Shonen Tapes
341 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsThe Shonen Tapes is a podcast where homies Kevin and Sean deep dive into anime every week. Topical episodes some weeks and deep dives into shows and characters other weeks. Twenty years of friendship between the hosts comes with the non-stop and banter you’d expect while hanging out with your friends. Subscribe to catch The Shonen Tapes every week!
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#38 Hip-Hop: The Favorite New Artists Tape
December 31, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBWho said that the Shonen Tapes boys were the grandfathers of hip-hop??? On today's episode of the Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss their favorite newer rappers of the last year and a half. Looking for artists that have recently released their debut or chart topping albums within the last year or so, they go over why they like their folks, how their music sounds in the current wave of hip-hop, and how they stack up to some of the more legendary acts in hip-hop. They also rank everyones lists fr...
#37 Anime: The Sakura Tape
December 29, 2020 14:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MBSakura, what can you say about Sakura? She’s a smart girl , lovestruck, a mean girl, and useless????? On today’s episode the boys discuss Sakura Haruno one of the main character’s from the beloved Naruto series and all her controversial glory. The boy’s talk about whether she is useless or not, they discuss her personality traits, and they talk about some of Sakura’s most talked about and debated scenes from the original series and shippuden. The Shonen Gang saw a lot of discourse abou...
#36 Hip-Hop: The 63rd Grammy Tape
December 24, 2020 15:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB“You like me you really like me!” Welcome to episode 36 of the Shonen Tapes. On today’s episode the guys discuss hip hop nominees for the 63rd grammy Awards. All four host first express their overall thoughts on the grammy’s as a whole, then they go into some of the nominations and discuss songs and albums that were nominated. The host go into detail about all the nominations and discuss if they are deserving or not. The guys also have some interesting discourse about whether the grammy’s...
#35 Anime: The Rent-A-Girlfriend Tape
December 22, 2020 15:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBWelcome to episode 35 of the Shonen Tapes. Today the guys do a deep dive on the the show Rent A Girlfriend. Since this show had such immense popularity the boys decide to watch the entire first season and see if it matches the hype. The guys also have a super special guest.. It is Kevin's wife Noelia! Since she also watched the show we decided to have her on to get a women's perspective. After everyone gives their initial thought's around the show, they discuss their favorite parts of th...
#34 Hip-Hop: The Rap Group Tape
December 17, 2020 14:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBWelcome to the 34th Episode of the Shonen Tapes! Today, to go along with the theme of groups, our own Shonen Tapes group discusses their favorite groups in Hip-Hop! In the same fashion, they list their top 3 groups in reverse order, explaining why they like the group, their impact in the Hip-Hop game, and why they deserved to be recognized overall. Per usual, the guys then choose which groups are the best, which has the best bars, which list has the most hype, and which list just down right ...
#33 Anime: The Faction Tape
December 15, 2020 14:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBOn Wednesdays We Wear Pink On today's episode of the Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss the best groups/factions in Anime. Similar to the 5Favs Tape, they all choose their top two favorite Anime groups and go over why they chose them, what makes them so special, and why they should be considered a top tier group. And because they had so much fun doing it the first time, they compare everyone's number 1 group by strongest/weakest, which group would win a group battle royal, which group would be ...
#32 Hip-Hop: The Art of Rap Tape
December 10, 2020 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBOn this week's Hip-Hop episode of the Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss the 2012 documentary Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap. They discuss their favorite parts of the film, as well as who had the best freestyles when given the spotlight. They also go over if the ideas in the film are still relevant, which artists might have been missing from the documentary , and what they think on how the overall idea and legacy of hip-hop was portrayed. How did you feel about the film? Make sure to che...
#31 Anime: The 5Favs Tape
December 08, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB*Announcer Voice* CHOOSE YOUR CHARACTER Welcome to Episode 31 of the Shonen Tapes. Today, KEVIN HAS BECOME A SOON TO BE DAD!!! Also, the guys pick their 5 favorite characters in all of anime. While they list out their picks, they discuss why they picked them, why they are in that spot and not ranked higher or lower, and how they have impacted them through their Anime experiences. They also decide which person's list is the strongest, which is the weakest, which is the smartest, and which li...
