About Kevin T. Rodriguez
Kevin is an accomplished blogger and pop culture writer! Having written about the manga and anime industry since 2004, he's written a wide variety of stories! He has even interviewed legends like Stan Lee and Trigun creator Yashiro Nightow! Ask him a question about Oscars as well!
Why Was Dragon Ball Z Kai Censored in Japan?
When Dragon Ball Z Kai aired in Japan it aired with some mild censorship. What TV changes were forced upon the classic series?
Why Did America’s First Weekly Manga Anthology Fail so Miserably?
Why did America's first (and only) weekly manga anthology fail to find an audience?
Why Did Disney Refuse to Release This Studio Ghibli Film?
While Disney Studios would release most of the Studio Ghibli films they acquired, they refused to release one film for a very specific reason.
The Hit Anime Disney Regretted Airing on Disney XD
In 2009 Disney decided to acquire the television rights to an iconic anime. But things didn't exactly go as planned.
The Final Fantasy Anime That Started as a Huge Hit Only to be Cancelled Mid-Season
Final Fantasy Unlimited was supposed to be a huge hit for Square-Enix. Instead, it was canceled mid-season. What happened?
What Was the First Anime to be Released on DVD?
The DVD format was a boon for the anime industry, but what was the first title to actually be released on the format?
How Dragon Ball Z Kai Got Into Legal Trouble Over its Music
While it was a fun idea to remake Dragon Ball Z into Dragon Ball Z Kai, producers weren’t laughing when the new score wound up in legal controversy.
The Problematic Ending of Cardcaptor Sakura
Everyone loves Cardcaptor Sakura, yet the ending of the series created problems for fans of the franchise.
What Started the Dub vs. Sub Debate?
The Dub vs Sub debate might cause contention among some anime fans, but what started the discussion in the first place?
What Prompted Studio Ghibli Fans to Almost Boycott the Princess Mononoke DVD?
In 1999 Studio Ghibli fans were excited to buy Princess Mononoke on DVD, Until a major problem prompted fans to consider a boycott of the product.
Is Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero Canon?
As interesting as it is, should Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero be considered canon or just an elaborate piece of fanservice?
Why Has One of the Biggest Anime Never Caught on in America?
The anime is considered one of the top ten greatest animes of all time. So why has it never caught on in America?
Now that Crunchyroll is the Biggest Anime Service, How Can it Improve?
Crunchyroll is the biggest anime streaming service out there, yet the company has many ways it can improve the quality of the service for fans.
How the Sonic X Anime Got the Video Game Actors Fired
While Sonic X is a show that many Sonic fans have fond memories of, it is also responsible for the video game actors losing their jobs.
Why Was Taco Bell Forced to Pull a Cardcaptor Sakura Promotion?
When Taco Bell decided to promote Cardcaptor Sakura with a kids meal promotion, there was an unexpected controversy forcing the toys to be pulled.
How Anime at the Box Office is Helping Adult Animation
With multiple anime films premiering at the number one spot at the box office, the myth that adults won’t watch animation is being proven false.
The Legal Hurdle Hayao Miyazaki’s First Movie Had to Avoid
Hayao Miyazaki’s films are embraced worldwide, yet his first film faced issues due to legal complications.
Why the First Season Finale of Sailor Moon Is More Emotional for Adults than Kids
The final episode of the first season of Sailor Moon is emotional, but it may have a deeper meaning for adults than kids.
Did You Know That The Final Sega Saturn Game Was Based on an Anime?
The Sega Saturn's final game might not be all that well known, but fans of obscure anime might be familiar with it.
What Free Streaming Services Have Anime (That Are Legal)?
Rising costs of streaming services have you feeling squeezed? If you're an anime fan, there are legal services where you can stream anime for free!