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UK Anime Network Podcast Live - 6th March 2016
Live Podcast - 6th March
A. H. on 06 Mar 2016

Humanity Has Declined, idols are a bust, and even the All Might of a superhero can't save us. That must mean only one thing... it's time for another live edition of the UK Anime Network Podcast!
UK Anime Network podcast - February 2016
February 2016 podcast
A. H. on 02 Mar 2016

Squeezing in under the wire before March begins, in this month's podcast we answer your questions and pose some of our own - questions such as "Hideaki Anno, are you okay?"
Under the Covers: Gankutsuo
Gankutsuo Collector's Edition
A. H. on 01 Mar 2016

It's been a while in coming, but you can count on us to grab physical copies of interesting releases whenever we can, which is exactly why we're now able to take a look at Anime Limited's edition of The Count of Monte Cristo.
Under the Covers: Evangelion 3.33 Collector's
Evangelion 3.33 Collector's Edition
A. H. on 27 Feb 2016

We've already taken a look at our review copy, but now that retail versions of Evangelion 3.33 are finally shipping we set out to prove its existence, and take a look at the content of this UK Collector's Edition into the bargain.
Under the Covers: New Studio Ghibli Steelbooks
New Studio Ghibli Steelbooks
A. H. on 26 Feb 2016

A new batch of Studio Ghibli Blu-rays have arrived in the UK courtesy of STUDIOCANAL, and we check them both out - if you really needed an excuse to own Princess Mononoke or Kiki's Delivery Service in HD, this might just be it.
UK Anime Network Podcast Live - 21st February 2016
Live Podcast - 21st February
A. H. on 21 Feb 2016

Whether it's winning over fantasy kingdoms or playing American Football, this week's has something of a game-playing theme, while we also discuss plenty of other things we've been watching and reading, as well as a bundle of the latest news.
Under the Covers: No Game No Life Limited Edition
Under the Covers: No Game No Life
A. H. on 18 Feb 2016

No Game No Life is alive, and we have the evidence! The Limited Edition DVD/Blu-ray combo pack complete with soundtrack CDs is finally shipping to the UK, and we break down exactly what you get for your money.
UK Anime Network podcast LOVE - 14th February 2016
Valentine's Day podcast
A. H. on 16 Feb 2016

The Internet tried to stop us, but it couldn't quieten our Anthem of the Heart... or any of our other discussions of the latest anime and hot news, for that matter.
PnP: Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4
Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4
A. H. on 04 Feb 2016

Some might say we've had too many storms in the UK already this year, but here's another for us to ponder, as the latest Naruto game from Cyber Connect 2 blows into our isle.
UK Anime Network podcast - January 2016
Winter 2016 season podcast
A. H. on 01 Feb 2016

For our first full podcast of the new year, we dig deep into the winter 2016 anime season to share our thoughts so far.
Exclusive clip: Miss Hokusai
Exclusive clip: Miss Hokusai
A. H. on 28 Jan 2016

Miss Hokusai arrives in cinemas on Friday 5th February as part of the Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme, and we have an exclusive clip from this Keiichi Hara film.
A brief tour of the Japan Animator Expo
Japan Animator Expo highlights
A. H. on 08 Jan 2016

Studio Khara's series of Japan Animator Expo shorts have returned for the month of January - we pick out our favourites that you absolutely must check out before they disappear.
Anime on sale: The hits and misses of 2015
2015 anime sales
A. H. on 06 Jan 2016

We often talk about anime as good, bad or something in-between, but rarely do we get to talk about raw sales figures to show what is and isn't popular. Andy changes this by running a careful eye over 2015's anime sales numbers to offer up some interesting information.
The 2015 UK Anime Network Awards
UKA Awards 2015
A. H. on 31 Dec 2015

The year is over, so what were our highlights and lowlights of 2015? Read on to find out all the nominees and winners for this year, including the champion of your very own Reader's Choice Award!
Winter 2016 anime preview
Winter 2016 anime preview
A. H. on 23 Dec 2015

Yes, 2016 is all but upon us, so what anime will we be enjoying in the New Year? As always, we guide you through what's worth your time and what might be best avoided for the winter season.
Under the Covers: Samurai Flamenco - Part 1
Samurai Flamenco
A. H. on 21 Dec 2015

We did the robot when our copy of the first half of Samurai Flamenco landed in the office. We can't help but feel that it might have been the wrong choice of celebratory dance...
Under the Covers: Full Metal Panic Ultimate
Full Metal Panic Ultimate Edition
A. H. on 02 Dec 2015

If you need to get your fill of Full Metal Panic, then this Ultimate Edition has everything you need. We open up this hefty package to see what's contained within.
Miyazaki on Trial in The Wind Rises
Miyazaki on trial
Alexander Smit on 27 Nov 2015

The Wind Rises - Hayao Miyazaki's final feature-length film, and also his most controversial. Alexander Smit delves into what this movie has to say about its creator.
Viewster's Kill la Kill Omakase launch box
Kill la Kill Omakase box
A. H. on 21 Nov 2015

We lose our way with Omakase's Kill la Kill launch box from Viewster.
UK Anime Network podcast - November 2015
Autumn 2015 season podcast
A. H. on 18 Nov 2015

We're halfway through the autumn anime season, so Elliot and Andy rope in Dan Barnett to talk about the good and bad of the currently airing shows. Whether it's the heavily objectionable Heavy Object or the beauty of Beautiful Bones, we have it covered!