Cool find at Anime Frontier 2025!

Hey friends! This year, due to health reasons, I was only able to attend one day of Anime Frontier last month. But that one day was still pretty damn fruitful: not only did I get to check out their new layout for the Exhibit Hall (they now have a dedicated food hall & beer garden, with LOTS more seating, which was pretty awesome!), I stumbled upon an amazing prototype for upcoming merch for a 90s anime series I was NOT expecting--Samurai Pizza Cats!

This photo I snapped was originally posted to the podcast's instagram!

I stopped dead in my tracks when I saw these cuties! With the series' recent 35th anniversary & video game announcement, I guess Tatsunoko really wants to put out some cool stuff for the fans (which is awesome, considering that the English version of the show was never super popular, but is still considered a cult classic.) Turns out, these adorable plush versions of the Pizza Cats are made by the relatively new, small plush toy maker called Rimi Star Production. I got to talk to one of the staff running the booth, and was told that they're aiming to get these official Tatsunoko Pro collab plushies available for order sometime "this winter". Now, it might be hard to tell from the photo above, but these plush Pizza Cats are HUGE! They are around 28 inches (71 cm) long, and made with soft, cuddly materials, making them perfect to hug. They also have retractable ears (on pull-back strings, so you don't lose them!), to mimic how they're "movable" in the show!

Some examples of the Pizza Cats' movable ears from the anime

They seem to be bringing these prototypes to conventions to show them off and spread the word, so if you wanna see where they'll show next, you can follow them on their official instagram here! The person I talked to said that once these are released, if they do well they might put out more characters, as Tatsunoko was very enthusiastic about this collab! So if you wanna see more, show your support once those pre-orders go up!

As always, many thanks to Anime Frontier for the press pass so I could get the chance to see these beauties in person! I can't wait to see what the final product will look like!

The Anime Nostalgia Podcast - Ep 138: The 2024 Year in Review with MDi

 

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This episode is sponsored in part by Tokyo Treat! To get $5 off your first box of delicious snacks & treats delivered from Japan straight to your door, AND to help support my little podcast, use code "NOSTALGIA" at my link here!

2024 is coming to a close, so you know what that means–That’s right, it’s time for another Year in Review! And this time, MDi is here to help discuss the results of my annual year-end survey as filled out by you, the listeners! What older anime titles were you excited to buy (sometimes again) this year, and what titles are you looking forward to coming out in 2025? We also talk about all the memorable news stories from throughout this long, seemingly never-ending year. Hear all the silliness, sadness, and stress of this year; PLUS the winners of the survey giveaway. Happy Holidays & Happy New Year!!


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Relevant links:

☆ Use my affiliate links to buy the top 3 (as voted by my listeners) older anime releases from 2024! ☆

1. Berserk '97 BD
2. Belladonna of Sadness 4k+BD
3. Macross Plus Movie + OVA Ultimate Edition BD

Listen to the full episode for the complete list!

Follow MDi on Youtube and Bluesky!

Special thanks to Animeigo, Fantagraphics, and Yen Press for donating the prizes for this year's holiday giveaway! Congrats to the winners!

My theme song music was done by Kerobit! You can find more about them on their website!

See how you can get access to behind-the-scenes stuff, early access to the podcast, and a BRAND NEW subscriber exclusive podcast with my new Ko-fi Subscriptions!

As always, feel free to leave me your thoughts on this episode or ideas for future episodes here—or email me directly at AnimeNostalgiaPodcast@gmail.com.

Thanks for listening, and Happy New Year! 

The Anime Nostalgia Podcast - ep 88: ReView: KO Beast

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This month’s episode is another ReView! What is a “ReView” episode, you might ask? Well, it’s my highly-clever (ok not really) name for episodes where I go back and revisit an older title I haven’t seen in a long time, and see if what I remember (and what my opinions on it) are still the same now that some time’s gone by. This month on the podcast: What does "furry” anime, Pokemon, and Critical Role all have in common? Why, a little somewhat forgotten OVA called KO Beast, that’s what! Find out just how as I revisit this fun little 90s fantasy adventure. (Also some rather somber talk at the end of the episode, which I saved for last in case you need to skip it.)


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Relevant Links for this episode:

• Buy all 3 KO Beast DVDs on Amazon
• Listen to a clip of AnimeUK’s 1994 dub (which I found AFTER I recorded this episode, naturally!)
• Watch the opening to the first KO Beast PC Engine game
• Donate to The Trevor Project
• Various places you can donate to to support Black Lives Matter
• My theme song music was done by Kerobit! You can find more of their music at Inazumakick.com!

As always, feel free to leave me your thoughts on this episode or ideas for future episodes here—or email me directly at AnimeNostalgiaPodcast@gmail.com.

Thanks for listening!

The Anime Nostalgia Podcast - ep 70: 2018 Year in Review

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2018 is just about over! So you know what that means–that’s right, it’s the Year in Review! And Zee is here with me to in her triumphant return to discuss the results of my annual year-end survey, as filled out by you, the listeners! What older anime titles were you excited to buy (again) this year, and what titles are you looking forward to coming out in 2019? We also talk about all the memorable news stories from throughout this long, never-ending year, and titles you wish were back in print. Hear all of this PLUS the winners of the survey giveaway in this extra long episode. Happy Holidays!!

