The Anime Effect

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.

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• HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President
• SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters
• V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Voice Actor Kaito Ishikawa, the voice of Naofumi Iwatani in The Rising of the Shield Hero, is sharing his favorite anime moment, his hopes for the show's future, and which character he would most want to go on an adventure with.

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.

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• V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon
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The Anime Effect is reporting LIVE from L.A. to discuss Dragon Ball's first official store, Bungo Stray Dogs' season 2 return, a major OVERLORD anniversary, and more! PLUS, LeAlec & Alex discuss the anime characters they believe are the smartest masterminds of all time!

Anime Industry Reaches Record Highs in 2024 as International Revenue Far Outpaces Japan

Dragon Ball Opens First Ever Store in Tokyo Station

Bungo Stray Dogs WAN! Season 2 Anime Announced for 2026

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition Announced Along with Free Update 

OVERLORD 10th Anniversary Celebration Theatrical Event Tickets Now on Sale

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.

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Yu Yu Hakusho’s Justin Cook joins us for the ULTIMATE nostalgia road trip as we talk about his work on the iconic anime. Plus, The Anime Effect hosts share which Fall 2025 shows they’re the most excited about.

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.

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It’s a creepy week at Crunchyroll HQ! The Anime Effect is breaking down The Apothecary Diaries’ major announcement of not just a third season, but an original movie straight from the author! PLUS, we. brace for a Hello Kitty x Junji Ito collab as well as Crunchyroll's new deals with HoyoVerse and Delta Airlines (anime at 30,000 feet?!). Buckle up!

The Apothecary Diaries Anime Announces Season 3 Release Dates and Original Film

Hello Kitty and Junji Ito's Tomie Cross Over in Scarily Adorable Goods

Crunchyroll and HoYoverse Party Up for Exclusive Honkai: Star Rail Collaboration

Crunchyroll Launches on Delta Air Lines in November with Solo Leveling, Fruits Basket 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.

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Olympian & World champion Noah Lyles joins The Anime Effect in New York City to share why he loves repping anime on the field, his future cosplay plans, and to show off his sick clothing collab with Crunchyroll and Adidas. PLUS, the track star plays a round of “Anime This Or That" with our hosts!

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.

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The Anime Effect gathers this week to celebrate Goku voice actor Masako Nozawa for becoming the first voice actor to earn the prestigious Person of Cultural Merit Recognition in Japan. PLUS, we go over all the news surrounding The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You, Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, as well as Yuki Chiba and Big Sean’s collab track "Ski Ga Ski."

Goku VA Masako Nozawa Becomes First Voice Actor to Receive Prestigious Person of Cultural Merit Recognition

The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You Season 3 Anime Announced for 2026

EXCLUSIVE: Yuki Chiba and Big Sean Debut Collab Track "Ski Ga Ski" on Crunchyroll News

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Slices Past US$50 Million Worldwide Box Office

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.

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Khleo Thomas, the actor behind Zero in Holes, is showing off his god-tier anime & video game collection (get ready to be jealous), revisiting his favorite anime moments of all time, 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.

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The Anime Effect is discussing ALL the news out of New York Comic Con, like That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime moving to theaters, Witch Hat Atelier winning a Harvey Award, and the latest update on TRIGUN STARGAZE. PLUS, we discuss the new Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc trailer & the next era of the ONE PIECE English dub! 

Crunchyroll to Bring That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Tears of the Azure Sea to Theaters

TRIGUN STARGAZE Anime Takes Aim with New Trailer, Visual, January 2026 Premiere

Witch Hat Atelier Wins Harvey Award for Best Manga

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Unveils Explosive New Trailer

ONE PIECE English Dub Episodes 1134-1143 Stream on Crunchyroll This November

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.

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Evan Call, the composer behind iconic anime including Violet Evergarden, APPARE-RANMAN!, and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, is on The Anime Effect, sharing how he creates his award-winning music. And yes, we ask him the secret to making anime fans cry.

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.

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The Anime Effect is discussing ALL the new anime reveals this week, like Apprentice Nail Artist in a Foreign Land, MARRIAGETOXIN, and Kindergarten Wars. We also uncover the latest headlines about Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid, as well as Hell’s Paradise, before making you cry 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.

