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Freestyle Anime Podcast

Freestyle Anime

Welcome to the Freestyle Anime Podcast, where the mic is our stage and anime debates take center spotlight! Join us as we navigate through the vast world of anime, from the latest releases to timeless classics. Our discussions are freestyle, unscripted, and packed with passionate debates that will keep you hooked from start to finish. Beware of spoilers! Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freestyle-anime/subscribe

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Thursday · 1 hr 21 min
Which Anime Characters Would SURVIVE a Horror Movie?! | Halloween Special
It's a Halloween Special on the Freestyle Anime Podcast! Join the crew for a spooky episode as they dive into their favorite horror movies, iconic horror villains, and scariest characters of all time! Then the guys put anime characters to the ultimate survival test! Which anime characters would actually survive a horror movie? From slashers to classic horror scenarios, the crew debates who would make it out alive and who would be the first to go! Finally, the crew shows off their Halloween costumes, and the live chat gets to vote on which host has the best costume of the night!
Thursday · 1 hr 49 min
Manga Mondays! -Would You EAT An Alien??
This week on Manga Monday, the Freestyle Anime Podcast crew breaks down One Piece Chapter 1197 and shares their reactions, theories, and predictions on what's coming next. Meanwhile, CJ continues to troll Rico over Sanji's potential Conqueror's Haki! Next, the guys dive back into the MAD manga, catching Rico up on everything he missed. CJ shares his theories on the story's progression and explains why he believes the plot is becoming predictable. Is MAD following an obvious path, or does the story have some unexpected twists waiting? Tune in for another Manga Monday!!!
November 2 · 3 hr
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Debate + Naruto vs Luffy Death Battle!
This week on the Freestyle Anime Podcast, Rico is finally back with the crew as they break down Cyberpunk: Edgerunners! Ty and Rico jump straight into one of the biggest debates among fans: Who was truly the main character, David or Roman? The guys share their thoughts on the season, its characters, and the story's biggest moments. Next, the crew dives into the latest developments in Vision Quest, with CJ sharing his theories about what's really going on and where the story could be heading. Then it's time for some Naruto vs. Luffy Death Battle talk as the guys answer questions from the live chat and debate the upcoming showdown between two of anime's biggest icons. Finally, Ty gives his latest take on Avatar: Seven Havens! Is he finally coming around to the series, or is he still frustrated by its characters and their questionable decisions? Tune in for another episode packed with anime reactions, theories, versus battles, and heated debates with the FSAP crew!
October 28 · 3 hr 12 min
The Problem With Boruto + Who Is Spider-Man's Greatest Villain?
This week on the Freestyle Anime Podcast, the crew debates Spider-Man's greatest villain and why Green Goblin might be Peter Parker's most dangerous enemy. From his psychological mind games to targeting Spider-Man's closest friends, does Green Goblin stand above villains like Doctor Octopus? Next, the guys dive into the controversial Boruto canon debate! Did Boruto's rocky start damage the Naruto franchise, or has the series improved enough to deserve a second chance? The crew also revisits the legendary Mifune vs. Hanzo flashback in Naruto Shippuden, breaking down Mifune's sacrifice, Hanzo's reputation, and what made their encounter so memorable. Finally, the guys discuss the future of Naruto and what fans could expect from the franchise moving forward. Tune in for another episode packed with Marvel villains, Naruto lore, Boruto debates, and classic FSAP hot takes!
October 26 · 2 hr 11 min
One Piece 1196: Sanji's Breakthrough + MAD & Choujin X
This week on Manga Monday, the Freestyle Anime Podcast crew reacts to One Piece Chapter 1196, where Sanji's potential Conqueror's Haki awakening takes center stage! The guys break down Sanji's breakthrough and Oda's revelations about why Sanji has been holding himself back. With his favorite character finally getting some shine, CJ is HYPED! Could Sanji be reaching a whole new level of power? Next, the crew and live chat pick up where they left off with MAD and Choujin X, continuing their journey through two exciting manga series and sharing their reactions, theories, and predictions as the stories unfold. Tune in for another Manga Monday packed with One Piece Chapter 1196 theories, Sanji power-scaling debates, and more MAD and Choujin X!
