Baka Banter Anime Podcast

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Baka Banter is a deep dive into the world of anime. Hosts Ionatan Kuperwajs and Ravi Pancholi break down the latest in anime through a critical lens, dish out their hottest takes, and sit down with guests from across the anime industry.

Recent Episodes
  • Cartooning and Creating Video Essays (ft. PaperDawN)
    Apr 16, 2025 – 01:54:05
  • The Spring Anime Special
    Apr 2, 2025 – 01:48:11
  • The Ultimate Guide to Anime Sequels
    Mar 19, 2025 – 02:15:35
  • Top Five Science Saru Anime
    Mar 5, 2025 – 02:12:56
  • Moral Ambiguity and the Afterlife in 'Death Parade'
    Feb 19, 2025 – 02:12:06
  • Winter 2025 First Impressions
    Feb 5, 2025 – 01:42:05
  • 2024 Anime Review
    Jan 22, 2025 – 02:29:08
  • 'One Piece' and the Adventures of the Straw Hat Pirates: East Blue
    Jan 8, 2025 – 02:16:22
  • Baka Mailbag, Vol. 4
    Dec 25, 2024 – 02:14:09
  • The Popularity of Anime Song from 'Astro Boy' to 'Idol'
    Dec 11, 2024 – 02:26:19
  • Change and Existentialism in 'Land of the Lustrous'
    Nov 27, 2024 – 02:58:54
  • Fall 2024 First Impressions
    Nov 13, 2024 – 02:08:04
  • Top Five A-1 Pictures Anime
    Oct 30, 2024 – 02:04:05
  • The History of Cosplay (ft. Andrew Liptak)
    Oct 2, 2024 – 01:41:11
  • Imaginative Realism in 'Tekkonkinkreet' and 'Ping Pong the Animation'
    Sep 18, 2024 – 02:25:29
  • Recapping Anime NYC 2024
    Sep 4, 2024 – 01:45:08
  • The Ultimate Guide to Original Anime
    Aug 21, 2024 – 02:02:12
  • Summer 2024 First Impressions
    Jul 24, 2024 – 02:11:32
  • The Futuristic Explorations of Science Fiction
    Jul 10, 2024 – 02:30:08
  • The Couple Ship Tournament Bracket
    Jun 26, 2024 – 02:17:32
  • Top Five Production I.G Anime
    Jun 12, 2024 – 02:08:09
  • Redemption, Pacifism, and the Viking Age in 'Vinland Saga'
    May 29, 2024 – 02:36:47
  • Spring 2024 First Impressions
    May 1, 2024 – 02:13:13
  • Top Five Bones Anime
    Apr 17, 2024 – 02:05:09
  • Anime Podcasting and 'One Piece' (ft. Zach Logan)
    Apr 3, 2024 – 01:36:15
  • Mari Okada's Heartfelt Writing in 'Maquia' and 'Maboroshi'
    Mar 20, 2024 – 02:11:46
  • Technology, Gender, and Sexuality in Anime (ft. Aurélie Petit)
    Mar 6, 2024 – 01:37:40
  • Winter 2024 First Impressions
    Feb 21, 2024 – 01:45:21
  • The Valentine's Day Anime Special
    Feb 7, 2024 – 01:52:37
  • 2023 Anime Review
    Jan 24, 2024 – 02:44:40
  • The Ultimate Guide to Anime Movies
    Jan 10, 2024 – 02:06:47
  • Baka Mailbag, Vol. 3
    Dec 27, 2023 – 02:25:07
  • Recapping Anime NYC and Japan 2023
    Dec 13, 2023 – 02:05:06
  • Top Five CloverWorks Anime
    Nov 29, 2023 – 01:40:10
  • 'Attack on Titan' and Creating a Modern Epic
    Nov 16, 2023 – 03:01:50
  • Fall 2023 First Impressions
    Nov 1, 2023 – 01:33:59
  • The Halloween Anime Special
    Oct 18, 2023 – 01:43:19
  • Japanese Pop Culture and Academic Life in Tokyo (ft. Roland Kelts)
    Oct 4, 2023 – 01:38:37
  • Apocalyptic Destruction and Cultural Impact in 'Akira'
    Sep 20, 2023 – 02:03:14
  • The Seiyu Tournament Bracket
    Sep 6, 2023 – 02:23:28
  • 'Haikyu!!' and the Essence of Sports
    Aug 23, 2023 – 02:25:18
  • Top Five White Fox Anime
    Aug 9, 2023 – 02:12:19
  • Summer 2023 First Impressions
    Jul 26, 2023 – 01:56:14
  • The Range of Anime Soundtracks from Joe Hisaishi to Kensuke Ushio
    Jul 12, 2023 – 02:18:44
  • Voice Directing in Anime and the Dubbing Industry (ft. Shawn Gann)
    Jun 28, 2023 – 01:42:41
  • The Summer Anime Special
    Jun 14, 2023 – 01:44:31
  • The Philosophical Storytelling of Mamoru Oshii
    May 31, 2023 – 02:24:45
  • Medieval Trading and Companionship in 'Spice and Wolf'
    May 17, 2023 – 01:51:22
  • Spring 2023 First Impressions
    May 3, 2023 – 02:04:00
  • Managing Editorial Content at Anime News Network (ft. Lynzee Loveridge)
    Apr 19, 2023 – 01:41:38
Recent Reviews
  • TuvalM
    Hot!
