What happens when Japan builds a ruthless training program designed to forge the world’s greatest striker — even if it means crushing 299 other dreams along the way? Blue Lock turns soccer into psychological warfare, pushing Isagi and his rivals through mind games, evolving tactics, and personal breakthroughs that hit harder than any goal. With razor-sharp direction, electric matchups, and a cast driven by ambition and desperation, the series redefines what a sports anime can be: strategic, aggressive, and beautifully character-driven.This episode sees Brendan White joined by Anthony from the What Do You Think About This podcast in the Riverside Studio to share their thoughts on Muneyuki Kaneshiro and Eight Bit's 2022 sport drama, BLUELOCK.At Sakura Society, we’re here to help you decide if this adrenaline-fueled experiment deserves a spot on your watchlist — and your hype playlist.As a friendly FYI, this episode will be a full deep dive on episode one, titled Dream, so be ready for spoilers.Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)