YujoCast: Anime, Cosplay and More!

You know when you and your friend are talking about anime and you think to yourself... that would probably make good content. Well, we turned the mic back on and started gabbing about what anime we're into right now. Sometimes you just really want to talk about anime, ya know?!

We're throwing innocence out the window with this episode! KimochiiCon, formerly known as WaifuExpo is an 18+ convention that brings the after 10pm con crowd out of the evening hours and into its own convention space.

No holds barred as my guest talks about their experience as a first time KimochiiCon attendee.

Spring has been full of new releases lately and we chat about a couple new anime series just hitting the scene, Kaiju #8 and Windbreaker. Monsters and rival schools, doesn't get any better than that.

With fans feeling frustrated about Hatsune Miku's return, the once hologram makes a comeback in a different way. What happened to her and why are people upset?!

This is a long one so strap in!! We give an honest, no holds barred review of Weebcon's 4th annual anime convention. Was it worth all the hype or was it a cash grab?

Live action Yu Yu Hakusho kinda snuck up on most of us, didn't it? We didn't want to leave it out of the live action talk because there is so much to say about it!

Guess what friends? We're FINALLY talking about the live action One Piece series. What do we all think? Did they do it justice or is there some room left to be desired...

Welcome BACK to Yujocast! It's been a while and what better way to make a comeback than with a sake taste testing episode. Gabe and I try three different sakes and get a little silly in the process.

A friend who recently went to Japan chats with me about her experience. Travel, food, host family and so much more!

Music is all around us and anime is no exception. The language of the soul, Gabe and I swoon over some of our favorite musical compositions in various anime series.

My guest and I make a top 5 best and top 5 worst anime dads. Who do you think is on the list?!

After watching an anime like HunterXHunter, you KNOW I needed to talk about it with someone. Gon, Killua, Hisuka oh my!

Con season never ends but summer is where we make plans to travel. Traveling? What is in YOUR convention travel kit?

Guest: @myshachan on IG

This episode is all about my guests trying to convince me to watch Attack on Titan. Do they convince me or is this just another futile attempt to get me to jump on the ol' bandwagon? Listen and find out!

**SPOLIER ALERT**

This episode contains Attack on Titan spoilers.

Guests: Maya and Kasper

Independent artistry is something to be admired and my guest is no exception. Gabe, a small independent artist shares with me the joy and struggles of his artistry journey throughout the years.

Guest:

Gabe - @thebigcanada on IG and Twitter

On today's minisode, I share my love and admiration for the life lessons in different anime series.

Meeting up with two friends of mine who went to Weebcon 2023 (without me!) to chat about their experience. The massive venue, the sheer number of attendees, overall experience and much more.

Guests:

Lisa - @psychofizz on IG, Twitter and Twitch

Gregroy - @gregorylwbogard on IG

What is better than talking about someone you are inspired by with a long distance friend?! Not too many things to be honest... On this episode I am joined by a return guest and we swoon over our anime heroes. Who is your hero?!

Guest: @bo_nice on IG

Diving into the volunteering side of conventions. What to expect, how volunteering works at most conventions and things to look out for while volunteering that you may not know.

Guest: @ju.sticks on IG

Sitting down talking about classic anime series we know and love! From some anime series that are still popular and mainstream, to some lesser known ones.

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You know I had to look this up for those of us who had NO idea what Tea Dueling was. Is this something you would compete in?!

Gaby returns to the podcast to school me on panels. What kinds are there? What can you expect when attending a panel? Feel like you might want to try it out and host one? We talk about it all!

Welcome to the first MINISODE! Want to know what conventions are coming up in your areas? I list all the conventions in the United States for the month of March.

What's better than gushing about anime you're super into? I mean... that's how this podcast came to be in the first place. Come join me and my friend as we get nostalgic, passionate and silly on today's episode.

Guest: Rob Lucas

My guest Keshia and I discuss the challenges and joys of being a plus size cosplayer, the struggles of cosplay modification and online bullies.

Ever have a huge cosplay and find it hard to navigate a convention? Maybe you need a handler! This episode discusses what it's like to be a handler and what things you may expect to do as someone's handler at a convention.

Guest:

Gregory - @gregorylwbogard on IG

I chat with the ladies about pros and cons of conventions. Maybe they have the same thoughts and feelings as you do.

Guests: (find them on IG)

Lisa - @psychofizz

Gaby - @gabynya

Keshia - @myshachan

This episode is about the night life of the convention weekend. I speak with a friend of mine about his experience both attending AND being a DJ for a con.

Guest:

@goofy.fm on IG

An impromptu episode with my guest after chatting about animation styles over the years.

In this episode I chat with two friends of mine about their preference when it comes to dubbed or subbed anime. Which one will reign supreme?!

Guests:

John Lee - @phantom0262 on IG

Blue - Blue Frost on YouTube

I sit down with my friend John Lee and chat with him about his cosplay expertise. Where he started, where he is now and what he learned along the way. Come join the chat!

Guest:

John Lee: @phantom0262 on IG

Being yourself is the name of the game! I talk with a long time friend about the struggles of being true to yourself, self care advice and (of course) anime!

Guest: @cellamonster on IG

Hi there! My name is Laurayne and I will be your host for this wild ride of a podcast! I'm talking everything anime, cosplay and conventions with different guests each week.