The Wonder of Anime

On this week's episode of The Wonder of Anime. podcast host and beat maker The Wolves Den is in the expert seat. He brings us one of Makoto Shinkai's earliest works, 5 Centimeters Per Second. We get into what makes this movie so special even if the ending is not traditional, Shinkai's influences, how his tropes carry on, and so much more. Spoilers for Garden of Words around the 41 minute mark. Spoilers for Your Name around the 51 minute mark. Follow The Wolves Den: Twitter / X TikTok Instagram Follow Menu Combat: Podcast Twitter / X Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com Instagram Facebook Twitter / X Recorded using a Sony A6000 and a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

On this week’s episode of The Wonder of Anime, we are diving deep into the archives and talking about the icon 2000s anime, Princess Tutu. Cosplayer and content creator Dana also known as Sundai, joins me in the expert seat to talk about this original anime. We discuss why the dub for Princess Tutu made it so memorable (shoutout to Luci Christian,) how its not a ballet anime, and why it’s so important today. Follow Dana: Threads Instagram Website Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com YouTube Instagram Threads Twitter Pinterest Recorded using a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

This week on The Wonder of Anime, streamer and cosplayer Simone Malcolm is in the expert seat! Simone is a multi-hyphenate creative who writes, cosplays, and streams. An animanga enthusiast who loves to nerd out over music, gaming, fashion, and pop culture. Simone comes to us with the ever “controversial” shounen, Black Clover. It seems people either love it or hate it, with no in-between. We get into what makes Black Clover so special, is Yuno really a Sasuke clone, why people hate it so much, and more! Follow Simone: X / Twitter Twitch Instagram Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com YouTube Instagram Threads Twitter Pinterest Recorded using a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

On this week’s episode of The Wonder of Anime, it’s time to talk about my number one favorite anime, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. In the expert seat, I have David Ross, aka Vibe Dealing David. He’s a content creator, cosplayer and streamer. We dive in right away into what makes FMAB the best anime, ever! We also talk about some unpopular opinions, was Nina Tucker’s storyline THAT sad, what 03 did better, and so much more! Follow David: YouTube X / Twitter Instagram Twitch TikTok Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com YouTube Instagram Threads Twitter Pinterest Recorded using a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

This week, I'm joined by the incredible streamer and cosplayer, Phyfer Rage! Phy is in the expert seat this week to talk about the slice of life anime, Barakamon. We discuss why this story is life-changing, what life lessons we can take away, and why the countryside is always healing! Plus, we have some fun side tangents about Nana and more! Follow Phy: Twitch X Instagram Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com YouTube Instagram Threads Twitter Pinterest Recorded using a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

In this week's episode of The Wonder of Anime, I'm joined by podcaster and streamer PolowBornFly. He's one half of the iconic Mic Check Waifu Waifu podcast. He's in the expert seat talking about the millennial classic, Clannad. We discuss how Clannad changed his life, why it's so much more than a sad anime, and why people need to try different anime genres. Follow Polow: Twitter / X Mic Check Waifu Waifu Twitter / X Twitch Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com YouTube Instagram Threads Twitter Pinterest Recorded using a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

The mecha agenda is back, baby! Phoenix, host of The Anime Tea, is on this week’s episode of The Wonder of Anime continuing the mecha recruitment plan. Phoenix brings us the 2005 original anime Eureka Seven. We discuss the show airing on Toonami, how It’s compared to Evangelion, why it’s very different, and why more people should watch it. Follow Phoenix: The Anime Tea YouTube X / Twitter Instagram Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com YouTube Instagram Threads Twitter Pinterest Recorded using a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

This week on The Wonder of Anime, voice actor Zeno Robinson is in the expert seat. Zeno is known for his roles as Hawks in My Hero Academia, Genya in Demon Slayer, Akira in Zom 100, ans many more. As the expert, Zeno walks us through Studio Gainax’s mecha anime, Gurren Lagann. We discuss Simon and Kamina’s unique dynamic, how Gurren Lagann is different from other mechas, why it’s in Studio Trigger’s DNA, and why Zeno’s yelling quotes out in a theater. Follow Zeno: X / Twitter Instagram Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com YouTube Instagram Threads Twitter Pinterest Recorded using a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

This week on The Wonder of Anime, it’s time to talk Dragon Ball Z with Kyle Lewis. Kyle Lewis is a comedian and host from Brooklyn, NY. He is the host of The Fun Factor on YouTube, which is a comedy anime and gaming channel, and the host of Character Select Comedy, where you can see the best and sometimes nerdiest comedians perform at The Stand in New York City. In this episode, we uncover why Dragon Ball as a franchise still has the world in such a massive chokehold. Why is Goku so empty headed, and what has changed about fandom! Follow Kyle: Twitter / X Instagram The Fun Factor Character Select Comedy Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com YouTube Instagram Threads Twitter Pinterest Recorded using a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

This week on The Wonder of Anime, we're sailing the Deep Blue with Neysha Campbell, aka NeyshaPlays! Neysha is a cosplayer, entertainment critic, podcaster, and writer. She explores and reviews anime, manga, TV, and film, infusing her work with insightful critiques and opinion pieces. In this episode, we talk all things One Piece! Neysha walks us through its beginnings and how Oda's career could have gone a completely different way. We talk about the power of friendship, believing in your dreams, and if Luffy and Zoro will have to fight in the end?! Where to find Neysha: Instagram X / Twitter But Why Tho Freecs N Geecs Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com YouTube Instagram Threads Twitter Pinterest Recorded using a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

