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2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards Predictions + Yu-Gi-Oh, Seasonal Anime & BionicleWhile Mike is away, Cole and Jay take it upon themselves to start an annual tradition. This week, join 2/3rds of AniPro as they analyze and predict who will win the 2026 Crunchyroll awards!Also, Cole's got the dueling bug, Jay's watching shows, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro, Seasonal Anime & Card Game Nostalgia14:54 - Childhood Toys, VHS Tapes & Media Evolution35:02 - Mailbag: Evolving Anime Cinematography42:46 - The Crunchyroll Awards: Mid-Year Rant & Intro51:49 - Music & Sequences: Endings, Openings, Scores & Songs01:08:29 - Character Awards: Must Protect, Supporting & Main01:16:16 - Genre Battles: Slice of Life, Drama, Isekai & Action01:25:35 - Comedy, Romance & Technical Achievements01:42:49 - Series Awards: Original, New & Continuing01:51:29 - The Big Ones: Film & Anime of the Year01:58:18 - Wrapping Up & Next Time on AniProSupport AniPro:PatreonMailbagTokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 offFollow & Subscribe:X / TwitterInstagramDiscordNext Reviews:Manga: Akane Banashi → Magical Girl DandelionAnime: Neon Genesis Evangelion → Now and Then, Here and ThereMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us!