Happy New Year, Nerds and Nerdettes—we survived.
Barely. But we made it.

In this end-of-year wrap-up episode of ElevatedOtaku, We're looking back on the anime that defined her 2025—the bangers, the disappointments, the unexpected obsessions, and the shows that absolutely did hit the mark....

I also have some guest appearances from some lovely listeners and Creators below. Check em out!

Kaleidoscope Chick on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kaleidoscopechick?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

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OldTaku Jedi on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/oldtakujedi?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

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Debarius J - aka The Black Jiraiya on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theblackjiraya/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet

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In this episode, we’re diving into the dark side of nakama — aka the toxic friendships that drain your energy faster than Cell slurped up android 18. From manipulators and mooches to jealous rivals and emotional vampires, we’re breaking down the biggest anime friendship red flags and how to spot the villains hiding in your friend group.

Get ready for boundary-setting tips, drama-free exit strategies (no Sasuke rooftop speeches required), and 3 anime recommendations that can teach us about avoiding toxic friends IRL. Protect your peace, level up your party, and stop letting side characters ruin your main character arc.

Plus, Listen Up for a chance to win some cool merch from your favorite anime!

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The days are getting shorter, while the shadows grow longer...so that must mean it's that time of year again...Spooky Season! So, dim the lights, find a blanket to hide under, and whatever you do...don't look away!

In today's Special Halloween Episode, we're crossing into the spirit world with three chilling Japanese Urban Legends, and three horror anime recommendations that'll have you checking every shadow in your room.

So, come closer, my lovelies, and let me guide you into a world of ghosts, yokai, and demons, and we'll see if your courage can hold out until the end.

Listen.....if you dare...

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