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Good Anime Palette

149 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

We like Anime and Manga. We like to talk. So here's a podcast where we talk about Anime and Manga every 2 weeks.

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Episode 80: ASAP 5 (feat. Wind Breaker, Orb - On the Movements of the Earth, The Fable, Quality Assurance in Another World)

March 18, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 78.2 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:01:22) Main Discussion Start (00:01:56) Quality Assurance in Another World (00:29:35) Wind Breaker (00:52:45) Orb - On the Movements of the Earth (01:24:17) The Fable ------------------------------------------ You can always reach us via the following platforms: Email: [email protected] Twitter/X: @PaletteGood Website: www.goodanimepalette.com Instagram/Threads: @goodanimepalette Discord: Discord Invite Link ------------------------------------------ Music ...

After Dark 15: Subs, Dubs, and the Woes of Localization

March 11, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 81.5 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:04:14) What This After Dark Episode Is NOT About (00:09:15) What Is Localization, And Why Does It Matter? (00:20:27) Is There A Difference Between Localization And Translation? (00:29:11) The Importance And Limitations Of Localization (00:44:06) What's The General Japanese Perspective Of Localization? (00:51:54) The Kobayashi's Dragon Maid Controversy (01:25:08) Arguing About The Controversy Completely Misses The Main Problem -----------------------------------------...

Episode 79: Locked in an Office Cubicle with Weebs! (feat. Wotakoi, Aggretsuko, Servant x Service, And More!)

March 05, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 80.8 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:02:37) Main Discussion Start (00:04:45) Those Pesky Disclaimers and Definitions Again (00:14:50) What's The Appeal Of The Office/Workplace Genre? (00:31:52) Why Is The Genre Still So Niche? (00:40:38) The Significance of Workplace Culture in Asia (00:44:59) Studios Known For Great Workplace Anime (00:50:25) Recommendation Time! (00:50:58) Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku (00:58:41) Pokemon Concierge (01:07:00) Hanasaku Iroha: Blossoms for Tomorrow (01:23:33) Aggret...

BP26: The (Controversial) Method to Fixing Bad 3D CGI in 2D Anime

February 26, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 44 MB

Bad 3D in 2D Anime has always been a big issue that is usually due to an animation studio’s limitations or circumstances… but is there a way to vastly improve 3D usage without much cost? Jason thinks so. Note: This BP was recorded on January 18th, 2024. ------------------------------------------ You can always reach us via the following platforms: Email: [email protected] Twitter/X: @PaletteGood Website: www.goodanimepalette.com Instagram/Threads: @goodanimepalette Discord: Discord Inv...

Episode 78: Exploring the Anime Iceberg of Conspiracies and Controversies (CONTENT WARNING)

February 19, 2024 16:00 - 2 hours - 99.1 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:02:30) Explaining The Iceberg Concept (00:14:49) The Tip (00:15:15) Oshi no Ko's Terrace House Controversy (Link) (00:24:15) The Final Episodes of Neon Genesis Evangelion (00:33:06) LexBurner's Feud with Jobless Reincarnation (Link) (00:42:47) The Surface (00:43:12) Cheat Slayer cheats the copyright law of Japan (Link) (00:50:02) Haruhi Suzumiya bears the brunt of Endless H8 (Link) (00:57:53) Bill 156 (Link) (01:12:25) The Darkness (CONTENT WARNING) (01:14:30...

After Dark 14: GAP Rose Rumble 3 - Top 10 Anime Sensei

February 12, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 74.9 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:08:34) Will's #10 Pick (00:12:57) Jason's #10 Pick (00:17:36) Will's #9 Pick (00:22:26) Jason's #9 Pick (00:26:18) Will's #8 Pick (00:30:28) Jason's #8 Pick (00:33:24) Will's #7 Pick (00:37:38) Jason's #7 Pick (00:39:48) Will's #6 Pick (00:47:23) Jason's #6 Pick (00:51:57) Will & Jason's #5 Pick (00:57:44) Jason's #4 Pick (01:02:01) Will's #4 Pick (01:06:01) Jason's #3 Pick (01:09:16) Will's #3 Pick (01:12:39) Jason's #2 Pick (01:14:57) Will's #2 Pick (01:16:36) Will'...

