We’ve been watching a ton of anime lately, so it’s time to rank our top 10 of the year (so far).On top of that, we’ve got a bunch of anime news to cover: Perfect Blue is coming back to theaters for a limited run, Labubu and Uniqlo just dropped a collab, and Natalie Portman and Mark Ruffalo are starring in a new animated sci-fi film called ARCO. Plus, scalpers are already ruining the One Piece x McDonald’s collab. We also share weekly thoughts on To Be Hero X, DanDaDan, Kaiju No. 8, and One Piece, and then wrap things up by catching up on Boruto chapters 55–65.
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These Anime Are Absolute Cinema
We’ve been watching a ton of anime lately, so it’s time to rank our top 10 of the year (so far).On top of that, we’ve got a bunch of anime news to cover: Perfect Blue is coming back to theaters for a limited run, Labubu and Uniqlo just dropped a collab, and Natalie Portman and Mark Ruffalo are starring in a new animated sci-fi film called ARCO. Plus, scalpers are already ruining the One Piece x McDonald’s collab. We also share weekly thoughts on To Be Hero X, DanDaDan, Kaiju No. 8, and One Piece, and then wrap things up by catching up on Boruto chapters 55–65.
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Why Is To Be Hero X Still Slept On?
To Be Hero X just keeps getting better.We catch up on the series all the way through episode 20, break down what’s happening, and throw out some wild theories about what might be coming next.We also talk about how Kaiju No. 8 has been consistently great, why Dan Da Dan is such a standout series, and our excitement for My Dress-Up Darling season 2.On top of that, we dive into the latest Black Clover chapters where Yuno pulls off an insane combo, mixing Asta’s anti-magic with his wind and star magic. It’s a stacked episode — let’s talk anime.Support the YouTube: https://youtu.be/8AoJveFOV8g
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Boruto has OFFICIALLY Been Compared to One Piece
THIS EPISODE UNPACKS:Anime/Manga News Nuclear Takes: Gege Akutami’s real relationship with Oda, LA One Piece S2 trailer breakdown, Boruto vs. One Piece fandom wars, and Black Clover’s 10th anniversary surprises!Horikoshi’s Bombshell: My Hero Academia’s end game vs. his new series’ "unfulfilled MHA ambition" .Weekly Anime Fire:Kaiju #8 S2: Defense Force’s new threats & Kafka’s secret struggle, Dandadan S2,My Dress Up Darling S2: Marin’s cosplay revolution & Gojo’s new designs, Gatchiakuta’s. One Piece Egghead Arc: Vegapunk’s revelation & Saturn’s wrath.Support Our Tube:
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We're A Boruto Podcast Now?
This week on The Anime Alchemists, we’re diving into anime’s biggest headlines and hottest debates—delivered with the deep dives you’d expect from Trash Taste and the news rigor of The Anime Experience.TOPICS COVERED: Controversy Alert: Shueisha’s ex-chief editor Torishima (Dragon Ball’s former editor) criticizes Oda’s anime involvement—is One Piece’s manga suffering?Real-World Impact: Why Indonesians are flying One Piece’s Straw Hat flag as a political protest against government corruption Exclusive Reveals: Solo Leveling: Ragnarok WEBTOON spinoff confirmed + Uniqlo’s Dandadan collab (July 3rd)Series Deep Dives:Kaiju No. 8 Season 2’s looming threats, Gachiakuta’s 2025 anime hype (Bones Studio),Boruto Chapters 50–55 breakdown: Kawaki’s betrayal & Code’s revenge, Cant Forget a Fun Martin Game ClassicIN THE VEIN OF SHONEN FLOP / ANIME OUTSIDERS:We debate Torishima’s harsh Oda take, analyze how anime symbols fuel real-world protests, and unpack whether Boruto’s latest twist justifies the hype.Content Warning: Political themes, spoilers for Boruto and Kaiju No. 8.Stream now on Spotify/Apple Podcasts
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