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Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast

Remember game nights with your buddies? Where you played Smash all night and talk about what you have been watching and playing. That’s this podcast. The hosts are long time friends and family that get together in person every other Wednesday to discuss what anime, games, and movies they are loving or hating. Consider this your ticket to Los Angeles to come hangout with the crew of Taco Otaku.

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Ep 69: Summer Anime Review 2025

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/10/08

Enjoy that pumpkin spice latte as the boys debate who has the best anime of summer 2025. Also, Ray admits he is a fake gamer. Frank has fun learning about plants. Miles puts down a gacha games so he can play another gacha game.Things We Talked About this Episode: The Apothecary Diaries Donkey Kong Bananza Umamusume: Pretty Derby Honkai: Star Rail The House of Tesla Zutaboro Reijou wa Ane No Moto Konyakusha ni Dekiai sareru Food Court de, Mata Ashita. Clevatess: Majuu no Ou to Akago to Shikabane

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86:50

Ep 68: Demon Slayer Infinity Castle Spoilercast

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/09/24

Tanjiro and all the other Hashiras are back to entertain the podcast brothers. Will our heroes defeat evil MJ and conjure the box office? Also, Miles becomes a My Little Ponies fan. Ray gets lost in the infamous Shinjuku Station.Things We Talked About this Episode: Umamusume: Pretty Derby Donkey Kong Bananza Ray Plans for Tokyo Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle Time Markers: Teaser: 0:00 Intro: 0:31 Miles's Week: 3:48 Ray's Week: 10:46 Demon Slayer Movie:

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135:00

Ep. 67: Ghost in the Shell and Paprika Review

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/09/10

After a 9 month hiatus, a wild Andy appears on the podcast to talk about some anime classics that are absolute cinema. Also, Miles gets his full with Kirby on the Switch 2 and Ray admits he was wrong about about an anime review after 8 years.Things We Talked About this Episode: Cyberpunk 2077 Death Standing The Wire Kirby and the Forgotten Land The House of Tesla Lumines Arise Umamusume: Pretty Derby Nanbaka Ray's 10 Year Anniversary Ghost in the Shell (1995) Paprika (2006) Time

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113:36

Ep 66: My Dress-Up Darling Review (Season 1)

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/08/27

The smash hit anime romance from 2022 returns this summer 2025, but the TOP must first catch up on the events of season one. Will this cosplay affair be worth the wait? Also, Ray attempts to be a good YouTuber and Streamer. Miles literally can't buy a win down at the horse track. Frank goes ape over the newest released from Nintendo.Things We Talked About this Episode: Umamusume: Pretty Derby Ray's 10 year anniversary Mr. Robot Donkey Kong Bananza Octopath Traveler: Champions of the

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02:11:24

Ep 65: Superman and Fantastic Four Spoilercast

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/08/13

The boys beat the heat and go to the theaters to watch the biggest super hero blockbusters of 2025. It's DC versus Marvel all over again. Also, Miles heads down to the race track to put some money on the anime ponies. Frank shares cute tales of his family. Ray engages with another Sci-fi series while doing the DK rap.Things We Talked About this Episode: Zenless Zone Zero Umamusume: Pretty Derby Dr. Stone Season 4 DAN DA DAN Season 2 Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Donkey Kong Bananza Superman

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01:51:08

Ep 64: Summer Anime Preview 2025

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/07/30

Bring out your bikinis and beach balls! Today the Taco Otaku crew dive into the newest anime series from Summer 2025. Which anime shows will float to the top and which will get buried in the sand? Also, Miles unpacks a watermelon for summer festivals. Frank imagines winning 5 million dollars. Ray finally falls down the gacha rabbit hole.Things We Talked About this Episode: Zenless Zone Zero My Hero Academia Season 6 Spy x Family Code: White The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Ironheart New Podcast

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01:48:12

Ep 63: Lazarus and My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Review

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/07/16

The TOP crew went the extra mile to analysis 2 more anime series from spring 2025. Will the prequel to a modern battle shonen or the spiritual success to a 90s classic take home the gold? Also, Frank unlocks his quirk by switching to easy mode. Ray drives his car to victory during splatfest. Miles wins the opportunity to spend more money on his gacha games.Things We Talked About this Episode: Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster My Hero Academia Season 6 Splatoon 3 Barry Season 3 Re:Zero

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02:11:48

Ep 62: Spring Anime Review 2025

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/07/02

Before the lads go off to summer school, they must first determine the best anime of Spring 2025. Also, Frank attempts to master the Dempsey Roll. Miles swaps one addiction for another. Ray reverts to being a squid and inks up his territory.Things We Talked About this Episode: Maple Story Hajime no Ippo Zenless Zone Zero Splatoon 3 Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Predator: Killer of Killers From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman To Be Hero X Witch Watch Kowloon Generic Romance Time

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01:59:17

Ep 61: Nintendo Switch 2 Hands On Review

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/06/18

The hosts with the most are back after taking a short summer break. In this episode of Taco Otaku, the boys play with Nintendo's latest hybrid console to see if it worth the high price tag. Also, Miles prepares for his trip to Hawaii. Frank falls off the the wagon again. Ray gets flashbacks from previous console wars.Things We Talked About this Episode: Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name Mario vs. Donkey Kong Honkai: Star Rail Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning Karate Kid:

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01:09:14

Ep 60: The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in...

