#687: Most Triumphant and Cowabunga!

#687: Most Triumphant and Cowabunga!

Author: AJS Studios August 20, 2025 Duration: 1:11:07

Crunchyroll announces layoffs and a new growth model, a Vice-Minister refuses once more to appear at ComicMarket コミックマーケット, and a plan is in the works for an anime adaptation of The Phantom of the Opera! Also, a senior executive was dismissed from Gungho Online Entertainment for embezzlement. Issues in Indonesia result in the potential for the One Piece flag to be seen as treasonous, and Nike teams up with Yu-Gi-Oh! for an official character-inspired shoe! Meanwhile in Japan, randomize your night with gacha sake, and a reverse maid cafe lets cosplaying customers serve staff instead of the other way around!


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 #73 - The Band Is Back [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:52
DJ Ranma S, Ari Rockefeller, Sailor Flare, and Mako-chan kick things off about the VOG Network! Also, we discuss Zenkaikon 2012 and the fate of New York Anime Festival! And we bring you a brand new segment with Mako-chan…
Episode #74 - AnimeNEXT 2012, Y U NO GO?! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:35:39
DJ Ranma S, Ari Rockefeller, and Mako-chan do a complete turnout of AnimeNEXT 2012, also they take the gripes and throw it back at people, showing them the positive side of things!
Episode #72 - Loose Ends [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:28:10
DJ Ranma S, Ari Rockefeller, Sailor Flare, Kuro Usagi and Mako-chan bring you a very important announcement in regards to the show. The staff discuss Saban picking up Yu-Gi-Oh, and an interview with Tiffany Grant.
Episode #71 - Temporary Monthly Cycle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:34:08
DJ Ranma S, Ari Rockefeller, and Mako-chan discuss PAX East and Castle Point. Also on deck, Tron in Kingdom Hearts 3D, the death of Dr. Wily, and DBZ Kinect. Concert review of Head Phones President as well!
Episode #70 - Another 2 For 1 Convention Podcast Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:14:15
DJ Ranma S, Ari Rockefeller, and Mako-chan discuss MangaNEXT and PAS Springfest. Also on tap, twenty years of Sailor Moon! Also, what if Kevin Smith and Quentin Tarrantino directed Bleach? This episode is dedicated to Gu…
Episode #68 - It's 2012, and there's no Snow... Apocalypse! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:38
DJ Ranma S, Kuro Usagi, Ari Rockefeller, and Sailor Flare talk about the first con of 2012, Kotoricon! Also, the staff discuss the downfall of Bandai, the downsizing of Media Blasters, and the 8 million dollar lawsuit th…
Episode #67 - It's Coming Down to the End [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:33:24
DJ Ranma S, Kuro Usagi, Ari Rockefeller, and Sailor Flare review the live action Sailor Moon trailer in depth. DJ gives his thoughts on the Ranma 1/2 live action special. Also, why is Oprah talking about manga? Casting f…