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PODCAST

Baka Banter Anime Podcast

Ionatan Kuperwajs and Ravi Pancholi

Baka Banter is a deep dive into the world of anime. Hosts Ionatan Kuperwajs and Ravi Pancholi break down the latest in anime through a critical lens, dish out their hottest takes, and sit down with guests from across the anime industry.

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All Episodes

02:17:03

Acceptance, Passion, and Cosplay Culture in 'My...

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/10/23

'My Dress-Up Darling' focuses on the art of cosplay to tell a heartfelt story about acceptance and passionately pursuing one's interests. Ionatan and Ravi dive deep into the series, discussing production notes behind the anime adaptation of Shinichi Fukuda's manga before breaking down how each season balances being a romantic comedy with the exploration of various otaku subcultures.

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02:38:54

Top Five Madhouse Anime

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2025/10/08

Madhouse has a long history marked by a remarkable collection of directors making some of the most beloved anime of all time. Ionatan and Ravi discuss the studio's founding by Mushi Production staff members and follow its trajectory into the present day. Then, they pick their top five Madhouse anime, from deeply meaningful works like 'The Tatami Galaxy' and 'Wolf Children' to a joint favorite of the podcast in 'Frieren.'

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01:49:25

'One Piece' and the Adventures of the Straw Hat...

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/09/24

'One Piece' is one of the largest franchises in anime and manga, following the journey of Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates as they search for the world's greatest treasure. Ionatan and Ravi dive deep into the series, continuing with the Sky Island saga by breaking down the Jaya and Skypiea arcs.

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02:32:29

The Anime Fight Tournament Bracket

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/09/10

Ionatan and Ravi are back for another tournament arc, this time filling out an anime fight bracket! They discuss what components make up a standout anime fight before debating which of the top 32 anime fights deserves to come out on top.

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02:01:10

Summer 2025 First Impressions

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/08/13

Ionatan and Ravi give their thoughts on every show they're watching this summer! They discuss everything from sequels for 'Dandadan' and 'My Dress-Up Darling' to anime of the year contenders like 'The Summer Hikaru Died' and 'City the Animation.'

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02:34:59

The Ultimate Guide to Light Novel Adaptations

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/07/16

What makes a good anime adaptation of a light novel? Ionatan and Ravi discuss the history of this form of literature in Japan before giving their personal recommendations for the best light novel adaptations that the medium has to offer. They cover personal favorites such as 'Bakemonogatari' and 'KonoSuba' as well as more recent adaptations like 'Too Many Losing Heroines!' and 'The Apothecary Diaries' among various other picks.

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02:04:47

Top Five Shinichiro Watanabe Anime

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/07/02

Shinichiro Watanabe is considered an auteur of anime because of his evocative use of music, exploration of mature themes, and blending of multiple genres. Ionatan and Ravi discuss his career by picking their top five Shinichiro Watanabe anime, from classics such as 'Cowboy Bebop' and 'Samurai Champloo' to more recent productions like 'Kids on the Slope' and 'Space Dandy.'

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02:23:55

'One Piece' and the Adventures of the Straw Hat...

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/06/11

'One Piece' is one of the largest franchises in anime and manga, following the journey of Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates as they search for the world's greatest treasure. Ionatan and Ravi dive deep into the series, continuing with the Alabasta saga by breaking down every arc from Reverse Mountain to Alabasta.

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02:22:28

Spring 2025 First Impressions

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/05/28

Ionatan and Ravi give their thoughts on every show they're watching this spring! They discuss an incredibly diverse season of anime including highly anticipated series like 'Lazarus' and 'Witch Watch,' pleasant surprises like 'Wind Breaker' and 'Kowloon Generic Romance,' and outstanding productions like 'Yaiba' and 'Mono.'

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02:50:59

Recapping Japan 2025

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2025/05/14

Ionatan and Ravi discuss highlights from their recent trips to Japan! They break down the cultural experiences, food, and adventures from a total of six incredible weeks visiting various places throughout the country.

