Did You Have To?

A podcast all about the badaptations of your favorite anime. We’re a bi-weekly podcast where our hosts, LaNeysha and Kate, look at the long road of live action anime adaptions and ask the creators, did you have to?

EPISODE 60: We're Back! 02/11/2023

EPISODE 60: We're Back! This week: We're back! /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/25896903

Episode 58: ‘RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness’ 10/16/2021

Episode 58: ‘RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness’ On this new episode Kate and LaNeysha review Netflix’s CG anime series, RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness. The ladies have a lot of thoughts, questions, and notes on this CG limited anime series. They get into to it into it all from the zombie rats, thin ponytails, and various plot holes. RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness is based on canonical elements from the games but also tells an all new original story. The limited 4-episode series is created by animated by Quebico, produced by TMS Entertainment, and is directed by Eiichiro Hasumi. The series also includes a story by Shogo Mutoha and Hasumi with Tony Ishizuka serving as creative advisor and Yugo Kanno as the music composer. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/20835590

Episode 57: ‘Trese’ the Supernatural Anime We Needed 09/18/2021

Episode 57: ‘Trese’ the Supernatural Anime We Needed On episode 57 of Did You Have To? podcast the ladies review the supernatural anime Trese. Coming back from hiatus LaNeysha and Kate return to review and discuss their thoughts on the supernatural anime that combines a crime thriller with horror. Trese is a supernatural crime thriller based on the award-winning Filipino komik written by Budjette Tan and with art by KaJO Baldisimo. Filipino American Jay Oliva is the Executive Director and is written by Tanya Yuson, Zig Marasigan, Mihk Vergara. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/20516672

Episode 56: Castlevania, Season 4 (2021) 06/05/2021

Episode 56: Castlevania, Season 4 (2021) This week, Kate and LaNeysha are back to review the final season of their favorite Western anime, Castlevania. The ladies are thrilled to review the Western anime produced by one of their favorite studios, . This episode full of tons of spoilers as the women of Did You Have To? discuss the plot of Castlevania's final season, the , awesome callbacks from previous seasons, and ultimately how this series raises the bar for how to end a series. We are so excited to announce that But Why Tho? A Geek Community is now an official affiliate partner with Right Stuf Anime! Right Stuf is your store for anime, manga, figures and more. If you enjoy our show, and the But Why Tho Geek Community you can help show us support, when you use our ! /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/19359653

Episode 55: Demon Slayer -Kimetsu No Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train 05/01/2021

Episode 55: Demon Slayer -Kimetsu No Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train They’re back! After a life forced hiatus Neysha and Kate excited to be back talking all about . Finally in the states, the film has smashed record s in Japan and the United States. While Neysha has been on the Demon Slayer Train for 2 years, Kate decided to hop on right before the film’s release and it now reading the manga. In this episode, the women discuss the Mugen Train, what they love about the series, and ultimately why the film hits hard. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/18936893

Episode 54: We Gotta Talk About Blue Flag 03/11/2021

Episode 54: We Gotta Talk About Blue Flag This week, we finally get to talk about our favorite shounen-ai: Blue Flag. In this episode we talk about the romance of the series, how it captures the authentic and messy relationships of high school life, and ultimately how shonen-ai series like Blue Flag can open the conversation for those learning their sexuality. While we've talked a lot about yaoi as a genre, the queer romances often highlighted in those manga are explicit in nature and tend to get shoved into the back of the manga section. But with shounen-ai being distributed through a major publisher like VIZ Media and available on the Shonen Jump app, like Blue Flag, there is an ease of access that can help many looking to see themselves in the medium. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/18290048

Episode 53: We Gotta Talk About Sexy Monsters 03/01/2021

Episode 53: We Gotta Talk About Sexy Monsters Everyone loves a good non-human crush. Maybe it's a demon, a kaiju, an archduke of Hell, you know, a monster. This week we dive into our favorite sexy monsters from anime and manga with the help of Aisha (MommaLuvsManga), content creator and all-around expert on thirsty manga, and Ty, self-proclaimed "monster fucker" and Founder/EIC of Uppercut. As you can guess from the name, this episode isn't to be listened to around the kiddos. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/18130709

