AnimEighties - A Retro Anime Podcast
Two Canadian hosts surprise each other with a retro anime—from classics to trash—and review it with comedic, often crude, banter.
This is a 'blind reaction' review show where two friends dig up retro anime, often obscure or infamous, to surprise one another. The discussion is split into two parts: a pre-watch segment based on the premise and promotional materials, and a post-watch review filled with jokes, analysis of dated tropes, and appreciation for the era's animation.
“The 'surprise' format, where one host genuinely doesn't know what they're about to watch, creates authentic first-impression comedy. Unlike more academic anime podcasts, the focus is squarely on entertainment and the hosts' unfiltered, often hilarious, reactions.”
Who hosts this show
AnimEighties is a weekly podcast from Canada hosted by Mack (Mackenzie) and Lindsey. They explore and review anime primarily from the 80s and 90s, covering everything from iconic classics and hidden gems to "hot garbage". The show's format involves one host surprising the other with the anime of the week, leading to a comedic discussion based on first impressions, followed by a full review after watching.
Other ventures
- YouTube Channel
- Website with articles/rankings
- Neon Genesis Evangelion Watchthrough series
- Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou project
What kind of podcast
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- north america
When new episodes drop
- 01Kizuna - Yaoi but with Swords... kind of...Jun 23, 2026 · 41 min
- 02Revolutionary Girl Utena: The Adolescence of Utena (Film Review)Jun 16, 2026 · 1h 14m
- 03Simoun - A Yuri Anime About WarJun 12, 2026 · 46 min
- 04FAKE - 90's Murder Mystery Yaoi AnimeJun 12, 2026 · 50 min
- 05Princess Nine | A 90s Baseball Anime With HeartMay 31, 2026 · 54 min
- 06The Worst Rated Mystery Anime In HistoryMay 19, 2026 · 58 min
- 07Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro | A Classic Anime FilmMay 12, 2026 · 52 min
- 08Silent Mobius (1998) | Anime ReviewMay 12, 2026 · 1h 01m
Notable episodes
- 01Revolutionary Girl Utena: The Adolescence of Utena (Film Review)
A review from their Pride Month series where the hosts discuss the film's dense symbolism, Yuri themes, and the infamous scene where Utena transforms into a car.
- 02Kizuna - Yaoi but with Swords... kind of...
An example of the hosts tackling 'hot garbage,' this episode covers a '90s Boys' Love OVA with a bizarre tonal shift and problematic themes.
- 03Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro | A Classic Anime Film
Showcases one host (Mack) experiencing a foundational anime franchise for the first time, a common occurrence on the show.
- 04Simoun - A Yuri Anime About War
Highlights the 'surprise' format well, as the hosts react to the unique gender dynamics and world-building of a lesser-known 2006 Yuri series.
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a two-host comedy discussion, not an interview show. Episodes open with a stylized VHS-themed intro and often a guessing game to reveal the anime. The hosts, Mack and Lindsey, have a dynamic of one presenting the anime while the other reacts, with the roles swapping week to week.
Signature segments
- · Retro VHS-style intro
- · Guess the anime segment
- · Pre-watch and post-watch review structure
- · Themed months (e.g., Pride Month)
- · Fan-voted episodes
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show is exclusively co-hosted by Mack and Lindsey and does not feature guests.
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is supported by listeners via Patreon, which offers access to bonus content and ad-free episodes.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- What are the hosts' names?
- The hosts are Mack (or Mackenzie) and Lindsey.
- What is the podcast's format?
- It's a co-hosted comedic review show. One host surprises the other with a retro anime, and they discuss it before and after watching.
- Is AnimEighties an interview podcast?
- No, it is a discussion show between the two hosts and does not feature guests.
- How can I support the show?
- The podcast has a Patreon which provides access to bonus content, ad-free episodes, and more.
- What kind of anime do they review?
- They focus on 80s and 90s anime, including well-known films, obscure OVAs, and series that are considered both good and bad.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, it is updated weekly.
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