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Anime Brain Freeze

Anime Brain Freeze

Longtime anime fans John and CC discuss all the ups and downs of the shows they watched to their conclusion in each new season.

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01:32:23

Episode 95: Photon Fiction

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2020/07/01

CC starts off the episode by investigating why the eandearing characters of the otherworldly procedural In/Spectre can't save its lackluster plot. Then John wraps up the show by explaining why Phantasy Star Online 2: Episode Oracle stands head and shoulders above most other video game adaptions. Reviews: In/Spectre (1:31) Phantasy Star Online 2: Episode Oracle (27:32) Related Links: https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2020-02-20/.156632

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01:29:08

Episode 94: Dream Daddy

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2020/06/10

The gang unleashes the full force of their combined detective powers and tries to unearth the secret answer of why ID: Invaded fails to follow up on its promising setup. After that, they join a big Golem dad and his little human daughter in Somali and the Forest Spirit, on a life-changing journey that is about to test and strengthen the bonds of this unlikely family. Reviews: ID: Invaded (1:41) Somali and the Forest Spirit (47:51) Related Links:

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01:30:18

Episode 93: Easy Breezy

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2020/05/26

CC starts off this episode by saying a few words in memory of Zac Bertschy, the former executive editor of editorial content for Anime News Network, who recently passed away. Then John compares the two Anime adaptions of the light novel series Sorcerous Stabber Orphen and explains which version is worth your time. After that CC wraps up the show by reviewing Keep your Hands of Eizouken and talking about how the series managed to perfectly capture the creative process behind Anime production.

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02:57:49

Episode 92: Overdue Overhaul

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2020/05/12

John and CC return with full force to bring you some Anime-powered solace in these trying times. First they take a look at all the spring season premieres and talk about how the Covid-19 pandemic affected some of the new shows in the Sneak Peek. After that they get reacquainted with the gang from UA High School and discuss the ups and downs of the 4th season of one of their favorite shonen series: My Hero Academia. Sneak Peek: (2:56) Wave, Listen to Me! (4:59) Tower of God (10:54) Tamayomi: The

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03:14:39

Episode 91: Beast Laid Plans

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2020/02/24

Before saying goodbye for a while, the hosts wrap things up with an early jam packed season finale. First they discuss the recent Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2020 and highlight some of the winners, snubs and headscratchers from the selection. After a quick visit to the Chop 'n' Drop they then review the final series from Fall Season 2019 in the form of the feral high school drama Beastars. Last but not least they give out their own recurring award: Best of the Season. News: The Crunchyroll Anime

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01:54:03

Episode 90: Firestarter

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2020/02/09

The ABF gang has returned to cool you down and then heat you right back up. First CC follows the investigators from Babylon to unearth the many horrifying secrets that lurk in the shadows of a mayoral election. Then the hosts unleash their burning shonen hearts once again and join the colorful firefighting crew from company 8 to extinguish a plethora of infernal opponents in Fire Force. Reviews: Babylon (1:30) Fire Force (53:02) Related Links:

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01:28:13

Episode 89: Sticks & Stone

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2020/02/02

The hosts take turns on this episode and tackle three widely different shows. CC goes first and explains why the mix of tennis action and family drama in Stars Align is a winning combination. After that, John returns to the world of Granblue Fantasy and highlights some of the ups and downs in the second season of this popular cross media franchise. CC then wraps up the show by travelling 3700 years into the future and witnessing the rebirth of human civilization through the power of science and by

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02:08:06

Episode 88: To Valhalla

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2020/01/19

John and CC kick off the new Anime season as usual, by giving a nod to all the icy fresh premieres from Winter 2020 they did check out. After that they wrap up the episode by discussing one of the most promising manga-to-anime adaptions in recent years: Vinland Saga. Sneak Peek: (1:52) Seton Academy: Welcome to the Pack & A Destructive God Sits Next to Me (3:17) Oda Cinnamon Nobunaga (6:23) Hatena Illusion (9:14) Magia Record: Puella Magi Madoka Magica Side Story (11:55) Dorohedoro (14:48)

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01:30:59

Episode 87: Bonds

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2020/01/05

The two hosts dish out their last Review for Summer 2019 with Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and discuss if the stellar presentation can compensate for some of the show's narrative shortcomings. They also take a quick glance at the shows they didn't stick with in the Chop 'n' Drop and highlight their personal picks for Best of the Season. Chop 'n' Drop: (1:25) Review: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (13:16) Best of the Season: (1:10:01) Related Links:

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02:39:32

Episode 86: Decks & Dicks

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2019/12/22

John takes a deep dive into the entirety of the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise, leading up to his review of the newest iteration on the popular card battle Anime: Yu-Gi-Oh! VRAINS. After that, the two hosts wrap up this episode by talking about the buddy cop fantasy show Cop Craft and elaborate on why its surprisingly forward discussion of topics like immigration, racism and contemporary politics is handled better than they would have expected. Reviews: Yu-Gi-Oh! VRAINS (1:31) Cop Craft (1:45:55)