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01:54:05

Cartooning and Creating Video Essays (ft. PaperDawN)

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/04/16

Ionatan and Ravi are joined by PaperDawN, a cartoonist and graphic designer, to discuss his career as an artist. They break down the creative process for a variety of illustration work, the experience of attending conventions as an artist, and his webcomic. Then, they talk about his YouTube channel and its focus on video essays.

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01:48:11

The Spring Anime Special

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2025/04/02

Ionatan and Ravi prepare for the upcoming months with a spring anime special! They begin by discussing their feelings about spring and giving some background on the seasonal customs in Japan. Then, they pick their favorite springtime anime series and movies to watch this time of the year including 'The Tale of the Princess Kaguya' and 'I Want to Eat Your Pancreas.'

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02:15:35

The Ultimate Guide to Anime Sequels

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/03/19

What anime is most deserving of a sequel that hasn't received one? Ionatan and Ravi discuss which aspects of a series dictate whether they'd like to see a continuation produced or not before giving their personal selections for highly desired sequels in the medium. They cover action-filled franchises like 'Jojo's Bizarre Adventure' and 'Magi' as well as other favorites like 'Chihayafuru' and 'Black Lagoon' among various other picks.

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02:12:56

Top Five Science Saru Anime

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2025/03/05

Science Saru are responsible for some of the most creative and visually appealing anime in the medium, often working with talented directors and a global staff to bring these works to life. Ionatan and Ravi discuss the studio's founding by Masaaki Yuasa and Eunyoung Choi as well as the direction it has taken in the years since then. Then, they pick their top five Science Saru anime, from personally impactful works like 'The Night Is Short, Walk on Girl' and 'Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!' to more

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02:12:06

Moral Ambiguity and the Afterlife in 'Death Parade'

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/02/19

'Death Parade' is an exploration of the moral ambiguity that comes with attempting to judge human life after death. Ionatan and Ravi dive deep into the series, discussing the short film that it's based on as well as how it attempts to balance an episodic format containing various independent narratives, lore and worldbuilding, and fulfilling character arcs for its protagonists.

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01:42:05

Winter 2025 First Impressions

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/02/05

Ionatan and Ravi give their thoughts on every show they’re watching this winter! They discuss sequels for 'Solo Leveling' and 'The Apothecary Diaries,' underwhelming adaptations and originals like 'Sakamoto Days' and 'Zenshu,' and a few hidden gems such as 'Flower and Asura.'

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02:29:08

2024 Anime Review

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/01/22

Ionatan and Ravi take a look back at anime in 2024! They give their final thoughts on each season from the previous year, compare between different annual anime awards, and pick their winners for each award category from best opening to anime of the year.

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02:16:22

'One Piece' and the Journey of the Straw Hat Pirates:...

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2025/01/08

'One Piece' is one of the largest franchises in anime and manga, following the journey of Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates as they search for the world's greatest treasure. Ionatan and Ravi dive deep into the series, starting at the beginning with the East Blue saga. They outline their plans for covering Eiichiro Oda's story in its entirety, share their personal experiences with 'One Piece,' and break down every arc from Romance Dawn to Loguetown.

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02:14:09

Baka Mailbag, Vol. 4

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2024/12/25

Ionatan and Ravi round out 2024 by answering listener questions from the mailbag. They discuss their least favorite anime, guests they would love to interview for an episode, their ideal anime productions, and much more! Then, they take a look back at the fourth year of the podcast.

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02:26:19

The Popularity of Anime Song from 'Astro Boy' to 'Idol'

Baka Banter Anime Podcast ·

2024/12/11

Anime song is a genre of music originating from Japanese pop and released primarily for the anime market. Ionatan and Ravi break down the history of anime song, from early influences resulting in the theme for 'Astro Boy' to the massive global popularity of tracks such as 'Homura' and 'Idol' in recent years. Then, they discuss the production process for anime opening and ending sequences, including the logistics for music selection and the accompanying animation, and rank their top five openings and

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