108: Popeyes x ONE PIECE, Infinity Castle Ends Theatrical Run + Are Baseball Episodes Better Than Beach Ones?!

This week we’ve got some crazy anime news to talk about like The Weeknd coming to Anime Awards 2026, ONE PIECE collaborating with Popeyes and more! Plus, Alex reveals his anime HOT TAKE about beach episodes.

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