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The Otaku Noobs Podcast

by Laura Ruezga

Listen weekly as Best Friends try to navigate their way through the amazing world of Anime, Japan and more! Follow us on social media @otakunoobspod

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Episodes

  1. The Red Room

    Summer break is over and Spooky Season is here! Today, Laura is talking about one of Japan's most famous internet urban legends, The Red Room. Don't forget to follow us on social media: @otakunoobspod on Instagram and TikTok Source: Wiki

  2. Saki Sanobashi (Go For A Punch)

    Was Saki Sanobashi a real lost horror anime, or one of the internet's greatest hoaxes? This week, Laura explores the mystery behind the infamous "Go For A Punch" legend, the massive online search for evidence and why this creepy anime that may never have existed continues to fascinate anime and...

  3. Pragmata

    Join Laura and Eric on their drive as they chat about Pragmata. (So sorry about Eric's mic!) Background music by: AOGFMUSIC

  4. Batman Ninja VS. Yakuza League

    The Otaku Noobs are back and recapping the madness that is Batman Ninja VS Yakuza League! Please Rate and Share this pod to your otaku or weeb friends and don't forget to follow us on social media: @otakunoobspod . If you enjoyed our background music please check out MrWashingt0n

  5. Batman Ninja

    Time to ditch the high tech gadgets and time to train like a ninja because today Laura, Jesse and Jacob are chatting about Batman Ninja! Watch movie, FREE, on Youtube

  6. Sword of Truth

    On todays minisode, Laura recaps the not-so-know 1990 OVA: Sword of Truth.

  7. Ninja Scroll

    Today, Laura chats about real life ninja and the cult classic anime movie: Ninja Scroll!

  8. Chainsaw Man Movie: Reze Arc

    This week on The Otaku Noobs Pod, we're breaking down the Chainsaw Man Movie: REZE ARC- a story packed with romance, betrayal, and absolute chaos! From sweet cafe moment to explosive fights, Denji finds himself caught between love and survial...again!

  9. 4th Anniversary

    March 9th we hit our 4th Anniversary, thank you all for your love and continued support!

  10. Chainsaw Man S1, Ep. 10-12

    Get ready for an exciting Chainsaw Man Finale and the finale of our 4th season! Join Laura, Jesse and Jacob as they recap Chainsaw Man S1, Ep. 10-12! Don't forget to rate us and follow us on Social Media @otakunoobspod

  11. Chainsaw Man S1, Ep. 7-9

    Get ready for an action packed episode because Laura and Eric are recapping Chainsaw Man episodes 7-9!

  12. Chainsaw Man S1, Ep. 4-6

    Laura is joined by her husband Eric and they recap Chainsaw Man episodes 4-6. Don't forget to follow us on social media: @otakunoobspod

  13. Chainsaw Man S1, Ep. 1-3

    Join Laura and her faithful companion, Pudge, as she recaps Chainsaw Man episodes 1-3! Don't forget to rate us 5 stars and follow us on social media: @otakunoobspod

  14. Famous Dogs

    The Otaku Noobs are finally back from their break and today they're talking about famous dogs throughout history! Don't forget to rate us 5 stars and follow us on social media: @otakunoobspod Anime News:...

  15. Sada Abe

    Today, Laura retells the story of Sada Abe: a twisted love affair gone horribly wrong! Follow us on social media @otakunoobspod Source: Wiki

  16. Tsuyama Massacre

    It's True Crime November and Laura is back to retell the haunting events of the Tsuyama Massacre WIKIPEDIA Instagram: @otakunoobspod

  17. Halloween Retro Screams Ep.2: Angel's Egg

    In a drowned world where everything has fallen silent, a lone girl guards a fragile egg..her last piece of faith....Join Laura as we sink into the haunting depths of Mamoru's Oshii's Angel's Egg- a surreal tale of lost gods, forgotten dreams, and a beauty born from despair. Follow us on Social...

