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ElevatedXOtakuEp. 20 - Thanks for the Memories - A 2025 Anime RecapHappy 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==-------------------------------------------------------OldTaku Jedi on Instagram - htt...
2026-01-0941 minElevatedXOtaku19 - The Dark Side of "Nakama" - How to Navigate a Toxic FriendshipIn 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 charac...
2025-12-0636 minElevatedXOtaku18 - Don't Look Behind You - Terrifying Japanese Horror Tales and Anime RecsThe 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 ho...
2025-10-2734 minElevatedXOtaku17 - Self-Confidence Unlocked! Your Guide to Leveling UpConfidence isn’t about being the loudest one in the room or having sparkly protagonist energy 24/7. It's about building trust in yourself—even when the stakes feel high and the self-doubt hits harder than Truck-Kun. In this episode, we unpack what confidence actually is, what it isn't, and how to boost yours up - Because confidence isn't something you're born with...It's something you train for!Not to mention Anime recommendations to get you in a friendly mood!Plus, Listen in for a chance to win some cool merch from your favorite anime!I...
2025-08-0332 minElevatedXOtaku16 - No Crew? No Problem! How to Create Your Found FamilyDo you dream of having your very own Straw Hat crew, but feel more like Giyuu at the pillar meeting—lowkey invisible, lowkey okay with it…until you’re not? Whether you’re a certified lone wolf or just struggling to find your people, this episode of the ElevatedXOtaku Podcast is here to help you bridge the gap between solitude and soul squad.This week, we'll walk through how to find—or create—a community that actually gets you. We’re talking anime-inspired advice, relatable real-life examples, and (as always) some certified weeb wisdom. From social anxiety and shyness, t...
2025-07-0233 minElevatedXOtaku15 - How To Turn Your Normie Friends Into Full-Blown OtakusStill got a friend who calls anime “just cartoons”? In this episode, I’m giving you the ultimate guide to converting your normie besties into full-fledged weebs—without scaring them off (too much). From beginner-friendly recs to shows you should never lead with, this is your anime starter kit for the uninitiated. *PLUS* Find out who won April’s anime merch giveaway—and how you can enter to win next.I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below:Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elevatedxotaku...
2025-05-0123 minElevatedXOtaku14 - You're Not Behind in Life - You're ArcingIf you’ve ever looked at your life and thought, “Shouldn’t I be further by now?” this episode is for you. Spoiler alert: You’re not behind. You’re just still in your arc. And trust me—it’s a good one.In this episode, we’re digging into that all-too-familiar feeling that everyone else is leveling up while you’re still grinding the tutorial. I’ll introduce you to two anime case studies who embody the two most common responses to this feeling:– Kyo Sohma, who lashes out and pushes people away out of self-doubt, and– Ar...
2025-04-1524 minElevatedXOtaku13 - Stop Feeling Like an NPC and Unlock Your Main Character EnergyLook, I get it. Not everyone can be the overpowered, plot-armored, chosen one with perfect hair and a tragic backstory. But does that mean you have to live life as an NPC? Absolutely not.In this episode of ElevatedXOtaku, we’re breaking you out of background character jail with three tips to unlock your Main Character Energy. Feeling stuck in routine? Lost in side-quest limbo? Just waiting for Truck-kun to give you a fresh start? Don’t worry—I’ve got anime recs and game-changing tips to help you level up IRL.I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everythi...
2025-03-0231 minElevatedXOtaku12 - How to ACTUALLY Achieve Your Goals - Ft. Anime Recs to Inspire YouWe're Baaaack!That’s right, nerds and nerdettes! Your favorite anime podcast has returned, and I’ve got a LOT to say. 😏 This week, we’re talking GOALS—because let’s be real, we’ve all made big plans and then abandoned them faster than Zenitsu runs from danger. But fear not! I’ve got 3 foolproof steps to help you actually follow through this time, plus some anime recommendations to keep you hyped along the way.Also, where have I been? What’s next for the podcast? And why do I suddenly have the credentials to back up all of t...
2025-02-0830 minElevatedXOtakuWe’re Back, Weebs! New Games, Hot Takes, and Chaos Incoming!Psssst....did you hear....?WE'RE BACK BABY!!!!I've dusted off the cobwebs, and I'm ready come out of hiatus with all new games, giveaways, and great anime themed self-improvement tips! Tune in on Friday 2/7 for our welcome back episode!I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below:Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elevatedxotaku •Visit My Website at: www.elevatedxotaku.com •Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatedxotaku/ •Follow Me on Bluesky: BlueSkyhttps://bsky.app/profile/elevatedxotaku.bsky.so...
