17 - Self-Confidence Unlocked! Your Guide to Leveling Up

20.5 - Top 5 Hottest Villains You Love To Hate - Anime 5x5

Sure, we all love a good heart-throb of a hero. The wholesomeness. The altruism. The bravery. But there's just something about a character that could AND WOULD ruin your life that just... hits different.  And here are the top 5 HOTTEST anime villains that we would let ruin your lives. Welcome to the Anime 5x5! Where I give you 5 points on an anime related topic in under 5 minutes. Email me or send me a DM if you have a topic that you want me to tackle in under 5 minutes! I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below: Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elevatedxotaku  •Visit My Website at: www.elevatedxotaku.com •Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatedxotaku/ •Follow Me on Bluesky: BlueSkyhttps://bsky.app/profile/elevatedxotaku.bsky.social•Follow  •Follow Me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@elevatedxotaku •Email Me at: elevatedxotaku@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------ *WANT ME AS YOUR LIFE COACH? Schedule a free discovery call here:https://stargazerlifecoaching.com/

Ep. 20 - Thanks for the Memories - A 2025 Anime Recap

Happy New Year, Nerds and Nerdettes—we survived. Barely. But we made it.  In this end-of-year wrap-up episode of ElevatedOtaku, We're looking back on the anime that defined her 2025—the bangers, the disappointments, the unexpected obsessions, and the shows that absolutely did hit the mark.... I also have some guest appearances from some lovely listeners and Creators below. Check em out! Kaleidoscope Chick on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kaleidoscopechick?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== ------------------------------------------------------- OldTaku Jedi on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/oldtakujedi?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== ------------------------------------------------------- Debarius J - aka The Black Jiraiya on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theblackjiraya/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below: Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elevatedxotaku  •Visit My Website at: www.elevatedxotaku.com •Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatedxotaku/ •Follow Me on Bluesky: BlueSkyhttps://bsky.app/profile/elevatedxotaku.bsky.social•Follow  •Follow Me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@elevatedxotaku •Email Me at: elevatedxotaku@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------ *WANT ME AS YOUR LIFE COACH? Schedule a free discovery call here:https://stargazerlifecoaching.com/

19 - The Dark Side of "Nakama" - How to Navigate a Toxic Friendship

In this episode, we’re diving into the dark side of nakama — aka the toxic friendships that drain your energy faster than Cell slurped up android 18. From manipulators and mooches to jealous rivals and emotional vampires, we’re breaking down the biggest anime friendship red flags and how to spot the villains hiding in your friend group. Get ready for boundary-setting tips, drama-free exit strategies (no Sasuke rooftop speeches required), and 3 anime recommendations that can teach us about avoiding toxic friends IRL. Protect your peace, level up your party, and stop letting side characters ruin your main character arc. Plus, Listen Up for a chance to win some cool merch from your favorite anime! I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below: Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elevatedxotaku  •Visit My Website at: www.elevatedxotaku.com •Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatedxotaku/ •Follow Me on Bluesky: BlueSkyhttps://bsky.app/profile/elevatedxotaku.bsky.social•Follow  •Follow Me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@elevatedxotaku •Email Me at: elevatedxotaku@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------ *WANT ME AS YOUR LIFE COACH? Schedule a free discovery call here:https://stargazerlifecoaching.com/

18 - Don't Look Behind You - Terrifying Japanese Horror Tales and Anime Recs

The days are getting shorter, while the shadows grow longer...so that must mean it's that time of year again...Spooky Season! So, dim the lights, find a blanket to hide under, and whatever you do...don't look away!  In today's Special Halloween Episode, we're crossing into the spirit world with three chilling Japanese Urban Legends, and three horror anime recommendations that'll have you checking every shadow in your room.  So, come closer, my lovelies, and let me guide you into a world of ghosts, yokai, and demons, and we'll see if your courage can hold out until the end.  Listen.....if you dare... --------------------------------------------------- If you want to see me at our Geeky Halloween party in Dallas on November 1st, use the CashApp link below to buy your tickets! 🎃✨ Geek’d Up Halloween Party — Nov 1st, 9PM–2AM! ✨🎃 Halloween’s not over ‘til the nerds say so! Come join me at the ultimate post-Halloween party  🕹️ $20 tickets now ($25 at the door) 🍸 Bar + catered food + sweet treats 🎭 3 costume contests (with prizes!) 🛍️ Merch & tattoo vendors 🎙️ And yes… **Yours Truly** will be there hosting some fun activities  Grab your crew, your best cosplay/costume, and your tickets at the cashapp link below: https://cash.app/%24geekygirlDallas?fbclid=IwdGRjcANobItjbGNrA2hsf2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEeXWUY-7npUrnuwtT4nsp9XKzJ8A7WTCk7vW5GDXk1YXbo8_tA6O0HWf9_29U_aem_-TYcZUi0XzD2fS91RYR2Pw Hope to see you there! I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below: Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elevatedxotaku  •Visit My Website at: www.elevatedxotaku.com •Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatedxotaku/ •Follow Me on Bluesky: BlueSkyhttps://bsky.app/profile/elevatedxotaku.bsky.social•Follow  •Follow Me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@elevatedxotaku •Email Me at: elevatedxotaku@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------ *WANT ME AS YOUR LIFE COACH? Schedule a free discovery call here:https://stargazerlifecoaching.com/

17 - Self-Confidence Unlocked! Your Guide to Leveling Up

Confidence isn’t about being the loudest one in the room or having sparkly protagonist energy 24/7. It's about building trust in yourself—even when the stakes feel high and the self-doubt hits harder than Truck-Kun.   In this episode, we unpack what confidence actually is, what it isn't, and how to boost yours up - Because confidence isn't something you're born with...It's something you train for! Not to mention Anime recommendations to get you in a friendly mood! Plus, Listen in for a chance to win some cool merch from your favorite anime! I'm ElevatedXOtaku on everything - click the links below: Check out everything here: *LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elevatedxotaku  •Visit My Website at: www.elevatedxotaku.com •Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatedxotaku/ •Follow Me on Bluesky: BlueSkyhttps://bsky.app/profile/elevatedxotaku.bsky.social•Follow  •Follow Me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@elevatedxotaku •Email Me at: elevatedxotaku@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------ *WANT ME AS YOUR LIFE COACH? Schedule a free discovery call here:https://stargazerlifecoaching.com/