The Anime Effect

Pokémon Mania, Dorohedoro Lives & One Piece Conquers Hollywood | NEWS

June 5, 2026·36 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

his week, The Anime Effect takes Pokémon scalpers to COURT! We’re breaking down the biggest anime news from Pokémon’s major 30th anniversary releases, a special Delicious in Dungeon season 2 tease, and One Piece’s surprising effect on Hollywood. Plus, we discover whether Goku or Vegeta tastes better…?! Director Takayuki Hirao's WASTED CHEF Anime Project Releases Teaser Trailer Dorohedoro Season 3 Officially Announced Delicious in Dungeon Season 2 Update Pokémon 30th Anniversary TCG Set Revealed Pokémon x LEGO TCG Contest Begins 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. Talk to us! ⁠⁠https://got.cr/AnimeEffectQuestions ⁠⁠ • HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President • SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters • V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon • MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano • EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Nicholas Friedman, Leah President Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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