Episode 52: Earwig and the Witch (2021) 02/06/2021

Episode 52: Earwig and the Witch (2021) This week we review Earwig and the Witch from Studio Ghibli. In the film, a headstrong orphan discovers a world of spells and potions while living with a selfish witch. Earwig and the Witch aims to continue Studio Ghibli's tradition of pushing the boundaries of animation and storytelling. While the gets close, it feels unfinished. Directed by , written by and , and produced by studio co-founder Toshio Suzuki, with planning from Hayao Miyazaki, the film is based on the novel of the same name by Diana Wynne Jones, the author behind the source material for Howl’s Moving Castle. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/17846381

Episode 51: Cherry Magic! (2020) 01/23/2021

Episode 51: Cherry Magic! (2020) This week, we're back to live-action adaptations, and this time it's the wholesome BL drama Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! Now, at the time of recording, we hadn't watched all 12 episodes and obviously only have access to the English volumes of the manga. We talk about the importance of , how Cherry Magic! hit our hearts, and how it really showcased the depth of the BL genre. We talk about why we love the characters, consent, and more. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/17657093

Episode 50: 2020 in Anime 12/31/2020

Episode 50: 2020 in Anime We've gone around the sun another time and while 2020 was not a good year in the world, it was a great year for anime. To close out the year we have this bonus episode that dives into our favorite series, the series that got us through things, the best boy of the year, waifu of the year, best OT, and more. Beyond that, we talk about how anime helped us get through the year and our accomplishments this year. So let's jump into 2020 in anime. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/17377436

Episode 49: It's Called Hentai, And It's Art 12/26/2020

Episode 49: It's Called Hentai, And It's Art This week on Did You Have To? we dive into hentai. Now, we've been talking about the possibility of this episode for a long time and now with the help of Aisha (MommaLovesManga), host of the The Yaoi Shelf and Yuircast we have an open discussion about the genre but also what it means to be open about it. It should go without saying that while this discussion isn't explicit in nature - i.e. we don't get into specifics - it's probably best to listen with some headphones and away from the kiddos. Like Aisha (@MommaLovesManga)? Make sure to follow her on and check out her ! You can also find her podcasts The and The by clicking on the links. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/17331752

Episode 48: Let's Talk About Endeavor 12/19/2020

Episode 48: Let's Talk About Endeavor Episode 48: Let's Talk about Endeavor is sponsored by Fun.com, the one-stop-shop for pop culture exclusive merch from clothing to toys and more. We've done a lot of talking about My Hero Academia on this podcast. We've talked about Deku's strength and vulnerability, Bakugo's growth into a leader, and now, we're going to talk about Endeavor. More specifically in this episode, we talk about Endeavor, the purpose of redemption arcs, and ultimately is there a difference between redemption and atonement. We dive into Kohei Horikoshi's writing of Endeavor and break down how the mangaka doesn't just focus on making Endeavor likable like most redemption arcs in media. Instead, Horikoshi continually reminds the readers of the abuse that Endeavor has committed and doesn't try to apologize for it with backstories of tragedy. Instead, Horikoshi turns this into a story of atonement and one where Endeavor doesn't expect forgiveness and with some people doesn't receive it. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/17260070

Episode 47: Yaoi 101 11/22/2020

Episode 47: Yaoi 101 This week, we're finally tackling one of our host's favorite genres: Yaoi. In this episode, Kate and Neysha break down what Yaoi is and what it isn't by diving into all the terms used to discuss the genre. BL series can range from the tamer shonen-ai titles, which focus on a younger demographic of readers and resembles the more traditional shojo romances in the will-they-won’t-they kiss sort of way to the more explicit titles that put sexual intimacy at the forefront. That said, these terms tend to be fluid in fandom, and both yaoi and shonen-ai fall under the BL umbrella. We also talk about our favorite BL series, webcomics, and offer up some recommendations for newcomers to the genre. Now, this is just the first of multiple episodes we'll be doing on the topic, so consider this your 101 course. So buckle up and get ready to become proud fujos by the end of the episode. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/16902731

