Who Is Anime’s Smartest Mastermind? Plus, Dragon Ball Wants ALL Your Money | NEWS

The Anime Effect is reporting LIVE from L.A. to discuss Dragon Ball's first official store, Bungo Stray Dogs' season 2 return, a major OVERLORD anniversary, and more! PLUS, LeAlec & Alex discuss the anime characters they believe are the smartest masterminds of all time!

Anime Industry Reaches Record Highs in 2024 as International Revenue Far Outpaces Japan

Dragon Ball Opens First Ever Store in Tokyo Station

Bungo Stray Dogs WAN! Season 2 Anime Announced for 2026

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition Announced Along with Free Update 

OVERLORD 10th Anniversary Celebration Theatrical Event Tickets Now on Sale

Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mix of roundtable news and discussion, featuring Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, offer recommendations, and tackle fan questions.

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