First of all, a MASSIVE thanks to our listeners for sticking with us during this dry spell - we have plenty we're gonna try to give in the coming weeks. With that being said, this is the end of a manga era. From larger series like JJK and MHA ending to relatively smaller ones like Hokkaido Gals, there's a real chance that what you started your jour…

The boys are back from their summer break with a new, and long overdue, episode upload. Catch up with Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they discuss a little bit of what they've been up to, some news, and more. AND...look forward to an episode VERY SOON talking about the 30th Otakon Anniversary. Thanks for listening and see you all soon!…

In this episode of Bebop Banter, join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they discuss the digital direction that manga is heading! From the earliest days of scanlations to the rise of official sources and the battle of the translators, this episode will give a fan's take on all things digital manga! Thank you so much for sticking with us and see you next …

As the boys prepare to post new episodes on current anime-related endeavors, join them this week in an older, yet until now unreleased, episode where they catch up, joke around, talk about what they're up to, and talk about the future of the pod. With a few goofy edits, and some surprises along the way, we hope you enjoy! As always, thank you all f…

It's been a while since the passing of Akira Toriyama and in all honesty it has taken a while for us to gather all of our thoughts in a way that we feel is presentable. So this week, for our listeners out there, join the boys as they celebrate the life and works of Akira Toriyama.بقلم Bebop Banter

First of all, the news of Akira Toriyama's passing hit us all out of nowhere and hard so there will be a memorial episode coming out soon. With that aside, this week join the boys as they review their picks from the 2024 Crunchyroll Anime Awards, discuss their thoughts on the show's changes over the years, and speak on the environment that the anim…

2024's release schedule has been on a monthly basis thus far, and we're working to change that, but in the meantime the boys have been busy. This week, Join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they discuss the movie that they lived out during Katsucon 2024! What did they do, who did they see, and how much did they spend? Tune in to find out!…

With Katsucon coming up in a couple of weeks, the boys have gotten back together pre-convention to discuss what they've been up to since the start of the year, what they're looking forward to going forward, and more! Thank you to everyone that has been listening despite our temporary shift to a bi-weekly(ish) schedule and look forward to the next e…

The First episode of 2024 is, of course, a look back at what the year 2023 gave us anime-wise thought the lens of the Crunchyroll Anime Awards. Join the boys as they discuss each category, each projected winner, and their own personal winners. And look forward to next week where the boys will catch you all up on their mini-winter hiatus and lay the…

'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring...except for the boys talking about Attack on Titan! This week, join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they break down what made Attack on Titan so special. From its first impressions to its production quality and ultimately its cultural impact enjoy part 1 of our loo…

EMERGENCY PODCAST EMERGENCY PODCAST! Join Wes and Syed in this first-of-two episode drop this week as they discuss the newly announced One Piece East Blue remake!بقلم Bebop Banter

We mentioned last episode that releases would be a bit sporadic for a while so thanks for sticking with us! A few weeks ago, the boys went to the first Anime Fredericksburg mini convention and they have quite a few thoughts! Sit back, relax, and enjoy while Demetrius, Wes, and (occasionally due to his new World of Warcraft addiction) Syed discuss t…

With the holidays coming and going and the boys being busy, it's been a bit of an up and down period but NEVER FEAR: We are still here to try to give you all some sweet, sweet anime content. This week, join 2/3rds of the squad as they react to MangaPlus' top 20 chart! There are some slight series reviews, controversial takes, and surprise last-seco…

We promised it last week so here it finally is: This week's episode is an explanation of our most recent absence, a promise for more frequent content, and a look into a few things we've been enjoying recently! Thank you all for listening and see you next week!بقلم Bebop Banter

Next week everyone can tune in to hear why we haven't posted lately (some BIG TIME canon event happening) but for this week join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they get back into the groove by going over a lot of important news! From Crunchyroll making major moves to an impactful lawsuit in the industry AND A NEW DRAGON BALL PROJECT you can be sure th…

Thanks to some CLUTCH de-corrupting by Syed, the boys are BACK with a spoiler-filled review of the live action One Piece series on Netflix! Was the series enough to bring JOY to the BOYS? Or did the series want to make them eat a devil fruit and jump into the sea? Tune in to find out!بقلم Bebop Banter

This week we have the first of TWO Live Action One Piece Episodes with this particular one focusing on the boys' initial thoughts from different points in the series! This also doubles as a spoiler-free look into the series so don't worry if you haven't seen it. And if you have seen it, the next episode will be a full spoiler-filled reaction so loo…

