Lindsey invites Mack to unlock the gates to her teenage soul, introducing him to her second alter ego – the emo girl. Together, they dive through the life of To-y Fujii, lead singer of GASP, as he battles the temptations of selling out in the cutthroat recording industry. As the plot unfolds, so does To-y’s poignant relationship with Niya Yamada, a connection forged in the face of societal rejection.
Despite being centered around music, the hosts are puzzled by the anime’s surprising choice of poor musical accompaniment, sparking a lively discussion on the unusual contrast.
As the anime mirrors the struggles of punk rebellion and the solace found in alternative communities, Lindsey and Mack draw parallels to the anime’s emotional depth and the themes of punk, goth, emo, and…. cousin fucker(?!) subcultures.
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Welcome to AnimEighties, the ultimate podcast time capsule taking you back to the neon-soaked era of 80’s & 90’s anime! Join us each week as our dynamic duo, Mackenzie and Lindsey, embark on a thrilling adventure into the nostalgic world of Japanese animation.
With Mackenzie’s unbridled passion for anime and Lindsey’s fresh perspective as a non-enthusiast, the show strikes a perfect balance of excitement and humor. Together, they’ll dive deep into the vast library of 80’s anime, ranging from the absolutely breathtaking to the hilariously terrible.
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