Redeemed Otaku

Redeemed Otaku

A podcast about anime for the Christian consumer. Reviews, discussion, recommendations, on old and new and rarely covered anime from a Christian worldview.

Episodes

May 11, 2025 35 mins

Bex and Encyclo give a recap on their first time to Collect-A-Con. Encyclo has an identity crisis, Bex realizes how lame she is, and neither of them can stand crowds for very long. 

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Bex and Tim compete on how often they can say "physical media" before they forget why they started talking in the first place. 

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March 18, 2025 116 mins

Bex, Encyclo, Brother Ben, and Chetmanly are back to drop kick their recap of the Royal Rumble '25. This episode is sure to get you pumped up, as we go match by match, throw by throw, covering all the losses and wins, and the most epic of takedowns. You'll be cheering for your favorite wrestler by the end, and looking up wrestling anime to add to your watch list! 

 

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March 8, 2025 59 mins

Brother Ben and Chetmanly geek out about their time at Royal Rumble 2025. This is the squash match as they warm up the crowd and build up the excitement of the main event. Bex and Encyclo have their debut match as they are schooled about all things wrestling. Will the crowd respond to the baby face Encyclo? Will Bex break a nail? Who will win in this epic match of beauty vs the beast?

 

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January 14, 2025 78 mins

It's finally here! In classic Redeemed Otaku fasion, we finally get together to discuss our time at RamenCon months after the fact! This episode is extra super special since this is our first episode (since the reboot) where we record remotely in an effort to bring up our audio quality. Vampires are on the table (not for eating) as we break down our weekend at RamenCon and talk about our newest panel presentation. Perhaps we really...

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October 7, 2024 130 mins

Bex, Brother Ben, and Encyclo set out on a journey to find the meaning behind this show. They traverse the rugged terrain of social issues, religious persecution, murder, mayhem, and how to spell words correctly. Will they reach their destination? Will the cat ever stop meowing? Will they like each other in the end? Friendship is magic!

 

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September 16, 2024 70 mins

Bex, Brother Ben and Encyclo gather to discuss exciting topics such as: gardening, childhood basement trauma, possible insane ancestors and much more! We certainly are not reviewing anime in this episode... 

 

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Intro: Opening 1 from FullMetal Alchemist

1st Outro: "Big Empty" by Stone Temple Pilot...

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July 28, 2024 51 mins

Jere The Bear is back! Bex has a serious discussion with Jere on how he guides his children in watching anime and other media. He also fills us in on how he overcame his struggles with his faith. We also talk about our first viewing of RuroKen '23 episode 1. A wild Titus appears!

 

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July 15, 2024 50 mins

Ichiban content coming in hot with Bex and Encyclo filling you in on what's been going on in the month of June including: Scottish Fest, Gashapon, Mitsuwa, Solo Leveling, and Pom Poko! Don't miss this exciting episode! Side effects may include: laughter, tears, headaches, nausea, an intense desire to eat Taco Bell, and a burning sensation while urinating.

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June 7, 2024 35 mins

Bex and Encyclo discuss The Cursed Episode that was once called Madoka: Rebellion. We also talk about Solo Leveling, The Cat Returns, and various other rando thoughts that come into our brains. For the same price as a bean burrito at Taco Bell you can fund our podcast! 

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April 30, 2024 67 mins

Bex, Brother Ben and Encyclo answer the age old question: What happened while the show was on hiatus? We read listener feedback, discuss upcoming shows slated for reviews and RamenCon! 

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Opening song: Guilty Crown Op 2

Closing song: Guilty Crown Ed 2

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March 22, 2024 87 mins

Bex, Encyclo, and Brother Ben conclude their discussion of this most epic tale. Did we succeed in making Brother Ben a fan of Magical Girls? 

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Opening song Sis Puella Magica by Yuki Kajiura

Closing song Mata Ashita by Madoka Kaname (CV:Aoi Yuki)

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March 22, 2024 102 mins

Bex and Encyclo make a contract with Brother Ben, convincing him to watch a show about, adolescence, growing up, sacrifice, and The Faustian Bargain... oh, and by the way, it's a Magical Girl show! In this episode we cover the original series that started The Tragical Girl trend. Will Brother Ben be able to handle his newly found obsession? Will he escape the cycle before it consumes him? Will someone please tell us how to pronounc...

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March 3, 2024 57 mins

Bex and Encyclo have gone multimedia! We record for your listening pleasure our latest adventure in tasting foods from around the world. Disclaimer: This may cause sensations of hunger and thirst. We are not responsible for your poor choices in culinary cuisine.

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January 13, 2024 124 mins

Bex, Encyclo and Brother Ben revisit the movie that started it all. King Of Thorn is a must watch for any anime enthusiast. It is rich with themes of love, sacrifice, hope, and space goo? Listen in as we discuss it all in this riveting fantastique episode!

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Opening Theme from King of Thorn.

Closing Song from King of Thorn.

 

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November 26, 2023 45 mins

Bex, Encyclo, and Brother Ben are back! 

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Opening song from Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card.

Closing song from Welcome Back, Kotter.

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November 5, 2023 2 mins

It's time to reinvigorate the show!

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January 13, 2021 33 mins

The hosts remain nameless in this episode as we talk about random things such as 2020, comics, how Superman isn't that super, oh, and we do mention anime since we are an anime podcast... Happy New Year!

Opening song is from Bofuri

Closing song is Happy New Year by Michael Ball

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December 11, 2020 63 mins

Bex, Ben, Tim, Leam and Cordie sit down for a post Thanksgiving meal protest. We chat about holiday foods, take a holiday quiz, and completely botch a anime holiday ranker! Mashed potatoes anyone?

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Intro: Sleigh Ride by Andy Williams

Outro: Tom and Mary by Walt Disney's Babes in Toyland

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November 2, 2020 102 mins

Bex, Ben and Tim finish out their unintentional trilogy of "children" anime with this instant classic. This review gets a little hairy as we talk about the issues with having wolf children and how important fathers are in successfully raising said children. Don't be like the pagans!

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