  18. Halloween Retro Screams Ep.1: Kyoufu Densetsu - Kaiki! Frankenstein

    It's finally October and we're taking it back to the 80s'! Tonight, Laura and Eric recap an overlooked cult classic: Kyoufu Densetsu - Kaiki! Frankenstein, tune in for all the 1980s anime horror! Follow us on Social Media for more! Watch Movie on YouTube

  19. SICK WEEK

    oh no! Laura's sick :(

  20. Summerween Ep. 9: Legend of Ame Onna (The Rain Woman)

    Grab your umbrella and be on the look out because Laura is talking about the Ame Onna, Japan's Rain Woman. Don't forget to follow us on social media @otakunoobspod

  21. Summerween Ep.8: Yakudoshi (Cursed Birthdays)

    Happy Birthday Laura! On tonights episode, Laura talks about, Yakudoshi, Cursed Birthdays... Don't forget to follow us on Social Media @otakunoobspod

  22. Summerween Ep. 7: Tsukumogami (100+ year old, Haunted Objects)

    Don't turn your back on your antiques, because they may just jump out and haunt you! Today, Laura tells us about Tsukumogami, old items that acquires a soul or spirit after turning 100 years old, you won't want to miss this. Dont forget to rate us 5 stars and follow us on social media for more!...

  23. Summerween Ep. 6: Ryo Tatsuki

    Today, Laura talks about Manga Artist Ryo Tatsuki. WHo predicted past disasters with chilling accuracy-now, one of her darkest prophecies is set for 2030..

  24. Summerween Ep. 5: Cursed Numbers

    Tonight, Laura tells us about Japan's cursed number! Don't forget to rate us 5 stars and follow us on social media for more @otakunoobspod

  25. Summerween Ep. 4: J-Horror

    What your favorite scary movie? On tonights minisode, Laura tells us about J-Horror Follow us on Social Media: @otakunoobspod

  26. Summerween Ep.3: Exploring Yōkai

    Lets go into the shadow and scratch the surface on the mystical world of Yōkai..Follow us on Social Media: @otakunoobspod

  27. Summerween Ep. 2: Yūrei, Ghosts of Japan

    Time to turn off the lights and grab your favorite anime plushie because tonight we're stepping into the haunted shadows of Japan! Follow us on Instagram: @otakunoobspod

  28. Summerween Ep. 1: Japan's Obon Festival

    Boo! It's episode one of our Summerween series and what better way to start then by talking about Japan's Obon Festival. Don't forget to follow us on social media: @otakunoobspod

  29. Dragon Ball Evolution

    Today, Laura recaps one of the worst Live Action Adaptations ever made...Dragon Ball Evolution. Please Rate us 5 stars and follow us on Social Media: @otakunoobspod

  30. Dragon Ball GT: The Glitchy Timeline Nobody Asked For

    Today, Laura dives headfirst into the glorious mess that is Dragon Ball GT. Don't forget to rate us (5 Stars) and Follow us on Instagram: @otakunoobspod

  31. Akira Toriyama, The Creator of Dragon Ball

    Konichiwa Otakus! Today, Laura is joined by Jesse from Podcast On The Phone about the man who made us all go Super Saiyan, Akira Toriyama. Don't Forget to Follow us on Instagram @otakunoobspod and on TikTok @otakunoobspod . Watch Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins for free on Tubi!

  32. Dragon Ball Z: BROMANCE

    Sup Otaku's! Today, Laura and Eric read an anonymous fan fiction by a listener, you won't want to miss all the sexual tension! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @otakunoobspod

  33. Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero

    We've done it Otakus..we've completed watching all the movies from the Dragon Ball Universe! Today, we recap the latest of the franchise, Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero! Follow us on Social Media for more @otakunoobspod

  34. Dragon Ball Super: Broly

    The Otakus head down to Antartica with Goku and the gang as they recap all the action for the Dragon Ball Super Movie: Broly! Follow us on Instagram for more! @otakunoobspod

  35. Another Message from Laura

    Back next week with Dragon Ball Super Movie: Broly!

  36. A message from Laura

    Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and TikTok @otakunoobspod

  37. Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F

    Frieza has been wished back and we're here to recap all the action! Follow us on social media @otakunoobspod Reading From: https://dragonball.fandom.com/wiki/Dragon_Ball_Z:_Resurrection_%E2%80%98F%E2%80%99 Anime News: https://en.dragon-ball-official.com/news/01_3373.html

  38. Dragon Ball Z: Battle of the Gods

    Grab a drink, some food and a bingo card because we're at Bulma's birthday party and we're recapping the Dragon Ball Z movie: Battle of the Gods! Reading From: https://dragonball.fandom.com/wiki/Dragon_Ball_Z:_Battle_of_Gods

  39. oh no! No New Episode

    So sorry to break the news otakus but there's no new episode this week. After dealing with a few life issues and technical issues, we are taking an emergency mental health break this week. BACK NEXT WEEK!

