Life With Anime Podcast
by LWA Podcast
Welcome to the "Life With Anime Podcast", where you come to be entertained, find some escape and relief, and where we talk about the IMPACT that anime has on all of our lives.Our Hosts Joe and Preston, along with frequent guests, chop it up about everything ANIME & MANGA related. From the latest news, whats hot in the anime community, reviews on different series and genres. Theres even the some yelling and screaming from time to time.#LifeWithAnimePodcast #LWAP #LWAPodcast #AnimePodcast #Anime #Manga #Podcast
Episodes
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S4 E60: SEASON FINALE - Our New Anime Rankings Got HEATED!!
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S4 E59: Anime Side Characters Who Feel Like Real People
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S4 E58: Anime Side Characters That Hit TOO Close To Home
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S4 E57: The Anime Q&A We Almost Didn’t Do
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S4 E56: We Accidentally Went TOO DEEP During This Q&A
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S4 E55: Anime Moments That Defined A Generation
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S4 E54: Animel - If You Love Shonen, Watch These Anime Next
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S4 E53: The Most Chaotic Anime Debate
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S4 E52: Scarlet Movie Review: Beautiful, Confusing, and Frustrating
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S4 E51: Anime Moments That Still Give Us Goosebumps
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S4 E50: The Most Useless Female Character In Anime
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S4 E49: One Of Anime's Most Morally Complex Stories
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S4 E48: Fantastic Frankey - Anime, DC, Marvel… In That Order
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S4 E47: One Piece Live Action Has Changed EVERYTHING!!
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S4 E46: Some Characters Just Hit Different… Most Relatable MCs Pt 2
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S4 E45: Not All Anime MCs Are Built The Same… Who’s The Most Relatable
RECORDED: 3/11/2026 HATS: https://lifewithanimepodcast.bigcartel.com SUPPORT: https://streamlabs.com/lifewithanimepodcast/tip MERCH: https://sakugaapparel.com/collections/life-with-anime-podcast/ Join this channel to get access to…
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S4 E44: Andrew (Gamers Heaven) - A Business Built on Anime & Community
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S4 E43: BEST Anime of Every Decade (90s–2020s)
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S4 E42: Humans vs AI: Did These Anime Senseis FAIL Their Students?
RECORDED: 2/18/2026 HATS: https://lifewithanimepodcast.bigcartel.com SUPPORT: https://streamlabs.com/lifewithanimepodcast/tip MERCH: https://sakugaapparel.com/collections/life-with-anime-podcast/ Join this channel to get access to…
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S4 E41: Season 4 Premiere - The Anime Community Has LOST Their Mind
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S3:40 - The Ultimate Anime Game Show
This is the Ultimate Anime Game Show, where four major anime content creators (SSBlayze, Anime Sundays, Shonen Showdown, Tracy Allen) go head to head in multiple different debate topics. See who comes out on top in, "Around The Horn: Anime Edition" RECORDED: 5/23/2025 HATS:...
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S3 E39: Akemi - She Can Create Any Cosplay
Akemi, is one of the most well known, video game and anime, cosplayers out there. She's crafted and modeled phenomenal cosplays for major brands, and has even been awarded for her incredible work.Listen to her story about how she got into both crafting and cosplaying, what her family means to her...
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S3 E38: Kumar_Sutra - Just Press Record
You can find almost anything and anyone in New York, but you'll never find anyone that can dance, dive deep with you into anime, dominate you on the sticks, and take you back in time with 80s music like Kumar. We learn more about his early years, relationships forged from anime, and what exactly…
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S3 E37: Best Anime Protagonists Ever
Everyone loves a good anime main character/protagonist. So lets build a tier list ranking our favorite, and the best, anime protagonists out there! RECORDED: 3/31/25 MERCH: https://sakugaapparel.com/collections/life-with-anime-podcast/ 🟣 FOLLOW US: ▶ Discord: https://discord.gg/gqEtXnb7aQ ▶...
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S3 E36: Josh Lepulu - This Viral Music Sensation Loves Anime
Josh Lepulu has gone viral for his guitar/ukulele playing more times than we can count. Hear Josh's story of how his journey with anime started with a manga in his 5th grade library, his love and passion for sports anime, and how he wants to stay humble and focus on using his gift to give back to...
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S3 E35: 10 Best Anime Fights Of All Time
What we all can appreciate about anime is a good wholesome fight scene. From fights that are built up to for an entire season, to a character finally losing control. Anime fights are one the best things about anime. So the tired and unhinged Joe and Preston are gonna rank the 10 greatest anime...
