Taco Otaku: SoCal’s Anime Podcast
Remember game nights with your buddies? Where you played Smash all night and talk about what you have been watching and playing. That’s this podcast. The hosts are long time friends and family that get together in person every other Wednesday to discuss what anime, games, and movies they are loving or hating. Consider this your ticket to Los Angeles to come hangout with the crew of Taco Otaku.
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Bring out your bikinis and beach balls! Today the Taco Otaku crew dive into the newest anime series from Summer 2025. Which anime shows will float to the top and which will get buried in the sand? Also, Miles unpacks a watermelon for summer festivals. Frank imagines winning 5 million dollars. Ray finally falls down the gacha rabbit hole.
Things We Talked About this Episode:
Zenless Zone Zero
My Hero Academia Season 6
Spy x Fami...
The TOP crew went the extra mile to analysis 2 more anime series from spring 2025. Will the prequel to a modern battle shonen or the spiritual success to a 90s classic take home the gold? Also, Frank unlocks his quirk by switching to easy mode. Ray drives his car to victory during splatfest. Miles wins the opportunity to spend more money on his gacha games.
Things We Talked About this Episode:
Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Rema...
Before the lads go off to summer school, they must first determine the best anime of Spring 2025. Also, Frank attempts to master the Dempsey Roll. Miles swaps one addiction for another. Ray reverts to being a squid and inks up his territory.
Things We Talked About this Episode:
Maple Story
Hajime no Ippo
Zenless Zone Zero
Splatoon 3
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning
Predator: Killer of Killers
From Old Country Bumpkin to Maste...
The hosts with the most are back after taking a short summer break. In this episode of Taco Otaku, the boys play with Nintendo's latest hybrid console to see if it worth the high price tag. Also, Miles prepares for his trip to Hawaii. Frank falls off the the wagon again. Ray gets flashbacks from previous console wars.
Things We Talked About this Episode:
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name
Mario vs. Donkey Kong
Honk...
Why choose one genre of anime when you can have a two? Join Miles, Ray, and Frank as they travel to another world to save the day using their power of bonds. Also, Ray suffers from amnesia. Frank coaches his family. Miles pull himself back into the world of Yakuza.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
Prey
Honkai: Star Rail
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Wh...
The boys review their list of shows to showcase their anime recommendations for newest season anime. Also, Ray shares his online war stories about getting his hands on a Switch 2. Frank reacts to the newest Nintendo Direct. Miles gets lost in a supernatural mansion and enters the world of Xbox Game Pass.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door
Devil May Cry (Netflix Series)
Retail...
Brothers Miles and Ray get together to talk about their thoughts about the newly announced Switch 2 from the latest Nintendo Direct. Can Mario pull off another console miracle? Also, Ray fights his way to the top with his Yoshi. And Miles gets lost doing side quests as he waits to close the case.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 years and Maxed Out My Level
Paper Mario: The Thou...
The spoiler talk returns to the podcast as the anime crew discuses their favorite shows from the winter anime season. Frank jumps back into his mecha thanks to the Switch. Miles pulls a GTO in the world of Yakuza. Ray watches cute girls do cute things and doesn't hate it.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Genshin Impact
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition
Nitnendo Direct 3.27.25
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
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The madness returns to the podcast as the boys do another Sweet 16 tournament bracket. Who will be win the title of best girl? Also, Frank turns to stone as he searches for his next game to play. Ray gets bored with sex and violence. Miles emerges from the shadows of Hell's Kitchen once again.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Dr. Stone
Monster Hunter Wilds
Fire Emblem
The Boys Season 4
Paper Mario: The Thousa...
Goku and his friends are back for a brand new journey across the strange demon world. Find out if this new series is super enough for 2025 Plus, Ray plays hooky so he can catch up to Gear Five. Frank becomes a punching wizard. Miles knocks every out as he talks about his waifus.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door
One Piece
Shangri-La Frontier
...t's time to bust out those childhood games once again. Everyone's favorite Battle Royale is back! Plus, Frank becomes the cool uncle. Miles gets stuck on the space train. Ray compares the manga and anime versions of the Straw Hats.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Trip to the Hospital
Solo Leveling
Dandadan
Honkai: Star Rail
Zenless Zone Zero
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (Movie)
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
One...
A brand new year means brand new anime to watch. Today on TOP, the boys take a look at the current anime season and pass their one show for review. Plus, Miles puts on a new skin to impress his waifu. Frank catches up on his anime from Fall 2024. Ray dusts off his fedora and heads for Vatican City.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Zenless Zone Zero
Honkai: Star Rail
Yakuza Fiancé
Demon Lord 2099
That Time I Got...
It's time to bring out your favorite hot drink as we pour out our thoughts about the anime shows we picked from the fall 2024 season. Also, Ivan becomes a shinigami for 2025. Frank gets abandon on a remote island. Miles discovers if the best game of 2024 is worthy of the title. Lastly, Ray stars his own girls band as he sets off for the stars.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Bleach
Octopath Traveler II
Colombi...
Happy New Year! Ring in the new year with the boys as they list their top 5 favorite games of 2024. Also, Miles catches the bus to see his digital monsters. Andy shoots the glasses for the first time. Frank sees his own shadow at the theaters. And Ray receives a Christmas miracle so he can game again in 2025.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Digimon Adventure
Zenless Zone Zero
Echoes of Wisdom
Die Hard
GTA: San...
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! In this festive episode of Taco Otaku, the crew list their top 5 anime shows they watched in 2024. Which one will take best of the year? Also, Ivan finally enters the next level. Ray gets cold feet with an old friend. Frank becomes a pro on the go. Miles abandons our realty with a new purchase.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Kena: Bride of Spirits
Octopath Traveler II
Ran...
The quest to find Link has finally come to an end. How was it playing Zelda for the first time? Also, Frank gets washed away to the underworld. Miles feels disappointed with a Nintendo classic. Ray works on his steam backlog with a Metroidvania title.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Hades
Curb Your Enthusiasm
The Penguin
Mario & Luigi: Brothership
Guacamelee!
Dexter: New Blood
Contradiction: Spot The Lia...
Brothers Miles and Ray return to the battle shonen world with the latest season of My Hero Academia. Season Seven started off poorly, but will it have a redemption arc for the show's ultimate climax? Also, Miles hits cruise control with Mario & Luigi and Ray suits up for battle once again in COD.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Mario & Luigi: Brothership
Honkai: Star Rai
SDS x TOP Extra Life Event 20...
The year is slowly coming to an end, but till then, the crew bring you new anime impressions for the autumn season. Ivan switches his old addition for a new gaming addiction. Ray puts out his longest anime YouTube video ever. Miles sets sail with Nintendo's newest offering from last week.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Pokémon TCG Pocket
KonoSuba Season 3
Agatha All Along
Digimon Adventure (2020)
Mario &...
In this spoiler filled episode of Taco Otaku, our anime brigade breakdown some of heavy hitters from Summer 2024. Also, Ivan dedicates his life to ranked matches online. Ray does his best impersonation of a squirrel. And Miles searches for a real challenge after playing the newest Zelda entry.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics
Ted Lasso Season 3
Dead Space ...
Today our panel of gaming enthusiasts share their first impressions of the newest Zelda game for the Nintendo Switch. Plus, Ray casts his vote for the Sega Genesis this election year. Andy is terrified to watch his first Japan Animation. Lastly, Frank unlocks the secret co-op mode for The Legend of Zelda.
Video Games and Anime We Talked About this Episode:
The Last of Us Part 1
Dead Space (2023)
Ted Lasso
Uzumaki
Lord of the Ri...
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