Show Notes
It's official! We're breaking down the top 10 anime crushes of 2025 and blushing for real. PLUS! We talk about KONOSUBA-God's blessing on this wonderful world! Season 4, the ultimate live-action One Piece collab with NERF, and even ranking the best OPs from My Hero Academia's catalog.
Top 10 Anime Crushes of 2025 According to Fans
KONOSUBA -God's blessing on this wonderful world! Season 4 Anime Confirmed
Umamusume: Pretty Derby – Beginning of a New Era Anime Film Hits North American Theaters in February 2026
MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM HATHAWAY The Sorcery of Nymph Circe Anime Film Unveils SZA Theme Song
EXCLUSIVE: Live-Action ONE PIECE NERF Collaboration Revealed
Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Trailer Celebrates Blue Blur’s Latest Milestone (genre)
Let’s Celebrate All the My Hero Academia Openings (So Far)
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