Episodes

Dec 8

We've reached the end of the road folks. What an amazing anime trip it's been. Thank you so much for sharing this journey with us. While the podcast might be ending, this won't be the last you hear from us. Please enjoy our conversation after watching Cowboy Bebop: Knockin' on Heaven's Door, all while we reminisce about JeffJeff's Bizarre Adventure at large, and reflect back on nearly 3 years of anime recaps.

Oct 31

Note: we discuss a few story items that occur AFTER the 1997 anime series from 1:28:00 - 1:38:00 But make sure to listen to the rest of the podcast after those potential manga spoilers! Well, here we are. The end of the line. At least as far as the Berserk anime is concerned. The gang recaps the final three episodes in a super-sized finale. You never forget your first experiencing of the eclipse.

Oct 13

Guts has returned to The Band of the Hawk and shares a very special moment with Casca. But the romantics don't last long as the two must lead a rescue mission to free Griffith from some pretty dire circumstances.

Aug 20

Corkus speaks more than he should, Guts says goodbye, and Godot the blacksmith admits how horny sparks make him.

Aug 7

Griffith, you dastardly man, you! This week we're unpacking the two-parter that sees Griffith and Guts' ultimate collusion play out, with enough twists and turns to make your head spin. It's a pivotal moment in the storyline, so tune in as the gang unpacks it all.

Jul 1

Undefeated in 100 years, the fortress of Doldrey sits as the final boss for the Band of the Hawk. Let's see if Guts can take some time away from playing dice with the boys in order to take on the slimy Governor's army.

Jun 2

Casca and Guts have reached a new level of friendship after taking down Adon Coborlwitz's 100-man army. Plus, Judeau's stock starts to rise, thanks to his magic healing fairy dust that he's been holding on to for god knows how long.

Apr 23

This week Guts and Casca are forced to spend time together in a tree hole where we learn how she came to join Griffith's army. Sometimes it takes falling off a cliff together in order to really bond with a person.

Apr 9

A stray arrow? A poison-tipped stray arrow? You know, to maybe kill Griffith? This week we unpack the assassination attempt on our fearless leader, who, let's be honest — is quickly becoming an annoying thorn in everyone's side. But after the slowest fall into shallow water anyone has ever done, we'll talk about Batman Guts and his sneaky mission that goes terribly awry.

Mar 31

The "will they, won't they?" tension between Guts and Griffith continues to mount as the Band of the Hawk faces growing conflict within the kingdom. Griffith has been attracting the wrong kind of attention and evil plans are starting to crystalize. Stray poison arrows and all that.

Mar 20

This week it's all eyes on Griffith as our favorite silver-haired boy is getting promotions left and right. With an even larger target painted on his back, we're starting to understand the nefarious plans of some of the nobles, all while the interpersonal relationships among the members of the Band of the Hawk become increasingly complex.

Mar 4

Before embarking on Berserk, Jeff was told this anime was going to take him places that perhaps he did not want to go. But by his account, it's been pretty smooth sailing so far. This week, we'll unpack the blossoming character dynamics as Guts, Griffith, and Bakalar's favorite, Corkus, all start to make their opinions known, gay water fights and all.

Feb 5

The Berserk Gaiden begins! Welcome back to JeffJeff's Bizarre Adventure. The gang is diving right into the deep end by embarking on the 1997 anime. In this episode we're introduced to Guts and his big-ass sword. Why is he able to wield such a big sword? What's that about? And who's this Griffith guy? And why's his hair so nice? There's a lot to discuss this week, but we'll hold your hand every step of the way as we enter a brand new anime for the show.

Jan 1

Time loops, arrows, pylons, mistaken lotteries, rock statues, starfish-- it's been an absolute hell of a season here and we're delighted to be able to recap these last 3 anime episodes with you today. It's been an incredible ride through the town of Morioh and all the stars are here to help say goodbye (and ascend to heaven). Enjoy our last Diamond is Unbreakable recap and stick around to the end of the show for a few hints to where JeffJeff's Bizarre Adventure goes next. [podcast covers anime episodes 37: "Crazy Diamond is Unbreakable, Part 1" , 38: "Crazy Diamond is Unbreakable, Part 2" and 39: "Goodbye, Morioh - The Golden Heart"]

Dec 20, 2024

The gang is very close to discovering the true identity of Kira, but not before we've had a visit from everyone's favorite renegade Polaroid, Yoshihiro. His arrow is up to no good, and is about to give Kira a new ability. How come he gets three Stand abilities? Déjà vu. [podcast covers anime episodes 35: "Another One Bites the Dust, Part 1" and 36: "Another One Bites the Dust, Part 2"]