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/05/14

Why choose one genre of anime when you can have a two? Join Miles, Ray, and Frank as they travel to another world to save the day using their power of bonds. Also, Ray suffers from amnesia. Frank coaches his family. Miles pull himself back into the world of Yakuza.Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode: Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Prey Honkai: Star Rail Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Genshin

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02:09:25

Ep 59: Best Anime to Watch in Spring 2025

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/04/30

The boys review their list of shows to showcase their anime recommendations for newest season anime. Also, Ray shares his online war stories about getting his hands on a Switch 2. Frank reacts to the newest Nintendo Direct. Miles gets lost in a supernatural mansion and enters the world of Xbox Game Pass.Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode: Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door Devil May Cry (Netflix Series) Retail Pre-orders for Switch 2 Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive

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01:06:15

Ep 58: Nintendo Switch 2 Impressions

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/04/16

Brothers Miles and Ray get together to talk about their thoughts about the newly announced Switch 2 from the latest Nintendo Direct. Can Mario pull off another console miracle? Also, Ray fights his way to the top with his Yoshi. And Miles gets lost doing side quests as he waits to close the case.Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode: I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 years and Maxed Out My Level Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door Lost Judgment Daredevil Season 3 Nitnendo Direct

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02:29:54

Ep 57: Anime Winter 2025 Review

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/04/05

The spoiler talk returns to the podcast as the anime crew discuses their favorite shows from the winter anime season. Frank jumps back into his mecha thanks to the Switch. Miles pulls a GTO in the world of Yakuza. Ray watches cute girls do cute things and doesn't hate it.Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode: Genshin Impact Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Nitnendo Direct 3.27.25 Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Lost Judgment Daredevil Season 2 I've Been Killing Slimes for 300

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02:37:25

Ep 56: Waifu Wars 2025

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/03/19

The madness returns to the podcast as the boys do another Sweet 16 tournament bracket. Who will be win the title of best girl? Also, Frank turns to stone as he searches for his next game to play. Ray gets bored with sex and violence. Miles emerges from the shadows of Hell's Kitchen once again.Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode: Dr. Stone Monster Hunter Wilds Fire Emblem The Boys Season 4 Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door One Piece Daredevil Season 1 Honkai: Star Rail Fullmetal

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01:28:19

Ep 55: Dragon Ball Daima Review

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/03/10

Goku and his friends are back for a brand new journey across the strange demon world. Find out if this new series is super enough for 2025 Plus, Ray plays hooky so he can catch up to Gear Five. Frank becomes a punching wizard. Miles knocks every out as he talks about his waifus. Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door One Piece Shangri-La Frontier Stranger Things Mashle Zenless Zone Zero Honkai: Star Rail Dragon

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01:50:25

Ep 54: Squid Game Season 2

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/02/21

t's time to bust out those childhood games once again. Everyone's favorite Battle Royale is back! Plus, Frank becomes the cool uncle. Miles gets stuck on the space train. Ray compares the manga and anime versions of the Straw Hats.Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode: Trip to the Hospital Solo Leveling Dandadan Honkai: Star Rail Zenless Zone Zero Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (Movie) Indiana Jones and the Great Circle One Piece Squid Game Season 2 Time Markers: Teaser: 0:00 Intro:

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01:44:20

Ep 53: Winter Anime Preview 2025

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/02/05

A brand new year means brand new anime to watch. Today on TOP, the boys take a look at the current anime season and pass their one show for review. Plus, Miles puts on a new skin to impress his waifu. Frank catches up on his anime from Fall 2024. Ray dusts off his fedora and heads for Vatican City.Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode: Zenless Zone Zero Honkai: Star Rail Yakuza Fiancé Demon Lord 2099 That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Indiana Jones and the Great

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02:22:37

Ep 52: Fall Anime 2024 Review

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/01/22

It's time to bring out your favorite hot drink as we pour out our thoughts about the anime shows we picked from the fall 2024 season. Also, Ivan becomes a shinigami for 2025. Frank gets abandon on a remote island. Miles discovers if the best game of 2024 is worthy of the title. Lastly, Ray stars his own girls band as he sets off for the stars.Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode: Bleach Octopath Traveler II Colombian Vacation Genshin Impact Zenless Zone Zero Astro Bot Girls Band

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02:32:20

Ep 51: Best Game of the Year 2024

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2025/01/08

Happy New Year! Ring in the new year with the boys as they list their top 5 favorite games of 2024. Also, Miles catches the bus to see his digital monsters. Andy shoots the glasses for the first time. Frank sees his own shadow at the theaters. And Ray receives a Christmas miracle so he can game again in 2025.Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode: Digimon Adventure Zenless Zone Zero Echoes of Wisdom Die Hard GTA: San Andreas Joker: Folie a Deux Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Mufasa: The

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02:02:02

Ep 50: Top 5 Anime of 2024

Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast ·

2024/12/25

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! In this festive episode of Taco Otaku, the crew list their top 5 anime shows they watched in 2024. Which one will take best of the year? Also, Ivan finally enters the next level. Ray gets cold feet with an old friend. Frank becomes a pro on the go. Miles abandons our realty with a new purchase.Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode: Kena: Bride of Spirits Octopath Traveler II Ranma 1/2 COD: Black Ops 6 Guacamelee! Dexter: New Blood Hades Genshin

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