Episode 77: Get In The Weeb-mobile, We're Going Back to 2023!

February 05, 2024 16:00 - 2 hours - 96.2 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:00:46) Main Discussion Start (00:04:39) A Surprisingly Good Start with Winter 2023 Despite Several Production Issues (00:20:56) Things Start to Slip in Spring 2023 (00:37:39) Summer 2023 Keep the Momentum Going for the Year (00:50:57) An Explosion of Anime Series for Fall 2023 (01:09:21) So How Good was 2023 Overall for Anime?  (01:38:42) The Anime Genre Breakdown of 2023 (01:46:47) The Best and Worst Anime of Each Genre in 2023 (01:53:46) The Anime Genres for...

Bits and Pieces 25: So... What Exactly is The Point of Wit Studio's The One Piece Reboot?

January 29, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 53.7 MB

Note: Jason here. During this recording, Will and I both missed a tweet claiming that the reimagined anime would be adapting from the East Blue Saga onwards.  The news story and the tweet provided by ANN are below. However, this info has yet to be confirmed so we wanted to focus more on our speculation on the anime. This BP was recorded on January 6th, 2024. The news story in question (provided by ANN) Wit Studio Produces The One Piece Anime Series Remake for Netflix --------------------...

Episode 76: Winter 2024 Seasonals is Bringing The Hype And Heat! (feat. Solo Leveling, A Sign of Affection, Sasaki and Peeps, And More!)

January 22, 2024 16:00 - 2 hours - 89.7 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:01:25) Main Discussion Start (00:07:21) Seasonals We Will NOT Cover (00:25:02) Winter 2024 Anime Seasonals (00:25:10) 7th Time Loop: The Villainess Enjoys a Carefree Life Married to Her Worst Enemy! (00:32:15) The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic (00:40:48) Villainess Level 99: I May Be the Hidden Boss but I'm Not the Demon Lord (00:48:56) Bucchigiri?! (00:54:38) Hokkaido Gals Are Super Adorable! (01:01:31) Sasaki and Peeps (01:13:45) A Sign of Affection (01:25:...

Bits and Pieces 24: An Honest Discussion on How Everyone Consumes Anime/Manga

January 15, 2024 16:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MB

In this Bits and Pieces bonus episode, Jason and Will discuss that it is not about watching Anime or reading Manga the “right” way, but having the right mindset when one consumes it. Note: This BP was recorded on November 11th, 2023. ------------------------------------------ You can always reach us via the following platforms: Email: [email protected] Twitter/X: @PaletteGood Website: www.goodanimepalette.com Instagram/Threads: @goodanimepalette Discord: Discord Invite Link ----------...

Episode 75: GAP Anime Closet Cleanup 6 (feat. Akira, Kokoro Connect, 86 Part 1, Sankarea: Undying Love)

January 08, 2024 16:00 - 2 hours - 85.7 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:01:22) Main Discussion Start (00:04:34) Sankarea: Undying Love (00:28:11) Akira (01:02:54) Kokoro Connect (01:28:31) 86 ------------------------------------------ You can always reach us via the following platforms: Email: [email protected] Twitter/X: @PaletteGood Website: www.goodanimepalette.com Instagram/Threads: @goodanimepalette Discord: Discord Invite Link ------------------------------------------ Music Credits Intro:  Flow to It by Typa Break: Las...

Episode 74: Giving The Gourmet Genre Some Food For Thought! (feat. Restaurant To Another World, Yotsuiro Biyori, Food Wars, And More!)

December 25, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 75.9 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:01:37) Picking The Series For Our Upcoming Anime Closet Cleanup! (00:08:25) Main Discussion Start (00:09:04) How Do We Define "Gourmet"? (00:17:05) The Gourmet Genre Is Extremely Niche (00:19:00) Is The Genre Relatable To A Wider Audience? (00:26:35) Food in Anime Is Just So Comforting (00:35:46) Can't Talk About Gourmet Without Food Wars! (00:45:37) We Can All Agree That Anime Food Looks Better Than IRL Food (00:54:19) Recommendation Time! (00:55:06) How To Grill ...