October 24 · 2 hr 9 min
Who Had the BEST Training in the Big Three? + Naruto Live-Action News
This week on the Freestyle Anime Podcast, the crew reacts to the latest Naruto live-action movie news and discusses Masashi Kishimoto's plans for a new manga. What could the future hold for the creator of Naruto? Next, the guys debate which of the Big Three—Naruto, One Piece, or Bleach—had the best training arcs and revisit some of the most legendary fights in anime history. Finally, the crew takes on a $100 anime character challenge! With a limited budget, the guys must choose which anime characters will protect them while everyone else comes after them. Who builds the strongest team, and who's getting taken out first? Tune in for another episode packed with anime news, debates, legendary battles, and heated picks from the FSAP crew!
October 23 · 2 hr 15 min
Manga Monday: One Piece 1195, MAD & Choujin X
This week on Manga Monday, the Freestyle Anime Podcast crew breaks down One Piece Chapter 1195, sharing their reactions, theories, and predictions on what could happen next in the story. Next, the guys and live chat dive into two new manga series! First up is MAD, a sci-fi manga that has the crew and chat hooked and excited to read the next chapter on Manga Monday. Then the crew explores Choujin X, diving into its story and sharing their first impressions. Tune in for One Piece Chapter 1195 discussions, manga theories, and new manga discoveries with the FSAP crew!
October 21 · 2 hr 52 min
Black Clover Is BACK! | JoJo's Bizarre Adventure & Anime Hot Takes
This week on the Freestyle Anime Podcast, Rico, Ty, Cj, and Maal dive into the latest anime discussions, starting with the highly anticipated return of Black Clover and what fans can expect from the series. Next, the guys discuss JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, breaking down its unique power systems, creative character designs, and what makes the anime stand out. The crew also debates The Best Anime Generation, shares some anime hot takes, and discusses how different generations of anime fans view today's shows. Tune in for anime debates, hot takes, and plenty of laughs with the FSAP crew!
October 12 · 3 hr 3 min
Mushoku Tensei Gets CRAZY! & Naruto Bidding Wars
This week on Freestyle Anime Podcast, the crew breaks down the shocking final two episodes of Mushoku Tensei, debating Rudeus' controversial choices and the Man-God's manipulation. The guys also discuss the debut of Overgeared. Then, Anime Bidding Wars returns for Round 2: Naruto Edition! Watch as the crew bids on mystery Naruto characters to build their teams. Tune in for a packed episode of anime debates, reactions, and hilarious moments!
October 5 · 1 hr 51 min
How Strong Is Loki REALLY?! | One Piece Chapter 1193
Join Rico and Ty for Manga Monday as they break down One Piece Chapter 1193 and react to the first silhouette of Loki’s Hybrid Form. Where does Loki now rank among the strongest characters in One Piece, and what could his transformation mean for the rest of the Elbaf battle? The guys react to the full chapter, dive into the latest One Piece lore, and discuss Zoro vs. Sommers as Zoro works on using Conqueror’s Haki to target Sommers’ heart.
September 23 · 2 hr 28 min
Anime Bidding Wars X The Greatest Anime Wars EVER
Rico, Ty, Maal, and CJ are back with another episode full of anime debates and games! The crew goes through CBR’s list of the Top 10 anime wars, debating the rankings and adding their own favorite war arcs from across anime. Then Rico puts Maal on the spot about his My Hero Academia hate and reminds him of an old hot take: MHA is a Top 10 anime?! Finally, CJ introduces a new One Piece mystery character bidding game. Each player gets $21 to build a pirate crew, but there’s a catch—they have to bid based only on clues without knowing which character is up for grabs. Things get heated when the panel accuses one member of having infinite money after he somehow keeps bidding when his $21 should've been gone. Who built the best One Piece crew—and who was cheating the bank? Tune in to find out!
September 16 · 1 hr 55 min
Ichigo’s NEW Bankai x The Big Three’s Best Transformations
Rico, Ty, and Maal react to Ichigo’s new Bankai in Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War and break down how his latest transformation impacts the final battle against Yhwach. The crew discusses what the new Bankai means for Ichigo’s power and where it stands among his greatest transformations. Then the debate goes to the Big Three. The guys and the live chat compare Ichigo, Naruto, and Luffy’s recent transformations and rank which one had the biggest impact, best reveal, and overall hype. Which Big Three transformation takes the #1 spot? Tune in to find out who Rico, Ty, Maal, and the chat picked.
