Slice of Anime Life With Andrew and Dallas – Episode 18 “One Piece Live Action Trailer Reviews & Our Possible Concerns” (February 11, 2026)

In Episode 18, Andrew and Dallas dive headfirst into the hype as we prepare for the One Piece Live Action Season 2 trailer, set to drop in just about a month. We break down what we hope to see, what we’re genuinely excited for, and a few lingering concerns that come with adapting one of anime’s most beloved arcs to live action. From tone and casting expectations to action, pacing, and world-building, we lay it all on the table as lifelong fans.

Beyond One Piece, we also look ahead at what 2026 has in store for anime fans, including Beastars’ upcoming March release, rumors and possibilities surrounding Black Clover’s return this year, and excitement for My Hero Academia’s time-skip special arriving in May. To round things out, Dallas shares first impressions of a new personal favorite, Trapped in a Dating Sim: The World of Otome Games Is Tough for a Mob, and why it unexpectedly hooked him.

It’s an episode packed with speculation, hype, cautious optimism, and plenty of anime tangents—perfect for fans counting down to the next big releases.

It’s time to celebrate the best (and most unforgettable) anime of the year! In Part 2 of our 2025 anime journey, Andrew and Dallas officially present the 2025 Slice of Anime Life Awards—our end-of-year award show honoring the shows, characters, moments, and vibes that defined anime for us this year.

From Anime of the Year and Best New Series to emotional damage, comfort picks, and the infamous “Why Am I Like This?” award, we break down our nominees, debate the winners, and give honest, unfiltered takes along the way. Expect laughs, disagreements, nostalgia, and plenty of passion as we crown our personal best of 2025.

Whether you watched everything we did or are looking for new recommendations, this episode is a celebration of what made anime in 2025 special—and a perfect capstone to our year-in-review.

In this special Part 1 episode, Andrew and Dallas sit down to reflect on their anime journey throughout 2025—the shows that defined the year, the surprises that caught them off guard, and how their tastes continued to evolve as fans. From long-running favorites to new discoveries, we break down what we watched, what stuck with us, and the moments that made this year in anime feel personal.

This episode is all about reflection, growth, and vibes—how anime fit into our lives in 2025, what hit emotionally, and what kept us coming back week after week. Whether you’ve been watching alongside us or are just jumping in, this episode sets the stage for our end-of-year celebration.

👉 In Part 2, we’ll cap things off with the 2025 Slice of Anime Life Awards, handing out our own categories and crowning the best of the year—so don’t miss it!