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K-Pop star KANGDANIEL is teaming up with The Anime Effect to turn his cats into the ultimate anime heroes, revealing why he loves performing in the U.S., and choosing the anime world he would most want to visit.

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.

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The Anime Effect is unpacking Crunchyroll Manga as our hosts share what’s going on their reading lists. We then tackle the headlines, including Minecraft x Dragon Ball Z tees up, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 sparks debate, and more. PLUS, we ask the age-old question: What anime is guaranteed to make you cry? 

Crunchyroll Manga Sets October 9 Launch with Multiple Major Publishing Partners

Minecraft Dragon Ball Z DLC Teased, Super Saiyan Hair Hits Marketplace

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Passes $600 Million Worldwide

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 Anime Premieres on January 16

Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 Anime Previews Cast in New Trailer
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.

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Global pop star & Brazilian drag artist Pabllo Vittar is joining The Anime Effect to dish all about their new song “MEXE” featuring K-Pop group NMIXX! They also reveal how magical girls inspire their music and fashion, then tease their next big music drop. Tune in!

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.

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The Anime Effect team is breaking down the NYCC '25 panels they cannot wait to attend, Creepy Nuts’s huge Coachella performance, and what we’re hoping to see in the live-action ONE PIECE season 2. Plus! We’re sharing our favorite “edu-tainment” anime in Fan Service. 

Creepy Nuts to Perform at Coachella in 2026

Crunchyroll Heads to New York Comic Con 2025 with TRIGUN STARGAZE, DAN DA DAN and More Panels

DAN DA DAN Anime Announces Season 3

Japan Box Office: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Remains No.1 in 9th Weekend

Live-Action ONE PIECE Season 2 Sneak Peek Trailer Debuts

Crunchyroll Collabs with Noah Lyles, Adidas for Anime-Inspired Capsule Collection

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Hina Suguta and Shoya Ishige, who play Kitagawa Marin and Gojo Wakana in My Dress-Up Darling, are on The Anime Effect this week. The voice actors dive deep into the anime, discussing everything from cosplaying to couple goals.

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The Anime Effect dishes on everything we know about SPY x FAMILY and Oshi no Ko’s third seasons, as well as first reactions to Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba: Infinity Castle! THEN, the hosts gear up to debate the biggest rule of isekai anime, because it begs to be broken.

SPY x FAMILY Season 3 Releases New Trailer, Will Also Stream on Crunchyroll

Oshi no Ko Season 3 Anime Digs Deep with New Teaser Visual, Cast, January 2026 Premiere

Production I.G and Naoki Urasawa Collab with Cartier for "Panthère"-Inspired Anime

Nintendo Unveils The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Among Other 40th Anniversary Fun
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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle hits theaters this week, so we’re talking with the voices of Tanjiro Kamado, Nezuko Kamado, Inosuke Hashibira, and Giyu Tomioka about their favorite battles and moments from the film.

No spoilers, don't worry! Hear from Zach Aguilar, Abby Trott, Bryce Papenbrook, and Johnny Yong Bosch only on The Anime Effect.

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The Anime Effect unpacks the FINAL Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle preview, plus big anime updates from Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider, One-Punch Man, and the new Jujutsu Kaisen spin-off manga. PLUS, we continue our never-ending isekai debate in Fan Service with your help.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Releases Electrifying Visual of Zenitsu Versus Kaigaku

Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider Anime Debuts on October 4

One-Punch Man Season 3 Anime Suits Up on October 5

New Assassination Classroom Anime Film Announced for March 20, 2026

Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Spin-Off Manga Launches in Shonen Jump 

EVANGELION: Δ CROSS REFLECTIONS Game Project Announced

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ND Stevenson, the artist, author, and showrunner behind Nimona, Lumberjanes, and She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, is revealing the anime he watched during production, the anime character he aspires to be like, and even gives us the inside scoop on his book, Scarlet Morning.

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The Anime Effect is talking about the latest announcements for SPY x FAMILY, Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill, and JUJUTSU KAISEN fans: listen up! PLUS! We're sharing the anime & manga we wish we could experience for the first time if we could wipe our brains. Do you agree?

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Anime cosplayer Snitchery is here sharing ALL her costuming tips, revealing what attracts her to certain character looks (hint: think bald), and playing our Ultimate Anime Cosplay Bracket, but we make it unhinged.

