On January 16th, 2025, the world lost one of the greats; American filmmaker David Lynch passed away at the age of 78, leaving behind a decades-long career of truly unique films and television series' including Twin Peaks, Eraserhead, Mulholland Drive, Blue Velvet, Inland Empire, and many more. Many of us at Third Impact are big fans of Lynch's work, and Sully wanted to take some time to reflect on his life, his art, and his influence on various anime and Japanese video games over the years. Joining us are two returning friends, Drew and Emma of Sideburns and Cigarettes: A Lupin the Third Podcast who are also big Lynch fans. We dedicate this episode of David's life and his work. Remember; one day, the sadness will end. Time Stamps: 00:00:00 - Intro and everyone's history with David Lynch's work 00:10:53 - General chatting about David Lynch's works and their influence (whether explicitly or only speculatively) on many Japanese works including: Paranoia Agent The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening Ghost in the Shell Lupin the Third: The Woman Called Fujiko Mine Revolutionary Girl Utena Silent Hill Persona Soul Eater P.T. Perfect Blue Paprika 00:56:52 - Final thoughts and wrap up If you enjoy this or any other episode, leave us a Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or elsewhere! Show notes are available on our website: www.thirdimpactanime.com More helpful links: https://beacons.ai/thirdimpactanime Follow us on Bluesky at thirdimpactanime.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram at instagram.com/ThirdImpactAnime Listen & Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Podbean Support us on Ko-Fi | Patreon
21 days ago • Subscribe
Lupin the Third: The Woman Called Fujiko Mine, Paprika, Paranoia Agent, Perfect Blue, Revolutionary Girl Utena
More like this
Third Impact Anime Episode #159 – Remembering David Lynch and his influence on anime feat. Drew and Emma of Sideburns and Cigarettes
Third Impact Anime reflects on the works of the late filmmaker David Lynch and their connections to anime and Japanese video games. Joined by Drew and Emma of…
This Week in Games - Remembering David Lynch and His Influence on Games
Jean-Karlo looks at Lynch's influence across video game history, from Zelda to Persona.
#131 - Lupin the Third: Goodbye Partner feat. Drew & Emma from Sideburns & Cigarettes
Are you Chopin around for a good podcast? Well you found one! Bill and Austin finally return to the monkey-faced thief for this first time in a while to…
Third Impact Anime Episode # 131 – Lupin the Third: Goodbye Partner feat. Drew & Emma from Sideburns & Cigarettes
Are you Chopin around for a good podcast? Well you found one! Bill and Austin finally return to the monkey-faced thief for this first time in a while…
Special - Remembering David Lynch
Hello everyone, In this episode of Heroic Purgatory, we celebrate the life and works of the recently passed legendary director and artist David Lynch (1946 - 2025). We discuss…
David Lynch shorts, DPS Only, and Kakegurui
I’ve vacillated between some Premier League teams in an attempt to pick one to become a fan...
David Lynch shorts, DPS Only, and Kakegurui
I’ve vacillated between some Premier League teams in an attempt to pick one to become a fan of, but at some turn, each of them just feel like…
David Lynch: The Art Life, Futsal Boys!!!!!, and Fanfare of Adolescence
The White Sox are eliminated from playoffs, but the Mariners are in, so this is a Mariners...
David Lynch: The Art Life, Futsal Boys!!!!!, and Fanfare of Adolescence
The White Sox are eliminated from playoffs, but the Mariners are in, so this is a Mariners...
Sid And His Influence On The Brazilian VN Community
I'd like to talk about one man who was very important to the Brazillian community and that has unfortunately passed away not long ago. His name is Sid.
Western Influence on Anime
There is a lot of speculation on how the Western influence on anime will change the industry. As always, I'm an optimist.
