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Spiraken Review Podcast

Spiraken Review Podcasts

For over 600 episodes, the Wheel of Manga has been our chaotic overlord. One spin could bring the cozy fantasy of Restaurant to Another World or the body-horror of Tokyo Ghoul—we just hold the microphone. But that"s not all! Get our unfiltered manga hot takes, on-the-ground convention reports, movie reviews, and dive deep with our Monthly Book Club. Whether it"s the slick action of Lupin III or the profound soul-searching of Vagabond, if it"s a story with pulse, we"ve covered it. Your weekly dose of

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19:49

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 492: The Eminence in Shadow

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2022/10/05

In this slightly cringe filled series, Xan reviews another Isekai, this time it's about a main protagonist who wants to be the edgelordy puppet master in the shadows. Is it enjoyable? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews The Eminence in Shadow by Daisuke Aizawa with art by Anri Sakano and character design by Touzai. ----more---- As our host goes over the Wtf logic that Cid has, he also goes over the ingenious idea of Slime armor and hypes up the latest manga updates. Remember to Like, Share

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30:38

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 491: Romantic Killer

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2022/09/28

In this episode, Gretta returns to help Xan review an evil isekai series about a fairy who wants to get rid of all cats, chocolate and video games! How will the main character survive in this new world? Well, Sit back and find out as they review Romantic Killer by Wataru Momose. ----more---- As our intrepid hosts talk about the unique combination used for this manga's plot, Xan also discusses his thoughts on where it will go, and Gretta talks up the enjoyability of this manga. Remember to Like,

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21:23

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 490: Uncle From Another World

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2022/09/21

In this episode, Xan reviews a reverse isekai with a super nerdy protagonist. How crazy is it? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the comedy, isekai, slice of life manga series Uncle From Another World by Hotondoshindeiru. ----more---- As our host goes over the various cringy moments of this manga, he also goes over the unique elements used in the story and some of the latest manga series. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram,

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01:03:03

Spiraken Motion Picture Review Ep 14: The Name’s...

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2022/09/17

#escapefromnewyork #moviereview #spiraken In this long awaited episode, Xan is joined by Stefan Latour, friend of the podcast and head of Otakuthon. These two get to review a classic 80s action, sci fi dystopian film that has reached cult status set in the far distant year of 1997. Does it hold up? Well sit back and find out as they review the 1981 John Carpenter Film, Escape From New York, starring Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef, Ernest Borgnine, Donald Pleasence, Isaac Hayes, Adrienne Barbeau, and

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18:09

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 489: The Men Who Created Gundam

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2022/09/14

in this episode, Xan reviews a biographical manga about the creation of a famous giant robot franchise. Is it accurate? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the historical comedy manga the Men Who Created Gundam by Hideki Ohwada, Hajime Yatate & Yoshiyuki Tomino. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the insane specifics depicted in this manga, he also goes over the origin of this manga and his thoughts on the impact on Gundam in general on the anime/manga community. Remember to Like,

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00:18

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 488: The Weakest Contestant...

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2022/09/07

In this episode, Xan reviews another Tournament Arc Isekai. But is this one better than Exo-Drive Reincarnation? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews The Weakest Contestant of All Space & Time by Masato Hisa with art by KRSG. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the bizarre concept of this manga, he also compares it to other tournament style Isekai stories and talks about some newly released manga titles. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and

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23:07

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 487: Berserk of Gluttony

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2022/08/31

In this dark episode, Xan reviews a modern fantasy series that uses the seven deadly sins in a unique way. What makes it different? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the dark fantasy manga series Berserk of Gluttony by Isshiki Ichika with art by Daisuke Takino. ----more---- As our host discusses his disdain of the video game trope in fantasy series, he also goes over what impressed him about this manga and the latest manga releases. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us

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22:37

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 486: Shigeru Mizuki’s Tono...

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2022/08/24

In this myth filled episode, Xan reviews a collection of myths and fairy tales adapted by a 90 year old manga ka. How does it look? Well, sit back and find out at he reviews the amazing 2015 adaptation of Tono Monogatari by Shigeru Mizuki. ----more---- As our host discusses the history behind this manga, he also goes over the various myths, legends and essays that are within this story. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to

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20:26

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 485: The Case Files of...

