#662: It Was Already like This When I Got Here

#662: It Was Already like This When I Got Here

Author: AJS Studios January 29, 2025 Duration: 1:23:07

Crunchyroll confirms limited credentials posted, but no breach was discovered, an anime producer becomes new Fuji Television president, and BAND-MAID to release music video for a song used in a new anime opening! Also, TOKYOPOP contributes to voice actors lost homes in LA wildfires, Cells at Work live-action grosses over 5 billion yen,Square Enix Tokyo cafe to shut down, and an anime studio merger leads to one being dissolved! Meanwhile in Japan, a 71-year-old robs 63 houses and treats strangers to sushi just to look cool, and a woman causes 8 separate traffic accidents in 35 minutes!


Dive into the vibrant world of otaku culture with Anime Jam Session, a weekly podcast that feels more like hanging out with your most knowledgeable anime-obsessed friends. Hosted by the energetic crew of DJ Ranma S, Mako-chan, Ari Rockefeller, and a rotating cast of staffers, this show captures the spontaneous, joyful chaos of convention hall debates and late-night watch parties. Each episode is a freewheeling discussion that spans the latest anime series, video game deep dives, convention adventures, and the ever-evolving landscape of fandom itself. The hosts bring their distinct personalities and perspectives to every topic, ensuring no two conversations are ever the same. This unique podcast is produced live every Tuesday evening, fostering a real-time community feel where the energy is palpable. It’s a celebration of all things geek, delivered with genuine passion and a sense of shared discovery. Tune in for the kind of authentic, unfiltered chatter you’d expect from a group that lives and breathes this culture, making each episode a new adventure in the expansive universe of animation and manga fandom.
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Episode #174 - It Should Have a Title, Yes? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:54:03
This week, Mako-chan bring us Moon Animate Make-Up, and DJ Ranma S, and Ari Rockefeller review it! Along with an issue from ConnectiCon Convention. In anime news, the Science of Dragon Ball Z, Gurren Lagann come to Toona…
Episode #2 - Mighty Morphing It! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:07:35
More info about ADV Films and the Dragonball movie is unearthed as DJ and Kuro talk about Power Rangers.
Episode #1 - New Year, New Stuff... New Problems! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:39:36
DJ and Kuro kick things off with news about Dragon Ball, NewType magazine, and the second part of the interview with Chris Patton. But due to timing, Kuro gets sick and the some softwares crap out, leading two extra days…
Episode #5 - Slacking off Late at Night [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:02:11
More news about Dragon Ball... More problems with Katsucon hotel... And stupid news! It didn't help that DJ and Kuro were up late doing this, but hey... :3
Episode #4 - The Plague Catches Up to Us [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:51:52
Poor DJ Ranma is still recovering from Katsucon as he and Kuro Usagi discuss the con in review. No Dragon Ball movie update, but they do have Akira and a lot of convention news updates!
Episode #6 - To Those Who Are About to Rock... We Salute You. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:11:52
This episode of Anime Jam Session is dedicated to the memory of Lawrence Stuckley. Special thanks to Mattie of Zenkaikon for coming on the show to talk. Warning... Problematic audio issues on this episode! I have fixed i…
Episode #8 - Lax, but Chaotic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:57:59
DJ Ranma S goes out to the Island of Long for a long time honored convention known as I-Con! It was rough to get there, but made it in one piece! The con is reviewd with Kuro Usagi with special guest Lizzy from The Agent…
Episode #9 - New York, New York... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:00:53
DJ Ranma S and Kuro Usagi go deep inside of New York Comic Con No. 3! They discuss the con in general, events, TM Revolution, cosplays, TM Revolution, the dealer's room... Did I mention TM Revolution? Special props to Ge…