#30 Hip-Hop: The Kanye Tape
December 03, 2020 15:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBWelcome to Episode 30 of the Shonen Tapes. Today, the fellas discuss all things Kanye West, from his overall impact to the current status he has within the Hip-Hop culture. They list their favorite albums from least favorite to most favorite, and decide which songs they feel are the most underrated. Additionally, they discuss whether or not Kanye has had an impact on hypebeast culture, and how he has impacted other people's way of performing and making music. Believe us when we say that we h...
#29 Anime: The Goblin Slayer Tape
December 01, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB"I'm here to slay goblins...and nothing else...and I mean that." Welcome to Episode 29 of the Shonen Tapes. On this weeks episode, the guys discuss the controversial show Goblin Slayer. After watching all 12 episodes, they go over what they liked about it (which for everyone but Sean was very little), why they disliked about it (which for everyone but Sean was quite a lot), favorite characters, and overall plot and character development. They also discuss the controversies surrounding Gobli...
#28 Hip-Hop: The J. Cole Tape
November 26, 2020 15:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBThis is the moment you all have been waiting for. On Episode 28, the guys do a full J. Cole deep dive. After re-listening to all of J. Coles discography, everyone's expresses why J. Cole is one of their favorite rappers. They discuss his overall impact on Hip-Hop, how his music has evolved over his career, how he fits into everyone's personal preferences in Hip-Hop, and whether or not he fits into the category of a "conscious rapper". They also go over which of his albums they think are the ...
#27 Anime: The Death Note Tape
November 24, 2020 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBRule #1: You shall not miss any episode of the Shonen Tapes On Episode 27 of the Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss one of their favorite Anime's of all time: Deathnote. After re-watching the entire series, they discuss all things about the show including thoughts on Light Yagami, their most favorite and least favorite parts of the show, and whether or not the second half of the show (everything post L) is lacking or not. After Sean expresses how emotion he gets when watching the show, they als...
#26 Hip-Hop: The RTJ Tape
November 19, 2020 15:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBOn Episode 26 of the Shonen Tapes, Brandon and Sean finally persuade Kevin and Aymen to listen to one of their favorite rap groups: Run the Jewels. On one side, Sean and Brandon explain why RTJ is so good, and how their music is revolutionary. On the other side, Aymen and Kevin express how while RTJ is talented, there is something missing in their music. The four of them their overall thoughts on RTJ, which albums of theirs were their favorites, and finally rank them from best to worst. Who'...
#25 Anime: The Akira Tape
November 17, 2020 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBAKIRA! Welcome to the Akira Tape! On Episode 25 of the Shonen Tapes, the guys do a full on deep dive of the 1988 file "Akira" and decide whether or not it deserve its title as a cult classic. In addition to their overall thoughts, the guys discuss their favorite scenes and characters, and talk about the overall themes of the movie. They talk about the overall complexities of the movie, and whether or not its complexity and density affect viewers opinions negatively. Regardless of their feel...
#24 Hip-Hop: The XXL Cyphers Tape
November 12, 2020 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBOn Episode 24 of the Shonen Tapes, the guys do something they have never done before. In solidarity with the theme of the show, the XXL Cyphers, all 4 hosts hit a full freestyle cypher for you! After scorching up their microphones, they discuss all of the cyphers done through XXL. They talk about which cyphers were the best, which cyphers were the worst, and which cyphers were the most surprising. Additional discourse includes which years were some of the best, which rappers cyphers don't ma...
#23 Anime: The Great Pretender Tape
November 10, 2020 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBWelcome to Episode 23 of the Shonen Tapes. Today, the guys do a deep dive on the Netflix Original anime Great Pretender! Since this show has gotten quite a bit of recognition, the boys decided to watch the entire first season to see if its worth the hype. After giving their initial thoughts on the show, they discuss their favorite characters, their favorites parts of the show, and whether or not the show is as good as everyone says. They go over all three cases done in the first season and t...
