The Power of God and Anime Podcast returns! Even if you’re not at that stage of life yet, Mike suggests working toward being the godly husband and man you intend to be. And he looks to the might hero, All Might, for how he demonstrates some of these qualities (and how he doesn’t). That, plus… Read More The Power of God and Anime, Episode 44: A Godly Dad and Husband Like All Might
Can anime point us toward truth? At Anime Matsuri 2026, I joined Tiff from Few of the Many for a discussion about the biblical themes woven throughout anime. Together, we explored how stories of redemption, sacrifice, forgiveness, perseverance, humility, hope, and reconciliation appear throughout the medium—and why those themes resonate so deeply with audiences around… Read More Christian Themes in Anime at Anime Matsuri 2026
One of my favorite things about my favorite anime series, Oregairu, is that while it is, in one sense, a very traditional romcom, in another it stands by the boast of its full title: My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected. It’s something totally different. Part of that difference is how witty the… Read More Even Still, Hikigaya Hachiman Is Seeking Something More Genuine than Secularism
SPOILERS ahead for Spider-Man: Brand New Day! … .. . You’ve been warned! … .. . Really! … .. . I am loving the casting for our newest MCU/X-Men character—and the film was lovely, too! ★ 【Shiren】 「 New friend! 」
As these cute illustrations show, it’s no easy being a teenager—this even without piloting a giant mecha and trying to save the Earth. ★ 【ちょじ】 「 碇は渡さへんで〜 // アスカと! // アスカと // 常々思っている 」
The newest manga from the creator of Dr. Stone, which introduces over-the-top tropes and characters into a Western setting, is among the series we’re looking at on Reader’s Corner this week! In addition to volume one of The Marshal King, we’re also reviewing the latest volumes of D.N.Angel, Once Upon a Witch’s Death, and more!… Read More Reader’s Corner: The Marshal King (Vol. 1), Seeds of Anxiety* (Vol. 1), A Witch’s Life in Mongol (Vol. 3)
There’s something special about seeing a modern Japanese creation (Hatsune Miku) drawn against a classic Japanese art background. Lovely! ★ 【箱hako】 「 🏄♀️ 」
Wait wait wait…did NERV merchandise the Evas? ★ 【びーこ】 「 👕 」
Interested in watching thoughtful, human-centered conversations with people connected to anime?
Watch Something Genuine, our interview series that cuts through the noise and focuses on the people behind the costumes, in front of the mics, and watching anime, just like you and me. Season two premieres on May 27th.