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Quest for the Best with Tristan, Miles, & Geoff

Quest for the Best with Tristan, Miles, and Geoff
Anime
Animation
Demon Slayer
Isekai
One Piece
Re:zero - Starting Life In Another World
Konosuba
Panty & Stocking With Garterbelt
Apocalypse Hotel
Odd Taxi
Solo Leveling
Pokémon
Horse Racing
Princess Jellyfish
Cleopatra
Anime Culture
Uma Musume
Kaguya-Sama: Love Is War
Jujutsu Kaisen
Naruto

Quest for the Best with Tristan, Miles, & Geoff

An Anime Podcast

Since the beginning of time, man has been in search of the answers to life’s greatest mysteries. Three friends set off to answer the greatest question of them all: What are the best 100 anime of all time? Join Tristan, Miles, and Geoff on their search through the vast world of anime, manga, and otaku-culture. This is their Quest for ... more

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Latest Episodes

Quest 064: The party has watched Nora & Twinkle Nora Rock Me, discuss Anime Magic Cards they'd like to see, and for their side quest they go over recent changes to the Crunchyroll Store.

Since the beginning of time, man has been in search of the ans... more

Quest 063: The party is joined by linesinmotion! and they watch Witch Hat Atelier They also pass the mic to Dani to give us their brief history about anime, and manga!

Since the beginning of time, man has been in search of the answers to life’s grea... more

Quest 062: The party has watched a lot of seasonal anime, discuss what anime they'd like to see as a Broadway musical, and for their side quest Mile's briefly discusses his trip to Anime Expo.

Since the beginning of time, man has been in search of t... more

Quest 061: The party is joined by Dan Olson! and they watch Mamoru Hosoda's Belle! They also pass the mic to Dan to give us his brief history about anime, and manga!

Since the beginning of time, man has been in search of the answers to life’s greate... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Olson
YouTuber, documentarian
Folding Ideas
Episode: "If Belle Delphine Set Off On A Quest To Dox Drill" | Belle
Justin Sevakis
Founder and CEO of MediaOCD; publisher and industry insider
MediaOCD / Animago / Whole Green Pictures
Episode: Justin Sevakis's Favorite Anime? | Memories
Varun Gupta
CEO and Licensing Director for Manga Mavericks
Manga Mavericks
Episode: Anime & Manga Licensing: A Discussion with Varun Gupta!
Steve Yurko
Professional storyboard artist and One Piece podcast guest
Former 4Kids employee, One Piece podcast guest
Episode: Steve Yurko's Favorite Anime? | One Piece: Baron Omatsuri and the Secret Island
Cory (The DigiKnow)
Creator behind the YouTube channel DigiKnow, focused on Digimon reviews and analysis
The DigiKnow
Episode: TheDigiKnow's Favourite Anime? | Digimon: The Movie
Josh Strife-Hayes
YouTube and Twitch content creator, known for MMORPG content and anime discussions.
Josh Strife-Hayes (YouTube, Twitch)
Episode: Josh Strife-Hayes's Favourite Anime? | Pokemon
SungWon Cho
Guest voice actor and anime enthusiast, known as ProZD
ProZD
Episode: SungWon Cho's Favourite Anime | Chihayafuru

Hosts

Geoff Thew
Host of Quest for the Best with Tristan, Miles, & Geoff; long-running voice in anime criticism and analysis; associated with YouTube and podcasting content around anime culture.
Tristan Gallant
Co‑host of Quest for the Best; active commenter on anime community discourse and creator collaborations.
Miles Atherton
Co‑host of Quest for the Best; known for analytical takes and involvement in anime discussions and related channels.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • Great for those with great taste

    Love what this team has put in together!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sammable
    Canada3 months ago
  • A goal?