Bits and Pieces 23: In Opposition and In Defense of Anime/Manga Nostalgia

December 18, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MB

“Out With the Old, in With the New”… Is this a naive mindset? Or is it just the natural order of things? Note: Jason here with a slight update. This BP was recorded on October 14th, 2023. Since then, I have watched "Pluto" for EP70 (GAP Fall 2023 Anime Seasonal Review) and gave it a 10/10. Also, we mentioned that Frieren was ranked #13 on MAL... and now it is #1 on MAL (as of writing this show description. Our bad. ------------------------------------------ You can always reach us via the...

Episode 73: Anime Series Adaptation Primer 4 (feat. A Sign of Affection, The Elusive Samurai, Go! Go! Loser Ranger!, Dandadan)

December 11, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 79.9 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:00:58) Yes, Jason and Will Are Pairing Floor Tiles with Dere Types (00:03:17) Main Discussion Start (00:08:37) A Sign of Affection (00:35:57) The Elusive Samurai (01:06:16) Go! Go! Loser Ranger! (01:27:18) Dandadan ------------------------------------------ You can always reach us via the following platforms: Email: [email protected] Twitter/X: @PaletteGood Website: www.goodanimepalette.com Instagram/Threads: @goodanimepalette Discord: Discord Invite Link ...

Episode 72: The Good Anime Palette Awards 6 (Season 6 Finale)

November 27, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 121 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:05:45) - Favorite Seasonal Anime From Season 6 (00:20:19) - Favorite Backlog Anime From Season 6 (00:27:39) - Best Girl/Waifu of Season 6 (00:32:26) - Best Boy/Husbando of Season 6 (00:38:47) - Most Disappointing Anime/Manga From Season 6 (00:54:04) - Best Surprise/Discovery From Season 6 (00:57:15) - "Best" Anime/Manga We Have Yet To Get To (01:01:28) - Favorite/Most Important News Story of Season 6 (01:05:20) - Favorite Moments From Season 6 (01:08:06) - Best Manga ...

Bits and Pieces 22: How to (or How NOT to) Begin and End an Anime Cour/Series

November 20, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 56 MB

Every beginning has an ending, and every ending starts with a beginning. However, what is less of a certainty is how good these beginnings and endings are. Recorded on September 16th, 2023. Please forgive us for anything that has been updated or changed since we recorded! ------------------ You can always reach us through email ([email protected]), Twitter (@PaletteGood), or through our website (www.goodanimepalette.com). You can join us on Discord (Click Here for the Discord Invite!) o...

Episode 71: Giving Thanks To Anime/Manga

November 13, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 88 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:02:02) New Studio Update! (00:08:55) News Updates (00:09:20) Disney to Acquire Comcast's Remaining Stake in Hulu for US$8.6 Billion (Link) (00:15:04) Kadokawa Aims to Establish More Wholly-Owned Anime Studios (Link) (00:24:50) Studio Ghibli Shuts Down Official Twitter Account (Link) (00:26:50) Attack on Titan Anime's Finale to Differ 'a Little' From Original Manga's  (Link) (00:33:02) Main Discussion Start (00:34:17) So Many New Series and Movies To Be Grateful F...

Episode 70: Falling Out of Time For Fall 2023 Anime Seasonals (feat. The Apothecary Diaries, Pluto, Frieren, And More!)

October 30, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 100 MB

Episode Timestamps [00:03:25] Main Discussion Topic Start [00:03:42] Summer 2023 Seasonal Bet Results!!! [00:05:31] A Broad Vibe Check For Fall 2023 Seasonals [00:08:12] Quick Honorable Mentions (Shows We Won't Be Covering in Detail) [00:08:48] Spy x Family S2 Part 2 [00:09:38] Goblin Slayer S2 [00:10:19] Shield Hero S3 [00:13:12] Tokyo Revengers S3 [00:16:56] After-School Hanoko-kun [00:18:47] Shows We Might Cover in a Future Reading/Watching Section [00:19:22] Fall 2023 Anime Se...

After Dark 13: How Anime Production Committees Affect The Anime Production Process

October 23, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 78 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:00:30) Welcome Back To The (After) Dark Side (00:02:20) Toshio Okada - The Inspiration Behind This Episode (Link) (00:03:24) The Anime Industry Is Flourishing... Right? (Link) (00:07:39) What The Heck Is A Production Committee? (Link) (Link 2) (00:30:04) What Does This Have To Do With Anime Studios? (00:44:09) MAPPA Made A Calculated (And Risky) Bet On Chainsaw Man (Link) (00:45:38) Kyoto Animation and ufotable Buck The Production Committee Trend (00:53:36) Stu...