Although it's a few months overdue thanks to a busy couple of months, the boys have finally gotten around to finishing up their reaction to JWM's "Top 20 Beginner Anime" list! What series are on the list, should certain series be on the list, where do they rank, and are the boys going to do their own beginner list? Tune in to find out! As always, y…

Two weeks of Crunchyroll crashes later, the boys are FINALLY ready to react it what they've seen of Gear 5 from the One Piece anime! Tune in to hear thoughts onبقلم Bebop Banter

We have a shorter episode this week but one that still had to come out: Syed's reaction to the FIRST live action OP teaser. Prior episodes (like a bop culture and the Otakon episode) pushed this back (and we know that a new trailer has since come out) but tune in this week to hear our resident OP Expert's thoughts on the potential of the Netflix se…

We are back after a week off for prep and an (almost) week off for recovery with our episode that's all about Otakon 2023! As always, this convention episode was recorded live and does contain explicit language BUT if you're alright with that tune in to hear our thoughts on the con as a whole, what we bought, what we saw, and more! As always, thank…

WE ARE BACK from an extended Summer break to bring you a nice and easy catch-up episode explaining what we've been doing, where we're going, and more! A huge shoutout to everyone that stuck with us, found us during our break, and more - we have a bunch of new episodes in the works and ready to go! If you like what we do, head on over to instagram @…

This week, join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they react to the first half of Japan Web magazine's top 20 anime for beginners! Do they agree with the picks, do they rank the picks differently, and are there any series that they would add? Listen to this episode (and the one to follow) to find out! As always, thank you for listening and see you all ne…

In an EMERGENCY shorter episode, join Wes and Demetrius as they discuss their thoughts on the first full trailer for Netflix's One Piece adaptation! Syed is absent for this one, but look forward to his full break down in a later episode. AND look forward to a SECOND episode later this week! Thanks for listening and see you al next time!…

Wrapping up our "B3" coverage is a part 2 that is all about DLC and dream announcements! What do the boys think about DLC, what are some great/terrible examples of DLC, and what are some dream game announcements that they would like to see in the near future? Tune in to find out and stay locked on the pod because there is a BONUS EPISODE this week!…

With no official E3 this year (or probably ever), Wes, Demetrius, and Syed decided to take matters into their own hands not by revealing a bunch of stuff but by reviewing the state of the gaming industry as they see it! Join the boys across multiple episodes as they give their takes on Remakes, Remasters, Re-Releases, Indie Games, and more! As alwa…

Coming off of a long weekend, join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they discuss a few common arguments in the anime community. PLUS, get ready for a brand new episode alter this week! As always, you can follow us @bebop_banter on social media to learn about our latest episodes, how to support the show, and more! Thank you all for listening!…

Start your weekend off right with a brand new episode of Bebop Banter! This week, the boys look into a new LEGAL manga app and look at a couple of interesting takes from Crunchyroll and Anime News Network concerning some of the most popular shows out there right now! Thank you all for listening and see you next week!…

Syed is BACK so the only way to celebrate is by seeing what he has been doing during his month+ off! Join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they all catch up with each other (since it has been a while) and look forward to future anime and manga-focused content with the crew fully assembled! You can follow us on our socials @bebop_banter to interact with …

With Syed gone for one last week, Wes and Demetrius FINALLY decided to make good on an over-a-year-long bet: Both have Watched Beastars and Zombieland Saga and both have some (relatively spoiler free) thoughts. So kick back, relax, and let us know your thoughts on each series (or other series that you think get a bad rep from stigmas)! As always, t…

Down Syed again, join Wes and Demetrius this week as they break down the Spring 2023 anime season (a few weeks after it has started). What shows are they watching, what shows are they interested in, and what are their thoughts on the season as a whole? Tune in to find out! As always, you can follow us @bebop_banter on all socials and click the link…

With Syed out for the week, Wes and Demetrius decided to run back an episode type that hasn't been done in a long time: The highlight type of episode. In this case, though, join them as they discuss an app/website that not many people may know about: MangaPlus. This IS NOT a sponsored episode, but tune in to hear about how it differs from other leg…

After a few longer episodes, the boys decided to record a quick hitter on things they've been doing in March! Join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they discuss the games, shows, channels, and more that have been taking up their time and look forward to a run of shorter, easier-to-digest episodes in the coming weeks! As always, thank you for listening: …

After a few weeks of delays, the second (and final) part of our Katsucon 2023 live(ish) series of episodes is available! Join Wes, Demetrius, Syed, and special guest Jim as they break down their final thoughts on the convention as a whole! As always, you can follow us on our socials @bebop_banter and you can use the link in our linktree to find out…

