AniPro Podcast

Author: Anime Protagonist Podcast

AniPro Podcast is your weekly go-to for anime, manga, and Japanese pop culture. Hosted by Cole, Mike, and Jay, we spotlight classic anime, debate the hottest seasonal shows, dive into manga, and explore the culture behind it all. No gatekeeping, no drama, just three passionate nerds with lively, thoughtful discussions and the occasional gaming detour. Whether youre a longtime fan or new to anime, AniPro is your enthusiastic and welcoming guide to Japanese entertainment.
Be a guest on this podcast

Language: en

Genres: Animation & Manga, Leisure

Contact email: Get it

Feed URL: Get it

iTunes ID: Get it

Get all podcast data

Listen Now...

218 - The Fifth Annual [WEEB]ies
Episode 218
Sunday, 8 February, 2026

2025 Anime Awards - Anime of the Year, Best Girl & Our Teeny Tiny TrophyOver the past few weeks, you've voted, and now it's time! It's the fifth annual WEEBie awards: the annual AniPro awards show that will determine what the best anime had to offer truly was! From best OP, to best girl, to Anime of the Year, this is a show you're not going to want to miss!Also, a winner is crowned, one of us is out of touch, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction & The 5th Annual WEEBie Awards05:26 - How the Voting Works09:03 - Explaining "Out of Touch" Points & The Teeny Tiny Trophy13:06 - Biggest Flop of 202518:08 - Best Opening Sequence23:26 - Best Ending Sequence29:29 - Best Direction37:00 - Visuals in Anime45:00 - Best Studio53:52 - Question of the Week: Was Kirby named after a vacuum? & Ad Break58:32 - Best Girl01:08:36 - Best Boy01:14:48 - Best Duo01:22:01 - Most Fun Anime01:28:09 - Most Underrated Anime01:35:47 - Anime of the Year01:43:08 - The "Out of Touch" Award01:47:51 - Teeny Tiny Trophy Presentation01:51:39 - Upcoming ReviewsSupport AniPro:PatreonMailbagTokyoTreat (Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 off)Follow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When DrunkAnime: Now and Then, Here and ThereGame: Needy Streamer OverloadTV: One Piece Live ActionCredits: Opening: “Shibuya” | Music via slip.stream & Break Music by AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us!