  40. Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon

    is that Link from the Legend of Zelda? NO!..That Tapion.... Today, Laura and Eric recap the DBZ movie: Wrath of the Dragon Reading From: https://dragonball.fandom.com/wiki/Dragon_Ball_Z:_Wrath_of_the_Dragon#Summary

  41. Dragon Ball Z: Fusion Reborn

    Janemba everyone! Today, we're at the other world martial arts tournament and we'll be recapping every moment of action as we witness...Fusion REBORN! Instagram: @otakunoobspod Reading Source: https://dragonball.fandom.com/wiki/Dragon_Ball_Z:_Fusion_Reborn#Summary

  42. Dragon Ball Z: BIO Broly

    This week the Otaku's join Trunks, Goten and Android 18 as they recap their adventures against BIO Broly! Reading From: https://dragonball.fandom.com/wiki/Dragon_Ball_Z:_Bio-Broly

  43. Dragon Ball Z: Broly- Second Coming!

    Somehow...Someway...Broly has survived and we are here to recap all the details! Reading From: https://dragonball.fandom.com/wiki/Dragon_Ball_Z:_Broly_-_Second_Coming#Summary

  44. Dragon Ball Z: Bojack Unbound

    Grab your seat because we're at the World's Martial Arts Tournament! Get ready to cheer on Team Dragon as they fight space thugs in BOJACK UNBOUND! Reading from: https://dragonball.fandom.com/wiki/Dragon_Ball_Z:_Bojack_Unbound#Summary

  45. Dragon Ball Z: Broly- The Legendary Super Saiyan

    Today, Laura and Eric blast off to New Planet Vegeta and retell the story of Broly- The Legendary Super Saiyan, you don't want to miss all the action! Reading From: https://dragonball.fandom.com/wiki/Dragon_Ball_Z:_Broly_-_The_Legendary_Super_Saiyan

  46. Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!

    It's our Anniversary, and we're diving into the excitement of our fourth season with the thrilling Dragon Ball Z movie: Super Android 13! Join Laura and the return of Nancy, as they celebrate this milestone by recapping all the explosive action and unforgettable moments from this epic film! Get...

  47. Dragon Ball Z: The History of Trunks

    In a desperate bid for survival, Laura, Jesse and Jacob find themselves hiding from Androids 17 & 18. As danger looms, the trio dives deep into an enthralling recap of "The History of Trunks," Join them on this thrilling journey!

  48. Dragon Ball Z: The Return of Cooler

    Get your spacesuits on because we're going to New Namek..but wait! Cooler has returned! Join Laura, Jesse (Podcast on the Phone) and Jacob as they recap Dragon Ball Z Movie: The Return of Cooler! Anime News: Dragon Ball Daima Swing Collection Reading From:...

  49. Dragon Ball Z: Cooler's Revenge

    Today, we're back camping with the Z fighters as Cooler arrives for his revenge!

  50. Dragon Ball Z: Lord Slug

    This week, join Laura, Eric and her cousin Jesse from Podcast on the Phone as they recap Lord Slug! Don't forget to follow us on Social Media @otakunoobspod Reading From: https://dragonball.fandom.com/wiki/Dragon_Ball_Z:_Lord_Slug Follow Podcast on the Phone:...

About this show

Listen weekly as Best Friends try to navigate their way through the amazing world of Anime, Japan and more! Follow us on social media @otakunoobspod

Hosted by

Laura Ruezga

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Otaku Noobs Podcast have?

The Otaku Noobs Podcast has 169 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on September 9, 2026.

What is The Otaku Noobs Podcast about?

Listen weekly as Best Friends try to navigate their way through the amazing world of Anime, Japan and more! Follow us on social media @otakunoobspod

How often does The Otaku Noobs Podcast release new episodes?

The Otaku Noobs Podcast publishes weekly, based on its 169 episodes since February 2022.

Who hosts The Otaku Noobs Podcast?

The Otaku Noobs Podcast is created and hosted by Laura Ruezga.
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