Episode 46: Lupin III: The First (2020) 10/17/2020

Episode 46: Lupin III: The First (2020) Since its announcement Lupin III: The First has had a special place on this podcast. Finally, we got the chance to watch and review the film, which is distributed by GKids Films in the United States. In it, Lupin III returns in an action-packed, continent-spanning adventure, that highlights exactly why he is our favorite "gentleman thief." Lupin III and his colorful underworld companions race to uncover the secrets of the mysterious Bresson Diary, before it falls into the hands of a dark cabal that will stop at nothing to resurrect the Third Reich. Highlighting the very best of heists and adventure film treasure hunts, Lupin III: The First knocks everything out of the park. The gang undertakes trap-filled tombs, aerial escapades, and daring prison escapes with the trademark wit and visual finesse that has made LUPIN THE 3RD one of the most storied animation franchises in the world, in a thrilling new caper that is sure to delight fans old and new. This episode is sponsored by Yaoi Crate. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/16439831

Episode 45: We Have to Talk About Bakugo 10/03/2020

Episode 45: We Have to Talk About Bakugo After Deku's big moment in season 4 of My Hero Academia we needed to talk about the sweet baby boy's journey. Now, after My Hero Academia Chapter 285 of the manga, we have to talk about Bakugo. In this episode, we dive into Bakugo's origin and his growth from bully in friend and hero. While Bakugo is a character that can be polarizing, this episode focusses on how Kohei Horikoshi, the mangaka behind My Hero Academia has gone to great lengths to show Bakugo's guilt and progression towards a teammate and friend that is looking for Deku because he won't look out for himself. With My Hero Academia Chapter 285 we get a chapter of the manga that shows fans Bakugo's true connection with Deku and seals his growth, and puts him in danger. Just so you know, this is a spoiler filled episode. The women don't hold back and things get a little intense as they discuss the vitriol in the fandom towards Bakugo. While he was a bully he is a child, and Horikoshi makes that clear and as such children deserve the space to grow from their actions. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/16258694

Episode 44: Kakegurui (2020) 09/06/2020

Episode 44: Kakegurui (2020) We had the pleasure of covering . By attending the virtual international film festival based in Montreal, we got the rare chance to watch a variety of manga and anime adaptations. The first of our coverage began with Wotakoi and now, we're reviewing the live-action original story: Kakegurui. Based in the world of the manga, published in English by Yen Press by and Toru Naomura of the same name, which was also made into a . The Kakegurui live-action had a lot on its shoulders and in this podcast review, our hosts dig into how it succeeded and where it could have improved. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/15901160

Episode 43: Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku (2020) 08/29/2020

Episode 43: Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku (2020) If you've listened to this podcast then you know that our hosts LaNeysha and Kate are in love with mangaka FUJITA's Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku, a manga published in English by Kodansha Comics USA and an anime currently streaming on Amazon Prime. Now, the wholesome geeky romance is a live-action film. While the film released in Japan earlier this year, it hadn't made it stateside yet which made the Fantasia Fest 2020 International Premiere even more special! /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/15804485

Episode 42: Japan Sinks 2020 08/08/2020

Episode 42: Japan Sinks 2020 This week, LaNeysha and Kate dive deep into the themes of the Netflix Original anime: Japan Sinks 2020. Based on the 1973 novel, Japan Sinks by Sakyo Komatsu. From Science Saru, the studio behind , this is a disaster anime that takes the genre to a whole new level. In the series, an ordinary family is put to the test as a series of massive earthquakes throw Japan into total mayhem, and leads the country to sink. From director Masaaki Yuasa, the series delivers gutwrenching moments that keep its audience on their toes and doesn't allow them to distress over the course of the 10 episodes. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/15534605

INTERVIEW: Anime in America With Yedoye Travis 07/28/2020

INTERVIEW: Anime in America With Yedoye Travis Anime is in the American pop culture mainstream now, and how it got there is a long story. In his new podcast with Crunchyroll, Anime in America, chronicles the . Yedoye is a comedian, actor, and writer from Atlanta, GA. A host for Get in the Robot, he is also the creator and host of the Dark Tank podcast, which AV Club called “one of the most deliciously daring shows of the moment.” Named a New Face at the Montreal Just For Laughs festival in 2017, he has appeared as a guest on networks like BET and Comedy Central, and as a writer for Viceland and Netflix. In this interview, LaNeysha and Kate talk with Yedoye about his anime origin story, Anime in America, and of course whether or not he thinks Neysha will finish all 1000 episodes of One Piece by December 31, 2020. We also get into a discussion about gatekeepers, and why anime is for all of us. Follow Yedoye on Instagram @ProfessorDoye and on Twitter @YedoyeOT /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/15389870