Nov 27, 2024

Well, we've done it. We've reached an episode of JoJo's that is so wildly confusing and bewildering, a team of forensic podcast detectives needed to be called in. Thankfully it contains the single greatest scene in the anime's history. But then, we're treated to the thrilling conclusion of the July 15th 4-parter in chilling fashion, as Kira's true evil goes on full display. [podcast covers anime episodes 33: "July 15th (Thursday), Part 3" and 34: "July 15th (Thursday), Part 4"]

Oct 16, 2024

We're back from a small break and recapping the first 2 episodes of a 4 part arc. It's safe to say the group is divided on these opening two episodes, but at least these are both logically air-tight narratives that we're dealing with here. If you call an electrical tower a pylon, let us know. [podcast covers anime episodes 31: "July 15th (Thursday), Part 1" and 32: "July 15th (Thursday), Part 2"]

Sep 11, 2024

Not the cleanest pairing of JoJo episodes on this week's recap, but they can't all be winners, right? After a less than satisfying conclusion to the Highway Star saga, the JeffJeff's gang must deal with ghost pirhana cat plants. That's right, you read that correctly. [podcast covers anime episodes 29: "Highway Star, Part 2" and 30: "Cats Love Yoshikage Kira"]

Aug 14, 2024

How many times have you heard about an alien turning himself into a pair of dice in order to win at gambling? No? Never? OK, well then we have a very special pair of episodes for you. [podcast covers anime episodes 27: "I'm an Alien" and 28: "Highway Star, Part 1"]

Jul 31, 2024

Kira, you little freak. How far will a photo ghost Dad go to protect his serial killer child? Pretty far, apparently. [podcast covers anime episodes 25: "Atom Heart Father / Heart Father" and 26: "Janken Boy Is Coming!"]

Jul 10, 2024

These two episodes are heavy-- in more ways than one. Just how far is Kira willing to go to get a good night's sleep? And can Echoes' next Act prove to been even less useful than Act 2? [podcast covers anime episodes 23: "Sheer Heart Attack, Part 1" and 24: "Sheer Heart Attack, Part 2"]

Jun 27, 2024

The town's secret killer is finally revealed to be Kira, who's basically the Patrick Bateman of Morioh. Let's see just how hard it is to steal a sandwich in these two phenomenal episodes. [podcast covers anime episodes 21: "Yoshikage Kira Just Wants to Live Quietly, Part 1" and 22: "Yoshikage Kira Just Wants to Live Quietly, Part 2"]

Jun 17, 2024

This week's episode is all about forgiveness. Like in the way we can apparently forgive Yukako for trying to gruesomely murder Koichi. Guess we all forgot about that? Plus, the forehead-slap-inducing conclusion to the Shigechi drama. [podcast covers anime episodes 19: "Yukako Yamagishi Dreams of Cinderella" and 20: "Shigechi's Harvest, Part 1"]

May 30, 2024

So I guess Rohan is like, in this show now? He and Koichi spend an entire episode hanging out with a ghost in an alleyway that doesn't exist on the map of Morioh. Then it's time to meet Shigechi, a little dude with a stand that summons dozens of beetles that harvest change and coupons. Just a regular week here on the podcast! [podcast covers anime episodes 17: "Rohan Kishibe's Adventure" and 18: "Shigechi's Harvest, Part 1"]

May 15, 2024

It's time for the best fountain pen fighting action we've ever seen! Plus, an inexplicable hair story! And if you're hungry for more, good. Actually, maybe "hungry" is the wrong word for the gang's encounter with Bug-Eaten. [podcast covers anime episodes 15: "We Picked Up Something Crazy!" and 16: "Let's Go Hunting!"]

May 1, 2024

After inexplicably recovering the bow and arrow, Josuke and the crew have met their next match, a guy who loves paper! Also, why is it that everyone who faces the gang in Morioh turns small after being defeated? You ever think about that? [podcast covers anime episodes 13: "We Picked Up Something Crazy!" and 14: "Let's Go to the Manga Artist's House, Part 1"]

Apr 17, 2024

Red Hot Chili Pepper. Perhaps not the most airtight stories of Morioh stands, but we celebrate his legacy nevertheless. Tune in as the gang analyzes the death of Electric Big Bird and witnesses an incredible waste of a guitar. [podcast covers anime episodes 11: "Red Hot Chili Pepper, Part 1" and 12: "Red Hot Chili Pepper, Part 2"]

Mar 28, 2024

This week we're wrapping up Koichi's kidnapping and taking a break at what's likely the most unhinged restuarant in Morioh. [podcast covers anime episodes 09: "Yukako Yamagishi Falls in Love, Part 2" and 10: "Let's Go Eat Some Italian Food"]