#23: The Great Pretender Tape
November 10, 2020 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBWelcome to Episode 23 of the Shonen Tapes. Today, the guys do a deep dive on the Netflix Original anime Great Pretender! Since this show has gotten quite a bit of recognition, the boys decided to watch the entire first season to see if its worth the hype. After giving their initial thoughts on the show, they discuss their favorite characters, their favorites parts of the show, and whether or not the show is as good as everyone says. They go over all three cases done in the first season and t...
#22 Hip-Hop: The Horror Core Tape
November 05, 2020 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBOn Episode 22 of the Shonen Tapes, the guys get down and dirty with some Horror-Core rap. For those not familiar, Horror-Core rap includes rappers that have some darker or more disturbing songs in their catalog, and include some of your favorite rappers like Eminem, Tyler, the Creator and Three 6 Mafia. Initially, everyone tries to bring up the parts of horror-core that they link, but mainly they go over how each one isn't obsessed with horror-core as a whole. How do you guys feel about Horr...
#21 Anime: The Jujutsu Kaisen & Talentless Nana Tape
November 03, 2020 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBIt's the 21st episode of the Shonen Tapes the boys are recognizing some hot new anime that's trendy right now! This is a split between Jujutsu Kaisen and Talentless Nana. You get to hear some super ugly impressions, guesses, thoughts on if the hype is matched, and we do our patented thumb rating system in regards to should you give these shows a chance or not. You should consider getting into the shows and watching with us because we're now doing a weekly Jujutsu Kaisen Review/Reaction o...
Bonus Episode 2 - The Ozzyoz_Da_Vyrus Tape
November 01, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBWelcome to the second interview on the Shonen Tapes! Graphic Artist Ozzyoz Da Vyrus joins the guys for a full conversation on a wide range of topics. OzzyOz has completely taken the graphic artist game over by creating some of the most original renditions of some of the most popular anime characters out there. After being hit with the usual fast round, OzzyOz discusses a number of different topics ranging from his inspirations for his art to some of the craziest request he has gotten for com...
#20 Hip-Hop: The Drake Tape
October 29, 2020 13:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBWelcome to Episode 20 of the Shonen Tapes! On this tape, the guys do a deep dive on one of the most popular rappers to date: Drake. They discuss Drakes career as a whole - going over his Young Money days, all the way to his current status as one of the most popular acts in Hip-Hop. They decide which albums are his best, which vibes of his they prefer, and whether or not his current status is deserved. Do you stop what you’re doing to listen to a Drake track like Aymen does, or is he just a...
#19 Anime: The Halloweeny Tape
October 27, 2020 14:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB*Sean's Voice* SPOOKY Welcome to the Halloweeny episode of the Shonen Tapes! On this episode, the guys discuss a few of the spookier anime's that are out there, including Soul Eater, Attack on Titan, and Higurashi, and talk about which were their favorites, and which shows can stay in their coffins. They also decide which fit the Halloween vibe the best, which are more disturbing, and rate them from 2 thumbs down to 7 thumbs up. Don't let Sean's voice give you a fright, come check out this ...
#18 Hip-Hop: The Underrated Tape
October 22, 2020 13:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBOn the newest episode of the Shonen Tapes, the fellas discuss who they think are some of the game's most underrated rappers! They start by singing you a beautiful rendition of Sean's solo from elementary school, then dive right into their picks for who they think are underrated. They go over what makes an artist been seen as underrated, whether or not you can be considered underrated if you have a platinum album, who is better between A$AP Ferg and A$AP Rocky, and establish the fact that Wal...
#17 Anime: The Anti-Hero Tape
October 20, 2020 12:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBIs that Light Yagami Over There?! On this episode of the Shone Tapes, the guys go over Anti-Heroes within Anime! They discuss whether or not anti-heroes are better than the main heroes of some shows, which anti-heroes are just plain villains, and they decide who some of their favorites are. They also talk about what makes anti-heroes so interesting, and decide which heroes might be better if they were more of an anti-hero. As a bonus, the guys decide which of them is the anti-hero of the pod...
