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2AM OTTACK! - Anime Manga Podcast -

OTTACK! PODCAST

Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our distinct perspectives as a born-and-raised Japanese non-otaku and 30+ year American anime otaku! Get to know more about Japan and Japanese words from anime/manga at the end of each episode. ◎All the links: https://linktr.ee/OTTACK_PODCAST 3AM オタック！!: https://open.spotify.com/show/3g0RUBdSIyycbujPMUHTAH?si=8e65e49c21374e42 #anime #animepodcast #ottack #ottackers #manga

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00:26:14

#56 Kowloon Generic Romance - Clone Dreamin'

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2025/06/17

In this episode, we weigh in on the most recent developments in Kowloon Generic Romance, the relationship between the manga and the anime (and the dangers of adapting a work that's still in progress), the relationship between "originals" and "generics", why some people can see Kowloon and some can't, the emotions of the different characters, and what the "absolute self" really is. Discover who our favorite characters are (and why!) and why Mayu thinks Cisco might be a Zirconian. Hit us up in the

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00:30:07

#55 Magical Tunes from Witch Watch!

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2025/06/10

In this episode, we talk about the opening and ending themes from this season's most bewitching anime, Witch Watch! Since we were deprived of getting to see (and hear!) them during the theatrical "Witch Watch Watch Party," find out how we feel about the series's music and all-important opening and ending animations! Includes a bonus digression into the Japanese music industry's reliance on physical media (CDs) and slowness to adopt digital music (relative to other East Asian

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00:22:22

#54 Moonrise: Moonriiiiiiiight. Okay.

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2025/06/03

In this episode, we explore Netflix's original 18-episode anime series, Moonrise. We discuss the awesome music, extraordinarily confusing plot, compelling character designs, and our thoughts about the series overall. Not sure what the heck was going on? Eager to know more about the series' origins? Listen and find out!Chapters00:00 Introduction to Moonrise01:26 Summary of the Story03:16 Character Design and Music07:27 Themes and Plot Analysis17:23 Overall Impressions and

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00:31:22

#53 The Darwin Incident: An Incidental Dar-Win

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2025/05/27

In this episode, we avoid cringey Gen Z puns while talking about The Darwin Incident. We explore veganism, the epidemic of mass shootings in America, the concept of animal rights, and how the United States is perceived from abroad. Not sure what a humanzee is, or whether there's ever actually been one? Find out by listening!Chapters00:00 Introduction to The Darwin Incident02:59 Major Themes of The Darwin Incident04:56 Animal Rights and Veganism09:54 How Other Countries See America14:37 A

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00:22:15

#52 Apothecary Diaries: Magic Ice Cream!

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2025/05/20

In this episode we talk about the Apothecary Diaries (again!), this time examining the phenomenon of "magic" engraved mirrors and the history of ice cream. How does a magic mirror work? Who has the best claim to the invention of frozen creamy desserts - China, Persia, or England? What's a yuurei? Listen now and find out!Chapters00:00 Introduction to Episodes 38-42 of The Apothecary Diaries01:40 Episode 38: Dancing Ghosts and Magic Mirrors05:52 Episode 39: The Ice Cream Mystery11:32

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00:31:54

#51 The Rose of Versailles - Fact or Fiction?

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2025/05/13

In this episode we talk about the 2025 feature-length anime The Rose of Versailles. In addition to our opinions about this version of the story, we talk about the historical people who inspired the characters, which parts are real and which are fiction, and the far-reaching influence of Riyoko Ikeda’s original 1970s manga. Brush up on your knowledge of 1780s France by joining us for this conversation!0:00 Introduction 03:01 Introduction to The Rose of Versailles 08:19 Marie Antoinette IRL 16:03

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00:23:54

#50 To Be Hero X - Social Media Heroics

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2025/05/06

In this episode we introduce To Be Hero X, a new Chinese-Japanese anime collaboration with an original story and star-studded Japanese voice cast. We examine the mash-up of visual styles (which mixes 2D and 3D), talk about its time slot in Japan (replacing One Piece!), and opine on the series’ central conceit, which is that a hero’s social media popularity and people’s faith in them is what determines their power(s). Learn about the Japanese term for hero and where we think the show might go

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00:27:02

#49 Yaiba-ck to the Future: 80s/90s Anime Remakes

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2025/04/29

In this episode we discuss the recent Netflix remake of the 90s anime Yaiba! Samurai Legend, speculate about why 80s/90s remakes are so popular currently, and ponder the differences between remakes and reboots. What is a "yaiba" anyway? Find out in this week's 2 AM OTTACK!...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our

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00:29:37

#48 Kowloon Generic Romance - Thrilling Romance or...

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2025/04/22

In this episode we discuss our reactions to the first two episodes of the new anime Kowloon Generic Romance, the nature of nostalgia, the history of Kowloon Walled City, the theme songs, and the voice actors. Learn how to pronounce Kowloon in three languages, and how to talk about nostalgia in Japanese!0:00 Opening Talk 02:17 Introduction to Kowloon Generic Romance 08:56 Where Does “Nostalgia” Come From? 13:15 Pronunciation of “Kowloon” & the History of Kowloon Walled City 21:57 Voice Actors,

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00:29:01

#47 Apothecary Diaries S2: Guns, Baths, and “Frogs”

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2025/04/15

In this episode we talk about the end of the first cour of the second season of Apothecary Diaries, the history of firearms in China (and elsewhere), world bathing cultures, and the importance of consent. What the heck do those things have to do with the Apothecary Diaries? Listen and find out!...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them

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00:30:30

#46 Solo Leveling Ep 1 "I'm Used to It"...

