#135 - BEASTARS (Season 2)

#135 - BEASTARS (Season 2)

Author: Third Impact Anime Podcast February 6, 2023 Duration: 1:20:18

After a multi-year-long delay from our coverage of season 1, we're back to talk about the second season of BEASTARS. The adventures of Legoshi, Haru, Louis, and the rest of the Cherryton Academy animal teens continue as the mysteries of Tem's death and devouring are finally revealed. This episode is NOT spoiler free. We hope you enjoy it!

00:00:00 Introduction and opening question: With another Discotek Day having recently happened, what factors make you decide to purchase an anime on physical media?

00:16:48 BEASTARS S2 Production breakdown

00:30:19 Discussion

01:13:36 Are we still down for Season 3? and Outro

Do you disagree with our takes on BEASTARS S2 and want to yell at us for being full of it? Do you agree and want to vindicate us? Send us an email at thirdimpactanime@gmail.com and let us know. We'll respond on a future episode!

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