Instead of part 2 of our live Katsucon Episode (the reason for the delay is in this week's pod), the boys have decided to take on a more recent topic: The 2023 Crunchyroll Anime Awards! With the awards being based on the series from Fall 2021 through Summer 2022 (that's right...NO FALL 2022 SERIES), were the boys able to guess right? Were there any…

A little over a week ago, the boys went to Katsucon for 4 days! Now, relive that experience with Wes, Demetrius, Syed, and a special guest as they talk about the first two days of their experience. And guess what: You won't have to wait long for the next part! Thank you all for listening, follow us on our socials @bebop_banter, and click our linktr…

It's been a while since Wes, Demetrius, and Syed have done an episode like this but with Katsucon coming up next week now is a good time to bring back the convention hype episodes! Join the boys as they discuss their thoughts on conventions, their views on how Katsucon stacks up against other conventions they've been to, and more! We will be on bre…

Trigger warning: This episode touches on topics of bullying, suicide, depression, and more. This week, join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they break down a series that has really recently moved them: Taizan5's "Takopi's Original Sin." The short series took Japan by storm while touching on very real and very heavy topics, but does it end with a messag…

It's that time of year again when the community comes together to fight over which series from the past year reigns supreme! In this episode, join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they react to (almost) all of the categories in the Crunchies (call us to use the name Crunchyroll). Head to our social media pages for a list of picks, comment with your own,…

This week, as Wes, Demetrius, and Syed look towards writing more in-depth episodes, the boys decided to get together and put a cap on 2022! Join them as they discuss the manga, anime, games, shows, movies, and more that made 2022 a roller coaster of a year! As always, you can follow us on our socials @bebop_banter, support us on patreon (link in ou…

With the Winter 2023 anime season kicking into gear, the boys have something to take care of: A 2022 year in review! Of course, the year is too packed with news/releases to fit into one episode so join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed in this first 2022 review episode focused ENTIRELY on the season that was Fall 2022. See you next week as we discuss the ot…

Happy New Year to all of our listeners! With a new year comes a new anime season, so the boys are jumping right into it with a look at the 2023 anime season! Is there any way it lives up to the sheer hype and variety of the fall 2022 season? How many shows interest Wes, Demetrius, and Syed? Tune in to find out! As always, thank you for listening - …

After trips, holidays, and a look at the big three (again) delayed this episode, we are FINALLY releasing the follow up to our October "Haunted Hot Takes" episode. Join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they discuss some hot takes in the anime community and hey, what better time to maybe start some arguments than the holidays! We will be on break until t…

The boys are back after a week break with the FINALE of the "Anime Over/Under 2.0" big three-focused mini series! They've done One Piece, they've done Bleach, and now they're talking about the only one that is technically completed: Naruto! Did Wes, Demetrius, and Syed underrate it? Where does Naruto's score stack up compared to the other two, both…

This week the boys continue their revisiting of the big three by taking a look at the anime adaptation of what has traditionally been their least favorite of them: Bleach! Do they still "hate on" the series? How do their scores stack up with the scores of the community? Tune in to find out AND make sure to stay to the end for a discussion about the…

The boys are BACK with a brand new series that's reviving an old episode concept: Anime Over/Under - One Piece! Before all that, though, the boys decided to highlight a few NOT SPONSORED anime deals as the holidays approach. Now, what makes this an Over/Under 2.0? Well, join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they break down the anime adaptation for One P…

THE BOYS ARE BACK with a nice and lengthy episode on all things from their absence! Tune in this week to hear about how they've been tackling the fall anime season (including what has and hasn't caught their eyes), what else they've been watching/playing, and where they went/who they saw during their extended break. As always, thank you ALL for lis…

Wes, Demetrius, and Syed have probably not hyped a series up IN THE HISTORY of this podcast as much as they've hyped up Chainsaw Man. From the initial run of the manga itself to the trailers and the manga's return the boys have done nothing but gush about this series which begs the question: Does this premiere hold up? Sit back, relax, and get read…

It's October, which means it's spooky season, and the boys decided to take it in a whole different direction! While we have some fun, spooky episodes planned for the month, Wes, Demetrius, and Syed decided to start it off by frightening people with some hot takes! After all, what can be scarier than being told something you think/do is wrong! Follo…

The new anime season starts this week and with that comes a preview episode from the boys! Join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they break down the major shows of the season, some that they're looking forward to, and some that might just break the internet. Is this the best season in recent memory? The best season of their lives? THE BEST SEASON OF ALL…