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Relevant links:
☆ Buy the top 3 (as voted by my listeners) older anime releases from 2018!☆
1. Revolutionary Girl Utena Ultra Edition bluray box
2. Urusei Yatsura: Beautiful Dreamer
3. Patlabor Ultimate Collection

Listen to the full episode for the complete list! 

HUGE thanks to Viz Media, Seven Seas Entertainment, and Sentai Filmworks for donating all the awesome prizes for this year’s giveaway--so many I could barely fit them all in one photo!! And congrats to the winners! 

Support the work I do on this podcast by leaving me a tip on Ko-fi! Want to have your name read in the special thanks segment on the next episode? All you need to do is buy me 2 or more “coffees” on Ko-fi!

As always, feel free to leave me your thoughts on this episode or ideas for future episodes here—or email me directly at AnimeNostalgiaPodcast@gmail.com.

Thanks for listening and have a happy new year! 

The Anime Nostalgia Podcast - Ep 46

 

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2016 is almost over! So you know what that means–that’s right, Zee is back with me to discuss the results of my annual year-end survey, as filled out by you, the listeners! What older anime titles were you excited to buy (again) this year, and what titles are you looking forward to coming out in 2017? We also talk about memorable news stories from throughout the year, and titles you wish were back in print. Hear all of this PLUS the winner of the survey giveaway and how grateful we are that this mess of a year is finally over with.


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You can also now subscribe on itunes!

Relevant links:

☆ Buy the top 3 (as voted by my listeners) older anime releases from 2016!☆
#1. The Vision of Escaflowne
#2.  Belladonna of Sadness
#3.  Only Yesterday

Listen to the full episode for the complete list!

As always, feel free to leave me your thoughts on this episode or ideas for future episodes here—or email me directly at AnimeNostalgiaPodcast@gmail.com!

Happy Holidays!

It's that time again!

Time for the Anime Nostalgia Podcast's Year in Review!

It's become tradition that in December, I do a year in review podcast episode. And once again, I need your help! So please, dear listeners, take a moment to let me know your opinions on older anime titles that were re-released this year (among other things) on the survey HERE! One lucky listener who fills out the survey will be chosen at random to win a special holiday prize (open world-wide!) But hurry--you gotta do it before December 15th. I'll announce the winner on the new episode of the podcast when me & returning guest Zee (from last year's Year in Review episode!) will discuss the results.

Good luck, and thanks again for listening!

EDIT: Survey is now closed! Thanks to everyone who entered! Look for the winner announced during the next podcast episode :D

Now available on Stitcher!

Yet another way to enjoy the podcast! You can now listen to me on Stitcher!


The Anime Nostalgia Podcast's Stitcher page is here. Enjoy!

The Anime Nostalgia Podcast - Ep 22

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Another year has come & gone! And guest Zee is back again to go over the results of my first ever end of the year survey with me that was filled out by you, the listeners! What older anime titles were you excited to buy (again) this year, and what titles are you looking forward to coming out in 2015? We also talk about notable manga releases, memorable news stories from throughout the year, and Zee's undying love of Jojo's Bizarre Adventure. All of this PLUS the winner of the survey giveaway on this extra-long holiday episode!


Stream the episode above or [Direct Download]
You can also now subscribe on itunes!

Relevant links:

☆ Buy the top 3 (as voted by my listeners) older anime releases from 2014!
#1 - Cowboy Bebop
#2 - Sailor Moon
#3 - TIE: CardCaptor Sakura (TV & movie) / Bubblegum Crisis
Listen to the episode to find out how the rest placed!

☆ Pre-order Jojo's Bizarre Adventure's: Phantom Blood vol 1 & watch the anime officially on Crunchyroll to experience the classic series from the very beginning!

As always, feel free to leave me your thoughts on this episode or ideas for future episodes here—or email me directly at AnimeNostalgiaPodcast@gmail.com.

Thanks for listening, and have a fun & safe holiday!

The Anime Nostalgia Podcast's Year in Review

Last year, I did my first ever Year in Review podcast episode...and a new year means a new one! But this time around, I thought I'd try something different: I want your guys' input! So please, dear listeners, take a moment to let me know your opinions on older anime titles that were re-released this year (and other things) on my first ever survey HERE! One lucky listener who fills out the survey will be chosen at random to win a special holiday prize (open world-wide!) But hurry--you gotta do it before December 11th. I'll announce the winner on the new episode of the podcast when me & returning guest Zee (from last year's Year in Review episode!) will discuss the results.

Good luck, and thanks again for listening!

EDIT: Survey is now closed! Thanks to all who participated. The winner will be announced on the next podcast episode. :D

Good news, everyone!

 

Good news, everyone! After a lot of working and tinkering, The Anime Nostalgia Podcast is now finally available on iTunes! I'd been getting requests almost since day one for an iTunes option, sorry it took a while, but hey--when you're a one-person operation, it can be a handful! ^__~ And I'll still be updating podcast episodes here as well as on Tumblr, so if you don't like iTunes, don't worry--nothing's changed! You just have yet another option now.
And speaking of the podcast, I'm working on the new episode right now...I should be uploading it before the end of the month. Thanks again for your guys' support and patience, and I hope you'll all continue to enjoy the podcast into this new year! (Oh and keep in mind that if you do a search in iTunes, it might not come up just yet, since I literally JUST got the link to the podcast. But this direct link should work til you can.)