Episode 69: Harems in Anime/Manga... Are They A Boon or Bust? (feat. Bakemonogatari, High School DxD, Love Hina, And More!)

October 15, 2023 14:00 - 2 hours - 92.9 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:01:31) What We've Been Watching/Reading Start (00:01:35) Fall 2023 Seasonal and EP70 Teaser (00:04:02) Dandadan (Manga) (00:06:18) My Girlfriend Gives Me Goosebumps (Manga) (00:12:36) Wild Strawberry (Manga) (00:19:56) News Section Start (00:20:12) Manga Plus Launches New Subscription Service [Link] (00:24:31) Yoshihiro Togashi Teases Return of Hunter x Hunter Manga [Link] (00:33:36) Adult Swim's Jason DeMarco: 'We Won't Be Making Any More' FLCL [Link] (00:44...

Episode 68: Anime Streaming Has Been Popping Off... What About Manga Streaming? Let's Find Out! (feat. K Manga, Azuki, Manga UP!, And More!)

October 02, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 99.9 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:02:50) News Updates (00:03:02) Nippon TV to Acquire Studio Ghibli as Subsidiary (Link) (00:26:30) Main Discussion Start (00:30:03) A (Brief Breakdown of Manga Publishing Companies (00:33:10) Paid vs. Freemium Models for Manga Distribution (00:36:12) Humble Bundle - Limited Manga Drops, But Great Price Point (00:41:14) Bookwalker - Possibly The Biggest Platform for Manga (00:50:42) Crunchyroll Manga - It's Free? So Why Not? (00:53:58) ComiXology - We Miss The Old Pla...

Bits and Pieces 21: Factors Influencing Our Enjoyment/Appreciation of an Anime/Manga

September 25, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MB

We all want to give any Anime or Manga series a fair shake… but what if I told you this noble goal is often doomed from the very start? ------------------ You can always reach us through email ([email protected]), Twitter (@PaletteGood), or through our website (www.goodanimepalette.com). You can join us on Discord (Click Here for the Discord Invite!) or our MAL club (https://myanimelist.net/clubs.php?cid=81877). ------------------ Music Credits Intro: Maybe We'll Meet Again by baegel...

Episode 67: GAP Redux 1 - Anime Streaming Platform Updates (feat. Crunchyroll, HiDive, Netflix, and more!)

September 18, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 105 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:02:50) Jason's Been Reading A Ton Of Manga Again (00:05:41) Magic Artisan Dahlia Wilts No More (00:08:49) My [Repair] Skill Became a Versatile Cheat, So I Think I'll Open a Weapon Shop (00:11:20) I Grew the Greatest Home Garden with My OP Cultivation Skill? (00:15:50) How to Grill Our Love (00:21:11) Main Discussion Start (00:26:58) What's Changed For Anime Streaming Platforms Over The Last Two Years? (00:47:35) Platforms in Asia - Muse Asia and Bilibili (00:55:0...

Episode 66: CloverWorks Can't Stop Putting in Work!!! (feat. Darling in The FranXX, Bunny Girl Senpai, Wonder Egg Priority, and more!)

September 05, 2023 00:00 - 2 hours - 91.3 MB

Episode Timestamps [00:04:01] - Main Discussion Topic Start [00:06:45] - General Background on CloverWorks [00:14:16] - What Does Studio CloverWorks Mean To Both of Us? [00:17:38] - CloverWorks works A LOT! [00:19:20] - CloverWorks Co-Produces A LOT!!! [00:24:05] - CloverWorks' Difficulty With Anime Originals [00:33:29] - CloverWorks' Future Offerings [00:36:32] - CloverWorks' Anime Catalog Discussion Start [00:36:43] - Slow Start [00:40:27] - Darling in the FranXX [00:50:55] - Persona 5: T...

Bits and Pieces 20: Anime Fatigue/Burnout And How Our IRL Age Can Affect It

August 28, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MB

We love Anime. You love Anime. However, nothing lasts forever, right? ------------------ Note: Jason here. I know I said I would "definitely" talk about Akane Banashi for EP63 and I clearly didn't. I did read it but we will find a time to talk about it at some point. My bad. ------------------ You can always reach us through email ([email protected]), Twitter (@PaletteGood), or through our website (www.goodanimepalette.com). You can join us on Discord (Click Here for the Discord Invi...

