Author: gendomike

Michael lives in the Los Angeles area, and has been into anime since he saw Neon Genesis Evangelion in 1999. Some of his favorite shows include Full Metal Alchemist, Honey and Clover, and Welcome to the NHK!. Since 2003 he has gone to at least one anime convention every year. A public radio junkie, which naturally led to podcasting, he now holds a seminary degree and is looking to become Dr. Rev. Otaku Bible Man any day now. Michael can be reached at mike.huang@animediet.net. You can also find his Twitter account at @gendomike.
Posted in Anime Reviews

Clannad After Story 2 – Punching Bag

Because that’s what Sunohara has always been, and will be always. Especially in this episode, which kicks off a mini-arc that may yet end in…

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Posted in Anime Reviews Face Off Review

Face Off 2: Mike and Ray on Eve no Jikan and Its Issues

Another dialogue, this time about the issues raised by Eve no Jikan. As you can see this is going to become a regular series. Mike:…

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First Look Fair: ef-a tale of melodies

ef is a state of mind, and requires a certain state of mind to really absorb and accept. This episode starts the process–with stronger artsiness…

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Posted in Editorials

A Visit to Royal-T: LA’s Maid Cafe

This afternoon, my anime club Anime Souffle took a visit to Royal-T–the LA area’s only maid cafe. It’s my first experience at any kind of…

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First Look Fair: Clannad After Story

Welcome back to the moe? An episode that served more like a reintroduction to all the major characters shows some subtle differences from the first…

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Posted in Conventions New York Anime Festival

NYAF Video Diary, Day 2

Here’s day 2 of Anime Diet’s coverage for New York Anime Festival. Here you can see highlights of the blogging panel (y’all have already seen…

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