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.
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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…