs are IN!
DAN DA DAN introduces anime's hottest grandma!
I'm Sorry, They Stole His What?!
DAN DA DAN is wild! We’re also checking in on Orb after that big episode three plot twist. Plus, news on the Pokemon leak and impressions of Silent Hill 2!
This Anime Movie Will Make You Cry!
Lynzee and James discuss the Look Back anime film from studio Durian, Uzumaki pissing away all of its goodwill, and some of the best anime premieres for Fall 2024!
The Uzumaki Anime is Almost Perfect
The <cite>Uzumaki</cite> anime is out, and the visuals and music live up to the hype. Still, one thing isn't quite right...also our two favorite shows of the season have come to an end, so join us as we discuss the final episodes of Dead Dead Demon's Dedededestruction and <cite>Yatagarasu</cite>!
The New Madoka Anime is Really Happening!
Aniplex made some big announcements this week, including a new teaser trailer for Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht!
Dead Dead Demon Anime's Big Cliff-Hanger!
15 minutes until the destruction of Earth?! Dead Dead Demon’s Dedededestruction enters its end game. Meanwhile, Yatagarasu also has a huge reveal about its world and everything we thought we knew.
Florida Book Ban Comes for Manga
Lynzee and James look at the latest book ban case to come out of Florida: Sasaki and Miyano volume 1, and share their favorite queer manga. Plus, Yatagarasu and Dead Dead Demon catch-up time!
Yatagarasu Anime Finally Returns
After a long (Olympic) break, we finally return to <cite>Yatagarasu</cite> to see if we can find out the truth behind that weird monkey monster.
Navigating Toxic Fandom Discourse
Lynzee and James catch up on Dead Dead Demon and have a long conversation about navigating toxic fandom discourse.
Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction Anime is INSANE
Everyone, you're sleeping on this anime! Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction is totally wild, shocking, and eye-opening!
What Is Going on in the Elusive Samurai Anime?
Lynzee and James strap in for more beheadings than humanly possible in the strange mix of comedic violence that is Elusive Samurai. Plus, our favorite bird people are back in Yatagarasu!
The BEST Anime Premieres of Summer 2024
This week, we're going to dive into the best premieres of the new anime season, give you a hefty news update from Anime Expo, and probably go on at least two (2) side tangents!
Best Reveals from the Nintendo Direct
James and Lynzee go through the recent Nintendo Direct to discuss their most anticipated games coming out soon!
Kaiju No. 8's Biggest Monster Yet
We're catching up on a lot of news this week from Gainax to Tohru Furuya.
Why You Should Watch Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction
Lynzee and James welcome Richard Eisenbeis onto the podcast to discuss the first episode of the weird sci-fi series Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction!
100 Episodes of the ANN Aftershow!?
The ANN After Show is at episode 100! Let's reflect on some of our favorite moments, catch up on Kaiju No. 8, Yatagarasu, and more this week!
Could There Be More Evangelion on the Horizon?
James and Lynzee look into Hideaki Anno's latest hint that there might be more Evangelion after the last movie and news on the Lord of the Rings anime film!
Yatagarasu Gets Violent!
James and Lynzee discuss the latest episode of Yatagarsu. Plus, GoHands keeps making anime, and we don't know WHY.
I Support Falin's Crimes
This week, it's hot monster mommies and less hot AI-generated light novels.
Will You Watch Solo Leveling Season 2?
James and Lynzee reflect on the end of Solo Leveling and whether its worldbuilding is worth its edgy turn. PLUS: The big monsters of Kaiju No. 8, & court intrigue in Yatagarasu!