TrapDragon-Z: Social Media Mastermind, Anime & Gaming Deep Dive | Retro Pioneers Podcast

In this live episode of the Retro Pioneers Podcast, Justin and Byron sit down with TrapDragon-Z — creator, social media strategist, anime lover, gamer, educator, and one of the most authentic voices in blurred culture.Trap shares his journey from Detroit to becoming a content creator, how he quit his job and accidentally found his path while sitting in a security booth, and how he spent years studying social media science like Senku from Dr. Stone.He explains how he built 10k followers, why community mattered more than clout, and how he became known as the “meme page with a soul.”We dive into Plus Ultra — his anime-themed educational series — and how he blends inspiration, consulting, and culture to help creators grow without gatekeeping. Trap breaks down the new era of social media, the dangers of chasing trends, how to spot real trends using his “Oracle/Batcave” setup, and why authenticity is the key to longevity.Then we go DEEP into anime, gaming, competitiveness, fighting games, Dragon Ball, Elden Ring, modern vs. classic anime, the top five debate, community challenges, content burnout, and why creators must stop overthinking and just make art.This conversation is hype, inspiring, hilarious, and overflowing with real gems for creators, gamers, and anime fans.⭐ Topics Covered• TrapDragon-Z’s origin story — quitting his job & learning the game• Social media science, studying algorithms, & spotting trends• Plus Ultra educational series & the mission behind it• The blurred experience & representation• Why creators should stop overthinking and start posting• Authenticity vs. chasing trends• Modern vs. old social media landscape• Gaming breakdown: Marvel Rivals, Elden Ring, UFC, Age of Empires• Trap’s top 5 games & top 5 anime• Anime discussions: DBZ, Naruto, Bleach, Yu Yu Hakusho, One Piece• Fight game philosophy, competitiveness & “ultra instinct” content creation• Why Black creators need to get louder in anime & gaming spaces• Using creativity to push culture forward🎮 About the Retro Pioneers PodcastRetro Pioneers dives into gaming, anime, creator culture, and nostalgia — featuring interviews with gamers, streamers, artists, and cultural voices shaping the community.