The Influence Of Anime On The Film Industry
Anime has inspired so many different types of media movies, tv shows like stranger things, cartoons like avatar the last air bender, music like Kanye west’s stronger…
Idea, Naruto, Paprika, Perfect Blue, Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac
#156 - Re: Cutie Honey feat. Jessica Calvello, David Wald, and Salvatore (RetroSofa)
Honey Flash! Sully and returning guest Salvatore (@RetroSofa) sit down with VA and dub director David Wald and OG Cutie Honey dub actress Jessica Calvello to discuss their…
Emma and Horimiya
We’re back on schedule, hopefully for the long haul this time (or at least until the holidays)....
Emma and Horimiya
We’re back on schedule, hopefully for the long haul this time (or at least until the holidays). This time, we’re covering Kaoru Mori’s Emma and HERO and Daisuke…
The Wizard of Oz and Lynch/Oz
As someone living in Los Angeles, I am glad to see the Dodgers embracing evil because then...
The Wizard of Oz and Lynch/Oz
As someone living in Los Angeles, I am glad to see the Dodgers embracing evil because then...
Third Impact Anime Episode #156 – Re: Cutie Honey feat. Jessica Calvello, David Wald, and Salvatore (RetroSofa)
Third Impact Anime and returning guest Salvatore (RetroSofa) interview David Wald (dub director) and Jessica Calvello (the voice of Honey) about Re: Cutie Honey (2004)!
Examining Evangelion’s Influence on Metal and Industrial Music
It’s hard to quantify just how influential Neon Genesis Evangelion really is. References to the series pop up in everything from Sgt. Frog to Teenage
What the Influence of Anime Means
The complex reality of "anime-inspired" art.
Six Years On – Remembering Tohoku
Can you believe it’s been six years? Six years since the 2011 Tohoku tsunami and earthquake and also six years since I was living in Japan. I visited…
Notes on Tomonori Kogawa’s Influence
I’m not an expert on Kogawa and this post isn’t intended to specify exactly how he influenced the anime industry, but seeing that many people don’t even know…
Sketching Taoism’s Influence on Japan
Taoism, or Daoism depending on which transliteration system you want to use, like many Chinese imports, mixed with Japan’s culture and the native religion Shinto. Although calling Shinto…
Episode 159: Kaiju and Cuisine
After the hosts gulp down some leftovers in The Quick and the Dead, CC unleashes his monstrous review of Kaiju No. 8. Then the hosts start cooking and…
Emma Dreams of Stars and Kaiju No. 8
I’ve been trying to follow hockey more, and it is regrettable that the Los Angeles Kings are...
Emma Dreams of Stars and Kaiju No. 8
I’ve been trying to follow hockey more, and it is regrettable that the Los Angeles Kings are...
OtakuGeneration (Show #159) Anime Themes
NOTE: This was also cross posted in the otakugeneration LJ community. Shownotes :: (show 159) :: (website) :: (podcast feed) :: (direct download) :: (direct iTunes link) With Anime Soundtrack…
Naruto, Red Garden, Shattered Angels, Death Note, Heaven Academy
First Thoughts on Teenage Renaissance! David
In this episode of Shonen Flop Chib, David and Jordan give their first thoughts on the Shonen Jump manga Teenage Renaissance! David, created by Yuushin Kuroki. Listen in…
First Thoughts on Teenage Renaissance! David
In this episode of Shonen Flop Chib, David and Jordan give their first thoughts on the Shonen Jump manga Teenage Renaissance! David, created by Yuushin Kuroki. Listen in…
My Hero Academia Anime 158-159 and You're Next
Welcome to episode 284 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra (@sniperofmyheart) is joined by cosplayer Jenna (@jennnaxjennna) and resident All Might Expert Sandra (@sandypsyche) The…
The Joy of Painting – The Influence of Bob Ross on Me
I watched the first episode of a new Bob Ross inspired painting show called “Keeping the Bob Ross Dream Alive.” I grew up watching Bob Ross. The bushy-haired,…
They Drew Every Grain of Sand
Who needs story when an anime looks this pretty? Kenny lauderdale reviews Dragon's Heaven, a beautiful anime from the 80s that history has almost forgotten. Moebius may have…
Dr. Slump and Arale-chan 159
NYAA ANIDEX MEGA BITCHUTE (shiteater) Dr. Slump & Arale-chan 159 [8413A2DE] shiteatersubs presents Dr. Slump & Arale-chan episode 159 in Japanese with English subtitles. Translated & Ti…
Isao Takahata’s Influence on Anime and Japanese Culture (October 29, 1935 – April 5, 2018)
Rest in peace, Takahata-sensei. We will watch your works with joy and pride that we were able to be part of the same timeline.