    Grate to find new anime, just stop before they get to the end as they do spoil the hole thing. A lot of extra info and much to compare.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oldguy9
    United States4 months ago
  • Otaku Catfight

    Unedited anime disputes with too much uhm-akchually contrarianism to be enjoyable. I honestly wonder how these three can put up with each other. I recommend couples counseling.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Versed0
    United States7 months ago
  • Great podcast (meanders a bit too much)

    Love the podcast. Sent it to one my friends to listen to as well. Really enjoyed episode on Princess Mononoke. One humble critique I’d offer is they can meander a lot. Would be good to make a time marker for the main quest so that people can skip. Sometimes it’s interesting, but more often than not, kinda sucks to have to listen to separate topics for more than an hour before you get to the topic of the episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Save The Hugs For Later
    United States8 months ago
  • Finally, the anime podcast I was waiting for

    God, this podcast is exactly what I’ve been looking for for at least two years. I tried so many long-form anime podcasts that were either too shallow, too random or just plain boring. This one nails it. It actually digs into context, reception, inspiration, history… everything I had been craving. And thank you Geoff for bringing up the launch in your Mother’s Basement video a while back !

    Tristan, Geoff and Miles have the passion, the culture and the legitimacy to carry these discussions. They ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Martin Perreau
    Francea year ago

Listeners Say

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The show's banter and wide range of topics keep episodes engaging for dedicated anime fans.
Guest episodes and guest expertise are valued parts of the format.
Some listeners feel conversations can meander, but overall the analysis is valued by fans.
Listeners praise deep context and passionate debates that fuel long-term listening commitment.

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Apple Podcasts
#182
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Belladonna Of Sadness (w/ Foxcade)
Q: Michael Bay is going to make a live-action anime for Netflix. What anime should he choose?
Most members suggest a high-energy, explosion-friendly title with strong visual spectacle, such as Speed Grapher or Black Lagoon, but also acknowledge Bay's strengths lie in loud action and over-the-top moments, which may clash with the source material's tone; the group leans toward a title that could showcase Bay's flair while staying true to its core vibe, like Black Lagoon for action and stylish set pieces.
Steve Yurko's Favorite Anime? | One Piece: Baron Omatsuri and the Secret Island
Q: How many episodes does it take for you to judge the quality of an anime before finishing it?
The panel largely agrees that you can often tell within the first episode or two whether a show will be good for you, though there are exceptions where a late shift in tone or storytelling can win them over; overall the decision is influenced by initial momentum, pacing, and how clearly the show sets up its arc.
TheDigiKnow's Favourite Anime? | Digimon: The Movie
Q: What is your favorite Digimon and why?
Each speaker names favorites (V-Tamers, Terriermon, Beelzemon, Tariamon) and explains how those Digimon embody their memory of the series, highlighting design, evolution, and emotional arcs.
Most Anticipated Anime (2026)
Q: From Helena in Dublin, design a harem for your worst enemy.
The hosts discussed various fictional characters, emphasizing humorous and absurd qualities, ultimately suggesting that the worst enemy could unwittingly end up with a harem that is chaotic and not conducive to their happiness.
UPON JOURNEY'S START | Frieren, Solo Leveling
Q: What's the anime that got you into anime?
Various series contributed to their fascination with anime, with titles like Sailor Moon and Inuyasha being common responses.

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A lively, opinionated panel of three friends pursues a top-100 anime ranking through long-form discussions that blend critical analysis, industry context, and personal anecdotes. Episodes often center on deep dives into specific titles or eras, with guests who bring insider perspectives on publishing, licensing, and production. The format thrives on banter, spontaneous side quests, and strong historical/contextual threads, making it a compelling listen for fans who want thoughtful, sometimes heated conversations about anime history, craft, and reception. A notable strength is the trio's chemistry and willingness to weigh context against fan enthusiasm, creating memorable debates and clear recommendations for what to watch next.

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Recent guests on Quest for the Best include:

1. Dan Olson
2. Justin Sevakis
3. Varun Gupta
4. Steve Yurko
5. Cory (The DigiKnow)
6. Josh Strife-Hayes
7. SungWon Cho

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