2025-02-0501 minElevatedXOtaku11 - HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! - My Top 5 Best Anime of 2023Nerds and Nerdettes, we did it!!! We made it through 2023...mostly intact. Join me in listing *MY* top 5 favorite anime series of 2023, and in giving you an update on what's to come for the ExO Podcast***Donate to the Animator Supporters Go Fund Me****:https://gogetfunding.com/the-new-anime-making-system-project-phase-2/ I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below:Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elevatedxotaku •Visit My Website at: www.elevatedxotaku.com •Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eleva...
2024-01-1421 minElevatedXOtaku10.5 - The Top 5 Family Friendly Anime - Anime 5x5Tis that time of year again! When you're trapped in a house with your extended family, bonding over presents, eggnog...and disfunction. Well, how about this year, you bond over ANIME!Welcome to the Anime 5x5! Where I give you 5 points on an anime related topic in under 5 minutes. Email me or send me a DM if you have a topic that you want me to tackle in under 5 minutesI'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below:Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elevatedxotaku •Vi...
2023-12-3104 minElevatedXOtaku10 - Beating Burnout - A Mappa Case StudyAre your eyes bloodshot like Choso? Are you falling asleep under your desk like Aizawa? Or maybe you’re wishing for a Zombie apocalypse like Akira? Well then, you may be suffering from burnout. But you’re in good company, because the entire Mappa team is right there with you. In today’s episode we’ll talk about ways to cure your burnout, AND ways that you can help support overworked Anime Illistrators and Mangaka’s.***Donate to the Animator Supporters Go Fund Me****:https://gogetfunding.com/the-new-anime-making-system-project-phase-2/ I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the...
2023-12-2941 minElevatedXOtakuTis The Season Of Delays - Anime Merch Giveaway!Here we are again, for another mid-season filler episode. And while it means missed deadlines and tight schedules for me, it means FREE ANIME MERCH for you! So subscribe, listen, and let's play a game!I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below:Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elevatedxotaku •Visit My Website at: www.elevatedxotaku.com •Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatedxotaku/ •Follow Me on Bluesky: BlueSkyhttps://bsky.app/profile/elevatedxotaku.bsky.social•Follow •Follow Me on Threads: https://www.thread...
2023-12-0804 minElevatedXOtaku9.5 - The Top 5 Unwritten Rules of Anime - The Anime 5x5Death, Taxes, and Anime Rules...there are some things that you just can't avoid. And while I can't turn you into a vampire, or hide you from the IRS, I can give you the top 5 unwritten rules of anime, so you know what to expect. Welcome to the Anime 5x5! Where I give you 5 points on an anime related topic in under 5 minutes. Email me or send me a DM if you have a topic that you want me to tackle in under 5 minutes!I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below:Check o...
2023-12-0104 minElevatedXOtaku9 - Popping The Anime Cherry - Interview with The O Zone PodcastToday's episode is something a little different - because I had the honor of being a guest on my new friends Podcast - The O Zone - aaaaand popping his anime cherry. If you want to hear all about it, take a listen. And if you'd like to check out more of The Ozone, follow the links below:The O Zone Podcast:•Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ghQuBLXKRleqizaIkhUUz?si=3bc2eaccbf424b13•Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-o-zone/id1562786099?i=1000635077198I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the...
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The O ZoneAnime Adventures: Discover, Discuss, Dive Deep into the world of Anime from an OutsiderAre you into #Anime? Know the difference between Cartoon and Anime? Lets take a deep dive into the Anime world. In todays podcast, my guest Tiffany Senpai, answers questions from an outsider(me), curious to know what makes Anime so special! Click on her link to get your Anime Fix!
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2023-11-161h 14ElevatedXOtaku8.5 - The Top 5 WORST Anime Tropes - The Anime 5x5We set the standard pretty high with our last 5x5 list, but this time, the bar is in hell. So let’s talk about the careless, the cringy, and the creepy. You know, the things that make you feel …a lil’ bit dirty for being an anime fan. The tropes that make you say “ok, but hear me out” when you suggest a new show to a friend. Welcome to the Anime 5x5! Where I give you 5 points on an anime related topic in under 5 minutes. Email me or send me a DM if you have a topic that...
