What Anime Character Would YOU Meet IRL? | The Anime Effect NEWS

What Anime Character Would YOU Meet IRL? | The Anime Effect NEWS

Author: Crunchyroll February 12, 2026 Duration: 33:28
Hosts Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President have so much ONE PIECE news to share like the two baseball teams collaborating with the anime and the first ONE PIECE HEROINES episode coming soon, plus they share the anime and anime creatives that took home 2026 Tokyo Anime Awards, another anime concert coming to the US, and the latest from Digimon. Have a question for The Anime Effect? Ask it here. To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. ONE PIECE Night Returns to T-Mobile Park in March for Mariners Game  Boston Red Sox x ONE PIECE Theme Night Returns This May with Themed Bomber Jacket, Plush ONE PIECE HEROINES Anime Airs Nami Episode on July 5 Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, Gundam GQuuuuuuX Win Top Honors at Tokyo Anime Awards 2026 Violet Evergarden Live in Concert USA Tour Sets Sights on Three Cities This Month Digimon Story Time Stranger Sets Switch, Switch 2 Launch Date Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dive deeper than your current watchlist with The Anime Effect, a weekly conversation from Crunchyroll that connects the dots between the screen and the world around us. This isn't just a recap show. We're here to unpack the latest headlines and industry shifts, giving context to the news that matters to fans. Episodes take time to examine the artistry and narratives of specific series, from timeless classics to the newest seasonal sensations, asking why they resonate so powerfully. You'll also hear from a variety of guest stars-creators, voice actors, and cultural commentators-who bring unique perspectives to the table. At its heart, this podcast explores how animation and manga from Japan ripple outward, influencing global pop culture, fashion, social discourse, and even our personal philosophies. It's about the community and the conversations that happen between episodes. Join us for a thoughtful, engaging, and often surprising look at the medium we love, celebrating not just what we watch, but how it shapes our thinking and connects us. Tune in weekly for a blend of analysis, interview, and discovery that goes far beyond the surface, all delivered with the insider access and passion only Crunchyroll can provide.
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