#16 Hip-Hop: The XXL Tape
October 15, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBOn this massive episode of the Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss all 13 XXL Freshman Classes from 2007 to the most recent 2020 class. They go over which classes are the best, which classes are the worst, and which artists are the saviors of their respective classes. Kevin surprises everyone by actually liking a more recent class, and Aymen get's overly passionate about his fandom for Lil Uzi Vert. You do not want to miss this XXL Tape! Follow us HERE to keep up with The Shonen Tapes on social ...
#15 Anime: The Promised Neverland Tape
October 13, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBMother! Mother! Mother! On this episode of the Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss The Promised Neverland. They go over the best and worst aspects of the show, and whether or not it deserves the praise it's been getting. As a special treat, Kevin and Sean do a hilarious reenactment that you will not want to miss. Don't even try to resist listening to this episode! Follow us HERE to keep up with The Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! Links to everything HERE!
#14 Hip-Hop: The Albums Review Tape (10/2)
October 08, 2020 14:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBOn this episode of the Shonen Tapes, the guys do a review on three of this week's new album releases! Specifically, they go over Bryson Tiller’s “Anniversary”, 21 Savage/Metro Boomin’s “Savage Mode II”, and YG’s “My Life 4Hunnid”. They cover each album’s best and worst parts, what might have made each album better, and officially order them from best to worst. How do you all feel about snitches and rats?? Follow us HERE to keep up with The Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podc...
#13 Anime: The My Hero Academia Tape
October 06, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBPLUS ULTRA! On Episode 13 of the Shonen Tapes, the guys do a deep dive on My Hero Academia. They discuss their most favorite and least favorite parts of the show, which characters they love, and why Deku might be a true hurdle in getting through the first season. They also go over what areas of the show they would change, and which character they think they may be able to take in a fight. Do you think that Sean could beat up Ida?..We sure don't. Follow us HERE to keep up with The Shonen T...
Bonus Episode 1 - The Blvk Divmonds Tape
October 04, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 75.8 MBOn this special episode of the Shonen Tapes, the guys talk to the very talented Blvk Divmonds! Through his two albums (Blvk and Bird Chest Papi) and fire singles, Blvk Divmonds has taken a strong hold of the Anime Hip-Hop genre. To give a few topics, he talks about his influences in both anime and rap, his process on creating his visuals and lyrics, and why Brandon may actually be right in not watching Naruto! This is an interview you DEFINITELY will not want to miss. Ways to find Blvk Div...
#12 Hip-Hop: The Features Tape
October 01, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MB"I told her let's kick it, KARATE" - 2 Chainz On Episode 12 of The Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss the best featured artists on songs. They look at the best rap features on rap songs, the best rap features on non-rap songs, and the best non-rap features on rap songs. Who do you think are the best features? Follow us HERE to keep up with The Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This episode includes: Tyler the creator, Juicy J, 2 Chainz, J. Cole, Rihanna, Macy Gray, ...
#11 Anime: The Universe Tape
September 29, 2020 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBOn Episode 11 of The Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss which Anime Universes would be the best and worst to live in. Each pick their best and worst, and decide on whether the hero from their best universe can protect them from their worst. As an added bonus, the guys all do impressions of each other and Sean's impression of Aymen...is spot on.... Follow us HERE to keep up with The Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This Episode Includes: Dragonball Z, Super, Naruto,...
#10 Hip-Hop: The Lil Wayne Tape
September 24, 2020 14:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBOn Episode 10 of The Shonen Tapes, the guys do a deep dive on Lil Wayne aka Weezy F Baby. They discuss the recent re-release of No Ceilings, which mixtapes are their favorites, and their overall thoughts on Lil Wayne’s career. What do you think the F stands for?? Follow us HERE to keep up with The Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This episode includes: Lil Wayne, No Ceilings, Da Drought 3, The Carter 3, Young Money, Drake, Nicki Minaj, Birdman, Dedication 2. L...
#9 Anime: The Dragonball Saga Tape
September 22, 2020 14:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBKAME...HAME...HAAAAAA!!! On this episode of The Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss which sagas are the best within the Dragonball Franchise. Each list which sagas were their favorites, and why the original Dragonball is a waste of time discussing no matter what Brandon thinks. Follow us HERE to keep up with The Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This episode includes: Dragonball Z, Dragonball Super, Goku, Vegeta, Frieza, Gohan, Cell, Piccolo, Bulma, Chi Chi, Majin B...
