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.
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208 - [WEEB] Love Gooooooold
Episode 208
Sunday, 30 November, 2025

Masterpiece or Just Weird? Golden Kamuy Season 1 Anime ReviewThe hunt is on as, this week, AniPro reviews the treasure hunting historical fiction anime: Golden Kamuy! Tune in to find out if the show truly is as golden as people say, or if it's just a lump of miso.Also, Cole's splitting peas, Mike's catching a flight, Jay's VERY tired, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro: Episode Preview & Banter 04:42 - Airport Etiquette: How Early Should You Arrive? 14:27 - Sleep Cycles, Naps, and Waking Up Naturally 21:52 - The Great Split Pea Soup Debate 26:39 - Listener’s Choice Reveal: The Mecha Genre Nominees 36:50 - Mailbag: Celebrating American Thanksgiving in Canada 40:12 - Sponsor: TokyoTreat & Sakuraco 43:17 - Golden Kamuy Season 1 Review: Plot Summary & Premise 52:06 - Initial Comparisons: A Mature One Piece or Avatar? 56:29 - Character Dynamics: Sugimoto and Asirpa 1:01:38 - The Unhinged Villains of the 7th Division 1:06:10 - Production Quality & The Infamous CGI Bears 1:10:11 - Balancing Tones: Graphic Violence vs. Comedy 1:22:11 - Pacing: The Interweaving Factions & Episodic Storytelling 1:35:08 - Final Verdicts & Ratings 1:41:43 - Outro: Upcoming Reviews & CreditsSupport AniPro:Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/AniProPodMailbag – https://anipropod.com/mailbagTokyoTreat ($5 off) – Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 off your first #TokyoTreat box: https://team.tokyotreat.com/AniProFollow & Subscribe:X (Twitter) – https://twitter.com/AniProPodInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/anipropodDiscord – https://discord.gg/dV5tMCWvM7Next Reviews:Anime – Elfen Lied → Now and Then, Here and ThereManga – Ichi the Witch → Black Torch Music & Credits:Opening Theme – “Shibuya” Bumper Track – "Retired Betamax" by "Pandicio Del Toro"Music licensed via – slip.streamEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us!