The mobile game based on Revue Starlight came out recently, and more tie-in games are making it to English-language fans overall. Are you playing? … [Read more...] about [AniFemTalk] Do you play video games based on anime?
Anime Feminist recommendations of Winter 2019
A big new year comes with fresh new shows—and a few familiar faces. The team got together to pick their top recommendations for the Winter season. … [Read more...] about Anime Feminist recommendations of Winter 2019
Spring 2019 Premiere Digest
Another batch of premieres watched and reviewed! Now it's time to gather 'em all in one net and take a look at what we've caught. … [Read more...] about Spring 2019 Premiere Digest
[Links] 10-16 April 2019: SARAZANMAI’s Production Team, Representation in The Missing, and Japan’s Same-Sex Marriage Lawsuit
This week: info on SARAZANMAI's production, Swery's The Missing, and the recent lawsuit fighting for marriage equality. … [Read more...] about [Links] 10-16 April 2019: SARAZANMAI’s Production Team, Representation in The Missing, and Japan’s Same-Sex Marriage Lawsuit
[AniFemTalk] What was your favorite Spring 2019 premiere?
The dust has settled and spring is in full swing--what are you watching? … [Read more...] about [AniFemTalk] What was your favorite Spring 2019 premiere?
[Podcast] Chatty AF 87: Winter 2019 Wrap-up
Dee, Vrai, and Peter look back on the Winter 2019 season! The gang talks stellar sequels, flawed adaptations, messy originals, and pleasant otome surprises. … [Read more...] about [Podcast] Chatty AF 87: Winter 2019 Wrap-up
[Links] 3-9 April 2019: Suicide Prevention in Akita, the Godmother of Yuri, and the Meaning of “Reiwa”
This week: how Akita halved cases of suicide, a biography of Nobuko Yoshiya, and the implications of the new imperial era Reiwa. … [Read more...] about [Links] 3-9 April 2019: Suicide Prevention in Akita, the Godmother of Yuri, and the Meaning of “Reiwa”
[AniFemTalk] What’s your favorite short anime about women?
Our premiere reviews might not cover shorts, but we're always excited to find some good ones. … [Read more...] about [AniFemTalk] What’s your favorite short anime about women?
Spring 2019 Premiere Reviews
All the spring premiere reviews in one easy-to-find place. We'll update the chart as more series become available, so be sure to check back in the coming days for more! … [Read more...] about Spring 2019 Premiere Reviews
[Links] 27 March – 2 April 2019: Podcast Round-Up, Maternity Harassment, and PriPara’s Inclusivity
This week: lots of podcast discussion, why maternity harassment persists, and the inclusivity of PriPara. … [Read more...] about [Links] 27 March – 2 April 2019: Podcast Round-Up, Maternity Harassment, and PriPara’s Inclusivity
What are some great Light Novels aimed at female audiences?
Light novels get a bad rap for being sleazy wish fulfillment factories that never end, sometimes deservedly, but that doesn't mean they're ALL terrible. … [Read more...] about What are some great Light Novels aimed at female audiences?
[Podcast] Chatty AF 86: Yona of the Dawn Watchalong – Episodes 13-18
Episode 3 of our 4-part watchalong of the fantasy epic Yona of the Dawn with Caitlin, Peter, and special guest Gabriella! … [Read more...] about [Podcast] Chatty AF 86: Yona of the Dawn Watchalong – Episodes 13-18
[Links] 20-26 March 2019: Harassment of Japanese Assemblywomen, Neon Genesis Evangelion Re-Dub, and Sailor Moon Markets Weight-Loss Shakes
This week: harassment of Japanese women in politics, a snub of the original Neon Genesis Evangelion dub cast, and Toei lends Sailor Moon characters to the promotion of a 'beauty shake." … [Read more...] about [Links] 20-26 March 2019: Harassment of Japanese Assemblywomen, Neon Genesis Evangelion Re-Dub, and Sailor Moon Markets Weight-Loss Shakes
[AniFemTalk] What was your favorite Winter 2019 anime?
Spring is right around the corner! … [Read more...] about [AniFemTalk] What was your favorite Winter 2019 anime?
[Podcast] Chatty AF 84: Yona of the Dawn Watchalong – Episodes 7-12
Episode 2 of our 4-part watchalong of the fantasy epic Yona of the Red Dawn with Caitlin, Peter, and special guest 1/4th of Gabriella! … [Read more...] about [Podcast] Chatty AF 84: Yona of the Dawn Watchalong – Episodes 7-12
[Links] 13-19 March 2019: Issues with Transmasc Representation, All Art is Political, and Gyaru Fashion
This week: a refresher on how art is political, problems with the already small amount of transmasculine representation, and a history of gyaru/gal fashion. … [Read more...] about [Links] 13-19 March 2019: Issues with Transmasc Representation, All Art is Political, and Gyaru Fashion
[AniFemTalk] Do you watch OVAs?
OVAs (Original Video Animations) were a big part of the early English-speaking anime scene, but they're generally less prevalent today for a variety of reasons. Do you still seek them out? … [Read more...] about [AniFemTalk] Do you watch OVAs?
[Links] 6-12 March 2019: My Love Story!! Retrospective, Visual Kei Fandom, and Visibility Through Cosplay
This week: a My Love Story!! retrospective, Visual Kei fandom, and the power of visibility through cosplay. … [Read more...] about [Links] 6-12 March 2019: My Love Story!! Retrospective, Visual Kei Fandom, and Visibility Through Cosplay
[AniFemTalk] Who’s your favorite shoujo adventure heroine?
Our latest watchalong of Yona of the Dawn has brought out a lot of love for its titular character and the sadly neglected shoujo adventure subgenre. … [Read more...] about [AniFemTalk] Who’s your favorite shoujo adventure heroine?
[Links] 27 February – 5 March 2019: Sister Krone, Tribute to Maddie Blaustein, and Homelessness in Japan
This week: in memorium to Meowth's original English VA, how The Promised Neverland's anime fails Krone, and the stigma against homelessness in Japan. … [Read more...] about [Links] 27 February – 5 March 2019: Sister Krone, Tribute to Maddie Blaustein, and Homelessness in Japan