Episode 65: Anime Series Adaptation Primer 3 (feat. 100 Girlfriends, The Witch And The Beast, Witch Hat Atelier, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, The Apothecary Diaries)

August 21, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 94.4 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:01:53) Main Discussion Start (00:05:36) The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You (00:27:12) The Witch and the Beast (00:54:06) Witch Hat Atelier (01:16:15) Frieren: Beyond Journey's End (01:46:40) The Apothecary Diaries ------------------------------------------ You could always reach us through email ([email protected]), Twitter (@PaletteGood), or through our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/PaletteGood). You can also visit ...

Episode 64: Gotta Watch 'Em All 8 (SAO Films, Gun Gale Online, Jojo Part 5: Golden Wind [Ep 1-28])

August 07, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 111 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:01:49) News Update - Chainsaw Man Creator Wants To Stop Drawing Manga, Just Write Its Story (Link) (00:30:19) Main Discussion Start (00:33:59) Non-Spoiler Discussion: Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Part 5 - Golden Wind (01:01:36) Non-Spoiler Discussion: Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online  (01:04:00) News Update - Sword Art Online Alternative Gun Gale Online Anime Gets 2nd Season (Link)  (01:09:24) Non-Spoiler Discussion: SAO Progressive - Aria of a Starless ...

Bits and Pieces 19: HOT TAKE - Anime Merch Is Not Worth It, Except....

July 31, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

What started out as a catch-up about Will’s trip to Japan divulged into a review on Anime branded junk food (in audio format), followed by a discussion about the benefits and profitability of Anime merchandise. ------------------ Episode Timestamps (00:01:11) The Rundown on Will's Fukuoka Escapades (00: 09:29) Anime Junk Food Reviews Start (00:11:24) SPY x FAMILY Shokugan Wafer & Card (00:21:10) Demon Slayer Rock Candy (00:26:28) Ultraman Biscuits (00:31:07) Chainsaw Man Curry (00:39:...

Episode 63: GAP Anime Closet Cleanup 5 (feat. Dance Dance Danseur, Revue Starlight, A Lull in the Sea, Stars Align, And More!)

July 24, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 111 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:02:02) What We've Been Watching/Reading Start (00:02:25) Teasing Master Takagi-san: The Movie (00:08:16) Main Discussion Topic Start (00:08:31) Jason's and Will's Cleanup 5 List and Picks (00:09:56) Jason’s Cleanup #1: Btooom (00:31:20) Will's Cleanup #1: Akame Ga Kill (00:47:42) Jason’s Cleanup #2: Dance Dance Danseur (01:08:50) Will's Cleanup #2: Shoujo Kageki Revue Starlight (01:31:46) Jason’s Cleanup #3: Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun (01:49:44) Will's Cleanup #...

Episode 62: Are Summer 2023 Seasonals Hot or Not? (feat. Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, My Happy Marriage, Undead Girl Murder Farce, and more!)

July 10, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 112 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:05:16) Let's Talk About Fate/Strange Fake: Whispers of the Dawn (00:15:20) News Updates (00:15:51) Mashle: Magic and Muscles Manga Ends (Link) (00:16:20) Suu Morishita's A Sign of Affection Manga Gets TV Anime in January 2024 (Link) (00:19:03) Anime Expo 2023 News Collection (Link) (00:19:58) New Spice & Wolf TV Anime Reveals 2024 Debut, Returning Cast (Link) (00:20:35) Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Anime's 2nd Video Unveils 2-Hour September 29 Debut (Link) (00:...

Bits and Pieces 18: Are We Running Out of Ideas for Anime and Manga Genres?

July 03, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB

Sure, we all love reading and watching shonen action and isekai manga and anime, but what else does the industry have to offer in terms of other genres and themes? ------------------ You can always reach us through email ([email protected]), Twitter (@PaletteGood), or through our website (www.goodanimepalette.com). You can join us on Discord (Click Here for the Discord Invite!) or our MAL club (https://myanimelist.net/clubs.php?cid=81877). ------------------ Music Credits Intro: Maybe...

