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The fiftieth episode of More Than Headlines, your go-to podcast for all things anime is here and it's taking home all of the awards!!

Join hosts Brendan White and Courtney Smith every week as they dive into the latest news, rumors, and must-know updates from the world of anime. Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just getting started, this is your ticket to staying informed and entertained. Don't miss out on the freshest insights and hottest gossip in anime 🥳

Episode fifty-one sees the rivals discussing:

• All of the winners from the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards, sharing their thoughts on who did and did not deserve to win
• Crunchyroll's Summer release slate
• Tony Tony Chopper's live action debut
• Spoiler-free impressions on the Dandadan: Evil Eye film
• Ongoing impressions on To Be Hero X, My Bias Gets on the Last Train, WIND BREAKER & The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn’t A Guy at All
• Plus lots more anime and life related yappage!

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