The Nakama Podcast presents the 2025 Nakama Podcast Anime Awards, straight from Sacred 8 Studios in Seaside, California! Presenting twenty-one different awards for everything from #BestOriginalAnime to #BestWaifu, #BestPet, and of course, #BestAnime2024!<br> <br>All of our nominees are shows that premiered between Winter 2024 and Fall 2024, and every one of them is stellar! Join hosts Sal, Peralta, Cruz, and Houston - as well as special guest presenters from the Nakama community!<br><br>Special thanks to Sacred 8 Studios, and the Sacred Society!<br><br>Drop your favorite winners and nominees in the comments below!<br><br>Join us on Discord! <br>Join us on Patreon!
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We are finally talking about Fanime 2025!
In this episode, we discuss about our experiences at Fanime, an anime convention, sharing highlights from our days, insights from panels, and reflections on the overall event. we delve into the dynamics of the crew, the challenges faced during panels, and the interactions with attendees.
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'The Beginning After the End' & 'Witch Watch'
In this episode of the Nakama podcast, hosts Sal and Peralta discuss their personal updates, including Sal's upcoming trip to Alaska and a promotion at work. They also share details about upcoming panels at Fanime and review two anime series: 'The Beginning After the End' and 'Witch Watch'.
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Before He Was Baba Yaga There Was "Speed"
In this episode of the Nakama podcast, hosts Sal and Edgar discuss their new movie segment focusing on films released before 2005. They explore the classic action film 'Speed', reflecting on its impact on the genre, the nostalgia it evokes, and the cheesy elements that define 90s action movies.
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Have You Seen "BATS"?!
In this episode, the hosts dive into the world of bad movies, discussing their favorites and the charm of B-movies. They focus on the film 'Bats', critiquing its special effects, character dynamics, and overall execution. The conversation flows into personal anecdotes about underrated films and the nostalgia associated with them. The hosts share their ratings and thoughts on future episodes, creating a light-hearted and engaging discussion about cinema.