Episode 61: Sultry Discussions About Degenerate and "Cultured" Anime (feat. World's End Harem, High School DxD, The Cafe Terrace and Its Goddesses, and more!)

June 26, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 90.5 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:04:08) Announcing Our Next Anime Closet Cleanup Lineup (00:07:12) Another Season, Another Bet! (00:19:15) Main Discussion Start (00:20:44) What's The Difference Between Degeneracy and "Culture"? (00:26:27) Our First Exposures to the "Culture" (00:34:52) Where Do Harems Fall Within the "Culture"? (00:38:46) Some Popular Anime Series Have "Cultured" Origins (00:42:17) Piracy and File Sharing Played A Part in Growing the "Culture" (00:46:03) "Culture" Then vs. "Culture" ...

Episode 60: The Good Anime Palette Awards 5 (Season 5 Finale)

June 12, 2023 16:00 - 3 hours - 145 MB

Episode Timestamps 3:40 - Serious-ish Awards Start 4:01 - Favorite Seasonal Anime From Season 5 16:24 - Favorite Backlog Anime From Season 5 25:19 - Favorite Manga That Hella Needs An Adaptation 27:53 - Best Girl/Waifu of Season 5 37:00 - Best Boy/Husbando of Season 5 40:44 - Most Disappointing Anime/Manga From Season 5 48:52 - Best Surprise/Discovery From Season 5 55:07 - "Best" Anime/Manga We Have Yet To Get To 58:48 - Favorite/Most Important News Story of Season 5 1:09:06 - Favorite Mome...

After Dark 12: Crunchyroll Anime Awards and Anime/Manga Awards (In General)

June 05, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 78.7 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:02:13) Breaking Down the Winners of the 7th Crunchyroll Anime Awards (00:13:19) "Must Protect At All Costs" Character (00:13:54) Best Opening Sequence (00:16:18) Best Ending Sequence (00:17:52) Best Drama Anime (00:20:45) Best Action Anime (00:24:38) Best Supporting Character (00:27:12) Best Main Character (00:28:51) Best New Anime (00:30:46) Best Original Anime (00:32:20) Best Anime Character Design (00:35:52) Best Animation (00:36:33) Best Continuing Ani...

Episode 59: Finding Solace through Grief and Sadness (feat. Violet Evergarden, Monster, Fruits Basket, and more!)

May 29, 2023 03:00 - 2 hours - 110 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:01:54) We Finally Have Some Anime News! (00:03:00) NAFCA Association for Improving Awareness of Animator Working Conditions Founded (Link) (00:08:57) Banana Fish Director Hiroko Utsumi, MAPPA Unveil Bucchigiri?! TV Anime for January (Link) (00:11:37) Medalist Olympic Ice-Skating Manga Gets TV Anime (Link) (00:14:40) Somari and the Guardian of the Forest's Creator Still Struggling Financially, Has Regrets Over Anime Adaptation (Link) (00:20:20) Police Arrest Japan...

Episode 59: Finding Solace through Grief and Sadness (feat. Violet Evergarden, Monster, Fruits Basket, And More!)

May 29, 2023 03:00 - 2 hours - 110 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:01:54) We Finally Have Some Anime News! (00:03:00) NAFCA Association for Improving Awareness of Animator Working Conditions Founded (Link) (00:08:57) Banana Fish Director Hiroko Utsumi, MAPPA Unveil Bucchigiri?! TV Anime for January (Link) (00:11:37) Medalist Olympic Ice-Skating Manga Gets TV Anime (Link) (00:14:40) Somari and the Guardian of the Forest's Creator Still Struggling Financially, Has Regrets Over Anime Adaptation (Link) (00:20:20) Police Arrest Japan...

Episode 58: Exploring Technical Brilliance in Combat Anime (feat. Ben-To, Kengan Ashura, and more!)

May 17, 2023 02:00 - 2 hours - 102 MB

Episode Timestamps Special Shout-out to Scenic Fights on YouTube for their technical analysis of combat and fighting scenes in anime, check them out at https://www.youtube.com/@ScenicFights! (00:01:46) No News Today Because It's All Depressing Stuff  (00:04:30) Main Discussion Start (00:04:56) Some Disclaimers and Definitions As Per Usual  (00:08:03) Our Experiences in Martial Arts and Combat Sports  (00:12:03) What The Heck Is CQC?  (00:15:23) How Is CQC Different From Hand-to-hand Co...

