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Neon Genesis Evangelion is one of the most iconic anime shows of all time. Volksgeist explains how anime titles song are their own business and why Neon Genesis Evangelion's are still memorable 25 years later.

How do you begin each episode of an anime about a character suffering from existential depression? Well, in the case of One Punch Man, you create a montage of that character killing monsters all over the world set to the most epic rock song of the last ten years. In this video, Matt from Nando v Movies explains how that juxtaposition helps define the character of Saitama and sets some purposefully unrealistic expectations for the series to explore.

If you're making a show about secrets and mysteries, you're probably going to hide a few in the intro sequence. In this episode of Working Titles, Thomas Frank reveals some of the secrets lurking beneath the slick animation and cheery music of the intro for Gravity Falls. Contains spoilers for the entirety of Gravity Falls.

Parks and Recreation combines an upbeat melody and some small-town stock footage to embody the “Yes we can” spirit of Leslie Knope, the series’ main character. This video by City Beautiful breaks down the intro sequence and its relevance to public service and city planning.

Westworld's iconic title sequence does more than set the exposition and tone of the show - it begins to ask viewers the fundamental question that the series poses: what does it mean to be human? This video by Real Science breaks down the visually simple, but thematically complex intro to show how.

A break down of the opening title sequence of one of the most popular sitcoms of all time – Friends. Heavily focused on the 6 main characters, the intro of the show is one of the most iconic of all time. With its montage clips, fountain scenes, and insanely catchy theme song, Friends simply wouldn't be Friends without this intro. This video by WonderWhy takes an in-depth look at this legendary opening title sequence.

Every Broad City viewer quickly falls in love with each of its colorful, energetic, and fun title sequences. In this video essay, Alex Nickel from Technicality explains the fascinating backstory behind these title sequences and delves into the world of visual artist Mike Perry.

South Park is known for it's crass humor and controversial episodes but don't think that doesn't include its opening intro. Knowing Better breaks down how the creators of this beloved comedy use their intro to prepare the audience for another adventure with Cartman and friends.

In this episode of Working Titles, Nando v Movies analyzes the opening titles of HBO's Watchmen to see what we can learn about the show, the graphic novel, and media generally from one familiar word.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer, right from the title sequence, turn decades of Hollywood cliches on their heads, and then spike them through the floor and straight back into the Hellmouth from whence they came? This video by Rene Ritchie guides you through it, theme-by-theme, and blow-by-blow.

Volksgeist breaks down how the original Doctor Who theme song from 1963 was recorded and produced, explaining how it innovated in the world of electronic music during a time before mass produced synthesizers.

Dexter is an unorthodox show with an unorthodox title sequence. Everything has a double meaning and is still one of the best title sequence of all time! This week Lee from CinemaWins celebrates Dexter and will encourage you to never floss again.

Rick and Morty pushes the limits on the dark and serious topics that cartoons have come to explore but you wouldn't know that from the titles. Captain Midnight explains why the show's creators use classic title tropes for a show that is rarely like its predecessors.

The title sequence for the first season of Pokémon is a hype building extravaganza that’s brought joy to people across the world. In between moments of intense lip syncing to the theme song, Soph’s Notes explains why it’s nothing short of a work of art, and why future seasons never quite lived up to it.

The Great British Bake-Off is a phenomenon. What is it about the simple act of baking that intrigues the mind and tugs at the heartstrings? Is it the tightly shot title sequence to the show? Is it in the science of baking? Trace Dominguez tackles a bit of both in this episode, featuring Andrew Smyth, an aerospace engineer and finalist from Season 7!

In a world where intros are so easily skippable, what makes one worth watching more than once? Hbomberguy explores what makes True Detective Season One's opening credits so meaningful.

How does the title sequence for Steven Universe and the one season spinoff Steven Universe Future clearly illustrate the shows central themes and premise over its various evolutions? LadyKnightTheBrave breaks it down shot-by-shot and line-by-line to show us how.

Dark’s title sequences fit the show’s theme perfectly, but they almost didn’t. In this episode of Working Titles, People Make Games talks with their creator and takes an exclusive look at some of his earlier designs.

Nando v Movies takes a look at why the World's Strangest Heroes have the world's strangest titles.

Community’s bittersweet theme song seemed to grow more relevant with each troubled season. Jacob Geller investigates, while getting emotional over the cult classic’s rocky history.

Tale Foundry is doing an AMA on the Nebula subreddit for their Working Titles release. Ask some questions and discuss the video with them. Imagine trying to adapt a sweeping comedic satire, brimming over with unique characters and ingenious plot twists, told by two of the most beloved voices of our time, Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman. Somehow, the Good Omens adaptation managed to do it, and in just 90 seconds the title sequence proves that. Join Tale Foundry in this episode as they investigate how.