The Filler: A Anime and Manga Podcast

Two longtime friends, who grew up sharing manga volumes and debating anime openings, now have a microphone between them. That’s the heart of The Filler: A Anime and Manga Podcast. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair in the middle of a conversation that’s been going on for years, one that jumps from the latest streaming hits to forgotten gems from decades past. They’re just as likely to dive deep into a classic series as they are to highlight a hidden one-shot manga that never got its due. The discussion is less about formal reviews and more about sharing a genuine enthusiasm, complete with the tangents and inside jokes that come naturally between friends. Along the way, they’ve built in regular feature segments that pop up in every episode, offering structured deep dives or playful debates on specific tropes and characters. Tuning into this podcast is like getting a regular, warmly opinionated dispatch from two guides who love the entire landscape of this medium, from its towering mainstream successes to its quirky, overlooked corners. It’s that blend of personal history and shared discovery that makes each episode a fresh visit to a world they clearly never get tired of exploring.