September 9 · 1 hr 34 min
The BEST Anime Coming in 2027 x Who Carried the Akatsuki?
Rico, Ty, and Maal break down the biggest anime coming in 2027, going through the upcoming lineup with the live chat and sharing which series they’re most excited to watch. Then the crew jumps into a live anime Q&A, debating Solo Leveling vs. Kaiju No. 8 and which series has received the bigger push from the anime industry. Finally, it’s time for some Naruto talk: Which Akatsuki member really carried the group? The guys make their picks, but do they agree? Tune in and see who the crew—and the chat—choose.
September 3 · 2 hr
One Piece World Top 100 Charcters Reaction!!
The F$AP Crew do Live Reaction Of One Piece Popularity list. Find Which character cause stir between Cj And Rico That Made Top 10!!
September 1 · 2 hr 10 min
Did Kakashi Surpass Itachi by the End of Naruto?
The FSAP crew is back from con weekend and breaks down their experience before jumping straight into the anime debates. Is Kakashi actually stronger than Itachi? Who was the weakest ninja at 13 years old? And could the real world survive the Naruto universe? Plus, the guys debate Pain vs. All For One, Naruto video game canon, and some wild Spider-Man and Batman matchups.
August 26 · 1 hr 19 min
Iruka vs Jiraiya: Who Had the Biggest Impact on Naruto?
The guys kick back for a late-night episode in Orlando during Animate! and jump into some heated anime debates. Who had the biggest impact on Naruto: Iruka or Jiraiya? Plus, they rank Naruto’s strongest clans, debate some wild matchups, and discuss whose death had the greater impact—Yamamoto or Netero.
August 24 · 59 min
The Best Anime Rivalry of All Time? | Animate! Orlando Q&A
The guys bring the Q&A to Animate! Orlando for Day 1 and 2, with rotating convention guests and crew members joining Rico. They debate Goku & Vegeta vs. Naruto & Sasuke for the best rivalry, the greatest anime mentor, and which underrated anime deserved more mainstream success. Plus, find out which crew member is ready to throw a chair at Rico for STILL not watching a sleeper anime they've recommended for years.
August 18 · 1 hr 51 min
Anime’s Best Undercover Characters x Top 10 Naruto Clans
Ty and Rico are back with another episode packed with anime debates, rankings, and versus battles! The guys rank the best undercover characters in anime before breaking down some of anime’s biggest villains into categories like Perfect Beings, Broken Heroes, Pure Evil, and Master Manipulators. Then it’s time for One Piece: If you could bring back only one deceased One Piece character, who would you choose? The guys make their picks and also discuss Luffy becoming a symbol of hope in Japan and the impact One Piece continues to have beyond anime. Next, it’s Zabuza vs. Kisame — which member of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen wins in a fight? Finally, Ty and Rico rank the Top 10 strongest and best clans in Naruto, debating which legendary clan deserves the #1 spot. Tune in to Freestyle Anime Podcast and see if you agree with the guys’ picks! Topics: Anime Debates • Naruto • One Piece • Luffy • Zabuza vs Kisame • Naruto Clans • Anime Villains • Anime Rankings • Anime Podcast Join Our Discord : https://discord.gg/rcSKjXapv
August 10 · 2 hr 30 min
The Greatest Spider-Man Movie of ALL TIME?!
On Today's episode the crew reviews the Record Breaking Blockbuster Film: Spider-Man Brand New Day! Does this movie cement Tom as the definitive version of everyone's favorite Webslinger? Is it worth all the hype!? Find out with the F$AP Crew as we discuss it all in detail.
August 5 · 1 hr 33 min
One Piece Chapter 1189: IMU Parrot Theory
In this episode the guys discuss the latest One Piece chapter. Rico blame's manga fans for underestimating Imu leading oda to show case why Imu is truly the king of the world! Tune in to hear the most believable theory ever!!

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