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Third Impact Anime is a bi-weekly podcast exploring the history, artistry, and community of anime, hosted by a group of fan con panelists that like to talk too much. Expect reviews of anime new and old, convention coverage, and special guest interviews. Learn more at www.thirdimpactanime.com
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Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
We hope you love this podcast episode as much as Noa loves Alphonse, but that's pretty unlikely. On this episode, we're reviewing 1988's Mobile Police Patlabor (OVA), our first Patreon request episode. Bill, Tobias, and Austin helm this review coming to you courtesy of our NERV Commander level patron, Drew H.! We want to thank Drew for pushing us to review Patlabor, a franchise we've all enjoyed for a few years but never had a chance to talk about. You can catch Drew over on his own podcast, Sideburns & Cigarettes, as well as on a previous episode of Third Impact Anime.
00:00:00 Intro & opening discussion about the Netflix One Piece trailer number 2.
00:14:16 Note from our Executive Producer for this episode, Drew H., about why he chose Patlabor (OVA) as his Patreon pick
00:18:04 Patlabor (OVA) background history, crew, and cast
00:30:08 Review and discussion
02:26:23 Outro
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Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Here's something a little different from us; a bonus episode! We haven't had a proper bonus episode since 2020, but we're back with another one. This time, Ryan sits down with three developers from Something Classic games, an indie game studio, to talk about their upcoming JRPG-inspired game Quartet! They chatted about how the team came to be, their history with JRPGs, the trials and tribulations of game development, how they feel about IHOP, and of course, we asked them about anime. Their answers might surprise you!
Thanks so much to Peter, Patrick, and Tyler for coming on the show. All music comes from the Quartet soundtrack.
Be sure and wish-list Quartet on Steam, download the demo (out now!), and buy it when it releases in Q1 2024. Also check out Something Classic's previous games Pillars of Dust and Shadows of Adam.
About Quartet: A series of unlikely train robberies. A mysterious deck of cards. A fleet of deadly airships. An accidental mage. Choose from four stories, in any order, and discover how they intertwine in this turn-based RPG.
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Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Another Animazement is successfully behind us (a whole month ago, if you can believe it) and here's our breakdown of all the great fun we had across those four shockingly chilly days in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. Hosted this time by Bill and joined by Sully, Austin, and Tobias. We talk about our panels followed by all the other cool stuff we got to do, like autographs and concerts, and talk about all the merch and art we bought. We can't thank both the convention and our amazing panel attendees enough for giving us another super special year.
00:00:00 Intro
00:09:00 Jimmy John's kid
00:11:32 Panel talk
01:38:35 "The rest of the con" talk
02:26:23 THANKS to our loyal Patrons! and Outro
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Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
This movie kept us all on the edge of our three-legged seat. On this episode of the Third Impact Anime Podcast, we're reviewing the latest film from acclaimed anime director Makoto Shinkai, Suzume! How does it hold up against his previous works? Is Shinkai still trying to tell the same story or has he broken away from his traditional format? And what's up with all that product placement? Austin, Tori, Ryan, and Bill tell you all about it. Please enjoy!
00:00:00 Introduction
00:03:51 "Editing Austin" cuts in to make a comment on a portion of the episode that was removed because it lost its timeliness. You can listen to this cut portion by becoming a Patron! (it's worth it, but not for this)
00:04:46 Production background and cast
00:25:22 Suzume review and discussion
01:23:12 Outro
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Thursday Apr 13, 2023
Thursday Apr 13, 2023
Put your glasses on, nothing will be wrong! On this episode of the Third Impact Anime Podcast, we're reviewing the classic dark-fantasy anime series BERSERK, specifically the original 1997 adaptation by OLM covering the Golden Age Arc of the late Kentaro Miura's classic manga. Tobias, Austin, and Ryan are joined by frequent buddy and BERSERK super-fan, Will a.k.a. SwooshXBear, to talk about this incredibly influential and important series that we've never really talked about on the podcast before! Spoilers for the whole arc abound and do be aware that our conversation covers themes of violence, specifically sexual violence. Our convo is not crass but these themes do come up so listener discretion is advised.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:20:08 Cast and Production
00:57:55 Discussion
02:18:26 Final Thoughts
02:33:53 Outro
What did you think of BERSERK? What's your favorite piece of media that has been inspired by it? Let us know by sending us an e-mail at thirdimpactanime@gmail.com and we'll answer it on the show!
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Tuesday Mar 28, 2023
Tuesday Mar 28, 2023
OHAIYO GOZAIMASU! Watch out for passing trucks because we're reviewing the greatest zombie idol anime that takes place in Saga prefecture ever made, ZOMBIE LAND SAGA and its sequel season ZOMBIE LAND SAGA REVENGE. Austin and Bill take center stage on this one but they aren't alone! We welcome a very special guest to our idol troupe who you may know from their work on various visual novels, light novels, and manga series (links below) and their incredible work over at Anime Feminist, Cy Catwell! Cy was kind enough to join us for a review of one of their favorite idol series, and ours as well.