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2022/08/17

In this episode, Xan reviews a manga about gemology, mysteries and coffee making. So, sit back and enjoy as he reviews the shojo mystery series The Case Files of Jeweler Richard by Nanako Tsujimura with art by Mika Akatsuki. ----more---- As our host discusses the episodic nature of this story, he also goes over the new terms used in the manga and the latest manga releases. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and

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36:45

Spiraken Con Report: Otakon 2022

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2022/08/14

In this episode of the Spiraken Con Review, Xan talks about his experience and adventures attending Otakon 2022 Otakon took place July 29th-31st 2022 at the Walter E Washington Convention Center in Washington D.C. As he goes over the unique programming that occurred this year, he also talks about this being the largest event in years and some of his concerns on where the con can go best cosplays at Otakon Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and

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25:05

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 484: Toppu GP

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2022/08/10

In this episode, Xan has the privilege to review the latest manga series by Kosuke Fujishima. Does It hold up to the legacy of Ah! Megamisama? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the sports manga series Toppu GP by Kosuke Fujishima. ----more---- As our host goes over the compelling storyline of this manga, he also goes over the intricate machine design, the many product placement icons depicted and the need for gunpla in this story. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken

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15:01

Spiraken Manga Review: Ep 483: Welcome To Succubus High!

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2022/08/03

In this episode, Xan does his best to review a Ghost Ship manga about a protagonist abused by several female succubuses. How cringy is it is? Find out as he reviews the ecchi manga Welcome To Succubus High by Knuckle Curve ----more---- Let's be honest, our host detested this manga and felt that the author should feel bad that he made this. However, Xan also discusses a bit about Otakon and some of the latest manga that has been released Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on

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17:24

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 482: Otaku Elf

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2022/07/27

In this episode, Xan reviews a comedy manga about a game obsessed shut in and her caretaker. Doesn't this sound oddly familiar? Well, sit back and find out as he review the comedy reverse isekai slice of life series Otaku Elf by Akihiko Higuchi. ----more---- As our host talks about this weirdly hilarious manga series, he also compares it to another series that we reviewed back in episode 325 of the podcast. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on

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22:07

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 481: Call of the Night

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2022/07/23

In this episode, Xan reviews a romantic comedy romance between a vampire and an insomniac. How is it? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews Call of the Night by Kotoyama. ----more---- As our host discusses this supernatural story, he also goes over the great production quality of the manga itself and some thoughts on the story. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon

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23:13

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 480: Osamu Tezuka’s Bomba!

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2022/07/20

In this four hundred and eightieth episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan gets to talk about the latest release of an Osamu Tezuka property. Does it hold up to the rest of his catalog? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the horror manga Bomba! by Osamu Tezuka. ----more---- As our host goes over the strange case of Tetsu, he also goes over the lack of star system characters in this manga, the latest manga news and announces what time his panel at Otakon 2022 will be at. Remember to Like,

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18:26

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 479: Love of Kill

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2022/07/16

In this episode, Xan reviews a romance manga about an assassin in love with a bounty hunter. How crazy is it? Well, find out as he reviews the shojo mystery series Love of Kill by Fe. ----more---- As our host discusses the stalker nature of Ryang-Ha Song, he also goes over the weird name Chateau has and the unique nature of this manga. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our

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21:38

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 478: The Exo-Drive...

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2022/07/13

In this rant filled episode, Xan goes over a manga that finally jumps the shark in the Isekai Genre. How Bad is it? Well, sit back and listen as he reviews the Isekai Tournament Arc Light Novel adaptation known as The Exo-Drive Reincarnation Games: All Japan Isekai Battle Tournament by Keiso with art by Zunta. ----more---- As our host picks this manga series apart, he also goes over the latest manga news and rants about how useless this manga is. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us

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23:31

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 477: The Elusive Samurai

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2022/07/06

In this episode, Xan reviews a Shonen Jump title that deals with the fate of the Hojo Clan during The fall of Kamakura Shogonate (1333). How exciting is it? Well find out as he reviews the historical adventure manga The Elusive Samurai by Yusei Matsui. ----more---- As Xan geeks out over the real historical events behind this manga, he also goes over the potential psychological issues of the main character and some clever art choices used in the story. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow

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19:51

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 476: Living Room Matsunaga-San

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2022/07/01

In This episode, Xan Reviews a Shojo romance about a young girl who moves into a boarding house and meets some unique individuals. Is it generic or is it something new? Well sit back and find out as he reviews Living Room Matsunaga-San by Keiko Iwashita. ----more---- As he discusses the unique nature of this manga, he also goes over the weird dynamic between Matsunaga-san and our main protagonist. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram,

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22:13

Spiraken Manga Review Ep 475: Island In A Puddle

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2022/06/29

In this, our Four Hundred and Seventy Fifth episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews a seinen manga that is a mix of a suspense story and freaky Friday. Is it a great thriller? Well sit back and find out as he reviews Island in a Puddle by Kei Sanbe. ----more---- As our intrepid host goes over this manga, he also goes over the unique elements of the narrative and discusses the latest panel that he will be running at Otakon. Also if you want to find out more about one of his awesome panel

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