KFR 155: The 2025 Anime Awards!

KFR 155: The 2025 Anime Awards!

Author: Bad Bard Productions January 28, 2026 Duration: 1:09:41
It’s time again for the Kawaii-Fi Anime Awards!As we do each January, we’re looking back on the past year of anime! Each team member picks out their favourite shows across categories featuring genres, music and art – and we also touch on those they’d rather forget!We won’t be able to capture all the great shows from 2025, so sound off in the comments with your picks for each category!Our rules for award eligibility:- An anime must have finished airing in 2025. This means a broadcast run ending before December 31st, 2024 in Japan. This includes anime that began their run in 2024 and finished in 2025 (ie 2-cour series that run into the new year).- Anime which are ongoing from the previous year (eg Cat’s Eye, Tojima want’s to be a Kamen Rider etc) do not qualify for these awards, but are eligible for the 2026 awards once their broadcast run ends.- Anime films must have had a true international release (cinema or digital) in this calendar year to qualify. Re-releases and remasters are not eligible.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/kawaiifi JOIN THE KAWAII-FI COMMUNITYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/KawaiiFiAnime/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kawaiifianime/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@kawaiifianimeTikTok: 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 Opener00:04:38 – Sound & Visuals00:18:24 – Best in Category00:33:21 – Regret & Forget00:44:09 – 2015 Hall of Fame00:47:48 – Best of the Year01:07:48 – Valentines Day & FujimotoTags:anime,podcast,anime news,anime podcast,anime reviews,anime recommendation,anime awards,Dan da Dan,Shangrila Frontier,Zenshu,Gachiakuta,My Dress Up Darling,Go Go Loser Ranger,Apothecary Diaries,Ranma,Chainsaw Man,Demon Slayer,Blue Box,Spy X Family,Rock is a Lady’s Modesty,Takopi’s Original sin,The Summer Hikaru Died,Gorilla God’s Go to Girl,Kaiju No. 8,Campfire cooking in another world,May I ask for one final thing?,City the animation,From Bureaucrat to Villainess, To Be Hero X

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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Duration: 1:48:15
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Duration: 1:12:30
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Duration: 1:31:50
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KFR 134: The 2025 Winter Anime Season! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:40
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