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01:53:58

Episode 85: Cursed Content

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2019/12/08

John kicks off this episode by taking a look at the isekai comedy series "Do You Love Your Mom and Her Two-Hit Multi-Target Attacks?" and explains why the show might try to follow in Konosuba's footsteps but ends up being a rather run-of-the-mill offering in that particular genre. After that, the hosts review the newest adaption of the popular manga "Fruits Basket" and reveal why there is more substance to this romantic comedy than the plot summary might suggest. Finally, the team wraps up this

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01:42:44

Episode 84: Deep Space Symphonies

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2019/11/24

In this episode the hosts unchain the power of SCIENCE! First John takes a stab at the scientific side of the Raildex Cinematic Universe and struggles to find anything interesting in what A Certain Scientific Accelerator says or does. Then the gang joins a bunch of high school kids on their involuntary trip into deep space and discusses why Astra Lost in Space is not only a riveting space adventure, but also an emotionally rewarding character drama. Last but most definitely not least, the two hosts

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01:27:12

Episode 83: Burning Hearts

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2019/11/03

The hosts unleash their romantic side and talk about three hot blooded Anime to light up the incoming cold winter nights. First CC elaborates on why O Maidens in Your Savage Season's surprisingly open and honest take on the pitfalls of five girls' developing sexuality, is a heartfelt tale worth to be told. Following that, John stays on the high school romance train and reviews Given, a gay love story about music, loss and the importance of opening your heart to the people who care about you the

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03:05:42

Episode 82: Might as well be on Mars

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2019/10/20

On their biggest episode yet, the hosts get back into their groove by quickly summing up their experiences at New York Comic Con 2019. Then they tackle all the fresh new premieres from Fall Season in the Sneak Peek to tell you what's hot and what's not. Last but not least, they get their asses to Mars and discuss the new Anime by acclaimed director Shinichiro Watanabe and explain why the musical road to success for Carole & Tuesday is a truly optimistic tale everyone should let into their heart.

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02:18:53

Episode 81: Big in Japan

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2019/09/29

On this gigantic episode of titanic proportions, the hosts kick things off by quickly talking about the shows that didn't make the cut in the Chop 'n' Drop. Then they equip their maneuver gear, take to the skies and chronicle all the many important events of Attack on Titan Season 3. Last but not least, they pick their favorite spring series in Best of the Season. Chop 'n Drop (1:22) Review: Attack on Titan - Season 3 (15:40) Best of the Season (2:07:11) Related Links:

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02:11:45

Episode 80: Masters of Puppets

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2019/09/08

The hosts try to break free from their strings by dismantling the absurd plot machinations and undercooked characters of the clownishly rushed horror action show Karakuri Circus. After that they go back to the very beginning of the Gundam franchise and discuss how Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin expertly chronicles the rise of one of the most iconic characters from that franchise: Char Aznable. Reviews: Karakuri Circus (1:20) Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (1:18:28) Related Links:

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01:40:54

Episode 79: A Night at the Edgelord Opera

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2019/08/11

CC dives back into the Isekai hole, unleashes the full potential of his Hate Skill Tree and tears the rancid Dumpster Fire that is The Rising of the Shield Hero to shreds. Then he and John move on to more golden pastures and discuss the fifth chapter of one of their favorite Anime franchises: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. Reviews: The Rising of The Shield Hero (2:02) JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind (43:52) Related Links:

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01:10:27

Episode 78: Lacking a Punch

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2019/07/28

The hosts begin this episode by talking about the horrible tragedy that befell Kyoto Animation on July 18, 2019. After that CC details the adventures of the three Kappa boys in Sarazanmai, the latest project from the mind of writer/director Kunihiko Ikuhara. Then John wraps up the show by kicking off the discussion of the lackluster sequel to the first series the gang ever reviewed on ABF: One Punch Man. News: Kyoto Animation arson attack (1:20) Reviews: Sarazanmai (12:03) One Punch Man -

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01:41:42

Episode 77: Body & Soul

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2019/07/14

To battle the hot summer heat, John and CC unleash all the cool Anime premieres they could get their hands on in the Sneak Peek. After that they travel back in time to the Sengoku period and discuss the demon-slaying adventures of the wandering samurai Hyakkimaru and his little sidekick Dororo. Sneak Peek: (1:20) Granbelm (2:00) To the Abandoned Sacred Beasts (4:30) Given (8:57) Dr. Stone (11:24) Do You Love Your Mom and Her Two-Hit Multi-Target Attacks? (13:22) Lord El-Melloi II's Case Files:

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01:44:11

Episode 76: Down the Rabbit Hole

Anime Brain Freeze ·

2019/06/23

John and CC take a sightseeing tour of the underworld and almost lose their collective minds while tearing apart the trainwreck that is the third season of the iconic light novel adaption Sword Art Online. And since it's this season's final Anime Brain Freeze episode, there is also some Chop 'n' Drop and Best of the Season entries to discuss. Chop 'n Drop (1:51) Reviews: Sword Art Online: Alicization (15:34) Best of the Season (1:37:32) Related Links:

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