#8 Hip-Hop: The Lady GOAT Tape
September 17, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBOn Episode 8 of The Shonen Tapes, the boys list who they think the best 2 female rappers are. How do your top 2 compare? One thing is for sure, your take is already better than Sean’s... If you're enjoying this episode, follow us HERE to keep up with the Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This Episode Includes: Cardi B, Nicki Mina, Missy Elliot, Eve, Lil Kim, Lauryn Hill, MC Lyte, Queen Latifa. Links to everything HERE!
#7 Anime: The Tropes Tape
September 15, 2020 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBIs power scaling getting too crazy? Feeling tired of annoying rivals? Welcome to Episode 7 of The Shonen Tapes! On this episode, the guys discuss some potentially overused tropes in Anime. Turns out that they may not be as bad after all. If you're enjoying this episode, follow us HERE to keep up with the Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This Episode Includes: Goku, Baruto, Naruto, Sakura, Vegeta, Bakugo, Deku, Tenya Ida, Over sexualized, Dumb Main Charact...
#6 Hip-Hop: The Supergroup Tape
September 10, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBWelcome to Episode 6 of The Shonen Tapes. Today, they boys come up with their own rap supergroups. Who’s group hits platinum, and who’s group gets left in the dust? Tune in to find out! If you're enjoying this episode, follow us HERE to keep up with the Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This Episode Includes: Dababy, Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, Royce Da 5’9, Joyner Lucus, Lauryn Hill, A$AP Rocky, Meg Thee Stallion, Drake, J. Cole, Common. Links to everything HERE!
#3 Anime: The Villains Tape
September 08, 2020 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBWelcome to Episode 3 of The Shonen Tapes! Through Ben Shapiro and Frieza impressions, the boys discuss the different qualities that make a good villain in Anime. If you're enjoying this episode, follow us HERE to keep up with the Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This Episode Includes: Majin Buu, Goku Black, Madara Uchiha, Cell, Marvel Captain America + Iron Man, Light Yagami. Links to everything HERE!
#5 Anime: The Toonami Tape
September 08, 2020 17:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBWelcome to Episode 5 of The Shonen Tapes! Today, the boys discuss the power that is Toonami. They reminisce over the shows that started their love of anime, and even come up with their own Toonami show schedules. Its definitely a lineup you won’t want to miss. If you're enjoying this episode, follow us HERE to keep up with the Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This Episode Includes: Yu Yu Hakoshu, Sailor Moon, Hamtaro (lol), Batman Beyond, Ronin Warriors, Drago...
#4 Hip-Hop: The Good Rapper vs Good Artist Tape
September 08, 2020 17:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBWelcome to Episode 4 of The Shonen tapes! Today, the guys go over the differences between what makes a good rapper and what makes a good artist, and things get a little fiery. Lets hope you can stand the heat! If you're enjoying this episode, follow us HERE to keep up with the Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This Episode Includes: Nas, Kendrick Lamar, Pusha T, Post Malone, Kanye West, Drake, Eminem, Jay-Z. Links to everything HERE!
#2 Hip-Hop: The Rap List Tape
September 05, 2020 20:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MBShonen Tapes are back with the second part of the of their introduction to the world of podcasting. The boys discuss their top 3 rappers currently in the game. Is Kendrick overrated? (...really?) Is Eminem consistent? Put on some headphones, press play on the tape, and find out what the boys of the Shonen Tapes have to say. If you're enjoying this episode, follow us HERE to keep up with the Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This Episode Includes: Kendrick Lamar...
#1 Anime: The Pilot Tape
September 05, 2020 19:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBIn our pilot episode, we go over our top 3 anime's. We are excited for you to join us on this journey and can't wait for you to disagree with all of our takes. If you're enjoying this episode, follow us HERE to keep up with the Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This episode includes: Dragon Ball Z, Naruto, Assassination Classroom, My Hero Academia, Rurouni Kenshin, Sword Art Online, Death Note, Cowboy Bepop, Tokyo Ghoul. Links to everything HERE!