Anime Jam Session


Anime Jam Session is a 90+ minute weekly podcast hosted by DJ Ranma S, Mako-chan, and the resident staff writer Ari Rockefeller. Join them as they discuss topics in regards to anime, cosplay, conventions, video games, along with pop culture, tech, and other anime related topics.

On tonight's show, Funimation grabs the Attack on Titan/Shingeki no Kyojin license, and possible simuldub like Yuri on ICE? Also, Attack on Titan gets a stage play! And what does Hayao Miyazaki has to say about anime now? What's up with pole dancing and Yuri on Ice? And anime references in South Park? And a Dragon Ball Z spinoff with Yamcha? Then on the Open Forum Topic, we ask what was one of the best and worst holiday gifts you've ever gotten?! And wrapping things up in Strange News in Japan, is PPAP borderline harassment? Serial hair snipper arrested, and Kamen Rider apprehends a voyeur?

Podcast by - 12/15/2016 9:37 PM Comments (0)

On tonight's show, we discover some new Cardcaptor Sakura merchandise, and Shokugeki no Soma gets a new promo video! Has Hideaki Anno lost his mind? He sues his old studio he co-founded Studio Gainax! Anime themed sake, and the giant Gundam is coming down... Live action Pokémon gets a director, and here's a list of anime Christmas tunes to listen to! And on tonight's Open Forum Topic, what Christmas song do you like to listen to? And wrapping things up on Strange News in Japan, we have an update on Domino's Pizza Japan and their reindeer, a man send his bullies trash, and another man wins a lawsuit because he doesn't know how to use a coat?

Podcast by - 12/8/2016 9:37 PM Comments (0)

On tonight's show, Digimon Adventure Tri. fourth movie plot is revealed! Animes are nominated in the annual Annie Awards, and we have a brand new Cardcaptor Sakura anime! And what's Gainax planning? Is it a new Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt season two? Toonami Asia get a slew of new English dubs, and Japanese fans pick the cutest Chinese anime and video game girls! And then on the Open Forum Topic, we ask you, who's the cutest, or one of the cutest anime girls! And then wrapping things up on Strange News From Japan... Ice rink uses 5000 dead fish for decoration, real life Hentai Kamen runs amok in Tokyo, and two men arrested for extorting money from a guy filming upskirt videos?

Podcast by - 12/1/2016 9:37 PM Comments (0)

On tonight's show, other manga artists get in on Yuri on Ice, official live action Full Metal Alchemist trailer is up with a countdown, Sailor Moon R hits the theaters, trailer for Ghost In The Shell drops, Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz returns for a short time, Hayao Miyazaki is back for one more run, and another Love Live! School Idol Project poll! And then we ask in the Open Forum Topic, what anime would you like to see Hayao Miyazaki work on? And wrapping things up on Strange News from Japan, a foot licker is arrested, another toilet paper poll, and a stupid student stopped a ride?

Podcast by - 11/24/2016 9:37 PM Comments (0)

On tonight's show, other manga artists get in on Yuri on Ice, official live action Full Metal Alchemist trailer is up with a countdown, Sailor Moon R hits the theaters, trailer for Ghost In The Shell drops, Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz returns for a short time, Hayao Miyazaki is back for one more run, and another Love Live! School Idol Project poll! And then we ask in the Open Forum Topic, what anime would you like to see Hayao Miyazaki work on? And wrapping things up on Strange News from Japan, a foot licker is arrested, another toilet paper poll, and a stupid student stopped a ride?

Podcast by - 11/17/2016 8:37 PM Comments (0)

On tonight's shortened and special episode, we talk about Dragon Ball Super being licensed! And what's new with Cardcaptor Sakura? Rorouni Kenshin spinoff gets a new main character? And Universal Studios ends up with live action rights to Voltron, with David Hayter helming the script? Then we ask in the Open Forum Topic, what anime characters would you want as president and vice-president? Then wrapping it up in Strange News From Japan, threats over a Pokémon GO driving ban, an udon restaurant owner arrested for throwing leftovers out in park, and chocolate nipples?

Podcast by - 11/13/2016 1:58 PM Comments (0)

In this episode, a local NYC gospel choir sings Cruel Angel's Thesis, the opening from Neon Genesis Evangelion! Also, a list of horror anime to watch! A seiyuu's album was recalled, real figure skaters endorse Yuri on ICE, Tokyo Comic Con says, "our bad", and an idol singer goes on voluntary house arrest due to a rape threat. Then over in the Open Forum Topic, we ask you if Halloween costumes have gone too far. And wrapping things up in Strange News From Japan, a monk is arrested for using fake money on a date, a foreigner accused of shoplifting due to engrish, and Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen gets a cafe?!

Podcast by - 11/3/2016 9:38 PM Comments (0)

In this episode, the hosts talk briefly about the Video Game Actor's Strike, then IchigoGami joins us, tells us about her trip to RuffleCon two weeks ago. Then we ask you all on the Open Forum Topic, what Pokemon should have a theme song? And then wrapping things up in Strange News From Japan, Hyde dresses as Harley Quinn, causing fans to lose it, Edo themed sushi joint, expensive poisoned apples, and then a man arrested for stock piling ninja stars?

Podcast by - 10/28/2016 7:22 PM Comments (0)

In this episode, DJ Ranma S and Ari Rockefeller discuss the convention that was Another Anime Convention! And if time permits, the hosts talk about some awesome Neon Genesis Evangelion clothing and a Power Rangers / Justice League mashup! On the Open Forum Topic, we ask about changes in convention and hotel rules, and how they affect your convention experience. And wrapping things up on Strange News in Japan, IT infrastructure becomes cute anime girls, ninja hand signals as stress releasers, and electronic drumming pants?!

Podcast by - 10/20/2016 10:27 PM Comments (0)

On tonight's show, we give you some New York Comic Con recaps with VIZ Media! Also, what's the 411 on Voltron Legendary Defender? Also, details emerge on the upcoming Captain Harlock, Death Note, and Bleach live action films, but what is going on with Bleach tho? Is the fandom not happy? And a member of a an idol group ends up at the wrong train station? Also, we ask on tonight's Open Forum Topic, what anime series would you like to see revamped with an updated storyline and lore? And wrapping things up in Strange News From Japan, a new dating sim for women, with some horsing around, new and interesting bathroom signs, and racism at a sushi restaurant?

Podcast by - 10/13/2016 11:28 PM Comments (0)