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• 🎸Given Movies Double Feature Recap with Hot Scenes & Hot Takes (Sorry, Mafuyu) 🎤

  This episode, Valsaraptor and DokiDokiBunBun hit the theater for the Given movie double feature—and we have some opinions. From angst-filled concerts to quiet crushes and awkward pacing, we break down both films with our usual chaotic love and a lot of spicy commentary. 🎤🔥We talk about the highs (Akihiko actually apologizing??), the lows (Haruki’s storyline deserves better), and the tonal whiplash between the two films. (Hot take: the first movie was better.)Also? We didn’t love the animation. And we’re just gonna say it: Given might’ve worked better as one strong movie—or a short series—than trying to stretch into two uneven films. 👀Expect hot takes, big feelings, and absolutely no chill when it comes to The Thirsty Desert Scene™ (you’ll know it when you see it).Whether you’re a longtime stan, a soundtrack simp, or just confused why your faves barely speak in the second film—this episode’s for you..✨ Follow for More Anime & Manga Content🎥 YouTube: GirlsGaysAnimeshttps://www.youtube.com/@GirlsGaysAnimes🎵 TikTok: @GirlsGaysAnimeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@girlsgaysanimes📸 Instagram: @GirlsGaysAnimeshttps://www.instagram.com/girlsgaysanimes✨ Shopping Recommendations👕 Notice Me Senpai Shirt – KDM Anime Shirts (Use code GGA for 10% off!)https://shop.kdmvintage.com/?ref=GGA👕 Sick Yaoi Merch – Kaiban Zero (Use code GGA for 10% off!)https://tr.ee/TniJrRCNvq📚 Yuri & Yaoi Recs – Benable Manga Listhttps://www.benable.com/GirlsGaysAnimes🎮 Gaming & More🎮 Twitch: GirlsGaymesAnimeshttps://www.twitch.tv/girlsgaymesanimes🎧 Spotify: Podcast Episodeshttps://tr.ee/AanyE4I3Qu🔗 Linktree: All Linkshttps://linktr.ee/girlsgaysanimes🏷️ Tags & HashtagsTags: Given anime, Given movie, Given Hiiragi Mix, Given Uragawa no Sonzai, Given BL movie, Haruki and Akihiko, Mafuyu and Uenoyama, Hiiragi and Shizusumi, BL anime, boys love anime, queer anime, music anime, emotional anime, shonen ai, Valsaraptor podcast, Dokidokibunbun, anime podcast, queer media podcast, hot takes anime, anime movie reaction, GirlsGaysAnimesHashtags: #GivenAnime #GivenMovie #HiiragiMix #BLAnime #YaoiAnime #ShonenAi #QueerAnime #BoysLove #AnimeHotTakes #AnimeInTheaters #MafuyuSato #UenoyamaRitsuka #AkihikoKaji #HarukiNakayama #GirlsGaysAnimes #AnimePodcast #QueerPodcast #GayAnime #EmoBandBL #MusicAnime #Dokidokibunbun #GivenReaction #AnimeDoubleFeature #BLDiscourse

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• 🌈 Polyamory, Pastels & All the Queer Love in Boyfriends by Refrainbow 💘

  This week on the podcast, Valsaraptor teams up with Courtney from Delusional Boyfriend Bookclub to explore the pastel-colored chaos of the iconic Webtoon, Boyfriends by Refrainbow.We go deep on the entire cast—including the super cute Girlfriends! We unpack each character’s archetype, break down their dynamics within the polycule, and talk headcanons, tropes, and everything we love about this slice-of-life, queer celebration of found family and romance. We even do a "live" opening of exclusive Refrainbow Patreon art (Courtney brought surprises!)—yes, you’ll hear our real-time reactions and squeals 💖We also touch on the existing discourse around the series—what fans are saying online, the mixed responses it gets, and how that’s shaped its place in queer webcomic fandom.Whether you’re a longtime fan, a curious newcomer, or someone who just loves messy, pastel polycules and chaotic queer romance—this one’s for you!✨ Follow for More Anime & Manga Content🎥 YouTube: GirlsGaysAnimeshttps://www.youtube.com/@GirlsGaysAnimes🎵 TikTok: @GirlsGaysAnimeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@girlsgaysanimes📸 Instagram: @GirlsGaysAnimeshttps://www.instagram.com/girlsgaysanimes✨ Shopping Recommendations👕 Notice Me Senpai Shirt – KDM Anime Shirts (Use code GGA for 10% off!)https://shop.kdmvintage.com/?ref=GGA👕 Sick Yaoi Merch – Kaiban Zero (Use code GGA for 10% off!)https://tr.ee/TniJrRCNvq📚 Yuri & Yaoi Recs – Benable Manga Listhttps://www.benable.com/GirlsGaysAnimes🎮 Gaming & More🎮 Twitch: GirlsGaymesAnimeshttps://www.twitch.tv/girlsgaymesanimes🎧 Spotify: Podcast Episodeshttps://tr.ee/AanyE4I3Qu🔗 Linktree: All Linkshttps://linktr.ee/girlsgaysanimes🏷️ Tags & HashtagsTags: Boyfriends Webtoon, Refrainbow, Webtoon analysis, queer comics, LGBTQIA+ media, polyamory, slice of life, webcomic fandom, character deep dive, pastel aesthetic, Delusional Boyfriend Bookclub, GirlsGaysAnimes, Valsaraptor podcast, BL webtoon, queer romance podcast, indie comics, problematic faves, queer polycule, webcomic commentaryHashtags:#BoyfriendsWebtoon #Refrainbow #WebtoonPodcast #QueerComics #Polyamory #LGBTQMedia #QueerRomance #SliceOfLifeComics #WebcomicLove #BLWebtoon #PodcastRecommendations #GirlsGaysAnimes #MangaPodcast #AnimePodcast #WebtoonFans #QueerStorytelling #BLManga #BLManhwa #Yaoi