Bits and Pieces 17: Anime and Manga That Holds Personal Attachment

May 08, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

Ever watched an anime or read a manga that you personally felt attached to, but the series itself wasn't necessarily deemed "critically acclaimed" or "well-received"? Maybe you watched something that hit you in the feels more so than other series? Yeah, this is a BP episode where Jason and Will gush over anime and manga series that just hit differently, no matter what everyone else says. Note from Jason: This is the TTGL Anime video essay I was talking about. It is a bit on the long side b...

Episode 57: Gotta Watch 'Em All 7 (Jojo Part 4 [Ep 17-39], Thus Spoke Rohan Kishibe, Sword Art Online S2)

May 01, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 115 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:03:36) Surprise, Jason and Will Caught Up With Some Anime! (00:04:31) Catching Up on Winter 2023 Seasonals (00:09:40) How Are The Spring 2023 Seasonals Doing So Far? (00:40:34) Finally Catching Up With Uncle From Another World! (00:41:37) Summertime Render Was Freaking Amazing (00:47:04) Main Discussion Start (00:49:06) Non-Spoiler Discussion: Sword Art Online II (00:59:00) Non-Spoiler Discussion: Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Part 4 - Diamond is Unbreakable (01:17:03) ...

Episode 56: The Fluff and Edge That is The Spring 2023 Anime Seasonals (feat. Oshi No Ko, Hell's Paradise, Heavenly Delusions, and More!)

April 17, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 118 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:03:31) Main Discussion Start with Some Pesky Disclaimers  (00:06:14) The General Observations of Spring 2023 So Far (00:16:21) Seasonals We Will NOT Cover (00:21:35) Sequels of Spring 2023  (00:21:48) The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2   (00:31:49) Demon Slayer: Swordsmith Village Arc  (00:35:00) Dr. Stone: New World  (00:39:17) King’s Ranking: Treasure Chest of Courage  (00:44:51) TONIKAWA: Over The Moon For You Season 2  (00:48:07) Surprise Surprise, Jason Is...

Bits and Pieces 16: Time Spent and Choices made for “B-Tier” and “Top Tier” Anime/Manga

April 10, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MB

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Episode 55: Anime Closet Cleanup 4 (feat. Usagi Drop, High School DxD, FLCL, Charlotte, and More!)

April 03, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 112 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:01:03) Jason and Will Try to Explain Lent... (00:04:42) Catching Up on Seasonal Anime is a STRUGGLE (00:09:52) News Updates (00:09:59) New Horimiya -piece- Anime Premieres in July (Link) (00:13:04) Kodansha to Launch New 'K Manga' Platform in U.S. (Link) (00:16:30) Original Live-Action Film Cast Returns for Netflix's Scott Pilgrim Anime Series (Link) (00:22:46) MyAnimeList Releases Ultimate List of Manga Recommendations (Link) (00:28:45) Viral Visual Novel About ...

Episode 54: Serving up a Slice of Wholesome Pie (feat. Suzume, Azumanga Daioh, You and Me, and More!)

March 20, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 112 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:01:34) What We've Been Watching/Reading (00:01:59) Suzume (00:17:10) News Updates (00:17:14) All the Winners of the 7th Annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards (Link)  (00:23.08) Demon Slayer: Swordsmith Village Arc Anime Crosses US$10.1 Million in Opening Weekend in U.S. (Link) (00:31:34) Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Anime's Promo Video Reveals Cast, Staff, Fall Premiere (Link)  (00:33:48) The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You Manga G...

Episode 54: Serving up a Slice of Wholesome Pie (feat. Suzume, Azumanga Daioh, Non Non Biyori, You and Me, and More!)

March 20, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 112 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:01:34) What We've Been Watching/Reading (00:01:59) Suzume (00:17:10) News Updates (00:17:14) All the Winners of the 7th Annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards (Link)  (00:23.08) Demon Slayer: Swordsmith Village Arc Anime Crosses US$10.1 Million in Opening Weekend in U.S. (Link) (00:31:34) Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Anime's Promo Video Reveals Cast, Staff, Fall Premiere (Link)  (00:33:48) The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You Manga G...

