In this episode, Jellokun and Fred talk about their top 5 anime of 2025, sharing the shows that stuck with them and a few takes that might spark some debate. They also vent about AI frustrations, especially when it confidently makes things up, before looking ahead to Winter 2026, a season that’s shaping up to … Continue reading
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