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Stef Watson
Stephanie is a proud Gen-Xer from Raleigh, North Carolina, who has found interesting ways to combine her professional experience in training, writing, and editing with her odd array of hobbies, from fire dancing to video games. Behind the scenes, Stef thrives on finding patterns, cutting out cruft, and bringing order to chaos as a Level 48 Druid... (a.k.a. program manager).

Where’s the Respect for Striking Workers? Why I’m Angry About the Recent Genshin Impact Recast

Video game company miHoYo replaced a Genshin Impact voice actor during an industry-wide strike, and many fans and actors are upset about it. Stef explains what SAG-AFTRA strikes mean to both union and non-union actors and why she's so angry about this situation.
by Stef Watson | April 3, 2025 | ,

How Writing Fanfic Became My Cognitive Therapy

Before you knock fanfic as a hobby for thirsty fangirls, check out Stef's take on how writing fanfic can be a form of cognitive therapy.
by Stef Watson | January 3, 2025 |

Breaking Free From People-Pleasing As Portrayed in Persona 5 and My Hero Academia

While breaking out of her own destructive people-pleasing cycles, Stef finds relatable rebellions in Persona 5's Makoto and My Hero Academia's Dabi.
by Stef Watson | June 7, 2024 | , ,

The Dragon Con Experience, Part 3: Our Cultish Behavior

Stef continues her series on Dragon Con, covering the cults and culture that have arisen out of the shared experiences of thousands of fans.
by Stef Watson | May 29, 2024 |

What Keeps Us Hooked on Games? Dive Into the Minds of Gamers and Their Unshakable Game Obsessions!

What is it about a game that makes us continue to come back to it? Is it because it’s story driven or just mindless fun? Dive in to see what four of our contributors think.

The Dragon Con Experience, Part 2: What to Expect

Stef continues her series on Dragon Con listing some important things to expect at the con and some ways to stay connected to con shenanigans year-round.
by Stef Watson | April 15, 2024 |

A Fan Reaction to the End of the Rooster Teeth Era

Stef reflects on Rooster Teeth closing its doors and the fandom, content, and community that meant so much to her.
by Stef Watson | March 9, 2024 | , ,

Five Reasons You Should Be Watching the New Rurouni Kenshin Anime

Stef lays out five reasons why both long-time fans and new viewers should check out the newest anime adaptation of Rurouni Kenshin.
by Stef Watson | January 27, 2024 | ,

Finally! The Rurouni Kenshin Anime I Always Wanted

Rurouni Kenshin may be a veteran franchise, but the new 2023 anime series finally brings us a fresh new anime experience that manga fans have longed for
by Stef Watson | January 20, 2024 | ,

Couch Soup Favourites: Summer Anime 2023

Another season of anime has come and gone and left us with plenty of fantastic anime. Join Thomas and Stef as they fill you in on some of the amazing shows from the Summer 2023 anime season.
by Thomas Richards | October 31, 2023 | ,
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The Spring 2025 Anime Season Is Turning Up The Heat

A new anime season is upon us, and we are spoiled for choice. Join Tom as he gives you his picks for anime to watch this Spring 2025 anime season.
by Thomas RichardsApril 10, 2025
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