What makes an artist worth cancelling or forgiving? What is it about the acting/entertainment industry that attracts abusers? How can these systems be reformed in a safer and more equitable way?

Act-Age was quickly becoming one of the most popular manga and Japan, with an anime and stage adaptation both on the way. Then, one day, the artist was arrested for some of the most horrifying assaults imaginable, and the manga was nuked from every legal platform, leaving a trail of victims in his wake.

We brought on Julia Black and Kait Fitzpatrick of the Playbook podcast to talk these issues through with us. They are amazing, insightful, brilliant actors and writers, and together we dive through the good, the bad, and the ugly of the Act-Age scandal. You can find their podcast at https://open.spotify.com/show/597oFW85lE5PerWa4nKKV2.

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Outro Song: Only Acting (Radio Edit) by Kero Kero Bonito

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We're talking the top 5 iconic hype moments in popular Shonen anime, and then we're digging in to see if these moments deserve their spot or should be thrown in the garbage along with all of Re:Zero. Also: Yasuke, Resident Evil, The Devil is a Part Timer Season 2 announcement and a legendary post causes a meltdown on the r/Rant subreddit.

Just Hal and Pax this week, that good ol Brotakus dynamic duo straight into ya brainpiece :) Join us next week as we discuss a series so infamous that you can't find it on any legitimate site, and whose creator is BEHIND BARS. You won't want to miss it!

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Imagine an anime written by 4Chan with a million-dollar budget and professional voice actors. Now imagine that that show was ten times more offensive than whatever you're imagining, and that will get you part of the way to understanding how OBSCENE Ghost Stories is. Join Hal, Pax and Natalie for a deep-dive into this legendary series grounded in cruel humor and insane improvisation.

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Join us for this game-show styled gauntlet of the ESSENTIAL Otaku terminology you need to know as we descend into a manic brain-death. Two players enter, but only ONE leaves.

What's the difference between a Senpai and a Kohei? Are you a Tsundere? What makes Hal and Pax break up at the end of the show? Listen to find out.

Henry Rosenberg (@Shankitystick on Twitter and Letterboxd) is our three-time returning Brotakus Guest Hosting Champion, bringing his trademark wit and charm back here to Brotakus! Besides being a wonderful NYC-based actor and VA, Henry was a key part in pitching and organizing this episode, so huge props!

Dan Rivera is a Buffalo-based singer, actor, and songwriter who is currently pursuing his degree in LAW, so if you plan on getting into any trouble in 3-5 years, you can find him @Officially_DARE on Twitter! He's also one of the kindest, funniest people we know, and it's a JOY to finally have him on.

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What are the do's and dont's of living in Japan? How is it dealing with the COVID-19 Pandemic? How is the culture responding to huge demographic shifts? And are two-year olds really watching Demon Slayer??? Join Hal and Pax as they talk with Japan-based educator Nicholas Martines about all things Japan, PLUS: A Toei representative is using transphobia as a weapon to avoid meeting with their union. What's our take?

The Toei Animation article can be found here: https://comicbook.com/anime/news/my-hero-academia-manga-chapter-302-correction/

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Japanese Beat by AudioSalad

Japanese Spring by Vindu

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Earwig and the Witch is the new film from the LEGENDARY Studio Ghibli, whose past films include Kiki's Delivery Service, Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke, My Neighbor Totoro, and countless other classics. The Studio is responsible for hit after hit, but does their new release threaten to permanently stain their legacy?

The answer is yes.

We're joined today by Julia Kerr! Julia is an Actor/Dancer/Singer from NY, and is also joining us as Hal's significant other on this special Valentine's Day episode of Brotakus Anime Club.

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THE KEIJO!!! EPISODE IS FINALLY HERE!!! LEGENDARY for its insane premise, earning instant-meme status and years of infamy since dropping. It's easy to see why. Join the Brotakus for the DEFINITIVE take on this masterpiece of degeneracy, as we talk about KEIJO!!!, the mythical sport of Tiddy and Ass WrastliIn'.

