KFR 154: The 2026 Winter Anime Season is stacked!

KFR 154: The 2026 Winter Anime Season is stacked!

Author: Bad Bard Productions January 14, 2026 Duration: 1:36:09
It's a new year and a new anime season - and it's completely stacked with great shows!With heaps of popular shows getting sequels and even more unique new shows on the roster, there's something for everyone this Winter Anime Season!VIDEOS!Kawaii-Fi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/KawaiiFiKyle’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KyleinOrbitTifa's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thetkennedy SUPPORT USPatreon: Patreon.com/KawaiiFiBuy us a Coffee: Ko-fi.com/kawaiifiOUR PICKS FROM THIS SEASONSentenced to be a Hero - https://www.livechart.me/anime/12268JUJUTSU KAISEN The Culling Game Part 1 - https://www.livechart.me/anime/12482 The Darwin Incident - https://www.livechart.me/anime/12670Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 - https://www.livechart.me/anime/12860 Tamon's B-side - https://www.livechart.me/anime/12695 Dead Account - https://www.livechart.me/anime/13081 SHIBOYUGI: Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table - https://www.livechart.me/anime/12815Trigun Stargaze - https://www.livechart.me/anime/11910Champignon Witch - https://www.livechart.me/anime/12765/ROLL OVER AND DIE - https://www.livechart.me/anime/13149  Returning series:Hell's Paradise Season 2 - https://www.livechart.me/anime/12236Golden Kamuy Final Season - https://www.livechart.me/anime/12220 Fire Force Season 3 Part 2 - https://www.livechart.me/anime/12745 My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2 - https://www.livechart.me/anime/13215'Tis Time for "Torture," Princess Season 2 - https://www.livechart.me/anime/12614Kaguya-sama: Love Is War -Stairway to Adulthood- https://www.livechart.me/anime/13209 UNDEAD UNLUCK Winter Arc - https://www.livechart.me/anime/12782 STRANGE YU-GI-OH FAN FILM:https://www.primevideo.com/detail/Time-to-Duel/0P159N49SPANS1P23EBUWJWLNB  JOIN THE KAWAII-FI COMMUNITYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/KawaiiFiAnime/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kawaiifianime/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@kawaiifianime TikTok: https://www.tiktok.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 Opener00:02:19 – Winter Anime Season 00:03:34 – Sentenced to be a Hero00:11:17 – JUJUTSU KAISEN The Culling Game Part 100:16:12 – The Darwin Incident00:23:38 – Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 200:29:11 – Tamon's B-side00:34:13 – Dead Account00:40:00 – SHIBOYUGI: Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table00:46:06 – Trigun Stargaze00:53:40 – Champignon Witch00:56:59 – ROLL OVER AND DIE01:05:27 – Anime Communique01:29:14 – Awards, Bad Fan films and Scrubs?Tags:anime,podcast,anime news,anime podcast,anime reviews,anime recommendation,JUJUTSU KAISEN,The Culling Game,The Darwin Incident,Frieren,Beyond Journey's End,Tamon's B-side, Dead Account,SHIBOYUGI,Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table, Trigun Stargaze,Champignon Witch, ROLL OVER AND DIE,Hell's Paradise,Golden Kamuy,Fire Force,My Hero Academia Vigilantes,'Tis Time for Torture Princess,Kaguya-Sama,Love is War,Undead Unluck

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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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KFR 124: The 2024 Summer Anime Season is here! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:58:09
Summer is here and a new anime season is knocking at the door!This Summer season is a mixed bag with returning big hitters, unexpected tales and another surge of isekai stories.We’ve picked 12 shows from this season the…
KFR 123: Dungeon Meshi is a delicious romp! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:40
Ever wondered what a dragon tastes like? How about those weird walking mushrooms or how a cockatrice compares to a chicken?These questions and more are part of the amazing world that is Dungeon Meshi aka Delicious in Dun…
KFR 122: Why Gurren Lagann fosters growth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:33
Great news! Our good friend and voice actor, Terry the Drye Guy is in Australia for work, and joins us for this episode of Kawaii-Fi Radio!And this time, in the name of bromance, we are talking the legendary Gainax anime…
KFR 121X: What on earth was Black Magic M-66?? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:47
It's time for another mini episode as the team recovers from a busy weekend of weddings and events!So what's in our sights this time around? A 1987 cyberpunk feature that would mark the beginning of a synth-wave of tech…
KFR 121: Kill la Kill 10 year Anniversary! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:27
Has it really been 10 years since Kill la Kill aired its final episode??? Not quite (there was an OVA!) but time really flies when you’ve got new anime to watch!Join us as we look back on an anime that defined a generati…
KFR 120: Spy x Family - Code White! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:03
Spy X Family is finally in cinemas around the world, and we’ve had a chance to check it out here in Australia!So is this truly one for the whole family? And is this original story film as fun as the manga it’s based on?…
KFR 119: The 2024 Spring Anime Season is a blockbuster! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:36:36
The Spring Anime Season is here and there’s plenty of returning big names! But what about the new entries?We’ve picked out 10 new shows you might want to check out into this anime season – from romance to action and even…
KFR 118: The history of Akira Toriyama [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:25
This episode, we’re looking back at the history of one of the greatest Mangaka to have every put pen to paper – the late Akira Toriyama.Toriyama created many loveable characters and series celebrated the world over inclu…
KFR 117: Shimoneta - White Day Special! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:14
Kawaii-Fi Radio - EpisodeThis episode – Our Patreons have spoken and our White Day episode is a little spicy…So as usually with any of our spicy eps – a disclaimer:This episode’s topic is for mature audiences 18 years an…
KFR 116: Cardcaptor Sakura - A tale of 3 dubs! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:23
This episode, we’re a little late but it’s here!After delaying and rearranging for a few months, we’re finally talking about a series that has a special place in all of the teams’ hearts – Cardcaptor Sakura!This series a…