Mar 13, 2024

Folks, we've officially entered the hair-horror arc of Diamond is Unbreakable, and we are absolutely here for it. [podcast covers anime episodes 07: "Toshikazu Hazamada (Surface)" and 08: "Yukako Yamagishi Falls in Love, Part 1"]

Mar 4, 2024

Finally, we're gonna find out what's in Koichi's egg. Ugh, that really sounds gross when you say it loud. [podcast covers anime episodes 05: "The Nijimura Brothers, Part 3" and 06: "Koichi Hirose (Echoes) / Koichi Hirose (Reverb)"]

Feb 15, 2024

We're done forging dudes into rocks, it's all about commanding a killer army of toy soldiers now. [podcast covers anime episodes 03: "The Nijimura Brothers, Part 1" and 04: "The Nijimura Brothers, Part 2"]

Jan 31, 2024

A brand new Part of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is upon us! Join Tamoor Hussain, Lucy James, John "Super Eyepatch Wolf," and Jeff Bakalar as they embark on the small town mythology of Diamond is Unbreakable . [podcast covers anime episodes 01: "Jotaro Kujo! Meets Josuke Higashikata" and 02: "Josuke Higashikata! Meets Angelo"]

Jan 17, 2024

And that's a wrap. The Cowboy Bebop gaiden ends on a 2-parter that pulls at our heartstrings. Make sure you watch-along with this special season finale. Up next? More JoJo's. [this episode covers anime eps 25: "The Real Folk Blues (Part 1)" and 26: "The Real Folk Blues (Part 2)"]

Dec 27, 2023

It's a triple-mega-show of JeffJeff's Bizarre Adventure as the gang covers THREE (3!) episodes of Cowboy Bebop. And it's no coincidence that we are in the presence of anime royalty, as these three are S-tier in every possible way. [this episode covers anime eps 22: "Cowboy Funk", 23: "Brain Scratch" and 24: "Hard Luck Woman"]

Dec 13, 2023

Bring your French Fancies and your garlic butter, we're recapping arguably the best (and maybe worst) Cowboy Bebop episodes in this banger! [this episode covers anime eps 20: "Pierrot le Fou" and 21: "Boogie Woogie Feng Shui"]

Nov 30, 2023

Physical format wars in the future! That's the kind of weird lore we are here for! Your favorite alternative cartoon recap podcast is back! [this episode covers anime eps 18: "Speak Like a Child" and 19: "Wild Horses"]

Nov 17, 2023

I want whatever that bouncing Corgi is having. [this episode covers anime eps 16: "Black Dog Serenade" and 17: "Mushroom Samba"]

Nov 2, 2023

This week we're playing some chess and getting a healthy backstory on Faye. [this episode covers anime eps 14: "Bohemian Rhapsody" and 15: "My Funny Valentine"]

Oct 23, 2023

We've reached our first two-parter here in the Cowboy Bebop Gaiden, and perhaps a more overarching story is beginning to materialize. [podcast covers anime episodes 12: "Jupiter Jazz (Part 1)" and 13: "Jupiter Jazz (Part 2)"]

Oct 4, 2023

**The Cowboy Bebop Gaiden continues!** This week we're asking the important questions about whether or not Jet is right- or left-handed, and why this blob wasn't more impressive. [podcast covers anime episodes 10: "Ganymede Elegy" and 11: "Toys in the Attic"]

Sep 20, 2023

**The Cowboy Bebop Gaiden continues!** This week we're discussing the pros and cons of Venus Sickness, and how one of these episodes had to be highly influenced by the film "Hackers." [podcast covers anime episodes 08: "Waltz for Venus" and 09: "Jamming with Edward"]

Aug 16, 2023

It's the anime that makes you... young? This week the gang recaps a solid pair of eps and meets a fan favorite character, the cargo hauler known as V.T. [podcast covers anime episodes 06: "Sympathy For the Devil" and 07: "Heavy Metal Queen"]

Aug 2, 2023

Take a trip with us into hyperspace, where we thwart eco-terrorists, dodge deadly biological weapons, and miss out on yet another very lucrative bounty. Also, things are about to get... Vicious. [podcast covers anime episodes 04: "Gateway Shuffle" and 05:

Jul 13, 2023

There's nothing more satisfying than when an anime represents dogs in a pleasing fashion. Also, Jeff really wants to be inside this Casino World. Hmm. [podcast covers anime episodes 02: "Stray Dog Strut" and 03: "Honky Tonk Women]

Jun 22, 2023

The gang has entered its Cowboy Bebop arc, and we're starting with what we've all agreed is one of the best anime pilots-- ever? [podcast covers anime episode 01: "Asteroid Blues"]

Jun 7, 2023

It's the season finale!