Remembering Anime Pioneer Fred Ladd
If you look at the catalog of his anime works, Ladd actually wasn't incredibly prolific—but pretty much every one of his shows was momentous.
Yuri Lesson #3: The Influence of Sailor Moon on Yuri
Today, Sailor Moon is often seen as the “quintessential” 90s anime, but it (and the manga that birthed it) also had an enormous influence on the yuri genre.…
#107 - Interview with Tim Eldred and Ed Hoff on the Works and Influence of Leiji Matsumoto
The first installment of our special interview series revolving around the newly released essay collection on Leji Matsumoto, co-edited by past guest Helen McCarthy. In this episode, Sully…
Roland Kelts on Blade Runner: Black Lotus, the influence of shoujo, and 18 years of Japanamerica
Writer Roland Kelts opened up about his early childhood relationship with anime and manga, the status that Japanamerica holds today, cross cultural influence in media, female characters in…
Isabella, Emma & the Radicality of Love
We’re happy today to present a guest post by film historian, cajk2, focusing on Emma and Isabella’s actions from season one of The Promised Neverland. Enjoy! I’ll admit…
Episode 407, "Shave Those Sideburns!"
On this week’s episode of The One Piece Podcast we have special guests with us to go through a ton of One Piece Piece Together. For this episode we have Rick and Morty Animation…
Episode 407, "Shave Those Sideburns!"
On this week’s episode of The One Piece Podcast we have special guests with us to go through a ton of One Piece Piece Together. For this episode we have Rick and Morty Animation…
Battlefield V: TTK and The Issue of Community Influence
We live in a world where Reddit users have become game desin gers. Also, Battlefield V's time to kill (TTK) SHOULD be changed? Why?
Episode # 98 – Interview with Justin and David of BOOMSLANK
We’re finally back after a month+ hiatus. Don’t worry, things may have slowed, but they certainly haven’t stopped. We’re hoping to get back to a more regular release…
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 498: Candy And Cigarettes
Only two episodes away from episode 500!! In this episode, Xan reviews a fun neonoir manga that has two mismatched protagonists on a thrilling mission. Is this a great…
Episode 159 - Given
This week, Shaun has had enough with all of those soulless corporate entities tossing a rainbow flag up for June as an empty gesture, so he decides to…
Yuri Lesson #4: The Influence of Revolutionary Girl Utena on Yuri
Last week, I talked about Sailor Moon and also delved a bit into Revolutionary Girl Utena. Today I want to go into it a bit more. Revolutionary Girl…
Animecast: The VTuber and Netflix Influence
The hosts of the Otaku Spirit Animecast are here to give the rundown on anime news of today. Listen in and get caught up, or just get their…
Ode to Anime Studios – David Production
Well, I’ve seen a few things from this studio…but I don’t actually know much about them, aside from their reputation with the Jojo series.
Cells at Work!, Fire Force, Ensemble Stars!, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Seasonal Anime Watchers With David Attenborough
[Read this post in a David Attenborough voice.] The seasonal anime watcher does a migration four times a year to snatch the best prey – whether it be…
Emma, Kill and Eat: Advent and The Promised Neverland
In Western Spain, a November snowfall is a little miracle. And as I write, it’s happening out there. The children at my household, my younger siblings and our…