2023-11-1105 minElevatedXOtaku8 - Are You Afraid Of The Dark - Japanese Urban Legends and Anime To Give You NightmaresDo you love anime? Do you love ghost stories? Well, how about we combine the two?Turn off the lights, and brace yourself for 3 terrifying Japanese Urban legends, along with 3 horror nine recommendations that we have you hiding under the covers.DONATE TO CHILDREN'S HOSPITALS:Live Stream starts 11/4, but you can donate from now until the end of the year!Visit the link below:https://www.extra-life.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=521292....I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below:
2023-10-3121 minElevatedXOtaku7.5 - The Top 5 BEST Anime Tropes - The Anime 5x5Usually when you think of anime tropes, the most annoying ones are the first to come to mind: the up-skirts, the generic male leads, the endless screaming… But today, I figured we’d shine some light on the tropes we love to see. The ones that keep us hitting that “next episode” button until it's 3 in the morning and you suddenly remember that you have to wake up in a few hours. Welcome to the Anime 5x5! Where I give you 5 points on an anime related topic in under 5 minutes. Email me or send me a DM if you ha...
2023-09-0906 minElevatedXOtaku7 - It's Not A Phase, Mom! - Why Anime Is More Than Just Cartoons - Ft. So Many CameosAre you an anime fan (dumb question). Well, I'd be willing to bet that you've heard a variation of one of these phrases in your life: “dude, are you really still watching cartoons?” “Aren’t you too old for kid shows?” “That stuff is too childish for me.” “Don’t you think it’s time to grow up?” What they don't know is that the word "Cartoons" doesn't even begin to describe it.We have some amazing cameos this episode, but if you want more, visit their shows and binge some great content!•The Actual Anime Podcast: https://l...
2023-09-0230 minElevatedXOtakuObligatory Beach Filler Episode - Plus A Merch Giveaway!I know we all hate filler....But what if that filler could earn you cool anime merch? Listen up to find out how you could win cool stuff ....aaaaand help me become a better podcaster! :DI'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below:Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elevatedxotaku •Visit My Website at: www.elevatedxotaku.com •Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatedxotaku/ •Follow Me on Bluesky: BlueSkyhttps://bsky.app/profile/elevatedxotaku.bsky.social•Follow •Follow Me on Thre...
2023-08-2304 minElevatedXOtaku6.5 - The Top 5 Characters with BDE - the Anime 5x5Confidence, Flair, and Badass-ness! These are traits that just come naturally to the character's in this week's Anime 5x5. We're talking BDE, and the top 5 character's that will leave you shivering, swooning....or both.Welcome to our new segment: The Anime 5x5! Where I give you 5 points on an anime related topic in under 5 minutes. Email me or send me a DM if you have a topic that you want me to tackle in under 5 minutes!I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below:Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr...
2023-08-1205 minElevatedXOtaku6 - It's Not Me, It's You - Dealing with Heartbreak Ft. NANAWe’ve all been there… you’re on your third box of Kleenex, laying on your couch with a pint of ice cream balanced on your chest like a sea otter, and you...*sniff sniff* haven’t showered in days… That, my forlorn friend, is the bitter stench of heartbreak. But don’t worry, because Tiffany Senpai is here with words of encouragement and tips on how to recover if your heart has been put through an emotional blender.We'll also be using the anime NANA as a case study for the different way that people deal with heartbr...
2023-07-2258 minElevatedXOtakuFamily Meeting, Nerds and Nerdettes - I Have Some 'Splaining To DoRumors of my demise have been greatly exaggerated... though I will admit that I've been gone for far too long. Do you have 5 minutes to chat about it?Also, all of the links to my socials and my website are in the episode description, so feel free to stop by and say hi!I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below:Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elevatedxotaku •Visit My Website at: www.elevatedxotaku.com •Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatedxotaku/ •F...
2023-07-1605 minElevatedXOtaku5.5 - The 5 WORST Anime to Suggest to Newbies - The Anime 5x5Stop right there, because you're about to make a huge mistake! You can't get your normie best hooked on anime with recommendations like these! Check out this weeks Anime 5x5 for the worst anime to recommend to a newbie. Welcome to our new segment: The Anime 5x5! Where I give you 5 points on an anime related topic in Under 5 minutes. email me or send me a DM if you have a topic that you want me to tackle in under 5 minutes!I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below:Check out everything here:
2023-06-0904 minElevatedXOtaku5 - Is It Wrong To Try To Pick Up Girls At A Convention - Convention EtiquetteIt's the most wonderful time of the year! Noooo…I don’t mean Christmas; I mean Con season! Oh yes, nerds and nerdettes! It’s that magical time of year where the metropolis is teaming with Mirko’s, Makima’s, and Midoriya’s, Oh My! Aaaand the super confused normies who have no idea what an anime convention even is or why there’s a half-naked guy with a 5-foot-long foam sword, walking hand in hand through their hotel lobby with an equally half-naked woman dressed like a crime fighting bunny rabbit. But just because they’re confuse...