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The Anime Effect's hosts are REUNITED! We're talking about all the Anime NYC announcements, the new visuals for DIGIMON BEATBREAK, and the upcoming Sekiro: No Defeat anime. Plus, we're unpacking the greatest anime subplots of all time.

The Banished Court Magician Aims to Become the Strongest, A Gatherer's Adventure in Isekai and More Anime to Stream on Crunchyroll

Delicious in Dungeon and Ryoko Kui Exhibition Heads to New York This October

One-Punch Man Season 3 Anime Releases Theme Song Announcement Video

DIGIMON BEATBREAK Anime Releases Visuals of Seven Lead Characters

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Anime Adaptation Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll in 2026

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Becomes 3rd Highest-Grossing Film of All-Time in Japan

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Kei Urana & Hideyoshi Andou, mangaka and graffiti designer of Gachiakuta, are on The Anime Effect this week to discuss how garbage led them to greatness.

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The Anime Effect is here to tell fans they can see Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle in theaters early! Plus, we're breaking down the music of Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc and the Yu-Gi-Oh! x Nike collab we CANNOT believe is happening! Also, if you want a magical girl retirement plan, we've got just the deal for you!

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Hosts Special United States Screenings on September 9 for Mega, Ultimate Fan Subscribers

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Takes 4th Place in Japan All-Time Box Office Chart in One Month

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Announces Kenshi Yonezu, Hikaru Utada to Perform the Ending Theme Song

WIND BREAKER, Witch Hat Atelier and More Manga Nominated for 2025 Harvey Awards

My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Releases New Trailer, Announces Porno Graffitti Opening Theme Song

Nike and Yu-Gi-Oh! Team Up for Joey Wheeler Sneakers

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Julio Rodríguez, center fielder for the Seattle Mariners, is on The Anime Effect to talk about his favorite anime, build a chaotic yet powerful anime dream team, and reveal the anime he makes ALL his teammates watch.

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The Anime Effect can barely contain its excitement because we now know the English dub cast for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle movie! PLUS, a new ONE PIECE anime is underway while Black Clover celebrates its biggest anniversary yet. We’re also making the ultimate magical girl retirement plans if you want in!

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Announces English Dub Cast, with Channing Tatum, Rebecca Wang to Join

Live-Action ONE PIECE Shares Season 2 Trailer, Season 3 Announced

ONE PIECE Heroines Anime Announced

New Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron Blooded Orphans Short Film to Screen with Urðr-Hunt Anime

Black Clover Gets Manga 10th Anniversary Art From One Piece, Naruto, Bleach Creators

Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME Release Date Announced

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The creator of the Let’s Play Leeanne Krecic (aka Mongie) talks behind-the-scenes of the Let’s Play anime, including what did and didn’t make it through the adaptation process, her inspiration behind this story, and her reaction to watching the anime for the first time.

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The Anime Effect has a lot to discuss this week! We’re unpacking another record-breaking week for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, the upcoming Akane-banashi anime adaptation, One Piece's new cafe in L.A., and so much more!

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Reaches 10th Highest-Grossing Film in Japan in Just 17 Days

Akane-banashi Anime Adaptation Officially Announced for 2026

One Piece Cafe Los Angeles Opens on August 2 with Exclusive Merch and Menu Items

Persona 3, Monster Hunter and Hyrule Warriors Spotlighted in Nintendo Switch Partner Showcase

Shonen Jump and Pokémon Share More Collab Illustrations from Sakamoto Days, Kagurabachi and More

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Paloma Mami is on The Anime Effect this week talking about the anime inspirations behind her new album, Códigos de Muñeka, and explains why she stays loyal to her man Guts from Berserk!

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The Anime Effect has a LOT to say after SDCC 2025! We’re breaking down Demon Slayer’s record-breaking opening weekend in Japan, Crunchyroll’s Anime NYC schedule, the titles coming to theaters for Anime Nights this fall, and more. PLUS, the hosts stand their ground & debate whether the Naruto or One Piece universe would win in a fight!