May 31, 2023

After a long, highly plausible and sensible journey, our heroes finally come face to face with Dio and his World. [podcast covers anime episodes 45: "DIO's World, Part 1" and 46: "DIO's World, Part 2"]

May 19, 2023

We're gonna lose some friends along the way, and also Iggy. [podcast covers anime episodes 43: "The Miasma of the Void, Vanilla Ice, Part 2" and 44: "The Miasma of the Void, Vanilla Ice, Part 3"]

May 3, 2023

It's the conclusion of the most insane video game showdown, plus a reveal of the scariest stand user with the worst-possible name. [podcast covers anime episodes 41: "D'Arby the Player, Part 2" and 42: "The Miasma of the Void, Vanilla Ice, Part 1"]

Apr 30, 2023

Ca-caw! Underwater falconry and our Quick Look at F-Mega on this week's episode! [podcast covers anime episodes 39: "The Guardian of Hell, Pet Shop, Part 2" and 40: "D'Arby the Player, Part 1"]. (You may be seeing this double, sorry for any confusion!)

Apr 6, 2023

Someone tell Hol Horse that's not how bullets work. Also, "Pet Shop" is a pretty cool name for a falcon. [podcast covers anime episodes 37: "Hol Horse and Boingo, Part 2" and 38: "The Guardian of Hell, Pet Shop, Part 1"]

Mar 22, 2023

The mother of all bluffs, plus the unlikely of combination of Boingo and Hol Horse. [podcast covers anime episodes 35: "D'Arby the Gambler, Part 1" and 36: "Hol Horse and Boingo, Part 1"]

Mar 8, 2023

After a truly upsetting conclusion to the Alessi storyline, our boys once again forget that literally everyone they meet is trying to deceive and/or kill them. [podcast covers anime episodes 33: "Set's Alessi, Part 2" and 34: "D'Arby the Gambler, Part 1"]

Feb 15, 2023

The Looney Tunes anime goes off the damn rails again with a pair of absolutely bonkers episodes. [podcast covers anime episodes 31: "Bastet's Mariah, Part 2" and 32: "Set's Alessi, Part 1"]

Feb 1, 2023

Aside from demonstrating how useless Hermit Purple is, the gang finds themselves in a series of magnetic dilemmas. [podcast covers anime episodes 29: "Anubis, Part 2" and 30: "Bastet's Mariah, Part 1"]

Jan 18, 2023

We're back, 2023! This week's episode covers the Oingo Boingo comic brothers, a very upsettingly muscular little baby dog and the first part of a story about shaving and swords. [podcast covers anime episodes 27: "Khnum's Oingo and Thoth's Boingo / Khnum

Dec 21, 2022

The show begins its "Battle in Egypt" arc, so that means it's time to meet Iggy, the strangest looking animated dog in history. [podcast covers anime episodes 25: "Iggy the Fool and Geb's N'Doul, Part 1" and 26: "Iggy the Fool and Geb's N'Doul, Part 2"]

Dec 8, 2022

We’re halfway through Stardust Crusaders and remind us to never get on a submarine with Joseph Joestar ever again! How many gauges and dials do they have on this thing for crying out loud? [podcast covers anime episodes 23: "High Priestess, Part 1" and

Nov 23, 2022

We are being graced by the two sickest enemy stand character designs in a row. Let us bask in their glory. Hail to you. [podcast covers anime episodes 21: "Judgement, Part 1" and 22: "Judgement, Part 2"]

Nov 2, 2022

Hey baby! You lookin' weird! Maybe you should eat something? [podcast covers anime episodes 19: "Death 13, Part 1" and 20: "Death 13, Part 2"]

Oct 19, 2022

Hey Araki, you OK? In this episode Jeff has made a purchase, but not before we discuss one of the most absurd explanations in JoJo's history -- and that's saying a lot. [podcast covers anime episodes 017: "The Lovers Part 2" and 18: "The Sun"]

Oct 5, 2022

Wow, Star Platinum kinda sucks, eh? Eh? [podcast covers anime episodes 015: "Justice, Part 2" and 16: "The Lovers Part 1"]

Sep 21, 2022

The four most oblivious heroes in all of anime get into a good ol' fashioned car-fight. [podcast covers anime episodes 013: "Wheel of Fortune" and 14: "Justice, Part 1"]

Sep 14, 2022

Hey Joseph, let's get that "spider bite" on your arm looked at. [podcast covers anime episodes 011: "The Emperor and the Hanged Man, Part 2" and 12: "The Empress"]