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S3 E34: Keats - Making His Love For Anime & Music Profitable
From begging to play the trumpet to becoming first chair; from older cousins putting him on to Toonami, to making rap videos in Tokyo... Keats has built himself from the ground up, to become one of the most well known rappers and creators in the blerd community. Hear about his journey with music,...
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S3 E33: OzzyOz Da Vyrus - When Creativity Knows No Bounds
Ozzy has been a creative since the age of 5 years old, when he was selling anime drawings at school. His love for anime and creation has now flourished and turned him into one of the most unique and well-recognized artist for the anime/nerd culture. From working at McDonalds, to now driving a...
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S3 E32: Villains Deserve Love Too
The rewards and the love always goes to the hero of the story, but what about the villains. Its time we shed some light on and show some love to some of our favorite anime villains. Stories wouldn't be the same without characters like Griffith, Madara, Aizen, and many others. We decided to take…
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S3 E31: Toasty Marshmellow - From Awkward Preteen To Content Queen
Sometimes, the things that others may find strange, are the things that will set you above the rest. The growth of Toasty Marshmellow is one to pay attention to. From sharing her love and passion for anime and Japan during an interview at the age of 11, to gracing the stage with her presence as a...
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S3 E30: The Best Anime Of This Past Decade
After we quickly establish that "The Big 3" in anime is not a personal opinion but a FACT and an actual TITLE given to three SPECIFIC anime during a certain era, it is time to discuss this new era of anime. What are the best new gen anime? Using anime popularity, manga sales, the cosplay…
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S3 E29: Jacki Jing - Living Out Her Brother's Gaming Dream
Jacki Jing has lived out many of our dreams. A former D1 Athlete, Emmy Nominated news anchor, gaming and anime event host, and up and coming actress. The spotlight is always bright, but what are the shadows that we don't see in my of our aspired industries? What is it about One Piece, and anime…
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S3 E28: Greatest Anime of ALL TIME: Season 3 Premiere
WE ARE BACK!!! We are kicking off Season 3 with our updated Top 10 Anime Lists. Things have definitely changed since the last time we shared our favorite series. We have some new segments where we share the manga/comics that we are reading, our favorite anime quotes, as well as other creators in...
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Look How Far We've Come: Season 2 FINALE (Ep. 27)
As sad as it is, everything must come to an end. This is the SEASON FINALE of Life With Anime Podcast Season 2. Lets take a stroll down memory lane. LIKE! COMMENT! FOLLOW! Let us know your thoughts on the episode. Tell us your favorite episode of this season. ▶ EPISODE WAS RECORDED: June 21, 2024
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Anime Characters Who DONT Stand On Business - Special Guests: ImTracyAllen & ShonenShowdown (Ep.26)
We brought along ShonenShowdown & ImTracyAllen to talk about how anime has been impacting their lives lately, share their One Piece HOT TAKES, and rank some of the biggest FRAUDS in all of anime. Not an episode you want to miss. LIKE. COMMENT. FOLLWO. And let us and the fellas know your thoughts…
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ANIME HOT TAKES - What Are You Watching?? Pt. 2 (Ep. 25)
Another round of ANIME HOT TAKES from you guys. You were all definitely on your A-Game. From calling Itachi weak, to saying that JuJutsu Kaisen (JJK) and One Piece boring. These were fun ones to read and react to. LIKE! COMMENT! FOLLOW! Let us know your thoughts on the episode. If we addressed…
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PODCAST Turned ROAST - Special Guests: SSBlayze & NikeFinesse (Ep.24)
The NEPHEWS SSBlayze and Nike Finesse pulled up and joined us for an in-person interview during our trip to Momocon. If you want to die laughing while still discussing anime, videogames, music, and their content journey, then i promise that this is an episode that you don't want to miss. Make…
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Anime HOT TAKES - What Did You Just Say?! (Ep. 23)
You guys definitely gave us your HOTTEST Anime HOT TAKES!! A lot of you have some serious explaining to do. Is Gojo the strongest anime character of all time? Are Frieren and Fullmetal Alchemist both extremely boring? Did Eren truly do nothing wrong? LIKE! COMMENT! FOLLOW! Let us know your…
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Anime Podcasts Unite Pt.2 - Special Guest: Gotta Hate 'Em Pod (Ep. 22)
We are back again, with another Anime Podcast Collab! This time we have the one and only Shmeem, host of Gotta Hate 'Em Podcast. Hear from him as he shares his journey of dropping everything and starting the podcast with his friends. We talk about Shmeem, and how his older siblings are the reason...