Japan Box Office: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Opens at No.1 Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Collabs with Los Angeles Dodgers on August 15 Game

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Releases New Visual Featuring Tanjiro and Giyu Versus Akaza

Solo Leveling Season 2, HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle and More Anime Recognized at 2025 Collision Awards

Crunchyroll Heads to Anime NYC with Special Panels, Screenings and More

Crunchyroll Anime Nights Movie Program Launches in the U.S. with Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid, OVERLORD Screenings

Mamoru Hosoda's The Boy and the Beast Re-Releases in U.S. Theaters in August

EXCLUSIVE: Oldboy Manga Deluxe Edition Debuts in January 2026

Junji Ito Enters Eisner Awards Hall of Fame

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Matt Heafy is on The Anime Effect not only to talk about his love for Death Note, Steins;Gate, and Solo Leveling, but also to share the inspiration behind his chart-topping music, tattoos, and his god-tier guitar collection.

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The Anime Effect finally proves whether its hosts could survive Nyaight of the Living Cat, and you can take the quiz too! PLUS! We’re also talking all the latest on Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, a special poll for My Hero Academia stans, and the new anime series we are excited for (and maybe even manifested?)!

Could You Survive Nyaight of the Living Cat?

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Manga Surpasses 200 Million Copies in Circulation

My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON Releases New Key Visual, Announces "Character’s Ultimate Scene Ranking" Poll

The Character’s Ultimate Scene Ranking Poll 

Snowball Earth Anime Adaptation Announced for 2026

Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You Anime Adaptation Announced for 2026

The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Film Reveals Cast for Zelda and Link

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J-Pop star Ado is on The Anime Effect, and she’s sharing her gateway anime, the reason she will always love vocaloid music, her experience performing music for One Piece Film Red, and how she launched her career on a 3DS.

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The Anime Effect is here with the latest on the live-action Solo Leveling series, Demon Slayer’s SDCC appearance, and a whole bunch of anime collabs we’re not sure we’re cool enough to wear. THEN, we’re sharing our best yuri recs and debating the best vehicles in anime during Fan Service.

Live-Action Solo Leveling Casts Byeon Woo-seok as Sung Jinwoo

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Hosts Hall H Panel at San Diego Comic-Con

Crunchyroll Collabs with Professional Wrestler Mercedes Moné for New Limited-Edition Merch

Crunchyroll x Ado Collab

Crunchyroll and Paloma Mami Team Up to Celebrate New Album with Exclusive Anime-Inspired Artwork

Rumiko Takahashi's MAO Manga Gets TV Anime Adaptation in Spring 2026

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The Anime Effect chats with the English voice of Kafka Hibino, Nazeeh Tarsha, and Kaiju No. 8 ADR Director Shawn Gann in our FIRST episode out of Anime Expo 2025! Learn who their favorite Kaiju is from the series (HINT: It’s not Kaiju No. 8) and their hopes for season 2.

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The Anime Effect is BACK from Anime Expo 2025, and they are ready to discuss all the news from the big con. Hear the latest on Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End season 2, The Apothecary Diaries, and SO MUCH more. PLUS, we’re pitching our (mostly) original anime ideas in Fan Service.

Anime Expo 2025: All the Big News from the Event!

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Anime Announced

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Season 2 to Stream on Crunchyroll in January 2026

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4 to Stream on Crunchyroll in 2026

New Black Clover Anime Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

Daemons of the Shadow Realm Anime Adaptation Announced, Crunchyroll to Stream

You and I Are Polar Opposites Anime Reveals New Trailer, Main Cast

The Apothecary Diaries Anime Sequel Announced After Season 2 Finale

Junji Ito Crimson TV Anime Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Season 2 Anime to Premiere in 2026

Sink Your Teeth: A Tokyo Ghoul Celebration Brings Ken Kaneki to Theaters Later This Month

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.

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• HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President
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In our very first episode, we're breaking down the very first episode of the brand new anime Gachiakuta! Listen in and share your thoughts in the comments as hosts Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray and Leah President talk out the trash and share their biggest takeaways and favorite lines from episode one of Gachiakuta. 

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The Anime Effect is breaking down the most anticipated titles of the Summer 2025 season. Come build your summer anime watchlist with our hosts, and ping us in the comments if we missed a show you cannot wait to watch!

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

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The Anime Effect is dishing some much-deserved fan service in their new segment, but FIRST! Hear the latest on Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle film, the new Crunchyroll News x Newtype magazine, and everything we know so far about My Hero Academia: Vigilantes season 2. PLUS, we break down the reveal of DIGIMON BEATBREAK.

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

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