Sep 7, 2022

I just don't understand why you'd want to get on a cable car with a guy who eats cherries like that. [podcast covers anime episodes 09: "Yellow Temperance" and 10: "The Emperor and the Hanged Man, Part 1"]

Aug 25, 2022

Wow. A duo of episodes for the ages. A total orangutan perv and a psychotic little doll attempt to thwart our heroes. Ain't getting that security deposit back. [podcast covers anime episodes 07: "Strength" and 08: "The Devil"]

Aug 18, 2022

Hey, this guy's on fire! And therefore he seems pretty cool. Maybe he'll join us. [podcast covers anime episodes 05: "Silver Chariot" and 06: "Dark Blue Moon"]

Aug 10, 2022

Hey what's that little thing on your forehead? Remind me never get on a plane with Joseph Joestar ever again. [podcast covers anime episodes 03: "The Curse of DIO" and 04: "Tower of Gray"]

Aug 3, 2022

The gang kicks off Stardust Crusaders trying to understand why "Spirit Photography" is the worst stand you could possibly have. Not to mention it's gonna cost you a fortune in cameras. [podcast covers anime episodes 01: The Man Possessed by an Evil Spirit

Jul 27, 2022

It's time for Saitama to take on a spaceship the size of an entire city. But first, he and Lord Boros have to fight it out. (this podcast covers anime episodes 11 "The Dominator of the Universe" and 12 "The Strongest Hero").

Jul 20, 2022

Deck: Jeff left writing the title and description of this week's episode to Lucy, so on behalf of the team, I can finally, officially state that Mumen Rider is the best and he should be S Class, Rank 1 (this podcast covers anime episodes 09 "Unyielding Ju

Jul 13, 2022

Sounds like Saitama is starting to pay attention to his hero ranking, but the fact that Mumen Rider is even recognized as a hero basically invalidates the entire system. (this podcast covers anime episodes 07 "The Ultimate Disciple" and 08 "The Deep Sea K

Jun 29, 2022

All the best superheroes excel in whack-a-mole. (anime eps covered: 05 - The Ultimate Master, 06 - The Terrifying City)

Jun 22, 2022

Hey, who put 100 Costcos underground over here? For breakfast a banana will do. (anime eps covered: 03 - The Obsessive Scientist, 04 - The Modern Ninja)

Jun 15, 2022

Gather round lobster friends, for I have a tale of a guy that's a hero. For fun. (anime eps covered: 01 - The Strongest Man, 02 - The Lone Cyborg)

Jun 8, 2022

Don't ask questions about how JoJo got into that plane. You won't like the answer. (anime eps covered: 25 - The Birth of a Superbeing!!, 26 - The Man Who Became God)

May 25, 2022

Pillar weapons and pinball physics, pointy crystals and flaming scarves. This episode's got it all. (anime eps covered: 22 - A True Warrior, 23 - The Warrior of Wind, 24 - The Ties That Bind JoJo)

May 11, 2022

The gang enters a creepy old hotel to discover its weird secrets that include flesh chimneys. (Episodes covered in this episode are: 19 - A Race Towards the Brink, 20 - Caesar's Lonely Youth, 21 - The 100 vs 2 Strategy)

Apr 27, 2022

JoJo and Caesar met their new magic teacher who makes them climb a slippery pole for a couple of days. (Episodes covered in this episode are: 16 - Lisa Lisa, Hamon Coach, 17 - The Deeper Plan, 18 - Commander Stroheim's Revenge)

Apr 13, 2022

Joseph finds himself fighting a Pillarman and more ancient dudes decide to leave their stone walls and wall through people. (Episodes covered in this episode are: 13 - JoJo vs. the Ultimate Lifeform, 14 - Elite Ancient Warriors, 15 - The Qualities of a He

Mar 30, 2022

Hey! We're walkin' here! Hot dogs! Taxis! You know, all the things you say when you're talking about New York City babyeeeee! [Episodes covered: 10 - New York's JoJo, 11 - The Game Master, 12 - The Pillar Man]

Mar 16, 2022

Jeff and Lucy learn a lot of about blood flow in a very short amount of time. (This podcast ep covers anime eps 07-09)

Mar 2, 2022

Just the continuation of the tale of the lil demon boys, Jack the Ripper (?) and how not to spill wine.

Feb 16, 2022

Just a budding story of two British lads shacking up and arguing about a silly old mask.

Feb 15, 2022

Jeff Bakalar, Tamoor, Lucy, and SuperEyepatchWolf embark on an epic journey about muscles, family, and anime.