00:00:00 Intro and mini-interview with Cy about their translation work, living and working as a black person in Japan, and their role at Anime Feminist
00:32:57 ZOMBIE LAND SAGA production notes, cast & crew breakdown
00:57:50 ZOMBIE LAND SAGA S1 & S2 discussion and review
02:04:57 Outro
What did you think of ZOMBIE LAND SAGA? What do you possibly think the plot of the movie is going to be? Let us know by sending us an e-mail at thirdimpactanime@gmail.com and we'll answer it on the show!
You can connect with Cy on Twitter at @pixelatedlenses
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Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
Hoist your wine glasses towards the infinite sea of stars! On this episode, we are reviewing the 1982 space opera based on the iconic manga from Leiji Matsumoto, Space Pirate Captain Harlock: Arcadia of My Youth. The primary reason we're reviewing this is because back on February 13th, 2023, Leiji Matsumoto passed away at age 85. His manga are some of the most enduring and influential works of the medium, placing him up there with Tezuka and other greats. Sully had the chance to interview some scholars of his works back in 2021 (you can find those here) but we've never properly reviewed any of his works until now! We hope you enjoy our review and thanks to all the fine folks in our Discord who submitted their top 3 Matsumoto works lists!
00:00:00 Introduction, remembering Leiji Matsumoto, and reflecting on our personal histories with his work
00:30:16 Cast, Crew, & Production history
00:57:01 Captain Harlock: Arcadia of My Youth Review
01:44:57 Talking about the dub & our overall thoughts on the film
02:06:52 Outro
Do you agree or disagree with our takes on Arcadia of My Youth? Do you have any recommendations of Matsumoto works to review next? Send us an email at thirdimpactanime@gmail.com and let us know. We'll respond on a future episode!
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Monday Feb 06, 2023
Monday Feb 06, 2023
After a multi-year-long delay from our coverage of season 1, we're back to talk about the second season of BEASTARS. The adventures of Legoshi, Haru, Louis, and the rest of the Cherryton Academy animal teens continue as the mysteries of Tem's death and devouring are finally revealed. This episode is NOT spoiler free. We hope you enjoy it!
00:00:00 Introduction and opening question: With another Discotek Day having recently happened, what factors make you decide to purchase an anime on physical media?
00:16:48 BEASTARS S2 Production breakdown
00:30:19 Discussion
01:13:36 Are we still down for Season 3? and Outro
Do you disagree with our takes on BEASTARS S2 and want to yell at us for being full of it? Do you agree and want to vindicate us? Send us an email at thirdimpactanime@gmail.com and let us know. We'll respond on a future episode!
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Friday Jan 27, 2023
Friday Jan 27, 2023
As the incredible Fall 2022 anime season wrapped up a few weeks ago, Tobias and Bill chat about the shows they enjoyed and kept up with. Between returning sequels, anticipated manga adaptations, and totally unexpected gems, there's a LOT to cover! Also they answer an audience comment from our Secret Santa episode.
What did you think of the Fall 2022 anime season? What shows did we miss that we should go back and check out? Let us know by sending us an email at thirdimpactanime@gmail.com
00:00:00 Introduction
00:07:01 Audience Question
00:20:29 Chainsaw Man
00:31:30 Blue Lock
00:38:10 Spy x Family Season 2
00:52:03 Pop Team Epic Season 2
01:03:45 Do It Yourself!!
01:12:28 Urusei Yatsura 2022
01:22:31 Lupin Zero
01:27:41 Raven of the Inner Palace
01:31:41 Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury
01:39:40 Detective Conan: The Culprit Hanzawa
01:42:35 Bocchi the Rock!
01:55:12 Winter 2023 Look-Forward and Outro
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Monday Jan 16, 2023
Monday Jan 16, 2023
Apologies for the delay in publishing this episode–Bill got invited to a dinner party in Ul’dah and had a hell of time getting out of there! After reviewing the end of the A Realm Reborn patches, we switch over to the first half of the Alabasta saga, as the Straw Hat gang enters the Grand Line and picks up two new crewmembers. No reindeer games await them, however, as they face off against Wapol of Drum Island, and Tobias gets ready to see what happens when they finally reach Vivi’s homeland.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:04:09 Bill finishes ARR
00:12:54 Tobias starts the Alabasta saga
00:35:25 Further Discussion about Alabasta
00:56:17 Outro
Drop us a line via email: agrandlinereborn@gmail.com
Graphics for A Grand Line Reborn are created by Basil Berchekas III @itsbasiltime
If you enjoy this or any other episode, leave us a Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts!
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