Episode 41: BNA: Brand New Animal (2020) 07/25/2020

Episode 41: BNA: Brand New Animal (2020) In this episode our host dive into the latest Netflix original anime, BNA: Brand New Animal by Studio Trigger. They get into deep discussions on how this anime is a great message for all ages as it explores race, prejudice, and microaggressions. The amazing animation of the action scenes, their favorite characters, and much more. In addition to how the Netflix agenda to turn anime fans into furries continues as Kate and LaNeysha thirst after the handsome white-haired collared leading man of the series. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/15350426

Episode 40: Let's Talk About Himbos 07/05/2020

Episode 40: Let's Talk About Himbos While we love to talk about Shonen protagonists as heroes, one character types needs more love: the himbo. Given the resurgence of himbo discourse on Twitter, Kate and LaNeysha dedicate an entire episode to talking about their favorites himbos in anime. From Son Goku to Jonathon Jostar and Sonosuke Sagara, the women discuss their faves and situate discuss what makes each one a himbo. But wait, this isn't just the normal thirst podcast you'd expect as the women dive into how the trope redefines hyper-masculinity and how these big beefy boys subvert expectations as characters. We discuss the definition of himbo and how its evolved to mean so much more to fans of characters who aren't unintelligent, but rather emotionally aware, loyal, and gullible and what those traits mean to storytelling. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/15091832

Episode 39: Dragon Quest: Your Story (2019) 06/20/2020

Episode 39: Dragon Quest: Your Story (2019) We're back and this week we're reviewing Dragon Quest: Your Story, an adaptation of Dragon Quest V from Square Enix and the manga. But we don't do it alone, we've brought on Gran from . Having spent most of his quarantine time playing through the long Dragon Quest franchise, he brings the expertise to compare this CG animated film to its source material. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/14901986

Episode 38: Manga Book Club - Spy X Family Vol. 1 06/06/2020

Episode 38: Manga Book Club - Spy X Family Vol. 1 In this episode, Kate and LaNeysha kick off their newest segment Manga Book Club with a discussion and review of the action-comedy manga from Spy X Family. Published in English by from mangaka Tatsuya Endo, the series follows world-class spy, codename Twilight, on a top-secret mission to “build a family” in order to prevent a war from breaking out. He takes on the persona of Loid Forger to establish a family to infiltrate a prestigious school and get intel on a target. However, while building his family he unknowingly adopts a daughter with telepathic powers and the woman he agrees to be in a fake marriage with is actually a deadly assassin. This was the perfect manga for Kate and LaNeysha to kick off Manga Book Club. It has everything from great action, good comedy, and an interesting premise this series has instantly become one of their favorite manga of 2020. In this episode, you can listen to the ladies get into their thoughts of Volume 1, their favorite characters, and more. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/14721170

Episode 37: "Now Kiss!" - What We Love and Hate About Romances 05/30/2020

Episode 37: "Now Kiss!" - What We Love and Hate About Romances This week, we're talking all about anime and manga romances - what we love and of course, what we hate. In this episode, we break down how romance in manga differs based on which demographic they're made for and in doing so cover our favorite romances from , josei, and yes, even shonen. We also dive into the tropes that pop up in romances and explain which ones land - like workplace romances - and which ones leave us frustrated - looking at you kissing on the last page of the last chapter of a shojo series. But through it all, we talk about a manga genre that offers up a variety of experiences for readers. Some of the ones we talk about: Toradora, The Artist and The Beast, , Midnight Secretary, Blue Spring Ride, and a bunch more! Be warned though if you're listening with younger weebs in the car or at home - we also tackle the big wide world of josei smut and how it can offer up some of the most problematic and some of the best romances in anime and manga. Now, we don't jump into boys love (yaoi) or girls love (yuri) because we think each of those deserve their own episodes to discuss the dynamics of those romance manga stories. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/14630318