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• 🌹 Episode 2: Straight Dudes vs. Ouran High School Host Club ☕(Part 2)

  What happens when two straight guys step into the chaotic, rose-petal-filled world of Ouran High School Host Club? This week, I (Valsaraptor) am joined by BitkingDT and Frankfurter (from Bakaco Podcast) to break down their reactions to this beloved reverse harem classic.We dive into favorite ships, the fandom’s most popular pairings (determined by the sacred texts of fanfiction archives), and the super secret ship—the one even the mangaka shipped (bet you didn’t know about that one 👀). We also gush over everything we love about Ouran Academy, the beloved boys (and girl) of the Host Club, and—seriously—what even is a Host Club?Plus, we talk about how Ouran plays with gender, romance, and queer themes, and how sometimes the subtext is just text.Grab your cup of commoner coffee (or a plate of fancy tuna) and tune in!✨ Follow for More Anime & Manga Content🎥 YouTube: GirlsGaysAnimes🎵 TikTok: @GirlsGaysAnimes – memes, outfit/manga/manhua/anime reviews & recs📸 Instagram: @GirlsGaysAnimes – manga & anime recs✨ Shopping Recommendations👕 Notice Me Senpai Shirt: KDM Anime Shirts (Use code GGA for 10% off!)📚 Manga Recs: Benable Manga Recommendations🎮 Gaming & More🎮 Twitch: GirlsGaymesAnimes – gaming content & playthroughs🎧 Spotify: Podcast Episodes🔗 Linktree: GirlsGaysAnimes💌 Contact Details: via Linktree📌 Tags : Anime Podcast, Manga Podcast, Queer Anime, Anime for Queer Audiences, Ouran High School Host Club, Straight Guys React, Anime Reactions, LGBTQ+ Anime, Reverse Harem Anime, BL Anime, Boys Love, Fujoshi Culture, Shojo Anime, Anime Shipping, Anime Fandom, Anime Ship Wars, Tamaki Suoh, Haruhi Fujioka, Kyoya Ootori, Hikaru Hitachiin, Kaoru Hitachiin, Host Club Anime, Fanfiction Culture, AO3, Popular Anime Ships, LGBTQ+ Podcast, Podcast for Anime Lovers#️⃣ Hashtags: #AnimePodcast #QueerAnime #BLAnime #AnimeFandom #OuranHostClub #LGBTQPodcast #MangaPodcast #AnimeShips #FanfictionCulture #OHSHC #AnimeChat

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• 🌹 Straight Guy Tries - Episode 2: Ouran High School Host Club ☕(Part 1)