Bits and Pieces 15: The Use and Ethics of AI and Its Impact on Anime/Manga

March 13, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MB

Voice Actors Are Having Their Voices Stolen by AI Netflix’s AI Anime Get Roasted For Crediting Artist As ‘Human’ Netflix Invents “Labor Shortage” as Excuse for AI-Generated Anime Backgrounds Shinchosha Publishes AI-Drawn Manga ------------------ You can always reach us through email ([email protected]), Twitter (@PaletteGood), or through our website (www.goodanimepalette.com). You can join us on Discord (Click Here for the Discord Invite!) or our MAL club (https://myanimelist.net/club...

Episode 53: Anime Series Adaptation Primer 2 (feat. The Dangers in My Heart, Hell's Paradise, Skip and Loafer, Delicious in Dungeon)

March 06, 2023 18:00 - 2 hours - 97.3 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:00:47) Will's Getting Older... (00:03:11) Watching a Live Action Series?! WHAT!? (00:10:39) News Updates (00:11:09) Japanese anime sees challenge from China at Berlin film festival (Link) (00:19:34) Ultra Jump Gets 1st Reprint in 11 Years Due to New The JoJoLands Manga (Link) (00:23:17) Voice Actor Advocacy Group Streams Animated Videos Explaining Japan's Controversial Invoice System (Link) (00:30:42) Eiichiro Oda Asks ChatGPT to Write the Next One Piece Chapter (...

Episode 52: Gotta Watch 'Em All 6 (feat. Jojo Part 4 [Ep 1-17], Sword Art Online [Season 1])

February 20, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 106 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:02:00) What We've Been Watching/Reading (00:02:16) Winter 2023 Seasonals Update (00:09:29) Holy Crap, Jason's Reading A Manga?! (00:18:51) News Updates (00:19:05) COVID-19 Delays A Bunch Of Anime Again... (00:20:34) New Lycoris Recoil Anime Officially Revealed (Link) (00:22:23) Crunchyroll Expo 2023 Update  (Link) (00:25:00) Suzume Hong Kong Release Date Set for March 2nd 2023 (Link) (00:26:39) Netflix Confirms Pluto Anime Series in 2023 With Sneak Peek Video ...

After Dark 11: GAP Rose Rumble 2 - Top 10 Anime Moms

February 13, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 79.7 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:02:24) Wrinkly Brain Jason Teaches Smooth Brain Will a Lesson About Brains (00:04:20) Let's Talk About Some Oka-sans (00:07:46) Another Episode, Another Disclaimer (00:12:48) Will's #10 Pick (00:16:30) Jason's #10 Pick (00:18:31) Will's #9 Pick (00:21:07) Jason's #9 Pick (00:25:31) Will's #8 Pick (00:28:56) Jason's #8 Pick (00:30:52) Will's #7 Pick (00:34:01) Jason's #7 Pick (00:35:56) Will's #6 Pick (00:41:17) Jason's #6 Pick (00:46:58) Jason's #5 Pick ...

Episode 51: Was Anime in 2022 Legit? Just Ask Will.

January 31, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 77.4 MB

Episode Timestamps (00:01:17) Trying Out New Things With The Podcast (00:02:30) Main Discussion Start (00:07:14) Another Freaking Episode Disclaimer! (00:13:58) Analysis of Anime in Winter 2022 (00:14:52) The Lowest Scoring Anime of Winter 2022 Is... (00:15:31) Winter 2022 Was Incredibly Mid (00:19:48) The "Best" Performing Studio of Winter 2022 (00:28:11) Analysis of Anime in Spring 2022 (00:29:28) Anime Really Had a Spring in Their Step for This Season (00:32:03) The Biggest Mover i...

Bits and Pieces 14: Is The Streaming War Killing Anime?

January 23, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

Streaming platforms have been the best way for fans to enjoy anime for the last 10 years,  but has the experience recently been dampened by some not-so-great things happening in the industry? ------------------ You can always reach us through email ([email protected]), Twitter (@PaletteGood), or through our website (www.goodanimepalette.com). You can join us on Discord (Click Here for the Discord Invite!) or our MAL club (https://myanimelist.net/clubs.php?cid=81877). ------------------ ...

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