AMJ Podcast Ep 30 _ w_ Special Guest MarlonsRoom

Overview

This AMJ Podcast episode features a lively discussion with special guest Marlon from Marlon's Room, covering topics including anime origins, WWE wrestling, Power Rangers nostalgia, voice acting, and current trends in anime and wrestling

Key Topics

- Marlon is a father of two, chief of operations at Let's Go Cosplay, and an influencer in the cosplay community.

- He started cosplaying during COVID-19 and has dabbled in voice acting inspired by his kids.

- Marlon’s first anime included *Dragon Ball Z*, *Inuyasha*, and *Sailor Moon*.

- Discussion on favorite characters like Shoshomaru, Deku, and Sasuke.

- Critique of modern anime like *Solo Leveling* for relying heavily on visuals over story depth.

- Praise for anime with strong storytelling and character vulnerability such as *Fullmetal Alchemist* and *Attack on Titan*.

- **WWE Insights**

- Reflections on the Monday Night Wars and WCW’s downfall.

- Opinions on current WWE storylines, praising long-term storytelling but criticizing repetitive rematches.

- Discussion on wrestlers like LA Knight, Seth Rollins, Jey Uso, and the impact of charisma.

- Positive remarks on Triple H’s creative direction and Shawn Michaels running NXT.

- **Power Rangers**

- Fond memories of *Mighty Morphin Power Rangers* and character preferences.

- Comparisons between Power Rangers and WWE wrestlers in a playful "King of the Hill" segment.

- **Voice Acting Journey**

- Marlon’s entry into voice acting through TikTok challenges during the pandemic.

- Plans to expand his presence on social media platforms.

This episode blends pop culture nostalgia with current industry insights, highlighting passion for anime, wrestling, and cosplay communities.