This week on The Wonder of Anime, we're joined by the incredible Briana Lawrence aka BriChibi. Briana is the author of "In Search of Superpowers: A Fantasy Pin World Adventure" and "The Essential Guide to Manga: 50 Series Every Manga Fan Should Know." She also is the Senior Features Editor at Crunchyroll. Briana is talking all things Sk8 The Infinity, the original anime which premiered in 2021. We dive deep into what this skating anime has to say about life, having fun, your purpose, and so much more. We also discuss what ever happened with the government corruption plot and speculate on what the Sk8 OVA may reveal. Where to find Briana: Buy: In Search of Superpowers: A Fantasy Pin World Adventure Pre-order: The Essential Guide to Manga: 50 Series Every Manga Fan Should Know X / Twitter Instagram brishouldbewriting.com Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com YouTube Instagram Threads Twitter Pinterest Recorded using a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

In this week’s episode of The Wonder of Anime, we’re discussing all things Fire Force with the amazing Kiy of PinKIY Sensei! Kiy is a STEM researcher by day and a Gaming Princess by night. Online, she’s known for being authentically herself and sharing her love of anime, gaming, and her journey in academia with the #PrettyCommittee. As Kiy tells us about Fire Force, we dig deep and discuss the bigger lessons in the manga and anime about life and death. We discuss the connection to Soul Eater, what it teaches us about found family, and of course, the “fan service.” Spoiler alert, it’s definitely not as much as you think. All this and more! Where to find Kiy: PinKIY Sensei Website YouTube TikTok Twitter / X Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com YouTube Instagram Threads Twitter Pinterest Recorded using a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

This week, Lisa is joined by writer, host, and podcaster Victoria L Johnson. Victoria hosts the popular Sailor Moon Fan Club Podcasts where she interviews fans of Sailor Moon! Victoria also regularly produces and moderates panels for conventions, including San Diego Comic-Con, New York Comic Con, and Anime NYC. In this episode, Victoria schools us on one of the most popular anime ever, Sailor Moon. We discuss its origin story, how dark but also comedic the anime can be, why Seiya could have pulled us, and so much more. Where To Find Victoria and Moonies Club: Victoria's Twitter Moonie's Club Twitter YouTube Moonie's Club Instagram Sailor Moon Fan Club Website Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com YouTube Instagram Threads Twitter Pinterest Recorded using a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

The Wonder of Anime is back with an all new season and show format! In this season, Lisa is joined by guests from all over the anime and manga industry, as well as anime content creators to discuss the wonder of anime! Specifically, their favorite anime! From Yu Yu Hakusho to Jujutsu Kaisen, Cardcaptor Sakura to Sasaki and Miyano, new school and old school, we will unpack it all. This week, Lisa is joined by podcast host, writter, and youtuber Tsunderi! Erica, also known as Eri, is the host of the podcast Nerds at Work with Tsunderi. On her podcasts Eri interviews self-proclaimed nerds who managed to turn their nerdy passions into thriving careers. She also reviews and discusses anime and manga on her blog and Youtube channel. In this episode, Erica dives deep into Yu Yu Hakusho. After 33 years, the series still manages to be top of the conversation in our current anime culture. Why is it still a successful show and why is the Dark Tournament not the best arc in the show? Are Yusuke and Keiko the best shounen couple? We get into all this and more! Where to Find Eri: tsunderi.com YouTube Instagram Twitter Follow Lisa: thewonderofanime.com YouTube Instagram Threads Twitter Pinterest Recorded using a Hyper Quad X microphone Intro Music: LAKEY INSPIRED - Arcade Edited by Lisa De La Cruz using Davinci Resolve

Hey y'all, it's almost the new year! Here's my anime wrapped for 2022 and what I have planned for 2023. Enjoy :) Anime I’ve Watched: Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube

On this episode, I'm joined by Brandon Bovia, a freelance manga letterer/touch up artist. Brandon currently works on Kaiju No.8, Dragon Ball Supers, and many others. Brandon and I discuss his weeb journey, what lettering manga entails, the differences between lettering weekly manga chapters vs entire volumes and so much more. We also discuss burning out and saying no for self-perseverance. Follow Brandon: Twitter Website The One Piece at a Time Podcast Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube

On this episode, I'm joined by Japanese-English translator, David Evelyn. David has worked on visual novels, games, manga, light novels, and other Japanese media. Currently, he translates for the shounen hit, Kaiju No. 8, and City Hunter. David walks me through how he fell "upwards" into translating and provides some behind the scenes on how the process works. We also talk about visiting Japan, overhearing conversations, those old 90s translations, and more! Follow David: Twitter Website Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube The Anime Tea Video

On this episode of The Wonder of Anime podcast, I'm joined by Steve and Bo from the Inside the Mind of a Blerd podcast. We had so much fun discussing the origin of the podcast, how Steve and Bo met, the show's structure, manga adaptations, and more. Support Steve's upcoming webtoon Kickstarter! Follow Inside the Mind of a Blerd: Youtube Podcast Twitter Instagram Follow Steve: Twitter Instagram Follow Bo: Twitter Instagram Twitch Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube

On this week’s episode, I am joined by Rob of the Dad Needs To Talk Podcast and Youtube channel. Rob and I immediately jump into his anime origin story and the events that led him to start the podcast. We also discuss the differences between older anime and today's anime, the importance of community, dealing with grief, and so much more. Follow Rob: Podcast Youtube Twitter Instagram Website Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube

*taps mic* Hello, is this thing on?? I can't believe it's been almost 9 months since I've put out an episode! And let me tell you, so much has changed! I'm so excited to be back! In this episode, I am just giving you a brief life update and what's to come with The Wonder of Anime podcast and Youtube Channel! Follow The Wonder of Anime: The Wonder of Anime Twitter TikTok Instagram YouTube