    These two guys know what they are talking about! Cool!
  • basil chan
    Really good
    I love this show
  • Brennan W S
    Top tier anime podcast!
    Baka Banter is the place to go for industry interviews, seasonal analysis, and just a good old time. Ravi and Iony organize the show incredibly well, and it’s a great way to find new anime or to spark interest in classics with their deep dive and top 5 episodes. I’ve found so many of my favorite shows through Baka Banter, from March Comes in Like a Lion to Clannad Afterstory to Madoka Magica. Basically serves as the Ultimate Anime Watch Syllabus!
  • jayjay24_
    Such a quality anime podcast!
    This podcast is so entertaining and fun! I was hooked right after the first episode and I love the chemistry between Ionatan and Ravi. If you want a quality podcast that not only discusses various topics surrounding anime but also gives you some great recommendations as well, look no further!
  • alanabanana123!
    Amazing!
    Listen to this podcast, you will not regret it! I didn’t know anything about anime before listening to this pod, and now I feel like a full blown expert.
  • 143535739
    Baka Banter has me hooked on anime!
    Wow! I’m a complete anime newbie, but Iony and Ravi have me hooked. I look forward to learning so much more from both of you. I feel like this podcast has great variety and is suited to both newcomers and anime addicts alike.
  • crb-crb-crb
    highly recommended
    Ravi and Ionatan are great hosts! Don’t miss this podcast :-)
  • dancingfool14
    Listen to this podcast!!!
    Check this podcast out if you love anime— you’ll quickly fall in love with the lads’ banter!
  • PBL94PBL94
    Love listening to these guys!
    10/10 podcast, 10/10 hosts, 10/10 banter. Can’t wait for more :^)
  • hpltwk
    love the lads
    keep on keepin on. can’t wait for all the future bants and hot takes!
  • MBP1996
    Highly recommend!!
    Great podcast and highly recommend to anyone interested in anime! Can’t wait for more episodes!
  • #ItsRealTuna
    Awesome Podcast!
    Cool podcast with great production value. Interesting to hear an accessible anime discussion for those trying to learn more about this artform. I didn’t really follow all of the anime episodes they discussed but they were very accessible and insightful. Love the intro/outro music and hope to hear other cool jams spliced into the mix.
  • cjrf99
    Cool podcast bro
    This is one of those podcasts that’s super relaxing to listen to. Ravi’s voice is smooth as silk!
  • Q_Qinan
    Why not talk about anime?!
    As a huge anime fan, it’s just wonderful to listen to curated content on anime. Especially looking forward to future analysis of classic and popular series. Super cute and chill podcast vibe. Highly Recommend ♪( ´θ`)ノ
  • io7k
    Fantastic
    Definitely one of my new favorite anime pods! Really feels like you’re hanging out with friends chatting about anime, can’t wait for more episodes
  • FlCoTu
    Awesome podcast!!!
    These guys sound great!! And the content is interesting and informative for an anime beginner.
  • Srinbad the Sailor
    Fun times with weebs
    10/10, would listen to these bakas banter again! Really makes you *feel* like you have friends to talk about anime with. Also groovy intro -- wub wub!
  • minhotaur
    Nice listen for an anime noob
    I’m an anime novice and it was nice listening to these two talk about anime. They were very relatable and I didn’t feel like I was out of touch even though I don’t follow the anime trends myself. This podcast is a great way to find new shows to watch for a noob.
  • Sonya Greaves
    Great Start
    Entertaining hosts with really good chemistry. Excited for future episodes!
  • nb396
    Pretty good
    Great first episode. Also the intro and outro are on point. Excited to hear more content!
  • Jfvdjdinrjvjfofj
    Amazing!
    Could not have chosen a better podcast to start my anime journey with. Great conversations and really fun to listen to all around. Would highly recommend to everyone!
  • Anael Kuperwajs Cohen
    This podcast is exciting!!
    I am so excited there is finally a high quality anime podcast out there!! The two hosts have really great personalities and insights, it’ll be so fun to see what they do next!
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