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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. Each week, we’ll dig into the latest anime headlines, examine our favorite shows, chat with guest stars, and explore how anime affects everything.
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- 4 days ago54 min
These Are the Anime Scenes We Will Never Forget (We Tried) | 116
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
- 1 weeks ago36 min
Pokémon Mania, Dorohedoro Lives & One Piece Conquers Hollywood | NEWS
his 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
- 2 weeks ago1h 9m
Big Sean Talks Dragon Ball, His Best Bars, and the Anime That Made Him a Rapper | 114
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
- 3 weeks ago44 min
Could YOU Survive These Deadly Isekai Worlds? Plus Big Gundam News | 113
This week on The Anime Effect, Crunchyroll’s anime experts break down Disney’s anime dreams, big Gundam updates, Studio Ghibli’s live-action future, Hello Kitty’s Hollywood debut, and more. Plus, we ask a burning question: could you survive the deadliest worlds of isekai anime? Join us for the chaos.NEWS LINKS:https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/15/new-gundam-wing-video-original-series-remaster-gundam-50th-anniversaryhttps://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/14/princess-mononoke-kabuki-stage-play-cast-visuals-in-costumehttps://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-sharknadoWelcome to The Anime Effect, the 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 PresidentSHOWRUNNER: Megan PetersV/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla SolorzanoFollow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago44 min
Could YOU Survive These Deadly Isekai Worlds? Plus Big Gundam News | The Anime Effect Episode 113
This week on The Anime Effect, Crunchyroll’s anime experts break down Disney’s anime dreams, big Gundam updates, Studio Ghibli’s live-action future, Hello Kitty’s Hollywood debut, and more. Plus, we ask a burning question: could you survive the deadliest worlds of isekai anime? Join us for the chaos.NEWS LINKS:https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/15/new-gundam-wing-video-original-series-remaster-gundam-50th-anniversaryhttps://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/14/princess-mononoke-kabuki-stage-play-cast-visuals-in-costumehttps://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-sharknadoWelcome to The Anime Effect, the 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 PresidentSHOWRUNNER: Megan PetersV/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla SolorzanoFollow Crunchyroll on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crunchyroll#animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- May 15, 202651 min
Goku Day Goes Wild + We Curse Naruto in Our Most Unhinged Game Ever
We're back again to talk about this week's biggest anime headlines like a new animation studio being opened by the creator of Akira, Dragon Ball Z releasing fruit snacks and more. PLUS, we lose our absolute minds creating fake anime synopses for your favorite 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 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- May 8, 202654 min
111: To Remake or Not to Remake, That is the Question
We're coming back at you with all the OG hosts this week and they're breaking down this week's anime headlines like Attack on Titan: THE LAST ATTACK getting a re-release SOON, the Black Clover manga coming to an end and more. PLUS, we have a discussion topic for the class: 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 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- May 1, 202656 min
110: We’re Going to ANIME COURT to Defend Evangelion!
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 the ANIME COURTROOM! Welcome to The Anime Effect, the 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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. Each week, we’ll dig into the latest anime headlines, examine our favorite shows, chat with guest stars, and explore how anime affects everything.
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