Bento Radio
af Alex Holt-Cohan
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Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2
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After more than two decades of devouring every shonen, shojo, seinen, and josei anime he could find, this seasoned oldtaku is still watching—week to week, episode by episode—and he’s not stopping anytime soon. Join him every week for fresh takes on your favorite series, hidden gems you’ve never heard of, and the kind of anime reflections only years of obsession can bring.
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- Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 · 35 min.Alex dives into Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2, reflecting on the show’s pivot from Season 1’s tragic ambition to a darker meditation on vengeance, humanity, and redemption…
- oops · 1 min.sorry no episode this week my mic wasn't working properly. Visit https://bento-box.ghost.io/ for more anime thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Dramacon · 48 min.In this episode of Bentail Radio, recorded on October 15, 2026, host Alex dives into Svetlana Chmakova’s acclaimed three-volume original English-language (OEL) manga Dramacon…
- Fall 2026 Watch list · 27 min.n this episode, Alex offers his seasonal preview of what he’s watching for the Fall 2026 anime lineup. He kicks things off with a highly anticipated remake of a '90s classic…
- Mushoku Tensei Jobless Reincarnation Season 03 part 01 · 39 min.In this episode of Bentel Radio, Alex presents a detailed analysis of the third season of Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation and the controversial nature of its protagonist…
- daemons of the shadow realm · 29 min.In this episode, Alex explores Demons of the Shadow Realm, positioning Hiro Arakawa’s newest manga and anime adaptation within the broader arc of her career—from the comedic…
- The Ghost In The Shell (2026) · 38 min.In this episode of Bentail Radio, host Alex offers an overwhelmingly positive review of the new Ghost in the Shell adaptation from Science SARU and director Mokaochan. Alex…
- Roujin Z · 32 min.In this episode of Bento Radio, host Alex takes a deep dive into the 1989 anime film Rojuin Z, the lesser-known but fascinating follow-up project from Akira creator Katsuhiro…
- Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe · 33 min.In this episode, Alex dives deep into Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway’s second film, The Sorcery of Nymph Circe, examining how it confronts Gundam’s long-standing tension between…
- Con Report: Anime 2026 · 46 min.In this episode, Alex explores the evolving experience of Anime NYC 2026, weaving together a relaxed Day 4 recap with broader reflections on convention culture. He breaks down a…
- Anime NYC 2026 Day One · 15 min.Anime NYC is back for its second year as a four-day convention—but does it really need that extra day? After a much busier Thursday than last year, I break down the crowds, the…
- Welcome to the Anime NYC experience · 1 min.Visit https://bento-box.ghost.io/ for more anime thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- The Ninth Jedi · 29 min.In this episode, Alex examines “The Ninth Jedi,” the new full-length series expanding a beloved Star Wars Visions short, arguing that its relentless pace sacrifices the essential…
- Otome Yokai Zakuro · 33 min.n this episode, Alex dives into Otome Youkai Zakuro (2010), a supernatural romance set in an alternate Meiji-era Japan where rapid westernization strains the relationship between…
- AVATAR AANG: THE LAST AIRBENDER · 50 min.In this episode, Alex dives into the latest animated Avatar: The Last Airbender film, using its story about an adult Aang as a jumping-off point for a larger conversation about…
- Tanya the Evil · 35 min.In this episode, Alex contrasts Tanya the Evil with Jobless Reincarnation, exploring how isekai handles wish fulfillment, morality, and consequences. He examines media literacy…
- The legacy of Ghost in the Shell · 36 min.In this episode, Alex explores the long, twisting legacy of Ghost in the Shell and why the newest 2026 series might feel “weird” to long-time anime-only fans. Framing the…
- My Hero Academia · 47 min.In this episode, Alex explores how My Hero Academia evolves from a hopeful shonen into a complex critique of hero society, systemic failure, mental health, and the cycles of…
- Summer 2026 Watch list · 34 min.In this episode, Alex dives into his most anticipated shows for the Summer 2026 anime season, offering a thoughtful mix of returning heavy-hitters and daring newcomers. After a…
- Witch Hat Atelier · 39 min.In this episode of Bento Radio, I take a deep dive into one of the year’s most fascinating fantasy anime and explore why Witch Hat Atelier resonates so strongly with artists and…