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Special Guest: Thousand Hunny - LIBRARIAN To COSPLAY QUEEN (Ep. 21)
We had the pleasure of the real life Nami joining as our next special guest. In all seriousness, Thousand Hunny is a cosplayer who has blown up tremendously over the recent months, and who has build a grand and loyal community. Come listen as we talk about Hunny's journey from the library to…
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A True EGOIST: Blue Lock Tier List (Ep. 20)
After rewatching all 24 episodes in 36 hours, we completed a tier list and ranked every major character in the series! Who has the biggest ego?! Who has had a bigger impact in the series?! Only a TRUE EGOIST has what it takes to sit at the top of Blue Lock! Comment, and let us know your thoughts…
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Anime PERFECTION: With ShonenShowdown & AnimexSundays (Ep. 19)
We brought along ShonenShowdown & AnimexSundays to discuss the controversial conversation that Tracy Allen started a few weeks ago. “No Anime is PERFECT… EXCEPT for One Piece”. Tell us in the comments what you think is the PERFECT anime. Go ahead check out ShonenShowdown & AnimexSundays on all...
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Toonami At Its PEAK: Tier List (Ep. 18)
We completed a 1997 to 2018 Toonami Tier List. This list was full of nostalgic anime and cartoons from our childhood. You got an issue with where we put things, go ahead and argue with a tree! What childhood series would you place in S Tier? Comment, and let us know your thoughts on the episode....
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Shenanigans With That One Piece Talk: Special Guest Interview (Ep. 17)
The homies over at That One Piece Talk pulled up on us. They share their journey of going from childhood friends, people with no following or clout, to the WORLD WIDE phenomenon that they are now. Go ahead check out That One Piece Talk on all their socials. Comment, and let both us and TOPT know...
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Q&A: 25 Questions Got Heated (Ep. 16)
Answering 25 Questions from our Instagram community. This Q&A got heated when talking about anime live actions. Stick around to see Joe and Preston yell at each other on camera for the first time! Comment, and let both us know your thoughts on the episode. If you haven't already, make sure to...
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Limit Breaking Blake Koala: Special Guest Interview (Ep. 15)
Who knew a koala could do so much. Maybe ADD is a superpower. This episode we are joined by Blake Koala. We talk about Blake's last name struggles, his love and respect for all things Dragon Ball and Toriyama, as well as all of his hot takes involving FairyTail, Black Clover, Attack On Titan, and...
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SOLO LEVELING Is Not In Our Top 3 Winter Anime (Ep. 14)
Hear our Top 3 2024 Winter anime picks as well as some of our honorable mentions. Keep watching to see us also look forward to some of the new anime coming out this spring season. There is a ton to look forward to. Let us know your favorite anime from this season, as well as what anime you are...
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High Card/Migi & Dali Walkthrough (Ep. 13)
High Card, as well as Migi & Dali will have your eyes and ears glued to the screen. The twists and turns, the connections, and even similarities to other shows like Bungo Stray Dogs and Promised Neverland, will have you hooked. Join us as we walkthrough the first half of each series, give our...
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AniMel's Weeb Love Story: Special Guest Interview (Ep. 12)
If you are in to romance anime, or are looking to start, our guest @itsanimel is the person to talk to. From Watakoi to A Sign of Affection, she has plenty of recommendations. But, romance isn't her only interest. Watch as we ask her more about her content journey, how analytical side, and some…
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Homage to Akira Toriyama (Ep. 11.5)
A special short episode where we pay our respects to the legend that is Akira Toriyama. This man has not only had a major impact on our lives individually, but has had an immense impact on THE WORLD! In this episode, we talk about both of those things! ▶ EPISODE WAS RECORDED: March 8, 2024
About this show
Welcome to the "Life With Anime Podcast", where you come to be entertained, find some escape and relief, and where we talk about the IMPACT that anime has on all of our lives.Our Hosts Joe and Preston, along with frequent guests, chop it up about everything ANIME & MANGA related. From the latest news, whats hot in the anime community, reviews on different series and genres. Theres even the some yelling and screaming from time to time.#LifeWithAnimePodcast #LWAP #LWAPodcast #AnimePodcast #Anime #Manga #Podcast
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