VIDEO VERSION DROPPING FRIDAY! You can now find us as a video podcast on Youtube! Follow us on Twitter and Facebook to be the first to know when the video drops. We're all REALLY hot so it's highly recommended <3

We're joined today by the INCOMPARABLE Casterline Villar. Casterline is a NY-Based Actor, Writer and Performer who has spent years in theatre and film, spending her spare time enriching every community she touches. Also, she knows how to PUPPETEER, working with Teatro SEA ( www.teatrosea.org). You can find her @Casterlinevillar on Instagram and @Casterlineeee on twitter. She's almost as crazy as Keijo.

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Bloody Tears Trap Remix by OSRSBeatz

Black Witch Remix by MEL

Bungee Gum Remix by Eekway

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What. What? WHAT!? Why is "Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai", an INSANELY-named show, actually one of the most down-to-earth, well-written, heartfelt shows that we've ever reviewed? Well, listen to Hal and Pax dissect Adolescence Syndrome, as well as a... really personal talk about our traumas and feelings of invisibility.

I'm not sure how many folks read the shownotes, but I'm genuinely grateful to have you as a listener. I love doing podcasts with Hal every week for y'all, and we've been blown away by the response. I can't thank you all enough for the support, and the messages that we get from you are a big reason why we felt so safe to have some real-talk at the end. I hope you have an awesome day, and thank you for your love.

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai OST and Outro

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THE LONG AWAITED MY HERO EPISODE IS HERE! In this Plus-Ultra length episode, Hal and Pax bring on Rochester-based actor/singer Eric Schutt to talk about the smash hit anime, My Hero Academia. Join us as we talk about the history of My Hero, what makes it so popular, All Might's amazing move names, and why we love when Deku breaks every bone in his body.

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Hero Too from My Hero Academia OST

You Say Run from My Hero Academia OST (Trap Remix by ARORA)

I Need a Hero by Bonnie Tyler

Cover Art by Khori Allen Instagram: @khori_allen

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Hal and Pax crack open the ol' mail bag, answering listener questions from Twitter, Facebook and the email. We talk our favorite voice actors, our dream Stand powers, becoming actors, and much, much more. Send us some correspondence to be featured on our next Q&A episode! (details below)

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Bungee Gum by Eekway

Timeless by Megabiz

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On our most EXPLICIT episode yet the Brotakus are talking about Waifus, Incels, the ins and outs of the drawn and animated p*rn industry in both Japan and America, parasocial relationships, and the new Age of Loneliness! THERE'S A LOT OF CONTENT HERE YALL :o

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

nursery (TikTok Look at Him Tremble Waifu Remix) by bbno$

Waifu- S3RL & Alaguan ft. Lexi

Grimy Waifu- Jpegmafia

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HOW?

How does an anime about sorcerers, blood magic, a guy with a lizard head, and a dumpling shop with a blood-drenched plot and an indecipherable name end up on the Netflix Top 10 for like TWO MONTHS out of nowhere? Join us as we dive into the world of Dorohedoro

On this episode we're joined again by NYC-based singer, voice actor, and BIG BRAIN anime nerd, Anna Chicco! (Instagram @swaggabond ) We'd be happy to have a professional Jazz singer, a brilliant scholor, OR a giant weeb on the show, but Anna is what we in the industry call a "Triple Threat." DONT WORRY THIRSTY BOIS, Hal will be back next week :)

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

DOROHEDORO Intro and Outro from DOROHEDORO

The Lizard Song by John Walter

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Our Top 10s of 2020!

This week Hal and Pax bring you their top 10 favorites from 2020. Albums, games, anime and more all make their way onto the lists of our absolute favorite things that got us through 2020. Hit us up on social media to let us know what your favorite things of the year were, and we'll see you next week for the start of Brotakus Season 2!

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Lamplady by Sevdaliza

Spongebob Anime OST Opening 1

Death Parade by Open Mike Eagle

Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Season 1 Opening

My Agenda and M'Lady by Dorian Electra

Blood Tears Remix- Castlevania

Oh La La by Run The Jewels

No Escape from Hades (Supergiant Games)

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After a double episode last week, Hal and Pax chill and unwind with waaaay too much alcohol to discuss their favorite arcs in anime.

Please give us a 5-Star rating on your favorite podcasting app, it really helps the show! Find us on twitter at: @BrotakusPodcast @PaxLillin Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com Shots- LMFAO ft. Lil John Bink's Sake- One Piece Nights- Frank Ocean (Slowed and Reverbed) Cover Art by Khori Allen Artstation @ https://www.artstation.com/khori_allen To send us episode/guest suggestions, feedback, hate mail, love mail, fanfic or business/advertising inquiries, shoot us an email at PaxLillin@Gmail.com

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We're back in part 2 of our conversation with ChefPK as we talk about his most-covered show, the legendary Shokugeki no Soma, AKA FOOD WARS BAYBEEEEEEEEE~!

Join us as we talk peanut butter squid, the genius adaptation of battle anime tropes, and food, food, FOOD.

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Food Wars Spice (Shokogeki no Soma Trap Hip Hop Remix) by Oddwin

Food Wars Intro

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ChefPK is a professional YouTuber with over a decade of experience in kitchens who, over the course of the past year, has taken YouTube by storm with mind-blowing recreations of food from popular anime. He's also incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and hilarious. Join us in part 1 of our talk with ChefPK where we chat about the wildest food anime, living to serve others, and how to turn your passions into a successful career.

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Eat ft. Young Freq by Jugg Nino

Food Wars Spice (Shokogeki no Soma Trap Hip Hop Remix) by Oddwin

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When you combine a flawless voice cast, breathtaking color pallets and a STELLAR jazz-influenced soundtrack, how could the results be anything less than amazing? But is it a classic? Join us as we talk identity theft, fake drug overdoses and grand heists as we dive into Netflix's Great Pretender. Plus, we read our hate mail, and it wrecked us so bad that we may have to quit podcasting five-ever.

On this episode we're joined by NYC-based singer, voice actor, and BRILLIANT anime nerd, Anna Chicco! (Instagram @swaggabond ) We'd be happy to have a professional Jazz singer, person with a degree in postmodern artistic movement, OR a giant weeb on the show, but Anna is what we in the industry call a "Triple Threat." Listen as she schools us in art theory, talks Jazz in anime, and why Sad Bois are the Best Bois.

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Shibuya by Free Nationals ft. Syd

Great Pretender Opening from Great Pretender

Great Pretender by Freddie Mercury

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Blood of Zeus comes from the legendary Powerhouse Studios, and currently holds a 100% at Rotten Tomatoes. It's been skyrocketing up the Netflix rankings, has a sterling pedigree, and a PACKED voice cast. So why do we hate it so much? Stay strapped for our least popular opinion yet, and please feel free to DM/email us with your hate mail.

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Dark Fur Elise by Lucas King

Mendoza by Victoria Borodinova

Zeus by Lucky x Stefan Androulakis

Good Riddance from Hades by Supergiant Games

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Of all the Dracula adaptations, the 2020 Netflix/BBC collaboration stands above all as the absolute worst, most garbo, BADBADNOTGOOD, worstyiest of them all. To celebrate the end of Spooktober, we teamed up with fan favorite guest Michael Flanagan to follow up our Castlevania episode with the most mind-meltingly terrible thing we've ever seen.

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

HALLOWEEN THEME (Trap Remix)- by TrapMusicNow

The Vampire Masquerade Composed and Produced by Peter Gundry

Bloody Tears by OSRS Beats

Super Castlevania 4 Trap Remix

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This week we're talking about the Netflix smash hit, Castlevania! After a decade spent in development hell, the Castlevania team came through with a serious, prestige drama about the human condition, the value of live, and the nature of evil, all disguised as a kickass battle anime with all the trappings of the best shows out there. Join us for vamp-slaying, sorcery, and sexy sexy sex times as we dive into this instant-classic.

We're joined on this episode by Jeffrey Kringer, an amazing actor, singer, dancer, improv artist and all-around FANTASTIC PERSON. You can find him on Instagram @JeffreyKringer, or, for business inquiries, through his talent agency at http://nyc.blocagency.com/talent/legit/jeffrey-michael-kringer . He's, like, really really good.

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SPOOKY SCARY SKELETONS (Dma Illan Trap Remix)

Super Castlevnia 4 by BKNAPP

Castlevania Bloody Tears by OSRSBeatz

London Beckoned Songs About Money Written By Machines by Panic at the Disco

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On this episode the Brotakus dive into the original Pokémon Indigo League, the issues with having GOD in your pocket, and what PokePuffs are made of.

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Pokémon Theme Song by Jason Paige

National Park by Mewmore

Eterna Forest Remix by Glitchxcity

Timeless by ZGayden21

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The threat has been carried through, and Hal is chained to a chair in an undisclosed bunker, courtesy of our lovely guests! Join us for octopus ants, violence, and a huge betrayal from one Brotaku to another. Will this be the last episode of Brotakus, or will Hal and Pax find a way to reconcile despite Hal's newly-broken knees and spine? You'll have to listen to find out.

Henry Rosenberg (@Shankitystick on Twitter and Letterboxd) is our first-ever returning guest, bringing his trademark wit and charm back here to Brotakus! Besides being a wonderful NYC-based actor and VA, Henry is also the one who introduced Pax to Hunter x Hunter, so, in a sense, this is all his fault.

We're also joined by first-time guest Emily Bassett, a fantastic Buffalo-based actress, poster, and weeb-extraordinaire. You can find her at @Em_Bassador on Twitter.

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Gon vs Pitou Trap Remix from DraGneel

Bungee Gum by Eekway

Viral Times instrumental by Keats

Cover Art by Khori Allen Instagram: @khori_allen

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On this episode, Hal and Pax take on a concept that you may not have known the name for, the deuteragonist! Also known as secondary protagonists, these side kicks, best friends, love interests and frenemies form one of the most tried and true tropes in anime, and we talk about how to do em' well, how to make em' reaaaal bad, and how to apply the lessons of character building in your own creative work. Join us as we visit an ancient courtroom, open a portal to hell, and slowly lose our minds.

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Keyboard Suite in D minor by George Frideric Handel

Packington's Pound by Anonymous

SpongeBob Fun Song Trap Remix by DJ Suede

Cover Art by Khori Allen Instagram: @khori_allen

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The Brotakus are back, with a deep-dive into Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Pt. 2: Battle Tendencies! Featuring a KILLER soundtrack, fire pacing, and some of the bits of comedy and combat that anime has to offer, Battle Tendencies is WHY people fall in love with Jojo's. Watch as the Brotakus talk German engineering, ancient Central American Murder Aliens, and Pasta Battles, all in an episode featuring tons of music, a teaser for a future Brotakus topic, and... Satan himself? You'll have to listen to find out!

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Dark Fur Elise by Lucas King

JoJo Trap ▶ Awaken | Pillar Men Theme Ver. 2 Remix by Simpsonill

Propaganda from Jojo's Bizarre Adventure (German Theme Song)

Bloody Stream Remix by KiraraMagic

Cover Art by Khori Allen Instagram: @khori_allen

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Debuting in 1993, Yugioh took the world by storm, leading to worldwide tournaments, MANY spinoffs, games, t-shirts, coffee mugs, tattoos, parodies, and I'm trying to get a cult going too but people aren't buying into my claims that I'm the reincarnation of King Tut and am really into card games now. We're joined by Alex Fields ( @AlexJFields) of the LEGENDARY @TeamAPS.

Team APS is a group of friends whose popular YouTube Channel (youtube.com/teamaps) is pumping out CONSTANT sketches, deck techs, pack openings, and other content relating to modern Yugioh. If you're a fan of Yugioh, or just looking to catch up with what's going in in modern Yugioh right now, we can't recommend them highly enough. Their energy is infections, their content is hilarious, and I guarantee they'll be one of your new favorite channels.

*Two brief notes: Pax has been banished to the shadow realm for sub-optimal mic positioning in this episode, and if they're good then Hal might let them out next week. Huge thanks to pro audio engineer Finn Dowling for his help editing this episode!

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Cover Art by Khori Allen Instagram: @khori_allen

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Dragonball Evolution is legendary for all the wrong reasons. With a Rotten Tomatoes score of 15%, and a budget of $30 million, this legendary 2009 live-action flop single-handedly killed the possibility of any more live-action English anime film adaptations for a decade. We're joined by one of the funniest human beings on the planet, actor Michael Flanagan, to give our takes on this brain-melting extravaganza of insanity. It's an extra-long one, but it's jam-packed with laughs, screams, and oh my god actually even writing this description is making me remember the film again oh god oh no help god oh fu-

Brotakus is back from a (brief) break, so thank you for your patience! Expect weekly episodes to resume next Monday morning as we shovel more content your way than you know what to do with.

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Music featured in this episode: ZUU by Denzel Curry

SUPER SAIYAN SUPERMAN | ZUPER ZA1YAN ZUPERMAN by Denzel Curry

"Kamehameha" Trap Remix by Hanes

Cover Art by Khori Allen Instagram: @khori_allen

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It's a jam-packed episode, covering the Studio Ghibli classic, Kiki's Delivery Service, J.K. Rowling going INSANE on twitter, and... Totally Spies? You'll have to give us a listen to find out, because this episode was WILD. We're joined by acting and singing POWERHOUSE Morgan Milone (https://www.morganmilone.com, Twitter @Morgan_Milone, Instagram @MorganMilone)

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Music featured in this episode:

The National Anthem of the USSR by The Red Choir Army

Expecto Patronum - Goblins From Mars Trap Remix

lo-fi - kiki's delivery theme (a town with an ocean view) by Ho Shan

Cover Art by Khori Allen Instagram: @khori_allen

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It's time for the anime that captured a generation, the spine-tingling, heart-pounding horror show that is: ATTACK ON TITAN! Join us to discuss mangled bodies, a society on the brink of collapse, and Armin's GAY DREAMS. In this episode Hal and Pax are joined by Actor/Artist/Singer Hayley Denton-Hughes (@HayleyMakesArt on Instagram) and Actor/Singer/Dungeon Master Emmett Wickersham (@EJWick33 on Instagram and Twitter).

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Music featured in this episode:

Attack on Titan (Trap Remix) by DJ FusionT

Attack On Titan Remix | Armin Vs Colossal Titan by Super LoFi World

Attack On Titan - Name Of Love Feat. Shironeko by Nivro

Cover Art by Khori Allen Instagram: @khori_allen

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Join us for a deep dive into Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Pt. 1: Phantom Blood! With an over 30-year run, Jojo's Bizarre Adventure is perhaps THE most influential manga (and now anime) in existence. Even if you haven't seen it, we guarantee you know the memes, poses, or musical riffs. In this episode we tackle the art, writing, and sheer style that this series is dripping with, and answer the eternal question: What is Jojo's Bizarre Adventure, and why does the internet love it so much?

In this episode Hal and Pax are joined by Henry Rosenberg (@ShankityStick on Twitter and Letterboxd). Henry is an awesome actor, writer, and Grand High Memelord, and we're grateful to have him with us!

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Intro Song: F*** You, Pay Me (Instrumental) by Akira The Don- Twitter: @AkiraTheDon Website: AkiraTheDon.com

Cover Art by Khori Allen Instagram: @khori_allen

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1- POWER UP! Power Systems in Anime and Intro to Us

In this introductory episode to Brotakus, Hal and Pax (@PaxLillin) talk about their patented system for classifying power systems in fiction and anime!

MAIN CATEGORIES OF POWER-UPS: BORN THIS WAY (Born with the power/grew into it) WILLPOWER (I want it SO BAD!) BONDS/TRUST (We work better together!) ARTIFACT GET! (A rare or powerful item/substance initiates the Power Up) *TRAIN LIFE (You train like WAAAY hard and now you’re better forever)

We also touch on power systems in general, both literal and figurative, in real life and in fiction. We talk about disempowerment and disillusionment in the era of COVID-19 and police violence, and talk about some of our own experiences with what's going on in the world right now. We love you and believe in your ability to make a difference, both in your own life and in the world around you. Be safe and take care of yourself, and when you're ready, take action.

SITES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE: Givewell.com (https://www.givewell.org/) The Poor People's Campaign (https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/) Black Love Resists in The Rust (https://www.blackloveresistsintherust.org/) Black Lives Matter (https://blacklivesmatter.com/) The Children's Defense Fund (https://www.childrensdefense.org/)

Intro Music provided by the legendary Akira the Don (@AkiraTheDon, AkiraTheDon.com)

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