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2025/04/08

In this episode we give our honest reactions to the first episode of Solo Leveling *as we watch it!* Join us as we question the story’s internal logic, Mayu repeatedly tells Cisco to stop talking (is this a podcast or isn’t it?!), and Cisco tries to give the protagonist unhelpful advice. Listen while watching along, or enjoy our incomprehensible non-sequiturs if you don’t!0:00 Opening 3:10 Watching Solo Leveling with Commentary 27:04 Post-Episode

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00:28:43

#45 Witch WachーWhich Watch? Witch Watch!

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2025/04/01

In this episode, we talk about attending the “Witch Watch” Watch Party / screening of the first three episodes in an LA theater. We discuss our reactions, expectations for the series, and thoughts about the opening and ending theme songs! We introduce a word of the day that appears in a huge variety of rom-com anime shows, and spill the beans about the truth of our watch party experience!0:00 Opening02:09 The “Witch Watch” Screening Experience 19:13 Word of the day! ー幼馴染 / Osananajimiー22:33 OP

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00:31:13

#44 Orb: On the Movements of the Earth – The Final...

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2025/03/25

In this episode, we bid farewell to talking about what’s obviously been our favorite anime of this season – Orb: On the Movements of the Earth. We break down the final episode’s content and meaning, especially the biggest question: what’s going on with Rafal?! We also talk about Sakanaction’s new music video for the opening theme song, introduce a new word of the day, and definitively answer the question of what must be given up to obtain the truth of this world. 0:00 Opening 1:43 Breakdown of Ep

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00:24:58

#43 Orb: On the Movements of the Earth: Basically, I...

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2025/03/17

In this episode we return to Orb: On the Movements of the Earth to marvel at how unexpectedly right Cisco was about the plot; define, explain, and explore the Greek terms introduced by the most recent episodes; introduce a new Japanese Word of the Day; and give some predictions about where the show might go in its last episode! Feel free to argue, compare notes, or correct us in the comments!Other Orb: On the movements of the earth episodes

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00:37:37

#42 Blue Water: The Secrets of Nadia (and Gainax)

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2025/03/10

In this episode we talk about the classic 1991 anime Fushigi no Umi no Nadia aka Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water. From the secret politicking behind the scenes to the connections to other classics like 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and Neon Genesis Evangelion, find out lots more about this awesome show and its untoppable theme song!0:00 Opening 02:24 Introduction to Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water 05:53 Character Analyses: Nadia and Jean 16:08 Behind the Scenes: Laputa: Castle in the Sky Similarities

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00:35:30

#41 The Apothecary Diaries: Mao? Mao. Mou? Nyan!

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2025/03/04

In this episode we return to The Apothecary Diaries to discuss the second season, why having a conversation with Japanese people that includes Chinese names can be extremely difficult, notable challenges to patriarchy in Chinese history, and how color blindness could help you solve a maze! Find out more by listening!0:00 Opening04:28 Fun facts about Japanese and English readings of Chinese proper nouns08:03 Mao Mao’s Books / History of Printing in China 15:51 Caravans and “The West” 19:14 Tang-Era

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00:33:54

#40 Orb: Pb + Milgram Experiment + Songwriting =...

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2025/02/25

In this episode, we talk more about Orb: On the Movements of the Earth, examining lead's use in plumbing (and the etymological connection there), the nature of evil and responsibility for state- or church-sanctioned violence, the absolute banger-ness of Sakanaction's full version of Kaiju, and other topics related to the most recent three episodes of the show! Learn something new and geek out with us about how good Orb is!0:00 Opening02:45 Ep. 20 Jolenta and Nowak, Father / Daughter Missed

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00:30:51

#39 Toxic Secrets of The Apothecary Diaries: Slavery...

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2025/02/18

In this episode, we talk about The Apothecary Diaries' fictional Chinese setting, they very real toxic plants that appear both there and in LA, how to tell whether someone is a bonafide eunuch or not, and why more weebs ought to be appreciating this show. Embrace your inner poison otaku!Chapters: 0:00 Opening02:57 The Apothecary Diaries’ Fictional Chinese Setting08:35 Poison Otaku Mao Mao12:27 Chinese History Time! 18:33 What Can Thornapple Do to You?24:26 Word of the Day - 薬 / Kusuri /

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00:33:15

#38 “Medalist” - The BEST figure skating anime you...

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2025/02/11

In this episode we talk about the excellent new anime Medalist, the plot of the first few episodes, the opening and ending theme songs, and things that struck us as notable or weird about the show. Learn more about skating in Japan, giant flying worms, and why Japanese pronunciation sometimes winds up being extremely unfortunate.Chapter: 02:35 What is “Medalist”?07:23 “Medalist”: More Than Just a Sports Anime17:42 Unfortunate Figure Skating Technique Names in Japanese22:37 “Bow and Arrow” by

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00:28:37

#37 Medical Mystery Anime Ameku (MD: Doctor Detective)

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2025/02/05

In this episode, we talk about the new anime Ameku Takao’s Detective Karte (aka Ameku M.D.: Doctor Detective) and our reactions to it! What’s this show’s appeal? What do Okinawa and autism have to do with this? And why the hell is the ending theme song by the Gospellers? Find out the answer to *some* of these questions in this episode!...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well

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