2023-05-2632 minElevatedXOtaku4.5 - The 5 BEST Anime to Suggest to Newbies - The Anime 5x5Finally convince your friends and family to dip their toe into the wild world of anime? Well here is a noob friendly list of anime to suggest to ease them in. Welcome to our new segment: The Anime 5x5! Where I give you 5 points on an anime related topic in Under 5 minutes. email me or send me a DM if you have a topic that you want me to tackle in under 5 minutes!I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below:Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elevatedxotaku
2023-04-1204 minElevatedXOtaku4 - The Call To Adventure - 5 Steps To Find Your Passion (w/Anime Recs)The word of the day is "Passion," and we otakus and weebs are definitely a passionate people. I mean, how else could we sit through 720 episodes of Naruto, 804 episodes of Dragon ball, or 1054 episodes of One Piece…and counting? But even though we are some of the most dedicated people when it comes to our fandoms, a lot of us have no clue where to begin when it comes to our own personal passions and dreams... But fear not, because in today's episode I'll give you 5 steps to discover or uncover your passion, as well as 5 anime re...
2023-04-0651 minElevatedXOtaku3.5 - Fever Dreams and Ramblings...Ladies and Gentleman... I'm dying... Well, at least that's what it feels like. So, this week we're just going to take it easy and shoot the sh*t with a mini episode about *meh* nothing in particular. But don't call it filler! Consider it your obligatory Slice of Life "Beach" episode. No, it doesn't necessarily progress the plot, but it's still a good time! We will be back to our regularly scheduled programming in the next episode. Until then, hit me up on my socials (check the show notes) to keep me company while I recover! :)I'm...
2023-02-1612 minElevatedXOtaku3 - Otaku Approved Date Ideas ft. Romance Anime RecsD...do you smell that...? That's the smell of looove in the air. And if you are one of the lucky nerds who has found the Hinata to your Naruto, and you want to do something special for them this Valentine's Day, then this episode is for you!In this episode I'll be giving you 4 Otaku approved Valentinus's Day date ideas, sandwiched between 5 romance anime recommendations that are sure to warm your cold dead heart! •Our Question of the day: What is Your Most Unpopular Anime OpinionGo to the ElevatedXOtaku Twitter page to subm...
2023-02-0122 minElevatedXOtaku2 - Making Friends 101 - A Nerd's Guide to Meeting New PeopleYou know those moments when your phone is ringing non-stop with texts and calls from all of your friends asking you to hang out, but you have to say no because your calendar is already so full of movie nights, brunch dates, and party invitations that you couldn’t possibly squeeze in anything else? ...yeah, me neither. Ya know, for a group of people a community that won’t shut up about anime and manga, it’s like pulling teeth to get us to socialize. Well it's time to pull yourself away from that Naruto and get out ther...
2023-01-1916 minElevatedXOtaku1 - Want Your Own Harem? Well Listen Up - How To Fix A Crappy Dating ProfileClose your eye and picture this: You’re you, but like, a much cooler, way hotter version of you. Almost like you’re the main character in a saucy harem anime. And of course it wouldn’t be a good harem anime if you weren’t completely surrounded by ridiculously hot people practically falling all over themselves to get your attention. Nice, right? Ok, now open your eyes… I’m guessing that unless you did this exercise while standing in the middle of a busy intersection and got isekai’d by Truck-kun, you’re not ACTUALLY swimming in hotties right now, are yo...
2023-01-1921 minElevatedXOtakuElevated X Otaku - Podcast TrailerWhat do you and Ash Ketchum have in common? You both want to be very best! (Like no one ever was). And that’s where I come in!My Name is Tiffany, and I’d like to welcome you to the Elevated X Otaku podcast, where we talk about how to improve your life, your relationships, and your mental health, all broken down into ways you weebs can understand. Through the lense of our favorite fandoms. That’s right, this aint your momma’s self-help podcast. Unless…your momma is into anime, comic books and fantasy novels…Whe...
2023-01-0201 min
Hey, Sizt!Episode 5: Quaranflings And Changes In Dating During A PandemicHey Sizters, since your hosts have been recording remotely for the past 5 episodes, we really want to apologize for all the technical errors on our part. We try to make our audio as clean as possible but there are just external factors we can't control. Anyway in this episode, they try to define what the term "Quaranflings" is, gave possible dating scenarios that might happen during and after a pandemic and tips on how to maximize your singlehood while you're idle. Share your thoughts on social media by using the hashtag #MayChikaAkoSizt or #HeySizt and tag us @heysiztpodcast on Facebook a...
2020-07-1238 min