The Anime Effect

It's another big week for anime news, y'all! We're breaking down the headlines this week including news on Marvel’s Mangaverse returning, Dr. STONE coming to Fortnite and a Code Lyoko revival! PLUS, we hear about the anime moments living rent-free in your minds 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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Anime Effect dives into the anime news this week, including the new Pokémon starters, a ONE PIECE milestone, and a quiet Reze Arc merch drop. PLUS, we dissect the new Gundam x Apex Legends collaboration, the new Rilakkuma anime, and the latest My Hero Anime concert tour. 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

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

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

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

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

Khleo Thomas & 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

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

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

Trigun & 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

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

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 & 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

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

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

Mori Calliope, your favorite deadbeat VTuber & 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

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

SPYAIR and yama talk with The Anime Effect about their most iconic anime songs before somehow summoning Hamtaro...! Don’t miss this double interview & 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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices