Whether you’re a seasoned otaku who’s been watching since the days of Toonami or a newcomer just discovering the vast world of Japanese animation, podcasts offer the perfect way to deepen your appreciation for anime between episodes. From in-depth series breakdowns and seasonal reviews to discussions about the industry, culture, and artistry behind your favorite shows, anime podcasts bring together passionate hosts and communities who share your enthusiasm.
The beauty of audio content is that you can absorb insights, recommendations, and spirited debates while commuting, exercising, or doing chores, turning dead time into an extension of your anime experience. I’ve curated this list of the best anime podcasts across various styles and focuses, ensuring there’s something here for every type of fan, whether you’re looking for comedy-infused commentary, scholarly analysis, or just friends chatting about the latest releases.
Anime Addicts Anonymous
Their mission is simple: to fuel anime addiction. This podcast serves all anime enthusiasts who love anime, manga, cosplay, conventions, and Japanese animation culture, providing everything needed to stay hopelessly devoted to the anime world.
That Anime Podcast
The first anime podcast designed for casual anime fans. If you enjoy watching anime and laughing, this is it. The podcast covers diverse topics through fun, hilarious, authentic conversations in a relaxed, conversational style, the anime podcast you’ve been searching for.
Gateway to Anime
Gateway to Anime is a podcast where anime enthusiasts Sam, Charlie, and Graeme guide listeners through the vibrant world of anime. Covering current releases and classics, the show welcomes both seasoned fans and newcomers.
Shoujo Sundae
Shoujo Sundae is a podcast haven for shoujo anime and manga fans. Hosts Giana Luna and Chika Supreme break down episodes by category, exploring symbolism, strengths, weaknesses, and hot takes. New episodes every other Sunday for fans craving shoujo discussion.
Otaku Spirit Anime
Otaku Spirit Animecast focuses on anime culture through reviews, news, and in-depth discussions. Created by anime fans for anime fans of all kinds.
AniPro Podcast
AniPro Podcast is your weekly source for anime, manga, and Japanese pop culture. Hosts Cole, Mike, and Jay spotlight classics, debate seasonal shows, and explore the culture behind it all. No gatekeeping, just passionate, welcoming discussions for fans new and veteran alike.
Trash Taste Podcast
Trash Taste is the premier anime podcast exploring anime, manga, and otaku culture. Hosted by top anime YouTubers Joey from The Anime Man, Garnt from Gigguk, and Connor from Cdawgva, with occasional special guests.
Anime Sickos
A podcast for geniuses exploring the four pillars of modern misery: anime, gaming, posting, and jobs.
Anime Savants
Two living anime encyclopedias discuss the intricacies of beloved anime while covering the latest anime news.
Fandom Post Radio
Looking for new anime to watch, shows to avoid, or anime-based video games? The writers of the Fandom Post discuss all things anime and otaku culture.
Third Impact Anime Podcast
Third Impact Anime is a bi-weekly podcast exploring anime’s history, artistry, and community, hosted by fan convention panelists who enjoy lengthy discussions. The show features reviews of new and classic anime, convention coverage, and special guest interviews.
Anime Out of Context
Shaun explores the sometimes strange, sometimes delightful, and always entertaining world of anime, while Remington attempts to make sense of it all.
Anime Brothers
Tune in weekly as presenters Matt and Earthworm explore all aspects of Anime and Nerd Culture!
Talking Yugioh
The Authorized Podcast of Yugioh Everything! Listen as the hosts discuss all things related to Yugioh during their weekly episodes!
Anime Summit Podcast
The Anime Summit Podcast originated from the /r/Anime Reddit Community as an initiative designed to share their passion for anime and foster deeper connections with the content they appreciate!
Ballin’ Out Super
The premier anime podcast of America. Fresh episodes release on Tuesdays, with exclusive Patreon bonus content dropping on Thursdays!
Baka Banter Anime Podcast
Baka Banter offers an in-depth exploration of the anime universe. Hosts Ionatan Kuperwajs and Ravi Pancholi analyze current anime trends through a critical perspective, share their boldest opinions, and conduct interviews with guests from throughout the anime industry.
Shonen Flop
Not all manga achieves success in Shonen Jump like Dragonball Z, One Piece, or Naruto. Tune in as David and Jordan examine manga series that faced cancellation, exploring what strategies might have kept them running instead of becoming a Shonen Flop.
The One Piece Podcast
They are The One Piece Podcast! Since 2009, the team has been reviewing the newest installments of One Piece on a weekly basis, and they plan to continue until the series concludes!
Chatsunami
Chatsunami features relaxed conversations among friends covering diverse subjects ranging from gaming and movies to anime and broader hobbies. This podcast is also available on Spotify, iTunes, and other major podcast platforms!
Anime Was (Not) A Mistake
An Anime/Animated Retrospective Podcast spanning from the worlds of Ghibli to Godzilla and further. Follow co-hosts Jonathan Kwiatkowski and Dan Ryan, self-proclaimed nerds, as they journey through supernatural dimensions, intriguing new universes, and soar across the heavens to demonstrate that Anime Was (Not) A Mistake.
Strictly Anime
Strictly Anime is a podcast delivering comprehensive reviews of beloved anime series and conversations about anime culture. Whether listeners are newcomers or devoted enthusiasts, they can join the hosts each week as they express their passion for anime!
Anime World Order Podcast
An anime podcast dedicated to Japanese cartoons and comics as analyzed by three self-described authorities in the realm of Japanese animation and manga! Additionally, the show features anime news and reviews, examinations of classic anime, occasional discussions of hentai and yaoi, and plenty more content. New episodes are released monthly, hopefully.
Vintage Anime Club Podcast
A circle of friends, an anime disc, a bottle of wine…perhaps they should grab a second one. This is an anime podcast that revisits older anime titles available on physical media, determining whether they’ve stood the test of time. Occasionally, the passage of years allows them to recognize underappreciated titles, while other times it necessitates removing those rose-tinted glasses. So listeners are invited to pour themselves a glass of wine and tune in.
Otaku’s Anonymous
An anime-focused podcast designed for fellow enthusiasts and weebs everywhere.
Let’s Anime
Youkoso, Youkoso to Let’s Anime. Bi-weekly, hosts Dustin and Lindsay discuss the shows and films they’ve been viewing from the anime world. Listeners can join them and their guests as they stay current with the dynamic landscape of Japanese animation.
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