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Gateway to Anime

Gateway to Anime

Gateway to Anime

Gateway to Anime is a podcast where anime megafans Sam, Charlie and Graeme guide you through the wild and wonderful world of anime. From current releases to classics this podcast is for anime fans both veteran and new.

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This week the gang get together to discuss all things anime villains.

From the misunderstood to the downright evil and dastardly, anime has a veritable smorgasbord of villains to choose from.

Sam, Charlie and Graeme talk through their favorite villains, what makes them interesting and what makes them bland.

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This week the gang get together to talk about our favorite (and least favorite) anime protagonists. What makes a compelling one and what makes a poor one.

Sam goes through shonen protagonists and analyses their tropes and similarities, Charlie explains what makes shojo protagonists so interesting and Graeme loves Kagayama from Mob Psycho.

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This week Charlie and Sam are once again joined by returning guest and writer Gerald Lillywhite to talk through his favorite film maker, Hayao Miyazaki.

The gang deep dive into the unique way Miyazaki tells stories, as well as their favorite Ghibli films and what makes them so special.

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This week the gang discuss one of anime's most iconic tropes - The Tournament (and exam) Arc. Why is this trope so popular? From the Chuunin Exams to the Dark Tournament we cover all of our personal favourites with plenty to debate about. What is your favourite Tournament Arc?

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On todays episode Sam and Charlie are joined by very special guest Andrew Levins to dive into the fascinating history and legacy of iconic mangaka Osamu Tezuka.

Known as the "godfather of manga" Tezuka is the creator for some of the most famous and recognisable characters of all time including Astro Boy.

As an avid manga reader, Levins also kicks off a debate that all three feel passionate about: is Manga better than Anime?

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The gang get together to round-up the ultimately disappointing summer anime season and hype up the upcoming fall season.

With some huge heavy hitters returning in: Re:Zero, Bleach and Blue Lock, along with some incredibly exciting new shows like Dandadan and Uzumaki this season is looking very promising!

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Monster isn’t at the top of any anime lists. Whether this is due to its unconventional storytelling or darker cerebral tone , it’s these very same elements that set Monster apart from more popular anime as a rare masterpiece that doesn’t get enough attention.

A mature crime thriller from one of the best mangaka’s of all time (Naoki Urasawa), Monster offers great storytelling in a grounded setting. This makes it a different kind of gateway anime, appealing to fans of true crime and thriller stories who may otherwise never give anime a shot.

Despite being renowned as a masterpiece, Monster is often overlooked by anime fans. Returning guest Gerald Lillywhite is one of them, who joins the discussion fresh after finishing the series to offer his perspective as a writer.

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https://www.acmi.net.au/whats-on/mechafest/gateway-anime-live/

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This week we are chatting about our experiences with anime conventions both in Australia and overseas.

We are also so excited to be pairing up with SMASH! to announce one of their very special guests for this years convention.

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Charlie is out of town so Sam and Gray get together to review the year in anime to date, as well as look ahead at what is coming up.

The guys talk through their time at Australia's biggest anime convention, Smash! They then look at some of the biggest developments in the anime industry (including the JJK controversy), the new cannon movie trend, as well as talk through their favorite shows, biggest disappointments, most underrated shows, and best episode of the year so far.

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Sam, Charlie and Graeme get together one last time in 2024 to preview the upcoming 2025 winter anime season.

Thanks for an amazing year and we can't wait to join you all again in 2025 for all the best new anime recommendations as well as our deep dives into the classics.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Gateway to Anime have?

Gateway to Anime currently has 107 episodes available.

What topics does Gateway to Anime cover?

The podcast is about Leisure, Podcasts, Animation & Manga and Tv & Film.

What is the most popular episode on Gateway to Anime?

The episode title 'Episode 85 - Sam & Gray's Mid Year Anime Review - Demon Slayer, Jujutsu Kaisen, Frieren & More' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Gateway to Anime?

The average episode length on Gateway to Anime is 51 minutes.

How often are episodes of Gateway to Anime released?

Episodes of Gateway to Anime are typically released every 14 days, 1 hour.

When was the first episode of Gateway to Anime?

The first episode of Gateway to Anime was released on May 5, 2020.

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