KFR 130: Classic Yōkai Anime - Halloween!

KFR 130: Classic Yōkai Anime - Halloween!

Author: Bad Bard Productions October 28, 2024 Duration: 2:12:36
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We're BACK and it's time to get spooky!Halloween is upon us and as we do every year, our Patreon members have helped us choose the topic of this episode - and it's Classic Yōkai!Yōkai play a big role in Japanese supernatural stories and its concepts share similarities with the Shinto religion, including spirits inhabiting objects, locations and animals.We've got a handful of fascinating Yōkai focused anime for you to check out this Halloween - from comedy to romance to, of course, thrillers and horror!Plus - what we're watching this season and news on a big controversy that's hit Crunchyroll US!VIDEOS!Kawaii-Fi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/KawaiiFiKyle’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KyleinOrbitTifa's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thetkennedyCheck out AMV Hell: https://www.amvhell.com/ SUPPORT USPatreon: Patreon.com/KawaiiFiBuy us a Coffee: Ko-fi.com/kawaiifi HALLOWEEN ANIME:Midnight Occult Civil Servants - https://www.anime-planet.com/anime/midnight-occult-civil-servantsIn/Spectre - https://www.anime-planet.com/anime/in-spectreHell Girl - https://www.anime-planet.comx/anime/hell-girlMushishi - https://www.anime-planet.com/anime/mushishixxxHolic - https://www.anime-planet.com/anime/xxx-holicMalevolent Spirits: Mononogatari - https://www.anime-planet.com/anime/malevolent-spirits-mononogatariSarazanmai - https://www.anime-planet.com/anime/sarazanmaiToilet Bound Hanako - https://www.anime-planet.com/manga/toilet-bound-hanako-kunTonari no Yokai-san - https://www.anime-planet.com/anime/tonari-no-yokai-sanTo the Forest of Firefly Lights - https://www.anime-planet.com/anime/hotarubi-no-mori-eNura: Rise of the Yokai Clan - https://www.anime-planet.com/anime/nura-rise-of-the-youkai-clanGingitsune: Messenger Fox of the Gods - https://www.anime-planet.com/anime/gingitsune-messenger-fox-of-the-godsNatsume’s Book of FriendsGhost Stories - https://www.anime-planet.com/anime/ghost-storiesYokai Watch - https://www.anime-planet.com/anime/youkai-watch JOIN THE KAWAII-FI COMMUNITYTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kawaiifianimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kawaiifianime/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KawaiiFiAnime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/kawaiifianimeDiscord: https://discord.gg/p9ccFx8vTQ LISTEN ELSEWHERE?Spotify: https://bit.ly/Kawaii-FiSpotifyApple: https://bit.ly/Kawaii-FiAppleYT Music: https://bit.ly/Kawaii-Fi-YMCastbox: https://bit.ly/Kawaii-FiCastboxGoodpod: https://bit.ly/Kawaii-fiGoodpodAmazon Music: https://bit.ly/Kawaii-FiAmazonPocket Casts: https://bit.ly/Kawaii-FiPocket EPISODE SEGMENTS00:00:00 – Show Opener00:03:38 – What We’re Watching00:28:34 – Halloween: Classic Yokai!01:39:46 – Anime Communique02:07:27 – Next Time, Look Back and hopping vampires? Tags:anime,podcast,anime news,anime podcast,anime reviews,anime recommendation,Halloween Anime,Spooky Anime,Horror Anime,Natsume’s Book of Friends,Midnight Occult Civil Servants,In/Spectre,Hell Girl,Mushishi,xxxHolic,Malevolent Spirits: Mononogatari,Sarazanmai,Toilet Bound Hanako,Tonari no Yokai-san,To the Forest of Firefly Lights,Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan,Gingitsune: Messenger Fox of the Gods,Ghost Stories,Yokai Watch

There's a particular kind of excitement that comes from diving into a new series or rediscovering a forgotten gem, and that's the feeling Kawaii-Fi Radio-Anime Podcast aims to capture every time. Created by Bad Bard Productions, this isn't just a rundown of headlines; it's a conversational space for anyone drawn to anime, manga, and the wider otaku culture. You'll hear discussions that range from the latest industry news and seasonal must-watches to thoughtful recommendations from the vast back catalogue, ensuring both newcomers and long-time fans find something to connect with. The tone is intentionally welcoming and all-ages, focusing on shared enthusiasm rather than insider gatekeeping. Episodes arrive every two weeks, filled with genuine reactions and deep dives, complemented by additional monthly content on their YouTube channel. It feels less like a formal review show and more like hanging out with friends who just watched something incredible and can't wait to talk about it. Tune into this podcast for a consistent, friendly voice in the ever-expanding world of Japanese animation, where the classics get as much love as the newest hits.
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