  What happens when two straight guys step into the chaotic, rose-petal-filled world of Ouran High School Host Club? This week, I (Valsaraptor) am joined by BitkingDT and Frankfurter (from Bakaco Podcast) to break down their reactions to this beloved reverse harem classic.We dive into favorite ships, the fandom’s most popular pairings (determined by the sacred texts of fanfiction archives), and the super secret ship—the one even the mangaka shipped (bet you didn’t know about that one 👀). We also gush over everything we love about Ouran Academy, the beloved boys (and girl) of the Host Club, and—seriously—what even is a Host Club?Plus, we talk about how Ouran plays with gender, romance, and queer themes, and how sometimes the subtext is just text.Grab your cup of commoner coffee (or a plate of fancy tuna) and tune in!✨ Follow for More Anime & Manga Content🎥 YouTube: GirlsGaysAnimes🎵 TikTok: @GirlsGaysAnimes – memes, outfit/manga/manhua/anime reviews & recs📸 Instagram: @GirlsGaysAnimes – manga & anime recs✨ Shopping Recommendations👕 Notice Me Senpai Shirt: KDM Anime Shirts (Use code GGA for 10% off!)📚 Manga Recs: Benable Manga Recommendations🎮 Gaming & More🎮 Twitch: GirlsGaymesAnimes – gaming content & playthroughs🎧 Spotify: Podcast Episodes🔗 Linktree: GirlsGaysAnimes💌 Contact Details: via Linktree📌 Tags : Anime Podcast, Manga Podcast, Queer Anime, Anime for Queer Audiences, Ouran High School Host Club, Straight Guys React, Anime Reactions, LGBTQ+ Anime, Reverse Harem Anime, BL Anime, Boys Love, Fujoshi Culture, Shojo Anime, Anime Shipping, Anime Fandom, Anime Ship Wars, Tamaki Suoh, Haruhi Fujioka, Kyoya Ootori, Hikaru Hitachiin, Kaoru Hitachiin, Host Club Anime, Fanfiction Culture, AO3, Popular Anime Ships, LGBTQ+ Podcast, Podcast for Anime Lovers#️⃣ Hashtags: #AnimePodcast #QueerAnime #BLAnime #AnimeFandom #OuranHostClub #LGBTQPodcast #MangaPodcast #AnimeShips #FanfictionCulture #OHSHC #AnimeChat

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• 🖋️ Where to Read, What to Avoid, and Why We Love Fanfiction ✨

  Ever fallen down the rabbit hole of fanfiction? We have, and we’re taking you with us! In this episode, Valsaraptor, DokiDokiBunBun, and Mim break down where to find fanfics, the different types out there, and the unspoken rules of fandom culture.From Fifty Shades of Grey to H.P. Lovecraft, Star Trek, and yes—even My Immortal—we explore how fanfiction has shaped pop culture, including books and movies that technically started as fanfic. We also dive into fanfiction culture in Japan (doujinshi), the unexpected origins of some iconic stories, and the things you wish you didn’t know (dead dove, lemon/lime...).Of course, we can’t talk about fanfiction without mentioning My Hero Academia, Jujutsu Kaisen, and the chaotic ships that come with them (Bakugo stans, we see you). We also discuss LGBTQ+ representation in fanfiction, why AO3 and Wattpad remain go-to platforms, and how MLM and WLW stories thrive in fandom spaces.Whether you’re a reader, writer, or just morbidly curious, this one’s for you!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~✨ Follow for More Anime & Manga Content🎥 YouTube: GirlsGaysAnimes (youtube.com/@GirlsGaysAnimes)🎵 TikTok: GirlsGaysAnimes for memes, outfit/manga/manhua/anime reviews, and recommendations (tiktok.com/@girlsgaysanimes)📸 Instagram: GirlsGaysAnimes for manga and anime recommendations (instagram.com/girlsgaysanimes)✨ Shopping Recommendations👕 Notice Me Senpai Shirt: KDM Anime Shirts (shop.kdmvintage.com/?ref=GGA) (Use code GGA for 10% off!)📚 Manga Recs: Benable Manga Recommendations (benable.com/GirlsGaysAnimes)🎮 Gaming & More🎮 Twitch: GirlsGaymesAnimes for gaming content and playthroughs (twitch.tv/girlsgaymesanimes)🎧 Spotify: Podcast Episodes (tr.ee/AanyE4I3Qu)🔗 Linktree: GirlsGaysAnimes (linktr.ee/girlsgaysanimes)💌 Contact Details: Linktree📌 Tags: fanfiction, fanfic culture, anime, manga, doujinshi, anime podcast, manga podcast, fandom, otaku, anime community, book adaptations, yaoi, yuri, shonen, shojo, anime recommendations, harry potter fanfic, my immortal, star trek, 50 shades of grey, wattpad, ao3, archive of our own, dead dove do not eat, LGBTQ+, MLM, WLW, My Hero Academia, Jujutsu Kaisen, Bakugo, Itadori#fanfiction #anime #manga #doujinshi #animepodcast #mangapodcast #fandom #otaku #animecommunity #booktok #fanfic #ao3 #wattpad #myimmortal #harrypotterfanfic #50shadesofgrey #starwars #startrek #yaoi #yuri #shonen #shojo #mha #bnha #jujutsukaisen #bakugo #itadori #mlm #wlw #lgbtq

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