Episode 36: She Finally Watched The Promised Neverland 05/16/2020

Episode 36: She Finally Watched The Promised Neverland If you've been listening to us, then you know that for the longest time Neysha has been trying to get Kate to finish watching the first season of The Promised Neverland. Now, that Kate has watched, this episode is dedicated to breaking down the themes of the series, discussing how Sister Krohn's design is rooted in anti-blackness, and discussing the potential pitfalls that the live-action adaptation will face by aging up the characters. SPOILER WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for both the anime and manga. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/14447723

Episode 35: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable Chapter I (2018) 05/02/2020

Episode 35: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable Chapter I (2018) This week, the baddest bitches in anime are back with help from JJBA superfan, Cidnya, from CidnyaReads. In this episode, the trio dive into the live action adaptation of from VIZ Media and directed by . In JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable Chapter I a teen gifted with supernatural powers, Josuke Higashikata () discovers evil lurking within his town and mysteries within his bloodline. He learns about the world of stands, his power, and the motives of the evil claiming lives across the town. With insane visuals and even wilder fashion this adaptation is right up Miike's alley. We've now covered four of his films, Blade of the Immortal, Ace Attorney, Yakuza Apocalypse, and now, Jojo. While we critique and talk about the film itself, we also go in deep on the manga's inspirations, how to watch the long series, and into which boys are best boys in the Jojo world. And don't worry, there's also a lot of our signature thirst. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/14253743

Episode 34: My Hero Academia, Season 4 (2020) 04/11/2020

Episode 34: My Hero Academia, Season 4 (2020) The baddest bitches in anime are back this week to review one of their favorite anime series: My Hero Academia. This week, LaNeysha and Kate dive into My Hero Academia's season four and discuss the major growth each character undergoes from start to finish. In this full spoiler review, the two break down the Overhaul Arc, the School Festival Arc, and talk about how thigh daddy Endeavor seems not to be such trash - even though we really know he is. This season had a lot on its plate and with the so many side characters getting moments to shine, how do you think the women felt about My Hero Academia Season four's big moments? This week we're also announcing ANIME BOOK CLUB! The DYHT Anime Book Club will pick a different manga volume every month to read along with our listeners and discuss when the volume drops. For our inaugural discussion, we're reading Spy × Family! /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/13948889

Episode 33: Beastars (2020) - Are We Furries Now? 03/28/2020

Episode 33: Beastars (2020) - Are We Furries Now? This week our hosts dive into the world of , the Netflix Original anime from studio Orange and ask the questions: are we furries now? While the anime has been out in Japan since late last year, the high school romance-mystery-thriller-drama anime made its way to the States earlier this month. In this episode, we discuss what we love about the Beastars anime, why we both felt like we needed to read the next 100 chapters of manga immediately after finishing the season, and even get into a conversation about codeswitching as Black and brown women in white spaces. But of course, in our usual style we also thirst over the tall broad gray wolf, and discuss the hornier elements of the Beastars anime before we jump into the interesting questions the series answers and discuss what happens later in the manga. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/13739951

Episode 32: Castlevania, Season 3 (2020) 03/06/2020

Episode 32: Castlevania, Season 3 (2020) This week, Kate and LaNeysha are going back to one of their favorite Western anime, , as the review season three of the hit series from one of their favorite animation studios, . You've heard them thirst over Seis Manos, and of course all the other tall and broad men in anime, but you haven't seen anything yet. But don't worry, this episode isn't all thirst. This episode is filled to the brim with spoilers as the women of Did You Have To? discuss Castlevania season three's character arcs, how the show treats its women, the way the show shows intimacy and how it's used as another form of power, and ultimately where they feel the story will go in the future. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/13443143

Episode 31: My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising (2020) 02/27/2020

Episode 31: My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising (2020) The students of Class 1-A are our children here at Did You Have To? and this week, we all got to see them rise in . This week, we review the newest feature film in the anime franchise and discuss the impact that it will have on shonen. Already the heir to the shonen throne, LaNeysha and Kate talk about how the rivalry between Bakugo and Midoriya has surpassed those featured in the Big Three, their favorite fights, and what they took away from the film. /episode/index/show/didyouhaveto/id/13323986

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